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Wild AboutWellness Draws Nearly 500 Community Members for Evening of Family Fun and MentalWellness

Friday, June 19

GREAT BEND, Kan. — The Center for Counseling & Consultation welcomed nearly 500 community members to Brit Spaugh Zoo on June 18 for its inaugural Wild About Wellness event, an evening dedicated to promoting mental wellness through fun, interactive experiences for children and families. Designed... Read More.

Concert Tickets Officially On-Sale for 14th Annual Party in the Park

Friday, June 19

GREAT BEND, Kan. — The 14th Annual Party in the Park concert lineup is officially set as Great Bend welcomes rising country star Dylan Schneider and local favorites HomeBrew to the stage at Al Burns Field. Early-bird concert tickets are officially on sale and can be... Read More.

Cornerstone Armory Building Pathways to Employment, Opportunity and Community Success

Thursday, June 18

GREAT BEND, Kan. — Strengthening communities begins with investing in people, and Cornerstone Armory is doing just that through a growing network of outreach programs designed to support individuals and families across Barton County and surrounding rural communities. Since officially launching in November 2025, Cornerstone Armory... Read More.

New Downtown Gathering Space Brews Community Connections in Great Bend

Thursday, June 18

GREAT BEND, Kan. — Strong communities are built on more than businesses alone—they are built on places where people gather, connect, and build relationships. That vision is at the heart of The Zarah Coffee Shop, Great Bend's newest locally owned coffee destination. The Great Bend Chamber... Read More.

Day 5, Kansas Wheat Harvest Report

Wednesday, June 17

KANSAS - This is day 5 of the Kansas Wheat Harvest Reports, brought to you by the Kansas Wheat Commission, Kansas Association of Wheat Growers, Kansas Grain and Feed Association and the Kansas Cooperative Council. Kansas wheat harvest continues to advance despite challenges from drought,... Read More.

Kansas State Fair Announces One-Day BOGO Gate Admission Sale

Tuesday, June 16

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – For one day only, the Kansas State Fair is giving fairgoers a chance to save on gate admission with a Buy One, Get One Free ticket sale. On Tuesday, June 23, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., fairgoers can purchase regular $10... Read More.

Day 4, Kansas Wheat Harvest Report

Tuesday, June 16

KANSAS - This is day 4 of the Kansas Wheat Harvest Reports, brought to you by the Kansas Wheat Commission, Kansas Association of Wheat Growers, Kansas Grain and Feed Association and the Kansas Cooperative Council. Harvest is well underway across the state, with progress varying... Read More.

DCOM: Live! Brings Disney Channel Era Tribute Concert to the 2026 Kansas State Fair

Monday, June 15

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Fans can sing, dance and relive the music that defined a generation when DCOM: Live! comes to the 2026 Kansas State Fair on Sunday, September 20 at 4 P.M. The high-energy tribute concert will close out the Kansas Star Casino Grandstand... Read More.

Container Garden Project Helps 100+ Households Grow Fresh Food at Home

Sunday, June 14

GREAT BEND, Kan. — The Central Kansas Partnership (CKP) recently distributed container gardens to over 100 low-income and elderly individuals and families throughout Barton County, helping increase access to fresh produce while promoting healthy lifestyles and well-being. This outreach was made possible through a grant... Read More.

The Golden Belt’s Real Country Station 98.9 KGBK FM Reaches Canada

Thursday, June 11

On Wednesday, June 10, a man named Gaétan Bussières heard The Golden Belt's Real Country station 98.9 KGBK FM from Maniwaki, Quebec in Canada, a distance of about 1,305 miles away. Bussières was driving home late afternoon Wednesday when he managed to tune in to... Read More.

Bat Cats Celebrate 10 Seasons of Building Community Through America’s Pastime

Wednesday, June 10

GREAT BEND, Kan. — What began as one hometown vision and a lot of determination has grown into one of Great Bend's most beloved summer traditions. The Great Bend Bat Cats Baseball Club celebrated the start of its 10th home season with a ribbon-cutting ceremony... Read More.

KDHE Announces RHTP Emerging Technology Grant Opportunity

Wednesday, June 10

KANSAS - The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) announces a request for applications (RFA) for an Emerging Technology grant opportunity under the Kansas Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP). The application period for the $9.5 million Emerging Technology grant will open Wednesday, June... Read More.