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Headed Back to Nationals, 20th Ranked Barton Men’s Golf Secure Berth with 4th Place District Finish; Bolander Earns Honors

Tuesday, May 7

GREAT BEND, Kan. (BartonSports.com) - The 20th ranked Barton Community College men's golf team earned its first national tournament berth in ten years by finishing tied for 4th last Tuesday in the Region VI/Central District Championships held at Tiffany Greens Golf Club in... Read More.

Barton Emergency Medical Services Program Applications Open Through July 31

Wednesday, May 1

By Joe Vinduska, Barton Community College GREAT BEND, Kan. — Those wanting to help save lives and be a part of a vital industry can apply for Barton’s Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) and Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) programs now through July 31.Barton Director... Read More.

Barton PTK Honor Society Students Brighten May Day for Area Assisted-Living Residents

Wednesday, May 1

By Joe Vinduska, Barton Community College GREAT BEND, Kan. — As members of the Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Honor Society, Barton students have the opportunity to celebrate their academic achievements, but they also spend their time volunteering and finding ways to help others and... Read More.

Larned State Correctional Facility and Barton Community College Hold Learning Celebration

Tuesday, April 30

By Maggie Harris, Barton County Community College GREAT BEND, Kan. — Barton Community College and Larned State Correctional Facility (LSCF) honored the achievements of LSCF residents at their annual learning celebration on April 10.Graduates were awarded their associate degree, high school diploma, or workforce training... Read More.

Barton Softball Hangs Pair of Eight-Run Victories at Pratt

Thursday, April 25

PRATT, Kan. (BartonSports.com) - The Barton Community College softball team registered a pair of 13-5 five-inning victories Wednesday at Pratt Community College.GAME 1 BOX SCORE GAME 2 BOX SCOREBarton scored in all but one of its four frames of the opener before... Read More.

Barton County Commission Approves Settlement with Two Ex-Community Corrections Employees

Tuesday, April 23

By Lucky Kidd GREAT BEND, Kan. — Barton County Commissioners have approved a settlement agreement with two former Community Corrections Employees who were terminated from the County November 17, 2023, after a program audit report by the Kansas Department of Corrections.The agreement was reached following... Read More.

Barton Dance to Host Two-Night Spring Festival

Friday, April 19

By Joe Vinduska GREAT BEND, Kan. — Barton’s Dance Department will host the “Moving in the Heartland” Dance Festival at 7 p.m. April 26 and 27 in the Fine Arts Auditorium. General admission tickets are five dollars at the door. Children and Barton students get... Read More.

Barton Community College Announces Fall 2023 Graduates

Wednesday, April 17

By Barton Community College Barton Community College has announced its list of graduates who earned associate degrees or certificates for career training during the fall semester of 2023. In-State students: Belleville Ty Sothers, A.A.S.Burdett Rachel McJunkin, A.A. Elizabeth Rasmussen, A.S.Chapman Joshua Hettenbach, A.A.S. Dylan Meyer, A.S.Cheney Rylan Doshier, A.S.Clay Center Chayla Maichel, Child... 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.

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.

Public Celebration for Barton Basketball’s First National Championship Planned for Wednesday, April 10

Thursday, April 4

GREAT BEND, Kan. (BartonSports.com) - Hosted by the Cougar Booster Club, in conjunction with the Best Western Angus Inn, a public celebration of the first ever National Championship title achieved by the Barton men's basketball program is planned for Wednesday, April 10, from 5:00... Read More.