Kayla Johnston on Tabor College Softball Team

    RHS graduate Kayla Johnston is on the Tabor College Softball roster for 2013.  Kayla is a senior at Tabor and transferred from Allen County Community College.

Josephine Pressgrove to Celebrate 100th

Jopsephine Pressgrove will celebrate her 100th birthday on Saturday,  Dec. 29, with an Open House at the Rossville Healthcare Center at 600 East Perry St. from 2:00 to 3:00 PM.

Rossville Rattlers 2013 Outlook and Schedule

    The Rattlers have published their schedule for the summer of 2013.  You can read about the team at:
http://www.wibw.com/sports/headlines/Rossville-Rattlers-Announce-2013-Schedule-181597151.html

Track Team a Highlight of 2012

    The Topeka Capital Journal listed the top sports stories of 2012 and the RHS girls track team made the list.   The girls track team won its third straight Class 3A team title, highlighted by the trio of Shannon Parr and Mandy and Mindy Wilson, who combined for 16 state track titles. Mandy finished her career sweep of the 400, and Parr set the 3A state meet high jump record with her third title in the event.

Area Wrestling Leaders

126 — Himpel, Tonganoxie, 17-0; Gentry, Rossville, 11-4; Mundy, Santa Fe Trail, 9-2; Failer, St. Marys, 9-3; Tye, Royal Valley, 9-7; Vesta, Manhattan, 8-3; G. Whitson, Emporia, 8-4; Dietrich, Wamego, 5-1.
145 — Millsap, Junction City, 14-0; Piper, Santa Fe Trail, 11-4; Dunlap, Doniphan West, 11-5; Lambotte, Rossville, 10-0; Golightley, Royal Valley, 9-6; Matthews, Manhattan, 8-3; Swartz, Riley County, 7-4; Mason, Atchison, 7-5; Krehbiel, Sabetha, 7-5; Lamprecht, Silver Lake, 6-2; Wolf, Tonganoxie, 6-4; Hurla, St. Marys, 5-1.

152 — Huseman, Tonganoxie, 15-2; T. Ogden, Royal Valley, 14-1; Denton, Junction City, 13-2; Reesor, Rossville, 13-4; Bleakley, St. Marys, 9-2; Fee, Doniphan West, 9-2; Leeper, Manhattan, 8-2; Craige, Council Grove, 8-3; Campbell, Wamego, 6-1; Payear, Pleasant Ridge, 5-3; Jackson, Emporia, 4-2.

160 — Torres, Emporia, 11-0; Wright, Santa Fe Trail, 11-4; Von Bargen, Baldwin, 10-3; Luellen, Rossville, 10-5; C. Ogden, Royal Valley, 10-6; Chauncey, Manhattan, 8-3; Dowding, Jefferson West, 7-2; Miller, St. Marys, 6-2.

285 — Cooper, Rossville, 14-3; Kissinger, Tonganoxie, 11-3; Rafalko, Junction City, 8-1; Funk, Atchison, 6-3.

MID-EAST League Basketball Standings

Boys
                                ... League ... Overall
Silver Lake                 ... 3-0      ... 5-0
Rock Creek                ... 2-0      ... 5-1
St. Marys                    ... 0-1      ... 1-4
Wabaunsee                  ... 0-1      ... 1-4
Rossville                       ... 0-1      ... 1-6
Riley County                 ... 0-2      ... 2-4

Girls
                                ... League ... Overall
Riley County                ... 2-0     ... 3-3
Silver Lake                  ... 2-1     ... 4-1
Rock Creek                 ... 1-1    ... 2-4
St. Marys                     ... 0-1    ... 3-2
Rossville                       ... 0-1    ... 1-6
Wabaunsee                  ... 0-1     ... 0-5

Dawgs Lose To Eagles

Silver Lake's 6'-7" Tyler Brown was nearly unstopable in Tuesday nights game against the Dawgs.  He was 7 of 10 in the field and 12 of 13 at the charity stripe for a total of 26 points.

Silver Lake       15     15     15     22     =     67
Rossville           8     12       6     16     =     42

Rossville  scoring (3 pts in parenthesis):
Catron                          1-3           1-5       3
Hammer                       3-9  (1-3)   5-6     12
Davis                           1-4  (1-2)    0-0      3
Immenschuh                1-4 (1-2)     0-0      3
Greco                          3-10(1-3)    0-0      7
Th. Horak                     2-6 (0-1)     4-4      8
Sowers                        1-1             0-0      2
Tu. Horak                     0-2 (0-1)     0-0      0
Day                             0-1             2-4      2
Schultz-Pruner             0-0             2-2      2 
Totals                        12-40(4-12) 14-21  42.

Additional info about the game (and also the girls game) can be read at:
http://cjonline.com/sports/2012-12-18/silver-lake-girls-heat-second-half-trip-rossville

RHS Girls Lose After Half-Time Lead

    The Silver Lake Eagles girls overcame a one point half-time Rossville lead and pulled away in the second half for a 50-31 victory.  A CJonline article describes the game in much detail at:

http://cjonline.com/sports/2012-12-18/silver-lake-girls-heat-second-half-trip-rossville


Silver Lake         9     8     14     19     =     50
Rossville          10     6     10       5     =     31

Rossville scoring  (3 pt. shots in parenthesis):
Brown                      0-2 (0-1)                1-2           1
Nitsch                      2-5                       0-0           4
Kirk                          2-5  (0-6)              0-0           4
Dantzson                  2-5                       0-2          4
Channel                    6-11                     3-6        15
Catron                      1-3 (0-1)               0-1          2
Dick                         0-0                       0-0          0
Steckel                    0-2 (0-1)                1-2          1
Cooper                     0-0                       0-0          0
VanderPutten            0-1                       0-0          0 
Totals                    13-34 (0-9)              5-13       31

Rossville Photos Web Site

Most of the photos on the old Multiply.com web site for Rossville have been moved to:http://rossvilleksphotos.blogspot.com/

Be sure to bookmark that web site also.

Dawgs at Eudora Tournament of Champions

The Dawgs finished 12 of 22 teams in the Eudora Tournament of Champions on Dec. 8.  Tagen Lambotte was the only champion from Rossville taking the 145 pound championship.   For the complete results of this wrestling tournament,  go to:

http://www.kawvalley.k12.ks.us/schools/rhs/athletics/wrestling/12-13/eud.pdf

RHS Boys Lose To Atchison Co.

The Dawgs held a one point advantage at the end of 3 quarters,  but could not pull out a win in their Dec. 14 game against Atchison Co.

Atchison Co.          19      9    11    26    =    65
Rossville                 16      6    18    20    =    60

Atchison Co. Girls Get Win Over RHS

The RHS girls basketball team lost to Atchison County on Dec. 14 by 50-31.

Atchison Co.      11    17    10    12    =    50
Rossville             10      2      4    15    =    31

Rossville scoring:

Kirk                3          0-0      6
Nitsch             3          0-0      6
Channel          2          1-4      5
Dantzon          2          1-2      5
Steckel           0 (1)     2-2      5
VanderPutton 0           2-2      2
Catron            1           0-0      2
Totals           11 (1)    6-10     31

Rossville Wins Kaw Valley Duals

    The Dawgs picked up a team win at the Rossville Duals wrestling meet on Dec. 14.  Individual class winners are listed below:

106 — Zimmerman, Chase County.
113 — Francka, Chase County.
120 — Lambert, Herington.
126 — Gentry, Rossville.
132 — Melcher, Herington.
138 — Tooley, St. Marys.
145 — Hester, Rossville.
152 — Reesor, Rossville.
160 — Luellen, Rossville.
170 — Higginbotham, Mission Valley.
182 — Ames, Onaga.
195 — Gillis, Herington.
220 — Marten, Onaga.
285 — Kolterman, Onaga.

Accident on Davis Road

    A rollover accident at 5:33 a.m. in the 6000 block of N.W. Davis Road sent one person to a Topeka hospital by American Medical Response ambulance, authorities said.
    The injured person, described only as a juvenile male who was driving the vehicle, suffered a possible head injury, said Shawnee County sheriff’s Cpl. Kelly Jordan.
    Upon arrival at the accident scene just northeast of Rossville, sheriff’s deputies located a Ford F-250 pickup truck that sustained “significant damage” as it rolled over and came to rest off the roadway, Jordan said.
    The cause of the accident remains under investigation. The identity of the driver, who was alone in the pickup, wasn’t immediately released.

Area Wrestling Leaders

126 — Vesta, Manhattan, 8-3; Dietrich, Wamego, 5-1; Failer, St. Marys, 5-2; Gentry, Rossville, 6-4.

145 — Lambotte, Rossville, 10-0; Golightley, Royal Valley, 8-2; Matthews, Manhattan, 8-3; Reesor, Rossville, 8-4; Swartz, Riley County, 7-4; Mason, Atchison, 7-5; Krehbiel, Sabetha, 7-5; Lamprecht, Silver Lake, 6-2; Hurla, St. Marys, 5-1; Piper, Santa Fe Trail, 5-2.

285 — Cooper, Rossville, 10-2; McClane, Royal Valley, 7-5; Funk, Atchison, 6-3; Kissinger, Tonganoxie, 5-2; Cornejo, Emporia, 4-3.

PINS

10 — Cooper, Rossville.

8 — Himpel, Tonganoxie; C. Matthews, Royal Valley; Miller, Tonganoxie; Yates, Tonganoxie.

Class of 1961 Fiftieth Runion

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Back Row: James Coleman, Tom Lacock, Jim Lloyd. Front Row: Dorothy Lloyd, Arletta Sage, Charlotte (Decker) Kling, Jane (Zickefoose) Davis, Don Rogers, Marlene (Lawson) Davis, Dean Davis, Larry Anderson.

2011 Tall Corn Festival Parade

Pictures of the 2011 Tall Corn Festival Parade taken by Judy Cress.
You can see dozens more of her parade photos at:http://nellierose.multiply.com/photos/album/34/Rossville_Tall_Corn_Parade_Aug._13_2011#

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Class of 1962 Fiftieth Reunion

The class of 1962 held their 50th reunion the weekend of June 1-2. They started with a party Friday evening at David Foster's home and pond and then attended the RHS School reunion on Sat. night.

For photos taken at the reunion,  go to:  http://rossvilleksphotos.blogspot.com/search?updated-min=2012-01-01T00:00:00-08:00&updated-max=2013-01-01T00:00:00-08:00&max-results=49

2012 Tall Corn Festival Parade

The 2012 Version of the Tall Corn Festival parade in Rossville, Aug. 11, 2012.  Photos can be seen at:

http://rossvilleksphotos.blogspot.com/search?updated-min=2012-01-01T00:00:00-08:00&updated-max=2013-01-01T00:00:00-08:00&max-results=49

2012 Alumni Dinner

Photos of the 2012 alumni dinner can be seen at:

http://rossvilleksphotos.blogspot.com/2012/12/2012-alumni-dinner.html

RHS - Frankfort Girls Basketball Game

     Frankfort outscored the Rossville girls15-6 in the fourth quarter to rally for the win Tuesday night. The Bulldogs led by seven points after three quarters, but couldn’t hold on to the home court advantage.

Rossville             12      14      8      6    =    40
Frankfort              9      10      8    15    =    42

Rossville  scoring:
Kirk                 4           3-4       11
Channel            3 (2)     3-4       11
Dantzson          2          4-4         8
Nitsch              2 (1)     1-2         6
Brown              0          2-4         2
Catron              0          2-4         2 
Totals              11 (3)  15-22     40

RHS-Frankfort Boys Basketball

Rossville        12    17     4     17     =     50
Frankfort       13    11   17     23     =     64

Rossville scoring:
Greco                   7 (1)      1-3      16
Horak                   2 (1)      3-4        8
Immenschuh          1            5-6        7
Hammer                2 (1)      0-0        5
Horak                   1            2-4        4
Davis                    1 (1)       0-0        3
Catron                  1            0-0        2
Day                      1            0-0        2
Sowers                 1            0-0        2
Schultz-Pruner      0            1-2        1 
Totals                 17 (4)     12-19    50

Isermanns Have A Girl

Peter and Renay Isermann of Rossville are the proud parents of a new baby  girl born Dec. 9, 2012 at Birth and Women's Center  in Topeka.

RHS Boys at Fighting Irish Classic (updated)

  The RHS boys evened their record to 2-2 with wins over Salina-Sacred Heart and El Dorado.  They had a close game against Sacred Heart winning by just 63-61 on Friday.  On Saturday,  they had an easier game against El Dorado winning 63-46 according to the W-L report on the school web site,  but the box score shows a loss.

Sacred Heart       17    17    17    10    =    61
Rossville              18    14    13    18    =    63

Rossville scoring:
Immenshuh             4 (1)    6-11   17
Th Horak                3          3-5      9
Hammer                  2          4-6      8  
Catron                     2          4-7      8
Davis                       2 (2)    1-2      7
Greco                      2 (1)    0-0      5
Day                         2          0-0      4
Tu Horak                2           0-0      4
Sowers                    0          1-2      1
Schultz-Pruner         0          0-0      0

Totals                    17 (4)    19-33  63


El Dorado           14    11    15    12    =    52
Rossville               6      7      5     11    =    29

Rossville scoring:
Tu Horak                 1       5-14      7
Greco                      2        1-2       5
Th Horak                 2 (1)   0-0      5    
Catron                     1         2-4      4
Schultz-Pruner          0        4-4      4
Immenshuh               1        1-2      3
Hammer                   0        1-2      1
Sowers                     0        1-2      1
Day                          0        0-0      0
Davis                        0        0-0      0  

Totals                       7 (1)  15-30   30    

RHS Girls at Fighting Irish Classic (Updated)

    The RHS girls played their second and third games in the Fighting Irish Classic on Fri and Sat.  They lost to Salina-Sacred Heart 26-22 on Friday and Ed Dorado 35-33 on Saturday.

Sacred Heart          9      5      5      7    =    26
Rossville                 5      6      5      6    =    22

Rossville Scoring:
Channel          2        3-4        7
Kirk               2 (1)   1-4        6
Catron           0         1-2        1
Nitsch            1 (1)   0-0        3
Dantzon         2         2-2        4
Brown           0         1-2        1
Bontz             0         0-0        0
Steckel          0         0-0        0
Dick              0         0-0        0

Totals            7 (2)   7-14     22



El Dorado              14      10      5       6        35
Rossville                 10        9      5      9         33

Rossville scoring:
Channel               3 (1)   3-4     10
Kirk                    0         9-12    9
Catron                 0        3-5      3
Brown                 1 (1)   0-0      3
Nitsch                  1 (1)   0-0      3
Dantzon               0         3-4      3
Dick                    1         0-0      2
Steckel                0         0-3      0

Totals                 6 (3)   18-28   33

Ann (Davis) Monhollon Passes Away

    Anne Marie (Davis) Monhollon was born July 18, 1936, in Holton, Kansas, the daughter of Harold McKinley Davis and Cornelia Marie Boyles. 
    She attended schools in Emmett, Holton, Mayetta, Topeka, and Valley Falls, where she graduated from high school in 1954.
    Mrs. Monhollon married Ronald Lee Monhollon on May 19, 1957, at Valley Falls, Kansas. He died August 29, 2006.
    Mrs. Monhollon worked in various fields during her lifetime. She worked for a time at Hallmark Cards, in the State Street Elementary School cafeteria, for U.S.D. 321, and for several insurance agencies. She worked alongside her husband at Rossville Machine and Weld, a business they jointly owned and operated.   Mrs. Monhollon was a member of the Rossville United Methodist Church and Chapter XH of the PEO. She and her husband were past presidents of the Rossville Booster Club.
    Her parents and husband preceded her in death, as did her three sisters: Edna Edmonds, Opal Davis, and Viva Lux. Mrs. Monhollon is survived by her son Rusty Monhollon (Sonja Erickson) of Columbia, Missouri, and daughter Ronda Channel (Jim), of Rossville. She also is survived by eight grandchildren; Daniel Monhollon (Amanda), Richard Monhollon (Renee), Dylan Channel, Roni Channel, Dana Channel, Brooke Channel, Davis Erickson, and Rachael Erickson. Mrs. Monhollon had three great-grandchildren; Rivers Schwenn, Parker Monhollon, and Dominic Monhollon.
    Memorial services will be at 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, December 11, 2012 at the Rossville United Methodist Church. Inurnment will be at a later date. The family will receive friends Monday, December 10, 2012 at the church from 5:00 until 8:00 P.M. Memorial contributions may be made to the Anne M. Monhollon Memorial Fund to be designated at a later date in care of Piper Funeral Home, 714, Maple, St. Marys, KS. 66536. To leave an online condolence please go to www.piperfuneralhome.com.

RHS Girls Pick Up Win Over Chapman

    The RHS girls beat the Chapman girls basketball team at the Irish Classic basketball tournament in Chapman to even their record to 1-1.

Rossville         13     10     11     11     =     45

Chapman         11       8       7     15     =     41

Rossville scoring:
Brown                       2           1-2         5
Nitsch                       3 (2)   4-10     12
Horak                       2            1-4        5
Dick                           0           0-1        0
Dantzen                   4            2-3      10
Channel                   3             5-6      11
Team                        1             0-0        2
Totals                    15 (2)    13-26   45

Chapman Defeats RHS Boys

    The RHS boys basketball team is playing in the Irish Classic Basketball Tournament in Chapman.  However,  the Dawgs got off to a slow start against Chapman in their first game and could never get out of the hole they found themselves in after a disastrous first quarter, eventually losing 45-32.

Rossville        2     11     7     12    =    32

Chapman      18      8     6     13    =    45

Rossville  scoring:
Catron                      1 (1)     2-4     5
Horak                       3           0-4     6
Hammer                  2           1-3      5
Team                        2           0-2      4
Davis                        1 (1)     0-1      3
Greco                       4 (1)    0-0      9
Totals                     13 (3)  3-14   32

Duane Zlatnik on All Big 12 Team

    KU Jayhawks offensive lineman Duane Zlatnik, a senior from Rossville, was AP honorable mention for the All Big 12 Football Team for this year.

Wrestling Team Outlook

   Wrestling coach Curt Brecheisen once again has a strong squad gearing up for this year.  The top returners include junior Tagen Lambotte who is a two time state champ in the 145 class who finished with a 34-1 record last year.    Senior Cody Cooper finished well at the state tournament and compiled an 18-13 record last year in the 285 class.  Jacob Gentry in the 126 pound class was another of the top wrestlers last year.  Sophomore Nick Reesor missed the latter part of the season last year after starting with a very promising 22-7 record.
    SM South transfer Skylar Olson is expected to provide a good boost to the squad's success this year  as he was a 6A state qualifier last year.

RHS Wrestling Schedule

    The RHS wrestling schedule for 2012-13 is as follows:

Dec.
1.                   Mission Valley Invitational
6.                   at Hayden (w/Topeka High)
15.                 Royal Valley Dual Inv.

Jan.
5.                    at Seaman Duals
9.                    Washburn Rural/Silver Lake
11-12.            at Basehor-Linwood Inv.
24.                 Holton/Atchison County/Perry-Lecompton
26.                 at Baldwin Inv.
31.                  at Sabetha (w/Onaga)

Feb.
9.                     at Big Seven League meet (Jefferson West).

Mission Valley Invitational

Results of the Mission Valley Invitational, Sat., Dec. 1, 2012

Team scores

Marysville 166.5, Topeka High 145, Rossville 138.5, Jefferson West 137.5, St. Mary’s 121, Chapman 119, Rock Creek 101.5, Marion 91, Doniphan West 88, Burlington 77, Central Heights 54, Mission Valley 49, Wabaunsee 48, Burlingame 32, Highland Park 31, Perry-Lecompton 30.

Individual class champions 

106 — Tucker Schreiner, Jefferson West. 113 — Josh Goepfert, Marysville. 120 — Corey Tyler, St. Mary’s. 126 — Jacob Gentry, Rossville. 132 — Dustin Asbury, Central Heights. 138 — Greg Tooley, St. Mary’s. 145 — Tagen Lambotte, Rossville. 152 — Brody Carroll, Marion. 160 — JT Weers, Rock Creek. 170 — Zack Witt, Chapman. 182 — Austin Tillman, Topeka High. 195 — Tristan Speer, Doniphan West. 220 — Justin Scott, Jefferson West. 285 — Will Geary, Topeka High.

Cheerleading & Dance Squads

The roster for the 2012-2013 Cheerleading and Dance squads are at:
http://www.kawvalley.k12.ks.us/schools/rhs/athletics/cheer_dance.htm

Wrestling Roster

The 2012-2013 wrestling roster for RHS is at:

http://www.kawvalley.k12.ks.us/schools/rhs/athletics/wrestling/12-13/HSWrestling_roster.pdf

Basketball rosters

The RHS girls basketball roster can be seen at:

http://www.kawvalley.k12.ks.us/schools/rhs/athletics/girls_basketball/12-13/12_GirlsBasketball_roster.pdf

The RHS boys basketball roster can be seen at:

http://www.kawvalley.k12.ks.us/schools/rhs/athletics/boys_basketball/12-13/12_BoysBasketball_roster.pdf

Wamego Gives Dawgs First Loss

The RHS boys basketbal team went down in game one of their season with a 66-40 loss against the Wamego Red Raiders.

