June 28, 2009

Brack – Bauer

Brad and Phyllis Brack, of Great Bend, announce the engagement of their daughter, Andrea Brack, to Robert Bauer, son of Greg and Susan Bauer of Great Bend. Grandparents of the bride-elect are Karl and Reta Brack and Phil and Margaret Bartholomew, all of Great Bend. Grandparents of the prospective groom are Emmet Bauer of Burdett and the late Lois Bauer and Jean Burt of Loveland, Ohio, and the late Bob Burt.

The bride-elect is a 2007 graduate of Oklahoma City University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Entertainment Business and Arts Management. She is employed as the senior event coordinator at EPIC Entertainment, a Starlight Theatre Company, in Kansas City, Mo.

The prospective groom is a 2007 graduate of Washburn University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science. He will graduate from the Washburn University School of Law in 2010 with his Juris Doctor degree.

The wedding is planned for Nov. 7 at the Old Mission United Methodist Church in Kansas City.

Cullop – Splitter

Jerry and Kelly Cullop of Sterling announce the engagement of their daughter, Janna Cullop, to Matt Splitter, son of Drs. Melvin and Janet Splitter of Lorraine.

The bride-elect is a graduate of Sterling High School. She will graduate in December 2009 from Kansas State University with a bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Communications.

The prospective groom is a graduate of Quivira Heights High School in Bushton. He graduated from Kansas State University with a bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Communications. He is employed as director of Member Services for the National Sorghum Producers in Manhattan.

The wedding is planned for Aug. 1 at the First United Methodist Church in Sterling.

June 21, 2009

Mater –– Kirkman

Jeannie Mater of Hoisington announces the engagement of her daughter, Audrey Mater, to Chad Kirkman, son of Bill and Brenda Kirkman of Grand Junction, Colo.

The bride-elect attended Hoisington High School and graduated from Wichita State University with a BA in education. She is currently working on her master’s at Baker University. She is a kindergarten teacher at Price-Harris Communication Magnet in Wichita.

The prospective groom attended Fruita Monument High School in Fruita, Colo. He graduated from McPherson College with a BA in education. He is a kindergarten teacher at Price-Harris Communication Magnet in Wichita.

The wedding is planned for this summer at Couples Swept Away Resort in Jamaica.

Hoffman –– Hickel

Curtis and Kathi Hoffman of Great Bend announce the engagement of their daughter, Katrina Lynn Hoffman, to Jordan Curtis Hickel, son of Curtis Hickel of Great Bend and Robin Hickel of Claflin. Grandparents of the bride-elect are Robert and Vera Henning of Great Bend, Leroy and Donna Hoffman of Mount Vernon, Mo. and the late Nancy Hoffman. Grandparents of the prospective groom are Don and Connie Redding of Bushton and Robert and Betty Hickel of Claflin.

The bride-elect is a 2003 graduate of Great Bend High School. She graduated from Fort Hays State University in 2007 with a bachelor of science degree in Medical Diagnostic Imaging, and in 2009 with a bachelor of science degree in Medical Diagnostic Imaging with an emphasis in sonography. She is employed at Hays Medical Center as a diagnostic medical sonographer.

The prospective groom is a 2003 graduate of Claflin High School. He graduated from Fort Hays State University in 2008 with a bachelor of business administration degree. He is currently farming.

The wedding is planned for July 18 at St. Rose Catholic Church in Great Bend.

Mason –– Scrip

Dan and Donna Mason of Ellinwood announce the engagement of their daughter, Carley Mason, to Dallas Scrip, son of Scott and Ursula Scrip of Mission Viejo, Calif. The bride-elect is the daughter of the late Layne Mason.

The bride-elect is a 2002 graduate of Great Bend High School. She graduated from Baker University in 2007 with a bachelor of arts degree in middle level math and exercise science. She is employed by USD 428 as a middle school math teacher.

The prospective groom is a 2000 graduate of Mission Viejo High School. He graduated from the Ohio State University in 2004 with a bachelor of arts degree in journalism. He earned his master’s degree in liberal arts and social sciences from Baker University in 2005. He is employed as the sports editor at the Great Bend Tribune.

The wedding is planned for July 11 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Great Bend.

Bohn –– Anderson

Mr and Mrs. Daniel Bohn of Ellinwood announce the engagement of their daughter, Emily Bohn, to Christopher Anderson, son of Chris Anderson of Kansas City and Laura Monsees of California, Mo.

The bride-elect is a graduate of Ellinwood High School. She received her Bachelor of Psychology degree from Wichita State University. She is employed as a chiropractic assistant at Your Wellness Connection in Kansas City.

The prospective groom is a graduate of California High School. He received his master's degree in exercise science from Central Missouri State University. He is employed by Front Door Fitness as the general manager in Kansas City.

The wedding is planned for Oct. 24 in downtown Kansas City.

June 14, 2009

Hoberecht – Reece

Mark and Cheryl Hoberecht of Great Bend announce the engagement of their daughter, Vanessa Marie Hoberecht, to Travis Dale Reece, son of John Reece of Frederick, Md., and Dana Pfanenstiel of Scott City. Grandparents of the bride-elect are Russell and Wanda Hoberecht of Great Bend and Robert and Gladys Salmans of Larned. Grandparents of the prospective groom are Dale and Mildred Burroughs of Ellinwood.

The bride-elect is a 2008 graduate of Larned High School. She is currently attending Fort Hays State University pursuing a degree in special education. She is employed as a sales associate at Bath and Body Works in Hays.

The prospective groom is a 2007 graduate of Scott City High School. He is currently attending Fort Hays State University pursuing a degree in sports broadcasting.

The wedding is planned for July 18 at the First Christian Church in Great Bend.

Hunt – Tolan

Larry Hunt of Great Bend and Connie and Jim Knowles of Grove, Okla., announce the engagement of their daughter, Lisa Ann Hunt, to Eric James Tolan, son of Terri and Kent Kohls of Great Bend and the late Milton Tolan. The bride-elect’s grandparents are Art and Shirley Hunt of Great Bend and Walter and Ruth Martin of Grove, Okla. The prospective grooms grandparents are Elizabeth Moore and Mr. and Mrs. Jack Durbin, all of Great Bend, and the late Fern and Milton Tolan and the late Robert Ewing.

The bride-elect is a 1995 graduate of Fayetteville High School in Fayetteville, Ark. She graduated from Barton County College in 2000 with a degree in graphic design. She is employed as a sales and marketing manager by Foundation Telecommunica-tions Inc. in Rogers, Ark.

The prospective groom attended Larned High School. He attended Petra Allied Health Medical School in Springdale, Ark. He is currently self-employed, Tolan Lawn Care of northwest Ark.

The wedding is planned for Sept. 5 at the Mildred B. Cooper Memorial Chapel in Bella Vista, Ark.

Williams – Brown

Kendra Diane Williams (Yetschke) and Eric Todd Brown announce their engagement. Children of the couple are Dawson Williams and Logan Williams of Great Bend and Canyon Brown, Cedar Brown, and Cadence Brown of Dodge City. The bride-elect is the daughter of Diana Yetschke of Great Bend. She is the granddaughter of Beverly Kolb of Great Bend and the late H.A. “Sandy” Kolb and E. Dean Kraisinger. The prospective groom is the son of Jim and Betty Brown of Hanston and Joan and Fred Simondie of Ada,Okla.

The bride-elect is a 1997 graduate of Great Bend High School. She is employed by Clarke Well and Equipment, Inc. of Great Bend.

The prospective groom is a 1997 graduate of Hanston High School. He is employed by Clarke Farms LLC of Great Bend.

An outdoor wedding ceremony is planned for Oct.17 at the Camp Aldrich Conference Center near Claflin.

May 31, 2009

Braymer – Ready

Cary and Julie Braymer announce the engagement of their daughter, Melissa Braymer, to Bo Ready Jr., son of Bo Ready Sr. and Rosa Ready.

The bride-elect is a 2002 graduate of Great Bend High School. She graduated from Barton County College in 2008 with a degree in criminal justice. She is employed by CPI in Great Bend as a regional technical sales specialist and is an on- call worker for Juvenile Intake and Assessment.

The prospective groom is a 2004 graduate of Concordia High School. He graduated from Barton County College in 2008 with a degree in criminal justice. He is currently a member of the Kansas Army National Guard since 2005 and is getting ready to go on tour in July. He is employed by AM Cohron and Son in Atlantic, Iowa, as a laborer building bridges, currently in Dodge City.

The wedding is planned for June 13 at Dozier Winery.

Long – Allen

Rick Long of Ellinwood and Tammy Long of Hutchinson announce the engagement of their daughter, Kacey Long, to Brandon Allen, son of Larry and Debbie Allen of Hudson.

The bride-elect is a 2002 graduate of Ellinwood High School. She attended Hutchinson Community College. She is employed by CPI Qualified Plan Consultants in Great Bend as an operations assistant.

The prospective groom is a 2001 graduate of Great Bend High School. He received his lineman certification through the National Joint Apprenticeship in 2007. He is employed by PAR Electrical Workers in Great Bend as a lineman.

The wedding is planned for Aug. 29 at St. John Lutheran Church in Ellinwood.

Keesee – Johnson

Robert and Sharlene Keesee of Phillipsburg announce the engagement of their daughter, Annie Keesee, to Jared Johnson, son of Donald and Lorana Johnson of Wichita.

The bride-elect is a 2001 York College with a bachelor’s degree and from Wichita State University in 2007 with a master’s degree. She is employed as a K-6 music teacher in Wichita.

The prospective groom is a 2003 graduate of Oklahoma Christian University with a bachelor’s degree and from Oklahoma University School of Medicine in 2007. He is a resident at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita.

The wedding is planned for July 18 at East Point Church of Christ in Wichita.

Wright – Delaney

Bert and Cindy Wright announce the engagement of their daughter, Amy Wright, to Clay Delaney, son of Dan and Diane Delaney.

The bride-elect graduated from Kansas State University. She graduated from Wichita State University with a master’s degree. She is employed as a second-grade teacher for Maize USD 266.

The prospective groom attended Fort Hays State University and graduated from Brown Mackie College in Salina. He is a PC/Lan Specialist for Hospira in McPherson.

The wedding is planned for June 27 at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Hutchinson.

Pekarek – Ronnebaum

Mr. Kent Pekarek of Shawnee and Cathy Gilpin of Salina, along with Linus and Marilyn Ronnebaum of Seneca, announce the engagement of their children Kristal Lee Pekarek of Overland Park and Joseph Michael Ronnebaum of Lenexa.

The bride-elect is a 1996 graduate of Great Bend High School. She attended Barton Community College and Kansas State University. She graduated with a bachelor of science degree in marketing and international business in 2001. She is employed as the sales and marketing manager for Sparhawk Laboratories, Inc. in Lenexa.

The prospective groom is a 1998 graduate of Nemaha Valley High School. He graduated from Kansas State University in 2002 with a bachelor of science degree in accounting and in 2003 with a master’s of accountancy. He is currently employed as a tax manager at PriceWaterhouseCoopers LLP in Kansas City.

The wedding is planned for June 13 at Good Shepherd Catholic Church in Shawnee.

Rensch – Appelhans

Mr. and Mrs. Brent C. Rensch of Great Bend announce the engagement of their daughter, Megan Brooke, to Jarod Alexander Appelhans, son of Mr. and Mrs. Rick Appelhans of Sharon Springs.

The bride-elect is a 2001 graduate of Great Bend High School. She graduated from Fort Hays State University in 2006 with a bachelor’s degree in finance. She is employed with Koch Industries in Wichita as an accounting assistant.

The prospective groom is a 2001 graduate of Greeley County High School. He attended Wichita State University. He is employed with MidAmerican Credit Union in Wichita as a residential loan processor.

The wedding is planned for Aug. 15 at the Wichita Scottish Rite Center.

Brady – Duran

Dale and Nancy Brady, of Albert, announce the engagement of their daughter, Kimberly Brady, to Paul Duran, son of Emma Duran of Garden City and the late Pablo Oscar Duran.

The bride-elect is a 2005 graduate of Fort Hays State University with a master’s degree in clinical psychology. She is employed as a licensed psychological associate in felony mental health court for the Dallas County Community Supervision Corrections Department in Dallas, Texas.

The prospective groom is currently attending Collin County Community College majoring in engineering with plans to obtain his bachelor’s degree from the University of North Texas. He is employed as a plant engineering mechanic at UPS in Dallas, Texas.

The wedding is planned for Sept. 26 at Peace Lutheran Church in Albert.

May 24, 2009

Bastin - Demel

John and Karen Bastin of Salina announce the engagement of their daughter, Kristin Ann Bastin, to Jason Robert Demel, son of Gary Demel of Great Bend and the late Wanda Demel.

The bride-elect is a 2002 graduate of Salina High School South. She graduated from Kansas State University in 2006 with a bachelor of science degree in business. She works for Payless ShoeSource, Inc., as a merchandise planner in Topeka.

The prospective groom is a 1998 graduate of Great Bend High School. He attended Barton County College and Wichita State University. He has recently relocated to the Lawrence area and works for Cutler Repaving Inc. as an electrician.

The wedding is planned for Aug. 8, at First Baptist Church in Salina.

Robison – Likes

Rick and Candy Robison of Great Bend announce the engagement of their daughter, Amanda Bernice Robison, to Dan C. Likes, son of Charles Likes of Heizer and Mary Likes of Salina.

The bride-elect is a 1998 graduate of Great Bend High School. She is a homemaker.

The prospective groom is a 1989 graduate of Great Bend High School. He is employed as a mechanic at Steve’s Truck Repair in Claflin.

The wedding is planned for June 13 at the Eastside Baptist Church in Great Bend.

Eberhart – Bruno

Kay Eberhart announces the engagement of their daughter, Joy Eberhart, to Johnnie Bruno, son of Vincent Bruno and Karen Bruno. The bride-elect is also the daughter of the late Gene Eberhart.

The bride-elect is a 1996 graduate of Great Bend High School. She attended Fort Hays State University. She is employed by Warren Financial Group in Kansas City, Mo.

The prospective groom is a 1994 graduate of Great Bend High School. He is employed by Sara Lee in St. Joseph, Mo., as a quality control supervisor.

The wedding is planned for May 24 at Screenland Theatre at the Crossroads in Kansas City, Mo.

May 17, 2009

East – Keller

Shannon East of Shawnee, Okla., and Justin Keller of Claflin announce their engagement. The bride-elect is the daughter of Bob and Pam East of Shawnee and the granddaughter of Mary East of Oklahoma City, Okla., and the late Richard C. East Sr., and the late V.M. and Caroline Leonard. The prospective groom is the son of Lori Schneweis of Great Bend, and the stepson of Kirk Schneweis of Claflin. He is the grandson of Cheryl Hibbert of Hudson, Gary Hibbert of Lincoln, Neb., and Al and Nora Keller of Garden City. He is the great-grandson of Alma Spangenberg of Hudson, and the late Curt Spangenberg.

The bride-elect is a 2002 graduate of Shawnee High School. She graduated from the University of Central Oklahoma in December 2008 with a bachelor of science degree in Elementary Education. She is employed as a permanent sub at Orvis Risner Elementary School in Edmond, Okla.

The prospective groom is a 2004 graduate of Claflin High School. He joined the United States Army and serves as a radar technician. He was recently deployed with the 3rd Infantry Division in Iraq, but has returned from that service and is assigned to the 75th Fire Brigade at Fort Sill in Lawton, Okla. He will be entering the ROTC Green to Gold program at the University of Central Oklahoma, focusing on a bachelor of science in business and wll receive a commission as a second lieutenant.

The wedding is planned for July 4 at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church in Shawnee, Okla.

May 10, 2009

Pajor – Koochel

Joseph and Terryl Pajor and Emily and Dan Davis announce the engagement of their daughter, Sara Pajor, to Matthew Koochel, son of Michael and Lois Koochel.

The bride-elect is a 2001 graduate of Bishop Carroll High School. She graduated from Newman University in 2005 with a bachelor’s degree in business administration. She is employed by Value Place Property Management in Wichita as an accountant.

The prospective groom is a 2000 graduate of Great Bend High School. He graduated from Barton Community College in 2002 with an associate’s degree in computer information and from Fort Hays State University in 2006 with a bachelor’s degree in information networking and telecommunications. He is employed by Koch Business Solutions in Wichita as a client technologies technician.

The wedding is planned for June 6 at St. Anne Catholic Church in Wichita.

Kraft – Malone

Jim Kraft of Claflin and Verlinda Kraft of Graford, Texas, announce the engagement of their daughter, Laci Mae Kraft, to Travis Lee Malone, son of James and Debbie McCormick of Ellinwood, and Curtis and Martha Malone of Raymond. Grandparents of the bride are Juanita Dinges of Ness City, and the late Thomas Dinges, Ellen Leikam of Fulton, Texas, and the late Al Leikam, and the late George Kraft. Grandparents of the groom are Don and Janice Knop of Ellinwood, Doug and Karen Melcher of Kansas City, Walter and Helen McCormick of Sylvia and the late Ray Malone.

The bride-elect is a 2006 graduate of Claflin High School and attended Barton Community College. She is currently employed as a medical review specialist by Benefit Management Inc. in Great Bend.

The prospective groom is a 2001 graduate of Ellinwood High School. He graduated from North Central Kansas Technical College in Beloit in 2003. He is employed by Walton Plumbing, Heating and Air in Sterling as a PHAC Technician.

An outdoor wedding is planned for May 30 at Camp Aldrich in Claflin.

VonFelt – Pierce

Jim and Judy VonFeldt of Larned announce the engagement of their daughter Stephanie Marie VonFeldt to Houston James Pierce, son of Mike and Robin Pond of Liberal and the late Larry Pierce. Grandparents of the bride-elect are G.L. and Shirley VonFeldt of Larned, Robert and Coralie Button of Great Bend and the late Peggy Button. Grandparents of the groom are Bonnie Amann of Liberal, the late Jim Amann, Dillard Smith of Liberal and the late MaryLee Smith.

The bride-elect is a 2003 graduate of Larned High School. She graduated from Kansas State University in 2007, with a bachelor of science degree in business administration. She is employed by Anderson Knight Architects of Manhattan as their interior designer/administrative assistant.

The prospective groom is a 2001 graduate of Liberal High School. He graduated from Seward County Community College in 2003 and from Kansas State University in 2005 with a bachelor of science degree in business administration. He is employed by Sink, Gillmore and Gordon, LLP, of Manhattan as senior public accountant.

