Rossville, which lost to Ellinwood in the 2A title match at Salina, is represented on the All-State Tournament team by 5-11 senior outside hitter Nora Burdiek and 5-4 sophomore setter Kenna Perine. This was Rossville's second straight Runner-up finish in the State Tourney.
Burdiek earned the all-state tourney honor for the second straight season.
Dr. John A. McFarland, Esq, 82, of St. Marys, died on Monday, November 2nd, 2026 at his home surrounded by his family.
A full obituary will be published later.
A rosary will be recited for John at 5:20 PM, on Friday, November 6th at The Immaculata, 701 N. 2nd St. in St. Marys. A sung Requiem Mass will be offered at 2:00 PM on Saturday, November 7th, also at The Immaculata, with burial following in Our Lady of Peace cemetery. The family will host a potluck reception in St. Joseph's Hall after the burial and all are welcome to join them; please bring a side dish to share.
The Requiem Mass will be livestreamed and can be viewed by clicking the following link at the time of the service: Click to view Requiem Mass.
