Thursday Night At The Joe

    The Rattlers and Sabetha Lobos tangle at Joe Campbell Stadium at 7 PM tonight.

Rattlers Playing at St. Joe

I am watching the Rattlers at the St. Joe Mustangs.
The St. Joe stadium is very nice and they have a crowd of near 1,000 tonight.

Score is 6-1 Mustangs after 6 innings.

Reliever Taylor Mah held the Mustangs scoreless in the 7th to keep the score at 6-1.  The Rattlers have stranded 7 on base thus far.

The Rattlers picked up one run in the eighth,  but the Mustangs won 6-2.

Rattler's Game On-line

Rossville Rattlers

Watch tonight's game online!     7:00 PM

Mustangs TV

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Willard Bridge Progress

Photos by George Brown

Thad Hess Obituary

Thad M. Hess, 40, passed away from injuries he received in an auto accident on Monday, June 27, 2016 near Topeka.

Thad was born June 1, 1976 in Topeka and grew up in the Rossville community where he graduated from high school.  He also graduated from Washburn University in Topeka.

Thad was employed as a supervisor for Koch and Company in Topeka.   He was a true family man and dearly loved his wife, children, granddaughter and all of his family.  He was compassionate about the NFL and was a New England Patriot fan.  NFL attire is encouraged for both the funeral and visitation.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents William and Margaret Hill.

On February 18, 2002 he was united in marriage to Amy Osborne in Topeka.  She survives of the home.

Other survivors include his mother, Janice Deiter, Rossville; three daughters, Ashley Sheats, Osage Beach, MO., Briannah and Clarysta Hess both of the home; his granddaughter, Adylynn Hess, of the home; his brother, William Scott “Billy” Hess, Rossville; Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and many friends.

Funeral services will be at 10:30 A.M. Saturday, July 2, 2016 at the Rossville Christian Church.  Interment will be in the Rossville Cemetery.  Thad will lie in state at Piper Funeral Home in St. Marys from 2:00 until 8:00 P.M. Friday, July 1, 2016 where the family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 P.M.  Memorial contributions may be made to the Thad M. Hess Memorial Fund and sent in care of the U.S. Bank, P.O. Box 611, Rossville, Kansas 66533.

Condolences may be left at:  http://piperfuneralhome.com/obituaries/thad-m-hess/

Rattlers Lose A Pair

    The Rattlers lost both games Tuesday evening by scores of  4-3 and 8-5. 
    Rossville now heads to St. Joseph, Missouri for a  Wednesday evening game against the defending MINK League Champion Mustangs at 7:00 pm.

Helping the Hess Family

    There is a Go Fund Me site for helping the Thad Hess family at:
https://www.gofundme.com/2bm8u24

Thad Hess Killed In Collision (updated)

TOPEKA, Kan. (KSNT) – The Kansas Highway Patrol have now identified the two people killed in a fatal crash Monday morning in Shawnee County.

KHP says just after 6:00 a.m. a 2001 Dodge pickup driven by 16-year-old Daniel Jordan Warner was traveling north on K-4 Oakland Expressway when it went left of the center striking a 2002 GMC pickup heading southbound driven by 40-year-old Thad H. Hess of Rossville.

The highway patrol says Hess was wearing a seat belt however Warner was not.

The crash closed the Oakland Expressway for about five hours.

From the Capital-Journal:

Two people — including a 16-year-old boy — were killed early Monday in a two-vehicle, head-on crash on the Oakland Expressway just northeast of Topeka, officials said at the scene.

The driver of each truck was pronounced dead at the scene, authorities said. The drivers were alone in their vehicles.

The crash occurred about 6:15 a.m. and involved two pickup trucks that collided head-on near the north end of the Oakland Expressway on K-4 highway, about a half-mile south of the US-24 highway interchange.

The crash occurred at a point where the expressway curved slightly.

Lt. Adam Winters, of the Kansas Highway Patrol, said a red 2001 Dodge pickup truck traveling north on K-4 crossed the center line “for an unknown reason” and crashed head-on into a maroon 2002 GMC pickup truck southbound on the road.

The driver of the Dodge truck was identified as Daniel Jordan Warner, 16, of Topeka. The patrol said he wasn’t wearing a seat belt.

The driver of the GMC truck was identifed as Thad H. Hess, 40, of Rossville. The patrol said Hess was wearing a seat belt.

Winters said investigators were looking into whether fog that blanketed the area may have contributed to the crash.

K-4 highway, which travels over the Oakland Expressway, was closed for several hours between N.E. Seward Avenue and US-24 highway after the crash.

Crews from the Kansas Highway Patrol, the Shawnee County Sheriff’s Office, KDOT and the Soldier Township Fire Department responded to the scene.

