Larned News

Senator Marshall Visits Barclay College Nursing Program

Monday, April 29

By the Office of U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. HAVILAND, Kan. — U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. toured Barclay College’s new nursing program. The college in Haviland has the only 4-year nursing school program in Southwest Kansas and is working to fill the health care... Read More.

Senator Marshall Visits Groundbreaking Ceremonies for Blue Twins Farm Dairy

Monday, April 29

By the Office of U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. LEWIS, Kan. — U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. participated in the groundbreaking ceremony for the new Blue Twin Circle Dairy in Edwards County. The 25,000-head dairy will deliver milk directly to the Hilmar Cheese plant currently... Read More.

Kansas Law Enforcement Memorial Services to be Held May 2 & 3

Monday, April 29

By Kansas Highway Patrol KANSAS — In honor of National Police Week, and National Peace Officers’ Memorial Day, the State of Kansas will be holding its annual Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony on Friday, May 3. A Candlelight Vigil will take place on Thursday, May 2.... Read More.

Fort Hays State University Plans Spring Commencement Ceremonies

Saturday, April 27

By FHSU University Communications HAYS, Kan. — Fort Hays State University will recognize approximately 1,666 graduates during its spring commencement ceremonies on Friday and Saturday, May 10-11. Graduates who have chosen to participate in person will be honored in two ceremonies on Friday and two ceremonies... Read More.

Local Leaders Attend Western Kansas Congressional Delegation in Regional Collaboration

Friday, April 26

By the Great Bend Chamber of Commerce GREAT BEND, Kan. — On April 26th, local representatives convened for the annual Western Kansas Congressional Delegation event, hosted by the Dodge City Area Chamber of Commerce. This collaborative effort, orchestrated by participating Chambers of Commerce, including the... Read More.

False Report Prompts Police Response & Lockdown In Area

Thursday, April 25

By the City of Great Bend GREAT BEND, Kan. — The Great Bend Police Department, the Barton County Sheriff’s Office and the Kansas Highway Patrol responded to a call for a man with a gun today at The Center for Counseling. Upon thorough investigation, it... Read More.

Dry Lake Brewing: Crafting More Than Just Beer for a Cause

Wednesday, April 24

By Dry Lake Brewing GREAT BEND, Kan. — In the spirit of community and charity, Dry Lake Brewing stepped up in a remarkable way at the 18th Annual Sunflower Diversified Services Charity Gala. They offered a one of a kind "Brew with a Brewmaster" package,... Read More.

Fort Larned Historical Society Receives Humanities Kansas Grant

Wednesday, April 24

By the Santa Fe Trail Center TOPEKA, Kan. — Humanities Kansas recently awarded $14,103.00 to the Fort Larned Historical Society in Larned to support “Rendezvous 2024: Road of Conquest and Another View of the Santa Fe Trail,” a three-day educational retreat designed for the general... Read More.

Barton County Commission Approves Settlement with Two Ex-Community Corrections Employees

Tuesday, April 23

By Lucky Kidd GREAT BEND, Kan. — Barton County Commissioners have approved a settlement agreement with two former Community Corrections Employees who were terminated from the County November 17, 2023, after a program audit report by the Kansas Department of Corrections. The agreement was reached following... Read More.

2023 Kansas Civil Asset Forfeiture Report Released

Monday, April 22

By the Kansas Bureau of Investigation TOPEKA, Kan. — The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) recently provided the 2023 Kansas Civil Asset Forfeiture Report to the Kansas Legislature, and released it to the public at https://kasfr.kbi.ks.gov/. Civil asset forfeiture is a procedure that authorizes... Read More.

65 Years Strong: Great Bend Chamber to Host Business After Hours for OPI

Monday, April 22

By the Great Bend Chamber of Commerce GREAT BEND, Kan. — Join the Great Bend Chamber of Commerce in commemorating Office Products, Inc. (OPI) and their remarkable 65 years in business at the upcoming Business After Hours event. Proudly hosted by the Great Bend Chamber... Read More.

Miss Kansas Competition to be held June 5, 6, 7, and 8, 2024 at Pratt Community College in Pratt, Kansas

Monday, April 22

By the Miss Kansas Organization PRATT, Kan. — Miss Kansas 2024 will be crowned on Saturday, June 8, 2024, at the 2024 Miss Kansas Competition. The Miss Kansas Organization (MKO) is proud to welcome 26 Miss Kansas delegates from the State of Kansas to the... Read More.

Senator Marshall Visits Barclay College Nursing Program

Senator Marshall Visits Groundbreaking Ceremonies for Blue Twins Farm Dairy

Kansas Law Enforcement Memorial Services to be Held May 2 & 3

Fort Hays State University Plans Spring Commencement Ceremonies

Local Leaders Attend Western Kansas Congressional Delegation in Regional Collaboration

False Report Prompts Police Response & Lockdown In Area

Dry Lake Brewing: Crafting More Than Just Beer for a Cause

Fort Larned Historical Society Receives Humanities Kansas Grant

Barton County Commission Approves Settlement with Two Ex-Community Corrections Employees

2023 Kansas Civil Asset Forfeiture Report Released

65 Years Strong: Great Bend Chamber to Host Business After Hours for OPI

Miss Kansas Competition to be held June 5, 6, 7, and 8, 2024 at Pratt Community College in Pratt, Kansas

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