Larned News

Join Larned’s Moonlight Madness for Festivities and a Mrs. Doubtfire Contest

Thursday, July 31

LARNED, Kan. — Make it over to downtown Larned for Moonlight Madness on Friday, August 1, 2025. The night will kick off with shopping, food trucks, a car show, music, train rides, and more from 6-8 p.m.Dress up like Mrs. Doubtfire for a chance to... Read More.

Update on 2025 Asphalt Resurfacing Project

Wednesday, July 30

GREAT BEND, Kan. — Venture Corporation is amid working on the 2025 Asphalt Resurfacing Street Project. The streets to be worked on include 19th Street from Washington to Morton, Morton from 19th to 21st Street, 24th Street from Harrison to Washington, Broadway from Patton... Read More.

Boil Water Advisory Issued for the City of Stafford

Wednesday, July 30

STAFFORD, Kan. (July 30, 2025) — The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a boil water advisory for the City of Stafford public water supply system located in Stafford County.Customers should observe the following precautions until further notice:Boil water for... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces $25M for Road Improvement Projects Across Kansas

Tuesday, July 29

TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly announced Tuesday $25 million for 30 projects to improve intersections and roads across the state. The projects were selected for funding through the Kansas Department of Transportation’s (KDOT) City Connecting Link Improvement Program (CCLIP). “Enhancing the safety and accessibility... Read More.

Barton County’s 10th Annual Business Showcase Honors Educators & Unites Businesses

Monday, July 28

Presented by the Great Bend Chamber of Commerce and Credit Union of America GREAT BEND, Kan. — The Great Bend Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce the upcoming 10th Annual Business Showcase, a community-wide celebration connecting Barton County’s educators with local businesses, scheduled for... Read More.

Nominations Open for Coolest Thing Made in Kansas

Monday, July 28

Nominations are open for the Coolest Thing Made in Kansas Competition. Show off the innovation, craftsmanship, and talent behind your Kansas-made product. Nominations will close Friday, August 8 at 12 p.m. People's Choice Voting will run from Monday, Sept. 15 through Oct. 3 at... Read More.

Boil Water Advisory Issued for the Sunset Valley MHP Hays KS, LLC

Thursday, July 24

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a boil water advisory for the Sunset Valley MHP Hays KS, LLC public water supply system located in Ellis County.Customers should observe the following precautions until further notice:Boil water for one minute prior... Read More.

Kansas Responds to Equine Disease Events

Wednesday, July 23

MANHATTAN, Kan. — The Kansas Department of Agriculture Division of Animal Health has been notified of two separate events in which horses in Kansas have tested positive for reportable diseases. The agency has responded to both incidents according to the state’s disease response plan. Equine... Read More.

Hunting Show Host Receives Lifetime Hunting Ban in Kansas

Wednesday, July 23

WICHITA, Kan. — A Georgia man was sentenced to five years of probation and ordered forever banned from hunting and fishing in Kansas after illegally hunting game.According to court documents, Matt Jennings, 35, of Bowdon, Georgia, pleaded guilty to two counts of illegal taking... Read More.

Senator Marshall Announces $6.7 Million in Disaster Relief Aid from the Trump Admin

Tuesday, July 22

WASHINGTON — On Tuesday, U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas) announced the Trump Administration is fulfilling his request for disaster relief aid following multiple rounds of severe weather and tornadoes this past May. President Trump personally called Senator Marshall to share that he was... Read More.

Extreme Heat Warning Issued for Golden Belt: Stay Safe and Hydrated

Friday, July 18

An extended period of extreme heat is forecast for the Golden Belt into at least the middle of next week.The National Weather Service in Wichita has issued an extreme heat warning for Barton County and the counties to the north and east from 2... Read More.

Public Health Advisories for Kansas Lakes Due to Blue-Green Algae

Friday, July 18

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) have issued a public health advisory due to blue-green algae.The water recreation season in Kansas officially runs from April 1 to Oct. 31, as do the Harmful... Read More.