The Oakland Expressway uses both a surface road and a long bridge to take motorists on K-4 from Interstate 70 on the south about 5 miles to US-24 on the north.

The two-lane expressway has been the site of other fatal crashes, including one on July 14, 2015, in which a 50-year-old Topeka woman was killed.

Other fatality crashes were reported in March 2012, May 2008, December 2004 and September 2003.

■ View video from the scene here: http://cjon.co/2922CLo

■ See an interview with Winter here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bq4cy59GYQc.

Rattlers Vs Midwest A's Under Way (Updated)

     Game one of Tonights double header --  Rattlers vs Midwest A's --  is underway.
     A homerun by Tyler Eckberg puts the Rattlers up 3-0 after 1 inning.
     The Rattlers eventually lost this game 16-8
     There is video of this game at:   http://ksnt.com/2016/06/27/mid-plains-league-recap-from-june-27-2016/
     In game two,  the Rattlers won 8-6.

Monday Night Double Header

    Rattlers double header starting at 5 PM tonight! 
    Rattlers Vs Midwest A's at Joe Campbell Stadium.
    Concessions open at 6PM! See you there!

Dorothy Boise Passes Away

      Dorothy Madeline (Johnson) Boise  passed away June 23, 2016, at Rossville, Kansas.
      Dorothy was born February 26, 1921 in Wilkinson County, Mississippi, to Kossuth and Catherine Johnson. As a youth and young adult, Dorothy enjoyed participating in a number of sports. She excelled at basketball, softball, and enjoyed bowling and golf. She was also an avid bridge player and enjoyed participating in all the activities with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Dorothy has lived in Wichita since moving here in 1942. She took a job at the aircraft plant during WWII, and then joined the Internal Revenue Service from which she retired after 30 years. She was very active in her church and social activities. Dorothy and her husband were charter members of the Metropolitan Baptist church where she held her membership until 2009 when she moved to Drexel, Missouri, to live with her grandson. She moved with them to Rossville in 2011.
      She is preceded in death by her parents; two sisters, Grace and Lottie; her husband, Norris L. Boise; and daughter, Dorothy Carolyn Good. She is survived by her son-in-law, Floyd Good; three grandchildren, Tad and Deb Good, Tara Good, and Troy and Melissa Good. Dorothy has eight grandchildren, Michael, Gavin, Kristen, Tamalei, Kyla, Dalton, Gabe and Jett, as well as nine great- grandchildren.
      A Memorial service is scheduled for Friday, July 1, 2016, at Old Mission Mortuary Chapel with burial following in Old Mission Cemetery. Donations can be made to AseraCare-Kansas, 3320 Clinton Parkway Court, Suite 120, Lawrence, KS 66047 or to Oakley Place of Rossville, LLC, P.O. Box 4047, Topeka, KS 66615

Town Teams DVD Now Available

    The documentary movie "Town Teams: Bigger Than Baseball" can be purchased as a DVD.   To order,  go to:

https://squareup.com/store/TownTeamsDVD

Rattlers Defeat Brigade Sat. Night

    The recently hot  Rattlers defeated the Junction City Brigade on Sat night 13-3 at Joe Campbell Stadium.

Town Teams' Film At Mulvane, KS Festival

'Town Teams' will play a total of three times at the Doc Sunback Film Festival in Mulvane Kansas this weekend. Okay, it's not Sundance but I think some folks will enjoy the story just as well. :) Here's the show times for Town Teams: Bigger than Baseball:

Friday June 24 at 1:45 – Heart theater (300 W. Main St)
Friday June 24 at 7:00 pm – Heart theater
Saturday June 25 at 3:15 – diamond theater (101 E Main St)

Brigade Gets 11-7 Win In JC

    The Rattlers were ahead 7-5 after five innings at Rathbert Stadium Friday night,  but the Junction City Brigade scored 6 runs in the final four innings to prevail 11-7.
    The Brigade and Rattlers have another go at it Saturday night at Joe Campbell Stadium at 7:00.

Horak Named Male Athlete Of Year

From the Capital-Journal:

Rossville’s Tucker Horak was named the overall male athlete of the year for Shawnee County and also garnered outstanding fall male athlete honors after his historic 2015-16 sports season.

Horak was an immediate contributor from the moment he hit high school. But after a relatively quiet freshman year, the Bulldawg standout became a force in all three of his sports — football, basketball and baseball — earning all-league honors each of his last three seasons.

But it was football where he left his mark. After a huge junior season saw him lead Rossville to its first-ever state title, Horak produced an encore senior season for the ages. He became the first player in state history to rush and throw for more than 2,000 yards in the same season, and in leading the Bulldawgs to a second straight state title he finished his career ranked in the top 10 nationally for total offense.

