Any business looking to learn how to be better prepared against cyber attacks is invited to attend a business luncheon on Cybersecurity 101 with Barton Community College instructor, Cristi Gale. This business luncheon will take place Friday, Oct. 21 at 12 p.m. at the Great Bend Chamber of Commerce, 1125 Williams St. Great Bend.

Technology is critical to small business growth according to a new report released by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce in late August. Today, 93% of small businesses use at least one technology solution, with most owners using an average of three. These technology platforms have become essential to how these businesses operate – without access, nearly three in four businesses will struggle to survive.

What is cybersecurity? What threats does it pose to businesses and individuals? What can you do to protect yourself and your business? Cristi Gale, Instructor/Coordinator Information Technology with Barton Community College will lead this and answer questions to help business owners.

This “Bring Your Own Lunch” event is free to Chamber Members and $15 for Non-Members. The chamber will provide drinks and desserts for all. Register now to hold your spot at greatbend.org or call (620) 792-2401.

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 </figure>Any business looking to learn how to be better prepared against cyber attacks is invited to attend a business luncheon on Cybersecurity 101 with Barton Community College instructor, Cristi Gale. This business luncheon will take place Friday, Oct. 21 at 12 p.m. at the Great Bend Chamber of Commerce, 1125 Williams St. Great Bend.Technology is critical to small business growth according to a new report released by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce in late August. Today, 93% of small businesses use at least one technology solution, with most owners using an average of three. These technology platforms have become essential to how these businesses operate – without access, nearly three in four businesses will struggle to survive.What is cybersecurity? What threats does it pose to businesses and individuals? What can you do to protect yourself and your business? Cristi Gale, Instructor/Coordinator Information Technology with Barton Community College will lead this and answer questions to help business owners.This “Bring Your Own Lunch” event is free to Chamber Members and $15 for Non-Members. The chamber will provide drinks and desserts for all. Register now to hold your spot at greatbend.org or call (620) 792-2401.

Cybersecurity 101 business luncheon in Great Bend

By MIKE COURSON Great Bend Post

Several changes have been made to the way Hoisington Cardinal fans can see live games or watch streamed events. At last Monday's USD 431 Board of Education meeting, Hoisington High School Activities Director Faron Kraft explained why changes were made to pass policies for-inperson attendance, as well as to streaming games.

"We accept passes at all regular-season events, except if we host league, which is only league passes, and our three tournaments which are JV and varsity volleyball and the Winter Jam," he said. "All the rest, we accept all the passes we have."

Money used from gates at all sporting events goes towards paying officials and other items to maintain athletic programs in the district. Virtually all of those funds come from football and basketball games, as Kraft said it is a plus if volleyball costs break even with the gate, and there is no admission for spring sports. Recent changes regarding passes are a way to ensure the department has enough money to pay for officials.

"The end goal is not for the athletic department to be a money maker," Kraft said, "but for it to start every year with a cash reserve, so when a coach comes to me with a last-minute item they really need, we can say, 'Let's go get it done.'"

Board Member Sara Tarlton expressed frustration with the way the new pass policy was implemented, with some students showing up to the Sept. 24 varsity volleyball tournament to see their passes were no longer valid for admission. 

Board Member Traci Schneider said Saturday volleyball tournaments are the only time some student-athletes can support the other sports, due to scheduling, and some students left once they found their passes were invalid. Tarlton said families wanting to attend the Winter Jam basketball tournament early next year could end up paying a lot more money.

"Families buy these passes to save money for their kids to go to these activities," Tarlton said. "If you think about the whole family going three nights or however often Hoisington plays, for a family that's expensive with them having to pay every single night."

Kraft reported the athletic department lost $2,100 during the 2021 Winter Jam, which was hampered by lingering COVID-19 concerns. Last year the tournament brought in approximately $2,100 over the course of a week, but it's still about 20 percent of what Larned's Keady Classic pulls in each year.

Kraft said, other than the volleyball tournaments and Winter Jam, all passes will still be valid for admission, including student activity passes, district passes for employees plus-one, and league passes.

Also a topic at Monday's meeting, Kraft discussed the district's switch to Hudl for live streaming of varsity games. Hudl is a market leader around the nation, and many schools in Kansas use the service to trade video and scout opponents. With price increases, the district decided to exclusively use Hudl for its streaming due to the services available and a 60-40 split of subscription money returning to the district. Single games can now be purchased for $8, one-month subscriptions are $15, and a full-year of access is $75. Kraft is still working with Hudl to determine if away games are included in the month and year-long subscriptions. 

Kraft pointed out that a single-game purchase is still cheaper for families than buying multiple tickets at the game. With the new Hudl contract for three years, visiting teams will no longer be able to stream games, which could increase in-person attendance.

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 </figure>By MIKE COURSON Great Bend PostSeveral changes have been made to the way Hoisington Cardinal fans can see live games or watch streamed events. At last Monday's USD 431 Board of Education meeting, Hoisington High School Activities Director Faron Kraft explained why changes were made to pass policies for-inperson attendance, as well as to streaming games."We accept passes at all regular-season events, except if we host league, which is only league passes, and our three tournaments which are JV and varsity volleyball and the Winter Jam," he said. "All the rest, we accept all the passes we have."Money used from gates at all sporting events goes towards paying officials and other items to maintain athletic programs in the district. Virtually all of those funds come from football and basketball games, as Kraft said it is a plus if volleyball costs break even with the gate, and there is no admission for spring sports. Recent changes regarding passes are a way to ensure the department has enough money to pay for officials."The end goal is not for the athletic department to be a money maker," Kraft said, "but for it to start every year with a cash reserve, so when a coach comes to me with a last-minute item they really need, we can say, 'Let's go get it done.'"Board Member Sara Tarlton expressed frustration with the way the new pass policy was implemented, with some students showing up to the Sept. 24 varsity volleyball tournament to see their passes were no longer valid for admission. Board Member Traci Schneider said Saturday volleyball tournaments are the only time some student-athletes can support the other sports, due to scheduling, and some students left once they found their passes were invalid. Tarlton said families wanting to attend the Winter Jam basketball tournament early next year could end up paying a lot more money."Families buy these passes to save money for their kids to go to these activities," Tarlton said. "If you think about the whole family going three nights or however often Hoisington plays, for a family that's expensive with them having to pay every single night."Kraft reported the athletic department lost $2,100 during the 2021 Winter Jam, which was hampered by lingering COVID-19 concerns. Last year the tournament brought in approximately $2,100 over the course of a week, but it's still about 20 percent of what Larned's Keady Classic pulls in each year.Kraft said, other than the volleyball tournaments and Winter Jam, all passes will still be valid for admission, including student activity passes, district passes for employees plus-one, and league passes.Also a topic at Monday's meeting, Kraft discussed the district's switch to Hudl for live streaming of varsity games. Hudl is a market leader around the nation, and many schools in Kansas use the service to trade video and scout opponents. With price increases, the district decided to exclusively use Hudl for its streaming due to the services available and a 60-40 split of subscription money returning to the district. Single games can now be purchased for $8, one-month subscriptions are $15, and a full-year of access is $75. Kraft is still working with Hudl to determine if away games are included in the month and year-long subscriptions. Kraft pointed out that a single-game purchase is still cheaper for families than buying multiple tickets at the game. With the new Hudl contract for three years, visiting teams will no longer be able to stream games, which could increase in-person attendance.

Hoisington makes changes to admission & livestreaming of sporting events

Barton County Sheriff’s
Office Incident Log (10/10) 
 
Animal Complaint 
 
At 2:58 a.m. an animal complaint was reported at SW 40 Road &amp; SW 50 Avenue. 
 
Non-Injury Accident 
 
At 4:54 a.m. an accident was reported at NE 156 Highway &amp;&nbsp; NE 130 Avenue. 
 
Chest Pain 
 
At 7:57 a.m. chest pain was reported at 889 SE 50 Road in Ellinwood. 
 
Controlled Burn 
 
At 8:28 a.m. a controlled burn was reported at NE 130 Avenue &amp; NE 120 Road
in Claflin. 
 
Driving / Driver Complaint 
 
At 8:33 a.m. a driving complaint was reported in the 500 block of NE K-156
Highway. 
 
Convulsions / Seizures 
 
At 8:36 a.m. convulsions/seizures were reported at 384 N. Washington Avenue. 
 
Non-Injury Accident 
 
At 10:29 a.m. an accident was reported at NE K-156 Highway at MM 134. 
 
At 12:47 p.m. an accident was reported at K-4 Highway in Otis. 
 
Traffic Arrest 
 
At 4:28 p.m. a traffic arrest was reported at 1st Avenue &amp; Elm
Street in Hoisington. 
 
Driving / Driver Complaint 
 
At 5:03 p.m. a driving complaint was reported at NE K-156 Highway &amp; NE 50
Road. 
 
Injury Accident 
 
At 5:32 p.m. an accident was reported at N. US 281 Highway &amp; NE 30 Road. 
 
Great Bend Police Department Incident
Log (10/10) 
 
Breathing Problems 
 
At 1:34 a.m. ambulance assistance was needed at 2219 31st Street. 
 
Animal Complaint 
 
At 4:51 a.m. an animal complaint was reported at 3214 18th Street. 
 
Convulsions / Seizures 
 
At 5:11 a.m. convulsions / seizures were reported at 3907 Broadway. 
 
Hemorrhage / Lacerations 
 
At 7:05 a.m. hemorrhage/lacerations were reported at 1119 Hubbard. 
 
Non-Injury Accident 
 
At 7:25 a.m. an accident was reported at 2820 23rd Street. 
 
Driving / Driver Complaint 
 
At 8:33 a.m. a driving complaint was reported in the 500 block of NE K-156 Highway. 
 
Falls 
 
At 9:48 a.m. EMS assistance was needed at 2416 Coronado Avenue. 
 
Traumatic Injuries 
 
At 11:14 a.m. EMS assistance was needed at 432 Cedar Street. 
 
Unconscious / Fainting 
 
At 12:16 p.m. EMS assistance was needed at 1300 Sherman Street. 
 
K-9 Use / Call Out 
 
At 3:46 p.m. K-9 Menta was utilized on a traffic stop at 18th &amp;
Washington. 
 
Assault 
 
At 6:39 p.m. John Roberts was arrested for aggravated assault and interference
at 2916 29th Street. 
 
At 8:08 p.m. a battery was reported at 2013 Madison Street. 
 
Driving / Driver Complaint 
 
At 9:16 p.m. a vehicle running a red light was reported at 19th
&amp; Harrison.

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 </figure>Barton County Sheriff’s
Office Incident Log (10/10) 
 
Animal Complaint 
 
At 2:58 a.m. an animal complaint was reported at SW 40 Road &amp; SW 50 Avenue. 
 
