30 years of service Marsha Gerstner, right, was recognized for 30 years of service as a Program Technician to the United States Department of Agriculture - Farm Service Agency (FSA). Gerstner began working with the Agency in 1987 when it was called the Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation Service (ASCS). She has provided dedicated service to the farmers and ranchers of Barton County, delivering Farm Programs benefits, completing farm record changes, farm reconstitutions, Commodity Price Support Loans and the Conservation Reserve Program. Barton County FSA Executive Director Kristi Badger presented the award at the Sept. 13 Barton County Committee Meeting. Latest Great Bend Chamber Coffee recap: Credit Union of America celebrates 50 years in Great Bend Power the Pantry: $110,287 in donations for Food Banks Fuller employees, families enjoy Christmas party Improving agroecosystems