“I would hope I set a good example for the young guys and helped set the foundation for the future of Rossville sports,” said Horak, a two-time All-State Top 11 selection. “My two brothers are coming up and I hope I was a good role model and they can be even more successful than I was. I hope me and the rest of my teammates did a good job of showing them the ropes and did everything we could do to keep the ball rolling here.”

Here is video from the Banquet.  http://ksnt.com/2016/06/23/area-athletes-recognized-at-shawnee-co-sports-banquet/

Semi Accident West Of Rossville

From the Capital-Journal:

A semi-trailer that rolled onto its side early Thursday afternoon resulted in an approximate 100-gallon diesel spill and the closure of US-24 highway in northwest Shawnee County, authorities said.

The crash was reported about 12:05 p.m. near N.W. 54th and US-24 highway, about a mile west of Rossville.

Kansas Department of Transportation spokeswoman Kimberly Qualls said US-24 is closed to both east- and westbound traffic at Arn Road as crews respond to the scene.

One person was reported to have been transported by American Medical Ambulance to a local hospital with injuries that weren’t considered life-threatening.

Rattlers Win In JC

The Rattlers added another win Thursday evening with an 8-4 win in Rathbert Stadium in Junction City.

Leslie Justice Passes Away

Maple Hill:”Leslie F. "Les" Justice, 89, passed away Wednesday, June 22, 2016 at a Topeka hospital.

He was born November 17, 1926 at Denton, Kansas the son of Clifford L. and Gladys L. Hamm Justice.   Les served in the United States Army during WWII and had been stationed in Germany.

Les had worked for A&P, the Veterans Administration, and had been an armored truck driver for Brinks.    He worked as a salesman for Flemings for over 35 years before his retirement.    Les was a member of the Maple Hill Community Congregational Church and the American Legion.    He was a past member of the Maple Hill Kiwanis Club.

On October 10, 1947 he was united in marriage to Sarah E. Corbin in Topeka.    She preceded him in death on December 9, 2001.    He was also preceded in death by his parents and a son, Robert  "Skipâ" Justice on January 24, 2005.

Survivors include his son, Loren Justice, Maple Hill; his daughter-in-law, Jennie Justice, Topeka; two grandchildren, Brandon (Jacinta) Justice and Cheyan Justice.

Memorial services will be at 10:00 A.M. Thursday, June 30, 2016 at the Maple Hill Community Congregational Church with Inurnment at the Maple Hill Cemetery.   The family will receive friends on Wednesday, June 29, 2016 at Piper Funeral Home in St. Marys from 6:00 until 8:00 P.M.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Maple Hill Senior Center and sent in care of Piper Funeral Home, 714 Maple St., St. Marys, Kansas 66536.    To leave online condolences please go to www.piperfuneralhome.com

Rattler Split With Baldwin City

    The Rattlers split their double header at Baldwin City on Tuesday evening.  The Blues prevailed in game one 4-0,  but the Rattlers bounced back in game two with a 12-7 victory.
    The Rattlers are 4-1 in their last 5 games and next up is a Thursday night contest at Rathbert Stadium against the Junction City Brigade.

Timothy M. Deiter Passes Away

Maple Hill—Timothy Michael Deiter, 59, passed away Sunday, June 19, 2016 at a Charleston WV. hospital from injuries he had received in an accident.

He was born October 8, 1956 at Topeka, the son of Howard E. and G. Louise Cowan Deiter.  Tim grew up in the Maple Hill community and attended Maple Hill Elementary School.  He graduated from St. Marys High School in 1974.

After graduation Tim farmed for several years.  He then began his truck driving career that lasted 30 years.  Tim was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in St. Marys.  He liked all sports, especially football and car racing.  Tim looked forward to family holiday dinners and loved home cooked food.  But most of all Tim loved his family.

Tim was preceded in death by a brother, Steven P. Deiter on October 21, 2012.

Survivors include his parents Howard and Louise Deiter, Maple Hill; children T.J. (Emily) Deiter, Kansas City, MO., Amy Deiter, Centralia and Brian Deiter, Topeka; siblings, Greg (Rachel) Deiter, Maple Hill, Shelley (Mike) Kruger and Julie (Chuck) Ross all of Silver Lake.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 A.M. Monday, June 27, 2016 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in St. Marys.  Interment will be in Mt. Calvary Cemetery, St. Marys.  Tim will lie in state after 6:00 P.M. Sunday, June 26, 2016 at Piper Funeral Home where there will be a rosary recited at 7:00 P.M.

Memorial contributions may be made to Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, the Maple Hill Senior Center or to the charity of the donor’s choice and sent in care of Piper Funeral Home, 714 Maple St., St. Marys, Kansas 66536.

