Washburn U. honors the top 10% of the senior class each yearl..The honorees this year were: Keera Lacock, Bradley Paulsen, Kinley Porter, Kenzie Perine, and Brooke Robb.
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Thursday, October 5, 2023
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
James Andres Passes Away
James L. Andres, age 84, passed away on Monday, October 2, 2023, at a Topeka Hospital. Jim was born on March 27, 1939, in Alta Vista, to Louis and Grace (Meyers) Andres. He grew up in Alta Vista and later proudly served in the United States Army.
On January 1, 1961, Jim exchanged vows with Laura Watson in Council Grove. They resided there until 1969 when they made their home in the Rossville community. Jim's career included working as an operator at the Jeffery Energy Center in St. Marys, and after retiring from there, he dedicated several years to the City of Rossville.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents, as well as two brothers and their spouses, Bob (Pat) Andres and Neil (Jean) Andres.
Surviving him is his loving wife of nearly 63 years, Laura, who resides at their home. He is also survived by two daughters, Andrea (Curt) Martin of Rossville and Cindy (Mike) Hansen of Eskridge, along with a sister-in-law, Ann (Joe) James of Rossville. Jim leaves behind a legacy of five grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.
A graveside service to honor Jim's life will take place at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, October 6, 2023, at the Rossville Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or the Helping Hand Humane Society, sent to the Piper funeral home.
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
Randall Stich Passes Away
Randall Ray Stich, 52, was born on July 14, 1971 in Topeka, Kansas. He recently passed away on September 27, 2023 in Rossville, Kansas.
A Celebration of Randy's life will be held from 2:00pm-4:00pm on November 11, 2023 at Penwell Gabel Funeral Home, 1321 SW 10th Avenue, Topeka, Kansas 66604.
Randy attended Highland Park High School and Highland Jr. College.
In order to honor Randy's memory, donations can be made to Prairie Wind Hospice, Rossville Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, or a ministry or organization of your choice that reminds you of Randy.
Silver Lake Invitational Golf Tourney
The Silver Lake Inv. golf tournament was held on Oct. 2 at the Lake Shawnee Golf Club,
1 Silver Lake 344
2 Jefferson West 374
3 Topeka-Seaman 383
4 Osage City 412
5 Holton 429
6 Rossville 459
7 West Franklin 501
Monday, October 2, 2023
Max Preps 2A Football Rankings
The Oct. 1 ranking of 2A football teams has Rossville at #14 and Silver Lake at #6.
Lady Dawgs Win Silver Lake Invitational
Rossville won the Silver Lake Invitational Volleyball Tournament on Sept 30 . The Lady Dawgs defeated Silver Lake who spoiled the Rossville Invitational for the Lady Dawgs.
St. Marys 25-18,26-24 W |
Sunday, October 1, 2023
Horton Inv. Cross Country
Results - Men
1 Marysville
2 Rock Creek
3. Northeast Kansas Nighthawks
4. Rossville
5 Horton
6 Sabetha
7 St. Marys
8 Jackson Heights
9 McLouth
Results - Women
Rossville did not field a full team. Individual Results are:
11th Kinsley Kufahl
22nd Keera Lacock
39th Madelym Wonnell
50th McKenna Hensley
810 Varsity.com 2A Football Rankings
1. Southeast of Saline (6-0)
2. Nemaha Central (6-0)
3. Kingman (6-0)
4. Ellsworth (6-0)
5. Sabetha (5-1)
6. Silver Lake (4-2)
7. Hoisington (4-2)
8. Chaparral (5-1)
9. Rossville (2-4)
10. Osage City (5-1)
Others: Council Grove (5-1), Beloit (4-2), Humboldt (4-2)
Saturday, September 30, 2023
Friday, September 29, 2023
KVA 3A Volleyball Rankings
Rankings for 3A volleyball for the week of Sept, 27 are as follows.
1. Heritage Christian
2. Beloit
3. Nemaha Central
4. Cheney
5. Halstead
6. Southeast of Saline
7. Silver Lake
8. Rossville
9. Smoky Valley
10. Hoisington
Jeff West Invitational Golf
Place Team Total
1 Silver Lake 332
2 Jefferson West 349
3 Tonganoxie 380
4 Osage City 386
5 Santa Fe Trail 396
6 Holton 414
7 Rossville 438
Elly Saunders led the Lady Dawg Team finishing 27th. She finished 13th in the previous Council Grove tournament.