Construction is well underway on the top floors of the High Rise in Great Bend. The old finishes are being removed to make way for modern, new, materials arriving soon. Learn more about the multi-million dollar renovation happening at the High Rise Apartments by visiting the website: <a href="http://www.gbhaks.com/?fbclid=IwAR1zEaak7271BIRo8O8ifbcxWu8BqmWjlhy3yq8TgHWTtnAakwyssOYwg-Y" target="_blank">www.gbhaks.com.</a>

You can also apply for low income senior housing if you know someone who is interested and in need. The High Rise is building their waiting list now, and will be leasing new units by the end of the year.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Construction is well underway on the top floors of the High Rise in Great Bend. The old finishes are being removed to make way for modern, new, materials arriving soon. Learn more about the multi-million dollar renovation happening at the High Rise Apartments by visiting the website: <a href="http://www.gbhaks.com/?fbclid=IwAR1zEaak7271BIRo8O8ifbcxWu8BqmWjlhy3yq8TgHWTtnAakwyssOYwg-Y" target="_blank">www.gbhaks.com.</a> You can also apply for low income senior housing if you know someone who is interested and in need. The High Rise is building their waiting list now, and will be leasing new units by the end of the year.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Removal process continues in High Rise renovation 

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The makeover at the two sets of tennis courts at Veterans Memorial Park
in Great Bend received another aesthetic enhancement last week. The Great Bend
Recreation Commission received the windscreens nearly three weeks ago and had
time to install them Friday, July 23. 

The windscreens wrap around the newly
installed fencing and feature a “Great Bend Tennis” imprinted logo on the south
side of the courts. 

GBRC Assistant Superintendent Chris Umphres said there is
not much left to do at the tennis courts that received new fencing, concrete
work, windscreens, tables, bleachers and shade structures. 
"We also have shade structures we need to put up on the east side to match what we did on the west side," said Umphres. "We have them but that will be a city project that they will handle in-house." 
The $10,871 purchase for the windscreens comes with a five-year warranty and
provides a 22% wind pass-through rate and a 78% shade factor.

Further to the
south, the process to install artificial turf on the infields at the five
ballfields at the Great Bend Sports Complex is underway with Hellas
Construction. 
"They did their core drilling to see what the ground was like," said Umphres. "They're doing some surveying to see how much ground they need to take off. They're planning on bringing the crews out the second week of August to get started." 
Hellas Construction has until Feb. 1, 2022 to complete the
installation but are looking to finish the job as soon as possible with the
unpredictable Kansas weather. 
The Recreation Commission along with the City of Great Bend and USD 428 collaborated
for the $1.36 million turf installation project.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/7/1627052525741.jpeg" alt="Great Bend Recreation Commission staff installed the new windscreens at the Veterans Memorial Park tennis courts Friday, July 23, 2021." />
 <figcaption>Great Bend Recreation Commission staff installed the new windscreens at the Veterans Memorial Park tennis courts Friday, July 23, 2021.</figcaption>
 </figure>By COLE REIF Great Bend PostThe makeover at the two sets of tennis courts at Veterans Memorial Park
in Great Bend received another aesthetic enhancement last week. The Great Bend
Recreation Commission received the windscreens nearly three weeks ago and had
time to install them Friday, July 23. The windscreens wrap around the newly
installed fencing and feature a “Great Bend Tennis” imprinted logo on the south
side of the courts. GBRC Assistant Superintendent Chris Umphres said there is
not much left to do at the tennis courts that received new fencing, concrete
work, windscreens, tables, bleachers and shade structures. 
"We also have shade structures we need to put up on the east side to match what we did on the west side," said Umphres. "We have them but that will be a city project that they will handle in-house." 
The $10,871 purchase for the windscreens comes with a five-year warranty and
provides a 22% wind pass-through rate and a 78% shade factor. Further to the
south, the process to install artificial turf on the infields at the five
ballfields at the Great Bend Sports Complex is underway with Hellas
Construction. 
"They did their core drilling to see what the ground was like," said Umphres. "They're doing some surveying to see how much ground they need to take off. They're planning on bringing the crews out the second week of August to get started." 
Hellas Construction has until Feb. 1, 2022 to complete the
installation but are looking to finish the job as soon as possible with the
unpredictable Kansas weather. 
The Recreation Commission along with the City of Great Bend and USD 428 collaborated
for the $1.36 million turf installation project.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Moving along with tennis courts/turf projects in Great Bend

U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. joined his colleagues in introducing the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.paul.senate.gov/sites/default/files/page-attachments/BAI21446.pdf" target="_blank">Travel Mask Mandate Repeal Act of 2021</a>, legislation to prohibit the imposition of mask mandates on public transportation.

“Unelected bureaucrats don’t make laws, Congress does. After over a year of battling COVID-19, communities and states have reopened, and our nation has finally regained a sense of normalcy,”&nbsp;said Senator Marshall.&nbsp;“It’s past time for the federal government to restore Americans’ freedoms and remove these unnecessary rules.”

The Travel Mask Mandate Repeal Act of 2021 is led by Senator Rand Paul and cosponsored by Senators Marshall, Mike Braun, Tom Cotton, and Roger Wicker. You can read the Travel Mask Mandate Repeal Act of 2021 in its entirety&nbsp;<a href="https://www.paul.senate.gov/sites/default/files/page-attachments/BAI21446.pdf" target="_blank">HERE</a>.

U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. joined his colleagues in introducing the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.paul.senate.gov/sites/default/files/page-attachments/BAI21446.pdf" target="_blank">Travel Mask Mandate Repeal Act of 2021</a>, legislation to prohibit the imposition of mask mandates on public transportation.“Unelected bureaucrats don’t make laws, Congress does. After over a year of battling COVID-19, communities and states have reopened, and our nation has finally regained a sense of normalcy,”&nbsp;said Senator Marshall.&nbsp;“It’s past time for the federal government to restore Americans’ freedoms and remove these unnecessary rules.”The Travel Mask Mandate Repeal Act of 2021 is led by Senator Rand Paul and cosponsored by Senators Marshall, Mike Braun, Tom Cotton, and Roger Wicker. You can read the Travel Mask Mandate Repeal Act of 2021 in its entirety&nbsp;<a href="https://www.paul.senate.gov/sites/default/files/page-attachments/BAI21446.pdf" target="_blank">HERE</a>.

