2/11 BOOKED: Moises J.R. Pineda on Great Bend Municipal Court warrants for Contempt of Court, bond set at $717.50 cash only and $515.50 cash only or 10 days in jail.

BOOKED: Lorenzo R. Jimenez on Barton County District Court case for Criminal Threat and Domestic Battery, bond set at $5,000 C/S.

BOOKED: Brandi Harrington on Barton County District Court warrant for Probation Violation, no bond set.

BOOKED: McKinley K. Payne on Barton County District Court warrant for Failure to Appear, bond set at $5,000 C/S.

BOOKED: James Weber on Barton County District Court case for Driving While Suspended, bond set at $1,000 C/S.

BOOKED: Nathan Hillegeist on Hoisington Municipal Court warrant for Failure to Appear, bond set at $1,000 C/S.

RELEASED: Moises J.R. Pineda on Great Bend Municipal Court warrants for Contempt of Court, after posting a total cash bond of $1,235.

RELEASED: Lorenzo R. Jimenez on Barton County District Court case for Criminal Threat and Domestic Battery, after posting $5,000 surety bond through Ace Bail Bonds.

RELEASED: Jessica A. Garcia on Barton County District Court warrant for Domestic Battery, after posting $1,000 surety bond through Around the Clock Bail Bonds.

RELEASED: McKinley K. Payne on Barton County District Court warrant for Failure to Appear, after posting $5,000 surety bond through Ace Bail Bonds.

RELEASED: Michael Moore on two Great Bend Municipal Court warrants for Failure to Appear, after posting total $3,000 surety bond through Ace Bail Bonds.

RELEASED: James Weber on Barton County District Court case for Driving While Suspended, after posting $1,000 surety bond through Ace Bail Bonds.

RELEASED: Nathan Hillegeist on Hoisington Municipal Court warrant for Failure to Appear, after posting $1,000 surety bond through Ace Bail Bonds.

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 </figure>2/11 BOOKED: Moises J.R. Pineda on Great Bend Municipal Court warrants for Contempt of Court, bond set at $717.50 cash only and $515.50 cash only or 10 days in jail.BOOKED: Lorenzo R. Jimenez on Barton County District Court case for Criminal Threat and Domestic Battery, bond set at $5,000 C/S.BOOKED: Brandi Harrington on Barton County District Court warrant for Probation Violation, no bond set.BOOKED: McKinley K. Payne on Barton County District Court warrant for Failure to Appear, bond set at $5,000 C/S.BOOKED: James Weber on Barton County District Court case for Driving While Suspended, bond set at $1,000 C/S.BOOKED: Nathan Hillegeist on Hoisington Municipal Court warrant for Failure to Appear, bond set at $1,000 C/S.RELEASED: Moises J.R. Pineda on Great Bend Municipal Court warrants for Contempt of Court, after posting a total cash bond of $1,235.RELEASED: Lorenzo R. Jimenez on Barton County District Court case for Criminal Threat and Domestic Battery, after posting $5,000 surety bond through Ace Bail Bonds.RELEASED: Jessica A. Garcia on Barton County District Court warrant for Domestic Battery, after posting $1,000 surety bond through Around the Clock Bail Bonds.RELEASED: McKinley K. Payne on Barton County District Court warrant for Failure to Appear, after posting $5,000 surety bond through Ace Bail Bonds.RELEASED: Michael Moore on two Great Bend Municipal Court warrants for Failure to Appear, after posting total $3,000 surety bond through Ace Bail Bonds.RELEASED: James Weber on Barton County District Court case for Driving While Suspended, after posting $1,000 surety bond through Ace Bail Bonds.RELEASED: Nathan Hillegeist on Hoisington Municipal Court warrant for Failure to Appear, after posting $1,000 surety bond through Ace Bail Bonds.

Barton County Sheriff's booking activity (2/11)

CLOSINGS AND DELAYS for Wednesday, Feb. 12

USD 355 ELLINWOOD PUBLIC SCHOOLS - CLOSED

CENTRAL KANSAS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY - CLOSED

GREAT BEND CHILDREN'S LEARNING CENTER - CLOSED

ST. JOHN'S CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER, ELLINWOOD - CLOSED

Great Bend Senior Center: No Friendship Meals, Meals on Wheels or Bus Routes.

All Great Bend Rec facilities and activities are closed and canceled on Feb. 12.

All activities at Encounter Church in Great Bend have been canceled

All appointments for Wednesday, Feb. 12 at The Center for Counseling and Consultation in Great Bend will be held via telehealth or by phone

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 </figure>Updated 6:58AM 2/12/25CLOSINGS AND DELAYS for Wednesday, Feb. 12USD 112 CENTRAL PLAINS - CLOSEDUSD 327 ELLSWORTH - CLOSEDUSD 349 STAFFORD - CLOSEDUSD 350 ST. JOHN-HUDSON - CLOSEDUSD 351 MACKSVILLE - CLOSEDUSD 355 ELLINWOOD PUBLIC SCHOOLS - CLOSEDUSD 395 LACROSSE - CLOSEDUSD 401 CHASE-RAYMOND - CLOSEDUSD 403 OTIS BISON - CLOSEDUSD 405 LYONS - CLOSEDUSD 428 GREAT BEND - CLOSEDUSD 444 LITTLE RIVER - CLOSEDUSD 495 LARNED - CLOSEDUSD 496 PAWNEE HEIGHTS - CLOSEDCENTRAL KANSAS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY - CLOSEDFORT HAYS STATE UNIVERSITY - CLOSEDGREAT BEND CHILDREN'S LEARNING CENTER - CLOSEDST. JOHN'S CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER, ELLINWOOD - CLOSEDGreat Bend Senior Center: No Friendship Meals, Meals on Wheels or Bus Routes.All Great Bend Rec facilities and activities are closed and canceled on Feb. 12.All activities at Encounter Church in Great Bend have been canceledAll appointments for Wednesday, Feb. 12 at The Center for Counseling and Consultation in Great Bend will be held via telehealth or by phone

Area delays, cancelations, and closures (Feb. 12)

Flute players and music enthusiasts will have the opportunity to listen and learn from one of the best flutists in the region as Kansas City flute player and musicologist Bryanna Beasley will present a masterclass at 3 p.m. in the Chapel in the Fine Arts Building, followed by a duet recital with Barton Guitar Instructor Aleia Gonzalez at 5 p.m. March 5 in the Dorothy Morrison Chapel in the Fine Arts Building.

The masterclass portion will provide an enriching opportunity for students and community members who play the flute to learn from Beasley. The masterclass and recital are both free and open to the public.The concert will showcase a diverse flute and guitar duet repertoire with works by Villa-Lobos, Giuliani, Chen Yi, Ibert, and Liebermann.

Beasley is a long-time Kansas City resident. She freelances in the Kansas City metro, teaching and performing as an orchestral, chamber, and church musician. She has performed with the Topeka Symphony Orchestra and Midwest Chamber Ensemble. Beasley was selected to perform a lecture recital in 2022 at the International Alliance for Women in Music conference on the topic “Musical Multiplicities: The Life and Roles of Mel Bonis through the Lens of her Sonata for Flute and Piano.” She received her Bachelor of Music degree in flute performance in 2017 studying with Dr. Mary Karen Clardy at the University of North Texas. During her master’s degree studies at the University of Missouri-Kansas City, she found a second musical side of herself as a musicologist. Beasley graduated in 2021 with a Master of Music degree in musicology, advised by Dr. William Everett, and in flute performance studying with Dr. Mary Posses.

