Larned News

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.

Ellis County Rural Water District 1C Issued Boil Water Advisory

Wednesday, April 2

ELLIS COUNTY, Kan. — The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a boil water advisory for the Ellis County Rural Water District #1C public water supply system located in Ellis County. The City of Hays is not affected by this advisory. Customers... Read More.

Commerce Offers Funding Opportunities for Upper Floor Housing in Main Street Communities

Wednesday, April 2

TOPEKA, Kan. (April 1, 2025) — Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland announced today $250,000 is available under the Residential Opportunities on Main Street (ROOMS) grant program to support new upper-floor housing in commercial buildings in Designated Kansas Main Street communities. “Last year’s... Read More.

KDHE Announces the Beginning of the Harmful Algal Bloom Season

Tuesday, April 1

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) are announcing the beginning of the Harmful Algal Bloom season. The water recreation season in Kansas officially runs from April 1 to October 31, as do the harmful... Read More.

Statewide Silver Alert Issued for Missing Ellis County Man

Monday, March 31

ELLIS COUNTY, Kan. — The Ellis County Sheriff's Office requested the Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) issue a statewide Silver Alert for a missing Ellis County man. The whereabouts of 81-year-old Roger Batman are unknown and the public's assistance is requested to help locate him. Batman... Read More.

Fort Hays State Earns 2025-26 Military Friendly® School Designation

Monday, March 31

HAYS, Kan. — For the 18th consecutive year, FHSU has been recognized for its investment in programs that improve the lives of veterans and military personnel, earning the 2025-2026 Military Friendly® School designation from militaryfriendly.com. Institutions earning the Military Friendly® School designation were evaluated... Read More.

Great Bend Alive Kicks off Fridays on Forest Season Five with a Ribbon Cutting on April 25th

Monday, March 31

GREAT BEND, Kan. — Great Bend Alive, the downtown arm of Great Bend Economic Development (GBED), is excited to announce the Fridays on Forest season opener on April 25, 2025. The kickoff event will take place on Forest Avenue, from Williams to Main Street. Lee... Read More.

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Larned City Council Meeting 4/7/25 Highlights

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

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

New Round of Mural Funding Available for Rural Kansas Communities

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

RSVP for Pints & Politics Tonight, April 2

Ellis County Rural Water District 1C Issued Boil Water Advisory

Commerce Offers Funding Opportunities for Upper Floor Housing in Main Street Communities

KDHE Announces the Beginning of the Harmful Algal Bloom Season

Statewide Silver Alert Issued for Missing Ellis County Man

Fort Hays State Earns 2025-26 Military Friendly® School Designation

Great Bend Alive Kicks off Fridays on Forest Season Five with a Ribbon Cutting on April 25th

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