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Copper wire theft costs victim thousands
Crime Stoppers of Barton County and Great Bend is seeking information about break-ins at Venture Corporation, at both the home office, 214 South U.S. 281, Great Bend, and the plant at Dundee. Copper wire was stolen at both locations, and both buildings had damage. Property loss and damage are estimated at $30,000. Great Bend Police Chief Dean Akings asks anyone with information about these crimes or any other crime to call Crime ...
NKTC announces honor roll
GOODLAND - Northwest Kansas Technical College announced the Fall 2010 Honor Roll Students. Dr. Ed Mills, president of the college, congratulated all of the students as outstanding, hardworking individuals of the college. To be on Honor Roll, the students must obtain a 3.5 GPA or greater. Central Kansas students on the list include Angela M. Lambert, from Victoria, Medical Assistant (Hays Campus), and Dustin L. Thacker, from Offerle, Respiratory Therapy I.
Barton announces students who earned certificates for career training
Barton Community College has released the list of students who earned certificates for career training during the fall semester of the 2010-2011 academic year at Barton. Students earning certificates are (listed by hometown): Albert Daniel Schenk, Natural Gas Transmission and Distribution Technician Certificate Claflin David Yager, Natural Gas Transmission and Distribution Technician Certificate Ellinwood Karen Herrenbuck, Medical Coding Certificate ...
Barton Community College announces summer and fall graduates
Barton Community College has announced its summer and fall 2010 graduates. Graduates are: Summer 2010 Graduates: Baldwin City Wendy Murphy, A.A.S. Barnes Frannie Vathauer, A.A.S. Colby Desirae Redetzke, Cert.2 Ellinwood Keith Baker, A.A.S. Lisa Baker, A.S. Baily Zimmerman, A.A.S. Fort Riley Ann Marie Anway, A.A. Stephanie Banks, ...
Barton awards endowed scholarships as achievement and merit awards
Barton Community College has announced recipients of 2010-11 endowed scholarships based on academic achievement and merit. These scholarships are given by the Barton Community College Foundation. The following students, listed by high school, are recipients of these endowed scholarships: Bennington High School Chance Glavin, a 2010 graduate of Bennington High School, is a freshman at Barton majoring in criminal justice/business. He is a recipient of the Helen ...
CKMC offers meal-planning tips for people with diabetes
When a family member has diabetes, meal planning can be a challenge. After all, diet is a crucial factor in controlling the disease. Since Gloria Siefkes, Central Kansas Medical Center R.N. and diabetes educator, understands this situation, another free evening diabetes class has been scheduled. There will be special emphasis on planning menus. The event is set for 7-9 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 17 in Room 450 ...
Kansas State's Martin says Kelly will play Saturday at Colorado
MANHATTAN (AP) - Kansas State forward Curtis Kelly will play Saturday at Colorado, and that was about all coach Frank Martin would say about the senior on Thursday.
Learn birdwatching basics at evening program
ST. JOHN - Ida Long Goodman Memorial Library, 406 North Monroe, St. John, will host a Quivira National Wildlife Refuge program, "Introduction to Birds and Birdwatching," from 6-8 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 24. The presenter, Barry Jones, visitor services specialist at Quivira NWR, will intended for the beginner or less-experienced birdwatcher. He will share 10 steps to easier birding, followed by a presentaiton on common birds and bird groups of Quivira and the ...
Library to serve cake, punch on Valentine’s Day
The Great Bend Public Library, 1409 Williams St., is asking the public to become a library valentine on Monday. Staff will be serving cake, punch and coffee from noon to 6:30 p.m. "Those attending may have their picture taken to add to the valentine wall," said Terri Hurley, public relations director. Students in grades 7-12 and adults may register to win a donated prize of $100. Children through grade 6 may ...
On the record
Hoisington Municipal Court Docket - Jan. 19 Ashton K. Nickelson, driver's license restricted, diversion granted Amanda L. Stevenson, vicious animal, animal at large, no current rabies vaccination, $305 Shane D. Serpan, obstruct legal process, no drivers license, $210 Sammie Dawson Jr., battery domestic violence, $80 Cierra Kaysea Ramsey, dog at large, continued Adam P. Kephart, battery-dismissed, disorderly conduct-fine $200, court costs $85 Eric S. Ehster, driving while ...
Wetlanders Festival to be held April 16
HOISINGTON - The fun, filled Wetlanders Festival is scheduled for April 16.
CBH Foundation seeking applications for scholarships
HOISINGTON -The Clara Barton Hospital Foundation is currently seeking applicants for its 2011 healthcare career scholarships.
Detter receives CT certification
HOISINGTON - Clara Barton Hospital announces that Sarah Detter, radiologic technologist, recently earned national credentials in Computed Tomography.
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Ellinwood Municipal Court Docket - Feb. 8 Zachary Sanders, no turn signal, diversion granted Zachary Sanders, driver's license violation, fine $50, court costs $55.50 Lacie Keith, fail to yield, pled not guilty Shadai Harris, improper passing of school bus, continued to Feb. 22 Stewart Clay, driving while suspended, continued to March 22 Stewart Clay, no insurance, continued to March 22 Stewart Clay, expired tag, continued to March ...
EHS students attend Smoky Hills Wind Festival
ELLINWOOD - Eleven EHS band students attended the Smoky Hills Wind Festival at Kansas Wesleyan University in Salina on Jan. 28 and 29. Band director Don Regehr and sponsor Annette Troyer accompanied the students to the clinic. The festival was lead by William McMosley, director of bands at KWU.
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