Bauer joins local law firm

Law Office of Bauer, Pike and Johnson Chtd. has announced the addition of Robert E. Bauer as an associate attorney. Bauer, originally from Great Bend, graduated from Washburn University with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science in 2007. From there he attended Washburn University School of Law graduating in 2010, and was admitted to the Kansas Bar later that same year.

Clinical trial nurse joins Heartland Cancer Center team

The final link between Heartland Cancer Center (HCC) and the University of Kansas Cancer Center has been connected.

Rosewood Services uncorks Winery with opening celebration

The launch of Rosewood Services Inc.'s latest social entrepreneurial venture blew in with the wind. Rosewood Winery was christened by way of an open house during a day of gale-force winds. That didn't prevent dozens of people from traveling to the country setting, located nine miles west of Great Bend, to participate in the evening event.

Pfizer Animal Health and Countryside Veterinary Clinic donation

Claflin to benefit from Verizon Wireless network enhancement

Verizon Wireless, the nation's largest wireless provider, has activated a new cell site in Claflin to provide additional network coverage and capacity.

Roswood Services uncorks winery with celebration

The launch of Rosewood Services Inc.'s latest social entrepreneurial venture blew in with the wind. Rosewood Winery was christened by way of an open house during a day of gale force winds. That didn't prevent dozens of people from traveling to the country setting, located nine miles west of Great Bend, to participate in the evening event.

Clinical trial nurse joins Heartland Cancer Center team

The final link between Heartland Cancer Center (HCC) and the University of Kansas Cancer Center has been connected.

Recycling facility gets new name and home

Big changes are happening in the local recycling service that will result in more convenience and added elbow-room for those dropping off their materials. In addition to an upcoming move across town, there also has been a name change.

CKCA staff and administration attend training

Central Kansas Christian Academy staff and administration just completed two days training at the Annual ACSI (Association of Christian Schools International) educator's conference in Kansas City. CKCA's Principal Ed Johnson, stated that ACSI is founded on Biblical fidelity and prayer and immerse themselves in the Holy Scriptures and prayer, both individually and corporately and consistently measure all association actions, programs, and resources against the teachings of the Word of God; and recognize their total dependence on Him. ACSI also believes and use Biblical foundations with a focus on Jesus Christ and strives to serve schools and educators which ...

Pro Green fair exhibit award

Tickets on sale for hand-crafted Santa

The holidays will soon be here, and that means it is time for the "Holiday Tables," sponsored by the Beautification Committee of the Great Bend Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development.

Frame House becomes art house

The frames and mattes that are the stock and trade of Petr's Frame House only fill one corner of Petr Grigorev's store. The rest of building at 2009 16th St. has been filled with art.

Marmie Ford expands service department

Due to strong service and sales growth and cramped work space, Marmie Ford in Great Bend expanded their service department with a state of the art 10,000 square foot addition. With this expansion they will be able to increase productivity and take better care of customers and their service needs. The facility includes 10 additional service bays bringing a total of 30 stalls. It also includes a new Hunter alignment machine that will handle up to F550 Super Duty chassis that they sell in the ag and oil industries. David Marmie, dealer, had this to say of the new ...

CPI names Director of Broker-Dealer Relationships

CPI Qualified Plan Consultants, Inc., a full-service retirement plan solutions company headquartered in Great Bend, announced today that Bill Cavalier has accepted the position of Director of Broker-Dealer Relationships. In a statement issued internally, CPI President Jon Prescott stated, "It is my pleasure to announce that Bill Cavalier has accepted the position of Director of Broker-Dealer Relationships. Bill's experience working with financial advisors and their retirement plan clients has given him a valuable understanding of the roles of the broker-dealer and financial advisor in the retirement plan industry. He will continue to be a strong voice for new services ...

American State Bancshares acquires Holcomb Bank

American State Bancshares, Inc., Great Bend, has reached an agreement to acquire First National Bank of Holcomb, according to Holcomb Bank President Paul Pfeifer.

New OPI graphic artist brings talent, expertise to the job

The new graphic artist at Office Products Inc. understands that sometimes customers don't know exactly what they want and may need a little guidance.

Dr. McCaulley re-elected

Dr. Russ McCaulley of Great Bend has been re-elected to his third two year term on the Heart of America Contact Lens Society Board of Directors at the societies 53rd annual congress held in Kansas City Mo. on Feb. 14-16th. Dr. McCaulley will continue as a Director of Education.

Statewide Food Drive Campaign aims to raise 100,000 meals for Kansas families

Governor Brownback signed a proclamation declaring March 23 – 29 as Kansas Agriculture Week and Mar. 25, Kansas Agriculture Day. A cornerstone of the agriculture celebration is the Neighbor to Neighbor Food Drive.

Top teachers attend conference

Nearly 300 of Kansas best educators gathered in Topeka in February for the 2014 KEEN (Kansas Exemplary Educators Network) Conference. This by-invitation only conference was hosted by the Kansas State Department of Education. It is for active KEEN members, their principals and superintendents, and recognized educators. They met to discuss current education issues and classroom practices. The two days were spent celebrating the achievements of Kansas public schools and collaborating on ways to better serve Kansas students.

Mosaic invites you to discover the possibilities

You may remember the gentleman with disabilities that held the door for you at Ellsworth Steak House or the young woman with disabilities serving you popcorn at the bank. You may remember how happy they seemed, but what you might not know is how they obtained that job or were connected with the volunteer opportunity. Mosaic's mission is to help people with intellectual disabilities discover possibilities in their lives.

Nex-Tech to Host Tech Edge Conference for I.T. Professionals

Nex-Tech will be hosting a technology conference on June 12 for information technology professionals, called Tech Edge.This one-day conference will be in Hays on the campus of Fort Hays State University inside their Memorial Union.

Credit Union of America donates books to Roosevelt Elementary

Credit Union of America donated 36 Dr. Seuss books, valued at $395, to Roosevelt Elementary in Hoisington. The presentation was made Friday at the school.

Zena Jacobs now oversees all clinic administration at St. Rose

Zena Jacobs, R.N., still cares for patients whenever she can but she has taken on another role at St. Rose Ambulatory & Surgery Center.

Cancer patients, families enjoy new TV in HCC waiting room

The picture was fading out on the big, boxy television in the Heartland Cancer Center (HCC) waiting room and it was time for a change.

Adams, Brown, Beran & Ball Promotes local accountants

The certified public accounting firm of Adams, Brown, Beran & Ball (ABBB) is proud to announce the promotion of Brett Behrends, CPA, Danielle Hollingshead, CPA and Nicole Zink, CPA.