By MIKE COURSON Great Bend Post

The clock is ticking on the city of Hoisington's decision regarding animal control. The city currently uses Hoisington Veterinary Clinic for impounded animals. That agreement will end Dec. 31, and at Monday's council meeting, City Manager Jonathan Mitchell said there are various other time-sensitive issues to figure out if the city wants its own pound facility.

"We got a notice of termination last week that we would still continue to have service with them through the end of the year, but we are going to have to find another alternative," Mitchell said. "We've reached out to a number of service providers in the area and most of them are full or they're not interested in working with the city on an agreement like this."

The proposed pound would be built south of the new city shop. It would include a six-foot wide sidewalk, six-foot high chain link fencing, and several 4x12-foot runs for dogs. By law, it would also include two enclosed, climate-controlled rooms.

"You're also required to have a separate area for cats," said Mitchell. "It has to be a climate-controlled space, and cats cannot be next to dogs. You have to have an alternative space for dogs."

A separate heating-cooling unit would be used for a 6x12-foot cat room and a 12x12-foot dog room. Dogs that cannot regulate their temperatures would be kept in there when temperatures exceed 85 degrees or dip below 50 degrees. Mitchell said city crews have estimated a price tag of $15,000 that includes new concrete, chain link fencing, framework, and the heating-cooling units. 

"The wildcard, in my mind, is really the price of kennels," he said. "If you look at stainless kennels, which is what most boarding and grooming facilities look at because of longevity, wear, and durability, they're very expensive."

City staff has reached out to various area providers that may have used kennels for sale. New kennels could take up to a month to arrive, and state code enforcement officials could need two to three weeks to schedule an inspection. Needing to have the facility running by Jan. 1, 2024, puts the city on a tight timeline.

Mitchell said early plans include using current animal control to take care of any impounded animals during the week. On average, he expects the facility to handle five to seven animals a week.

"It's not like you're going to have a hundred dogs in there every day," he said. "They would go and pick up the solid waste, rinse down the liquid waste, make sure the dog is fed and watered. On the weekends, we would probably look to have a part-time person come or some animal enthusiast come in and help out."

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1693407494672.jpg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>By MIKE COURSON Great Bend PostThe clock is ticking on the city of Hoisington's decision regarding animal control. The city currently uses Hoisington Veterinary Clinic for impounded animals. That agreement will end Dec. 31, and at Monday's council meeting, City Manager Jonathan Mitchell said there are various other time-sensitive issues to figure out if the city wants its own pound facility."We got a notice of termination last week that we would still continue to have service with them through the end of the year, but we are going to have to find another alternative," Mitchell said. "We've reached out to a number of service providers in the area and most of them are full or they're not interested in working with the city on an agreement like this."The proposed pound would be built south of the new city shop. It would include a six-foot wide sidewalk, six-foot high chain link fencing, and several 4x12-foot runs for dogs. By law, it would also include two enclosed, climate-controlled rooms."You're also required to have a separate area for cats," said Mitchell. "It has to be a climate-controlled space, and cats cannot be next to dogs. You have to have an alternative space for dogs."A separate heating-cooling unit would be used for a 6x12-foot cat room and a 12x12-foot dog room. Dogs that cannot regulate their temperatures would be kept in there when temperatures exceed 85 degrees or dip below 50 degrees. Mitchell said city crews have estimated a price tag of $15,000 that includes new concrete, chain link fencing, framework, and the heating-cooling units. "The wildcard, in my mind, is really the price of kennels," he said. "If you look at stainless kennels, which is what most boarding and grooming facilities look at because of longevity, wear, and durability, they're very expensive."City staff has reached out to various area providers that may have used kennels for sale. New kennels could take up to a month to arrive, and state code enforcement officials could need two to three weeks to schedule an inspection. Needing to have the facility running by Jan. 1, 2024, puts the city on a tight timeline.Mitchell said early plans include using current animal control to take care of any impounded animals during the week. On average, he expects the facility to handle five to seven animals a week."It's not like you're going to have a hundred dogs in there every day," he said. "They would go and pick up the solid waste, rinse down the liquid waste, make sure the dog is fed and watered. On the weekends, we would probably look to have a part-time person come or some animal enthusiast come in and help out."

Hoisington moving forward with city-owned pound facility

Barton County Sheriff’s
Office incident log (8/30)


At 7:55 a.m. a report of cattle out was made in the 100 block of SE 60 Avenue.



At 8:09 a.m. a report of cattle out was made in the 400 block of NE 30 Road.



At 10:07 a.m. a driving complaint was reported at K-96 Highway &amp; NW 90
Avenue.



At 1:41 p.m. a driving complaint was reported at NE 30 Road &amp; NE 10 Avenue.



At 3:53 p.m. a driving complaint was reported at NW 80 Avenue &amp; K-96
Highway.



Non-Injury Accident

At 7:40 p.m. an accident was reported at 214 SW 40 Avenue.


Great Bend Police Department incident
log (8/30)


At 12:18 a.m. K-9 Menta was utilized during a traffic stop at 281 Bypass &amp;
Broadway Avenue.



At 12:42 a.m. Tristyn Hardin reported a burglary at 2208 12th
Street.



At 9:23 a.m. a fire alarm was reported at 1000 Adams Street.



At 9:48 a.m. an animal complaint was reported on Odell Street.



At 9:54 a.m. a possible theft was reported at 3503 10th Street. No
theft.



At 10:07 a.m. a vehicle almost running her off the road was reported at K-96
Highway &amp; NW 90 Avenue.



At 12:36 p.m. a report of not being able to contact her son for several days
was reported in the 1800 block of Holland Street.



At 1:35 p.m. a battery case was reported at 1802 22nd Street.



At 3:27 p.m. ambulance assistance was needed at 1312 Madison Street.



At 5:25 p.m. a trailer parked in the area blocking traffic was reported at 8th
&amp; Main.



At 11:29 p.m. loud music was reported at 1400 12th Street.




<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/7/1688655627753.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Barton County Sheriff’s
Office incident log (8/30)

Cattle Out

At 7:55 a.m. a report of cattle out was made in the 100 block of SE 60 Avenue.

At 8:09 a.m. a report of cattle out was made in the 400 block of NE 30 Road.

Driving / Driver Complaint

At 10:07 a.m. a driving complaint was reported at K-96 Highway &amp; NW 90
Avenue.

At 1:41 p.m. a driving complaint was reported at NE 30 Road &amp; NE 10 Avenue.

At 3:53 p.m. a driving complaint was reported at NW 80 Avenue &amp; K-96
Highway.

Non-Injury Accident

At 7:40 p.m. an accident was reported at 214 SW 40 Avenue.

Great Bend Police Department incident
log (8/30)

K-9 Use / Call Out

At 12:18 a.m. K-9 Menta was utilized during a traffic stop at 281 Bypass &amp;
Broadway Avenue.

