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PAWNEE COUNTY

A proud past and promising future

Nestled in the golden plains of central Kansas, Pawnee County offers more than just a scenic escape—it’s a place where history, community, and resilience come together in true Midwestern fashion. Anchored by its county seat, Larned, this region balances a rich pioneer past with a forward-looking spirit that continues to shape the lives of its residents.

Founded in 1867, Pawnee County’s roots run deep in Kansas history. The nearby Fort Larned National Historic Site, once a critical military outpost on the Santa Fe Trail, stands today as a meticulously preserved window into frontier life. Each year, the fort draws visitors from across the country eager to step back in time and experience 19th-century military and civilian life through engaging reenactments and living history events.

But Pawnee County’s legacy extends beyond its historic landmarks. Generations of farming families have helped deﬁne the area’s character, shaping a strong agricultural economy rooted in wheat, corn, and livestock production. The county’s open skies and fertile soils continue to support a way of life that values hard work, family, and deep community ties.

Pawnee Valley Community Hospital, located in Larned. This full-service facility ensures that residents have access to high-quality care close to home, offering a wide cialty clinics and diagnostic imaging. It’s a key component of the region’s commitment to wellness and a growing draw for professionals looking to live and work in a tight-knit, supportive community.

From the family-owned shops and cafes lining Larned’s brick-paved downtown to the friendly waves from passing tractors on rural backroads, Pawnee County embodies the kind of small-town warmth that’s becoming increasingly rare. Annual traditions like Santa Fe Trail Days celebrate the area’s culture with parades, rodeos, and community cookouts, reminding locals and visitors alike why life in the heartland is something special.

As Kansas evolves, so does Pawnee County. Investments in infrastructure, education, and health care are ensuring that the next generation has the tools and support they need to

Town with a legendary story

While his stargazing started in Burdett’s wide-open skies, Tombaugh’s discovery forever linked this small prairie town to the farthest reaches of the solar system. Today, visitors can find a plaque honoring him at the local park and feel the same awe that first inspired a young boy to look to the stars.

At its core, Burdett is built on values of hard work, resilience, and close-knit connection. The Pawnee Heights School District, which serves Burdett and neighboring Rozel, is a central hub of activity—bringing families together for sports games, school plays, and community events. The school’s success is a point of pride and a symbol of how rural communities continue to invest in future generations.

Local churches, volunteer groups, and family-owned businesses help keep Burdett thriving. While it’s a peaceful place to live, the sense of hometown pride runs deep—and it’s not uncommon to see the entire community rally around shared goals, from holiday celebrations to supporting local students and farmers.

BURDETT

Peace, Prairie, and Possibility

Surrounded by gently rolling farmland, wind turbines, and expansive skies, Burdett offers a peaceful pace of life that’s increasingly rare in today’s world. The town is just a short drive from larger hubs like Larned and offers easy access to outdoor adventures like hunting, birdwatching, and exploring nearby Fort Larned National Historic Site.

Whether you’re tracing family roots, looking for a quieter place to call home, or just passing through the heart of Kansas, Burdett welcomes you with open skies, open arms, and a story as big as the prairie itself.

Council members meet on the second Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. Burdett City

620-793-7239

City Fire Chief Keenan Rasmussen

620-393-1475

City Library Paula Catlin

620-804-3773

City Parks Burke Pelton 620-804-0146

City Zoning Joe Miller 620-804-1088

Animal Control John Thomas 620-804-0041

Water Tracy Hands 620-804-1828

EMS Service Director Kara Lawrence 620-285-8505

UTILITIES

Electric

Midwest Energy, 800-222-3121

Gas

Black Hills Energy

1-888-890-5554 (Customer Service) 1-800-694-8989 (24 Hour Emergency)

Water City, 620-525-6279

OTHER SERVICES

Medical Care

Pawnee Valley Community Hospital 923 Carroll, Larned 620-285-3161

Post Office

Elliott Christopherson 202 Elm, 620-525-6631

Zip Code 67523

Pawnee River

Council members can be reached at the city office, – Maggie Burkhart

Hall, 207½ Elm, John Thomas

History at the heart of Kansas

In the heart of Pawnee County, where the Santa Fe Trail once echoed with wagon wheels and cavalry boots, Larned, stands as a city that blends rich frontier history with a vibrant, community-centered present. With its deep roots, welcoming spirit, and commitment to progress, Larned is more than a place on the map — it’s a place to call home.

Founded in the 1870s and named after nearby Fort Larned, the city of Larned grew alongside the expansion of the Santa Fe Trail. Today, history continues to shape the town’s identity, beginning with the Fort Larned National Historic Site — one of the best-preserved frontier forts in the nation. Visitors can explore original 1860s buildings, interact with living history reenactors, and imagine life during a pivotal era of American westward expansion.

Just down the road, the Santa Fe Trail Center Museum offers a deep dive into the trail’s impact on American trade, migration, and culture. Combined, these sites give Larned a historical depth that few small towns can claim. While Larned honors its past, it’s equally focused on serving the needs of today’s residents. As the county seat, Larned is home to Pawnee Valley Community Hospital, a modern, full-service facility providing high-quality care to the region. From emergency services to specialty clin-

role in mental health care across Kansas, bringing both economic impact and a compassionate mission to the community.

In Larned, the pace is slower — but the people are energized. With strong schools, active churches, and a calendar full of community events, there’s always something happening. From Santa Fe Trail Days to fall festivals, parades, and holiday gatherings, Larned is a town where everyone shows up and pitches in.

Downtown, you’ll ﬁnd a growing mix of local businesses — boutiques, restaurants, salons, and even a beautifully restored State Theater, bringing movies and live events back to Main Street. The city has embraced downtown revitalization efforts, preserving its historic charm while encouraging new investment and entrepreneurship.

Surrounded by prairie, farmland, and quiet backroads, Larned offers stunning Kansas landscapes and plenty of outdoor opportunities. Whether it’s a day trip to Pawnee Rock, an afternoon at Doerr-Vernon Park, or a quiet evening watching the sunset over wheat ﬁelds, nature is always just a few steps away.

With a strong sense of identity and a clear vision for the future, Larned continues to invest in its people, its infrastructure, and its quality of life. It’s a town that understands where it came from — but isn’t done writing

Whether you’re drawn to the history, the hospitality, or the horizon, Larned, welcomes you with the same spirit that built the frontier — resilient, proud, and always look-

LARNED

The city is governed by the mayor and city council. The city manager is hired by the city council and provides administrative services. City elections are held every year. The mayor is elected from the city at large for a two-year term. Council members are elected for two years from their respective wards and serve staggered terms with an election of one position in each ward annually. There is no limit on the number of terms that may be served.

The Larned City Council meets at 6:30 p.m. on the first Monday of each month at 417 Broadway.

Council members can be reached at the city office, 620-285-8500.

CITY COUNCIL

Mayor – William Nusser williamnusser@gmail.com

1st Ward – Rusty McClendon

620-804-6098

1st Ward – Gary Rainbolt

620-285-6554

2nd Ward – Terry Clark 620-285-9011

2nd Ward –Jacques Molleker

620-285-7202

3rd Ward – Jason Murray

620-804-1345

3rd Ward – Josh Riedel 620-804-1684

4th Ward – Kim Barnes 620-285-3541

Municipal Judge –

Julie Fletcher Cowell

Police Chief – Antonio Hearn, Inerim Chief of Police

Fire Chief – Antonio Hearn

EMS Director – Kara Lawrence

MUNICIPAL OFFICES

City Clerk 417 Broadway 620-285-8500

Police Department 419 Broadway 620-285-8545

Animal Control

Larned Police Department 419 Broadway 620-285-8545

Fire Department

Antonio Hearn, Fire Chief 814 Main 620-285-8520

Emergency Medical Service Kara Lawrence, Pawnee County

EMS director 123 W. 9th 620-285-8505

Larned Swimming Pool 620-285-8570

Municipal Court 417 Broadway, 620-285-8500

Parks/Cemetery

620-285-8535 620-285-8500 (records)

Building Inspection Will Tice 620-285-8509

Pawnee Sanitation 620-285-7780

MEDICAL CARE

Pawnee Valley Community Hospital 923 Carroll 620-285-3161

UTILITIES

Electric, Water, Trash, Sewer City of Larned 620-285-8500

Gas

Kansas Gas Service 800-794-4780

OTHER SERVICES

Larned Community Center Mike Seeman

Larned Recreation Director 1500 North Toles 620-285-6002

Larned Country Club

Consists of a nine hole golf course and a clubhouse located in Edwards Park. 611 E. 14th 620-285-3935

Moffett Stadium 318 Mann Stadium has a seating capacity of 1,100 with a baseball diamond and tennis courts.

Poison Control

800-332-6633

Recyling 620-285-8555

Jordaan Memorial Park 18th & Toles

Softball fields, Pawnee County Fair Facilities, John Haas Building for rent, walking path with exercise stations, and Community Center.

Lowery Park

544 W. 1st

Park benches and glider, statuary and monuments, drinking water hydrant, off-street parking, playground equipment, basketball court, ball field, Zebulon Pike Plaza, Youth Building for rent.

Schnack Park

544 W. 1st

Shelter house, playground equipment, charcoal grills, picnic tables, restrooms, swimming pool, duck pond, skateboard park and train.

South East

Neighborhood Park 3rd & Park

Playground equipment.

CEMETERY

The city owns and maintains the cemetery located one mile west of Larned on 8th Street. Records and maps are located at City Hall.

AIRPORT

The Larned-Pawnee County Airport is located one mile north and one mile east of Larned. A 4,200 ft. paved and lighted runway is featured. Rental

A quiet stop with a storied past

Just off U.S. Highway 56, between Larned and Kinsley, sits the small town of Garﬁeld, a quiet community with a name that echoes presidential history and a heart that beats with classic rural values. While it may not be large, Garﬁeld is full of personality, pride, and the kind of peacefulness that draws travelers to the Kansas prairie.

Garfield was founded in the 1870s during the era of westward expansion, and in 1881, the town was renamed in honor of James A. Garfield, the 20th President of the United States, following his assassination. Like many prairie towns, Garfield began as a stop on the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway, which brought commerce, settlers, and a sense of promise to the rolling plains of Pawnee County.

The town grew around agriculture, and today it remains surrounded by farms and ﬁelds that produce wheat, corn, and sorghum, testaments to generations of hardworking families who have made their living from the land.

With a population of under 200, Garﬁeld isn’t a place of hustle and bustle, but that’s exactly what its residents love about it. Life here moves at a slower pace. Neighbors know each

other by name, trafﬁc consists mostly of grain trucks and tractors, and the sky stretches wide and uninterrupted across the horizon.

Garﬁeld is a community of front porches, volunteer spirit, and strong ties to the land. While larger towns are just a short drive away, Garﬁeld offers a lifestyle that feels miles away from the noise and stress of modern life.

Garﬁeld’s location along the Santa Fe Trail places it within one of the most signiﬁcant corridors of American westward migration. Modernday travelers still follow this path as they pass through the region, often unaware they’re driving on a road steeped in history. Locals embrace that legacy, and the town serves as a quiet waypoint for those tracing the story of the American frontier.

Though small, Garﬁeld has always valued community. From town picnics and local events to holiday traditions, there’s a strong sense of belonging here. Residents lend a hand when needed, support one another through seasons of change, and take pride in maintaining their homes, their history, and their town.

CITY COUNCIL

Mayor – Kevin Ford

620-569-2538

Council Members

Councilman – Caleb Prescott 620-804-3056

Councilman – Kevin Ford 620-569-2538

The City Council meets at 7:00 p.m. on the first Monday of each month at the City Building, 217 3rd St

City Departments

City Clerk – Pam Zimmerman 620-253-4065

City Treasurer – Connie Hughes 620-339-9443

Fire Chief –Thomas Prescott, 620-804-3435

City Maintenance Supervisor –Gatlin Hoch, 620-804-3422

Utilities

Electric

Midwest Energy 800-222-3121

Gas

Kansas Gas Service 800-794-4782

OTHER SERVICES

Sewer

Steve Blackburn, 620-560-2392

Post Office 213 Third, 620-569-2210

Trash Service

Unruh Brothers, Great Bend 620-796-2257

Medical Care

Pawnee Valley Community Hospital 923 Carroll, Larned 620-285-3161

Zip Code - 67529

GARFIELD

Small town, strong roots

In the wide-open plains of western Pawnee County, just a few miles north of the Arkansas River, sits the quiet town of Rozel, a community that may be small in size but stands tall in heart and heritage. With a population of just over 150, Rozel is the kind of town where the horizon stretches forever, the stars shine brighter, and the people know what it means to truly belong.

Rozel was established in the early 1900s, growing up alongside the railroad and the surrounding farmland that would become the backbone of its local economy. The town is believed to be named after the daughter of one of its early settlers, and like so many towns across Kansas, it took root during a time of expansion, optimism, and determination.

That determination still deﬁnes Rozel today. Generations of families have called this place home, raising crops, cattle, and kids in a landscape shaped by hard work and resilience. The rhythm of the seasons still guides daily life here, from spring planting to fall harvest.

Rozel shares a school district with neighboring Burdett, forming Pawnee Heights USD 496, a vital part of both communities and the heartbeat of the area. The Pawnee Heights Tigers bring people together, not just for sports and

school events, but as a symbol of unity and pride across western Pawnee County. In towns like Rozel, the school isn’t just a building, it’s where generations gather, learn, and connect.

Rozel is surrounded by the kind of wide, open prairie that defines the Kansas landscape, sunrises that light up endless fields, calm nights filled with the sounds of crickets and wind through the grass, and skies so big they feel like a dome stretching from one edge of the world to the other.