Sen. Marshall bill repeals mask mandates on public transportation

Tickets for the Barton Community College Foundation’s 42nd Annual Big Benefit Auction, themed “Life’s a Beach,” are on sale now through Aug. 16. 

The auction will take place on Aug. 28. Tickets (which include 2 hours of complimentary beer &amp; food) can be purchased by calling the Barton Foundation office at (620) 792-9306 or by sending an email to mccormickd@bartonccc.edu.

Tickets are $45 each or $360 per table of eight. Seating is limited. Doors open at 6 p.m. at the Great Bend Columbus Club. Auction starts at 8 p.m.

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 </figure>Tickets for the Barton Community College Foundation’s 42nd Annual Big Benefit Auction, themed “Life’s a Beach,” are on sale now through Aug. 16. The auction will take place on Aug. 28. Tickets (which include 2 hours of complimentary beer &amp; food) can be purchased by calling the Barton Foundation office at (620) 792-9306 or by sending an email to mccormickd@bartonccc.edu.Tickets are $45 each or $360 per table of eight. Seating is limited. Doors open at 6 p.m. at the Great Bend Columbus Club. Auction starts at 8 p.m.

Tickets on sale for Barton Foundation's auction

Barton County will receive $5,007,269 in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding for recovery from the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The county is asking residents to participate in a brief survey to help the Barton County Commission develop an effective spending plan focused on where the funds are most needed.

The survey asks to rank the top three priorities for the need of funding. Options include 911 communications, childcare, economic development, public building improvements, law enforcement, premium pay for essential workers, payroll and covered benefits for people dedicated to COVID-19 response, technology, ventilation improvements in congregate areas and water and sewer.

A link to the survey can be reached by clicking <a href="https://forms.office.com/r/V7YvuN710T">HERE</a>.

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 </figure>Barton County will receive $5,007,269 in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding for recovery from the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.The county is asking residents to participate in a brief survey to help the Barton County Commission develop an effective spending plan focused on where the funds are most needed.The survey asks to rank the top three priorities for the need of funding. Options include 911 communications, childcare, economic development, public building improvements, law enforcement, premium pay for essential workers, payroll and covered benefits for people dedicated to COVID-19 response, technology, ventilation improvements in congregate areas and water and sewer.The survey must be completed by Aug. 15.A link to the survey can be reached by clicking <a href="https://forms.office.com/r/V7YvuN710T">HERE</a>.

Fill out survey on how Barton County should spend ARPA funding

Do you know of a good story of a person, business or organization working to make the Barton County area better or a little brighter? Maybe an unsung hero? Share your stories to the “<a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/246044026597234">Tell Me Something Good! Barton County</a>” Facebook page. You can also email your ideas to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:cole.reif@eagleradio.net">cole.reif@eagleradio.net</a>&nbsp;or <a href="mailto:ken.carpenter@eagleradio.net">ken.carpenter@eagleradio.net</a>. Share the positivity with Eagle Communications! Eagle Communications reserves all rights on selection of stories submitted.

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Tell me something good! Barton County

Sign up for Party in the Park mud volleyball tournament

By COLE REIF&nbsp; Great Bend Post

Work has been ongoing for nearly a year, and now Sunflower Diversified
Services is ready for the grand opening of their new Recycling Center drop-off
site. Last October, it was publicly announced that Sunflower purchased the old
Pro-Tint building on west 10th Street, just to the west of their
current recycling center. With a growing recycling department, Sunflower needed
more room for their services. 

Shawn Bates, Sunflower director of production,
said everyone is excited for the grand opening of the new facility at the end
of the month. 
"All of the people we serve are excited," said Bates. "We have new signage that will make it easier for people to recycle." 
The new facility will allow citizens
to easily identify where their items need to be placed. Sunflower serves
children and adults with developmental disabilities and will still have client
employees helping customers unload and sort their recycling. The drop-off site
will be located at the three south bays of the new building. The grand opening
at 5605 10th Street will be from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 31. 
"We have prizes we're giving away every half hour," said Bates. "We're also having a sidewalk sale at the UPS store that we didn't have earlier because of the weather. Go to the sidewalk sale, come across and get a hotdog and a bottle of water." 
Sunflower collected four million pounds of recyclables in 2020. The old
recycling facility will be used for storage for the UPS store.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>By COLE REIF&nbsp; Great Bend PostWork has been ongoing for nearly a year, and now Sunflower Diversified
Services is ready for the grand opening of their new Recycling Center drop-off
site. Last October, it was publicly announced that Sunflower purchased the old
Pro-Tint building on west 10th Street, just to the west of their
current recycling center. With a growing recycling department, Sunflower needed
more room for their services. Shawn Bates, Sunflower director of production,
said everyone is excited for the grand opening of the new facility at the end
of the month. 
"All of the people we serve are excited," said Bates. "We have new signage that will make it easier for people to recycle." 
The new facility will allow citizens
to easily identify where their items need to be placed. Sunflower serves
children and adults with developmental disabilities and will still have client
employees helping customers unload and sort their recycling. The drop-off site
will be located at the three south bays of the new building. The grand opening
at 5605 10th Street will be from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 31. 
"We have prizes we're giving away every half hour," said Bates. "We're also having a sidewalk sale at the UPS store that we didn't have earlier because of the weather. Go to the sidewalk sale, come across and get a hotdog and a bottle of water." 
Sunflower collected four million pounds of recyclables in 2020. The old
recycling facility will be used for storage for the UPS store.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Expanding recycling in Great Bend

Hear this week's County Edition show with Eagle Radio's Steve Webster and Barton County Attorney Levi Morris that aired July 22, 2021.

