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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 ...
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.
C & V Home Improvement honored with ESGR Award
C & V Home Improvement was selected as one of 11 employers from across the state of Kansas to receive the Above and Beyond Award. The award was presented by the United States Department of Defense's Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve program which recognizes employers "for outstanding service and continued support to the national defense".
2012 KOA Fall Eyecare Conference
More than 280 optometrists and 185 optometric assistants attended the 2012 Kansas Optometric Association Fall Eyecare Conference in Wichita. Optometrists attending were able to receive 13 hours of continuing education toward the 24 hours required for re-licensure. Among those attending were Drs. Mark Judd, Russell McCaulley, and Chad Premer of Great Bend.
Eagle Communications Great Bend Division announces director of sales for Great Bend Post
Eagle Communications Great Bend Division has named Ed McGilber as director of sales for the Great Bend Post. The Post is an on-line product that features news, sports, community events and more. McGilber brings a background in media and on-line sales having previously worked at the Great Bend Tribune.
Articles by Section - Business
BBB advice for choosing a tax preparer wisely
W-2 forms are flying through the air like snowflakes these days as employers deliver that vital piece of tax information to employees. For many the arrival of that form signals the start of tax season when time ticks toward the April 15 deadline. Forbes magazine reports that around 150 million taxpayers will use a tax preparation service. A market that large guarantees that some who seek your tax preparation business will be less competent than others.
Charity drive nets thousands of items for local food banks
The third annual Charity Supply Drive held on Saturday, Jan. 24, was deemed a success. Barton County Young Professionals and the Great Bend Rotary Club teamed up to collect donations at the Walmart Supercenter in Great Bend.
Raindrop Repair technician attends Reinke advanced PLUS Seminar
Reinke announces that Stephen Batten with Raindrop Repair in St. John, recently attended the 3-day Reinke Advanced PLUS (Proven Leaders in Unmatched Service) Seminar. Service technicians representing 13 Reinke dealerships from across the U.S. attended the seminar in Deshler, Neb.
RiverBend auction benefits Clara Barton Hospital Foundation
"Having a benefit auction with the proceeds going to the Clara Barton Hospital Foundation was a great way for us to support our medical providers and helps enhance services for our residents at the same time," reports Bryan Stacey, Executive Director at RiverBend Assisted Living, in Great Bend. "Our two facilities are a natural fit and have a great working relationship."
Clara Barton to hold annual meeting
The Clara Barton Hospital Foundation will host its annual meeting at 7 p.m. on Monday at Clara Barton Hospital, 250 W. 9th, Hoisington, in the Turnbull Safe Room. All members of the Foundation are welcome to attend the meeting.
Phone scams continue to be serious threat, remain on IRS “Dirty Dozen” list of tax scams for the 201
Aggressive and threatening phone calls by criminals impersonating IRS agents remain near the top of the annual "Dirty Dozen" list of tax scams for the 2015 filing season, the Internal Revenue Service announced today.
Sunflower Financial and First Western Financial announce Mutual Termination of Merger Agreement
Kansas-based Sunflower Financial, Inc. ("Sunflower") and Colorado-based First Western Financial, Inc. ("First Western") today announced the mutual termination of their definitive merger agreement, dated Sept. 22, 2014.
Young Professionals prepared for annual charity supply drive
For the third straight year, Barton County Young Professionals will host their annual Charity Supply Drive on Saturday, January 24 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Walmart Supercenter, 3503 10th St. in Great Bend.
Clara Barton welcomes Dr. Howes
Clara Barton Hospital and Clinics announce that Jeremy Howes, MD, is joining the Clara Barton family as a general surgeon at Clara Barton Surgical Services.
BBB tips for using sales to stretch your budget
Consumers who are interested in getting the most bang for their buck (and who isn't?) know to watch for sales. Most of us notice the patterns over time – holiday items on sale right after the holiday passes and white sales in January, for instance. Beyond that, many simply look for the best price at whatever time the need for an item arises.
Sunflower and First Western Financial terminate merger agreement
Kansas-based Sunflower Financial Inc. and Colorado-based First Western Financial Inc. announced Friday the mutual termination of their definitive merger agreement, dated Sept. 22, 2014.
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