By MIKE COURSON Great Bend Post

Installing the new turf and track and Great Bend High School's Memorial Stadium is no small task. The USD 428 Board of Education approved up to $2 million for the project last November, and facilities were closed to the public in late May so Hellas Corporation could begin work.

The old surfaces were removed and graded, then Hellas workers moved in the "belly" of the field - the large rolls of turf that make up the actual playing surface. Hellas Vice President Michelle Kuhns said all the markings arrived on Wednesday, and lasers and string measurements will be used for precise placings where the turf is cut before the markers are glued into place. The new Panther logo is also ready for installation at midfield.

"They come put together for us already," Kuhns said. "Our machines can make certain sizes. Some come all in one piece, which means everything is glued together, and everything is ready to go because there are some intricacies on details to logos. Some of them have multiple colors, multiple eyes.

Stadium lights have been left on at the stadium over the last week to allow for longer work hours. The crews are familiar with the work of installation, but they've had to deal with heat, high winds, and rain in recent weeks.

"The wind we have to deal with all the time here," said Kuhns. "The rain, we don't want to put the infield in when it's raining, but as long as there's no lightning and things like that going on. Light rains are fine but a lot of time we just wait until it passes."

Turf work should wrap up soon so the Panther football team can begin practicing on the new field. Kuhn said asphalt will be laid for the new track beginning Monday. After that sits for a few days, the track surface will be applied. Again, lasers and string measurements are used for precise markings on the track, and they must be approved after a district walk-through. That process usually takes 3-5 days.

"He cannot do anything in the wind, he cannot do anything in the rain," Kuhns said. "The striping tends to extend projects because it has to be precise. It has to be the right weather. The track has to be clean. There are a lot of things in order for that paint to stick. That plays a big part in getting it done properly and on time."

The Panther football hosts its jamboree on Aug. 25 and opens the 2023 season at home on Sept. 1 against McPherson.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1691694476887.jpeg" alt="Turf installation is nearly complete at Great Bend High School's Memorial Stadium. Numbering and a 20-yard wide logo at midfield were still missing as of Thursday." />
 <figcaption>Turf installation is nearly complete at Great Bend High School's Memorial Stadium. Numbering and a 20-yard wide logo at midfield were still missing as of Thursday.</figcaption>
 </figure>By MIKE COURSON Great Bend PostInstalling the new turf and track and Great Bend High School's Memorial Stadium is no small task. The USD 428 Board of Education approved up to $2 million for the project last November, and facilities were closed to the public in late May so Hellas Corporation could begin work.The old surfaces were removed and graded, then Hellas workers moved in the "belly" of the field - the large rolls of turf that make up the actual playing surface. Hellas Vice President Michelle Kuhns said all the markings arrived on Wednesday, and lasers and string measurements will be used for precise placings where the turf is cut before the markers are glued into place. The new Panther logo is also ready for installation at midfield."They come put together for us already," Kuhns said. "Our machines can make certain sizes. Some come all in one piece, which means everything is glued together, and everything is ready to go because there are some intricacies on details to logos. Some of them have multiple colors, multiple eyes.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1691694269077.jpeg" alt="Turf is cut and replaced by each white hash mark that is glued into place." />
 <figcaption>Turf is cut and replaced by each white hash mark that is glued into place.</figcaption>
 </figure>Stadium lights have been left on at the stadium over the last week to allow for longer work hours. The crews are familiar with the work of installation, but they've had to deal with heat, high winds, and rain in recent weeks."The wind we have to deal with all the time here," said Kuhns. "The rain, we don't want to put the infield in when it's raining, but as long as there's no lightning and things like that going on. Light rains are fine but a lot of time we just wait until it passes."Turf work should wrap up soon so the Panther football team can begin practicing on the new field. Kuhn said asphalt will be laid for the new track beginning Monday. After that sits for a few days, the track surface will be applied. Again, lasers and string measurements are used for precise markings on the track, and they must be approved after a district walk-through. That process usually takes 3-5 days.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1691694371990.jpeg" alt="A Cushdrain added beneath the turf creates an added layer of safety." />
 <figcaption>A Cushdrain added beneath the turf creates an added layer of safety.</figcaption>
 </figure>"He cannot do anything in the wind, he cannot do anything in the rain," Kuhns said. "The striping tends to extend projects because it has to be precise. It has to be the right weather. The track has to be clean. There are a lot of things in order for that paint to stick. That plays a big part in getting it done properly and on time."The Panther football hosts its jamboree on Aug. 25 and opens the 2023 season at home on Sept. 1 against McPherson.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1691805292392.jpeg" alt="Numbers and the north end zone were added to the field by Friday afternoon." />
 <figcaption>Numbers and the north end zone were added to the field by Friday afternoon.</figcaption>
 </figure>

Great Bend High School's turf installation nearing completion 

Mike Perry had an inkling his number was lucky when he became an early finalist in Eagle Radio's Nitro Summer Giveaway. His No. 4 ball matched the number on his son, Chance's, jersey at Great Bend High School. Friday night at Ehler Chevrolet in Hoisington, Perry's ball was the last one remaining, making him the winner of a brand new 2023 Nitro Yellow Chevy Trailblazer.

"Northview Nursery, my wife dragged me down there to spend a lot of money on plants," Perry said. "Thanks, Chad and Northview Nursery. We've got a great looking yard and now we've got a great looking car."

Perry's entry at Northview Nursery was his lone entry into the contest that featured 105 finalists, including one final contestant selected just before Friday's giveaway.

"I just happened to go out that day to buy plants and I saw the box," said Perry. "While (my wife, Pam) was shopping I went and put my name in."

Finalists were eliminated as their numbers were called. The final 10 contestants were called to the front of the stage. Nancy Crawford, with the No. 25 ball from Straub's Powersports, and Perry were the last two contestants standing.

"It was fun because I was sitting behind earlier," said Perry. "When they'd pull out balls, I only had to worry about my color of ball coming out. Once we got up here in front it got nerve wracking because I didn't know what color was coming out."

Perry, the head bowling coach at Barton Community College, said he has won small raffles before, but nothing like a new car.

The Nitro Summer Giveaway was presented by Ehler Chevrolet, Farmers Bank &amp; Trust, Northview Nursery &amp; Landscape, and Doan's Outdoor Store.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1691804190955.jpeg" alt="Great Bend's Mike Perry won a 2023 Chevy Trailblazer at Eagle Radio's Nitro Summer Giveaway at Ehler Chevrolet in Hoisington." />
 <figcaption>Great Bend's Mike Perry won a 2023 Chevy Trailblazer at Eagle Radio's Nitro Summer Giveaway at Ehler Chevrolet in Hoisington.</figcaption>
 </figure>By MIKE COURSON Great Bend PostMike Perry had an inkling his number was lucky when he became an early finalist in Eagle Radio's Nitro Summer Giveaway. His No. 4 ball matched the number on his son, Chance's, jersey at Great Bend High School. Friday night at Ehler Chevrolet in Hoisington, Perry's ball was the last one remaining, making him the winner of a brand new 2023 Nitro Yellow Chevy Trailblazer."Northview Nursery, my wife dragged me down there to spend a lot of money on plants," Perry said. "Thanks, Chad and Northview Nursery. We've got a great looking yard and now we've got a great looking car."Perry's entry at Northview Nursery was his lone entry into the contest that featured 105 finalists, including one final contestant selected just before Friday's giveaway.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1691804305834.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>"I just happened to go out that day to buy plants and I saw the box," said Perry. "While (my wife, Pam) was shopping I went and put my name in."Finalists were eliminated as their numbers were called. The final 10 contestants were called to the front of the stage. Nancy Crawford, with the No. 25 ball from Straub's Powersports, and Perry were the last two contestants standing."It was fun because I was sitting behind earlier," said Perry. "When they'd pull out balls, I only had to worry about my color of ball coming out. Once we got up here in front it got nerve wracking because I didn't know what color was coming out."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1691804343417.jpeg" alt="Nancy Crawford reacts as she becomes the final contestant eliminated in the Nitro Summer Giveaway." />
 <figcaption>Nancy Crawford reacts as she becomes the final contestant eliminated in the Nitro Summer Giveaway.</figcaption>
 </figure>Perry, the head bowling coach at Barton Community College, said he has won small raffles before, but nothing like a new car.The Nitro Summer Giveaway was presented by Ehler Chevrolet, Farmers Bank &amp; Trust, Northview Nursery &amp; Landscape, and Doan's Outdoor Store.

Perry wins car in Eagle Radio's Nitro Summer Giveaway

Aug. 11, National 811 Day, is almost here. This date, 8/11, serves as a valuable reminder about the importance of safe digging practices and preventing damage to underground facilities.

“On Aug. 11 and throughout the year, we remind homeowners and professional contractors alike to use the free 811 service before digging to reduce the risk of accidentally hitting an underground facility,” said Sean Postlethwait, Kansas Gas Service vice president of Operations. “Our highest priority is safety, and the best way to prevent injuries or disrupting service in your neighborhood and community is by contacting 811.”