Burglary / Not in Progress

At 12:42 a.m. Tristyn Hardin reported a burglary at 2208 12th
Street.

Structure Fire

At 9:23 a.m. a fire alarm was reported at 1000 Adams Street.

Animal Complaint

At 9:48 a.m. an animal complaint was reported on Odell Street.

Burglary / In Progress

At 9:54 a.m. a possible theft was reported at 3503 10th Street. No
theft.

Driving / Driver Complaint

At 10:07 a.m. a vehicle almost running her off the road was reported at K-96
Highway &amp; NW 90 Avenue.

Missing Person / Runaway

At 12:36 p.m. a report of not being able to contact her son for several days
was reported in the 1800 block of Holland Street.

Battery

At 1:35 p.m. a battery case was reported at 1802 22nd Street.

Hemorrhage / Lacerations

At 3:27 p.m. ambulance assistance was needed at 1312 Madison Street.

Parking Complaint

At 5:25 p.m. a trailer parked in the area blocking traffic was reported at 8th
&amp; Main.

Noise Complaint

At 11:29 p.m. loud music was reported at 1400 12th Street.

Cop Shop (8/30)

8/30 BOOKED: Rebeca Sosa on Barton County District Court case for Child Abuse, bond set at $75,000 C/S.

BOOKED: Jessica Garcia on two Barton County District Court warrants for Failure to Appear, no bond set.

BOOKED: Dan Kelly on Barton County District Court warrant for Failure to Appear, no bond set.

RELEASED: Rebeca Sosa on Barton County District Court case for Child Abuse, after posting $75,000 surety bond through Quick Bail Bonds.

RELEASED: Chet Whetham on Harvey County District Court warrant for Distribution of Fentanyl 100&gt;1,0000g, Distribution of Methamphetamine 3.5&gt;100g, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Possession of Marijuana, to Harvey County.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/6/1623272376285.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>8/30 BOOKED: Rebeca Sosa on Barton County District Court case for Child Abuse, bond set at $75,000 C/S.BOOKED: Jessica Garcia on two Barton County District Court warrants for Failure to Appear, no bond set.BOOKED: Dan Kelly on Barton County District Court warrant for Failure to Appear, no bond set.RELEASED: Rebeca Sosa on Barton County District Court case for Child Abuse, after posting $75,000 surety bond through Quick Bail Bonds.RELEASED: Chet Whetham on Harvey County District Court warrant for Distribution of Fentanyl 100&gt;1,0000g, Distribution of Methamphetamine 3.5&gt;100g, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Possession of Marijuana, to Harvey County.

Barton County Sheriff's booking activity (8/30)

By COLE REIF Great Bend Post

Last year, the City of Stafford applied for two grants through the South
Central Community Foundation. A $2,000 grant went toward redoing the kitchen at
the VFW. A $200 grant was awarded to the city to paint a mural on the local
lumberyard along Main Street. 

Understanding $200 was not going to be enough
funding to hire an artist, Stafford Office Clerk Deana
Eisenhour stepped up to paint the mural.


"We found this quilt-type pattern," said Eisenhour. "We liked the fact that it was red, white and blue. Our school colors are red and black, so it all meshed together really well. We spent a lot of hours looking through pictures, trying to figure out what we wanted to put on it. We made it applicable to the city. Some history people didn't even know...like our longitude and latitude and our elevation."

The 9' x 9' mural welcomes citizens as they enter Stafford’s
business district from the south. Working on the project a few hours before and
after work, Eisenhour estimated more than 40 hours went into the mural. 

Able to
honor her brother with the mural, Eisenhour mentioned the project was a labor
of love.


"My brother was the chief of police in Stafford for 29 years, and he passed five years ago," said Eisenhour. "He was a police officer, firefighter and EMT. If you look on the corner, I have it in memory of my brother, Doug Brown."

The City of Stafford also funded a grant to have a professional artist to paint
an image on a different wall of the same lumberyard building.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1693408747929.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>By COLE REIF Great Bend PostLast year, the City of Stafford applied for two grants through the South
Central Community Foundation. A $2,000 grant went toward redoing the kitchen at
the VFW. A $200 grant was awarded to the city to paint a mural on the local
lumberyard along Main Street. Understanding $200 was not going to be enough
funding to hire an artist, Stafford Office Clerk Deana
Eisenhour stepped up to paint the mural.
"We found this quilt-type pattern," said Eisenhour. "We liked the fact that it was red, white and blue. Our school colors are red and black, so it all meshed together really well. We spent a lot of hours looking through pictures, trying to figure out what we wanted to put on it. We made it applicable to the city. Some history people didn't even know...like our longitude and latitude and our elevation."The 9' x 9' mural welcomes citizens as they enter Stafford’s
business district from the south. Working on the project a few hours before and
after work, Eisenhour estimated more than 40 hours went into the mural. Able to
honor her brother with the mural, Eisenhour mentioned the project was a labor
of love.
"My brother was the chief of police in Stafford for 29 years, and he passed five years ago," said Eisenhour. "He was a police officer, firefighter and EMT. If you look on the corner, I have it in memory of my brother, Doug Brown."The City of Stafford also funded a grant to have a professional artist to paint
an image on a different wall of the same lumberyard building.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

City of Stafford mural a ‘labor of love’ for city worker

Today Widespread haze after 7 a.m. Sunny, with a high near 93. South wind 9 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph.

Tonight Widespread haze before 10 p.m. Clear, with a low around 64. South-southeast wind 11 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph.

Friday Sunny and hot, with a high near 98. South wind 13 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph.

Friday Night Clear, with a low around 65. South-southeast wind 14 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph.

Saturday Sunny and hot, with a high near 100. South wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph.

Saturday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 66.

Sunday Sunny and hot, with a high near 100.

Sunday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 69.

Labor Day Sunny and hot, with a high near 99. Breezy.

Monday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 71. Breezy.

Tuesday Sunny, with a high near 96.

Tuesday Night A 20-percent chance of showers. Mostly clear, with a low around 66.

Wednesday Sunny, with a high near 94.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Today Widespread haze after 7 a.m. Sunny, with a high near 93. South wind 9 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph.Tonight Widespread haze before 10 p.m. Clear, with a low around 64. South-southeast wind 11 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph.Friday Sunny and hot, with a high near 98. South wind 13 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph.Friday Night Clear, with a low around 65. South-southeast wind 14 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph.Saturday Sunny and hot, with a high near 100. South wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph.Saturday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 66.Sunday Sunny and hot, with a high near 100.Sunday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 69.Labor Day Sunny and hot, with a high near 99. Breezy.Monday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 71. Breezy.Tuesday Sunny, with a high near 96.Tuesday Night A 20-percent chance of showers. Mostly clear, with a low around 66.Wednesday Sunny, with a high near 94.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Thursday's weather

GREAT BEND, Kan. — State Rep. Tory Marie Blew on Wednesday filed to represent state Senate District 33.&nbsp; Blew, a Great Bend Republican, currently represents House District 112 in the Kansas Legislature, where she’s served since 2017. She now seeks to represent district 33 in the Kansas Senate.