Non-Injury Accident 
 
At 4:54 a.m. an accident was reported at NE 156 Highway &amp;&nbsp; NE 130 Avenue. 
 
Chest Pain 
 
At 7:57 a.m. chest pain was reported at 889 SE 50 Road in Ellinwood. 
 
Controlled Burn 
 
At 8:28 a.m. a controlled burn was reported at NE 130 Avenue &amp; NE 120 Road
in Claflin. 
 
Driving / Driver Complaint 
 
At 8:33 a.m. a driving complaint was reported in the 500 block of NE K-156
Highway. 
 
Convulsions / Seizures 
 
At 8:36 a.m. convulsions/seizures were reported at 384 N. Washington Avenue. 
 
Non-Injury Accident 
 
At 10:29 a.m. an accident was reported at NE K-156 Highway at MM 134. 
 
At 12:47 p.m. an accident was reported at K-4 Highway in Otis. 
 
Traffic Arrest 
 
At 4:28 p.m. a traffic arrest was reported at 1st Avenue &amp; Elm
Street in Hoisington. 
 
Driving / Driver Complaint 
 
At 5:03 p.m. a driving complaint was reported at NE K-156 Highway &amp; NE 50
Road. 
 
Injury Accident 
 
At 5:32 p.m. an accident was reported at N. US 281 Highway &amp; NE 30 Road. 
 
Great Bend Police Department Incident
Log (10/10) 
 
Breathing Problems 
 
At 1:34 a.m. ambulance assistance was needed at 2219 31st Street. 
 
Animal Complaint 
 
At 4:51 a.m. an animal complaint was reported at 3214 18th Street. 
 
Convulsions / Seizures 
 
At 5:11 a.m. convulsions / seizures were reported at 3907 Broadway. 
 
Hemorrhage / Lacerations 
 
At 7:05 a.m. hemorrhage/lacerations were reported at 1119 Hubbard. 
 
Non-Injury Accident 
 
At 7:25 a.m. an accident was reported at 2820 23rd Street. 
 
Driving / Driver Complaint 
 
At 8:33 a.m. a driving complaint was reported in the 500 block of NE K-156 Highway. 
 
Falls 
 
At 9:48 a.m. EMS assistance was needed at 2416 Coronado Avenue. 
 
Traumatic Injuries 
 
At 11:14 a.m. EMS assistance was needed at 432 Cedar Street. 
 
Unconscious / Fainting 
 
At 12:16 p.m. EMS assistance was needed at 1300 Sherman Street. 
 
K-9 Use / Call Out 
 
At 3:46 p.m. K-9 Menta was utilized on a traffic stop at 18th &amp;
Washington. 
 
Assault 
 
At 6:39 p.m. John Roberts was arrested for aggravated assault and interference
at 2916 29th Street. 
 
At 8:08 p.m. a battery was reported at 2013 Madison Street. 
 
Driving / Driver Complaint 
 
At 9:16 p.m. a vehicle running a red light was reported at 19th
&amp; Harrison.

Cop Shop (10/10)

10/10 BOOKED: Devon Keith on two Ellsworth County District Court warrants for Probation Violation, no bond set.

BOOKED: Daniel Bartonek on Barton County District Court case, to serve sentence.

BOOKED: Kendra Burns on Barton County District Court case for Possession of Marijuana, Illegal/Expired Tag or Registration, and Driving Without a License, bond set at $2,500 C/S.

BOOKED: John Roberts on Barton County District Court case for Aggravated Assault and Interference with Law Enforcement, bond set at $20,000 C/S.

RELEASED: Kendra Burns on Barton County District Court case for Possession of Marijuana, Illegal/Expired Tag or Registration, and Driving Without a License, after posting $2,500 bond through Ace Bail Bonds.

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 </figure>10/10 BOOKED: Devon Keith on two Ellsworth County District Court warrants for Probation Violation, no bond set.BOOKED: Daniel Bartonek on Barton County District Court case, to serve sentence.BOOKED: Kendra Burns on Barton County District Court case for Possession of Marijuana, Illegal/Expired Tag or Registration, and Driving Without a License, bond set at $2,500 C/S.BOOKED: John Roberts on Barton County District Court case for Aggravated Assault and Interference with Law Enforcement, bond set at $20,000 C/S.RELEASED: Kendra Burns on Barton County District Court case for Possession of Marijuana, Illegal/Expired Tag or Registration, and Driving Without a License, after posting $2,500 bond through Ace Bail Bonds.

Barton County Sheriff's Booking Activity (10/10)

The goal of a good sports official is to remain invisible; to act as a fair and competent arbiter of the rules. But that goal becomes more difficult as those with a stake in the outcome of the game - parents, coaches, and athletes - become more vocal. 

Groups like the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) and Kansas State High School Activities Association (KSHSAA) are making a social media push to "bench bad behavior" in an effort to recruit and keep more officials. As the slogan goes, "With no high school officials, there can be no high school sports." In February, the NFHS reported that 50,000 officials nationwide had discontinued their service since the 2018-19 school year.

Great Bend High School Activities Director Matt Westerhaus has seen the impact at his new job and at his old position at Junction City High School.

"I have observed a decline in the availability of officials at all levels, varsity and sub-varsity," he said. "At both places, we have been very fortunate to have local people to help out with our sub-varsity schedules for officiating.  Varsity officials need to be registered with KSHSAA, sub-varsity officials do not need to be registered, and that level provides a great opportunity for officials to get their feet in the door, learn the game and then hopefully move up to be able to help at the varsity level."

Mark Goodheart assigns officials for three leagues in central and western Kansas: the Western Athletic Conference, Central Kansas League, and Central Prairie League. Bad sportsmanship has always been an issue, but Goodheart said a new challenge is for officials to find coverage at their full-time jobs so they can leave early to cover games. That particularly impacts non-varsity level sports.

"I think there's always been somewhat of a shortage, but I think it got more critical during COVID," he said. "We had begun to pick up a few more people in the last few years. Varsity officials, we can usually cover."

A shortage at the beginner level of officiating ultimately leads to a shortage at the varsity level. Young officials are turning away from the job because of an increasingly hostile atmosphere.

"Kids tell me I sometimes don't like how my coaches yell at me, I don't like how my parents yell at people," Goodheart said. "I just don't want to get yelled at. That's the hard part."

Goodheart got his start in officiating as a college kid wanting to make money. Then it grew into a passion. Athletics are important to communities, coaches, parents, and the athletes themselves. They are also important to the people trying to ensure fairness by enforcing the rules.

"Officials just want to go out and do the best job they can do," Goodheart said. "It's kind of like any job that anybody takes. No one takes a job and tries to fail at it."

There are many ways to boost the number of officials. Goodheart said female officials are an untapped resource, and organizations like KSHSAA offer plenty of training opportunities for new officials. Westerhaus said it's also about creating a positive culture so new officials stay in the game and get better.

"We need to continue to recruit, and encourage those that have a love for a sport or sports to give back by officiating," he said. "As schools, we also want to ensure that we make those early opportunities for officials as rewarding and as positive as possible. Fans, coaches, players, and administrators all play a part in providing a great atmosphere for not only our teams, but a positive, understanding atmosphere for beginning officials, so we encourage them to continue in their pursuit to provide a much-needed service to our educationally-based athletic programs. 

"I encourage anyone that may have an interest in officiating to reach out to a coach, activities directors, the Activities Association so that we can get them in touch with the right people to get them started."  

Goodheart said more teams have been appreciative of officials lately. Something as small as a "thank you" from athletes and coaches goes a long way. That and the camaraderie of officials, he said, make the job worth doing.

"Probably every county in Kansas, I can think of somebody I know," he said. "It's the greatest fraternity or sorority I know of in Kansas."

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 </figure>By MIKE COURSON Great Bend PostThe goal of a good sports official is to remain invisible; to act as a fair and competent arbiter of the rules. But that goal becomes more difficult as those with a stake in the outcome of the game - parents, coaches, and athletes - become more vocal. Groups like the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) and Kansas State High School Activities Association (KSHSAA) are making a social media push to "bench bad behavior" in an effort to recruit and keep more officials. As the slogan goes, "With no high school officials, there can be no high school sports." In February, the NFHS reported that 50,000 officials nationwide had discontinued their service since the 2018-19 school year.Great Bend High School Activities Director Matt Westerhaus has seen the impact at his new job and at his old position at Junction City High School."I have observed a decline in the availability of officials at all levels, varsity and sub-varsity," he said. "At both places, we have been very fortunate to have local people to help out with our sub-varsity schedules for officiating. Varsity officials need to be registered with KSHSAA, sub-varsity officials do not need to be registered, and that level provides a great opportunity for officials to get their feet in the door, learn the game and then hopefully move up to be able to help at the varsity level."Mark Goodheart assigns officials for three leagues in central and western Kansas: the Western Athletic Conference, Central Kansas League, and Central Prairie League. Bad sportsmanship has always been an issue, but Goodheart said a new challenge is for officials to find coverage at their full-time jobs so they can leave early to cover games. That particularly impacts non-varsity level sports."I think there's always been somewhat of a shortage, but I think it got more critical during COVID," he said. "We had begun to pick up a few more people in the last few years. Varsity officials, we can usually cover."A shortage at the beginner level of officiating ultimately leads to a shortage at the varsity level. Young officials are turning away from the job because of an increasingly hostile atmosphere."Kids tell me I sometimes don't like how my coaches yell at me, I don't like how my parents yell at people," Goodheart said. "I just don't want to get yelled at. That's the hard part."Goodheart got his start in officiating as a college kid wanting to make money. Then it grew into a passion. Athletics are important to communities, coaches, parents, and the athletes themselves. They are also important to the people trying to ensure fairness by enforcing the rules."Officials just want to go out and do the best job they can do," Goodheart said. "It's kind of like any job that anybody takes. No one takes a job and tries to fail at it."There are many ways to boost the number of officials. Goodheart said female officials are an untapped resource, and organizations like KSHSAA offer plenty of training opportunities for new officials. Westerhaus said it's also about creating a positive culture so new officials stay in the game and get better."We need to continue to recruit, and encourage those that have a love for a sport or sports to give back by officiating," he said. "As schools, we also want to ensure that we make those early opportunities for officials as rewarding and as positive as possible. Fans, coaches, players, and administrators all play a part in providing a great atmosphere for not only our teams, but a positive, understanding atmosphere for beginning officials, so we encourage them to continue in their pursuit to provide a much-needed service to our educationally-based athletic programs. "I encourage anyone that may have an interest in officiating to reach out to a coach, activities directors, the Activities Association so that we can get them in touch with the right people to get them started." Goodheart said more teams have been appreciative of officials lately. Something as small as a "thank you" from athletes and coaches goes a long way. That and the camaraderie of officials, he said, make the job worth doing."Probably every county in Kansas, I can think of somebody I know," he said. "It's the greatest fraternity or sorority I know of in Kansas."

