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County honors local ranching family as inaugural Riley County "Ruralpreneur" awardees
Summary
The commission recognized Sarah and Andy Larson as the first recipients of the Riley County Ruralpreneur recognition for their multi-generational ranch and local retail and floral ventures; the Larsons described farm origins, retail expansion and plans for future growth.
Kirk Bradfrey, chair of the World Economic Development Advisory Board, presented Sarah and Andy Larson as the inaugural Riley County Ruralpreneur award recipients, citing their local business development and community contributions.
Andy Larson described the family ranch history and local retail operation, and Sarah Larson described building the retail and floral businesses from a small start to a Main Street storefront. "We are honored to be the recipients of this first award," one of the Larsons said, thanking staff and the advisory board.
Why it matters: the recognition highlights locally grown small businesses and rural entrepreneurship that contribute to the county's economic and cultural life; no county action or funding was associated with the award.
