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Barton County...................................................10-11 Great Bend - Brit Spaugh Zoo.................................12 Barton County Government................................14-18 National Government................................................19 State And District Government..................................20 Libraries....................................................................21 First Responders...................................................22-23 Get Involved/Volunteer.................................................24 Emergency Phone Numbers.........................................25 Barton County Office Phone Numbers..........................26 Dining.....................................................................27-33 Religion...................................................................34-36 Health Care..............................................................37-42 Immunizations...............................................................42 Veterinarians...................................................................43 Support/In Need.........................................................44-49 Education...................................................................50-53 Senior Citizens...........................................................54-55 Points of Interest........................................................56-58 Events............................................................................ 59 Barton County Fair.......................................................... 61 Jack Kilby....................................................................... 62 Great Bend City Youth & Adult Academies........................ 63 Barton County Golf Courses............................................ 64 Recreation & Hunting.................................................65-67 Great Bend Sports Complex............................................ 68 Kansas Oil & Gas Museum and Hall of Fame................... 67 Oil and Gas................................................................67-76 Agriculture...................................................................... 78 Albert............................................................................. 79 Beaver & Odin................................................................ 80 Claflin........................................................................81-82 Ellinwood...................................................................83-84 Galatia............................................................................ 85 Great Bend................................................................86-89 Shopping in Great Bend.............................................90-94 RV Parking & Hotels........................................................ 95 Hoisington.................................................................96-97 Olmitz............................................................................. 98 Pawnee Rock.................................................................. 99 Susank......................................................................... 100 Pawnee County-Larned..........................................101-102 Rice County.................................................................. 103 Places To Go................................................................. 104 Recycling...................................................................... 105 Clubs & Organizations............................................106-107 Travel........................................................................... 108 Great Bend Tribune....................................................... 109 Media........................................................................... 110

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2012 Barton County Source is jammed full of valuable, handy information collected on Barton County, Albert, Beaver, Claflin, Ellinwood, Galatia, Great Bend, Hoisington, Odin, Olmitz, Pawnee Rock and Susank.

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Welcome To Our City!

EXPLORE GREAT BEND City Offices Airport ..................................................793-4168 Building Inspections .............................793-4106 Cemetery .............................................793-4167 City Administration ..............................793-4111 City Engineering ..................................793-4111 Fire Department #1..............................793-4140 Fire Department #2..............................793-4145 Front Door (Sewer & Water Payments) ................. 793-4100

From the top: Wetlands Aquatic Park, Veteran’s Memorial Park, Great Bend Sports Complex, SRCA Drag Races at Great Bend Expo Complex, Great Bend Brit Spaugh Zoo & Raptor Center

Municipal Court....................................793-4149 Public Lands/Parks ...............................793-4111 Police Department ...............................793-4120 *In Case of an Emergency call 911

City Attractions Great Bend Brit Spaugh Zoo & Raptor Center 2123 Main St. / 281 Hwy 620-793-4226

Wetlands Aquatic Park 2303 Main St. / 281 Hwy 620-792-15169

Great Bend Sports Complex 41 McKinley St. 620-793-4111

Great Bend Expo Complex & Rodeo Grounds 455 West Barton Co. Road 620-793-4111

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Acupuncture Treatment Gains Some Advocates Slowly but surely, Dr. Scott Brantley has seen patients willing to undergo acupuncture treatment.

The Great Bend chiropractor has been treating aches and pains since 1992 at Brantley Chiropractic. Brantley is a Fellow with the Acupuncture Society of America after 10 years of training. Brantley earned his acupuncture certification through Dr. Qizhi Gao of the Kansas College of Chinese Medicine in Wichita. Gao’s teaching programs are approved by the Kansas Board of Regents. Brantley has also trained with Dr. Richard Yennie of Kansas City, Mo., who is credited with combining acupuncture treatment in conjunction with chiropractic adjustment in the U.S. Brantley said his patients who are helped by effective acupuncture treatment are his best advocates.

“We’re having more people ask about acupuncture treatment,” he said. “More people are learning acupuncture is an effective treatment option. They are seeing the benefits.”

Brantley said acupuncture has been effective treating fibromyalgia, a chronic disorder characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue and tenderness in localized areas.

“For those chronic pain and sickness situations, acupuncture treatment has shown to be very effective,” Brantley said. “The patients smile and feel better.”

For the majority of his acupuncture patients, Brantley uses electricity on the same acupuncture points that we would use a needle on.

“Ninety percent use electricity,” he said. “You save some time because you don’t install needles and it’s just as effective.”

Some patients have discovered that acupuncture treatment has proven effective when other methods have not worked with their problem.

“Satisfaction with the treatment has been high,” Brantley said. “Acupuncture surprises me on a daily basis. Acupuncture treatment and chiropractic treatment are effective

ine by themselves. When you combine the two of them, it can be a powerful treatment plan. Most times, we do those treatments together.”