The County Edition program airs every Thursday at 11:05 a.m. on 1590 KVGB &amp; 95.5 FM.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Hear this week's County Edition show with Eagle Radio's Steve Webster and Barton County Attorney Levi Morris that aired July 22, 2021.<div><iframe width="100%" height="265" src="https://clyp.it/ipbzchwi/widget" frameborder="0"></iframe></div>The County Edition program airs every Thursday at 11:05 a.m. on 1590 KVGB &amp; 95.5 FM.&nbsp;

🎧County Edition: County Attorney Levi Morris

It is your chance to win! View the Contests page on Great Bend Post to see what contests/giveaways are currently being promoted. View the page by clicking <a href="https://greatbendpost.com/category/contests">HERE</a>!

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Eagle Radio CONTESTS

It’s a two-minute recap of the headlines that broke this past week in the Golden Belt.

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 <figcaption>Elias Trejo. Law enforcement authorities investigating a man's death in Great Bend have located a Person of Interest identified as 36-year-old Trejo.</figcaption>
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Eagle Radio's News Week in Review

Today Sunny and hot, with a high near 98. South southwest wind 8 to 10 mph.

Tonight A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4 am. Mostly clear, with a low around 72. South southeast wind 5 to 10 mph becoming light after midnight.

Sunday A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 1 pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 96. East southeast wind 6 to 13 mph.

Sunday Night A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 70. East wind 5 to 10 mph becoming light southeast after midnight.

Monday A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 1 pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 92. Southeast wind 6 to 10 mph.

Monday Night Partly cloudy, with a low around 70.

Tuesday Sunny, with a high near 95.

Tuesday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 72.

Wednesday Sunny and hot, with a high near 99.

Wednesday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 75.

Thursday Sunny and hot, with a high near 101.

Thursday Night Partly cloudy, with a low around 75.

Friday Mostly sunny and hot, with a high near 98.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Today Sunny and hot, with a high near 98. South southwest wind 8 to 10 mph.Tonight A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4 am. Mostly clear, with a low around 72. South southeast wind 5 to 10 mph becoming light after midnight.Sunday A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 1 pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 96. East southeast wind 6 to 13 mph.Sunday Night A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 70. East wind 5 to 10 mph becoming light southeast after midnight.Monday A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 1 pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 92. Southeast wind 6 to 10 mph.Monday Night Partly cloudy, with a low around 70.Tuesday Sunny, with a high near 95.Tuesday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 72.Wednesday Sunny and hot, with a high near 99.Wednesday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 75.Thursday Sunny and hot, with a high near 101.Thursday Night Partly cloudy, with a low around 75.Friday Mostly sunny and hot, with a high near 98.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Weekend Forecast

Evan Reed grew up in Santa Clarita, California where he graduated from
high school in 2016. Reed studied theater at a community college, spent a year
as an intern at Walt Disney in Orlando, Florida and then returned to California
to start his master’s degree. 

Reed realized he wanted to take a different route
and now finds himself in St. John, Kansas. 
"I always wanted to do a Peace Corps mission and I saw there was an opportunity domestically with AmeriCorps," said Reed. "I was looking at any arts-related AmeriCorps opportunities and St. John was one of the few that was up my alley and is exactly what I want to do professionally." 
Reed relocated to St. John July 20 and will stay for a year to serve as an arts-focused
AmeriCorps VISTA. He will work closely with the Gray Photography Studio in St.
John to enhance the arts in rural Kansas. Along with increasing the art
programming in Stafford County, Reed will work to get the studio on Main Street
to become more functional as a community arts center. 
"The opportunity to work with such a historical structure with such an immense background is really unique," said Reed. "The space itself has a lot of potential. The options are endless."

The Stafford County Economic Development helped secure a $50,000 grant from the
Kansas Historical Society to help renovate the studio. W.R. Gray bought the building
in 1905 where his family lived and also created and displayed thousands of
photographs over the years. Over time, the building started deteriorating but an
initiative over recent years has been made to restore the art studio.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/7/1626984552418.jpeg" alt="Evan Reed, AmeriCorps VISTA in St. John, was a guest on the "Focus on Stafford County" show on 1590 KVGB &amp; 95.5 FM July 22, 2021." />
 <figcaption>Evan Reed, AmeriCorps VISTA in St. John, was a guest on the "Focus on Stafford County" show on 1590 KVGB &amp; 95.5 FM July 22, 2021.</figcaption>
 </figure>By COLE REIF Great Bend PostEvan Reed grew up in Santa Clarita, California where he graduated from
high school in 2016. Reed studied theater at a community college, spent a year
as an intern at Walt Disney in Orlando, Florida and then returned to California
to start his master’s degree. Reed realized he wanted to take a different route
and now finds himself in St. John, Kansas. 
"I always wanted to do a Peace Corps mission and I saw there was an opportunity domestically with AmeriCorps," said Reed. "I was looking at any arts-related AmeriCorps opportunities and St. John was one of the few that was up my alley and is exactly what I want to do professionally." 
Reed relocated to St. John July 20 and will stay for a year to serve as an arts-focused
AmeriCorps VISTA. He will work closely with the Gray Photography Studio in St.
John to enhance the arts in rural Kansas. Along with increasing the art
programming in Stafford County, Reed will work to get the studio on Main Street
to become more functional as a community arts center. 
"The opportunity to work with such a historical structure with such an immense background is really unique," said Reed. "The space itself has a lot of potential. The options are endless."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/7/1626984737496.jpeg" alt="Gray Photography Studio in St. John, KS" />
 <figcaption>Gray Photography Studio in St. John, KS</figcaption>
 </figure>The Stafford County Economic Development helped secure a $50,000 grant from the
Kansas Historical Society to help renovate the studio. W.R. Gray bought the building
in 1905 where his family lived and also created and displayed thousands of
photographs over the years. Over time, the building started deteriorating but an
initiative over recent years has been made to restore the art studio.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

From Cali to St. John, KS: Reed bringing art to rural America

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) has issued several public health advisories for Kansas lakes due to blue-green algae.