It’s this peace, this space to breathe, that makes Rozel special. While larger towns like Larned offer nearby amenities, Rozel offers something that can’t be bought, quiet, freedom, and a deep connection to the land and one another.

Though the population is small, Rozel’s spirit is strong. Neighbors look out for one another, lend a hand when times are tough, and celebrate life’s milestones together. From church gatherings and summer cookouts to cheering on the Tigers on a Friday night, there’s a deep sense of togetherness that holds this prairie town together.

CITY COUNCIL

Mayor – Erin Josefiak

620-923-6302 (c)

Council Members

Councilwoman – Pam Spreier

Councilwoman – Tonya Patterson

Councilman – Terry Ryan

Councilwoman – Faye Grandy

Councilman – Ritch Foos

Council members meet at 7:00 p.m. on the second Monday of each month at the City Building, 110 Main Street, except for the summer months from June through October at 8:00 p.m. at the Rozel Community Center at 105 Main St. The office is open Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.; Tuesday 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

CITY DEPARTMENTS

City Attorney – Spencer Bailey 620-792-8231

City Clerk – Becca Nash 620-527-4399

City Superintendent – Shaun Boese

620-527-4399

Fire Chief –620-527-4399

UTILITIES

Electric Midwest Energy 800-222-3121

Gas

Black Hills Energy 1-888-890-5554 (Customer Service) 1-800-694-8989 (24 Hour Emergency)

Water & Sewer

City Office 620-527-4399

OTHER SERVICES

Post Office

108 Main

620-527-4229

Medical Care

Pawnee Valley Community Hospital 923 Carroll 620-285-3161

Zip Code - 67574

Pawnee County

GREAT BEND

Where adventure meets the heartland

Set in the heart of central Kansas, Great Bend lives up to its name. Curving along the Arkansas River and nestled just north of the world-famous Cheyenne Bottoms, this dynamic city blends small-town charm with big opportunities for exploration, culture, and recreation. Whether you’re looking for an unforgettable outdoor adventure, a weekend of local flavor, or a glimpse of authentic Midwestern hospitality, Great Bend welcomes you.

For nature lovers and birders, Great Bend is a global destination. Just outside it’s city limits lies Cheyenne Bottoms, the largest inland wetland in the United States. As part of the Central Flyway, this natural wonder attracts hundreds of thousands of migratory birds each year, from whooping cranes to shorebirds to waterfowl. Visitors can explore the wetlands via scenic drives, observation towers, and interpretive trails, or dive deeper with a visit to the Kansas Wetlands Education Center, where interactive exhibits bring the marsh to life.

Looking for more outdoor fun? Great Bend boasts a network of parks, playgrounds, hiking trails, and the Arkansas River Trail, ideal for walking, biking, or a peaceful moment by the water. Don’t miss Veterans

The city is governed by the mayor and city council. Council members meet at 6:30 p.m. on the first and third Monday of each month in the City Council chambers at 1209 Williams.

All governing body members serve two-year terms. Mayor and council members can be reached through City Hall, 1209 Williams, 620-793-4111.

CITY COUNCIL

Mayor – Cody Schmidt

First Ward

Gary Parr – 620-639-6777

Alan Moeder – 620-793-9052

Second Ward

Kevyn Soupiset – 620-791-7082

Jolene Biggs – 620-793-3443

Third Ward

Spaugh Zoo offers free admission and a close-up look at everything from lions and leopards to reptiles and prairie dogs. Nearby, the Wetlands Waterpark is a favorite summer destination, complete with slides, lazy river, and splash zones.

You’ll also find fun seasonal events year-round, including Party in the Park, Big Bend Bash, Holiday Festival & Parade, and the Barton County Fair, each bringing music, food, rides, and a strong sense of community celebration.

CVB Director/Community Coordinator

Hoyt Kinsinger, Tyler DeForest – 620-791-5010

City Television Channel 20

City information and current events.

U.S. Post Office

2100 16th St., 620-792-4381

Zip Code 67530

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

LARNED

4-H Clubs of Pawnee County

Pawnee County

Extension Office

715 Broadway, Rm. 6, Larned 620-285-6901

The Pawnee County clubs are Gem Dandys, Pawnee Peppers, Tiny Toilers, Western Wranglers, Zook Zippers.

Walter S. Chears

American Legion Post 106 620-617-4314

Commander Larrie Henning

American Legion Auxiliary Post 106

Veterans of Foreign Wars

Jack Kreiger Post No. 7271 1411 105th Ave., P.O. Box 194 863-242-8198

Commander Tristan Gill

VFW Auxiliary Post No. 7271 502 W. 5th, Larned Karen Gilkey, 620-324-1008

DAR

Donna Campbell, Regent 620-804-0704

FCE Units in Pawnee County

Pawnee County

Extension Office

Rm. 6, 715 Broadway, Larned 620-285-6901

The unit in Pawnee County is Sunflower Homemakers FCE.

Knights of Columbus

620-285-6547

Meets 1st Tuesday, 7:00 p.m. 1216 M Road, Larned

Larned Garden Club

Janet Skelton, 620-285-5073

Meets 4th Friday, 2:00 p.m. at Chamber of Commerce meeting room.

Larned Music Club

Meets 2nd Tuesday, 6:30 p.m.

September-May at Larned Chamber of Commerce building, Jordaan Club Room.

Larned Civic PRIDE

620-285-6901

Meets every Monday of the month except the first one. Most meetings are held at Pawnee Valley Hospital.

Larned Quilting Bees

Meets 1st and 3rd Tuesday 7:00 p.m. at Larned Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall, 8th and Morris.

Laureate Beta Nu

Debbie Keast, 620-804-1488

Meets 2nd Tuesday, 7:00 p.m. during the school year. Meets in member’s homes.

Noon Lions Club

Cathy Clapham larnednoonlionsclub@gmail.com

Meets Wednesday at noon at the Larned Chamber of Commerce, Jordaan Club Room.

Fort Larned Lions Club

Steven Lewis, 620-285-1609 shadow67550@yahoo.com

Meets 1st and 3rd Monday, 6:00 p.m. at Saints Mary and Martha of Bethany Episcopal Church 803 Main St., Larned.

Pawnee Co. Farmers Union

Tom Giessel, 620-285-2517

P.E.O.

Nancy Adams, 620-285-2053

Prairie Arts Unlimited

Dedicated to bringing art to Larned PAU - Facebook, Larned PAU.

Women’s Golf Association

620-285-3935

Frederick A. Browne

American Legion Post 280 206 Elm, Burdett

American Legion

Auxiliary Post 280

American Legion Community Building 206 Elm St., Burdett

Volunteer Fire Department

Keenan Rasmussen, 620-393-1475

Meets 2nd Sunday at the Fire Station 209 Elm, Burdett.

ROZEL

Rozel Lions Club

620-285-5567

Meets 3rd Monday September - May, 7:00 p.m. at Community Center, 105 Main St.

SUPPORT SERVICES

ADULT PROTECTIVE SERVICES

Elder or dependent adult abuse can be physical, psychological, sexual, emotional or financial. Abusers can be caregivers, acquaintances or family members.

Report Abuse

Kansas Department for Aging and Services 800-922-5330

Nursing Home Complaints

Kansas Department of Health & Environment, 800-842-0078

ALCOHOLISM/SUBSTANCE ABUSE

NA Larned Main St. Group 501 Main

Alcoholics Anonymous 504 Broadway

AUTISM SUPPORT

Sunﬂower Diversiﬁed Services, Inc.

Early Education Center 1312 Patton, Great Bend 620-792-4087

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Autism program. Serving children birth to entering kindergarten.

CHILD CARE SUPPORT

Kansas Department for Children and Families

888-369-4777

Employed parents financial help with child care expenses. (Cash assistance) www.dcf.ks.gov

DEVELOPMENTALLY DISABLED

Sunﬂower Diversiﬁed Services

5611 10th St., Great Bend 620-792-1325

Vocational training assistance, early childhood intervention/education, support services for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

Family Crisis Center Inc. Great Bend, 620-792-1885 1-866-792-1885 (24 hour crisis line)

ECONOMIC

& EMPLOYMENT SUPPORT

Social and Rehabilitation Services

1304 Kansas St., Larned 620-285-4630

Temporary assistance for families (cash assistance), food assistance, medical assistance, child care assistance and general assistance.

EMERGENCY SERVICE AID

American Red Cross

Central and Western Kansas 120 W. Prescott Salina, KS 67401, 1-785-827-3644 www.redcross.org

Helping Hands Ministries

501 Main St., Larned 620-910-7374

Pam Corby, Director

Open Tuesday and Thursday 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Provides emergency assistance to local persons; Salvation Army vouchers also available to assist with clothing, rent, utilities, glasses, prescriptions, etc.

Transient assistance for lodging and food. Disaster assistance is also available. larnedhh@att.net

Pawnee County Ministerial Alliance

Provides emergency aid. Most pastors in Pawnee County are contacts.

United Way of Central Kansas 2000 Washington, Great Bend Charell Owings, 620-792-2403

Orphan Grain Train

501 Main St., Larned Lois Eye, 620-804-0019

Open10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. the 2nd & 4th Saturday or by appointment. Donate clothes to be shipped to third world countries.

FAMILY PRESERVATION

Kansas Dept. for Children and Families

785-296-4653

Intensive in-home services are provided through a contract with a Child Welfare Case Management Provider.

FAMILY SERVICE

Healthy Families Kansas Children’s Service League 3520 Lakin Ave. Suite 107, Great Bend 620-603-8442 ext. 1922

Vicki Richardson Family Engagement Coordinator 620-868-0139 (cell) vrichardson@kcsl.org

Healthy Families of Barton, Rush, Pawnee and Stafford counties is a service that partners with parents to build a community of happy, healthy, safe and smart children ready for school.

FOOD SERVICES

Friendship Meals 113 W. 4th, Larned, 620-285-3504

Pawnee County Food Pantry 501 Main Street, Larned Linda Wyman, 620-285-3449

Open Tuesday and Thursday 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

HOSPICE CARE

Golden Belt Home Health and Hospice 3421 Forest, Great Bend, 620-792-8171

Gentiva Hospice 888-436-8482

IN HOME SERVICES OLDER ADULTS

ElderCare, Inc. 2817 9th St., Great Bend, 620-792-5942

MENTAL ILLNESS

The Center for Counseling & Consultation 5815 Broadway, Great Bend, 620-792-2544

A Full Service, Licensed, Community Mental Health Center www.thecentergb.org

SEXUAL ASSAULT

Family Crisis Center Inc. Great Bend, 620-792-1885

Kansas Coalition Against Sexual and Domestic Violence

SENIOR SERVICES

The Welcome Inn Leisure Center in Larned and the Burdett Senior Center both serve as community centers where Pawnee County’s older residents can come together for coffees, meetings and other activities. The Welcome Inn is also a Friendship Meal site.

Welcome Inn Leisure Center

113 W. Fourth St., Larned 620-285-3504

Open 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Monday through Friday

The building can be rented.

Lunch is served Monday through Friday at noon.

Lunch is $3.50 for those 60 years or older and $7.00 for those younger than 60.

Take-out meals and frozen meals are available. Home-delivered meals are also available Monday through Friday for eligible persons.

Exercise equipment is available for use from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Monday - Friday

Activities and meeting times:

• Friendship Meals

Monday through Friday, noon

• Nutrition programs

• Yoga Monday and Thursday 11:00 a.m.

1st and 3rd Friday

9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

• Ladies’ Coffee Tuesday & Thursday 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

• Other activities during the winter months

Pawnee County Health Department 715 Broadway, Larned 620-285-6963 or 1-800-211-4401

Fax: 620-285-3246 www.pawneecountyks.org

Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 7:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Tuesday 1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Closed to the public: 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Phones are answered

SERVICES AVAILABLE FOR PAWNEE COUNTY

Disabled Placard and/or Plate

Pawnee County Treasurer

715 Broadway, Larned, 620285-3746

ElderCare Inc.

www.eldercareks.org

Office hours

8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday 2817 9th St., Great Bend 620-792-5942

Services include home services such as care management, personal care, homemaker, respite, medication management, nutrition management, wellness checks with a Registered Nurse and companionship.

Emergency Alert Device

Golden Belt Telephone Rush Center

785-372-4236 or 800-432-7965

Employment

The Older Kansans Employment Program (OKEP) is funded by the Kansas Legislature through the Kansas Department of Commerce to assist individuals age 55 and older in obtaining gainful employment. The Senior Community Service

Senior Health Insurance Counseling for Kansas

dential Counseling: An opportunity to speak with real people, not automated systems

• Employment and Medicare

• Disability and Medicare

• Supplemental Rate Comparisons via the Kansas Insurance Department Website

Employment Program (SCSEP) is a federally-funded, work-based training program providing economically disadvantaged older persons the opportunity to gain key work skills necessary for viable employment. SWKAAA is the contracted provider for these and other employment services.

Jordaan Memorial Library

724 Broadway, Larned 620-285-2876

Large print books, audio books, magazines, DVDs, meeting room, copy machine, Internet access, microfilm reader, microfilm of Pawnee County newspapers and censuses, magnifiers and vision aids. The library can also get Talking Books.

Legal services

Elder Law Hotline, 888-3535337, is a project of Kansas Legal Service. At the tollfree hotline, attorneys answer questions in civil cases for Kansans age 60 or older. Free or low cost assistance for cases may be referred to a local Senior Citizens Law Project attorney or a private attorney. Hours are 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Help is available in English or Spanish.

The SouthWest Kansas Area Agency on Aging (SWKAAA)

1905 Washington St. Great Bend, 620-793-6633

236 San Jose Drive, Dodge City, 800-742-9531

www.swkaaa.org

SWKAAA has information vital for senior citizens’ wellbeing and lifestyle. Printed materials can be picked up at either senior center.

