The
drought monitor report as of Tuesday, May 31 indicated an improvement of
conditions.&nbsp; The part of our area that
was in extreme drought improved to severe and the severe drought improved to
moderate drought.&nbsp; There wasn’t much
improvement for the western third of the state.&nbsp;
The rains from this past week aren’t reflected in this report.&nbsp; It will take well-above normal precipitation
to improve things and prevent a worsening of drought conditions.&nbsp; The six to ten-day outlook (June 7 to 11) indicates
a 40 to 60 chance of below normal temperatures and 33 to 40% chance of above
normal precipitation.&nbsp; The eight to fourteen-day
outlook (June 9 to 15) indicates a 33 to 50% chance of below normal temperatures
and near normal precipitation.&nbsp; The
temperatures and precipitation will help our spring planted crops and should
decrease evaporative loss due to heat.&nbsp;
The forecast for the month of June is for equal chances of above or
below normal temperatures with normal to slight above normal precipitation.&nbsp; 

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Weather has certainly taken center
stage not just around here but across the globe with extreme weather
events.&nbsp; We hear much about need to cope
but what about plants.&nbsp; Although tis concerns
our common crop plants, it applies to many native plants as well.

·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Our
primary agricultural crops here are annuals.&nbsp;
They complete their life cycle in one growing season.&nbsp; They are further divided into winter annuals
(wheat and canola) and summer annuals (corn, soybeans, etc.) and you can look
at them as cool and warm season plants.

·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Our
crop plants don’t understand they are here for us.&nbsp; Their goal in life, the goal of all life, is
to produce more life.&nbsp; For plants that is
seed production.&nbsp; They will do everything
they can to produce as much seed as possible under given conditions to
perpetuate the species.&nbsp; Since they can
move, how do they do their best to produce seed?

·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Plants
respond to three weather/climate factors – temperature, sunlight, and
moisture.&nbsp; How they respond depends on
the type of plant.

·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Temperature
– to germinate, summer annuals need a minimum soil temperature which varies by
the species.&nbsp; Winter annuals germinating
in the late summer/early fall don’t face this challenge.&nbsp; Second, within limits, plants grow faster the
warmer the temperature.&nbsp; Their growth
stage, especially for corn and grain sorghum, is tied to the accumulation of
heat.&nbsp; Other crops are less sensitive but
are still heat dependent.&nbsp; Winter wheat
won’t flower until exposed to a period of cold to prevent flowering too early.

·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Sunlight
– flowering is also strongly dependent on daylength.&nbsp; Winter wheat not only needs cold but
increasing daylength to key changes to permit flowering so it won’t flower too
early as does winter canola.&nbsp; A crop like
soybeans planted here, not in the southern U.S. is keyed to flower through
decreasing daylength, as nights become longer.&nbsp;
This permits them to produce viable seed before the danger of a
frost.&nbsp; The level of sensitive depends on
the crop variety/hybrid and it’s area of origin (i.e. temperate vs. more
tropical climates.

·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Finally,
moisture – plants in order to produce some seed can do a variety of things
including aborting seeds and/or flowers.

Naturally, there is much
more but hopefully, this provides an idea.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/8/1596995818491.jpeg" alt="Barton Community College Agriculture Instructor Dr. Vic Martin" />
 <figcaption>Barton Community College Agriculture Instructor Dr. Vic Martin</figcaption>
 </figure>The
drought monitor report as of Tuesday, May 31 indicated an improvement of
conditions.&nbsp; The part of our area that
was in extreme drought improved to severe and the severe drought improved to
moderate drought.&nbsp; There wasn’t much
improvement for the western third of the state.&nbsp;
The rains from this past week aren’t reflected in this report.&nbsp; It will take well-above normal precipitation
to improve things and prevent a worsening of drought conditions.&nbsp; The six to ten-day outlook (June 7 to 11) indicates
a 40 to 60 chance of below normal temperatures and 33 to 40% chance of above
normal precipitation.&nbsp; The eight to fourteen-day
outlook (June 9 to 15) indicates a 33 to 50% chance of below normal temperatures
and near normal precipitation.&nbsp; The
temperatures and precipitation will help our spring planted crops and should
decrease evaporative loss due to heat.&nbsp;
The forecast for the month of June is for equal chances of above or
below normal temperatures with normal to slight above normal precipitation.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Weather has certainly taken center
stage not just around here but across the globe with extreme weather
events.&nbsp; We hear much about need to cope
but what about plants.&nbsp; Although tis concerns
our common crop plants, it applies to many native plants as well.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Our
primary agricultural crops here are annuals.&nbsp;
They complete their life cycle in one growing season.&nbsp; They are further divided into winter annuals
(wheat and canola) and summer annuals (corn, soybeans, etc.) and you can look
at them as cool and warm season plants.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Our
crop plants don’t understand they are here for us.&nbsp; Their goal in life, the goal of all life, is
to produce more life.&nbsp; For plants that is
seed production.&nbsp; They will do everything
they can to produce as much seed as possible under given conditions to
perpetuate the species.&nbsp; Since they can
move, how do they do their best to produce seed?·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Plants
respond to three weather/climate factors – temperature, sunlight, and
moisture.&nbsp; How they respond depends on
the type of plant.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Temperature
– to germinate, summer annuals need a minimum soil temperature which varies by
the species.&nbsp; Winter annuals germinating
in the late summer/early fall don’t face this challenge.&nbsp; Second, within limits, plants grow faster the
warmer the temperature.&nbsp; Their growth
stage, especially for corn and grain sorghum, is tied to the accumulation of
heat.&nbsp; Other crops are less sensitive but
are still heat dependent.&nbsp; Winter wheat
won’t flower until exposed to a period of cold to prevent flowering too early.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Sunlight
– flowering is also strongly dependent on daylength.&nbsp; Winter wheat not only needs cold but
increasing daylength to key changes to permit flowering so it won’t flower too
early as does winter canola.&nbsp; A crop like
soybeans planted here, not in the southern U.S. is keyed to flower through
decreasing daylength, as nights become longer.&nbsp;
This permits them to produce viable seed before the danger of a
frost.&nbsp; The level of sensitive depends on
the crop variety/hybrid and it’s area of origin (i.e. temperate vs. more
tropical climates.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Finally,
moisture – plants in order to produce some seed can do a variety of things
including aborting seeds and/or flowers.Naturally, there is much
more but hopefully, this provides an idea.

Barton Ag Instructor Dr. Vic Martin - How Annual Crops Cope With Weather

Great Bend City Council meeting June 6&nbsp; --&nbsp; 6:30 p.m. City Hall Council Chambers The council meeting will be livestreamed for the public to view on the city council Facebook page, http://www.facebook.com/gbcitycouncil/. OPENING: Pledge of Allegiance A. Consent Agenda B. Old Business C. Recognition of Visitors and Announcements &nbsp; &nbsp;The public is free to comment on items not listed on the agenda. Comments should be limited to to three minutes. D. New Business &nbsp; &nbsp;1. Councilmember Reports &nbsp; &nbsp;2. Administrator's Update &nbsp; &nbsp;3. Economic Development Report &nbsp; &nbsp;4. Profit Sharing Resolution &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Mission Square requires a council approved resolution to establish the new Uniformed First Responder Profit Sharing Plan. &nbsp; &nbsp;5. Abatements &nbsp; &nbsp;6. Sewer Tap Request - 405 Kiowa Road &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Isern Inc. submitted a plumbing permit application on behalf of Ronald Chrest who resides at 405 Kiowa Road to utilize the sanitary sewer when located outside the corporate city limits of Great Bend. &nbsp; &nbsp;7. Curb &amp; Gutter Improvements &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; The city put out a bid for the improvement of curb and gutter, two storm boxes, as well as three inlets and caps along 10th Street from Kiowa Road to Harrison Street. This includes both sides of the street. The original objective is to replace broken sections of curb and gutter along 10th Street. The city received two bids on the project. The qualified bidder was L&amp;M Contractors for a price of $147,425. &nbsp; &nbsp;8. John Deere Motor Grader &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Motion to approve the purchase of a Motor Grader from Murphy Tractor for $159,500. ADJOURNMENT Following the meeting, the city council will conduct a work session to discuss 2023 agency budget requests and city projects.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/4/1585774044357.jpeg" alt="" />
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 </figure>Great Bend City Council meeting June 6&nbsp; --&nbsp; 6:30 p.m. City Hall Council Chambers The council meeting will be livestreamed for the public to view on the city council Facebook page, http://www.facebook.com/gbcitycouncil/. OPENING: Pledge of Allegiance A. Consent Agenda B. Old Business C. Recognition of Visitors and Announcements &nbsp; &nbsp;The public is free to comment on items not listed on the agenda. Comments should be limited to to three minutes. D. New Business &nbsp; &nbsp;1. Councilmember Reports &nbsp; &nbsp;2. Administrator's Update &nbsp; &nbsp;3. Economic Development Report &nbsp; &nbsp;4. Profit Sharing Resolution &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Mission Square requires a council approved resolution to establish the new Uniformed First Responder Profit Sharing Plan. &nbsp; &nbsp;5. Abatements &nbsp; &nbsp;6. Sewer Tap Request - 405 Kiowa Road &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Isern Inc. submitted a plumbing permit application on behalf of Ronald Chrest who resides at 405 Kiowa Road to utilize the sanitary sewer when located outside the corporate city limits of Great Bend. &nbsp; &nbsp;7. Curb &amp; Gutter Improvements &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; The city put out a bid for the improvement of curb and gutter, two storm boxes, as well as three inlets and caps along 10th Street from Kiowa Road to Harrison Street. This includes both sides of the street. The original objective is to replace broken sections of curb and gutter along 10th Street. The city received two bids on the project. The qualified bidder was L&amp;M Contractors for a price of $147,425. &nbsp; &nbsp;8. John Deere Motor Grader &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Motion to approve the purchase of a Motor Grader from Murphy Tractor for $159,500. ADJOURNMENT Following the meeting, the city council will conduct a work session to discuss 2023 agency budget requests and city projects.