How 811 Works Contacting 811 connects you to the local one-call center, which notifies utility companies of your digging plans. These utilities may include natural gas, electric, water, sewer, cable and telecommunications. Professional locators are then sent to the requested digging site to mark the approximate locations of underground lines using flags, spray paint or both. It’s a free service that only takes a few minutes and helps keep your community safe.

Kansas Gas Service encourages everyone to put safety first when undertaking any digging project – whether large or small.

For a safer digging experience, here are 5 helpful tips to follow:

1. Contact 811. Call 811 or submit an online request at Kansas811.com at least two full working days before you start your digging project. (If you hire a contractor, make sure they have contacted 811.)

2. Verify the Marks Are Fresh and Complete. Verify that all utilities have marked their facilities and wait for confirmation that the markings are complete by reviewing your ticket with 811. Ensure the markings are not from a previous project.

3. Respect the Tolerance Zone. The tolerance zone is the area located 24 inches on either side of the underground facility. Always hand dig within this area to avoid contact or&nbsp;damage.

4. Only Dig within the Project Area. By contacting 811, the project area can be defined and helps ensure digging occurs within that area.

5. Smell Gas, Act Fast! If you smell gas while digging or damage a natural gas line, leave the area immediately then call 911 and Kansas Gas Service at 888-482-4950.

To learn more about safe digging, visit BeADigHeroKansas.com.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1691442177961.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Aug. 11, National 811 Day, is almost here. This date, 8/11, serves as a valuable reminder about the importance of safe digging practices and preventing damage to underground facilities.“On Aug. 11 and throughout the year, we remind homeowners and professional contractors alike to use the free 811 service before digging to reduce the risk of accidentally hitting an underground facility,” said Sean Postlethwait, Kansas Gas Service vice president of Operations. “Our highest priority is safety, and the best way to prevent injuries or disrupting service in your neighborhood and community is by contacting 811.”How 811 Works Contacting 811 connects you to the local one-call center, which notifies utility companies of your digging plans. These utilities may include natural gas, electric, water, sewer, cable and telecommunications. Professional locators are then sent to the requested digging site to mark the approximate locations of underground lines using flags, spray paint or both. It’s a free service that only takes a few minutes and helps keep your community safe.Kansas Gas Service encourages everyone to put safety first when undertaking any digging project – whether large or small.For a safer digging experience, here are 5 helpful tips to follow:1. Contact 811. Call 811 or submit an online request at Kansas811.com at least two full working days before you start your digging project. (If you hire a contractor, make sure they have contacted 811.)2. Verify the Marks Are Fresh and Complete. Verify that all utilities have marked their facilities and wait for confirmation that the markings are complete by reviewing your ticket with 811. Ensure the markings are not from a previous project.3. Respect the Tolerance Zone. The tolerance zone is the area located 24 inches on either side of the underground facility. Always hand dig within this area to avoid contact or&nbsp;damage.4. Only Dig within the Project Area. By contacting 811, the project area can be defined and helps ensure digging occurs within that area.5. Smell Gas, Act Fast! If you smell gas while digging or damage a natural gas line, leave the area immediately then call 911 and Kansas Gas Service at 888-482-4950.To learn more about safe digging, visit BeADigHeroKansas.com.

811 Day (Aug. 11) promotes safe digging & preventing costly mistakes

By COLE REIF Great Bend Post

The Hoisington USD 431 Board of Education, like many school districts
across Kansas, want to give homeschooled students an opportunity to participate
in Kansas State High School Activities Association sponsored events, such as
sports. The school board would prefer those homeschooled students be held to the
same standards as those within the district. 

Senate Bill 113 allows nonpublic
students to participate in KSHSAA activities. Hoisington Activities Director
Faron Kraft said the homeschooled students must be academically eligible to
participate, but there is no way to prove they are passing their classes except
for trusting their parents’ word. "I just don't think it's fair," said Kraft. "Our kids going to school have to keep their grades up and follow an eligibility policy. A nonpublic kid that is allowed to play sports and activities for us doesn't have to prove that they're making those grades. I haven't met an administrator yet that likes that." 
Along with being academically eligible, the nonpublic student must have
proper paperwork for physicals, concussion form, immunization record and pay
participation fees if applicable. &nbsp; "If we do get one of these applications, we'll have to be very diligent on making sure they are in our district boundaries," said Kraft. "We'll probably have to make a home visit, knock on the door and make sure that's where they actually live. We have the right and ability to do that." 
Kraft did not foresee the new state statute being a huge issue in the
Hoisington area, but had concerns for schools in bigger cities that have more
nonpublic schools.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1691602512189.png" alt="file photo" />
 <figcaption>file photo</figcaption>
 </figure>By COLE REIF Great Bend PostThe Hoisington USD 431 Board of Education, like many school districts
across Kansas, want to give homeschooled students an opportunity to participate
in Kansas State High School Activities Association sponsored events, such as
sports. The school board would prefer those homeschooled students be held to the
same standards as those within the district. Senate Bill 113 allows nonpublic
students to participate in KSHSAA activities. Hoisington Activities Director
Faron Kraft said the homeschooled students must be academically eligible to
participate, but there is no way to prove they are passing their classes except
for trusting their parents’ word. "I just don't think it's fair," said Kraft. "Our kids going to school have to keep their grades up and follow an eligibility policy. A nonpublic kid that is allowed to play sports and activities for us doesn't have to prove that they're making those grades. I haven't met an administrator yet that likes that." 
Along with being academically eligible, the nonpublic student must have
proper paperwork for physicals, concussion form, immunization record and pay
participation fees if applicable. &nbsp; "If we do get one of these applications, we'll have to be very diligent on making sure they are in our district boundaries," said Kraft. "We'll probably have to make a home visit, knock on the door and make sure that's where they actually live. We have the right and ability to do that." 
Kraft did not foresee the new state statute being a huge issue in the
Hoisington area, but had concerns for schools in bigger cities that have more
nonpublic schools.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Hoisington board receives more info on homeschool students in sports

Casey Rowland understands if someone is a bit uncertain about attending Parent Project classes but she encourages parents to at least consider it.

As the Juvenile Services (JS) family advocate, Rowland suggests that those who are leery about the class to give her a call at 620-793-1930.

“This would give you a chance to discover the ways we can help you with a child who is struggling,” Rowland said. “And I would have the opportunity to zero in on your individual circumstances before the classes actually start.”

Rowland predicated that parents will be impressed with the class curriculum, as well as some of the comments she hears about the classes.

· Our family has had laughter and love restored. I don’t feel like a complete failure as a mother. Stress levels have gone down and we are more understanding of one another.

· I am being more consistent and learning from my mistakes. Not all kids learn the same way and I hope to keep working with my kids to make our home life better.

· The class made me feel there is hope as a parent and to realize I was doing most things right. I just needed some help with understanding children in this new age. I actually like being a mom again.

Parent Project consists of one class a week for 10 consecutive weeks from 6 to 9 p.m., usually on Tuesdays at 1800 12th in Great Bend.

There is no cost; participants receive a homecooked meal and class materials.

While Rowland, who leads the classes, would prefer advanced notice about attendance, a parent can walk in on the first day.

“It’s helpful for me to become aware of your situation prior to classes beginning,” she said. “But it certainly is not mandatory.”

Parent Project is for parents dealing with out-of-control teenagers, kids who are talking back and not obeying the rules, and everything in between. The child doesn’t have to be a JS client; classes are open to anyone.

Parents of adult children are welcome too.

Step-parents participate frequently, reported Rowland, who is a step-parent.

“I have been in the trenches,” she laughed. “This class can help co-parenting families learn new techniques to build strong, blended families. Step-parents also start to understand how they can support one another, which results in a calmer household.”

Co-parenting is a topic throughout the 10-week series and one of the classes is devoted to the issue.

“I strongly encourage any parent to consider Parent Project,” Rowland summarized. “Even if you come on day one and decide it is not for you, that is okay. I do hope, however, that we can discuss the reasons you decided not to attend.

“Who knows? Maybe it is not right for you now. But sessions are held twice a year and a future series of classes might work better for you.”

The Kansas Department of Corrections-Juvenile Services finances the classes.