Warning Gathering Pond at Milford, Geary County Milford Lake&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDAsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMTA3MjIuNDM1Nzg3NDEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL2tkaGVrcy5nb3YvYWxnYWUtaWxsbmVzcy9kb3dubG9hZC9taWxmb3JkLWxha2Utem9uZWQucGRmP3V0bV9tZWRpdW09ZW1haWwmdXRtX3NvdXJjZT1nb3ZkZWxpdmVyeSJ9.gCAdX5amepC9FXgExb1beHI2jd91y6vStfRy4Dh-RPg/s/1305943097/br/109783929877-l" target="_blank">Zone C</a>, Geary County Harvey County East Lake, Harvey County Altamont City Lake “Idle Hour” Main Lake, Labette County Big Hill Lake, Labette County Parsons Lake, Labette County (new) Marion County Lake, Marion County (upgraded 7/22) Melvern Outlet Pond, Osage County (upgraded 7/22) Webster Reservoir, Rooks County Jerry Ivey Pond, Saline County Hargis Lake, Sumner County (new) Big Eleven Lake, Wyandotte County

Watch Brown State Fishing Lake, Brown County Mission Lake Horton, Brown County Milford Lake&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDEsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMTA3MjIuNDM1Nzg3NDEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL2tkaGVrcy5nb3YvYWxnYWUtaWxsbmVzcy9kb3dubG9hZC9taWxmb3JkLWxha2Utem9uZWQucGRmP3V0bV9tZWRpdW09ZW1haWwmdXRtX3NvdXJjZT1nb3ZkZWxpdmVyeSJ9.2803MvOkEXKz6afnc0S_oY9gN3ewG5zc3MIiLTOZTvk/s/1305943097/br/109783929877-l" target="_blank">Zones A</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDIsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMTA3MjIuNDM1Nzg3NDEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL2tkaGVrcy5nb3YvYWxnYWUtaWxsbmVzcy9kb3dubG9hZC9taWxmb3JkLWxha2Utem9uZWQucGRmP3V0bV9tZWRpdW09ZW1haWwmdXRtX3NvdXJjZT1nb3ZkZWxpdmVyeSJ9.dP8UJnCWs26iG4vLQDPvsSTmLPkiisWFhIu-TNtuPv8/s/1305943097/br/109783929877-l" target="_blank">B</a>, Geary County South Lake, Johnson County Altamont City Lake “Idle Hour” North Lake, Labette County Marion Reservoir, Marion County (downgraded 7/22) Overbook City Lake, Osage County Agra City Lake, Phillips County Atwood Township Lake, Rawlins County

Advisories Lifted 7/22/21 Herington Reservoir (New City Lake), Dickinson County Herington City Lake (Old Lake), Dickinson County Geary State Fishing Lake, Geary County Horsethief Reservoir, Hodgeman County Linn Valley Lake, Linn County River Pond below Tuttle Reservoir, Riley County

When a warning is issued, KDHE recommends the following precautions be taken:

A watch means that blue-green algae have been detected and a harmful algal bloom is present or likely to develop. People are encouraged to avoid areas of algae accumulation and keep pets and livestock away from the water.

During the watch status, KDHE recommends the following precautions be taken:

direct contact with water, and wash with clean water after any contact.

KDHE investigates publicly-accessible bodies of water for blue-green algae when the agency receives reports of potential algae blooms in Kansas lakes. Based on credible field observation and sampling results, KDHE reports on potentially harmful conditions.

Signs of a possible bloom include if there is scum, a paint-like surface or the water is bright green, avoid contact and keep pets away. These are indications that a harmful bloom may be present. Pet owners should be aware that animals that swim in or drink water affected by a harmful algal bloom or eat dried algae along the shore may become seriously ill or die.

For information on blue-green algae and reporting potential harmful algal blooms, please visit&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDMsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMTA3MjIuNDM1Nzg3NDEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwOi8vd3d3LmtkaGVrcy5nb3YvYWxnYWUtaWxsbmVzcy9pbmRleC5odG0_dXRtX21lZGl1bT1lbWFpbCZ1dG1fc291cmNlPWdvdmRlbGl2ZXJ5In0.mheVu7muG3tZwFtZSJ_1wH-D3ZSFHNHCBXvjEwGDCrY/s/1305943097/br/109783929877-l" target="_blank">www.kdheks.gov/algae-illness/index.htm</a>.