Great Bend City Council meeting agenda (6/6)

CHENEY, Kan. — After falling by as much as two feet during the recent dry spell, Cheney Reservoir is back up to normal levels.

According to the Army Corps of Engineers, the lake is at 1,421 feet above sea level. With the recent rainfall, the lake could rise a little in the coming weeks. The lake can gain about eight more feet to the top of the floodway which last occurred in 2019, when the lake reached a record level of 1,430 feet above sea level. In 2013, the lake fell to a record low of just 1,412 or nine feet below normal levels.

The lake should continue to fill as more rain is in the forecast for most of next week.

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 </figure>CHENEY, Kan. — After falling by as much as two feet during the recent dry spell, Cheney Reservoir is back up to normal levels.According to the Army Corps of Engineers, the lake is at 1,421 feet above sea level. With the recent rainfall, the lake could rise a little in the coming weeks. The lake can gain about eight more feet to the top of the floodway which last occurred in 2019, when the lake reached a record level of 1,430 feet above sea level. In 2013, the lake fell to a record low of just 1,412 or nine feet below normal levels.The lake should continue to fill as more rain is in the forecast for most of next week.

Cheney Reservoir filling up again

Happy Hour is on Wheatland Electric this Wednesday, June 8. 

Wheatland is hosting the Great Bend Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours at Dry Lake Brewing 4 p .m. -7 p.m.&nbsp;

There will be a taco bar, signature drinks, door prizes, giveaways and a grand prize for a party of eight.

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 </figure>Happy Hour is on Wheatland Electric this Wednesday, June 8. Wheatland is hosting the Great Bend Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours at Dry Lake Brewing 4 p .m. -7 p.m.&nbsp;There will be a taco bar, signature drinks, door prizes, giveaways and a grand prize for a party of eight.

Happy Hour is on Wheatland Electric this Wednesday

By COLE REIF Great Bend Post

As the filing deadline passed last week, citizens saw a five-person race
for the District 1 position on the Barton County Commission. Hoisington resident
Rick Nulton is the latest person to announce his candidacy. 
When Kenny Schremmer passed away, Kirby Krier was voted to serve the remaining
two years of Schremmer’s term on the commission in December 2020. Nulton was
one of the eight nominations, along with Krier, that sought the commission
seat at that time. Nulton has been thinking about running for the commission since that
time. 
"I had to ask myself, 'Do I have the right stuff?'" said Nulton. "What does it take to be a good and effective county commissioner? I believe I have the communication skills and I know have the business background. Really, Barton County is one huge business. I think that's where my strengths could come into play." 
Nulton is retired and served as the general manager for Eagle Radio in Great
Bend for 29 years. He is a 1971 graduate of Hoisington High School and 1975
graduate of Fort Hays State University. 
"The commissioners deal with an annual budget," said Nulton. "There's multiple departments and employees. You want everyone to succeed and have a job they enjoy. My job would be to do my best. Be an overseer and make sure we do our damnedest to stick to the budget." 
Each seat up for election in 2022 on the Barton County Commission is contested.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Disclosure: Eagle Radio of Great Bend owns and operates Great Bend Post.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/6/1654277302973.jpeg" alt="Rick Nulton" />
 <figcaption>Rick Nulton</figcaption>
 </figure>By COLE REIF Great Bend PostAs the filing deadline passed last week, citizens saw a five-person race
for the District 1 position on the Barton County Commission. Hoisington resident
Rick Nulton is the latest person to announce his candidacy. 
When Kenny Schremmer passed away, Kirby Krier was voted to serve the remaining
two years of Schremmer’s term on the commission in December 2020. Nulton was
one of the eight nominations, along with Krier, that sought the commission
seat at that time. Nulton has been thinking about running for the commission since that
time. 
"I had to ask myself, 'Do I have the right stuff?'" said Nulton. "What does it take to be a good and effective county commissioner? I believe I have the communication skills and I know have the business background. Really, Barton County is one huge business. I think that's where my strengths could come into play." 
Nulton is retired and served as the general manager for Eagle Radio in Great
Bend for 29 years. He is a 1971 graduate of Hoisington High School and 1975
graduate of Fort Hays State University. 
"The commissioners deal with an annual budget," said Nulton. "There's multiple departments and employees. You want everyone to succeed and have a job they enjoy. My job would be to do my best. Be an overseer and make sure we do our damnedest to stick to the budget." 
Each seat up for election in 2022 on the Barton County Commission is contested.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Disclosure: Eagle Radio of Great Bend owns and operates Great Bend Post.

Nulton adds his name to Barton Co. Commission race

Last fall, the Stafford County Childcare Committee formed to identify
the childcare need within the county and how to address the issue. The
committee determined there is a need for daycare services for 70-100
children in Stafford County. 

Nearby Edwards County has experienced success in
securing locations to rotate providers to run their business out of a building.


Stafford County Economic Development Director Kathleen Norman said the City of
St. John committed $65,000 to bring in a modular classroom building to allow
two providers to operate a daycare. The modular would create 18 new slots for
children in need of daycare. "Some people don't or can't provide daycare out of their home," said Norman. "So there needs to be a different location. This will be more sustainable. There is ownership of the building and some of the key assets that are provided. It creates more stability when people decide not to provide daycare anymore." 
Stafford County contributed $55,000 to help construct the concrete footings,
anchor the modular into place, add decks and skirting and meet Kansas
Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) guidelines. 
Norman said there are only two licensed daycare providers in St. John. 
Child Care Aware of Kansas connects parents, providers, businesses and local
and state leaders to information and ideas to take action to produce child
care. Norman said Child Care Aware informed the Stafford County Commission that
if the county could meet their daycare needs, more than $1 million would go
back into the local economy. "Currently, there are people not in the workforce that could be in the workforce," said Norman. "Childcare supports all industries. Generally, we see younger families needing two people working. Oftentimes, you need two people working and they need childcare in order to pay the bills and live in our area." 
Norman stated the local childcare committee is working with other Stafford
County towns, such as Macksville and Stafford, to address daycare needs.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Here are some of the key learnings from the county-wide Child Care Needs Assessment conducted last fall:

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/6/1654115419950.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>By COLE REIF Great Bend PostLast fall, the Stafford County Childcare Committee formed to identify
the childcare need within the county and how to address the issue. The
committee determined there is a need for daycare services for 70-100
children in Stafford County. Nearby Edwards County has experienced success in
securing locations to rotate providers to run their business out of a building.
Stafford County Economic Development Director Kathleen Norman said the City of
St. John committed $65,000 to bring in a modular classroom building to allow
two providers to operate a daycare. The modular would create 18 new slots for
children in need of daycare. "Some people don't or can't provide daycare out of their home," said Norman. "So there needs to be a different location. This will be more sustainable. There is ownership of the building and some of the key assets that are provided. It creates more stability when people decide not to provide daycare anymore." 
Stafford County contributed $55,000 to help construct the concrete footings,
anchor the modular into place, add decks and skirting and meet Kansas
Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) guidelines. 
Norman said there are only two licensed daycare providers in St. John. 
Child Care Aware of Kansas connects parents, providers, businesses and local
and state leaders to information and ideas to take action to produce child
care. Norman said Child Care Aware informed the Stafford County Commission that
if the county could meet their daycare needs, more than $1 million would go
back into the local economy. "Currently, there are people not in the workforce that could be in the workforce," said Norman. "Childcare supports all industries. Generally, we see younger families needing two people working. Oftentimes, you need two people working and they need childcare in order to pay the bills and live in our area." 
Norman stated the local childcare committee is working with other Stafford
County towns, such as Macksville and Stafford, to address daycare needs.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Here are some of the key learnings from the county-wide Child Care Needs Assessment conducted last fall:<ul>
 <li>70 – 100 children in the county need child care; meaning Stafford County could support 6 – 7 more daycares.</li><li>The biggest concentration of need is in St. John (70%).</li><li>40% of the need is for children 18 months and younger.</li><li>More than 70% of respondents would be able to return to work or extend their working hours which would increase household income by $30,000 a year or more.</li><li>The 5 most challenging needs related to child care are location, reliability, finding infant care, quality, and dependability.</li>
 </ul>

St. John, Stafford Co. addressing childcare needs with modular

The Great Bend school district recognized their 2022 perfect attendance bike winners on Friday, June 3.

Through community donors, all 29 elementary students who achieved perfect attendance in the 2021-2022 school year received a new bike.