• Assistance with Medicare Part D - Prescription Drug Coverage

Senior Services

Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services kdads.ks.gov

Center dispatches transportation which is available to anybody who needs it, not just senior citizens. At this time they cannot provide for wheelchair passengers. Call 620-285-3504 Monday - Friday.

The fare for in-town transportation is $2 per person. There must be a 48 hour notice.

HOUSING AUTHORITIES AND SUBSIDIZED HOUSING

Apartments for age 62+ or handicapped or assistance for families under age 62

Pawnee Plaza 1801 Broadway, P.O. Box 8,

620-792-3299

HOI was founded in 1995 as a Community Housing Development Organization to develop affordable housing projects in a threecounty area. Pawnee County projects include Prairie Villas (1001 W 13th St.), Hearthstone (417 W. 18th St.), MeadowBrooks (North of 18th Street), and Street of Dreams (223 W. 17th St., all ages). HOI also manages the City-owned Larned Dream Homes (113 E. 20th St., all ages).

LONG-TERM CARE, NURSING HOMES, ASSISTED LIVING, INDEPENDENT LIVING

Where Service Makes the Difference

Great Bend Appliance, Furniture, and Sleepsource has proudly served the residents of Great Bend and the surrounding area for 27 years. Our knowledgeable sales experts and skilled service technicians are committed to providing exceptional support for all major appliances, furniture, and many other products. As your trusted local provider, we prioritize quality products and reliable service to make a real difference. Visit us today and experience the service that sets us apart!

Pawnee County

BAPTIST

First Southern Baptist Church 1224 Corse Ave., Larned

Sunday school: 9:30 a.m.

Sunday worship: 10:45 a.m.

Independent Baptist Church 124 E. 14th St., Larned 620-245-7733

Sunday school: 9:30 a.m.

Sunday worship: 10:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday worship: 7:00 p.m.

CATHOLIC

Sacred Heart Church 1111 State Street, Larned 620-285-2035

Father Patrick Otor

Sunday Mass: 10:30 a.m.

Saturday Mass: 5:00 p.m.

CHURCH OF CHRIST

Larned Church of Christ 1515 Carroll Ave., Larned

EPISCOPAL

Sts. Mary & Martha of Bethany

Episcopal Church 803 Main St., Larned 620-285-6503

Rev. Mark Cowell

Sunday worship: 10:00 a.m.

LUTHERAN – ELCA

Garfield Lutheran Church 203 Sherman, Garfield

Sunday worship: 9:00 a.m. Sunday school: 10:15 a.m.

620-285-7377

Rozel Christian Fellowship Smith & Edwards Street, Rozel 620-525-1500

Pastor Stan Bryant

Saturday worship: 7:30 p.m.

Covered dish dinner: 6:30 p.m. The Creation Museum is open next door to the church, by appointment. Call for a tour.

Sunday worship: 11:00 a.m.

UNITED METHODIST

First United Methodist Church 701 Main, Larned 620-285-3183

Rev. Angela DeFisher Sunday worship: 10:15 a.m. www.larnedumc.org

Garfield United Methodist 204 Sherman, Garfield 620-285-3183 (Larned office)

Rev. Angela DeFisher Sunday worship: 8:45 a.m. www.larnedumc.org

Trinity Lutheran Church

Worship & Education Schedule

Saturday Worship - 5:00 p.m. Sunday Worship - 10:30 a.m. Sunday School - 9:15 a.m.

KICKS Midweek Education, Wednesdays during school year, 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

TLC Discoveries After-School Program and Little Blessings Preschool: 620-793-8816

2701-24th Street, Great Bend, Kansas 620-793-7894

Office Hours: 9:00-Noon Monday-Friday http://tlcgbks.wix.com/trinity-church trinitychrch@hotmail.com

Facebook Page: TrinityLutheranChurchKS LCMC/ NALC Affiliate

www.perkscoffeeshop.com

HELPFUL NUMBERS

There’s an emergency.

Police and fire departments – 911

There’s a power outage in your neighborhood.

KPL – 620-285-8585

Midwest Energy, Garfield, Rozel & Burdett - 800-222-3121

You suspect child abuse.

Kansas Department for Children & Families – 620-792-5324

Pawnee County Sheriff 620-285-2211

Larned Police – 620-285-8545

You smell gas.

Kansas Gas Service 888-482-4950

Black Hills Energy, Burdett 800-694-8989

You have a zoning question.

Burdett – 620-525-6279

Garfield – 620-569-2538

Larned – 620-285-8500

Pawnee County – 620-285-6141

Rozel – 620-527-4399

POST OFFICES

Burdett 67523

202 Elm, 620-525-6631

Monday-Friday:

8:00 a.m. - noon

Saturday:

9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Garfield 67529 213 3rd, 620-569-2210

Monday-Friday:

8:00 a.m. - noon

Saturday:

7:45 a.m. - 9:15 a.m.

Rozel 67574

108 N. Main, 620-527-4229

Monday - Friday: 8:00 a.m. - noon

Saturday: 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.

Larned 67550

Postmaster Jon Palmer

803 Broadway

620-285-2791

Monday - Friday:

8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Saturday: 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

You find an injured animal.

Burdett – 620-525-6279

Garfield – Mayor – 620-569-2538

Rozel – City Office – 620-527-4399

Larned Police – 620-285-8545

Pawnee County Sheriff 620-285-2211

You see someone being cruel to an animal.

Burdett – 620-525-6279

Garfield – Mayor – 620-569-2538

Rozel – City Office – 620-527-4399

Larned Police – 620-285-8545

Your pet is at the pound.

Burdett – 620-525-6279

Garfield – Mayor – 620-569-2538

Rozel – City Office – 620-527-4399

Larned Police – 620-285-8545

You want to complain about a parking ticket or loud music.

Pawnee County Sheriff 620-285-2211

Larned Police – 620-285-8545

Your water main breaks. Burdett – 620-525-6279

Garfield – 620-569-2538

Larned – 620-285-8500

You want to register to vote.

Pawnee County Clerk

620-285-3721

You want to talk to the mayor.

Burdett – Linda Schadel

620-923-5416

Garfield – Kevin Ford

620-569-2538

Larned – William Nusser

620-285-8500

Rozel – Erin Josefiak 620-923-6302

You want to know if you live in a flood zone.

Road and Bridge, Noxious Weed, and Zoning Director Joel Davis 715 Broadway, Larned 620-285-6141

You want to know if you are eligible for an affordable rental or housing unit.

Contact a local real estate agent Department of Housing and Urban Development www.hud.gov

Housing counseling for home buyers and renters. 1-800-569-4287

You have a health question.

Pawnee County Health Department 620-285-6963 or 1-800-211-4401

You see someone illegally dumping garbage in an unincorporated area.

Pawnee County Sheriff 620-285-2211

You know of an unsafe sidewalk or street or have a street light problem.

Burdett – 620-525-6279

Garfield – 620-569-2538

Larned – 620-285-8500

Rozel – 620-527-4399

You have a question about water quality.

Burdett – 620-525-6279

Garfield – 620-569-2538

Larned – 620-285-8500

Rozel – 620-527-4399

You want to escape domestic violence. Family Crisis Center 620-792-1885

You want to dispose of household hazardous waste.

Pawnee County Landfill 620-285-2016

You want a business license. Burdett – 620-525-6279

Garfield – 620-569-2538

Larned – 620-285-8500

Rozel – 620-527-4399

You want to dispute your property tax bill.

Pawnee County Treasurer –620-285-3746

You want to subscribe to a local newspaper.

Great Bend Tribune, 2012 Forest Ave., Great Bend 620-792-1211, ext. 213

The Tiller & Toiler 115 W. 15th, Larned 620-285-3111

You have a question about farming activities. Pawnee County Extension 620-285-6901

You need a referral for day care. Pawnee County Health Department 620-285-6963 or 800-211-4401

You are interested in adoption

Larned recycling

Larned’s recycling is maintained and transported by city staff from its drop-off location at 831 E. 14th St. to Sunflower Diversified in Great Bend.

Items accepted

OFFICE PAPER

Pastel paper, envelopes, mailings, file folders, carbonless forms

White ledger paper, typing & copy paper, adding machine tape, computer paper

Green/blue/orange bar paper

White form feed paper, shredded paper, all slick magazine paper

NEWSPAPERS

Published newspapers CORRUGATED CARDBOARD

Heavier cardboard—three layers of paper that include an inside and outside liner.

Shipping boxes, diaper boxes,

Rosewood Bargain Barn 1215 Main St., Great Bend 620-796-2223

Monday-Friday 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Items accepted: Rosewood has created a place for businesses and individuals to donate quality items for sale. Proceeds benefit citizens in local communities who have disabilities.

Rosewood ECycle

2200 Main St., Great Bend 620-603-8348

Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. There’s an outdoor bin for 24-hour drop-off.

Items accepted: All types of electronic waste (E-waste) which means just about anything with an electrical cord (with a few noted exceptions). Rosewood ECycle accepts computers, monitors, printers, fax machines, laptops, televisions, video game consoles, DVD players and VCRs, cameras, cellphones, telephone equipment and just about any other electronic device. Donors will receive a tax deduction receipt when they drop off working electronic equipment for re-sale.

Not accepted: Microwave ovens, cathode ray tubes (CRTs) and refrigerators.

Sunflower Diversified Recycling and Shredding Drop off Center

5605 10th St., Great Bend 620-793-5800

Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Items accepted: Paper, magazines and catalogs, newspapers,

Moving, TV and appliance boxes

Brown paper bags

TIN CANS (Rinsed)

Vegetable cans, soup cans

PLASTIC BOTTLES #1

Plastic pop & juice bottles

PLASTIC BOTTLES #2

Laundry detergent bottles

Coffee containers

PLASTIC MILK JUGS #2 (Rinsed)

(Rinse & Remove Lids)

ALUMINUM CANS

Pop cans (Purchased or Donated)

ALUMINUM

Pie pans, Clean foil

GLASS BOTTLES

(Rinse & Remove Lids)

NO Window Glass

E-WASTE

Flat screen TVs, computers, Computers, monitors, keyboards

NO Tube TVs

corrugated cardboard; plastic; aluminum (cans may be sold or donated); glass jars and bottles; steel or tin cans (rinse); glass bottles, rechargeable batteries & misc. metals; plastic bottles #1 (PET), plastic bottles #2. Anything put into the recycling stream should be clean of any food, particles, grease, etc. RINSE YOUR RECYCLING BEFORE YOU TOSS IT!

Flags are accepted for retirement. The recycling center now accepts E-waste.

Document shredding: Office paper is accepted but will not go through the confidential-shredding process. Confidential shredding services are provided at a per pound rate.

Not accepted: Carbon paper, noncorrugated cardboard, books, wax paper, foil coated paper, colored plastic containers, plastic food wrap, paper towels, photographs, motor oil containers, window glass, batteries, household hazardous waste containers, plastic foam.

Catholic Charities Golden Harvest Thrift Shop

2410 Main St., Great Bend 620-796-7109

Salvation Army Store 2545 10th St., Great Bend 620-792-4299

Goodwill Industries 1705 Main, Great Bend 620-792-4000

Household Hazardous Waste Day

First Saturday in May and October Road & Bridge Shop, 11th and Trail, Larned 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Pawnee County Landfill

1044 K Road, Larned

1.5 miles south of Larned on K-19 south to K Road, then 1/2 mile east on the north side of the road

Supervisor: Kevin Wilson, 620-282-2016

Pawnee County Solid Waste Transfer Station

1044 K Road, Larned

1.5 miles south of Larned on K-19 south to K Road, then 1/2 mile east on the north side of the road

Household Waste: (Transfer Station)

A. Trash should be bagged

B. Furniture, TVs, carpet, five-gallon containers other than chemicals, box springs and mattresses

C. Oil filters with a hole punched in the end and drained

D. Burned trash must be put in plastic bags or box

Burnpit: (No Trash)

A. Tree limbs

Compost: (No Trash)

A. Yard waste grass and leaves, do not bag

White Goods: Appliances (No Trash)

A. Refrigerators, freezers and air conditioners

B. Stoves, furnaces, dishwashers, washers & dryers, water heaters

C. Clean wire will be accepted with no posts in an adjacent area (ask attendant)

Used Oil:

A. No anti-freeze or other liquids

Construction and Demolition Pit: (No trash)

A. Concrete, composition shingles, house demolition debris, plaster, lath and sheetrock (ask attendant)

Freon Disposal

Equipment is now available to safely drain old appliances of all freon before discarding. Call ahead at 620-285-2016 for appointment.

LANDFILL HOURS

Monday-Saturday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Sunday, CLOSED

Note: All trash with mixed loads must be taken to transfer station first Household hazardous waste: 620-285-2016

Art & Life

THINGS TO DO, SEE & ENJOY

ROY PETER BACH AUTO MUSEUM

1411 105th Ave., Larned

Phil Perez, President

Owned and maintained by the Santa Fe Trail Auto Club in Larned, the

2025

SEPTEMBER

Aug. 30Sept. 1 ............Fort Larned Labor Day Weekend Celebration

18....................Larned Area Chamber’s Fall Frenzy

FORT LARNED NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE

1767 K-156, Larned

Visitor Center, 620-285-6911

Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily.

Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day. There is no charge for any of the park’s activities. An authentic army post from the 1860s -1870s on the Santa Fe Trail. Nine restored buildings make it the best preserved Indian Wars military post on the trail.

