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City of Great Bend Announces Theme for 2024 Home for the Holidays Parade

Wednesday, October 16

GREAT BEND, Kan. — The City of Great Bend has announced the theme for the 2024 Home for the Holidays Parade: “Creating Christmas Traditions”, which honors Grand Marshal Sarah Krom for dedicating so much time over the years to preserving the Christmas Parade tradition.The... Read More.

Barton Community College to Host Adult Education Classes in Downtown Great Bend

Friday, October 11

By Joe Vinduska, Barton Community College GREAT BEND, Kan. (Oct. 10, 2024) — Barton Community College’s Center for Adult Education is holding orientation days Nov. 4-7 with multiple times available in preparation for its next nine-week session of high school diploma classes, which will... Read More.

The IGNITE Business Competition Finals: This Thursday Night in Great Bend

Monday, October 7

By Great Bend Economic Development, Inc. GREAT BEND, Kan. — The stage is set for the 2024 IGNITE Business Competition, and the top five finalists, known as the “Live 5,” are ready to compete for a share of $95,000 in prize money. The live finals... Read More.

Great Bend Police Chief Releases Statement Regarding Increased Police Presence at Great Bend Middle School

Wednesday, September 25

GREAT BEND, Kan. — Great Bend Police Chief Steve Haulmark released a statement to the public today with information regarding increased police presence at the Great Bend Middle School. "This measure is being taken as part of our commitment to ensure the safety of students,... Read More.

Great Bend Man Sentenced for Aggravated Indecent Liberties with a Child

Tuesday, September 24

By Lucky Kidd PAWNEE COUNTY, Kan. — A Great Bend Man who entered an “Alford Plea” to aggravated indecent liberties with a child involving incidents occurring in Larned between 2016 and 2017 was sentenced Tuesday to just over 26 ½ years in prison.Shelby Lee Starr... Read More.

Record Night for Great Bend Receiver Leads Panthers to Win Over Buhler

Monday, September 23

Great Bend 43, Buhler 26Great Bend, KAN. – In a game of two otherwise evenly matched teams, Great Bend’s Ian Premer inserted himself firmly in the spotlight during Friday Night’s win over Buhler. The 6-6 receiver hauled in five passes, all for touchdowns, and... Read More.

Great Bend Chamber Celebrates 30 Years of Kids Ag Day

Tuesday, September 17

By the Great Bend Chamber of Commerce GREAT BEND, Kan. — On September 4th, the 30th Annual Kids Ag Day took place at Diamond K Farms, now owned and managed by Josh Koelsch, marking three decades of educating Barton County’s fourth-grade students about the vital... Read More.

Bullpup Football Stifled by Great Bend Defense, Fall 28-6 in Season Opener

Monday, September 9

McPHERSON, Kan. - The McPherson High School football team started off their 2024 in front of a full crowd at McPherson Stadium, but suffered a season-opening loss to Great Bend for the second year in a row.Great Bend started strong out of the gate returning... Read More.

Upcoming Project on 2200 Block of 24th Street in Great Bend

Friday, September 6

By Brenna Eller GREAT BEND, Kan. — Beginning Friday, Sept. 6, Kansas Gas Service will be working on repairs at the 2200 block of 24th Street. The work is expected to be completed (weather permitting) on Saturday, Sept. 7. During this time, traffic will be... Read More.

Discover Great Bend’s Rich History and Vibrant Art Scene with the New Great Bend Alive Tours App

Wednesday, September 4

By Great Bend Economic Development, Inc. GREAT BEND, Kan. — Explore the heart of Great Bend like never before with the newly launched Great Bend Alive Tours app! Now available on the Google Play Store, Apple Store, and online, this innovative app brings the stories... Read More.

Great Bend City Council Approves Agreement with Kansas Motocross Championship Series LLC Operators for Use of Great Bend Motopark

Wednesday, September 4

By Lucky Kidd GREAT BEND, Kan. — The Great Bend City Council approved an agreement with the operators of Kansas Motocross Championship Series LLC for use of the Great Bend Motopark at the Airport Expo Area.Under the contract, James Baldwin and LaRyssa Banker agreed to... Read More.

Work to Begin Tuesday for 2024 Great Bend Chip and Seal Project

Friday, August 30

By the City of Great Bend GREAT BEND, Kan. — The 2024 Chip and Seal with a Fog coat project is scheduled to begin Tuesday Sept. 3, 2024, circumstances pending. The areas to be affected by this project are select streets North of 24th between... Read More.