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 </figure>The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) has issued several public health advisories for Kansas lakes due to blue-green algae.Active AdvisoriesWarning Gathering Pond at Milford, Geary County Milford Lake&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDAsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMTA3MjIuNDM1Nzg3NDEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL2tkaGVrcy5nb3YvYWxnYWUtaWxsbmVzcy9kb3dubG9hZC9taWxmb3JkLWxha2Utem9uZWQucGRmP3V0bV9tZWRpdW09ZW1haWwmdXRtX3NvdXJjZT1nb3ZkZWxpdmVyeSJ9.gCAdX5amepC9FXgExb1beHI2jd91y6vStfRy4Dh-RPg/s/1305943097/br/109783929877-l" target="_blank">Zone C</a>, Geary County Harvey County East Lake, Harvey County Altamont City Lake “Idle Hour” Main Lake, Labette County Big Hill Lake, Labette County Parsons Lake, Labette County (new) Marion County Lake, Marion County (upgraded 7/22) Melvern Outlet Pond, Osage County (upgraded 7/22) Webster Reservoir, Rooks County Jerry Ivey Pond, Saline County Hargis Lake, Sumner County (new) Big Eleven Lake, Wyandotte CountyWatch Brown State Fishing Lake, Brown County Mission Lake Horton, Brown County Milford Lake&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDEsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMTA3MjIuNDM1Nzg3NDEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL2tkaGVrcy5nb3YvYWxnYWUtaWxsbmVzcy9kb3dubG9hZC9taWxmb3JkLWxha2Utem9uZWQucGRmP3V0bV9tZWRpdW09ZW1haWwmdXRtX3NvdXJjZT1nb3ZkZWxpdmVyeSJ9.2803MvOkEXKz6afnc0S_oY9gN3ewG5zc3MIiLTOZTvk/s/1305943097/br/109783929877-l" target="_blank">Zones A</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDIsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMTA3MjIuNDM1Nzg3NDEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL2tkaGVrcy5nb3YvYWxnYWUtaWxsbmVzcy9kb3dubG9hZC9taWxmb3JkLWxha2Utem9uZWQucGRmP3V0bV9tZWRpdW09ZW1haWwmdXRtX3NvdXJjZT1nb3ZkZWxpdmVyeSJ9.dP8UJnCWs26iG4vLQDPvsSTmLPkiisWFhIu-TNtuPv8/s/1305943097/br/109783929877-l" target="_blank">B</a>, Geary County South Lake, Johnson County Altamont City Lake “Idle Hour” North Lake, Labette County Marion Reservoir, Marion County (downgraded 7/22) Overbook City Lake, Osage County Agra City Lake, Phillips County Atwood Township Lake, Rawlins CountyAdvisories Lifted 7/22/21 Herington Reservoir (New City Lake), Dickinson County Herington City Lake (Old Lake), Dickinson County Geary State Fishing Lake, Geary County Horsethief Reservoir, Hodgeman County Linn Valley Lake, Linn County River Pond below Tuttle Reservoir, Riley CountyWhen a warning is issued, KDHE recommends the following precautions be taken:<ul>
 <li>Lake water is not safe to drink for pets or livestock.</li><li>Lake water, regardless of blue-green algae status, should never be consumed by humans.</li><li>Water contact should be avoided.</li><li>Fish may be eaten if they are rinsed with clean water and only the fillet portion is consumed, while all other parts are discarded.</li><li>Do not allow pets to eat dried algae.</li><li>If lake water contacts skin, wash with clean water as soon as possible.</li><li>Avoid areas of visible algae accumulation.</li>
 </ul>A watch means that blue-green algae have been detected and a harmful algal bloom is present or likely to develop. People are encouraged to avoid areas of algae accumulation and keep pets and livestock away from the water.During the watch status, KDHE recommends the following precautions be taken:<ul>
 <li>Signage will be posted at all public access locations.</li><li>Water may be unsafe for humans/animals.</li><li>Avoid areas of algae accumulation and do not let people/pets eat dried algae or drink contaminated water.</li><li>Swimming, wading, skiing and jet skiing are discouraged near visible blooms.</li><li>Boating and fishing are safe. However, inhalation of the spray may affect some individuals. Avoid</li>
 </ul>direct contact with water, and wash with clean water after any contact.<ul>
 <li>Clean fish well with potable water and eat fillet portion only.</li>
 </ul>KDHE investigates publicly-accessible bodies of water for blue-green algae when the agency receives reports of potential algae blooms in Kansas lakes. Based on credible field observation and sampling results, KDHE reports on potentially harmful conditions.Signs of a possible bloom include if there is scum, a paint-like surface or the water is bright green, avoid contact and keep pets away. These are indications that a harmful bloom may be present. Pet owners should be aware that animals that swim in or drink water affected by a harmful algal bloom or eat dried algae along the shore may become seriously ill or die.For information on blue-green algae and reporting potential harmful algal blooms, please visit&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDMsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMTA3MjIuNDM1Nzg3NDEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwOi8vd3d3LmtkaGVrcy5nb3YvYWxnYWUtaWxsbmVzcy9pbmRleC5odG0_dXRtX21lZGl1bT1lbWFpbCZ1dG1fc291cmNlPWdvdmRlbGl2ZXJ5In0.mheVu7muG3tZwFtZSJ_1wH-D3ZSFHNHCBXvjEwGDCrY/s/1305943097/br/109783929877-l" target="_blank">www.kdheks.gov/algae-illness/index.htm</a>.

Public health advisories for Kansas lakes due to blue-green algae

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By KEN CARPENTER Great Bend Post

This year will be the fourth year the&nbsp;Pawnee County Fair is hosting a steak cookoff. In fact, there will be&nbsp;one&nbsp;competition on Friday night and two more on Saturday.&nbsp;&nbsp;

76 contestants will be cooking an inch-and-a-quarter thick ribeye to see&nbsp;who will be crowned the best cook. The winner will receive a $1,000 prize and an invitation to participate in the&nbsp;Steak Cooking Association’s World Championship cookoff next March.&nbsp; With three cookoffs, there could be three different winners. Or one cook could win all three competitions.