An added bonus Brantley has noticed is when patients are treated for a particular pain issue, other associated issues also disappear.

“The whole system is hooked together and when we treat patients for their pain symptoms, other symptoms disappear,” he said.

Brantley earned his doctor of Chiropractic at Parker College in Dallas, ge Texas. Patients range from newborns to a 97-year-old patient. t.

The average age is between 40 and 50 years old.

Pain typically is the trigger for patients to try chiropractic care.

Brantley said as a health care professional, he enjoys seeing patients show improvement with their pain or symptom.

“Some of these causes are repetitive motion, an auto accident or simply wear-and-tear on the human body,” he said. “It’s common-sense health care.

It gives you satisfaction when the patient feels better immediately.”

Chiropractic is a health care profession concerned with the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disorders of the neuromusculoskeletal system and the effects of these disorders on general health. The main chiropractic treatment technique in-volves manual therapy, includingg manipulation of the spine, other joints, and soft tissues. Treatmentt h also includes exercises and health and lifestyle counseling.

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arton County sits nearly in the geographical center of the state. The Arkansas River, the sixth largest river in the United States, flows through the county, with its northernmost bend peaking just six miles east of where Great Bend sits today. Indigenous peoples settled along the river for thousands of years before Spanish Conquistador and explorer Ferdinand Coronado and his men travelled through the area in the 1540s. They are reported to be the first Europeans to ever visit this portion of Kansas. Nearly three centuries later, the first Americans to officially visit the area were Lt. Zebulon Pike and his men while conducting an expedition to the Rocky Mountains in 1806. Later, Welcome to his route beknown Barton County, KS came as the Santa Fe Trail, Geographical travelled Center of Kansas by pioneers heading west for a better way of life. Then came the railroads, and civilization in the form of cities and towns took hold. In 1867, Barton County was created, but it wasn’t until 1872 that the minimum population of 600 was reached in order for the county to be organized. It was on May 16, 1872 that Gov. Harvey gave the nod for Barton County to be incorporated, and declared Great Bend the temporary county seat. A week later, on May 23, it became permanent, and three townships were created --Great Bend, Lakin and Buffalo.

The people who settled came from all corners of the globe. Immigrants from throughout Europe settled on homesteads and helped build small towns, as did pioneers from the eastern United States. There were freed slaves, called “exodusters” who travelled to Kansas looking for a new life too.

The surrounding prairie was broken

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and farmed, and agriculture thrived. Through trial and error, they learned that wheat performed very well.Barton County has become a “banner” wheat county in Kansas.

The main line of the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad followed the Arkansas River, replacing the Santa Fe trail. It brought goods and people into and out of the area, allowing cities to flourish with trade in the late 1800s and into the first half of the 1900s.

In the late 1800’s oil was discovered in the Cheyenne Bottoms, a vast marshland of international importance north of Great Bend. The first well didn’t produce, but subsequent drills were successful, and touched off an oil boom in the county. The oil industry today is very important economically to the area.

During World War II, in 1943, Barton County became home to the Great Bend Army Air Field, where troops trained to fly B-29 bombers. According to the Barton County Historical Society website, crews worked to “transform this Kansas wheat field into an airfield and training facility. Bar-

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racks, airplane hangars, and miles of concrete runways designed to hold the enormous weight of the B-29s (70,140 lbs. empty/135,000 lbs. loaded).” By March 10, 1944, the 58th Bomb Wing would take off from these runways.

After the war, so many families settled in the county, housing was at a premium, which paved the way for construction of several Lustron Homes in the area. The company from Illinois only manufactured the homes for two years from 1948 to 1950. It went into bankruptcy for financial and distribution reasons, but the houses lived up to their promise as being maintenance free. According to the Lustron Registry, there are still 18 existing Lustron homes in Great Bend standing today,

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People QuickFacts

County, from page 10 over 70 years later. According to the registry’s website, the baked enamel panels and roofs continue to hold and are rust free with no need to paint.

There is a Lustron home on display at the Barton County Historical Museum.

During the 1950s, Great Bend’s City Parks and Recreation administrator Brit Spaugh slowly created a zoo in the downtown park, which today bears his name. Even then, it was considered unusual for a city the size of Great Bend to have a zoo.

In 1965, Barton County Community College was founded, offering a local venue for higher education. The college continues to draw students from all over the country and athletes from overseas to the county each year. In 2011, it reported having 4,495 full and part-time students attending.

Today, major industries in Barton County include agriculture, oil, manufacturing and medicine, according to the Barton County website. It is home to four school districts, several recreational attractions, and people who enjoy a combination of quiet country and modern city lifestyles.

