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Traffic Stop Leads to Capture of Rice County Jail Escapee

Friday, December 6

By Lucky Kidd RICE COUNTY, Kan. — A traffic stop near Claflin Thursday led to two arrests, one involving an escape warrant from Rice County.According to Barton County Sheriff Brian Bellindir, deputies stopped a car on K-156 belonging to Nathan Manley of Holyrood, who had... Read More.

The Big Event: Rice County Community Foundation Celebrates 2024 Community Fund Grant Awardees

Friday, November 15

By Brenna Eller LYONS, Kan. — The Rice County Community Foundation celebrated the recipients of the 2024 Community Fund Grant on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024.The grant dollars were made possible through Legacy Gifts left by Carl Dudrey and Kenny Knight and according to RCCF Executive... Read More.

Rice County Community Foundation Celebrates Successful UNITE for Rice County Match Week

Thursday, November 14

By Joy McBee, Rice County Community Foundation RICE COUNTY, Kan. (Nov. 8, 2024) — The Rice County Community Foundation (RCCF) wrapped up its second-annual UNITE for Rice County Match Week with impressive results, raising a more than $56,000 for local organizations. The event, which took... Read More.

Rice County General Election Results

Wednesday, November 6

By Lucky Kidd RICE COUNTY, Kan. — In Rice County, Nick Sowers captured 78 percent of the vote for Sheriff, with a write-in effort by Incumbent Bryant Evans, who Sowers defeated in the August primary, getting 22 percent. 3rd District County Commissioner Terry David won... Read More.

Central Christian XC: Clevenger Breaks 6k Record, Rice Finishes Top 20 at Mid-States

Tuesday, October 29

By Chad ClevengerWINFIELD, Kan. (CCCTigers.com) - The Cross Country teams traveled to Southwestern College to compete in the NAIA Mid-States Classic. Chloe Clevenger continued her strong season as she finished 4th overall, and breaking a Central Christian College school record for 6000 meters, a record previously... Read More.

Crack Repair Set on U.S. 56 in Rice County, U.S. 183 in Rush County

Monday, October 28

By Kansas Department of Transportation RICE/RUSH COUNTY, Kan. — Work will start soon on asphalt crack repair projects in Rice and Rush counties.One of the Kansas Department of Transportation projects will be on U.S. 56 in Rice County, from the Lyons east city limits to... Read More.

Rice County Community Foundation Announces Second-Annual UNITE for Rice County Match Week

Wednesday, September 25

STRETCHING your donated dollars to support local non-profit organizations By the Rice County Community Foundation RICE COUNTY, Kan. — We're excited to share that The Rice County Community Foundation (RCCF) is launching its second annual match week! Unite For Rice County Match Week is scheduled November... Read More.

Rice Community Healthcare Announces Rebrand to Reflect Focus on Family Medicine and Unified System

Monday, September 16

By Rice Community Healthcare/Rice Community Health RICE COUNTY, Kan. (September 2024) — Rice Community Healthcare is excited to unveil a new branding initiative designed to align its services more closely with its focus on family medicine and community-centered care. As part of this rebrand, the... Read More.

Area Football Preview: Rice County

Wednesday, September 4

Ad Astra Radio is previewing our area high school football teams based on county. Today, we will preview Rice County.Previous previews:Sedgwick County.Kingman County.Stafford County.Pawnee County.Edwards County Rush County.Marion County.Harvey County.Chase KatsCoach: Chase Wintholz, first seasonClassification: Six playerDistrict:... Read More.

2024 Primary Election: Rice County Results

Wednesday, August 7

By Lucky Kidd RICE COUNTY, Kan. — Rice County will have a new sheriff come January, as Nicholas Sowers defeated incumbent Bryant Evans 59 to 41 percent in Tuesday's Republican Primary. In the 20th Judicial District, Barton County Attorney Levi Morris won his primary over Ellinwood... Read More.

Rice County Community Foundation Announces New Executive Director Joy McBee

Monday, July 22

By Rice County Community Foundation RICE COUNTY, Kan. — The Rice County Community Foundation is thrilled to announce Joy McBee as its new Executive Director. With more than 20 years of experience in non-profit leadership, Joy brings a wealth of knowledge and a proven... Read More.

Rice County Community Foundation Announces Fall Grant Cycle Launch: The Community Fund

Wednesday, July 17

By the Rice County Community Foundation RICE COUNTY, Kan. — The Rice County Community Foundation (RCCF) is pleased to announce the launch of its Fall Grant Cycle for The Community Fund. This fund is designed to support projects and programs that serve the community, align... Read More.