For more information, please contact Gonzales at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:gonzaleza@bartonccc.edu">gonzaleza@bartonccc.edu</a>&nbsp;or (620) 792-9289.

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 </figure>Story by Joe VinduskaFlute players and music enthusiasts will have the opportunity to listen and learn from one of the best flutists in the region as Kansas City flute player and musicologist Bryanna Beasley will present a masterclass at 3 p.m. in the Chapel in the Fine Arts Building, followed by a duet recital with Barton Guitar Instructor Aleia Gonzalez at 5 p.m. March 5 in the Dorothy Morrison Chapel in the Fine Arts Building.The masterclass portion will provide an enriching opportunity for students and community members who play the flute to learn from Beasley. The masterclass and recital are both free and open to the public.The concert will showcase a diverse flute and guitar duet repertoire with works by Villa-Lobos, Giuliani, Chen Yi, Ibert, and Liebermann.Beasley is a long-time Kansas City resident. She freelances in the Kansas City metro, teaching and performing as an orchestral, chamber, and church musician. She has performed with the Topeka Symphony Orchestra and Midwest Chamber Ensemble. Beasley was selected to perform a lecture recital in 2022 at the International Alliance for Women in Music conference on the topic “Musical Multiplicities: The Life and Roles of Mel Bonis through the Lens of her Sonata for Flute and Piano.” She received her Bachelor of Music degree in flute performance in 2017 studying with Dr. Mary Karen Clardy at the University of North Texas. During her master’s degree studies at the University of Missouri-Kansas City, she found a second musical side of herself as a musicologist. Beasley graduated in 2021 with a Master of Music degree in musicology, advised by Dr. William Everett, and in flute performance studying with Dr. Mary Posses.For more information, please contact Gonzales at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:gonzaleza@bartonccc.edu">gonzaleza@bartonccc.edu</a>&nbsp;or (620) 792-9289.

Kansas City flutist to present recital at Barton Community College

February is Career &amp; Technical Education (CTE) Month, a time to recognize the value of CTE and the opportunities it provides for students in Great Bend and beyond. At USD 428, career exploration begins as early as kindergarten, ensuring students are exposed to a variety of career possibilities throughout their educational journey.

From guest speakers and career fairs in elementary schools to hands-on electives in middle school, USD 428 fosters career awareness at every stage. At Great Bend High School (GBHS), students have access to 11 diverse career pathways, including skilled trades, technology, business, and healthcare, allowing them to explore and develop real-world skills before graduation.

"CTE plays a vital role in preparing students for their futures, whether they choose to enter the workforce, pursue higher education, or gain industry-recognized certifications," said Kip Wilson, assistant principal at GBHS. "Through strong partnerships and hands-on learning experiences, our students are gaining exposure to industry standards and workforce expectations."

GBHS Career Pathways include Agricultural Technology and Mechanical Systems, Biotechnology, Business Finance, Construction &amp; Design, Early Childhood Development &amp; Services, Health Science, Manufacturing, Marketing, Media Design &amp; Communications, Restaurant &amp; Event Management, and Teaching/Training.

Industry Partnerships &amp; Hands-On Learning

Behind every successful CTE program are dedicated teachers who bring learning to life in the classroom. At GBHS, exceptional instructors in woodworking, manufacturing, science, welding, media, and many other fields provide top-notch education, guiding students through hands-on projects that mirror real-world experiences. With access to industry-standard tools and training, students graduate with the confidence and skills needed to succeed.

Additionally, GBHS’ CTE programs are strengthened through partnerships with local and regional organizations, giving students access to industry-standard training, equipment, and certifications:

· Barton Community College (BCC): Students can graduate with industry certifications in Welding, Plumbing, Carpentry, Case IH Diesel Mechanics (Top Tech Program), Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA), and Phlebotomy.

· National Center for Construction Education &amp; Research (NCCER): GBHS students receive training in industry-developed skilled trades curricula, providing a competitive edge for careers in construction and engineering.

· Enterprise KC Partnership: Students can engage in cybersecurity training and career exploration, opening doors to high-demand technology fields.

· Hutchinson Community College: Students can take drafting classes, gaining skills in design and technical drawing.

As a capstone to their CTE studies, seniors can participate in the GBHS Internship Program, gaining real-world experience in their chosen industry before graduation.

"The GBHS Internship Program allows students to complete the application level/capstone course in their respective CTE industry. During their internships, students participate in real-world experiences, gain valuable skills, build professional networks, and explore future career paths," said Lacy Wolters, ACT/Career Coordinator at GBHS. "Since the internship program launched three years ago, nearly 60 GBHS students have completed internships with local businesses and organizations. We are thankful for the support of our host internship partners as we prepare our students to be college and career-ready!"

Some students graduate from GBHS with certifications that allow them to enter the workforce immediately, such as Welding and Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) credentials. Career and Technical Student Organizations, such as HOSA and Educators Rising, enhance learning by developing leadership skills, teamwork, and real-world problem-solving abilities.

With CTE programs aligning with Kansas and local workforce needs, USD 428 and Great Bend High School remain committed to equipping students with the skills and knowledge necessary for their next step in life. As CTE Month unfolds, the district encourages students, parents, and the community to explore the diverse opportunities available within career and technical education.

For more information about CTE programs in Great Bend Public Schools - USD 428, please contact Great Bend High School at 620-793-1521.