Great Bend AD: Availability of officials declining at all levels

Today Sunny, with a high near 85. Breezy, with a south southwest wind 14 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph.

Tonight A 20-percent chance of showers before 4 a.m. Mostly clear, with a low around 50. South wind 16 to 18 mph becoming north after midnight. Winds could gust as high as 28 mph.

Wednesday Sunny, with a high near 76. West northwest wind 13 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph.

Wednesday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 44. North northwest wind 6 to 10 mph.

Thursday Sunny, with a high near 70. Breezy, with a northwest wind 6 to 11 mph increasing to 15 to 20 mph in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 28 mph.

Thursday Night Clear, with a low around 41.

Friday Sunny, with a high near 76.

Friday Night Clear, with a low around 48.

Saturday Sunny, with a high near 76.

Saturday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 45.

Sunday Sunny, with a high near 70.

Sunday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 40.

Monday Sunny, with a high near 63.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Today Sunny, with a high near 85. Breezy, with a south southwest wind 14 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph.Tonight A 20-percent chance of showers before 4 a.m. Mostly clear, with a low around 50. South wind 16 to 18 mph becoming north after midnight. Winds could gust as high as 28 mph.Wednesday Sunny, with a high near 76. West northwest wind 13 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph.Wednesday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 44. North northwest wind 6 to 10 mph.Thursday Sunny, with a high near 70. Breezy, with a northwest wind 6 to 11 mph increasing to 15 to 20 mph in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 28 mph.Thursday Night Clear, with a low around 41.Friday Sunny, with a high near 76.Friday Night Clear, with a low around 48.Saturday Sunny, with a high near 76.Saturday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 45.Sunday Sunny, with a high near 70.Sunday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 40.Monday Sunny, with a high near 63.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Tuesday's Weather

PAWNEE COUNTY—One person died in an accident just before 7p.m. Monday in Pawnee County.

The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2013 Kia Sorento driven by Jackie F. Dillard, 71, Fort Gibson, Oklahoma, was southbound on U.S. 183 at Kansas 156.

The driver failed to stop at a posted stop sign. An eastbound 1998 Peterbilt semi driven by Nathan Tyler Long, 34, Garden City, T-Boned the SUV.

Dillard and a passenger Donna Lynn Dillard, 69, of Fort Gibson, Oklahoma, were pronounced dead at the scene and transported to Beckwith Mortuary. Long was not injured. All three were properly restrained, according to the KHP.

PAWNEE COUNTY—One person died in an accident just before 7p.m. Monday in Pawnee County.The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2013 Kia Sorento driven by Jackie F. Dillard, 71, Fort Gibson, Oklahoma, was southbound on U.S. 183 at Kansas 156.The driver failed to stop at a posted stop sign. An eastbound 1998 Peterbilt semi driven by Nathan Tyler Long, 34, Garden City, T-Boned the SUV.Dillard and a passenger Donna Lynn Dillard, 69, of Fort Gibson, Oklahoma, were pronounced dead at the scene and transported to Beckwith Mortuary. Long was not injured. All three were properly restrained, according to the KHP.

Man, woman dead after semi, SUV crash in Pawnee County

Today, Oct. 10, is Put the Brakes on Fatalities Day. It’s a nationwide campaign encouraging motorists, passengers, pedestrians and cyclists to use caution every day and help prevent fatalities.

As part of the campaign, the Kansas Department of Transportation and its transportation safety partners have been publishing blogs to share the experiences of motorists, first responders and emergency dispatchers. The entire blog series can be seen&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDAsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMjEwMTAuNjQ5MTEyNDEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwOi8va2Fuc2FzdHJhbnNwb3J0YXRpb24uYmxvZ3Nwb3QuY29tL3NlYXJjaC9sYWJlbC9QdXQlMjB0aGUlMjBCcmFrZXMlMjBvbiUyMEZhdGFsaXRpZXMlMjAyMDIyP3V0bV9tZWRpdW09ZW1haWwmdXRtX3NvdXJjZT1nb3ZkZWxpdmVyeSJ9.SyhJDeqRI3FPKf31oRQmxOs1I1rU1gfF_B6TNYtcmYg/s/1410648818/br/145508153979-l" target="_blank">here</a>.

Their words tell the impact, in personal terms, of crashes. A few examples:

Numbers showing the impact of traffic crashes:

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 </figure>Today, Oct. 10, is Put the Brakes on Fatalities Day. It’s a nationwide campaign encouraging motorists, passengers, pedestrians and cyclists to use caution every day and help prevent fatalities.As part of the campaign, the Kansas Department of Transportation and its transportation safety partners have been publishing blogs to share the experiences of motorists, first responders and emergency dispatchers. The entire blog series can be seen&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDAsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMjEwMTAuNjQ5MTEyNDEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwOi8va2Fuc2FzdHJhbnNwb3J0YXRpb24uYmxvZ3Nwb3QuY29tL3NlYXJjaC9sYWJlbC9QdXQlMjB0aGUlMjBCcmFrZXMlMjBvbiUyMEZhdGFsaXRpZXMlMjAyMDIyP3V0bV9tZWRpdW09ZW1haWwmdXRtX3NvdXJjZT1nb3ZkZWxpdmVyeSJ9.SyhJDeqRI3FPKf31oRQmxOs1I1rU1gfF_B6TNYtcmYg/s/1410648818/br/145508153979-l" target="_blank">here</a>.Their words tell the impact, in personal terms, of crashes. A few examples:<ul>
 <li>Debbie Lee, mother of Braden Woodson: “The voice on the other end was Braden, telling me he was hit by a semi… I share our story for several reasons but mostly because Braden was wearing his seat belt, and I believe the seat belt saved him from being thrown from the vehicle.”&nbsp;</li><li>Reno County 911 dispatcher Megan Miller: "It’s hard not to get emotionally attached. … When it comes to kids, that’s a rough one.”</li><li>Tanner Blakesley: “I was a road trooper in the Topeka area for two years when I woke up in a ditch. The driver of the vehicle we had stopped was standing over me, asking me if I was okay. I realized I had been hit by my patrol car after a passing vehicle struck the rear of my car at full highway speed. Since that day, I have become a strong enforcer of the ‘Move Over Law’."</li>
 </ul>Numbers showing the impact of traffic crashes:<ul>
 <li>In 2020, 425 people died in crashes in Kansas, according to KDOT.</li><li>According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 38,824 people died in crashes across the nation in 2020 – an average of 106 traffic deaths a day.</li><li>Inattention has been the biggest factor in all Kansas crashes for many years, accounting for almost one in five crashes. To avoid distractions, the experts say: Keep your eyes on the road. Hands on the wheel. Mind on driving. Remember this: The average time a person’s eyes leave the road while texting and driving is 5 seconds – enough time to traverse a football field at 55 mph.</li>
 </ul>

Make every day Put the Brakes on Fatalities Day

On Tuesday, Oct. 11, several properties in Barton County will be auctioned
off to the highest bidder. The 2022 tax sale will take place at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the Great Bend Events Center on 10th Street. 
The Barton County Treasurer’s Office sent tax delinquent notices to 172 homes
or businesses this year. Sheriff Brian Bellendir said many of the properties
were resolved with payment in full or payment plans, and now there are 45 properties
that will be auctioned Tuesday. "The county doesn't start the foreclosure proceedings on a property for three years," said Bellendir. "These have three years of delinquent taxes that are owed." 
Bellendir will serve as the auctioneer Tuesday. Anyone interested in
purchasing property off the tax list should bring identification for
preregistration prior to the sale.

"If you owe delinquent taxes to Barton County, you can not bid on any property coming up at auction," said Bellendir. "That is the one disqualifier there is on this sale. The Treasurer's Office will be checking registrations as they come in." 
A list of the 45 properties on this year’s tax sale can be viewed at
<a href="https://www.bartoncounty.org/vnews/display.v/SEC/2022%20Tax%20Sale">bartoncounty.org</a>.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

<figure>
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 </figure>On Tuesday, Oct. 11, several properties in Barton County will be auctioned
off to the highest bidder. The 2022 tax sale will take place at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the Great Bend Events Center on 10th Street. 
The Barton County Treasurer’s Office sent tax delinquent notices to 172 homes
or businesses this year. Sheriff Brian Bellendir said many of the properties
were resolved with payment in full or payment plans, and now there are 45 properties
that will be auctioned Tuesday. "The county doesn't start the foreclosure proceedings on a property for three years," said Bellendir. "These have three years of delinquent taxes that are owed." 
Bellendir will serve as the auctioneer Tuesday. Anyone interested in
purchasing property off the tax list should bring identification for
preregistration prior to the sale."If you owe delinquent taxes to Barton County, you can not bid on any property coming up at auction," said Bellendir. "That is the one disqualifier there is on this sale. The Treasurer's Office will be checking registrations as they come in." 
A list of the 45 properties on this year’s tax sale can be viewed at
<a href="https://www.bartoncounty.org/vnews/display.v/SEC/2022%20Tax%20Sale">bartoncounty.org</a>.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Barton County tax sale is Tuesday, view the property list here

The products have outlived their warranty, and now it's time for a replacement. At Monday's USD 428 Great Bend Board of Education meeting, Assistant Superintendent John Popp led a discussion about the replacement of the turf and track at Great Bend High School's Memorial Stadium. Popp could provide only a guess Monday evening, but said the project will likely exceed $1 million.

"So no action on this yet, I just wanted to put it in front of you that I'm going to be bringing it to you," he told the board. "If I'm just round-guessing, I think you're in the $1 million range just to cover everything, then to go down to the base, that could cost anywhere from who knows. If it's just the track, maybe only about half a million, so 1.5 maybe up to 2 million. I'm just guessing round numbers at this point. We'll wait and see what the proposals come back at."

Popp gave credit to the grounds and transportation crew for maintaining the facilities so they lived past their warranty dates. Popp said he has been to other facilities that are already on their second replacement since Great Bend installed its turf. The goal is to replace the turf and the track at the same time.

"I know in the past they had the track down in '04, they put the turf down in '08, so they had to build a bridge over the track and do it all at the same time," said Superintendent Khris Thexton. "That's why we waited on the turf, to extend it as long as we could, so we could time it to where they'd be together."

Other than normal wear and tear on the turf, some spots on the playing surface are no longer level. Popp reported that, as the material wears down, it is more likely to burn athletes who slide across it, including youth football players. Several cracks have been patched on the track but are expected to get much worse during the cold season.

Popp said he believes the foundation underneath the turf is in good shape and will likely not need to be replaced. The same cannot be said for the track.

"Normally you'd scrape the coating off the top and just recoat it, but we know the asphalt underneath the track is not in good repair, so they're going to have to take it clear down to the base," he said. "That's going to be some additional costs."