Rattlers Win Two Monday Night

    The Baldwin City Blues dropped a pair of games to the 2015 Mid Plains League Champion Rossville Rattlers on Monday evening at historic Joe Campbell Stadium.
    The Rattlers used timely hitting and several miscues by the Blues to build the eventual 11-8 victory margin in game one.
     Game Two saw the Blue's RHP John Dokolas throw a complete game striking out 7 Rattler batters. However, a bases loaded double by  Rossville broke a 1-1 tie in the 5th leading to the eventual 4-1 Rattler victory.   The Rattlers now have a 3 game winning streak.
   . The Blues and Rattlers will resume  on Tuesday with a double header starting at 5:00 PM at Baldwin City..

Monday Night Double Header

The Rossville Rattlers take on the Baldwin City Blues Monday evening in a double header at

 5 PM and 7 PM  

at the  Joe Campbell Memorial Stadium. 

 Concession open at 6PM.

 Go Rattlers!

Brett Cowdin Memorial

   Pictured are participants in the third annual  Brett Cowdin Memorial program on Sat. night before the Rattlers defeated the Topeka Golden Giants 14-4. Other photos are available on the Rattler Facebook page.

Video of Friday Night Rattler Game

    Here is video of the Rattler's Friday night loss to the Golden Giants at Joe Campbell stadium.
http://ksnt.com/2016/06/17/golden-giants-double-up-rattlers-lobos-top-brigade-in-mid-plains-baseball/

Rattlers Get 14-4 Win Over Golden Giants

From the Capital-Journal:

ROSSVILLE — The third annual Memorial Night at Joe Campbell Stadium had the ideal setting with the game between the Rossville Rattlers and Topeka Golden Giants.

The night honored the late Brett Cowdin, who coached at five Shawnee County high schools and founded both the Golden Giants (2005) and Rattlers (2011). The Mid-Plains League rivals hooked up in the finale of a three-game series and Rossville avoided the sweep with a 14-4, run-rule victory Saturday night.

“To see the guys have success on the field makes me feel great,” said Tobi Cowdin, the Rattlers head coach and Brett’s son (Brett’s brother, Bruce, is the assistant coach). “To add it to everything going on out there today with my dad, that makes it very special. It was a great night for us.”

Danny Mitchell Jr. capped a big night as the Rattler designated hitter belted a walkoff grand slam to cap a seven-run seventh inning for the run-rule victory.

“I was just trying to help the team,” said Mitchell, who plays at Arkansas-Little Rock. “It was a big night for the team and an emotional night for coach so we were trying to do what we could.”

Mitchell also hit a grand slam in Friday’s loss, so that thought crept into his mind as he stepped to the plate against Topeka reliever Dalton Laird.

“I can’t say it wasn’t in the back of my head,” Mitchell said. “Was I trying to do that? No, but it happened.”

Mitchell went 3 for 5 with two doubles and seven RBIs.

“He’s seeing the ball well,” Cowdin said. “That’s a good kid. His dad was able to make it in from Arkansas today so that was nice for him.”

The Giants, who won the first two games by a combined score of 27-10, got on the board right away when Jacob Kirmer homered on the first pitch of the game. But Rattlers pitcher Jeremy Kravetz, a Kansas Jayhawk left-hander, recovered from that initial blow to contain the Giants (8-9 MPL).

Kravetz scattered eight hits with three strikeouts and four walks in a seven-inning complete game.

“He was keeping them off-balance with his off-speed pitches and throwing strikes with multiple pitches,” Cowdin said. “They are a great hitting team but he was able to mix up his pitches tonight.”

The Rattlers (5-12 MPL) tied the score in the bottom of the first when Jonathan Valenzuela-Reece, who was 3 for 5 with two RBIs, led off with a single and scored on Mitchell’s double. The Rattlers extended their lead to 5-1 after four innings, were up 7-2 after six when Mitchell hit a two-run double and they scored seven in the seventh for the run-rule win.

Giants starter Paul Wolfram pitched three-plus innings, giving up five runs on six hits.

Topeka 100 010 2 — 4 8 1

Rossville 130 102 7 — 14 13 0

Wolfram, Schwandt (4), Smith (7), Laird (7) and Kirmer. Kravetz and Whitworth, T.Peterson (6). W – Kravetz. L – Wolfram. 2B – Topeka: Eary. Rossville: Mitchell 2. HR – Topeka: Kirmer. Rossville: Mitchell.

Levi MaVorhis Signs With Cardinals

                                             

 Former Rattler and KSU Wildcat Levi MaVorhis  signed  with the St. Louis Cardinals! 

His bio can be read at:  http://www.kstatesports.com/sport/m-basebl/2015/roster/5589c1eee4b09d6fde8f4b75

Rattlers Lose To G. Giants

From the Capital-Journal:

ROSSVILLE — A big offensive inning can be a blessing and a curse for a pitcher. The run support is greatly appreciated, but the time spent in the dugout while his teammates bat around can throw off his rhythm.

