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Grant gets Clemson off to good start in NCAAs
DAYTON, Ohio (AP) - As pleased as he was that his Clemson team had won an NCAA tournament game for the first time in 14 years, coach Brad Brownell was already concerned about what comes next.
It feels (YAWN) just great
Two hundred boredom "activists" gathered in London at James Ward's annual banal-palooza conference, "Boring 2010," to listen to ennui-stricken speakers glorify all things dreary, including a demonstration of milk-tasting (in wine glasses, describing flavor and smoothness), charts breaking down the characteristics of a man's sneezes for three years, and a PowerPoint presentation on the color distribution and materials of a man's necktie collection from one year to the next. Another speaker's "My Relationship With Bus ...
Daylight Savings inconvenient nuisance -- Hamilton
HOLLYWOOD - God bless America, and how's everybody? Daylight Savings Time took effect Sunday, robbing people of one hour's sleep in exchange for an extra hour of sunlight. Chaos ensued. Millions of Californians forgot to set their clocks ahead and were late to the drugstore Sunday in the scramble for iodine tablets. President Obama prompted anger Saturday for playing a round of golf while Japan exploded and Libya imploded. What happens to these guys in ...
Sunflower Spelling Bee a success
Dear Editor, Just a brief note to thank you for your support of the Sunflower Spelling Bee. My family and I very much enjoyed our day in Great Bend and at Barton Community College. The event was well-organized and exciting. Just a note on return on investment, since that it always an issue when hosting an event: yes, we spent money in Great Bend, and we'll have good things to say about the community. Dick ...
Restore the cuts
Dear Editor, When our son, Brandon, was 2 years old, he was diagnosed with moderate to severe autism. We made the decision when he was 6 years old that I would put my college career on hold for me to stay at home with him because of the many issues he faced and needed help with. When Brandon was 10 years old, we were having issues with Brandon running away every chance he got. He ...
Overtime madness in first NCAA game on Tuesday
DAYTON, Ohio (AP) - Matt Dickey and the Bulldogs were quite an opening act on the NCAA tournament's expanded stage, one that has more teams in the brackets and - so far - the same March drama on the court.
Strike drama continues with players scheduling court date
WASHINGTON (AP) - Had enough of the he-said, he-said rancor between the NFL and players? Don't expect it to go away anytime soon.
How NCAA tourney favorites stack up
Every year when the NCAA tournament bracket comes out, there's a team, maybe a couple that stand out as the ones to beat.
March 16, 2011
Great Bend Police An individual called police at 5:40 p.m. Monday to report a male had been at the skateboard park, 2251 Williams, offering money to kids at the park. A burglary at 2421 Sixth St. was reported late Monday. Someone reportedly broke into the residence and stole money. Great Bend Fire Department Firefighters made five ambulance runs on Monday/early Tuesday. There were four fire ...
College music groups to present concert
. Barton Community College's instrumental music department will present the Barton Community Orchestra and Jazz Ensemble in concert at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, in the college's Fine Arts Auditorium. Admission is free. The orchestra and jazz ensemble are conducted by Steven Lueth, Barton's director of instrumental music activities. The orchestra will present the Minuet and Trio from "Symphony No. 39 in Eb" by Mozart; Rondo from "Sonatina in C" ...
Lela Moore 1913 - 2011
with photo Lela Moore, 97, of Great Bend, died March 13 at Central Kansas Medical Center in Great Bend. Born April 17, 1913, at Ada, Okla., she was the daughter of John Andrew and Susie (Denny) Williamson. She married Clyde Willis on Sept. 9, 1933, at Ada, Okla. He was employed by Pete Brown Drilling Company. Two years later they were blessed with a daughter. They were then ...
Oliver Bryant Jr. 1925 - 2011
ELLINWOOD - Oliver Bryant Jr., 86, died March 15 at the Ellinwood District Hospital. Born Jan. 23, 1925, in rural Ellinwood, he was the son of Oliver Ray Bryant and Rosa W. Burchart Bryant. He graduated from Ellinwood High School. On Sept. 2, 1949, he married Patricia Joelene Cossman in Larned. A lifetime resident of rural Ellinwood, he was a retired farmer. Mr. Bryant was a member of the Immanuel United ...