The district will now reach out to contractors for estimates on the rehaul. Popp hopes to have figures for the board by November with approval of the updates by December. The ultimate goal, he said, is for the selected contractor to begin work immediately after graduation and have the new turf installed before the first football game in Sept. 2023.

<figure>
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 </figure>By MIKE COURSON Great Bend PostThe products have outlived their warranty, and now it's time for a replacement. At Monday's USD 428 Great Bend Board of Education meeting, Assistant Superintendent John Popp led a discussion about the replacement of the turf and track at Great Bend High School's Memorial Stadium. Popp could provide only a guess Monday evening, but said the project will likely exceed $1 million."So no action on this yet, I just wanted to put it in front of you that I'm going to be bringing it to you," he told the board. "If I'm just round-guessing, I think you're in the $1 million range just to cover everything, then to go down to the base, that could cost anywhere from who knows. If it's just the track, maybe only about half a million, so 1.5 maybe up to 2 million. I'm just guessing round numbers at this point. We'll wait and see what the proposals come back at."Popp gave credit to the grounds and transportation crew for maintaining the facilities so they lived past their warranty dates. Popp said he has been to other facilities that are already on their second replacement since Great Bend installed its turf. The goal is to replace the turf and the track at the same time."I know in the past they had the track down in '04, they put the turf down in '08, so they had to build a bridge over the track and do it all at the same time," said Superintendent Khris Thexton. "That's why we waited on the turf, to extend it as long as we could, so we could time it to where they'd be together."Other than normal wear and tear on the turf, some spots on the playing surface are no longer level. Popp reported that, as the material wears down, it is more likely to burn athletes who slide across it, including youth football players. Several cracks have been patched on the track but are expected to get much worse during the cold season.Popp said he believes the foundation underneath the turf is in good shape and will likely not need to be replaced. The same cannot be said for the track."Normally you'd scrape the coating off the top and just recoat it, but we know the asphalt underneath the track is not in good repair, so they're going to have to take it clear down to the base," he said. "That's going to be some additional costs."The district will now reach out to contractors for estimates on the rehaul. Popp hopes to have figures for the board by November with approval of the updates by December. The ultimate goal, he said, is for the selected contractor to begin work immediately after graduation and have the new turf installed before the first football game in Sept. 2023.

USD 428 Board hopes to have new track, turf installed at GBHS by September 2023

D &amp; A Testing Pros co-owners, Dean Nuss and Ruth Joiner, welcomed the Great Bend Chamber of Commerce members, Ambassadors and staff mid-September for a grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating the opening of their third new business.

Located at 1702 Main Street, Great Bend, D &amp; A Testing Pros offers drug and alcohol testing on-site. This location has allowed long-time friends and co-owners to combine the new D &amp; A Testing Pros, Kansas CPR Training, and GTR Limousine &amp; Party Services all under one roof.

D &amp; A Testing Pros offers collection services sent to the laboratory for testing, work with consortium groups managing DOT compliance for area or statewide companies and other independent groups or businesses. In addition, DOT/Non-DOT urine, saliva, hair follicle, instant testing, and breath alcohol testing are also offered. After hours testing, mobile on-site testing and post-accident testing can be accommodated when necessary.

Nuss and Joiner are very excited about the future and feel that they are filling a need in the community. "We have fast convenient services that help employees get back out on the job quicker," notes Joiner.

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 </figure>BUSINESS NEWSD &amp; A Testing Pros co-owners, Dean Nuss and Ruth Joiner, welcomed the Great Bend Chamber of Commerce members, Ambassadors and staff mid-September for a grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating the opening of their third new business.Located at 1702 Main Street, Great Bend, D &amp; A Testing Pros offers drug and alcohol testing on-site. This location has allowed long-time friends and co-owners to combine the new D &amp; A Testing Pros, Kansas CPR Training, and GTR Limousine &amp; Party Services all under one roof.D &amp; A Testing Pros offers collection services sent to the laboratory for testing, work with consortium groups managing DOT compliance for area or statewide companies and other independent groups or businesses. In addition, DOT/Non-DOT urine, saliva, hair follicle, instant testing, and breath alcohol testing are also offered. After hours testing, mobile on-site testing and post-accident testing can be accommodated when necessary.Nuss and Joiner are very excited about the future and feel that they are filling a need in the community. "We have fast convenient services that help employees get back out on the job quicker," notes Joiner.

Entrepreneurs open third business in Great Bend

By COLE REIF Great Bend Post

For the 9th straight season, Great Bend will be the location
for the Class 2-1A State Baseball Tournament. The Great Bend Recreation
Commission board accepted a letter of agreement with the Kansas State High
School Activities Association (KSHSAA) to host the tournament at the Great Bend Sports
Complex. 
GBRC Assistant Superintendent Chris Umphres was pleased with the commitment from
a variety of organizations to execute a good tournament. "The importance of what we have done in the past shows KSHSAA still has trust in the way we do the tournament," said Umphres. "They came back to us again, obviously it's a year to year deal, but with the turf now and the event that we put on, it shows that we're ready to go." 
The dates for the 2023 tournament are scheduled for May 25 and May 26. USD 428 will cohost
the tournament along with the Recreation Commission. 
This past May’s tournament in Great Bend was the first on the new artificial
turf. Last winter, a $1.37 million project placed turf at the five ballfields
of the complex.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>By COLE REIF Great Bend PostFor the 9th straight season, Great Bend will be the location
for the Class 2-1A State Baseball Tournament. The Great Bend Recreation
Commission board accepted a letter of agreement with the Kansas State High
School Activities Association (KSHSAA) to host the tournament at the Great Bend Sports
Complex. 
GBRC Assistant Superintendent Chris Umphres was pleased with the commitment from
a variety of organizations to execute a good tournament. "The importance of what we have done in the past shows KSHSAA still has trust in the way we do the tournament," said Umphres. "They came back to us again, obviously it's a year to year deal, but with the turf now and the event that we put on, it shows that we're ready to go." 
The dates for the 2023 tournament are scheduled for May 25 and May 26. USD 428 will cohost
the tournament along with the Recreation Commission. 
This past May’s tournament in Great Bend was the first on the new artificial
turf. Last winter, a $1.37 million project placed turf at the five ballfields
of the complex.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Great Bend selected to host state baseball tournament again

The Great Bend Recreation Commission released their 2022 outdoor soccer teams.

Team Name: Tigers Coach: Ashley Coulson Roster: Khix Patton Sophia Bujanda Shelby Coulson Gabriel Espino Juan Sanchez Dylan Ordonez Ruby Razo Emerie Varela Ximena Mata Raya Haney

Team Name: Stars Coach: Rafael Espinosa Roster: Ivan Galindo Hayden Weeks Opal Cordel Cora Calcara Adrian Perales Kaeson Demel Reighny Anderson Olivia Espinosa Yaneisy Leyva Nathali Peregrino Kaylin Leyva

Team Name: Phoenix Coach: Darcy Leech Roster: Collin Quillin Lukas Schwager Nora Burns Henley Nairn Abel Villanueva Killian Starnes Max Martinez Hannah Leech Rylee Snook Maelee Armendariz Liesl Turner

Team Name: Lil Panthers Coach: Wade Babcock Roster: Kenton Klug Jairo Sanchez Emma Althouse Myla Rein Jaziel Aguilera Wylder Wilkinson Aiden Babcock Tayla Broeckelman Josie Guthrie Mia Reed Maria Towery

Team Name: Lightning Bolts Coach: Bette Hartshorn Roster: Axel Mata River Schridde Alexa Brungardt Sarah Loera Alexander Bonine Traeton Denning Clayton Folkers Gwen Engle Macey Wells Jessa Raney Grace Miller

Team Name: Wings Coach: Sam Beugelsdijk Roster: Wyatt Brown Colton Klein Max Meyerhoff Sidney Brunswig Mckenzie Thacker-Hood Declan Broeckelman Jude Guthrie Dylan Sundahl Marlowe Beugelsdijk Leightinn Stroh Summer Linenburger

Team Name: Panthers Coach: Craig Robinson Roster: Dominic Ibanez Kolt Schwager Bree Bodine Zairalyn Immediato Scott Beahm Jr Hunter Coulson Jace Welcher Skylar Trantham April Aguilera Ximena Loera Treacyn Williams

Team Name: Jets Coach: Ryan Uridel Roster: RJ Baskerville Ezryn De La Torre Kipton Burroughs Amelia Uridel Jagger Maciel Everett Negaard Conrad Langer Sophia Barrera Adelyn Sanchez Hope Bosley Denton Howard

Team Name: Hurricanes Coach: Sarahi Delgado Roster: Kyler Birzer Grayson Detter Makenzie Kiewel Paisley Adams Yair Dominguez Isaac Rocha Yaneli Peregrino Aalanah Monk Ashley Zapata Yaviel Zapata Arianna Delgado

Team Name: Galaxy Coach: Anthony Lopez Roster: Alex Cericeros Sebastian Garcia Kambri Klug Kavion Carter Isaiah Parr Landry Legarreta Kayla Alvarez Kimberly Enriquez Briezlyn Musil Jenicka Hernandez Derek Devine

Team Name: Scorpions Coach: Tania Zubia Roster: Mario Martinez Jackson Blankenship Maxy Ramirez Laken Cook Diego Tavarez Lucas Althouse Anayela De La Torre Miriam Perales Mia Bauer Bierly Gallegos Alan Leyva

Team Name: Raging Rhions Coach: Rafael Espinosa Roster: Rafael Espinosa III Kesslor Denning Santiago Guerrero Martin Barrera Axel Barron Cristian Galindo Mia Herrera Nevaeh Springer Rylea Wong Victoria Aguilera Chloe Torres

Team Name: Cool Cats Coach: Josh Williams Roster: Aiden Armendariz Carlos Armendariz Javier Nava Rodriguez Andrew De la Rosa Tyler Hammeke Kacen Schwager Daniel Alvarez Ellia Hoilien Kaylee Thompson Isla Cairney Kami Williams

Team Name: Wings Coach: Sam Beugelsdijk Roster: Marshall Long Jace Drake Leo Beugelsdijk Kashton Broeckelman Jakoby Sundahl Ridge Robinson Ellie Bretz Alexa Sanchez Kendall Lozoya Annalise Detter Allison Sanchez

Team Name: GB FC Coach: Eduardo Prado Roster: Ethan Genova Gideon McCarty Giovanni Cruz Harmony Moore Ivan Perales Andre DesLauriers Dustin Fugitt Ricardo Cruz Araceli Aguilera

Team Name: Club America Coach: Daniel Leech Roster: Eli Leech Elijah Hoilien Jace Isaac Kimmie Peterson Patrick Lawrence Fernanda Ayala Hannah Manase Julian Ordonez Anthony Lawrence Jr.