Rossville scoring:

Sowers 9
Davis 9
Immenschuh 9
Greco 7
Hammer 2
Horak 2
Pruner 2
Totals 15 (4) 6-14 

Girls Basketball Team Loses To Wamego

    The RHS girls basketball team got off to a rocky start losing to Wamego 63-17.

Rossville scoring:

Dantzon 4
Channel 4
Steckel 3
Brown 3
Dick 2 

Totals 5 (2) 5-6 17

Boys Basketball Outlook

 Eric Anderson (16th year) returns to the sidelines as head coach after taking 4 years off as assistant coach.

    Last year,  the Dawgs finished  6-15 (4-6, 4th in the Mid-East League), losing in the 3A sub-state in the first round.  The team is loaded with seniors this year so experience should not be a factor.

    The principal returning players are:  (5) Dalton Catron, 5-9, sr., G; Austin Greco, 6-3, sr., G/F; Kyle Hammer, 6-0, sr., G/F; Trace Davis, 6-0, sr., G; Jeff Immenschuh, 5-10, sr., G.

    Other returners and newcomers expected to factor into the team's success include:  Jacob Pletcher, 6-1, sr., G/F; Tyler Day, 6-2, sr.; Rain Schultz-Pruner, 6-0, sr.; Brandon Justice, 6-4, jr.; Thatcher Horak, 5-11, so., G/F; Corbin Horak, 6-0, so., G/F; Tucker Horak, 5-10, fr., G/F; Terance Sowers, 6-1, so., C.

RHS Basketball Schedule For This Year

Rossville High Basketball schedule for 2012-2013

Nov.

     29.      Wamego
Dec. 

     4-8.   at Chapman Inv. 

    11.       Frankfort
    14.       at Atchison County  
    18.       Silver Lake
Jan.
     4          at Riley County
     8          at Rock Creek
    11         St. Marys 

    15-19  at Burlington Inv.
    29.       at  St. Marys
Feb.
       1.       Wabaunsee
       5.       Osage City
       8.       at Silver Lake
     12        at Wabaunsee
     15        Riley County
     21        Rock Creek.

Larry McClain (73) Passes Away

Larry M. McClain, 57, passed away Wednesday, November 21, 2012 at his home near Rossville. 

He was born April 15, 1955 at Topeka the son of the late Thornton and Winifred Emert McClain. Larry graduated from Rossville High School in 1973 and had lived all of his life in the Rossville community. Mr. McClain was a farmer. He is survived by his sister, Vickie S. McClain, Overland Park. 

A Memorial Visitation will be held from 1:00 until 2:00 P.M. Wednesday, December 5, 2012 at Piper Funeral Home in St. Marys. Inurnment in the Rossville Cemetery will be private. Memorial contributions may be made to the donor's choice and sent in care of Piper Funeral Home. Online condolences may be sent to www.piperfuneralhome.com.

Benjamin Horak Passes Away

   Benjamin F. Bennie Horak, 92, passed away Tuesday, November 27, 2012 at his home in Topeka.             

    Funeral services will be at 10:00 A.M. Friday, November 30, 2012 at Piper Funeral Home in St. Marys. Mr. Horak will lie in state and the family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 P.M. Thursday, November 29, 2012 at the funeral home. Interment will be in the Czech Moravan Cemetery North of Rossville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Delia Presbyterian Church or to the Donor's Choice and sent in care of the funeral home. Online condolences may be sent to www.piperfuneralhome.com.

Karen Figge (57) Passes Away

    Karen G. Figge, 73 passed away Saturday, November 24, 2012 at St. Francis Hospital in Topeka.       She was born November 10, 1939 at Silver Lake the daughter of LeRoy J. and Josephine Olejnik Pressgrove.
    Karen graduated from Rossville High School in 1957. Mrs. Figge was a member of Faith Lutheran Church in Topeka and a 50 year member of the ZCBJ Lodge, Rossville.
    She was preceded in death by her father LeRoy Pressgrove. On November 29, 1958 she was united in marriage to Myron Figge at Wheaton. He survives of the home. Other survivors include her mother, Josephine Pressgrove, Rossville; sons, Rodney (Diane) Figge, Peyton, CO, Roy Figge, Colorado Springs, CO, Robbie (Debbie) Figge, and Rex (Sherry) Figge all of Wamego; a sister, Shirley Rosser, Duncan, OK; a brother, Ronald Pressgrove, Topeka; 8 grandchildren.
    Mrs. Figge will lie in state and the family will receive friends from 5:00 until 7:00 P.M. Tuesday, November 27, 2012 at Faith Lutheran Church 1716 SW Gage Blvd. Topeka, where there will be a prayer service at 7:00 P.M. Graveside services will be at 2:00 P.M. Wednesday, November 28, 2012 at the Wamego Cemetery, Wamego. Memorial contributions may be made to Midland Hospice or the American Cancer Society and sent in care of Piper Funeral Home, 714 Maple, St. Marys, KS. 66536. Online condolences may be sent to www.piperfuneralhome.com.

Nov. - May 2012 Posts

Hamilton and Hurla Have a Girl

Nov 20, '12 10:00 PM by Frank for everyone

Joshua Hamilton and Kayla Hurla of Rossville are the proud parents of a new baby  girl born  Nov. 19 at Stormont-Vail.

Rossville Loses in 3A Semi-Final

Nov 17, '12 8:57 AM by Frank for everyone

Rossville            (11-2)    0     14     0     0    —    14

Silver Lake        (13-0)   14     14     7     0   —     35

Silver Lake — Kruger 27 run (kick failed)

Silver Lake — Baird 32 interception return (Torkelson pass from Kruger)

Rossville — Corbin Horak 31 pass from Catron (Hartshorn kick)

Silver Lake — Pfannenstiel 90 kickoff return (Kruger kick)

Rossville — Tucker Horak 20 pass from Catron (Hartshorn kick)

Silver Lake — Kruger 32 run (Kruger kick)

Silver Lake — Vega 14 pass from Kruger (Kruger kick)

GAME IN FIGURES

                                  Ross     SL

First downs                 15       19

Rushes-yards           32-71  42-258

Passing yards            193     112

Passes                   14-31-3 5-11-2

Fumbles-lost              2-1      0-0

Punts-avg.               3-35.7  1-20.0

Penalties-yards         4-25     5-53

For a detailed write-up of the game,  go to:

http://cjonline.com/sports/2012-11-16/special-teams-defense-spark-silver-lake-over-rossville

3A Semi-Final Football Game

Nov 16, '12 11:47 AM by Frank for everyone

    Seems like Deju Vu all over again.  Rossville and Silver Lake playing  in the State 3A semi-finals?  Have we seen this before?  Well, yes, according to this lengthy cjonline article that recounts the many times over the years.  

    And,  we will see it one more time this Friday night at Silver Lake at 7:00.

http://cjonline.com/sports/2012-11-14/3a-playoffs-silver-lake-rossville-familiar-spot

Mid-East All-League Volleyball Team

Nov 16, '12 11:38 AM by Frank for everyone

First team

Janeigh Dantzson, sr., Rossville; Kylee Dewey, sr., Silver Lake; Cara Flach, so., Wabaunsee; Jayna Flach, jr., Wabaunsee; Ashlyn Lane, jr., Silver Lake; Kelsey Plummer, jr., Rock Creek; Alyssa Schultejans, so., Silver Lake; Megan Srna, sr., Rock Creek; Patty Thomas, sr., St. Marys; Katelyn Thomson, jr., Riley County; Taylor White, fr., Silver Lake; Lexi Zlatnik, sr., Rossville.

Honorable mention

Bree Busch, sr., Riley County; Sam Capoun, sr., Wabaunsee; Kallie Fischer, jr., Silver Lake; Taylor Kirk, so., Rossville; Mandy Michaelis, so., Wabaunsee; Mallory Mitchell, so., St. Marys; Taylor Oliver, jr., Riley County.

Cole Brecheisen Signs LOI

Nov 15, '12 7:45 AM by Frank for everyone

    RHS Senior Cole Brecheisen has signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) to play baseball for Pittsburgh State this coming year.  

	Rossville Advances to Semi-finals.	Nov 9, '12 11:18 PM by Frank for everyone

     Rossville advanced to the semi-finals once again with a 17-7 win over Colgan on Friday night in Rossville.    They will challenge Silver Lake  for a trip to the state championship game. 

The other quarterfinal results were:

Silver Lake 40, Caney 0

Scott City 49, Garden Plain 0

Beloit 52, Sedgwick 24

For a complete description of the Rossville-Colgan game,  go to:

http://cjonline.com/sports/2012-11-09/rossville-moves-3a-playoffs

Dawgs and Colgan-Pittsburg Play Friday

Nov 8, '12 8:59 AM by Frank for everyone

    The Dawgs (10-1) face Colgan (8-3),  a perreniel 2A power that has moved up to 3A this year, on Friday night on the Rossville home field.  The Dawgs have been in the playoffs for 11 straight years and have reached the semi-finals in six of those years.  But getting past the quarter-finals and into the semi-final,  where they will likely face Silver Lake again,  will be a tough chore as evidenced by Colgan's two playoff victories so far this fall.   Rossville is slightly favored by the Capital-Journal to make it to the semi-finals once again.  

    A nice article about the two teams can be read at:  

http://cjonline.com/sports/2012-11-07/rossville-foe-colgan-new-3a-not-playoff-success

    The winner of this game will face the winner of the Silver Lake-Caney Valley game on Friday, Nov. 16.

    The complete bracket for the playoffs is at: http://030b577.netsolhost.com/cik/docs/Brackets/Football/3A_2012.pdf

Cleo Pearl Passes Away

Nov 8, '12 1:22 AM by Frank for everyone

    Former Rossville resident Cleo Winsor Pearl, age 82, passed away Nov. 5 in Ft. Collins, CO.

    Cleo was born Sep;t. 5, 1930 in Eskridge and moved to St. Marys where she later met and married John "Jakc" Pearl in 1951,

    Upon retirement in 1985, they moved to their family home NW of Rossville.  After Jack's passing away in 1991,  Cleo maintained two homes,  the family farm in Rossville and a second home in Loveland, CO., until 2003 when she sold the farmhouse formerly known as Buttermilk Station and Neddo's Hotel.  

    A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 3:00 on Monday, Nov. 12, 2012 at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in St. Marys with burial at the Mount Calvary Cemetery.  She will lie in state at Piper Funeral Home after 6:00 PM Sunday,  Nov. 11.

    For the complete obituary and to leave condolences or memorials,  go to:

http://www.piperfuneralhome.com/sitemaker/sites/piperf0/obit.cgi?user=797506Pearl

Rossville Township Election Results

Nov 8, '12 1:05 AM by Frank for everyone

Results of the Tuesday election for Rossville township officers were:

Trustee   Total Votes       686

Dianne Dick      665

Write-in Votes   21

Treasurer   Total Votes       693

Jeff Wehner      681

Write-in Votes    12

Rossville Advances With OT Win Over Sabetha

Nov 4, '12 7:20 AM by Frank for everyone

    Rossville was down by 13,  but were able to come back to force their second round playoff game into overtime.  Striking first with a TD,  Sabetha came right back to also put one on the board.  However,  they attempted a 2 point conversion which failed to give the Dawgs a victory and chance to next play Colgan.

    A complete description of the game is at:

http://cjonline.com/sports/2012-11-03/rossville-recovers-13-0-deficit-beat-sabetha

3A Football Brackets

Oct 31, '12 8:34 AM by Frank for everyone

    For the complete 3A football brackets,  go to:

http://030b577.netsolhost.com/cik/docs/Brackets/Football/3A_2012.pdf

    If Silver Lake and the Dawgs continue to win,  they will meet in the state semi-final.  

Dawgs Dominate Pleasant Ridge 41-0

Oct 31, '12 7:54 AM by Frank for everyone

    The Dawgs scored on their very first play from scrimmage and racked up 34 points in the first half enroute to a 41-0 victory over Pleasant Ridge on Tuesday evening.  

    Nick Ressor started the scoring with a 72 yard ramble on the first play. The Dawgs broke the game open in the second quarter asDalton Catron added three rushing TDs and Marcus Dalton returned a fumble 15 yards for another TD to jump to the 34 point half-time lead.  Nick Ressor added another pass reception  TD in the third.  

    For all the game details,  go to:

http://cjonline.com/sports/2012-10-30/rossville-dominates-pleasant-ridge-41-0

    The Dawgs (9-1) next face the Sabetha Blue Jays on Saturday.    The Blue Jays (5-5) knocked off Riley County 28-8 in their playoff round on Tuesday and should present a challenge for the Dawgs.  

Football Game Capsule for Tue.

Oct 30, '12 9:24 AM by Frank for everyone

From the Tue Capital-Journal

PLEASANT RIDGE (4-5) AT ROSSVILLE (8-1) — Rossville’s only loss came to Mid-East League rival Silver Lake, 32-12, and the Bulldogs won a wild shootout with St. Marys 49-36 to clinch the district title. Dalton Catron threw for 287 yards and four touchdown and has 1,394 yards this season. Pleasant Ridge knocked off Atchison County 28-20 behind freshman Nick Holmes, who ran and threw for a touchdown and had two interceptions on defense.

Dawgs Begin Football Playoffs Tuesday

Oct 28, '12 10:34 AM by Frank for everyone

    The playoffs for the 3A football championship begin Tue. night (Oct. 30) for the 32 qualifying teams. The Dawgs will entertain Pleasant Ridge on the home field and if they win,  as expected,  will then play the winner of the Sabetha-Riley County match-up on Oct. 3.

    Other games of interest include Saint Marys at Silver Lake, Sabetha at Riley County and Wabaunsee at Linden in 2A.  

Cross Country Regional

Oct 26, '12 9:43 AM by Frank for everyone

    Rossville came in 8th of the 13 teams competing at the 3A Regional Cross-Country meet.  Riley Co,, Sabetha and Silver Lake will advance to the State meet.  Clayton Rubio came up just short of a spot at the state meet finishing 13th  with a time of 18:57.

    The final standings at the regional were:      Riley County 74, Sabetha 88, Silver Lake 89, Hiawatha, 108, Nemaha Valley 135, Minneapolis 155, Beloit 169, Rossville 217, Pleasant Ridge 219, Horton 224, Riverside 270, Marysville 273, Atchison County 376.

Rossville Wins Football District

Oct 26, '12 9:08 AM by Frank for everyone

Rossville defeated St. Marys 49-36 Thursday night to complete district play with a 3-0 district record.  St. Marys  placed second in the district and will also advance to the bi-district playoffs.  

Rossville (8-1)     14     13     14     8   =   49

St. Marys (4-5)    16       8       6      6   =   36

Rossville  scoring:

Horak - (3), 15 yd pass from Catron, 75 yd pass from Catron, 13 yd pass from Catron 

Reesor - 10 yd run 

Catron  - 1 yd run 

Horak - 2 yd run 

PAT  -  Hartshorn 4 Kicks; Davis pass from Catron.

District 4 Standings

Oct 25, '12 7:14 AM by Frank for everyone

Class 3A, District 4

    The Rossville and St. Marys football teams have each clinched a playoff spot by virtue of their

2-0 records.  The two schools play this Thursday night at Rossville  to determine the district champion.

                                Dist. W/L   OverAll       Pts. For  Pts. Ag.      Dist. Pts.

Rossville                   2-0                7-1                251         106                +26

St. Marys                  2-0                4-4               278         184                 +26

Mission Valley       0-2                 4-4               195         251                  -26

Council Grove        0-2                 3-5                163         271                 -26

Clarence Martinek Passes Away

Oct 24, '12 11:49 PM by Frank for everyone

    Clarence Joe Martinek, 86, of Topeka, passed away at his home, Sun., October 21, 2012.     Clarence was born Nov. 20, 1925, in Rossville to Steven A. and Mary (Bravens) Martinek. 

    He married Betty Bond January 17, 1948 at Holy Name Church. She survives. He was preceded in death by three children, Daniel Martinek, Cindy Scott and Mark Martinek and his great-grandson, Jacob Cain. 

    He co-founded Martinek & Flynn Siding and Windows in 1957. Clarence had assisted people with their taxes for 63 years beginning his sophomore year in college. He hunted and fished as a younger man, but was most known to be a hard worker. 

    Survivors include his wife of almost 65 years, Betty Martinek, Topeka; their children, Deb Flynn (Rick), Darrell Martinek (Brenda) and Tina Hunter (Shane); 20 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. 

    Family will greet friends Wed. at Mater Dei Holy Name Catholic Church from 4 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. with a prayer service at 6:30 p.m. followed by family sharing memories. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m., Thurs. at Mater Dei Holy Name Catholic Church. Memorial contributions may be sent to Mater Dei Parish, Midland Hospice, or Helping Hands Humane Society sent in care of Kevin Brennan Family Funeral Home, 2801 SW Urish Rd, Topeka KS 66614. Online condolences may be sent to www.kevinbrennanfamily.com 

Damian & Jami Hays Have A Boy

Oct 21, '12 6:54 PM by Frank for everyone

Damian and Jami Hays of Rossville are the proud parents of a new baby boy born in Topeka at the Women and Birth Center on Oct. 20.  

Rossville Rolls Past Council Grove

Oct 20, '12 7:35 AM by Frank for everyone

Rossville picked up an easy District win over Council Grove, 56-0, on Friday night.

Rossville                   (7-1)     14     14     21     7   =   56

Council Grove        (3-5)       0        0      0     0   =     0

Rossville scoring: 

Reesor (4), 25 run, 13 run, 35 run, 13 run 

Hammer (1) 76 pass from Catron 

Catron (1) 1 run 

Horak (1) 80 pass from Catron 

Hartshorn (1)  33 interception 

PAT:   Hartshorn 4 Kicks; Mueller 2 Kicks; Olson 2 Kicks.

Scott Kelsey Passes Away

Oct 15, '12 2:54 PM by Frank for everyone

Scott Winfield Kelsey, 92, of Edmond, Oklahoma, formerly of Rossville, Kansas, passed away October 12, 2012 with his family at his side.

Scott was born in Topeka, Kansas on August 29, 1920. He was the son of Scott and Iva Carothers Kelsey. He graduated from Topeka High School in 1938 and from Kansas State University in 1942 with a degree in agriculture.  He was a farmer and farmed with his dad and two brothers in the Oakland, Silver Lake and Rossville communities. He married Faye Townsend on February 19, 1943.  They would have celebrated their 70^th wedding anniversary in February 2013.

He was active in many organizations in the Rossville community and was a member of the Rossville United Methodist Church for over 50 years. He was also an integral part of getting the new church built in 1992. He was a member of Topeka Lodge No. 17, Topeka Scottish Rite bodies, Arab Shrine, Topeka chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution and past president of the Kansas Society of Sons of the American Revolution. After his retirement, he volunteered for the V.I.T.A. program of the Internal Revenue Service for 17 years.

In 2007, at the age of 87, he and Faye moved to a retirement center in Edmond, Oklahoma.  They made many new friends and continued to be involved in many activities. He was a faithful member of Crossings Community Church in Oklahoma City, where everyone knew he would be sitting in the 5^th pew by the left aisle at the 9:30 service every Sunday morning!

Scott was predeceased by his parents and his brothers Dick and Sam.  He is survived by his wife, Faye, of 69 years; daughter, Linda Kelsey Wise, Edmond, OK; son, Douglas Kelsey (Darlynn), Honolulu, Hawaii; grandchildren, Shandy Condie, Gilbert, AZ; Jereme Wise, Leander, Texas, Heidi Reeder, Edmond, OK; Leisha Johns, Queen’s Creek, AZ; and Ja’NeyMesquitta, Boston, Massachusetts and 7 great-grandchildren, Logan Johns, Jackson Condie, Jacob Condie, Keelie Wise, Ella Jane Reeder, Grady Reeder and Georgia Mesquitta.

David Millenbruch (76) Passes Away

Oct 15, '12 12:54 PM by Frank for everyone

    David C. Millenbruch, 53, died at his home in Maple Hill, Wednesday, October 10, 2012. 

    He graduated from Rossville High and was employed by Goodyear Tire in Topeka.

    David was preceded in death by his mother Louise M. Millenbruch on March 28, 2008.

    Among survivors include his children, Joseph, Marcel, Ambrose and Elisabeth; his father Mim Millenbruch; sisters Rita Hansfor and Evelyne Armstrong. 

    Requiem Mass will be at 10:00 A.M. Monday, October 15, 2012 at St. John Vianney Catholic Church in Maple Hill. Mr. Millenbruch will lie in state after 6:00 P.M. Sunday, October 14, 2012 at Piper Funeral Home in St. Marys where there will be a rosary recited at 7:00 P.M. Interment will be at the Marysville Cemetery, Marysville, KS. at 2:00 P.M. Monday.

    Memorial contributions may be made in David's name and sent in care of Piper Funeral Home, 714 Maple, St. Marys, KS. 66536. Online condolences may be sent to www.piperfuneralhome.com.