The Pilot Club of Great Bend fitted each winner with a new helmet.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/6/1654268772510.jpeg" alt="Lincoln Elementary School bike winners for perfect attendance. (photos from USD 428)" />
 <figcaption>Lincoln Elementary School bike winners for perfect attendance. (photos from USD 428)</figcaption>
 </figure>The Great Bend school district recognized their 2022 perfect attendance bike winners on Friday, June 3.Through community donors, all 29 elementary students who achieved perfect attendance in the 2021-2022 school year received a new bike.The Pilot Club of Great Bend fitted each winner with a new helmet.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/6/1654268800277.jpeg" alt="Jefferson Elementary School bike winners for perfect attendance." />
 <figcaption>Jefferson Elementary School bike winners for perfect attendance.</figcaption>
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 <figcaption>Eisenhower Elementary School</figcaption>
 </figure><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/6/1654268858165.jpeg" alt="Park Elementary School&nbsp;" />
 <figcaption>Park Elementary School&nbsp;</figcaption>
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 <figcaption>Riley Elementary School</figcaption>
 </figure>

Great Bend students awarded bikes for perfect attendance

From the Great Bend Brit Spaugh Zoo...

Do you know why they're called Blue-tongued skinks?? Check out this close up of Archie's tongue (and also his excellent hunting skills)! It's believed their tongues are blue as a defense mechanism against predators.

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Bringing the Great Bend zoo to you

Bombers Baseball is in the middle of its 8th season of promoting the betterment of organized baseball in the Golden Belt area. 

Starting in 2015, there were 33, 7-8 year old children on three different teams that kicked off what has now become nine teams in nine different age groups. 

The 2022 season has definitely started with a bang as there have been a total of 13 tournament championships and 10 runner-up finishes amongst the eight teams that have started.&nbsp; 

This weekend, June 4-5, features seven of the nine teams at a home tournament that will take place at the Great Bend Sports Complex or Veterans Fields depending on the age group. For tournament action and game times follow Bombers Baseball on Facebook @Gbbombersyouthbaseball or see all results on the Gamechanger app.

15u – Coach Chris Umphres – Team members include: Jace Schartz, Lane French, Owen Kaiser, Carson Umphres, Slade Mohr, Hunter Herrman, Drew Hansen, JJ Grove, Peyden Oelger, Campbell Coleman and Wrikin Scobee.

14u – Coach Rex Kern – Team members include: Daxton Minton, Jaxon Wondra, Jacob Hall, Max Heilman, Koehn Ribordy, Trenton Kern, Kale Kern, Trey Milsap, Collin Saffa, Tavon Stroup, Ian Premer and substitute Hayden Kelly.

13u – Coach Todd Gilkison – Team members include: Sebastian Bujanda, Zach Hart, Kobe Crawford, Gavin Gilkison, Alex Alcala, Rafael Chavez, Cohen Gunn, Trace Tudor, Banks Jacobs and Landon Charles.

12u – Coach Zack Kaiser – Team members include: Jaden Prilling, Cal Schartz, Braxton Richter, Maxx Steffan, Alec Premer, Gavin Wondra, Noah Kaiser, Cade Coleman, Spencer Brown, Drake Martin and Gage Grove.

11u – Coach Brian Dreiling – Team members include: Carter Dreiling, Kellan Chansler, Julian Hernandez, Christian Alcala, Kade Thexton, Jakoby Council, Brayden Herrman, KJ Cell, Carter Schmidt, Jayden Crawford and Keaton Cass.

10u – Coach Kenton Meyer – Team members include – Cohen Haberman, Reid Urban, Julian Montez, Kason Stone, Brody Braymer, Kamden Wood, Jordy Meyer, Breck Stroup, Aiden Graves, Liam Tolan and Colton Staudinger.

9u – Coach Kris Sundahl – Team members include: Sebastian Linenberger, Brady Karlin, Sakston Herrera, Blake Mazouch, Dylan Sundahl, Carter Deiser, Jacoby Chrest, Conner Schwamborn, Jackson Schwamborn, Kamden Murphy, and Westin Meyer.

8u – Coach Clint Pangburn – Team members include: Easton Pangburn, Camryn Gaddis, Jagger Maciel, Kade Chansler, Aldo Council, Jaxon Pelster, Colson Kelly, Cooper Dreiling, Zander Holinde, Wyatt Holquin, Max Trujillo, and Diego Perez.

6-7u – Coach Rich Baskerville – Team members include: Nolan Chrest, RJ Baskerville, Landon Becker, Felix Hernandez, Grant Pelster, Callan Herrera, Cohen Herrera, Colin Stroup, Gabriel Ringo, Rowley Burkes, Jase Palser, and Crew Wells.

Each of the teams will continue action through the middle of July.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/6/1654273091482.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Bombers Baseball is in the middle of its 8th season of promoting the betterment of organized baseball in the Golden Belt area. Starting in 2015, there were 33, 7-8 year old children on three different teams that kicked off what has now become nine teams in nine different age groups. The 2022 season has definitely started with a bang as there have been a total of 13 tournament championships and 10 runner-up finishes amongst the eight teams that have started.&nbsp; This weekend, June 4-5, features seven of the nine teams at a home tournament that will take place at the Great Bend Sports Complex or Veterans Fields depending on the age group. For tournament action and game times follow Bombers Baseball on Facebook @Gbbombersyouthbaseball or see all results on the Gamechanger app.15u – Coach Chris Umphres – Team members include: Jace Schartz, Lane French, Owen Kaiser, Carson Umphres, Slade Mohr, Hunter Herrman, Drew Hansen, JJ Grove, Peyden Oelger, Campbell Coleman and Wrikin Scobee.14u – Coach Rex Kern – Team members include: Daxton Minton, Jaxon Wondra, Jacob Hall, Max Heilman, Koehn Ribordy, Trenton Kern, Kale Kern, Trey Milsap, Collin Saffa, Tavon Stroup, Ian Premer and substitute Hayden Kelly.13u – Coach Todd Gilkison – Team members include: Sebastian Bujanda, Zach Hart, Kobe Crawford, Gavin Gilkison, Alex Alcala, Rafael Chavez, Cohen Gunn, Trace Tudor, Banks Jacobs and Landon Charles.12u – Coach Zack Kaiser – Team members include: Jaden Prilling, Cal Schartz, Braxton Richter, Maxx Steffan, Alec Premer, Gavin Wondra, Noah Kaiser, Cade Coleman, Spencer Brown, Drake Martin and Gage Grove.11u – Coach Brian Dreiling – Team members include: Carter Dreiling, Kellan Chansler, Julian Hernandez, Christian Alcala, Kade Thexton, Jakoby Council, Brayden Herrman, KJ Cell, Carter Schmidt, Jayden Crawford and Keaton Cass.10u – Coach Kenton Meyer – Team members include – Cohen Haberman, Reid Urban, Julian Montez, Kason Stone, Brody Braymer, Kamden Wood, Jordy Meyer, Breck Stroup, Aiden Graves, Liam Tolan and Colton Staudinger.9u – Coach Kris Sundahl – Team members include: Sebastian Linenberger, Brady Karlin, Sakston Herrera, Blake Mazouch, Dylan Sundahl, Carter Deiser, Jacoby Chrest, Conner Schwamborn, Jackson Schwamborn, Kamden Murphy, and Westin Meyer.8u – Coach Clint Pangburn – Team members include: Easton Pangburn, Camryn Gaddis, Jagger Maciel, Kade Chansler, Aldo Council, Jaxon Pelster, Colson Kelly, Cooper Dreiling, Zander Holinde, Wyatt Holquin, Max Trujillo, and Diego Perez.6-7u – Coach Rich Baskerville – Team members include: Nolan Chrest, RJ Baskerville, Landon Becker, Felix Hernandez, Grant Pelster, Callan Herrera, Cohen Herrera, Colin Stroup, Gabriel Ringo, Rowley Burkes, Jase Palser, and Crew Wells.Each of the teams will continue action through the middle of July.

Bombers Baseball keeps growing, now in its 8th year

The 11th annual June Jaunt festival is happening this weekend in Great Bend. Click <a href="https://www.greatbendks.net/DocumentCenter/View/2853/2022-Local-JJ-Schedule?bidId&amp;fbclid=IwAR1HGoFNRddNFUMQEXPhtGH6kXYx9n49j3MdbuOJui_VG0fRXAh-dypBbd4">HERE</a>&nbsp;for a schedule of events.

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Schedule of events for June Jaunt

It’s a two-minute recap of the headlines that broke this past week in the Golden Belt. For full stories, click the links below.

<a href="https://greatbendpost.com/posts/7480478f-1abe-4d7c-be6d-af6ebd7d3af3">Kids eat free in June &amp; July in Great Bend</a>

<a href="https://greatbendpost.com/posts/e32a6c1a-5069-41c6-b068-0c8aed14e59c">Filing deadline passed: Barton Co. election candidates&nbsp;</a>

<a href="https://greatbendpost.com/posts/a9fa1593-c089-4fc0-b261-5675c5053128">Great Bend law enforcement stressing seat belt importance</a>

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 </figure>It’s a two-minute recap of the headlines that broke this past week in the Golden Belt. For full stories, click the links below.<div><iframe width="100%" height="265" src="https://clyp.it/oankd1jo/widget" frameborder="0"></iframe></div><a href="https://greatbendpost.com/posts/7480478f-1abe-4d7c-be6d-af6ebd7d3af3">Kids eat free in June &amp; July in Great Bend</a><a href="https://greatbendpost.com/posts/e32a6c1a-5069-41c6-b068-0c8aed14e59c">Filing deadline passed: Barton Co. election candidates&nbsp;</a><a href="https://greatbendpost.com/posts/a9fa1593-c089-4fc0-b261-5675c5053128">Great Bend law enforcement stressing seat belt importance</a>

Eagle Radio's News Week in Review

The City of Russell has an annual contract with a company for
maintenance on the town’s water tower. The contract includes sandblasting and
the occasional painting. 

