Larned News

FHSU’s Docking Institute Releases 2023 Kansas Speaks Survey

Wednesday, October 25

By FHSU University Communications HAYS, Kan. — The Docking Institute of Public Affairs recently released the annual Kansas Speaks Survey of public opinion. A panel of 485 adult residents of Kansas ages 18 and older were surveyed online to assess their attitudes and opinions regarding... Read More.

Larned Cemetery Walking Tour

Tuesday, October 24

By the Santa Fe Trail Center & Museum LARNED, Kan. — Get your spook on and join the Santa Fe Trail Center on a Larned Cemetery Walking Tour.This fundraiser is $5 each and is Saturday October 28th from 4-6pm. RSVP by October 26th.Join us... Read More.

Grow Workforce Presents Hireworks Employer and Jobseeker Summit

Tuesday, October 24

By Grow Workforce GREAT BEND, Kan. — Do you want to elevate your company? Do you need quality employees to join your workforce lineup? If you answered YES, to either of these questions, this event is for YOU!The Grow Workforce Partnership is excited to... Read More.

K-State Leads Project ARISE to Support Rural and Military-Connected Students Pursuing STEM Careers

Tuesday, October 24

By Patrice Scott, K-State Division of Communications and Marketing MANHATTAN, Kan. — The National Defense Education Program recently awarded Kansas State University's Rural Education Center and its partners a $4 million grant to enhance opportunities for rural and military-connected students interested... Read More.

Safety First in Vehicles: Buckle Up, Phone Down

Tuesday, October 24

By Kansas Department of Transportation KANSAS — Put safety first when getting into a vehicle and participate in Buckle Up Phone Down (BUPD) Day, recognized across the country on Oct. 25. The Kansas Department of Transportation and the Drive To Zero (DTZ) Coalition challenge all... Read More.

2023 Home for the Holidays Announcement

Monday, October 23

By the City of Great Bend GREAT BEND, Kan. — The City of Great Bend would like to make an exciting announcement regarding the Home for the Holidays Festival & Parade that will take place on Saturday, November 25, 2023. This is the 18th consecutive year... Read More.

September Labor Market Report

Friday, October 20

By the Kansas Department of Labor Communications Division IMPORTANT NOTE: This release includes nonfarm jobs and labor force estimates for September 2023, which are produced using data from two monthly surveys. Data for nonfarm job estimates is collected through a survey of employers while the... Read More.

Missing Buhler Teen Sought

Friday, October 20

By the Reno County Sheriff's Office RENO COUNTY, Kan. — The Reno County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help in locating a 15-year-old Buhler teen.Eco Kinast has not been seen since October 15th, although she has been in contact with some of her... Read More.

Kansas to Receive More than $5.4M to Improve 9-8-8 Capacity

Thursday, October 19

By the Kansas Office of the Governor TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly announced today that the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS) is receiving more than $5.4 million from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Substance Abuse and Mental... Read More.

USD 495 School Board Candidate Forum Oct. 21

Tuesday, October 17

By Larned Area Chamber of Commerce LARNED, Kan. — The Fort Larned Teachers Association is hosting a USD 495 School Board Candidate Forum on Oct. 21 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Jordaan Public Library, 724 Broadway in Larned.All of the candidates running for USD... Read More.

Barton Music Department to Play Combined Instrumental Concerts with Sterling College

Tuesday, October 17

By Barton Community College The Barton Community College Instrumental Music Department will present a pair of exchange concerts with Sterling College at 3 p.m. Oct. 29 at Sterling College, and at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 9 in the Fine Arts Auditorium. Admission is free for both... Read More.

KDOT Safe Routes to School Program Accepting Grant Applications for 2023-2024 School Year

Tuesday, October 17

By Kansas Department of Transportation KANSAS — Applications are being accepted for the Kansas Department of Transportation's Safe Routes to School (SRTS) program for its first year of Planning and Programming (P&P) grants.Safe Routes to School is a national program that promotes walking and bicycling... Read More.