“THE LAST ALARM”

Larned Cemetery

One mile west of Larned on K-156, then 1/2 mile south. Memorial to fallen Larned firefighters. According to Kansassampler. org, “‘The Last Alarm’ is one of the standout memorials dedicated to fallen Larned firefighters.”

PAWNEE COUNTY AREA ALL VETERANS MEMORIAL

Located in Doerr-Vernon Park at the intersection of Fort Larned Avenue and College Street.

Dedicated to the servicemen and women of Pawnee County and the surrounding area. The engraved memorial includes Veteran Honor Rolls from the Indian Wars to the Modern Era, memorial benches, stones and pavers.

ZEBULON PIKE PLAZA

The Plaza is located on the south edge of Larned on US Highway 56 next to DoerrVernon Park. It commemorates Pike’s nearby crossing of the Pawnee River in October 1806 on his mission to conduct an exploratory expedition of the southwest portion of the Louisiana Purchase.

It provides a reference to Pike and other explorers who traveled the Santa Fe Trail and has a picnic area.

19-21 ..............Santa Fe Trail Center’s Rendezvous Symposium

19-21 ..............Larned All School Reunion

26-27 ..............Larned’s City-Wide Garage Sale

26-27 ..............Larned Art Show

28....................Larned Area Chamber’s 35th Annual Last Chance Golf Tournament

OCTOBER

5......................Santa Fe Trail Auto Club’s Annual Car Show in the Park 11....................Fort Larned Candlelight Tour (by reservation 620-285-6911)

11-12 ..............Santa Fe Trail Center Tired Iron Show

23....................Larned Area Chamber’s Community Banquet

TBD ................Garfield Turkey Shoot

NOVEMBER

9......................Burdett American Legion Auxiliary’s Pheasant Hunter’s Feed 11....................Larned Veterans Day Parade

22....................PVCH Auxiliary Ladies’ Holiday Gift Fair

29....................Small Business Saturday 29....................Garfield Gazebo Lighting

DECEMBER

6......................Larned Area Chamber’s Christmas Celebration & Christmas Parade, Christmas Gift Fairs, Bake Sales, Kiddie Movie & Santa

7......................Rozel Christmas Celebration Community Meal, Parade, Games and Activities for the Whole Family

13....................Larned Civic Pride’s Kiddie Shopping Day

13....................Fort Larned Christmas Past Celebration

13....................Burdett Christmas Celebration Lunch, Drawings, Games and Activities for the Whole Family 2026

JANUARY

TBD ................Santa Fe Trail Center’s Kansas Day Celebration

FEBRUARY

13-14 ..............55th Annual Chamber Antique, Vintage & Collectible Show

MARCH

5......................Pawnee County Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge

APRIL

TBD ................Downtown Larned Spring Shopping

TBD ................Fort Larned’s Mess & Muster

MAY

22-24 ..............35th Annual Santa Fe Trail Days 23-25 ..............Fort Larned Memorial Day Weekend Event

JULY

4......................Old Fashioned 4th of July at Fort Larned 4......................Larned Area Chamber Ambassadors Community Fireworks

4......................Larned Civic Pride’s Santa Fe Run, Walk & Triathlon 22-25 ..............Pawnee County Fair

AUGUST

7......................Moonlight Madness TBD ................Rozel Reunion & Celebration

SEPTEMBER

5-7 ..................Fort Larned Labor Day Weekend Celebration

TBD ................Larned Area Chamber’s Fall Frenzy

27....................Larned Area Chamber’s 36th Annual Last Chance Golf Tournament

Events and dates are subject to change.

ideas, volunteers, and space. My kids, Charlie, Henry, and Cora, help pick the weekly themes, and Charlie even came up with the name “Summertastic!”

We host themed events every Friday in June and July, with activities like baking, science experiments, arts and crafts, guided painting, games, and sensory play. We average about 12 kids per event, and some ﬁll so quickly they have a waitlist. One highlight —

and hometown spirit as the Pawnee County Fair rolls into Larned. This cherished tradition, held the last week of July, draws residents and visitors together for a joyful blend of entertainment, competition, and time-honored traditions.

Festivities begin with pre-fair favorites such as the Family Trap Shoot, Fashion Style Revue, and Dog Show, setting the stage for a full week of activity. From there, the fair kicks into high gear with animal shows, ice cream socials, frog and turtle races, cooking competitions, pie-eating and baking contests, and much more.

At its heart, the fair is a celebration of Pawnee County’s agricultural heritage. Local farmers and 4-H members proudly present livestock, crops, and

For visitors, these exhibits offer more than admiration — they provide a window into the traditions and hard work that sustain rural communities.

The fairgrounds hum with energy as pedal tractor pulls, steak and rib cookoffs, watermelon feeds, games, rodeos, and live entertainment ﬁll the schedule. Food vendors line the walkways with irresistible aromas, serving everything from cotton candy and kettle corn to savory corn dogs — ensuring that no one leaves hungry.

Competition is part of the magic. Whether it’s a pie-baking showdown, a craft display, or a local talent performance, every entry adds color and excitement. Winners take home ribbons and prizes, but the true reward is the pride and recognition earned among friends and neighbors.

Families treasure the fair for the memories it creates — children giggling at the petting zoo, faces painted in bright colors, parents and grandparents catching up under the shade of the grandstands. It’s a place where connections are renewed, stories are shared, and traditions are passed down.

More than just an event, the Pawnee County Fair is a living celebration of community, heritage, and the values that bind Pawnee County together. It extends a warm welcome to all, invit-

at the Pawnee County Fairgrounds, 404 E. 18th Street, Larned, KS.

For schedules and updates, follow coverage in the Great Bend Tribune

Santa Fe Trail Center

Located at 1349 K-156 Highway, on the western edge of Larned, where prairie grasses sway in the Kansas breeze, history comes vividly to life at the Santa Fe Trail Center. This awardwinning museum and cultural complex celebrates the stories, struggles, and triumphs of the people and places shaped by one of America’s most legendary trade routes — the Santa Fe Trail.

Founded in 1974, the Santa Fe Trail Center sits just a stone’s throw from the actual path pioneers, traders, and travelers once followed between Missouri and Santa Fe, New Mexico. The museum’s exhibits explore not only the trail’s bustling commerce but also the diverse cultures it connected, including Native American tribes, Spanish settlers, and American traders.

Inside, visitors can explore a rich collection of artifacts — from wagons and trade goods to clothing, tools, and maps — each offering a glimpse into the grit and determination required for life on the trail. Interactive displays and educational panels make the stories

accessible to all ages, while rotating exhibits keep the experience fresh for returning guests.

The grounds extend the story beyond the museum walls. Several historic buildings have been relocated to the site, including a one-room schoolhouse, a 19th-century church, and a restored sod house, each furnished to reflect its time period. Walking through them feels like stepping into another century, where creaking floors and the smell of aged wood whisper of lives once lived here.

The Santa Fe Trail Center also serves as a hub for community events and heritage celebrations, including the annual Santa Fe Trail Days festival, which brings costumed interpreters, craft demonstrations, and living history programs to life. Whether you’re a history buff, a curious traveler, or a family looking for an engaging day trip, the

Fort Larned

For an authentic glimpse into frontier military life, Fort Larned is a must-visit. The site features nine original buildings carefully restored to their historic condition, along with one reconstructed structure, offering a vivid window into the daily lives of soldiers during the Indian Wars era.

Established to safeguard travelers, trade along the Santa Fe Trail, and mail routes, Fort Larned National Historic Site preserves the architecture, stories, and heritage of this critical frontier outpost.

A notable moment in its history occurred on April 12, 1867, when General Winfield Scott Hancock met with several Cheyenne chiefs at the fort. This meeting paved the way for the Medicine Lodge Treaty, which helped bring an end to Hancock’s War.

Located six miles west of Larned at 1767 K-156, Fort Larned welcomes visi-

that honors the rich heritage and cultural signifi of the legendary Santa Fe Trail. Once a vital trade and migration route stretching from Missouri to Santa Fe, New Mexico, this trail played a crucial role in America’s westward expansion during the 19th century.

Santa Fe Trail Days brings that history to life while uniting e event kicks off with a spirited parade blending local pride and historical tribute.

musical performances create a festive atmosphere, and the beer garden offers a relaxed spot to socialize with friends and neighbors.

The festivities also include family favorites like an outdoor movie night, the ever-popular burger battle, a biscuits and gravy feed, and a mechanical bull challenge — there’s truly something for everyone.

GREAT BEND CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU

Located at the front of the Great Bend Events Center, 3111 10th Street, the Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) plays a vital role in enhancing tourism and driving community engagement. Staffed by a dedicated team, the CVB actively books and bids on major events and conventions — not just for the Events Center, but across Great Bend as a whole. The Events Center proudly serves as an official Kansas Travel Information Center, partnering with State Travel and Tourism to connect visitors with statewide opportunities and experiences.

Continuous improvements are a priority for the CVB and City. Recent upgrades include a sound system in the B-29 Ballroom, an electronic lift to better serve our guest when decorating for events and refreshed landscaping around the front of the building.

The CVB operates under the leadership of CVB Director and Events Center Manager Amanda Gaddis, supported by Visitor Service Representative Sarah Ruble and Maintenance Staff member Joe Trimmer. This dynamic team is fully funded by the Transient Guest Tax collected from hotel stays. 1% of those funds help support and sustain the Events Center facility alongside revenue from hosted events.

The CVB’s mission is to position the Events Center as a premier destination, enriching quality of life for both Great Bend residents and visitors. From promoting local attractions and lodging options to recruiting conventions, tournaments, and meetings, Amanda and her team work tirelessly to put Great Bend on the map.

Every two years, the CVB publishes a fresh edition of the Great Bend Visitors Guide. This essential resource is distributed throughout the state to spotlight Great Bend and welcome newcomers to experience the warmth and excitement of Great Bend.

Ready to explore? Pick up your Visitors Guide today at the Great Bend Events Center.

CVB Board Members

Chairperson:

Allene Owen, Vice Chair:

Mark Mingenback

Members:

Naran Patel

Kathleen Kottas

Toyia Roblyer

Kyle Walters

Darcy Leech

Brooke Haulmark

Jolene Biggs

Curtis Wolf

Chris Umphres

Non-voting members:

Mayor Cody Schmidt

Logan Burns

Megan Barﬁeld

Shawna Schafer

Amanda Gaddis

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BEAUTIFUL DOWNTOWN

GREAT BEND

2025

September

26.........Fridays On Forest

30.........27th Annual Great Bend Tribune’s Women’s Expo Farmers Market Summer Street Stroll on Thursdays

October

9...........IGNITE Competition

16.........Summer Street Stroll Market

Ends

17.........Fridays On Forest 24-25 ...Humane Society Garage Sale

25.........Downtown Halloween Boo Event

November

13.........USD 428

.............Education Foundation Auction

29.........Home for the Holidays Festival and Parade

Cookie & Window Contest, Small Business Saturday, Explore GB Winner Chosen, Free Train, Horse Drawn Wagon & Carriage Rides, Mayor’s Tree Lighting, Free Hotdogs, Hot Chocolate, and Funnel Cakes, Pawsome illuminaries, Santas Around the World Opens, Golden Belt Model Train Display, Trail of Lights Begins

December

1...........Free Ice Skating Begins

6...........GBFD 3rd Annual Holiday Extravaganza

21.........Last Day for Santas Around the World

21.........Last Day for Ice Skating

31.........Trail of Lights Ends

2026

January

29.........Kansas Day!

February

28.........Annual Chamber Awards Night

May

2-3 .......GBHS Variety Show

For more events go to the following websites: www.greatbendks.net www.exploregreatbend.com www.greatbend.org

ALBERT

2025

March

TBD ......Pancake Feed Fundraiser

CLAFLIN

December

TBD ......Christmas Market ELLINWOOD 2025

November 1...........St. Joseph Catholic Church Annual German Buffet 14-15 ...Ellinwood High School Musical

December 4-31 .....Smithsonian Holocaust Exhibit at Ellinwood Library 6...........13th Annual Christkindlmarket

2026

July

TBD ......City Firework Display 16-18 ...53rd Annual After Harvest Festival

Ellinwood Chamber of Commerce: www.ellinwoodchamber.com

HOISINGTON

December 7...........Hoisington Annual Christmas Festivities

BARTON COUNTY EVENTS

2026

February 14.........Chamber Banquet

September 4-7 .......130th Annual Labor Day Celebration

Hoisington Chamber of Commerce: www.hoisingtonkansas.com

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GREAT BEND POINTS OF INTEREST

B-29 BOMBER MEMORIAL PLAZA

Great Bend Municipal Airport entrance

The Great Bend Municipal Airport was constructed in 1943 as a World War II Army Air Force Base to accommodate the B-29 Superfortress bomber.

• Great Bend’s B-29 Memorial Plaza is open to visitors every day, to honor the men and women of the Great Bend Army Air Field and those involved in building, flying and providing support for the B-29 Superfortress.

• No admission charge.

• Self-guided.

BARTON ARTS MOVEMENT

This volunteer-driven initiative exists to create community pride through public art. Since 2020, 14 new mural projects have been installed across Barton County. However, the movement is growing with several local businesses and organizations installing murals of their own!

BAM’s Artistic Points of Interest in Great Bend: Williams Street - murals at the intersections of 12th St., Forest Ave., and 16th St. Main Street - between Charlie’s Place and Dilly & Doc Creative Studio

GREAT BEND ALIVE – FINAL FRIDAYS ON FOREST

Forest Avenue comes alive the last Friday of the month from April to October. Meet your friends on Forest Ave. in downtown Great Bend for some fun! Adult beverages, entertainment, food trucks and games for the kids. Contact Great Bend Economic Development.