The Topeka Golden Giants sent 12 batters to the plate in the fifth inning and scored seven runs. Pitcher Chris McPherson, who had cruised through four innings without allowing a hit, then gave up three runs and three hits to Rossville in the bottom of the inning.

That one tough inning was easily overcome, however, as the Golden Giants rolled to a 13-3, 8-inning run rule victory over the Rattlers in the opener of a three-game Mid-Plains League series Thursday at Joe Campbell Stadium.

“It’s hard to go back out after standing around for 30 minutes,” McPherson said. “I love the run support, though.”

The Giants (7-8 MPL) held a 3-0 lead when they erupted for the seven-run fifth, highlighted by Gunner Halter’s two-run home run.

The Rattlers (4-11) put the first three batters on base in the bottom of the inning with a single, walk and single. Tim Schaareman drove in two runs with a single.

“You have to stay warm,” McPherson said of the long wait between trips to the mound. “I was sitting down for a while and the coach (Chris Graves) came over and yapped at me and told me to get up and start moving again.”

That was all Rossville could manage off McPherson, who allowed four hits with six strikeouts and three walks in seven innings. He also hit four batters in the compact ballpark.

“I really don’t enjoy pitching at the field just because the field is so short,” said McPherson, a Seaman graduate who played the past two years at Allen County Community College but is undecided on his next school. “You just rely on defense and you have to hit your spots.

“My slider and two-seam were good for me tonight.”

The Giants pounded out 16 hits off four Rattler pitchers. Conner Rule had three hits with a solo homer while Bailey Pattin and MJ Farthing also had three-hit games.

Topeka bounced back from Tuesday’s road doubleheader loss at Liberty.

“It was a good start to the series,” McPherson said. “We definitely need to bring the momentum back tomorrow and try to get a sweep.”

GOLDEN GIANTS 13, RATTLERS 3

Topeka 020 170 21x — 13 16 0

Rossville 000 030 00x — 3 4 4

McPherson, Horak (8) and Kirmer. Michalski, Mah (4), Davis (5), Valenzuela-Reece (8) and Whitworth. W – McPherson. L – Michalski. 2B – Topeka: Pattin. HR – Topeka: Halter, Rule.

Rattlers Split DH At Independence Tue

   The Rattlers split their double header at their visit to the Independence Veterans on Tue. night, winning the first game 3-2, but losing the second 6-5

Rattlers Split Double Header On Monday

    The Rattlers split the Monday evening double header with the Independence Veterans at Joe Campbell Stadium. They lost game one 5-3 and won game two 3-0

Summer Events At Library

Events you won't want to miss!

• Ultimate Sports Trivia- please sign up so we know how many to plan for!
• Special Summer Book Discussion- great techno-thriller!
• Senior Citizen Bingo & Sandwiches
• Local History Night--find out all the great things we are doing to promote local history and genealogy!

Photos Of Willard Bridge Progress

Latest photos of the Willard Bridge construction by

George Brown

World Championship Meat Loaf Contest

From the Capital-Journal

Paxico business owners say they are expecting up to 1,500 people Saturday, June 18, at the town’s Meatloaf Festival.

This year, the festival’s eighth, will be the first in which the public will participate in judging of the “World Championship Meatloaf Cook-off Contest.” Eight teams — hailing from Alma, Rossville, Scranton, Topeka, Wamego and Paxico — have registered to compete, according to contest organizer Al Harris, owner of Fowl Territory antique store on Paxico’s Main Street.

Harris said that to the best of his knowledge, no other locale in the world hosts a meatloaf contest, which is why Paxico’s is titled the “world championship.”

For $5, Harris said, festivalgoers can purchase a bracelet that will allow them to taste-test each of the meatloaf contest’s entries. A penny vote placed in the teams’ buckets will determine the champion, he said.

Proceeds from the contest will benefit Paxico’s volunteer fire department, Harris said.

Larry Winkler, owner of Aunt Peg’s Antiques, said the festival will kick off with a parade at 10 a.m. Four food trucks will sell their fare downtown, and two wineries will offer free wine tasting.

The event also will include a flea market, carriage rides, kids’ activities, live music and a pie contest. Military vehicles from Fort Riley will be on display, and Paxico’s five downtown antique shops will be open for business.

Admission is free.

David Gauntt Drafted By Marlins

    Former Rattler Catcher David Gauntt of Washburn University was drafted by the Florida Marlins

Cole Gruber Drafted By A's

    Former Rattler Cole Gruber from the University of Nebraska -- Omaha has been drafted by the Oakland A's.

