St. Rose Services collects school supplies for children in Mexico

Pam Perry, Sister Mary Vuong and Kim Partlow were having a chat about how to observe Occupational Therapy (OT) Month this year and the result will be new school supplies for children in Mexico.

Wilson joins Community Bank of the Midwest

Community Bank of the Midwest in Great Bend announced the addition of Chuck Wilson as an agricultural loan officer.

Pathways March Co-Employees of the Month

Due to the enormous help we received from many staff during the snow storms at the end of February, deciding on an employee of the month was very difficult. Therefore, the management team decided on Co-employees of the Month for two very deserving individuals.

Taylor Klug graduates from Federal Regulatory Compliance Course

Taylor Klug, Vice President for First Kansas Bank, graduated from the 2013 Bank Compliance School held in Topeka. The Bank Compliance School is sponsored by the Kansas Bankers Association and Nebraska Bankers Association. It is designed to provide compliance and audit personnel with information about all federal regulations covered in an onsite compliance exam by Federal Regulatory Agencies. Attendees were also provided with reference materials and techniques to assist their bank in complying with extensive ...

Mini-medical students in training

Great Bend Regional Hospital welcomed 115 preschool students for a day of medical learning and fun. Students participated in learning events that consisted of "Why Shots Are Good for You", "Germs – Go Away", "Surgeons in Training", and "Vitals – How I Tick". Helping Hands Preschool brought two groups of students on April 4th to experience a day at the hospital.

Waters True Value and the Family Crisis Center partner to promote Walk a Mile in Her Shoes

Waters True Value and Walk A Mile in Her Shoes of Central Kansas have teamed up for an awareness event from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 13, in the Waters True Value parking lot, 1649 West K-96, Great Bend.

American State Bank promotes Chase Look

Stockton native Chase Look has been promoted to Associate Lender at American State Bank and Trust Company in Great Bend. He previously held the position of Credit Analyst for the past four years. He will specialize in residential real estate, ag and commercial lending.

OPI's Tom Curran has eye for design

When an Office Products Inc. customer is wondering how to equip a workplace or home environment, Tom Curran is the go-to guy. His colleagues have long known about his furniture and design capabilities, and now he has received a prestigious award for his efforts, said Jim Grabbe, OPI sales manager.

World Pest Control & Sunflower Services preaches public awareness of household pests during April

SYLVAN GROVE - World Pest Control & Sunflower Services, with its branch office in Otis, encourages public awareness of pests and reminds homeowners to pest-proof the home this spring.

St. Rose celebrates pioneering spirit on its 110th birthday

The Dominican Sisters' pioneering heritage started Great Bend's first hospital at the dawn of the 20th century and their direct influence continues today - 110 years later.

Long-time tax preparer to the honored

H&R Block invites friends of Joelene Bryant to an open house to celebrate her 40th anniversary as a tax preparer.

Patient finds relief with pain management services

Dick Meitler thought it might just be a "Band-Aid approach" but as the pain worsened, he was willing to give it a try – especially because he didn't like all the talk about possible surgery.

The big chill

Crews from Peterson Mechanical, Great Bend, unload the first of two new cooling towers at St. Rose Ambulatory & Surgery Center Wednesday, March 27. The new energy-efficient cooling towers will provide St. Rose with a modern, cost-effective system to air condition the facility.

Expo winner

FHSU College of Business/Entrepreneurship speaker series features father-son bankers

W.R. "Bill" Robbins and his son, Monty Robbins, of Farmers Bank and Trust, Overland Park, will provide their perspective on entrepreneurship in the financial industry over two generations from 10:30 to 11:20 a.m. on Wednesday, April 3, at Fort Hays State University.

Jazzercise encouraging kids to get up and dance

Fitness should not be a chore. In fact, it can and should be fun, says Charise Oelger, Great Bend Jazzercise instructor. Kids can learn this valuable life lesson and channel their inner Bieber during the Junior Jazzercise "Kids Get Fit" program at the Jazzercise Great Bend Fitness Center, Saturday, May 11 from 9:30-10 a.m.

Chlumsky Hall of Fame Inductee

On January 26, Nathan Chlumsky of Larned was inducted into Action Martial Arts Magazine's Hall of Honors 2013 as an "Ambassador of Goodwill to the Martial Arts" in the category of "Excellence in Teaching Martial Arts."

Flood insurance rates to increase

Kansans evaluating their flood insurance needs should be aware of upcoming rate increases for new and renewal policies, according to Sandy Praeger, Commissioner of Insurance.

GBRH is Boston strong

With the recent events that occurred in Boston during the marathon and the fertilizer plant explosion in West, Texas, Great Bend Regional Hospital wanted to show its support for the individuals who may have been impacted by these events. Chief Human Resources Officer Robert Bilak joined the organization six months ago from JetBlue Airways in New York, N.Y. Boston, Logan International Airport is one of their main bases with an employee population that is one ...

“Poppa D Clown” brings slapstick to Great Bend children ahead of Carson & Barnes Circus

With the Carson & Barnes Circus coming to Great Bend in just a few weeks, Poppa D Clown rode into Great Bend on Wednesday with his magic box full of humorous tricks and a comedy routine that kept area children bursting with anticipation and laughter. Wednesday's entertainment provided children a glimpse of what they will see under the Big Top when the Carson & Barnes Circus comes to town on May 16 at the Great ...