20th Judicial District Juvenile Services empowers youth in Barton, Rice, Ellsworth, Stafford and Russell counties to achieve positive outcomes by offering Juvenile Intake &amp; Assessment, Immediate Intervention, Intensive Supervised Probation, Case Management, Journey to Change, Life Skills, All Stars and Youth Crew. Parents and guardians also are offered The Parent Project. Visit 1800 12th in Great Bend or call 620-793-1930.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1687793470077.jpeg" alt="Casey Rowland, Juvenile Services family advocate, encourages parents to consider taking Parent Project classes." />
 <figcaption>Casey Rowland, Juvenile Services family advocate, encourages parents to consider taking Parent Project classes.</figcaption>
 </figure>Casey Rowland understands if someone is a bit uncertain about attending Parent Project classes but she encourages parents to at least consider it.As the Juvenile Services (JS) family advocate, Rowland suggests that those who are leery about the class to give her a call at 620-793-1930.“This would give you a chance to discover the ways we can help you with a child who is struggling,” Rowland said. “And I would have the opportunity to zero in on your individual circumstances before the classes actually start.”Rowland predicated that parents will be impressed with the class curriculum, as well as some of the comments she hears about the classes.A few examples of positive feedback are:· Our family has had laughter and love restored. I don’t feel like a complete failure as a mother. Stress levels have gone down and we are more understanding of one another.· I am being more consistent and learning from my mistakes. Not all kids learn the same way and I hope to keep working with my kids to make our home life better.· The class made me feel there is hope as a parent and to realize I was doing most things right. I just needed some help with understanding children in this new age. I actually like being a mom again.Parent Project consists of one class a week for 10 consecutive weeks from 6 to 9 p.m., usually on Tuesdays at 1800 12th in Great Bend.There is no cost; participants receive a homecooked meal and class materials.While Rowland, who leads the classes, would prefer advanced notice about attendance, a parent can walk in on the first day.“It’s helpful for me to become aware of your situation prior to classes beginning,” she said. “But it certainly is not mandatory.”Parent Project is for parents dealing with out-of-control teenagers, kids who are talking back and not obeying the rules, and everything in between. The child doesn’t have to be a JS client; classes are open to anyone.Parents of adult children are welcome too.Step-parents participate frequently, reported Rowland, who is a step-parent.“I have been in the trenches,” she laughed. “This class can help co-parenting families learn new techniques to build strong, blended families. Step-parents also start to understand how they can support one another, which results in a calmer household.”Co-parenting is a topic throughout the 10-week series and one of the classes is devoted to the issue.“I strongly encourage any parent to consider Parent Project,” Rowland summarized. “Even if you come on day one and decide it is not for you, that is okay. I do hope, however, that we can discuss the reasons you decided not to attend.“Who knows? Maybe it is not right for you now. But sessions are held twice a year and a future series of classes might work better for you.”The Kansas Department of Corrections-Juvenile Services finances the classes.20th Judicial District Juvenile Services empowers youth in Barton, Rice, Ellsworth, Stafford and Russell counties to achieve positive outcomes by offering Juvenile Intake &amp; Assessment, Immediate Intervention, Intensive Supervised Probation, Case Management, Journey to Change, Life Skills, All Stars and Youth Crew. Parents and guardians also are offered The Parent Project. Visit 1800 12th in Great Bend or call 620-793-1930.

Parent Project classes begin Sept. 12 at Juvenile Services

The temperature high is set in the mid-90s for Saturday’s forecast, so a
number of water-themed activities might sound pretty good for this year’s Party
in the Park in Great Bend. 

The outdoor festival at Veterans Memorial Park
begins at 9 a.m. with the mud volleyball tournament and pop-up-adventure
playground. The wet/dry parade begins at 10 a.m. and Great Bend Community
Coordinator Christina Hayes said the kids fun zone will even include water this
year. "The Optimist Kids Fun Zone used to be on the north side of Vets Park, it's on the south side by the playground this year," said Hayes. "This is a wet fun zone. Bring wet clothes and dry clothes for your kids to change into. There will be water features." 
The Anything That Floats Race will start at 11:15 a.m. followed by a new event
this year, the money pit. "First Kansas Bank is going to come hide coins in the old sand volleyball pits," said Hayes. "Kids will have so many minutes to find so many coins."

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1691608247556.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>By COLE REIF Great Bend PostThe temperature high is set in the mid-90s for Saturday’s forecast, so a
number of water-themed activities might sound pretty good for this year’s Party
in the Park in Great Bend. The outdoor festival at Veterans Memorial Park
begins at 9 a.m. with the mud volleyball tournament and pop-up-adventure
playground. The wet/dry parade begins at 10 a.m. and Great Bend Community
Coordinator Christina Hayes said the kids fun zone will even include water this
year. "The Optimist Kids Fun Zone used to be on the north side of Vets Park, it's on the south side by the playground this year," said Hayes. "This is a wet fun zone. Bring wet clothes and dry clothes for your kids to change into. There will be water features." 
The Anything That Floats Race will start at 11:15 a.m. followed by a new event
this year, the money pit. "First Kansas Bank is going to come hide coins in the old sand volleyball pits," said Hayes. "Kids will have so many minutes to find so many coins." <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1691608616488.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>

Plenty of events to cool off with at Saturday’s Party in the Park

Hear this month's Sunflower Show with Eagle Radio's Scott Donovan and guests include the Director of Planned Giving and Community Support at Sunflower Diversified Services Cody Harris who will talk about the upcoming Charity Gala. Joining Cody will be Sunflower's Amanda Urban who will talk about all the new things happening in day services. The show aired Aug. 9, 2023.

The Sunflower Show airs the second Wednesday each month at 8:30 a.m. on 1590 KVGB &amp; 95.5 FM.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1687372980932.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Hear this month's Sunflower Show with Eagle Radio's Scott Donovan and guests include the Director of Planned Giving and Community Support at Sunflower Diversified Services Cody Harris who will talk about the upcoming Charity Gala. Joining Cody will be Sunflower's Amanda Urban who will talk about all the new things happening in day services. The show aired Aug. 9, 2023.<div><iframe title="Sunflower Diversified Services 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=d25yb-14799a6-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 Sunflower Show airs the second Wednesday each month at 8:30 a.m. on 1590 KVGB &amp; 95.5 FM.

🎙Post Podcast: Sunflower Diversified Services Harris & Urban

Anyone still around in the year 2126 will catch a great view of Comet Swift-Tuttle. Those unable to make it that long will have to settle for another Perseid meteor show. As it turns out, the best days for viewing the shooting stars this year fall on a Friday and Saturday. Kansas Wetlands Education Center Director Curtis Wolf is ready to help bring the summer to a close with its "Out of this World" Perseid Meteor Shower Watch Party that kicks off at 8:30 p.m. Friday night.

"It's turned into one of our big annual events - a great end-of-summer family opportunity to come out before school starts, spend an evening at the center doing various activities, and the main feature is just sitting out under the stars and looking for the meteors that come across the sky."

Comet Swift-Tuttle, discovered by Lewis Swift and Horace Parnell Tuttle in 1862, completes its orbit every 133 years. Given the comet's 16-mile nuclear diameter, maximum speed of up to 26 miles a second, and its proximity to Earth every 133 years, it has been described as the "single most dangerous object known to humanity." It will not be close to Earth again until 2126, but each year it does make for a fantastic show of nature in the sky.

"Basically, it's Earth's orbit is going through the debris from a comet," Wolf said. "As those particles hit the atmosphere they burn up and create those nice little shooting stars."

Up to 60-100 visible meteors per hour are anticipated at KWEC's Watch Party. The free event will include the inflatable planetarium, a craft, and some experiments indoors. A fire pit and S'mores will be waiting outdoors. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets for the party.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/8/1659622692617.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>By MIKE COURSON Great Bend PostAnyone still around in the year 2126 will catch a great view of Comet Swift-Tuttle. Those unable to make it that long will have to settle for another Perseid meteor show. As it turns out, the best days for viewing the shooting stars this year fall on a Friday and Saturday. Kansas Wetlands Education Center Director Curtis Wolf is ready to help bring the summer to a close with its "Out of this World" Perseid Meteor Shower Watch Party that kicks off at 8:30 p.m. Friday night."It's turned into one of our big annual events - a great end-of-summer family opportunity to come out before school starts, spend an evening at the center doing various activities, and the main feature is just sitting out under the stars and looking for the meteors that come across the sky."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/8/1628693254658.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Comet Swift-Tuttle, discovered by Lewis Swift and Horace Parnell Tuttle in 1862, completes its orbit every 133 years. Given the comet's 16-mile nuclear diameter, maximum speed of up to 26 miles a second, and its proximity to Earth every 133 years, it has been described as the "single most dangerous object known to humanity." It will not be close to Earth again until 2126, but each year it does make for a fantastic show of nature in the sky."Basically, it's Earth's orbit is going through the debris from a comet," Wolf said. "As those particles hit the atmosphere they burn up and create those nice little shooting stars."Up to 60-100 visible meteors per hour are anticipated at KWEC's Watch Party. The free event will include the inflatable planetarium, a craft, and some experiments indoors. A fire pit and S'mores will be waiting outdoors. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets for the party.

KWEC hosting 'Out of this World' Perseid Meteor Watch Party tonight

The Southwest Kansas Area Agency on Aging (SWKAAA) is a planning, coordinating, and funding agency that serves senior citizens in 28 counties in southwest Kansas, including Barton. Linn Hogg has previously served on the SWKAAA sub-region council. After a year off, she is again eligible to serve on the council and was the lone applicant for the term. Tuesday morning, Barton County Commissions appointed Hogg to the council. 

"SWKAA helps determine long-term needs and adequate programs for all senior citizens in southwest Kansas," Barton County Administrator Matt Patzner told the commission. "Appointees are required to attend four quarterly meetings per year, with mileage reimbursed. The uncompensated position ends September 2026."

County commissioners from each of the 28 counties appoint three individuals to serve on the sub-regional council. Those members then elect representatives to serve on the SWKAAA Board of Directors. 