Team Name: Barcelona Coach: Todd Scheuerman Roster: Elliot Jimenez Brogan Kurtz Dezaraye Cross Flor Rios Tyler Scheuerman Samantha Escobedo Omar Razo Parker Coleman Jonathan Serna Jesus Molina

Team Name: Rough Riders Coach: Sheldon Amador Roster: Evan Mason Avyel Leyva Princessly Armendariz Ryanna Burhenn Sergio Gonzalez Alexis Garcia Noel Gonzalez Carlos Ibarra Evan Amador

The Great Bend Recreation Commission released their 2022 outdoor soccer teams.Kindergarten – 1st&nbsp;Grade<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/10/1665412904950.jpeg" alt="Tigers" />
 <figcaption>Tigers</figcaption>
 </figure>Team Name: Tigers Coach: Ashley Coulson Roster: Khix Patton Sophia Bujanda Shelby Coulson Gabriel Espino Juan Sanchez Dylan Ordonez Ruby Razo Emerie Varela Ximena Mata Raya Haney<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/10/1665412935157.jpeg" alt="Stars" />
 <figcaption>Stars</figcaption>
 </figure>Team Name: Stars Coach: Rafael Espinosa Roster: Ivan Galindo Hayden Weeks Opal Cordel Cora Calcara Adrian Perales Kaeson Demel Reighny Anderson Olivia Espinosa Yaneisy Leyva Nathali Peregrino Kaylin Leyva<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/10/1665412960462.jpeg" alt="Phoenix" />
 <figcaption>Phoenix</figcaption>
 </figure>Team Name: Phoenix Coach: Darcy Leech Roster: Collin Quillin Lukas Schwager Nora Burns Henley Nairn Abel Villanueva Killian Starnes Max Martinez Hannah Leech Rylee Snook Maelee Armendariz Liesl Turner<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/10/1665412981204.jpeg" alt="Lil Panthers" />
 <figcaption>Lil Panthers</figcaption>
 </figure>Team Name: Lil Panthers Coach: Wade Babcock Roster: Kenton Klug Jairo Sanchez Emma Althouse Myla Rein Jaziel Aguilera Wylder Wilkinson Aiden Babcock Tayla Broeckelman Josie Guthrie Mia Reed Maria Towery<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/10/1665413002860.jpeg" alt="Lightning Bolts" />
 <figcaption>Lightning Bolts</figcaption>
 </figure>Team Name: Lightning Bolts Coach: Bette Hartshorn Roster: Axel Mata River Schridde Alexa Brungardt Sarah Loera Alexander Bonine Traeton Denning Clayton Folkers Gwen Engle Macey Wells Jessa Raney Grace Miller2nd-3rd&nbsp;Grade<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/10/1665413029979.jpeg" alt="Wings" />
 <figcaption>Wings</figcaption>
 </figure>Team Name: Wings Coach: Sam Beugelsdijk Roster: Wyatt Brown Colton Klein Max Meyerhoff Sidney Brunswig Mckenzie Thacker-Hood Declan Broeckelman Jude Guthrie Dylan Sundahl Marlowe Beugelsdijk Leightinn Stroh Summer Linenburger<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/10/1665413055756.jpeg" alt="Panthers" />
 <figcaption>Panthers</figcaption>
 </figure>Team Name: Panthers Coach: Craig Robinson Roster: Dominic Ibanez Kolt Schwager Bree Bodine Zairalyn Immediato Scott Beahm Jr Hunter Coulson Jace Welcher Skylar Trantham April Aguilera Ximena Loera Treacyn Williams<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/10/1665413104499.jpeg" alt="Jets" />
 <figcaption>Jets</figcaption>
 </figure>Team Name: Jets Coach: Ryan Uridel Roster: RJ Baskerville Ezryn De La Torre Kipton Burroughs Amelia Uridel Jagger Maciel Everett Negaard Conrad Langer Sophia Barrera Adelyn Sanchez Hope Bosley Denton Howard<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/10/1665413126235.jpeg" alt="Hurricanes" />
 <figcaption>Hurricanes</figcaption>
 </figure>Team Name: Hurricanes Coach: Sarahi Delgado Roster: Kyler Birzer Grayson Detter Makenzie Kiewel Paisley Adams Yair Dominguez Isaac Rocha Yaneli Peregrino Aalanah Monk Ashley Zapata Yaviel Zapata Arianna Delgado<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/10/1665413143554.jpeg" alt="Galaxy" />
 <figcaption>Galaxy</figcaption>
 </figure>Team Name: Galaxy Coach: Anthony Lopez Roster: Alex Cericeros Sebastian Garcia Kambri Klug Kavion Carter Isaiah Parr Landry Legarreta Kayla Alvarez Kimberly Enriquez Briezlyn Musil Jenicka Hernandez Derek Devine4th-5th&nbsp;Grade<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/10/1665413810436.jpeg" alt="Scorpions&nbsp;" />
 <figcaption>Scorpions&nbsp;</figcaption>
 </figure>Team Name: Scorpions Coach: Tania Zubia Roster: Mario Martinez Jackson Blankenship Maxy Ramirez Laken Cook Diego Tavarez Lucas Althouse Anayela De La Torre Miriam Perales Mia Bauer Bierly Gallegos Alan Leyva<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/10/1665413836860.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Team Name: Raging Rhions Coach: Rafael Espinosa Roster: Rafael Espinosa III Kesslor Denning Santiago Guerrero Martin Barrera Axel Barron Cristian Galindo Mia Herrera Nevaeh Springer Rylea Wong Victoria Aguilera Chloe Torres<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/10/1665413855332.jpeg" alt="Cool Cats" />
 <figcaption>Cool Cats</figcaption>
 </figure>Team Name: Cool Cats Coach: Josh Williams Roster: Aiden Armendariz Carlos Armendariz Javier Nava Rodriguez Andrew De la Rosa Tyler Hammeke Kacen Schwager Daniel Alvarez Ellia Hoilien Kaylee Thompson Isla Cairney Kami Williams<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/10/1665413875356.jpeg" alt="Wings" />
 <figcaption>Wings</figcaption>
 </figure>Team Name: Wings Coach: Sam Beugelsdijk Roster: Marshall Long Jace Drake Leo Beugelsdijk Kashton Broeckelman Jakoby Sundahl Ridge Robinson Ellie Bretz Alexa Sanchez Kendall Lozoya Annalise Detter Allison Sanchez6th-8th&nbsp;Grade<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/10/1665413891828.jpeg" alt="GB FC" />
 <figcaption>GB FC</figcaption>
 </figure>Team Name: GB FC Coach: Eduardo Prado Roster: Ethan Genova Gideon McCarty Giovanni Cruz Harmony Moore Ivan Perales Andre DesLauriers Dustin Fugitt Ricardo Cruz Araceli Aguilera<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/10/1665413909515.jpeg" alt="Club America" />
 <figcaption>Club America</figcaption>
 </figure>Team Name: Club America Coach: Daniel Leech Roster: Eli Leech Elijah Hoilien Jace Isaac Kimmie Peterson Patrick Lawrence Fernanda Ayala Hannah Manase Julian Ordonez Anthony Lawrence Jr.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/10/1665413926332.jpeg" alt="Barcelona" />
 <figcaption>Barcelona</figcaption>
 </figure>Team Name: Barcelona Coach: Todd Scheuerman Roster: Elliot Jimenez Brogan Kurtz Dezaraye Cross Flor Rios Tyler Scheuerman Samantha Escobedo Omar Razo Parker Coleman Jonathan Serna Jesus Molina<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/10/1665413946763.jpeg" alt="Rough Riders" />
 <figcaption>Rough Riders</figcaption>
 </figure>Team Name: Rough Riders Coach: Sheldon Amador Roster: Evan Mason Avyel Leyva Princessly Armendariz Ryanna Burhenn Sergio Gonzalez Alexis Garcia Noel Gonzalez Carlos Ibarra Evan Amador

📷Great Bend Rec youth outdoor soccer team photos

Bringing the Great Bend zoo to you

GREAT BEND RECREATION COMMISSION Oct. 10 - 4 p.m. Carl Soden Recreation Center

VI. Liaison Report USD#428/City of Great Bend

VII. Old Business &nbsp; &nbsp;A. Reports &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 1. Enrichment Report &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 2. Fitness-Health-Wellness Report &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 3. Sports Report &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 4. September Attendance Report &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 5. Brit Spaugh South Park Report

VIII. New Business &nbsp; &nbsp;A. 2021-2022 Audit Presentation: Action Item &nbsp; &nbsp;B. 2023 KSHSAA Agreement: Action Item &nbsp; &nbsp;C. Appointments &amp; Designations: Action Item &nbsp; &nbsp;D. Commission Appointment: Information Item &nbsp; &nbsp;E. Retirement Celebration: Information Item &nbsp; &nbsp;F. Executive Session: Personnel Matters of Non-Elected Personnel &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; In compliance with KSA 75-4319, the board will recess to executive session, if needed, in compliance with Kansas Open Meetings Act.

X. Commissioners Time and Questions

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 </figure>GREAT BEND RECREATION COMMISSION Oct. 10 - 4 p.m. Carl Soden Recreation CenterAGENDAI. Call to OrderII Introduction of GuestsIII. Reading of MinutesIV. Bills PayableV. Financial ReportsVI. Liaison Report USD#428/City of Great BendVII. Old Business &nbsp; &nbsp;A. Reports &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 1. Enrichment Report &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 2. Fitness-Health-Wellness Report &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 3. Sports Report &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 4. September Attendance Report &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 5. Brit Spaugh South Park ReportVIII. New Business &nbsp; &nbsp;A. 2021-2022 Audit Presentation: Action Item &nbsp; &nbsp;B. 2023 KSHSAA Agreement: Action Item &nbsp; &nbsp;C. Appointments &amp; Designations: Action Item &nbsp; &nbsp;D. Commission Appointment: Information Item &nbsp; &nbsp;E. Retirement Celebration: Information Item &nbsp; &nbsp;F. Executive Session: Personnel Matters of Non-Elected Personnel &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; In compliance with KSA 75-4319, the board will recess to executive session, if needed, in compliance with Kansas Open Meetings Act.IX. Other BusinessX. Commissioners Time and QuestionsXI. Adjournment

Great Bend Rec board meeting agenda (10/10)

Barton Community College will help area high school seniors plan for their futures at Senior Day, starting at 9:30 a.m. Nov. 16, with a sign-up deadline of Nov. 1. Those interested can sign up at seniorday.bartonccc.edu. 

The annual senior day will feature campus tours, sessions with advisors and admissions representatives, housing information and much more. Most importantly, students and parents can learn the countless benefits of attending Barton before attending a four-year college or choosing a career program to enter the workforce. 

All participants will be entered in a drawing to win two $1,000 scholarships or one of eight $500 scholarships. Lunch is included. 