“I am a consistent, common-sense conservative. I want to find solutions for the challenges rural communities face,” Blew said. “That’s one thing I’ve fought for my entire time in the Legislature – making sure western Kansas is a part of every conversation.”

As a state representative, Blew consistently voted to slash government regulations and lower the tax burden rural businesses and families face. She helped spearhead legislation that eliminated some of the red tape that made it difficult for childcare operators to open or stay in business. After a period of decline, available childcare slots are increasing.

Blew also helped appropriate necessary funding for a renovation of the Kansas Bureau of Investigation laboratory in Great Bend. The renovation utilized unspent American Rescue Plan Act funding for the upgrades. The federal funding limited costs to local and state taxpayers.

Currently, Blew serves on the Rural Judicial Initiative committee, tasked with recruiting attorneys to rural Kansas. Blew hosted the committee members at a Great Bend meet-and-greet last week.

In the Senate, Blew plans to continue to fight for western Kansas families by focusing on rural access to quality, affordable childcare, critical services, and housing.

“I’m recently married and eager to raise a family of my own. I want to see western Kansas, and specifically our area thrive, because I want my family to have the same opportunities and sense of community I had growing up here,” Blew said.

Tory Marie Blew announced her first run for the state legislature while a senior at Fort Hays State University. She was the youngest member of the Kansas Legislature from 2017 to 2021. She is a former Kansas Young Republicans chair and currently serves as the Kansas Young Republicans National Committeewoman. She also serves as the co-Chair of the Kansas Future Caucus under the Millennial Action Project.&nbsp;

Blew holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Education from FHSU and previously worked as a teacher. Today, she is the Human Resources Director for the family business, Pryor Automatic Fire Sprinkler.

She is a Great Bend native. Blew married her husband, Justin Blew, in 2020. Republican Alicia Straub currently holds the District 33 seat.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/5/1652361834821.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Tory Marie Blew campaign releaseGREAT BEND, Kan. — State Rep. Tory Marie Blew on Wednesday filed to represent state Senate District 33.&nbsp; Blew, a Great Bend Republican, currently represents House District 112 in the Kansas Legislature, where she’s served since 2017. She now seeks to represent district 33 in the Kansas Senate.“I am a consistent, common-sense conservative. I want to find solutions for the challenges rural communities face,” Blew said. “That’s one thing I’ve fought for my entire time in the Legislature – making sure western Kansas is a part of every conversation.”As a state representative, Blew consistently voted to slash government regulations and lower the tax burden rural businesses and families face. She helped spearhead legislation that eliminated some of the red tape that made it difficult for childcare operators to open or stay in business. After a period of decline, available childcare slots are increasing.Blew also helped appropriate necessary funding for a renovation of the Kansas Bureau of Investigation laboratory in Great Bend. The renovation utilized unspent American Rescue Plan Act funding for the upgrades. The federal funding limited costs to local and state taxpayers.Currently, Blew serves on the Rural Judicial Initiative committee, tasked with recruiting attorneys to rural Kansas. Blew hosted the committee members at a Great Bend meet-and-greet last week.In the Senate, Blew plans to continue to fight for western Kansas families by focusing on rural access to quality, affordable childcare, critical services, and housing.“I’m recently married and eager to raise a family of my own. I want to see western Kansas, and specifically our area thrive, because I want my family to have the same opportunities and sense of community I had growing up here,” Blew said.Tory Marie Blew announced her first run for the state legislature while a senior at Fort Hays State University. She was the youngest member of the Kansas Legislature from 2017 to 2021. She is a former Kansas Young Republicans chair and currently serves as the Kansas Young Republicans National Committeewoman. She also serves as the co-Chair of the Kansas Future Caucus under the Millennial Action Project.&nbsp;Blew holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Education from FHSU and previously worked as a teacher. Today, she is the Human Resources Director for the family business, Pryor Automatic Fire Sprinkler.She is a Great Bend native. Blew married her husband, Justin Blew, in 2020. Republican Alicia Straub currently holds the District 33 seat.

Great Bend state rep announces state senate run

Thursday, Aug. 31 is the last day to receive a $25 credit on your utility bill in
Great Bend for filling out a lead and copper survey. The Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) wants a nationwide inventory of water services, making
sure all lead and copper water pipes are replaced. 

Great Bend Public Works
Director Jason Cauley said the questionnaire asks about the water pipe line
entering your house, what year your service line was installed and the size of
the pipe.


"The federal government is requiring us to see what's on the customer's side," said Cauley. "When we say the customer's side, that's the line between the meter and the foundation wall. For the most part, if you have somebody that can get underneath your house or if you have access inside your house, really look at that pipe that's coming into the foundation wall."

The survey may be filled out in person at The Front Door building (1615 10th Street), at City Hall (1209 Williams) or on the city’s website (<a href="https://www.greatbendks.net/?fbclid=IwAR2F8LOmLWRMLW1o9dLXxELczMPxIIUQn3gggdVY__f8Ey5GX_CQGCVNnWg">greatbendks.net</a>). The $25
credit should reflect on the September bill.

With roughly 6,700 water meters or
accounts within the City of Great Bend, there were less than 800 surveys filled
out as of two weeks ago.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1693404125234.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>By COLE REIF Great Bend PostThursday, Aug. 31 is the last day to receive a $25 credit on your utility bill in
Great Bend for filling out a lead and copper survey. The Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) wants a nationwide inventory of water services, making
sure all lead and copper water pipes are replaced. Great Bend Public Works
Director Jason Cauley said the questionnaire asks about the water pipe line
entering your house, what year your service line was installed and the size of
the pipe.
"The federal government is requiring us to see what's on the customer's side," said Cauley. "When we say the customer's side, that's the line between the meter and the foundation wall. For the most part, if you have somebody that can get underneath your house or if you have access inside your house, really look at that pipe that's coming into the foundation wall."The survey may be filled out in person at The Front Door building (1615 10th Street), at City Hall (1209 Williams) or on the city’s website (<a href="https://www.greatbendks.net/?fbclid=IwAR2F8LOmLWRMLW1o9dLXxELczMPxIIUQn3gggdVY__f8Ey5GX_CQGCVNnWg">greatbendks.net</a>). The $25
credit should reflect on the September bill. With roughly 6,700 water meters or
accounts within the City of Great Bend, there were less than 800 surveys filled
out as of two weeks ago.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Great Bend residents: Last chance to get $25 credit on utility bill

Listen to an interview with Eagle Radio's Steve Webster and Barton Community College Shafer Art Gallery Director Dave Barnes. After 13 years with the gallery, Barnes is retiring this week.