The wedding is planned for May 30 at the Columbian Theatre in Wamego.

Klug – Ruble

Tom and Rhonda Klug of Great Bend announce the engagement of their daughter, Kelsie Dawn Klug, to Timothy Kyle Ruble, son of Kyle and Liz Schartz and the late Kirt Ruble.

The bride-elect is a 2004 graduate of Great Bend High School. She graduated from the Barton Community College Nursing Program in 2007. She is employed as a registered nurse at the Wichita Clinic.

The prospective groom is a 2003 graduate of Great Bend High School. He graduated from Kansas State University in 2008 with a bachelor of science degree in business administration. He is attending Wichita State University where he will complete his master’s degree in business administration.

The wedding is planned for June 13 at St. Rose of Lima Church in Great Bend.

May 3, 2009

Eberhart – Bruno

Kay Eberhart announces the engagement of their daughter, Joy Eberhart, to Johnnie Bruno, son of Vincent Bruno and Karen Bruno. The bride-elect is also the daughter of the late Gene Eberhart.

The bride-elect is a 1996 graduate of Great Bend High School. She attended Fort Hays State University. She is employed by Warren Financial Group in Kansas City, Mo.

The prospective groom is a 1994 graduate of Great Bend High School. He is employed by Sara Lee in St. Joe, Mo. as a quality control supervisor.

The wedding is planned for May 24 at Screenland Theatre at the Crossroads in Kansas City, Mo.

Shriner – Vicek

James Shriner and Dawn Vlcek announce the engagement of their daughter, Kelly Dawn Shriner, to Paul Daniel Trickey, son of Christine Trickey and the late Daniel Trickey.

The bride-elect is a graduate of Ellsworth High School. She graduated from Barton County College in 2003 and from Fort Hays State University in 2008 with a bachelors of science in nursing. She is employed by Clara Barton Hospital in Hoisington as a registered nurse.

The prospective groom completed his high school curriculum in 2000. He is currently attending Devry University working on his bachelors of science degree in networking and telecommunications management. He is employed by Central Kansas Medical Center as a PBX/Admitting clerk.

The wedding is planned for May 9 at the First United Methodist Church in Great Bend.

April 26, 2009

Fricks – Trudeau

Steven Fricks and Kathyrn Martinez announce the engagement of their daughter, Amanda Fricks, to Brian Trudeau, son of Ron Collier, Angela Collier and J.R. Meyeres.

The bride-elect is a 2006 graduate of Great Bend High School. She is employed by Landmark National Bank in Great Bend.

The prospective groom is a 1995 graduate of Great Bend High School. He is employed by Stanion Wholesale Electric in counter sales in Great Bend.

The wedding is planned for June 6 at Central Baptist Church in Great Bend.

Shriner – Trickey

James Shriner and Dawn Vlcek announce the engagement of their daughter, Kelly Dawn Shriner, to Paul Daniel Trickey, son of Christine Trickey and the late Daniel Trickey.

The bride-elect is a graduate of Ellsworth High School. She graduate from Barton County College in 2003. She graduated from Fort Hays State University in 2008 with a bachelor of science in nursing. She is employed by Clara Barton Hospital in Hoisington as a registered nurse.

The prospective groom completed his high school curriculum in 2000. He is currently attending Devry University working on his bachelor of science degree in networking and telecommunications. He is employed by Central Kansas Medical Center as a PBX/Admitting clerk.

The wedding is planned for May 9 at the First United Methodist Church in Great Bend.

Baalmann

Christine Jane Suppes and Mark Joseph Baalmann were united in marriage on March 7 at St. Anne’s Catholic Church in Olmitz. Father Ultan Murphy and Father Rene Labrador officiated the ceremony. Parents of the couple are Sherry Suppes of Augusta, Ga., Patrick and Kathleen Suppes of Otis and Bill and Ruth Baalmann of La Crosse. The bride was escorted by the groom.

Maid of honor was Julie Suppes, sister of the bride. Bridesmaids were Amy Suppes, sister of the bride, Becky Hancock, sister of the groom, Kezia Hesed and Vanessa Hermes.

Best man was Kevin Baalmann, brother of the groom. Groomsmen were Pat Baalmann, Brian Baalmann, Jeff Baalmann and Mike Baalmann, all brothers of the groom.

Ushers were James Suppes and Matthew Suppes, both brothers of the bride, Alan Sramek and Jen’od Morgan.

Candlelighters were Makenna Hancock and Keith Hancock, niece and nephew of the groom. Flower girl was Johannah Baalmann, daughter of the couple. Ring bearers were Austin Baalmann and Kaden Baalmann, both nephews of the groom. Honorary ring bearer was Ryland Baalmann, nephew of the groom.

The bride is employed by Tony Rues Law Office in La Crosse and will graduate in May from Fort Hays State University with a degree in political science with an emphasis in pre-law.

The groom is employed by the La Crosse City Police Department as a police officer.

After a trip to Cozumel, Mexico, the couple is at home in La Crosse.

Christiansen – Glass

Max and Anita Christiansen, of Ellinwood, announce the engagement of their daughter, Jessica Joan Christiansen, to Brandon Leon Glass, son of Ralph and Beverly Glass of Lyons.

The bride-elect is a 1999 graduate of Ellinwood High School. She graduated in 2008 from North Central Kansas Technical College in Beloit with an associate degree in electrical technology and a State of Kansas Journeyman's Electrical License. She recently took her State of Kansas Master Electrical License test and passed. She is a member of Hutchinson Electrical Union 661 and is currently employed as an electrician with Total Electric in Lyons.

The prospective groom is a 1994 graduate of Lyons High School and is employed as a machinist with Cashco Inc. in Ellsworth.

The wedding is planned for May 8 at Treetop Chapel in Branson, Mo.

Brenner – Hammeke

David and Stacey Brenner of Great Bend announce the engagement of their daughter, Megan Christine, to Ryan Andrew, son of Colin and Lori Hammeke of Great Bend. Grandparents of the couple are Ray and Gail Dobson and Larry and Kathy Brenner, all of Hays, Nadine Amerine and Richard and Joan Pope, all of Great Bend, and the late Norman and Joleen Hammeke.

The bride-elect is a 2006 graduate of Great Bend High School. She is attending Fort Hays State University, majoring in health promotion and wellness. She is employed at the Office of Strategic Partnership.

The prospective groom is a 2006 graduate of Great Bend High School. He is attending Fort Hays State University, majoring in criminal justice studies. He is employed at Usave Pharmacy.

The wedding is planned for June 6 at the First United Methodist Church in Great Bend.

Ciochon – Kirmer

Lori Hegarty-Ciochon of Topeka and Joe and Jane Ciochon of Lewisville, Texas, announce the engagement of their daughter, Jessica Ann Ciochon, to Andrew Wayne Kirmer, son of Marvin and Bobette Kirmer of Claflin.

The bride-elect is a 2003 graduate of Topeka West High School. She graduated from Emporia State University in 2007 with a bachelor’s degree in elementary education. She is employed as a kindergarten teacher at the Claflin Elementary School.

The prospective groom is a 2003 graduate of Claflin High School. He graduated from Flint Hills Technical College in Emporia in 2007 with an Associate’s of Applied Science in Paramedic. He is employed as an electrician by Kirmer Electric in Claflin and is a volunteer for the Claflin Fire and EMS.

The wedding is planned for June 20 at the Assumption Catholic Church in Topeka.

April 19, 2009

Miller – Gay

Tom and Kathleen Miller of Lenexa announce the engagement of their daughter, Jessica A. Miller, to Nicholas Joseph Gay, son of Robert Gay of Edmond, Okla., and JoAnne Pyle of Lenexa. Grandparents of the bride-elect are Paul and Ann Oberle of Claflin and the late Joe and Lucille Miller.

The bride-elect is a 2009 graduate of Kansas State University with a bachelor of science degree in elementary education.

The prospective groom is a 2009 graduate of Kansas State University with a bachelor of science degree in electrical engineering. He will be employed as a design engineer for Garmin in Olathe.

The wedding is planned for June 13 at the Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Lenexa.

Clone – Miller

Danny and Colette Haskell of Great Bend announce the engagement of their daughter, Tarasa Dawn Clone, to Shaun H. Miller, son of Harold and Cora Miller of Lyons.

The bride-elect attended Great Bend High School. She is employed as a waitress by Eazy Street Restaurant in Great Bend.

The prospective groom attended Lyons High School. He is employed by Amerine Utilities Construction in Great Bend.

The wedding is planned for May 23 at the Cheyenne Bottoms Park.

Davidson – Ross

Matt and Catherine Soeken of Claflin and Terry Davidson announce the engagement of their daughter, Sara Davidson, to Brett Ross, son of Darren and Dina Ross of Parsons, and the late Londa Bedore. Grandparents of the bride are Arthur and Sallie Hager, and Howard and Naomi Soeken, all of Claflin, and the late Leroy and Neita Mae Davidson. Grandparents of the groom are Kurt and Margaret Bucholtz of St. Francis, Elsie Woodard and Denis Leech of Parsons, John and Sherry Bedore of Kimberly City, Mo., and Francis and Thelma Cook of Hays.

The bride-elect is a graduate of Claflin High School and a 2004 graduate of Xenon’s School of Cosmetology in Wichita. She is employed by Central Kansas Medical Center in Great Bend.

The prospective groom is a graduate of Parsons High School. He is employed by Rosewood Services in Great Bend as a caregiver.

The wedding is planned for April 18 at the First United Methodist Church in Hoisington.

Smith – Brown

Roland and Jane Smith of Great Bend announce the engagement of their daughter, Molly Smith, to Auston Brown, son of Bill and Terry Brown, Ponca City, Okla., and Lynn and Diane Engle of Great Bend.

The bride-elect is a 1999 graduate of Great Bend High School and a 2003 graduate of the University of Kansas. She recently received her teaching license in elementary education from Newman University. She now teaches third grade at Lincoln Elementary in Hoisington.

The prospective groom is a 2000 graduate of Great Bend High School and a 2003 graduate of North Central Kansas Technical College in Beloit. He is currently employed at One Hour Heating and Air in Hutchinson.

The wedding is planned for Nov. 7 in Great Bend.

Swartz – Kiewel

Edward and Louise Swartz of Alexander announce the engagement of their daughter, Staci Eilene Swartz, to Daniel James Kiewel, son of James and Karin Kiewel of Englewood, Colo.

The bride-elect is a 2007 graduate of Western Plains High School in Ransom. She is a student at Barton Community College majoring in art. She is employed at Braums in Great Bend.

The prospective groom is a 1998 graduate of Rangeview High School in Aurora, Colo. and a 2002 graduate of Colorado State University in Fort Collins, Colo. He is employed at CPI in Great Bend.

The wedding is planned for July 18 at the United Methodist Church in Alexander.

Pesin – Cushenbery

Eugene and Sofia Pesin of Concord, Calif., announce the engagement of their daughter, Lily Pesin of State College, Pa., to Pierce Cushenbery, son of Daryl and Tammy Cushenbery of North Richland Hills, Texas. Grandparents of the prospective groom are Helen Klein of Great Bend and the Late Larry Klein.

The bride-elect is a 2007 graduate of California State University in Fresno, Calif., with a bachelor of psychology degree. She is employed at the Industrial Organizational Psychology Ph.D. program at Pennsylvania State University in State College, Pa.

The prospective groom is a 2008 graduate of Oklahoma State University with a bachelor of aviation sciences degree with a concentration as professional pilot. He attended American Flyers Academy for Certified Flight Instructor-Instruments Ratings.

The wedding is planned for June 7 at the Congregation B’nai Tikvah in Walnut Creek, Calif.

April 12, 2009

Folkerts – Sellers

Patrick and Gia Scott of Victoria and Byron and Robin Folkerts of Derby announce the engagement of their daughter, Amy Katheryn Folkerts, to Matthew Adam Sellers, son of Dan and Jane Sellers of Salina.

The bride elect is a 2002 graduate of Victoria High School and a 2007 graduate of Kansas State University. She is employed as a dance coach at Coffeyville Community College.

The groom is a 2001 graduate of Salina South High School and a 2006 graduate of Kansas State University. He is an assistant football coach at Coffeyville Community College.

The wedding is planned for July 3 at the St. Thomas More Catholic Church in Manhattan.

Smith – Brown

Roland and Jane Smith of Great Bend announce the engagement of their daughter, Molly Smith, to Auston Brown, son of Bill and Terry Brown, Ponca City, Okla., and Lynn and Diane Engle of Great Bend.

The bride-elect is a 1999 graduate of Great Bend High School and a 2003 graduate of the University of Kansas. She recently received her teaching license in Elementary Education from Newman University. She now teaches third grade at Lincoln Elementary in Hoisington.

The prospective groom is a 2000 graduate of Great Bend High School and a 2003 graduate of North Central Kansas Technical College in Beloit. He is currently employed at One Hour Heating and Air in Hutchinson.

The wedding is planned for Nov. 7 in Great Bend.

April 5, 2009

Hammond - Fellers

Eric and Tammy Hammond of Pawnee Rock announce the engagement of their daughter, Amanda Hammond, to Joshua Fellers, son of Terry and Paula Fellers of Great Bend.

The bride-elect is a 2006 graduate of Great Bend High School and attended Barton Community College. She is employed by Rosewood Services of Great Bend as the director of residential services.

The prospective groom is a 2000 graduate of Great Bend High School and attended Barton Community College. He is employed by Kustom Floor Designs of Great Bend.

The wedding is planned for May 2 at the First United Methodist Church in Great Bend.

Orth - Zogleman

Mr. and Mrs. Mark Orth of Great Bend announce the engagement of their daughter, Brandy Jo Orth, to Jesse Allen Zogleman, son of Mr. and Mrs. Duane Zogleman of Wichita. Grandparents of the bride are Barbara Orth of Bushton and the late Felix Orth, Eva Budreau of Concordia and the late Eldon Budreau. Grandparents of the groom are Raymond Zogleman of Clearwater and the late Jo Zogleman and the late Joy and Robert O'Brien.

The bride-elect is a 2003 graduate of Great Bend High School. She graduated from Wichita State University in 2006 with a bachelor’s degree in Health Services Management and Community Development with a minor in business marketing. She is pursuing her master’s in business administration with an emphasis in management at Newman University and will graduate in May of 2009. She is also pursuing her certified medical representative emphasizing in pharmaceutical management through CMR Institute. She is employed by Endo Pharmaceuticals as a pharmaceutical sales representative.

The prospective groom is a 1999 graduate of Northwest High School. He attended Fort Hays State University and Wichita State University. He is manager of Moonwalks for Fun and president of Media by Mile.

The wedding is planned for July 17 at St. Mary's Cathedral and Botanica Gardens in Wichita.

Hughes - Stoss

Marlin Hughes and Rhonda Hughes announce the engagement of their daughter, Stephanie Hughes, to Jeffrey Stoss, son of Duane and Mary Stoss.

The bride-elect is a 2007 graduate of Great Bend High School. She graduated from House of Heavilin Cosmetology School in Blue Springs, Mo., in 2008. She is currently a cosmetologist at Shear Expressions in Great Bend.

The prospective groom is a 2007 graduate of Great Bend High School. He graduated from Barton Community College in 2009 with an associate’s degree in computer science. He is employed by Papa Murphy’s Pizza in Great Bend.

The wedding is planned for July 25 at St. Patrick Church in Great Bend.

March 29, 2009

Oberle - Peterson

Ray and Sandi Oberle, of Claflin, announce the engagement of their daughter, Emily Lauren Oberle, to Hunter Keith Peterson, son of Lynn and Jan Peterson of Great Bend.

The bride-elect is a 2007 graduate of Barton County Community College with an associates degree. She will graduate from Central Christian College in McPherson in May with a bachelor degree in worship arts.

The prospective groom is currently attending Barton County Community College. He will attend Pittsburg State University in the fall of 2009 to pursue a degree in graphic design.

The wedding is planned for June 13 at Grace Community Church in Great Bend.

Ryan - Flinn

Tre and Taryn Flinn announce the engagement of the father, Casey Noel Flinn, to Megan Renee Ryan, daughter of Darrell and Valerie Ryan of Russell. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Talma Miller of Great Bend, the late Dwayne Drake, Elmer Miller, and Robert and Leona Ryan. The prospective groom is the son of David and Tammy Ratzlaff of Galva and the late Gary Flinn. He is the grandson of Dalbert and Yvonne Hoppes of Galva and Virgil and Ruby Flinn of Augusta.

The bride-elect is a sergeant in the Kansas Army National Guard and is employed as a production controller at MATES at Fort Riley. She is a veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom.

The prospective groom is a staff sergeant in the Kansas Army National Guard and is employed as a mechanic at MATES at Fort Riley. He is a veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom.

The wedding is planned for May 9.

Call - Nelson

Dennis and Dianne Call of Great Bend announce the engagement of their daughter, Sarah Call, to Chad Nelson, son of Jim and Betty Nelson of Lindsborg and Van Nelson of Lenexa.

The bride elect is a 2000 graduate of Great Bend High School. She graduated from Kansas State University in 2004 with a Bachelor of Science degree in kinesiology. She graduated from the University of Kansas Medical Center in 2007 with a Doctorate of Physical Therapy. She is employed as a physical therapist at the University of Kansas Hospital in Kansas City.

The prospective groom is a 1998 graduate of Smoky Valley High School. He graduated from Kansas State University in 2003 with a Bachelor of Science in Biology. He graduated from the University of Kansas Medical Center in 2005 with a Masters of Physical Therapy. He is employed as a physical therapist at Sports Rehab in Overland Park.

The wedding is planned for May 2 at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Kansas City, Mo.

Schlesener - Brummer

Larry and Barbara Schlesener announce the engagement of their daughter, Rebecca Schlesener to Steve Brummer, son of Wayne Brummer and the late Beverly Brummer.

The bride-elect is a 2001 graduate of Hope High School. She graduated from Barton County Community College Nursing Program in 2009. She is employed as a CNA at Allstaff in Great Bend.

The prospective groom is a service technician at Great Bend Farm Equipment.

The wedding is planned for July 25 at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Ellinwood.

March 22, 2009

Rios - Andrasek

Randy and Cristy Suchy announce the engagement of their daughter, Jessie Rios, to Joe Andrasek, son of Elke Andrasek and the late Joe Andrasek.

The bride-elect is a 2002 graduate of Great Bend High School. She graduated from Sidney’s Hairdressing College in Hutchinson in 2005 with a cosmetologist license. She is employed by Blades in Great Bend as a hair and nail technician.