Jerry A. Williams 1955 – 2011
BLACK CREEK, Wis. - Jerry A. Williams, 55, died March 3 in Black Creek, Wis., after a long battle with cancer. A former resident of the Great Bend and Ellinwood area, Jerry was born on Nov. 9, 1955, in El Dorado, the son of Vernon and Delores (Tharpe) Williams. He married Diane L. (Paulson) Murray on Aug. 6, 1999. Williams was employed as a diesel technician in the Appleton, ...
Essex recognizes STAR Employees
HOISINGTON - Superior Essex in Hoisington announces the latest recipient of the STAR Employee Recognition Award. Gavin Klug, Jacketing Helper/Operator, was named the 4th Quarter 2010 STAR Employee and was recently treated to a luncheon in his honor, a customized gift pack, a plaque, and STAR Employee parking privileges.
Scenic Byway Communitites to find the best in each other
The seven communities on the Wetlands and Wildlife National Scenic Byway will look to find the best in each other and learn more about the amenities that each community offers on March 29 and 30.
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Dorothy Mae Carver 1937-2013
TOPEKA -- Dorothy Mae Carver, 75, Topeka, passed away May 17, 2013 at Midland Hospice House.
Record exports mean summer gas prices won’t be much lower
(MCT) – Summer gasoline prices will be lower in the U.S. than they were last year. But they won't be much lower, experts say, because U.S. refineries have been exporting record amounts of fuel overseas.
Pawnee County District Court
Small Claims Cases Filed 5-8 - Schartz Automotive Inc. Larned, vs. Kay Lynn Kettwich, Larned; monies owed. Filed 4-1 - ATRA Service Center, Larned, vs. Marjorie Spence, Larned; monies owed. Journal entry of dismissal, 5-3, The Court finds that the underlying obligation has been satisfied and that said cause should be dismissed. District Court Speeding Cases Filed 4-8 - Keith Jason Riley, Larned. No seat belt. Fine $10. No current liability insurance. Proof shown, case ...
Ellinwood Police Department
Ellinwood Police Department April Report
Kempke recognized as Governor’s Scholar
At the invitation of Kansas Governor Sam Brownback, Aubrey Lynn Kempke of Claflin was selected to attend the 30th annual Governor's Scholars Award Program on May 5 in Topeka.
Marsh Musings
here is a stellar event occurring in Kansas right now that is visible and dramatic! One of the largest migratory birds is nesting in multiple sites in Kansas and surrounding states. The great blue heron is here! These four feet tall birds are gathered in rookeries where several families build nests in tall trees. They join forces to notify each other if bobcats, rat snakes, or raccoons come around looking for a meal in a ...
Divide remains in Congress over Farm Bill, food stamps
WASHINGTON (AP) - The House and Senate Agriculture Committees laid the groundwork this week for reducing the size of the federal food stamp program, approving farm bills that would shrink food aid and alter the way people qualify for it.
Knoblich and Jamieson Recognized by ElderCare, Inc.
Julie Knoblich, Director of Human Resources, Barton Community College and Bernie Jamieson, accountant with Benefits Managements Inc. were recognized for serving six years on the Board of Directors of ElderCare, Inc. Knoblich served as Board chair and Jamieson served as Board Secretary–Treasurer. Janet Splitter, Executive Director of ElderCare, Inc. presented each with a plaque in appreciation of their leadership and counsel guiding the service to older adults. Current members of the Board include: Julie Knoblich, ...
Gang of Eight: Never Have So Few Told So Many Lies
For three more weeks, the Senate Judiciary Committee will debate the Border Security, Economic Opportunity and Immigration Modernization Act, S. 744. During the 45 years I've studied Washington politics, including 25 years of editorializing on the dreary subject, I can say without hesitation that no more anti-American legislation has ever been introduced.
The Second Term Curse Crashes Down on Barack Obama
You might say that May 10, 2013 was when the "second term curse" officially struck President Barack Obama -- and that May 13 was when it flattened him. Obama's administration has been hit with a triple whammy blast from a massive political stun gun.
Obama Scandals