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 <figcaption>GBHS Media Design &amp; Communications students share information with 8th-grade students at the Career &amp; Technical Education Fair in January. The event was an opportunity to introduce 8th-grade students to the 11 career pathways available at GBHS before enrollment. Course offerings in this pathway include audio/video production, photography, graphic design, journalism, and more.</figcaption>
 </figure>From USD 428...February is Career &amp; Technical Education (CTE) Month, a time to recognize the value of CTE and the opportunities it provides for students in Great Bend and beyond. At USD 428, career exploration begins as early as kindergarten, ensuring students are exposed to a variety of career possibilities throughout their educational journey.From guest speakers and career fairs in elementary schools to hands-on electives in middle school, USD 428 fosters career awareness at every stage. At Great Bend High School (GBHS), students have access to 11 diverse career pathways, including skilled trades, technology, business, and healthcare, allowing them to explore and develop real-world skills before graduation."CTE plays a vital role in preparing students for their futures, whether they choose to enter the workforce, pursue higher education, or gain industry-recognized certifications," said Kip Wilson, assistant principal at GBHS. "Through strong partnerships and hands-on learning experiences, our students are gaining exposure to industry standards and workforce expectations."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1739296305323.jpeg" alt="8th-grade students visit the GBHS welding lab as part of the Career &amp; Technical Education Fair held in January 2025. Students demoed the state-of-the-art welding simulator, an example of the cutting-edge equipment available in our career pathways." />
 <figcaption>8th-grade students visit the GBHS welding lab as part of the Career &amp; Technical Education Fair held in January 2025. Students demoed the state-of-the-art welding simulator, an example of the cutting-edge equipment available in our career pathways.</figcaption>
 </figure>GBHS Career Pathways include Agricultural Technology and Mechanical Systems, Biotechnology, Business Finance, Construction &amp; Design, Early Childhood Development &amp; Services, Health Science, Manufacturing, Marketing, Media Design &amp; Communications, Restaurant &amp; Event Management, and Teaching/Training.Industry Partnerships &amp; Hands-On LearningBehind every successful CTE program are dedicated teachers who bring learning to life in the classroom. At GBHS, exceptional instructors in woodworking, manufacturing, science, welding, media, and many other fields provide top-notch education, guiding students through hands-on projects that mirror real-world experiences. With access to industry-standard tools and training, students graduate with the confidence and skills needed to succeed.Additionally, GBHS’ CTE programs are strengthened through partnerships with local and regional organizations, giving students access to industry-standard training, equipment, and certifications:· Barton Community College (BCC): Students can graduate with industry certifications in Welding, Plumbing, Carpentry, Case IH Diesel Mechanics (Top Tech Program), Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA), and Phlebotomy.· National Center for Construction Education &amp; Research (NCCER): GBHS students receive training in industry-developed skilled trades curricula, providing a competitive edge for careers in construction and engineering.· Enterprise KC Partnership: Students can engage in cybersecurity training and career exploration, opening doors to high-demand technology fields.· Hutchinson Community College: Students can take drafting classes, gaining skills in design and technical drawing.Internships: The Capstone ExperienceAs a capstone to their CTE studies, seniors can participate in the GBHS Internship Program, gaining real-world experience in their chosen industry before graduation."The GBHS Internship Program allows students to complete the application level/capstone course in their respective CTE industry. During their internships, students participate in real-world experiences, gain valuable skills, build professional networks, and explore future career paths," said Lacy Wolters, ACT/Career Coordinator at GBHS. "Since the internship program launched three years ago, nearly 60 GBHS students have completed internships with local businesses and organizations. We are thankful for the support of our host internship partners as we prepare our students to be college and career-ready!"Some students graduate from GBHS with certifications that allow them to enter the workforce immediately, such as Welding and Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) credentials. Career and Technical Student Organizations, such as HOSA and Educators Rising, enhance learning by developing leadership skills, teamwork, and real-world problem-solving abilities.With CTE programs aligning with Kansas and local workforce needs, USD 428 and Great Bend High School remain committed to equipping students with the skills and knowledge necessary for their next step in life. As CTE Month unfolds, the district encourages students, parents, and the community to explore the diverse opportunities available within career and technical education.For more information about CTE programs in Great Bend Public Schools - USD 428, please contact Great Bend High School at 620-793-1521.

USD 428 celebrates Career & Technical Education Month

Today Snow, mainly before 9 a.m. High near 15. Wind chill values as low as -11. North wind 15 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. Total daytime snow accumulation of 1 to 2 inches possible.

Tonight Partly cloudy, with a low around -1. North wind 9 to 14 mph becoming light and variable after midnight. Winds could gust as high as 22 mph.

Thursday Sunny, with a high near 28. Wind chill values as low as -8. Light and variable wind becoming south southwest 6 to 11 mph in the morning. Winds could gust as high as 18 mph.

Thursday Night Increasing clouds, with a low around 16. Breezy, with a south wind 10 to 15 mph increasing to 23 to 28 mph after midnight. Winds could gust as high as 32 mph.

Friday Mostly cloudy, with a high near 45. Windy, with a south wind 29 to 32 mph, with gusts as high as 41 mph.

Friday Night A 20 percent chance of snow after midnight. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 20. Breezy.

Saturday A 30 percent chance of snow, mainly before noon. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 30. Blustery.

Saturday Night Mostly cloudy, with a low around 6.

Sunday Sunny, with a high near 24.

Sunday Night Partly cloudy, with a low around 14.

Washington's Birthday Partly sunny, with a high near 40.

Monday Night A 30 percent chance of snow. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 11.

Tuesday A 40 percent chance of snow. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 18.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Today Snow, mainly before 9 a.m. High near 15. Wind chill values as low as -11. North wind 15 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. Total daytime snow accumulation of 1 to 2 inches possible.Tonight Partly cloudy, with a low around -1. North wind 9 to 14 mph becoming light and variable after midnight. Winds could gust as high as 22 mph.Thursday Sunny, with a high near 28. Wind chill values as low as -8. Light and variable wind becoming south southwest 6 to 11 mph in the morning. Winds could gust as high as 18 mph.Thursday Night Increasing clouds, with a low around 16. Breezy, with a south wind 10 to 15 mph increasing to 23 to 28 mph after midnight. Winds could gust as high as 32 mph.Friday Mostly cloudy, with a high near 45. Windy, with a south wind 29 to 32 mph, with gusts as high as 41 mph.Friday Night A 20 percent chance of snow after midnight. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 20. Breezy.Saturday A 30 percent chance of snow, mainly before noon. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 30. Blustery.Saturday Night Mostly cloudy, with a low around 6.Sunday Sunny, with a high near 24.Sunday Night Partly cloudy, with a low around 14.Washington's Birthday Partly sunny, with a high near 40.Monday Night A 30 percent chance of snow. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 11.Tuesday A 40 percent chance of snow. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 18.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Wednesday's weather

The tradition continues as Smoky Hills PBS will provide live coverage of the 2025 Kansas State High School Activities Association (KSHSAA) Class 3-2-1A State Wrestling Championships. The event is scheduled for Feb. 28 to March 1, at Gross Memorial Coliseum on the campus of Fort Hays State University in Hays, Kansas.

This year's tournament marks a significant milestone as it features both boys' and girls' competitions.&nbsp;

"We are thrilled to offer live coverage of the 2025 3-2-1A State Wrestling Championships," said Michael Quade, Director of Broadcasting at Smoky Hills PBS. "Our commitment to showcasing local sports remains steadfast, and we look forward to delivering the excitement of this year's tournament to our audience."

Action will begin at 9 a.m. Friday, Feb. 28, and continue at 9 a.m. Saturday, March 1. A rebroadcast of the Championship Finals will air on Sunday, March 2 at 9 a.m.

For more information on broadcast times and additional coverage details, please visit our website at www.smokyhillspbs.org or download the free Smoky Hills PBS mobile app for Android and iPhone users.

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 </figure>The tradition continues as Smoky Hills PBS will provide live coverage of the 2025 Kansas State High School Activities Association (KSHSAA) Class 3-2-1A State Wrestling Championships. The event is scheduled for Feb. 28 to March 1, at Gross Memorial Coliseum on the campus of Fort Hays State University in Hays, Kansas.This year's tournament marks a significant milestone as it features both boys' and girls' competitions.&nbsp;"We are thrilled to offer live coverage of the 2025 3-2-1A State Wrestling Championships," said Michael Quade, Director of Broadcasting at Smoky Hills PBS. "Our commitment to showcasing local sports remains steadfast, and we look forward to delivering the excitement of this year's tournament to our audience."Action will begin at 9 a.m. Friday, Feb. 28, and continue at 9 a.m. Saturday, March 1. A rebroadcast of the Championship Finals will air on Sunday, March 2 at 9 a.m.For more information on broadcast times and additional coverage details, please visit our website at www.smokyhillspbs.org or download the free Smoky Hills PBS mobile app for Android and iPhone users.

Smoky Hills PBS to broadcast State Wrestling in Hays

The Great Bend Recreation Commission announced their girls youth soccer champions for the 2024-2025 season.

