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Farmers Bank & Trust announces promotions
Farmers State Bank and Trust has announced two promotions. Lyndsae Hertel has been promoted to the position of assistant supervisor of credit. Hertel will assist in the daily operations of the credit administration department. In announcing the promotion, Barb Froetschner, assistant vice-president said, "since joining our bank, Lyndsae has been a valued member of our department. Her education, work ethic and dedication have prepared her for this challenge. I am pleased and excited to announce ...
Great Bend Regional Hospital now offering new MRI services including breast MRI for screening
Great Bend Regional Hospital began using the latest generation, highest-resolution magnetic resonance imaging scanner available. The Achieva 1.5T system from Philips Healthcare, which is used for MRI scans, offers some of the clearest images available, it also features many patient-friendly features that make getting an MRI a more positive experience. In particular, the Achieva 1.5T system can perform whole body MR scan more quickly, reducing exam times. The industry leading design of the 1.5T system ...
HaysMed hosts 12-Lead EKG Interpretation for Health Professionals
Hays Medical Center will host a continuing education program on 12-Lead EKG Interpretation on Feb. 28 and March 1. The first program will be held on Feb. 28 and repeated on March 1. The program will run from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day.
BBB advice for early tax filers
Around 75 percent of taxpayers get a tax refund each year. The Internal Revenue Service says that the average refund is around $3,000. Many look forward to that money and file their taxes early in the year to get it. This year because of tax law changes made on Jan. 2, the IRS has delayed the opening of the 2013 tax-filing season until the 30th. That is the date when tax returns will begin to be accepted by the IRS.
Persnickety’s makes donation to food bank
Persnickety's Downtown Flea Market, 1201 Kansas in Great Bend, has seen a need in the community for assistance to low income families and have decided to help meet this need by contributing to the Barton County Food Bank.
Aware in Care kits available at St. Rose Parkinson's meeting
A national program to help Parkinson's patients is coming to St. Rose Ambulatory & Surgery Center for those who attend an upcoming support group meeting.
Great Bend Regional Hospital contin
Great Bend Regional Hospital continually seeks to maintain the highest standards of surgical safety. The hospital's commitment is demonstrated by their recent construction of a state-of-the-art Sterile Processing Department. The prevention of surgical site infections is at the forefront of medical research, as well as one of the top concerns for surgical patients. The CDC validates this concern by listing surgical sites infections as the second most frequent adverse effect of hospitalization. "Sterile processing is ...
Spreading Holiday Cheer
During the holiday season, Dawson Jewelers Designs By Dana and Great Bend Regional Hospital teamed up to help brighten the day for patients receiving cancer treatment. Dawson Jewelers donated $2,000 to Great Bend Regional Hospital for the hospital to distribute directly to patients. Gift Certificates and poinsettias were purchased to present to patients receiving care.
Rosewood’s Millenheft earns annual Shining Stars Award; Nickelson and Myers also recognized
Regina Millenheft made an impact during first year as a Rosewood Services employee. A residential manager, Millenheft started her position in February of last year and capped off her first year by earning the "Shining Star of the Year" award for 2012. She was nominated by her peers for stepping up to provide clients with care and supports beyond her normal management duties.
Great Bend Farm Equipment to sell Honda Outdoor Power Equipment products
Les Hopkins, owner and general manager of Great Bend Farm Equipment, announced today that the dealership is now a Honda Outdoor Power Equipment dealer. Hopkins made the decision to market the Honda lineup because John Deere no longer manufactures and markets residential walk behind and hand held lawn care equipment. Hopkins stated, "While John Deere is committed to manufacturing and marketing premium riding lawn equipment, they made the decision to team up with Honda in ...
Great Bend Regional Hospital reports that 87% of health care workers received the flu shot
Flu season is upon us and the best way to prevent the flu is through annual flu immunizations. In 2010 the Kansas Healthcare collaborative started a four-year campaign to increase the number of hospital health care workers receiving annual influenza immunizations as part of the effort to decrease health care-associated infections.
Online ticket buying requires caution
Whether it's a ball game or a hot concert, consumers are more likely than ever to buy their tickets online. Your Better Business Bureau says it is best to consider the source carefully. Be sure the seller is trustworthy before sending them the sometimes-extravagant sum required for those seats.
CPI employees attain ASPPA’s TGPC designation
Lori Hammeke and Jeanette Corbett of CPI Qualified Plan Consultants, Inc. (CPI) have recently passed all of the required exams to attain their TGPC (Tax-Exempt & Governmental Plan Consultant) designation through ASPPA (American Society of Pension Professionals & Actuaries). These exams include the Tax-Exempt Governmental Plan Administration & Plan Consultant (TGPC-1 & TGPC-2) exams.
