Rice County News

Kansas Highway Patrol Seeking Witness to Fatality Collision in Sedgwick County

Tuesday, August 8

SEDGWICK COUNTY, Kan. — The Kansas Highway Patrol is seeking assistance from the public to identify witnesses from a two-vehicle fatality collision that occurred at approximately 10:44 p.m. on Thursday, August 3rd. The collision occurred on I-235 just south of Central in Sedgwick County.The... Read More.

Lyons City Council Approves Employment Agreement with New City Administrator

Tuesday, August 8

By Lucky Kidd LYONS, Kan. — A new city administrator could be in place in Lyons within two months or sooner. The Lyons City Council last night approved an employment agreement with Eddy Truelove. Truelove would succeed Chad Buckley, who resigned from that position May 1.Truelove is... Read More.

K-State Leads Statewide Project to Rebuild Early Child Care Workforce

Monday, August 7

By Michelle Geering, K-State News and Communication Services MANHATTAN, Kan. — At a time when the number of early childhood care and education professionals does not meet demand, Kansas State University researchers and professional staff are working to rebuild the state's workforce.The Kansas Department... Read More.

Severe Storm Rips through Central Kansas Causing Power Outages and Damage to Power Lines

Monday, August 7

By Lucky Kidd CENTRAL KANSAS — Cleanup continues from a Saturday night windstorm that brought gusts to around 80 miles an hour to parts of central Kansas.Some of the heaviest damage was reported in McPherson, where the strongest gusts were reported when a line of... Read More.

Four New License Plates Coming Soon, Depicting Kansas Wildlife

Monday, August 7

WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) — Four new Kansas license plates are coming soon. The plates will help fund conservation efforts for wildlife and fish at state parks. KSNW TV reports that the Kansas Department of Wildlife & Parks has posted photos of the... Read More.

Kansas Will Need More Health Care Workers as Population Ages

Monday, August 7

OVERLAND PARK, Kan. (KNS) — Older Kansans are going to need more health care services as their population continues to grow. One healthcare expert recently told state lawmakers that Kansas is not prepared. A third of people over 65 are expected to need long-term... Read More.

August Proclaimed National Shooting Sports Month

Friday, August 4

By Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks SHAWNEE, Kan. – The National Shooting Sports Foundation has once again announced that August is National Shooting Sports Month, and celebrating the passion millions of Americans have for target shooting is Governor Laura Kelly and the Kansas Department... Read More.

Iowa Tribe of Kansas and Nebraska Awarded Nearly $500K to Boost Internet Connectivity

Thursday, August 3

By Kansas Commerce TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly announced today that a $498,000 broadband grant has been awarded to the Iowa Tribe of Kansas and Nebraska to enhance public Wi-Fi services at community hubs and replace outdated equipment. It will also establish a technology learning center for... Read More.

Governor Kelly Invites Public Input on Broadband Infrastructure Plan

Thursday, August 3

By Kansas Office of the Governor TOPEKA, Kan. – Governor Laura Kelly announced on Aug. 2 that the Broadband Equity Access and Deployment (BEAD) Initial Proposal Volume 1 is available for public viewing and comment. The BEAD 5-Year Action Plan, along with Volume 1 and... Read More.

Little River Community Fund Grant Now Open for Applicants

Wednesday, August 2

Information provided by the Little River Community Fund Board of Directors LITTLE RIVER, Kan. — The 2023 Little River Community Fund Grant is now open for applications. The fund financially supports innovative projects that aim to significantly enhance the quality of life in the... Read More.

Brew 56 Now Under New Management

Wednesday, August 2

LYONS, Kan. — Brew 56 Coffee and Tap House has gone under new management as of Aug. 1. Owners Mark and Stacy Clark, along with their daughter Megan Giorgetti decided it was time to sell the business after serving the Lyons/Rice County community for... Read More.

Nominations Open for 2023 Coolest Thing Made In Kansas Contest

Wednesday, August 2

By the Kansas Manufacturing Council Topeka, KAN. - The Kansas Manufacturing Council (KMC), an affiliated program of the Kansas Chamber, is looking for the 2023 Coolest Thing Made In Kansas. Presented by FORVIS, KMC launched this competition in 2020 to promote and elevate Kansas... Read More.