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/11/1604592218506.jpeg" alt="Linn Hogg will again serve on the Southwest Kansas Area Agency on Aging sub-region council." />
 <figcaption>Linn Hogg will again serve on the Southwest Kansas Area Agency on Aging sub-region council.</figcaption>
 </figure>By MIKE COURSON Great Bend PostThe Southwest Kansas Area Agency on Aging (SWKAAA) is a planning, coordinating, and funding agency that serves senior citizens in 28 counties in southwest Kansas, including Barton. Linn Hogg has previously served on the SWKAAA sub-region council. After a year off, she is again eligible to serve on the council and was the lone applicant for the term. Tuesday morning, Barton County Commissions appointed Hogg to the council. "SWKAA helps determine long-term needs and adequate programs for all senior citizens in southwest Kansas," Barton County Administrator Matt Patzner told the commission. "Appointees are required to attend four quarterly meetings per year, with mileage reimbursed. The uncompensated position ends September 2026."County commissioners from each of the 28 counties appoint three individuals to serve on the sub-regional council. Those members then elect representatives to serve on the SWKAAA Board of Directors.

Hogg appointed back to SWKAAA sub-region council

School districts continue to enhance ways to combat vaping in their buildings. At Monday's USD 431 Board of Education meeting, Hoisington High School Principal Joel Mason outlined the use of SwabTek technology for the upcoming school year. The cotton swabs can be used to detect THC in refillable vape devices.

"Swab that with this swab and drop something on it," Mason explained. "If it turns purple, that's positive for THC in that oil. I think we'd be really surprised on how much we probably have in our buildings."

Current district policy is a 1-3 day suspension on first offenses for vape devices that contain nicotine. That suspension is bumped to 5-10 days for first-time offenses with vape devices containing THC or other illicit drugs.

"That SwabTek, in itself, won't stand up in court as far as criminal charges against that student," Mason said, "but that does give me reasonable suspicion to extend that student's suspension for having THC as opposed to just nicotine."

Mason also reminded the board that law enforcement is contacted whenever a vape device is found so evidence can be obtained for any legal matters. 

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/9/1568829480327.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>By MIKE COURSON Great Bend PostSchool districts continue to enhance ways to combat vaping in their buildings. At Monday's USD 431 Board of Education meeting, Hoisington High School Principal Joel Mason outlined the use of SwabTek technology for the upcoming school year. The cotton swabs can be used to detect THC in refillable vape devices."Swab that with this swab and drop something on it," Mason explained. "If it turns purple, that's positive for THC in that oil. I think we'd be really surprised on how much we probably have in our buildings."Current district policy is a 1-3 day suspension on first offenses for vape devices that contain nicotine. That suspension is bumped to 5-10 days for first-time offenses with vape devices containing THC or other illicit drugs."That SwabTek, in itself, won't stand up in court as far as criminal charges against that student," Mason said, "but that does give me reasonable suspicion to extend that student's suspension for having THC as opposed to just nicotine."Mason also reminded the board that law enforcement is contacted whenever a vape device is found so evidence can be obtained for any legal matters.

Hoisington High School using new technology to detect THC

Barton County Sheriff’s
Office incident log (8/10) 
 
Cattle Out 
 
At 8:51 a.m. a report of cattle out was made at E. US 56 Highway &amp; NE 160
Avenue in Ellinwood. 
 
At 11:52 a.m. a report of cattle out was made at NE 20 Avenue &amp; NE 120 Road
in Hoisington. 
 
K-9 Use / Call Out 
 
At 12:06 p.m. the K-9 was called out to S. US 281 Highway at MM 103. 
 
Driving / Driver Complaint 
 
At 6:35 p.m. a driving complaint was reported at NE 160 Avenue &amp; E. US 56
Highway in Ellinwood. 
 
Fire 
 
At 7:33 p.m. a fire was reported at NE 140 &amp; NE K-156 Highway in Claflin. 
 
Great Bend Police Department incident
log (8/10) 
 
K-9 Use / Call Out 
 
At 12:46 a.m. K-9 Menta was utilized on a traffic stop at 22nd &amp;
Kansas Avenue. 
 
Overdose / Poisoning 
 
At 6:04 a.m. a possible overdose was reported at 1813 Holland. Case taken for
possession. 
 
Sick Person 
 
At 9:41 a.m. EMS assistance was needed at 5848 Broadway Avenue. 
 
Injury Accident 
 
At 11:19 a.m. an accident was reported at 1815 10th Street. 
 
Animal Complaint 
 
At 2:57 p.m. a vicious dog in the area was reported at 2710 18th
Street. 
 
Burns / Explosion 
 
At 4:19 p.m. a subject burning his face while lighting a cigarette was reported
at 1210 Morton. 
 
Non-Injury Accident 
 
At 4:50 p.m. an accident was reported in the 3700 block of 10th
Street. 
 
K-9 Use / Call Out 
 
At 5:47 p.m. K-9 Menta was used on a traffic stop at 3111 10th
Street. 
 
Chest Pain 
 
At 6:49 p.m. EMS assistance was needed at 1101 Kansas Avenue. 
 
Traffic Arrest 
 
At 6:57 p.m. an officer arrested Roger Threadgill for driving while suspended,
no insurance and illegal tags at 1401 Cherry Ln. 
 
Non-Injury Accident 
 
At 8:53 p.m. Shawna Zimmerman reported an accident at 2302 Main. 
 
K-9 Use / Call Out 
 
At 9:32 p.m. K-9 deployment was reported in the 2200 block of Kansas Avenue. 
 
Burglary / In Progress 
 
At 9:47 p.m. Melissa Stueder reported a burglary in progress at 2111 16th
Street.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/7/1688655627753.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Barton County Sheriff’s
Office incident log (8/10) 
 
Cattle Out 
 
At 8:51 a.m. a report of cattle out was made at E. US 56 Highway &amp; NE 160
Avenue in Ellinwood. 
 
At 11:52 a.m. a report of cattle out was made at NE 20 Avenue &amp; NE 120 Road
in Hoisington. 
 
K-9 Use / Call Out 
 
At 12:06 p.m. the K-9 was called out to S. US 281 Highway at MM 103. 
 
Driving / Driver Complaint 
 
At 6:35 p.m. a driving complaint was reported at NE 160 Avenue &amp; E. US 56
Highway in Ellinwood. 
 
Fire 
 
At 7:33 p.m. a fire was reported at NE 140 &amp; NE K-156 Highway in Claflin. 
 
Great Bend Police Department incident
log (8/10) 
 
K-9 Use / Call Out 
 
At 12:46 a.m. K-9 Menta was utilized on a traffic stop at 22nd &amp;
Kansas Avenue. 
 
Overdose / Poisoning 
 
At 6:04 a.m. a possible overdose was reported at 1813 Holland. Case taken for
possession. 
 
Sick Person 
 
At 9:41 a.m. EMS assistance was needed at 5848 Broadway Avenue. 
 
Injury Accident 
 
At 11:19 a.m. an accident was reported at 1815 10th Street. 
 
Animal Complaint 
 
At 2:57 p.m. a vicious dog in the area was reported at 2710 18th
Street. 
 
Burns / Explosion 
 
At 4:19 p.m. a subject burning his face while lighting a cigarette was reported
at 1210 Morton. 
 
Non-Injury Accident 
 
At 4:50 p.m. an accident was reported in the 3700 block of 10th
Street. 
 
K-9 Use / Call Out 
 
At 5:47 p.m. K-9 Menta was used on a traffic stop at 3111 10th
Street. 
 
Chest Pain 
 
At 6:49 p.m. EMS assistance was needed at 1101 Kansas Avenue. 
 
Traffic Arrest 
 
At 6:57 p.m. an officer arrested Roger Threadgill for driving while suspended,
no insurance and illegal tags at 1401 Cherry Ln. 
 
Non-Injury Accident 
 
At 8:53 p.m. Shawna Zimmerman reported an accident at 2302 Main. 
 
K-9 Use / Call Out 
 
At 9:32 p.m. K-9 deployment was reported in the 2200 block of Kansas Avenue. 
 
Burglary / In Progress 
 
At 9:47 p.m. Melissa Stueder reported a burglary in progress at 2111 16th
Street.

Cop Shop (8/10)

8/10 BOOKED: Juan Salguero-Ramirez on Barton County District Court case for Driving Under the Influence, No Headlights, Illegal Transportation of Liquor, and No Driver's License, bond set at $1,000 C/S.

BOOKED: Orlin Akins on Barton County District Court case for Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Paraphernalia, and No Driver's License, bond set at $2,500 C/S.

BOOKED: Charles Laselle on hold for Harris County, Texas warrant, no bond set.

BOOKED: Roger Threadgill on Great Bend Municipal Court warrant for Driving While Suspended, No Vehicle Insurance, No Vehicle Registration, and Broken Mirror, bond set at $500 C/S.

RELEASED: William Coonfield on Barton County District Court warrant, to KDOC.

RELEASED: Antonio Brison on Barton County District Court warrant, to KDOC.

RELEASED: Garrett Buckbee on Barton County District Court warrant, to KDOC.

RELEASED: Juan Salguero-Ramirez on Barton County District Court case for Driving Under the Influence, No Headlights, Illegal Transportation of Liquor, and No Driver's License, after posting $1,000 surety bond through Ace Bail Bonds.

RELEASED: Juan Prieto on five Barton County District Court warrants, on $55,000 OR bond.

