Rice County News

Governor Kelly Announces Release of Early Childhood Transition Task Force Final Report

Monday, December 11

Report Analyzes Current Early Childhood Care and Education System, Recommends Unification of Kansas' Early Childhood Services By the Kansas Office of the Governor TOPEKA, Kan. – Today, the Kansas Early Childhood Transition Task Force (ECTTF), established by Governor Laura Kelly through the first executive order... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces Nearly $2M to Support Kansas Children Exposed to Drugs

Friday, December 8

By the Kansas Office of the Governor TOPEKA, Kan. – Governor Laura Kelly today announced that the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE), in partnership with the Kansas Alliance for Drug Endangered Children, is awarding nearly $2 million to 18 Kansas service agencies in... Read More.

Sen. Moran Announces Grant to Begin Work on Connecting the Heartland Flyer to Kansas

Friday, December 8

By the Office of U.S. Senator for Kansas Jerry Moran WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) today announced a $500,000 Federal Railroad Administration grant to begin planning and development for an extension of Amtrak’s Heartland Flyer that will connect the existing rail service between... Read More.

Senator Marshall Discusses Border Security with Kansas Reporters Thursday

Thursday, December 7

By Lucky Kidd U.S. Senator Roger Marshall M.D. (R-KS) talked about border security as it relates to a four-pronged “puzzle” promoted by President Biden in a news conference with Kansas reporters Thursday, which all 49 Republicans voted against Wednesday night.Marshall said that “puzzle" (as proposed)... Read More.

Financial Donations Needed for Goodfellows of Southern Rice County

Wednesday, December 6

STERLING, Kan. — The Goodfellows of Southern Rice County announced reminders on their Facebook page since it is almost Goodfellows week.If you are in need of assistance, the deadline to sign up is Dec. 10. Sterling Grade School is collecting items by... Read More.

Unite For Rice County Match Week Raises a Staggering $208,801.68 for Rice County Community Foundation Funds

Wednesday, December 6

By Karly Frederick, Rice County Community Foundation RICE COUNTY, Kan. — Unite For Rice County Match Week has concluded on an astounding note, with an incredible collective effort resulting in a total donation of $138,801.72. This figure, magnified by the Patterson Family Foundation's generous match... Read More.

Senator Marshall Introduces Bill to Protect Access to Nursing Homes in Rural Kansas

Wednesday, December 6

By the Office of U.S. Senator for Kansas Roger Marshall WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-KS), alongside a group of bipartisan Senators, introduced the Protecting Rural Seniors Access to Care Act, legislation that would prevent the U.S. Department of Health and... Read More.

Three Rice County Childcare Facilities Receive Updates Thanks to SEED Grant

Wednesday, December 6

By Karly Frederick, Rice County Community Foundation RICE COUNTY, Kan. — Three childcare facilities in Rice County—Little River Learning Center, Sterling Lil Cub Childcare, and Lyons Cornerstone Childcare Center—have received updates and enhancements, thanks to the Strategic Economic Expansion and Development (SEED) Grant provided by... Read More.

Sterling Medical Center Obtains Kansas Vaccines for Children (VFC) Approval

Tuesday, December 5

By Brittany Weis, Sterling Medical Center STERLING, Kan. — Sterling Medical Center, an affiliate of Rice Community Healthcare, is excited to announce its recent approval as a federally funded Kansas Vaccines for Children (VFC) provider, reinforcing the clinic’s dedication to enhancing community health by... Read More.

KFB Honors Members, Friends at 105th Annual Meeting

Tuesday, December 5

By Kansas Farm Bureau MANHATTAN, Kan. — Members from Rice County joined nearly 400 Farm Bureau members of Kansas during Kansas Farm Bureau's 2023 Annual Meeting in Manhattan Dec. 2-4. They wrapped up important business for their farm organization after debating and adopting policy statements... Read More.

FHSU December Commencement Plans Underway

Friday, December 1

By University Communications HAYS, Kan. – Fort Hays State University will recognize approximately 1,157 graduates during its fifth annual fall commencement ceremonies on Friday, Dec. 15 (in person) and Saturday, Dec. 16 (virtual).Graduates who have chosen to participate in person will be honored in two... Read More.

Governor Kelly Receives Final Report and Recommendations from Wildfire Task Force

Wednesday, November 29

By the Kansas Office of the Governor TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly announced today that the Governor’s Wildfire Task Force has submitted its final report summarizing and providing recommendations on how to improve the systems, procedures, and personnel that make up the state’s oversight... Read More.