Larned News

Great Bend Economic Development 2025 to Launch “Entrepreneurial Mindset” Classes

Friday, November 15

By Great Bend Economic Development GREAT BEND, Kan. — Great Bend Economic Development is excited to announce the launch of its 2025 "Entrepreneurial Mindset" classes, in partnership with NetWork Kansas, starting January 8. This program aims to inspire Barton...

Shoe Sensation to Host 9th Annual Socks for Troops Fundraiser

Wednesday, November 13

By Shoe Sensation, Inc. GREAT BEND, Kan. — Shoe Sensation, a regional chain of name brand family shoe stores, is hosting its 9th annual “Socks for Troops” fundraiser in all 240+ retail locations. Last year, the company collected over...

Barton County Commissioners Approve Change to Authorized Positions Listing

Tuesday, November 12

By Lucky Kidd BARTON COUNTY, Kan. — Barton County Commissioners approved a change to the Authorized Positions listing that was adopted when it approved the county's 2025 operating budget. The change involved one-half full-time position being added to both...

Kansas Lawmakers Anxious about Costly Nursing Shortage at Psychiatric Hospitals

Tuesday, November 12

Staffing agency nurses at Larned, Osawatomie cost $60 million annually By Tim Carpenter,

Larned Man Charged with Murder, Other Charges, and Bound Over Arraignment to be Set at Later Date

Monday, November 11

By Lucky Kidd LARNED, Kan. — The man charged with the shooting

Great Bend City Street Crews to Begin Work at 1615 10th Street Nov. 12

Wednesday, November 6

GREAT BEND, Kan. — The City of Great Bend Street crews will begin work at 1615 10th Street, the Front Door Building, on the north drive starting November 12th. Repairs will be conducted on an area in front of the drive in...

Vietnam Memorial Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Set for Veteran’s Day in Great Bend

Wednesday, November 6

By the Great Bend Chamber of Commerce GREAT BEND, Kan. — The Great Bend Chamber of Commerce invites the community to attend a ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Vietnam Memorial on Monday, November 11, 2024, at Veterans Memorial...

Great Bend Economic Development Presents Entrepreneurial Mindset Classes to Empower Local Entrepreneurs

Wednesday, November 6

By Great Bend Economic Development, Inc. GREAT BEND, Kan. — Great Bend Economic Development is excited to announce the launch of its 2025 "Entrepreneurial Mindset" classes, in partnership with NetWork Kansas, starting January 8. This program aims to inspire...