The prospective groom is a 1991 graduate of Great Bend High School. He attended HVAC school in Wichita. He is self-employed in Great Bend.

The wedding is planned for April 25 at St. Rose Catholic Church in Great Bend.

Werner - Cunningham

Robert and Ronda Werner of Gotebo, Okla., and Vickie Hoffman of Ellinwood announce the engagement of their daughter, Megan Werner of Sayer, Okla., to Reece Cunningham, of Sayre, Okla., son of David and Dana Southall of Elk City, Okla., and Larry and Julie Cunningham of Cache, Okla.

The bride-elect is employed by Hensley's Nursing Home in Sayre, Okla., and Maurices of Elk City, Okla.

The prospective groom is employed by the Elk City Police Department in Elk City, Okla.

The wedding is planned for the fall in Elk City, Okla.

Petz - Flickinger

Terry Boor of Ellinwood and Bill and Kaye Boor of Sterling announce the engagement of their daughter, Anna Boor Petz, to Jake Flickinger, son of Kyle and Lesa Flickinger of Sterling.

The bride-elect is a 1999 graduate of Ellinwood High School. She attended Barton County Community College. She is employed as a Non-fair Events assistant at the Kansas State Fair in Hutchinson.

The prospective groom is a 2006 graduated of Sterling High School. He graduated from Hutchinson Community College in 2008. He is employed as a carpenter at Rice County Builders in Little River and is a volunteer firefighter for the Sterling/Rice County Fire Department.

The wedding is planned for April 25 at Crossroads Christian Church in Hutchinson.

Schartz - Ramsey

Bert and Karla Schartz of Larned announce the engagement of their daughter, Jenny Schartz, to Ben Ramsey, son of Dan Ramsey of Garden City and Sara Ramsey of Scott City. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Bob and Sharon Engle of Great Bend and A.W. and Patricia Schartz of Larned.

The bride-elect is a 2003 graduate of Larned High School and a 2008 graduate of Washburn University in Topeka with a Bachelor of Arts in biology. She is employed as a compliance specialist at AVIVA in Topeka.

The prospective groom is a 2002 graduate of Scott Community High School and graduated from Washburn University in 2008 with a Bachelor of Science in criminal justice. He is working on his master’s degree. He is also employed at AVIVA as Marketing Specialist.

The wedding is planned for April 25, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Larned.

Felke - Bowman

Joe and Elaine Felke of Great Bend announce the engagement of their daughter, Carey Anne Felke, to Jacob Allen Bowden, son of Allen and Sheri Bowden of Wellsville.

The bride-elect is a 2002 graduate of Great Bend High School. She graduated from Baker University in 2006 with a Bachelor of music education degree. She is employed as an elementary music teacher at Cedar Hills Elementary at Blue Valley District in Overland Park.

The prospective groom is a 2002 graduate of Wellsville High School. He is a co-proprietor of Bowden Fence and Construction.

The wedding is planned for June 20 at Pomona Lake in Overbrook.

Zorn - Potera

Jerry and Loretta Zorn, of Great Bend, announce the engagement of their daughter Jane Marie Zorn to Stanley John Potera Jr., son of the late Stanley and Leona Potera. The couple currently reside in Vista, Calif.

The bride-elect is a graduate of Great Bend High School and Kansas State University. She is co-owner and financial controller of Avalon Equipment Corpora-tion.

The prospective groom is a post-graduate of Redlands University and is employed by Northrop Grumman Shipbuilding as a mainten-ance planning manager for the United States Navy.

The wedding is planned for May at the St. Rose Church in Great Bend.

March 15, 2009

Loving - Clement

Marty and Karen Loving of Pawnee Rock announce the engagement of their daughter, Kristin, to Matthew Clement, son of LTC Timothy and Judy Clement of Manhattan. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Aletha Loving of Pawnee Rock and the late Jack Loving, and Bob and Dorothy Maneth of Great Bend. The prospective groom is the grandson of Kenneth and Gail Clement of Henderson, Tenn., and Gwen Hayes of Stugis, Ky., and the late Willard Hayes.

The bride-elect is a 2006 graduate of Larned High School and is currently a senior at Kansas State University. She will graduate in December with a Bachelor of Science degree in finance. She is employed at NanoScale Corporation in Manhattan.

The prospective groom is a 2004 graduate of Manhattan High School. He will graduate in May from Kansas State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in construction science and management. Matthew is employed by M.A. Mortenson Construc-tion.

The wedding is planned for June 6 at St. Thomas More Catholic Church in Manhat-tan.

Trarbach - Sanders

Tony and Peggy Trarbach announce the engagement of their daughter, Tayla Trarbach, to Trevor Sanders, son of John Sanders and Terry Sanders.

The bride-elect is a 2003 graduate of Ellinwood High School. She graduated from Barton Community College in 2005. She is employed by American State Bank in Great Bend in loan administration.

The prospective groom is a 2002 graduate of Great Bend High School. He is employed by Don’s Electric in Great Bend and Triple T. Electric in Ellinwood as an electrician.

The wedding is planned for April 25 at St. John Lutheran Church in Ellinwood.

Zorn - Potera

Jerry and Loretta Zorn, of Great Bend, announce the engagement of their daughter Jane Marie Zorn to Stanley John Potera Jr., son of the late Stanley and Leona Potera. The couple currently reside in Vista, Calif.

The bride-elect is a graduate of Great Bend High School and Kansas State University. She is co-owner and financial controller of Avalon Equipment Corpora-tion.

The prospective groom is a post-graduate of Redlands University and is employed by Northrop Grumman Shipbuilding as a mainten-ance planning manager for the United States Navy.

The wedding is planned for May at the St. Rose Church in Great Bend.

Watson - Hoffman

Don George and Nita Keenan and Randy and May Watson, all of St. John, announce the engagement of their daughter, Carlie Deann Watson, to Brandon Shane Hoffman, son of Joseph and Lorinda Hanes of Wamego and James and Rosie Hoffman of Salina.

The bride-elect is a 2003 graduate of St. John High School. She graduated from Fort Hays State University in 2007 with a Bachelor’s Degree in interior design. She is employed at Wal-Mart in Hays as a cake decorator.

The prospective groom is a 2004 graduate of Wamego High School. He is the manager of IHOP in Hays.

The wedding is planned for April 11 at Grace United Methodist Church in Macksville.

March 8, 2009

Simmons - Eagan

Tom and Debra Snyder and Joseph and Jean Simmons, all of Larned, announce the engagement of their daughter, Emily Anne Simmons, to Thad William Eagan, son of John and Pamela Eagan of Topeka.

The bride-elect has a Bachelor of Arts degree in communication studies from the University of Kansas and is employed at Allied National as an HR specialist.

The prospective-groom attended Fort Hays State University and is employed at Aerotek as a senior account manager.

The wedding is planned for April 18 in Shawnee.

Watson - Hoffman

Don George and Nita Keenan and Randy and May Watson, all of St. John, announce the engagement of their daughter, Carlie Deann Watson, to Brandon Shane Hoffman, son of Joseph and Lorinda Hanes of Wamego and James and Rosie Hoffman of Salina.

The bride-elect is a 2003 graduate of St. John High School. She graduated from Fort Hays State University in 2007 with a Bachelor’s Degree in interior design. She is employed at Wal-Mart in Hays as a cake decorator.

The prospective groom is a 2004 graduate of Wamego High School. He is the manager of IHOP in Hays.

The wedding is planned for April 11 at Grace United Methodist Church in Macksville.

Rowlison - Thompson

Mr. and Mrs. Don Rowlison announce the engagement of their daughter, Laura Louise, to Dustin Thompson, son of Mr. and Mrs. David Thompson of Great Bend.

The bride-elect is a graduate of St. John’s High School. She graduated from Brown Mackie College in Salina with a medical assistant degree. She is employed in Salina.

The prospective groom is a graduate of Great Bend High School. He graduated from Salina Area Tech with a diesel mechanic degree. He is employed in Salina.

The wedding is planned for May 2 at St. John’s Catholic Church in Beloit.

March 1, 2009

Wise - Vinduska

Andy and Joanie Wise of Ellinwood announce the engagement of their daughter, Keri Ann, to Joseph Robert Vinduska, son of John and Marlene Clayton of Ellinwood and Joe and Tish Vinduska of Lincolnville.

The bride-elect is a 2003 graduate of Ellinwood High School and a 2006 graduate of the University of Kansas. She is employed at People’s Banking Unusual in Lawrence as a lending assistant.

The prospective groom is a 2001 graduate of Ellinwood High School. He graduated from Baker University in 2005. He is employed by Amarr in Lawrence as a territory representative.

The wedding is planned for May 29 at the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Ellinwood.

Holste - Garrett

David and Susan Holste announce the engagement of their daughter, Dru Holste, to Logan Garrett, son of Rick and Karen Garrett.

The bride-elect is a 2004 graduate of Great Bend High School. She graduated from Fort Hays State University in 2008 with a Bachelor of Nursing degree. She is employed by the Great Bend Children’s Clinic as a registered nurse.

The prospective groom is a 2004 graduate of Great Bend High School. He graduated from Fort Hays State University in 2008 with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree. He is employed by Great Bend Tires in Great Bend.

The wedding is planned for May 30 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Great Bend.

February 22, 2009

Weber - McKenna

Roy and Susan Weber announce the engagement of their daughter, Tracey Weber, to Brett McKenna, son of Michael and Joan McKenna.

The bride-elect is a 2004 graduate of Claflin High School. She graduated from Kansas State University in 2008 with a Bachelor of Science degree in food science. She is employed as a secretary at the Claflin Elementary School.

The prospective groom is a 2004 graduate of Jennings High School. He graduated from Kansas State University in 2008 with a Bachelor of Science degree in agribusiness. He is a farmer near Claflin.

The wedding is planned for April 25 at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Claflin.

Schloemer - Tammen

Denton and Becky Schloemer, of Ulysses, announce the engagement of their daughter, Megan Hope Schloemer, to Cal Brandon Tammen, son of Ronald and Joleen Tammen of Pawnee Rock.

The bride-elect is a 2000 graduate of Ulysses High School. She graduated from Fort Hays State University in 2004 with a Bachelor of Science degree in medical diagnostic imaging. She is employed as an MRI technologist by North Kansas City Hospital in North Kansas City, Mo.

The prospective groom is a 1998 graduate of Otis-Bison High School. He graduated from Barton County College in 2000 and from Bethany College in 2003. He is employed as a project coordinator by Tradesmen International in Lenexa.

The wedding is planned for April 18 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Great Bend.

Robl - Garrison

Craig Myron Robl and Paula Rae Garrison announce their engagement. They have five children, Wayne Tajchman of Wichita, Shannon Tajchman and Chris Robl, both of Kansas City, Mo., Brenda Holden of Great Bend and Shawna Robl of Lawrence.

The bride-elect is in the medical billing profession and is employed by AlternaCare Home Health Equipment.

The prospective groom is in the farming industry and resides in Ellinwood.

The wedding is planned for Aug. 15.

February 15, 2009

Van Scyoc- Earnest

Lee Van Scyoc and Rochelle Van Scyoc announce the engagement of their daughter Ashley Van Scyoc to Karl Earnest, son of Fred and Gretta Earnest of Merriam.

The bride-elect is a 2001 graduate of Hoisington High School and a graduate of Kansas State University with a bachelor’s degree in elementary education. She is the director of education at Sylvan Learning Center in Topeka.

The prospective groom is a 1995 graduate of Shawnee Mission North and a graduate of Kansas State University with a bachelor’s degree in social science. He is a project manager for Hi-Tech Interiors in Lawrence. The wedding is planned for March 28 in Topeka.

Fradd - Rowe

Larry Fradd and Keith and Maribeth Benker announce the engagement of their daughter, Corry Lynn Fradd, to Ryan Rae Rowe, son of Bill and Brenda Rowe.

The bride-elect is a 2003 graduate of Great Bend High School. She graduated from Barton County Community College in 2005 with an associate’s degree.

The prospective groom attended Barton County Community College and Hutchinson Community College, where he was in the firefighting and EMT program. He is employed by Keith Benker Irrigation as a serviceman.

The wedding is planned for April 11 at the Highland Hotel in Great Bend.

Rowe - Feist

Greg and Janne Rowe of Wichita, announce the engagement of their daughter, Heather Nicole Rowe, to Evan James Feist, son of Greg and Sharon Feist of Great Bend.

The bride-elect is a 2003 graduate of Wichita Northwest High School. She graduated from Kansas State University in 2008. She is employed by Bombardier Learjet in Wichita as a financial analyst.

The prospective groom is a 2002 graduate of Claflin High School. He graduated from Kansas State University in 2007 and is attending the University of Phoenix. He is employed by The Golf Warehouse in Wichita in the receiving department.

The wedding is planned for June 6 at West Heights United Methodist Church in Wichita.

February 8, 2009

Suppes - Baalmann

Sherry Suppes of Augusta, Ga., and Patrick and Kathleen Suppes of Otis, announce the engagement of their daughter, Christine Suppes, to Mark Baalmann, son of Bill and Ruth Baalmann of La Crosse.

The bride-elect will graduate from Fort Hays State University in May with a degree in political science, with an emphasis in pre-law.

The prospective groom is a 2007 graduate of Wichita State University with a degree in criminal justice. He is employed by the La Crosse City Police Department as a police officer.

A wedding mass is planned for March 7 in Olmitz.

Kirmer - Dolechek

Gary and Patricia Kirmer of Claflin announce the engagement of their daughter, Rachel Kirmer, to Kevin Dolechek, son of Gordon and Denise Dolechek of Russell. Grandparents of the couple are Darlene Branham of Great Bend and John Roy Evans and Ben and Shirla Kirmer, all of Claflin.

The bride-elect is a 2004 graduate of Claflin High School. She graduated from Fort Hays State University in 2007 with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree, majoring in business communication. She will graduate in May 2009 from FHSU with a Master of Business Administration, with an emphasis in finance.

The prospective groom is a 2002 graduate of Otis-Bison High School. He graduated from FHSU in 2006 with a Bachelor of Business Administration, majoring in marketing. He is employed by FHSU as a printing specialist.

The wedding is planned for May 30 at St. Nicholas of Myra in Hays.

February 1, 2009

Chapman - Suppes

Mike Chapman and Lori Boyle announce the engagement of their daughter, Hilary Chapman, to Adam Suppes, son of Bernie and Laura Suppes.

The bride-elect is a 2005 graduate of Independence High School. She graduated from McPherson College in 2008 with a Bachelor of Science degree in business administration and a minor in philosophy and religion. She is employed as a bridal consultant at Kari Lynn’s Bridal in McPherson.

The prospective groom is a 2004 graduate of St. John High School. He graduated from McPherson College in 2008 with a Bachelor of Science degree in business administration, with an emphasis on finance and management. He is employed as a job estimator for Venture Corporation in Great Bend.

The wedding is planned for March 7 at St. Andrew’s Catholic Church in Independence.

January 25, 2009

Erickson - Harbord

Mr. and Mrs. Forrest Erickson, of Shawnee, announce the engagement of their daughter, Amanda Erin, to Bruce Matthew Harbord, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ed Harbord, of Olathe, and Leasa Harbord, of Peoria, Ariz. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Lorraine Erickson of Great Bend.

The bride-elect is a 2004 graduate of the University of Kansas with a Doctor of Pharmacy degree. She is employed by Prescription Solutions in Overland Park.

The prospective groom is a 2005 graduate of the University of Kansas with a Doctor of Pharmacy degree. He is also employed by Prescription Solutions in Overland Park.

The wedding is planned for February at Hope Lutheran Church in Shawnee.

January 18, 2009

Elsen - Wylie

Stanley and Janet Elsen of Timken announce the engagement of their daughter, Jennifer Elsen, to William Wylie, son of Carroll and Susan Wylie of Elkhart.

The bride-elect is a 2003 graduate of Otis-Bison High School. She attended Garden City Community College and Fort Hays State University. She is employed by Hays Medical Center as the coordinator of the Intensive Care Unit-Health Unit.

The prospective groom is a 2002 graduate of Elkhart High School. He graduated from Garden City Community College in 2005 and Fort Hays State University in 2007 with a degree in psychology. He is employed by Log Tech in Hays as a cased hole engineer.

The wedding is planned for Feb. 14 at St. Nicholas of Myra in Hays.

Danner - Willenberg

Leann Danner and Jack Willenberg announce their engagement. Parents of the couple are James Reaka of Junction City and Loren and Mary Ertl of Hope, Deloris Willenberg of rural Claflin and the late Wayne Willenberg.

The bride-elect is a nursing graduate of Hutchinson Community College. She is employed by the Hutchinson Clinic Oncology Department as a registered nurse.

The prospective groom is a 2005 criminal justice graduate of Community College of the Air Force and Barton Community College. He has been a Master Sergeant in the Kansas Air National Guard, McConnell Air Force Base, since 1991.

The wedding is planned for Feb. 21 at the Midland Hotel in Wilson.

January 11, 2009

Karst — Heiman

Joyce Karst-Duryea and Dennis Duryea of Topeka announce the engagement of their daughter, Sheila Ann Karst, to Adam Edward Heiman, son of Ronald and Joyce Heiman of Topeka. The bride-elect is the daughter of the late Stanley Karst, and the granddaughter of Esther Karst of Hoisington, the late Ralph Karst, Lillian Lang of Atwood and the late Clarence Lang. The prospective groom is the grandson of Edward and Elaine Frehe of Seneca and the late Leonard and Theresa Heiman.

The bride-elect is a graduate of Washburn University with a bachelor’s degree in business management.

The prospective groom is a graduate of Washburn University with a bachelor’s degree in finance and accounting.

The wedding is planned for April 18 in Topeka.

December 28, 2008

Dutton (Zimmerman) - Joiner

Mr. and Mrs. Joey Zimmerman announce the engagement of their daughter, Meredith Dutton (Zimmerman), to Justin Joiner, son of Mr. and Mrs. Don Joiner.

The bride-elect is a 1999 graduate of Great Bend High School. She graduated from Baker University in 2003 with a bachelor’s degree in nursing. She is pursuing her master’s degree in nursing at Wichita State University. She is employed by Central Kansas Medical Center in Great Bend as director of nursing.

The prospective groom is a 1996 graduate of Ellinwood High School. He is the owner of Joiner Construction in Ellinwood.

The wedding is planned for Jan. 3 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Great Bend.