The interview aired on 1590 KVGB &amp; 95.5 FM on Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1687372980932.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Listen to an interview with Eagle Radio's Steve Webster and Barton Community College Shafer Art Gallery Director Dave Barnes. After 13 years with the gallery, Barnes is retiring this week.<div><iframe title="Out & About show: Shafer Art Gallery Director Barnes’s retirement show" allowtransparency="true" height="150" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:150px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=w6eh4-1492e47-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=f6f6f6&font-color=auto&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=60a0c8" loading="lazy"></iframe></div>The interview aired on 1590 KVGB &amp; 95.5 FM on Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023.

🎙Post Podcast: Shafer Gallery Director Dave Barnes on retirement

RUSh COUNTY—One person was hospitalized after an accident just before 10a.m. Wednesday in Rush County.

The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2024 Freightline semi driven by Brandon John Knipp, 39, Russell, was westbound on Kansas 4 at U.S. 183.

The driver failed to stop at&nbsp; the stop sign and collided with a southbound 2013 Kenworth semi driven by Jeffrey Alan&nbsp;Beikmann, 43, Russell, in the the intersection.

After impact, the Kenworth traveled into the southwest corner of the road and overturned. The Freightliner came to rest jack-knifed on K4 facing Eastbound.&nbsp;

EMS transported Knipp to Hays Medical Center. First responders treated Beikmann at the scene for minor injuries. Knipp was not wearing a seat belt, according to the KHP.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1693424182707.jpeg" alt="Photo by&nbsp;Mark Goff for Hays Post" />
 <figcaption>Photo by&nbsp;Mark Goff for Hays Post</figcaption>
 </figure>RUSh COUNTY—One person was hospitalized after an accident just before 10a.m. Wednesday in Rush County.The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2024 Freightline semi driven by Brandon John Knipp, 39, Russell, was westbound on Kansas 4 at U.S. 183.The driver failed to stop at&nbsp; the stop sign and collided with a southbound 2013 Kenworth semi driven by Jeffrey Alan&nbsp;Beikmann, 43, Russell, in the the intersection.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1693424197713.jpeg" alt="Photos by Mark Goff for Hays Post" />
 <figcaption>Photos by Mark Goff for Hays Post</figcaption>
 </figure>After impact, the Kenworth traveled into the southwest corner of the road and overturned. The Freightliner came to rest jack-knifed on K4 facing Eastbound.&nbsp;EMS transported Knipp to Hays Medical Center. First responders treated Beikmann at the scene for minor injuries. Knipp was not wearing a seat belt, according to the KHP.

Russell man hospitalized after 2 semi trucks crash

From Park View Inn &amp; Suites...

We are excited to tell you that we have acquired a special event license for our Duck Blind Bar for Sept. 1-3. The bar will be open on those days so you can enjoy cold beverages with the company of your friends and family. We look forward to meeting you all. Thanks and best wishes from Park View Inn &amp; Suites family.

<a href="https://greatbendpost.com/posts/774fb6da-d621-4767-852b-bf433d09c8f6">RELATED STORY: New ownership takes over Rodeway Inn &amp; Suites in Hoisington</a>

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1693418165080.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>From Park View Inn &amp; Suites...We are excited to tell you that we have acquired a special event license for our Duck Blind Bar for Sept. 1-3. The bar will be open on those days so you can enjoy cold beverages with the company of your friends and family. We look forward to meeting you all. Thanks and best wishes from Park View Inn &amp; Suites family.<a href="https://greatbendpost.com/posts/774fb6da-d621-4767-852b-bf433d09c8f6">RELATED STORY: New ownership takes over Rodeway Inn &amp; Suites in Hoisington</a>

Duck Blind Bar in Hoisington to be open during Labor Day weekend

Labor Day Weekend traditionally signals the end of summer. Bring your summer fun to a historic close with a weekend of fun and learning at Fort Larned’s Labor Day Weekend Living History Event. &nbsp;

Volunteers and staff will once again bring Fort Larned to life during the Labor Day Weekend living history event.&nbsp;&nbsp;Get a glimpse into the life of a frontier soldier with rifle and artillery firing demonstrations, and their life in the army.&nbsp;&nbsp;You can also visit with officers’ wives, as well as watch the post blacksmith use a forge and anvil to transform iron into everyday objects.&nbsp;

Come out and end your summer with a celebration of our nation’s history.&nbsp;&nbsp;Here is the schedule of events for all three days.&nbsp;

10:00 - Blacksmithing Demonstration&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

11:00 - Steadfast Springfields - Small Arms firing demonstration with Springfield Rifles from the 1860s and 1870s&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

1:00 – Ladies of Officers’ Row&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

2:00 - Howitzer Hop - Artillery firing demonstration with a Mountain Howitzer and Instant Artillery crew&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

3:00 - Hilt and Blade - swords at Fort Larned and their uses&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

4:30 – Retreat Ceremony&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

3:00 - Footsteps - live recording of Fort Larned’s podcast — we’d love to hear from you! &nbsp;

2:00 - Howitzer Hop - Artillery firing demonstration with a Mountain Howitzer and Instant Artillery crew&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Fort Larned National Historic Site is located six miles west of Larned on Kansas Highway 156. You can information to plan a visit on our website:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.nps.gov/fols" target="_blank">www.nps.gov/fols</a>, by calling 620-285-6911, or emailing fols_superintendent@nps.gov. For information on area tourism partners, lodging, dining, and community services go to&nbsp;www.larnedks.org&nbsp;or call (620) 285-6916.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1693341123875.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Labor Day Weekend traditionally signals the end of summer. Bring your summer fun to a historic close with a weekend of fun and learning at Fort Larned’s Labor Day Weekend Living History Event. &nbsp;Volunteers and staff will once again bring Fort Larned to life during the Labor Day Weekend living history event.&nbsp;&nbsp;Get a glimpse into the life of a frontier soldier with rifle and artillery firing demonstrations, and their life in the army.&nbsp;&nbsp;You can also visit with officers’ wives, as well as watch the post blacksmith use a forge and anvil to transform iron into everyday objects.&nbsp;Come out and end your summer with a celebration of our nation’s history.&nbsp;&nbsp;Here is the schedule of events for all three days.&nbsp;Saturday&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;10:00 - Blacksmithing Demonstration&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;11:00 - Steadfast Springfields - Small Arms firing demonstration with Springfield Rifles from the 1860s and 1870s&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1:00 – Ladies of Officers’ Row&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2:00 - Howitzer Hop - Artillery firing demonstration with a Mountain Howitzer and Instant Artillery crew&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;3:00 - Hilt and Blade - swords at Fort Larned and their uses&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;4:30 – Retreat Ceremony&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Sunday&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;10:00 - Blacksmithing Demonstration&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;11:00 - Steadfast Springfields - Small Arms firing demonstration with Springfield Rifles from the 1860s and 1870s&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1:00 – Ladies of Officers’ Row&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2:00 - Howitzer Hop - Artillery firing demonstration with a Mountain Howitzer and Instant Artillery crew&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;3:00 - Footsteps - live recording of Fort Larned’s podcast — we’d love to hear from you! &nbsp;4:30 – Retreat Ceremony &nbsp;Monday&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;10:00 - Blacksmithing Demonstration&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;11:00 - Steadfast Springfields - Small Arms firing demonstration with Springfield Rifles from the 1860s and 1870s&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1:00 – Ladies of Officers’ Row&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2:00 - Howitzer Hop - Artillery firing demonstration with a Mountain Howitzer and Instant Artillery crew&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;4:30 – Retreat Ceremony&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Fort Larned National Historic Site is located six miles west of Larned on Kansas Highway 156. You can information to plan a visit on our website:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.nps.gov/fols" target="_blank">www.nps.gov/fols</a>, by calling 620-285-6911, or emailing fols_superintendent@nps.gov. For information on area tourism partners, lodging, dining, and community services go to&nbsp;www.larnedks.org&nbsp;or call (620) 285-6916.&nbsp;