Art Alley - located downtown behind Dry Lake Brewing, between Williams & Main St. 10th & Washington St. Kansas Street - Barton County Health Department on Lakin 17th Street Terrace - Al Burns Memorial Field Area Murals: 115 N. Main Street in Hoisington 16 N. Main Street in Ellinwood 108 Main Street & 111 4th Street in Claflin Go to www.bartonartsmovement.com for more information

CHEYENNE BOTTOMS

204 NE 60 Rd, Great Bend 620-793-3066

• The largest marsh in the interior of the United States, designated a “Wetland of International Importance”.

• The Bottoms is one of the most important ecosystems in Kansas and one of the most important migration points for shorebirds in North America.

• A mecca for bird watchers expecially during spring and fall migration.

HEARTLAND FARM

www.heartlandfarm-ks.org 1049 CR 390, Pawnee Rock, 620-923-4585 hfarm@gbta.net

Facebook: HeartlandFarmKS

• Non-profit ministry of the Dominican Sisters of Peace.

• Registered agritourism operator.

• Tours and visitors welcome by appointment.

• Workshops and demonstrations year-round.

• Open-air pavilion, gift shop, arts and fiber studio, walking trails, and labyrinth.

• Organically-managed gardens. Find us at the Summer Street Stroll Farmers Market!

• Great spaces for bird watching.

• Guest housing available for individuals and groups up to nine.

• Official hosting site for Harvest Host.

• Day, short-term, and long-term volunteer opportunities.

• Home to a herd of lovable alpacas.

GREAT BEND’S

ART & WINE WALK

First Friday in May, come on downtown and stroll through the participating stores. See artists displaying their wares and sample some wine. A fun and popular event! Contact the Convention and Visitors Bureau at 620-792-2750.

• Workshops and family activities.

• Free admission, open year round Hours: Monday - Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

• Tour groups welcome.

• Gallery is closed for most college observed holidays.

TRAIL OF LIGHTS GREAT BEND

• Light displays twinkle in various places around town, Brit Spaugh Park & Zoo, Jack Kilby Square, Veteran’s Memorial Park, K96 Hwy & 10th and MORE! Many light displays have been crafted by the City Park Department Employees. For more information contact Great Bend Convention and Visitors Bureau, 620-792-2750 or City of Great Bend 620-793-4111. www.exploregreatbend.com

• The memorial is called “Lurking in the Elephant Grass.”

• Located on the north side of Veteran’s Memorial Park.

• A 13-foot, 250 pound, replica of a Huey helicopter is the centerpiece.

• Plaques note the six Barton County residents who lost their lives.

COUNTY PARKS AND PLAYGROUNDS

Every community in Pawnee County offers its own ﬂavor of recreation, proof that you don’t have to travel far for fun.

In Burdett, visitors can tee off at the Solar System–themed miniature golf course, lovingly maintained by the Burdett Community Pride Club. Balls and clubs are available at the city ofﬁce, making it easy for anyone to play a round. Next door, the park features playground equipment, giving kids plenty of space to climb, slide, and play.

Rozel’s Community Center serves as a hub for both ﬁ tness and gatherings, offering meeting space and an indoor workout facility. Outdoors, the community park includes a playground, basketball courts, and a picnic shelter, while the adjacent ballpark hosts games and practices throughout the year.

In Garﬁeld, two parks welcome travelers right off U.S. 56. On the east end of town, Downey Memorial Park provides a green spot to stretch your legs, while Camp Criley Park, just to the north, offers another peaceful place to relax and enjoy the fresh air.

Larned is home to the county’s only public swimming pool and splash pad, summer favorites that attract visitors from miles around. The historic 92-year-old pool and bathhouse at Schnack/Lowery Park opens each Memorial Day weekend and stays open until just before

school starts. Staffed by local high school and college students, the pool not only offers a place to cool off but also provides meaningful seasonal employment.

Schnack/Lowery Park also boasts a duck pond and a local treasure, the 75-year-old mechanical Schnack Express train. Thanks to local civic groups, Larned Community Pride, and city support, the train has been upgraded with new lights, sound, and mechanical repairs to keep it chugging along for years to come.

The splash pad at Doerr-Vernon Park gives kids a safe and refreshing place to play, often staying open well past pool season while the Kansas weather allows.

For those looking for more structured activity, the Larned Recreation Commission, based at the Larned Community Center, organizes team sports, coordinates use of playing ﬁelds, and provides access to an outdoor walking track next to the Pawnee County Fairgrounds. Golfers can head to the Larned Municipal Golf Course on the east edge of town, a favorite not just for locals but also for college golf teams from across the state.

From splash pads to sunﬂower-dotted parks, ﬁtness centers to historic playground trains, Pawnee County proves that small towns can offer a surprisingly wide range of ways to play.

GREAT BEND BRIT SPAUGH ZOO

The Great Bend Zoo, named for its founder Brit Spaugh, connects visitors with amazing animals from around the world and also maintains a Raptor Rehabilitation Program. The zoo is consistently working to improve the facility for both the animals and the community. New projects and updates are being completed regularly. In 2025, the zoo is focusing on improving accessibility and safety with new sidewalks and fencing.

Some of the more recent animal additions have included endangered clouded leopards, a rare pileated gibbon and a Hermann’s tortoise. Guests also enjoy the unusual capybaras and playful lemurs. The grizzly bear exhibit continues to be a favorite as visitors can watch the bears play in their private pool and stream.

The Raptor Center includes a gift shop, restrooms and small animal exhibits. There are wagons and mobility carts available to rent. Wheelchairs and sensory processing accessories are also available for use.

Open year-round (except Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Thanksgiving) from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., the zoo is fun and educational — and admission is free! A membership to the Great Bend Zoological Society is $25 for an entire family and provides special benefits while supporting zoo projects.

When summer arrives, there’s one local attraction that’s guaranteed to make a splash: the Great Bend aquatic center – Wetlands Waterpark.

Weather permitting, the pool is open from 12:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. daily from Memorial Day weekend in May to midAugust. Once things heat up, the pool is also open for Family Nights from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM on Tuesdays and Thursdays. It’s located in Brit Spaugh Park at 2303 Main Street next to Brit Spaugh Zoo.

More than just a municipal swimming pool, the water park’s fun wetlands artwork and big play features make it a unique, regional attraction.

The pool features seven water slides, zero-depth entry for small children, spray features, floatables that separate the deep end from the shallow end, a climbing wall and a 300-gallon tipping bucket that periodically spills onto those who dare to stand under it.

For those taking a break in the shaded areas, there are brightly colored umbrellas and a concession stand. Visitors can also find green grass and a bathhouse for changing.

Admission to the Wetlands is $3 for youths 3-17 years old, $4 for adults 18 and older, and free for children under the age of 3. Admission on Family Nights is $2, and discount passes good for 15 visits are available for private parties and special events. For more information call 620-792-1516 during the pool season. Outside of the pool season contact Parks Superintendent Scott Keeler at the City Office, 620793-4111.

The Great Bend Recreation Commission offers summer swimming lessons taught by American Red Cross Certified Water Safety Instructors and GBRC water safety aides. For more information contact Recreation Program Coordinator Megan Hammeke by calling 620-792-2604.

Wetlands Waterpark

Pawnee County offers abundant opportunities for hunting, ﬁshing, and camping, making it a true destination for outdoor enthusiasts.

A favorite local spot, the Larned Fishing Pond, is open to the public year-round. This small, well-kept pond is perfect for both beginners and seasoned anglers looking for a peaceful day on the water. Regularly stocked with black crappie, bluegill, carp, channel catﬁsh, and largemouth bass, it’s a reliable place to reel in a good catch. Nearby picnic tables, shaded areas, and restroom facilities make it an easy choice for a family outing or a quiet afternoon in nature.

Before heading out, remember that a valid Kansas Hunting or Fishing License is required. Licenses can be purchased online at www.ksoutdoors.com/License-Permits.

For hunters, the Kansas Depart-

CAMPING AREAS

PAWNEE COUNTY

LARNED

Camp Pawnee

4 miles west of Larned on 56 to K-264, 1/2 mile south 620-285-3721

Lodge with full kitchen and screened porch available for rent. 14 sites with electrical hookups, restrooms, water hydrant available. Playground and walking trail.

Larned RV Park

802 E. 14th Street, 620-264-3110

12 sites, Full hookups

(KDWPT) partners with local landowners through the Walk-In Hunting Area (WIHA) program. These agreements open private lands to public hunting while providing compensation to farmers — creating a win-win for the community and sportsmen alike.

Santa Fe Trail RV 125 South State Street 620-793-2809

Full hookups

West Wind Villas 1601 Sycamore Drive 620-860-2737

Full hookups, Wi-Fi, clubhouse and pool. Vacation stays, long-term or permanent residents www.westwindvillas.com

BARTON COUNTY

GREAT BEND

All Seasons Mobile Home & RV Park 4 NW 30 Road, 620-793-9601

Wildlife Biologist: 620-450-7215

Fisheries Biologist: 620-227-8609

Natural Resources Ofﬁcer: 620-770-9564

Full hookups, showers, cable, Wi-Fi, storm shelter, private patios

Cottonwood Grove R.V. Park 2800 N. Main, 620-792-4558

Full hookups and cable

Kiowa Kamp Grounds 517 Kiowa Rd. 620-793-3160

Full hookups, Wi-Fi

HOISINGTON

Hoisington RV Park 1200 Susank Rd. 620-653-4050

Exercise facility, showers, dump station, full hookups

Cheyenne Bottoms

A primitive camping area is available at Cheyenne Bottoms Wildlife Area at the roadside area on NE 40 Road, 1 mile west of the area headquarters

ELLINWOOD

Wolf Pond Santa Fe and Fritz 620-564-3161

Electric, water

SANTA FE TRAIL RV

IMAGINATION

CAVANAUGH

VETERAN’S

Small-Town Treasures Connecting Communities

In Pawnee County, libraries are more than quiet buildings filled with books, they are vibrant community anchors that bring people together, spark curiosity, and open doors to learning. Whether in the county seat of Larned or the smaller towns of Burdett and Garfield, these local libraries play a vital role in daily life.

Jordaan Memorial Library – Larned

The Jordaan Memorial Library is the heart of Larned’s cultural and educational scene. Beyond offering an extensive collection of books, the library hosts book clubs, author talks, children’s programs, and community workshops. It serves as a welcoming space for meetings, learning, and social connection, an invaluable public space in a small town setting.

Pawnee Heights Community Library –Burdett

Housed within Pawnee Heights School, this library doubles as a learning hub for students and a resource for the entire community. Residents can check out books, access computers, and participate in programs designed to foster reading and lifelong learning. By blending educational support with public services, the Pawnee Heights Community Library ensures that Burdett’s rural population has access to the same opportunities as larger towns.

Garfield City Library – Garfield

Small but mighty, the Garfield City Library is a cherished gathering place for its community. It offers a cozy environment for readers of all ages, from preschool story hours to adult programs. The library also serves as an informal meeting space and a touchpoint for local news, events, and resources, keeping neighbors connected in more ways than one.

Like many rural libraries, these three face the challenges of limited budgets and resources. Yet they meet those challenges with creativity and commitment, forming partnerships, applying for grants, and embracing new technologies to expand services.

Libraries in Pawnee County are more than repositories of books; they are lifelines of information, education, and community spirit. Supporting them means investing in the heart of smalltown life, ensuring they can continue to inspire, connect, and serve for generations to come.

Jordaan Memorial Library

Debby Gore, Library Director

724 Broadway St., Larned

620-285-2876

www.jordaanlibrary.com

Hours: Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

The first Saturday of the month 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

The first Monday BEFORE the first Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Closed Sunday

Pawnee Heights Community Library

603 Elm St., Burdett

In the former Pawnee Heights Grade School

Hours: Tuesday 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Saturday 10:00 a.m. - noon

Garfield City Library

City Building 217 3rd St., Garfield 620-569-2385 (City Office)

“A library is not a luxury but one of the necessities of life.”Henry Ward Beecher

Insurance Coverage for Center Pivots

Ag Systems Inc. 810 E. 14th St. (U.S. 56), Larned, only wants the best for their Customers. That is why they utilize Diversiﬁed Agrisurance for their Customers’ center pivot insurance needs. Trouble – even disaster – can happen in the blink of an eye. Don’t wait until you have a claim to ﬁnd out what is and isn’t covered!

When choosing an insurance provider for your “major brand” center pivots, it is important to pick a Company that knows and understands the irrigation business. Diversiﬁed Agrisurance has over 50 years of experience and has b h l l f h d ecome the single largest insurer o mechanized irrigation equipment in the nation! Coverage is provided through Ce C ntral States Indemnity Co. of Omaha, an A+ rated I Insurance Company

Their policy covers most direct physical losses to covered p property. Unlike most of the competitors, their policies do n not depreciate the value of the equipment in the event of a

loss. They pay full cost, less deductible, on pivots up to 35 years of age, to repair or replace, whichever is less, up to the insured value shown on the policy. In addition, coverage is available for sudden structural damage to your pivot caused by or resulting from mechanical or electrical failure for qualifying pivots less than 35 years old. Limited coverage is available on pivots over 35 years of age

Claims always seem to happen at the most inopportune time – usually within the heart of irrigation season. Ag Systems Inc. promises to get you up and running as quick bl ﬁ d l l as possible – Diversi ed Agrisurance can settle most claims quickly with an estimate, photos of damage, and simple proof of loss form!

Is it time for a Center Pivot Insurance Checkup? They have competitive premiums! Feel free to stop in or call Debora Fox-Johnson for your “No Obligation” Quote.

