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Learn not to burn

Great Bend, Kansas · Great Bend

Learn not to burn

It was a hot afternoon in the north parking lot at Fuller Industries west of Great Bend Wednesday, and it was about to get hotter.Read Article

City takes next steps in major developments

Great Bend, Kansas · Great Bend

City takes next steps in major developments

The Great Bend City Council will approve a 2026 budget ordinance following a public hearing when it meets at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 18, at City Hall.Read Article

Barton Community College partners with Hutchinson Community College to address respiratory care workforce shortage

Education · Great Bend

Barton Community College partners with Hutchinson Community College to address respiratory care workforce shortage

Barton Community College has announced a new partnership with Hutchinson Community College (HutchCC) to expand access to respiratory care education and help meet a critical workforce need in central Kansas.Read Article

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USD 428 looks at capital outlay

The Great Bend High School gym is looking brighter these days, thanks to fresh paint. Assistant Superintendent John Popp reported on this and other projects at Monday’s USD 428 Board of Education meeting.Great Bend, Kansas · Great Bend Read Article

Why pelvic health matters: more than just kegels

In our research and clinical practice experiences, a common theme emerges from people living with pelvic floor issues -- “I wish someone had told me about this sooner.” Through interviews and conversations, we’ve documented the stories of individuals who didn’t know what questions to ask, didn’t realize their symptoms were treatable, and often assumed they were alone. In her practice, Staci sees these realities unfold in the clinic every day, as…Great Bend, Kansas · Great Bend Read Article

Consider a career in agriculture

As of Tuesday, Aug. 12th, the drought monitor report indicates the continued marked improvement of the previous several weeks. Less than 1% of the state is in severe drought with 3.5% in moderate drought. 86% is totally out of dry conditions. The six-to ten-day outlook (Aug. 18 to 22) indicates a 40 to 60% chance of likely above normal for temperatures and near normal to leaning slightly above normal for precipitation. The eight to 14-day outloo…Agriculture · Great Bend Read Article

Understanding the role of doulas and their impact across Kansas

Doulas are trained professionals who provide continuous emotional, physical, and informational support to individuals during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. Distinct from midwives and obstetricians, doulas focus on non-medical care, offering comfort measures, advocacy, and personalized guidance to enhance the birthing experience.Great Bend, Kansas · Great Bend Read Article

Great Bend woman shares Parent Project experiences; classes begin Sept. 9

Before Sarah Bray participated in Parent Project classes, there was quite a bit of yelling in her household. Today, the family enjoys a more peaceful environment.Environment · Great Bend Read Article

Marilyn M. Post 1951

CLAFLIN — Marilyn M. Post, 74, died Aug. 11, 2025, at Ascension Via Christi St. Francis in Wichita. She was born on Feb. 1, 1951, in Great Bend, to Aloysius Francis “Louie” and Elizabeth Agnes “Betty” (Ackermann) Gerritzen.Great Bend, Kansas · Great Bend Read Article

Driver and cat escape injury after RV fire in Great Bend

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The driver of a recreational vehicle (RV) was able to escape with a cat before the vehicle was fully engulfed by fire on Tuesday in Great Bend.Cats · Great Bend Read Article

Fall catalogs available at GBPL

Greetings from the Great Bend Public Library! Now that summer has officially wrapped up, I wanted to say one more big thank you to everyone who participated and helped us make this another great summer at the library. I would also like to take a moment to thank our sponsors for helping us make our Summer Library Program possible: Applebees; Club One Fitness; Farmers Bank and Trust; First Kansas Bank; Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers; Johns…Great Bend, Kansas · Great Bend Read Article