Fort Larned's Labor Day Weekend Living History Event  

Drought conditions and extreme heat throughout Kansas are forcing farmers to consider harvesting soybeans for forage, rather than grain. Many factors should be considered when making this decision and some are discussed in a K-State Agronomy eUpdate,electronic newsletter that comes out every Thursday. Drought and heat stress in Kansas soybean fields.

You can subscribe to this newsletter, it only takes one minute. Simply type into your internet browser box K-State Agronomy eUpdate.

Herbicide applications made during the growing season are an additional concern that has been raised by farmers. The herbicide label is the law, and many herbicide labels do restrict the use of soybeans as a forage. It will be critical to know the waiting period that must be followed between the application of a given herbicide and the grazing or harvesting of the soybeans for use as a forage.

The list of herbicides with a brief summary of restrictions for grazing/haying soybeans treated with various herbicides is on our web site www.cottonwood.ksu.edu It is a quick read but to long to list in this article.

Here is an excerpt from the article Drought and heat stress in Kansas soybean fields.

Cutting for hay - Prolonged heat and drought stress can cause considerable leaf area loss and soybean yield reduction. If the crop is so drought-stressed that it’s losing leaves or not setting pods, it may be time to cut it for hay. This might appeal to livestock producers who are facing dry pastures and supplemental feed costs. The decision depends on the stage of growth and condition of the plants. If possible, it’s best to hold off on making any decisions about cutting soybeans for hay until the plants are moving into seed fill (the optimal time to cut beans for hay to retain digestible nutrients).

However, holding off until this stage of growth may not be possible if plants in the vegetative stage are dropping half or more of their leaves already. If too many leaves have dropped, the crop has a reduced value as a hay crop. Producers may need to make the decision to cut for hay while the plants are still in the vegetative stage, before the beginning seed fill stage, and before the soybeans lose too many leaves. Soybean plants that still have 30 percent of their leaves can produce 0.75 to 1.25 tons dry matter of hay per acre, with about 13 percent protein and 48 percent in-vitro dry matter digestibility. The more leaves a plant has, the more hay tonnage it will produce.

The “grey area” is where there are plants with 30 to 50 percent of leaves remaining since those leaves have the capability of filling pods if it rains and of making a soybean harvest that is worth more than the price of the hay.

Final considerations - Scout your acres for drought and heat stress so you can make timely decisions. Beyond yield reductions due to pod abortion, further yield impact can be expected also due to poor seed-filling conditions that may reduce the seed weight.

Stacy Campbell is a Crop Production Extension agent in the Cottonwood District (which includes Barton and Ellis counties) for K-State Research and Extension. You can contact him by e-mail at scampbel@ksu.edu or by calling 785-628-9430.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/4/1681266655144.jpeg" alt="written by: Stacy Campbell - Cottonwood Extension District" />
 <figcaption>written by: Stacy Campbell - Cottonwood Extension District</figcaption>
 </figure>Drought conditions and extreme heat throughout Kansas are forcing farmers to consider harvesting soybeans for forage, rather than grain. Many factors should be considered when making this decision and some are discussed in a K-State Agronomy eUpdate,electronic newsletter that comes out every Thursday. Drought and heat stress in Kansas soybean fields.You can subscribe to this newsletter, it only takes one minute. Simply type into your internet browser box K-State Agronomy eUpdate.Herbicide applications made during the growing season are an additional concern that has been raised by farmers. The herbicide label is the law, and many herbicide labels do restrict the use of soybeans as a forage. It will be critical to know the waiting period that must be followed between the application of a given herbicide and the grazing or harvesting of the soybeans for use as a forage.The list of herbicides with a brief summary of restrictions for grazing/haying soybeans treated with various herbicides is on our web site www.cottonwood.ksu.edu It is a quick read but to long to list in this article.Here is an excerpt from the article Drought and heat stress in Kansas soybean fields.Cutting for hay - Prolonged heat and drought stress can cause considerable leaf area loss and soybean yield reduction. If the crop is so drought-stressed that it’s losing leaves or not setting pods, it may be time to cut it for hay. This might appeal to livestock producers who are facing dry pastures and supplemental feed costs. The decision depends on the stage of growth and condition of the plants. If possible, it’s best to hold off on making any decisions about cutting soybeans for hay until the plants are moving into seed fill (the optimal time to cut beans for hay to retain digestible nutrients).However, holding off until this stage of growth may not be possible if plants in the vegetative stage are dropping half or more of their leaves already. If too many leaves have dropped, the crop has a reduced value as a hay crop. Producers may need to make the decision to cut for hay while the plants are still in the vegetative stage, before the beginning seed fill stage, and before the soybeans lose too many leaves. Soybean plants that still have 30 percent of their leaves can produce 0.75 to 1.25 tons dry matter of hay per acre, with about 13 percent protein and 48 percent in-vitro dry matter digestibility. The more leaves a plant has, the more hay tonnage it will produce.The “grey area” is where there are plants with 30 to 50 percent of leaves remaining since those leaves have the capability of filling pods if it rains and of making a soybean harvest that is worth more than the price of the hay.Final considerations - Scout your acres for drought and heat stress so you can make timely decisions. Beyond yield reductions due to pod abortion, further yield impact can be expected also due to poor seed-filling conditions that may reduce the seed weight.Stacy Campbell is a Crop Production Extension agent in the Cottonwood District (which includes Barton and Ellis counties) for K-State Research and Extension. You can contact him by e-mail at scampbel@ksu.edu or by calling 785-628-9430.

CAMPBELL: Check herbicide labels before using soybeans for livestock feed

Like many companies have dealt with, the City of Great Bend has
experienced a few delivery delays in the construction of the new police station
and municipal court building at the intersection of 12th Street and
Baker Avenue. 

