Rice County News

Popular Walk Kansas Program Sets Sights on 25th year

Monday, June 10

By Pat Melgares, K-State Research and Extension news service MANHATTAN, Kan. — Just days past the conclusion of the 2024 Walk Kansas program, Sharolyn Jackson already has her sights set on next year’s event.That’s because Jackson – the program’s coordinator since its creation... Read More.

Heavy Rain and Wind Causes Flooding, Power Outages

Sunday, June 9

By Lucky Kidd Late Saturday night storms brought high winds, heavy rain and flooding to parts of Kansas Saturday night into early Sunday morning. Wind gusts between 60-70 miles an hour were reported across many areas of southwest into parts of central Kansas, with the... Read More.

City of Lyons Council Meeting Highlights June 3, 2024

Tuesday, June 4

By Lucky Kidd LYONS, Kan. - The Lyons City Council Monday approved a revised ordinance dealing with alcoholic beverages. The ordinance makes multiple amendments to bring it into compliance with current state liquor laws.City Administrator Eddy Truelove said this includes an expansion of definitions, which... Read More.

Legislative Race Recap: Contested Races for Vast Majority of Legislative Seats in Central Kansas Region

Monday, June 3

By Lucky KiddCENTRAL KANSAS — There will be contested races for the vast majority of legislative seats in the central Kansas region. As the filing deadline passed at noon Monday, Republican primary elections were assured for two open Kansas Senate seats and officially for... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces Special Session of the Kansas Legislature

Wednesday, May 29

By the Kansas Office of the Governor TOPEKA, Kan. — Today, Governor Laura Kelly announced that she will use her constitutional power under Article 1, Section 5 of the Kansas Constitution to reconvene the Kansas Legislature for a special session on Tuesday, June 18, 2024.“I... Read More.

Sen. Moran Sends Letter to Ad Astra Radio in Support of S.1669 – AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act

Tuesday, May 28

U.S. Senator Jerry Moran wrote a letter of appreciation to Ad Astra Radio for its dedication to local broadcasting in Kansas on May 8, 2024, and also provided an update on his support for S 16669 the AM Radio for Every Vehicle... Read More.

KHP 2024-09 Patrol Reports Memorial Day Weekend Holiday Activity

Tuesday, May 28

By Kansas Highway Patrol KANSAS — KHP personnel assisted 532 motorists over the holiday reporting period.The Kansas Highway Patrol is releasing its Memorial Day Weekend Holiday Activity Report. The reporting period for the holiday weekend ran from 6 p.m. on Friday, May 24 through 11:59... Read More.

Rice County Community Foundation Announces 2024 Scholarship Recipients

Friday, May 24

By the Rice County Community Foundation RICE COUNTY, Kan. — The Rice County Community Foundation is proud to announce the recipients of its 2024 scholarships, awarded to invest in our future. These scholarships are designed to support educational opportunities for individuals throughout Rice County. RCCF collaborates... Read More.

Two of Four Incumbent Members of Lyons City Council Not Seeking Re-Election

Tuesday, May 21

By Lucky Kidd LYONS, Kan. — There will be at least two new members on the Lyons City Council come January. Two of the four incumbent members of the Council told Ad Astra News Monday they did not intend to seek re-election this year.Ward 1... Read More.

Lyons City Council Accepts KDHE Consent Order Related to Wastewater Treatment Plant Issues

Tuesday, May 21

By Lucky Kidd LYONS, Kan. — The Lyons City Council has accepted a consent order from the Kansas Department of Health and Environment related to issues at the Wastewater Treatment Plant and setting out steps to address ongoing issues at the plant. The Council also... Read More.

Kansas Highway Patrol VIN Inspections Soon to Be by Appointment

Monday, May 20

By the Kansas Highway Patrol KANSAS — Customers in Kansas who need a VIN inspection will soon be able to schedule an appointment online through a program similar to what is used by the Kansas Department of Revenue and various County Treasurer offices in Kansas.Kansas... Read More.

High Winds, Hail and Heavily Needed Precipitation Comes through Central Kansas Sunday, May 19

Monday, May 20

By Lucky Kidd High winds, some hail and for some badly needed precipitation came through central Kansas late Sunday afternoon into the evening hours, also causing damage and at one point a shelter in place alert for the Burrton area.Harvey County Emergency Management said there... Read More.