Rice County News

Theresa Seitnater Receives 2023 Mike Oatman Award at KAB

Thursday, October 26

OVERLAND PARK, Kan. — On Monday, Oct. 23 the Ad Astra Radio staff congratulated Theresa Seitnater, "Momma T," at the Kansas Association of Broadcasters Convention in Overland Park.

Rep. Mann Stands with Israel

Thursday, October 26

By the Office of US Congressman Tracey Mann WASHINGTON, D.C. — Yesterday, U.S. Representative Tracey Mann (KS-01) voted yes on

Governor Kelly Announces Retirement of Wildlife and Parks Secretary Brad Loveless

Wednesday, October 25

By the Kansas Office of the Governor TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly today announced that Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) Secretary Brad Loveless intends to retire upon the appointment of a new secretary in 2024.

FHSU’s Docking Institute Releases 2023 Kansas Speaks Survey

Wednesday, October 25

By FHSU University Communications HAYS, Kan. — The Docking Institute of Public Affairs recently released the annual Kansas Speaks Survey of public opinion. A panel of 485 adult residents of Kansas ages 18 and older were surveyed online to assess their attitudes and opinions regarding...

Sterling College to Host First-Ever Giving Day

Wednesday, October 25

By Sterling College STERLING, Kan. — Sterling College is set to make history with its inaugural Giving Day on November 1, 2023. The date corresponds with the College’s birthday, which was November 1, 1887. In an unparalleled show of...

K-State Leads Project ARISE to Support Rural and Military-Connected Students Pursuing STEM Careers

Tuesday, October 24

By Patrice Scott, K-State Division of Communications and Marketing MANHATTAN, Kan. — The National Defense Education Program recently awarded Kansas State University's

Safety First in Vehicles: Buckle Up, Phone Down

Tuesday, October 24

By Kansas Department of Transportation KANSAS — Put safety first when getting into a vehicle and participate in Buckle Up Phone Down (BUPD) Day, recognized across the country on Oct. 25. The Kansas Department of Transportation and the Drive...

September Labor Market Report

Friday, October 20

By the Kansas Department of Labor Communications Division IMPORTANT NOTE: This release includes nonfarm jobs and labor force estimates for September 2023, which are produced using data from two monthly surveys. Data for nonfarm job estimates is collected through a survey of employers while the...

Suspect Sought in Salina Robbery, Stabbing

Friday, October 20

By Ad Astra News SALINA, Kan. — Salina Police are asking for assistance in locating two people suspected of robbing three people September 20th, stabbing one of them.In a release Friday it was...

Kansas to Receive More than $5.4M to Improve 9-8-8 Capacity

Thursday, October 19

By the Kansas Office of the Governor TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly announced today that the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS) is receiving more than $5.4 million from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Substance Abuse and Mental...