Larned News

Barton Foundation ‘Grow With Us’ Capital Campaign Nears Finish Line, Invites Final Donations to Reach Goal

Monday, April 15

By Maggie Harris, Barton Community College GREAT BEND, Kan. (April 12, 2024) — The Barton Foundation launched the ‘Grow With Us’ capital campaign almost two years ago, and with the finish line drawing near, the Foundation wants to give donors one more opportunity to be... Read More.

Barton to Host Annual Endowment Concert

Monday, April 15

By Joe Vinduska, Barton Community College GREAT BEND, Kan. — The Barton Music Department will host its annual Endowment Concert to raise funds for music student scholarships at 7:30 p.m. May 9 in the Fine Arts Auditorium. Tickets are $10 for adults. Children and students... Read More.

Boys State of Kansas Offering College Credit, Scholarships for Attendees

Monday, April 15

By the American Legion Boys State of Kansas KANSAS — The American Legion Boys State of Kansas has announced a partnership with Kansas State University to offer attendees of the leadership program three hours of college credit at a significant discount. This year’s ALBSK will... Read More.

IGNITE Rural Business Competition Ignites Entrepreneurial Spirit in Barton County, Kansas

Monday, April 15

By Great Bend Economic Development GREAT BEND, Kan. — The IGNITE Rural Business Competition, organized by Great Bend Economic Development, continues to ignite the entrepreneurial spirit in Barton County, providing a platform for local businesses to thrive and innovate. Designed to empower emerging ventures, IGNITE... Read More.

Bushton Proud Committee to Host Karaoke & BBQ Night

Tuesday, April 9

By the Bushton Proud Committee BUSHTON, Kan. — The Bushton Proud Committee will host a Karaoke & BBQ Night on Saturday, April 20, at the Bushton Community Center, 301 N. Main Street, Bushton. Happy Hour, with alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages for purchase, will begin at 5:00... Read More.

High Wind Warning, Fire Danger Saturday, Eclipse Viewable Locally Monday

Friday, April 5

By Lucky Kidd A high wind warning has been issued by the National Weather Service for roughly the western 2/3rds of Kansas from noon to 8 PM Saturday. South winds are forecast to be sustained at 30 to 40 miles an hour, with gusts expected to... Read More.

K-State, The University of Kansas Health System Announce Partnership to Support Rural Health Care and Communities

Thursday, April 4

By Jennifer Tidball and Laura McCarthy, K-State News and Communication Services MANHATTAN AND KANSAS CITY, Kan. — Through the K-State 105 initiative, Kansas State University and The University of Kansas Health System announced today that the organizations are working together... Read More.

KDHE Announces the Beginning of the Harmful Algal Bloom Season

Tuesday, April 2

By the Kansas Department of Health and Environment TOPEKA, Kan. – 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... Read More.

Prairie Land REALTORS Office Grand Opening

Tuesday, April 2

By Prairie Land REALTORS® HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Prairie Land REALTORS® will host a Welcome Home Grand Opening event on April 16 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at 524 E 30th Ave, Hutchinson. Prairie Land REALTORS® will kick off the event with a Chamber Ribbon... Read More.

KMW Announces Substantial Growth, Investing $105M in Sterling

Tuesday, April 2

By Brenna Eller STERLING, Kan. — KMW Ltd, a leading manufacturer of loaders, backhoes, and attachments announced its substantial growth. Plans for building new facilities in Sterling, Kan., are well underway. Governor Laura Kelly today also announced the news, sharing that the company is "investing... Read More.

Great Bend Economic Development Announces a Ribbon Cutting and Open House for the First Advancing Barton County Childcare Center, Bright Beginnings, on May 2nd

Tuesday, April 2

By Great Bend Economic Development GREAT BEND, Kan. — Great Bend Economic Development is thrilled to announce the upcoming ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house event at Bright Beginnings by ABCC (Advancing Barton County Childcare, Inc.), the new childcare center located at 4507 Farmers Plaza, Great... Read More.

Great Bend Alive Kicks off Fridays on Forest Season Four on April 26th

Monday, April 1

By Great Bend Economic Development GREAT BEND, Kan. — Great Bend Alive, the downtown arm of Great Bend Economic Development (GBED) is excited to announce the upcoming Fridays on Forest Kick-Off on April 26, 2024. The event will take place on Forest Avenue, from Williams... Read More.

Barton Foundation ‘Grow With Us’ Capital Campaign Nears Finish Line, Invites Final Donations to Reach Goal

Barton to Host Annual Endowment Concert

Boys State of Kansas Offering College Credit, Scholarships for Attendees

IGNITE Rural Business Competition Ignites Entrepreneurial Spirit in Barton County, Kansas

Bushton Proud Committee to Host Karaoke & BBQ Night

High Wind Warning, Fire Danger Saturday, Eclipse Viewable Locally Monday

K-State, The University of Kansas Health System Announce Partnership to Support Rural Health Care and Communities

KDHE Announces the Beginning of the Harmful Algal Bloom Season

Prairie Land REALTORS Office Grand Opening

KMW Announces Substantial Growth, Investing $105M in Sterling

Great Bend Economic Development Announces a Ribbon Cutting and Open House for the First Advancing Barton County Childcare Center, Bright Beginnings, on May 2nd

Great Bend Alive Kicks off Fridays on Forest Season Four on April 26th

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