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Casey Ann Goodwin 1985 - 2011
Casey Ann Goodwin, 26, of Great Bend, died Feb. 2 in Barton County. She was born Jan. 23, 1985, at Great Bend, the daughter of Mark and Donna (Jean) Goodwin. Miss Goodwin was a lifetime resident of Great Bend. Survivors include her father, Mark Goodwin of Wichita; mother, Donna Goodwin of Soddy-Daisy, Tenn.; two daughters, Shaylene Vogt of Hillsboro and Addyson Gray of Great Bend; and three sisters, Megan Goodwin ...
First Christian Church garage sale to benefit youth, children's ministries
First Christian Church of Great Bend is hosting its annual church garage sale this Saturday. Doors will open at 8 a.m. Proceeds will benefit the Youth and Children's Ministries of FCC.
Peasants are revolting
Arab hotfoot
Superior Essex wins SHARP safety award
HOISINGTON -Continual improvement is important in all aspects of business, and the safety arena is no exception. On Jan. 26, Superior Essex was recognized by the Kansas Department of Labor, Division of Industrial Safety and Health, as well as the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, for exceptional safety practices, achievements, and employee commitment toward a safe work environment.
Kansas State's football recruiting class showcases NFL bloodlines
MANHATTAN - Head football coach Bill Snyder released Kansas State's 2011 recruiting class Wednesday with the announcement of 32 student-athletes who plan on joining or already are a part of the Wildcats program.
Chili cook-off
GRRC taking reservations for Valentine's Entertaining Meal
Reservations are being taken today for the Valentine's Day Entertaining Meals luncheon program, Thursday, Feb. 10, at the Great Bend Recreation Center, 1214 Stone St. Program Coordinator Garet Fitzpatrick at the Great Bend Recreation Commission says, "The meal will begin at noon and entertainment will be held from 12:15 to 12:45 p.m., followed by time to visit with your friends before you head back to work at 1." Lunch will be catered ...
Feb. 4, 2011
Great Bend Fire Department Firefighters made four ambulance runs on Wednesday. There were no fires. Barton County Sheriff A vehicle rolled just south of a bridge on SE 105 Ave. near SE 20 Road at 9:38 a.m. Wednesday. The driver was not injured. Kansas Highway Patrol responded. After Wednesday night's basketball games with Cloud County Community College, several people refused to leave Barton Community College. The ...
Laptop stolen from truck
Crime Stoppers of Barton County seeks information about the theft of a laptop computer and other items from a truck the night of Jan. 27. According to Great Bend Police Chief Dean Akings, a truck belonging to Superior Testers was burglarized sometime between 9 p.m. on Jan. 27 and 3 a.m. on Jan. 28. The unlocked truck was parked at 1215 Cleveland St. "Taken was a Toshiba laptop computer and tester ...
CKMC physician suggests women know their numbers
If there would be one Valentine's Day gift a woman could give to herself, it would be getting to know her numbers of the heart - numbers that indicate risks for coronary artery disease.
Feb. 3, 2011
Barton County Sheriff Approximately 450 feet of copper wire was stolen from behind the warehouse at Venture Corp., 214 South U.S. 281, it was reported Tuesday. The company also reported criminal damage at the Dundee asphalt plant, 328 SW 56 Ave., where copper wiring was cut and taken from machines. Braum's has CO mishap The Great Bend Fire Department was dispatched to Braum's Ice Cream and Dairy Store, 4209 ...
Keisel: Furry-faced delight at Super Bowl
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) - The secret to the Pittsburgh Steelers' success is growing on Brett Keisel's furry face.
SUPER BOWL NOTEBOOK
DALLAS (AP) - The first significant action for Aaron Rodgers as Green Bay's quarterback came at the home of the Dallas Cowboys. Three seasons ago at Texas Stadium, Rodgers took over after Brett Favre injured his elbow with 10 minutes left in the first half. Even though the Packers lost, Rodgers gave them a taste of what he could do. "I think it was more for my teammates and the organization - I think ...