LARNED AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

In 1947, the Larned Area Chamber of Commerce was organized for the purpose of advancing the commercial, industrial, and civic interests of the City of Larned and vicinity, including Rozel, Burdett, and Garfield. In its years of existence as an advocate for the area businesses, the Chamber has seen and encouraged the community’s development.

The Chamber is working creatively to find innovative ways to improve the business atmosphere in Larned and the surrounding areas. By joining the Chamber, you are becoming a partner in the Chamber’s efforts to develop a thriving and dynamic future for the community. Our Mission Statement

The Larned Area Chamber of Commerce creates an interactive partnership to assist in the growth of existing businesses and encourage the development of new businesses in both Larned and Pawnee County.

The Larned Area Chamber of Commerce serves as an information resource center for both businesses and the community.

The Larned Area Chamber of Commerce works to improve the quality of life for the citizens of Pawnee County, making it a better place to live, work and play.

Beneﬁts & Services

• Business Directory Listing

• Newsletter

• Marketing & Advertising

• Annual Events

• Coffee Hours

• Ribbon Cuttings

• After Hours

• Chamber Ambassadors

• Local Business Contests

• Business Development Workshops

• Community Involvement & Inclusion

• EagleMed/AirMedCare Network Members Only Discount

• Get Involved

• Chamber Health Insurance Plan

Pawnee County Economic Development Commission

The A-Priority mission of the Pawnee County Economic Development Commission, each part as a constant priority to receive equal attention, is:

• The retention, expansion and prosperity of agricultural production and agri-business.

• The retention, expansion and prosperity of the State Complex.

• The retention, expansion and prosperity of businesses and institutions existing in the county.

• The creation of new commerce and jobs.

• We are here to provide assistance to businesses and entrepreneurs, including relocation to or within Pawnee County, workforce recruitment, business development and expansion, and financial resources.

Board Members

• Landon Erway, President

• Dr. Mike Burdett, Vice President

• Katherine Roth, Secretary

• Jackie Ehrlich, Treasurer

• Drew Smith

• Jarred Smith

• Jason Murray • Kim Galliart

• Shaun Huff

• Jim Delaney Alexandra Filbert, Executive Director aﬁlbert@gbta.net

Julie Bugner-Smith, Program Coordinator jbugnersmith@gbta.net

LARNED AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE MEMBERS

156 Stop-N-Go

620-525-9156

204 Broadway Ave., Burdett KS 67523

Abbey Carpet & Flooring

620-793-6845

1500 Hwy. 281, Great Bend KS 67530

Ad Astra Appraisal

620-285-9213

1504 L Rd., Larned KS 67550

Ad Astra Radio

620-264-6706

614 Topeka, Larned KS 67550

Ag Systems Inc

620-285-2111

810 E 14th St., Larned KS 67550

Agri-Fuels

620-285-3016

112 Main St., Larned KS 67550

Amazing Grace Homecare

785-432-3181

106 E 19th St, Hays KS 67601

Adams Brown LLC

620-285-2107

818 Broadway, Larned KS 67550

B&B Quality Meats

620-285-6376

759 E 14th St., Larned KS 67550

Bahama Mamas Shaved Ice

620-285-1271

4th and Main St., Larned KS 67550

Beauty Bar Aesthetics & Wellness

620-606-0222

518 Broadway, Larned KS 67550

BMO

620-285-2163

324 W 14th Street, Larned KS 67550

Barton Community College

620-792-2701

245 NE 30th Rd., Great Bend KS 67530

Bauer Computers 620-793-4902

3104 10th St., Great Bend KS 67530

Beckwith Mortuary

620-285-2121

916 Main St., Larned KS 67550

Bert and Wetta

620-285-2867

701 NE Trail St., Larned KS 67550

Best Western Angus Inn

620-792-3541

2920 10th St., Great Bend KS 67530

Big R Stores

620-804-4202

908 E 14th St., Larned KS 67550

BTI

620-793-3500

248 SE 10 Ave., Great Bend KS 67530

Caring Hands Daycare

620-285-4869 Larned KS 67550

Carr Auction & Real Estate, Inc.