Director of Admissions Tana Cooper encourages all seniors in the area to attend, even if they plan to go straight to a four-year school.

“It is a great idea to at least come and visit and fill out the admissions application and take a look around campus,” she said. “Things are constantly being updated and evolving out here, and I think some of our local students would be surprised at how much has changed since they were last out here.” 

Cooper also highlighted the Barton Bound Scholarship application.

“This scholarship program allows students from the state of Kansas with GPAs from 2.5-4.0 to get scholarship dollars from Barton,” she said. “I think it’s important students realize that awarded scholarship money turns into actual cash in their pockets later in life when they have all kinds of bills to pay and things they want to buy. This is money that can go towards a house down payment, car payment or even a fun vacation later in life instead of student loan payments.” 

Cooper said there is much to know about Barton’s programs and opportunities.

“Barton offers many of the same classes as four-year schools, but at about half the cost, and some of Barton’s career and technical programs take only a year to complete and can lead to a rewarding career,” she said. “Of course, I would love Barton to be everyone’s first choice, but some students may already think they are going elsewhere. I always say it never hurts to come and visit and have a backup plan. It’s a fun and free day.”

For more information, contact Cooper at (620) 792-9241 or coopert@bartonccc.edu.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/10/1665170254317.jpeg" alt="A group of students pose for a photo with Barton’s mascots at Senior Day last fall. Students can win free Barton items throughout the day, as well as win scholarships, raffle prizes and learn about various aspects of the college." />
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 </figure>Story and photo by Joe VinduskaBarton Community College will help area high school seniors plan for their futures at Senior Day, starting at 9:30 a.m. Nov. 16, with a sign-up deadline of Nov. 1. Those interested can sign up at seniorday.bartonccc.edu. The annual senior day will feature campus tours, sessions with advisors and admissions representatives, housing information and much more. Most importantly, students and parents can learn the countless benefits of attending Barton before attending a four-year college or choosing a career program to enter the workforce. All participants will be entered in a drawing to win two $1,000 scholarships or one of eight $500 scholarships. Lunch is included. Director of Admissions Tana Cooper encourages all seniors in the area to attend, even if they plan to go straight to a four-year school.“It is a great idea to at least come and visit and fill out the admissions application and take a look around campus,” she said. “Things are constantly being updated and evolving out here, and I think some of our local students would be surprised at how much has changed since they were last out here.” Cooper also highlighted the Barton Bound Scholarship application.“This scholarship program allows students from the state of Kansas with GPAs from 2.5-4.0 to get scholarship dollars from Barton,” she said. “I think it’s important students realize that awarded scholarship money turns into actual cash in their pockets later in life when they have all kinds of bills to pay and things they want to buy. This is money that can go towards a house down payment, car payment or even a fun vacation later in life instead of student loan payments.” Cooper said there is much to know about Barton’s programs and opportunities.“Barton offers many of the same classes as four-year schools, but at about half the cost, and some of Barton’s career and technical programs take only a year to complete and can lead to a rewarding career,” she said. “Of course, I would love Barton to be everyone’s first choice, but some students may already think they are going elsewhere. I always say it never hurts to come and visit and have a backup plan. It’s a fun and free day.”For more information, contact Cooper at (620) 792-9241 or coopert@bartonccc.edu.

Barton Community College to host Senior Day; $6K in scholarships given away

USD 428 Board of Education meeting Oct. 10 - 5 p.m. District Education Center, 201 South Patton Road

1.4 Request to Speak Reminder &nbsp; &nbsp;· Persons may present ideas or concerns regarding USD 428. The Board will take no action at this meeting. Such items will be referred to the appropriate administrator(s) for future information and researched and reported back to the Board at a later meeting. Personalities and behavior of employees are not to be presented during this period but are to be reported to the employee’s immediate supervisor. The president shall determine the amount of time to be spent for citizen participation.

2. RECOGNITIONS / ACHIEVEMENTS / PRESENTATIONS &nbsp; &nbsp;· None

3. COMMUNICATIONS &nbsp; &nbsp;· Board Members’ Comments &nbsp; &nbsp;· USD 428 Education Foundation &nbsp; &nbsp;· Written Communications / Correspondence

4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS &nbsp; &nbsp;A. CMAR Update &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Todd Dumler, Project Manager for McCownGordon Construction, will provide an update on the planning phase and construction timeline for the District Operations Facility located at 625 10th St. The facility was purchased in January 2022 to house the Transportation and Food Service Departments. USD 428 hired McCownGordon Construction as the district’s Construction Manager at Risk in March.

&nbsp; &nbsp;B. Approval of Title VI B (3-21) and VI B (3-5) Early Childhood Flow-Through Budget Application &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; The public was notified of the Title VI B and VI B ECH budget, which covers salaries for licensed special education staff salaries is required. The 2022-2023 application amounts to $1,073,286 for Title VI B pass-through funds ($24,041 higher than the prior-year) and $40,174 for ECH ($840 lower than the prior-year). The budget application was available for public review at the Barton County Cooperative of Special Education for thirty days. The administration recommends approval.

&nbsp; &nbsp;A. Secondary Math Sequence Changes &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; The High School and Middle School math departments have come together to propose changes to the course offerings available to middle school students. The teachers and principals will present their data and proposal to the Board. The administration recommends this to be a First Reading, with action at the November 14 meeting.

&nbsp; &nbsp;B. Approval for purchase of Computers &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; The district has a rotation cycle for electronic purchases to maintain up-to-date technology. Computers are on a five-year rotation, and Chromebooks are on a three-year rotation. At this time, the administration requests BOE approval for the following purchase.

&nbsp; &nbsp;C. KASB Delegate Assembly &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; The KASB Delegate Assembly is the Annual Business Meeting of the Association. Each KASB member entity assigns a voting delegate at the assembly to vote on behalf of their local Board of Education regarding legislative priorities for 2022. Voting delegates will select a KASB President-Elect Designee, vote on proposed changes to the KASB Constitution and our Legislative Positions and Priorities, which guide the association’s legislative effors. Jacquie Disque, President, will be registered as the USD 428 Delegate, and Aaron Emerson, Vice President, will be the alternate. The Delegate Assembly is on November 11 (in–person and virtual). A link will be sent from KASB to Delegates to submit their electronic vote.

&nbsp; &nbsp;D. Approval of Local Consolidated Plan Allocation &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; The 2022-2023 Local Consolidated Plan (LCP) amounts total $1,039,902, which compares to a prior-year total of $1,070,289. The administration asks board approval to make state and federal program allocations for 2022-2023. Programs with the allocated amounts are listed below. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Title I Improving Education Programs $ 765,028 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Title II A Supporting Effective Instruction $ 110,441 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Title III English Learner and Immigrant Programs $ 47,322 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Title IVA Grants for Student Support/Academic Enrichment $ 48,861 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Title I Part C Migrant $ 68,250 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Total $1,039,902

&nbsp; &nbsp;E. GB Recreation Commission Board Representative &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; The GB Recreation Commission board is comprised of five members representing the city, school, and recreation commission. Members serve four-year terms and may serve two consecutive four-year terms. Andrea Bauer’s board membership (first term) expires on December 31st, 2022, and an ad will be submitted to The Tribune announcing the open position if she does not intend on serving a second term. Interested applicants may respond with a letter of interest to John Popp until October 26. Responses to the ad will then be a BOE consideration / decision at the November regular meeting.

&nbsp; &nbsp;F. Approval of BuyBoard Purchasing Cooperative &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; BuyBoard Purchasing Cooperative provides government agencies access to a wide range of vendors with pricing based on national volume levels. BuyBoard meets all state bid laws and meets state procurement requirements. The administration recommends approval of joining the BuyBoard Cooperative Purchasing group free to Kansas Association of School Boards (KASB) members.

&nbsp; &nbsp;G. High School Track Turf Replacement &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; The artificial turf and track at GBHS Memorial Stadium have served the district well, lasted beyond the expected use life, and are in need of replacement. The district will begin the process of gathering information and seeking bids to replace both.&nbsp;

6. ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT / CURRICULUM REPORT&nbsp;

&nbsp; &nbsp;A. Curriculum Day &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Curriculum day on October 3 focused on Capturing Kids Hearts “Recharge” training to reinforce practices to build better teacher and student relationships. Stronger relationships help teachers help students who have experienced or are experiencing trauma.

&nbsp; &nbsp;B. Kansas Education Systems Accreditation (KESA) &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; USD 428 is in year four of the five-year cycle. The district continues with goals of focusing on Rigor and Relationships across the district. USD 428 will continue in the process with the outside validation team (OVT) selected last year.

&nbsp; &nbsp;C. Adoption Updates: &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; This year, the 7-12 Math adoption is in the process of piloting new programs. Mrs. Reiser will provide an update on these rotations.

&nbsp; &nbsp;D. Public School Works training &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; The Public School Works program automatically assigns annual state and federally-mandated training courses to our staff in an online testing format. Staff members have completed over 10,000 training modules ranging from fire extinguisher safety to suicide prevention and continue to do a fantastic job completing the assigned pieces of training on time.

&nbsp; &nbsp;E. Personnel Report &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Recruiting quality teachers for the 2023-24 school year has already begun, with upcoming recruiting fairs scheduled for either online or virtual recruiting. In addition, new teachers graduating in December will be considered for employment now for positions currently filled by long-term substitute teachers until a permanent job is available.

&nbsp; &nbsp;F. Curriculum Meetings &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; § Curriculum Steering Committee: minutes 9/6/22, next meeting 11/1/22 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; § Professional Development Council (PDC): minutes 10/3/22, next meeting 11/7/22

7. SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT &nbsp; &nbsp;A. Kansans Can Star Recognition &nbsp; &nbsp;B. KASB Work Session Update &nbsp; &nbsp;C. Bus Safety Week, October 17-21, 2022, “Red Lights Mean STOP” &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; § Proclamation by the Governor &nbsp; &nbsp;D. Anti-Bullying Awareness Month &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; § October is a month-long event to prevent childhood bullying and promote kindness, acceptance, and inclusion. &nbsp; &nbsp;E. Approval of Grants / Contributions (Attachment 7,E)

9. CONSENT AGENDA &nbsp; &nbsp;A. Approval of BOE Meeting Minutes [September 12, and September 29, 2022] &nbsp; &nbsp;B. Bills and Financial Reports &nbsp; &nbsp;C. Personnel Report (none)

&nbsp; &nbsp;The Board of Education will go into executive session. No action is expected after the session. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; “Madam President, I move that the Board go into executive session to discuss internet security audit pursuant to the exception under KOMA for school security matters to ensure the security of the district Information System is not jeopardized. The open meeting will resume in the Board room at __:__ P.M.”

