LARNED – Kansas Department of Corrections Secretary Joe Norwood announced Wednesday that Don Langford has been named warden of the Larned Correctional Mental Health Facility.

Langford, who currently serves as the deputy warden at the Hutchinson Correctional Facility, began his corrections career in 1989. He started as a corrections officer and later worked as a corrections counselor and corrections manager.

“Don’s experience and knowledge of the correctional system will be valuable in his new role,” said Secretary Norwood.

Langford is married with three children. He enjoys hunting and spending time with family.

Langford replaces Tim Easley, who currently serves as the acting warden of LCMHF.  Easley will remain at LCHMF, continuing to serve as the deputy warden.