American Family Insurance names Frank Callahan Agent of the Month
Agent Frank Callahan of Great Bend and Larned has been named Agent of the Month by American Family Insurance. He received the honor for outstanding sales of American Family insurance products during the month of December.
Catholic Social Service to provide additional addiction and relapse prevention services in Great Ben
Addiction is a common disease that affects individuals, families and communities. Holistic and recovery-oriented approaches that use a wide range of treatments and recovery support services, specific to each individual and his or her family and friends, can help people recover physically, mentally, and spiritually.
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Dollar General Literacy Foundation awards grants to Macksville Literacy Organization
Today, the Dollar General Literacy Foundation announced the award of $1,889.15 to Macksville City Library in Macksville to support literacy programs.
Unique art treasures shown at gallery
Unique artwork and ceramics will be shown at a gallery opening at 7 p.m. Friday at Petr's Frame House, 2009 16th St. The show features the work of Darnel Row, Joshua Garret and Lili Vialacres.
Dr. Markiewicz brings new procedures to St. Rose
To say that Dr. Richard Markiewicz is animated when he talks about the procedures he performs would be an understatement. It is obvious he is eager to explain his minimally invasive procedures because they are the "wave of the future."
Rosewood Wine Cellar expands opportunities with new products
Rosewood Wine Cellar has been open for only four months, but already it's become a popular shopping destination in downtown Great Bend. Business has been growing for the retail gift store, which promotes work opportunities for people with developmental disabilities with every purchase made by customers.
GBRH celebrates National Hospital Week
Great Bend Regional Hospital joined hospitals across the nation in celebration of National Hospital Week 2013 this past week.
Agents earn American Star Excellence in Customer Experience awards
MADISON, Wis. - American Family Insurance agents Rhonda J Knudson, Shawn L. Panzer and Frank Callahan Jr. have been recognized for providing outstanding customer experience under the American Star Excellence in Customer Experience Certification. They join other American Family agents who have demonstrated the highest level of commitment to outstanding customer service.
Investor Alert: Kansans cautioned about potential fraud tied to international investment scheme
The Kansas Securities Commissioner issued a cease and desist order after learning that at least four Kansas residents had invested a total of $22,000 in an international investment scheme.
St. Rose shares message of Better Sleep Month; provides only accredited center in area
Brandi Gruber will talk about the value of a good night's sleep any time, but this month she is making a special effort to spread the word. As director of cardiopulmonary services at St. Rose Ambulatory & Surgery Center, Gruber and her staff in the Sleep/Wake Disorders Center are observing Better Sleep Month.
Sandstone Bridge therapy center opens in Great Bend
Mindy Nicholson wanted to make life easier for her Great Bend-area patrons and decided to take action. Her idea recently came full circle, when Sandstone Bridge Center opened in Great Bend.
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.
Heart Association declares GBRH Emergent Stroke Ready
Great Bend Regional Hospital has been documented as able to adequately care for a stroke patient brought to the facility, the American Heart Association and the Kansas State Stroke Task Force announced last Wednesday. GBRH was added to a list that already included Clara Barton Hospital in Hoisington as hospitals that provided the necessary documentation to be named as Emergent Stroke Ready as part of the Kansas Initiative For Stroke Survival (KISS).
'Brain Weather' topic for free cancer talk
The role of emotions in day-to-day life after a cancer diagnosis is the topic for the next Interactive Television (ITV) presentation at St. Rose Ambulatory & Surgery Center. The event, which is free and open to the public, is scheduled for 3 to 4 p.m. Wednesday, May 22 in the basement-level St. Dominic Room.
Dr. Sotelo expands practice to include more shoulder surgeries
Alice Walter acknowledged that if she had to do it over again, she wouldn't wait so long. Hindsight tells her she could have returned to her daily activities much sooner.
Brown Mackie students experience hippotherapy at Rosewood Ranch
Two Brown Mackie College occupational therapy assistant students spent four days last week involved with the equine therapeutic riding program at Rosewood Ranch. It's the second consecutive year that Rosewood Ranch has welcomed first-year OTA students from the Salina college to its award-winning therapeutic ranch so that the students can complete fieldwork required for their OTA practicum. Brown Mackie OTA students Megan Collins and Ashley Overbey attended the ranch from April 29 through May 2, ...