11. UPCOMING MEETING DATES &nbsp; &nbsp;•No School: October 14 (Teacher Grading/Collab) and October 21 &nbsp; &nbsp;•BOE Luncheon Meeting: at noon on October 26, at Eisenhower Elementary School &nbsp; &nbsp;•Annual KASB Convention: on November 11-13, 2022, in Wichita, KS

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 </figure>USD 428 Board of Education meeting Oct. 10 - 5 p.m. District Education Center, 201 South Patton RoadAgenda1. CALL TO ORDER1.1 Roll Call1.2 Adoption of Agenda1.3 Recognition of Visitors1.4 Request to Speak Reminder &nbsp; &nbsp;· Persons may present ideas or concerns regarding USD 428. The Board will take no action at this meeting. Such items will be referred to the appropriate administrator(s) for future information and researched and reported back to the Board at a later meeting. Personalities and behavior of employees are not to be presented during this period but are to be reported to the employee’s immediate supervisor. The president shall determine the amount of time to be spent for citizen participation.1.5 Citizen’s Open Forum2. RECOGNITIONS / ACHIEVEMENTS / PRESENTATIONS &nbsp; &nbsp;· None3. COMMUNICATIONS &nbsp; &nbsp;· Board Members’ Comments &nbsp; &nbsp;· USD 428 Education Foundation &nbsp; &nbsp;· Written Communications / Correspondence4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS &nbsp; &nbsp;A. CMAR Update &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Todd Dumler, Project Manager for McCownGordon Construction, will provide an update on the planning phase and construction timeline for the District Operations Facility located at 625 10th St. The facility was purchased in January 2022 to house the Transportation and Food Service Departments. USD 428 hired McCownGordon Construction as the district’s Construction Manager at Risk in March.&nbsp; &nbsp;B. Approval of Title VI B (3-21) and VI B (3-5) Early Childhood Flow-Through Budget Application &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; The public was notified of the Title VI B and VI B ECH budget, which covers salaries for licensed special education staff salaries is required. The 2022-2023 application amounts to $1,073,286 for Title VI B pass-through funds ($24,041 higher than the prior-year) and $40,174 for ECH ($840 lower than the prior-year). The budget application was available for public review at the Barton County Cooperative of Special Education for thirty days. The administration recommends approval.5. NEW BUSINESS&nbsp; &nbsp;A. Secondary Math Sequence Changes &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; The High School and Middle School math departments have come together to propose changes to the course offerings available to middle school students. The teachers and principals will present their data and proposal to the Board. The administration recommends this to be a First Reading, with action at the November 14 meeting.&nbsp; &nbsp;B. Approval for purchase of Computers &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; The district has a rotation cycle for electronic purchases to maintain up-to-date technology. Computers are on a five-year rotation, and Chromebooks are on a three-year rotation. At this time, the administration requests BOE approval for the following purchase.&nbsp; &nbsp;C. KASB Delegate Assembly &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; The KASB Delegate Assembly is the Annual Business Meeting of the Association. Each KASB member entity assigns a voting delegate at the assembly to vote on behalf of their local Board of Education regarding legislative priorities for 2022. Voting delegates will select a KASB President-Elect Designee, vote on proposed changes to the KASB Constitution and our Legislative Positions and Priorities, which guide the association’s legislative effors. Jacquie Disque, President, will be registered as the USD 428 Delegate, and Aaron Emerson, Vice President, will be the alternate. The Delegate Assembly is on November 11 (in–person and virtual). A link will be sent from KASB to Delegates to submit their electronic vote.&nbsp; &nbsp;D. Approval of Local Consolidated Plan Allocation &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; The 2022-2023 Local Consolidated Plan (LCP) amounts total $1,039,902, which compares to a prior-year total of $1,070,289. The administration asks board approval to make state and federal program allocations for 2022-2023. Programs with the allocated amounts are listed below. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Title I Improving Education Programs $ 765,028 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Title II A Supporting Effective Instruction $ 110,441 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Title III English Learner and Immigrant Programs $ 47,322 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Title IVA Grants for Student Support/Academic Enrichment $ 48,861 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Title I Part C Migrant $ 68,250 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Total $1,039,902&nbsp; &nbsp;E. GB Recreation Commission Board Representative &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; The GB Recreation Commission board is comprised of five members representing the city, school, and recreation commission. Members serve four-year terms and may serve two consecutive four-year terms. Andrea Bauer’s board membership (first term) expires on December 31st, 2022, and an ad will be submitted to The Tribune announcing the open position if she does not intend on serving a second term. Interested applicants may respond with a letter of interest to John Popp until October 26. Responses to the ad will then be a BOE consideration / decision at the November regular meeting.&nbsp; &nbsp;F. Approval of BuyBoard Purchasing Cooperative &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; BuyBoard Purchasing Cooperative provides government agencies access to a wide range of vendors with pricing based on national volume levels. BuyBoard meets all state bid laws and meets state procurement requirements. The administration recommends approval of joining the BuyBoard Cooperative Purchasing group free to Kansas Association of School Boards (KASB) members.&nbsp; &nbsp;G. High School Track Turf Replacement &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; The artificial turf and track at GBHS Memorial Stadium have served the district well, lasted beyond the expected use life, and are in need of replacement. The district will begin the process of gathering information and seeking bids to replace both.&nbsp; 6. ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT / CURRICULUM REPORT&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;A. Curriculum Day &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Curriculum day on October 3 focused on Capturing Kids Hearts “Recharge” training to reinforce practices to build better teacher and student relationships. Stronger relationships help teachers help students who have experienced or are experiencing trauma.&nbsp; &nbsp;B. Kansas Education Systems Accreditation (KESA) &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; USD 428 is in year four of the five-year cycle. The district continues with goals of focusing on Rigor and Relationships across the district. USD 428 will continue in the process with the outside validation team (OVT) selected last year.&nbsp; &nbsp;C. Adoption Updates: &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; This year, the 7-12 Math adoption is in the process of piloting new programs. Mrs. Reiser will provide an update on these rotations.&nbsp; &nbsp;D. Public School Works training &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; The Public School Works program automatically assigns annual state and federally-mandated training courses to our staff in an online testing format. Staff members have completed over 10,000 training modules ranging from fire extinguisher safety to suicide prevention and continue to do a fantastic job completing the assigned pieces of training on time.&nbsp; &nbsp;E. Personnel Report &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Recruiting quality teachers for the 2023-24 school year has already begun, with upcoming recruiting fairs scheduled for either online or virtual recruiting. In addition, new teachers graduating in December will be considered for employment now for positions currently filled by long-term substitute teachers until a permanent job is available.&nbsp; &nbsp;F. Curriculum Meetings &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; § Curriculum Steering Committee: minutes 9/6/22, next meeting 11/1/22 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; § Professional Development Council (PDC): minutes 10/3/22, next meeting 11/7/227. SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT &nbsp; &nbsp;A. Kansans Can Star Recognition &nbsp; &nbsp;B. KASB Work Session Update &nbsp; &nbsp;C. Bus Safety Week, October 17-21, 2022, “Red Lights Mean STOP” &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; § Proclamation by the Governor &nbsp; &nbsp;D. Anti-Bullying Awareness Month &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; § October is a month-long event to prevent childhood bullying and promote kindness, acceptance, and inclusion. &nbsp; &nbsp;E. Approval of Grants / Contributions (Attachment 7,E)8. FINANCIAL PRESENTATION9. CONSENT AGENDA &nbsp; &nbsp;A. Approval of BOE Meeting Minutes [September 12, and September 29, 2022] &nbsp; &nbsp;B. Bills and Financial Reports &nbsp; &nbsp;C. Personnel Report (none)10. EXECUTIVE SESSION&nbsp; &nbsp;The Board of Education will go into executive session. No action is expected after the session. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; “Madam President, I move that the Board go into executive session to discuss internet security audit pursuant to the exception under KOMA for school security matters to ensure the security of the district Information System is not jeopardized. The open meeting will resume in the Board room at __:__ P.M.”11. UPCOMING MEETING DATES &nbsp; &nbsp;•No School: October 14 (Teacher Grading/Collab) and October 21 &nbsp; &nbsp;•BOE Luncheon Meeting: at noon on October 26, at Eisenhower Elementary School &nbsp; &nbsp;•Annual KASB Convention: on November 11-13, 2022, in Wichita, KS12. ADJOURNMENT

USD 428 school board meeting agenda (10/10)

October may be the busiest month for Great Bend firefighters. On top of Fire Prevention Week, which runs from Oct. 9-15 this year, the firefighters are also preparing for their 17th annual spaghetti feed fundraiser on Nov. 3 at the Knights of Columbus in Great Bend. 

"It's our big fundraiser for our social and charity fund," said GBFD Captain Matt Petersen. "With that, we've helped sponsor honor flights, we all really like to promote and donate to Kans for Kids, we think that's a great organization. It funds our charitable donations and things we do with the community."

The Great Chicago Fire of 1871 killed approximately 300 people and led to the creation of Fire Prevention Week, which celebrates its 100th anniversary this year. This year's theme of "Fire Won't Wait, Plan your Escape," reflects the importance of making an escape plan, and the extra danger of plastics and hydrocarbons in most homes that burn much faster than materials of the past. New evidence suggests, in the event of a fire, a person has no more than two minutes after a smoke alarm goes off to safely exit the structure. Engineer Garrett Tindall said it's important to make plans both at home and at work.

"You don't think of an emergency happening there, but it absolutely can and it does," he said. "When that happens, you need to be prepared as to how to act and what to do and stay calm in that situation. If you don't have a plan, you're not going to stay that way."

The firefighters will once again visit all preschool and kindergarten classes in Great Bend, and all K-6 students will see a fire prevention skit at the Great Bend Auditorium. This year's skit will feature a professional wrestling theme. The skit will be fun but Fire Prevention Week is all about education for both kids and adults. Petersen reminded families to do the small things.

"Check the safety equipment that's there to help you," he said. "Everybody should have a smoke detector in their house. It does you no good if the battery is not good. Make sure you check it once a month and change the battery once a year."

Contact firefighters at either Great Bend station to purchase tickets for the spaghetti feed on Nov. 3, from 5-7 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus. Tickets are $7 for the meal, and raffle tickets for prizes to be determined, will sell for $1.