K-1 grade    Strikers Head Coach: Paul Zamarripa

2-3 grade    Girl Power Head Coach: Bette Hartshorn

4-5 grade    Jaguars Head Coach: Sam Beugelsdijk

6-8 grade    Panthers Head Coach: Alex Barr

The Great Bend Recreation Commission announced their girls youth soccer champions for the 2024-2025 season.<figure>
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📷Great Bend Rec girls youth soccer champions

Please be advised that with the impending weather, we are kindly asking individuals to not park on the street that live on:

We are trying a new approach to snow removal in these areas with the hope this will allow crews to clear snow more effectively and safely. We are in hopes that this will minimize the amount of driveways that will be blocked due to our removal efforts. As is during the main operations of removal we will not be opening driveways. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping our streets clear and safe.

Please be attentive as crew members work in the clearing of snow and we apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and would like to thank you again for your patience.

If you have any questions or concerns, contact Jason Cauley, Director of Public Works, 620.793.4150.

From the City of Great Bend...Please be advised that with the impending weather, we are kindly asking individuals to not park on the street that live on:<ul>
 <li>Broadway between Main Street and Cherry Lane</li><li>24th&nbsp;Street between Main Street and McKinley</li>
 </ul>We are trying a new approach to snow removal in these areas with the hope this will allow crews to clear snow more effectively and safely. We are in hopes that this will minimize the amount of driveways that will be blocked due to our removal efforts. As is during the main operations of removal we will not be opening driveways. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping our streets clear and safe.Please be attentive as crew members work in the clearing of snow and we apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and would like to thank you again for your patience.If you have any questions or concerns, contact Jason Cauley, Director of Public Works, 620.793.4150.

Impending weather, Great Bend asking for no parking on Broadway & 24th

News from the Oil Patch Feb. 11 &nbsp;John P. Tretbar

Crude prices rebound slowly from their low point for the year. Light sweet NYMEX crude for March delivery settled Monday at $72.32 per barrel, an increase of more than a dollar on the day.&nbsp; So far this year, prices average just under $74, ranging from just over $70 last week to just over $80 a month ago.

Kansas Common crude at CHS in McPherson starts the week at $61.25 per barrel after dropping half a dollar on Friday. Prices in McPherson are down $1.50 since the first of the month and 75 cents lower than at the first of the year.

Cold weather in Europe turns&nbsp;the natural gas market on its ear, raising prices to the point that crude oil is becoming more cost effective. The European benchmark for natural gas trading jumped four percent in one day to two-year highs, and stockpiles across the continent were at their lowest level in three years. Prices on Monday jumped to a two-year high, to roughly the equivalent of a $100 barrel of oil, according to reporting by Bloomberg.&nbsp; Europe’s natural gas prices now make burning oil for industrial uses more cost-effective.&nbsp; European factories are starting to rely on oil and even coal as cheaper alternatives.

The government reports the largest increase in crude-oil stockpiles in more than a year. Commercial crude inventories spiked last week, jumping 8.7 million barrels to just under 424 million. The Energy Information Administration reported stockpiles were about five percent below the five-year average for this time of year. That's the biggest weekly total since last November, and the largest increase in weekly stocks since November of 2023. The Energy Department secured another 300,000 barrels of crude for the Strategic Petroleum Reserves, which now tops out over 395 million barrels, a ten percent increase in the last year.

Crude production in the United States rose by nearly a quarter million daily barrels, to 13,478,000 barrels per day. The Energy Information Administration reports four-week average output of just over 13.4 million, up more than three percent from the same four weeks a year ago.&nbsp; This is the 11th highest weekly production average ever reported by EIA.

Crude imports outpaced exports by 2.5 million barrels a day last week. Refined product exports surpass imports by more than 4.5 million. The government reports US crude imports were up nearly half a million barrels a day to just under seven million. Four-week average imports are up by nearly three percent compared to the same four weeks last year. The US exported 4.3 million barrels of crude per day last week.&nbsp; The four week average is down two percent from a year ago.

Independent Oil and Gas Service reports 21 new well-completions last week, 143 so far this year. There are six listed in Western Kansas, including two in Stafford County. Kansas regulators okayed six new drilling permits last week, with just three West of Wichita including two in Finney County.

The list of top oil and gas operators in Kansas last year includes some familiar names, including a few that are drilling today.&nbsp; Merit Energy of Dallas, Texas was number one in Western Kansas last year based on total footage drilled. That's according to a summary from Independent Oil and Gas Service. Berexco of Wichita is next, followed by American Warrior of Garden City and Darrah Oil of Wichita. Next are Shakespeare Oil of Salem, Illinois and Murfin Drilling of Wichita. Between them, these six operators drilled 150 wells, drilling over 710,000 total feet of well bore, out of 2.5 million feet drilled in all of Western Kansas.

The weekly rig count from Independent Oil and Gas Service is down four rigs in Western Kansas, but drilling was underway Friday on leases in Ellis, Finney and Haskell counties.

Baker Hughes reports an increase of two gas rigs and one oil rig for a total of 586 active rigs nationwide. The breakout for horizontal drilling is up four rigs. The count in Oklahoma was down two rigs. Texas, Utah, Louisiana and Wyoming were each up one.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>News from the Oil Patch Feb. 11 &nbsp;John P. TretbarCrude prices rebound slowly from their low point for the year. Light sweet NYMEX crude for March delivery settled Monday at $72.32 per barrel, an increase of more than a dollar on the day.&nbsp; So far this year, prices average just under $74, ranging from just over $70 last week to just over $80 a month ago.Kansas Common crude at CHS in McPherson starts the week at $61.25 per barrel after dropping half a dollar on Friday. Prices in McPherson are down $1.50 since the first of the month and 75 cents lower than at the first of the year.Cold weather in Europe turns&nbsp;the natural gas market on its ear, raising prices to the point that crude oil is becoming more cost effective. The European benchmark for natural gas trading jumped four percent in one day to two-year highs, and stockpiles across the continent were at their lowest level in three years. Prices on Monday jumped to a two-year high, to roughly the equivalent of a $100 barrel of oil, according to reporting by Bloomberg.&nbsp; Europe’s natural gas prices now make burning oil for industrial uses more cost-effective.&nbsp; European factories are starting to rely on oil and even coal as cheaper alternatives.The government reports the largest increase in crude-oil stockpiles in more than a year. Commercial crude inventories spiked last week, jumping 8.7 million barrels to just under 424 million. The Energy Information Administration reported stockpiles were about five percent below the five-year average for this time of year. That's the biggest weekly total since last November, and the largest increase in weekly stocks since November of 2023. The Energy Department secured another 300,000 barrels of crude for the Strategic Petroleum Reserves, which now tops out over 395 million barrels, a ten percent increase in the last year.Crude production in the United States rose by nearly a quarter million daily barrels, to 13,478,000 barrels per day. The Energy Information Administration reports four-week average output of just over 13.4 million, up more than three percent from the same four weeks a year ago.&nbsp; This is the 11th highest weekly production average ever reported by EIA.Crude imports outpaced exports by 2.5 million barrels a day last week. Refined product exports surpass imports by more than 4.5 million. The government reports US crude imports were up nearly half a million barrels a day to just under seven million. Four-week average imports are up by nearly three percent compared to the same four weeks last year. The US exported 4.3 million barrels of crude per day last week.&nbsp; The four week average is down two percent from a year ago.Independent Oil and Gas Service reports 21 new well-completions last week, 143 so far this year. There are six listed in Western Kansas, including two in Stafford County. Kansas regulators okayed six new drilling permits last week, with just three West of Wichita including two in Finney County.The list of top oil and gas operators in Kansas last year includes some familiar names, including a few that are drilling today.&nbsp; Merit Energy of Dallas, Texas was number one in Western Kansas last year based on total footage drilled. That's according to a summary from Independent Oil and Gas Service. Berexco of Wichita is next, followed by American Warrior of Garden City and Darrah Oil of Wichita. Next are Shakespeare Oil of Salem, Illinois and Murfin Drilling of Wichita. Between them, these six operators drilled 150 wells, drilling over 710,000 total feet of well bore, out of 2.5 million feet drilled in all of Western Kansas.The weekly rig count from Independent Oil and Gas Service is down four rigs in Western Kansas, but drilling was underway Friday on leases in Ellis, Finney and Haskell counties.Baker Hughes reports an increase of two gas rigs and one oil rig for a total of 586 active rigs nationwide. The breakout for horizontal drilling is up four rigs. The count in Oklahoma was down two rigs. Texas, Utah, Louisiana and Wyoming were each up one.&nbsp;&nbsp;