Duane Zlatnik (07) in KC Star Article

Oct 13, '12 10:37 AM by Frank for everyone

  Here is a recent KC Star article about Duane Zlatnik, Rossville, and the rivalry between KU and KSU.

http://www.kansascity.com/2012/10/04/3850547/kansans-understand-roots-of-sunflower.html#storylink=misearch

Dawgs Roll Over Mission Valley

Oct 13, '12 9:07 AM by Frank for everyone

    The RHS football team  easily took care of Mission Valley on Oct. 12 with a 42-0 victory.

Mid-East League Football Standings for Oct. 13

Oct 13, '12 9:04 AM by Frank for everyone

Mid-East League Standings as of Oct. 13:

Silver Lake                   5-0       7-0

Rossville                      3-1       6-1

Rock Creek                  2-2       5-2

St. Marys                       2-2       3-4

Riley County                1-2        3-4

Wabaunsee                 0-5        0-5

Games Played on Oct. 12 by Mid-East teams:

Riley County 28, Nemaha Valley 12

Rock Creek 35, Marysville 0

Rossville 42, Mission Valley 0

Silver Lake 55, Pleasant Ridge 0

St. Marys 47, Council Grove 0

Golf Team Regional Results

Oct 9, '12 10:59 AM by Frank for everyone

Girls Golf team Regional Results

    The RHS girls finished fourth of seven teams at the Regional and thus did not qualify for the state tournament as a team.  Sidney Marney's second place finish did qualify her for the state tourney as an individual.

Bennington 429, Silver Lake 439, Council Grove 452, Rossville 457, West Franklin 475, Osage City 613, St. Marys 654.

INDIVIDUAL RESULTS

1. Alderman, CG, 93; 2. Marney, RHS, 95*; 3. Athon, SL, 99; 4. Barr, CG, 102; 5. Grant, SL, 104; 6. Garrison, BHS, 105; 7. Holder, SL, 106; 8T. B. Scheele, Benn., 107; 8T. M. Scheele, Benn., 107; 10. Mann, Benn., 110; 11. Criqui, CG, 112; 12. Renfro, WF, 112; 13. Snethen, WF, 118; 14. Van Druff, RHS, 19; 15. Crow, RHS, 119.

Harold Irwin Passes Away

Oct 6, '12 8:18 AM by Frank for everyone

    Harold O. Irwin, 93, Alma, formerly of Rossville passed away Thursday, October 4, 2012 at the Alma Manor. 

    He was born August 30, 1919 in Jefferson County the son of the late Wm. B. and Alice Ertel Irwin. Mr. Irwin had lived in Rossville most of his life and had been an auto mechanic, welder and owned Harold's Machine Shop in Topeka. He was a member of the Rossville United Methodist Church. 

    He was married to Mildred P. Newman on June 5, 1941. She preceded him in death on May 7, 1997. Harold was also preceded in death by an infant daughter, Cathy Sue and a son, Harold E. Gene Irwin; a brother and 2 sisters. 

    On February 14, 2001 he was united in marriage to Twila Corbin. Survivors include his wife Twila of the home; a daughter Sharon Kay (Steve) Fannin; a brother, Wm. E. (Mary) Irwin; 9 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren and 22 great-great- grandchildren. 

    Funeral services will be at 1:00 P.M. Monday, October 8, 2012 at the Rossville United Methodist Church. Interment will be in the Rossville Cemetery. Mr. Irwin will lie in state an hour before service time on Monday at the church. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Grace Hospice and sent in care of Piper Funeral Chapel, P.O. Box 642, Rossville, KS. 66533. Online condolences may be sent to www.piperfuneralhome.com.

Silver Lake Takes Mid-East Football Crown

Oct 6, '12 8:06 AM by Frank for everyone

    Number 2 ranked Silver Lake clinched the Mid-East League championship for the 8th straight year as they dominated the Dawgs on Friday night in a 32-12 conclusion of the annual War on 24.

    There is a detailed account of the game at:

http://cjonline.com/sports/2012-10-05/silver-lake-rolls-6-0-tops-rossville-32-12

Capital Article About RHS Victory

Oct 5, '12 9:20 AM by Frank for everyone

    The Capital has a nice article about Rossville's "come from behind" victory over Rock Creek last Friday night.  Behind 33-14 at the start of the 4th quarter,  the Dawgs put three TDs on the board before the final whistle.

http://cjonline.com/sports/2012-10-04/rossville-rides-comeback-momentum-war-24

Duane Zlatnik (07) Newspaper Article

Oct 3, '12 5:09 PM by Frank for everyone

    Here is a nice article about KU offensive lineman Duane Zlatnik and his recent visit to his home town of Rossville.

http://cjonline.com/sports/2012-10-03/sunflower-showdown-hits-home-kus-zlatnik

Silver Lake Invitational Golf Tournament

Oct 3, '12 9:26 AM by Frank for everyone

    Sydney Marney captured first place for individual honors at the Silver Lake Invitational Golf Tourney with a 41 and led the RHS team to a third place finish.    The nine hole tournament was played Oct. 1 at the Cypress Ridge GC.

    The team scores were:  Hayden 193, Jeff West 198, Rossville 211, Silver Lake 212, Seaman 218, Holton 231, Santa Fe Trail 235, West Franklin 242, St. Marys 285.

    The details are available at:  http://www.kawvalley.k12.ks.us/schools/rhs/athletics/girls_golf/12/12_slinv.pdf

Mitch Buhler (11) Leads W. U. in Win

Sep 30, '12 8:13 AM by Frank for everyone

    The 20th ranked Washburn Icabods bounced back from last week's loss to defeat the Bearcats 42-12.  Starting Icabod QB Mitch Buhler was 7 of 21 for 57 yards 

http://cjonline.com/sports/2012-09-29/washburn-shuts-down-bearcats-42-14

Phil Quinn Publishes Book

Sep 30, '12 8:04 AM by Frank for everyone

From the Capital-Journal of Sept. 30

     Phil Quinn, a Rossville resident and softball coach at Wamego High School,  has written "Release Point," a book about two girls who are rivals in the competitive environment of fast-pitch softball. They collide during a game as pre-teens, leaving one of them injured and unable to compete for several years. The uninjured girl becomes a star on her high school team. The other girl works in her family's barn and develops into an amazing pitcher, who tries to make a comeback her junior year on a team that has had several losing seasons.

House Fire in Rossville

Sep 30, '12 8:01 AM by Frank for everyone

From the Capital-Journal of Sept. 30

Area fire crews battled a blaze at a house Saturday night in Rossville in which two children were able to

escape unharmed.

Silver Lake and Rossville firefighters were dispatched at 7:14 p.m. to 414 Pine Street in Rossville on a report of a fire that possibly was electrical in nature.

The first emergency personnel arrived on scene 2 minutes later and reported smoke was visible. The first fire apparatus arrived at 7:21 p.m. and reported flames were visible, according to Shawnee County dispatch.

A Shawnee County emergency dispatcher said two children were inside the home at the time of the fire but were able to make it out OK.

The fire was declared out at 8:50 p.m.

The Shawnee County Sheriff’s Office asked the local chapter of the American Red Cross to provide relief for two adults and four children.

The single-story home is owned by Michael Failer, according to Shawnee County appraiser records. The property was valued at $66,250.

Mid-East Football Standings

Sep 29, '12 12:18 PM by Frank for everyone

    In other Mid-East league action on Sept. 28,  Silver Lake took care of St. Marys 27-6 to remain on top of the league beside Rossville, both with unblemished records.

    Riley County beat Wabaunsee 48-16 in the other league game.

    Mid-East League Standings as of Sept. 29:

Silver Lake              4-0       5-0

Rossville                 3-0       5-0

Rock Creek             2-2       3-2

St. Marys                  1-2       2-3

Riley County            1-2       1-4

Wabaunsee             0-5       0-5

Dawgs With Close Win Over Rock Creek

Sep 29, '12 10:55 AM by Frank for everyone

    The Dawgs had a close call but prevailed over the Rock Creek football team with a 36-33 victory to remain in the unbeaten ranks.

    

Beverley Ann Gentry Passes Away

Sep 28, '12 6:57 PM by Frank for everyone

    Beverly Ann Gentry, 75, passed away on Thursday, September 27, 2012 at Stormont Vail Hospital in Topeka. 

    She was born Jan. 15, 1937 at Sabetha, was raised in Centrailia and moved to Topeka where she graduated from Topeka High.    She lived in Rossville for many years after marrying Billy G. Gentry June 12, 1955 and raised sons Rick, Ron, Steve, and Chad.   

    Funeral services will be at 10:00 A.M. Monday, October 1, 2012 at the Rossville Christian Church. Interment will be in the Rossville Cemetery. She will lie in state and the family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 P.M. Sunday at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to the Rossville Christian Church and sent in care of Piper Funeral Home, 714 Maple St, St. Marys, KS. 66536.

    To see her complete obituary or leave condolences,  go to: http://www.piperfuneralhome.com/sitemaker/sites/piperf0/obit.cgi?user=745425Gentry

RHS Theatre to Present Aladdin

Sep 28, '12 2:34 PM by Frank for everyone

    On Saturday,  October 20th,  the RHS Theatre players will be performing, "Aladdin".

The show will be at @ 7:00pm,

Royal Valley Cross Country

Sep 27, '12 8:20 AM by Frank for everyone

     The combined Rossville and St. Marys girls cross country team competed as "Kaw Valley" at the Royal Valley Invitational and finished in second place.  The team was  led by a third-place finish from Sophie Dalmasso (16:41).  Mattie Swisher added a sixth (17:07) and Amanda Hurtig was 12th (17:41).  

    Clayton Rubio narrowly missed the top 10 for the boys team, taking 12th.

Girls Golf Team at Jeff West Invitational

Sep 25, '12 9:38 AM by Frank for everyone

JEFFERSON WEST INVITATIONAL GOLF TOURNEY

TEAM SCORES:  Hayden 364, Jeff West 376, Holton 387, Rossville 426, Seaman 431, Santa Fe Trail 456.

TOP INDIVIDUALS

1. Kyrstie Miller, Hol, 83; 2. Ally West, JW, 84; 3. Abbie Thelen, JW, 85; 4. Madison Krull, SH, 88; 5. Claire Setter, Hay, 89; 6. Sydney Marney, Ross, 89; 7. Madison Rezac, Hay, 91; 8. Becca Townsend, Hay, 91; 9. Morgan Gales, Hay, 93; 10. Kelsey Edwards, SH, 93; 11. Kennedy Dinkel, Hay, 95; 12. Grace Kinman, Hay, 96; 13. Sam Herring, Hol, 96; 14. Haley Rhule, Hol, 99; 15. Allie Deiter, JW, 100.

3A Football Rankings for Week Four

Sep 24, '12 12:12 AM by Frank for everyone

Team,          Prev Rank, Record

1. Conway Springs (1) ... 4-0

2. Silver Lake           (2) ... 4-0

3. Scott City              (3) ... 4-0

4. Garden Plain        (4) ... 4-0

5. Beloit                   (NR) ... 4-0

Others — Atchison County 4-0, Caney Valley 3-1, Colgan 3-1, Galena 4-0, Hiawatha 3-1, Hillsboro 4-0, Holcomb 3-1, Neodesha 3-1, Norton 3-1, Phillipsburg 4-0, Riverside 4-0, Rock Creek 3-1, Rossville 4-0, Sacred Heart 3-1, Sedgwick 3-1, SE-Cherokee 3-1.

Seele and Leinwetter in 5K Run

Sep 24, '12 12:08 AM by Frank for everyone

    Rossville residents Chris Seele and Myron Leinwetter both placed high in the Race Against Cancer 5K run in Topeka on Saturday.   

Men,  20-24 age group:   

1. Kevin Nincehelser, Olathe, 22:22; 

2. Chris Seele, Rossville, 22:26; 

3. Michael Swoboda, Topeka, 22:42.

Men,  55-59 age group:  

1. Myron Leinwetter, Rossville, 21:41; 

2. Dariel Ortiz, Topeka, 21:44; 

3. Karl Gunnerson, Topeka, 21:51.

Leo (57) and Sue Badura celebrate 40th

Sep 23, '12 9:24 AM by Frank for everyone

    Leo and Sue Badura of Rossville will celebrate their 40th anniversary on Sunday,  Sept. 30th  with an Open House at the Citizen Potawatomi Nation building from 2:00 to 4:00.

    Hosts for the event will be their children and grandchildren:  Cathy and Scott Hammer, Derek, Kyle and Tagen; Daren and Danielle Bbadura, Trevor and Bryan; Chad and Judy Badure, Kylee, Kaleb and Kameron.  

    Friends and family are invited.  The couple requests "no gifts."  

    Leo retired from Railway Ice in Topeka after 42 years and retired from farming in 2008.  

    Sue worked at the St. Marys Manor for 11 years and has been  employed by Midland Care for the last 12 years.  

    Leo and Sue were married Sept. 27, 1972 at the Rossville Presbyterian Church.

Washburn Has First Loss Of Season

Sep 23, '12 9:05 AM by Frank for everyone

    Former RHS QB Mitch Buhler (11) was 23 of 48 for 368 yards,  but he also had  two interceptions, numerous dropped passes and the Washburn U. football team committed untimely penalties in a 35-20 upset loss to Central Oklahoma on Saturday.

    For details of the game,  go to:   http://cjonline.com/sports/2012-09-22/mistakes-doom-ichabods-upset-loss-uco

Dawgs Notch Football Victory Over Riley Co.

Sep 22, '12 9:21 AM by Frank for everyone

    The Dawgs defeated Riley County on Sept. 21 by a 27 to 14 score.

Rossville (4-0)               7     14     0     6    =     27

Riley County (0-4)      6        0     8     0    =     14

Rossville  scoring:   Catron (2), 2 yd run, 3 yd run; Horak (2), 83 yd run, pass from Catron. PAT — Hartshorn 3 Kicks.

Riley County scoring:   Chavis 60 yd run; Brazzle 18 yd pass from Chavis. PAT — Chavis run.

		Eagles Nip Dawgs in Volleyball	Sep 19, '12 9:43 AM by Frank for everyone

    The Silver Lake Eagles defeated the RHS volleyball team in two matches on Tuesday, Sept. 18, by scores of 25-15, 25-19 and then 25-7, 25-14.

Mark & Aprilly Oberkrom Have a Boy

Sep 18, '12 4:23 AM by Frank for everyone

    Mark and Aprilly Oberkrom of Rossville are the proud parents of a new baby boy born  Sept. 17 at Stormont-Vail.

3A Top Five Football Rankings.

Sep 17, '12 9:28 AM by Frank for everyone

    There were no changes this week in the Capital-Journal's Top Five in 3-A Football.   All were 3-0 in this young season and relatively untested thus far.  Rossville, by virtue of its 3-0 record was listed among "others."

1. Conway Springs (1)          

2. Silver Lake (2)                   

3. Scott City (3) 

4. Garden Plain (4) 

5. Rock Creek (5) 

Mitch Buhler (11) Leads W.U. To Third Win

Sep 16, '12 10:28 AM by Frank for everyone

    Washburn QB Mitch Buhler was 16/32 with one int. for a total of  169 yards as the Ichabods defeated Northeastern 24-20 on Sat. 

    For details of the game,  go to:  http://cjonline.com/sports/2012-09-15/connors-saves-game-ichabods.

Carol Schott Passes Away

Sep 16, '12 10:13 AM by Frank for everyone

   Carol Jean Schott, 74, passed away Thursday, September 13, 2012 at her home in Rossville. 

    She was born August 21, 1938 at Oak, NE, the daughter of Carl and Hazel Comstock Striggow. She grew up in Nebraska and graduated from Nelson High School, Nelson, NE, in 1956. She had lived in the Rossville community since 1977. 

    Mrs. Schott was a bookkeeper and had worked at the Rossville Grain Company and later for the Shawnee Terminal Elevator in Topeka. She was a member of the Topeka Reformed Presbyterian Church. 

    Jean was preceded in death by her parents, a brother, Charles Striggow and a son-in-law, Philip Taylor. On October 14, 1956 she was united in marriage to Donald Eugene Gene Schott at Oak, NE. He survives of the home. Other survivors include three daughters, Tracey Taylor and Tami Eustice, both of Rossville, and Teresa (Brad) Holmer, Silver Lake; her siblings, Bonnie Colgrove, Salina, Allen Striggow, Lacey, WA, Mona Hansen and Shirley Jacobitz, both of Hastings, NE, June Andelt, Crete, NE, and Larry Striggow, Superior, NE; grandchildren, Chris (Kristin) Eustice, Stephen (Jacy) Taylor, Rachel Taylor, Jenni Holmer and Derek Holmer; great-grandchildren, Anthony, Jordan, Tucker, Trey and Taylynn.    

     Funeral services will be at 1:00 P.M. Thursday, September 20, 2012 at the Topeka Reformed Presbyterian Church. Interment will be in the Rossville Cemetery. Mrs. Schott will lie in state after 2:00 P.M. Wednesday,September 19, 2012 at Piper Funeral Chapel in Rossville, where the family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 P.M. Memorial contributions may be made to Midland Hospice or Topeka Reformed Presbyterian Church and sent in care of the Piper Funeral Chapel, P.O. Box 642, Rossville, Kansas 66533. Online condolences may be sent to www.piperfuneralhome.com. 

Rossville Invitational Volleyball

Sep 16, '12 10:09 AM by Frank for everyone

Results of the Rossville Invitational Volleyball Tournament Sat., Sept. 15

Pool A

De Soto def. Rossville 25-20, 25-9

Holton def. Royal Valley 25-19, 25-10

Holton def. Rossville 25-17, 25-18

De Soto def. Royal Valley 25-11, 25-12

Holton def. De Soto 30-28, 25-21

Rossville def. Royal Valley 25-20, 25-16

POOL B

El Dorado def. Oskaloosa 25-21, 25-9

Wamego def. El Dorado 25-11, 25-19

Sacred Heart def. Oskaloosa 25-9, 25-16

Wamego def. Sacred Heart 25-18, 25-12

Wamego def. Oskaloosa 25-5, 25-18

Sacred Heart def. El Dorado 23-25, 25-18, 25-20

POOL C

Tonganoxie def. Ottawa def. 15-25, 25-23, 25-14

Circle def. Clay Center 25-19, 25-12

Tonganoxie def. Clay Center 25-19, 27-25

Ottawa def. Circle 25-23, 25-20

Ottawa def. Clay Center 17-25, 25-13, 29-27

Circle def. Tonganoxie 25-13, 25-19

CONSOLATION

Rossville def. Oskaloosa 25-22, 25-13

Clay Center def. Royal Valley 25-19, 25-6

SINGLE-ELIMINATION

Holton def. El Dorado 25-18, 25-13

Ottawa def. Sacred Heart 25-17, 22-25, 25-21

Wamego def. Tonganoxie 25-4, 24-26, 25-12

Circle def. De Soto 19-25, 29-27, 26-24

SEMIFINALS

Wamego def. Circle 25-10, 25-20

Holton def. Ottawa 25-27, 25-17, 25-14

THIRD PLACE

Ottawa def. Circle 25-20, 25-23

CHAMPIONSHIP

Holton def. Wamego 25-18, 25-9

Rossville Defeats Wabaunsee 36-8

Sep 15, '12 9:38 AM by Frank for everyone

Rossville       (3-0)      9     21     6     0   =   36

Wabaunsee  (0-3)      0      0      0     8   =      8

Rossville scoring:   Horak (3), 3 run, 23 pass from Catron, 10 pass from Catron; Catron 58 punt return;  Hartshorn 9 pass from Catron;Team  safety. PAT:   Hartshorn 4 Kicks.

Wabaunsee scoring:   Johnson 32 pass from Flach. PAT:    Mayer pass from Flach.

Volleyball Team at Manhattan Triangular

Sep 14, '12 6:42 AM by Frank for everyone

    The RHS Volleyball team competed in the Manhattan Triangular which was won by Manhattan.  The Dawgs defeated Clay Center 25-22,26-24 but lost to Manhattan 17-25,14-25.

Zlatnik and Pletcher Homecoming Royalty

Sep 12, '12 9:32 AM by Frank for everyone

 

    Homecoming Queen and King for the Sept. 7 Homecoming festivities were Lexi Alatnik and Jacob Pletcher.

Dawgs Get 14-7 Win Over Abilene

Sep 11, '12 10:32 AM by Frank for everyone

    The Dawgs scored twice in the first half and held Abilene scoreless until the last quarter to post a win in their homecoming game on Sept. 7.  Dalton Catron and T. Horak each scored on one yard runs and Taylor Hartshorn kicked the two PATs.

   The Dawgs rushed for 141 yard to Abilene's 148.   Abilene led in passing with 15/39 for 151 yards to the Dawgs Dalton Catron with  9/16 for 95 yards and two interceptions, but the Dawgs had 4 interceptions to stop Abilene drives.

    Dalton Catron led the Rossville rushing attack with 88 yards in 21 attempts.  Nick Reesor had 45 yards in 11 carries and T. Horak carried 5 times for 8 yards.   On the receiving end,  T. Horak led the team with 4 catches for 44 yards.  Morris had 2 receptions for 25 yards and Corbin Horak, Trace Davis and Nick Reesor each had one catch for 14, 11, and 2 yards respectively

    You can read more in this article:  http://cjonline.com/sports/2012-09-07/rossville-thwarts-wilson-abilene-14-7

RHS Girl Golfers Win West Franklin Invitational

Sep 11, '12 12:08 AM by Frank for everyone

    The RHS Girls Golf team was one of four entered in the West Franklin Invitational meet on Sept. 6 which was held at Lamont Hill Golf Club.   The RHS girls came in first with a score of 235, followed by Santa Fe Trail at 246, West Franklin at 258, and St. Marys at 285.  

