Rice County News

Kansas National, State Leaders Weigh in on ‘Heartbreaking Situation’ in Israel

Thursday, October 12

U.S. Sen. Roger Marshall’s office announces efforts to help evacuate Kansans stuck in Israel By Rachel Mipro, Kansas Reflector (October 11, 2023) TOPEKA, Kan. — At the state and federal level, Kansas government officials continue to condemn the escalating conflict in Israel. On Wednesday, U.S. Sen.... Read More.

FHSU Announces New Federal Funding to Expand the Number of Nursing Professionals in Rural Kansas

Thursday, October 12

By FHSU University Communications HAYS, Kan – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran was on the campus of Fort Hays State University to join FHSU President Tisa Mason and leaders from the university’s Department of Nursing to announce the award of two Health and Human Services Administration... Read More.

Sterling College Homecoming Begins Thursday

Wednesday, October 11

By Sterling College STERLING, Kan. — Beginning on Thursday, Oct. 12, alumni will travel back to Sterling College to experience the Homecoming 2023 festivities, many of which the community is invited to attend. On Thursday, Sterling College Theatre will present the opening of “Guys and Dolls”... Read More.

Motorists Encouraged to Be on the Lookout for Deer

Wednesday, October 11

By the Kansas Department of Transportation KANSAS — Vehicle-deer crashes can happen any day of the year on Kansas roadways. Across the state, 37% of all single-vehicle crashes in 2022 involved a collision with a deer. The Kansas Department of Transportation reports six people were... Read More.

Governor Kelly and Attorney General Kobach Condemn Attacks Against Israel

Monday, October 9

By the Kansas Office of the Governor TOPEKA, Kan. – Governor Laura Kelly and Attorney General Kris Kobach jointly release the below statement in response to the recent attacks against the Israeli people. “Like all Kansans, we are sickened and angered by the images and accounts of Hamas... Read More.

Marshall’s Office Offers Assistance to Kansans in Israel

Monday, October 9

By the Office of U.S. Senator for Kansas Roger Marshall M.D. SALINA, Kan. – In response to the ongoing deadly attacks on Israel, U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D., has announced his office’s assistance in helping any Kansan in Israel safely evacuate to a neighboring country... Read More.

Schmidt Honored for Fall Teacher of Promise

Monday, October 9

By Sterling College Sterling College Education Student Sydney Schmidt, of Colwich, Kan., was recognized at the 2023 Dale Dennis Kansas Teacher of the Year Banquet as a “Teacher of Promise.” The banquet was held at the Wichita Marriott Hotel on September 23. “This is a... Read More.

More than $6.2M Awarded for Law Enforcement Safety and Security Equipment

Sunday, October 8

By the Kansas Office of the Governor TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly announced that more than $6.2 million from the Local Safety and Security Equipment (LSSE) grant program was awarded to 72 Kansas law enforcement, fire, emergency medical services, and 911 communications agencies. The... Read More.

Community Fund Grant Ceremony and Unite for Rice County Match Week

Friday, October 6

By Ad Astra News STERLING, Kan. — Join the Rice County Community Foundation for the Community Fund Grant Ceremony on Oct. 30 at 6 p.m. at Studio 96 in Sterling. It will be a day of celebration, community spirit and a day for making a... Read More.

Barton Community College’s “Prairie Ink” Accepting Submissions Through Nov. 26

Wednesday, October 4

By Ad Astra News GREAT BEND Kan. — Barton Community College's annual literary publication, "Prairie Ink," is in its 15th edition and is currently accepting submissions. They will be accepting submissions from Barton students, alumni and all residents of the seven counties in Barton's service region... Read More.

Little River Fall Festival Oct. 21

Wednesday, October 4

By Ad Astra News LITTLE RIVER, Kan. — Little River's Annual Fall Festival is coming up on Oct. 21, 2023. Events will begin at 9:30 a.m. and run through the afternoon. There will be an ATV Rally, Car Show, a Craft Show, Cornhole Tournament, raffles, kids'... Read More.

Public Invited to Bison Auction at Maxwell Wildlife Refuge on November 1

Wednesday, October 4

By the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks PRATT, Kan. — On Nov. 1, 2023, the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks will hold a public auction for surplus bison from Maxwell Wildlife Refuge and the Sandsage Bison Range. The auction will begin at 11... Read More.

Kansas National, State Leaders Weigh in on ‘Heartbreaking Situation’ in Israel

FHSU Announces New Federal Funding to Expand the Number of Nursing Professionals in Rural Kansas

Sterling College Homecoming Begins Thursday

Motorists Encouraged to Be on the Lookout for Deer

Governor Kelly and Attorney General Kobach Condemn Attacks Against Israel

Marshall’s Office Offers Assistance to Kansans in Israel

Schmidt Honored for Fall Teacher of Promise

More than $6.2M Awarded for Law Enforcement Safety and Security Equipment

Community Fund Grant Ceremony and Unite for Rice County Match Week

Barton Community College’s “Prairie Ink” Accepting Submissions Through Nov. 26

Little River Fall Festival Oct. 21

Public Invited to Bison Auction at Maxwell Wildlife Refuge on November 1

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