&nbsp;Russell Assistant City Manager Kayla Schneider said work
is underway to repaint the south water tower with a new design. &nbsp; 
"It'll be neat because they have to tarp the tower, because of regulations with sandblasting and paint," said Schneider. "It protects people beneath the tower. They'll get painting and reveal the new design."

Russell held a design contest for the south water tower last summer where city
staff reviewed submissions and received approval on the winner by the city
council. The winner also received $250 in Russell Chamber Bucks. "This will look completely different," said Schneider. "It'll be white with a new design." 
Schneider said the new-look water tower should be revealed in a few weeks.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/6/1654197184856.png" alt="A rendering of the new design to be painted on the south water tower in Russell.&nbsp;" />
 <figcaption>A rendering of the new design to be painted on the south water tower in Russell.&nbsp;</figcaption>
 </figure>By COLE REIF Great Bend PostThe City of Russell has an annual contract with a company for
maintenance on the town’s water tower. The contract includes sandblasting and
the occasional painting. &nbsp;Russell Assistant City Manager Kayla Schneider said work
is underway to repaint the south water tower with a new design. &nbsp; 
"It'll be neat because they have to tarp the tower, because of regulations with sandblasting and paint," said Schneider. "It protects people beneath the tower. They'll get painting and reveal the new design."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/6/1654190442084.jpeg" alt="Current image on the south water tower in Russell." />
 <figcaption>Current image on the south water tower in Russell.</figcaption>
 </figure>Russell held a design contest for the south water tower last summer where city
staff reviewed submissions and received approval on the winner by the city
council. The winner also received $250 in Russell Chamber Bucks. "This will look completely different," said Schneider. "It'll be white with a new design." 
Schneider said the new-look water tower should be revealed in a few weeks.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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New look coming to Russell’s water tower

Today Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly before 11am. Partly sunny, with a high near 82. South wind 8 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%.

Tonight A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly between 7pm and 2am. Increasing clouds, with a low around 61. South southeast wind 9 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph.

Sunday Partly sunny, with a high near 83. South southeast wind 7 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph.

Sunday Night A 30 percent chance of rain and thunderstorms, mainly between 8pm and 2am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 63. South southeast wind 7 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.

Monday A 20 percent chance of rain and thunderstorms before 8am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 83. North northwest wind 7 to 11 mph becoming east northeast in the afternoon.

Monday Night A 50 percent chance of rain and thunderstorms, mainly after 2am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 61.

Tuesday A chance of rain and thunderstorms before 8am, then a chance of rain between 8am and 2pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 79. Chance of precipitation is 50%.

Tuesday Night A 50 percent chance of rain and thunderstorms after 8pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 60.

Wednesday A 50 percent chance of rain and thunderstorms before 8am. Partly sunny, with a high near 76.

Wednesday Night Partly cloudy, with a low around 55.

Thursday Mostly sunny, with a high near 78.

Thursday Night A 40 percent chance of rain and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 60.

Friday A 40 percent chance of rain and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 79.

Today Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly before 11am. Partly sunny, with a high near 82. South wind 8 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%.Tonight A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly between 7pm and 2am. Increasing clouds, with a low around 61. South southeast wind 9 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph.Sunday Partly sunny, with a high near 83. South southeast wind 7 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph.Sunday Night A 30 percent chance of rain and thunderstorms, mainly between 8pm and 2am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 63. South southeast wind 7 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.Monday A 20 percent chance of rain and thunderstorms before 8am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 83. North northwest wind 7 to 11 mph becoming east northeast in the afternoon.Monday Night A 50 percent chance of rain and thunderstorms, mainly after 2am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 61.Tuesday A chance of rain and thunderstorms before 8am, then a chance of rain between 8am and 2pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 79. Chance of precipitation is 50%.Tuesday Night A 50 percent chance of rain and thunderstorms after 8pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 60.Wednesday A 50 percent chance of rain and thunderstorms before 8am. Partly sunny, with a high near 76.Wednesday Night Partly cloudy, with a low around 55.Thursday Mostly sunny, with a high near 78.Thursday Night A 40 percent chance of rain and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 60.Friday A 40 percent chance of rain and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 79.

Weekend Weather

Listen below to the interview with Eagle Radio's Scott Donovan and band members from Slim Pickins. The interview aired Thursday, June 2 on 1590 KVGB &amp; 95.5 FM.

Slim Pickins will perform Saturday during Great Bend's June Jaunt at the band shell at Jack Kilby Square. The band will perform from 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

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 </figure>Listen below to the interview with Eagle Radio's Scott Donovan and band members from Slim Pickins. The interview aired Thursday, June 2 on 1590 KVGB &amp; 95.5 FM.Slim Pickins will perform Saturday during Great Bend's June Jaunt at the band shell at Jack Kilby Square. The band will perform from 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.<div><iframe width="100%" height="265" src="https://clyp.it/veihi0oa/widget" frameborder="0"></iframe></div>

Interview with Slim Pickins - June Jaunt musical performer

The Kansas Wetlands Education Center had a record number of recovered Monarch tags, with 11 found at three roost sites in Central Mexico - El Rosario, Cerro Pelon and Sierra Chincua. 

10 of the 11 recoveries were tagged during the Sept. 18 monarch tagging event. 

For those who recorded their tag numbers, these are the recovered tags: AEMW950, AEMW970, AEMW973, AEMW982, AEMX020, AEMX085, AEMX116, AEMX167, AEMX214, AEMX240. 

For more information, visit <a href="http://monarchwatch.org/?fbclid=IwAR1XfU6XeRGP9sDPFYcwERbpmdNqOY-Rk9nWgidMCNhVr-BdIu6IK0VZL1s" target="_blank">monarchwatch.org</a> and mark your calendars for this year's butterfly festival, Sept. 17.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>The Kansas Wetlands Education Center had a record number of recovered Monarch tags, with 11 found at three roost sites in Central Mexico - El Rosario, Cerro Pelon and Sierra Chincua. 10 of the 11 recoveries were tagged during the Sept. 18 monarch tagging event. For those who recorded their tag numbers, these are the recovered tags: AEMW950, AEMW970, AEMW973, AEMW982, AEMX020, AEMX085, AEMX116, AEMX167, AEMX214, AEMX240. For more information, visit <a href="http://monarchwatch.org/?fbclid=IwAR1XfU6XeRGP9sDPFYcwERbpmdNqOY-Rk9nWgidMCNhVr-BdIu6IK0VZL1s" target="_blank">monarchwatch.org</a> and mark your calendars for this year's butterfly festival, Sept. 17.&nbsp;&nbsp;

KWEC record number of recovered Monarch tags

June 4 and 5 are Free Fishing Days in Kansas, when anyone can fish on any public waters without a fishing license. &nbsp;The free weekend provides the perfect opportunity to introduce someone to the joys of angling; kind of a “try it before you buy it” opportunity. &nbsp;In Kansas, anyone age 16-74 must have a fishing license to fish, except on Free Fishing Days, and although license requirements are waived, anglers must still abide by all other regulations such as length and creel limits, &nbsp;and equipment requirements.

If you’re looking for a place to drop a line during Free Fishing Days, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDEsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMjA2MDIuNTg4MzIwOTEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL2tzb3V0ZG9vcnMuY29tL0Zpc2hpbmcifQ.PtK_QGUjkG_y9fdne_mRteae4nn1x31dCTS4iaoemcY/s/1303136047/br/132330898062-l" target="_blank">ksoutdoors.com/fishing</a>&nbsp;and click “Where To Fish” for a list of fishing locations near you.

After you’ve found an ideal spot or two, consult the 2022 Kansas Fishing Regulations Summary prior to hitting the water. The summary contains vital information specific to all public waters and even has some handy tips and tricks on tying knots and identifying fish. View an electronic version at ksoutdoors.com/fishing, or pick up a hard-copy at your nearest license vendor.

Kansas fishing regulations, forecasts, and more can also be accessed via the GoOutdoorsKS mobile app for iOS and Android. Visit&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDIsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMjA2MDIuNTg4MzIwOTEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL2tzb3V0ZG9vcnMuY29tL0xpY2Vuc2UtUGVybWl0cy9LRFdQLU1vYmlsZS1BcHBzLyJ9.hB5QS2ax0fuogpFX7YgNVugYJBxATnRVOKvG2CrKQ3g/s/1303136047/br/132330898062-l" target="_blank">https://ksoutdoors.com/License-Permits/KDWP-Mobile-Apps/</a>&nbsp;to download.

