Larned News

Finalists Announced for Barton Community College Presidency

Wednesday, December 20

By Maggie Harris, Barton Community College GREAT BEND, Kan. — Barton Community College is pleased to announce the final two candidates in the search for the College’s next president. The search began in September when Dr. Carl Heilman announced his retirement effective June 30 after... Read More.

Kansas Chamber Annual Business Leaders Poll Finds Concerns about Business Costs Skyrocketing

Tuesday, December 19

By the Kansas Chamber Topeka, KAN., — The Kansas Chamber Tuesday released the 19th edition of its Annual Business Leaders Poll. “Each year the Kansas Chamber asks business leaders from across the state to name the most important issues they face. This year’s poll found taxes,... Read More.

New License Plate Design Announced After Nearly 270K Votes Cast

Monday, December 18

By the Kansas Office of the Governor TOPEKA, Kan. – Governor Laura Kelly today announced the new Kansas standard-issue license plate design, which was chosen by a majority of the public after a week-long voting process that elicited nearly 270,000 votes from Kansans in all... Read More.

Chamber/CVB/ECO Devo Unite for Collaborative Meeting & ASK GBK

Friday, December 15

By the City of Great Bend GREAT BEND, Kan. – The Great Bend Chamber of Commerce, Great Bend Economic Development, and the City of Great Bend Convention & Visitors Bureau are thrilled to announce a collaborative meeting aimed at fostering synergy and collective growth within... Read More.

Sen. Moran Applauds Passage of NDAA, Supports Military Readiness

Thursday, December 14

Legislation Includes Benefits for Military Spouses, New Investments at Fort Riley By the Office of U.S. Senator for Kansas Jerry Moran WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) today applauded the Senate’s passage of the FY2024 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). This legislation will now go... Read More.

2024 Community Health Needs Assessment to be Hosted by Pawnee Valley Community Hospital

Tuesday, December 12

By Pawnee Valley Community Hospital PAWNEE COUNTY, Kan. — Over the next few months, Pawnee Valley Community Hospital will be working together with other area community leaders to update the Pawnee County, KS 2024 Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA). Today, we are requesting Pawnee County... Read More.

Kansans Can Vote Among 5 New Designs Adhering to Law Enforcement Needs through Friday, Dec. 15

Monday, December 11

By the Kansas Office of the Governor TOPEKA, Kan. – Governor Laura Kelly today shared how Kansans will be able to weigh in on the next State of Kansas license plate. Starting today, Kansans can go to KSPlates.kansas.gov to vote for their favorite plate... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces Release of Early Childhood Transition Task Force Final Report

Monday, December 11

Report Analyzes Current Early Childhood Care and Education System, Recommends Unification of Kansas' Early Childhood Services By the Kansas Office of the Governor TOPEKA, Kan. – Today, the Kansas Early Childhood Transition Task Force (ECTTF), established by Governor Laura Kelly through the first executive order... Read More.

Carter Leads Four Wildcats in Double Figures in 75-60 win at LSU

Saturday, December 9

BATON ROUGE, La. (KStateSports.com) – Louisiana native Cam Carter led four Wildcats in double figures with a game-high 21 points, as Kansas State ran its winning streak to 5 games with a 75-60 road win over LSU on Saturday... Read More.

VA Ready to Open Hays Clinic at New Location

Friday, December 8

By the Robert J. Dole VA Medical Center Wichita, Kan. – Veterans in northwest Kansas will now have easier access to VA’s Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) in Hays with its relocation to 4107 Vine Street, just north of I-70. The community is invited to attend... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces Nearly $2M to Support Kansas Children Exposed to Drugs

Friday, December 8

By the Kansas Office of the Governor TOPEKA, Kan. – Governor Laura Kelly today announced that the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE), in partnership with the Kansas Alliance for Drug Endangered Children, is awarding nearly $2 million to 18 Kansas service agencies in... Read More.

Sen. Moran Announces Grant to Begin Work on Connecting the Heartland Flyer to Kansas

Friday, December 8

By the Office of U.S. Senator for Kansas Jerry Moran WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) today announced a $500,000 Federal Railroad Administration grant to begin planning and development for an extension of Amtrak’s Heartland Flyer that will connect the existing rail service between... Read More.