620-285-3148

909 Auction Ave., Larned KS 67550

Cattleman’s Hay LLC

620-525-1029

405 Elm St., Burdett KS 67523

Central Kansas Respiratory Services

620-804-6104

902 Broadway Ave., Larned KS 67550

Chromotize

620-804-6252

117 E 5th St., Larned KS 67550

City of Larned

620-285-8500

417 Broadway Ave., Larned KS 67550

Clock Realty and Insurance

620-285-6541

615 Broadway Ave., Larned KS 67550

Comfort Pro Inc

620-285-3966

301 W 14th St., Larned KS 67550

Comfort Systems Inc

620-285-3947

622 Topeka St., Larned KS 67550

Community Health Organization

620-910-7016

P.O. Box 150, Larned KS 67550

Connell Enterprises

620-285-0343 Larned KS 67550

Country Living of Larned

620-285-6900

714 W 9th St., Larned KS 67550

Country Seasons Flower Shoppe

620-285-6543

519 Broadway Ave., Larned KS 67550

Crossroots Boutique LLC

620-546-4648

1175 Morris Ave., Larned KS 67550

Diamond Ag Research

620-285-3380 Larned KS 67550

Dillons

620-285-3171

423 Main St., Larned KS 67550

The Diner 620-910-5200

424 SW Trail St., Larned KS 67550

Diversicare of Larned 620-285-6914

1114 W 11th St., Larned KS 67550

Doerr’s Ace Hardware 620-285-2171

602 Broadway Ave., Larned KS 67550

Dress It Up, Inc. 620-285-6886

511 Broadway Ave., Larned KS 67550

Eagle Communications 620-792-3647

1200 Baker Ave., Great Bend KS 67530

Eakin Enterprises Inc

620-285-2097

111 Main St., Larned KS 67550

Edward Jones - Matt Koch 620-285-6076

506 Broadway Ave., Larned KS 67550

Edwards Street Brew & Bites

620-910-7773

603 Edwards St., Larned KS 67550

El Dos De Oros 620-285-6238

417 W 14th St., Larned KS 67550

Equity Bank 620-285-8933

320 Broadway Ave., Larned KS 67550

Family Crisis Center

620-793-9941

1924 Broadway Ave, Great Bend KS 67530

Farmers Bank and Trust 620-285-3177

102 W 6th St., Larned KS 67550

Farm Bureau Financial ServicesLeigh Anne Seeman 620-910-5002

1119 Broadway Ave., Larned KS 67550

Floyd’s Smoke Shack 620-255-5725 Kinsley KS 67547

First Christian Church 620-285-2964

716 Broadway Ave., Larned KS 67550

First Southern Baptist Church 620-285-3294

1224 Corse Ave., Larned KS 67550

Fort Larned National Historic Site 620-285-6911

1767 K-156 Hwy., Larned KS 67550

Fort Larned School District #495 620-285-3185

120 E 6th St., Larned KS 67550

Frick Veterinary Services 620-285-5267

1112 K 19 Hwy S., Larned KS 67550

Fusion Bank 620-285-6931

116 W 6th St., Larned KS 67550

Golden Belt Community Foundation 620-792-3000

1307 William St., Great Bend KS 67530

Golden Belt Telephone 785-372-4236

122 W 5th St., Larned KS 67550

Gone Logo 785-625-3070

2717 Plaza Ln., Hays KS 67601

Grain Belt Express (Invenergy) 816-683-7266

109 S. 4th St., St. Joseph MO 64501

Great Bend Tribune 620-792-1211

2012 Forest Ave., Great Bend KS 67530

Hagerman & Colglazier LLC 620-285-3157

102 W 6th Street, Larned KS 67550

H & H Rooﬁng 620-285-0040

124 Broadway Ave., Larned KS 67550

Harvest Nutrition 620-804-5029

518 Broadway, Larned KS 67550

Haynes Electric Inc 620-285-2242

321 W 14th St., Larned KS 67550

Healthier Alternatives, LLC 620-804-2444

121 W. 5th St., Larned KS 67550

Healthy Living Chiropractic 620-285-6190

606 Topeka St., Larned KS 67550

Heart of Kansas Family Health Care 620-804-6100

522 Broadway Ave., Larned KS 67550

Heartland Irrigation 620-804-6266 Larned KS 67550

High Plains Farm Credit 620-285-6978

605 Main St., Larned KS 67550

Housing Opportunities 620-792-3299

1313 Stone St., Great Bend KS 67530

Humble Pie 620-910-5881

410 Main, Larned KS 67550

Innovative Livestock Services 620-793-9200

2006 Broadway Ave., Great Bend KS 67530

ITC Great Plains 620-371-6534

100 Military Ave, Suite #128 Dodge City KS 67801

Joe Rosenberg DDS PA 620-285-3886

613 Broadway Ave., Larned KS 67550

Jordaan Memorial Library 620-285-2876

724 Broadway Ave., Larned KS 67550

KanEquip - Great Bend 620-792-5256

214 SW 40 Ave., Great Bend KS 67530

Kelly’s Garden Sense 620-282-7170

134 NE 10 Ave., Great Bend KS 67530

Larned Parts & Equipment 620-285-3195

211 W 4th St., Larned KS 67550

Larned Civic Pride 620-285-6901

715 Broadway Street Room 6 Larned KS 67550

Larned Columbus Club 620-285-6547

1216 M Rd, Larned KS 67550

Larned Eye Health 620-285-2105

722 Mann Ave., Larned KS 67550

Larned Inn & Suites 620-264-3110

802 E 14th St., Larned KS 67550

Larned Music Club 620-285-9216 Larned KS 67550

LARNED AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE MEMBERS

Larned Noon Lions Club 620-285-5007 PO Box 51, Larned KS 67550

Larned State Correctional Facility

620-285-6249

1318 KS Hwy 264, Larned KS 67550

Larned State Hospital 620-285-4360 1301 KS-264 Hwy., Larned KS 67550

Larned Tourism 620-285-6916 502 Broadway, Larned KS 67550

Larned United Methodist Church 620-285-3183

701 Main St., Larned KS 67550

Larned Veterinary Clinic 620-285-3153 1443 120th Ave., Larned KS 67550

Legend Liquor 620-285-6331

414 W 14th St., Larned KS 67550

Magna-Dry 620-282-2267

1724 Main St., Great Bend KS 67530

Mark’s Custom Signs Inc

620-792-5632

67 B NE 20 Rd., Great Bend KS 67530

Merch Made For You 620-804-1497 Larned KS 67550

Mi Tierra Restaurant & Bar 620-910-5023

119 W. 14th St., Larned KS 67550

Mid American Credit Union 620-285-2026

114 W 5th St., Larned KS 67550

Midwest Energy Inc 785-650-2502

1330 Canterbury Dr., Hays KS 67601

Miller’s of Claﬂin 620-587-3601

200 Main St., Claﬂin KS 67525

Morris Smith Ford of Larned 620-285-3123

820 Fort Larned Ave., Larned KS 67550

My Favorite Furnishings 620-285-6944

401 Broadway Ave., Larned KS 67550

Natural His-Story Museum 620-525-1500

101 W. Edwards Ave., Rozel KS 67574

Off Broadway Boutique 620-804-1559 Larned, KS 67550

Ofﬁce Products Inc 620-285-3126

516 Broadway Ave., Larned KS 67550

Old Church Antiques 620-804-5010

921 Broadway, Larned KS 67550

OLDE Pink Farmhouse Antiques

620-804-0825

1228 K-156 Hwy., Larned KS 67550

Orphan Grain Train 620-804-0019

501 Main St., Larned KS 67550

Pawnee County Cooperative Association 620-285-2161

103 E 3rd St., Larned KS 67550

Pawnee County Extension 620-285-6901

715 Broadway, Room 6 Larned KS 67550

Pawnee County Humane Society 620-285-8510

1406 M 5 Rd., Larned KS 67550

Pawnee County Youth Initiatve Foundation 715 Broadway, Larned KS 67550

Pawnee Plaza 620-285-6661

1801 Broadway Ave., Larned KS 67550

Pawnee Valley Community Hospital 620-285-3161

923 Carroll Ave., Larned KS 67550

Pawnee Valley Community Hospital Auxiliary 620-285-9216

923 Carroll Ave., Larned KS 67550

Pawnee Valley Community Hospital Foundation 620-285-8632

923 Carroll Ave., Larned KS 67550

Pawnee Valley Lumber LLC

620-285-2144

305 Main St., Larned KS 67550

Pawnee Valley Pheasants Forever 620-923-5001 Larned KS 67550

Pawnee Valley Sport & Health 620-804-9464

522 Broadway Ave., Larned KS 67550

PEO

620-804-2196 Larned KS 67550

Picket Fence Real Estate LLC 620-285-2951

826 I Road, Larned KS 67550

Pin High Bar & Grill

620-285-6038

681 E 14th St., Larned KS 67550

Prairie Arts Unlimited 620-285-9834 Larned KS 67550

Pratt Regional Medical Center

620-450-1444

200 Commofore St., Pratt KS 67124

Price & Sons Construction 620-285-3189 Larned KS 67550

Progressive Therapy & Sports Medicine

620-285-6011

117 W 6th St., Larned KS 67550

Redux Bar 620-264-6004

414 Broadway, Larned KS 67550

Reed Discount Pharmacy Inc 620-285-6286

326 W 14th St., Larned KS 67550

Rusty Nail Mercantile 405-318-6126

418 Broadway, Larned KS 67550

Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church 620-285-2035

1111 State St., Larned KS 67550

Saints Mary & Martha of Bethany Episcopal Church 620-285-6503

803 Main St., Larned KS 67550

Santa Fe Trail Auto Club Inc 620-804-2028

1411 105th Ave., Larned KS 67550

Santa Fe Laundry Co, LLC. 620-285-0040

1309 Broadway Ave., Larned KS 67550

Santa Fe Liquormart, LLC 620-804-5047

444 SW Trail St., Larned KS 67550

Santa Fe Trail Center Museum & Research Library 620-285-2054

1349 K-156 Hwy., Larned KS 67550

Santa Fe Trail Rodeo Association 620-285-5109 Larned KS 67550

Santa Fe Trails and Trail West Apartments 620-285-2630

1312 Carroll Ave., Larned KS 67550

Shull Construction 620-282-5203

1004 Roosevelt St., Great Bend KS 67530

Simmons & Simmons Inc 620-285-6061

111 E 8th St., Larned KS 67550

Smith Dental Clinic 620-285-6531

706 Fort Larned Ave., Larned KS 67550

Sonic Drive-In 620-285-6400

114 W 14th St., Larned KS 67550

State Farm InsuranceLandon Erway Agency

620-285-6955

621 Broadway Ave., Larned KS 67550

State Theatre 620-285-3535

617 Broadway Ave., Larned KS 67550

Subway

620-285-6595

105 E 14th St., Larned KS 67550

Sunﬂower Diversiﬁed Services Inc 620-792-1325

1521 K96 Hwy., Great Bend KS 67530

Taco Bell

620-285-0020

102 E 14th St., Larned KS 67550

The Center for Counseling & Consultation 620-792-2544

5815 Broadway Ave., Great Bend KS 67530

The Tiller and Toiler 620-285-3111

115 W 5th St., Larned KS 67550

Titan Building Systems

620-285-9221

415 W. 14th St., Larned KS 67550

Turf N Tree Pros LLC

620-804-1839

122 E. 9th St., Larned KS 67550

United Way of Central Kansas 620-792-2403

200 Washington, Great Bend KS 67530

Valley Community Church 620-285-3077

1218 W 8th St., Larned KS 67550

Walmart 620-792-3632

3503 10th St., Great Bend KS 67530

Watkins Rooﬁng & Construction

620-804-2778

401 Main, Larned KS 67550

Ward Feed Yard Inc. 620-285-2183

1190 100th Ave., Larned KS 67550

Welcome Inn Leisure Center 620-285-3504

113 W. 4th St., Larned KS 67550

Woods Esthetics

620-282-9012

121 1/2 W. 5th St., Larned KS 67550

Agriculture Drives Pawnee County

Agriculture is the lifeblood of Pawnee County, where sweeping fields and hardworking farmers define both the landscape and the local economy. According to the 2022 USDA Census of Agriculture, the county is home to over 300 farms covering over 400,000 acres. The region’s fertile soil and access to irrigation — over 44,000 acres are irrigated — support a varied mix of crops, including wheat, sorghum, corn, soybeans, and hay. Livestock production, particularly cattle, also plays a significant role in the county’s agricultural output. Pawnee County generated nearly $350 million in market value from agricultural products, with net cash farm income rising by 35% since 2017.

Pawnee County’s farmers are increasingly adopting sustainable practices like no-till and cover cropping, reﬂecting a forward-thinking approach to land conservation and preservation. With deep roots in Kansas’s agricultural heritage, Pawnee County continues to feed the nation while evolving to meet the challenges of modern farming.

Agriculture in Pawnee County, is a dynamic blend of tradition and innovation, driving both the local economy and the rural way of life. The county’s top crops by acreage include wheat (100,000 acres), sorghum (57,000 acres), corn (48,000 acres), forage hay (17,000 acres), and soybeans (16,000 acres). These grains and oilseeds thrive in the region’s fertile soil and beneﬁ t from over 44,000 acres of irrigated farmland. Livestock production also plays a vital role, with more than 70,000 cattle and calves reported in the county. Animal agriculture remains a signiﬁcant contributor to the county’s $350 million in annual agricultural sales.

As of 2025, Pawnee County is home to three exist-

mately 72,000 head of cattle. These feedlots are located near Larned and have long been part of the county’s beef production infrastructure. In addition, ILS has proposed a fourth mega-feedlot south of Larned that would house up to 88,000 cattle, making it one of the largest in the state if approved and constructed. Feedlots, while sometimes controversial, are signiﬁ eas. They provide jobs in animal veterinary services, equipment maintenance, and transportation — supporting not only farm families but also a network of local businesses.

County’s Quiet Oil & Gas Legacy

Beneath the mostly-agricultural ﬁelds of Pawnee County lies a modest, yet industrious, energy sector that has long played a crucial role in the region’s economy. Though it rarely makes headlines, the county’s oil and gas industry remains economically irreplaceable.

The story begins in 1936, when the Pawnee Rock oil field was first tapped, marking the county’s entry into Kansas’s mineralrich industry. Since then, Pawnee County has maintained a modest but steady output of hydrocarbons. In 2022, the county produced approximately 145,000 barrels of oil and 366,000 thousand cubic feet (MCF) of natural gas. While these figures reflect a smaller-scale operation compared to major energy producing regions, it still represents a strong presence. By September 2024, production had dipped to 103,000 barrels of oil and 266,000 MCF of gas. These numbers represent a decline in extraction volume, but not a disappearance.

Geologically, Pawnee County sits within the Mid-Continent oil province, a region that once powered much of the nation’s energy needs in the early 20th century. While the area has avoided the seismic activity and fracking controversies seen elsewhere, Kansas state regulators enforce strict protective measures.

Driving this output are dozens of companies and wells scattered across the county. As of mid-2024, Pawnee County counted over 100 producing wells operated by several companies across nearly 100 leases. A host of operators producing energy across the county continues to support the ongoing energy and economic output.

In summary, Pawnee County’s oil and gas sector may not command national attention, but it remains a vital thread in the fabric of local industry. With aging wells still producing, new operators entering the scene, and a landscape that continues to yield energy, this legacy endures.

Specializing in Irrigation Design & Service

Ag Systems, Inc. 810 E 14th/U.S. 56, Larned has serviced this area since 1974.

Rocke Foster, Manager, has worked in irrigation design & service since 1997. The service department of 8 factorytrained technicians has more than 200 years of combined experience. For service or irrigation design, contact Rocke Foster, Tyson Atteberry, Justin Woods, Monte Hirsh, Bryan VanSickle, Joshua Detherage, or Nick Snyder.

Ag Systems, Inc. of Larned, provides insurance services for all major brands of irrigation equipment.

Debora Fox-Johnson is licensed by the state of Kansas and Nebraska to write policies through Diversified Agrisurance. Diversified has been insuring and financing center pivots, new and used, for more than 40 years. They are the largest single insurer of irrigation equipment. Contact Debora for your “no obligation” quote for your insurance needs.

They service and stock parts for all brands of center pivots covering an area from Dodge City to Ellinwood and Hays to Pratt.

Valley Center Pivots are celebrating 60 plus years of service and are committing all of their future years in conserving water with the newest innovations in sprinkler packages and computerized panels.

To better serve their customers, Valley Center Pivot Dealer,

Services at Ag Systems include a well stocked parts department carrying McCrometer ﬂow meters, galvanized check valves, and Ag Sense monitors. They are now using technology to enhance water management with Valley Scheduling and Valley 365. Contact Rocke Foster or Justin Woods for more information

Ag Systems is committed to offering the best Service, Parts, and Irrigation Design for years to come.

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Rescue animals make the best pets

Located at 1406 M5 Road in Larned, the Pawnee County Humane Society (PCHS) stands as a compassionate refuge for abandoned and neglected animals. Established in 2005 by a group of concerned citizens, the organization began as a response to the routine euthanasia of unclaimed pets at the local city pound. Since opening its shelter doors in 2011 with non-proﬁ t 501(c)3 status, PCHS has helped rehome over 2,000 animals, offering them a second chance at life. And in any given year, PCHS may reunite up to 100 lost pets with their owners.

The nonproﬁ t’s mission centers on preventing cruelty, promoting responsible pet ownership, and ending the euthanasia of healthy, adoptable pets.

Beyond adoptions, PCHS runs vital programs such as TrapNeuter-Return for feral cats, microchipping services, and a grantsupported initiative that helps seniors adopt companion animals.

Pawnee County Humane Society also offers a program to help pet owners in need of food for their animals by distributing food shortterm until the owner is in a better ﬁnancial position.

PCHS is active in the community and hosts several fundraisers and adoption programs throughout the year.

Operated largely by volunteers and sustained through community donations, the shelter is open weekdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., with weekend visits available by appointment.

Whether it’s a playful puppy or a gentle senior cat, each animal at PCHS is treated with dignity and

care, awaiting the day they’ll be welcomed into a loving home.

Animals currently at the shelter can be seen online at pawneehumane.com. In order to adopt an animal, you must ﬁll out an application to adopt in advance.

Finding forever homes for the stray and abandoned animals of Larned and Pawnee County is the main goal for PCHS.

Health

For almost thirty years, Larned Eye Health has delivered state-of-the-art eye care to Pawnee County and far beyond. Precision digital refractions, comprehensive laser Optic Nerve and Macula testing, Zeiss Optics in every prescription, and all delivered by a caring, friendly staff and doctors. There are countless reasons we’ve been here so long, but the one that is above all and sets us apart ..... we love caring for you and your family’s eye care needs. Always, new patients welcome and all patients greeted with a smile. Call us at 620-285-2105 for you and your family’s appointments.

Digital Refractions : Zeiss Laser Macular and Glaucoma Detection

Emergency Services : Dry Eye Therapeutics : Zeiss Precision Optics

Retinal Imaging : Scleral RPG’s : I-Care Tonometry

Kelsey Nash, OD

Douglas D. Ayre, OD

Pediatric Care

Camp Hope, a camp for kids and teens with cancer held at Camp Aldrich near Claﬂin the third weekend of June each year.

Camp SIBsational, a camp for the siblings of kids with cancer held at Camp Wood near Elmdale the last week of July/ﬁrst week of August each year. for

Your family’s guide to better health.

Great health starts with great primary care – and at Pawnee Valley Community Hospital Family Medicine, you’ll find quality and convenience. With same-day appointments, extended hours, telehealth options and our complete range of primary care services for all ages, we are your whole family’s connection to better health.

New patients welcome! We are open five days a week, with evening hours until 7:30 p.m. every Tuesday. Call now for an appointment: 620-804-6007.

Arlo Reimer, MD Susan Aistrup, APRN

Kathryn Buchanan, APRN Heather Holaday, APRN Marley Palmer, APRN

Lacy Bowman, APRN

Pawnee

Celebrating one year in its new state-of-the-art facility, Ellinwood Hospital & Clinic continues to grow and evolve to meet the healthcare needs of Ellinwood and surrounding communities. Over the past year, EHC has launched a Walk-In Clinic, expanded its care team with new providers, and introduced surgical services led by Dr. Jerod Grove, M.D.

Specialty outreach services are also on the rise—with urologists Dr. Michael Matteucci and Dr. William Mauch offering clinics twice a month, and pain management services with Greg Seiler, CRNA.

As a 25-bed Critical Access Hospital and Rural Health Clinic, EHC provides 24/7 emergency care, inpatient services, therapy, imaging, lab work, and full-spectrum family care—from newborns to seniors. They also offer direct access laboratory testing—no doctor’s order needed—for a variety of standard lab tests.

ELLINWOOD HOSPITAL AND CLINIC

300 N. Park Ave., Ellinwood, 620-564-2548

ellinwooddistricthospital.org

PROVIDERS

Dr. Christopher Brown, MD

Dr. Charlie Joslin, MD (PRN)

Dr. David Sanger, MD Diane Haines, APRN (PRN)

24/7 ER CARE INPATIENT CARE OUTPATIENT SERVICES

THERAPY SERVICES

RESPIRATORY THERAPY IMAGING SERVICES

DIAGNOSTIC MEDICAL LABORATORY SURGICAL SERVICES

ELLINWOOD CLINIC

300 N. Park Ave., Ellinwood, 620-564-3771

ellinwooddistricthospital.org

Dr. Michael Matteucci, MD

Dr. Jerod Grove, MD

Child/Adult Abuse

Reporting

800-922-5330

Childhelp®

800-422-4453

Child Find of America

800-426-5678, 800-292-9688

CrimeStoppers

620-285-3277

Domestic Abuse

Sexual Assault

888-363-2287, 888-END-Abuse

Family Crisis Center

620-792-1885, 866-792-1885

Fraud Abuse Hotline

800-432-3913

Kansas Children’s Service League Parent Helpline Box 517, Wichita 316-942-4261, 800-332-6378 www.kcsl.org

Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services www.kdads.ks.gov

Kansas Department for Children and Families

1305 Patton Road, Great Bend 620-792-5324 www.dcf.ks.gov

Kansas Legal Services, Inc. 800-723-6953 www.kansaslegalservices.org

LARNED STATE HOSPITAL

Kansas Weatherization Assistance Program 800-333-4636

Medicaid (Customer Assistance) 800-766-9012

Missing/Abducted Children National Center Missing & Exploited Children 800-843-5678

Nursing Home Complaints

Kansas Department of Health & Environment 800-842-0078

Poison Control 800-222-1222

Rape/Incest 800-656-4673, ext. 1

Senior Health Insurance Counseling for Kansas 800-860-5260

Stop It Now! 888-773-8368

Tobacco Cessation 800-QUIT-NOW, 800-784-8669

Youth in Trouble/Runaways 800-786-2929

Kansas’ largest psychiatric facility is based in Larned

Larned State Hospital (LSH), operated by the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS), sits on a 78-acre campus and is the largest psychiatric facility in the state, serving Kansans since 1914. The hospital serves more than 450 patients and residents and employs more than 750 staff members. The hospital has three patient/resident programs on

a full time chaplain and therapists to address routine medical and psychiatric needs of patients. Additionally, the hospital has multiple support service areas, including laundry, purchasing and supply, financial services, safety/ security, and engineering, to name a few. LSH is also home to the popular Sunflower Grill and has an amazing greenhouse that offers bedding plants and crafts for sale to the general public.