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 </figure>By MIKE COURSON Great Bend PostOctober may be the busiest month for Great Bend firefighters. On top of Fire Prevention Week, which runs from Oct. 9-15 this year, the firefighters are also preparing for their 17th annual spaghetti feed fundraiser on Nov. 3 at the Knights of Columbus in Great Bend. "It's our big fundraiser for our social and charity fund," said GBFD Captain Matt Petersen. "With that, we've helped sponsor honor flights, we all really like to promote and donate to Kans for Kids, we think that's a great organization. It funds our charitable donations and things we do with the community."The Great Chicago Fire of 1871 killed approximately 300 people and led to the creation of Fire Prevention Week, which celebrates its 100th anniversary this year. This year's theme of "Fire Won't Wait, Plan your Escape," reflects the importance of making an escape plan, and the extra danger of plastics and hydrocarbons in most homes that burn much faster than materials of the past. New evidence suggests, in the event of a fire, a person has no more than two minutes after a smoke alarm goes off to safely exit the structure. Engineer Garrett Tindall said it's important to make plans both at home and at work."You don't think of an emergency happening there, but it absolutely can and it does," he said. "When that happens, you need to be prepared as to how to act and what to do and stay calm in that situation. If you don't have a plan, you're not going to stay that way."The firefighters will once again visit all preschool and kindergarten classes in Great Bend, and all K-6 students will see a fire prevention skit at the Great Bend Auditorium. This year's skit will feature a professional wrestling theme. The skit will be fun but Fire Prevention Week is all about education for both kids and adults. Petersen reminded families to do the small things."Check the safety equipment that's there to help you," he said. "Everybody should have a smoke detector in their house. It does you no good if the battery is not good. Make sure you check it once a month and change the battery once a year."Contact firefighters at either Great Bend station to purchase tickets for the spaghetti feed on Nov. 3, from 5-7 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus. Tickets are $7 for the meal, and raffle tickets for prizes to be determined, will sell for $1.

Great Bend firefighters busy educating, prepping for spaghetti feed

10/7 BOOKED: Christian Folkers on Barton County District Court case for Driving Under the Influence, bond set at $1,000 C/S.

BOOKED: Lindsay Perez on Barton County District Court warrant for Possession of a Controlled Substance and Possession of Paraphernalia, bond set at $1,000 C/S.

BOOKED: Michael Stevenson on Barton County District Court warrant for Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance and Possession of Paraphernalia, bond set at $1,000 C/S.

BOOKED: Virginia Lang on Stafford County District Court warrant for Probation Violation, bond set at $10,000 C/S.

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

BOOKED: Eduardo Torres on Barton County District Court warrant for Contempt of Court, no bond.

BOOKED: Sharr Hamby on Central Kansas Community Corrections case, to serve sentence.

BOOKED: Jason Battaglear on three Barton County District Court warrants for Probation Violation, total bond set at $20,000 C/S.

RELEASED: Christian Folkers on Barton County District Court case for Driving Under the Influence, after posting $1,000 surety bond through Ace Bail Bonds.

RELEASED: Lindsay Perez on Barton County District Court warrant for Possession of a Controlled Substance and Possession of Paraphernalia, after posting $1,000 surety bond through Ace Bail Bonds.

RELEASED: Michael Stevenson on Barton County District Court warrant for Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance and Possession of Paraphernalia, after posting $1,000 surety bond through Ace Bail Bonds.

RELEASED: Juvenile on Barton County District Court warrant for Probation Violation, transported to outside agency.

RELEASED: Gefferey Palacio on four Barton County District Court warrants, after time served.

RELEASED: Daylan Sherwood on Barton County District Court case for Probation Violation, after time served.

RELEASED: Melbra Orr on Great Bend Municipal Court case for Battery, on 48-hour OR bond.

10/8 BOOKED: Keith Burke on Barton County District Court warrants for Failure to Appear and Probation Violation, no bond set; and on Barton County District Court case for Possession of Methamphetamine and Possession of Paraphernalia, bond set at $20,000 C/S.

BOOKED: Brandon Maxwell on Central Kansas Community Corrections Order of Incarceration, to serve sentence.

BOOKED: Craig Redden on Barton County District Court case for Domestic Battery, bond set at $2,500 C/S; and on three Barton County District Court warrants for Failure to Appear, no bond set on one, and $11,000 C/S on the other two.

RELEASED: Kelly Polzin on Barton County District Court case for Probation Violation, to serve sentence.

RELEASED: Michael Wheeler on two Barton County District Court warrants, to serve sentence.

10/9 BOOKED: Joshua Jackson on Hoisington Municipal Court case for Driving while Suspended, Illegal Tags, and No Proof of Insurance, bond set at $1,000 C/S.

RELEASED: Joshua Jackson on Hoisington Municipal Court case for Driving while Suspended, Illegal Tags, and No Proof of Insurance, after posting $1,000 surety bond through Ace Bail Bonds.

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 </figure>10/7 BOOKED: Christian Folkers on Barton County District Court case for Driving Under the Influence, bond set at $1,000 C/S.BOOKED: Lindsay Perez on Barton County District Court warrant for Possession of a Controlled Substance and Possession of Paraphernalia, bond set at $1,000 C/S.BOOKED: Michael Stevenson on Barton County District Court warrant for Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance and Possession of Paraphernalia, bond set at $1,000 C/S.BOOKED: Virginia Lang on Stafford County District Court warrant for Probation Violation, bond set at $10,000 C/S.BOOKED: Juvenile on Barton County District Court warrant for Probation Violation, no bond set.BOOKED: Eduardo Torres on Barton County District Court warrant for Contempt of Court, no bond.BOOKED: Sharr Hamby on Central Kansas Community Corrections case, to serve sentence.BOOKED: Jason Battaglear on three Barton County District Court warrants for Probation Violation, total bond set at $20,000 C/S.RELEASED: Christian Folkers on Barton County District Court case for Driving Under the Influence, after posting $1,000 surety bond through Ace Bail Bonds.RELEASED: Lindsay Perez on Barton County District Court warrant for Possession of a Controlled Substance and Possession of Paraphernalia, after posting $1,000 surety bond through Ace Bail Bonds.RELEASED: Michael Stevenson on Barton County District Court warrant for Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance and Possession of Paraphernalia, after posting $1,000 surety bond through Ace Bail Bonds.RELEASED: Juvenile on Barton County District Court warrant for Probation Violation, transported to outside agency.RELEASED: Gefferey Palacio on four Barton County District Court warrants, after time served.RELEASED: Daylan Sherwood on Barton County District Court case for Probation Violation, after time served.RELEASED: Melbra Orr on Great Bend Municipal Court case for Battery, on 48-hour OR bond.10/8 BOOKED: Keith Burke on Barton County District Court warrants for Failure to Appear and Probation Violation, no bond set; and on Barton County District Court case for Possession of Methamphetamine and Possession of Paraphernalia, bond set at $20,000 C/S.BOOKED: Brandon Maxwell on Central Kansas Community Corrections Order of Incarceration, to serve sentence.BOOKED: Craig Redden on Barton County District Court case for Domestic Battery, bond set at $2,500 C/S; and on three Barton County District Court warrants for Failure to Appear, no bond set on one, and $11,000 C/S on the other two.RELEASED: Kelly Polzin on Barton County District Court case for Probation Violation, to serve sentence.RELEASED: Michael Wheeler on two Barton County District Court warrants, to serve sentence.10/9 BOOKED: Joshua Jackson on Hoisington Municipal Court case for Driving while Suspended, Illegal Tags, and No Proof of Insurance, bond set at $1,000 C/S.RELEASED: Joshua Jackson on Hoisington Municipal Court case for Driving while Suspended, Illegal Tags, and No Proof of Insurance, after posting $1,000 surety bond through Ace Bail Bonds.

Barton County Sheriff's Booking Activity (10/7 -10/9)

Pets are supposed to provide comfort. That's especially true of therapy pets, whether they be the typical cat or dog or the less common therapy snake or chicken. One dog in Great Bend is helping young readers. Since 2018, Glenn Schraeder and Luna the Burnese mountain dog have helped turn many young students into more confident readers.

Schraeder had worked with a previous therapy dog that was approaching retirement several years ago. He knew he wanted to continue doing therapy work and began looking for the perfect pet. Burnese mountain dogs are originally from Switzerland, and a full-size male can pull up to 1,000 pounds.

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 </figure>By MIKE COURSON Great Bend PostPets are supposed to provide comfort. That's especially true of therapy pets, whether they be the typical cat or dog or the less common therapy snake or chicken. One dog in Great Bend is helping young readers. Since 2018, Glenn Schraeder and Luna the Burnese mountain dog have helped turn many young students into more confident readers.Schraeder had worked with a previous therapy dog that was approaching retirement several years ago. He knew he wanted to continue doing therapy work and began looking for the perfect pet. Burnese mountain dogs are originally from Switzerland, and a full-size male can pull up to 1,000 pounds."We made the decision to pick out a dog that might be capable of doing that," he said. "In the process, we probably looked at six or eight different breeds of dogs and narrowed it down to Luna."Therapy dogs are often personal pets that have been trained to go into nursing homes, hospitals, and reading programs like those at Great Bend Public Library. Schraeder opted to train Luna himself so the pair could strike a true bond.<figure>
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 </figure>"I always believed training your own dog is a little bit better than taking it to a trainer because there are so many quirks that you have - hand signals or your eyes are twitching," Schraeder said. "It's always best, I think, if you train your dog yourself. Once that process went through, there was a pretty extensive study course I had to do online for Pet Partners. After that was all done, we had to go for an evaluation."Washington-based Pet Partners is an international leader in the field of demonstrating and promoting the wellness benefits of animal-assisted therapy. The organization put Glenna and Luna through a rigorous evaluation of some 20-30 qualities to determine if the duo would make an effective therapy team."Through the evaluation, they not only evaluate me, they evaluate Luna, and they evaluate how we interact together," said Schraeder. "Once that process was done, we were registered with them and able to go out and do some work."The results now speak for themselves. Glenna and Luna, now 7 years old, were recently featured in a story by Pet Partners, and Great Bend Public Library Assistant Director Amy Mayhill said they are very welcome guests."The library cherishes Luna and Glenn and their willingness to give of their time to encourage children to read, and read in a safe environment," Mayhill said. "We are very fortunate to have them in Great Bend."The Pet Partners feature includes some stories about local readers, including a fifth-grader who did not like to read out loud because she did not know all the words. She began reading aloud to Luna, who does not judge. The mother of another young reader said her daughter could never sit still long enough to finish an entire book - until she started reading with Luna. Another girl checked out books and practiced at home ahead of time so she could read well with Luna."You always have a bunch of kids that are just gung ho to come in and read to Luna, but there's always that one kid standing in the background you have to entice to come in there and read out loud to Luna," Schraeder said. "A lot of kids don't like reading out loud, and it's an opportunity for them to do that. When you look at those five, six, eight, 10 stories, we're visiting over 800 people a month right now. Those are really the special stories."Glenn and Luna also make stops at Clara Barton Hospital and some area nursing homes. Luna is usually at the Great Bend Public Library from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. each Thursday, but will be taking a few weeks off in October.<figure>
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 </figure>“She offers a short but meaningful break from routines in
nursing homes with many reminiscing about all their dogs in their lives,”
Schraeder said. “At hospitals, she helps patients and people in the waiting
rooms forget for a second about their problems. She also loves to interrupt
therapy sessions to give those people a short break. When done there, we will
visit the staff."