News from the Oil Patch: Spiking prices bring another winter nightmare In Europe

By MIKE COURSON Great Bend Post

Changes at the national level continue to filter down to the local level since President Donald Trump's inauguration on Jan. 20. The presence of a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) van in Barton County struck fear into many just a few days later. But that vehicle was in town for the release of a detainee at the Barton County Jail on Jan. 25. Sheriff Brian Bellendir said, otherwise, not much has changed.

"We have not seen any immigration sweeps by ICE or anybody else, but we have noticed that ICE is more proactive about coming and picking up people on detainer," he said.

County departments do not have the means to check immigration status but in the event of an arrest, all subjects are run through the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) database. Some subjects in that database are known to be illegal immigrants and have ICE detainers on them. By law, local agencies can hold a detainee for up to 10 days for ICE to come get them.

"Previously, before the first of the year, ICE wouldn't show," Bellendir said. "We'd just have to kick them out the door. Now, in 2-3 days, ICE is showing up and they'll pick them up and, I imagine, they'll be going through the deportation process."

Bellendir said the change will have little effect on the hundreds of thousands of illegal migrants who have not had contact with law enforcement and therefore have no ICE holds. He is curious how the changes at the border and in policy will impact the area drug trade.

"Particularly and obviously, I'm most concerned about what it's going to do in Kansas and Barton County," he said. "My hunch is that it's going to cause the prices go back up. It's going to be harder to find the dope."

Bellendir said time will tell if changes in fentanyl pricing and availability will lead to a resurgence of methamphetamine labs. The Barton County Sheriff's Office has not encountered a large-scale meth lab in more than a decade.

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 </figure>By MIKE COURSON Great Bend PostChanges at the national level continue to filter down to the local level since President Donald Trump's inauguration on Jan. 20. The presence of a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) van in Barton County struck fear into many just a few days later. But that vehicle was in town for the release of a detainee at the Barton County Jail on Jan. 25. Sheriff Brian Bellendir said, otherwise, not much has changed."We have not seen any immigration sweeps by ICE or anybody else, but we have noticed that ICE is more proactive about coming and picking up people on detainer," he said.County departments do not have the means to check immigration status but in the event of an arrest, all subjects are run through the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) database. Some subjects in that database are known to be illegal immigrants and have ICE detainers on them. By law, local agencies can hold a detainee for up to 10 days for ICE to come get them."Previously, before the first of the year, ICE wouldn't show," Bellendir said. "We'd just have to kick them out the door. Now, in 2-3 days, ICE is showing up and they'll pick them up and, I imagine, they'll be going through the deportation process."Bellendir said the change will have little effect on the hundreds of thousands of illegal migrants who have not had contact with law enforcement and therefore have no ICE holds. He is curious how the changes at the border and in policy will impact the area drug trade."Particularly and obviously, I'm most concerned about what it's going to do in Kansas and Barton County," he said. "My hunch is that it's going to cause the prices go back up. It's going to be harder to find the dope."Bellendir said time will tell if changes in fentanyl pricing and availability will lead to a resurgence of methamphetamine labs. The Barton County Sheriff's Office has not encountered a large-scale meth lab in more than a decade.

Bellendir: Immigration more proactive but not making sweeps in Barton Co.

On Feb. 10, at about 3:15 p.m., a deputy with the Barton County Sheriff’s Office attempted to stop a vehicle in the city of Ellinwood on US 56 Highway, near Main Street. The stop was for a traffic infraction. 

The vehicle turned south on Main Street and began to accelerate. The suspect then returned to US 56, fleeing from the officer at speeds in excess of 100 miles an hour. Deputies pursued the vehicle into Rice County and after driving through several fields and township roads the suspect vehicle sustained disabling damage on the 3 Road in Rice County. The suspect was taken into custody without incident.

Arrested at the scene was Austin Newton, age 36 of Hutchinson. Newton was initially charged with attempting to flee and elude. Further investigation located nearly a pound of suspected methamphetamine and over $1,400 cash in the vehicle.

Newton was transported to the Barton County jail and booked on requested charges of possession of methamphetamine, possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute, felony flee and elude, driving while suspended, possession of marijuana and numerous other charges. 

It was discovered Austin Newton had outstanding warrants in Sedgwick County as well as Rice County. He is being held in lieu of a $100,000 bond on the Barton County charges and multiple bonds on the Sedgwick and Rice County charges.

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 </figure>On Feb. 10, at about 3:15 p.m., a deputy with the Barton County Sheriff’s Office attempted to stop a vehicle in the city of Ellinwood on US 56 Highway, near Main Street. The stop was for a traffic infraction. The vehicle turned south on Main Street and began to accelerate. The suspect then returned to US 56, fleeing from the officer at speeds in excess of 100 miles an hour. Deputies pursued the vehicle into Rice County and after driving through several fields and township roads the suspect vehicle sustained disabling damage on the 3 Road in Rice County. The suspect was taken into custody without incident.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1739295153362.jpeg" alt=" " />
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 </figure>Arrested at the scene was Austin Newton, age 36 of Hutchinson. Newton was initially charged with attempting to flee and elude. Further investigation located nearly a pound of suspected methamphetamine and over $1,400 cash in the vehicle.Newton was transported to the Barton County jail and booked on requested charges of possession of methamphetamine, possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute, felony flee and elude, driving while suspended, possession of marijuana and numerous other charges. It was discovered Austin Newton had outstanding warrants in Sedgwick County as well as Rice County. He is being held in lieu of a $100,000 bond on the Barton County charges and multiple bonds on the Sedgwick and Rice County charges.

Man arrested after car chase begins in Ellinwood

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration could soon assist American consumers in reaching better health.

A recent proposal from the FDA for front-of-package nutrition labeling for food products in the U.S. may make Americans more aware of the foods they consume. The additional label will only give information for saturated fat, sodium, and added sugar. It will also classify foods as low, medium, or high in saturated fat, sodium, and added sugar to the particular food product.

The full Nutrition Facts label will still be on food packages, Kansas State University food scientist Karen Blakeslee shares.

“The goal is to give consumers more information to make informed decisions when purchasing packaged foods,” she said. “For those with certain health conditions, this can make it easier to shop for foods that are good choices for them.”

The Nutrition Facts label, typically located on the back or right side of food can be challenging to understand. However, a simple label on the front of the package will remove confusion regarding the nutritional value of any particular food product.

