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Thursday Night Chase in Great Bend Leads to Arrest and Patrol Cars Damaged

Friday, December 12

A Russell man has been arrested on multiple charges in connection with a Thursday night chase in Great Bend which went through multiple yards, hit several stop signs and other property, damaged two patrol cars, nearly ran over a Great Bend Police officer trying... Read More.

Great Bend Chamber Launches “Cups of Cheers” Week to Spread Holiday Cheer & Strengthen Connections

Thursday, December 11

GREAT BEND, Kan. — The Great Bend Chamber of Commerce is inviting residents, members, newcomers, and local businesses to join a special week of holiday hospitality with Cups of Cheers: Elevating Great Bend, One Warm Welcome at a Time. In the spirit of the... Read More.

Salthawk Swimmers Finish Second at Great Bend

Wednesday, December 10

The Hutchinson High boys swim team finished in second place Tuesday in Great Bend, gathering 388 points and finishing behind Hays' 482 points.Ethan Nichols won the 100-yard breaststroke in a time of 1 minute, 15.54 seconds. The Salthawks also had a pair of second-place... Read More.

Water Conservation Measures at the Great Bend Airport Industrial Complex Following Pump Failure

Wednesday, December 10

GREAT BEND, Kan. — The City of Great Bend is implementing temporary water conservation measures at the Great Bend Airport Industrial Complex due to a pump failure in the system that serves the Industrial Area. City crews are working diligently to repair the equipment... Read More.

Great Bend’s Ian Premer named Kansas Gatorade Football Player of the Year

Sunday, December 7

The 2025 Kansas Gatorade Football Player of the Year is Ian Premer, a standout athlete from Great Bend High School.Premer, a 6-foot-6, 240-pound tight end/wide receiver/running back/linebacker/defensive back, was recognized for his exceptional two-way performance, leadership, academics (4.0 GPA, first in his class) and... Read More.

Salina Central Mustangs Fight Off Great Bend Panthers in 5A State Semifinals

Saturday, November 22

The Salina Central Mustangs ended Great Bend’s Class 5A state football title hopes with a 30-28 victory in the 5A state semifinals Friday night at Great Bend.The score was tied 6-6 after one quarter. The Mustangs led at halftime 16-6. In the third quarter, the... Read More.

Farmers, Food Systems Highlight 2026 Great Plains Growers Conference

Friday, November 14

Regional event set for Jan. 8-10 in St. Joseph, Mo. MANHATTAN, Kan. — Organizers of a three-day conference drawing growers, researchers and community leaders from across the Midwest say the early January event will help strengthen regional food systems.The 2026 Great Plains Growers Conference,... Read More.

Construction Pause at Great Bend Innovation Center as Funding Timeline Shifts

Wednesday, November 12

GREAT BEND, Kan. — Great Bend Economic Development announced on Monday that after completing phase one of construction on the Great Bend Innovation Center, further construction will temporarily pause as the organization works to close the remaining funding gap to finish phase two.The multi-million... Read More.

Construction Pause at Great Bend Innovation Center as Funding Timeline Shifts

Monday, November 10

GREAT BEND, Kan. — Great Bend Economic Development announced today that after completing phase one of construction on the Great Bend Innovation Center, further construction will temporarily pause as the organization works to close the remaining funding gap to finish phase two.The multi-million project,... Read More.

Great Bend Chamber Helps Celebrate Walnut Bowl’s Renovations with Ribbon Cutting

Monday, October 27

GREAT BEND, Kan. — A Chamber Coffee and Ribbon Cutting was held at Walnut Bowl on Thursday, October 23, 2025, in celebration of the completion of extensive remodeling and modernization efforts at the beloved Great Bend entertainment hub.Hosted by the Great Bend Chamber of... Read More.

Great Bend Holiday Open Houses Set for Nov. 8

Thursday, October 23

GREAT BEND, Kan. — The City of Great Bend, Great Bend Convention and Visitors Bureau, Great Bend Chamber of Commerce and Great Bend Alive invite local retailers and community members to participate in the 2025 “Holiday Open Houses” on Saturday, Nov. 8, to kick... Read More.

Nominate Outstanding Leaders and Businesses for Great Bend Chamber of Commerce 2026 Annual Awards

Thursday, October 16

GREAT BEND, Kan. — It’s that time of year when we come together to celebrate the incredible individuals and businesses that make Great Bend a vibrant and thriving community. We’re thrilled to announce that nominations are now open for the Great Bend Chamber of... Read More.