Rice County News

Lyons City Council Reviews Cemetery Fee Proposal, Wastewater Improvements, and Employment Policies

Tuesday, May 6

LYONS, Kan. — The Lyons City Council last night discussed a proposal brought by City Administrator Troy Houtman to increase fees at the Lyons Municipal Cemetery, which he told the Council are necessary to keep it solvent. The proposal he advanced called for an... Read More.

K-State Research Provides New Insight into Mosquito Immune Systems

Tuesday, May 6

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Bianca Morejon and Kristin Michel already know what you think when they mention they are mosquito researchers. But even though these tiny insects are considered serious pests, the pair of Kansas State University biologists insist there's much to be learned about immunology,... Read More.

KCC Orders AT&T to Pay $60K in Penalties for Failing to Provide Locates

Thursday, May 1

TOPEKA, Kan. — The Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC) has assessed $60,000 in fines to AT&T for failure to provide timely locate marks of its underground facilities as required by the Kansas Underground Prevention Act (KUUDPA). Kansas law requires excavators to provide at least two days... Read More.

Kansas Announces April Total Tax Collections at $1.33B; 1.3% Above Estimate

Thursday, May 1

TOPEKA, Kan. — In April 2025, the State of Kansas reported total tax collections of $1.33 billion, exceeding estimates by $17.6 million or 1.3%. Compared to April 2024, total tax collections were down 5.9%. Governor Laura Kelly emphasized the importance of maintaining fiscally responsible budgeting... Read More.

Governor Kelly Issues State of Disaster Emergency Proclamation to Allow for Motor Carrier Waiver

Thursday, May 1

Governor Laura Kelly issued a state of disaster emergency proclamation Wednesday, April 30, to allow a waiver for hours of service for motor carriers in Kansas. Areas within Kansas and surrounding states are experiencing a fuel shortage causing long lines at fuel terminals thereby... Read More.

Sen. Marshall Answers Comments During Tuesday Media Conference

Tuesday, April 29

As President Donald completed the first 100 days of his second term Tuesday, US Senator Roger Marshall said we are witnessing a rebirth of American greatness. In a media conference with Kansas reporters, the senator said, “If there's one theme I've heard over and... Read More.

Jared Jones with Lyons Receives Kansas Municipal Utilities’ Wastewater Operator Award of Excellence

Tuesday, April 29

McPHERSON, Kan. — Jared Jones, Public Works Director for Lyons, Kansas, was presented with the 2025 Wastewater Operator Award of Excellence by Kansas Municipal Utilities (KMU). KMU is the statewide association of community-owned and operated electric, gas, water, and wastewater utilities in Kansas. Jones... Read More.

Governor Kelly Signs Bipartisan Bill to Expand Access to Child Care Services and Consolidate Existing Early Childhood Programs

Thursday, April 24

TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly on Thursday signed House Bill 2045, a bipartisan compromise to expand access to child care services and consolidate existing early childhood programs into the Office of Early Childhood. The bill was crafted through negotiations with a bipartisan... Read More.

Rooted in Communities: Kansas Forest Service Cultivates a Precious Kansas Resource

Thursday, April 24

The independent agency, housed at K-State, promotes tree conservation, management and planning around the state. MANHATTAN, Kan. — You may not think about it often, but you have a favorite tree, Matthew Norville bets. Maybe it's a droopy weeping willow that you wove through as a... Read More.

Governor Kelly Directs Flags be Flown at Half-Staff in Honor of Pope Francis

Wednesday, April 23

TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly, in accordance with Executive Order #20-30, on Wednesday, directed flags on all state buildings, grounds, and facilities to be flown at half-staff immediately until sunset on the day of interment, April 26, in honor of Pope Francis. “As one... Read More.

New Rice County Clerk Sworn In

Tuesday, April 22

LYONS, Kan. (April 22, 2025) — Jane Hrabik, the Clerk of the District Court at Rice County officially swore in Raechel Manley as the new Rice County Clerk during Manley’s first week in office. The County Clerk plays a vital role in Kansas counties. Responsibilities... Read More.

Gary Sechrist and Bob Wedel Named 2025 Inductees in the Lyons Schools Hall of Fame

Tuesday, April 22

LYONS, Kan. — Gary Sechrist and Bob Wedel have been named the 2025 inductees into the USD 405 Education Endowment Association Lyons Schools Hall of Fame. They will be inducted into the Hall of Fame Tuesday, April 29th at a ceremony at... Read More.

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Lyons City Council Reviews Cemetery Fee Proposal, Wastewater Improvements, and Employment Policies

K-State Research Provides New Insight into Mosquito Immune Systems

KCC Orders AT&T to Pay $60K in Penalties for Failing to Provide Locates

Kansas Announces April Total Tax Collections at $1.33B; 1.3% Above Estimate

Governor Kelly Issues State of Disaster Emergency Proclamation to Allow for Motor Carrier Waiver

Sen. Marshall Answers Comments During Tuesday Media Conference

Jared Jones with Lyons Receives Kansas Municipal Utilities’ Wastewater Operator Award of Excellence

Governor Kelly Signs Bipartisan Bill to Expand Access to Child Care Services and Consolidate Existing Early Childhood Programs

Rooted in Communities: Kansas Forest Service Cultivates a Precious Kansas Resource

Governor Kelly Directs Flags be Flown at Half-Staff in Honor of Pope Francis

New Rice County Clerk Sworn In

Gary Sechrist and Bob Wedel Named 2025 Inductees in the Lyons Schools Hall of Fame

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