Dawgs Lose to Nemaha Central 56-28

The Nemaha  Central Thunder defeated the Rossville Dawgs 56-28 at  Rossville on Sept 19.

2A Volleyball Rankings By Max Preps

 Rossville dropped a few places down to No 7  on Sept 18 because of their loss to Jeff West.

1	Ellinwood	13-0-0	22.48	6.5
2	Moundridge	16-0-0	20.39	4.3
3	Hillsboro	12-4-0	16.44	9.8
4	Sedgwick	14-4-0	15.16	6.6
5	Oakley	18-0-0	14.89	-1.1
6	Medicine Lodge	14-1-0	14.47	0.3
7	Rossville	10-1-0	13.11	-0.0
8	Jefferson County North	12-0-0	12.81	-3.2

NEMAHA CENTRAL at ROSSVILLE, Sept. 19

Rossville pulled out its second straight nail-biting Big East League win last Friday, edging St. Marys, 40-34, while Nemaha Central topped Big East League foe Silver Lake, 42-7. Rossville defeated Silver Lake in OT on Sept 5.

Rossville senior quarterback Canann Mitchell has completed 26 of 45 passes for 295 yards and three touchdowns and carried the ball 33 times for 219 yards and three TDs. Senior Cameron Miller has caught 11 passes for 152 yards and two TDs.

Richard Heim Passes Away

 With heavy hearts, we share the passing of Richard "Dickie" Eugene Heim, 78, of St. Marys, Kansas, who left this world suddenly on September 8, 2025. A father, grandfather, brother, and friend, Dickie will be remembered for his humor, his resilience, and the way he always showed up-whether it was for a Saturday drive, a birthday, or simply to lend a hand.

Born and raised in St. Marys, Dickie graduated from St. Marys High School in 1964 and went on to work at Good Year and Allis Chalmers. He later returned home to take over the family hog farm-a legacy begun by his parents, William Eugene and Teresa Bernice DeWendt Heim. For Dickie, farming was more than a job-it was a way of life. He spent his life working on the farm he loved, surrounded by nature, and creating lasting beauty with his hands as a gifted woodworker.

Dickie was a man of humble talent and generous spirit. His woodworking was nothing short of extraordinary-his hands crafted cedar chests, china cabinets, tables, clocks, and countless other treasures that continue to grace the homes of family and friends.

He found joy in the simplicity of life: long drives through the countryside, telling stories, and surprising his children with unexpected grocery store hauls, often featuring steaks, French fries, and candy bars. This beloved tradition continued with his grandchildren, who could always count on finding 7-Up and Hershey's miniature chocolate bars in his icebox. At Christmas time, his signature gift was a classic box of Queen Anne's chocolate-covered cherries, his own sweet tradition.

And when a new grandchild or great-grandchild was on the way, he could hardly wait. Dickie almost always had a bike picked out before the baby was even born. His excitement was pure, overflowing, impossible to miss. That was Papa Heim: thoughtful, eager, and always one step ahead in showing his love.

Dickie was the kind of man who didn't need to speak loudly to be heard. His life spoke for him -in how he loved, how he gave, and how he stayed true to who he was. He was gentle, quietly funny, and deeply generous. His greatest role-and the one he cherished most-was being"Papa Heim" - a title he held with pride and lived out with immeasurable love. He loved with his whole heart and lived for the joy and laughter of his family.

He is survived by his daughters, Paula Bryan (Perry) and Mary Ann Schindler; his sisters, Ardene (the late Bill) Dickerson and Judy (Kent) Francis; grandchildren Christine (Cody), Cecilia (Blake), Jacob (Patricia), Madeline (Luke), Mariah (Jonathan), Matthew, Peter, and Lily; and great-grandchildren Jaycee, Lyndie, Colson, Liam, Cora, Pace, Riggin, and Braycen. He was preceded in death by his parents, William Eugene and Teresa Bernice DeWendt Heim, and his beloved son, Eugene Henry DeWendt Heim.

RHS And Jeff West Volleyball

 Rossville played Meriden-Jeff West on Sept. 16 with each team getting one win. The Lady Dawgs lost 25-8 and won 25-18

RHS-Hiawatha Volleyball

 Rossville played Hiawatha Sept 16 taking two games 25-22 and 25-21.

KVA 2A Rankings for Week Two Volleyball

Rossville moved up from #4 to #2 during the week of Sept 17

1. Ellinwood 11-0 (1)

2. Rossville 9-0 (4)

3. Moundridge 14-0 (2)

4. Oakley 16-0 (7)

5. Sedgwick 14-4 (3)

6. Hillsboro 10-4 (9)

7. Medicine Lodge 12-1 (8)

8. Jefferson County North 10-0 (NR)

9. Maranatha Christian 10-2 (5)

10. Valley Heights 10-5 (10)

Dawgs #2 In Kansas Fooball

 

1	Conway Springs	1-1	2.17	-15.2
2	Rossville	2-0	2.06	-3.0
3	St. Mary's-Colgan	2-0	-1.83	-16.4
4	Centralia	1-1	-9.33	-10.3
5	Sterling	2-0	-10.51	-20.3

Lloyd Calkins Passes Away

 Rossville - Lloyd Ray Calkins, 78, passed away on Thursday, February 20, 2025, at Rossville Healthcare in Rossville, Kansas. He was born on July 9, 1946, in Onega, Kansas, the son of Floren and Edith (Miles) Calkins.