The delays will push back the move-in date and open house a few
days, but City Administrator Brandon Anderson said the police department staff
is ready to make the transition.


"Our police department is anxious and excited to start moving, but we need to get this thing finished first," said Anderson. "The transition will a pretty large task once it gets done. One of the biggest tasks is the transitioning the evidence room. I know they're putting together a plan to get that done."

The current police station on Williams Street, built in the 1930s, is
approximately 7,500 square feet. The Justice Center will jump the square
footage up to 20,100.


In early August, the Great Bend City Council passed an ordinance to make Baker
Avenue, in front of the police station from 11th Street to 12th
Street, a northbound, one-way street.


"As soon as all the infrastructure gets put in at the police department, then we'll go in and resign that street," said Anderson. "We'll get people to comply with that. There will be parallel parking on both sides."

The Great Bend Police Department staff is hopeful to move in toward the end of
September. Anderson noted the public open house has been moved to Oct. 5.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1693336998105.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>By COLE REIF Great Bend PostLike many companies have dealt with, the City of Great Bend has
experienced a few delivery delays in the construction of the new police station
and municipal court building at the intersection of 12th Street and
Baker Avenue. The delays will push back the move-in date and open house a few
days, but City Administrator Brandon Anderson said the police department staff
is ready to make the transition.
"Our police department is anxious and excited to start moving, but we need to get this thing finished first," said Anderson. "The transition will a pretty large task once it gets done. One of the biggest tasks is the transitioning the evidence room. I know they're putting together a plan to get that done."The current police station on Williams Street, built in the 1930s, is
approximately 7,500 square feet. The Justice Center will jump the square
footage up to 20,100.
In early August, the Great Bend City Council passed an ordinance to make Baker
Avenue, in front of the police station from 11th Street to 12th
Street, a northbound, one-way street.
"As soon as all the infrastructure gets put in at the police department, then we'll go in and resign that street," said Anderson. "We'll get people to comply with that. There will be parallel parking on both sides."The Great Bend Police Department staff is hopeful to move in toward the end of
September. Anderson noted the public open house has been moved to Oct. 5.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Open house for new Great Bend police station Oct. 5

From Central Kansas Cristian Academy...

Central Kansas Christian Academy is excited to announce our 2nd Annual Cornhole Tournament fundraiser on Thursday, September 21st which is open to the public. Team and business sponsors are being accepted for this new event, with a preferred registration deadline of Sept. 17.

The evening will begin with a special Family Fun Night at 5:15 p.m. with hot dogs, chips, cookies, and water for a freewill donation on the school playground. Check-in for cornhole teams will begin at 5:45 p.m. with separate brackets for youth (8th grade and below) and adults (14 years and older).

"We had such a great turnout at last year's tournament, so we are very excited to host this event again this year," said CKCA Board Member Mallory Damon. "Proceeds from the event will be used to help fund some new school safety enhancements that we have plans to build out this coming summer."

The cost to play in the cornhole tournament is $40 per team of two, and registration is requested in advance prior to Sept. 17, if possible. Cash prizes will be awarded to the top three adult teams and gift cards will be awarded to the top two youth teams. Businesses are also invited to sponsor the event for a $150 minimum donation, which includes a team registration for those who also want to participate. Anyone interested can find more details or the online registration link by visiting the CKCA website: <a href="http://www.ckcacademy.com/events" target="_blank">www.ckcacademy.com/events</a>. There is also a Facebook event on the <a href="https://fb.me/e/197unAKyG" target="_blank">Central Kansas Christian Academy Facebook page</a>.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1693334544567.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>From Central Kansas Cristian Academy...Central Kansas Christian Academy is excited to announce our 2nd Annual Cornhole Tournament fundraiser on Thursday, September 21st which is open to the public. Team and business sponsors are being accepted for this new event, with a preferred registration deadline of Sept. 17.The evening will begin with a special Family Fun Night at 5:15 p.m. with hot dogs, chips, cookies, and water for a freewill donation on the school playground. Check-in for cornhole teams will begin at 5:45 p.m. with separate brackets for youth (8th grade and below) and adults (14 years and older)."We had such a great turnout at last year's tournament, so we are very excited to host this event again this year," said CKCA Board Member Mallory Damon. "Proceeds from the event will be used to help fund some new school safety enhancements that we have plans to build out this coming summer."The cost to play in the cornhole tournament is $40 per team of two, and registration is requested in advance prior to Sept. 17, if possible. Cash prizes will be awarded to the top three adult teams and gift cards will be awarded to the top two youth teams. Businesses are also invited to sponsor the event for a $150 minimum donation, which includes a team registration for those who also want to participate. Anyone interested can find more details or the online registration link by visiting the CKCA website: <a href="http://www.ckcacademy.com/events" target="_blank">www.ckcacademy.com/events</a>. There is also a Facebook event on the <a href="https://fb.me/e/197unAKyG" target="_blank">Central Kansas Christian Academy Facebook page</a>.

CKCA to host cornhole tournament Sept. 21 in Great Bend

Over the past several months, the city of Hoisington has been working with a pair of property owners to repair structures at 1229 N. Center Street and 408 E. First Street. With neither owner in attendance for Monday's city council meeting, the body voted 5-3 to seek bids to demolish the structure on First Street. Councilmember Carol Nather explained the reason.

"She's obviously not taking care of the yard," she said. "I don't see that she's taking care of anything. She's not making an effort. Basically, she's just trying to do what she has to do to get by. It's not passable."

The property, owned by Janet Hood, was deemed unfit or unsafe for living earlier this year. Hood asked for extensions on the repair in May and August, but Code Enforcement Officer Dolores Kipper said the front and back portions of the roof are still buckled. Effort has been made to paint part of the house and fix the porch, but as of Monday night, uncut vegetation in front of the home hid the porch. A cracked foundation was given as a major reason in the deciding vote.

The council also heard updates from Kipper on the property owned by Todd Westphal at 1229 N. Center Street. It was deemed unsafe in October 2022 and Westphal has requested extensions for repairs. The roof has been replaced but the property is still not connected to utilities, which is a violation of city code. Councilmember Darren Reinert said a vote on that property should be tabled.

Listen: Reinert and Councilmember Chris Smith debate action on the Westphal property.

"My opinion is this house is in better shape than a lot of other houses in this town, and we're overlooking those other houses to look at this one," he said. "We need to backpedal on this one a little bit and go after some that are in worse shape."

