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Marilyn L. Hoyt 1925-2011
HOISINGTON – Marilyn L. Hoyt, 85, died Jan. 4, 2011, at Country Place Living Center, Hoisington. Born April 25, 1925, at Grenola, the daughter of George A. and Mary Westling Warner, she was a long-time Hoisington resident. She married Robert Hoyt Sept. 13, 1959, at Hoisington.
Jan. 7, 2011
Great Bend Fire Department Firefighters made five ambulance runs on Wednesday. At 3:25 p.m. they responded to a controlled burn that got out of control at 201 Patton. Chief Mike Napolitano said it was a small fire and caused no damage. Barton County Sheriff Christopher Phillips was in an eastbound pickup on East Barton County Road when he started swerving at 10:41 a.m. Wednesday. The vehicle ...
Some folks have too much time
David Rees draws the political cartoon "Get Your War On," but in his new day job, he is an artisan - of pencil-sharpening.
Whole board should have decided
Dear Editor, I'm writing this letter to voice my concern with the firing of Debbie Warren. The two men making the decision to fire Debbie from our community college are short-term members of our community, who should not have the authority to terminate a long-term employee and member of our community. This decision should have to be approved by the board of trustees, who can better evaluate what's in the best interest of not just ...
Keep the library quiet
Dear Editor, The common people of Great Bend wonder why the library of Great Bend is not keping things quiet. I mean quiet! People show up with cell phones and they can be kept quiet. The library system needs to keep the library system quiet. Mike Loughner, Great Bend
Be careful with home improvements
Dear Editor, This is just a reminder to everyone. You know of all the scams today, but never think it would happen in your own town. Well, there is another going around Great Bend, one from a handy man who calls himself a contractor. He says he is out of the service, trying to find a job. He is very reasonable in price and can start right now. He wants half down, which is fine. ...
Warren deserves our support
Dear Editor, I write this letter with great concern regarding the recent decision by Barton County Community College's athletic director to terminate long time employee and coach, Debbie Warren. While this decision appears to be fully supported by the president and board of trustees, I feel I would be doing a disservice to all past, present and future students if I did not voice my opinion regarding Debbie, her role as coach, mentor and co-worker. ...
Selby leads No. 3 Kansas past UMKC, 99-52
LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) - No. 3 Kansas was too much for UMKC. Josh Selby had 16 points to lead six Kansas players in double figures and the No. 3 Jayhawks defeated UMKC 99-52 Wednesday night. Kansas (14-0) scored the game's first 15 points and extended the nation's longest homecourt winning streak to 68 games. Tyshawn Taylor added 15 points for Kansas. Travis Releford and Elijah Johnson had 13 each for the Jayhawks. Jay Couisnard and ...
Battered Cassel getting back on track
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) - Matt Cassel is in bounceback mode. At least he's still on his feet.
Jan. 6, 2011
Great Bend Fire Department Firefighters responded to four alarms on Tuesday, in addition to making eight ambulance runs. At 9:38 a.m. they were sent to Barton Community College where a tractor-trailer had jackknifed and punctured the fuel tank. At 4:25 p.m. they performed a carbon monoxide check at 1055 Warner. At 5 p.m. there was a small grass fire at 247 East U.S. 56. At 3:38 a.m. Wednesday, they ...
Great Bend Municipal Court
Mary F. Barlow, fail to yield/approaching left, $111 Travis James Begaye, no driver license, no proof insurance, $611 Bryanne Biggs, no rabies vaccination, $161 Alisha Nicole Bowen, dog at large, vicious dog, $311 Mary L. Burton, speeding 14 mph over, $103 Sara Bustamante, no driver license, $326 Joel J. Clark, no proof insurance, duty upon striking unattended vehicle, $461 Ann Marie Collins, disorderly conduct, $585 Zachariah ...
Moran sworn in as newest Kansas senator
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Jerry Moran was officially sworn in today by Vice President Joseph Biden in the Senate Chamber of the U.S. Capitol, and was escorted by Senator Pat Roberts and Governor-elect Sam Brownback. Moran is replacing Governor-Elect Sam Brownback, who retired from the Senate.
Student info available online
Your student's information has always been available, but gaining access to that information meant phone calls to the school and visits with teachers – each time you wanted an update.
2010 jokes went on all year -- Argus Hamilton
HOLLYWOOD - God bless America, and how's everybody? It's time for our annual look back at the year in jokes. JANUARY - Osama bin Laden took credit for the Underwear Bomber's airline bombing attempt over Detroit on Christmas Day. He doesn't know if the attempt succeeded. Looking at an aerial view of Detroit you can't tell if the bomb went off or it didn't. FEBRUARY - The Super Bowl nixed a TV ad showing two ...
Kansas is a great place
Dear Editor, Kansas is a great place. In Kansas, we know our neighbors and look after them. We teach our children to be moral, responsible citizens. And we work hard to provide for our families and build a better future. The pioneering spirit of those Kansans years ago who settled our state and tamed the West lives on in us today. We are independent people who want to make a difference. I appreciate you allowing ...
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Stephenson out at WSU
Gene Stephenson knew the end was near when he got on the phone with Twins pitcher Mike Pelfrey, one of his best players during 36 years as baseball coach at Wichita State.
Colleen Ann Houser
NEW HOPE, Pa. - Colleen Ann Houser of New Hope, Pa. passed away at home, surrounded by family, on Dec. 27, 2012.
John Carmon Ellison 1955-2013
John Carmon Ellison of Allen, Texas, 57, passed away on May 30, 2013. He was born on Sept. 3, 1955, in Fort Stewart, Ga., the son of John and Dee Ellison. On Nov. 28, 1995, John married Phyllis Taylor in Great Bend. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. John was also very proud of his police work; he started the SWAT program in Great Bend. John loved barbecue and cooking out, but most of all, he loved his family. He had a great sense of humor and loved to laugh.
EMS Week
Floral arrangements to be removed from cemetery
HOISINGTON - Hoisington Cemetery employees request that all arrangements and grave decorations on the ground and not at the head of the grave be removed to allow for maintenance of the grounds by Monday, June 10.
Chamber Coffee
This week's Chamber of Commerce Coffee will be hosted by Clara Barton Foundation, 250 W. 9th, Hoisington, at 9:30 a.m., Thursday. Ambassador in charge will be Jim Vopat with greeters Jan Westfall and Jill Fitzsimmons. Coffee, refreshments and door prizes will be available.
Pit bull committee to hold first meeting
The City of Great Bend's newly formed committee to study the banning of pit bulls will hold an organizational meeting at 9 a.m. Wednesday, June 12, at the City Council chambers, 1209 Williams. The meeting is open to the public.
Military Secrets
Obama and the Media: Biting the Hand that Feeds Him
Since the Obama administration has confessed to spying on journalists at the Associated Press and Fox News, have you noticed there are more stories about the Obama scandals in the news?
What Is a Journalist?
As amateur news hounds gain power and influence through social media, the definition of "journalist" has ripened for philosophical debate. But now it's becoming a legal issue – one that could hamper efforts to protect the news profession at the very time federal lawmakers are awakening to the need to do so.