With the right location, a variety of baits to choose from, and some cooperative weather, Kansas fishing can be a blast. Give it a try; we can bet you’ll be hooked.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/8/1630075867717.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>June 4 and 5 are Free Fishing Days in Kansas, when anyone can fish on any public waters without a fishing license. &nbsp;The free weekend provides the perfect opportunity to introduce someone to the joys of angling; kind of a “try it before you buy it” opportunity. &nbsp;In Kansas, anyone age 16-74 must have a fishing license to fish, except on Free Fishing Days, and although license requirements are waived, anglers must still abide by all other regulations such as length and creel limits, &nbsp;and equipment requirements.If you’re looking for a place to drop a line during Free Fishing Days, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDEsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMjA2MDIuNTg4MzIwOTEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL2tzb3V0ZG9vcnMuY29tL0Zpc2hpbmcifQ.PtK_QGUjkG_y9fdne_mRteae4nn1x31dCTS4iaoemcY/s/1303136047/br/132330898062-l" target="_blank">ksoutdoors.com/fishing</a>&nbsp;and click “Where To Fish” for a list of fishing locations near you.After you’ve found an ideal spot or two, consult the 2022 Kansas Fishing Regulations Summary prior to hitting the water. The summary contains vital information specific to all public waters and even has some handy tips and tricks on tying knots and identifying fish. View an electronic version at ksoutdoors.com/fishing, or pick up a hard-copy at your nearest license vendor.Kansas fishing regulations, forecasts, and more can also be accessed via the GoOutdoorsKS mobile app for iOS and Android. Visit&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDIsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMjA2MDIuNTg4MzIwOTEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL2tzb3V0ZG9vcnMuY29tL0xpY2Vuc2UtUGVybWl0cy9LRFdQLU1vYmlsZS1BcHBzLyJ9.hB5QS2ax0fuogpFX7YgNVugYJBxATnRVOKvG2CrKQ3g/s/1303136047/br/132330898062-l" target="_blank">https://ksoutdoors.com/License-Permits/KDWP-Mobile-Apps/</a>&nbsp;to download.With the right location, a variety of baits to choose from, and some cooperative weather, Kansas fishing can be a blast. Give it a try; we can bet you’ll be hooked.&nbsp;

Enjoy free fishing this weekend in Kansas

Dr. Edward H. Hammond filed as a Democratic candidate for the 111th District of the Kansas House of Representatives. The appropriate paperwork and filing fees were personally submitted to the Secretary of State’s office in Topeka by Hammond.

Dr. Hammond, an Ellis Country resident since 1987, served as the President of Fort Hays State University for almost 28 years (1987 - 2014). He retired from teaching at the university in July of 2021. 

During his Presidency, the FHSU grew from 5,000 students to 15,000 students. Dr. Hammond served on the Hays Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors and was named Citizen of the Year in 1994 and received the Hall of Fame award in 2009. Hammond also served on the Executive Committee of the Kansas Calvary, which is the state’s voluntary economic development organization, under 3 former Kansas Governors. Hammond was awarded the Kansas Calvary’s Silver Stirrup Award, the highest honor within this organization.

Hammond commented that he hadn’t planned on running for political office when he retired. “As I continued to watch the votes being made by our current district representative, many of which ignore the critical needs of the district, I felt I had a responsibility to the communities in our area”, said Hammond. 

* Failure to expand KANCARE-Medicaid, a decision that cost Hays Medical Center, and the citizens of Hays millions of dollars.

*Failure to provide full state funding for USD 489, including Special Education, at both the public and private schools within the district.

*Failure to obtain fair and equitable funding for Fort Hays State University.

*Failure to maintain appropriate funding for maintenance of roads and highways.

Hammond added that the current district representative seems more interested in maintaining a perfect State Chamber voting record, than addressing the needs of the citizens of the district. 

“I am excited and look forward to visiting with the residents of the 111th District as I campaign. I want to be an advocate for their concerns”, said Hammond.

Hammond’s campaign manager is Trina Powell of Hays, KS and campaign treasurer is retired KS State Senator, Janis Lee of Hays, KS.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/6/1654280826809.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Dr. Edward H. Hammond filed as a Democratic candidate for the 111th District of the Kansas House of Representatives. The appropriate paperwork and filing fees were personally submitted to the Secretary of State’s office in Topeka by Hammond.Dr. Hammond, an Ellis Country resident since 1987, served as the President of Fort Hays State University for almost 28 years (1987 - 2014). He retired from teaching at the university in July of 2021. During his Presidency, the FHSU grew from 5,000 students to 15,000 students. Dr. Hammond served on the Hays Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors and was named Citizen of the Year in 1994 and received the Hall of Fame award in 2009. Hammond also served on the Executive Committee of the Kansas Calvary, which is the state’s voluntary economic development organization, under 3 former Kansas Governors. Hammond was awarded the Kansas Calvary’s Silver Stirrup Award, the highest honor within this organization.Hammond commented that he hadn’t planned on running for political office when he retired. “As I continued to watch the votes being made by our current district representative, many of which ignore the critical needs of the district, I felt I had a responsibility to the communities in our area”, said Hammond. His four major concerns are:* Failure to expand KANCARE-Medicaid, a decision that cost Hays Medical Center, and the citizens of Hays millions of dollars.*Failure to provide full state funding for USD 489, including Special Education, at both the public and private schools within the district.*Failure to obtain fair and equitable funding for Fort Hays State University.*Failure to maintain appropriate funding for maintenance of roads and highways.Hammond added that the current district representative seems more interested in maintaining a perfect State Chamber voting record, than addressing the needs of the citizens of the district. “I am excited and look forward to visiting with the residents of the 111th District as I campaign. I want to be an advocate for their concerns”, said Hammond.Hammond’s campaign manager is Trina Powell of Hays, KS and campaign treasurer is retired KS State Senator, Janis Lee of Hays, KS.

Former FHSU president files for KS House of Rep.

On this episode of Forward Ever: Leading in Challenging Times host Gary Shorman speaks with&nbsp;Kansas Secretary of Agriculture Mike Beam.

<div><iframe title="Forward Ever: Kan. Secretary of Agriculture Mike Beam" allowtransparency="true" height="450" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=zen4e-1240212-pb&from=pb6admin&square=1&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=3267a3&font-color=auto&logo_link=podcast_page&btn-skin=3267a3&size=450" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div>On this episode of Forward Ever: Leading in Challenging Times host Gary Shorman speaks with&nbsp;Kansas Secretary of Agriculture Mike Beam.

🎤Forward Ever: Kan. Secretary of Agriculture Mike Beam

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) have issued several public health advisories for Kansas lakes due to blue-green algae.&nbsp;Marion Reservoir in Marion County is at a Hazard level due to high toxins and high cell count.&nbsp;The Army Corps of Engineers is asking the public to avoid Marion Reservoir and is closing all parks, boat ramps and recreation areas on the reservoir until conditions improve to acceptable levels.

A harmful algal bloom (HAB) may look like foam, scum or paint floating on the water and be colored blue, bright green, brown or red. Blooms can develop rapidly; if the water appears suspicious or there is decaying algae on the shore, avoid contact and keep dogs away. These toxins can be absorbed by ingestion, inhalation of aerosols and even skin contact. Symptoms vary depending upon the type of exposure (e.g. direct contact, ingestion, inhalation) but can include rash, vomiting, diarrhea, fever, sore throat, and headache. If you, or your dog, come into contact with algae rinse the area with clean, fresh water. Suspected HAB-related health incidents, whether human or animal, regardless of season, should be reported at&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDAsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMjA2MDIuNTg4MTcyNTEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5rZGhlLmtzLmdvdi8xMTYzL1JlcG9ydC1hbi1JbGxuZXNzLW9yLUhlYWx0aC1JbmNpZGVudD91dG1fbWVkaXVtPWVtYWlsJnV0bV9zb3VyY2U9Z292ZGVsaXZlcnkifQ.-hgdyBgdihOgsHu1CgcptuFDHmMJ-1FZNSwnn6bW9SA/s/1305943097/br/132321865477-l" target="_blank">https://www.kdhe.ks.gov/1163</a>.&nbsp;

Hazard Marion Reservoir, Marion County (Added on June 2)

Warning&nbsp; Big Eleven Lake, Wyandotte County&nbsp; Colwich City Lake, Sedgwick County&nbsp; Gathering Pond, Geary County&nbsp; Jerry Ivey Pond, Saline County&nbsp;

A&nbsp;Hazard status&nbsp;indicates that a harmful algal bloom is present, and extreme conditions exist.&nbsp;&nbsp;

A&nbsp;Warning status&nbsp;indicates that conditions are unsafe for human and pet exposure.&nbsp; Contact with the waterbody should be avoided.&nbsp;

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

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

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

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

If you observe a scum or paint-like surface on the water, small floating blue-green clumps or filaments in the water, or if the water is an opaque green, avoid contact and keep pets away. These are indications that a harmful bloom may be present. Pet owners should be aware that animals that swim in or drink water affected by a harmful algal bloom or eat dried algae along the shore may become seriously ill or die.&nbsp;

