Rice County News

Is there evidence of extraterrestrial life? Congress tries to figure it out

Friday, July 28

By Ashley Murray, Kansas Reflector WASHINGTON (July 26, 2023) — During an otherworldly hearing on Capitol Hill Wednesday, lawmakers and witnesses launched accusations that the Pentagon is stonewalling Congress and the public from information about unidentified anomalous phenomena, more often referred to as UFOs. That... Read More.

Sen. Moran Applauds Passage of NDAA, Includes Amendment to Support Surviving Military Spouses

Friday, July 28

By the Office of U.S. Senator for Kansas Jerry Moran WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) released the following statement applauding the Senate’s passage of the FY2024 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA): “Passing NDAA is one of Congress’ most important tasks to make certain our military is equipped... Read More.

Back Where ‘Big Mac’ Belongs

Thursday, July 27

By Brenna Eller Rob Mackey is thrilled to be back in the radio world as the current morning On-Air Personality for KWHK FM at Ad Astra Radio. Although his father’s legacy radio station KWHK AM went off the air in the nineties, Mackey gets to share... Read More.

Minding Our Business Sterling Presents Agribusiness Affair

Wednesday, July 26

STERLING, Kan. — On Aug. 1, from 11-2 at Sterling Grade School, an Agribusiness Affair, presented by Minding Our Business Sterling will feature information on Shop Kansas Farms, Kansas Farm Bureau, Zimm's Feedlot, Harvest Hub, Central Prairie Coop, and the Kansas Department of Agriculture.... Read More.

Kansas Highway Patrol Responds to Lawsuit Findings

Wednesday, July 26

KANSAS — The Kansas Highway Patrol sent out a statewide update reviewing the Court’s recent decision and said they respect the Judge’s conclusions and recommendations. On July 20, the U.S. District Court for the District of Kansas dismissed the federal lawsuit alleging sexual harassment and... Read More.

MeadowLARK Grant Program Expands Apprenticeship Opportunities in Kansas

Wednesday, July 26

By Kansas Commerce TOPEKA, Kan. — On July 24, Governor Laura Kelly announced that the Kansas Office of Apprenticeship launched the MeadowLARK — Leading Apprenticeship Results in Kansas — Initiative to expand the state’s Registered Apprenticeship opportunities further. “MeadowLARK is an important tool that will be... Read More.

Hydrant Flushing Happening this Week in Sterling

Tuesday, July 25

By the City of Sterling STERLING, Kan. — The City of Sterling will be flushing hydrants throughout this week. During this time you may experience discolored water, low water pressure and the presence of sediment out of your tap. The water is still safe to... Read More.

New Taskforce Announced to Combat Fentanyl in Kansas

Tuesday, July 25

By Kansas Bureau of Investigation TOPEKA, Kan. — The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI), the Kansas Attorney General’s Office, the Kansas Highway Patrol (KHP), and Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) announced a new collaborative initiative to combat fentanyl in Kansas called the Joint Fentanyl Impact Team... Read More.

K-State Advances International Veterinary Medicine Through Joint Doctorate Program with China

Tuesday, July 25

By Joe Montgomery MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas State University's College of Veterinary Medicine is training the domestic and international veterinarians of the future. The veterinary college's U.S.-China Center for Animal Health established the U.S.-China Joint Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Program in 2012 to... Read More.

Wild Bill Hickok Rodeo Abilene

Monday, July 24

ABILENE, Kan. - Don't miss the Wild Bill Hickok Rodeo in Abilene, from Aug. 1-4, presented by Freddy's Frozen Custards and Steakburgers of Salina and sponsored by Holm Automotive. Each night, the rodeo will begin at 7:30 p.m. On Aug. 3, there will be... Read More.

Rice County Highway Department Now Hiring

Monday, July 24

RICE COUNTY, Kan. - The Rice County Highway Department is currently hiring. They are looking for truck drivers, serviceman, equipment operators, and laborers. A class A CDL is preferred but not required to be hired. Applications can be picked up at 718 W. 5th Street... Read More.

Barton Community College Offering Guitar Lessons

Monday, July 24

By Joe Vinduska GREAT BEND, Kan. - Barton Community College is accepting students for individual lessons and a group guitar class this fall, and all classes will be taught by the new instructor, Aleia Gonzalez, a world-class guitar player from Paraguay. The group guitar class meets... Read More.