Cory Johnson is organizing the cookoff events at the fair.&nbsp;He says there will be contestants from as far away as Florida taking part this year.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The contest is serious business. According to Johnson, not&nbsp;just anyone can be a judge.&nbsp;&nbsp;

“We have certified judges. They&nbsp;have to&nbsp;take a class.” Johnson said.&nbsp;“We&nbsp;put on a class last year so we’ve got a bunch of local people around the area that’s taken it&nbsp;because they just want to come eat steaks. In order&nbsp;for them to&nbsp;eat a steak, they have to be a certified judge. They don’t get paid. All they do is get to eat steaks from the best cooks&nbsp;around the world.”&nbsp;

Even though&nbsp;fairgoers&nbsp;can’t eat the steaks, they&nbsp;can watch the cooks at work.&nbsp;The cookoffs are taking place near the Haas Exhibit&nbsp;Building. The&nbsp;steaks are being provided by B&amp;B Quality Meats in Larned.&nbsp;

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 </figure>By KEN CARPENTER Great Bend PostThis year will be the fourth year the&nbsp;Pawnee County Fair is hosting a steak cookoff. In fact, there will be&nbsp;one&nbsp;competition on Friday night and two more on Saturday.&nbsp;&nbsp;76 contestants will be cooking an inch-and-a-quarter thick ribeye to see&nbsp;who will be crowned the best cook. The winner will receive a $1,000 prize and an invitation to participate in the&nbsp;Steak Cooking Association’s World Championship cookoff next March.&nbsp; With three cookoffs, there could be three different winners. Or one cook could win all three competitions.Cory Johnson is organizing the cookoff events at the fair.&nbsp;He says there will be contestants from as far away as Florida taking part this year.&nbsp;&nbsp;The contest is serious business. According to Johnson, not&nbsp;just anyone can be a judge.&nbsp;&nbsp;“We have certified judges. They&nbsp;have to&nbsp;take a class.” Johnson said.&nbsp;“We&nbsp;put on a class last year so we’ve got a bunch of local people around the area that’s taken it&nbsp;because they just want to come eat steaks. In order&nbsp;for them to&nbsp;eat a steak, they have to be a certified judge. They don’t get paid. All they do is get to eat steaks from the best cooks&nbsp;around the world.”&nbsp;Even though&nbsp;fairgoers&nbsp;can’t eat the steaks, they&nbsp;can watch the cooks at work.&nbsp;The cookoffs are taking place near the Haas Exhibit&nbsp;Building. The&nbsp;steaks are being provided by B&amp;B Quality Meats in Larned.&nbsp;

Pawnee County Fair: Steak Cookoff  

Hear this week's City Edition episode with Eagle Radio's Steve Webster and Adam "Shake'n'Bake" Baker with Playful Airshows out of Dallas, TX. that aired July 21, 2021.&nbsp; Baker will be performing extreme aerobatics at this year’s Airfest at the Great Bend Municipal Airport.

The City Edition program airs every Wednesday at 11:30 a.m. on 1590 KVGB &amp; 95.5 FM.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Hear this week's City Edition episode with Eagle Radio's Steve Webster and Adam "Shake'n'Bake" Baker with Playful Airshows out of Dallas, TX. that aired July 21, 2021.&nbsp; Baker will be performing extreme aerobatics at this year’s Airfest at the Great Bend Municipal Airport.<div><iframe width="100%" height="265" src="https://clyp.it/byk33lb2/widget" frameborder="0"></iframe></div>The City Edition program airs every Wednesday at 11:30 a.m. on 1590 KVGB &amp; 95.5 FM.&nbsp;

🎙City Edition: Great Bend Airfest

Throughout my 32 plus years as an Extension Educator in Kansas, I have been on the receiving end of several grants to fund special projects. Eight years ago, I submitted a proposal to purchase six sewing machines plus fabric and supplies so that 4-H’ers and other youth, could help make one hundred pillow cases for the Life-Giving Center in Great Bend. We had been teaching sewing classes using a variety of sewing machines that were 30 to 40 years old and in need of repairs. A considerable amount of time at each class was spent adjusting machines to keep things moving along. By purchasing six machines that were identical we could focus our time on the sewing projects.

When filling out a grant proposal it is important to have a clear vision about the issue your project will address. In the case of the sewing machine proposal, our purpose was two-fold. Young people, ages 8-12 learned basic sewing skills and developed a sense of community service by completing charitable sewing projects. The residents of the Life-Giving Center who received the pillowcases experienced a boost to their self-esteem as they work to turn their lives around.

Our Be Well Barton County task force received a small grant to help with the development of a campground for cross country cyclists behind Central Baptist Church. The addition of an electrical charging station as well as refurbished picnic tables have been appreciated by many cyclists this summer. Another grant is funding a kiosk which will have information about our community to share with cyclists.

Fast forward to less than a month ago. I had the opportunity to apply for a Sharing Success grant through Wheatland electric. This time my request was for funds to help purchase a basic range and refrigerator for the office space we will be moving to in November. We received news early last week that we were awarded $1000 to help with this purchase. We’ll put the appliances to good use as we teach classes to youth and adults in our new space.

Grants are a vital piece in our communities’ success in funding special projects. Collaborating with community partners is definitely an important component when it comes to successful grant writing. I hope many of you reading this will take advantage of an online grant writing workshop our Cottonwood Extension District is hosting September 14th and 15th, 1-4 PM each day.

Participants in the grant writing workshop will learn:

· To conquer fears and start writing · Sources of data for community needs · Where to find grants · How to develop the grant elements; problem, outcomes, activities, evaluation, and budget.

The workshop is led by Nancy Daniels, a Community Vitality Specialist with K-State Research and Extension. I have had the pleasure of working with Nancy on other projects and she will do a great job. The cost to enroll is $60 and enrollment is limited to 30 individuals. You can find the enrollment link on our Cottonwood Extension District Web site. Feel free to reach out to either of our Cottonwood District offices if you have questions about the workshop!