RELEASED: Roger Threadgill on Great Bend Municipal Court warrant for Driving While Suspended, No Vehicle Insurance, No Vehicle Registration, and Broken Mirror, after posting $500 surety bond through Ace Bail Bonds.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/6/1623272376285.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>8/10 BOOKED: Juan Salguero-Ramirez on Barton County District Court case for Driving Under the Influence, No Headlights, Illegal Transportation of Liquor, and No Driver's License, bond set at $1,000 C/S.BOOKED: Orlin Akins on Barton County District Court case for Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Paraphernalia, and No Driver's License, bond set at $2,500 C/S.BOOKED: Charles Laselle on hold for Harris County, Texas warrant, no bond set.BOOKED: Roger Threadgill on Great Bend Municipal Court warrant for Driving While Suspended, No Vehicle Insurance, No Vehicle Registration, and Broken Mirror, bond set at $500 C/S.RELEASED: William Coonfield on Barton County District Court warrant, to KDOC.RELEASED: Antonio Brison on Barton County District Court warrant, to KDOC.RELEASED: Garrett Buckbee on Barton County District Court warrant, to KDOC.RELEASED: Juan Salguero-Ramirez on Barton County District Court case for Driving Under the Influence, No Headlights, Illegal Transportation of Liquor, and No Driver's License, after posting $1,000 surety bond through Ace Bail Bonds.RELEASED: Juan Prieto on five Barton County District Court warrants, on $55,000 OR bond.RELEASED: Roger Threadgill on Great Bend Municipal Court warrant for Driving While Suspended, No Vehicle Insurance, No Vehicle Registration, and Broken Mirror, after posting $500 surety bond through Ace Bail Bonds.

Barton County Sheriff's booking activity (8/10)

Eagle Radio in Great Bend has been accepting finalists for the Nitro
Summer Giveaway since April. Today is the day to see who wins a new car. Eagle’s
Promotions Director Shannon Towns said there will be 105 finalists meeting
tonight at Ehler Chevrolet in Hoisington with a chance to ride home in a Chevy
Blazer. 
"It's really exciting," said Towns. "You think about giving away big prizes and what's bigger than a car? It's exciting that somebody can drive away in a brand new vehicle right then and there." 
The giveaway begins at 7 p.m. in the parking lot to the east of Ehler Chevrolet
on Main Street. If you’re still looking to become a finalist there will be a “last
chance” drawing. "The very last chance drawing will go on from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Ehler Chevrolet," said Towns. "Those that are already finalists will get registered during that time, but there will be one more opportunity to win that car." 
Bring your chairs and water and come join Eagle Radio tonight as they give away a
new car in the Nitro Summer Giveaway presented by Doan’s Outdoor Store, Farmer’s
Bank &amp; Trust, Northview Nursery and Ehler Chevrolet.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1691611111104.jpeg" alt="The Nitro Summer Giveaway begins at 7 p.m. at Ehler Chevrolet in Hoisington on Friday, Aug. 11, 2023." />
 <figcaption>The Nitro Summer Giveaway begins at 7 p.m. at Ehler Chevrolet in Hoisington on Friday, Aug. 11, 2023.</figcaption>
 </figure>Great Bend PostEagle Radio in Great Bend has been accepting finalists for the Nitro
Summer Giveaway since April. Today is the day to see who wins a new car. Eagle’s
Promotions Director Shannon Towns said there will be 105 finalists meeting
tonight at Ehler Chevrolet in Hoisington with a chance to ride home in a Chevy
Blazer. 
"It's really exciting," said Towns. "You think about giving away big prizes and what's bigger than a car? It's exciting that somebody can drive away in a brand new vehicle right then and there." 
The giveaway begins at 7 p.m. in the parking lot to the east of Ehler Chevrolet
on Main Street. If you’re still looking to become a finalist there will be a “last
chance” drawing. "The very last chance drawing will go on from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Ehler Chevrolet," said Towns. "Those that are already finalists will get registered during that time, but there will be one more opportunity to win that car." 
Bring your chairs and water and come join Eagle Radio tonight as they give away a
new car in the Nitro Summer Giveaway presented by Doan’s Outdoor Store, Farmer’s
Bank &amp; Trust, Northview Nursery and Ehler Chevrolet.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Eagle Radio giving away a new car tonight in Hoisington

Today Sunny, with a high near 96. South-southwest wind 8 to 10 mph.

Tonight A 20-percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 10 p.m. Partly cloudy, with a low around 69. South wind 6 to 9 mph becoming north after midnight.

Saturday Increasing clouds, with a high near 92. North wind 6 to 10 mph becoming east in the morning.

Saturday Night A chance of showers and thunderstorms, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after 1 a.m. Increasing clouds, with a low around 69. East wind 7 to 10 mph becoming south-southeast after midnight. Chance of precipitation is 60%.

Sunday A 40-percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 1 p.m. Mostly sunny, with a high near 89. South wind 6 to 11 mph becoming northwest in the afternoon.

Sunday Night Showers and thunderstorms likely before 10 p.m., then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm between 10 p.m. and 1 a.m., then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1 a.m. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 61. Chance of precipitation is 60%.

Monday Sunny, with a high near 82.

Monday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 58.

Tuesday Sunny, with a high near 89.

Tuesday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 65.

Wednesday Sunny, with a high near 92.

Wednesday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 66.

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

Today Sunny, with a high near 96. South-southwest wind 8 to 10 mph.Tonight A 20-percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 10 p.m. Partly cloudy, with a low around 69. South wind 6 to 9 mph becoming north after midnight.Saturday Increasing clouds, with a high near 92. North wind 6 to 10 mph becoming east in the morning.Saturday Night A chance of showers and thunderstorms, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after 1 a.m. Increasing clouds, with a low around 69. East wind 7 to 10 mph becoming south-southeast after midnight. Chance of precipitation is 60%.Sunday A 40-percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 1 p.m. Mostly sunny, with a high near 89. South wind 6 to 11 mph becoming northwest in the afternoon.Sunday Night Showers and thunderstorms likely before 10 p.m., then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm between 10 p.m. and 1 a.m., then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1 a.m. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 61. Chance of precipitation is 60%.Monday Sunny, with a high near 82.Monday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 58.Tuesday Sunny, with a high near 89.Tuesday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 65.Wednesday Sunny, with a high near 92.Wednesday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 66.Thursday Sunny, with a high near 94.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Friday's weather

The Larned Fire Rescue recently received a donation of canned emergency drinking water from brewer Anheuser-Busch to help keep its responders hydrated as they battle wildfires this season. On Aug. 4, 77 cases of water were dropped off by local Anheuser-Busch wholesaler partner. The water will help maintain firefighters’ hydration during long incidents or disasters such as wildfires, which is a major safety concern for many departments.

Larned Volunteer Fire Department serves 10.5 Townships in Pawnee County, covering 378 square miles in the rural district. The department responds to an average of 100 calls each year and provides mutual aid assistance to the cities of Burdett, Garfield, and Rozel as well as surrounding counties.

“Proper hydration is critical to ensure the safety of our firefighters and keep them performing at their best during high-intensity responses such as battling wildfires.” said Lieutenant Rachel Hill, Larned Volunteer Fire Department. “Thanks to this water donation from Anheuser-Busch and the National Volunteer Fire Council, we now have the resources to keep our firefighters hydrated and ready to respond. Thank you Firefighter Jane Bleakney for helping to make this possible.”

The water was donated by Anheuser-Busch through a partnership with the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC). Anheuser-Busch has a longstanding tradition of pausing beer production each year to provide emergency drinking water and supplies for disaster relief efforts. Since 1988, the brewer has donated more than 90 million cans of emergency drinking water to communities impacted by natural disasters and other crises.

The brewer teamed up with the NVFC – the leading nonprofit membership association representing the interests of the volunteer fire, emergency medical, and rescue services – in 2019 to provide emergency drinking water to help firefighters stay hydrated and healthy when responding to wildfires and large incidents. To date, the program has donated nearly 6.5 million cans of water to more than 1,400 volunteer fire departments across nearly all 50 states.

Learn more about the program at www.nvfc.org/water.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1691591313907.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>The Larned Fire Rescue recently received a donation of canned emergency drinking water from brewer Anheuser-Busch to help keep its responders hydrated as they battle wildfires this season. On Aug. 4, 77 cases of water were dropped off by local Anheuser-Busch wholesaler partner. The water will help maintain firefighters’ hydration during long incidents or disasters such as wildfires, which is a major safety concern for many departments.Larned Volunteer Fire Department serves 10.5 Townships in Pawnee County, covering 378 square miles in the rural district. The department responds to an average of 100 calls each year and provides mutual aid assistance to the cities of Burdett, Garfield, and Rozel as well as surrounding counties.“Proper hydration is critical to ensure the safety of our firefighters and keep them performing at their best during high-intensity responses such as battling wildfires.” said Lieutenant Rachel Hill, Larned Volunteer Fire Department. “Thanks to this water donation from Anheuser-Busch and the National Volunteer Fire Council, we now have the resources to keep our firefighters hydrated and ready to respond. Thank you Firefighter Jane Bleakney for helping to make this possible.”<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1691591291164.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>The water was donated by Anheuser-Busch through a partnership with the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC). Anheuser-Busch has a longstanding tradition of pausing beer production each year to provide emergency drinking water and supplies for disaster relief efforts. Since 1988, the brewer has donated more than 90 million cans of emergency drinking water to communities impacted by natural disasters and other crises.The brewer teamed up with the NVFC – the leading nonprofit membership association representing the interests of the volunteer fire, emergency medical, and rescue services – in 2019 to provide emergency drinking water to help firefighters stay hydrated and healthy when responding to wildfires and large incidents. To date, the program has donated nearly 6.5 million cans of water to more than 1,400 volunteer fire departments across nearly all 50 states.Learn more about the program at www.nvfc.org/water.

