Rice County News

Kansas GOP Senator Wants State to Invest $1 Billion to Boost Pension System’s Bottom Line

Friday, November 22

Skeptics more keen to improve Tier 3 benefits available to newer public employees By Tim Carpenter, the Kansas Reflector TOPEKA, Kan. (Nov. 21, 2024) — Republican Sen. Michael Fagg wants to persuade the 2025 Kansas Legislature to allocate $1 billion of the state’s revenue surplus... Read More.

Bushton Proud Committee to Host Santa’s Bazaar

Thursday, November 21

By the Bushton Proud Committee BUSHTON, Kan. — Do you, your children or your grandchildren want to see Santa and take a ride in his sleigh? You can and they can! Do you want to ride the Elf Wagon with them? You can! Do you... Read More.

Sen. Moran Delivers Remarks During Disaster Relief Appropriations Hearing

Wednesday, November 20

Moran: “This is as dire a circumstance that I have seen in trying to save rural America” By the Office of U.S. Senator Jerry Moran WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) delivered remarks during the Senate Committee on Appropriations hearing to review disaster... Read More.

Senator Marshall Calls for CDC to Clarify Season Flu Shot Does Not Protect Against Bird Flu

Wednesday, November 20

By the Office of U.S. Senator Roger Marshall WASHINTON, DC. — U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. is pushing back against misleading recent guidance from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) promoting seasonal flu shots as offering sufficient protection from the H5N1 virus, more commonly referred... Read More.

Rep. Mann Addresses America’s Mandate, Outlook for 119th Congress

Wednesday, November 20

By the Office of United State Congressman Tracey Mann WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Representative Tracey Mann (KS-01) spoke on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives for the first time since Americans delivered an Election Day mandate by electing President Donald J. Trump... Read More.

Two Kansas Schools Recognized as National ESEA Distinguished Schools: Sterling Grade School, Overbrook Attendance Center

Wednesday, November 20

By the Kansas State Department of Education TOPEKA, Kan. — The National ESEA Distinguished Schools Program has recognized two Kansas schools for exceptional student achievement in 2024.Sterling Grade School, Sterling USD 376, was recognized for Category 1: Exceptional student performance and academic growth for... Read More.

Evergy Participates in Utility Scam Awareness Week

Wednesday, November 20

By Evergy, Inc. KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Evergy is proud to join United Utilities Against Scams to recognize today as Utility Scam Awareness Day, Wednesday, November 20.Scammers are becoming more deceptive thanks to technology. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) reports scammers used phone, in-person, and... Read More.

Clint Black’s 35th Anniversary Tour Heads Dodge City in 2025

Tuesday, November 19

WITH OPENING ACT EMILY ANN ROBERTS By United Wireless Arena and The Boot Hill Casino Conference Center DODGE CITY, Kan. — United Wireless Arena, managed by VenuWorks, is excited to announce that country music legend, CLINT BLACK will be coming to Dodge City on Saturday, February... Read More.

Lyons City Council Approves New City Administrator Contract with Troy Houtman

Tuesday, November 19

By Lucky Kidd LYONS, Kan. — The Lyons City Council has approved a contract with Troy Houtman to be the new City Administrator. Houtman, who assumed the position Tuesday brings 30 years of experience to the position, most recently he has served nearly 10 years... Read More.

Sterling College to Host Nick Sowers as Criminal Justice Keynote Speaker Tuesday, Nov. 19

Monday, November 18

By Sterling College STERLING, Kan. — The Sterling College Criminal Justice program will host Nick Sowers, Rice County Sheriff-Elect, for its keynote lecture on Tuesday, November 19. The College will host Sowers at 7 p.m. in Heritage Hall in Cooper Hall. The public is invited... Read More.

Applications now open for Kansas Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP)

Monday, November 18

Program can help qualifying Evergy customers pay their bills By Evergy, Inc. TOPEKA, Kan. — Starting today, Evergy Kansas customers who need financial assistance keeping their heat on this winter can apply for the 2025 Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP).Kansans can apply Monday, November 18... Read More.

The Big Event: Rice County Community Foundation Celebrates 2024 Community Fund Grant Awardees

Friday, November 15

By Brenna Eller LYONS, Kan. — The Rice County Community Foundation celebrated the recipients of the 2024 Community Fund Grant on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024.The grant dollars were made possible through Legacy Gifts left by Carl Dudrey and Kenny Knight and according to RCCF Executive... Read More.