Larned News

Three Arrested in Hoisington Drug Bust Wednesday

Thursday, April 10

HOISINGTON, Kan. — Three people are in custody after Barton County Sheriff's Deputies executed search warrants late Wednesday afternoon at two locations in Hoisington connected with a drug investigation that's been in progress for several weeks.During execution of a warrant in the 300 block... Read More.

Senate Passes Amendment to Prohibit VA Senior Executives from Using PACT Act Funds for Self-Enrichment

Thursday, April 10

Legislation responds to 2023 report on improper payments to VA executives WASHINTON D.C. — This week, the U.S. Senate passed an amendment introduced by U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) – chairman of the Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs – that included language to prohibit PACT... Read More.

Rep. Mann Votes to Deliver President Trump’s Agenda

Thursday, April 10

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Representative Tracey Mann (KS-01) voted to advance H. Con. Res. 14, which sets revenue and spending targets for fiscal years 2026 through 2036 and instructs committees in the U.S. House of Representatives to draft legislation to meet those... Read More.

Hispanic College Institue at Fort Hays State University Returns for Summer 2025

Thursday, April 10

HAYS, Kan. — The Hispanic College Institute, a free, four-day three-night residential program, is returning to Fort Hays State University June 4-7.The program is open to the current class of 2026 and 2027 high school students with a 2.5 GPA or above and provides... Read More.

Kansas State Department of Education Names 2025 Career and Technical Education Scholars

Wednesday, April 9

TOPEKA, Kan. — The Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE) announced this week that 200 Kansas high school seniors have earned the recognition as 2025 Kansas Career and Technical Education (CTE) Scholars. They were announced Tuesday at the Kansas State Board of Education meeting... Read More.

KWEC Director Curtis Wolf Receives KACEE Environmental Education Award

Wednesday, April 9

HAYS, Kan. — The Kansas Association for Conservation and Environmental Education (KACEE) recently announced the recipients of the 2025 Excellence in Conservation and Environmental Education Awards. “KACEE is very pleased to honor and celebrate the work of these outstanding individuals and organizations for their amazing... Read More.

Larned City Council Meeting 4/7/25 Highlights

Tuesday, April 8

LARNED, Kan. — The Larned City Council Monday approved a 25-year extension of its current electric power contract with Grand River Dam Authority through which it obtains two megawatts of electricity which it has the option to reduce to 1.5 megawatts from October through... Read More.

K-State Partnership Leads to Statewide Early Child Care and Education Directory

Tuesday, April 8

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Thanks to a partnership between Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities and the Division of Information Technology at Kansas State University, early childhood professionals in Kansas will have access to a new statewide directory and... Read More.

Larned State Correctional Facility Announces Kevin Pflughoeft as New Corrections Supervisor III

Thursday, April 3

LARNED, Kan. — Larned State Correctional Facility (LSCF) announced today on social media that Corrections Supervisor II Kevin Pflughoeft has been selected for the position of Corrections Supervisor III (Captain), effective April 13, 2025.According to LSCF, CSIII Pflughoeft started working at the Larned Juvenile... Read More.

New Round of Mural Funding Available for Rural Kansas Communities

Thursday, April 3

The Kansas Department of Commerce has launched the latest round of Rural Mural funding. There is $125,000 available for this round to help support creative projects in rural Kansas communities.The Office of Rural Prosperity (ORP) has opened applications through May 16. The... Read More.

Sunflower Diversified Services Hosts Two Exciting Fundraisers: A Car Raffle & All-You-Can-Eat Pancake Feed

Wednesday, April 2

Sunflower Diversified Services is bringing the community together with two fantastic fundraising events that support individuals with disabilities. Whether you're looking for a chance to win a brand-new car or enjoy a delicious meal with friends and family, these events offer something for everyone. Win... Read More.

RSVP for Pints & Politics Tonight, April 2

Wednesday, April 2

GREAT BEND, Kan. — Join the Great Bend Chamber of Commerce for Pints & Politics today at Dry Lake Brewing. This is a members-only (and their guest) event from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. and allows you to mingle, connect and exchange insights with fellow... Read More.