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Great Bend Holiday Open Houses Set for Nov. 8

Thursday, October 23

GREAT BEND, Kan. — The City of Great Bend, Great Bend Convention and Visitors Bureau, Great Bend Chamber of Commerce and Great Bend Alive invite local retailers and community members to participate in the 2025 “Holiday Open Houses” on Saturday, Nov. 8, to kick... Read More.

GBFD Kicks Off 50/50 Raffle Ahead of Third Annual Holiday Extravaganza

Thursday, October 23

GREAT BEND, Kan. – The Great Bend Fire Department has officially opened ticket sales for its 50/50 raffle and is inviting the public to its third annual Holiday Extravaganza on Saturday, Dec. 6, from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. at the Great Bend Events... Read More.

Diversicare Healthcare Services Celebrates Midwest CNA of the Year

Wednesday, October 22

Brentwood, TN (Oct. 21, 2025) — Diversicare Healthcare Services, LLC, proudly hosted its Midwest CNA Banquet on September 25, 2025, at Terradyne Country Club in Andover, KS. This special event recognized Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) from across Diversicare’s Kansas centers for their unwavering commitment... Read More.

Asian Longhorned Tick Confirmed in Kansas for the First Time

Tuesday, October 21

K-State veterinarian urges awareness for state’s cattle producers MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas animal health officials have confirmed the state’s first case of the invasive Asian longhorned tick, found in early October on a dog in Franklin County. The discovery was made through a passive surveillance program... Read More.

Chamber Ribbon Cutting Celebrates New Ownership and Fresh Vision at Sunflower Estates

Monday, October 20

GREAT BEND, Kan. — The Great Bend Chamber of Commerce held a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Sunflower Estates, a Mobile Home and RV Community, on Thursday, October 9th, 2025. Formerly known as Finer Mobile Home Park, Sunflower Estates is now under new ownership dedicated to... Read More.

Senator Marshall Announces Air Combat Command Decision to Make Kansas the New Home for Point Defense Battle Lab

Monday, October 20

WICHITA, Kan. – On Monday, U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas) praised the decision by Air Combat Command (ACC) to have The Kansas Air National Guard’s 184th Wing, headquartered at McConnell Air Force Base in Wichita, join the newly established Point Defense Task Force and serve as an... Read More.

Area Home Sales Down in September

Monday, October 20

Home sales in the area served by Prairie Land Realtor's Mid-Kansas Multiple listing service in September were down 14.5 percent from the same month a year ago. 112 homes sold region-wide last month, compared to 131 in September 2024. The median sales price region-wide at... Read More.

Understanding Forage Value of Kansas CRP Grasslands

Monday, October 20

K-State research shows seasonal variation in nutrient quality, guiding producers toward smarter grazing decisions MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas State University extension experts are calling attention to important factors producers should consider when using Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) lands for cattle forage. In a recent Agriculture... Read More.

Stafford County Economic Development is awarded $25,000 to complete Rural Champion Community Project on Childcare

Friday, October 17

MACKSVILLE, Kan. (Oct. 16, 2025) — Earlier this summer Stafford County Economic Development (EcoDevo) was awarded $25,000 for an implementation grant as part of the Office of Rural Prosperity Rural Champions grant program announced last year in collaboration with the Patterson Family Foundation for... Read More.

Lucky by Name, Legendary by Voice

Friday, October 17

McPherson native Lucky Kidd celebrates 35 years of broadcasting and his first KAB Award of Excellence. For decades, locals have heard the familiar catch phrase: I'm Lucky Kiiidd. He's the man behind countless newscasts, weather updates, and sports broadcasts. On Oct. 6, 2025, Lucky earned his first... Read More.

K-State Swine Day scheduled for Nov. 20

Friday, October 17

Annual event highlights research updates from university’s swine nutrition team MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas State University swine specialists will present updates on recent research trials, highlighting the university’s annual Swine Day Nov. 20 in Manhattan. Organizers said this year’s agenda also features a presentation from K-State... Read More.

Nominate Outstanding Leaders and Businesses for Great Bend Chamber of Commerce 2026 Annual Awards

Thursday, October 16

GREAT BEND, Kan. — It’s that time of year when we come together to celebrate the incredible individuals and businesses that make Great Bend a vibrant and thriving community. We’re thrilled to announce that nominations are now open for the Great Bend Chamber of... Read More.

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Great Bend Holiday Open Houses Set for Nov. 8

GBFD Kicks Off 50/50 Raffle Ahead of Third Annual Holiday Extravaganza

Diversicare Healthcare Services Celebrates Midwest CNA of the Year

Asian Longhorned Tick Confirmed in Kansas for the First Time

Chamber Ribbon Cutting Celebrates New Ownership and Fresh Vision at Sunflower Estates

Senator Marshall Announces Air Combat Command Decision to Make Kansas the New Home for Point Defense Battle Lab

Area Home Sales Down in September

Understanding Forage Value of Kansas CRP Grasslands

Stafford County Economic Development is awarded $25,000 to complete Rural Champion Community Project on Childcare

Lucky by Name, Legendary by Voice

K-State Swine Day scheduled for Nov. 20

Nominate Outstanding Leaders and Businesses for Great Bend Chamber of Commerce 2026 Annual Awards

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Legacies: Jim Richardson Exhibition

128th Annual Midwest Art Exhibition

Lenten Friday Fish Fry by Knights of Columbus

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