    Sydney Marney came in first with ascore of 50,  a six stroke advantage over the second and third place finishers.  Other RHS individuals placing wre Makayla Crow, fifth with a 60,  Brooke Channel, sixth with a 61, and Staci Van Druff, 9th ith a 64.  Rachel Lord had a 73.  

Wamego Invitational Cross Country Meet

Sep 10, '12 11:54 PM by Frank for everyone

    The RHS Cross Country team combined with St. Marys as Kaw Valley in the Wamego Invitational meet on Sept. 8.  The combined team finished 12th of the 16 teams entered in 3A.   The complete results can be found at:

http://www.kawvalley.k12.ks.us/schools/rhs/athletics/crosscountry/12/12_wam-inv.pdf

Mitch Buhler (11) Leads WU to Another Win

Sep 10, '12 8:26 AM by Frank for everyone

    Former RHS QB Mitch Buhler led Washburn U. to a 45-20 victory over Ft. Hays State on Sat.  Mitch was 15 of 20 for 252 yards and 4 TDs. 

http://cjonline.com/sports/2012-09-09/washburn-offense-finds-its-rhythm

3A Football Rankings for Week Two

Sep 9, '12 7:35 PM by Frank for everyone

The top 5 football teams remain unchanged from Week One.

1. Conway Springs (1) ... 2-0

2. Silver Lake (2) ... 2-0

3. Scott City (3) ... 2-0

4. Garden Plain (4) ... 2-0

5. Rock Creek (5) ... 2-0

The Dawgs are one of 14 teams listed as "Others."

RHS Awaits Test with 4A Abilene

Sep 6, '12 8:57 PM by Frank for everyone

    The Dawgs handled 4A Chapman last Friday in good fashion.  But,  this Friday,  they face 4A Abilene which is a historically strong 4A team.   For a nice article about the Dawgs football team,  go to:

http://cjonline.com/sports/2012-09-06/rossville-eager-abilene-test

Mitch Buhler (11) Gets Second Start

Sep 6, '12 8:53 PM by Frank for everyone

    Former RHS QB Mitch Buhler will start his second game on Sat. when Washburn plays Ft. Hays State.The WU coach still plans to develop both QBs but Buhler will get the start and most of the snaps if all goes well.  For a nice writeup about Mitch,  go to:

http://cjonline.com/sports/2012-09-06/wu-notes-ichabods-stay-two-quarterback-approach

Volleyball Team at Emporia Quad

Sep 6, '12 11:49 AM by Frank for everyone

The RHS volleyball team competed in a quadrangular meet at Emporia High on Sept. 4 against much larger schools.  They were outmatched by Washburn Rural and lost their match to them by 8-25, 10-25 scores.  They kept Emporia High close but lost 19-25, 17-25.  But,  their match with Topeka High brought the season record to 4-4 as they  put the Trojans away with 25-17, 25-19 scores.

Abilene Predicted to Win at Rossville Homecoming

Sep 6, '12 8:14 AM by Frank for everyone

   The Capital Journal computer has picked Abilene as a 1.2 point favorite over the Dawgs for their Sept. 7 Homecoming game at Rossville.   Picking a winner for a game with  closely matched teams after one game of the season seems a bit questionable, but that is what newspapers and fans do.

    To see how other Mid-East teams are expected to fare,  go to:  

http://cjonline.com/sports/2012-09-05/computerized-prep-football-picks

Homecoming Celebration Sept. 7

Sep 6, '12 8:08 AM by Frank for everyone

    Homecoming will be celebrated this year on Sept. 7 when Abilene comes to town for the Friday night football game.  There will be a parade at 2:00 PM and the crowning of the Homecoming King and Queen will take place prior to the game at 6:30.   The King candidates are Tyler Day, Dalton Catron, Kyle Hammer and Jacob Pletcher.    The Queen candidates are Kaylee Brown, Ramsey Miller, Taylor Tomson and Lexi Zlatnik.    

Abilene Is Homecoming Opponent on Sept. 7

Sep 6, '12 7:56 AM by Frank for everyone

The Dawgs entertain Abilene on this Friday, Sept. 7 for HOMECOMING.  The Capital-Journal computers have picked Abilene as a 1.2 point favorite.    The accuracy of picking winners based on a one game season thus far would seem questionable.    To check on other teams of interest,  go to:

http://cjonline.com/sports/2012-09-05/computerized-prep-football-picks

	Cathy Foote Coaching at Wamego	Sep 5, '12 10:12 PM by Frank for everyone

 Former RHS volleyball coach Cathy Foote is finding success at Wamego after 21 years of leading the Dawgs to much success over those years.  

http://cjonline.com/sports/2012-09-05/ex-rossville-coach-foote-good-fit-wamego

Cross Country Team at Mission Valley

Sep 4, '12 2:54 PM by Frank for everyone

    The Dawgs competed in the Mission Valley Invitational Cross Country meet as part of the Kaw Valley team (RHS and SMHS combines).   The Kaw Valley team came in second.  The results can be read at:

http://www.kawvalley.k12.ks.us/schools/rhs/athletics/crosscountry/12/12_mv.pdf

John Miller Passes Away

Sep 5, '12 10:04 AM by Frank for everyone

    John C. Miller, 99, of Topeka, passed away Monday, September 3, 2012. John was born September 12, 1912, in the West Union community, son of Albert and Josephine (Wilson) Miller. He attended West Union grade school and graduated from Rossville High School.           John farmed in Shawnee & Wabaunsee County for all his life, until his health declined in 2008. 

    He was united in marriage to Violet Margaret McRoberts on February 19, 1938, and to this union, four children were born. John is survived by his four children, Donald D. (Betty) Miller, Ellen K. (Norman) Coyle, Ruth Dukart, and Albert L. (Carolyn) Miller, 21 grandchildren, 32 great-grandchildren, a sister, Ruby Hatch, and loving companion, Helen Conway. 

    He was preceded in death by three wives, a brother, two great-grandsons, and two great-granddaughters. 

    Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, September 8, 2012, at Dover Federated Church, Dover. Interment will follow at Dover Cemetery, Dover. John will lie in state after 2:00 p.m. Friday, September 7, 2012, at Penwell-Gabel Mid-Town Chapel, Topeka, where the family will greet friends from 5:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be directed to Dover Federated Church, PO Box 232, Dover, KS 66420, or Wabaunsee County Historical Society, PO Box 387, Alma, KS 66401. To leave the family a special message online, visit www.PenwellGabelTopeka.com. 

Harold Keener Passes Away

Sep 4, '12 10:22 AM by Frank for everyone

    Harold N. Keener, age 99, passed away Mach 9, 2012.  He was born Aug. 22, 1912 in Rossville, KS, to Newton and Rene (Martin) Keener.

    He was preceeded in death by his wife Doris, one sister and one brother.

    He is survived by daughter Loretta Miles of Clay Center and son Larry Keener of Clay Center as well as five grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren.

    Interment was at Greenwood Cemetery in Clay Center.

Drug Arrest Near Delia

Sep 4, '12 9:45 AM by Frank for everyone

    Some local people arrested for drug possession in Jackson County.

http://cjonline.com/news/2012-09-03/jackson-county-arrests-four-methamphetamine

3A Football Rankings

Sep 2, '12 5:22 PM by Frank for everyone

    The first rankings of the football season have been published by the Capital-Jounal.  Rossville is not ranked,  but is among "others"  because of its first win.   The top five 3A teams ranked in order are Conway Springs, Silver Lake, Scott City, Garden Plain, and Rock Creek.  

Dawgs Start With Win

Aug 31, '12 11:56 PM by Frank for everyone

    The RHS football team started the season with a 28-12 victory at Chapman on Aug 31.

Volleyball Team Third at Prairie View

Aug 31, '12 7:37 PM by Frank for everyone

    The volleyball team took third place at the Prairie View Invitational by downing Humbolt 25-21 and 26-24.  They began the tourney with a 25-10, 25-23 win over Metro Academy but fell in three games to Burlington 12-25, 25-22, 21-25.  They then took care of host Prairie View 25-21, 21-25, 25-20 but fell to Wellsville 20-25, 20-25.   That put them into the match for third place against Humbolt.

    The team stands 3-2 at this juncture of the very young season.

RHS Cross Country Schedule and Roster

Aug 31, '12 7:24 PM by Frank for everyone

    The cross country team begins action at the Mission Valley Invitational on Aug. 30.  The complete schedule can be read at:

http://www.kawvalley.k12.ks.us/schools/rhs/athletics/Cross_Country.htm

    The team roster can be viewed at:

http://www.kawvalley.k12.ks.us/schools/rhs/athletics/crosscountry/12/Cross%20Country.pdf

RHS Volleyball Schedule & Roster

Aug 31, '12 7:21 PM by Frank for everyone

   The RHS girls kick off their volleyball season on Aug. 25 at the LaCygne-Prairie View Invitational. 

    See the complete schedule at:

http://www.kawvalley.k12.ks.us/schools/rhs/athletics/Volleyball.htm

   To view this year's roster,  go to:

http://www.kawvalley.k12.ks.us/schools/rhs/athletics/volleyball/12/HS%20Volleyball.pdf

RHS Football Roster and Schedule

Aug 30, '12 10:10 PM by Frank for everyone

   The Dawgs begin their 2012 football campaign on Aug. 31 with a road game at Chapman.

    For the full schedule,  go to:

http://www.kawvalley.k12.ks.us/schools/rhs/athletics/football.htm

   For the team roster,  go to:

http://www.kawvalley.k12.ks.us/schools/rhs/athletics/football/12/HS%20Football.pdf

Buhler Leads Icabods to Win

Aug 30, '12 10:06 PM by Frank for everyone

    Making his first college start, Washburn University quarterback Mitch Buhler from Rossville threw two touchdown passes to lead the Icabods  to a 24-14 victory over Nebraska-Kearney in an MIAA football game Thursday evening at Yager Stadium in Topeka.

    Mitch was 13 of 24 for 179 yards and threw a 14-yard touchdown pass to Matt Kobbeman and one of 6 yards  to Alec Stueber. 

http://cjonline.com/sports/2012-08-30/kevin-haskin-ichabods-prevail-without-star-wideout

Girls Golf Team Roster & Schedule

Aug 30, '12 11:27 AM by Frank for everyone

    The RHS Lady Dawgs golf team roster can be viewed at:

http://www.kawvalley.k12.ks.us/schools/rhs/athletics/girls_golf/12/HS%20Girls%20Golf.pdf

    The schedule for this year can be viewed at:

http://www.kawvalley.k12.ks.us/schools/rhs/athletics/girls_golf.htm

Golf Team at Cat Classic

Aug 30, '12 11:25 AM by Frank for everyone

    The RHS girls golf team competed in the Cat Classic on Aug. 29 coming in 7th of 9 teams competing.  Sydney Marney led the Dawgs with a 93 which was good for 4th place overall.  For details,  go to:  http://www.kawvalley.k12.ks.us/schools/rhs/athletics/girls_golf/12/2012%20Cat%

20Classic%20Final%20Results.pdf\

Mitch Buhler (11) Leads WU in Opener

Aug 30, '12 11:17 AM by Frank for everyone

    The Washburn U. Ichabods kick off their football season at 6:00 on Thursday, Aut. 30 on their home field.  Leading the team at quarterback (see  photo)  will be RHS standout Mitch Buhler who was pushed during the fall camp by Joel Piper,  a transfer from Butler County CC who is also expected to see action.

http://cjonline.com/sports/2012-08-29/qb-battle-bleeds-bods-opener

Mid-East League Football Team Capsules

Aug 29, '12 6:35 PM by Frank for everyone

    For info about the Dawgs and other Mid-East League football teams,  go to:

http://cjonline.com/sports/2012-08-29/prep-kickoff-mid-east-league-capsules

Naomi Sumner Passes Away

Aug 25, '12 12:43 PM by Frank for everyone

    Naomi R. Sumner, 86, passed away Friday, August 24, 2012 at the St. Marys Manor. 

    She was born February 21, 1926 at Delia, the daughter of Lindsay Vance “Lynn” and Emma Mullinix Keller. She grew up in the Delia community and graduated from Delia High School. 

    Mrs. Sumner was a nurse’s aide for nearly 20 years at the St. Marys Manor. Naomi was a member of the Rossville Bible Church. She was a past member of the Delia Presbyterian Church and the Rossville Christian Church. 

   Services for Naomi  will be at 10:00 A.M. Monday, August 27, 2012 at the Rossville Bible Church. Interment will be in the Delia Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 7:30 P.M. Sunday, August 26, 2012 at Piper Funeral Home in St. Marys.

    To read the complete obituary or or guestbook,  or  to leave condolences or a memorial,  go to:  http://piperfuneralhome.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=693997&page=profile

Golf Team at Jefferson West Inv.

Aug 25, '12 7:49 AM by Frank for everyone

    The RHS girls golf team came in sixth of eight teams at the Lake Perry Country Club on Aug 23 competing in the Jefferson West Invitational.  The teams and scores were:  Jefferson West 192, Seaman 206, Silver Lake 206, Spring Hill 207, Topeka High 221, Rossville 230, Santa Fe Trail 249, St. Marys 278.  

    Sidney Marney came in fifth individually with a 45.  Other members of the RHS team were Brooke Channel, Makayla Crow, and Staci Van Druff.

Marlene Kokenge Passes Away

Aug 19, '12 8:57 AM by Frank for everyone

     Marlene Ann Kokenge, 67, Rossville, passed away Thursday, August 16, 2012 surrounded by her family. 

    Marlene was the first child born to Wayne and Creta McMillan. She is survived by her husband Elmer; three children, Deanna, Larry and Chris; grandchildren, Deran and Krista; and her siblings, Richard, Alan and Kathy. 

    The family will receive well-wishers and condolences at a simple memorial service and reception to be held Monday, August 20th from 11AM to 1PM at Parish Center, 701 Main St., Rossville, KS. Memorial contributions may be made to Helping Hands Humane Society in Topeka. To leave a special message for the family visit www.dovecremation.com

Tall Corn Festival Article

Aug 13, '12 8:24 AM by Frank for everyone

    Here is a link to a brief article and video about the  Tall Corn Festival in Rossville over the Aug. 10-12 weekend. 

http://cjonline.com/news/2012-08-12/tall-corn-festival-races-and-pulls-close

Mitch Buhler (11) Battling For Starting Spot

Aug 8, '12 10:04 PM by Frank for everyone

    Washburn University  begins football practice Thursday,  Aug 9,  looking for a new quarterback.

    All-America quarterback Dane Simoneau graduated last Spring holding  nearly every school record and a runner-up finish for the Harlon Hill Trophy.    Coach Craig Schurig has a pair of  replacements,  and there will be a battle during the fall camp to determine this year's starter.

    Sophomore Mitch Buhler from Rossville and Butler Community College transfer Joel Piper emerged from spring practice in a dead heat.   Buhler saw some time last year as a true freshman behind Simoneau.  Piper also is a sophomore, redshirting one year at Butler and seeing limited action as a back-up last year.

    Fall camp will sort out who will be the starter and who will be the back-up,  though Coach Schurig has indicated that both might see considerable action.

    Washburn had a 10-3 record last year and gained an NCAA Division II playoff  berth.

Tall Corn Festival Schedule

Aug 8, '12 6:09 PM by Frank for everyone

Schedule of events at 2012 Tall Corn Festival

http://www.rossvillekansas.us/index.aspx?NID=176

Duane Zlatnik (08) Protects KU QB

Aug 6, '12 12:00 AM by Frank for everyone

    There are a number of quotes by KU senior lineman Duane Zlaknik form Rossville in the linked article.

http://cjonline.com/sports/2012-08-05/crist-earns-brownie-points-ku-line

Ronald Kesinger Passes Away

Aug 5, '12 3:15 PM by Frank for everyone

    Ronald Lee Kesinger, of Rossville, peacefully passed away Thursday, August 2, 2012, on his 63rd birthday.     He was born in Topeka, KS on August 2, 1949, the son of Pete and Jean (Dick) Kesinger. 

    Ron graduated from Highland Park High School. He spent his entire life in the Topeka and Rossville area. 

    He married Ann Sassaman on December 19, 1975. She preceded him in death. His parents, and one brother, Gary Kesinger, also preceded him in death. Survivors include one brother, Steve Kesinger (Kathy), nieces Amanda Kesinger, Sara Simon (Marco), and nephews Travis Kesinger and Kayden Simon. 

    A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, August 9th, at East Side Baptist Church, 4425 SE 29th St., Topeka, KS. Private inurnment will be at a later date. Memorial contributions can be made to the Helping Hands Humane Society, 2625 NW Rochester Rd., Topeka, KS 66617.

Debbi Childers (79) and Candidates for 54th

Aug 2, '12 1:50 PM by Frank for everyone

    Here is a more detailed article about Debbi Childers and the other two candidates for the 54th house district.  As well as biographical info,  it also includes info about their thoughts on issues of interest.  

http://www2.ljworld.com/news/2012/jul/31/54th-house-district-gop-candidates-hoping-chance-f/

Debbi Childers (79) in Legislative Race

Aug 1, '12 8:40 PM by Frank for everyone

From The CAPITAL-JOURNAL

In the 54th District on the southern outskirts of Topeka, Republicans Debra Childers, of Auburn, Ken Corbet, of Topeka, and  Dana Webber, of Scranton, are campaigning for the right to oppose Rep. Ann Mah, D-Topeka, in the November general election.

Webber, a Southwestern Bell retiree who does substitute teaching, said Christian instruction should return to K-12 public schools.

"That's a huge deficit that we have in the public schools today," she said. "Allow Bible history."

Corbet, owner of Ravenwood Lodge hunting facility, said he would seek state investment to promote tourism.

"Hunting in Kansas could be the Pike's Peak of Colorado," Corbet said. "Pike's Peak is just a rock in Colorado. They've promoted the heck out of it."

Childers worked for the Shawnee County Clerk's Office and sheriff's department for the past 20 years. She said her management skills were exhibited while bringing stability to Auburn Township's board.

Wyatt Home Fire Cause Undetermined

Aug 1, '12 8:30 PM by Frank for everyone

    According to Rossville Fire Chief Alan McKenzie,  the cause of the fire at the Wyatt home on Tuesday may never be known because of the damage,  but it is believed that it was not intentionally set.  To read more about it,  go to:

http://cjonline.com/news/2012-08-01/blaze-leveled-rossville-home-not-intentional

Wyatt Home Burned to Ground

Aug 1, '12 6:59 AM by Frank for everyone

    A fire that apparently started in their attached garage burned the home of David and Tracy Wyatt at 6944 N. W. Carlson Rd completely to the ground,  leaving just one wall  standing.  The fire was first reported at 5:40 PM on Tuesday evening.  All were able to evacuate the house without injury.  

    More info is available at:

http://cjonline.com/news/2012-07-31/rossville-area-home-burns-ground

Melvin Deiter Passes Away

Jul 31, '12 9:17 AM by Frank for everyone

    Melvin P. Deiter, 87, formerly of Maple Hill passed away Sunday, July 29, 2012 at St. Francis Hospital in Topeka. 

    He was born August 4, 1924 at Paxico, the son of Francis P. and Verna M. Stone Deiter. He was raised in the Maple Hill community and graduated from Maple Hill High School in 1942. 

    Melvin served as an army corpsman in WWII and worked for Morell's Meat Packing aftr returning to Maple Hill. He  also worked at the V.A. Hospital  was a farmer and rancher.  He was a member of St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Rossville and the American Legion. 

    A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 A.M. Thursday, August 2, 2012 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in St. Marys. Interment will be in the Maple Hill Cemetery, Maple Hill, Kansas. Mr. Deiter will lie in state Wednesday  5:00 until 7:00 P.M. at Piper Funeral Home in St. Marys where there will be a rosary recited at 7:00 P.M. 

    For the complete obituary,  go to:

http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/cjonline/obituary.aspx?page=lifestory&pid=158857877#fbLoggedOut

Mark Erickson Running for Commissioner

Jul 30, '12 9:24 PM by Frank for everyone

    Former RHS teacher Mark Erickson is running for Shawnee County Commissioner.  Here is an article about him and the other candidates:

http://cjonline.com/news/2012-07-30/candidates-seek-3rd-district-commission-seat

Duane Zlatnik Anchors KU Line

Jul 29, '12 11:48 PM by Frank for everyone

    This will be the final year of Duane Zlatniks tenure on the KU offensive line.  Duane will be one of three seniors starting this year.   He plays left guard.

Leinwetter & Channel at Sunflower Games

Jul 29, '12 8:29 AM by Frank for everyone

    In Saturdays (July 28) 5 K run at the Sunflower Games,  the following from Rossville placed in the top 3.

Men, 50-64 years — 1. Myron Leinwetter, Rossville, 25:31; 2. Jon Packard, Topeka, 26:18; 3. David Hiem, 27:31.

Men, 65 years & over — 1. Larry Smith, 28:14; 2. Dale Channel, Rossville, 29:02; 3. David Schock, Holton, 30:56.