Rattlers Defeat Sabetha 7-2

      The Rattlers beat the Sabetha Lobos 7-2 on Sat. night.
      The Rattlers will be back  at The Joe Monday night at 5:00 PM for a double header against the visiting  Independence Veterans

Rattlers Lose Friday At Sabetha

    The Rossville Rattlers lost their Friday night game at Sabetha 16-6.

Rattlers Lose 20-18

    The Rossville Rattlers lost 20-18 in a wild baseball game at Sabetha on Thursday evening.

Rattlers Lose Game One At Liberty

    The Rossville Rattlers lost game one of their June 7 doubleheader with the Liberty Monarchs by a score of 6-4.

Rattlers Lose 2 On Monday

    The Rattlers played a double header at home on Monday evening, losing 13-4 in game one and 6-4 in game two against the Liberty Monarchs. 
    They play a double header in Liberty, MO Tuesday beginning at 1:00 pm.

Annual Alumni Dinner.

The Rossville High School Alumni reunion and party was held Saturday evening, June 4th at the Dekat Center in Rossville.  Attending were 90 alumni and guests.  The evening included a social time with dinner served at 6:00 p.m.   The program started with 10 former cheerleaders leading the Rossville High School Song.  Ashley Broxterman and Katie Conley were honored as the Alumni Foundation Scholarship winners for 2016.  Ashley and Katie spoke to the group about their accomplishments in school and goals for the future.   They were each awarded a $1000.00 scholarship to be used for their higher education. Toby McCullough, principal of Rossville High School, gave a very informative talk about the academic, music and sports awards of the High School students during this school year.  All alumni attending were introduced and stood to be recognized.  The classes of 1961 (55 years) and 1966 (50 years) each had seven classmates in attendance.  The oldest graduates in attendance were Jim Fitzgerald and Juanita Keller Raab.   They graduated in 1941 -- 75 years ago. After the meeting, class photos were taken.  It was a fun evening for all.                                                  June (Wehner) Burgett, Alumni Foundation President Scholarship winners:  Ashley Broxterman,  June Wehner Burgett- President,  Katie Conley  Class of 1961  left to right  Jane Zickefoose Davis, Pat Parr Martinek, Charlotte Decker Kling, Tom Lacock, Arletta Sage Nichols, Dean Davis, Don Rogers.   Class of 1966  left to right   Tom Sage, Carolyn Davis Sage, Bob Dolezilek, Larry Wehner, Linda Miller Wehner, Susan Nadeau, Charlotte Olejnik Moreland

Rattlers Win In Junction City

    The Rattlers won 4-2 on Sat, night in Junction City. Their record now stands at  1-2 for the season.        The next home game  for the Rattlers is Monday night at 5:00 pm for a double header against Liberty.

Bourbeau Wins Best Of Show

Martin Bourbeau, a Rossville artist whose colorful and textural works are made using a technique he calls "sculpting with paint" won the Best Of Show award at the Mulvane Art Fair.  held at Washburn U, 

Rattler Video

here is some video of the Thur night Rattler game agains Junction City.
https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=rossville%20rattlers

Fred and Rose Brown Celebrate 50th

    Fred and Rose (Stadler) Brown celebrated their 50th anniversary on June 3.  They have two sons,  Todd and Toby, four grandchildren, two great-grandchildren with two more on the way.

All Mid-East League Softball Team

First team

Britnee Douglas, sr., Rossville.; Brynn Hammett, jr., Rock Creek; Josie Harrison, fr., St. Marys; Winter Henry, sr., Rock Creek; Amanda Hill, jr., Rossville; Logan Hurla, so., St. Marys; Rayann Johnson, jr., Wabaunsee; Kati Kolde, sr., St. Marys; Alyssa Kulp, sr., Riley County; Chelsea Miller, jr., Silver Lake; Taylor Nikkel, sr., Wabaunsee; Heidi Nitsch, sr., Rossville; Jordan Ummel, sr., Riley County; Madison Wegner, sr., Silver Lake; Jordan Yoder, sr., Silver Lake.

Honorable mention

Emily Brummett, sr., Riley County; Torey Burkhardt, jr., Silver Lake; Kelci Kippes, fr., Rossville; Demi Kunkel, so., Rock Creek; Kerrigan Simons, sr., Riley County; Lauren Steckel, sr., Rossville; Alli Terrapin, sr., Wabaunsee.

All Mid-East League Baseball Team

First team

Cale Adams, so., Silver Lake; Dalton Dultmeier, jr., Silver Lake; Tucker Gehrt, so., Rock Creek; Tyler Halstead, so., Riley County; Tucker Horak, sr., Rossville; Dalton Huey, sr., Riley County; Justin Keller, jr., St. Marys; Jared Morris, so., Rossville; Wathan Moylan, jr., St. Marys; Justin Reiss, sr., Rock Creek; Christian Roduner, sr., Rossville; Caleb Rogge, sr., Rock Creek; Riley Tubbs, so., Wabaunsee; Kyler Womack, sr., Silver Lake; Carson Zenger, so., Rock Creek.

