Rice County News

Lyons City Council Denies Zoning Request Following July Planning Meeting

Wednesday, September 6

By Lucky Kidd LYONS, Kan. — After two recommendations were made, the Lyons City Council denied Jr. Briseno's zoning change request last night, which would have allowed Briseno to use a lot on East 5th, an adjoining property to a property of his on East... Read More.

Military Discount and Everything Tickets

Saturday, September 2

By The Kansas State Fair HUTCHINSON, Kan. --- Military Tickets are available at the Ticket Office, or can be purchased at each gate when arriving at the Fair. Price is $4 and is valid for each family member. You will need to show military ID or... Read More.

State Fair Employment/Volunteer and Camping Opportunities

Saturday, September 2

By the Kansas State Fair HUTCHINSON, Kan. --- Do you Love the Kansas State Fair and want to get in FREE? Are you looking for Community Service hours? Request to be a volunteer for the Kansas State Fair.There are many part-time, seasonal and volunteer positions... Read More.

New 2023 Featured Fair Foods

Saturday, September 2

By the Kansas State Fair HUTCHINSON, Kan. --- We're less than ten days away to the kick-off of the 2023 Kansas State Fair, which means we are less than ten days away to all the delicious fair food! While many of your favorites will be... Read More.

Steffen Won’t Seek Re-Election to Kansas Senate, Two File for his Seat

Friday, September 1

By Lucky Kidd There will be a contested race for the Republican nomination for Kansas Senate in the 34th District in 2024. This will be an open seat as one of the candidates filing says incumbent. Mark Steffen of Hutchinson is not seeking re-election.Hutchinson businessman... Read More.

Sterling’s Keynote Convocation features Dr. Glenn Butner

Friday, September 1

By Sterling College STERLING, Kan. --- The first convocation of the Sterling College academic year took place on Aug. 18, in Culbertson Auditorium in Spencer Hall. Keynote speaker Dr. Glenn Butner, associate professor of theology and ministry, delivered his speech “Christian Education in the World... Read More.

Moran Speaks Out on Quivira NWR Water Issues

Friday, September 1

By Lucky Kidd CENTRAL KANSAS — Water issues in central Kansas continue to heat up after the US Fish and Wildlife Service filed an application with the Kansas Division of Natural Resources to enforce its senior water right in the Rattlesnake Creek basin for Quivira... Read More.

Safety Stressed for Labor Day Holiday

Thursday, August 31

By the Kansas Highway Patrol KANSAS — The Kansas Highway Patrol encourages everyone to plan for a safe Labor Day Weekend. Excessive speed, inattention, and impaired driving are leading causes of traffic crashes. Troopers will be on the roadways enforcing Kansas laws, and available to... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces 35 Local Bridge Projects Across Kansas to Receive $42.3M

Thursday, August 31

By Kansas Department of Transportation DODGE CITY, Kan. – Governor Laura Kelly and Kansas Transportation Secretary Calvin Reed today announced that 35 local and off-system bridge projects across the state will receive a combined total of $42.3 million as part of two local bridge improvement... Read More.

Rep. Mann Announces Applications Open for 2023 Military Academy Nominations

Wednesday, August 30

By the Office of U.S. Congressman Tracey Mann WASHINGTON, D.C. – This week, U.S. Representative Tracey Mann (KS-01) announced the opening of military service academy nominations through his Congressional office. Rep. Mann invites students from the Big First District who wish to pursue military service to... Read More.

Kansas Corporation Commission Utilities Staff Responds to Evergy’s Rate Increase Proposal in Testimony Filed This Afternoon

Tuesday, August 29

By the Kansas Corporation Commission TOPEKA, Kan. – Kansas Corporation Commission Staff has weighed in on Evergy’s request for a rate increase in both of its’ Kansas service areas. In testimony filed with the Commission this afternoon, Staff’s detailed financial audit of the company’s income and... Read More.

Lyons City Council Sets Hearing for Budget and Exceeding of the Revenue Neutral Rate for Sept. 18

Tuesday, August 29

By Lucky Kidd LYONS, Kan. — While there are a few specific line items not yet firmed up, the Lyons City Council Monday approved publication of a budget that will slightly lower the property tax levy from 2023, but still be over the Revenue Neutral... Read More.