For information on blue-green algae and reporting potential harmful algal blooms, please visit&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDEsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMjA2MDIuNTg4MTcyNTEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5rZGhlLmtzLmdvdi9IQUI_dXRtX21lZGl1bT1lbWFpbCZ1dG1fc291cmNlPWdvdmRlbGl2ZXJ5In0.UN1I_LylDyocVIPBO1hX_ezcu2MW-AK2dOF8VK7AJSA/s/1305943097/br/132321865477-l" target="_blank">https://www.kdhe.ks.gov/HAB</a><a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDIsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMjA2MDIuNTg4MTcyNTEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwOi8vd3d3LmtkaGVrcy5nb3YvYWxnYWUtaWxsbmVzcy9pbmRleC5odG0_dXRtX21lZGl1bT1lbWFpbCZ1dG1fc291cmNlPWdvdmRlbGl2ZXJ5In0.06ubCbFC6DTVgCPPOfQ7d4R_9JVsXWqWhh6D2xgbHdM/s/1305943097/br/132321865477-l" target="_blank"></a>.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/7/1593727789226.jpeg" alt="" />
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 </figure>The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) have issued several public health advisories for Kansas lakes due to blue-green algae.&nbsp;Marion Reservoir in Marion County is at a Hazard level due to high toxins and high cell count.&nbsp;The Army Corps of Engineers is asking the public to avoid Marion Reservoir and is closing all parks, boat ramps and recreation areas on the reservoir until conditions improve to acceptable levels.A harmful algal bloom (HAB) may look like foam, scum or paint floating on the water and be colored blue, bright green, brown or red. Blooms can develop rapidly; if the water appears suspicious or there is decaying algae on the shore, avoid contact and keep dogs away. These toxins can be absorbed by ingestion, inhalation of aerosols and even skin contact. Symptoms vary depending upon the type of exposure (e.g. direct contact, ingestion, inhalation) but can include rash, vomiting, diarrhea, fever, sore throat, and headache. If you, or your dog, come into contact with algae rinse the area with clean, fresh water. Suspected HAB-related health incidents, whether human or animal, regardless of season, should be reported at&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDAsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMjA2MDIuNTg4MTcyNTEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5rZGhlLmtzLmdvdi8xMTYzL1JlcG9ydC1hbi1JbGxuZXNzLW9yLUhlYWx0aC1JbmNpZGVudD91dG1fbWVkaXVtPWVtYWlsJnV0bV9zb3VyY2U9Z292ZGVsaXZlcnkifQ.-hgdyBgdihOgsHu1CgcptuFDHmMJ-1FZNSwnn6bW9SA/s/1305943097/br/132321865477-l" target="_blank">https://www.kdhe.ks.gov/1163</a>.&nbsp;Active Advisories&nbsp;Hazard Marion Reservoir, Marion County (Added on June 2)Warning&nbsp; Big Eleven Lake, Wyandotte County&nbsp; Colwich City Lake, Sedgwick County&nbsp; Gathering Pond, Geary County&nbsp; Jerry Ivey Pond, Saline County&nbsp;A&nbsp;Hazard status&nbsp;indicates that a harmful algal bloom is present, and extreme conditions exist.&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul>
 <li>Signage should be posted at all public access locations</li><li>It is recommended that either a portion of the lake or the entire lake or zone, be closed to the public.</li><li>In some cases, the adjacent land should be closed as well. Actual setback distances will be determined on a site-specific basis, if necessary.</li><li>When partial closures (i.e., beach or cove) are issued, the remaining lake or zone area will carry a warning status.</li>
 </ul>A&nbsp;Warning status&nbsp;indicates that conditions are unsafe for human and pet exposure.&nbsp; Contact with the waterbody should be avoided.&nbsp;When a warning is issued, KDHE recommends the following precautions be taken:&nbsp;<ul>
 <li>Lake water is not safe to drink for pets or livestock.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Lake water, regardless of blue-green algae status, should never be consumed by humans.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Water contact should be avoided.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Fish may be eaten if they are rinsed with clean water and only the fillet portion is consumed, while all other parts are discarded.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Do not allow pets to eat dried algae.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>If lake water contacts skin, wash with clean water as soon as possible.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Avoid areas of visible algae accumulation.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
 </ul>A&nbsp;Watch status&nbsp;means that blue-green algae have been detected and a harmful algal bloom is present or likely to develop. People are encouraged to avoid areas of algae accumulation and keep pets and livestock away from the water.&nbsp;During the watch status, KDHE recommends the following precautions be taken:&nbsp;<ul>
 <li>Signage will be posted at all public access locations.&nbsp;</li><li>Water may be unsafe for humans/animals.&nbsp;</li><li>Avoid areas of algae accumulation and do not let people/pets eat dried algae or drink contaminated water.&nbsp;</li><li>Swimming, wading, skiing and jet skiing are discouraged near visible blooms.&nbsp;</li><li>Boating and fishing are safe. However, inhalation of the spray may affect some individuals. Avoid direct contact with water, and wash with clean water after any contact.&nbsp;</li>
 </ul><ul>
 <li>Clean fish well with potable water and eat fillet portion only.&nbsp;</li>
 </ul>KDHE investigates publicly-accessible bodies of water for blue-green algae when the agency receives reports of potential algae blooms in Kansas lakes. Based on credible field observation and sampling results, KDHE reports on potentially harmful conditions.&nbsp;&nbsp;If you observe a scum or paint-like surface on the water, small floating blue-green clumps or filaments in the water, or if the water is an opaque green, avoid contact and keep pets away. These are indications that a harmful bloom may be present. Pet owners should be aware that animals that swim in or drink water affected by a harmful algal bloom or eat dried algae along the shore may become seriously ill or die.&nbsp;For information on blue-green algae and reporting potential harmful algal blooms, please visit&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDEsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMjA2MDIuNTg4MTcyNTEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5rZGhlLmtzLmdvdi9IQUI_dXRtX21lZGl1bT1lbWFpbCZ1dG1fc291cmNlPWdvdmRlbGl2ZXJ5In0.UN1I_LylDyocVIPBO1hX_ezcu2MW-AK2dOF8VK7AJSA/s/1305943097/br/132321865477-l" target="_blank">https://www.kdhe.ks.gov/HAB</a><a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDIsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMjA2MDIuNTg4MTcyNTEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwOi8vd3d3LmtkaGVrcy5nb3YvYWxnYWUtaWxsbmVzcy9pbmRleC5odG0_dXRtX21lZGl1bT1lbWFpbCZ1dG1fc291cmNlPWdvdmRlbGl2ZXJ5In0.06ubCbFC6DTVgCPPOfQ7d4R_9JVsXWqWhh6D2xgbHdM/s/1305943097/br/132321865477-l" target="_blank"></a>.&nbsp;

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

The month of May the Pilot Club of Great Bend delivered thousands of geraniums from their annual fundraiser to supporters of the club throughout Great Bend and Barton County, installed a new executive board for the 2022 - 2023 service and program year, welcomed and initiated the latest of the 12 newest members into the club, and donated and fitted free bike helmets through their international signature initiative “Helmet People” to USD 428 students with perfect attendance. 

Reminding everyone a helmet that does not fit properly will be no help when protecting your brain when needed most.&nbsp;That is why the club takes the time to go through the steps to properly fit each helmet.

Pilot Club of Great Bend is a member of the guiding organization Pilot International, an international civic organization established in 1921 with a focus on education and support and prevention of brain-related disorders and injuries of all types.&nbsp;

Pilot Club of Great Bend has for 34 years been a chapter of Pilot International whose mission is to influence positive change in communities throughout the world.&nbsp;

Pilot Club supports the "ABCs" of Pilot International namely:&nbsp;

- Advocating Leadership &amp; Service in youth and young adults.&nbsp; - Brain Safety &amp; Health, and - Caring &amp; supporting caregivers in the community and families in times of need.

Pilot members annually sponsor and gather donations for the Walk to End Alzheimer’s, plan workshops and programs on Autism, use their award winning BrainMinder program to teach brain injury prevention to youth, along with their “Helmet People” bike helmet giveaways, raise awareness with seniors on brain illnesses and disabilities that come with aging, while working and donating to several community activities and programs which aid and support the community to fulfill the club mission to improve the quality of life in the community.

Club meetings are in-person at noontime on the first and third Tuesdays of the month at Perkins restaurant.&nbsp;To learn more about Great Bend Pilot Club go to greatbendpilotclub.com or Facebook - Pilot Club of Great Bend.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/6/1654110063402.jpeg" alt="Pilot members at Helmet give-a-away and fitting at Jefferson School (pictured): Left- Pilot club community Ambassador Ruth Ann Friedrich, new incoming President 2022-2023 Barbara Watson, and President-elect Daniel Watson, Helmet People representative Vicki Richardson and new member Mary Ann June&nbsp;" />
 <figcaption>Pilot members at Helmet give-a-away and fitting at Jefferson School (pictured): Left- Pilot club community Ambassador Ruth Ann Friedrich, new incoming President 2022-2023 Barbara Watson, and President-elect Daniel Watson, Helmet People representative Vicki Richardson and new member Mary Ann June&nbsp;</figcaption>
 </figure>The month of May the Pilot Club of Great Bend delivered thousands of geraniums from their annual fundraiser to supporters of the club throughout Great Bend and Barton County, installed a new executive board for the 2022 - 2023 service and program year, welcomed and initiated the latest of the 12 newest members into the club, and donated and fitted free bike helmets through their international signature initiative “Helmet People” to USD 428 students with perfect attendance. Reminding everyone a helmet that does not fit properly will be no help when protecting your brain when needed most.&nbsp;That is why the club takes the time to go through the steps to properly fit each helmet.Pilot Club of Great Bend is a member of the guiding organization Pilot International, an international civic organization established in 1921 with a focus on education and support and prevention of brain-related disorders and injuries of all types.&nbsp;Pilot Club of Great Bend has for 34 years been a chapter of Pilot International whose mission is to influence positive change in communities throughout the world.&nbsp;Pilot Club supports the "ABCs" of Pilot International namely:&nbsp;- Advocating Leadership &amp; Service in youth and young adults.&nbsp; - Brain Safety &amp; Health, and - Caring &amp; supporting caregivers in the community and families in times of need.Pilot members annually sponsor and gather donations for the Walk to End Alzheimer’s, plan workshops and programs on Autism, use their award winning BrainMinder program to teach brain injury prevention to youth, along with their “Helmet People” bike helmet giveaways, raise awareness with seniors on brain illnesses and disabilities that come with aging, while working and donating to several community activities and programs which aid and support the community to fulfill the club mission to improve the quality of life in the community.Club meetings are in-person at noontime on the first and third Tuesdays of the month at Perkins restaurant.&nbsp;To learn more about Great Bend Pilot Club go to greatbendpilotclub.com or Facebook - Pilot Club of Great Bend.