Honorable mention

Derek Balch, fr., Rossville; Jacob Bradshaw, jr., Rossville; Trent Byers, so., Silver Lake; Dalton Engle, so., Riley County; Heath Hier, jr., Wabaunsee; Cooper Imthurn, jr., Wabaunsee; Tyler Layton, sr., St. Marys; Taylor Martin, sr., Silver Lake; Zach Richard, sr., Riley County; Kyle Riffel, sr., Rock Creek; Cooper Schlochtermeier, jr., Rock Creek.

Friday Night Rattlers Score

Friday Night,  June 3, 2016 score
Junction City Brigade 9
Rossville Rattlers 1

RHS Student Athlete Nominees

    On Thursday morning, the Topeka Shawnee County Sports Council announced its Class of 2016 high school student-athlete nominees.   The Rossville athletes from the class of 2016 that were nominated were:  Kole Davoren,  Britnee Douglas,  Tucker Horak, Heidi Nitsch and Christian Roduner.
    There is video on the subject at: http://www.wibw.com/content/news/Shawnee-County-Sports-Hall-Of-Fame-and-high-school-nominees-381709461.html

Robert"Bob" Young (52) Passes Away

     Robert E. “Bob” Young, of Saint Charles, MO, died peacefully at his home on Wednesday, January 27, 2016, at the age of 81.    He graduated from Rossville High in 1952.
     Loving husband of the late Carolyn Young; beloved son of the late George and Lela Mae Young; devoted father of Tanya (Paul) Behle, Tammy (Tom) Rothermich, Randall (Lily) Young, and Linda (Jerry) Griffin; cherished grandfather of Sarah, Brett, Erin, Katelyn, Michele, Aaron, Meredith, Caleb, and Linley; treasured great-grandfather of Cole, Claire, Colleen, Jett, Ruth, Ella, and Emerson; dear brother of Delores (Billy) Hesse and Jane (Hugh) Fulford; and beloved brother-in-law, uncle, cousin, and friend to many.

Rattlers Lose First Game

    The Rossville Rattlers jumped out to a 3-0 lead in the first inning,  but could not hold off the Junction City Brigade and eventually lost 11-3 in their opening game of the season.

ROSSVILLE HIGH SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED

Rossville High School held its annual Spring Awards Night on Wednesday, May 4, 2016 to bestow awards and scholarships to deserving students. The counselor, administration, and faculty would like to thank all of the scholarship contributors and presenters for their donations and interest in the students of Rossville. Your dedication to our students is greatly appreciated.

The following scholarships were presented:

Custom Wood Products Scholarship: ($1000 renewable)

Presented to Justin Logan. The scholarship was established by Donald and Pamela Lake to further Custom Wood’s commitment to the communities of Rossville and St. Marys.

Rossville Booster Club Scholarship: ($200)

Presented by Traci McCrory to Tyler Sage. The award began in 2012 and the recipient must have participated in a KSHSAA activity throughout high school. Tyler has completed one year of a two year program for certification in Automotive Technology at Washburn Tech and plans to return for his final year.

Bryan Lindstrom Inspirational Scholarship: ($500)

Presented by Dana Field to Justin Logan. This scholarship is a tribute to Bryan, who was an inspiration to others and lost his life to cancer in 2013.

Rossville High School Alumni Association: ($1000)

Presented by Kathy Kovar to Katie Conley and Ashley Broxterman. The Association was founded in 1998 and has awarded over $13,000 to deserving students in this 19-year period. The award’s recipient must meet high standards set out by the association and be a good representative of RHS as they move on through college and begin their career.

Rossville United Methodist Church: ($2000 renewable scholarship)

Presented by Tricia Conley to Katie Conley and Justin Logan

The award is given to seniors that are members of the church.

Kaw Valley Education Association: ($250)

Presented to Rachel Day. KVEA annually raises money and presents scholarships to an RHS and SMHS student planning to pursue a career in education. Rachel will attend Kansas State to study Secondary English Education.

Duane Parr Memorial Scholarship: ($500)

Presented to Rachel Day. This scholarship was established by J.D. Parr and his family and friends as an endowment to honor Mr. Parr, who passed away in January of 2006. Since the Parr family has a strong interest in music, the recipient must have participated in high school band. Rachel has participated in band all 4 years and is this year’s drum major. At state music festival this year, she received a “1” rating for Large Group Band and a “2” rating for her clarinet solo. At league and regional music festivals she received a “1” rating for her clarinet solo. She is also a member of the Northeast Kansas District Honor Band and is the first with this honor from Rossville in 10 years.

