Larned News

KDOT Announces Award Bids for State Highway Projects in Ellsworth, McPherson, Saline County

Tuesday, December 10

By Lucky Kidd The Kansas Department of Transportation has announced award of bids for state highway projects from their November bid letting, including a large mill and overlay project including portions of three highways in Ellsworth, McPherson and Saline counties. Venture Corporation of Great Bend was... Read More.

Lyons, Ellinwood Organizations Receive Tourism Grants

Monday, December 9

TOPEKA, Kan. — Today, Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland announced that more than $400,000 has been awarded for projects that will boost tourism throughout the state. Funding from the Attraction Development Grant program will be divided among 13 entities. Among grant... Read More.

Traffic Stop Leads to Capture of Rice County Jail Escapee

Friday, December 6

By Lucky Kidd RICE COUNTY, Kan. — A traffic stop near Claflin Thursday led to two arrests, one involving an escape warrant from Rice County. According to Barton County Sheriff Brian Bellindir, deputies stopped a car on K-156 belonging to Nathan Manley of Holyrood, who had... Read More.

Fee Insurance Group Opens Office in Manhattan with Ribbon-Cutting Celebration

Thursday, December 5

By Fee Insurance Group MANHATTAN, Kan. — Fee Insurance Group is excited to announce the opening of its fifth location in Kansas, expanding into the Manhattan area. The new office, located at 555 Poyntz Ave, Suite 185, will enhance the company's ability to provide personalized... Read More.

Great Bend Boil Water Advisory Rescinded

Thursday, December 5

GREAT BEND, Kan. — The boil water advisory for the City of Great Bend’s public water supply system has been rescinded according to a statement posted this morning by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE). KDHE issued the advisory due to a loss... Read More.

Nominations Open for Great Bend Chamber Annual Awards

Wednesday, December 4

By the Great Bend Chamber of Commerce GREAT BEND, Kan. — The Great Bend Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce that nominations are now open for its 2024 Annual Awards. These prestigious honors recognize outstanding businesses and individuals who have demonstrated exceptional service, leadership,... Read More.

GBRC Santa’s Workshop December 9th!

Wednesday, December 4

By the Great Bend Recreation GREAT BEND, Kan. — Great Bend High School students, community volunteers and Great Bend Recreation Commission staff will be transforming the City Auditorium into Santa’s Workshop. The 28th Annual Santa’s Workshop will be held from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. on... Read More.

Larned City Council Approves Quote for Sidewalk Reconstruction at 502 Broadway Housing the Larned Chamber of Commerce

Tuesday, December 3

By Lucky Kidd LARNED, Kan. — The Larned City Council Monday approved an agreement to waive assessments made for sidewalk repairs to a building at 423 Broadway in 2018, which the Council had ordered after three people had fallen at that location. The $8,911.35 assessment... Read More.

Great Bend City Crews Gathering Samples, Residents Urged to Continue Following KDHE Water Use Recommendations

Tuesday, December 3

By the City of Great Bend GREAT BEND, Kan. — The City of Great Bend is actively working to meet state requirements following the loss of water pressure experienced last night. As mandated by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE), city crews are... Read More.

Great Bend City Council Supports Community Initiatives and Infrastructure Improvements

Tuesday, December 3

By Lucky Kidd GREAT BEND, Kan. — With no discussion other than a member calling it a great idea, The Great Bend City Council has authorized allocation of $4,000 from the Municipal Court Diversion Fund in support of the Shop with a Cop program put... Read More.

City of Great Bend Under a Boil Advisory

Tuesday, December 3

GREAT BEND, Kan. — There was a power outage in parts of Great Bend overnight Dec. 2, and as a result the wells lost power. According to the City of Great Bend, the emergency generators did not activate as programmed with a loss of... Read More.

More than $10M to be Allocated to Community-Based Organizations, Local, and State Agencies for Crime Victims and Survivors Programs

Monday, December 2

By the Kansas Office of the Governor TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly announced Wednesday that more than $10 million in federal funding will be allocated to community-based organizations and local and state agencies providing services directly to crime victims and survivors. This funding comes... Read More.