Larned Fire Dept. receives canned drinking water from Anheuser-Busch

Story by Lindsey Bogner Photo by Maggie Harris&nbsp;

The Barton Community College Foundation Board has chosen to recognize Larry and Jan Westfall with the “Old Bill Honorarium” at its 44th Annual Big Benefit Auction, which is set for 5:30 p.m. Aug. 26 at the Great Bend Events Center and is themed “Casino Royale.” The Honorarium allows auction attendees to donate to a scholarship in the honoree’s name to be awarded for the 24-25 academic year.

Jan has had a love of Barton since attending to get her associate’s degree.

“Barton has a special place in my heart because of the experiences I had there,” Jan said. “I will never forget the way I felt supported at Barton and I know that’s just what Barton does and how they operate, they care.”

Larry cares for the students and their future, as individuals, and in our communities.

“It’s all about paying it forward. If we can help one student, it’s worthwhile,” Larry said. “And the economic impact on Great Bend and the surrounding communities is essential. It's affordable to students and helps them on their path in the workforce.”

Lindsey Bogner, Executive Director of Institutional Advancement, said the Foundation was excited to honor the Westfalls for their years of positive influence and involvement with the college.

“Jan has been such an influential piece of the Foundation, serving on our board multiple times. She is always a leader in action through all of the events and campaigns, and Larry has been there every step of the way, supporting our initiatives,” said Bogner. “It is such an honor to recognize both of them for all of their years of dedication to our cause.”

Jan has been involved for many years, but her driving reason today is the quality of leadership across Barton’s many campuses.

“Barton has always been innovative – ahead of the curve. We’ve been on the forefront of educational excellence with online, with vocational technology, with programs that cater to the Barton student whoever and wherever they are. That’s a testament to the forward-thinking leadership and the dedication to quality and accessibility, no matter a student’s educational goals.”

Those wishing to contribute to the honorarium in the name of the&nbsp;Westfalls but cannot attend this year’s event may do so by contacting the Foundation office at (620) 792-9306, or by sending an email to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:foundation@bartonccc.edu">foundation@bartonccc.edu</a>.

Auction Details Tickets for the Barton Foundation’s 44th Annual Big Benefit Auction, themed “Casino Royale,” are available through Aug. 13. The auction will take place on Aug. 26.

Tickets are $50 each or $400 per table of eight. No tickets will be sold at the door. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. at the Great Bend Events Center with complimentary beer and food available until 8 p.m.

The live auction will begin at 8 p.m. This year’s auction is underwritten by UMB Wealth Management, Craig &amp; Jolene Biggs, Nex-Tech, Spectrum CPA Partners, LLC, and Eagle Radio and Hull Broadcasting.

The Big Benefit Auction is the most successful and longest-running fundraiser for the Barton Foundation. The money raised from the event supports academic scholarships, along with enhancements to programs and facilities that positively impact the learning experience of Barton students.

Tickets can be purchased and a select auction preview can be viewed online, or tickets can be reserved by calling the Barton Foundation office at (620) 792-9306 or sending an email to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:foundation@bartonccc.edu">foundation@bartonccc.edu</a>.

About the Old Bill Honorarium In 1981, the Claflin Fire Department donated a stuffed buffalo head to the Foundation auction. This unique item was christened as “Old Bill” and quickly became a mainstay of this annual event being auctioned off each year since. To date, Old Bill has netted nearly $175,000 in support of academic scholarships. Since 2002, the money generated from the sale of Old Bill has taken on an additional purpose – to honor loyal supporters and donors to Barton Community College Foundation.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1691674891116.jpeg" alt="Old Bill Honorees Larry and Jan Westfall pose for a photo on the Barton County campus." />
 <figcaption>Old Bill Honorees Larry and Jan Westfall pose for a photo on the Barton County campus.</figcaption>
 </figure>Story by Lindsey Bogner Photo by Maggie Harris&nbsp;The Barton Community College Foundation Board has chosen to recognize Larry and Jan Westfall with the “Old Bill Honorarium” at its 44th Annual Big Benefit Auction, which is set for 5:30 p.m. Aug. 26 at the Great Bend Events Center and is themed “Casino Royale.” The Honorarium allows auction attendees to donate to a scholarship in the honoree’s name to be awarded for the 24-25 academic year.Jan has had a love of Barton since attending to get her associate’s degree.“Barton has a special place in my heart because of the experiences I had there,” Jan said. “I will never forget the way I felt supported at Barton and I know that’s just what Barton does and how they operate, they care.”Larry cares for the students and their future, as individuals, and in our communities.“It’s all about paying it forward. If we can help one student, it’s worthwhile,” Larry said. “And the economic impact on Great Bend and the surrounding communities is essential. It's affordable to students and helps them on their path in the workforce.”Lindsey Bogner, Executive Director of Institutional Advancement, said the Foundation was excited to honor the Westfalls for their years of positive influence and involvement with the college.“Jan has been such an influential piece of the Foundation, serving on our board multiple times. She is always a leader in action through all of the events and campaigns, and Larry has been there every step of the way, supporting our initiatives,” said Bogner. “It is such an honor to recognize both of them for all of their years of dedication to our cause.”Jan has been involved for many years, but her driving reason today is the quality of leadership across Barton’s many campuses.“Barton has always been innovative – ahead of the curve. We’ve been on the forefront of educational excellence with online, with vocational technology, with programs that cater to the Barton student whoever and wherever they are. That’s a testament to the forward-thinking leadership and the dedication to quality and accessibility, no matter a student’s educational goals.”Those wishing to contribute to the honorarium in the name of the&nbsp;Westfalls but cannot attend this year’s event may do so by contacting the Foundation office at (620) 792-9306, or by sending an email to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:foundation@bartonccc.edu">foundation@bartonccc.edu</a>.Auction Details Tickets for the Barton Foundation’s 44th Annual Big Benefit Auction, themed “Casino Royale,” are available through Aug. 13. The auction will take place on Aug. 26.Tickets are $50 each or $400 per table of eight. No tickets will be sold at the door. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. at the Great Bend Events Center with complimentary beer and food available until 8 p.m.The live auction will begin at 8 p.m. This year’s auction is underwritten by UMB Wealth Management, Craig &amp; Jolene Biggs, Nex-Tech, Spectrum CPA Partners, LLC, and Eagle Radio and Hull Broadcasting.The Big Benefit Auction is the most successful and longest-running fundraiser for the Barton Foundation. The money raised from the event supports academic scholarships, along with enhancements to programs and facilities that positively impact the learning experience of Barton students.Tickets can be purchased and a select auction preview can be viewed online, or tickets can be reserved by calling the Barton Foundation office at (620) 792-9306 or sending an email to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:foundation@bartonccc.edu">foundation@bartonccc.edu</a>.About the Old Bill Honorarium In 1981, the Claflin Fire Department donated a stuffed buffalo head to the Foundation auction. This unique item was christened as “Old Bill” and quickly became a mainstay of this annual event being auctioned off each year since. To date, Old Bill has netted nearly $175,000 in support of academic scholarships. Since 2002, the money generated from the sale of Old Bill has taken on an additional purpose – to honor loyal supporters and donors to Barton Community College Foundation.&nbsp;

Westfalls named Old Bill Honorees at Barton Foundation auction

When Brent Smith was appointed as the next Great Bend Fire Chief in June
that left an opening for the deputy chief position. City Administrator Brandon
Anderson said the deputy chief job has been advertised internally. Current
staff members have until Aug. 10 at 4 p.m. to voice their
interest in the position. "Brent is in the process of working with his department and looking internally to see if they can fill that position," said Anderson. "There will be more news to come at a later date on that." 
Smith was hired in July 2019 to serve as the deputy chief. When former fire
chief Luke McCormick resigned this past February, Smith was named interim fire
chief until his appointment this summer.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/8/1628262579022.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>By COLE REIF Great Bend PostWhen Brent Smith was appointed as the next Great Bend Fire Chief in June
that left an opening for the deputy chief position. City Administrator Brandon
Anderson said the deputy chief job has been advertised internally. Current
staff members have until Aug. 10 at 4 p.m. to voice their
interest in the position. "Brent is in the process of working with his department and looking internally to see if they can fill that position," said Anderson. "There will be more news to come at a later date on that." 
Smith was hired in July 2019 to serve as the deputy chief. When former fire
chief Luke McCormick resigned this past February, Smith was named interim fire
chief until his appointment this summer.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Great Bend looking internally first for deputy fire chief position

Variety selection is one of the most important decisions that a grower can make to ensure success on their farm. Now is the time when wheat producers across Kansas are reviewing yield data and making decisions about the varieties they will plant in the fall. Although yield is always a top priority, disease, and insect resistance, along with appropriate agronomic traits, can buffer against crop losses. In addition, genetic resistance to diseases and insect pests can be the most effective, economical, and environmentally sound method for control.