Pettitte reportedly set to retire on Friday
NEW YORK (AP) - A person familiar with the arrangements says Yankees pitcher Andy Pettitte plans to announce his retirement Friday at a news conference at Yankee Stadium. The person spoke to The Associated Press on Thursday on condition of anonymity because the news conference had not yet been announced. Pettitte has been telling the team since the end of the season that it was likely he wouldn't play in 2011. He became a free ...
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Jordaan scholarships awarded to Pawnee County students
LARNED - The Jordaan Foundation, Inc. has awarded its Jordaan scholarships for 2013-2014 to Tristen Galliart and Brooke Roberts from Pawnee Heights High School and Cody Keenan, Steven Seltman and Michael Wysong from Larned High School.
Larned Reunion seeks historical memorabilia
LARNED - The Larned all-Schools Reunion is seeking pieces of the past of Larned schools to put on display at the registration room and at the banquet for paid reunion members June 8 at the middle school. If you have Lettermen jackets, pom-poms, cheerleading uniforms, band and football uniforms, yearbook annuals, class newspapers, graduation announcements, seats, hats, blankets, maybe even some pictures that didn't make it in the slide show-we would love to display ...
Larned State Hospital runners place second
OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. - The Larned State Hospital marathon team captured second place among the 15 entries in the Government Agency Division of the 13th Annual Oklahoma City Marathon.
Larned forensics team competes at state
The Larned High forensics team competed at Kansas Wesleyan University in Salina May 4 for the Class 4A state speech festival. From left, Abby Ayre, Rachael Herter, Michael Wysong, Shealon Calkins, Alex Lessard, Samantha Harter and (not pictured) Jacey Bishop. Earning one ratings were Michael Wysong, poetry; Rachael Herter and Jacey Bishop, IDA; Jacey Bishop, prose. Earning two ratings were Abby Ayre, poetry; Samantha Harter, humorous solo; Alex Lessard and Shealon Calkins, IDA.
Hekele graduates from basic training
Army Reserve Spec. Tiffany J. Hekele has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C.
4-H shooters place 2nd at state
The Barton County team of Ryan Kohman, Parker Smith, Katelyn Reh and Lake Lyman placed 2nd in the state at the recent State 4-H Air Rifle Competition. The 4-H Shooting Sports Program uses the skills and disciplines of shooting to assist young people and their leaders to attain knowledge and develop essential life skills.
Candidate selected as Kansas 911 Liaison
The Kansas 911 Coordinating Council and the Kansas Adjutant General's Department have selected Scott Ekberg as the Kansas 911 liaison. Ekberg will begin his duties May 13th.
Adams, Brown, Beran & Ball announces new Managing Partner
The certified public accounting firm of Adams, Brown, Beran & Ball, Chartered is pleased to announce Brian Staats as the firm's new Managing Partner, effective May 1st.
Louise Gunn 90th
Louise Gunn will celebrate her 90th birthday with a reception from 1 to 3 p.m. on May 18 at the First Christian Church, 5230 Broadway in Great Bend. Hosts for the event will be her children, grandchildren and their families. No gifts are requested.
Richard L. Ahlvers 80th
Richard L. Ahlvers will celebrate his 80th birthday with an Open House from 1 to 4 p.m. on May 19 at 37 NW 48 Road in Great Bend. Hosts for the event will be his children, Alicia Ahlvers and Richelle Ahlvers Dolphin and husband Wade.
League of Women Voters meeting
League of Women Voters of Great Bend will hold the monthly meeting at noon on Tuesday, May 14, at Montana Mike's in the north room. Lunch will be from the menu and can be from their "quick serve" menu.
USD 428 Board of Education meeting
USD 428 Board of Education will meet at 5 p.m. on Monday at the District Education Office, 201 Patton road. Items on the agenda include approval of 7-12 English Language Arts resource adoption; options for replacement of current HVAC system at Riley Elementary School; approval of FBLA trip to Anaheim, Calif. for national competition; approval to alter summer hours at the District Education Center; approval of sign purchase by Lincoln School PTO; approval to renew ...
Timothy and Amy Frieb give back to local community through Fontanelle Hybrids FOCUS Grant
Timothy and Amy Frieb recently presented the Hoisington Boy Scout/Cub Scout Troop 7130 with a $2,500 FOCUS grant through Fontanelle Hybrids.