Lloyd had lived in Osage City for most of his life.

Lloyd had worked on the family farm and then began working for Mennigers in Topeka in 1969. Where he achieved housekeeper of the year in 1990. He then became a bus driver and then an over the road truck driver. He then worked for the Osage County Recycling Center in Lyndon. Lloyd had attended the Section Church of Christ in Osage City. He had played in a bowling league for several years and enjoyed playing pool. 

On March 10, 1990, Lloyd was united in marriage to Janis Kerschenske.

Lloyd was preceded in death by his wife, Janis on December 21, 2013; by his parents, Floren and Edith and by his brother, Elmer Calkins.

Lloyd is survived by his two daughters, Holly Martin of Topeka and Diane Calkins; by his seven grandchildren and by his ten great-grandchildren.

Funeral services for Lloyd will be at 2:00pm on Wednesday, March 5 at the Feltner Funeral Chapel in Lyndon. Burial will be in the Osage City Cemetery. 

Craig McDowell Passs Away

Craiig passed away in Jan.  I missed it because I was in th hospital and rehab  for many weeks 

Craig Michael McDowell, 65, of Rossville, Kansas, passed away on January 29, 2025 surrounded by his loved ones after a long battle with cancer.

 He was born on March 5, 1959 to E.L. (Mac) and Judy Ann McDowell (Phillips) in Topeka, Kansas. Growing up, Craig went to Topeka High School. During his senior year he was involved in Vocational Industrial Club of America. In his spare time as a young adult he enjoyed working on his ’69 Nova and his ’72 Cutlass. He graduated in 1977 and joined the work force where he eventually went on to become a truck driver. He drove for several companies including American Freight, Frito Lay, and ABF. He retired from Capital Concrete Products in 2024. 

Around 1979-1980, he met Julia Ann Grochowsky while working at a local grocery store. It was in 2005 that Craig and Julie reconnected through a mutual friend and started dating. Julie moved to Rossville shortly after and joined Craig and three children.

On December 2, 2006 he married Julie, in Tecumseh. Craig and Julie loved to go on motorcycle rides, vacations and watching movies. Together as a family, some of their favorite thing to do was having cookouts and just spending time together outside on the patio. 

Craig was a member of International Brotherhood of Teamsters Local 696. He previously was a volunteer member of the Shawnee County Fire District #3.

When he wasn’t working, he enjoyed riding his motorcycle with friends, spending time with his family and friends, and watching western movies. 

Craig will be most remembered for his humor, his willingness to help those around him and his heart warming smile. Craig was an amazing husband, father and grandfather. 

Craig is survived by his loving wife, Julie McDowell, daughters, Madison (Wes) Chiles, and Caitlin (Bobby) Santacroce, as well as a son, Tate McDowell, brother, Kevin (Annie) McDowell, and grandchildren, Westley Chiles, Destiny Santacroce, Antonio Santacroce, Mariano Santacroce, Louis Santacroce, Arthur Santacroce, and his favorite Grand-dog , J.B. McDowell. He was preceded in death by his Father, E.L. (Mac)and Judy McDowell (Phillips).

RHS VB Ranked #2

1.  Ellinwood                                             10-0-0

2..  Rossville                                               9-0-0

3.   Hillsboro                                              10-4-0

Volleyball State 2A Leaders in Kansas

 After week two  Noaaville Junior Nora Riddick is number 2 in Hitting and also tied for number 2 in Kills.

Kenna Perine is #2 in Assists

Capital-Journal Player Of Week Nominee

 Andre Johnson, Rossville football

The senior running back and linebacker made key plays in the second half to help Rossville come from behind to defeat St. Marys. He secured the game-winning rushing touchdown from 1 yard away with less than a minute left to give the Bulldawgs a 40-34 win. 

Duane Zlatnik In Shawnee Co. Hall Of Fame

 Local sports greats Jerad Head, Trey Lewis, Brenda Stolle, Duane Zlatnik and the late Bob Davis will be inducted into the Topeka Shawnee County Sports Hall of Fame on Monday at Washburn University.

The Topeka Area Sports Commission will host the 20th annual Topeka Shawnee County Hall of Fame induction ceremony from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Washburn's Memorial Union.Zlatnik starred in football and wrestling at Rossville before becoming a three-year starter in the offensive line at Kansas.

Duane Zlatnik was a three-time state wrestling champion for the Bulldawgs and finished his career with a 148-13 record and a school-record 110 pins. He was a two-time All-Stater and Kansas Shrine Bowl pick in football.

Zlatnik was an All-Big 12 honoree for the Jayhawks and made 27 consecutive starts at right and left guard.

He is currently an assistant football and wrestling coach at Washburn Rural.