Busy month for Pilot Club of Great Bend

As the Memorial Day holiday has passed, the Great Bend Cemetery staff
sends out a friendly reminder that any flowers or items not on the tombstones
themselves need to be picked up. 

Cemetery guidelines allow citizens to place
flowers on the ground around graves the weekend prior to Memorial Day but ask that they are picked up by
Sunday, June 5, according to Michelle Davis with the cemetery. "We're in our mowing season right now," said Davis. "We understand that some families out of town call a flower shop and have flowers put down. If they could give us the grace period during our summer mowing season that would great." 
Cemetery staff will be removing any and all remaining flowers and decorations
starting Monday, June 6 at 8 a.m.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

"We won't be removing anything in the vases or stone toppers, but anything on the ground will need to be picked up if you want to keep it," said Davis."

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 </figure>By COLE REIF Great Bend PostAs the Memorial Day holiday has passed, the Great Bend Cemetery staff
sends out a friendly reminder that any flowers or items not on the tombstones
themselves need to be picked up. Cemetery guidelines allow citizens to place
flowers on the ground around graves the weekend prior to Memorial Day but ask that they are picked up by
Sunday, June 5, according to Michelle Davis with the cemetery. "We're in our mowing season right now," said Davis. "We understand that some families out of town call a flower shop and have flowers put down. If they could give us the grace period during our summer mowing season that would great." 
Cemetery staff will be removing any and all remaining flowers and decorations
starting Monday, June 6 at 8 a.m.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;"We won't be removing anything in the vases or stone toppers, but anything on the ground will need to be picked up if you want to keep it," said Davis."<figure>
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Great Bend cemetery staff: Pick up flowers around graves

Barton County Sheriff’s
Office Incident Log (6/2) 
 
K-9 Use / Call Out 
 
At 3:03 a.m. the K-9 was used at 1214 Stone Street. 
 
Controlled Burn 
 
At 6:42 a.m. a controlled burn was reported at 670 NW 60 Avenue in Olmitz. 
 
At 9:22 a.m. a controlled burn was reported at 1208 NW 90 Road in Olmitz. 
 
Driving / Driver Complaint 
 
At 10:20 a.m. a driving complaint was reported at K-156 in Barton County at MM
156. 
 
Controlled Burn 
 
At 10:37 a.m. a controlled burn was reported at 662 SE 100 Avenue in Ellinwood. 
 
At 1:24 p.m. a controlled burn was reported at 404 SE 30 Avenue. 
 
At 2:22 p.m. a controlled burn was reported at 1257 NW K-96 Highway in Albert. 
 
Non-Injury Accident 
 
At 8:56 p.m. an accident was reported at SE 50 Road &amp; SE 110 Avenue. 
 
K-9 Use / Call Out 
 
At 9:29 p.m. a K-9 was used in the 900 block of Patton Road. 
 
Great Bend Police Department Incident Log (6/2)

At 12:13 a.m. a report of a male subject making comments about coming back with a gun and killing people was made at 1109 Main Street.

At 1:44 a.m. Rakel Ryan was arrested for possession of methamphetamine at 12th &amp; Harrison.

At 1:46 a.m. the K-9 was used during a traffic stop at 12th &amp; Harrison.

At 12:07 p.m. EMS assistance was needed at 1801 Stone Street.

At 12:34 p.m. a vehicle was reported stolen at 1400 Main Street. The person forgot where he parked and the vehicle was located.

At 1:18 p.m. an unknown vehicle was traveling north on Jackson Street and struck a legally parked vehicle.

At 2:17 p.m. a report of smoke in the area was made at 5808 16th Street Ter. The smoke was from the funeral home in the area.

At 2:55 p.m. a report of someone putting insulation foam in the exhaust pipe was made at 1200 Jackson Street. The foam was removed and there was no damage.

At 3:12 p.m. a report of being bitten by her dog was made at 2900 16th Street.&nbsp;

At 8:21 p.m. a burglary was reported at 1407 8th Street.

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 </figure>Barton County Sheriff’s
Office Incident Log (6/2) 
 
K-9 Use / Call Out 
 
At 3:03 a.m. the K-9 was used at 1214 Stone Street. 
 
Controlled Burn 
 
At 6:42 a.m. a controlled burn was reported at 670 NW 60 Avenue in Olmitz. 
 
At 9:22 a.m. a controlled burn was reported at 1208 NW 90 Road in Olmitz. 
 
Driving / Driver Complaint 
 
At 10:20 a.m. a driving complaint was reported at K-156 in Barton County at MM
156. 
 
Controlled Burn 
 
At 10:37 a.m. a controlled burn was reported at 662 SE 100 Avenue in Ellinwood. 
 
At 1:24 p.m. a controlled burn was reported at 404 SE 30 Avenue. 
 
At 2:22 p.m. a controlled burn was reported at 1257 NW K-96 Highway in Albert. 
 
Non-Injury Accident 
 
At 8:56 p.m. an accident was reported at SE 50 Road &amp; SE 110 Avenue. 
 
K-9 Use / Call Out 
 
At 9:29 p.m. a K-9 was used in the 900 block of Patton Road. 
 
Great Bend Police Department Incident Log (6/2)Threats / CriminalAt 12:13 a.m. a report of a male subject making comments about coming back with a gun and killing people was made at 1109 Main Street.Narcotics ViolationAt 1:44 a.m. Rakel Ryan was arrested for possession of methamphetamine at 12th &amp; Harrison.K-9 Use / Call OutAt 1:46 a.m. the K-9 was used during a traffic stop at 12th &amp; Harrison.Heart ProblemsAt 12:07 p.m. EMS assistance was needed at 1801 Stone Street.TheftAt 12:34 p.m. a vehicle was reported stolen at 1400 Main Street. The person forgot where he parked and the vehicle was located.Non-Injury AccidentAt 1:18 p.m. an unknown vehicle was traveling north on Jackson Street and struck a legally parked vehicle.Structure FireAt 2:17 p.m. a report of smoke in the area was made at 5808 16th Street Ter. The smoke was from the funeral home in the area.Criminal DamageAt 2:55 p.m. a report of someone putting insulation foam in the exhaust pipe was made at 1200 Jackson Street. The foam was removed and there was no damage.Animal ComplaintAt 3:12 p.m. a report of being bitten by her dog was made at 2900 16th Street.&nbsp;Burglary / Not in ProgressAt 8:21 p.m. a burglary was reported at 1407 8th Street.

Cop Shop (6/2)

BOOKED: Charles Drescher on Barton County District Court for
criminal threat, felony interference and battery LEO with a $5,000 C/S. 
 
BOOKED: Rakel Ryan on Barton County District Court case for distribution of
methamphetamine and no drug tax stamp with bond set at $300,000 C/S. 
 
BOOKED: Vanessa Armstrong on BTDC case for possession of methamphetamine,
possession of drug paraphernalia, bond set at $10,000 C/S. Herington Municipal
Court warrant for failure to appear, bond set at $500 C/S. 
 
BOOKED: Melissa Sanders on GBMC warrant for contempt of court, bond set at
$1,272.50 cash only. GBMC warrant for contempt of court, bond set at $447.50
cash only. 
 
BOOKED: Larry McVey Jr. on BTDC warrant for theft by deception, bond set at
$20,000 C/S. 
 
BOOKED: Christopher Behnke on Barton County District Court case for serve
sentence. 
 
BOOKED: Aaron J. Clark on Great Bend Municipal Court warrant for contempt of
court, held in lieu of $1,252.50 cash only bond. 
 
RELEASED: James Drury on GBMC case for driving while suspended, illegal tags
and disabled tail light after posting a $1,000 surety bond through Ace Bail
Bonding. 
 
RELEASED: McKinley Payne received a $50,000 bond on BTDC case for distribution
or possession with intent to distribute marijuana. 
 
RELEASED: Joyce Garcia on Rooks County District Court warrant to Rooks County
Sheriff’s Office. 
 
RELEASED: Melissa Sanders posted a $1,272.50 cash bond on GBMC warrant for
contempt of court. Posted $447.50 cash bond on GBMC warrant for contempt of
court. 
 
RELEASED: Lucky Baker on BCDC warrant for contempt of court.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/5/1651581305265.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>BOOKED: Charles Drescher on Barton County District Court for
criminal threat, felony interference and battery LEO with a $5,000 C/S. 
 
BOOKED: Rakel Ryan on Barton County District Court case for distribution of
methamphetamine and no drug tax stamp with bond set at $300,000 C/S. 
 
BOOKED: Vanessa Armstrong on BTDC case for possession of methamphetamine,
possession of drug paraphernalia, bond set at $10,000 C/S. Herington Municipal
Court warrant for failure to appear, bond set at $500 C/S. 
 
BOOKED: Melissa Sanders on GBMC warrant for contempt of court, bond set at
$1,272.50 cash only. GBMC warrant for contempt of court, bond set at $447.50
cash only. 
 
BOOKED: Larry McVey Jr. on BTDC warrant for theft by deception, bond set at
$20,000 C/S. 
 
BOOKED: Christopher Behnke on Barton County District Court case for serve
sentence. 
 
BOOKED: Aaron J. Clark on Great Bend Municipal Court warrant for contempt of
court, held in lieu of $1,252.50 cash only bond. 
 
RELEASED: James Drury on GBMC case for driving while suspended, illegal tags
and disabled tail light after posting a $1,000 surety bond through Ace Bail
Bonding. 
 