Kansas Masonic Grand Lodge Essay Contest:

Presented by Jim Dodge. 1st place—Eric Ebert-$100

2nd place—Zach Jensen and Katie Conley-$50

Each year, Rossville High School juniors and seniors participate in an essay contest conducted by the Masonic Grand Lodge of Kansas. Delia Masonic Lodge organizes, selects, and provides awards to the school winners. This year, students were asked to write an essay on how their personal involvement in serving others has made a positive impact on their community.

Doug Perine Memorial Scholarship: ($500)

Presented to Gabe Marney. The scholarship was established in 2012 to honor Doug, a longtime community figure, and is given to an RHS student planning to continue their education. Gabe plans to attend Highland Community College to study Accounting.

Les Hallmark Memorial Scholarship: ($200)

Presented to Rachel Day. The scholarship was established by Dorothy Hallmark and is awarded annually in memory of Les who was an Art teacher at Rossville High School for many years.

Laurel Stone Jackson Scholarship: ($500)

Presented by Laurel Jackson to Ashley Broxterman

This is the first year for the scholarship established by Mrs. Jackson following her retirement as the school librarian. Applicants are required to write an essay over a book they have read. Ashley will attend Washburn University to study Mass Media.

Rossville Band Booster Scholarship: ($250)

Presented by RHS Music Director Garrett Jones to Nick VanderPutten. This is the 1^st year for this scholarship and is awarded to a student that has been in Band or Choir for their entire senior year and at least 5 semesters prior. Nick plans to attend Washburn University to major in Music Performance and has received a WU Band and WU Cheer Scholarship.

Cecile Zlatnik Memorial Scholarship: ($250)

Presented to Justin Logan. The scholarship is presented annually to recognize individuals who demonstrate outstanding character, service, and leadership. Justin has also received the Shawnee County Master Gardener Scholarship.

Cole Arnold Memorial Scholarship: ($500)

Presented by Toby and Ann McCullough to Katie Conley.

The award is presented annually in memory of their son Cole who died in a car accident the summer before his Senior year.

Rossville Community Development Committee (RCDC) Scholarship: ($300)

Presented by Morgan Hansen and Sonia Dick to Justin Logan. The scholarship is based on achievements, community involvement, and contributions to the community of Rossville.

Rossville Rustlers 4-H Scholarship:

Presented by Laurie Glotzbach to Justin Logan, Tyler Carver, and Derek Gentry.

Justin will attend Fort Scott Community College to study Ag Tech Management and has also received the FSCC Meat Judging Scholarship. Tyler will attend North Central Kansas Technical College for Welding and has also received the Kansas Masonic Lodge and NCKTC Academic Scholarships. Derek will attend Barton Community College to study Business and wrestle.

P.E.O. Scholarship: ($300)

Presented by Sarene McCrory to Ashley Broxterman. This scholarship is awarded annually to young ladies from each of the area high schools.

Pete Darting Memorial Scholarship: ($150)

Presented by Dennis Darting to Justin Logan. The award was established in 2008 by the Darting family to honor Mr. Darting, an avid supporter of the Rossville Dawgs.

RHS Opportunity Scholarship:

This is the 4^th year for the award, which is provided by anonymous donors. Recipients are chosen based on GPA, ACT, resume, strength of schedule, and an essay over an experience that made an impact in their life.

Eric Ebert received a $600 scholarship. He plans to attend Emporia State to study Pre-Med and has also received an ESU Academic Scholarship.

Zach Jensen received a $200 scholarship. He plans to attend Hutchinson Community College to study Engineering and has also received an HCC Academic Scholarship.

Shawnee County Farm Bureau Association Scholarship: ($500)

Presented by Randol Walker to Katie Conley. Katie plans to attend Kansas State University to major in Kinesiology and has also received the KSU Activity and Memorial Scholarships and the Kansas Masonic Scholarship.

Harriet Hayes Austin Memorial Scholarship: ($1000)

Presented to Britnee Douglas. The scholarship was established in the year 2003 in memory of Ms. Austin to carry on her legacy of caring for others. The recipient of the award must plan to pursue a degree in nursing. Britnee plans to attend Washburn University to major in Nursing and play softball for the Ichabods. She has also received the WU Academic, WU Softball, WU Presidential, WU Alumni, WU Leadership, and YWCA Future Leaders Scholarships.

Ron Monhollon Memorial Scholarship:

Presented by Ronda Channel to Tyler Sage. The award is given to a student planning to continue their education in a vocational program.

CNA Certification:

Rossville High School would like to recognize the following students for completing their programs of study at Washburn Tech:

Ashlyn Miller—Health Care Tech, receiving her CNA certification

Ronny Lee Hester—Automotive Technology

Austin Lekanoff—Cabinetry and Millwork

Congratulations on your accomplishments!

                                                                                        Beth Shepard,  RHS Counselor