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New power line could cross Barton County
The central part of the United States supplies grain to the entire nation. It can also supply wind energy.
Fatality wreck occurs
HOISINGTON - Janice A. Alyward, 62, died at 7:12 a.m. Monday morning in a single vehicle wreck two miles east of Hoisington on K4.
From postal service to Salvation Army, Bill Dill's optimism just won't quit
Bill Dill used to be a career postal employee.
Honor Flights halted after money goes missing
HEATHER HOLLINGSWORTH
Dogs, mutts and owners walk for GBHS
Labradors, weimaraners and those of mixed descent, also known as mutts, walked with owners in the warm sun at the on Saturday, all in an effort to raise money for the Golden Belt Humane Society at the first annual "Get off your butts and walk your mutts" fundraiser.
Bat involved in Walmart sale melee
The 10 p.m. Thanksgiving sale at Great Bend's Walmart got out of hand, with people being "knocked down and trampled," according to police reports. No one was sent to the hospital, but a woman did complain that her arm hurt after the scuffle, according to Sgt. James Buchar at the Great Bend Police Department.
Retailers expect solid holiday growth
With the passing of Grey Thursday and Black Friday, and the coming of Cyber Monday, the 2012 holiday shopping season is in full swing.
USD 431 staff receives ‘Promising Practices’ award
HOISINGTON - Hoisington High School counselor Amanda Brack and art teacher Christine Lamoureaux recently traveled to Washington, D.C., to receive the National Promising Practice Award in Character Education for Creating the Cardinal Core character education at Hoisington High School, which has involved nearly everyone at the school.
Hoisington acquires 60 acres for use as community property
HOISINGTON - At a special council meeting on Monday, the Hoisington City Council unanimously approved the purchase of 60 acres on the west side of Hoisington as a path for growth.
Emergency Aid collecting names for help
The holidays can be particularly stressful for families facing financial upheaval, and Jenny Gordy, Director of the Barton County Emergency Aid and the Barton County Food Bank has been collecting names of people who could use some extra help during this time.
​BCC listens to career advisors
Finding people who want jobs is easy. Finding people who are ready to work and have a basic knowledge of the business they come to is not. That's what business and industry leaders told the Barton Community College trustees this week.
Sandy volunteers have new reasons to be thankful
A week of helping victims of Hurricane Sandy has left three local women more appreciative than ever of their own blessings this Thanksgiving.
GBHS gives new look to old gymnasium
The old high school gym had a bold new look Tuesday morning, The new lower-level bleachers and handicap seating products arrived at Great Bend High School last week. Workers were busy assembling and installing them through the weekend. Dave Meter, GBHS athletics director was there to test them for the first time Monday night.
​Rozel teen dies in accident
An 18-year-old man from Rozel died Tuesday in a one-vehicle accident in Pawnee County.
​BCC tuition going up in 2013, but not for locals
The Barton Community College Board of Trustees have approved an increase in tuition and fees for all students, starting in the fall of 2013. However, they also increased the discount to Barton County students, so there will be no change in what they pay, said BCC President Dr. Carl Heilman.
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BCC to update automotive program
High school students will be able to graduate with a certificate in auto maintenance and light repair, thanks to changes in Barton Community College's automotive program, college trustees learned at a recent study session.
Stunning developments
For two weeks, convicted murder Jeffrey Wade Chapman was seen being escorted to and from the Barton County Courthouse in street clothes and no apparent restraints, nothing preventing him from making a run for it.
Fatal accident in Ness County
NESS COUNTY - One driver died and the other sustained possible injury on Friday morning, when a tanker truck rear-ended a semitrailer that had slowed to turn off K-96, 10 miles west of Ness City.