Westphal had agreed to be present at Monday's meeting. Action on his property was tabled until the next council meeting.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1693329022606.jpeg" alt="The Hoisington City Council voted 5-3 Monday night to seek bids to demolish a property at 408 E. First St." />
 <figcaption>The Hoisington City Council voted 5-3 Monday night to seek bids to demolish a property at 408 E. First St.</figcaption>
 </figure>By MIKE COURSON Great Bend PostOver the past several months, the city of Hoisington has been working with a pair of property owners to repair structures at 1229 N. Center Street and 408 E. First Street. With neither owner in attendance for Monday's city council meeting, the body voted 5-3 to seek bids to demolish the structure on First Street. Councilmember Carol Nather explained the reason."She's obviously not taking care of the yard," she said. "I don't see that she's taking care of anything. She's not making an effort. Basically, she's just trying to do what she has to do to get by. It's not passable."The property, owned by Janet Hood, was deemed unfit or unsafe for living earlier this year. Hood asked for extensions on the repair in May and August, but Code Enforcement Officer Dolores Kipper said the front and back portions of the roof are still buckled. Effort has been made to paint part of the house and fix the porch, but as of Monday night, uncut vegetation in front of the home hid the porch. A cracked foundation was given as a major reason in the deciding vote.The council also heard updates from Kipper on the property owned by Todd Westphal at 1229 N. Center Street. It was deemed unsafe in October 2022 and Westphal has requested extensions for repairs. The roof has been replaced but the property is still not connected to utilities, which is a violation of city code. Councilmember Darren Reinert said a vote on that property should be tabled.Listen: Reinert and Councilmember Chris Smith debate action on the Westphal property.<div><iframe width="100%" height="265" src="https://clyp.it/g1e0srij/widget" frameborder="0"></iframe></div>"My opinion is this house is in better shape than a lot of other houses in this town, and we're overlooking those other houses to look at this one," he said. "We need to backpedal on this one a little bit and go after some that are in worse shape."Westphal had agreed to be present at Monday's meeting. Action on his property was tabled until the next council meeting.

Hoisington Council votes to demolish unsafe property

Barton County Sheriff’s
Office incident log (8/29)


At 5:50 a.m. an animal complaint was reported at MM 10 on S. 281 Highway.



At 12:10 p.m. a report of cattle out was made at NE 110 Avenue &amp; NE K-156
Highway.



At 1:47 p.m. a traffic arrest was reported at 1205 Patton Road.



At 3:21 p.m. a theft was reported at 5501 2nd Street.



At 4:32 p.m. the K-9 was called out to 17th &amp; Odell.



At 4:55 p.m. a traffic arrest was reported at 2100 Main Street.



At 5:02 p.m. the K-9 was called out to 2100 Main Street.



Non-Injury Accident

At 8:40 p.m. an accident was reported in the 1200 block of NE K-156 Highway in
Claflin.


Great Bend Police Department incident
log (8/29)


At 12:17 a.m. K-9 deployment was reported at E. US 56 Highway &amp; NE 20 Avenue.



At 2:49 a.m. EMS assistance was needed at 1801 Jackson Street.



At 5:40 a.m. EMS assistance was needed at 1307 Garfield.



At 7:55 a.m. a driving complaint was reported at 2716 24th Street.



At 8:28 a.m. a battery case was reported at 1819 11th Street.



At 9:18 a.m. EMS assistance was needed at 2604 28th Street.



At 10:42 a.m. EMS assistance was needed at 1017 Harrison.



At 11:04 a.m. a report of being battered was made in the 2900 block of 10th
Street.



At 11:12 a.m. a dog at large was reported at 2110 San Domingo Street.



At 12:23 p.m. a theft of a motorcycle tag was reported at 3113 Williams. Tag
was entered into NCIC.



At 2:35 p.m. an accident was reported at 3503 10th Street.



At 3:38 p.m. a battery case was reported at 1802 22nd Street.



At 4:55 p.m. an officer arrested Jennifer Willenberg for driving while suspended.



At 5:22 p.m. EMS assistance was needed at 5965 Broadway.



At 6:41 p.m. EMS assistance was needed at 5501 9th Street.






<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/7/1688655627753.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Barton County Sheriff’s
Office incident log (8/29)

Animal Complaint

At 5:50 a.m. an animal complaint was reported at MM 10 on S. 281 Highway.

Cattle Out

At 12:10 p.m. a report of cattle out was made at NE 110 Avenue &amp; NE K-156
Highway.

Traffic Arrest

At 1:47 p.m. a traffic arrest was reported at 1205 Patton Road.

Theft

At 3:21 p.m. a theft was reported at 5501 2nd Street.

K-9 Use / Call Out

At 4:32 p.m. the K-9 was called out to 17th &amp; Odell.

Traffic Arrest

At 4:55 p.m. a traffic arrest was reported at 2100 Main Street.

K-9 Use / Call Out

At 5:02 p.m. the K-9 was called out to 2100 Main Street.

Non-Injury Accident

At 8:40 p.m. an accident was reported in the 1200 block of NE K-156 Highway in
Claflin.

Great Bend Police Department incident
log (8/29)

K-9 Use / Call Out

At 12:17 a.m. K-9 deployment was reported at E. US 56 Highway &amp; NE 20 Avenue.

Medical Alarm

At 2:49 a.m. EMS assistance was needed at 1801 Jackson Street.

Sick Person

At 5:40 a.m. EMS assistance was needed at 1307 Garfield.

Driving / Driver Complaint

At 7:55 a.m. a driving complaint was reported at 2716 24th Street.

Battery

At 8:28 a.m. a battery case was reported at 1819 11th Street.

Convulsions / Seizures

At 9:18 a.m. EMS assistance was needed at 2604 28th Street.

Traumatic Injuries

At 10:42 a.m. EMS assistance was needed at 1017 Harrison.

Battery

At 11:04 a.m. a report of being battered was made in the 2900 block of 10th
Street.

Animal Complaint

At 11:12 a.m. a dog at large was reported at 2110 San Domingo Street.

Theft

At 12:23 p.m. a theft of a motorcycle tag was reported at 3113 Williams. Tag
was entered into NCIC.

Non-Injury Accident

At 2:35 p.m. an accident was reported at 3503 10th Street.

Battery

At 3:38 p.m. a battery case was reported at 1802 22nd Street.

Traffic Arrest

At 4:55 p.m. an officer arrested Jennifer Willenberg for driving while suspended.

Chest Pain

At 5:22 p.m. EMS assistance was needed at 5965 Broadway.

Sick Person

At 6:41 p.m. EMS assistance was needed at 5501 9th Street.

Cop Shop (8/29)

8/29 BOOKED: Earl Davis III on Barton County District Court case for No Driver's License, bond set at $1,000 C/S.

BOOKED: Tito Torres on Barton County District Court warrant for Probation Violation, bond set at $5,000 C/S.

BOOKED: Ashley Corn on CKCC serve sentence.

BOOKED: Jennifer Willenberg on Great Bend Municipal Court case for Driving While Suspended, bond set at $500 C/S.

RELEASED: Earl Davis III on Barton County District Court case for No Driver's License, after posting $100 surety bond through Ace Bail Bonds.