December 21, 2008

Jerkovich - Butler

George and Joan Jerkovich of Salina announce the engagement of their daughter, Adria Jerkovich, to Matthew Butler, son of Keith and Brenda Butler of Parsons. The bride-elect is the daughter of the late Monica Jerkovich.

The bride-elect is a 2008 graduate of the University of Kansas with a bachelor’s degree in human biology. She will attend the University of Kansas School of Medicine in the fall of 2009.

The prospective groom is a 2005 graduate of the University of Kansas with a bachelor’s degree in human biology. He is in his third year at the University of Kansas School of Medicine.

The wedding is planned for June 27 at St. Mary’s Parish in Salina.

Smith - Schmidt

Mark and Dayna Smith announce the engagement of their daughter, Kami Smith, to Cody Schmidt, son of Ronald Schmidt and the late Dorothy Schmidt.

The bride-elect is a 2006 graduate of Great Bend High School. She is employed in loan administration at American State Bank and Trust Company in Great Bend.

The prospective groom is a 2005 graduate of Great Bend High School. He is employed in transportation at USD 428 in Great Bend.

The wedding is planned for Feb. 28 at the First United Methodist Church in Great Bend.

December 7, 2008

Wilson - Robl

Steve and Syndi Wilson of Rosalia announce the engagement of their daughter, Courtney Wilson, to Troy Robl, son of Terry and Shirley Robl of Ellsworth.

The bride-elect is a graduate of Kansas State University with a master’s degree in college student development. She is an academic counselor for Kansas State Football.

The prospective groom is a graduate of Kansas State University with a mechanical and nuclear engineering degree. He is employed by Caterpillar Corporation in Wamego, as a mechanical engineer.

The wedding is planned for Dec. 27 in Manhattan.

November 30, 2008

Streit - Krug

Gary and Janelle Streit of Tipton announce the engagement of their daughter, Aubrey Streit of Lindsborg, to Adam Krug of McPherson, son of Dr. John and Donna Krug of Great Bend.

The bride-elect is a 2002 graduate of Tipton Catholic High School and a 2006 graduate of Bethany College of Lindsborg with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and communications. She is employed by Bethany College as a director of communications.

The prospective groom is a 2001 graduate of Great Bend High School and a 2005 graduate of Bethany College with a Bachelor of Arts degree in chemistry and biology. He is employed at Buhler High School as a chemistry teacher.

The wedding is planned for Dec. 27 at Sacred Heart Cathedral in Salina.

Koester - Kenny

Ron and Betty Koester of Manhattan announce the engagement of their daughter, Lindsey Koester, to Roland Kenny, son of Michael Kenny of Omaha, Neb., and Mary Kenny of Urbandale, Iowa. Grandparents of the bride-elect are Jerry and Maggie Gerstenkorn of Great Bend and Helen Koester of Hoisington.

The bride-elect is a 2005 graduate of Creighton University with a Bachelor of Science degree in finance. She is employed by Union Pacific Railroad as a corporate audit supervisor.

The prospective groom is attending the University of Nebraska-Omaha, pursuing a degree in recreation management. He is employed by the university as a recreation supervisor.

The wedding is planned for Dec. 12 at St. John’s Church on Creighton University in Omaha.

Yarmer - Cory

Mr. and Mrs. Michael Yarmer of Albert, announce the engagement of their daughter, Danae DaLynn Yarmer, to Paul Rodney Cory Jr., son of Brenda Riedel of Olmitz and Paul Cory of Great Bend. Grandparents of the bride are Deanna Grant of Great Bend and the late Larry Grant and Milton Yarmer of Olmitz and the late Mary Agnus Yarmer. Grandparents of the groom are John and Imelda Riedel of Olmitz and Phil Cory of Little River and the late Jane Cory.

The bride-elect is a 2007 graduate of Otis-Bison High School. She is attending the Barton County College Nursing Program. She is employed at Sterling House Assisted Living as a certified nurse aid.

The prospective groom is a 2007 graduate of Otis-Bison High School. He is attending Barton County College, studying criminal justice. He is employed by Larned Correctional Mental Health Facility as a corrections officer.

The wedding is planned for Dec. 6 at the First United Methodist Church in Great Bend.

November 2, 2008

Fairbanks - Irvine

Stephanie Fairbanks and Brandon Irvine of Rogers, Ark., announce their engagement. Parents of the couple are Pam Mitchel of Fort Lauderdale, Fla., William Fairbanks of Lee’s Summit, Mo., and Robert and Brenda Johnson of Jackson, Tenn. Grandparents are Jackie and Bill Powell of Anthony, Patty Fairbanks of Great Bend and the late Robert Fairbanks.

Stephanie is the front office manager of the Hilton Embassy Suites in Rogers, Ark. Brandon is fleet manager at J.B. Hunt.

The wedding is planned for Nov. 8 at Chapel on the Creeks in Rogers, Ark.

Roach - Beaver

Bruce and Amy Hofeling of Great Bend and Bradley and Michelle Roach, of Bayfield, Colo., announce the engagement of their daughter, MacKenzie Jane Roach, to Matthew Keith Beaver, son of Brian and Debra Beaver of Hoisington.

The bride-elect is a 2004 graduate of Great Bend High School. She attended Barton County Community College and the University of Kansas. She is employed as a regional consultant for CPI Qualified Plan Consultants.

The prospective groom is a 2000 graduate of Hoisington High School. He attended Fort Hays State University. He is employed by Kansas Brick and Tile.

The wedding is planned for Nov. 8, at Community Christian Church in Great Bend.

Piper - Waller

Mr. and Mrs. Dave Jacobs of Great Bend announce the engagement of their daughter, Sarah Elizabeth Piper, to Jacob Wade Waller, son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Waller of Garden City. Sarah is also the daughter of the late Shawn Piper. Grandparents of the bride are Harold Piper of Great Bend and the late Shirley Piper, Sue Shoen of Great Bend and Joe Shoen of Virginia Beach, Va., Janice Ulrich of Hays and the late George Ulrich and Neal and Gloria Jacobs of Beaumont, Texas. Grandparents of the groom are Bill and Patricia Patton of Hoisington and the late Floyd and Lenora Waller.

The bride-elect is a 2003 graduate of Great Bend High School. She received her bachelor’s degree from Fort Hays State University in 2007. She is employed with the Dodge City Daily Globe.

The prospective groom is a 2003 graduate of Garden City High School and a 2008 graduate of Fort Hays State University. He is employed with the Meade School District.

The wedding is planned for Nov. 15 at the First Christian Church in Great Bend.

October 26, 2008

Rockhold - Ragan

Jeff and Kim Rockhold announce the engagement of their daughter, Megan Rockhold, to Cody Ragan, son of Ken and Staci Ragan.

The bride-elect is a graduate of Great Bend High School. She is employed by Woodhaven Nursing Home in Ellinwood as a Certified Nurse Aide.

The prospective groom is a graduate of Ellinwood High School. He is employed by Larned Correctional Mental Health Facility as a corrections officer.

The wedding is planned for Nov. 15 in Great Bend.

Duvall - Kelly

Jason and Stacy Duvall announce the engagement of their daughter, Courtney Michelle Duvall, to Justin Scott Kelly, son of Scott and Laura Brown.

The bride-elect graduated from high school in 2007. She is employed as a supervisor at Montana Mikes in Great Bend.

The prospective groom graduated from high school in 2002. He is employed by Superior Essex in Hoisington.

The wedding is planned for Nov. 15 in Great Bend.

October 12, 2008

Hindman - Valentino

Paul and Jolene Hindman of Claflin announce the engagement of their daughter, Abby Lynn Hindman, to Nick Lynn Valentino, son of Daniel and Wanda Valentino of Forney, Texas.

The bride-elect is a 2003 graduate of Great Bend High School. She is employed by Patriot Bank of Dallas, Texas, as a personal banker.

The prospective groom is a 1989 graduate of Mesquite High School in Mesquite, Texas. He is employed by Prostar Collision of Mesquite, as a collision repairman.

The wedding is planned for Nov. 1 at the Concordia Lutheran Church in Hoisington.

October 5, 2008

Klusener - Snyder

Jason and Jan Klusener of Nickerson, announce the engagement of their daughter, Mandy Klusener, to Ricky Snyder, son of Bob and Judy Snyder of South Hutchinson. Mandy is the granddaughter of Mel and Sharon Klusener of Great Bend and Ray and Glynes Ash of Hutchinson.

The bride-elect recently graduated from Wichita State University and is employed at First National Bank in Hutchinson.

The prospective groom has just completed his first year as a science teacher and coach at Haven High School.

The wedding is planned for the fall.

September 28, 2008

Grover — Murphy

Karl and Cathy Grover, of Great Bend, announce the engagement of their daughter, Carol Dawn Grover, to Mark Daniel Murphy, son of Dan and Arloa Murphy of WaKeeney.

The bride-elect graduated from Fort Hays State University in 2005 with a Bachelor of Science degree in zoology. She is pursuing a master’s degree in biology at Fort Hays State University.

The prospective groom graduated from Fort Hays State University in 2005 with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting degree. He is employed by Koch Industries in Wichita as an accountant/analyst.

The wedding is planned for May 23, 2009, in Great Bend.

Joiner — Parr

Mike and Ruth Joiner announce the engagement of their daughter, Samantha Lynne Joiner, to Aaron Christopher Parr, son of Kevin and Jamie Miller and Gary and Cindy Parr.

The bride-elect is a 2007 graduate of Great Bend High School and attended Barton County College in 2007 and 2008. She is employed by the Dominican Sisters in Great Bend as a Certified Nurse Aide.

The prospective groom is a 2005 graduate of Great Bend High School and attended Barton County College in 2006. He is employed by Parr Sound and Lighting in Great Bend as a production assistant.

The wedding is planned for Dec. 20 at Extreme Hope Christian Fellowship in Great Bend.

Mesa — Sundahl

Dennis and Lanette Mesa of Garden City, announce the engagement of their daughter, Andrea Jo Mesa, to Kristian N. Sundahl, son of Kevin and Nancy Sundahl of Great Bend.

The bride-elect is a 2000 graduate of Garden City High School and a graduate of Hutchinson Community College. She is attending Wichita State University. She is employed by Promise Hospital in Hutchinson as a labor and delivery nurse (LDRP).

The prospective groom is a 1997 graduate of Great Bend High School and a 2001 graduate of Kansas State University. He is employed by the Hutchinson Police Department as a police officer and school resource officer.

The wedding is planned for Nov. 8 at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Hutchinson.

Herres — Linsner

Dr. Blake Herres of Hoisington, announces the engagement of his daughter, Sarah Jill Herres, to Kevin Ray Linsner, son of Kirby and Linda Linsner of Hoisington. The bride-elect is the daughter of the late Julie Herres. Grandparents of the bride-elect are Ed and Jill Herres of Hoisington and Shirley Stone of Manhattan, and the late Dr. Rex Stone. Grandparents of the prospective groom are the late Ervin and Edna Linsner and the late W.C. and Edith Ogle.

The bride-elect is a 1995 graduate of Hoisington High School and received bachelor’s and master’s degrees in psychology from Kansas State University. She is completing her doctoral degree at KSU in industrial/organizational psychology.

The prospective groom is a 1991 graduate of Hoisington High School and received a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Ottawa University. He is employed by Financial Institution Technologies in Topeka as a senior implementation and training specialist.

The wedding is planned for Oct. 11 at Concordia Lutheran Church in Hoisington.

Boldra — Anderson

Carl and Sue Boldra, of Hays, announce the engagement of their daughter, Chelsea Boldra, to Jesse Anderson, son of Terry and Sheri Anderson of Great Bend. Grandparents of the couple are Murna Boldra of Hays and the late Carl Boldra, Betty Holloway of Roxbury and the late Herman Holloway, Evangaline Anderson of Great Bend and the late Everett Anderson, and Gladys Rogers of St. John and the late G.E. Rogers.

The bride-elect is a 2001 graduate of Hays High School, a 2005 graduate of the Illinois Institute of Technology and a 2008 graduate of Pepperdine University School of Law.

The prospective groom is a 2001 graduate of Great Bend High School and a 2005 graduate of Kansas State University with a bachelor’s degree in geography.

The wedding is planned for April 18, 2009, at the First United Methodist Church in Hays.

September 21, 2008

Aufenkamp — Ryan

Arlin and Diane Aufenkamp, of Brownville, Neb., announce the engagement of their daughter, Amber Diane Aufenkamp, to Christopher Lee Ryan, son of Dan and Chris Ryan of Burdett. Grandparents of the bride-elect are Don and Lois Mertes and the late Dona Mertes and Dell and Burtis Aufenkamp. Grandparents of the prospective groom are the late AJ and Alice Irsik and Virginia Ryan and the late Raymond Ryan.

The bride-elect is a 2006 graduate of Auburn High School in Auburn, Neb. She is pursing a business administration degree in human performance and systems management at Peru State College where she will graduate in May 2010. She is employed by the Auburn Bowling Center in Auburn, as an assistant manager and will be employed in the Aurora area after the wedding.

The prospective groom is a 2004 graduate of Pawnee Heights High School in Rozel. He graduated from Highland County Community College in 2007 with an Associate of Applied Science and agricultural business degree. He is employed by Grosshans International as a Trimble GPS sales and technician in Aurora, Neb.

The wedding is planned for Oct. 4 in Auburn.

Schenk — Hansford

Rick and Ann Schenk of Great Bend announce the engagement of their daughter, Allyce Schenk to Michael Hansford, son of Mike and Judy Hansford of Topeka.

The bride-elect is a graduate of Great Bend High School and Hutchinson Community College, where she earned an Associate of Arts degree. She is attending the University of Kansas School of Pharmacy and will graduate in May 2009 with a Doctor of Pharmacy degree.

The prospective groom is a graduate of Seaman High School in Topeka and Highland Community College, where he earned an Associate of Science degree. He graduated from the University of Kansas School of Pharmacy in May 2008 with a Doctor of Pharmacy degree. He is employed by the University of Kansas Medical Center.

The wedding is planned for Oct. 4, at Saint Lawrence Catholic Church in Lawrence.

Rosenberg — Todd

Mark and Debra Rosenberg of Great Bend announce the engagement of their daughter, Amber Nicole Rosenberg, to Jason Lee Todd of Kettering, Ohio, son of Lonnie and Sue Todd of Washington Township, Ohio. Grandparents of the bride-elect are Lillian Rosenberg and Theresa Hall, both of Great Bend, the late Verlyn Rosenberg and Marlin Disque of Hoisington. Grandparents of the prospective groom are Iris Williams of Kettering, Ohio, and the late Harold Williams and Boyd Todd of Trotwood, Ohio, and the late Marie Todd.

The bride-elect is a 2001 graduate of Great Bend High School. She graduated from Cottey College in 2003 with an Associate of Science degree and in 2005 from Mount Holyoke College with a Bachelor of Arts degree in biochemistry. She is attending Wright State University in Dayton, Ohio, in the biomedical sciences Ph.D. program.

The prospective groom is a 1997 graduate of Troy High School in Troy, Ohio. He is a 2001 graduate of Wright State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in computer science and in 2007 with a Master of Science degree in computer science. He is employed by Curtiss Wright Controls Embedded Computing as a software engineer in Dayton.

The wedding is planned for Oct. 12 at Cox Arboretum in Dayton.

Wondra — Wagner

Gerald and Kay Wondra of Great Bend, announce the engagement of their daughter, Julie Elizabeth Wondra of Alpine, Texas, to Jason Allen Wagner of Alpine, Texas, son of Myron and Linda Wagner of Otis.

The bride-elect is a 2002 graduate of Great Bend High School and a 2004 graduate of Dodge City Community College with an Associate of Arts degree. She is attending Sul Ross St. University pursuing an Associates of Applied Science degree in veterinary technology and a bachelor’s degree in animal health management. She will graduate in May 2009.

The prospective groom is a 2001 graduate of Otis-Bison High School and a2005 graduate of Fort Hays State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in biology with an emphasis in wildlife and fisheries. He is employed by Texas Parks and Wildlife in Alpine, as a wildlife technician at Elephant Mountain Wildlife Management Association.

The wedding is planned for Sept. 27 in at St. Rose Catholic Church in Great Bend.

September 7, 2008

Powell - Strecker

Mark Powell of Lenexa and Susan Powell of Overland Park announce the engagement of their daughter, Laura Nanette Powell, to Nicklaus Arthur Strecker, son of Monty and Catherine Strecker of Ellinwood.

The bride-elect is a 2004 graduate of Shawnee Mission West High School. She is a student at the University of Kansas, working on her bachelor’s degree in political science, with a minor in history.

The prospective groom is a 2003 graduate of Ellinwood High School. He is a graduate of the University of Kansas. He is employed by Cornerstone Healthcare in Ellinwood as a public relations specialist.

The wedding is planned for Sept. 19 at Corpus Christi Catholic Church in Lawrence.

Cox-Bailey

Richard and Kristie Cox of Hays announce the engagement of their daughter, Lindsey Marie Cox, to Mitchell John Bailey, son of David and Kay (Kaiser) Bailey, of Ellsworth. Grandparents are Max and Roberta Brewer of Hays, Richard and Elsie Cox of Colby, and Keith Bailey of Ellsworth and the late Janice (Novak) Bailey, and the late John and Loretta (Achatz) Kaiser.

The bride-elect is a graduate of Colby High School and the University of Kansas with a Bachelor of Science degree in business administration and master’s degree in health care administration. She is a vice president at Highland Park Hospital in Highland Park, Ill.

The prospective bridegroom is a graduate of Ellsworth High School and Ottawa University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in both management information services and business communication. He is an interface analyst at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago, Ill.

The wedding is planned for Nov. 1 in Leawood.

Funk - Martin

Dennis Funk of Galatia and Cindy and Clif Strickland of Hoisington announce the engagement of their daughter, Trisha Funk, to Jason Martin, son of Rick and Cindy Kleck of Troy, Mo., and Cindy and Joe Farris of Great Bend.

The bride-elect is a 2001 graduate of Barton County Community College with a dual degree in liberal arts and applied science. She is employed by Clara Barton Medical Center as an licensed practical nurse.

The prospective groom attended and played football at Garden City Community College in 1993 and 1994 and at Washburn University in 1995, 1996 and 1997. He is employed by CDL Electric as a railroad signal maintainer and by Ace Bail Bonding as a bondsman.

The wedding is planned for Oct. 4 at United Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Milberger.