RELEASED: McKinley Payne received a $50,000 bond on BTDC case for distribution
or possession with intent to distribute marijuana. 
 
RELEASED: Joyce Garcia on Rooks County District Court warrant to Rooks County
Sheriff’s Office. 
 
RELEASED: Melissa Sanders posted a $1,272.50 cash bond on GBMC warrant for
contempt of court. Posted $447.50 cash bond on GBMC warrant for contempt of
court. 
 
RELEASED: Lucky Baker on BCDC warrant for contempt of court.

Barton County Sheriff's Booking Activity (6/2)

Whether the event has been around for 10 years or 11 years, one thing is
for sure…June Jaunt has proven to be a success in Great Bend. The outdoor festival
is this weekend at Jack Kilby Square. 
Great Bend Community Coordinator Christina Hayes is claiming that 2022 marks the 11th
year of the outdoor event, but she does recognize the COVID-19 pandemic took
out the celebration in 2020. 
“It was planned and ready, so I still count it,” joked Hayes. 
June Jaunt was Hayes' first big project after she was hired as the community
coordinator for the City of Great Bend. After observing what the city had and
didn’t have, an opportunity came about to create this feature the first weekend
in June. 
“It was the first year a group along K-96 Highway wanted to do a regional event
from Tribune to Ellinwood,” said Hayes. “I started building from there. We have
staple events. There will always be vendors, food and live music, but what’s
cool is how we change it up.” 
The music lineup changes and different features get added on a year-to-year
basis.

Hayes’ first goal was to make the event last the first five years as a region.
The “Get your fix on K-96” slogan still includes stops along the highway like
Tribune, Leoti, Scott City, Ness City and Great Bend. Other cities on K-96 have
dropped out, but each remaining town puts their own twist on the three-day
festival. 
“The idea behind this was originally to bring in a bunch of visitors, but we
realized at the time Great Bend did not have any festivals,” said Hayes. “We
needed something that would be a staple for Great Bend.” 
Hayes believes the fun weekend will still change eventually or morph into
something else, whether it is just a Barton County festival or it changes
names. 
“I am always open for ideas,” said Hayes. “Any civic group or community members
that want to jump in and help, take over a part…I’m always very open to that.
For now, it’s something that people like.”

Hayes always has two goals each year June Jaunt rolls around. One, to provide a
family-friendly event where people can make memories in Great Bend. Two, to see
someone dance. 
“If you have a concert, I want someone to dance,” said Hayes. “If one person or
one couple dances, that’s a personal goal of mine.” 
This year’s June Jaunt will include a full list of live musical entertainment
from 9 a.m. Saturday, June 4 with Encounter Worship until 11:30 p.m. with
HomeBrew. 
Hayes starts planning each year’s festival a year in advance. She mentioned she
already has one performer and entertainer booked for next year. 
“My staff plans and organizes the event, but making it happen involves
everybody,” said Hayes. “I couldn’t do it without the public works staff that
helps, or the public lands crews that set up tables and jumbo games. There are
so many departments that pull this off.” 
This year’s event is Friday, June 3 through Sunday June 5 and includes food,
games, movies, inflatables, live music, crafts, painting, a magician, Olympics
competition and a beer garden. 
Whether it is year 10 or year 11, June Jaunt in Great Bend is here to stay. 
“There is a little bit of everything,” added Hayes. “Come out and enjoy.”

Listen below to the entire interview with Hayes and Eagle Radio's Cole Reif that aired on 1590 KVGB &amp; 95.5 FM on June 1, 2022.

For a full list of June Jaunt events and times view the schedule by clicking <a href="https://www.greatbendks.net/DocumentCenter/View/2853/2022-Local-JJ-Schedule?bidId&amp;fbclid=IwAR1HGoFNRddNFUMQEXPhtGH6kXYx9n49j3MdbuOJui_VG0fRXAh-dypBbd4">HERE</a>.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/6/1654196489294.jpeg" alt="June Jaunt is this weekend in Great Bend. Find a schedule of events <a href="https://www.greatbendks.net/DocumentCenter/View/2853/2022-Local-JJ-Schedule?bidId&amp;fbclid=IwAR1HGoFNRddNFUMQEXPhtGH6kXYx9n49j3MdbuOJui_VG0fRXAh-dypBbd4">HERE</a>.&nbsp;" />
 <figcaption>June Jaunt is this weekend in Great Bend. Find a schedule of events <a href="https://www.greatbendks.net/DocumentCenter/View/2853/2022-Local-JJ-Schedule?bidId&amp;fbclid=IwAR1HGoFNRddNFUMQEXPhtGH6kXYx9n49j3MdbuOJui_VG0fRXAh-dypBbd4">HERE</a>.&nbsp;</figcaption>
 </figure>By COLE REIF Great Bend PostWhether the event has been around for 10 years or 11 years, one thing is
for sure…June Jaunt has proven to be a success in Great Bend. The outdoor festival
is this weekend at Jack Kilby Square. 
Great Bend Community Coordinator Christina Hayes is claiming that 2022 marks the 11th
year of the outdoor event, but she does recognize the COVID-19 pandemic took
out the celebration in 2020. 
“It was planned and ready, so I still count it,” joked Hayes. 
June Jaunt was Hayes' first big project after she was hired as the community
coordinator for the City of Great Bend. After observing what the city had and
didn’t have, an opportunity came about to create this feature the first weekend
in June. 
“It was the first year a group along K-96 Highway wanted to do a regional event
from Tribune to Ellinwood,” said Hayes. “I started building from there. We have
staple events. There will always be vendors, food and live music, but what’s
cool is how we change it up.” 
The music lineup changes and different features get added on a year-to-year
basis.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/6/1654195808061.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Hayes’ first goal was to make the event last the first five years as a region.
The “Get your fix on K-96” slogan still includes stops along the highway like
Tribune, Leoti, Scott City, Ness City and Great Bend. Other cities on K-96 have
dropped out, but each remaining town puts their own twist on the three-day
festival. 
“The idea behind this was originally to bring in a bunch of visitors, but we
realized at the time Great Bend did not have any festivals,” said Hayes. “We
needed something that would be a staple for Great Bend.” 
Hayes believes the fun weekend will still change eventually or morph into
something else, whether it is just a Barton County festival or it changes
names. 
“I am always open for ideas,” said Hayes. “Any civic group or community members
that want to jump in and help, take over a part…I’m always very open to that.
For now, it’s something that people like.”<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/6/1654196650750.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Hayes always has two goals each year June Jaunt rolls around. One, to provide a
family-friendly event where people can make memories in Great Bend. Two, to see
someone dance. 
“If you have a concert, I want someone to dance,” said Hayes. “If one person or
one couple dances, that’s a personal goal of mine.” 
This year’s June Jaunt will include a full list of live musical entertainment
from 9 a.m. Saturday, June 4 with Encounter Worship until 11:30 p.m. with
HomeBrew. 
Hayes starts planning each year’s festival a year in advance. She mentioned she
already has one performer and entertainer booked for next year. 
“My staff plans and organizes the event, but making it happen involves
everybody,” said Hayes. “I couldn’t do it without the public works staff that
helps, or the public lands crews that set up tables and jumbo games. There are
so many departments that pull this off.” 
This year’s event is Friday, June 3 through Sunday June 5 and includes food,
games, movies, inflatables, live music, crafts, painting, a magician, Olympics
competition and a beer garden. 
Whether it is year 10 or year 11, June Jaunt in Great Bend is here to stay. 
“There is a little bit of everything,” added Hayes. “Come out and enjoy.”Listen below to the entire interview with Hayes and Eagle Radio's Cole Reif that aired on 1590 KVGB &amp; 95.5 FM on June 1, 2022.<div><iframe width="100%" height="265" src="https://clyp.it/ssayh1ke/widget" frameborder="0"></iframe></div>For a full list of June Jaunt events and times view the schedule by clicking <a href="https://www.greatbendks.net/DocumentCenter/View/2853/2022-Local-JJ-Schedule?bidId&amp;fbclid=IwAR1HGoFNRddNFUMQEXPhtGH6kXYx9n49j3MdbuOJui_VG0fRXAh-dypBbd4">HERE</a>.

Great Bend's June Jaunt: A history of 'making memories'

Friday Mostly sunny, with a high near 77. South southeast wind 7 to 12 mph increasing to 13 to 18 mph in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 28 mph.

Friday Night A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1am. Increasing clouds, with a low around 62. South southeast wind 13 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph.

Saturday A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 1pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 82. South wind 10 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph.

Saturday Night A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 62.

Sunday Mostly cloudy, with a high near 80.

Sunday Night A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 63.

Monday Partly sunny, with a high near 80.

Monday Night A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 62.

Tuesday A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 78.

Tuesday Night A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 62.

Wednesday Partly sunny, with a high near 76.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Friday Mostly sunny, with a high near 77. South southeast wind 7 to 12 mph increasing to 13 to 18 mph in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 28 mph.Friday Night A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1am. Increasing clouds, with a low around 62. South southeast wind 13 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph.Saturday A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 1pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 82. South wind 10 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph.Saturday Night A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 62.Sunday Mostly cloudy, with a high near 80.Sunday Night A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 63.Monday Partly sunny, with a high near 80.Monday Night A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 62.Tuesday A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 78.Tuesday Night A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 62.Wednesday Partly sunny, with a high near 76.&nbsp;&nbsp;