“It can increase nutrition transparency in an easy-to-read format,” Blakeslee said.

Front-of-package nutrition labeling is already used in many countries, including Canada and Mexico. Currently, in the U.S., food manufacturers can voluntarily add front-of-package labels, called Facts Up Front.

Current federal dietary recommendations advise U.S. consumers to limit their intake of saturated fat, sodium and added sugar to achieve a nutrient-dense diet within calorie limits.

However, only one-third of adults in the U.S. meet the saturated fat Dietary Guidelines, while over 75% consume more than the recommended sodium intake, and less than half meet the guidelines for added sugar intake.

The FDA’s proposal is only currently in the comment phase. However, I encourage you to read nutrition labels on the food products you use regularly. Keeping an eye out for saturated fat, sodium, and added sugar is a simple way to better understand what you consume. With this knowledge, you can make informed decisions for your personal wellness goals.

Karissa Winkel is the Family and Community Wellness Agent with K-State Research and Extension – Cottonwood District. You may reach her at: 620-793-1910 or krwinkel@ksu.edu. K-State Research &amp; Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

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 <figcaption>written by: Karissa Winkel - Cottonwood Extension District</figcaption>
 </figure>The U.S. Food and Drug Administration could soon assist American consumers in reaching better health.A recent proposal from the FDA for front-of-package nutrition labeling for food products in the U.S. may make Americans more aware of the foods they consume. The additional label will only give information for saturated fat, sodium, and added sugar. It will also classify foods as low, medium, or high in saturated fat, sodium, and added sugar to the particular food product.The full Nutrition Facts label will still be on food packages, Kansas State University food scientist Karen Blakeslee shares.“The goal is to give consumers more information to make informed decisions when purchasing packaged foods,” she said. “For those with certain health conditions, this can make it easier to shop for foods that are good choices for them.”The Nutrition Facts label, typically located on the back or right side of food can be challenging to understand. However, a simple label on the front of the package will remove confusion regarding the nutritional value of any particular food product.“It can increase nutrition transparency in an easy-to-read format,” Blakeslee said.Front-of-package nutrition labeling is already used in many countries, including Canada and Mexico. Currently, in the U.S., food manufacturers can voluntarily add front-of-package labels, called Facts Up Front.Current federal dietary recommendations advise U.S. consumers to limit their intake of saturated fat, sodium and added sugar to achieve a nutrient-dense diet within calorie limits.However, only one-third of adults in the U.S. meet the saturated fat Dietary Guidelines, while over 75% consume more than the recommended sodium intake, and less than half meet the guidelines for added sugar intake.The FDA’s proposal is only currently in the comment phase. However, I encourage you to read nutrition labels on the food products you use regularly. Keeping an eye out for saturated fat, sodium, and added sugar is a simple way to better understand what you consume. With this knowledge, you can make informed decisions for your personal wellness goals.Karissa Winkel is the Family and Community Wellness Agent with K-State Research and Extension – Cottonwood District. You may reach her at: 620-793-1910 or krwinkel@ksu.edu. K-State Research &amp; Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

WINKEL: FDA proposes ‘facts up front’ nutrition labels

Barton County has always, as part of its budget, put money aside in an economic development line item. During Tuesday's commission meeting, County Counselor Patrick Hoffman explained why that line item is important before the board of commissioners voted to change how it will fund economic development moving forward.

"The reason counties fund economic development is, when the county has the opportunity to increase the tax base, that eventually comes back in the form of taxes to the county," Hoffman said. "If you're not growing your tax base, you have to tax the same people more and more every year."

In recent years, the county moved from a project-based formula to fund Great Bend Economic Development to providing the organization $250,000 a year as a directly-funded partner agency. Commissioner Duane Reif said a change on Jan. 1 to move back to project-based funding for any economic development projects in the county is more transparent.

"I think Economic Development did an excellent job, but I feel like, as a commissioner, we try to be very transparent on how we spend our money," he said. "With that amount of dollars we're responsible for as far as the taxpayer's money, this will be a better way to answer to our taxpayers."

Barton County set aside $250,000 for economic development in 2025. All projects will now go before the board of commissioners before receiving funding.

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 </figure>By MIKE COURSON Great Bend PostBarton County has always, as part of its budget, put money aside in an economic development line item. During Tuesday's commission meeting, County Counselor Patrick Hoffman explained why that line item is important before the board of commissioners voted to change how it will fund economic development moving forward."The reason counties fund economic development is, when the county has the opportunity to increase the tax base, that eventually comes back in the form of taxes to the county," Hoffman said. "If you're not growing your tax base, you have to tax the same people more and more every year."In recent years, the county moved from a project-based formula to fund Great Bend Economic Development to providing the organization $250,000 a year as a directly-funded partner agency. Commissioner Duane Reif said a change on Jan. 1 to move back to project-based funding for any economic development projects in the county is more transparent."I think Economic Development did an excellent job, but I feel like, as a commissioner, we try to be very transparent on how we spend our money," he said. "With that amount of dollars we're responsible for as far as the taxpayer's money, this will be a better way to answer to our taxpayers."Barton County set aside $250,000 for economic development in 2025. All projects will now go before the board of commissioners before receiving funding.

Barton Co. Commission confirms changes to economic development funding

BARTON COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE BOARD OF TRUSTEES Monthly Study Session Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2025 – 4 p.m. F-30, Fine Arts Building/Zoom

1. January Financial Statement – Mark Dean

2. Student Wellness Action Team (SWAT) – Jakki Maser

3. Financial Aid – Myrna Perkins

4. AY26 Tuition and Fees – Mark Dean

5. Dr. Garstecki approved the following: &nbsp; &nbsp; MOU &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • FHSU with Kansas Community Colleges for transfer pathway to FHSU Clinical/School Psychology program &nbsp; &nbsp; MLT and Phlebotomy &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • Fredonia Regional Hospital, Fredonia, KS &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • BJC HealthCare, St. Louis, MO &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • Hendrick Health, Abilene, TX &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • McKenzie-Willamette Regional Medical Center Assoc., LLC, Springfield, OR &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • Comanche County Hospital, Coldwater, KS &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • Claiborne Memorial Medical Center, Homer, LA &nbsp; &nbsp; Dual Credit Cooperative Agreements &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • Blue Valley, Randolph USD 384 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • Central Plains USD 112 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • Chase USD 401 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • Ellinwood USD 355 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • Ellis USD 388 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • Ellsworth USD 327 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • Great Bend USD 428 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • Hoisington USD 431 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • Kinsley USD 347 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • LaCrosse USD 395 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • Larned USD 495 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • Lincoln USD 295 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • Lyons USD 405 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • Macksville USD 351 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • Ness City USD 303 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • Otis-Bison USD 403 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • Pawnee Heights USD 496 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • Pratt USD 382 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • Russell USD 407 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • St John USD 350 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • Skyline USD 438 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • Stafford USD 349 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • Victoria USD 432 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • Wichita County (Leoti) USD 467