RELEASED: Jennifer Willenberg on Great Bend Municipal Court case for Driving While Suspended, after posting $500 surety bond through Ace Bail Bonds.

RELEASED: Travis Wiley on Barton County District Court warrant for Aggravated Assault and Criminal Threat, on $25,000 OR bond.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/6/1623272376285.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>8/29 BOOKED: Earl Davis III on Barton County District Court case for No Driver's License, bond set at $1,000 C/S.BOOKED: Tito Torres on Barton County District Court warrant for Probation Violation, bond set at $5,000 C/S.BOOKED: Ashley Corn on CKCC serve sentence.BOOKED: Jennifer Willenberg on Great Bend Municipal Court case for Driving While Suspended, bond set at $500 C/S.RELEASED: Earl Davis III on Barton County District Court case for No Driver's License, after posting $100 surety bond through Ace Bail Bonds.RELEASED: Jennifer Willenberg on Great Bend Municipal Court case for Driving While Suspended, after posting $500 surety bond through Ace Bail Bonds.RELEASED: Travis Wiley on Barton County District Court warrant for Aggravated Assault and Criminal Threat, on $25,000 OR bond.

Barton County Sheriff's booking activity (8/29)

Over the past nine years, five large granite memorial stones have been placed at the Golden Belt Cemetery north of Great Bend as the Golden Belt Veterans Memorial. The center monument with military insignias was placed in May 2014, and most recently, Stone IV was dedicated on Veterans Day in November 2022. Local painter Melanie Ryan was recently hired by Barton County to do some touchup work on the older stones. She found a new set of problems on the newest monument: poor engravings.

"When they're cut deep enough, the word is still legible because light and shadow fill in those deep grooves," she told the Barton County Commission Tuesday morning. "But if they're not deep enough, wear and tear in 15 years, they'll be gone."

In all, the stones contain the names of more than 1,000 Barton County residents who have served in their country in everything ranging from the Civil and Spanish Wars to the present. While the older stones exhibit some natural fading, Stone IV will require more work than a simple touchup. Some of the engravings are too light to register, and others have been blown out with broken stone around the fine lines of letters. That makes it impossible for families to do memorial etchings of their loved ones' names. Commission Chair Shawn Hutchinson said Kansas Granite Company, the manufacturer of the stones, needs to be held accountable.

"It sounds to me like what we need to do is send the manufacturer some sort of letter that says if you don't have this resolved in 'x' amount of days, whatever is appropriate, or months, then we are going to hire someone else to resolve it, then we're going to send you the bill," he said. "If you don't pay the bill, we're going to sue you."

In the meantime, Ryan believes she can restore the previous three stones in time for Veterans Day. In Tuesday's commission study session, the body agreed to pay Ryan approximately $13,600 for labor and materials to do the work. 

"I can get it looking uniform, and I can get it looking legible from every angle," Ryan said.

Various county officials said previous to contact Kansas Granite Company about the issues were met with little or no answer. 

"The families each have had to pay for this so I think it's our responsibility to keep looking at this," said Commissioner Duane Reif. "They trusted us to keep looking at this."

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1693351116178.jpeg" alt="Great Bend artist Melanie Ryan will do restoration work on the names on three of the stones of the Golden Belt Veterans Memorial north of Great Bend." />
 <figcaption>Great Bend artist Melanie Ryan will do restoration work on the names on three of the stones of the Golden Belt Veterans Memorial north of Great Bend.</figcaption>
 </figure>By MIKE COURSON Great Bend PostOver the past nine years, five large granite memorial stones have been placed at the Golden Belt Cemetery north of Great Bend as the Golden Belt Veterans Memorial. The center monument with military insignias was placed in May 2014, and most recently, Stone IV was dedicated on Veterans Day in November 2022. Local painter Melanie Ryan was recently hired by Barton County to do some touchup work on the older stones. She found a new set of problems on the newest monument: poor engravings."When they're cut deep enough, the word is still legible because light and shadow fill in those deep grooves," she told the Barton County Commission Tuesday morning. "But if they're not deep enough, wear and tear in 15 years, they'll be gone."In all, the stones contain the names of more than 1,000 Barton County residents who have served in their country in everything ranging from the Civil and Spanish Wars to the present. While the older stones exhibit some natural fading, Stone IV will require more work than a simple touchup. Some of the engravings are too light to register, and others have been blown out with broken stone around the fine lines of letters. That makes it impossible for families to do memorial etchings of their loved ones' names. Commission Chair Shawn Hutchinson said Kansas Granite Company, the manufacturer of the stones, needs to be held accountable.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1693351346874.jpeg" alt="Several names in the newest Stone IV include misshapen or lightly engraved characters.&nbsp;" />
 <figcaption>Several names in the newest Stone IV include misshapen or lightly engraved characters.&nbsp;</figcaption>
 </figure>"It sounds to me like what we need to do is send the manufacturer some sort of letter that says if you don't have this resolved in 'x' amount of days, whatever is appropriate, or months, then we are going to hire someone else to resolve it, then we're going to send you the bill," he said. "If you don't pay the bill, we're going to sue you."In the meantime, Ryan believes she can restore the previous three stones in time for Veterans Day. In Tuesday's commission study session, the body agreed to pay Ryan approximately $13,600 for labor and materials to do the work. "I can get it looking uniform, and I can get it looking legible from every angle," Ryan said.Various county officials said previous to contact Kansas Granite Company about the issues were met with little or no answer. "The families each have had to pay for this so I think it's our responsibility to keep looking at this," said Commissioner Duane Reif. "They trusted us to keep looking at this."

Barton Commissioners concerned with quality of memorial at cemetery

Today Widespread haze after 7 a.m. Sunny, with a high near 91. Light and variable wind becoming southeast 5 to 8 mph in the morning.

Tonight Widespread haze before 10 p.m. Clear, with a low around 61. East-southeast wind 8 to 10 mph.

Thursday Sunny, with a high near 93. South wind 9 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph.

Thursday Night Clear, with a low around 65. South-southeast wind 13 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.

Today Widespread haze after 7 a.m. Sunny, with a high near 91. Light and variable wind becoming southeast 5 to 8 mph in the morning.Tonight Widespread haze before 10 p.m. Clear, with a low around 61. East-southeast wind 8 to 10 mph.Thursday Sunny, with a high near 93. South wind 9 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph.Thursday Night Clear, with a low around 65. South-southeast wind 13 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.Friday Sunny and hot, with a high near 98. South wind 14 to 17 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph.Friday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 66. Breezy.Saturday Sunny and hot, with a high near 100.Saturday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 66.Sunday Sunny and hot, with a high near 101.Sunday Night Clear, with a low around 68.Labor Day Sunny and hot, with a high near 99. Breezy.Monday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 70.Tuesday Sunny, with a high near 95.&nbsp;&nbsp;