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Great Bend Economic Development Awarded a $4.38M Grant for an Innovative, Community Center Focused on Childcare, Entrepreneurship, Workforce, and Healthcare

Wednesday, February 7

By Lee Ann June, Communications Director for Great Bend Economic Development, Inc. GREAT BEND, Kan. – In a significant move to address the growing childcare needs in Kansas, Governor Laura Kelly, in collaboration with the Kansas Children’s Cabinet and Trust Fund, has announced the allocation... Read More.

Governor Announces Kansas Traffic Fatalities Lowest Since 2015

Wednesday, February 7

By the Kansas Department of Transportation TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly today announced that for the first time since 2015, Kansas saw less than 400 traffic fatalities last year. Preliminary data for 2023 indicates 388 people died in traffic crashes in Kansas, compared to... Read More.

Barton to Host Adult Education Classes Downtown

Wednesday, February 7

By Joe Vinduska, Barton Community College GREAT BEND, Kan. — Barton Community College’s Center for Adult Education will soon begin another nine-week session of classes. However, orientation days are required before starting the classes. Students must attend all orientation days in-person, which will be... Read More.

Ellsworth Correctional Facility and Barton Community College Hold Learning Celebration

Tuesday, February 6

By Joe Vinduska, Barton Community College GREAT BEND, Kan. — Barton Community College and Ellsworth Correctional Facility (ECF) honored the achievements of ECF residents at their annual learning celebration this past October.This year's celebration recognized 95 graduates for their dedication to their education by... Read More.

Budget Amendment to Increase Funding for Intellectual/Developmental Disability and Physical Disability Waivers Announced

Tuesday, February 6

$23M Investment Will Ensure 500 More Kansans Receive Critical Services By the Kansas Office of the Governor TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly today announced a Governor’s Budget Amendment to her Fiscal Year 2025 budget proposal to invest over $23 million for the Intellectual/Developmental Disability (I/DD)... Read More.

Emergency HEAL Grants Available to Stabilize Rural Downtown Buildings

Friday, February 2

By the Kansas Department of Commerce TOPEKA, Kan. – Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland announced on Feb. 1 that $500,000 will be available under the Emergency Response Historic Economic Asset Lifeline (Emergency HEAL) program to bring rural downtown buildings back from likely... Read More.

Great Bend Airfest Returns

Friday, February 2

GREAT BEND, Kan. — Great Bend Airfest 2024 returns Sept. 20 - Sept. 22. Nine of the nation’s top-ranked performers are booked according to the City of Great Bend. Others booked include a group of Warbirds and musical entertainment by the Ladies for Liberty. A... Read More.

Kobach Announces Annual Crime Victims’ Service Awards Open for Nominations

Friday, February 2

By the Office of the Kansas Attorney General TOPEKA, Kan. – Five awards that recognize service to victims of crime are open for nomination, Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach announced Jan. 31, 2024The awards recognize agencies, organizations and individuals who provide exemplary service to victims... Read More.

Family Crisis Center Celebrates Newly Dedicated Basement Space

Thursday, February 1

By the Great Bend Chamber of Commerce GREAT BEND, Kan. — The Family Crisis Center is delighted to announce the dedication of their newly transformed basement space, a significant milestone in their commitment to supporting individuals and families facing crisis situations. The Executive Director of... Read More.

KDOT I-70 Project in Gove County Wins National Award, Received by Project Contractor APAC Shears

Wednesday, January 31

By the Kansas Department of Transportation GOVE COUNTY, Kan. — The Kansas Department of Transportation’s I-70 asphalt improvement project in Gove County received the 2023 Sheldon G. Hayes Award – the top paving award from the National Asphalt Pavement Association.The award was presented this week... Read More.

Dr. Marcus Garstecki Named Sixth President of Barton Community College

Tuesday, January 30

By Maggie Harris, Barton Community College GREAT BEND, Kan. — During a special Board meeting on Jan. 30, the Barton Community College Board of Trustees announced Dr. Marcus Garstecki as Barton’s sixth president.With over 25 years of experience in higher education, Dr. Garstecki has... Read More.

B-29 Doc Adds Great Bend Airport Airfest to 2024 Schedule

Tuesday, January 30

By Doc's Friends WICHITA and GREAT BEND, Kan. – The B-29 Doc History Restored Tour will land in Great Bend where Doc will be one of the featured performers at the 2024 Great Bend Airport Airfest, Sept. 20-22. The tour stop will include B-29... Read More.