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Local Firefighter Ensures Proper Car Seat Installation for Area Children

Wednesday, April 17

By the City of Great Bend GREAT BEND, Kan. — Thanks to the volunteer efforts of a local firefighter, parents in Barton County can rest a little easier. Cody Ruble, Great Bend Fire Department captain and paramedic, also serves as a car seat technician and was... Read More.

Videos Series Brings Voice to Work Zone Awareness

Tuesday, April 16

By the Kansas Department of Transportation TOPEKA, Kan. – April 15 through April 19 is National Work Zone Awareness Week. But for Kansas Department of Transportation crews and contract workers, their lives depend on work zone awareness every week of the year. In highway construction... Read More.

49 Animals Seized From Nickerson Residence

Tuesday, April 16

By Lucky Kidd NICKERSON, Kan. — 41 cats, five dogs, two chinchillas and one rabbit have been seized by Reno County Sheriff's Deputies from a residence in Nickerson and are currently being housed in four area shelters. Reno County Sheriff's Captain Steve Lutz said deputies went... Read More.

Bomgaars Grand Opening Celebration: Fun, Food, and Philanthropy

Tuesday, April 16

By the Great Bend Chamber of Commerce GREAT BEND, Kan. — The Great Bend Chamber of Commerce hosted a Ribbon Cutting ceremony on Friday, April 12, 2024, to celebrate the Grand Opening of Bomgaars at 5320 10th St., Great Bend. The event was a big... Read More.

AMERICAN PICKERS to Film in Kansas

Monday, April 15

By the American Pickers TV Show, Cineflix Productions KANSAS — The American Pickers are excited to return to Kansas! They plan to film episodes of The History Channel hit television series throughout your area in June 2024. AMERICAN PICKERS is a documentary series that explores... Read More.

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.