Donna Krug is the District Director and Family and Consumer Science Agent with K-State Research &amp; Extension – Cottonwood District. You may reach her at: (620)793-1910 or dkrug@ksu.edu

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 </figure>Throughout my 32 plus years as an Extension Educator in Kansas, I have been on the receiving end of several grants to fund special projects. Eight years ago, I submitted a proposal to purchase six sewing machines plus fabric and supplies so that 4-H’ers and other youth, could help make one hundred pillow cases for the Life-Giving Center in Great Bend. We had been teaching sewing classes using a variety of sewing machines that were 30 to 40 years old and in need of repairs. A considerable amount of time at each class was spent adjusting machines to keep things moving along. By purchasing six machines that were identical we could focus our time on the sewing projects.When filling out a grant proposal it is important to have a clear vision about the issue your project will address. In the case of the sewing machine proposal, our purpose was two-fold. Young people, ages 8-12 learned basic sewing skills and developed a sense of community service by completing charitable sewing projects. The residents of the Life-Giving Center who received the pillowcases experienced a boost to their self-esteem as they work to turn their lives around.Our Be Well Barton County task force received a small grant to help with the development of a campground for cross country cyclists behind Central Baptist Church. The addition of an electrical charging station as well as refurbished picnic tables have been appreciated by many cyclists this summer. Another grant is funding a kiosk which will have information about our community to share with cyclists.Fast forward to less than a month ago. I had the opportunity to apply for a Sharing Success grant through Wheatland electric. This time my request was for funds to help purchase a basic range and refrigerator for the office space we will be moving to in November. We received news early last week that we were awarded $1000 to help with this purchase. We’ll put the appliances to good use as we teach classes to youth and adults in our new space.Grants are a vital piece in our communities’ success in funding special projects. Collaborating with community partners is definitely an important component when it comes to successful grant writing. I hope many of you reading this will take advantage of an online grant writing workshop our Cottonwood Extension District is hosting September 14th and 15th, 1-4 PM each day.Participants in the grant writing workshop will learn:· To conquer fears and start writing · Sources of data for community needs · Where to find grants · How to develop the grant elements; problem, outcomes, activities, evaluation, and budget.The workshop is led by Nancy Daniels, a Community Vitality Specialist with K-State Research and Extension. I have had the pleasure of working with Nancy on other projects and she will do a great job. The cost to enroll is $60 and enrollment is limited to 30 individuals. You can find the enrollment link on our Cottonwood Extension District Web site. Feel free to reach out to either of our Cottonwood District offices if you have questions about the workshop!Donna Krug is the District Director and Family and Consumer Science Agent with K-State Research &amp; Extension – Cottonwood District. You may reach her at: (620)793-1910 or dkrug@ksu.edu

KRUG: Grant writing workshop offered online

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For the seventh consecutive year, Adams Brown, Strategic Allies and CPAs, has been recognized as one of the&nbsp;largest 400 accounting firms in the U.S. by&nbsp;<a href="https://insidepublicaccounting.com/top-firms/ipa-400/" target="_blank">INSIDE Public Accounting’s (IPA) annual ranking</a>.&nbsp;

The firm rose 19 spots this year to 144, having ranked 163 in 2020 and 165 in 2019.&nbsp;In 2021, firms ranked between 101 and 200 range from $20 million to $39.4 million in annual revenue.&nbsp;

“We often hear from businesses that have outgrown their CPA firm and feel like their only other option is a large, regional firm that doesn’t understand their community and marketplace,”&nbsp;said Brian Staats, CPA, CGMA, managing partner.&nbsp; “This recognition showcases the fact that Adams Brown is a growing, local firm here to ensure&nbsp;small- and medium-sized businesses in our communities have access to&nbsp;quality accounting, audit, tax and consulting services.”

IPA’s Top 400 is the most comprehensive list of North American public accounting firms available, with more of the largest 500 firms participating than any other survey.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Founded in 1987, INSIDE Public Accounting (IPA)&nbsp;is published by The Platt Group (TPG). The Platt Group publishes the award-winning IPA newsletter every month and the annual IPA National Benchmarking Report. The Platt Group also surveys and publishes annual reports for the accounting profession in Human Resources, Firm Administration and Information Technology.

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 </figure>BUSINESS NEWSFor the seventh consecutive year, Adams Brown, Strategic Allies and CPAs, has been recognized as one of the&nbsp;largest 400 accounting firms in the U.S. by&nbsp;<a href="https://insidepublicaccounting.com/top-firms/ipa-400/" target="_blank">INSIDE Public Accounting’s (IPA) annual ranking</a>.&nbsp;The firm rose 19 spots this year to 144, having ranked 163 in 2020 and 165 in 2019.&nbsp;In 2021, firms ranked between 101 and 200 range from $20 million to $39.4 million in annual revenue.&nbsp;“We often hear from businesses that have outgrown their CPA firm and feel like their only other option is a large, regional firm that doesn’t understand their community and marketplace,”&nbsp;said Brian Staats, CPA, CGMA, managing partner.&nbsp; “This recognition showcases the fact that Adams Brown is a growing, local firm here to ensure&nbsp;small- and medium-sized businesses in our communities have access to&nbsp;quality accounting, audit, tax and consulting services.”IPA’s Top 400 is the most comprehensive list of North American public accounting firms available, with more of the largest 500 firms participating than any other survey.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Founded in 1987, INSIDE Public Accounting (IPA)&nbsp;is published by The Platt Group (TPG). The Platt Group publishes the award-winning IPA newsletter every month and the annual IPA National Benchmarking Report. The Platt Group also surveys and publishes annual reports for the accounting profession in Human Resources, Firm Administration and Information Technology.

Adams Brown ranks as 144th largest firm in the U.S.

On this episode of Forward Ever: Leading in Challenging Times host Gary Shorman speaks with&nbsp;Fort Hays State University president Tisa Mason.

<div><iframe title="Forward Ever: FHSU president Tisa Mason" allowtransparency="true" height="300" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=nhhwx-1097dd2-pb&from=pb6admin&square=1&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=f6f6f6&font-color=auto&btn-skin=3267a3&size=300" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div>On this episode of Forward Ever: Leading in Challenging Times host Gary Shorman speaks with&nbsp;Fort Hays State University president Tisa Mason.

🎤Forward Ever: FHSU president Tisa Mason

ELLSWORTH COUNTY— Authorities continue their investigation of Thursday's&nbsp; natural gas pipeline explosion and fire in an Ellsworth County pasture, according to North Natural Gas spokesperson Johanna Dewald.

