Larned News

Cold Weather Rule and LIEAP Application Period Ending Monday

Friday, March 28

TOPEKA, Kan. — The Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC) wants to remind utility customers that there are two important dates coming up that they should be aware of. First, the Cold Weather Rule ends on Monday, March 31. The Cold Weather Rule protects residential customers,... Read More.

Prairie Bank of Kansas Announces Sale of Parent Holding Company, Plans for Merger with Community National Bank and Trust

Wednesday, March 26

Prairie Bank of Kansas is changing hands. The Stafford-based bank, which also has locations in Buhler, Hutchinson and Inman, announced this week the sale of its parent holding company, Farmers National Bancshares Inc. to Community Bancorp Inc. and its subsidiary bank, Chanute based Community... Read More.

Big Bend Bash: A New Downtown Festival Coming to Great Bend on June 7

Tuesday, March 25

GREAT BEND, Kan. — Great Bend Alive, the downtown arm of Great Bend Economic Development (GBED), is partnering with the City of Great Bend to introduce a brand-new festival, Big Bend Bash, set for Saturday, June 7, 2025. Designed to celebrate local culture and... Read More.

Kansas Legislature Overrides Governor Kelly’s Veto of Bill Ending Grace Period for Mailed in Ballots

Tuesday, March 25

TOPEKA, Kan. — The Kansas Legislature Tuesday voted to override Governor Laura Kelly's veto of Kansas Senate Bill 4 that ends the grace period for mail ballots to be received requiring all advance ballots to be in to the county clerk or election... Read More.

Barton County Commissioners Approve Changes on Procuring Cold Mix Asphalt for Projects, Appoint Andrew Fischer as Comanche Township Trustee

Tuesday, March 25

Barton County Commission Meeting March 25, 2025, Highlights BARTON COUNTY, Kan. — Barton County Commissioners have approved a change in how the county procures cold mix asphalt for road projects. Earlier this month the Commission had tabled purchase of cold mix after staff indicated they... Read More.

Connect with Job Seekers at the Grow Workforce Business & Career Expo

Tuesday, March 25

GREAT BEND, Kan. — Time is running out to secure your booth for the Grow Workforce Business & Career Expo on April 16 at the Great Bend Events Center! This event attracts a diverse group of job seekers, including students looking for internships and... Read More.

FinCEN Removes BOI Reporting Requirement for U.S. Companies

Monday, March 24

WASHINGTON, D.C. (March 21, 2025) — Consistent with the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s March 2, 2025 announcement, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) is issuing an interim final rule that removes the requirement for U.S. companies and U.S. persons to report... Read More.

Governor Kelly Signs Bipartisan Bill Expanding Move-Over Protections for all Highway Drivers

Monday, March 24

TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly signed on Monday Senate Bill 8, which requires drivers to move over when passing stationary vehicles displaying hazard warning lights.“Thanks to this commonsense bill, all drivers will now be required to move over or slow down if... Read More.

KDOT to Hold Meeting at Great Bend Recreation Center Thursday, March 27

Monday, March 24

GREAT BEND, Kan. (March 21, 2025) — The Kansas Department of Transportation will be holding a listening meeting in Great Bend on Thursday, March 27 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. over the Southwest Kansas Mobility and Expansion Strategy. This will be a chance... Read More.

Smokey Steps Down as Rush County Speedway Bullring Promoter, Welcomes William Nusser of Larned, Kansas

Friday, March 21

LACROSSE, Kan. — After three memorable years, Smokey has announced he will no longer serve as promoter of the Rush County Speedway, a thrilling bullring track in LaCrosse, Kansas, due to recent changes. In a heartfelt farewell, Smokey expressed his deep gratitude to the... Read More.

City of Great Bend to Begin Work on Harrison Street by East Entrance of McDonalds Monday, March 24

Friday, March 21

GREAT BEND, Kan. — The City of Great Bend will begin work on Harrison Street by the East Entrance of McDonald’s on Monday, March 24. City crews will be replacing the asphalt with concrete at this location, doing the work in three segments to reduce... Read More.

Jordaan Memorial Library 2025 Summer Reading Program Sponsorship Opportunity

Wednesday, March 19

LARNED, Kan. — The Jordaan Memorial Library is excited to offer "Saddle Up! For the Reading Trail" as the 2025 summer reading program.The program will run from June 3 through July 11 and will be full of fun events and activities for kids of... Read More.