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 </figure>BARTON COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE BOARD OF TRUSTEES Monthly Study Session Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2025 – 4 p.m. F-30, Fine Arts Building/ZoomDiscussion Topics1. January Financial Statement – Mark Dean2. Student Wellness Action Team (SWAT) – Jakki Maser3. Financial Aid – Myrna Perkins4. AY26 Tuition and Fees – Mark Dean5. Dr. Garstecki approved the following: &nbsp; &nbsp; MOU &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • FHSU with Kansas Community Colleges for transfer pathway to FHSU Clinical/School Psychology program &nbsp; &nbsp; MLT and Phlebotomy &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • Fredonia Regional Hospital, Fredonia, KS &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • BJC HealthCare, St. Louis, MO &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • Hendrick Health, Abilene, TX &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • McKenzie-Willamette Regional Medical Center Assoc., LLC, Springfield, OR &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • Comanche County Hospital, Coldwater, KS &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • Claiborne Memorial Medical Center, Homer, LA &nbsp; &nbsp; Dual Credit Cooperative Agreements &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • Blue Valley, Randolph USD 384 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • Central Plains USD 112 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • Chase USD 401 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • Ellinwood USD 355 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • Ellis USD 388 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • Ellsworth USD 327 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • Great Bend USD 428 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • Hoisington USD 431 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • Kinsley USD 347 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • LaCrosse USD 395 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • Larned USD 495 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • Lincoln USD 295 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • Lyons USD 405 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • Macksville USD 351 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • Ness City USD 303 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • Otis-Bison USD 403 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • Pawnee Heights USD 496 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • Pratt USD 382 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • Russell USD 407 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • St John USD 350 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • Skyline USD 438 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • Stafford USD 349 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • Victoria USD 432 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; • Wichita County (Leoti) USD 467

Barton CC Trustees study session agenda (2/11)

Barton County Sheriff’s
Office incident log (2/10)

At 9:17 a.m. chest pain was reported at W. US 56 Highway
&amp; SW 80 Avenue.

At 11:02 a.m. the K-9 was called out to 3101 Washington.

At 12:22 p.m. the K-9 was called out to the 500 block of W.
4th Street in Ellinwood.

At 12:51 p.m. a traffic arrest was reported at 8th
&amp; Morphy.

At 12:57 p.m. the K-9 was called out to the 800 block of
Morphy.

At 1:41 p.m. the K-9 was called out to the 900 block of
Adams.

At 3:18 p.m. a chase was reported at B Street &amp; S. Main
Street in Ellinwood.

At 3:43 p.m. a report of cattle out was made at NE 20 Avenue
&amp; NE 120 Road in Claflin.

Great Bend Police
Department incident log (2/10)

At 11:40 a.m. a driving complaint was reported at 1100 10th
Street.

At 12:51 p.m. Mitchell Anspaugh was arrested for driving
without a valid license at 8th &amp; Morphy.

At 2:59 p.m. a driving complaint was reported at 8th
&amp; Heizer.

At 3:38 p.m. an officer reported an accident at 17th
&amp; Adams.

At 3:46 p.m. Sharon Wondra reported an accident at Broadway
&amp; Harrison.

At 7:41 p.m. Cody Winger reported a parking complaint at
3703 10th Street.

At 8:09 p.m. EMS assistance was needed at 811 Grant.

At 8:13 p.m. EMS assistance was needed at 1101 Kansas
Avenue.

At 9:47 p.m. EMS assistance was needed at 1300 Madison.

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 </figure>Barton County Sheriff’s
Office incident log (2/10)Chest PainAt 9:17 a.m. chest pain was reported at W. US 56 Highway
&amp; SW 80 Avenue.K-9 Use / Call OutAt 11:02 a.m. the K-9 was called out to 3101 Washington.At 12:22 p.m. the K-9 was called out to the 500 block of W.
4th Street in Ellinwood.Traffic ArrestAt 12:51 p.m. a traffic arrest was reported at 8th
&amp; Morphy.K-9 Use / Call OutAt 12:57 p.m. the K-9 was called out to the 800 block of
Morphy.At 1:41 p.m. the K-9 was called out to the 900 block of
Adams.Chase All UnitsAt 3:18 p.m. a chase was reported at B Street &amp; S. Main
Street in Ellinwood.Cattle OutAt 3:43 p.m. a report of cattle out was made at NE 20 Avenue
&amp; NE 120 Road in Claflin.Great Bend Police
Department incident log (2/10)Driving / Driver ComplaintAt 11:40 a.m. a driving complaint was reported at 1100 10th
Street.Traffic ArrestAt 12:51 p.m. Mitchell Anspaugh was arrested for driving
without a valid license at 8th &amp; Morphy.Driving / Driver ComplaintAt 2:59 p.m. a driving complaint was reported at 8th
&amp; Heizer.Chase All UnitsAt 3:18 p.m. a chase was reported at B Street &amp; S. Main
Street in Ellinwood.Non-Injury AccidentAt 3:38 p.m. an officer reported an accident at 17th
&amp; Adams.At 3:46 p.m. Sharon Wondra reported an accident at Broadway
&amp; Harrison.Parking ComplaintAt 7:41 p.m. Cody Winger reported a parking complaint at
3703 10th Street.StrokeAt 8:09 p.m. EMS assistance was needed at 811 Grant.Chest PainAt 8:13 p.m. EMS assistance was needed at 1101 Kansas
Avenue.Traumatic InjuriesAt 9:47 p.m. EMS assistance was needed at 1300 Madison.

Cop Shop (2/10)

2/10 BOOKED: Mitchell D. Anspaugh on Great Bend Municipal charge for Driving While Suspended and No Insurance, bond set at $500 C/S.

BOOKED: Zachary Coster on Great Bend Municipal Court warrant for Failure to Appear, bond set at $2,000 C/S.

BOOKED: Austin H. Newton on Barton County District Court case for Possession of Methamphetamine with Intent to Distribute, Felony Flee and Elude, Criminal Damage, Possession of Paraphernalia, Possession of Marijuana, and Driving While Suspended, bond set at $100,000 C/S; and on Sedgwick County District Court warrants for Felony Flee and Elude, Possession of Paraphernalia, and Theft, bond set at $50,000 C/S; and on two Rice County District Court warrants for Probation Violation with bonds of $5,000 C/S and no bond.

RELEASED: Mitchell D. Anspaugh on Great Bend Municipal charge for Driving While Suspended and No Insurance, after posting $500 surety bond through Ace Bail Bonds.

RELEASED: Zachary Coster on Great Bend Municipal Court warrant for Failure to Appear, after posting $2,000 surety bond through Around the Clock Bail Bonds.

RELEASED: Jacob A. Wilson on Barton County District Court case, after posting $20,000 surety bond through Ace Bail Bonds.

RELEASED: Marcus I. Beltz on Barton County District Court case for Criminal Trespass, bond set at $2,500 C/S.

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 </figure>2/10 BOOKED: Mitchell D. Anspaugh on Great Bend Municipal charge for Driving While Suspended and No Insurance, bond set at $500 C/S.BOOKED: Zachary Coster on Great Bend Municipal Court warrant for Failure to Appear, bond set at $2,000 C/S.BOOKED: Austin H. Newton on Barton County District Court case for Possession of Methamphetamine with Intent to Distribute, Felony Flee and Elude, Criminal Damage, Possession of Paraphernalia, Possession of Marijuana, and Driving While Suspended, bond set at $100,000 C/S; and on Sedgwick County District Court warrants for Felony Flee and Elude, Possession of Paraphernalia, and Theft, bond set at $50,000 C/S; and on two Rice County District Court warrants for Probation Violation with bonds of $5,000 C/S and no bond.RELEASED: Mitchell D. Anspaugh on Great Bend Municipal charge for Driving While Suspended and No Insurance, after posting $500 surety bond through Ace Bail Bonds.RELEASED: Zachary Coster on Great Bend Municipal Court warrant for Failure to Appear, after posting $2,000 surety bond through Around the Clock Bail Bonds.RELEASED: Jacob A. Wilson on Barton County District Court case, after posting $20,000 surety bond through Ace Bail Bonds.RELEASED: Marcus I. Beltz on Barton County District Court case for Criminal Trespass, bond set at $2,500 C/S.

