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Local independent businesswoman earns coveted Mary Kay Pink Cadillac in recognition of outstanding b
In honor of her business achievements, Rita Krause of Great Bend, has earned the use of the exclusive Mary Kay pink Cadillac, an iconic symbol of success and, the most coveted incentive awarded by Mary Kay. The new Cadillac comes in pearlized pink – a color unique to the Mary Kay Career Car Program.
Teresa Mazouch joins Sunflower Electric Power Corporation
Sunflower Electric Power Corporation announces that Teresa Mazouch has joined the company as an Administrative Assistant. Teresa joined Sunflower on July 11. She will provide administrative and clerical support for professional, management, and other staff.
FHSU honor students take part in summer scholarship program
Members of Fort Hays State University's chapter of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars have the opportunity to take part in NSCS's Summer Success S2 Challenge, a 12-week program that launched June 6 and goes through August.
4 Legs Up BBQ to star in ABC’s Extreme Makeover BBQ Throwdown
The Kansas City Barbeque Society is proud to join forces with and support the popular TV show Extreme Makeover: Home Edition as it pulls into East Central Kansas to build a new home for a worthy family.
USAA National Honor Student Lovric
The United States Achievement Academy announced today that Ema Lovric, of Great Bend, has been recognized for academic achievement as a United States National
A white knuckled cab ride: tips and tricks for survival
Distracted driving and the attendant risks is all the buzz these days. But separately consider the hazards sometimes presented by cab drivers whose driving habits prompt fibrillations. Combine these two and you have a column.
Schneweis family reunion
The descendents of the Emil and Josephine Zorn Schneweis family held their family reunion July 9 at Camp Aldrich. A meal was catered by Lone Wolf Restaurant of Ellinwood. Picture taking, swimming, visiting and door prizes took place. Mark Hill of Hoxie welcomed all. Mary Stewart of Great Bend awarded prizes. Francis Schneweis of Guymon, Okla. introduced Edwin Schneweis of Great Bend, leading the group in prayer.
Medical students from Great Bend begin clinical training at the KU School of Medicine–Wichita
Jessica Leiker and Abbie Schuster, from Great Bend, have begun their hands-on, clinical training at the KU School of Medicine-Wichita before receiving medical doctor degrees. For the last two years, Leiker and Schuster studied biological sciences in Kansas City.
Senior Menu
The following well-balanced and nutritious Friendship Meals will be served for lunch at the Great Bend Senior Center, 2005 Kansas Ave. Meals are served with milk; donations for coffee and tea are accepted.
After Harvest Czech Festival
The After Harvest Czech Festival will be held on July 30 in Wilson. A Czech Buffet, made by St. Wenceslaus Altar Society will be served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., or when the food runs out, at 2811 Ave. D. Menu consists of roast beef, roast pork, jaternice, potatoes in dill gravy, sauerkraut, dumplings, vegetables, rohlicky, kolaches and a drink. Price is $11 for adults and $5 for children under the age of 10. Kolaches and other homemade items will be sold at the Country Store from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Griffith — D’Agostino
Mr. Rob Griffith of Raymore, Mo. and Ms. Becky Griffith of Overland Park, announce the engagement of their daughter, Lindsay Durand Griffith to Michael Vincent D' Agostino, son of Mr. and Mrs. John D' Agostino of Leawood. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Ms. Janet Smith and Mr. Jerry L. Griffith, both of Hoisington, the late Verlin Smith and the late Dorothy Griffith.
Juanita Alpers 80th
Juanita (Paden) Alpers will celebrate her 80th birthday on July 28 with a card shower. Juanita married Marion Alpers on Feb. 10, 1952. They live in Hudson where she served as a school secretary and still is a homemaker and farmer's wife. She has two children, Kevin Alpers and wife Barbara, and Janell Foote and husband Reuel, all of Hudson; five grandchildren, Josh Foote (Angie), Tyler Alpers (Leah), Tabra Ward (Shawn), Derek Foote (Emilee), and Taci Alpers; and six great-grandchildren, Elijah and Kaden Foote, Braxton and Easton Alpers,
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Driver injured when vehicle overturns
A rural Ellinwood man was injured Wednesday in a one-vehicle accident at 10:50 p.m. in the 700 block of NE 40 Road.
KWEC offers winter kids programs
The Kansas Wetlands Education Center has the cure for boredom – winter nature programs. Kids will investigate feathers, birds and tracks, learning more about the world around them and the creatures living there. So don't delay, sign-up soon, as the maximum for each class is 20 children.
Jihad and Right-Wing Extremism Not So Different
Since 9/11, 34 people have been killed in America by Islamic jihadist terrorists.
Pony Panic In The Mountains
After four AFC West titles and a 49-22 record, the Ponies of Denver have bucked off John Fox. Really? Because the Broncos could not beat another team with an equine mascot, the Indianapolis Colts? A younger, friskier bunch, these Colts forced general manager John Elway to part ways in the saddle with one of their most successful coaches in their mountaintop football history.
Can I see some ID?
God Bless America and how's everybody?
Great Bend High School bowling results
Both the Great Bend boys and girls bowling teams started off their 2015 WAC seasons with home wins against the visiting Dodge City Red Demons. The Panther boys dominated the entire match as they earned all 11 points possible in the contest. The Panthers were led by senior Jeff Meitler who had an exceptional day. The senior captain for the Panthers rolled games of 200 - 278 – 265 in route to a first place finish with a 743 series. Senior Matt Black captured 2nd place honors by rolling a 610 series. The panthers outscored the visiting Demons 2460 – 2067. In bakers ...
Great Bend Middle School basketball results
Great Bend Middle School basketball results vs Hays on Jan. 12.
Carter scores 25, No. 13 Wichita St beats Southern Illinois
WICHITA, Kan. (AP) - The only thing that stopped Darius Carter was a stray forearm.
Tickets available for Valentine’s Day fundraiser
Habitat for Humanity has made a name for itself by hosting an annual dinner theater known as Barton County's Got Talent every year since 2010. However, several factors have led the nonprofit organization's board to take a new direction for this year.
St. John’s Wade nominated as McDonald’s All American
WICHITA – McDonald's announced the 823 high school seniors who have been nominated to play in the 2015 McDonald's All American Games, including Dean Wade of St. John. This year's list includes players from 47 states and the District of Columbia who have been selected by high school coaches, athletic directors, principals and members of the McDonald's All American Games Selection Committee.
Thinking schools: From Mississippi to Malaysia, a mold-breaking model is helping kids learn to think
When Hurricane Katrina wiped out the schools in Pass Christian, Mississippi, in 2005, nearly all the textbooks and chalkboards were gone. A rural and impoverished community on Mississippi's Gulf Coast, the town awoke from the hurricane nightmare to find that only one of its four schools was salvageable.
Hundreds rally in support of Atlanta fire chief sacked for expressing religious views
Hundreds of people rallied at the Georgia Capitol Tuesday to support Kelvin Cochran, a longtime fire official dismissed from his Atlanta post after publishing a book, citing his Christian views, that was critical of homosexuality.
Grandpa's gesture comes in handy after all of these years
I had high hopes for today, I really did.