Buhler Coaches in Shrine Bowl

Jul 28, '12 6:16 AM by Frank for everyone

    RHS football coach Steve Buhler is the head coach for the East Squad in the annual Shrine Bowl game on July 28 in Emporia.  A news article about he and the team are at:

http://cjonline.com/sports/2012-07-27/preparing-saturdays-shrine-bowl-challenge

Rattlers Second at NBC Tourney

Jul 26, '12 11:09 PM by Frank for everyone

    The Rattlers finished in second place in the NBC tournament in Topeka.  They were bounced from the championship round by Davy Jones of Colorado in the first game of the day.  But a win against the Wichita Prospects gave them another chance against Davy Jones in the evening.  However,  they were one run short in the 4-3 loss.

You can read all the details at:

http://cjonline.com/sports/2012-07-26/rattlers-fall-national-title-game

Rattlers Advance to Final Round

Jul 25, '12 11:08 PM by Frank for everyone

From The Capital-Journal

The Rossville Rattlers are potentially two wins away from claiming a national championship.

The Rattlers won two games Wednesday at the NBC Summer Nationals at Bettis Family Sports Complex to reach the winner’s bracket finals of the 19-under national tourney. Rossville opened the day with a 1-0 victory against the Wichita Sluggers 18’s then topped the Rawlings Red Prospects 4-1 Wednesday night.

Credit the Rattlers’ pitching for much of their success.

Luke Bordewick and Matt Wivinis combined on a two-hit shutout against the Sluggers, and Wivinis and Aaric Woodyard teamed up in the nightcap to keep the Red Prospects at bay.

“Our pitching has been outstanding,” Rossville manager Brett Cowdin said. “We haven’t hit the ball as well as we’d like, but I saw some signs of it coming around tonight.

“We’re battling.”

Perhaps no one battled more than Bordewick. The Washburn Rural product and Pittsburg State outfielder hadn’t pitched for the Rattlers all season, but he shut down the Sluggers for five complete innings.

“He was nails,” Cowdin said.

In the nightcap, Rossville’s Sam Reesor belted a two-run double in the fourth inning to give the Rattlers a 3-1 lead that proved more than enough cushion for Wivinis and Woodyard. Shawnee Heights product and Washburn catcher David Gauntt added a solo home run one inning later to complete the scoring.

The Rattlers’ championship quest will continue at 11:30 a.m. Thursday in the winner’s bracket finale. If they win that game, they will advance directly to the Summer Nationals championship game at 4:15 p.m.

If Rossville loses at 11:30 a.m., it will play in the loser’s bracket finale for the right to advance to the title game.

Rattlers Defeat Wichita Sluggers

Jul 25, '12 3:11 PM by Frank for everyone

   The Rossville Rattlers took another step in the NBC Summer Nationals  by   beating  the Wichita Sluggers 18 team on Wednesday morning in a 1-0 pitching duel.

    Rossville now gets a rematch with the Red Prospects Wed. evening at 7:00 PM at Lake Shawnee.  The Red Prospects are the only team to defeat the Rattlers thus  far in the tournament, and that was by a narrow 3-1 margin.

    The Rattlers are 3-1 in the tournament which ends on Thursday.

Rattler's Luke Bordewick Wins Home Run Derby

Jul 25, '12 1:40 PM by Frank for everyone

    The Rossville Rattlers pulled down another honor when Luke Bordewick (Washburn Rural / Pittsburg State University) won the National Baseball Congress Summer Nationals Home Run Derby Tuesday night.

Rattlers Win Big Against Hutchinson

Jul 24, '12 10:23 PM by Frank for everyone

    After their 3-1 loss on Tue morning,  the  Rattlers then won 11-1 Tuesday afternoon against the Hutchinson  Cardinals in six innings. This was the first game of bracket play in this double-elimination tournament.

    Rossville plays Wednesday morning at 10:30 am against the Wichita Sluggers 18's. 

Rattlers Lose Close One to Red Prospects

Jul 24, '12 3:56 PM by Frank for everyone

    The  Rattlers lost their second round tournament game  Tuesday morning to the Red Prospects 3-1.

    The Rattlers will be back in action at 2:00 PM  Tuesday afternoon against the Hutchinson Cardinals. This will be the first game of bracket play in this NBC double-elimination tournament in Topeka.

Rattlers Open Nationals With Big Win

Jul 24, '12 8:45 AM by Frank for everyone

From The Capital-Journal On-Line:

The Rossville Rattlers opened their quest for a national championship with a bang Monday morning, pounding out 16 hits in a 16-9 win against the Kansas Intimidators during pool play of the NBC Summer Nationals at Bettis Family Sports Complex.

The Rattlers (17-7) jumped to leads of 5-0 after the first inning, 8-0 after the second and 13-2 after the fourth. Tyler Patty stroked two doubles and single and J.D. Garetson added a double and single to lead the hit parade.

“They did most of their damage early,” Rossville manager Brett Cowdin said of Patty and Garetson. “They got us off to a good start.   We hit the ball pretty well.”

Patty, a right-hander, also pitched five innings to earn the win.

The Rattlers will continue pool play at  9 a.m. Tuesday, with bracket play expected to begin late Tuesday or Wednesday.  The Summer Nationals tournament features players 19 years old and younger. The double-elimination championship will conclude Thursday.

Rattlers to Play in NBC Summer Nationals

Jul 21, '12 9:27 PM by Frank for everyone

    The Rossville Rattlers  plan to participate in the 2012 National Baseball Congress Summer Nationals at the Bettis Family Sports Complex at Lake Shawnee on July 23 - 26th. The Summer Nationals is an open national tournament for teams featuring players 19-years old and younger. The winner of the tournament will be crowned National Champions for that age bracket.

    Teams are divided into four pools for games Monday and Tuesday, then the pool winners

advance to a double-elimination bracket. 

    The Rattler's current roster features players from 18 and older.  However,  the roster will be reduced to fall within the rules of the tournament so no player over the age of 19 will be eligible.    The tournament roster can have  up to 17-players.

    The Rattlers are currently 15-7 on the season, with one game remaining against the Lee's Summit Monarchs on Sat., July 21. 

    The Rattlers will Sunday off before starting the 4-day, double elimination tournament on Monday, July 23rd at 9:00 am, against the Kansas Intimidators.

Mark Erickson Seeks Commission Position

Jul 17, '12 1:33 AM by Frank for everyone

    Former RHS teacher Mark Erickson is running for a spot on the Shawnee County Commission.

http://cjonline.com/opinion/2012-07-16/letter-commission-race

Jacob Dohrman (03) to Wed Ali Flynn

Jul 15, '12 9:33 AM by Frank for everyone

    Rick and Deb Flynn of Topeka are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Ali Flynn to Jacob Dohrman son of Richard and Linda Dohrman of Delia, Kansas. 

    Ali is a graduate of Hayden High School (2004) and is a hairstylist at Allure Hair Studio. Jacob is a graduate of Rossville High School (2003),  He also graduated Washburn University with Double Major in Criminal Justice and Sociology (2008). He is a program manager at Pathway Family Services. 

    Their wedding is set for October 27, 2012 at Most Pure Heart of Mary Church.

Dane Olejnik (04) and Kenzie Cordt are Married

Jul 15, '12 10:00 AM by Frank for everyone

   

    Kenzie Cordt and Dane Olejnik were united in marriage on October 22, 2011, at the First United Methodist Church in Wamego. 

    The bride is a 2007 graduate of St. Marys High School and the University of Kansas. She is the daughter of John and Cindi Mitchell, St. Marys and Chuck Cordt, Lawrence. She is the granddaughter of Larry and Peggy Yingling and Louise Fry (all of Topeka ), Kay (and the late Ray) Mitchell of Frankfort and Walter and Betty Cordt of Leavenworth . 

    The groom is a 2004 graduate of Rossville High School and Washburn University . He is the son of Bob and Kathy Olejnik, Rossville and the grandson of Bill and Tina Olejnik and Dolores (and the late Joe) Floersch, all of Rossville.

    The couple now lives in Lawrence where both are employed by Payless Shoesource.

Barber and Cowan Have a Boy

Jul 15, '12 9:27 AM by Frank for everyone

    Aaron Barber and Jericka Cowan of Rossville are the proud parents of a new baby boy born  July 13 at Stormont-Vail.

Barbara Haines Passes Away

Jul 9, '12 8:37 AM by Frank for everyone

   Barbara A. Haines, 74, passed away Sunday, July 08, 2012 at her home in Rossville. 

   She was born December 5, 1937 at ElDorado, the daughter of Orval George and Naomi Evelyn Danner Rose. 

   Barbara was united in marriage to Victor Eugene Haines on March 8, 1974 at Independence. He preceded her in death on October 7, 1996. She was also preceded in death by her mother, a sister, Sandra Lemon and a brother, Kenneth Rose. Survivors include two brothers, Larry and George Rose both in ElDorado; a sister, Connie Welch, Anchorage, Alaska. 

   Barbara joined the Catholic faith on April 3, 2010 and was a member of St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Rossville. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, July 11, 2012 at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Rossville. Interment will be in the Penwell- Gabel Cemetery, Topeka. A Rosary will be recited at6:00 P.M. Tuesday, July 10, 2012 at Piper Funeral Home in St. Marys. Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Stanislaus Catholic Church and sent in care of the funeral home.

Cole Manbeck Leaving Manhattan Mercury

Jul 6, '12 2:32 PM by Frank for everyone

Thank you and good bye 

by Cole Manbeck

Leaving the Manhattan Mercury has been an extremely difficult decision. Leaving the journalism field as a whole has arguably been the toughest decision I’ve ever faced, but it was a decision I needed to make. In two weeks, my time with The Mercury will be finished as I have accepted a job in Kansas City. I will still free-lance whenever I get the opportunity to, but outside of that, I won’t be a full-time writer anymore.

I will undoubtedly miss the industry and the people I’ve worked alongside for the past three years. First, I’d like to thank my editor Josh Kinder. I was fresh out of college, and he worked tirelessly to get me hired full time at the Mercury. I was incredibly lucky to be afforded such an opportunity. Here I was, a 22-year old right out of Kansas State who was given a tremendous opportunity to cover K-State athletics. It was a dream come true and I will be forever grateful for it.

There are so many memories. As crazy as it sounds, my favorite memory is the trip to Salt Lake City with Josh for the third and fourth rounds of the NCAA tournament. What a fun ride that season was. That ride to Salt Lake, not so much. We hit a blizzard, got snowed in at a Holiday Inn in Wyoming, which jacked its rates up knowing we couldn’t leave. We woke up at 5 a.m. the next day knowing the snow had stopped for hours and figured the roads were open. After all, we had a press conference that afternoon to make in Salt Lake. When we went to leave, the hotel receptionist told us the roads weren’t open. We proceeded to argue with her how ridiculous it was that they still weren’t open. Hours later, when we finally did get on the road, we learned why. We nearly flew off the icy road probably 50 times, encountered around a 1,000 semis all annoyingly attempting to pass each other at the same speed. And then after a couple of hours of driving, we encountered a massive wreck that shut the highway down, resulting in a lengthy delay. Josh hated Wyoming so much he searched online how to get a “I hate Wyoming t-shirt” and became one of four members on facebook to join the “Wyoming sucks” facebook group. But we made it to Utah the night before the game and took in some thrilling basketball games.It was a trip filled with laughs. 

I will save you the expense of other stories and will wrap this up soon. I’d like to thank all of my colleagues I’ve gotten to know well in the industry — all of whom I consider friends. That includes: D. Scott Fritchen, Rob Cassidy, Tim Fitzgerald, Kellis Robinett, Austin Meek, Kevin Haskin — all writers I have an immense amount of respect for. I’d like to thank Manhattan Broadcasting employees Rob Voelker, John Kurtz, Matt Walters and Tyler Dreiling. I consider all four of them friends, and I would like to thank them for allowing me to be on the radio with them from time to time over the past three years. It was something I really enjoyed doing. I’d like to thank K-State sports information members Kenny Lannou, Tom Gilbert, Randy Peterson, Ryan Lackey and David Wiechmann for being a huge help to me during my time.

Finally, I would like to thank my fiancee, Vanessa, for being my backbone during all of this. The life of a journalist can be a crazy schedule, and she has put up with it over the past 18 months (as has our black labrador retriever, Maverick). Also, thank you to my parents as well as my future in-laws and my closest friends for all their support (you know who you are) and to all the coaches and administrators I’ve worked with. 

When you get right down to it, I’m a really lucky guy. For the past three years I’ve gone to games for a living. I absolutely loved it. I will certainly miss it. But like I said, this is an opportunity I couldn’t pass up. It’s a new challenge and something I must take on. Remember, it’s not as if I’m moving to some inhabited land. I will only be a couple of hours away and will still be in Manhattan often. 

Thanks for everything,

Cole

Message From Bulldawg Booster Club

Jul 5, '12 2:32 PM by Frank for everyone

The Bulldawg Booster Club is preparing for another busy year. As a member of the Booster Club your membership donations ($20.00 per family/alumni - $50.00 per business) are the hardest working dollars you’ll spend.    

Attached is an application for for membership which you can download and return.

During the 2011-2012 school year the Booster Club provided breakfast during summer weights, gave gifts for state bound teams, purchased an ad in the Shrine Bowl program congratulating Gage Steckel and started a Scholarship fund.  In addition, Booster Club purchased pizza for the Snake Dance and junior high Fall Dance. We also provided Bulldawg apparel for our bulldawg fans!   .

For the upcoming 2012-2013 school year we are looking for special projects to help show our support for our students and student athletes.  If you have any ideas, please attend our booster club meetings on the second Wednesday of every month at 7:00 pm in the High School Commons Area beginning in August. 

We are looking forward to an exciting year ahead and we hope that you will join us in supporting these great students and athletes!  If you are interested in volunteering for any of the Booster Club events, there will be sign-up sheets at school enrollment or you can contact an officer. 

 Attachment: Booster Club Letter 2012.docx

Vena Thompson (43) Passes Away

Jul 5, '12 2:25 PM by Frank for everyone

   Vena Mae Thompson, 87, of Rossville, passed away Tuesday, July 3, 2012 at he Rossville Health & Rehab Center with her granddaughter and great-granddaughter by her side. 

    She was born February 5, 1925 at Rossville, the daughter of Dewey and Florence Higgins Countryman. Vena was a 1943 graduate of Rossville High School and was the senior class president. She had lived most of her life in the Delia community. Vena was a homemaker and raised Limousin-Angus cattle until she was 80. She worked for the Jackson Co. Water District No. 2 for over 30 years. Mrs. Thompson enjoyed playing cards and dominoes, dancing, and spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Vena was a member of the Delia Presbyterian Church and participated in their quilting group. 

    She married Christopher Donald Thompson on September 11, 1945. He preceded her in death in 1986. She was also preceded in death by her parents, a daughter, Janet Mulanax, son-in-law, Irvan Mulanax, and son, Donald Ray Thompson. Survivors include grandchildren, Gary (Shelly) Mulanax, Hoyt, Janie (Kenny) Quiett, Delia, Brian Thompson, Rossville, and Chris (David) Mulanax, San Francisco, CA; great-grandchildren, Chelsey Quiett, Jeffrey Lyda, Zachary Quiett, Jaycob Mulanax, Dalton Quimby, Madison Mulanax, Samantha Thompson, Wyatt Lickteig, Alyssa Thompson, Hunter Quiett, Jenna Thompson and Jessica Thompson; a great-great granddaughter, Ava Quimby; and many nieces and nephews.        

    Funeral services will be at 10:00 A.M. Saturday, July 7, 2012 at the Delia Presbyterian Church. Interment will be in the Adrian Cemetery. Mrs. Thompson will lie in state after 2:00 P.M. Friday, July 6, 2012 at Piper Funeral Home in St. Marys, where the family will receive friends from 6:30 until 8:00 P.M. Memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer's Disease and Related Disorders Association or Grace Hospice and sent in care of the funeral home. Online condolences may be sent to www.piperfuneralhome.com.

Betty Dick Passes Away

Jul 4, '12 8:27 PM by Frank for everyone

    Betty Joyce Dick, age 70, of Willard, Kansas, passed away July 1, 2012. 

    She was born May 29, 1942 in Pettis Township, Missouri, the daughter of Sam and Nettie Clark. 

    She was preceded in death by her husband James Dick, her parents, 3 brothers; Charles Clark of Pleasant Valley, MO, Bill Clark of Parkville, MO, and James Clark of Cameron, MO, 3 sisters; Lillian Pennington of California, Helen Bledsoe of Kansas City, KS, and Pauline Slaughter of Belton, MO, and a grandson Dominic Needham of Redlake, MN. 

    She is survived by her son John Needham and wife Marsha, and grandson Joshua Needham of Redlake, MN and 3 great-grandchildren, 1 brother George Clark of Excelsior Springs, MO, 3 sisters; Donna Campobasso, Parkville, MO, Nancy Decker, Foster, MO, Sharon Clark, Butler, MO and several nieces and nephews. 

    Private services will be held at Rossville Cemetery. Online condolences can be left at:

http://obit.davidsonfuneral.com/wrapper_gb.php?id=1085758&listing=Current

	Mandy Wilson Top Spring Athlete

    Rossville High School senior Mandy Wilson was named as the top female spring sports athlete in Topeka and Shawnee County  for her performances on the track. 

    Her parents are Ronnie Wilson and Cathy Copeland.   

    She has signed a letter of intent for track and field with Highland Community College,   

Matt Taylor is Most Inspirational Male Athlete

Jun 28, '12 2:44 AM by Frank for everyone

    Rossville High School's  three-sport athlete Matt Taylor, who is deaf, was named the most inspirational male athlete  for  high school athletes in Topeka and Shawnee County.

Rattlers Shut Out Golden Giants (updated)

Jun 27, '12 7:53 AM by Frank for everyone

    Behind eight innings of superb pitching by lefty Joe  Flattery, a junior at KSU,  the Rossville Rattlers shut out the Topeka Golden Giants  4-0 on Tuesday night at Jerry Robertson Field.

http://cjonline.com/sports/2012-06-26/rattlers-blank-golden-giants-4-0

    For a nice video of the game including Gage Steckel's fake to second and pick-off at third, go to:  http://www.clipsyndicate.com/video/play/3579960/rossville_rattlers_defeat_topeka_golden_giants_4_0

Paul and Angelica Hutting Have a Boy

    Paul and Angelica Hutting of Rossville are the proud parents of a new baby boy born  June 28 at Stormont-Vail.

Connie (Keller) (76) Mulanax Passes Away

Jun 26, '12 11:54 AM by Frank for everyone

     Connie Sue Mulanax, 53, passed away, Sunday, June 24, 2012 at St. Francis Hospital in Topeka. She was born December 17, 1958 in Topeka, the daughter of John Vernon and Bonnie G. Groff Keller. 

     Connie grew up in the Delia and Rossville communities and graduated from Rossville High School in 1976. Connie had worked for St. Francis Hospital and Medical Center from 1980 until 1995 and later for Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas from 1997 until she retired for health reasons. She was an avid KU fan and loved to do cross stitching, play cards and board games. 

     Mrs. Mulanax was preceded in death by her parents, an infant sister, Cindy Lee Keller and by her sister Bonnie Bush. On August 30, 1980 she was married to David Jeanneret, they divorced. She married Donald R. Mulanax on December 17, 1983 in St. Marys. He survives of the home. Other survivors include her children, Erin Jeanneret-Lacey, Emmett, John Jeanneret, Topeka and Levi Mulanax, Emmett; two brothers, Lindsay Skip (Karen) Keller, Emmett and Michael V. Keller, Rossville; four grandchildren, Jayden, Emma, Landon and Lilee; along with many nieces and nephews. 

     She will lie in state after 2:00 P.M. Wednesday at the funeral home where the family will receive friends from6:30 until 8:00 P.M. Funeral services will be at 10:00 A.M. Thursday, June 28, 2012 at Piper Funeral Home in St. Marys. Interment will be in the Delia Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Associationand sent in care of the funeral home. Online condolences may be sent to www.piperfuneralhome.com

Hines and Loeffler to Marry

Jun 26, '12 11:16 AM by Frank for everyone

    Shawnee County has issued a marriage license for Nicholas S. Hines, age 25, of Delia, and LaDonna M. Loeffler, age 44, also of Delia.

Morgan Cooper on Dean's List

Jun 22, '12 11:45 PM by Frank for everyone

   Morgan Cooper was on the Dean's List at Wichita State U. School of Nursing for the spring semester.

Kelly Brummer Graduates From Ft. Hays

Jun 22, '12 11:40 PM by Frank for everyone

Kelly Brummer of Rossville recently graduated from Ft. Hays State University with an  Associate of general studies degree.

David Andrick (00) Passes Away

Jun 20, '12 12:38 PM by Frank for everyone

  

   David Andrick, age 31,  passed away near Auburn on Monday,  June 18, 2012.

   He was born in Kansas City, MO and was raised in Dover and Rossville, graduating from RHS in 2000.

   His service will be on Sat., June 23, at 2:00 PM.  He will lie in state from 6:30-8:00 PM on Friday, June 22, at the Rossville Christian Church where the family will receive friends.      Interment will be in the Rossville Cemetery.