The explosion ignited a large fire along Interstate 70 northeast of Ellsworth. Northern Natural shut off the gas to the pipeline and that helped crews extinguish the fire about 3:30p.m.

Northern Natural is working with local officials to learn what caused the explosion. In addition, the company will do their own investigation and the outcome will take several weeks, according to Dewald.

This is the company's second incident in just over a week. On July 16,&nbsp; Northern Natural crews were doing&nbsp; work at an underground storage facility southeast of Lyons when something happened with a valve that caused a release of natural gas.

The company evacuated residents within a one-mile radius of the area and closed all access to roads until they repaired damage.

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 </figure>ELLSWORTH COUNTY— Authorities continue their investigation of Thursday's&nbsp; natural gas pipeline explosion and fire in an Ellsworth County pasture, according to North Natural Gas spokesperson Johanna Dewald.The explosion ignited a large fire along Interstate 70 northeast of Ellsworth. Northern Natural shut off the gas to the pipeline and that helped crews extinguish the fire about 3:30p.m.Northern Natural is working with local officials to learn what caused the explosion. In addition, the company will do their own investigation and the outcome will take several weeks, according to Dewald.This is the company's second incident in just over a week. On July 16,&nbsp; Northern Natural crews were doing&nbsp; work at an underground storage facility southeast of Lyons when something happened with a valve that caused a release of natural gas.The company evacuated residents within a one-mile radius of the area and closed all access to roads until they repaired damage.

Company: Weeks to learn cause of pipeline explosion

Hear this month's Cheyenne Bottoms show with Eagle Radio's Steve Webster and Area Wildlife Manager Jason Wagner that aired July 21, 2021.

The Cheyenne Bottoms Show airs the third Wednesday of every month at 8:30 a.m. on 1590 KVGB &amp; 95.5 FM.&nbsp;

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🎤Cheyenne Bottoms Show: Manager Jason Wagner

Barton County Sheriff’s
Office Incident Log (7/22) 
 
K-9 Use / Call Out 
 
At 11:12 p.m. the K-9 was used at Railroad Avenue &amp; Main Street. 
 
Battery 
 
At 10:19 p.m. a report of battery was made at 1408 Kansas Avenue. 
 
Traffic Arrest 
 
At 8:45 p.m. a traffic arrest was made at 29th Street &amp;
Washington Avenue. 
 
K-9 Use / Call Out 
 
At 5:29 p.m. the K-9 was used at S. US 281 Highway at MM 80. 
 
Non-Injury Accident 
 
At 5:03 p.m. an accident was reported at Oil Center South Road &amp; Patton. 
 
At 12:08 p.m. an accident was reported at 163 SW 80 Avenue in Pawnee Rock. 
 
Injury Accident 
 
At 10:07 a.m. an accident was reported at NW 200 Road &amp; NW 70 Avenue. 
 
Structure Fire 
 
At 7:31 a.m. a fire was reported at 228 N. Washington Street. 
 
Criminal Damage 
 
At 12:53 a.m. criminal damage was reported at 1408 Kansas Avenue.

Great Bend Police Department Incident Log (7/22)

At 12:53 a.m. the K-9 assisted on a traffic stop at 2334 Main Street.

At 10:24 a.m. an accident was reported at 4800 10th Street.

At 11:08 a.m. a theft was reported at 2019 Lakin Avenue.

At 11:08 a.m. an accident was reported at 1000 Main Street.

At 12:25 p.m. a theft was reported at 2110 Kansas Avenue. It was returned.

At 3:19 p.m. a possible theft was reported at 1001 Main Street. No theft.

At 4:12 p.m. a possible threat was reported at 6037 Aspen Dr.

At 5:35 p.m. a fire alarm was reported at 3021 24th Street.

At 11:47 p.m. a report of hearing noises upstairs and wanting an officer to check it was made at 2703 28th Street.

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 </figure>Barton County Sheriff’s
Office Incident Log (7/22) 
 
K-9 Use / Call Out 
 
At 11:12 p.m. the K-9 was used at Railroad Avenue &amp; Main Street. 
 
Battery 
 
At 10:19 p.m. a report of battery was made at 1408 Kansas Avenue. 
 
Traffic Arrest 
 
At 8:45 p.m. a traffic arrest was made at 29th Street &amp;
Washington Avenue. 
 
K-9 Use / Call Out 
 
At 5:29 p.m. the K-9 was used at S. US 281 Highway at MM 80. 
 
Non-Injury Accident 
 
At 5:03 p.m. an accident was reported at Oil Center South Road &amp; Patton. 
 
At 12:08 p.m. an accident was reported at 163 SW 80 Avenue in Pawnee Rock. 
 
Injury Accident 
 
At 10:07 a.m. an accident was reported at NW 200 Road &amp; NW 70 Avenue. 
 
Structure Fire 
 
At 7:31 a.m. a fire was reported at 228 N. Washington Street. 
 
Criminal Damage 
 
At 12:53 a.m. criminal damage was reported at 1408 Kansas Avenue.Great Bend Police Department Incident Log (7/22)K-9 Use / Call OutAt 12:53 a.m. the K-9 assisted on a traffic stop at 2334 Main Street.Non-Injury AccidentAt 10:24 a.m. an accident was reported at 4800 10th Street.TheftAt 11:08 a.m. a theft was reported at 2019 Lakin Avenue.Non-Injury AccidentAt 11:08 a.m. an accident was reported at 1000 Main Street.TheftAt 12:25 p.m. a theft was reported at 2110 Kansas Avenue. It was returned.At 3:19 p.m. a possible theft was reported at 1001 Main Street. No theft.Threats / Criminal ThreatsAt 4:12 p.m. a possible threat was reported at 6037 Aspen Dr.Structure FireAt 5:35 p.m. a fire alarm was reported at 3021 24th Street.Burglary / In ProgressAt 11:47 p.m. a report of hearing noises upstairs and wanting an officer to check it was made at 2703 28th Street.

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