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Library’s summer hours beginThe Great Bend Public Library will be closed Sunday and Monday, May 26 and 27, in observance of Memorial Day. The library will also switch to summer hours on May 28. It will be open Monday through Wednesday from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Thursday 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.; and Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The library will be closed Sundays through Labor Day.
May 18, 2013
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Area Briefs
Blood donors could win $1,000 gift cardWICHITA - Donors who present to give blood between May 23 and 31 in honor of Memorial Day could win one of five $1,000 American Express gift cards, the American Red Cross announced. In addition, their donations will honor those who gave their life for our country and support those in need of care. The Red Cross serves about 3,000 hospitals and transfusion centers across the country, including many Veterans Affairs medical centers.
May 18, 2013
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Area Briefs
BCC Foundation honors Mary Cohen with Distinguished Service AwardThe Barton Community College Foundation honored Dr. Mary Davidson Cohen with the 2013 Distinguished Service Award during Barton's 43rd commencement on Friday. Cohen was unable to attend, but Barton Foundation Director Darnell Holopirek accepted the award on her behalf. The Distinguished Service Award was created in 1981 by the Barton Community College Foundation to recognize individuals who have shown genuine regard for, and have performed outstanding service to Barton Community College. The Barton Foundation ...
May 18, 2013
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News
Gov. Brownback addresses BCC graduatesGov. Sam Brownback congratulated students on achieving a major milestone Friday, during Barton Community College's 43rd commencement ceremony. A crowd filled the Physical Education Building, where the governor offered several pieces of advice to the graduates, starting with, "Always, always, always listen to your mother." He also encouraged them to be lifelong learners, people of integrity and pursuers of dreams. "The why of a good dream is because somebody else benefits," he said, encouraging them ...
May 18, 2013
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News
Kans for Kids announces scholarship recipientsKans for Kids announced its 2013 scholarship recipients. Any child who has received assistance from Kans for Kids is eligible to receive two scholarships from the organization upon graduation from high school and each year following while they pursue higher education.
May 18, 2013
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Education
Honor studentBarton Community College student Terra Hull, shown with President Dr. Carl Heilman, is inducted into the Alpha Sigma Lambda Honor Society on Thursday evening in the Dorothy Moses Morrison Chapel at Barton Community College. Alpha Sigma Lambda is primarily for non-traditional students. Its aim is to recognize the special achievements of adults who accomplish academic excellence while facing competing interests of home and work. Barton had 36 new members in 2013.
May 18, 2013
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Education
ImportaImportant new addition to museum collectionSRCA board member Butch Fry made an important donation to the Barton County Historical Society Museum Saturday afternoon. He presented his SRCA 1964 Record Holder jacket.
May 18, 2013
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Dr. Markiewicz brings new procedures to St. RoseTo say that Dr. Richard Markiewicz is animated when he talks about the procedures he performs would be an understatement. It is obvious he is eager to explain his minimally invasive procedures because they are the "wave of the future."
May 18, 2013
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Business
First recipients of new Information Security certificate at BCC look to bright futureBarton Community College students Orlando Hernandez and Jesse Siefkes are ecstatic. Both have taken a huge step in their educational and professional lives by earning Barton's very first certificates in Information Systems Security along with four other students.
May 18, 2013
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Education
Rosewood Wine Cellar expands opportunities with new productsRosewood Wine Cellar has been open for only four months, but already it's become a popular shopping destination in downtown Great Bend. Business has been growing for the retail gift store, which promotes work opportunities for people with developmental disabilities with every purchase made by customers.
May 18, 2013
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Business
GBRH celebrates National Hospital WeekGreat Bend Regional Hospital joined hospitals across the nation in celebration of National Hospital Week 2013 this past week.
May 18, 2013
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Business
Investing in KidsDarin Johnson presents Connie Oetken, Sunflower Diversified Services director of development, a check for $1,030 for the non-profit agency's Invest in Kids membership club. These proceeds, which will be directed to children with developmental disabilities and delays, represent a portion of a month's invoices at Darin's Auto Repair, Great Bend.
May 18, 2013
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Local News
Agents earn American Star Excellence in Customer Experience awardsMADISON, Wis. - American Family Insurance agents Rhonda J Knudson, Shawn L. Panzer and Frank Callahan Jr. have been recognized for providing outstanding customer experience under the American Star Excellence in Customer Experience Certification. They join other American Family agents who have demonstrated the highest level of commitment to outstanding customer service.
May 18, 2013
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Business
Art on the HillBarton Community College's Shafer Gallery will host an opening reception for their annual faculty and staff exhibit from 1-3 p.m. today, which will include additional artwork from an array of local artists and three featured artists.
May 18, 2013
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Archive site resultsON THE BRINKThe Associated Press NEW YORK - Back in the series, now back to Boston. The Celtics are two victories from NBA history, and from extending the Knicks' postseason futility in a most improbable manner. Kevin Garnett had 16 points and 18 rebounds and the Celtics stayed alive in the playoffs, cutting New York's lead to 3-2 with a 92-86 victory Wednesday night. The Celtics will host Game 6 on Friday night, needing two victories to ...
May 01, 2013
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AP Sports
GBMS Track & FieldOn Monday, the Great Bend Middle School hosted its junior varsity track and field team meet and competed against five other teams.
May 01, 2013
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Local Sports
Chiefs trade Arenas to Cardinals for ShermanKANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) - The Kansas City Chiefs thinned out a crowded defensive backfield by trading Javier Arenas to Arizona on Wednesday for fullback Anthony Sherman, who didn't appear to fit with new Cardinals coach Bruce Arians' offense.
