Larned News

Kansas Lawmakers Anxious about Costly Nursing Shortage at Psychiatric Hospitals

Tuesday, November 12

Staffing agency nurses at Larned, Osawatomie cost $60 million annually By Tim Carpenter, Kansas Reflector TOPEKA, Kan. — The staffing shortage at Kansas’ psychiatric hospitals in Larned and Osawatomie prompted budget requests of more than $60 million to continue filling the health-care gap with private... Read More.

Larned Man Charged with Murder, Other Charges, and Bound Over Arraignment to be Set at Later Date

Monday, November 11

By Lucky Kidd LARNED, Kan. — The man charged with the shooting death of Dr. Tomas Garza south of Larned, was bound over arraignment following a preliminary hearing in Pawnee County District Court on Friday. Michael EG Reynolds of Larned is charged with second... Read More.

Great Bend City Street Crews to Begin Work at 1615 10th Street Nov. 12

Wednesday, November 6

GREAT BEND, Kan. — The City of Great Bend Street crews will begin work at 1615 10th Street, the Front Door Building, on the north drive starting November 12th. Repairs will be conducted on an area in front of the drive in the outside... Read More.

Vietnam Memorial Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Set for Veteran’s Day in Great Bend

Wednesday, November 6

By the Great Bend Chamber of Commerce GREAT BEND, Kan. — The Great Bend Chamber of Commerce invites the community to attend a ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Vietnam Memorial on Monday, November 11, 2024, at Veterans Memorial Park in Great Bend, Kansas. This... Read More.

Great Bend Economic Development Presents Entrepreneurial Mindset Classes to Empower Local Entrepreneurs

Wednesday, November 6

By Great Bend Economic Development, Inc. GREAT BEND, Kan. — Great Bend Economic Development is excited to announce the launch of its 2025 "Entrepreneurial Mindset" classes, in partnership with NetWork Kansas, starting January 8. This program aims to inspire Barton County residents to adopt an... Read More.

Larned Area General Election Results

Wednesday, November 6

By Lucky Kidd PAWNEE COUNTY, Kan. — Pawnee County voters Tuesday approved removing a 30 percent food sales requirement for liquor by the drink sales. Unofficial numbers from the Pawnee County Clerk's office last night indicated 68 percent of voters approved repeal of the requirement... Read More.

Veterans Day Area Events

Tuesday, November 5

In honor of Veterans Day, Ad Astra Radio would like to thank the brave men and women who have served or are currently serving in the United States military. Here are upcoming events in the areas we cover: HutchinsonVieyra Honors Foundation Pancake Feed & Bingo... Read More.

Larned City Council Tackles Property Sale, Approves New Initiatives

Tuesday, November 5

By Lucky Kidd LARNED, Kan. — On Monday, Larned City Council directed the City Manager and City Attorney to meet with a potential buyer of a property at 423 Broadway where the city in 2018 reconstructed a sidewalk on the north side of the building.At... Read More.

Great Bend Economic Development Announces Powerhouse Lineup for 2024 Grow Workforce Summit

Monday, November 4

By Great Bend Economic Development, Inc. GREAT BEND, Kan. — Great Bend Economic Development (GBED) is thrilled to announce an impressive lineup of panelists for the upcoming 2024 Grow Workforce Summit, scheduled for November 13th at the Great Bend Events Center. This year’s event promises... Read More.

Empower Your Business – Registration Open for 2024 Grow Workforce Summit Nov. 13, 2024

Monday, November 4

By Great Bend Economic Development, Inc. GREAT BEND, Kan. — Great Bend Economic Development (GBED) announces the 2024 Grow Workforce Summit, a premier event designed to inform and inspire employers and managers in the Barton County area. This year’s summit, organized in collaboration with the... Read More.

Kansas Arts Commission and KTWU Partner to Showcase Kansas Musicians, Featuring Melissa Etheridge, Freedy Johnston

Saturday, November 2

By the Kansas Department of Commerce TOPEKA, Kan. — The Kansas Arts Commission announced that Grammy- and Oscar-winning rockstar/musician Melissa Etheridge and 1994 Rolling Stone Songwriter of the Year Freedy Johnston will be featured in a new television series highlighting the diverse musical talent born... Read More.

Kansas Governor’s Arts Awards Nominations Open for 2025

Saturday, November 2

By the Kansas Department of Commerce TOPEKA, Kan. — The Department of Commerce announced today that the Kansas Arts Commission (KAC) is accepting nominations for the 2025 Kansas Governor’s Arts Awards. Nominations for these prestigious honors will be accepted through Friday, December 13.Last awarded in... Read More.