Baldwin - Ebert

Jessica Baldwin and Shaun Ebert, both of Sycamore, Ill., announce their engagement. The bride-elect is the daughter of Margaret and Galen Baldwin of Ellinwood and the granddaughter of Louise Gunn of Great Bend. The prospective groom is the son of Louis and JoAnn Ebert of Rochelle, Ill.

The bride-elect graduated from Great Bend High School in 1994 and earned a bachelor’s degree in communications from Emporia State University and a master’s degree in communications from Northern Illinois University. She is employed as an instructor and adviser at Northern Illinois University in DeKalb, Ill.

The prospective groom graduated from Malta High School in Malta, Ill., in 1988. He served in the U. S. Army and earned bachelor’s degrees in accounting and finance from Northern Illinois University. He is employed as the controller for Diamond Tour Golf in DeKalb, Ill.

The wedding is planned for Oct. 4 at the First United Congregational Church of Christ in DeKalb, Ill.

Levingston - Shields

Joe and Debbie Levingston announce the engagement of their daughter Megan Levingston to Brandon Shields, son of Billy and Linda Shields.

The bride-elect is a 2001 graduate of Great Bend High School. She graduated from Missouri State University in 2008 with a bachelor’s degree in recreation and leisure. She is employed by Lakeland Regional Hospital in Springfield, Mo.

The prospective groom is a graduate of Full Sail College in Winter Park, Fla. with two associate’s degrees in computer science. He is a certified arborist for A & A Tree Service in Springfield.

The wedding is planned for Sept. 27 at Camp Aldrich.

August 31, 2008

Winkelman - Moore

Mr. and Mrs. Tim Winkelman of Great Bend announce the engagement of their daughter, Alison Winkelman, to Preston Moore, son of Mr. and Mrs. Daryl Moore of Belleville. Grandparents of the couple are Mr. and Mrs. Maurice Winkelman of Ellinwood, Mrs. Dorothy Reif of Hoisington and the late Albert Reif, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Edwards of Olsberg, and the late Mr. and Mrs. Robert Moore .

The bride-elect is a 2002 graduate of Great Bend High School. She received her Doctorate of Pharmacy from the University of Kansas in 2008. She is employed by Wal-Mart Pharmacy in Great Bend as a pharmacist.

The prospective groom is a 2003 graduate of Belleville High School. He will graduate in May 2009 from the University of Kansas with a Doctorate of Pharmacy. He is finishing externships to graduate in May 2009.

The wedding is planned for Oct. 18 at St. Patrick Church in Great Bend.

Curtis - Coffman

Florence Curtis of Wichita, formerly of Great Bend, announces the engagement of her daughter, Andrea Curtis, to Nathan Coffman, son of Dann and Donna Coffman of Lawrence.

The bride-elect is a 1999 graduate of Great Bend High School. She graduated from Washburn University in 2007 with a physical therapist assistant degree and in 2008 with a vascular ultrasound technologist degree. She is employed at Brewster Place in Topeka as a physical therapist assistant.

The prospective groom is a 1997 graduate of Lawrence High School. He is employed by Lawrence Douglas County Fire and Medical as a firefighter/paramedic.

The wedding is planned for Oct. 27 at Playa del Carmen, Mexico.

Rondeau - Nelson

David and Vickie Rondeau of Olathe announce the engagement of their daughter, Dr. Abbie Rondeau, to Craig Nelson, son of Mark and Clarice Nelson of Garden City. Abbie is the granddaughter of Frances Fox of Great Bend.

The bride-elect attended Kansas State University and the Illinois College of Optometry.

The prospective groom is a graduate of the College of Architecture, Planning and Design at Kansas State University.

The wedding is planned for Sept. 20, at Old Mission United Methodist Church in Kansas City.

August 24, 2008

Brown - Eddy

Ted and Susan Brown of Great Bend announce the engagement of their daughter, Andrea Lynn Brown, to Jerry Dean Eddy, son of Rod and Ho Eddy of Salina.

The bride-elect is a 2002 graduate of Salina South High School. She is employed as a sales associate for Carter’s and Eddie Bauer in Aurora, Ohio.

The prospective groom is a 1997 graduate of Salina South High School. He attended Kansas State University. He is employed as a senior technical support specialist for Windstream Communications in Twinsburg, Ohio.

The wedding is planned for Oct. 4 at the First Christian Church in Great Bend.

Schridde - Elliott

Calvin and Jolene Schridde announce the engagement of their daughter, Jennifer Schridde, to Matthew Elliott, son of Tim Elliott and Pam Smith.

The bride-elect is a graduate of Great Bend High School.

The prospective groom is a graduate of Abilene High School.

The wedding is planned for Sept. 13 at Camp Aldrich.

Martin - Keil

Bill and Joan Martin of Meeker, Okla., announce the engagement of their daughter, Mandy Martin, to Jeremy Keil, son of Donita Keil and the late LeRoy Keil.

The bride-elect is a graduate of Meeker High School and the University of Central Oklahoma with a Bachelor of Science degree in nursing. She is employed by Integris Baptist Hospital in Oklahoma City, Okla.

The prospective groom is a graduate of Great Bend High School and Barton Community College. He is employed by Kansas Doors as a salesman.

The wedding is planned for Oct. 18 at Meeker Assembly of God Church in Meeker, Okla. A reception will be held on Nov. 2 at the First Assembly of God Church in Great Bend.

Connell - Duncan

Mike and Belinda Connell of Claflin announce the engagement of their daughter, Becca Connell, to David Duncan, son of Dennis and Idona Duncan of Stockton.

The bride-elect is a 2003 graduate of Claflin High School and a 2006 graduate of Kansas City Kansas Community College. She is employed as a mortician with Penwell-Gabel Funeral Homes in Topeka.

The prospective groom is a 1997 graduate of Stockton High School and a 1999 graduate of Northwest Kansas Technical College. He is employed as an electrical foreman by Lynn Electric in Lawrence.

The wedding is planned for Sep. 27 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Claflin.

Messick - Jackson

Mr. and Mrs. Clarence and Lori Messick of St. John announce the engagement of their daughter Maggie Messick to Greg Jackson, son of Mr. and Mrs. Alan and RoxAnna Jackson of Halstead. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bud and Ann Messick of Kingman, Ms. Deanna Warren of Great Bend, and Mr. and Mrs. Willie and Mona Warren of Ellinwood. The prospective groom is the grandson of Kathleen Jackson and the late Dan Jackson and the late Thomas and Jeanie Stoughton.

The bride-elect is a graduate of St. John High School, Sterling College, and Wichita State University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in biology and medical technology. She is employed by Newton Medical Center as a Medical Technologist.

The prospective groom is a graduate of Halstead High School, Butler County Community College and Wichita State University, where he earned an associate’s degree and a Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering. He is employed by Cessna Aircraft Company as a design engineer.

The wedding is planned for Sept.27 at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Halstead.

August 17, 2008

Schneider - Hammeke

Mike and Kathy Schneider of WaKeeney, announce the engagement of their daughter, Rebbecca Sue, to Aaron David, son of Colin and Lori Hammeke of Great Bend. Grandparents of the couple are Viola Schneider, of WaKeeney, and the late Ben Schneider; Harvey and Maxine Wright, and Viola Castens, all of Atwood; and the late Donnie Castens; Richard and Joan Pope and William Robinson of Great Bend; and the late Norman and Joleen Hammeke.

The bride-elect is a 2004 graduate of Trego Community High School. She is attending Fort Hays State University, majoring in elementary education. She is employed at Carrico Implement.

The prospective groom is a 2004 graduate of Great Bend High School. He is attending Fort Hays State University, majoring in criminal justice. He is employed at St. Francis Community Services.

The wedding is planned for Oct. 4, at the WaKeeney Church of God in WaKeeney.

Bauman - Weerts

Carl and Julie Bauman announce the engagement of their daughter, Amanda Bauman, to Brandon Weerts, son of Randy Weerts and Jon and Juanita Richstatter.

The bride-elect is a 1999 graduate of Great Bend High School. She graduated from Sydney’s Hairdressing College in 2003. She is employed at Emily’s A Salon in Wichita as a stylist.

The prospective groom attended Peabody-Burns High School through 1997 and graduated from Council Grove High School in 1998. He is employed by Abengoa BioEnergy in Colwich as a supervisor.

The wedding is planned for Sept. 12 at Eberly Farms in Wichita.

Hendrickson - Habiger

Jay Hendrickson and Leigh Ann Hendrickson, both of WaKeeney, announce the engagement of their daughter, Lindsey Kay Hendrickson, to Ryan Joseph Habiger, son of Norman and Myra Habiger of Bushton. Grandparents of the bride-elect are Howard and Florence Kerr of Ness City and the late Earl and Fern Hendrickson. Grandparents of the prospective groom are Anna Lee Habiger of Bushton and the late Jerome Habiger, and the late James and Virginia Foster.

The bride-elect is a 2001 graduate of Trego Community High School. She graduated from Kansas State University in 2006 with a Bachelor of Science degree in social work and a Bachelor of Science degree in family studies and human services. She is employed as a social services director at Good Samaritan Society in Lyons.

The prospective groom is a 2000 graduate of Quivira Heights High School. He graduated from Kansas State University in 2005 with a Bachelor of Science degree in animal science and industry. He farms with his family near Bushton and operates a custom silage hauling business.

The wedding is planned for Nov. 8 at Christ the King Catholic Church in WaKeeney.

August 10, 2008

Brinson - Dean

Elaine J. Brinson, of Kansas City, and Dr. Gregory A. Dean, of Bethany, Mo., announce their engagement. Ms. Brinson is the daughter of the late Lendon and Elva Brinson, lifelong residents of rural Claflin and Hoisington. Dr. Dean is the son of Donald and Gypsy Dean, residents of Diamond, Mo., formerly of Buhler.

The bride-elect is a graduate of Claflin High School and earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in music education from Mid America Nazarene College (now University) in Olathe. She is employed as an office manager at the University of Kansas School of Nursing in Kansas City.

The prospective groom graduated from Buhler High School, earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in religion from Mid America Nazarene College (now University), attended Nazarene Theological Seminary in Kansas City, Mo., and earned his medical degree from the University of Kansas School of Medicine in Kansas City. He now practices medicine in Bethany, Mo.

The wedding is planned for Oct. 4 at the Overland Park Church of the Nazarene in Overland Park.

Brummer - Johnson

Wayne Brummer announces the engagement of his daughter, Sheri L. Brummer, to Michael S. Johnson, son of Roland and Rita Nagel. The bride-elect is the daughter of the late Beverly Brummer.

The bride-elect is a 1999 graduate of Great Bend High School. She graduated from Barton County Community College in 2001 with an associate’s degree in nursing. She is employed by Sterling House in Great Bend as a health care coordinator.

The prospective groom is a 1995 graduate of Great Bend High School. He is employed by Exterior Designs of Ellinwood in construction.

The wedding is planned for April 4, 2009, at Dozier Vineyard and Winery in Ellinwood.

August 3, 2008

Swartz - Kiewel

Edward and Louise Swartz of Alexander announce the engagement of their daughter, Staci Eilene Swartz, to Daniel James Kiewel, son of James and Karin Kiewel of Englewood, Colo.

The bride-elect is a 2007 graduate of Western Plains High School in Ransom. She is a student at Barton County Community College majoring in art and is employed at Braums in Great Bend.

The prospective groom is a 1998 graduate of Rangeview High School in Aurora, Colo., and a 2002 graduate of Colorado State University in Fort Collins, Colo. He is currently employed by the Great Bend Tribune as a paginator.

The wedding is planned for the fall of 2009.

Parks - Benke

Sara Parks and Dustin Benke, both of Lee’s Summit, Mo., announce their engagement and upcoming wedding. The bride-elect is the daughter of David and Diane Parks of Galva. The prospective groom is the son of Pam Martin of Barnett, Mo.

The bride-elect graduated from McPherson High School and received a bachelor’s degree from MidAmerica Nazarene University and a master’s degree from Emporia State University. She is employed as a library media specialist in the Lee’s Summit R-7 School District.

The prospective groom is a graduate of Eldon High School in Eldon, Mo. He is employed by State Line Nissan in Kansas City, Mo., as the new vehicle sales manager.

The wedding is planned for Oct. 4 at Central Nazarene Church in Lenexa.

Davidson - Hayes

Terry Davidson of Wilson and Catherine and Matt Soeken of Claflin announce the engagement of their daughter, Christina Davidson, to Richard Hayes, son of Patricia Hayes of Larned and the late Richard Hayes.

The bride-elect is a 2000 graduate of Claflin High School. She graduated from Fort Hays State University in 2004 with a bachelor’s degree in public relations and in 2006 with a master’s degree in communication studies. She is employed by North West Kansas Regional Prevention Center in Great Bend as the Barton County Health in Pregnancy community coordinator.

The prospective groom is a 2000 graduate of Wakita High School. He graduated from Northern Oklahoma College at Tonkawa in 2002 with an associate’s degree in social science and pre-medicine and in 2006 from Fort Hays State University with a bachelor’s degree in biology. He is employed by Plains Environmental Services in Salina as a biological specialist.

The wedding is planned for Oct. 18 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Ellinwood.

Fehrenbach - Rusco

Eldon and Sue Fehrenbach of Ness City announce the engagement of their daughter, Wendy Jo Fehrenbach, to Jeremy Joel Rusco, son of Clark and Donna Rusco of Great Bend.

The bride-elect is a graduate of Ness City High School, Hutchinson Community College and Northeastern State University in Tahlequah, Okla. She has a degree in chemistry.

The prospective groom is a graduate of Great Bend High School and Emporia State University. He has a degree in business administration and owns and operates Dynamic Discs.

The wedding is planned for Aug. 30 at St. Patrick Church in Great Bend.

July 27, 2008

Carney - Henning

Jim and Karen Carney of Hoisington announce the engagement of their daughter, Pamela Carney, to Anthony Henning, son of Kathy Snodgrass of Ransom and the late Joe Henning.

The bride-elect is a 2001 graduate of Hoisington High School. She graduated from Kansas Wesleyan University in 2006 with a Bachelor of Science degree in computer information systems. She is a computer programmer at Fort Hays State University.

The prospective groom is a 1997 graduate of Ransom High School. He graduated from Fort Hays State in 2001 with a Bachelor of Science degree in technology. He is a design engineer at KMW.

The wedding is planned for Sept. 27 at the First United Methodist Church in Hoisington.

Kroeger - Andrews

Steve and Marilyn Kroeger announce the engagement of their daughter, Tracey Kroeger, to Nathan Andrews, son of Kerry Andrews and Carla Maneth.

The bride-elect is a 2003 graduate of Ellis High School. She will graduate in May 2009 from Fort Hays State University. She is employed by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ellis County as a match support specialist.

The prospective groom is a 2003 graduate of Great Bend High School and a 2008 graduate of Fort Hays State University. He is employed by Shelter Insurance as a property adjuster.

The wedding is planned for Sept. 13 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Ellis.

Sporn - Showalter

Rusty and Darla Sporn of Great Bend and the late Karen Peak announce the engagement of their daughter, Ashley Reneé Sporn, to Justin Mark Showalter, son of Mark and Alicia Showalter of Lyons, and the late Lou Ann Showalter.

The bride-elect is a 2003 graduate of Great Bend High School. She attended Hutchinson Community College. She is employed by Alltel in Manhattan as a customer service representative.

The prospective groom is a 2003 graduate of Lyons High School. He graduated from Hutchinson Community College in 2006 with an associate’s degree in fire science and is currently working on his bachelor’s degree in political science at Kansas State University. He is a lance corporal with the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve.

The wedding is planned for Oct. 4 at Celebration Centre Garden in Lyons.

July 20, 2008

Burgess - Taylor

Bill and Donna Burgess of Mankato announce the engagement of their daughter, Andrea Lee, to Chad Michael Taylor, son of Rhonda Appel Juel and Mike Taylor, both of Greensburg. Grandparents of the prospective groom are Cleatus and Evelyn Appel of Great Bend, Glenna Taylor of Great Bend and Gary Taylor of Greensburg.

The bride-elect is a graduate of White Rock High School and Dodge City Community College with a degree in criminal justice. She currently works for the postal service in Greensburg.

The prospective groom is a 1995 graduate of Greensburg High School. He is self-employed with Taylor Land and Cattle and Trucking Co.

The wedding is planned for Aug. 9 at St. Theresa Catholic Church in Mankato.

Reichuber - Reifschneider

Ralph and Brenda Reichuber of Great Bend announce the engagement of their daughter Ashley Kay Reichuber to Michael John Reifschneider, son of Bruce and Bernie Reifschneider of La Crosse. Grandparents of the bride are Al and Leona Reichuber and the late Murl and Hilda Liles. Grandparents of the groom are Leroy and Marie Reifschneider and Ambrose and the late Freda Weber.

The bride-elect is a 2005 graduate of Great Bend High School and a 2008 graduate of Barton County Community College with an associate’s degree in nursing. She is employed by Central Kansas Medical Center in Great Bend as a registered nurse.

The prospective groom is a 2003 graduate of La Crosse High School and 2005 graduate of Hutchinson Community College with an associate’s degree in fire science. He is employed by the city of Great Bend as a firefighter/paramedic.

The wedding is planned for Aug. 16 at Prince of Peace Catholic Church in Great Bend.

Benham - Forbes-Gray

Warren and Denise Deckert of Pawnee Rock announce the engagement of their daughter, Amber Lynn Benham, to Caitlin Sage Forbes-Gray, daughter of Gary Gray and Patricia Forbes of Arlington, Va.

Amber is a 1999 graduate of Great Bend High School. She graduated from the University of Kansas in 2003 with a degree in psychology and Spanish and graduated in 2005 from Brooklyn College with a master’s degree in secondary Spanish. She will attend the CUNY Journalism School in the fall and is scheduled to finish her master’s degree in December 2009.

Caitlin is a 1999 graduate of Yorktown High School in Arlington. She graduated from Oberlin College in 2003 with a bachelor’s degree in applied mathematics and graduated in 2005 from Brooklyn College with a master’s degree in secondary math education. She is employed by Charles O. Dewey Middle School in Brooklyn, N.Y., as a seventh grade math teacher.

The wedding is planned for Aug. 2 in Palenville, N.Y.

Brough - Linden

George and Centhia Hutchens of Bushton, and Bob and Brenda Jackson of Geneseo, announce the engagement of their daughter, Angie Marie Brough, of Great Bend, to Derek Joseph Linden, son of Bill and Kay Linden of Ellinwood.