May 01, 2013
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AP Sports
TO TEBOW OR NOT TO TEBOWTim Tebow is out in New York and if you listen to the smarties who offer opinions, he's done in the NFL. Let's take a look at some of these smarties.
May 01, 2013
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Local Sports
MOVING ONOne of the most improved basketball players in the Kansas Jayhawk Community College Conference Western Division this past season, Barton sophomore Andell Cumberbatch is moving on to the next level.
May 01, 2013
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Community College
OTR for May 2, 2013Barton County Sheriff A nurse tank with 5 hp Honda motor belonging to Great Bend Co-op was stolen from SW 130 Ave. and between SW 10 Road and SW 20 Road, it was reported Tuesday. Great Bend Police Theft of checks from 2012 32nd St. was reported Tuesday. Great Bend Fire Department Firefighters made seven ambulance runs Tuesday. There were no fires.
May 01, 2013
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On the Record
Zoo news: State inspection passed 'with flying colors'Great Bend's Brit Spaugh Zoo underwent an inspection Wednesday from the Kansas Board of Veterinary Examiners, and Zoo Director Scott Gregory said the facility "passed with flying colors."
May 01, 2013
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Susan
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Local News
Rec Commission’s Spring Style Show announcedThe Great Bend Recreation Commission will host a Spring Style Show at 1:15 p.m. Monday, May 6, at the Senior Center, 2005 Kansas Ave. Clothes will be provided by Maurice's, E&E Glass and Beautiful Beginnings. For more information call the Recreation Commission office, 793-3755 ext. 2 or e-mail recreation@gbrc.kscoxmail.com.
May 01, 2013
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Area Briefs
Saddle Club offers Fun DayGreat Bend Saddle Club will have a Fun Day from 2-5 p.m. on Sunday, May 19, at the Great Bend Rodeo Arena, located at the Expo grounds. There will be horse-related games and activities. Everyone is invited to come and bring a horse if you have one, but the club requests no stud animals. All ages and experience levels are welcome. Those who bring twine will be able to make their own ropes. Non-member riders ...
May 01, 2013
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Area Briefs
Dance Theatre to benefit Barton pitcher Skylar HillStudents of the Barton Community College Dance Theatre class will perform at 7 p.m. Saturday, May 11 in the Fine Arts Auditorium and freewill donations will be accepted to benefit Barton baseball player Skylar Hill in his fight against cancer.
May 01, 2013
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Area Briefs
Rick Bealer donates Cougar statue in son’s nameEmotions eventually fizzle and memories gradually fade. In an effort to maintain some potency and longevity with these fleeting elements of human nature, Barton psychology instructor Rick Bealer has donated a cougar statue to the college "In loving memory of his son, Ryan J. Bealer," who passed away in 2011.
May 01, 2013
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Jail log: April 29, 2013Booked April 29 Jennifer Wilson, Great Bend - Possession of methamphetamine and paraphernalia Luis Guerrero Jr., Chase - Driving while suspended Russell E. Coe, Otis - Aggravated battery Jeff Raybern, Ellinwood - Serve sentence James Hoy, Tennessee - Domestic battery Jessica Chapman, Great Bend - Texas warrant for forgery David Deistchle, Great Bend - Failure to appear Judith Evans, Hoisington - Battery domestic violence Kent Rich, Hoisington - Battery domestic violence Released April 29 Timothy ...
May 01, 2013
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On the Record
Charles A. ‘Jack’ WesleyGREAT BEND - Charles A. "Jack" Wesley, 63 died April 30, 2013 at Great Bend Regional Hospital. Services are pending with Bryant Funeral Home, 1425 Patton Road, Great Bend.
May 01, 2013
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Obituaries
Freeze warning issued for western Kansas...STRONG NORTH WINDS TODAY AND FREEZING TEMPERATURES EXPECTED... . STRONG NORTH WINDS WILL CONTINUE BEHIND A COLD FRONT THROUGH EARLY THIS EVENING. FREEZING TEMPERATURES ARE EXPECTED TONIGHT AND AGAIN ON THURSDAY NIGHT. TREGO-ELLIS-SCOTT-LANE-NESS-RUSH-HAMILTON-KEARNY-FINNEY-HODGEMAN- PAWNEE-STANTON-GRANT-HASKELL-GRAY-FORD-MORTON-STEVENS-SEWARD- MEADE- INCLUDING THE CITIES OF...WAKEENEY...CEDAR BLUFF RESERVOIR... HAYS...ELLIS...SCOTT CITY...DIGHTON...NESS CITY...LA CROSSE... RUSH CENTER...SYRACUSE...LAKIN...DEERFIELD...GARDEN CITY... KALVESTA...JETMORE...HANSTON...LARNED...BURDETT...JOHNSON CITY... ULYSSES...SUBLETTE...SATANTA...CIMARRON...MONTEZUMA... DODGE CITY...BUCKLIN...ELKHART...RICHFIELD...HUGOTON...MOSCOW... LIBERAL...KISMET...MEADE...FOWLER 1235 PM CDT WED MAY 1 2013 /1135 AM MDT WED MAY 1 2013/ ... WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL ...
May 01, 2013
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Local News
Santa Fe’s Dodge to Lyons stretch eliminatedEditor's Note: Local historian David Clapsaddle writes about aspects on the Santa Fe Trail. This series profiles how Santa Fe Trail freight, passengers and mail shifted from the overland trail to railways.
May 01, 2013
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