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Cheyenne Bottoms still honored to be one of the 8 Wonders of Kansas
In 2008, the Kansas Sampler Foundation announced the winners of Kansas’ most important natural or manmade wonders. Over 24,000 people from across the country cast their votes and the winners were...
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The dream grows for CKDC in Great Bend
In December, the Central Kansas Dream Center (CKDC) celebrated the opening of their recent expansion to the second floor with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. The renovation allows the CKDC to bring their...
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Extensive manhunt results in arrest of Great Bend man
Richard Musil On Tuesday, December 27 at about 7:29 a.m. Barton County Sheriff’s Deputy Sheriff Sierra Thorne observed a wanted person driving a vehicle near the intersection of 24th Street and...
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Barton County warns taxpayers that Treasurer’s Office will be closed Dec. 30
As the Barton County Commission meeting was nearing a close Tuesday morning, Commission Chair Don Davis was reading through the final announcements. Davis mentioned the Barton County Treasurer’s Office...
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Barton County curious on saving money from website maintenance
www.bartoncounty.org For the past three years, Barton County has partnered with Simplified Online Communication System (SOCS) to provide a county website presence. Along with the county’s website,...
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4th floor office remodel almost complete at Barton County Courthouse
The Barton County Attorney’s Office contracted with Brentwood Builders to remodel a room on the fourth floor of the Courthouse. Under the project, the former Environmental Management Office was updated...
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Cop Shop (12/27)
Barton County Sheriff’s Office Service Log (12/27) Chase All Units At 7:28 a.m. Richard Musil was arrested after a chase started at 24th Street & Canterbury Ln. Shots Fired At 11:54 a.m. a report...
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Barton County cuts ties with The League of Kansas Municipalities
The League of Kansas Municipalities is a membership association that was formed to advocate the interests of cities and governing bodies across the state. Barton County has paid their dues for...
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Claflin Neighborhood Revitalization Plan renewed another 5 years
Claflin City Attorney Bob Suelter approached the Barton County Commission Tuesday morning to extend a Neighborhood Revitalization Plan for the City of Claflin. Suelter mentioned Claflin wants to keep...
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Getting the most from equipment, Barton County department upgrades
For a power washer to last 16 years is quite the accomplishment, according Barton County Noxious Weed Director Dale Phillips. The Noxious Weed Department’s current power washer that is used every day...
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Large records storage system to be removed from Barton County Courthouse
The Barton County Driver’s License Office will soon be removing a large item from their office on the second floor of the Barton County Courthouse. In order to meet the requirements of the Driver’s...
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Listen to Wednesday’s Sports Day show (12/28)
Otis-Bison High School boys’ basketball coach Curtis Little is on the show to talk about his top-ranked Cougars team. Webby and Cole also discuss K-State’s bowl game against Texas A&M....
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Police arrest 24-year old male after stabbing altercation in Great Bend
On Wednesday, December 28 at approximately 3:15 p.m. Great Bend Police Department officers were dispatched to the area of 2507 11th Street in reference to a man who had been stabbed. Upon arrival they...
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Top stories in 2016 from Great Bend Post
2016 was a busy year in the Barton County area, with many headlines surprising us, making us mad, or pulling at our heartstrings. Greatbendpost.com listed some of the top stories of 2016 based on views...
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New technology aiding Juvenile Services in Barton County
The judicial system and courts in the United States continue to find and alter ways to keep criminals and offenders out of prison. One method to avoid incarceration developed in the 1980s was...
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Blocked off Jack Kilby Square in Great Bend expected until May
The view south of the Barton County Courthouse looks rough with a tall metal fence and construction pieces throughout. Although that view will remain until May, the City of Great Bend is excited about...
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GBRC indoor soccer leagues now forming
The Great Bend Recreation Commission is forming the Indoor Soccer Leagues for any interested boys and girls in the 2nd , 3rd , 4th , 5th , 6th , 7th , and 8th grades. Registration begins Monday,...
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Listen to Tuesday’s Sports Day show (1/3)
Webby and Cole try to figure out how to fill the extra five minutes of the revamped 35-minute sports show. Chiefs, Bowl games, and Shrine Bowl selections help fill the time....
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Short agenda addresses Great Bend’s focus to get back to building relationships
It might have been a record-setting time for the Great Bend City Council meeting Tuesday evening. Starting at 7:29 p.m. and finishing at 7:36 p.m., the seven-minute meeting that had a light agenda...
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GBRC Indoor Soccer Instructional Program now forming
The Great Bend Recreation Commission is forming Indoor Soccer Instructional program for any interested boys and girls in the Kindergarten or 1st grade. Registration begins Monday, January 9 th at the...
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