     To read his complete obituary, go to:  http://www.piperfuneralhome.com/sitemaker/sites/pipe0/obit.cgi?user=652982Andrick

Jason Crow to Marry Morgan Campbell

Jun 20, '12 11:50 AM by Frank for everyone

    Shawnee County has issues a marriage license to Jason G. Crow, age 26, of Rossville, and Morgan B. Campbell, age 24, of Maple Hill.

Full Season Area Stat Leaders for High School Softball

Jun 20, '12 6:40 AM by Frank for everyone

Hitting

Average — Marriott, Troy, .653; McKanna, Burlingame, .650; Elliott, Rock Creek, .585; Kelsheimer, Chase County, .567; H. Lewis, Burlingame, .561; Miller, Oskaloosa, .557; Walz, Atchison, .552; K. Bennett, Troy, .547; A. Jirak, Chase County, .547; Dorr, Burlingame, .543; O. Bennett, Troy, .537; B. Lewis, Burlingame, .533; Fincham, Marysville, .532; I. Miller, Rossville, .525; Jaloma, Atchison, .520; Shaffer, Burlingame, .511; Manuel, Rossville, .508; Gilman, Burlington, .507; Finney, Wamego, .500; J. Peacock, Wellsville, .500; Av. Enzbrenner, Atchison, .488; Winder, Troy, .486; Potts, Chase County, .485; Smith, Atchison, .477; Stock, Troy, .468; Kirk, Rossville, .466; Snovelle, Chase County, .465; Stegall, Troy, .462; Flach, Wabaunsee, .459; Ricklefs, Jefferson West, .459; Droege, Burlingame, .458; Helus, Holton, .457; Turner, Clay Center, .449; Daniels, Concordia, .448; Bloom, Clay Center, .447; Weishaar, Troy, .446.

Home runs — Haya, Wabaunsee, 6; Finney, Wamego, 5; Kirk, Rossville, 5; Mundhenke, Jefferson West, 5; Pfannenstiel, Silver Lake, 5; Pfau, Oskaloosa, 5; Buster, Wamego, 4; Farrant, Jefferson West, 4; Gilman, Burlington, 4; Stegall, Troy, 4.

RBI — A. Jirak, Chase County, 38; Kelsheimer, Chase County, 35; Pfannenstiel, Silver Lake, 32; J. Miller, Oskaloosa, 30; Clark, Abilene, 28; Kayhill, Wellsville, 28; Dougan, Wellsville, 27; Pfau, Oskaloosa, 27; Brooks, Oskaloosa, 26; A. Davis, St. Marys, 26; Elliott, Rock Creek, 26; Farrant, Jefferson West, 26; Gilman, Burlington, 26; Haya, Wabaunsee, 26; Patterson, McLouth, 26; Hodges, Rock Creek, 25; Kirk, Rossville, 25; Pearson, Burlington, 25; Sparks, Wellsville, 25; Broers, Wellsville, 24; Av. Enzbrenner, Atchison, 24; Heins, Chase County, 24; M. Jirak, Chase County, 24; K. Bennett, Troy, 23; Quinn, Rock Creek, 23; Henry, Wabaunsee, 22; Marriott, Troy, 22; McDowell, St. Marys, 22; J. Peacock, Wellsville, 22; Smith, Atchison, 22; Stegall, Troy, 22; Drinnon, McLouth, 21; Jaloma, Atchison, 21; O. Bennett, Troy, 20; Buster, Wamego, 20; R. Davis, St. Marys, 20; Finney, Wamego, 20; Flach, Wabaunsee, 20; Hug, Royal Valley, 20; Ch. Merriman, Holton, 20; I. Miller, Rossville, 20; Morris, Burlington, 20; Wahquahboshkuk, Royal Valley, 20; Walz, Atchison, 20; Wells, Chase County, 20; Dahl, Santa Fe Trail, 19; McManigal, Holton, 19; Bloom, Clay Center, 18; Leiser, Burlington, 18; Ca. Merriman, Holton, 18; Mundhenke, Jefferson West, 18; Campuzano, Herington, 17; Collins, Council Grove, 17; Fincham, Marysville, 17; Fornelli, Holton, 17; Girardin, Santa Fe Trail, 17; Harvey, Jefferson West, 17; Lohmeyer, Wabaunsee, 17; Norton, Burlington, 17; Parrett, Royal Valley, 17; Potter, Chase County, 17; Leach, McLouth, 16;Manuel, Rossville, 16; Morrow, Council Grove, 16; Snovelle, Chase County, 16.

Stolen bases — J. Peacock, Wellsville, 42; Snovelle, Chase County, 37; Willits, Oskaloosa, 35; Marriott, Troy, 33; Potts, Chase County, 25; Weishaar, Troy, 24; Lockwood, Silver Lake, 22; K. Bennett, Troy, 21; O. Bennett, Troy, 21; H. Lewis, Burlingame, 20; Anderson, Abilene, 19; Brooks, Oskaloosa, 19; Jaloma, Atchison, 19; J. Miller, Oskaloosa, 19; Pfau, Oskaloosa, 19; Kelsheimer, Chase County, 18; B. Lewis, Burlingame, 18; I. Miller, Rossville, 18; Stegall, Troy, 18; Grother, Oskaloosa, 17; Jenkins, Troy, 17; Wright, Oskaloosa, 17; Av. Enzbrenner, Atchison, 16; Harding, Oskaloosa, 16; McClenahan, Burlingame, 16; Stock, Troy, 15; Walz, Atchison, 15; Wells, Chase County, 15; Moylan, St. Marys, 14; Coates, Oskaloosa, 13; P. Thomas, St. Marys, 13.

Pitching

Wins — Finney, Wamego, 20; Heins, Chase County, 17; Thompson, Oskaloosa, 17; K. Peacock, Wellsville, 15; Masters, Burlington, 14; Fincham, Marysville, 13; Hodges, Rock Creek, 11; Lockwood, Silver Lake, 11; Fornelli, Holton, 10; Jones, Clay Center, 9; Ricklefs, Jefferson West, 9; Dahl, Santa Fe Trail, 8; A. Hibbert, Burlingame, 8; Kearn, Concordia, 8; Kirk, Rossville, 8; Morgan, Council Grove, 8; Wildey, Abilene, 8; Campbell, Rock Creek, 7; Jaloma, Atchison, 7; Leach, McLouth, 7; Ledeboer, Rossville, 7; Dailey, McLouth, 6; Av. Enzbrenner, Atchison, 6; Girardin, Santa Fe Trail, 6; Ch. Merriman, Holton, 6; Schultz, Royal Valley, 6; Ash, Herington, 5; Kleinkauf, Clay Center, 5.

ERA — Heins, Chase County, 0.22; Murray, Abilene, 0.57; Fincham, Marysville, 0.87; Finney, Wamego, 1.09; Buster, Wamego, 1.15; Jaloma, Atchison, 1.27; Jones, Clay Center, 1.68; Hodges, Rock Creek, 1.72; Ch. Merriman, Holton, 1.76; Wildey, Abilene, 1.77; Morgan, Council Grove, 2.07; Ricklefs, Jefferson West, 2.17; Campbell, Rock Creek, 2.20; Kleinkauf, Clay Center, 2.56; Fornelli, Holton, 2.61; Dahl, Santa Fe Trail, 2.65; Masters, Burlington, 2.79; Thompson, Oskaloosa, 2.86; K. Peacock, Wellsville, 2.92; Girardin, Santa Fe Trail, 3.02; Kirk, Rossville, 3.43.

Strikeouts — Finney, Wamego, 185; Thompson, Oskaloosa, 172; Heins, Chase County, 164; Fornelli, Holton, 109; Jones, Clay Center, 106; Ricklefs, Jefferson West, 104; K. Peacock, Wellsville, 102; Masters, Burlington, 90; Fincham, Marysville, 83; Hodges, Rock Creek, 75; Jaloma, Atchison, 73; Av. Enzbrenner, Atchison, 71; Wildey, Abilene, 65; Kirk, Rossville, 61; Leach, McLouth, 60; Morgan, Council Grove, 57; Weishaar, Troy, 57; Lockwood, Silver Lake, 53; Dahl, Santa Fe Trail, 52; Dailey, McLouth, 51; Ch. Merriman, Holton, 45; Girardin, Santa Fe Trail, 43; Kearn, Concordia, 43; P. Thomas, St. Marys, 36; Ash, Herington, 34; Henry, Wabaunsee, 32; Beemer, Chapman, 30; Kleinkauf, Clay Center, 29; Schultz, Royal Valley, 29; Burkhart, Chase County, 28; Potter, Chase County, 26; Buster, Wamego, 25; Filken, Council Grove, 25; A. Hibbert, Burlingame, 25; Nelson, Wabaunsee, 25; Ledeboer, Rossville, 24; Winder, Troy, 24; Martin, Concordia, 20; Mayberry, Chapman, 20.

Full Season Area Stat Leaders for High School Baseball

Jun 20, '12 6:31 AM by Frank for everyone

Hitting

Average — Finch, Council Grove, .631; Clark, St. Marys, .579; Goedert, Ottawa, .548; Ch. Newell, Clay Center, .500; Rutledge, Mission Valley, .500; Srna, Rock Creek, .500; Lewis, Mission Valley, .486; Barger, Royal Valley, .485; Segebart, Council Grove, .479; SImonis, Pleasant Ridge, .476; Steward, Oskaloosa, .475; Eckert, Atchison County, .472; Bailey, Mission Valley, .469; Gosa, Maur Hill, .468; Nordell, Concordia, .467; Gardner, Wellsville, .466; Sowers, Atchison County, .458; Stottlemire, Oskaloosa, .453; Levy, Tonganoxie,

Home runs — Yonts, Pleasant Ridge, 8; Goedert, Ottawa, 7; Olberding, Atchison County, 7; B. Burns, Valley Falls, 6; Barger, Royal Valley, 4; Cook, Valley Falls, 4; Hill, Riley County, 4; Pokorney, Wellsville, 4; Bell, Riverside, 3; Blankenship, Oskaloosa, 3; Butts, Riverside, 3; Eckert, Atchison County, 3; Finch, Council Grove, 3; Heath, Junction City, 3; Levy, Tonganoxie, 3; Lindstrom, Riley County, 3; Miller, Rock Creek, 3; Morandy, Pleasant Ridge, 3; Nold, Riverside, 3; Steckel, Rossville, 3; Turpin, Perry-Lecompton, 3; Wilson, Riverside 3.

RBI — Finch, Council Grove, 41; Shaffer, Ottawa, 38; Hartshorn, Rossville, 36; Hittle, Concordia, 36; Clark, St. Marys, 35; Goedert, Ottawa, 32; Steward, Oskaloosa, 31; Rutledge, Mission Valley, 30; Barger, Royal Valley, 29; Stottlemire, Oskaloosa, 29; Shinn, Rossville, 28; Wood, Riley County, 28; Pokorney, Wellsville, 27; Blankenship, Oskaloosa, 26; Gardner, Wellsville, 26; LaPlant, Ottawa, 26; Lindstrom, Riley County, 26; Nordell, Concordia, 26; A. Rodriguez, Oskaloosa, 26; Blick, Valley Falls, 25; Clark, Valley Falls, 25; Gieber, Concordia, 25; Graf, Ottawa, 25; Haya, Wabaunsee, 25; Levy, Tonganoxie, 25; Lewis, Mission Valley, 25; Steckel, Rossville, 25; Swinehart, Lyndon, 24; Brown, Silver Lake, 23; Miller, Rock Creek, 23; Olderding, Atchison County, 23; Segebart, Council Grove, 23; Harshbarger, Rock Creek, 22; Lee, Burlingame, 22; Stoddard, Wamego, 22; Gosa, Maur Hill, 21; Kocour, Maur Hill, 21; Shoemaker, Riley County, 21; Bell, Riverside, 20; Cook, Valley Falls, 20.

Pitching

Wins — Brummett, Concordia, 9; Pokorney, Wellsville, 9; Adams, Rock Creek, 8; Bachura, Council Grove, 8; Brown, Silver Lake, 7; Hammer, Rossville, 7; Gieber, Concordia, 7; Lutgen, Rock Creek, 7; Roberts, Jefferson West, 7; Segebart, Council Grove, 7; Shinn, Rossville, 7; Steward, Oskaloosa, 7; Wahweotten, Royal Valley, 6; Cooney, Maur Hill, 5; Eckert, Atchison County, 5; Kelsheimer, Chase County, 5; Nold, Riverside, 5; Thurber, Royal Valley, 5; Ayres, Wamego, 4; Bausch, Royal Valley, 4; B. Burns, Valley Falls, 4; Glassel, Valley Falls, 4; Nordell, Concordia, 4; Perry, Silver Lake, 4; Sowers, Atchison County, 4.

ERA — Piper, Wamego, 0.00; Brummett, Concordia, 0.70; Shaffer, Ottawa, 1.08; Bachura, Council Grove, 1.15; Stottlemire, Oskaloosa, 1.18; Linquist, Perry-Lecompton, 1.48; Brown, Silver Lake, 1.66; Gieber, Concordia, 1.72; Tessendorf, Royal Valley, 1.86; Segebart, Council Grove, 2.14; Kallenbach, Wamego, 2.16; Clark, St. Marys, 2.19; Schmitz, Rock Creek, 2.29; Steward, Oskaloosa, 2.45; Watts, Marysville, 2.45; Lutgen, Rock Creek, 2.46; Harden, Perry-Lecompton, 2.59; Goedert, Ottawa, 2.67; Nordell, Concordia, 2.70; Sowers, Atchison County, 2.70; Burdiek, Silver Lake, 2.75; Royer, St. Marys, 2.84.

Strikeouts — Bachura, Council Grove, 99; Brummett, Concordia, 94; Gieber, Concordia, 76; Watts, Marysville, 64; Linquist, Perry-Lecompton, 63; Pokorney, Wellsville, 63; Adams, Rock Creek, 61; Lutgen, Rock Creek, 60; Segebart, Council Grove, 60; Steward, Oskaloosa, 54; Cooney, Maur Hill, 48; Bausch, Royal Valley, 47; Nold, Riverside, 47; Hammer, Rossville, 45; Lewis, Mission Valley, 45; Gabriel, Riverside, 42; Harkrader, Tonganoxie, 41; Nordell, Concordia, 41; Clark, St. Marys, 40; Goedert, Ottawa, 40; Hillman, Wellsville, 39;Shinn, Rossville, 39; Sowers, Atchison County, 39; Millican, Abilene, 38; Wahweotten, Royal Valley, 36; Brown, Silver Lake, 35; Burdiek, Silver Lake, 34; Kelsheimer, Chase County, 34; Langvardt, Chapman, 32; Boucher, Mission Valley, 31; Kocour, Maur Hill, 31; Woodruff, Lyndon, 31; Stottlemire, Oskaloosa, 28; Friederich, Abilene, 27; Meuli, Abilene, 27; Reese, St. Marys, 27.

Rattlers Lose to Golden Giants

Jun 20, '12 6:15 AM by Frank for everyone

    Rattlers shortstop Austin Fisher was 3-for-5 with a triple and  Dylan Backman and Derek Hammer drove in two runs apiece but it wasn't enough as the Rattlers were defeated by the Golden Giants 12-8 on Tue. night at Jerry Roberson Field.

    For the complete details of the game,  go to:

http://cjonline.com/sports/2012-06-19/golden-giants-rally-beat-rattlers

Rattlers at Golden Giants on Tue.

Jun 18, '12 9:24 AM by Frank for everyone

    The Topeka Golden Giants will host the Rossville Rattlers at 6:55 on Tue. evening at Jerry Robertson field.    For a nice article about the Golden Giants and Rossville Rattlers, go to:  http://cjonline.com/sports/2012-06-18/golden-giants-rattlers-have-strong-connection

Ardeth (Maus) Lehman (55) Services

Jun 17, '12 8:43 AM by Frank for everyone

    Ardeth Lehman, 74, died Sunday, December 18, 2011 at her home in Ft. Worth, TX. Memorial services will be Wednesday, June 20 at 4 p.m. at the Auburn Cemetery, Auburn, KS. Ardeth was born March 23, 1937, daughter of John and Cleo Maus. She grew up in the West Union community and graduated from Rossville High School in 1955. Survivors include brothers Paul Maus of Emmett, Ewelyn Maus of Lawrence and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and sisters Julia Smith of Harveyville and Paula McClure of Topeka.

Rattler Camp Video

Jun 16, '12 8:45 AM by Frank for everyone

    Here is a nice new  WIBW video of the team's hosting a camp for youngsters. 

http://www.leaguelineup.com/welcome.asp?url=rossvillerattlers

Kathy Foote Inducted Into Hall of Fame

Jun 13, '12 4:17 PM by Frank for everyone

    The Kansas Volleyball Association recently inducted seven individuals into the inaugural class of the KVA Hall of Fame.

    Honored were longtime Lawrence coach Joan Wells; veteran Miege coach Gwenn Pike; Merle Parker, who coached at Grainfield-Wheatland; Ulysses, Loyola Marymount and Olympic player Sarah (Noriega) Sulentor; Westmoreland and Rossville coach Cathy Foote; Lawrence and Kansas player June (Koleber) James; and Meredith Grusing, a KSHSAA volleyball official.

RHS 2012 Alumni Dinner and Dance

Jun 10, '12 8:00 PM by June for everyone

The third annual RHS alumni dinner and dance was held Sat. June 2, 2012 at the Citizens Potawatomi Center in Rossville.  Enjoying the catered dinner were 115 alumni and guests.  Several other alumni attended the social hour starting at 4:00 p.m.  A short business meeting was held after the meal.  Former RHS cheerleaders came forward and led the group in the School Song.  Election of officers and a vote on a revision of the Foundation by-laws was held.  The winners of $750 scholarships given by the Foundation were introduced.  Dylan Brown and Ashley Brummer each gave a short speech thanking the group and telling of their future plans. Also introduced as guests were two members and two coaches of the RHS girls track team.  This was the third year in a row to win the Class 3A state track championship.   The meeting closed with a roll call of all alumni at the dinner.  The oldest alumni attending were two classmates of the Class of 1939.  They were Luella Olson Sage and Dale Davis.  Visiting and a dance followed.   The 4th annual celebration will be held June 1, 2013.

Alan McKenzie To Be On Ambulance Board

Jun 9, '12 7:20 PM by Frank for everyone

     At their Tuesday meeting,  the Shawnee County Commission will consider appointing six people to the county ambulance advisory board: Rossville Fire Chief Alan McKenzie, representing rural fire departments; Deputy Topeka Fire Chief Neil Hix, representing his department; Angela Gamber, representing Stormont-Vail HealthCare; Paul Leavens, representing St. Francis Health Center; and Nels A. Anderson V and Kathy Kilmartin, representing the public.

Bill Driscoll Celebration of Life

Jun 10, '12 9:46 AM by Frank for everyone

   

    Bill Driscoll, 75, of Rossville, passed away May 3. Cremation has taken place. The family invites you to a memorial service to be held at Rossville Christian Church on June 16, 10:30 am in Rossville, to be followed by a time to share memories and celebrate his life. Memorials may be made to the Rossville Christian Church. To view the full obituary visit:

http://www.dovecremation.com/obituary.asp?src=value&obitid=57320&fname=William+J%2E&lname=Driscoll&city=Topeka&st=KS

Rattlers Overwhelm Titans14-2

Jun 8, '12 4:40 PM by Frank for everyone

    With 6 runs in the first three innings,  the Rossville Rattlers took an early lead and coasted to a 14.2 victory over the Kansas Titans on Thursday at Joe Campbell Memorial Stadium.

    The Rattler's Alex King (Barton CCC) racked up four RBIs on three hits --  a double in the fourth, single in the fifth, and  a homer in the sixth inning.

    The Rattlers scored five runs in the third inning.  The home team added another three runs in the fifth.  Derek Hammer's (Highland CC) double started the offense by knocking in  Sam Reesor (RHS)  and Dylan Backman (Neosho CCC).  King then brought Hammer home with his single.

     Rossville added five more runs in  the sixth..  King's three-run home run in that inning also scored Mitch Streeter  Pittsburg S. U.)  and Trevor Bowers (Cloud CCC).

     Alex Pierce (Highland CC) gave up just one hit, allowed no earned runs, walked one and struck out eight during his three innings of work.

Kimber Mitchell Gets BA from ESU

Jun 6, '12 2:05 PM by Frank for everyone

    Kimber Mitchell of Rossville received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Emporia State University on May 12.

Alyne Anderson Receives Her Masters Degree

Jun 6, '12 1:57 PM by Frank for everyone

    Rossville Grade School Teacher Alyne Anderson received her Master of Science Degree (Master Teacher--reading specialist)  from Emporia State U. this spring.  

KSU Players on Rattlers

Jun 6, '12 1:39 PM by Frank for everyone

From the June 4 KSU Baseball Website....

Rossville Rattlers

Four Wildcats – Austin Fisher, Joe Flattery, Caleb Wallingford and Matt Wivinis – are playing for the Rossville Rattlers, who will conduct their inaugural season in 2012… Fisher went 5-for-8 with a RBI in his first two games of the summer as he registered two hits against Joplin on Thursday before a three-hit outing against the Midwest Bruins on Friday… Wivinis started and took the loss Thursday against Joplin when he surrendered two runs on four hits with three walks and three strikeouts in 4.1 innings… Flattery and Wallingford have not pitched yet for Rossville, which is 3-1 in its first four games.

