Larned News

Larned State Correctional Officer Arrested for Bringing Quantities of Methamphetamines Into Facility

Thursday, August 17

LARNED, Kan. — A correctional officer at Larned State Correctional Facility has been charged with bringing distribution quantities of methamphetamine into the facility.Jessie Smith II appeared in Pawnee County District Court this morning to be read formal charges: 1. Possession of 63.0 Grams of... Read More.

KCAIC Invites Creative Individuals to Join Kansas Touring Artist Roster

Thursday, August 17

By Kansas Commerce TOPEKA, Kan. – The Kansas Creative Arts Industries Commission (KCAIC) announced it is accepting applications from artists to be listed on the Kansas Touring Artist Roster. Applicants can come from any artistic discipline including, but not limited to, music, theater, dance, visual... Read More.

Career Opportunities in Kansas Plentiful for Those Seeking Work

Thursday, August 17

By Kansas Commerce TOPEKA, Kan. — Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland invites jobseekers and employers to participate in this month’s Statewide Virtual Job Fair, hosted by KANSASWORKS, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, August 23.“In 2023 alone, more than 1,500 jobseekers... Read More.

Fort Larned Post Band Needing Volunteers

Thursday, August 17

By Fort Larned NHS LARNED, Kan. — It’s official, we’re getting the band back together. As some may remember, the Fort Larned Post Band was once an ongoing program enjoyed by both participants and listeners.In evaluating the resources currently available at Fort Larned, we realized... Read More.

Kansas Housing Resources Corporation Awards MIH Grants and Tax Credits

Wednesday, August 16

KANSAS — Kansas Housing Resources Corporation made award announcements on Aug. 11 for the 2023 Round 2 Moderate Income Housing, Kansas Housing Investor Tax Credit, and Moderate Income Housing-American Rescue Plan Act Award List. There were 20 projects from 19 Kansas communities awarded MIH Grants... Read More.

Fort Larned Board Approves Purchase of Updated Science Curriculum for District

Wednesday, August 16

By Lucky Kidd LARNED, Kan. — At the meeting on Monday, the Fort Larned USD 495 Board of Education approved purchase of an updated science curriculum for the district, authorized letting out for bids the elementary school playground surface and for investment of public funds.... Read More.

USD 428 Approves Nearly $4.8 Mill for Construction of Pre-School and Administrative Offices

Wednesday, August 16

By Lucky Kidd GREAT BEND, Kan. — The Great Bend USD 428 Board of Education has approved a guaranteed maximum price of nearly 4.8 million dollars for renovations of the former CUNA Mutual Group Property in the 1800 block of 24th Street, which is proposed... Read More.

Great Bend Man Arrested on Fentanyl Distribution Charges

Wednesday, August 16

By Lucky Kidd GREAT BEND, Kan. — A 35-year-old Great Bend man was arrested Tuesday evening on fentanyl distribution charges.The Barton County Sheriff's Office said Chet Whetham was taken into custody after deputies executed a search warrant at his residence in a Great Bend... Read More.

Barton County Commissioners Approve 2024 Budget with Reduced Property Tax Levy

Wednesday, August 16

By Lucky Kidd BARTON COUNTY, Kan. — Barton County Commissioners Tuesday approved a 2024 budget that calls for a just over 4.2 mill reduction in the property tax levy from 2023's levy. The 2024 levy of 37.146 mills will also be just below the calculated... Read More.

Women of the Southern Colonies Program by Jason Lindstrom of Barton Community College

Wednesday, August 16

By the Barton County Historical Society GREAT BEND, Kan. — Jason Lindstrom, history professor, will present in the Ray Schulz Memorial Library on Monday, August 28th. Professor Lindstrom’s program will elaborate on the experiences of women in the Southern colonies of the United States, and... Read More.

Chamber Blue Survey Deadline Approaches, Submit by August 17th

Wednesday, August 16

By Great Bend Chamber of Commerce GREAT BEND, Kan. — If your business is interested in reviewing group insurance rates for the 2024 plan year of the Chamber Blue of Kansas health insurance option, the interest survey is now LIVE.The business must complete the... Read More.

BREAKING: KBI Announces Criminal Investigation Linked to Marion County Record to Proceed Independently

Wednesday, August 16

By Lucky Kidd MARION, Kan. — Kansas Bureau of Investigation announced today the criminal investigation linked to the Marion County Record will proceed independently and without review or examination of any evidence seized from the paper and two homes by Marion Police under search warrants... Read More.