The bride-elect is a graduate of Quivira Heights High School and is attending Barton County Community College, pursuing a business degree. She is employed by CPI Qualified Plan Consultants, Inc. in Great Bend.

The prospective groom is a graduate of Ellinwood High School and Pratt Community College with an associate’s degree in applied science. He is employed by Straub International, Inc. in Great Bend.

The wedding is planned for Sept. 6, at St. John Lutheran Church in Ellinwood.

Petersen - Manwarren

Clark and Valerie Petersen of Manhattan announce the engagement of their daughter, Chelsea Petersen, to Tyler Manwarren, son of Tom and Donna Manwarren of Great Bend.

The bride-elect is a 2004 graduate of Manhattan High School. She graduated from Fort Hays State University in 2008 with a degree in general studies.

The prospective groom is a 2003 graduate of Great Bend High School. He graduated from Fort Hays State University in 2008 with a degree in health and human performance and secondary education. He is employed a a physical education teacher at Morris Hills Elementary in Geary County and as a football coach at Junction City High School.

The wedding is planned for Aug. 2 at the Kansas State Alumni Center in Manhattan.

July 13, 2008

Smith - Pierce

David and Diana Dickey and Helen Dickey announce the engagement of their daughter, Karla J. Smith, to Joey Pierce, son of Steve Pierce and Carla and Bob Barnes.

The bride-elect is a 1993 graduate of Nickerson High School and a 2003 graduate of Wichita State University. She is employed by the city of Hutchinson as an operator.

The prospective groom attended Great Bend High School. He is employed by Jacam Chemicals in Great Bend as a truck treater.

The wedding is planned for Aug. 9 in Hutchinson.

Howard - Demel

Kirk and Jill Zecha of Great Bend announce the engagement of their daughter, Amber Rachelle Howard, to Phillip Lloyd Demel, son of Donald Demel of Great Bend and Penny Demel of Bolivar, Mo.

The bride-elect is a 2007 graduate of Great Bend High School. She is attending Fort Hays State University, pursuing a degree in psychology.

The prospective groom is a 2003 graduate of Great Bend High School. He is employed by Moeder Oil in Great Bend.

An outdoor wedding is planned for July 19 in Great Bend.

Ricke - Rector

Kirby and Mary Ricke of Hoisington announce the engagement of their daughter, Andrea Ricke, to William “Alan” Rector, son of Dick and Deborah Rector of Lawrence.

The bride-elect is a 2000 graduate of Hoisington High School. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in sport science from the University of Kansas in 2004 and her doctorate degree in physical therapy from the University of Kansas Medical Center in 2007. She is employed by Stormont-Vail Health Care in Topeka as a physical therapist.

The prospective groom is a 1998 graduate of Lawrence High School. He is self-employed as a handyman.

The wedding is planned for Nov. 8.

Brennan - Weber

Kevin and Mary Brennan of Topeka announce the engagement of their daughter, Katherine Elizabeth, to Monty John Weber, of Wilson, son of Christita Weber of Shawnee and Kenneth Weber of Bunker Hill.

The bride-elect is a graduate of Hayden High School and Saint Mary College with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and communications. She is employed by CPI Qualified Plan Consultants, Inc. in Great Bend.

The prospective groom is a graduate of Wilson High School and the University of Kansas with a Bachelor of Science degree in biology. He is employed by Zack’s Pipe Testing in Odin.

The wedding is planned for Nov. 22 at Holy Name Church in Topeka.

Compton - Koester

Kevin Compton and Nancy Daeschner of Hiawatha announce the engagement of their daughter, Katie Compton, to Nathan Koester, son of Ron and Betty Koester of Manhattan. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Rosemary Dodge of Denton and the late Ernest Dodge and Byron Compton of Hiawatha and the late Virginia Compton. The prospective groom is the grandson of Jerry and Maggie Gerstenkorn of Great Bend and Helen Koester of Hoisington and the late Bill Koester.

The bride-elect is a 2003 graduate of Hiawatha High School. She graduated from Kansas State University in 2007 with a degree in business marketing. She is a trade show coordinator for Cerner Corporation of Kansas City, Mo.

The prospective groom is a 2003 graduate of Manhattan High School. He graduated from Kansas State University in 2007 with a degree in electrical engineering. He is employed by Burns and McDonnell Engineering of Kansas City as an electrical engineer.

The wedding is planned for Aug. 16 at St. Ann Catholic Church in Hiawatha.

Demel - Lutz

Roy and Gracie Demel of Claflin announce the engagement of their daughter, Heather Demel, to Brian Lutz, son of Donna Lutz of Cranberry Township, Pa. Grandparents of the bride are Steve and Dolores Demel and Richard and Ann Tennant, all of Claflin. Grandparents of the groom are the late Robert and Mary Rechter of Pittsburgh, Pa.

The bride-elect is a graduate of Claflin High School. She received a bachelor’s degree in kinesiology with a minor in business and leadership studies from Kansas State University. She earned a master’s degree in college student personnel with an emphasis in intercollegiate athletics from Kansas State University. She is employed by the University of Toledo Athletic Department as the athletic marketing director

The prospective groom is a graduate of Seneca Valley High School in Harmony, Pa. He received a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from Duquesne University. He earned his master’s degree in sports administration from West Virginia University. He is employed by the University of Toledo Athletic Department as the assistant athletic director for compliance.

The wedding is planned for July 18 at St. Isidore’s Catholic Student Center in Manhattan.

July 6, 2008

Phillips - Clarke

Bob and Betty Phillips of Holton announce the engagement of their daughter, Erin Michelle Phillips, to Matthew Lee Clarke, son of Monte and Joan Clarke of Great Bend. Grandparents of the bride-elect are Kathryn Phillips of Great Bend and the late Harold Phillips and the late Virginia and Charles Hoffman. Grandparents of the prospective-groom are Alene Clarke of Great Bend and the late Darrell Clarke and the late Joe and Margaret Lewis.

The bride-elect is a 2008 graduate of Kansas State University with a degree in landscape design. She is employed at Topeka Landscape, Inc.

The prospective-groom will graduate from Kansas State University in the spring of 2009 with a degree in finance and history. He is employed by Hertz, Inc. of Manhattan.

The wedding is planned for Aug. 9 at St. Dominic’s Catholic Church in Holton.

Miller - Cook

Keith and Connie Miller announce the engagement of their daughter, Brooke Miller, to Wayne Cook, son of Wes and Janiece Cook and Diane Cook.

The bride-elect is a 2002 graduate of Ellinwood High School and a 2004 graduate of Barton County Community College. She attended Fort Hays State University from 2004 to 2007. She is employed by CPI in Great Bend as a participant service center representative.

The prospective groom is a 2003 graduate of Plainville High School. He graduated from Fort Hays State University in 2008. He is employed by N.E.W. in Hays as a quality analyst.

The wedding is planned for July 26 at the St. John Lutheran Church in Ellinwood.

Brungardt - Hauser

Keith and Connie Miller announce the engagement of their daughter, Brooke Miller, to Wayne Cook, son of Wes and Janiece Cook and Diane Cook.

The bride-elect is a 2002 graduate of Ellinwood High School and a 2004 graduate of Barton County Community College. She attended Fort Hays State University from 2004 to 2007. She is employed by CPI in Great Bend as a participant service center representative.

The prospective groom is a 2003 graduate of Plainville High School. He graduated from Fort Hays State University in 2008. He is employed by N.E.W. in Hays as a quality analyst.

The wedding is planned for July 26 at the St. John Lutheran Church in Ellinwood.

Herl - Harrison

John and Bernie Herl of Great Bend announce the engagement of their daughter, Brandee Herl, to Brandon Harrison, son of Dale and Lois Christensen of Solomon, and Jack Harrison of Muskogee, Okla. Grandparents of the bride-elect are Marcella Stos of Otis and Vic Herl of Great Bend.

The bride-elect is a graduate of Great Bend High School and Kansas State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in woman’s studies and a minor in business. She is employed by St. Joseph’s Village in Manhattan as a family liaison.

The prospective groom is a graduate of Dickenson High School and Acoustic Edge Vocational Institute of Oklahoma. He is employed by Wizard of Watts in Junction City as a manager and mobile electronics fabricator and custom interior designer.

The wedding is planned for Aug. 2 at St. Isidore’s Catholic Church in Manhattan.

June 28, 2008

Habiger - Dobbins

Virgil and Geri Habiger of Bushton, announce the engagement of their daughter, Amanda Anne Habiger, to Zachary Dennis Dobbins, son of Phillip and Laurie White of Geneseo, and Roger and Daveita Dobbins of Wichita. Grandparents of the bride-elect are Joseph and Amelia Cedeno of Lyons, Anna Heinz Habiger of Bushton and the late Paul Habiger. Grandparents of the prospective groom are Don and Wanda Simon of Hutchinson, Darlene Turpen and Doyle and Carol Dobbins of Lyons, and the late William and Jacqueline White.

The bride-elect is a graduate of Quivira Heights High School and Wichita State University. She works at Landmark Commercial Real Estate in Wichita.

The prospective groom is a graduate of Lyons High School and is attending Wichita State University. He works at Leiker Construction in Hutchinson.

The wedding is planned for Aug. 16 at Holy Name Catholic Church in Bushton.

Straub - Cartlidge

Martin and Mary Straub of Hays announce the engagement of their daughter, Stacia Straub, to Matthew Cartlidge, son of Mike and Karen Cartlidge of Great Bend.

The bride-elect is a student at Fort Hays State University, majoring in Spanish and secondary education. She will graduate in May 2009.

The prospective groom is a 2008 graduate of Fort Hays State University. He will attend Kansas State University in the fall to earn his master’s degree in geography.

The wedding is planned for Dec. 27 at Saint Nicholas of Myra in Hays.

Tatman - Larson

Danielle Tatman of Great Bend and Schon Tatman of Hays announce the engagement of their mother, Renee Tatman, to Doug Larson, son of William and Shirley Janssen of Great Bend and the late Larry Lee Larson.

The bride-elect is a 1978 graduate of Great Bend High School and a 2000 graduate of Fort Hays State University with a bachelor of business administration degree in accounting. She owns Renee Tatman Accounting in Great Bend, where she is a public accountant.

The prospective groom is a 1982 graduate of Great Bend High School. He is a self-employed floor covering specialist subcontractor for Kustom Floor Designs.

The wedding is planned for Aug. 9 at St. Patrick’s Church in Great Bend.

June 22, 2008

Keiswetter - Wann

Kim Christiansen and Stan Light of Topeka and Douglas Keiswetter of Great Bend announce the engagement of their daughter, Jenna Keiswetter, to Kelby Wann, son of Mark Wann of Quitman, Texas, and Kim Wann of Russell.

The bride-elect is a 2004 graduate of La Crosse High School. She will graduate from Washburn University in 2011 with a degree in nursing. She is employed by the Peggy Kelly House in Topeka as a Certified Nursing Assistant.

The prospective groom is a 2000 graduate of Russell High School and a 2004 graduate of Fort Hays State University. He is employed by the State of Kansas SRS in Topeka as an IT Consultant.

The wedding is planned for Aug. 30 at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Russell.

June 15, 2008

Keffer - Hendrickson

William G. and Vicki M. Keffer of Great Bend announce the engagement of their daughter, Erica Michelle Keffer, to Cody Allen Hendrickson, son of Bill and Kim Hendrickson and Dave and Heather Maxwell. Grandparents of the bride-elect are Judy Rusco and the late A. Wayne Rusco and Frankie Keffer and the late Arthur Keffer.

The bride-elect is a 2006 graduate of Ellinwood High School and is attending Barton County Community College.

The prospective groom is a 2007 graduate of Sterling High School. He is employed by Golden Belt Feeders as a pen rider/cowboy.

The wedding is planned for July 19 at the Foundry Methodist Church in Great Bend.

Stalcup - Myers

Kevin and Diane Stalcup of Great Bend, announce the engagement of their daughter, Kelli Stalcup, to Shane Myers, son of Landy and Wes Maupin of Villa Rica, Ga., and Steve Myers of Ludlowe, Ill.

The bride-elect is a 2003 graduate and Great Bend High School and a 2007 graduate of Kansas State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in hotel and restaurant management and a minor in business administration. She is employed by Arthur-Green Law Firm in Manhattan as a legal assistant.

The prospective groom is a 2001 graduate of Summerville High School in Summerville, S.C. He is a United States Army staff sergeant based at Fort Riley. He is self-employed.

The wedding is planned for Aug. 23 at St. Patrick Church in Great Bend.

June 8, 2008

Renz - Earp

Kevin and Diane Renz announce the engagement of their daughter, Jaime Lynn Renz, to Joshua Lee Earp, son of Marcia Burhenn and the late Robert Burhenn.

The bride-elect will graduate in August from the physical therapist assistant program at Colby Community College.

The prospective groom is a 2008 graduate of Barton County Community College where he earned his licensed practical nurse degree. He will attend the University of Kansas School of Nursing to pursue a registered family nurse practitioner degree.

The wedding is planned for Aug. 9 at Negril, Jamaica.

Mitchell - Stanley

Fred and Kim Mitchell announce the engagement of their daughter Ashley Mitchell to Thomas Stanley, son of Richard and Georgann Stanley.

The bride-elect is a graduate of McPherson College with a bachelor of arts degree in graphic design.

The prospective groom is a graduate of Wichita State University with a bachelor of science degree in psychology.

The wedding is planned for June 14 at Dozier Winery in Ellinwood.

Johnson - Fleske

Ken and Delores Johnson of Hillsboro and the late Norris and Alna Bolding announce the engagement of their daughter, Danielle Johnson, to Jedidiah Fleske, son of Alfred and Elizabeth Fleske of Larned and Diana Fleske of Great Bend.

The bride-elect is a 2004 graduate of Hillsboro High School and a 2008 graduate of Fort Hays State University with a bachelor of science degree in elementary education. She is employed by the Fort Larned School District.

The prospective groom is a 2003 graduate of Larned High School and a 2006 graduate of Fort Hays State University with a bachelor of science degree in agribusiness. He is self-employed.

The wedding is planned for July 12 at the First Mennonite Church in Hillsboro.

June 1, 2008

Demel - Fairchild

Maurice and Lois Demel announce the engagement of their daughter, Marisa Lynn Demel, to William Ryan Fairchild, son of William Richard and Karen Fairchild.

The bride-elect is a 2005 graduate of Claflin High School. She graduated from Barton County Community College in 2007. She is employed by Country Place Living in Hoisington as a certified nurse aide.

The prospective groom is a 2005 graduate of Larned High School. He graduated from Barton County Community College in 2007. He is employed by CPI as a specialist in the common remitter services.

The wedding is planned for July 12 at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Claflin.

Luebbers - Urban

John and Joni Luebbers announce the engagement of their daughter, Staci Jo Luebbers, to Travis Michael Urban, son of Thomas and Barbara Urban. Grandparents of the bride are the late Henry and Josephine Luebbers and the late John and Josephine Boor. Grandparents of the groom are Ann Urban and the late Julius Urban and the late Leo and Felicitas Meyeres.

The bride-elect is a 1996 graduate of Ellinwood High School. She is employed at American State Bank as an administrative assistant.

The prospective groom is a 1992 graduate of Hoisington High School. He is employed at Kansas Brick and Tile as a strapper operator.

The wedding is planned for Aug. 16 at St. Ann's Catholic Church in Olmitz.

Twitchell - Barton

Chuck and Pam Twitchell of Larned announce the engagement of their daughter, Elisabeth May Twitchell, to Jared Lee Barton, son of Rick and Lisa Barton of Great Bend. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Venita Zink of Larned and the late Clarence Zink, and the late William and Betty Lou Twitchell. The prospective groom is the grandson of Gene and Donella Cole of Wichita and the late Arthur and Geneva Barton.

The bride-elect is a graduate of Kansas University with a bachelor of fine arts degree in interior design. She is employed at the Ten Restaurant located in the historic Eldridge Hotel in Lawrence. She is finishing an internship with ATA Architects in Kansas City.

The prospective groom is a graduate of Kansas University with a master's degree in social work. He is employed at the KU School of Social Welfare as a research assistant on the children's mental health research team.

The wedding is planned for Aug. 30 at South Park in Lawrence.

McMillan - Olivier

Brian and Brenda McMillan of Gardner announce the engagement of their daughter, Kala McMillan, to Trenton Olivier, son of Robert and Lora Olivier of Great Bend. Grandparents of the bride are Osborne McMillan of Warrensburg, Mo., Cliff and Pat Parks of Yates Center and the late Imogene McMillan. Grandparents of the groom are Robert and Betty Olivier and Geneva Wendler, all of Great Bend.

The bride-elect is a 2003 graduate of Gardner-Edgerton High School and a 2007 graduate of Emporia State University with a bachelor of science degree in elementary education. She is employed by Timmerman Elementary in Emporia as a first-grade teacher. In August 2008 she will be employed by Wheatridge Middle School in Gardner as a fifth-grade teacher.

The prospective groom is a 2002 graduate of Great Bend High School and a 2007 graduate of Emporia State University with a bachelor of science degree in biology. He is employed by Ash Grove Cement Company in Overland Park as a chemist.

The wedding is planned for July 12 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Emporia.

Messick - Ballard

Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Messick of St. John announce the engagement of their daughter Sara Messick, to Brian Ballard, son of Mr. and Mrs. E.P. Ballard of Cleveland, Miss. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bud Messick of Kingman, Ms. Deanne Warren of Great Bend, and Mr. and Mrs. Willie Warren of Ellinwood. The prospective groom is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. E.C. Ballard and the late Mr. and Mrs. Clavin Staten.

The bride-elect is a graduate of St. John High School. She graduated from Sterling College with a bachelor of science degree in elementary education and a minor in special education. She is employed by Rice County Special Services as a special education teacher in Windom.

The prospective groom is a graduate of Cleveland High School, Mississippi Delta Community College and Mississippi State University, where he earned a bachelor of science degree in agricultural engineering technology and business. He is employed by Cal-Maine Foods in Chase as a processing manager.

The wedding is planned for June 21 at the United Methodist Church in Sterling.

Crosby - Morris

Ed and Karen Crosby of Pawnee Rock announce the engagement of their daughter, Kayla Renee Crosby, to Jacob Wade Morris, son of Jim and Cathy Morris of Hoisington.

The bride-elect is a graduate of Larned High School and Emporia State University with a degree in business management. She is employed by CPI Qualified Plan Consultants, Inc. in Great Bend as a plan administrator.