The Kansas Wheat Variety Guide 2023 (formerly called Wheat Variety Disease and Insect Ratings), from K-State Research and Extension, has now been released for this year. Agronomic characteristics, disease, and pest resistance information are included, as well as profiles that highlight some more common or new varieties for the state of Kansas.

Updates this year include the addition of variety profiles for varieties AP Bigfoot, KS Territory, KS Providence, and Strad CL + as well as disease, insect, and agronomic ratings for several other new varieties.

Ratings in this publication represent results from field and greenhouse evaluations by public and private wheat researchers at multiple locations over multiple years.

A few other resources available to assist farmers with wheat variety selection is the Kansas Wheat Variety Performance Tests that are conducted around the state at K-State Experiment Stations and in other locations. These variety performance tests are replicated, each variety is randomly planted in four different locations in the field to increase accuracy of the yield data. That information along with all the other resources referenced in this article can be accessed from our Cottonwood Extension District web site at www.cottonwood.ksu.edu click onto the Crops and Livestock tab and look under Hot Topics for any of these resources.

The Colorado Wheat Variety Database decision tool provides complete access to variety information and data from university variety trials in Colorado and several other Great Plains states including Kansas. The database also includes private company trial data (Limagrain Cereal Seeds, Syngenta-Agripro). The database may be used to find up-to-date wheat variety information, display data from individual trial locations, generate summaries across multiple trial locations and years, and generate head-to-head comparisons for varieties of interest. It is an easy tool to use and very helpful!

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.

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 <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>Variety selection is one of the most important decisions that a grower can make to ensure success on their farm. Now is the time when wheat producers across Kansas are reviewing yield data and making decisions about the varieties they will plant in the fall. Although yield is always a top priority, disease, and insect resistance, along with appropriate agronomic traits, can buffer against crop losses. In addition, genetic resistance to diseases and insect pests can be the most effective, economical, and environmentally sound method for control.The Kansas Wheat Variety Guide 2023 (formerly called Wheat Variety Disease and Insect Ratings), from K-State Research and Extension, has now been released for this year. Agronomic characteristics, disease, and pest resistance information are included, as well as profiles that highlight some more common or new varieties for the state of Kansas.Updates this year include the addition of variety profiles for varieties AP Bigfoot, KS Territory, KS Providence, and Strad CL + as well as disease, insect, and agronomic ratings for several other new varieties.Ratings in this publication represent results from field and greenhouse evaluations by public and private wheat researchers at multiple locations over multiple years.A few other resources available to assist farmers with wheat variety selection is the Kansas Wheat Variety Performance Tests that are conducted around the state at K-State Experiment Stations and in other locations. These variety performance tests are replicated, each variety is randomly planted in four different locations in the field to increase accuracy of the yield data. That information along with all the other resources referenced in this article can be accessed from our Cottonwood Extension District web site at www.cottonwood.ksu.edu click onto the Crops and Livestock tab and look under Hot Topics for any of these resources.The Colorado Wheat Variety Database decision tool provides complete access to variety information and data from university variety trials in Colorado and several other Great Plains states including Kansas. The database also includes private company trial data (Limagrain Cereal Seeds, Syngenta-Agripro). The database may be used to find up-to-date wheat variety information, display data from individual trial locations, generate summaries across multiple trial locations and years, and generate head-to-head comparisons for varieties of interest. It is an easy tool to use and very helpful!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: Kansas Wheat Variety Guide 2023 is now available

Hear this week's City Edition episode with Eagle Radio's Steve Webster and Great Bend Community Coordinator Christina Hayes that aired Aug. 9, 2023.

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

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 </figure>Hear this week's City Edition episode with Eagle Radio's Steve Webster and Great Bend Community Coordinator Christina Hayes that aired Aug. 9, 2023.<div><iframe title="City Edition - Community Coordinator Christina Hayes" 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=fqqps-1478459-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 City Edition program airs every Wednesday at 11:30 a.m. on 1590 KVGB &amp; 95.5 FM.&nbsp;

🎙Post Podcast: Great Bend Community Coordinator Hayes

From retail worker to nearly 38,000 followers on Instagram, Whitney Hayden is making a name for herself as an artist. Based in Houston, Texas, Hayden will soon complete a "Welcome to Great Bend" mural on a building located at 10th and Washington. Hayden is self-taught, and her new career began in an unexpected place: her mother's kitchen.

"She had a tiny wall in her kitchen that she had painted with chalkboard paint and it was always blank because she can't draw," Hayden said. "One day, I was doodling on it and created this Jimmy Buffett-style restaurant menu and she was amazed. She thought it was so cool and I could do this for a living. I thought she was crazy."

Over the next few years, Hayden painted nurseries for friends with newborns. She posted some photos to social media and her career took off. Great Bend is the farthest she's ventured from home, but she's also done murals nine hours from home in west Texas and in Louisiana.

Hayden specializes in a "color melt" technique. She applied a vibrant base canvas of color with a spray gun and will paint the many images in the mural with a brush. The 420-square-foot mural will be seen by as many as 17,000 passing motorists each day. The images in the mural are first projected onto the building, and that's how Hayden was able to preview her finished product to Barton Arts Movement.

"There was a general idea already expected and I just went with it," said Hayden. "I submitted several different doodle layouts and one was chosen."

The mural should be completed over the weekend. Hayden also paints custom art on canvas and recently opened a studio. One Great Bend resident, completely by coincidence, had previously purchased a Hayden painting and was able to meet the artist.

You can follow Hayden on her <a href="https://www.instagram.com/muralsbywhitney/">Murals by Whitney Instagram page</a>, or purchase canvas art at <a href="https://whitneyhayden.com/">her website</a>.

The latest Great Bend mural is sponsored by Barton Arts Movement with the help of several community partners. For more information or to donate to future projects, visit <a href="https://www.bartonartsmovement.com/">bartonartsmovement.com</a>.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1691685646498.jpeg" alt="Houston-based artist Whitney Hayden expects to have the mural completed at 10th and Washington in Great Bend over the next few days." />
 <figcaption>Houston-based artist Whitney Hayden expects to have the mural completed at 10th and Washington in Great Bend over the next few days.</figcaption>
 </figure>By MIKE COURSON Great Bend PostFrom retail worker to nearly 38,000 followers on Instagram, Whitney Hayden is making a name for herself as an artist. Based in Houston, Texas, Hayden will soon complete a "Welcome to Great Bend" mural on a building located at 10th and Washington. Hayden is self-taught, and her new career began in an unexpected place: her mother's kitchen.<div><div style="position:relative;overflow:hidden;padding-bottom:56.25%"><iframe src="https://cdn.jwplayer.com/players/9b1URP5D-KcBmu4K3.html" width="100%" height="100%" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" title="Murals By Whitney Lettering Clip Aug 2023 Great Bend Ks" style="position:absolute;" allowfullscreen></iframe></div>
</div>"She had a tiny wall in her kitchen that she had painted with chalkboard paint and it was always blank because she can't draw," Hayden said. "One day, I was doodling on it and created this Jimmy Buffett-style restaurant menu and she was amazed. She thought it was so cool and I could do this for a living. I thought she was crazy."Over the next few years, Hayden painted nurseries for friends with newborns. She posted some photos to social media and her career took off. Great Bend is the farthest she's ventured from home, but she's also done murals nine hours from home in west Texas and in Louisiana.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1691092364682.jpeg" alt="The completed mural will look like this rendering submitted by Hayden." />
 <figcaption>The completed mural will look like this rendering submitted by Hayden.</figcaption>
 </figure>Hayden specializes in a "color melt" technique. She applied a vibrant base canvas of color with a spray gun and will paint the many images in the mural with a brush. The 420-square-foot mural will be seen by as many as 17,000 passing motorists each day. The images in the mural are first projected onto the building, and that's how Hayden was able to preview her finished product to Barton Arts Movement."There was a general idea already expected and I just went with it," said Hayden. "I submitted several different doodle layouts and one was chosen."The mural should be completed over the weekend. Hayden also paints custom art on canvas and recently opened a studio. One Great Bend resident, completely by coincidence, had previously purchased a Hayden painting and was able to meet the artist.You can follow Hayden on her <a href="https://www.instagram.com/muralsbywhitney/">Murals by Whitney Instagram page</a>, or purchase canvas art at <a href="https://whitneyhayden.com/">her website</a>.The latest Great Bend mural is sponsored by Barton Arts Movement with the help of several community partners. For more information or to donate to future projects, visit <a href="https://www.bartonartsmovement.com/">bartonartsmovement.com</a>.

Self-taught muralist on Great Bend stop gaining social media fame

Marketing Maven Consulting, an award-winning brand management and design firm based in central Kansas, recently celebrated their grand opening in a new office space at 3108 10th Street, Great Bend. The event included a ribbon cutting ceremony hosted by the Great Bend Chamber of Commerce.

