Rice County News

Governor Kelly Directs Flags be Flown at Half-Staff in Honor of the 22nd Anniversary of 9/11

Sunday, September 10

By the Kansas Office of the GovernorTOPEKA, Kan. — In accordance with Executive Order #20-30, Governor Laura Kelly directed flags throughout Kansas be lowered to half-staff on all state buildings, grounds, and facilities from sunup to sundown on Monday, September 11, 2023, to honor those... Read More.

Governor Kelly Appoints State Representatives Kuether and French to KCC

Sunday, September 10

By the Kansas Office of the Governor TOPEKA – Today, Governor Laura Kelly announced she has appointed former longtime State Representative Annie Kuether and reappointed Andrew French to serve on the Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC). These appointments will be submitted to the Kansas State Senate for confirmation.“Representative... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces Funding to Grow Small Business Exports

Sunday, September 10

By the Kansas Office of the GovernorTOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly on Friday announced that the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) awarded $200,000 to the Kansas Department of Commerce to expand the state’s robust export sector, which hit an all-time high of $13.97... Read More.

Eastbound I-70 Entrance Ramps to be Closed in Junction City to Help Ease K-State Gameday Traffic Congestion

Thursday, September 7

By the Kansas Department of Transportation GEARY COUNTY, Kan. — On Saturday, September 9, the Kansas Department of Transportation plans to temporarily close two eastbound I-70 entrance ramps at Junction City in Geary County. From 7 to 11 a.m. the eastbound entrance ramps at J Hill... Read More.

Kansas Senators Are Demanding Answers for Rule Reversal On Kansas High Energy Prices

Wednesday, September 6

By the Office of U.S. Senator Roger Marshall Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Roger Marshall, M.D. and Jerry Moran (R-KS) wrote a letter to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) urging the commission to adjust their electricity transmission costs that are disproportionately hurting Kansas consumers. Currently, Kansans... Read More.

Lyons City Council Denies Zoning Request Following July Planning Meeting

Wednesday, September 6

By Lucky Kidd LYONS, Kan. — After two recommendations were made, the Lyons City Council denied Jr. Briseno's zoning change request last night, which would have allowed Briseno to use a lot on East 5th, an adjoining property to a property of his on East... Read More.

Military Discount and Everything Tickets

Saturday, September 2

By The Kansas State Fair HUTCHINSON, Kan. --- Military Tickets are available at the Ticket Office, or can be purchased at each gate when arriving at the Fair. Price is $4 and is valid for each family member. You will need to show military ID or... Read More.

State Fair Employment/Volunteer and Camping Opportunities

Saturday, September 2

By the Kansas State Fair HUTCHINSON, Kan. --- Do you Love the Kansas State Fair and want to get in FREE? Are you looking for Community Service hours? Request to be a volunteer for the Kansas State Fair.There are many part-time, seasonal and volunteer positions... Read More.

New 2023 Featured Fair Foods

Saturday, September 2

By the Kansas State Fair HUTCHINSON, Kan. --- We're less than ten days away to the kick-off of the 2023 Kansas State Fair, which means we are less than ten days away to all the delicious fair food! While many of your favorites will be... Read More.

Steffen Won’t Seek Re-Election to Kansas Senate, Two File for his Seat

Friday, September 1

By Lucky Kidd There will be a contested race for the Republican nomination for Kansas Senate in the 34th District in 2024. This will be an open seat as one of the candidates filing says incumbent. Mark Steffen of Hutchinson is not seeking re-election.Hutchinson businessman... Read More.

Sterling’s Keynote Convocation features Dr. Glenn Butner

Friday, September 1

By Sterling College STERLING, Kan. --- The first convocation of the Sterling College academic year took place on Aug. 18, in Culbertson Auditorium in Spencer Hall. Keynote speaker Dr. Glenn Butner, associate professor of theology and ministry, delivered his speech “Christian Education in the World... Read More.

Moran Speaks Out on Quivira NWR Water Issues

Friday, September 1

By Lucky Kidd CENTRAL KANSAS — Water issues in central Kansas continue to heat up after the US Fish and Wildlife Service filed an application with the Kansas Division of Natural Resources to enforce its senior water right in the Rattlesnake Creek basin for Quivira... Read More.