The prospective groom is a graduate of Hoisington High School and attended Fort Hays State University. He is employed by Clothier Masonry in Great Bend.

The wedding is planned for July 12 at the First Christian Church in Great Bend.

Goering - Elsen

Randy and Annette Goering of Great Bend announce the engagement of their daughter, Lindsey Renee Goering, to Cory David Elsen, son of Mark and Pam Elsen of Albert.

The bride-elect is a 2003 graduate of Great Bend High School and a 2005 graduate of Hutchinson Community College with an associates of applied science degree in applied management. She is attending Fort Hays State University, studying management and marketing.

The prospective groom is a 2004 graduate of Otis-Bison High School. He is attending Fort Hays State University, working on a bachelor's degree in business administration and management.

The wedding is planned for July 26 at the First Christian Church in Great Bend.

Weatherman - Batchman

Mike and Kathy Weatherman of Sylvan Grove announce the engagement of their daughter, Stacy Weatherman, to Craig Batchman, son of Bill and Linda Batchman of Bushton.

The bride-elect is a graduate of Dodge City Community College and Fort Hays State University with a degree in physical and elementary education. She is a first-grade teacher at Meade Elementary.

The prospective groom is a graduate of Bethany College. He is a sixth-grade teacher and coach at Meade Elementary and Meade High School.

The wedding is planned for June 14 at the Holy Name Catholic Church in Bushton.

May 25, 2008

Moore - Miller

Lane and LaDonna Moore of Great Bend announce the engagement of their daughter, Aubree Moore of Cane Ridge, Tenn., to David Miller of Cane Ridge, son of Larry and Susan Miller of Lancaster, Ohio. The bride-elect is a 1998 graduate of Great Bend High School. She graduated from Kansas State University in 2002 with a major in marketing and international business. She is employed by Kirklands Home Corporation in Nashville, Tenn., as a merchandise planner and allocation manager. The prospective groom is a 1998 graduate of Berne Union High School in Sugar Grove, Ohio. He is employed by Johnson Controls, Inc. in Nashville as a sales engineer. The wedding is planned for June 28 at the First Christian Church in Great Bend.

May 18, 2008

Darling - Burt

Pam and Scott Hagerty of Rozel announce the engagement of their daughter, Shala Darling, to Tyler Burt, son of Kathy and Cliff Burt of Great Bend.

The bride-elect is a graduate of Pawnee Heights High School and Barton County Community College. She is attending Manhattan Christian College in Manhattan, pursuing a degree in business ethics. She is employed by G and H Realty in Manhattan.

The prospective groom is a graduate of Great Bend High School and Kansas State University with a degree in park management and conservation. He is employed by Kansas Wildlife and Parks at Tuttle Creek Reservoir.

The wedding is planed for Aug. 23 at First Southern Baptist Church in Great Bend.

May 11, 2008

Whitaker - Smith

Mr. and Mrs. Bruce and Joyce Whitaker of Sublette, announce the engagement of their daughter, Morgan Elizabeth, to Andrew Jackson Smith, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles and Winona Smith, of Great Bend.

The bride is a 2001 homeschool graduate, a 2005 graduate of Fort Hays State University, and a 2008 graduate of Saint Paul School of Theology in Kansas City, Mo.

The groom is a 1999 graduate of Great Bend High School, a 2003 graduate of the University of Kansas, and currently attends Saint Paul School of Theology.

The couple are both United Methodist clergy and will serve in the Mclouth and Winchester United Methodist Churches.

A June wedding is planned.

Borel - Troyer

Steven and Nancy Borel of Overland Park announce the engagement of their daughter, Amy Lynn Borel, to Preston Lee Troyer, son of Al and Janell Troyer of Macksville. The groom is the grandson of Jerry and Bonita Meyer of rural Belpre and Gladys Troyer of Collyer.

The bride-elect is a 2004 graduate of Blue Valley Northwest High School in Overland Park. She will graduate in 2008 from Kansas State University with a degree in elementary education.

The prospective groom is a 2004 graduate of Lake Highlands High School in Dallas, Texas. He will graduate from the University of Kansas in 2008 with a degree in sports management and business.

The wedding is planned for this summer in Kansas City, Mo.

Anderson - Goerl

Greg and Rita Anderson announce the engagement of their daughter, Ashley Michelle Anderson, to Ryan Allen Goerl, son of Vaughn and Stephannie Goerl.

The bride-elect is a 2003 graduate of Washburn Rural High School. She graduated from the University of Kansas in 2007 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in human biology. She will be attending dental school at the University of Nevada Las Vegas.

The prospective groom is a 2003 graduate of Great Bend High School. He graduated from the University of Kansas in 2007 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English. He is employed by Central Junior High in Lawrence as a para-educator.

The wedding is planned for May 24 at the Christ the King Church in Topeka.

Brack - Noonan

Brad and Phyllis Brack of Great Bend announce the engagement of their daughter, Ashlea Brack, to Ryan Noonan, son of Bernard and Mary Anne Noonan of Overland Park. The bride is the granddaughter of Karl and Reta Brack and Phil and Margaret Bartholomew, all of Great Bend.

The bride-elect is a 2006 graduate of Oklahoma City University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in mass communications. She is employed as an advertising account executive at Zillner Marketing Communications in Lenexa.

The prospective groom is a 2002 graduate of St. Louis University with a bachelor's degree in communications. He is employed as a communications specialist at Fort Dodge Animal Health in Overland Park.

The wedding is planned for Sept. 20 at the First United Methodist Church in Great Bend.

Brown - Dykes

Jesse and Linda Brown of Garnett, formerly of Great Bend, announce the engagement of their daughter, Nicole Brown, to Bryant Dykes, son of Robert and Christine Dykes of Williamsburg. Grandparents of the bride are Kay Eberhart of Great Bend and the late Gene Eberhart, Mathew Helm and Beverly McDonald of Southlake, Texas, and Cloyd (Peewee) and Virginia (Ginny) Brown Garnett, formerly of Great Bend. Grandparents of the groom are William and Carol Dykes of Tonganoxie and Linus and Bernita Engelken of Bucyrus.

The bride-elect is a 2005 graduate Anderson County High School and is a student at Kansas State University.

The groom is a 2004 graduate of Williamsburg High School and is a student at Kansas State University.

The wedding is planned for June 14 at the First Baptist Church in Ottawa.

Walker - Sparks

Ken Walker of Burkburnett, Texas, and Carolyn Walker of Clarksville, Ark., announce the engagement of their daughter, Lindsey Walker, to Wesley Sparks, son of Mr. and Mrs. Darrel Sparks of Perry, Okla. Grandparents of the bride-elect are Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Walker of Burkburnett and Joyce Holland of Clarksville. Grandparents of the prospective groom are Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Cheney of Hoisington and the late Mr. and Mrs. Dale Sparks.

The bride-elect is a 2002 graduate of Burkburnett High School. She is employed with the State Chamber of Oklahoma in Oklahoma City, Okla.

The prospective groom is a 1998 graduate of Perry High School, in Perry, Okla. He is employed by Paradies/Will Rogers International Airport in Oklahoma City, Okla.

The wedding is planned for May 31 in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.

May 4, 2008

Pounds - McElroy

Von and Connie Pounds of Larned announce the engagement of their daughter, Megan Dian Pounds, to Michael John McElroy, son of Norval and Susie McElroy of Hiawatha.

The bride-elect is a 2002 graduate of Great Bend High School. She graduated from Kansas State University in 2006 with a bachelor's degree in family studies and human services. She is pursuing her master's degree in communication sciences and disorders at Kansas State University and will graduate in 2008.

The prospective groom is a 2001 graduate of Hiawatha High School. He graduated from Kansas State University in 2006 where he received his bachelor's degree in milling science and management. He is employed as a project engineer for Cargill in Chattanooga, Tenn.

The wedding is planned for June 7 at St. Isidore's Catholic Church in Manhattan.

April 27, 2008

Robertson — Deschner

Kenny and Tina Robertson announce the engagement of their daughter, Tiffany Robertson, to Josh Deschner, son of Brad and Kerry Deschner.

The bride-elect is a 2007 graduate of Bethany College with a bachelor’s degree in social work. She is employed by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Sedgwick County as a social worker.

The prospective groom is a 2006 graduate of Bethany College with bachelor’s degrees in accounting and business management. He is employed by Koch Industries in Wichita as an accountant.

April 20, 2008

Rugan - Russo

Walter and Sherrie Rugan of Ellinwood, announce the engagement of their daughter, Jana Lee Rugan, to Timothy James Russo, son of Marie Russo of Staten Island, N.Y., and James Russo of Brooklyn, N.Y.

The bride-elect is a 1997 graduate of Ellinwood High School and a 2002 graduate of the University of Kansas with a bachelor's degree in communication studies. She is an administrative assistant for Watch Hill Partners in New York City, N.Y.

The prospective groom is a 1994 graduate of James Madison High School in Brooklyn, N.Y. He attended New York Technical College in Brooklyn. He is employed by JetBlue Airways in Forest Hills, N.Y. as a technical operations supervisor.

The wedding is planned for May 30 at the Atlantica in Westhampton Beach, N.Y.

Manweiler - Herndon

Gene and Paula Manweiler of Hoisington announce the engagement of their daughter, Brooke Anne, to Dustin Herndon, son of Mike and Peggy Herndon of Cheney.

The bride-elect is a 2002 graduate of Hoisington High School. She graduated from Kansas State University in 2006 with a bachelor's degree in marketing and attends the University of Colorado-Denver in the architectural masters program. She is employed by Camp, Dresser, & McKee Inc., a consulting, engineering and construction firm in Denver.

The prospective groom is a 2002 graduate of Cheney High School and a 2006 graduate of Bethel College in Newton with a bachelor's degree in chemistry. He is self-employed as a general contractor by Mountain Valley Construction in Denver.

The wedding is planned for Aug. 2 at Concordia Lutheran Church in Hoisington.

Bentley - Devine

Tex and Charlie Gross of Beaver, Okla., announce the engagement of their daughter, Hether Bentley, to Lee Devine, son of George and Caroline Devine of Great Bend. The bride-elect is also the daughter of Norman Bentley of Brady, Texas.

The bride-elect is a 1997 graduate of Merkel High School in Merkel, Texas, and a 2001 graduate of Northwestern Oklahoma State University. She will graduate in the spring from Southwestern Oklahoma State University. She is a teacher for the Great Bend School District.

The prospective groom is a 1994 graduate of Great Bend High School. He is employed by Champion Technologies.

The wedding is planned for May 31 at St. Rose Church in Great Bend.

Savoie - Hammond

Greg and Donya Savoie and John and Stephanie Meyer, all of Great Bend, announce the engagement of their daughter, Jaime Carol Savoie of Salina, to Andrew Dale Hammond of Salina, son of Eric and Tammy Hammond of Pawnee Rock.

The bride-elect is a 2006 graduate of Great Bend High School and a 2007 graduate of the Academy of Hair Design. She is employed as a stylist by Escape Salon and Day Spa in Salina.

The prospective groom is a 2004 graduate of Larned High School. He attended Johnson County Community College and is attending Harley Davidson University. He is employed as a parts salesman at Harley Davidson Honda in Salina.

The wedding is planned for July 5 at Prairie Harbor Golf Course in Salina.

Brining - Mawhirter

Roger and Erika Brining announce the engagement of their daughter, Rachel Brining, to Justin Mawhirter, son of Dan and Teresa Mawhirter.

The bride-elect is a 2007 graduate of Great Bend High School and is a student of Barton County Community College. She is employed by the Great Bend Chamber of Commerce as a projects assistant.

The prospective groom is a 2003 graduate of Great Bend High School and a 2006 graduate of Butler County Community College with an associate's degree in fire science. He is employed by Isern Electric Heating and Air as a plumber.

The wedding is planned for May 31 at the First Assembly of God Church in Great Bend.

April 13, 2008

Morris - Holinde

Wade and Diane Morris of Great Bend announce the engagement of their daughter, Chelsi Morris, to Christopher Holinde, son of Gerard and Marilyn Holinde of Great Bend.

The bride-elect is a 2005 graduate of Hoisington High School. She is employed by Dr. Richard Burkey, DPM, in Great Bend.

The prospective groom is a 2002 graduate of Great Bend High School. He is employed by Kansas Gas Service in Great Bend.

The wedding is planned for June 7 at the First Southern Baptist Church in Great Bend.

Kendrick - Ehrlich

Caite Kendrick and Scott Ehrlich announce their engagement. Parents of the couple are Carol Barta of Manhattan, Hal and Donna Barta of Kansas City, Mo., Michael and Debbie Kendrick of Carbondale, Colo., and Glen and Leona Ehrlich of Great Bend.

The bride-elect is a 2000 graduate of Great Bend High School and a 2003 graduate of the University of Northern Colorado with a bachelor's degree in recreation management. She is employed by the city of Beloit as the director of parks and recreation.

The prospective groom is a graduate of Great Bend High School and was a member of the United States Navy. He is employed by the state of Kansas at the Beloit Juvenile Correctional Facility as a maintenance technician.

The wedding was April 12 in Jamaica. The couple will celebrate with a reception on May 3 in Olmitz. They will reside in Beloit.

Burhenn - Malashock

Russell and Sheryl Burhenn of Topeka announce the engagement of their daughter Michelle to Ryan Malashock, son of Neal and Jody Malashock of Omaha, Neb. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Floyd and Darlene Anderson of Great Bend, Leah Burhenn of Hoisington and the late Vernon Burhenn. The prospective groom is the grandson of Stanley and Barbara Malashock of Rancho Mirage, Calif., and the late David and Esther Rice.

The bride-elect graduated from the University of Kansas with a Bachelor of Science degree in journalism. She is the wire editor for The Morning News of Northwest Arkansas in Springdale, Ark.

The prospective groom graduated from the University of Kansas with a Bachelor of Science degree in journalism. He is a sportswriter for The Morning News of Northwest Arkansas in Springdale, Ark. He also is a sports columnist for the Omaha City Weekly.

The wedding is planned for August in Lawrence.

April 6, 2008

DeHaven - Pierce

Tom and Deb DeHaven of Hoisington announce the engagement of their daughter, Kristin DeHaven, to Dustin Pierce, son of Marilyn Pierce of Emporia and Dave and Marcia Pierce of Bonner Springs.

The bride-elect is a 2000 graduate of Hoisington High School. She graduated from Emporia State University in 2004 with a Bachelor of Science degree in biology and will graduate in May 2008 from Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, Tenn., with a Doctor of Optometry degree.

The prospective groom is a 2000 graduate of Emporia High School. He graduated from Emporia State University in 2004 with a Bachelor of Science degree in biology and in 2007 from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center with a Bachelor of Science degree in nursing. He is a registered nurse at the University of Kansas Hospital in Kansas City.

The wedding is planned for June 14 at Silver Shells Beach Resort in Destin, Fla. A reception is planned for June 28 at the American Legion in Emporia.

March 30, 2008

Bahr - Starr

Gerald and Linda Bahr of Otis announce the engagement of their daughter, Lisa Marie Bahr, to Travis Lee Starr, son of Danny and Karen Starr of Chase.

The bride-elect is a graduate of Otis-Bison High School. She graduated from Fort Hays State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in education. She is employed as a teacher at Riley Elementary School in Great Bend.

The prospective groom is a graduate of Chase High School. He graduated from the University of Kansas with a Bachelor of Science degree in sports management. He is employed as a teacher and coach at Otis-Bison High School.

The wedding is planned for June 7 at St. Ann's Catholic Church in Olmitz.

March 23, 2008

Gawith - Edgar

Stephen and Sharon Gawith of Salina announce the engagement of their daughter, Amanda Nell Gawith, to Jason Edgar, son of Connie Emhoff of Aurora, Mo., and Jerry Edgar of Ash Grove, Mo.

The bride-elect is a 2000 graduate of Salina South High School. She graduated from Friends University in 2004 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in music theatre and is a student at Fort Hays State pursuing a master's degree in communication/theatre. She is employed by Barton County Community College as a theatre instructor and is the director of music at Sunrise Presbyterian Church in Salina.

The prospective groom is a 2000 graduate of Aurora High School. He graduated from Missouri Southern State University in 2004 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in communication and from the University of Arkansas in 2006 with a Master of Arts degree in communication. He is a forensics coach and communications instructor at BCCC.

The wedding is planned for July 19 at Sunrise Presbyterian Church in Salina.

Keeley - Beck

Mike and Jan Keeley of Great Bend announce the engagement of their daughter, Cindy Keeley, to Erin Beck, son of Fred and Karlynn Beck of Claflin.

The bride-elect is a 2003 graduate of Great Bend High School and a 2007 graduate of Washburn University. She is employed by Tecumseh South Elementary in Topeka as a sixth-grade teacher.

The prospective groom is a 2003 graduate of Claflin High School and a 2007 graduate of Washburn University. He is employed by the Kansas City Sports Commission in Kansas City, Mo., as an intern.

The wedding is planned for June 7 at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Great Bend.

Jones - Schartz

Michael Huffman and Lori Sterba announce the engagement of their daughter, Lindsey Diane Jones, to Aaron Lynn Schartz, son of Kevin and Rhea Schartz.

The bride-elect is a 2003 graduate of Great Bend High School. She graduated from Barton County Community College with a certified nurse's aide and certified medical assistant degree. She is employed by Great Bend Health and Rehabilitation Center as a CNA and CMA.

The prospective groom is a 1996 graduate of Ellinwood High School. He is employed by Great Bend Industries as a machinist.

The wedding is planned for May 31 at St. Joseph Church in Ellinwood.

Gates - Mingenback

Wendy Gates announces the engagement of her daughter, Brooke Gates, to Matthew Mingenback, son of Mark and Leslie Mingenback. Grandmother of the bride is Lillian Gates of Great Bend. Grandmother of the groom is Arlene Mingenback of Great Bend.

The bride-elect is a 2000 graduate of Great Bend High School. She graduated from Kansas State University in 2004 with a Bachelor of Science degree in biology and in 2006 from Wichita State University with a master's degree in the physician assistant program. She is employed by Orthopedic Surgery in Dallas, Texas, as a physician assistant.

The prospective groom is a 2000 graduate of Great Bend High School. He graduated from Kansas State University in 2005. He is employed by MHA Group in Dallas as a physician recruiter.

The wedding is planned for April 19 in Cancun, Mexico.

March 16, 2008

Eason — Ramirez

Katie Eason of St. Louis, Mo., and Hector Ramirez of Great Bend announce their engagement.