“Our team and our client base have grown quite a bit the last few years, and this was the next logical move,” said Rachel Mawhirter, founder and owner. “We started in 2013 as a side hustle, and went full time in 2016. Since then, we’ve grown from one employee to five, and this new office is an exciting milestone for our firm. The new location offers a lot of visibility, and room to continue growing if we want to in the future.”

Two of Marketing Maven’s creative professionals are based in Great Bend, with three others in Hays, Manhattan, and Kansas City. The firm’s clients are in different industries like healthcare, construction, agriculture, manufacturing, technology, automotive, and others. 

“We have the most fun jobs, getting to be an outsourced marketing department for other companies,” Mawhirter said. “And for companies who just need a project tackled now and then, we also do website design, video production, photography, graphic design, and other one-time brand development projects.”

Marketing Maven hired local contractor Just in Time Remodeling to complete a small cosmetic update in the space before they moved in, and Mark’s Custom Signs installed new signage. The firm’s new office location features 600 square feet of open concept office and meeting space, with a small storage area and a restroom. The conference space is equipped with virtual meeting capabilities, since many of the firm’s clients are spread out across the Midwest. 

“We love that this space is an open canvas with lots of possibilities for us to adapt and evolve over time,” Mawhirter said. “And the location is very visible on 10th Street, with over 15,000 cars driving east and west every day. We’ve already had several calls from people who saw our new signage.”

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 </figure>BUSINESS NEWSMarketing Maven Consulting, an award-winning brand management and design firm based in central Kansas, recently celebrated their grand opening in a new office space at 3108 10th Street, Great Bend. The event included a ribbon cutting ceremony hosted by the Great Bend Chamber of Commerce.“Our team and our client base have grown quite a bit the last few years, and this was the next logical move,” said Rachel Mawhirter, founder and owner. “We started in 2013 as a side hustle, and went full time in 2016. Since then, we’ve grown from one employee to five, and this new office is an exciting milestone for our firm. The new location offers a lot of visibility, and room to continue growing if we want to in the future.”Two of Marketing Maven’s creative professionals are based in Great Bend, with three others in Hays, Manhattan, and Kansas City. The firm’s clients are in different industries like healthcare, construction, agriculture, manufacturing, technology, automotive, and others. “We have the most fun jobs, getting to be an outsourced marketing department for other companies,” Mawhirter said. “And for companies who just need a project tackled now and then, we also do website design, video production, photography, graphic design, and other one-time brand development projects.”Marketing Maven hired local contractor Just in Time Remodeling to complete a small cosmetic update in the space before they moved in, and Mark’s Custom Signs installed new signage. The firm’s new office location features 600 square feet of open concept office and meeting space, with a small storage area and a restroom. The conference space is equipped with virtual meeting capabilities, since many of the firm’s clients are spread out across the Midwest. “We love that this space is an open canvas with lots of possibilities for us to adapt and evolve over time,” Mawhirter said. “And the location is very visible on 10th Street, with over 15,000 cars driving east and west every day. We’ve already had several calls from people who saw our new signage.”

Marketing Maven celebrates grand opening in new office space

Nearly a million Americans have died of opioid overdoses since 1999, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Public entities, including schools, are making decisions on how to react to possible opioid overdoses. Monday night, the USD 431 Hoisington Board of Education opted to keep Narcan out of its buildings. Board Member Jessica Baze laid out a reason for not carrying the medication.

"If it was my opinion, I would say not to carry it because we don't have a nurse in every building," Baze said. "We're going to have a lot of people making judgment calls and assessing a situation that aren't trained to assess a situation."

Narcan is a brand of the medication naxolone, an opioid antagonist that binds to opioid receptors and reverses and blocks effects of the drug. The Food and Drug Administration has stated naxolone will generally not have any effect or cause additional harm if administered to someone having a medical emergency other than an opioid overdose.

Superintendent Patrick Crowdis cited proximity to a hospital and EMS services as another reason against carrying the drug.&nbsp;

"If a student is unconscious, we're probably calling 911 at that point in time anyway," he said. "Then the trained professionals would have the opportunity to make that judgment call at that point in time as opposed to those of us that would get like a 30-minute training for something we don't deal with on a daily basis."

Crowdis will forward an addendum to policy regarding the matter to the Kansas Association of School Boards. The board will revisit the policy issue in September.

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 </figure>By MIKE COURSON Great Bend PostNearly a million Americans have died of opioid overdoses since 1999, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Public entities, including schools, are making decisions on how to react to possible opioid overdoses. Monday night, the USD 431 Hoisington Board of Education opted to keep Narcan out of its buildings. Board Member Jessica Baze laid out a reason for not carrying the medication."If it was my opinion, I would say not to carry it because we don't have a nurse in every building," Baze said. "We're going to have a lot of people making judgment calls and assessing a situation that aren't trained to assess a situation."Narcan is a brand of the medication naxolone, an opioid antagonist that binds to opioid receptors and reverses and blocks effects of the drug. The Food and Drug Administration has stated naxolone will generally not have any effect or cause additional harm if administered to someone having a medical emergency other than an opioid overdose.Superintendent Patrick Crowdis cited proximity to a hospital and EMS services as another reason against carrying the drug.&nbsp;"If a student is unconscious, we're probably calling 911 at that point in time anyway," he said. "Then the trained professionals would have the opportunity to make that judgment call at that point in time as opposed to those of us that would get like a 30-minute training for something we don't deal with on a daily basis."Crowdis will forward an addendum to policy regarding the matter to the Kansas Association of School Boards. The board will revisit the policy issue in September.

Hoisington BOE opts against carrying Narcan in district buildings

Barton County Sheriff’s
Office incident log (8/9) 
 
Theft 
 
At 1:32 a.m. a theft was reported at 612 Windmill Ln. 
 
Cattle Out 
 
At 7:57 a.m. a report of cattle out was made at NE 20 Avenue &amp; NE 120 Road. 
 
Driving / Driver Complaint 
 
At 4:27 p.m. a driving complaint was reported at 4th &amp; Kiowa
Road. 
 
At 8:24 p.m. a driving complaint was reported at E. US 56 Highway &amp; NE 100
Avenue in Ellinwood. 
 
Non-Injury Accident 
 
At 9:45 p.m. an accident was reported in the 2200 block of NE 130 Avenue in
Claflin. 
 
Great Bend Police Department incident log (8/9)

Battery At 9:35 a.m. a report of being battered by Eric Zamora was made at 8823 4th Street.

At 9:45 a.m. a dog at large killing a cat was reported at 3621 22nd Street.

At 11:31 a.m. EMS assistance was needed at 5313 Broadway.

At 1:12 p.m. a fire alarm was reported at 2023 10th Street.

At 4:50 p.m. EMS assistance was needed at 1029 Lincoln Street.

At 5:39 p.m. K-9 Menta was used on a traffic stop in the 1900 block of Jackson Street.

At 8:24 p.m. an accident was reported at 3503 10th Street.

At 9:43 p.m. K-9 Menta was utilized on a traffic stop in the 2200 block of Adams Street.

At 10:58 p.m. K-9 Menta was utilized on a traffic stop in the 900 block of Grant Street.

At 11:32 p.m. K-9 Menta was utilized on a traffic stop in the 1000 block of Morton Street.

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 </figure>Barton County Sheriff’s
Office incident log (8/9) 
 
Theft 
 
At 1:32 a.m. a theft was reported at 612 Windmill Ln. 
 
Cattle Out 
 
At 7:57 a.m. a report of cattle out was made at NE 20 Avenue &amp; NE 120 Road. 
 
Driving / Driver Complaint 
 
At 4:27 p.m. a driving complaint was reported at 4th &amp; Kiowa
Road. 
 
At 8:24 p.m. a driving complaint was reported at E. US 56 Highway &amp; NE 100
Avenue in Ellinwood. 
 
Non-Injury Accident 
 
At 9:45 p.m. an accident was reported in the 2200 block of NE 130 Avenue in
Claflin. 
 
Great Bend Police Department incident log (8/9)Battery At 9:35 a.m. a report of being battered by Eric Zamora was made at 8823 4th Street.Animal ComplaintAt 9:45 a.m. a dog at large killing a cat was reported at 3621 22nd Street.FallsAt 11:31 a.m. EMS assistance was needed at 5313 Broadway.Structure FireAt 1:12 p.m. a fire alarm was reported at 2023 10th Street.Traumatic InjuriesAt 4:50 p.m. EMS assistance was needed at 1029 Lincoln Street.K-9 Use / Call OutAt 5:39 p.m. K-9 Menta was used on a traffic stop in the 1900 block of Jackson Street.Non-Injury AccidentAt 8:24 p.m. an accident was reported at 3503 10th Street.K-9 Use / Call OutAt 9:43 p.m. K-9 Menta was utilized on a traffic stop in the 2200 block of Adams Street.At 10:58 p.m. K-9 Menta was utilized on a traffic stop in the 900 block of Grant Street.At 11:32 p.m. K-9 Menta was utilized on a traffic stop in the 1000 block of Morton Street.

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