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City of Great Bend Utility Crews Working on Main Break

Thursday, August 7

GREAT BEND, Kan. — Utility crews are working on a main break in the west easement of Odell Street between Zarah Drive and Cheyenne Drive. Minimal disruptions to service may occur.Please be careful and attentive when driving in these areas. The City apologizes for... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces $10.4M to Increase Broadband Adoption

Wednesday, August 6

TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly today announced that $10.4 million will be invested in critical broadband initiatives through the Advancing Digital Opportunities to Connect Kansans (ADOPT) program. The Kansas Office of Broadband Development will partner with 18 organizations across the state to connect... Read More.

Nex-Tech to Acquire Bandwidth from US Cellular

Tuesday, August 5

(August 2, 2025) — Nex-Tech Wireless has entered into an agreement with US Cellular to acquire additional spectrum space in the 700 MHz band, which will enable Nex-Tech to increase network capacity in central Kansas. Nex-Tech WirelessCEO Jon Lightle said the additional spectrum will... Read More.

Set Them Up for Success: K-State Expert Offers Tips for Parents of School First-Timers, Transitions

Tuesday, August 5

MANHATTAN, Kan. — A child walking into a school for the first time or transitioning to secondary education can experience a wide range of emotions, which can be overwhelming for both them and their parents.Jessica Lane, associate professor of counseling in Kansas State University's... Read More.

State of Kansas July Total Tax Collections at $670.2M; 3.3% Above Estimate

Monday, August 4

TOPEKA, Kan. — The State of Kansas ends July 2025 with total tax collections at $670.2 million. That is $21.2 million, or 3.3%, above the estimate. Total tax collections were up 1.5% from July 2024. “While this month’s tax collections highlight the strength of Kansas’... Read More.

St. John Man Injured in K-96 Crash Near Colwich

Sunday, August 3

ST. JOHN, Kan. — A St. John man was one of three people injured in a three-vehicle crash Sunday afternoon on K-96 near Colwich.The Kansas Highway Patrol said a car driven by James Commerford of Wichita that was southbound on 151st Street North had... Read More.

Update: Missing Solomon Man Found Safe

Saturday, August 2

DICKINSON COUNTY, Kan. (August 3, 2025) — Alexander Baize has been found safe. The Dickinson County Sheriff's Office thanks everyone for sharing and for all who provided information.Previous announcement: DICKINSON COUNTY, Kan. (August 2, 2025) — The Dickinson County Sheriff's Office is looking for a... Read More.

Great Bend to Have Primary Election Tuesday, Aug. 5

Saturday, August 2

There's only one race in the Golden Belt area in Tuesday's primary election.That is in Great Bend's Ward 2, generally the northwest part of the city where four candidates are running for the one position up this year, which is an open seat as... Read More.

Kansas Pro Wash Celebrates 5 Years of Service with Ribbon Cutting

Saturday, August 2

GREAT BEND, Kan. — The Great Bend Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to celebrate five strong years of service from one of Central Kansas’s most hardworking businesses, Kansas Pro Wash. A Ribbon Cutting Ceremony was held on Thursday, July 31st, 2025.Founded in 2020 by... Read More.

Kansas Governor Candidate Cindy Holscher Objects to Alleged Pressure Campaign by Kelly’s Staff

Saturday, August 2

Governor’s chief of staff says Holscher misrepresents political discussions TOPEKA — State Sen. Cindy Holscher expressed frustration Friday with behind-the-scene involvement of Gov. Laura Kelly’s staff in attempting to influence who launched a campaign for the Kansas Democratic Party’s nomination for governor in 2026.Holscher,... Read More.

KDHE Issues Air Quality Health Advisory Due to Smoke

Friday, August 1

(Aug. 1, 2025) — Light northeast to east winds is bringing Canadian wildfire smoke into the state, particularly central and eastern Kansas. These conditions are likely to persist today and tomorrow. The Air Quality Index (AQI) will likely range from Moderate to Unhealthy at... Read More.

Boil Water Advisory Rescinded for the City of Stafford

Thursday, July 31

STAFFORD, Kan. — The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has rescinded a boil water advisory for the City of Stafford public water supply system located in Stafford County. The advisory was issued because of a loss of pressure due to a technical... Read More.