Larned News

Westfalls named Old Bill Honorees at 44th Annual Barton Foundation Auction; Tickets available until Aug. 11

Friday, August 11

By Lindsey Bogner, Barton Community College The Barton Community College Foundation Board has chosen to recognize Larry and Jan Westfall with the “Old Bill Honorarium” at its 44th Annual Big Benefit Auction, which is set for 5:30 p.m. Aug. 26 at the Great Bend Events...

New Round of Funding Announced for Revitalization of Downtown Buildings

Friday, August 11

By Kansas Commerce TOPEKA, Kan. — Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland announced on Aug. 10 that $1.5 million will be available for a fourth round of Historic Economic Asset Lifeline (HEAL) grants to revitalize dilapidated and underutilized downtown buildings in small communities...

McPherson College Classic Car on the Way to Pebble Beach

Friday, August 11

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — A project more than seven years in the making began its journey to the greatest classic car show in the world this morning.The 1953 Mercedes Benz 300 S restored...

Making his Mark on the Mic

Thursday, August 10

By Brenna Eller He greets you in the morning on your early commute or wishes you well as you're coming home from your overnight shift. Those who have driven, worked or lived in the McPherson area likely know the voice of Mark...

Update: Decision for Official Newspaper of Reno County on Hold

Thursday, August 10

By Lucky Kidd RENO COUNTY, Kan. — A selection of an official newspaper for Reno County is on hold after the County Commission tabled final action during Wednesday's meeting.Two weeks ago the Commission agreed to...

13 Cows Dead Out of 76, Overturned Trailer on K-156

Wednesday, August 9

ELLSWORTH COUNTY, Kan. — At around 2:56 p.m.,

Governor Kelly and Kansas Department of Labor Step Up Efforts Against Worker Misclassification Fraud

Wednesday, August 9

By the Kansas Office of the Governor TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly and the Kansas Department of Labor (KDOL) today announced actions and highlighted resources to prevent worker misclassification, which occurs when an employer incorrectly classifies workers as independent contractors rather than employees. KDOL’s Unemployment Insurance...

Great Bend High School Student Utilizes Barton to Get a Jumpstart on College

Wednesday, August 9

By Maggie Harris GREAT BEND, Kan. — Elle Hutchinson’s dream of being one of the youngest practicing lawyers in Kansas is one step closer to becoming a reality after completing her associate degree at Barton Community College as well as her high school diploma this...

Labor Day warning – Drive sober or get pulled over

Wednesday, August 9

“If You Feel Different, You Drive Different. Drive High, Get a DUI” By Kansas Department of Transportation TOPEKA – Summer may be coming to an end, but there’s no end in sight to law enforcement’s crackdown on impaired driving. This Labor Day holiday, the Kansas...

Red Cross: Donation Shortfall May Impact Blood Supply

Wednesday, August 9

$10 E-Gift Card for Donors in August By American Red Cross KANSAS — The American Red Cross has seen a shortfall of about 25,000 blood donations in the first two months of the summer, which makes it hard to keep hospital shelves stocked with lifesaving blood...

Fatal Officer-Involved Shooting in Ness County

Tuesday, August 8

By the Kansas Bureau of InvestigationNESS COUNTY, Kan. — The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) is investigating an officer-involved shooting that...