Rice County News

New Round of Funding Announced for Revitalization of Downtown Buildings

Friday, August 11

By Kansas Commerce TOPEKA, Kan. — Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland announced on Aug. 10 that $1.5 million will be available for a fourth round of Historic Economic Asset Lifeline (HEAL) grants to revitalize dilapidated and underutilized downtown buildings in small communities... Read More.

McPherson College Classic Car on the Way to Pebble Beach

Friday, August 11

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — A project more than seven years in the making began its journey to the greatest classic car show in the world this morning.The 1953 Mercedes Benz 300 S restored by students and faculty in McPherson College's Automotive Restoration program... Read More.

Making his Mark on the Mic

Thursday, August 10

By Brenna Eller He greets you in the morning on your early commute or wishes you well as you're coming home from your overnight shift. Those who have driven, worked or lived in the McPherson area likely know the voice of Mark Ekeland.Last Friday was the... Read More.

Update: Decision for Official Newspaper of Reno County on Hold

Thursday, August 10

By Lucky Kidd RENO COUNTY, Kan. — A selection of an official newspaper for Reno County is on hold after the County Commission tabled final action during Wednesday's meeting.Two weeks ago the Commission agreed to designate the Rural Messenger, a Haven based-publication as the official... Read More.

13 Cows Dead Out of 76, Overturned Trailer on K-156

Wednesday, August 9

ELLSWORTH COUNTY, Kan. — At around 2:56 p.m., Kansas Highway Patrol Troop C shared that a semi truck with a cow hauler, loaded with 76 head of cattle on the trailer was on its side on K-156 in Ellsworth county. The road remained... Read More.

Governor Kelly and Kansas Department of Labor Step Up Efforts Against Worker Misclassification Fraud

Wednesday, August 9

By the Kansas Office of the Governor TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly and the Kansas Department of Labor (KDOL) today announced actions and highlighted resources to prevent worker misclassification, which occurs when an employer incorrectly classifies workers as independent contractors rather than employees. KDOL’s Unemployment Insurance... Read More.

Sterling College Welcomes New Faculty

Wednesday, August 9

By Sterling College STERLING, Kan. — Sterling College welcomed seven new faculty members to campus for the fall semester. Classes begin on Wednesday, August 16.“We are proud to welcome these full-time faculty and clinical instructors to the Sterling College family, and we are looking forward... Read More.

Labor Day warning – Drive sober or get pulled over

Wednesday, August 9

“If You Feel Different, You Drive Different. Drive High, Get a DUI” By Kansas Department of Transportation TOPEKA – Summer may be coming to an end, but there’s no end in sight to law enforcement’s crackdown on impaired driving. This Labor Day holiday, the Kansas... Read More.

Red Cross: Donation Shortfall May Impact Blood Supply

Wednesday, August 9

$10 E-Gift Card for Donors in August By American Red Cross KANSAS — The American Red Cross has seen a shortfall of about 25,000 blood donations in the first two months of the summer, which makes it hard to keep hospital shelves stocked with lifesaving blood... Read More.

Fatal Officer-Involved Shooting in Ness County

Tuesday, August 8

By the Kansas Bureau of InvestigationNESS COUNTY, Kan. — The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) is investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred Tuesday morning outside a residence in Ransom, Kansas. The Ness County Sheriff’s Office requested the KBI investigate the shooting on Aug. 8, just... Read More.

15-Year-Old Kansas Boy Killed After Pickup Crashes into Bridge Rail

Tuesday, August 8

COUNCIL GROVE, Kan. (KAKE) — A 15-year-old Kansas boy died over the weekend after the pickup truck he was driving crashed into a bridge rail. KAKE TV reports that Kolter Litke, of Council Grove, was taken to a local hospital where... Read More.

Fairway Police Officer Dies from Injuries After Being Shot While Responding to Car Theft

Tuesday, August 8

MISSION, Kan. (FOX NEWS / KCTV) — A Kansas police officer who was shot over the weekend while responding to a suspected car theft has died from his injuries. The Fairway Police Department announced Monday that 29-year-old officer Jonah Oswald died after he was... Read More.