Josh Fank In Three Vehicle Accident

Jun 5, '12 11:33 PM by Frank for everyone

    Josh Fank, 30, owner and operator of Fank’s Roofing and Remodeling, was on his way home to Rossville from a job when he became involved in a spectacular three vehicle accident on westbound I-70 about a mile from Carlson Rd.    An eastbound Honda went into the median, flipping end over end, striking two westbound vehicles including Mr. Fank's.

    Five people in the three vehicles were injured,  but none of the injuries appeared life-threatening.

    To read all the details,  go to:

 http://cjonline.com/news/2012-06-05/three-vehicle-accident-slows-traffic-wb-i-70

Gage Steckel (12) To Play for Washburn U.

Jun 5, '12 4:43 PM by Frank for everyone

    Recent RHS graduate Gage Steckel has signed a Letter of Intent to play baseball this coming year for Washburn University.  The All Mid-East League catcher for the Dawgs had a .328 batting average and .489 on base percentage this past year,  and he was third on the team with 25 RBIs.

    Gage is playing for the Rossville Rattlers this summer.  

Rattlers Win Third Straight

Jun 3, '12 9:40 PM by Frank for everyone

    The Rossville Rattlers beat the Midwest Bruins 11-0 in seven innings at Joe Campbell Stadium on Sunday after a six-run sixth inning to move to 3-1 for the season--the three wins coming in the last three days.  

    Luke Bordewick (Pittsburg S.U.) racked up five RBIs on four hits for Rattlers. He homered in the third inning, doubled in the first and fourth innings, and singled in the sixth inning.    The Rattlers scored two runs in the first inning on Bordewick's double and led the rest of the game.

    Caesar Brown (Cloud Co. CC) had an excellent outing in his two innings of work, allowing just one hit, no earned runs, no walks, and striking out three batters.

Rossville High Contributors Appreciated

Jun 3, '12 11:50 AM by Frank for everyone

    The Rossville Jr./Sr. High School held their annual Spring Awards Night on May 17, 2012 to bestow awards and scholarships to deserving seniors.  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.

RHS Announces Curriculum Completers

Jun 3, '12 11:32 AM by Frank for everyone

Rossville Jr./Sr. High School had two seniors this year who completed the required curriculum as set forth by the Kansas Board of Regents and earned the designation of State of Kansas Curriculum Completer.  In order to earn this distinction, students must have completed 4 years of English, 4 years of Math, 3 years of Science, 3 years of Social Studies, and 2 years of Foreign Language. The students who met these criteria are Rachel Beiker and Kelsey Crow.

All Curriculum Completers are then eligible to be considered for an additional award.  The Kansas Board of Regents on behalf of the Kansas Legislature ranks these Curriculum Completers based on their GPA and ACT scores. Kelsey Crow was also designated as a 2012 Kansas State Scholar.

Rachel was the class Salutatorian and Kelsey was the class Validictorian. 

Carley Conley Receives Senior Inspiration Award

Jun 3, '12 11:25 AM by Frank for everyone

    The Senior Inspiration Award was awarded to Carley Conley. Carley has maintained a positive attitude and constant smile while going outside her comfort zone this year to attempt new challenges. She has gained confidence and poise that will prove invaluable in her journeys next year at Kansas State University.

Chris Hadsall Receives John Johnson Leadership Award

Jun 3, '12 11:24 AM by Frank for everyone

     The John Johnson Leadership Award was created to honor Mr. Johnson for his years of dedication to the students of Rossville High School.  The award began in 2007 and is presented annually to the student who demonstrates quiet leadership and service.  Chris Hadsall was chosen as the sixth recipient of this award.

U. S. Marines Outstanding Student Award

Jun 3, '12 11:22 AM by Frank for everyone

    The U.S. Marine Corps, represented by Sgt. Michael McKenzie, presents awards in three different categories.  TheScholastic Excellence Awards were presented to Samuel Reesor and Rachel Beiker for their academic achievements. The Semper Fidelis Award was given toBriana Thompson  (pictured at left) for excellence and commitment to the band program.  The Distinguished Athlete Awards were presented to Mark Smithand Melinda Wilson (pictured on right) for their accomplishments in sports throughout the school year. 

U. S. Army Scholar-Athlete Awards

Jun 3, '12 11:18 AM by Frank for everyone

    SSgt. Pinion from the U.S. Army presented the U. S. Army Scholar-Athlete Awards to Gage Steckeland Miranda Wilson. Recipients of this award are determined by faculty nominations and must demonstrate commitment to both academics and athletics.

Shannon Parr Receives Benny Stach Award

Jun 3, '12 11:15 AM by Frank for everyone

    Benny Stach was a Rossville student who lost his life in an auto accident during his Senior year.  His classmates and family began the award in Benny’s memory.  It is awarded to an RHS student who displays many of the qualities Benny possessed.  Nominations and the final selection are made by the faculty based on several qualities, including friendliness, helpfulness, understanding, and warmth for others. Shannon Parr was presented the award. 

Ryan Yocum Receives Dale Dennis Award

Jun 3, '12 11:10 AM by Frank for everyone

 

   The Dale Dennis Excellence in Education Award was established in 1996 by Kansas administrators to honor the long and valuable service that Dale Dennis gave to Kansas education.  It is based on Citizenship, Service, Scholarship, and Common Sense.  The award was presented to Ryan Yocum. 

KSASAA Citizenship Awards

Jun 3, '12 11:09 AM by Frank for everyone

    The Kansas State High School Activities Association each year awards one male and one female student from each high school with a citizenship award.  Individuals receiving this award must demonstrate respect for fellow students, the citizens of the community, adults, and their country.  They must also show respect and tolerance for others, good sportsmanship, and good citizenship.  Mark Smith and Miranda Wilson were given this award.

Steckel & Crow Receive Legion Awards

Jun 3, '12 11:03 AM by Frank for everyone

    The American Legion Jimmy Lillard Post 31 awards two students each year from Rossville High School with a certificate and medal.  The students are chosen by the faculty based on the criteria of courage, honor, leadership, patriotism, scholarship, and service.  This year, presented by Mr. Kenny Wichman, the American Legion awarded Gage Steckel and Kelsey Crow with the honor.

Kelsey Crow Named to All-State Academic Team

Jun 3, '12 11:06 AM by Frank for everyone

    This award is sponsored by the Topeka Capital-Journal. Every Kansas high school selects one individual to represent their school based on academic and extracurricular performances.  With a GPA of 4.214, Kelsey Crow was named to the Topeka Capital-Journal Honorable Mention All State Academic Team.

Samuel Reesor Receives Math & Science Award

Jun 3, '12 10:59 AM by Frank for everyone

 

   Each year, in conjunction with Kansas State University’s College of Engineering, Rossville High School’s math and science teachers are asked to nominate one individual they believe is the best student in each of these two subjects.  This year, teachers selected Samuel Reesor to receive this honor.

John Paul Moore Receives Two Awards

Jun 3, '12 10:55 AM by Frank for everyone

   John Paul  "J.P." Moore was awarded the Ron Monhollon Memorial Scholarship at the annual Spring Awards Night held at Rossville High School.

    J.P. has also received the NCKTC Award and will be attending North Central Kansas Technical College in the fall for the Auto Collision Repair program.

Ashley Brummer Receives Alumni Scholarship

Jun 3, '12 10:51 AM by Frank for everyone

  

  The $750 RHS Alumni Scholarship, was awarded to Ashley Brummer at the annual Spring Awards Night held at Rossville High School.  The Alumni Association, represented by Mrs. Helen Lytle, was founded in 1998 and has awarded over $7500 to deserving students in this 14-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. Ashley will be attending Kansas State University in the fall to major in Business and Accounting.

Carley Conley Receives Methodist Award

Jun 3, '12 10:49 AM by Frank for everyone

    Carley Conley received the $1000 Rossville United Methodist Church Scholarship at the annual Spring Awards Night held at Rossville High School. The award was presented to Carley by Pastor Lori Schwilling. Carley plans to attend Kansas State University in the fall to major in agriculture.

Kelcy Horak Receives KVEA Scholarship

Jun 3, '12 10:46 AM by Frank for everyone

    The Kaw Valley Education Association annually raises money and presents scholarships to an RHS and SMHS student planning to pursue a career in education. This year’s RHS award was presented to Kelcy Horak at the annual Spring Awards Night held at Rossville High School. Kelcy plans to pursue a teaching degree in elementary education at Kansas State University.

 

llona Miller Receives First Perine Scholarship

Jun 3, '12 10:29 AM by Frank for everyone

  

  The Doug Perine Memorial Scholarship was established this year and awarded at Rossville High School during the annual Spring Awards Night. The Perine family wanted to honor Doug, a long time community figure, by presenting the $500 scholarship to an RHS student planning to continue their education in an area related to medicine. Ilona Miller was the first recipient of the award. She will attend Baker University in the fall to pursue a degree in physical therapy. Ilona has also receivedBaker academic and softball scholarships.

Masonic Grand Lodge Essay Contest Winners.

Jun 3, '12 10:25 AM by Frank for everyone

    Mr. Jim Dodge announced the winners of the Kansas Masonic Grand Lodge Essay Contest at the annual Spring Awards Night held at Rossville High School. This year’s subject was “Who is the most prominent Kansas figure from its 150 year history?” Jason Logan, a Junior at RHS, wrote the winning essay on Dwight D. Eisenhower. Three runner-up awards were also given: Nathan Julian, an RHS 2012 graduate, wrote on William Allen White; Kelsey Crow, an RHS 2012 graduate, wrote on Robert Dole; and Darcy Smith, a junior at RHS, wrote on Amelia Earhart. 

Kelsey Crow Awarded Three Scholarships

Jun 3, '12 10:22 AM by Frank for everyone

 

  Kelsey Crow received three scholarships at the annual Spring Awards Night held at Rossville High School. She was presented the $150 Pete Darting Memorial Scholarship by Mr. Kenny Darting and Mr. Rod Brown.  The Darting Scholarship was established in 2008 by the Darting family to honor Mr. Darting, who was an avid supporter of the Rossville Dawgs. 

    Kelsey had previously received the Custom Wood Products Scholarship. This $1000 renewable scholarship was established by Donald and Pamela Lake to further Custom Wood’s commitment to the communities of Rossville and St. Marys. 

    Kelsey was also awarded the P.E.O. Scholarship. This $300 scholarship is awarded annually to young ladies from each of the area high schools. She has also received the KSU Leadership Scholarship, the Topeka Panhellenic Scholarship, and the YWCA Future Leader Scholarship. She will continue her education at Kansas State University in the fall to study BioChemistry.

Gage Steckel Receives Hartshorn Award

Jun 3, '12 10:18 AM by Frank for everyone

  Gage Steckel was awarded the Larry Hartshorn Memorial Scholarship at the annual Spring Awards Night held at Rossville High School. Mr. Brock Hartshorn presented Gage the $500 award to honor his father. Gage will attend Washburn University in the fall and has also received a Washburn academic scholarship.

Chris Hadsall Receives Hillebert Scholarship

Jun 3, '12 10:17 AM by Frank for everyone

    Chris Hadsall received the Kenny Hillebert Memorial Scholarship at the annual Spring Awards Night held at Rossville High School. This is a $200 award given by Ken and Carol Hillebert in memory of their son Kenny.  Kenny grew up and attended school in Rossville and was in a fatal car accident during his Junior year. The scholarship is awarded annually to someone who reflects the type of person Kenny was, including showing respect for others and community and school pride. He also received theRon Monhollon Memorial Scholarship, the NCKTC Award, and theKansas Vocational Scholarship. Chris will be attending North Central Kansas Technical College in the fall for the Auto Collision Repair program. 

Multiple Scholarships Awarded To Dylan Brown

Jun 3, '12 10:13 AM by Frank for everyone

  

     Dylan Brown received several scholarships during the annual Spring Awards Night held at Rossville High School. He was awarded the $200H & R Block Scholarship, which is donated by H & R Block of Silver Lake and is based entirely on a hand written application and essay. 

      Dylan received the Mathew Gustafson Memorial Scholarship, a $200 award presented annually by Shirley and David Gustafson and their family in memory of their son Mathew, who was a student at Rossville High School. He was also awarded the $500 Cole Arnold Memorial Scholarship, presented annually by Toby and Ann McCullough in memory of their son Cole who died in a car accident the summer before his Senior year. 

    The Rossville High School Alumni Association, represented by Mrs. Helen Lytle, awarded Dylan the $600 RHS Alumni Scholarship. The Association was founded in 1998 and has awarded over $7500 to deserving students in this 14-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. 

    The Rossville Booster Club began a new tradition this year of awarding a scholarship to a student participating in a KSHSAA activity throughout high school. Mrs. Karen Dick presented Dylan the $200 scholarship and the honor of being the first recipient. He will attend Kansas State University in the fall to major in Athletic Training.

Rebeka Duran Receives Scholarships

Jun 3, '12 10:10 AM by Frank for everyone

 

  Rebeka Duran was the recipient of three scholarships at the annual Spring Awards Night held at Rossville High School. She received the $200 Les Hallmark Memorial Scholarship, which 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. 

    Beka received the Cecile Zlatnik Memorial Scholarship of $250. This scholarship is awarded annually to recognize individuals who demonstrate outstanding character, service, and leadership. 

    Beka was also presented the Duane Parr Memorial Scholarship of $500, which 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. Beka participated in band all four years at RHS and will attend Emporia State University in the fall, where she plans to major in Elementary Education and Spanish.

Rattlers Defeat Lee's Summit Monarchs

Jun 3, '12 9:29 AM by Frank for everyone

    The Rossville Rattlers are now 2-1 on the season after a win over the Lee's Summit Monarchs 7-3 Saturday night at Joe Campbell Stadium.

    The Rattler offense was led by J.D. Garetson 's 3-run shot in the 7th inning putting the game away for good.

    The Rattlers are back in action Sunday afternoon June 3rd, at 1:00 PM, at Joe Campbell Stadium in a rematch against  the Midwest Bruins.

All Mid-East League Softball Team

Jun 2, '12 8:03 AM by Frank for everyone

ALL MID-EAST LEAGUE SOFTBALL TEAM

FIRST TEAM

Amanda Davis, St. Marys; Bailey Elliott, Rock Creek; Jordan Haya, Wabaunsee; Bailee Henry, Wabaunsee; Katie Hodges, Rock Creek; Taylor Kirk, Rossville; Ashlyn Lane, Silver Lake; Megan Lockwood, Silver Lake; Kelsey Manuel, Rossville; Ilona Miller, Rossville; Jamie Pfannenstiel, Silver Lake; Rachel Rheaume, Riley County; Megan Srna, Rock Creek; Patty Thomas, St. Marys; Ashley Womack, Silver Lake.

HONORABLE MENTION

Caitline Christenson, Rock Creek; Taylor Falk, Wabaunsee; Kalie Fischer, Silver Lake; Perry Krogman, Silver Lake; Hannah McDowell, St. Marys; Maria Moylan, St. Marys; Heidi Prockish, Riley County; Kelsey Quinn, Rock Creek; Jessi Snapp, Rock Creek; Jessica Wehrli, Rossville.

Mid-East League Announces Baseball All-Stars

Jun 2, '12 8:00 AM by Frank for everyone

ALL MID-EAST LEAGUE BASEBALL TEAM

FIRST TEAM

Shane Adams, Rock Creek; Cole Brecheisen, Rossville; Tyler Brown, Silver Lake; Evan Burdiek, Silver Lake; Kasey Clark, St. Marys; Kyle Hammer, Rossville; Ryan Harshbarger, Rock Creek; Taylor Hartshorn, Rossville; Dailin Kruger, Silver Lake; Brandon Lutgen, Rock Creek; Gavin Royer, St. Marys; Scott Shinn, Rossville; Bret Shoemaker, Riley County; Josh Srna, Rock Creek; Collin Wood, Riley County.

HONORABLE MENTION

Dalton Catron, Rossville; Zach Haya, Wabaunsee; Dylan Holthaus, Silver Lake; Jordan Lindstrom, Riley County; Sam Reesor, Rossville; Chase Ray, Silver Lake; John Stewart, St. Marys; Gage Steckel, Rossville; Eric Willard, Rock Creek.

Rattlers Defeat Midwest Bruins

Jun 2, '12 7:46 AM by Frank for everyone

    The Rossville Rattlers  bounced back from their opening game loss to the Joplin Outlaws for a home run extravaganza as they defeated the Midwest Bruins 19-1 on June 1 at Joe Campbell Memorial Stadium.    The below video shows some game highlights.

http://www.kansasfirstnews.com/content/sports/story/Golden-Giants-toss-no-hitter-Rattlers-score-19/Vjs3OydTlUG-O2ZGndqxsg.cspx#.T8m_KosHGeg.facebook

Rattler Video

Jun 2, '12 7:35 AM by Frank for everyone

    Below is a link to a Channel 27 video of the Rossville Rattlers with coach and player interviews.  

http://www.kansasfirstnews.com/content/sports/story/Rossville-Rattlers-begin-inaugural-summer-season/k9e0N5BN5UWImetzymgopw.cspx

Four Dawgs Make All-State Baseball Team

Jun 1, '12 9:17 PM by Frank for everyone

THE KANSAS BASEBALL COACHES ASSOCIATION HAS RELEASED THEIR ALL-STATE SELECTIONS FOR 2012,

THE CLASS 3A FIRST TEAM

Pitcher – T.J. Segebart, sr., Council Grove; Cody Easterday, jr., Bluestem; Matt Standlee, jr., Frontenac; Nick Hammeke, sr., Thomas More. Closer — Shane Pokorney, sr., Wellsville. 1B — Scott Shinn, jr., Rossville. 2B — Taylor Hartshorn, jr., Rossville. 3B — Broc Finch, sr., Council Grove. SS — Cole Gardner, sr., Wellsville. OF — Cole Brecheisen, jr., Rossville; Blake Jones, jr., Sacred Heart; Dailin Kruger, so., Silver Lake; Gavin Royer, jr., St. Marys. Catcher — Josh Srna, sr., Rock Creek. U — Matt Loveland, jr., Wichita Independent. DH — Kasey Clark, jr., St. Marys.

SECOND TEAM

Pitcher — Kyle Hammer, jr., Rossville; Brandon Lutgen, jr., Rock Creek; Grant Bachura, sr., Council Grove; Shane Adams, jr., Rock Creek. Closer — Andrew Pjesky, sr., Halstead. 1B — Tyler Morrill, sr., Riverton. 2B — Matt Womacks, sr., Bluestem. 3B — Dalton Dooley, jr., Sacred Heart. SS — Ryan Harshbarger, sr., Rock Creek. OF — Cooper Wedel, sr., Moundridge. Nolan Rush, sr., Wellsville; Nate Grimaldi, jr., Colgan; Josh Locke, sr., Sedgwick. Catcher — Daniel Vogt, sr., Sedgwick. U — Sam Gilbert, sr., Pittsburg-Colgan. DH — Cade Minnick, sr., Bluestem.

Pitcher of the Year — Shane Pokorney, sr., Wellsville.

Player of the Year — Josh Srna, sr., Rock Creek.

Coach of the Year — Chad Herren, Rock Creek.

Lois Schoemann Passes Away

Jun 1, '12 8:11 PM by Frank for everyone

    Mrs. Lois Schoemann, age 86, of Topeka since 2002, passed away May 31, 2012.  

    Lois lived on a farm in the Sandy Hook area about 3.5 miles SE of St. Marys for 55 years before moving to Topeka.  She worked in the teaching profession for many years in various capacities, including being a 4H leader.

    A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 A.M. Monday, June 4, 2012 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in St. Marys. Interment will be in Mt. Calvary Cemetery, St. Marys. Mrs. Schoemann will lie in state after 6:00 P.M. Sunday, June 3, 2012 and there will be a prayer vigil at 7:00 P.M. at Piper Funeral Home in St. Marys.  To read the complete obituary and to visit her guestbook or leave a memorial,  go to:

http://piperfuneralhome.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=645031&page=profile

Rossville Rattlers Begin Season

Jun 1, '12 8:01 AM by Frank for everyone

    The Rossville Rattles lost their inaugeral game to  Joplin on May 31 by a 4-0 score at Joe Campbell Memorial Stadium.   For a nice story about the team,  go to:

http://cjonline.com/sports/2012-05-31/kevin-haskin-rattlers-give-rossville-new-hiss

Naomi Ganson Passes Away

May 31, '12 6:48 AM by Frank for everyone

    Naomi E. Ganson, 92, passed away Sunday, May 27, 2012 at the Midland Hospice House in Topeka. 

    She was born April 11, 1920 at Union Star, MO, and moved to the Rossville community in 1943 and to Willard in 1952. She had an antique shop in her home and had run the Willard grocery store for several years. 

    Survivors include two daughters, Elizabeth  (Pendleton)(56) Miller, Topeka and Marilene (Pendleton)(59) Stockman, Rossville; nine grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. 

