Larned News

Governor Kelly Celebrates Grand Opening of Hilmar Cheese Company’s New Production Facility in Dodge City

Tuesday, March 18

TOPEKA, Kan. (March, 17, 2025) — Governor Laura Kelly joined federal, state, and local officials this past Saturday to officially mark the opening of Hilmar Cheese Company's new production facility in Dodge City, Kansas.“I am pleased that Hilmar Cheese Company chose to build its... Read More.

KHP Investigating Multi-Vehicle Collision in Sherman County

Saturday, March 15

SHERMAN COUNTY, Kan. — On March 14, 2025, at 3:22 PM, on I-70 near milepost 28 in Sherman County, a strong weather front with high winds moved into northwest Kansas from Colorado, causing a severe dust storm. With near zero visibility, traffic began to... Read More.

Life Without Parole for Pawnee County Sex Offender

Wednesday, March 12

LARNED, Kan. — A former Larned and Scott City man was sentenced Wednesday to life in prison without the possibility of parole for sex crimes against a then eight-year-old girl at a residence in Garfield in May 2013.On a motion by Pawnee County Attorney... Read More.

Barton County Commissioners Approve $65K to Support New Well for Rural District 2, County Recognizes Employees for Years of Service

Tuesday, March 11

BARTON COUNTY, Kan. — Barton County Commissioners have approved providing Rural Water District 2 $65,000 in support of building a new well for the district that serves several subdivisions north of Great Bend including Bissell's Point and a number of other entities.The district has... Read More.

Kansas Department of Health and Environment Notice of Public Hearing Tuesday

Monday, March 10

LARNED, Kan. — The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) is holding a Public Hearing regarding the Water Pollution Control Permit for ILS Feeders LLC, the new livestock feed yard to be located in SE Pawnee County.The public hearing will be Tuesday,... Read More.

Barton County Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge Awards Student Entrepreneurs Cash Prizes

Thursday, March 6

GREAT BEND, Kan. — Barton County's fifth annual Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge (YEC) continues to grow, showcasing the talents of young entrepreneurs and fostering an innovative business spirit among local students. On March 5, 2025, Barton County’s YEC Tradeshow was held at the Great Bend... Read More.

Powerful Winds Sweep Across Kansas Tuesday with Gusts Up to 93 MPH

Wednesday, March 5

As predicted, high winds tore across Kansas Tuesday. Wind gusts at or just over 60 miles an hour were common across much of central Kansas with stronger winds in the Russell area. Winds will remain on the gusty side through Friday, though gusts won't... Read More.

House Passes Resolution Honoring Flight 5342, Black Hawk PAT 25 Victims

Wednesday, March 5

WASHINGTON, D.C. — This week, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a resolution honoring the victims of the Jan. 29, 2025 collision of American Eagle Flight 5342 and Black Hawk PAT (Priority Air Transport) 25. The Kansas delegation introduced the resolution with more than... Read More.

KDOT Announces Approved February Bids

Tuesday, March 4

KANSAS (March 4, 2025) — The Kansas Department of Transportation announces approved bids for state highway construction and maintenance projects. The letting took place Feb. 19, 2025, in Topeka. Some of the bids may include multiple projects that have been bundled based on proximity... Read More.

Barton County Approves Salvage Yard Permit Renewal, Approves Kansas Department of Corrections Budget for the 2026 Fiscal Year and Grant Request

Tuesday, March 4

BARTON COUNTY, Kan. — Barton County Commissioners this morning approved renewal of the conditional use permit for a salvage yard in the 500 block of Southwest 20 Road near the Great Bend Airport. When this permit was first approved, one of the requirements was... Read More.

Larned City Council Accepts H&H Roofing Bid for Repairs Following 2024 Hailstorms, Christmas Decoration Committee Raises $85K for New Christmas Lights

Tuesday, March 4

LARNED, Kan. — The Larned City Council Monday accepted a just over $120,000 bid from H&H Roofing for an assortment of roof and other repairs resulting from the second of two major hailstorms to hit Larned in 2024. This covers damage at the Fire... Read More.

5th Annual Barton County Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge Welcomes the Public to the Tradeshow and Judging on March 5th

Monday, March 3

GREAT BEND, Kan. — Great Bend Economic Development and the Great Bend Chamber of Commerce announce the return of the Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge (YEC) for Barton County students in grades 7-12. This unique competition empowers students to develop and pitch business ideas while competing... Read More.