Barton County Sheriff's booking activity (2/10)

Today Mostly cloudy, with a high near 26. Wind chill values as low as -1. Blustery, with a north-northeast wind 14 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph.

Tonight Snow, mainly after midnight. The snow could be heavy at times. Low around 12. East northeast wind 11 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New snow accumulation of 3 to 5 inches possible.

Wednesday Snow showers, mainly before noon. High near 17. Wind chill values as low as -5. North wind 15 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 29 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New snow accumulation of 1 to 3 inches possible.

Wednesday Night Mostly cloudy, with a low around -1. Wind chill values as low as -10. North wind 5 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph.

Thursday Sunny, with a high near 24. West-northwest wind 5 to 9 mph becoming south in the afternoon.

Thursday Night Partly cloudy, with a low around 12.

Friday Mostly cloudy, with a high near 41. Breezy.

Friday Night A chance of rain and snow after midnight. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 19. Chance of precipitation is 30%.

Saturday A 40 percent chance of snow. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 32. Breezy.

Saturday Night A 20 percent chance of snow before midnight. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 6.

Sunday Mostly sunny, with a high near 23.

Sunday Night Mostly cloudy, with a low around 14.

Washington's Birthday Partly sunny, with a high near 41.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Today Mostly cloudy, with a high near 26. Wind chill values as low as -1. Blustery, with a north-northeast wind 14 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph.Tonight Snow, mainly after midnight. The snow could be heavy at times. Low around 12. East northeast wind 11 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New snow accumulation of 3 to 5 inches possible.Wednesday Snow showers, mainly before noon. High near 17. Wind chill values as low as -5. North wind 15 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 29 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New snow accumulation of 1 to 3 inches possible.Wednesday Night Mostly cloudy, with a low around -1. Wind chill values as low as -10. North wind 5 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph.Thursday Sunny, with a high near 24. West-northwest wind 5 to 9 mph becoming south in the afternoon.Thursday Night Partly cloudy, with a low around 12.Friday Mostly cloudy, with a high near 41. Breezy.Friday Night A chance of rain and snow after midnight. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 19. Chance of precipitation is 30%.Saturday A 40 percent chance of snow. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 32. Breezy.Saturday Night A 20 percent chance of snow before midnight. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 6.Sunday Mostly sunny, with a high near 23.Sunday Night Mostly cloudy, with a low around 14.Washington's Birthday Partly sunny, with a high near 41.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Tuesday's weather

The Great Bend Recreation Commission is hosting a Stop 'N Learn on Wednesday, Feb. 12 at 12 p.m. at the Great Bend Activity Center on 18th Street. The topic will be "Know your health numbers" and will be hosted by Karissa Winkel from the Cottonwood District of the K-State Research and Extension.

The Great Bend Recreation Commission is hosting a Stop 'N Learn on Wednesday, Feb. 12 at 12 p.m. at the Great Bend Activity Center on 18th Street. The topic will be "Know your health numbers" and will be hosted by Karissa Winkel from the Cottonwood District of the K-State Research and Extension.<figure>
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GBRC: Stop 'N Learn - Know your health numbers

A single good deed can get elementary students around Barton County entered into Eagle Media's Make a Difference Contest. For Jaxon Lewis, a fifth grader at St. Joseph School in Ellinwood, one was not enough. Monday morning, he was surprised in front of his classmates as the February Make a Difference winner.

"I can make a difference by helping around the house with all the chores, giving money to the poor, helping my classmates when they need help, helping our basketball team," he said. "It's the right thing to do."

As a winner in the Make a Difference Contest, Jaxon was handed a Great Bend Chamber gift certificate worth $100. His teacher and principal, Cami Thomas, also received $100. She said Jaxon is a great student who works hard.

"He studies every night for tests and spelling tests at the end of the week," she said. "He's always willing to help out his classmates when they need help."

Eagle's Director of Promotions Becca Fletcher presented Jaxon his prize during a math lesson Monday morning. Math teacher Lyles Lashley also sees how Jaxon is making a difference.

"He has come a long way," Lashley said. "He's worked hard to get where he's at in math. He's a very good student with a very positive attitude every day in class."

Make a Difference Contest forms were distributed to Barton County elementary schools in August. Eligible students can enter the contest by filling out the form and stating how they are making a difference in the world around them. Winners are randomly selected with the student winning a $100 chamber certificate and the nominating teacher winning $100. New winners will be drawn each month through May.

The winning student will also get a visit from Eagle Media staff and be featured on a radio news broadcast. This year's contest is powered by the following sponsors:

Medical Park Pharmacy, Mayo Money Management, Hazmat Response, Protective Equipment Testing Lab, R&amp;R Roofing, Freedom Claims Management, Inc., Rosencrantz-Bemis Water Well Company, Stone Sand Company/Stone Waste Management, Miller Plastics/Miller Warehouse, Nex-Tech Wireless, USD #431 Hoisington, Great Bend Redi Mix, Heavy Duty Diesel &amp; Auto, USD #428 Great Bend.

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 </figure>By MIKE COURSON Great Bend PostA single good deed can get elementary students around Barton County entered into Eagle Media's Make a Difference Contest. For Jaxon Lewis, a fifth grader at St. Joseph School in Ellinwood, one was not enough. Monday morning, he was surprised in front of his classmates as the February Make a Difference winner."I can make a difference by helping around the house with all the chores, giving money to the poor, helping my classmates when they need help, helping our basketball team," he said. "It's the right thing to do."<div><iframe width="100%" height="265" src="https://clyp.it/rvlagtc1/widget" frameborder="0"></iframe></div>As a winner in the Make a Difference Contest, Jaxon was handed a Great Bend Chamber gift certificate worth $100. His teacher and principal, Cami Thomas, also received $100. She said Jaxon is a great student who works hard."He studies every night for tests and spelling tests at the end of the week," she said. "He's always willing to help out his classmates when they need help."Eagle's Director of Promotions Becca Fletcher presented Jaxon his prize during a math lesson Monday morning. Math teacher Lyles Lashley also sees how Jaxon is making a difference."He has come a long way," Lashley said. "He's worked hard to get where he's at in math. He's a very good student with a very positive attitude every day in class."Make a Difference Contest forms were distributed to Barton County elementary schools in August. Eligible students can enter the contest by filling out the form and stating how they are making a difference in the world around them. Winners are randomly selected with the student winning a $100 chamber certificate and the nominating teacher winning $100. New winners will be drawn each month through May.The winning student will also get a visit from Eagle Media staff and be featured on a radio news broadcast. This year's contest is powered by the following sponsors:Medical Park Pharmacy, Mayo Money Management, Hazmat Response, Protective Equipment Testing Lab, R&amp;R Roofing, Freedom Claims Management, Inc., Rosencrantz-Bemis Water Well Company, Stone Sand Company/Stone Waste Management, Miller Plastics/Miller Warehouse, Nex-Tech Wireless, USD #431 Hoisington, Great Bend Redi Mix, Heavy Duty Diesel &amp; Auto, USD #428 Great Bend.

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