Phone: 620-285-3185

FAX: 620-804-4100 www.usd495.com

Bryce Wachs, Superintendent

Tiffany Burris, Board Clerk

Board of Education

The USD 495 Board of Education

USD 496

PAWNEE HEIGHTS USD 496

P.O. Box 98, Rozel, KS 67574

Phone: 620-527-4212 www.phtigers.net

Education, elected for four-year terms, currently includes Jessie PleasantPresident, Michelle Koch - Vice President, Tyson Atteberry, Tyson Steffen, Brent Hemken, Buddy Tabler, and Mike Myrick. For more details about the board, or to access Board Briefs, agendas, and minutes visit the Board of Education page on their website.

Larned Middle School

Shane Sundahl, Principal 904 Corse 620-285-8430

Fort Larned Elementary Catrina McGurk, Principal 2104 Broadway 620-285-2141

Renee Buntain, Superintendent/K-6 Principal

Augustina Vondracek, 7-12 Principal

Traci Nuckolls, Board Clerk

USD 496 School Board

Jeff Holste, President

Carrie Reece, Vice-President

Cindy Colglazier

Tracy Hands

Brandon Enabnit

Laurie Josefiak

620-285-3119

Jump Start Fort Larned Elementary Catrina McGurk 2104 Broadway 620-285-2141

• More than 30 workforce training programs, plus traditional and online learning

• Early college opportunities for area high school students

• One of the county’s largest employers

• Event center with industrial kitchen for weddings, business retreats, and reunions

• Campground with indoor lodging for small and large groups

campaldrich.bartonccc.edu

• Contemporary arts and traveling exhibits

• Gus Shafer western bronze collection

bartonccc.edu

• Interactive educational displays and activities

ADMINISTRATIVE & LEGAL

Pawnee County Commission

Pawnee County has three elected commissioners who meet Monday of each week at 9:00 a.m. in the commissioner’s room at the courthouse, second floor, 715 Broadway Larned 620-285-3721; Fax: 620-285-2559

Dr. Mike Burdett, 1st District 620-285-3721

Phillip Hammeke, 2nd District 620-285-3721

Bob Rein, Jr., 3rd District 620-285-3721

Directory of Departments www.pawneecountykansas.com

Pawnee County Appraiser

Tina Keeler

715 Broadway, Larned 620-285-2915; Fax: 620-285-3802 tina.keeler@pawneecountyks.org

Pawnee County Attorney

Douglas W. McNett

715 Broadway, Larned 620-285-2139; Fax: 620-285-6293

Pawnee County Clerk Stacey Rein 715 Broadway, Larned 620-285-3721 stacey.rein@pawneecountyks.org

PAWNEE COUNTY

Pawnee County Jail

Sheriff Larry Atteberry Undersheriffs Jason Reece and Joshua Huff

116 W. Eighth, Larned

620-285-2211

Fax: 620-285-7073

Pawnee County Attorney

Douglas McNett

715 Broadway St., Larned 620-285-2139

Fax: 620-285-6293

Pawnee County District Court

Pawnee County Courthouse 715 Broadway St., Larned 620-285-6937

Fax: 620-285-3665

Pawnee County Register of Deeds

Joel Davis

715 Broadway, Larned 620-285-3276; Fax: 620-285-2908 joel.davis@pawneecountyks.org

Pawnee County Treasurer

Tami Keenan 715 Broadway, Larned

Road & Bridge, Noxious Weed & Zoning

Kurt Demel

County Highway Administrator 615 East 10th, Larned 620-285-6141; Fax: 620-285-2910

County Shop: 11th and Trail Noxious Weed: 10th and Trail pawneecountyhighway@yahoo.com

County Health Administrator

Cheryl Hoberecht 715 Broadway, Larned 620-285-6963, 800-211-4401 Fax: 620-285-3246 cheryl.hoberecht@pawneecounty.ks.org

Pawnee County Sheriff

Larry Atteberry 116 W. 8th, Larned 620-285-2211; Fax: 620-285-7073 larry.atteberry@pawneecountysheriff.org

Emergency Management

Director Joel Davis – 620-285-3276 715 Broadway, Larned

Clerk of the District Court

Kay Schartz

24TH JUDICIAL

DISTRICT COURT

The 24th Judicial District consists of the following counties: Edwards, Hodgeman, Lane, Ness, Pawnee and Rush.

Chief Judge

PROBATION SERVICES

24th Judicial District Court Services

606 Topeka, Larned 620-285-3100

Community Corrections & Juvenile Intake

620-285-6937 Crimestoppers 419 Broadway, Larned 620-285-3277

Bruce Gatterman 620-285-2247

606 Topeka, Suite 102, Larned

Director Gail Antenen 620-285-3128

District-Magistrate Judge, Pawnee County

Julie Fletcher-Cowell 620-285-6937

Larned Municipal Court 417 Broadway, Larned 620-285-8500

1st and 3rd Thursdays

Court Clerk Nora Schaller

Judge Julie Fletcher-Cowell

STATE GOVERNMENT

STATE EXECUTIVE BRANCH

Governor

Laura Kelly

State Capitol

300 SW 10th Ave.

Topeka, KS 66612-1590

Phone: 785-368-8500

www.governor.ks.gov

Secretary of State

Scott Schwab

Memorial Hall, 1st Floor 120 SW 10th Ave.

Topeka, KS 66612-1594

Phone: 785-296-4564

kssos@ks.gov

Attorney General

Kris W. Kobach

120 SW 10th, 2nd Floor Topeka, KS 66612-1597

Phone: 785-296-2215

www.ag.ks.gov

Lt. Governor

David Toland

State Capitol

300 SW 10th Ave. Topeka, KS 66612-1590

Phone: 785-368-8500

www.governor.ks.gov

State Representatives:

TORY MARIE BLEW

REPUBLICAN

HOUSE DISTRICT 33

Capitol Room: 224-E Seat: 13

Phone: 785-296-7682

Email: ToryMarie.Blew@house.ks.gov

Home: P.O. Box 103, Great Bend, KS 67530

Phone: 620-603-8967

Email: tmblew@gmail.com

Barton, Edwards, Kiowa, Lane, Ness, Pawnee, Pratt, Rush, Scott and Stafford Counties Hodgeman County: Cities: Hanston and Jetmore (part); Townships: Center, Hallet (part), Marena, North Roscoe and Valley

Rice County:

State Treasurer

Steven Johnson

900 SW Jackson, Ste. 201 Topeka, KS 66612

Phone: 785-296-3171

Unclaimed Property: 785-296-4165

www.kansasstatetreasurer.com

Insurance Commissioner

Vicki Schmidt

1300 SW Arrowhead Road

Topeka, KS 66604

Phone: 785-291-3071

Consumer Assistance Hotline: 1-800-432-2484 (KS only)

KDOI@ks.gov

Cities: Alden, Bushton, Chase, Frederick and Raymond; Townships: Bell, Center, Eureka, Farmer, Lincoln, Pioneer, Raymond and Valley

BRETT FAIRCHILD

REPUBLICAN

HOUSE DISTRICT 113

Capitol Room: 176-W Seat: 111

Phone: 785-296-7667

Email: brett.fairchild@house.ks.gov

Home: 150 NW 40th St., St. John, KS 67576

Phone: 620-546-4510

Email: Fairchild_2@hotmail.com

Rice, Rush and Stafford Counties

Barton County: Cities: Ellinwood and Pawnee Rock. Townships: Comanche, Lakin and Pawnee Rock. Pawnee County: Cities: Larned

Townships: Ash Valley, Conkling, Larned, Lincoln, Logan, Pleasant Grove, Pleasant Valley, River, Shiley, Valley Center and Walnut

BILL CLIFFORD

REPUBLICAN

SENATE DISTRICT 39

Capitol Room: 236-E

Seat: 18

Phone: 785-296-7694

Email: william.clifford@senate.ks.gov

Home: 102 Drury Lane Garden City, KS 67846

Phone: 620-275-4317

Email: cliff@fryeye.com

Hodgeman and Kearny Counties

Edwards County: Townships: Jackson and Logan Finney County:

Cities: Garden City(part), Holcomb and Pierceville

Townships: Garden City(part), Garfield, Ivanhoe, Pierceville, Pleasant Valley, Sherlock and Terry Pawnee County: Cities: Burdett, Garfield and Rozel

Townships: Browns Grove, Garfield, Grant, Keysville, Morton, Orange, Pawnee, Pleasant Ridge, Santa Fe and Sawmill

PAWNEE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Pawnee County Commission has three elected commissioners who meet Mondays at 9:00 a.m. in the commissioner’s room at the Pawnee County Courthouse, second floor, 715 Broadway, Larned 620-285-3721, Fax: 620-285-2559 www.pawneecountykansas.com

Dr. Mike Burdett 1st District 620-285-3721

NATIONAL OFFICES

Phillip Hammeke 2nd District 620-285-3721

Bob Rein, Jr. 3rd District 620-285-3721

President Donald J. Trump, Republican

The White House

1600 Pennsylvania Ave., N.W.

Washington, D.C. 20500

White House Comments: Phone: 202-456-1111

Switchboard: 202-456-1414

Fax: 202-456-2461

www.whitehouse.gov/president

U.S. Senator Jerry Moran, Republican 521 Dirksen Senate Office Building

Washington, D.C. 20510

Phone: 202-224-6521

www.moran.senate.gov

Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry Committee; Appropriations Committee; Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee; Indian Affairs Committee; Intelligence Committee; Chairman - Veterans’ Affairs Committee

U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, Republican 479A Russell Senate Office Building

Washington, D.C. 20510

Phone: 202-224-4774

www.marshall.senate.gov

Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Committee; Health, Education, Labor & Pensions (HELP) Committee; Finance Committee

U.S. Rep. Tracey Mann, Republican, 1st District 344 Cannon House Office Building Washington, D.C. 20510

Phone: 202-225-2715

www.mann.house.gov

House Agriculture Committee; Transportation and Infrastructure Committtee

U.S. Rep. Ron Estes, Republican, 4th District

2234 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC 20515-1604

Phone: 202-225-6216

www.estes.house.gov

Ways and Means Committee; Budget Committee; Joint Economic Committee

10th Street Eye Care Center .....................57

Access Lock and Key, LLC .......................54

Advanced Therapy ....................................75

Ag Systems Insurance ..............................46

Ag Systems Valley .....................................52

Beckwith Mortuary & Monuments ............44

Barton Community College .......................67

Boones TV & Appliance.............................24

BTI Bucklin.................................................54

Camp Hope. ...............................................57

Central Kansas Respiratory Inc. ...............54

City of Great Bend Convention & Visitors Bureau .....................................32

Clara Barton Medical Center ....................57

Clock Realty/Ad Astra Appraisal ................2

Cole Body Shop ........................................68

Comfort Pro .................................................2

Country Living of Larned...........................17

Eakin Enterprises.......................................24

Eaton Rooﬁng ............................................74

Ellinwood District Hospital ............................

Farmers Bank and Trust ..............................2

Farmers Bank and Trust of Larned .............2

Fuller Industries, LLC ................................68

G & H Insurance, Inc. ................................54

GB Car Care ...............................................54

Golden Valley Coop ...................................50

Great Bend Appliance, Furniture & SleepSource ..........................19, 54, & 76

Great Bend Brit Spaugh Zoo ....................39

Great Bend Church of the Nazarene ........21

Great Bend Recreation Commission ........42

Great Bend Tribune .............................4 & 54

Hammeke Electric, Inc. .............................68

Heart of Kansas Family Health Care.........59

Heart of Kansas Mercantile.......................21

Ike Shaver Plumbing Inc. ..........................17

Just Say It Though ....................................33

Larned Chamber of Commerce ................47

Larned Eye Health .....................................56

Larned

Advanced Therapy & Sports Medicine Expands Services

Advanced Therapy & Sports Medicine, a trusted provider of physical therapy services in Central Kansas since 1983, is proud to announce the expansion of its care offerings with specialized pelvic health physical therapy for both men and women.

Dr. Madelyn Schartz, PT, brings advanced training and a compassionate approach to this oftenoverlooked area of care. Having received specialized education through the Herman & Wallace Pelvic Rehabilitation Institute, Dr. Schartz is equipped to address a wide range of pelvic floor dysfunctions with personalized, evidence-based treatment.

“I am passionate about helping people regain control and confidence in their lives,” said Dr. Schartz. “Pelvic health issues are more common than people think, and they are absolutely treatable with the right care.”

Conditions treated include:

• Pelvic Floor Muscle Dysfunction

• Bladder & Bowel Dysfunction

• Urinary Incontinence

• Chronic Pelvic & Perineal Pain

• Low Back & SI Joint Pain

• Post-Prostatectomy Complications

• Pregnancy & Post-Partum Conditions

• Pelvic Organ Prolapse

• Pain with Intercourse (Dyspareunia)

• Constipation

• Interstitial Cystitis

• Post-Surgical Rehabilitation

Advanced Therapy & Sports Medicine has built a strong reputation over the past four decades for delivering expert, patient-centered physical therapy services to the community. The addition of pelvic health care continues that tradition, offering hope and healing to individuals who may be struggling in silence with sensitive or life-limiting conditions.

Services are now available at their Great Bend location:

• 4801 10th Street, Great Bend, KS 67530

• Call 620-792-7868 to schedule an appointment or learn more.

Conﬁdential, compassionate care is just a phone call away.