Larned News

KBI Releases 2023 Statewide Crime Statistics

Wednesday, July 10

By the Kansas Bureau of Investigation TOPEKA, Kan. – The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) has released the 2023 Kansas Crime Index Report. The report compiles crime statistics reported to the KBI by state and local law enforcement agencies throughout Kansas. Violent crime analysis The 2023... Read More.

City of Great Bend Crews to Flush and Inspect Fire Hydrants this Month

Tuesday, July 9

GREAT BEND, Kan. — The City of Great Bend shared that crews will be flushing and inspecting fire hydrants, starting this Month.Residents should expect water to be released into the curb and gutters across town. Large amounts of running water from flushing hydrants will... Read More.

KDHE Awards 17 Chronic Disease Risk Reduction Community Grantees

Tuesday, July 9

By the Kansas Department of Health and Environment TOPEKA, Kan. — The Kansas Department of Health and Environment’s (KDHE) Community Health Promotion program is pleased to announce that the recipients of this year’s Chronic Disease Risk Reduction (CDRR) Community grant. In total, the State Fiscal... Read More.

Patrol Reports Independence Day Holiday Activity

Monday, July 8

KHP personnel assisted 901 motorists over the holiday reporting period By the Kansas Highway Patrol KANSAS — The Kansas Highway Patrol is releasing its Independence Day Holiday Activity Report. The reporting period for the holiday ran from 6 p.m. on Wednesday, July 3 to 11:59 p.m.... Read More.

KDHE Awards 17 Chronic Disease Risk Reduction Community Grantees

Monday, July 8

By Kansas Department of Health and Environment The Kansas Department of Health and Environment’s (KDHE) Community Health Promotion program is pleased to announce that the recipients of this year’s Chronic Disease Risk Reduction (CDRR) Community grant. In total, the State Fiscal Year 2024 CDRR program... Read More.

Late Wednesday Night Storm Claims Life of Holyrood Man

Thursday, July 4

By Lucky Kidd CENTRAL KANSAS — Severe winds blasted central Kansas late Wednesday night into the early hours of Thursday, claiming the life of a Holyrood man.According to the Russell County Sheriff's office, 64-year-old Christopher Montoya was found deceased in the Hell's Creek Area of... Read More.

Public Health Advisories for Kansas Lakes Due to Blue-Green Algae

Wednesday, July 3

By the Kansas Department of Health and Environment The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) have issued a public health advisory due to blue-green algae.A harmful algal bloom (HAB) may look like foam, scum... Read More.

Introducing the Wildcard Round for the IGNITE Rural Business Competition

Wednesday, July 3

By Great Bend Economic Development, Inc. GREAT BEND, Kan. — Great Bend Economic Development (GBED) is excited to announce the addition of a dynamic Wildcard Round to the IGNITE Rural Business Competition. This new round is designed to provide a unique opportunity for aspiring entrepreneurs... Read More.

Boil Water Advisory Issued for the City of McCracken, Rush County

Wednesday, July 3

By the Kansas Department of Health and Environment McCRACKEN Kan. — The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a boil water advisory for the City of McCracken public water supply system located in Rush County.Customers should observe the following precautions until further... Read More.

Barton Community College to Host Dedication and Open House for Agriculture and Transportation Complex

Wednesday, July 3

By Maggie Harris, Barton Community CollegeGREAT BEND, Kan. — Barton Community College and the Barton Foundation invite staff, faculty, and community members to celebrate the dedication of the new Agriculture and Transportation Complex beginning at 4 p.m. July 17, with an open house... Read More.

New Update for Ad Astra Radio App, Current App to Stop Working July 5th

Tuesday, July 2

By Brenna Eller Ad Astra Radio has a brand-new app as of today, and it is available for both IOS and Android users.We suggest that you get the new update soon because the current app will stop working sometime Friday, July 5.If your device doesn't... Read More.

Larned 4th of July Events

Tuesday, July 2

By Lucky Kidd LARNED, Kan. — Some communities get an early start on the 4th of July, and Great Bend is one of them as they are having their show Wednesday evening at the Expo Grounds west of Great Bend. Gates open at 7:30, and... Read More.