Larned News

Barton County Commissioners Approve Changes on Procuring Cold Mix Asphalt for Projects, Appoint Andrew Fischer as Comanche Township Trustee

Tuesday, March 25

Barton County Commission Meeting March 25, 2025, Highlights BARTON COUNTY, Kan. — Barton County Commissioners have approved a change in how the county procures cold mix asphalt for road projects. Earlier this month the Commission had tabled purchase of cold mix after staff indicated they... Read More.

Connect with Job Seekers at the Grow Workforce Business & Career Expo

Tuesday, March 25

GREAT BEND, Kan. — Time is running out to secure your booth for the Grow Workforce Business & Career Expo on April 16 at the Great Bend Events Center! This event attracts a diverse group of job seekers, including students looking for internships and... Read More.

FinCEN Removes BOI Reporting Requirement for U.S. Companies

Monday, March 24

WASHINGTON, D.C. (March 21, 2025) — Consistent with the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s March 2, 2025 announcement, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) is issuing an interim final rule that removes the requirement for U.S. companies and U.S. persons to report... Read More.

Governor Kelly Signs Bipartisan Bill Expanding Move-Over Protections for all Highway Drivers

Monday, March 24

TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly signed on Monday Senate Bill 8, which requires drivers to move over when passing stationary vehicles displaying hazard warning lights.“Thanks to this commonsense bill, all drivers will now be required to move over or slow down if... Read More.

KDOT to Hold Meeting at Great Bend Recreation Center Thursday, March 27

Monday, March 24

GREAT BEND, Kan. (March 21, 2025) — The Kansas Department of Transportation will be holding a listening meeting in Great Bend on Thursday, March 27 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. over the Southwest Kansas Mobility and Expansion Strategy. This will be a chance... Read More.

Smokey Steps Down as Rush County Speedway Bullring Promoter, Welcomes William Nusser of Larned, Kansas

Friday, March 21

LACROSSE, Kan. — After three memorable years, Smokey has announced he will no longer serve as promoter of the Rush County Speedway, a thrilling bullring track in LaCrosse, Kansas, due to recent changes. In a heartfelt farewell, Smokey expressed his deep gratitude to the... Read More.

City of Great Bend to Begin Work on Harrison Street by East Entrance of McDonalds Monday, March 24

Friday, March 21

GREAT BEND, Kan. — The City of Great Bend will begin work on Harrison Street by the East Entrance of McDonald’s on Monday, March 24. City crews will be replacing the asphalt with concrete at this location, doing the work in three segments to reduce... Read More.

Jordaan Memorial Library 2025 Summer Reading Program Sponsorship Opportunity

Wednesday, March 19

LARNED, Kan. — The Jordaan Memorial Library is excited to offer "Saddle Up! For the Reading Trail" as the 2025 summer reading program.The program will run from June 3 through July 11 and will be full of fun events and activities for kids of... Read More.

Golden Belt Community Foundation to Host Estate Planning Informational Session Thursday, March 27

Wednesday, March 19

LARNED, Kan. — The Golden Belt Community Foundation is hosting a FREE Estate Planning Workshop on March 27 from 11 to 1 p.m., at Glory Be, 623 Broadway, Larned, Kan.Learn how to plan your estate from a panel of experts: a Certified Public Accountant... Read More.

FREE Nonprofit Board Training Virtual Workshop Series Available through April 11

Wednesday, March 19

The Sunflower Foundation and the Kansas Health Foundation are co-sponsoring a free virtual nonprofit board capacity building training series each Friday through April 11. Nonprofit organization staff, board members and volunteers are invited to join subject matter experts and peer network from noon to 1... Read More.

State Theatre Raffle for Downtown Christmas Lights in Larned

Wednesday, March 19

LARNED, Kan. — The State Theatre of Larned, Kan., is holding a raffle to raise money for Christmas lights in downtown Larned. Only 200 entries will be issued for $25 each, all proceeds will be donated to the city of Larned for Christmas lights for... Read More.

United Way of Central Kansas Partners with KU Med to get Participants for Kansas Health Knowledge Survey

Wednesday, March 19

GREAT BEND, Kan. — United Way of Central Kansas is partnering with KU Med to get a Kansas Health Knowledge Survey out into the community.The survey is open to all Kansas residents and will only take ten minutes to fill out. You will get... Read More.