    Funeral services will be at 10:00 A.M. Thursday, May 31, 2012 at Piper Funeral Home in St. Marys. Interment will be in the Rossville Cemetery, Rossville.

    For the complete obituary, or to leave condolences or a memorial contribution,  go to:

http://www.piperfuneralhome.com/sitemaker/sites/piperf0/obit.cgi?user=643587Ganson

2012 Valedictorian and Salutatorian

May 30, '12 10:37 PM by Frank for everyone

Rossville High School announced their top scholars at graduation on May 20, 2012.  Pictured from left is Salutatorian Rachel Beiker and Valedictorian Kelsey Crow.

Top 11 Graduates for 2012

May 30, '12 10:21 PM by Frank for everyone

 Rossville High School announced the Top 11 Seniors of the Class of 2012 at graduation exercises on Sunday, May 20, 2012. The following seniors were recognized for their academic accomplishments: Rachel Beiker, Ashley Brummer, Kelsey Crow, Kelsey Manuel, Ilona Miller, Jacob O’Mara, Samuel Reesor, Gage Steckel, Melinda Wilson, Miranda Wilson, and Ryan Yocum.

 

Hailey Hoobler (05) Graduates From Baker

May 30, '12 5:07 PM by Frank for everyone

 

    Hailey Hoobler of Maple Hill recently graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from  Baker University.  The  Baker U. nursing school is located at the Stormont-Vail Healthcare campus in Topeka.  

Mindy Wilson (12) Heads to Ft. Hays in Fall

May 30, '12 4:41 PM by Frank for everyone

 

     RHS senior Mindy Wilson has signed a Letter of Intent to participate in Track and Field at Ft. Hays State University in Hays, KS for the coming year.  Mindy was won several state championships in her four years at Rossville in helping the school win the state 3A championship the last 3 years. Her specialties are the 300 hurdles and 100 and 200 meter dashes as well as being on the relay team.  

      

Vivian Parr Passes Away

May 28, '12 8:37 AM by Frank for everyone

   

    Vivian H. Parr, 89, of Lawrence, formerly of Baldwin City and a long time resident of Rossville, passed away Saturday, May 26, 2012. 

    She was born December 8, 1922 in Hoyt, Kansas, the daughter of George and Mayme (Cox) Tolin. She was a graduate of Hoyt High School in 1940. She attended Strickler s Business College in Topeka. Mrs. Parr was employed by Kansas Power & Light in Topeka and later worked for Silver Lake State Bank from 1971, retiring in 1986. She was a member of the Rossville United Methodist Church. 

    Vivian married Duane I. Parr on December 20, 1947 in Topeka. He preceded her in death on January 9, 2006. Survivors include a son, J.D. Parr and his wife Nancy, Baldwin City, KS; a daughter, Patti Wilmoth and her husband John, Sanger, TX; her grandchildren, Annie Parr Ammons and her husband, Trey of Overland Park, Ellie Parr of Baldwin City, Laura Wilmoth of Lewisville, TX and Kathryn Wilmoth of Denton, TX; a sister, Ferne Morse of Topeka and a sister-in-law, Mary Tolin of Topeka. She was preceded in death by a sister, Lorene Williamson; two brothers, Joyce and Gerald Tolin. 

    A funeral service will be at 1 p.m., Wednesday, May 30, 2012 at the Penwell-Gabel Mid-Town Chapel, 1321 SW 10th Ave., Topeka. Interment will follow at Rossville Cemetery. The family will receive friends an hour prior to the service on Wednesday. Memorial contributions may be made to Duane and Vivian Parr Memorial Scholarship Fund, in care of Silver Lake Bank, 209 Railroad St., Silver Lake, KS 66539. To leave a message for the family online, please visitwww.PenwellGabelTopeka.com. 

Girls 3A State Meet Results At Wichita

May 28, '12 7:59 AM by Frank for everyone

TEAM SCORES

Rossville 74, TMP-Marian 48, Garden Plain 46, Cimarron 30, Scott Community 28, Norton Community 27, Conway Springs 26, Douglass 25, Hillsboro 24, Rock Creek 24, Marysville 23, Sedgwick 21½, Beloit 20½, Hoisington 20, Riverside 18, Sabetha 17, Phillipsburg 14, Nemaha Valley 11, Hutchinson Trinity 11, Horton 11, Riverton 10, St. Marys 10, Minneapolis 9, Riley County 9, Marion 8½, Eureka 8, Moundridge 6, Bluestem 6, Holcomb 4, Belle Plaine 3½, Lakin 3, Council Grove 3, Fredonia 2, Central Heights 2, Colgan 2, Burlington 2, Kingman 2, Wellsville 1, Atchison County 1, Osage City 1.

INDIVIDUAL FINALS

100 — 1. Mandy Wilson, Rossville, 12.36; 2. Kelly Wycoff, Scott Community, 12.52; 3. Renae Stucky, Moundridge, 12.56; 4. Mindy Wilson, Rossville, 12.71; 5. Emily Doffing, Conway Springs, 12.72; 6. Beth Francis, Sedgwick, 12.80; 7. Raegan Vanderplas, Phillipsburg, 12.81.

200 — 1. Kelly Wycoff, Scott Community, 26.28; 2. Mandy Wilson, Rossville, 26.40; 3. Blair Russell, Marysville, 26.89; 4. Mindy Wilson, Rossville, 27.14; 5. Jodi Johnson, Council Grove, 27.48; 6. Emily Doffing, Conway Springs, 27.51; 7. Bailey Brown, Beloit, 27.54.

400 — 1. Mandy Wilson, Rossville, 57.49; 2. Kelly Wycoff, Scott City, 57.96; 3. Conner Schultz, Wathena, 59.97; 4. Blair Russell, Marysville, 1:01.17; 5. Bailey Brown, Beloit, 1:01.31; 6. Jonelle Reinhert. Bluestem, 1:01.72; 7. Sarah Wright, Douglass, 1:01.92.

800 — 1. Heather Ruder, TMP-Marian, 2:23.93; 2. Callie Serene, Hillsboro, 2:27.03; 3. Mackenzie Dunbar, Riverton, 2:27.21; 4. Ashley Rottinghaus, Nemaha Valley, 2:27.23; 5. Stacy Sones, Conway Springs, 2:28.46; 6. Cassie Hollenback, Douglass, 2:28.47; 7. Moira Myers, Colgan, 2:29.63.

1,600 — 1. Heather Ruder, TMP-Marian, 5:17.80; 2. Leah Murata, Horton, 5:23.53; 3. Emily Sechrist, Hillsboro, 5:24.17; 4. Savannah Wright, Douglass, 5:26.85; 5. Mackenzie Dunbar, Riverton, 5:31.48; 6. Allison Pfeifer, TMP-Marian, 5:38.63; 7. Kari Blattner, Cimarron, 5:42.90.

100 hurdles — 1. Shannon Parr, Rossville, 15.07; 2. Emily Doffing, Conway Springs, 15.14; 3. Sierra Hays, Garden Plain, 15.71; 4. Kyshia Prieto, Holcomb, 15.99; 5. Eva Koopman, Cimarron, 16.15; 6. Rebekah Voran, Kingman, 16.40; 7. Kali Johnson, Riverton, 16.65.

300 hurdles — 1. Emily Doffing, Conway Springs, 45.58; 2. Mindy Wilson, Rossville, 45.60; 3. Sierra Hays, Garden Plain, 47.07; 4. Morgan Ediger, Cimarron, 47.15; 5. Kara Simmons, Lakin, 47.32; 6. Konner Brening, Hutchinson Trinity, 47.82; 7. Holly Kuckelman, Nemaha Valley, 47.98.

400 relay — 1. Phillipsburg (Sadie Rodriguez, Raegan Vanderplas, Cassie Wells, Kylah Ellis), 50.75; 2. Sedgwick, 51.09; 3. Marysville, 51.26; 4. Nemaha Valley, 51.94; 5. Hutchinson Trinity, 51.98; 6. Riley County, 52.37; 7. Minneapolis, 52.47.

1,600 relay — 1. Rossville (Mindy Wilson, Shannon Parr, Andrea Rietcheck, Mandy Wilson), 4:08.80; 2. Minneapolis, 4:14.02; 3. Hutchinson Trinity 4:16.20; 4. Hoisington, 4:17.26; 5. Marysville, 4:17.49; 6. Scott Community, 4:18.37; 7. Riley County, 4:19.62.

3,200 relay — 1. Douglass (Savannah Wright, Cassie Hollenback, Susie Wright, Sarah Wright), 9:58.43; 2. TMP-Marian, 10:02.74; 3. Riley County, 10:14.49; 4. Norton, 10:20.90; 5. Cimarron, 10:21.09; 6. Nemaha Valley, 10:22.14; 7. Colgan, 10:23.88.

High jump — 1. Shannon Parr, Rossville, 5-10; 2. Lindsay Wehkamp, Cimarron, 5-4; 3. Eva Koopman, Cimarron, 5-4; 4. Abi Degenhardt, Marysville, 5-2; 5. Allison McNary, Sabetha, 5-2; 6. (tie) Whitney Gordon, Marion, 5-0; Lora Bebermeyer, Sedgwick, 5-0.

Triple jump — 1. Savannah Rose, Hoisington, 37-7¼; 2. Conner Schultz, Wathena, 36-11¼; 3. Sierra Hays, Garden Plain, 36-5½; 4. Isabella Meier, Beloit, 35-1½; 5. Shania Wilkison, Phillipsburg, 34-11½; 6. Shelby Mrkwa, Fredonia, 34-10¾; 7. Bethany Renyer, Garden Plain, 34-8¼.

Shot put — 1. Brandy Lowe, St. Mary’s, 38-3½; 2. Janelle Hoheisel, Garden Plain, 37-0; 3. Teslee Nickell, Norton, 35-11½; 4. Elizabeth Herrs, Rock Creek, 35-8; 5. Alex Melvin, Norton, 35-7; 6. Madison Stewart, Burlington, 35-3½; 7. Cami Engelbert, Beloit, 35-2½.

Javelin — 1. Elizabeth Herrs, Rock Creek, 148-1 (new record; old record 147-4 in 2011 by Elizabeth Herrs, Rock Creek); 2. Haley Pitko, Eureka, 134-5; 3. Heidi Heiniger, Sabetha, 124-10; 4. Janelle Hoheisel, Garden Plain, 122-9.

Neil and Adrienne Olejnik Have a Girl

May 27, '12 11:39 PM by Frank for everyone

Neil and Adrienne Olejnik of  Rossville are the proud parents of a new baby  girl born May 26 at St. Frances Hopital.

Rossvill Senior Trio Leaves Golden Legacy

May 27, '12 11:36 PM by Frank for everyone

    The Capital Journal had a nice story about the senior trio of Mindy and Mandy Wilspn and Shannon Parr and their 4 year quest for excellence and how they claimed three straight 3A State Championships.

http://cjonline.com/sports/2012-05-27/rossville-senior-trio-leaves-golden-legacy

Jim and Jan (Harth)(60) Dodge To Celebrate 50th

May 27, '12 9:39 AM by Frank for everyone

    Jim and Jan Dodge of Rossville will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with a reception for relatives and friends on Sunday, June 3, 2012, from 2:00-4:00 p.m. at the Rossville Christian Church, 411 Spruce, in Rossville. The couple was married on Sunday, June 3, 1962, at the church.

    Their children and spouses are David and Colleen Dodge, Topeka, and Jerry and Karen Manhart, Shawnee. They have five grandchildren: Casey, Darrin and Danielle Dodge; Abbie and Chad Manhart. 

    Jim is a retired member of Sheet Metal Workers Union Local #2, formerly Local #77. He retired from Stevenson Co., Inc., Topeka, in 2001. Jan retired from the U.S. Bank in 2001.    

RHS Girls Three-Peat 3A State Title

May 27, '12 1:58 AM by Frank for everyone

    Behind dominating performances by  seniors Mindy and Mandy Wilson and Shannon Parr,  the RHS girls pulled off another 3A State Title in Track and Field.

    Parr's High Jump of 5-10 is the third best mark in the nation this year for HS girls and followed her win the the 100 Hurdles.

    Mindy lost her 300 M Hurdle crown from last year by only .02 seconds in what looked to be a dead heat.

    Mandy won both the 100 and 400 but was edged out in the 200.  

    Rossville claimed  the title with a dominating performance in the 1,600 relay with  the Wilsons and Parr teaming with freshman Andrea Rietcheck to win by more than five seconds in 4:08.80.   The Dawgs accumulated 74 points to runner up TMP-Marians 48 points.

    There is a nice large article about the girls at:

http://cjonline.com/sports/2012-05-26/parr-wilsons-lift-rossville-3a-team-title

3a State Track and Field

May 25, '12 11:35 PM by Frank for everyone

Only 3 events completed on Friday,  none of which is important to the Dawgs.   In some of the preliminaries,  Mindy, Mandy and Shannon are doing very well,  and the 1600 M relay team was first in the preliminaries.   The finals will be on Sat., May 26, at Wichita.

3A State Girls Team Scores (through 3 of 18 events)

Thomas More Prep 17, Norton 14, Garden Plain 11, Hillsboro 10, Rock Creek 10, Douglass 8, Sabetha 8, Marion 7, Bluestem 4, Beloit 3½, Belle Plaine 3½, Horton 3, Wellsville 1, Osage City 1, Atchison County 1.

Individual Finals

3200 — 1. Emily Sechrist, Hillsboro, 11:42.36; 2. Heather Ruder, Thomas More Prep, 11:45.78; 3. Savannah Wright, Douglass, 11:56.31; 4. Brenda McCollum, Bluestem, 12:07.52; 5. Leah Murata, Horton, 12:10.61; 6. Mackenzie McBeth, Douglass, 12:25.45; 7. Andrew Koger, Osage City, 12:27.09.

Pole vault — 1. Bailey Ambrosier, Norton, 9-6; 2. (tie) Emilie Taylor, TMP, 9-6; Alicia Maloney, Marion, 9-6; 4. (tie) Kali Ast, Belle Plaine, 9-6; Madison Hewitt, Beloit, 9-6; 6. Megan Gottschalk, TMP, 9-0; 7. Erica Sweeney, Wellsville, 9-0.

Discus — 1. Elizabeth Herrs, Rock Creek, 131-11; 2. Kayla Renyer, Sabetha, 127-9; 3. Emily Puetz, Garden Plain, 118-5; 4. Alec Melvin, Norton, 116-6; 5. Noelle Dooley, Garden Plain, 115-11; 6. Natalie Dooley, Garden Plain, 115-07; 7. Haley Reiff, Atchison County, 113-8.

Preliminaries

200 — Mandy Wilson, Rossville, 26.74; Kelly Wycoff , Scott City, 26.54; Blair Russell, Marysville, 26.49;Mindy Wilson, Rossville, 27.20; Bailey Brown, Beloit, 27.22; Jamie Lovett, Sedgwick, 27.22; Emily Doffing, Conway Springs, 27.36; Jodi Johnson, Council Grove, 27.45.

400 — Mandy Wilson, Rossville, 58.28; Kelly Wycoff, Scott City, 58.88; Conner Schultz, Wathena, 59.16; Sarah Wright, Douglass, 1:01.53; Blair Russell, Marysville, 1:00.08; Bailey Brown, Beloit, 1:00.26; Mackenzie Dunbar, Riverton, 1:01.40; Jonelle Reinhert, Bluestem, 1:01.88.

100 hurdles — Shannon Parr, Rossville, 15.07; Emily Doffing, Conway Springs, 15.90; Sierra Hays, Garden Plain, 15.29; Rebekah Voran, Kingman, 16.15; Eva Koopman, Cimarron, 16.22; McKayla Brezina, Nemaha Valley, 16.50; Kali Johnson, Riverton, 16.51; Kyshia Prieto, Holcomb, 16.77.

300 hurdles — Emily Doffing, Conway Springs, 46.76; Mindy Wilson, Rossville, 47.08; Sierra Hays, Garden Plain, 46.80; Morgan Ediger, Cimarron, 47.67; Konner Brening, Hutchinson Trinity, 47.88; Kara Simmons, Lakin, 48.50; Rebekah Voran, Kingman, 48.71; Holly Kuckelman, Nemaha Valley, 48.78.

400 relay — Sedgwick, 50.57; Phillipsburg, 51.02; Marysville, 50.98; Hutchinson Trinity, 51.37; Minneapolis, 51.43; Russell, 51.52; Riley County, 51.60; Nemaha Valley, 51.93.

1600 relay — Rossville, 4:08.73; Minneapolis, 4:11.33; Douglass, 4:11.50; Marysville, 4:12.60; Hutchinson Trinity, 4:14.11; Hoisington, 4:14.18; Riley County, 4:14.68; Scott City, 4:16.95.

Mindy and Mandy Finish Up This Weekend

May 24, '12 5:53 PM by Frank for everyone

    From the 5/25/12 Capital-Journal.

Though it seems like they’ve been at Rossville forever, the farewell tour for the Wilson twins, Mandy and Mindy, finally is here. The duo has been nothing short of spectacular during their four-year career, leading the Bulldogs to two state titles and combining to win nine state gold medals. Mandy is looking to complete the career sweep of the 400 and has the top time in 3A this year at 58.2, though Scott City’s Kelly Wycoff isn’t far behind (58.3). The title that has eluded Mandy is the 100, where she was third last year, but she’s got the top time in 3A this year. She’ll also challenge Wycoff in the 200 with Mindy also in the field in both races. Centralia’s Michael Glatczak is the only boys’ area qualifier in the 100, 200 and 400, but will have his hands full to win any of the three.

Eleanor Baumchen Passes Away

May 23, '12 9:17 AM by Frank for everyone

    Eleanor Baumchen, 94, passed away Tuesday, May 22, 2012 at the St. Marys Manor. 

    She was born September 22, 1917 at Delia, the daughter of Peter and Nellie Grace Lane. Mrs. Baumchen grew up in the Delia community and graduated from Delia High School. 

     She was married to Albert Baumchen 2/10/45 in Delia.

     Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 A.M. Friday, May 25, 2012 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in St. Marys. Mrs. Baumchen will lie in state from 9:00 A.M. until service time on Friday morning at the church. Interment will be in Mt. Calvary Cemetery, St. Marys. 

     For the complete obituary , or to leave online condolences or a memorial,  go to:

   http://www.piperfuneralhome.com/sitemaker/sites/piperf0/obit.cgi?user=637644Baumchen

Kelsey Crow Is Class Validictorian for 2012

May 23, '12 9:10 AM by Frank for everyone

    Kelsey Crow is the validictorian of the RHS class of 2012.  She also a Governor's Scholar and also Honorable Mention Academic All-State.

Rachel Beiker (12) Is Saluatorian of 2012 Class

May 23, '12 9:08 AM by Frank for everyone

    Rachel Beiker is this year's class Saluatorian.  She was also honored as a Governor's Scholar.

Kenny Heiland (60) To Celebrate His 70th.

May 23, '12 8:55 AM by Frank for everyone

   

     Friends of Kenny Heiland  are invited to help Kenny  celebrate his 70th birthday at a barbecue lunch with cake and refreshments at 1 p.m. Sunday, May 27, at the Pottawatomie National Indian Center on US-24 Highway in Rossville.   The hosts will be his family. They request no gifts, please.

2012 Graduation Photos

May 20, '12 10:12 PM by Frank for everyone

For several dozen photos of the 2012 graduation,  go to:

http://spotted.cjonline.com/photos/index.php?id=5554818

Dale Channel in 15K Run

May 20, '12 8:46 AM by Frank for everyone

    Dale Channel of Rossville came in second in the "Over 60" class of male runners in the 15K Spring Burn in Topeka on May 19.    The top three  finishers  were:   1. Bob Wenger, Topeka, 1:19:55; 2. Dale Channel, Rossville, 1:22:08; 3. Carl Bartley, Valley Falls, 1:41:45.

Class of 2012 Graduates

May 20, '12 8:36 AM by Frank for everyone

Rossville High School will hold commencement at 2 p.m. Sunday, May 20, in the school gymnasium.

Here is a list of graduates:

Rachel Beiker, Jerrymi Boles, Dylan Brown, Ashley Brummer,  Carley Conley,  Kelsey Crow,  Terry Dankenbring, Rebeka Duran,  Katheryn Eakin, Alex Enneking,  Alyssa Fisher, Ryan Flagler, Travis French, Morgan Frost, Valeria Fuentes,  Christopher Hadsall, Jessica Harden, Kayla Harden, Shelby Hinck-Cooper, Kelcy Horak, Kayla Hurla,  Aaron Johnston, Nathan Julian,  Brandon Kerwin, Kristin Klesath,  Elizabeth Ledeboer, Dustyn Lonnis, Marik Lyons,  Kelsey Manuel, Hannah Martinek, Mackenzie Matavosky, Ilona Miller, John Moore III, Samantha Moralez, Shad Morris, Jaycob Mulanax,  Jacob O’Mara,  Shannon Parr,  Levi Raine, Samuel Reesor,  Tanner Shobney, Mark Smith, Gage Steckel,  Matthew Taylor, Briana Thompson,  Michael VanderPutten, Luis Vega,  Derek Wehner, Joseph Wehner,  Jessica Wehrli, Melinda Wilson, Miranda Wilson, Jared Wright,  Ryan Yocum.