The bride-elect is a 2006 graduate of William Woods University with a degree in marketing.

The prospective groom is a 2006 graduate of William Woods University with a degree in education.

The wedding is planned for March 15 in St. Louis.

Ferguson — Skinner

Daryl and Sharon Ferguson of Great Bend announce the engagement of their daughter, Misty Dawn Ferguson, to Robert Allen Skinner, son of John and Dee Skinner of Humble, Texas, and Brenda and Ralph Guy from Joliet, Mont.

The bride-elect is a 2001 graduate of Great Bend High School. She is a daycare provider and homemaker and has two children, Dayton and Dakota Skinner.

The prospective groom is a 1994 graduate of Bolsn Grande High School in Garden Grove, Calif. He is employed as a pressman at The Great Bend Tribune.

The wedding is planned for March 29 in Great Bend.

Chaput — Smith

Mark and Kathy Chaput of Salina announce the engagement of their daughter, Haley Chaput, to Scott Smith son of Mark and Dayna Smith of Great Bend.

The bride-elect is a graduate of Salina South High School. She is attending Wichita State University. She is employed as a para-educator at Jefferson Elementary School and is a server at Famous Dave’s in Wichita.

The prospective groom is a graduate of Macksville High School and Salina Area Technical School. He is employed by Underground Vaults and Storage of Wichita as a records specialist.

The wedding is planned for June 14 at St. Elizabeth Church in Salina.

Deighton — Blackwill

David and Tracy Deighton of Macksville announce the engagement of their daughter, Katie Marie Deighton, to Trevor Ray Blackwill, son of Floyd Jr. and Jill Blackwill of Quinter.

The bride-elect is a 2004 graduate of Macksville High School. She will graduate from Fort Hays State University in December 2008 with a bachelor’s degree in elementary education and a minor in special education.

The prospective groom is a 2004 graduate of Quinter High School. He is employed by Satellites, Satellites, and More in Hays.

The wedding is planned for May 24 at St. Bernard’s Catholic Church in Belpre.

March 9, 2008

Gatterman - Walter

Bruce and Ann Gatterman of Larned announce the engagement of their daughter, Lindsay Nicole Gatterman, to Mitchell Leslie Walter, son of Richard and Susan Walter of Trinidad, Calif., and Ms. Belle McDonnell of Prague, Czech Republic.

The bride-elect received her undergraduate degree in communication sciences and disorders from Kansas State University and her graduate degree from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in speech language pathology. Lindsay works in Richland Hills, Texas, as a speech pathologist at an elementary school.

Mitch was a pitcher for the baseball team at Kansas State University, where he received his undergraduate degree in sociology and his graduate degree in college student personnel. He is the assistant ticket director at Texas Christian University in Fort Worth, Texas.

The wedding is planned for Aug. 2, at the First United Methodist Church in Manhattan.

Chaput - Smith

Mark and Kathy Chaput of Salina announce the engagement of their daughter, Haley Chaput, to Scott Smith, son of Mark and Dayna Smith of Great Bend.

The bride-elect is a graduate of Salina South High School. She is attending Wichita State University. She is employed as a para-educator at Jefferson Elementary School and is a server at Famous Dave's in Wichita.

The prospective groom is a graduate of Macksville High School and Salina Area Technical School. He is employed by Underground Vaults and Storage of Wichita as a records specialist.

The wedding is planned for June 14 at St. Elizabeth Church in Salina.

Goodwin - Condray

Jane Goodwin of Great Bend announces the engagement of her daughter, Amanda Goodwin, to Joel Condray, son of Jettie and Peg Condray of Minneapolis.

The bride-elect is a 2007 graduate of Fort Hays State University. She is employed in the human resources department at the Fuller Brush Company in Great Bend.

The prospective groom is a 2003 graduate of Kansas State University. He is employed by the Great Bend School District.

The wedding is planned for June 21 on the campus of Fort Hays State University.

February 24, 2008

Brummer — Johnson

Wayne Brummer announces the engagement of his daughter, Sheri L. Brummer, to Michael S. Johnson, son of Roland and Rita Nagel. The bride-elect is the daughter of the late Beverly Brummer.

The bride-elect is a graduate of Great Bend High School. She graduated from Barton County Community College in 2001 with an associate’s degree in nursing. She is employed by Sterling House of Great Bend as the health care coordinator.

The prospective groom is a graduate of Great Bend High School. He is employed by Exterior Designs of Ellinwood in construction.

The wedding is planned for Oct. 4 at Dozier Vineyard and Winery in Ellinwood.

February 17, 2008

Broadbent — Hildebrand

Brian and Pamela Broadbent of Topeka announce the engagement of their daughter, Andrea Nicole Broadbent, to Collin Graham Hildebrand, son of Dr. Ross and Jo Hildebrand of Great Bend.

The bride-elect is a 2004 graduate of Seaman High School. She attends Washburn University and will graduate in May 2008 with a bachelor’s degree in mathematics and secondary education.

The prospective groom is a 2003 graduate of Great Bend High School. He graduated from Washburn University in December 2006 with a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice and is now a deputy for the Shawnee County Sheriff’s Office.

The wedding is planned for June 7, at the Wynn in Las Vegas, Nev. Upon return, the couple will celebrate their wedding with family and friends on June 21, at the Great Overland Station in Topeka.

Durler – Brice

Mr. and Mrs. Stan (Lee) Durler of Larned, announce the engagement of their daughter, Jodie Lee Durler, to Phillip Scott Brice, son of Mr. and Mrs. Keith (Shirley) Brice of Cullman, Ala.

The bride-elect is a 2001 graduate of Larned High School. She graduated from the University of Saint Mary in Leavenworth, in 2005 with a bachelor’s degree in elementary education. She is working on a master’s degree in education from Baker University, and teaches kindergarten for the Leavenworth system, where she has been employed since graduation.

The prospective groom is a 2001 graduate of Wakefield High School. He graduated from the University of Saint Mary in 2006 with a bachelor’s degree in interdisciplinary studies. He works for the Grossman Center, a halfway house in Lansing.

The couple will celebrate the sacrament of marriage on April 26, at St. Francis De Sales Church in Lansing.

Richey — Polzin

Ed Richey of Great Bend announces the engagement of his daughter, Nicole Richey, to Tanner Polzin, son of Duane and Patty Polzin of Hoisington.

The bride-elect is a 2005 graduate of Great Bend High School. She is a junior at Kansas State University.

The prospective groom is a graduate of Hoisington High School. He is a junior at the University of Kansas.

The wedding is planned for June of 2009.

Wigner — Parks

Ron and Dee Wigner of Garden City announce the engagement of their daughter, Jaime Wigner, to Russell Parks, son of David and Diane Parks of McPherson.

The bride-elect is a graduate of the University of Kansas. She earned a master’s degree in audiology from Central Missouri State and is pursuing a doctorate in clinical audiology at the Pennsylvania School of Audiology. She is employed as a territory sales manager at Phonak of Chicago.

The prospective groom is a graduate of Fort Hays State University with a degree in business communications. He is an assistant sales manager for Gold Mortgage Banc of Olathe.

The wedding is planned for April 19 in Las Vegas.

February 10, 2008

Foster — Kilgore

Brett and Kathy Foster of Great Bend announce the engagement of their daughter Kacie Marie Foster to Kenneth Alan Kilgore, son of Ken and Sheila Kilgore of Liberal. Grandparents of the bride-elect are George and Pat Foster of Howe, Okla., and Bernita Degenhardt of Great Bend and the late Walter Degenhardt. Great-grandparents of the bride-elect are Albert and Middy Abercrombie of Wichita. Grandparents of the prospective groom are Fred and Ann Kilgore of Liberal and Alan and Pat Smith of Belen, N.M.

The bride-elect is a 2004 graduate of Great Bend High School. She will graduate from Fort Hays State University in May with a degree in elementary education.

The prospective groom is a 2002 graduate of Liberal High School. He is employed by CPI in Great Bend.

The wedding is planned for May 24 at First Christian Church in Great Bend.

February 3, 2008

Egidy – Meier

John and Rosie Egidy of Greeley announce the engagement of their daughter, Dianna Kathleen Egidy, to Patrick Edward Meier, son of Howard and Jan Meier of Great Bend.

The bride-elect graduated from Pittsburg State University with a degree in biology and a minor in chemistry. She is employed at the Debakey Heart Institute in Hays as lead EKG tech.

The prospective groom is graduate of Fort Hays State University with a degree in business management/marketing. He is employed as a sales representative with Pfizer Pharmaceuticals.

The wedding is planned for June 7 at Fort Myers, Fla., on the beach.

Neuforth - Stukey

Tori Lyn Neuforth and Chris Joe Stukey announce their engagement. Parents of the couple are Gene and Eva Neuforth and Larry and Linda Stukey, all of Great Bend.

The bride-elect is a 2003 graduate of Great Bend High School. She graduated from Barton County Community College in 2005 with an associate’s degree. She graduated from Kansas Wesleyan University in 2007 with a Bachelor of Science degree in biology. She is employed the city of Salina, in the water treatment plant as a laboratory technician.

The prospective groom is a 2002 graduate of Great Bend High School. He graduated from Salina Area VoTech in 2005 with a degree in auto body repair. He is employed by MHC Kenworth of Salina as a collision repair specialist.

The wedding is planned for April 5 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Great Bend.

January 27, 2008

Frick – Geiger

Kent and Karen Frick, of rural Larned, announce the engagement of their daughter, Audra Ann Frick of Topeka, to Dustin Nolan Geiger of Denton, son of Matthew and Vanetta Geiger of Denton. Her grandparents are Alma Frick of Larned and the late Raymond Frick, and Mildred Fyler of Larned and the late Carlton Fyler. His grandparents are Mavis and Wilbur Geiger of Hiawatha and Nolan and Beryl Blevins of Highland.

The bride-elect is a 2002 graduate of Larned High School. She graduated in 2006 from Kansas State University with dual bachelor of science degrees in food science and industry and bakery science management and a minor in business. She is a production supervisor at Frito-Lay in Topeka.

The prospective groom is a 2000 graduate of Highland High School. He graduated in 2006 from Kansas State University with a bachelor of science degree in milling science. He is the director of Corn Mill Operations at Lifeline Foods LLC in St. Joseph, Mo.

The wedding is planned for May 24, at the First United Methodist Church in Larned.

Adams – Graham

LaVonne Gerritzen and Leo and Jeanette Gerritzen of Denver, Colo., announce the engagement of their daughter, Larissa Adams, to Charles Robert Graham Jr., son of Charles Robert Graham Sr. and Beth Graham of Burdett.

The bride-elect is a 1990 graduate of Great Bend High School, a 1992 graduate of Barton County Community College and a 1998 graduate of Newman University, with a bachelor of science degree in elementary education. She is employed as the child development center director at Barton County Community College.

The prospective groom is a 1989 graduate of Pawnee Heights High School, a 1992 graduate of Fort Hays State University with an associate of science in radiology, and in 1993 with a bachelor of science degree. He is employed as a radiological technologist at Central Kansas Medical Center.

The wedding is planned for Feb. 29, at the First United Methodist Church.

Rainsberger – Moore

Kelly Curry of Hutchinson and Bud Rainsberger of Colorado Springs, Colo., announce the engagement of their daughter, Meghan Elizabeth Rainsberger, to Jesse Graham Moore, son of Lane and LaDonna Moore of Great Bend.

The bride-elect is a 2002 graduate of Buhler High School. She graduated from Kansas State University in 2006 with a bachelor of science degree in business and a degree in finance. She is employed as a financial analyst for ConocoPhillips in Bartlesville, Okla.

The prospective groom is a 2002 graduate of Great Bend High School. He graduated from Kansas State University in 2006 with a bachelor of science degree in business and a degree in finance. He is employed as a financial analyst for ConocoPhillips in Bartles-ville, Okla.

The wedding is planned for April 5 at Grace Episcopal Church in Hutchinson.

Lane – Yarmer

John and Cheryl Lane of Wichita announce the engagement of their daughter, Kelly Lane, to Tim Yarmer, son of Melvin and Donave Yarmer of Albert.

The bride-elect is a graduate of Wichita Heights High School. She graduated from Wichita State University with a bachelor’s degree in business administration. She is an apparel manager for Sears at Towne West in Wichita.

The prospective groom is a graduate of Otis-Bison High School. He is a graduate of Barton County Community College. He is an assistant manager of Sears Auto Center at Towne East in Wichita.

The wedding is planned for April 5 at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church in Andover.

January 20, 2008

Rainbolt — Best

Mr. and Mrs. Randy Rainbolt of Larned announce the engagement of their daughter, April Nichole Rainbolt, to Mark Randall Best, son of Mr. and Mrs. Michael Best of Lawrence.

The bride-elect is a 2002 graduate of Larned High School. She graduated from Fort Hays State University in 2006 with a bachelor’s degree in speech-language pathology, and will receive her master’s degree in speech-language pathology from the University of Kansas in May.

The prospective groom is a 2001 graduate of Larned High School. He graduated from the University of Kansas in 2005 with a bachelor’s degree in accounting and business administration. After working as an accountant, he returned to the University of Kansas and will graduate with his master’s degree in business administration in May. He will be employed as an instructor in the KU School of Business beginning in July.

The wedding is planned for June 14, at the First United Methodist Church in Larned.

Muehleisen — Parker

Sharon Muehleisen of Ellinwood and Eric (Butch) Muehleisen of Great Bend announce the engagement of their daughter Lindsey to Dustin Parker, son of Carla and Larry Simmons of Pratt and Barry and Julie Parker of Ellinwood. The couple have a 2 year-old son, Kyvel.

The bride-elect is a 2004 graduate of Ellinwood High School. She is employed as manager of the Corner Bistro at Cornerstone Interiors and plans to attend culinary school in the near future.

The prospective groom is a 2004 graduate of Pratt High School. He is employed with the city of Great Bend as a police officer, and returned in December from a nine-month tour in Iraq for the National Guard.

The wedding is planned for June 6, 2009.

Allred — Habiger

Dr. Chuck and Janda Allred of Salina announce the engagement of their daughter, Kate Allred, to Josh Habiger, son of Dennis and Marla Habiger of Ellinwood.

The bride-elect is a graduate of Salina Central High School and Kansas State University with a degree in art therapy and education. She is an art teacher for Davis Elementary in Columbia, S.C.

The prospective groom is a graduate of Ellinwood High School and Kansas State University with a bachelor of science degree in mathematics and a master’s degree in statistics. He is finishing his doctorate degree in statistics. He is a statistics teacher for the University of South Carolina at Columbia.

A summer wedding in Nassau, Bahamas, is planned.

Reynolds — Malick

The parents of Ashley Reynolds-Barta, Victoria Reynolds of Richmond, Va., the late Mark A. Reynolds and Robert J. and Shirley Cox Schroeder of Ellsworth ,announce the engagement of their daughter to Mark K. Malick, of Topeka, son of Donald and Kathleen Malick of Oro Valley, Ariz.

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The bride-elect graduated from Ellsworth High School; Barton County Community College; the University of Kansas with a bachelor of science degree in nursing; and Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains Women’s Health Care Nurse Practitioner program, Denver, Colo. She is employed with St. Joseph Family Medicine in Great Bend as an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner-Certified.

The prospective groom is a graduate of Kansas Wesleyan University in Salina and the FBI National Academy in Quantico, Va. He is a special agent with the Kansas Bureau of Investigation in Topeka.

The wedding is planned for April 5 at the Seelye Mansion in Abilene.

Risch — McCandless

Mr. and Mrs. Douglas M. Risch of St. Charles, Mo., announce the engagement of their daughter April Renee to Andrew Preston McCandless, son of Douglas C. McCandless and Roberta L. Wirth of Topeka. The prospective groom is the grandson of the late Gloria and Jack McCandless and the late Bob and Bonnie Wirth.

The bride-elect will graduate from Stephens College in May with a bachelor of fine arts degree in theater arts.

The prospective groom graduated from Stephens College. He is employed at the St. Louis Repertory Theater as the assistant technical director.

The wedding is planned for June in St. Charles and a July reception in Topeka.

Bryant — Emmons

Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Bryant of Ellinwood announce the engagement of their daughter, Kristine Elizabeth, to Jeremy Scott Emmons, son of Kathi Emmons and Jim Newman of Lyons. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Donna Bryant of Ellinwood and the late Clarence Bryant and Ron and Nicky Harders of Great Bend. The prospective groom is the grandson of Shirley Emmons of Geneseo and the late Carl Emmons, and Gean and Lois Newman of Lyons.

The bride-elect is a 2005 graduate of Ellinwood High School and a 2007 graduate of Barton County Community College with an associate’s degree in art. She is employed by Dawson Jewelers in Great Bend.

The prospective groom is a 2002 graduate of Lyons High School and a 2005 graduate from Barton County Community College with an associate’s degree in general studies. He will graduate from Sterling College in April with a bachelor’s degree in athletic training. He plans to attend graduate school in the fall.

The wedding is planned for May 31, at the Celebration Centre in Lyons.

January 13, 2008

Newell — Kirchgassner

Terry Newell of Seneca and Sonja Carson of Lawrence announce the engagement of their daughter, JaCole Newell, to Jared Kirchgassner, son of Larry and Cindy Kirchgassner of Larned.

The bride-elect is a graduate of Larned High School and the Pinnacle Career Institute. She is employed by Cardio Vascular Consultants in Lawrence as a certified medical assistant.

The prospective groom is a graduate of Larned High School and North Central Kansas Technical College in Beloit. He is employed by Five Star Masonry as a journeyman bricklayer.

The wedding is planned for April 12 at the First United Methodist Church in Larned.

January 6, 2008

Daugherty - Guthrie

Dennis and Linda Daugherty announce the engagement of their daughter, Lauren Elizabeth Daugherty, to Blake Aaron Guthrie, son of Mark and Denise Guthrie.

The bride-elect is a 2006 graduate of Andover Central High School. She graduated from Johnson County Junior College in 2007 with a degree in cosmetology. She is employed by Par Exsalonce in Overland Park as a hairstylist.

The prospective groom is a 2002 graduate of Great Bend High School. He attended Mid-America Nazarene University, where he completed Berean School of the Bible. He is an independent recording artist, with a signed contract with Drive Management Company in Nashville, Tenn.

The wedding is planned for March 1 at Terradyne Country Club in Andover. There will be a reception on March 8 at the First Assembly of God Church in Great Bend.