Barton County Kansas

Population, 2011 estimate 27,841 2,871,238 Population, 2010 (April 1) estimates base 27,674 2,853,118 Population, percent change, April 1, 2010 to July 1, 2011 0.6% 0.6% Population, 2010 27,674 2,853,118 Persons under 5 years, percent, 2011 6.9% 7.1% Persons under 18 years, percent, 2011 24.6% 25.2% Persons 65 years and over, percent, 2011 16.9% 13.3% Female persons, percent, 2011 50.8% 50.3%

White persons, percent, 2011 (a) 95.4% 87.4% Black persons, percent, 2011 (a) 1.8% 6.1% American Indian and Alaska Native persons, percent, 2011 (a) 0.8% 1.2% Asian persons, percent, 2011 (a) 0.3% 2.5% Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander persons, percent, 2011 (a) 0.1% 0.1% Persons reporting two or more races, percent, 2011 1.5% 2.7% Persons of Hispanic or Latino Origin, percent, 2011 (b) 13.9% 10.8% White persons not Hispanic, percent, 2011 82.7% 77.8%

Living in same house 1 year & over, 2006-2010 84.8% 82.2% Foreign born persons, percent, 2006-2010 6.4% 6.3% Language other than English spoken at home, pct age 5+, 2006-2010 11.3% 10.5% High school graduates, percent of persons age 25+, 2006-2010 85.6% 89.2% Bachelor’s degree or higher, pct of persons age 25+, 2006-2010 20.5% 29.3% Veterans, 2006-2010 2,155 228,805 Mean travel time to work (minutes), workers age 16+, 2006-2010 15.3 18.8

Housing units, 2010 12,696 1,233,215 Homeownership rate, 2006-2010 74.1% 69.4% Housing units in multi-unit structures, percent, 2006-2010 8.1% 17.4% Median value of owner-occupied housing units, 2006-2010 $71,000 $122,600 Households, 2006-2010 11,472 1,101,672 Persons per household, 2006-2010 2.36 2.48 Per capita money income in past 12 months (2010 dollars) 2006-2010 $23,688 $25,907 Median household income 2006-2010 $43,763 $49,424 Persons below poverty level, percent, 2006-2010 12.2% 12.4%

BARTON GALATIA

SUSANK REDWING

BEAVER

ODIN CLAFLIN

OLMITZ HOISINGTON ALBERT

GREAT BEND PAWNEE ROCK

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Zoo

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ounded in 1952, Great Bend’s Brit Spaugh Zoo, 2200 Main, is evolving into a 21st Century facility that includes the Raptor Center. In 2012, the zoo completed its application for accreditation from the Association of Zoos and Aquariums and underwent an inspection. A ruling from the AZA board was to be made in September.

The zoo, which houses over 100 mammals, birds, reptiles and insects, as well as an aquarium building, is dedicated to educating the public and encouraging wildlife conservation, while providing an enriched and entertaining experience for all ages. Admission is free and the zoo is open from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. every day of the year except Thanksgiving and Christmas.

The Raptor Center serves as entrance to the zoo. Its mission is to protect and conserve raptors – birds of prey – through rehabilitation, education, research and habitat preservation.

It’s a fitting role for this area, since Great Bend lies in the heart of the central flyway, between two wetlands of international importance: Cheyenne Bottoms Refuge and Quivira National Wildlife Area. Literally millions of birds pass overhead each year. At the Raptor Center, visitors can learn about birds of prey through interpretive exhibits – comparing their “wingspan” to a hawk’s or learning more about how birds see. They can also find out what bird species have been recently seen in the area.

The Raptor Center has a veterinary exam room with a large window so visitors can watch

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as animals receive physical care. There’s also a gift shop, the “Critter Corner” exhibit of small insects and reptiles, and a meeting area that can be reserved for events such as birthday parties.

The zoo is also headquarters for a raptor rehabilitation program. Injured birds receive medical care with a goal of releasing them back into the wild. They can receive both critical and intensive care. Physical therapy starts in 8-by-10-foot enclosures known as flight mews, which encourage limited use of injured wings.

To get birds ready for flight again, the next stage is a 120-by-20-foot flight mew at the Larned Correctional Mental Health Facility in Larned, constructed in cooperation with the Kansas Department of Corrections. Here, inmates monitor the daily activities of the birds prior to release. Birds need to demonstrate their ability to fly, capture food, and negotiate turns and landings. The birds are observed, fed, and watered through observation portals without any interaction with humans. Rehabilitated birds are released in the area where they were found or another suitable environment.

Call the zoo, 620-793-4226, to learn more about the animals or to schedule a group tour.

Membership in the Great Bend Zoological Society is $25 a year. To learn more, visit the website: www.greatbendzoo.com.

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eller Real Estate and Insurance Agency, located at 11th & Williams, was founded in 1968 by Norman C. Keller. The office is now owned and managed by brothers Kevin and Jeff Keller.

The agency has 17 sales reps. Several of the employees are dual licensed in real estate and insurance. The sales staff has the highest volume of sales in this area.

Although their expertise is in residential sales, they also specialize in commercial and farm properties.

What is especially outstanding is their service.

The staff is well trained and knowledgeable.

Another service offered is rental assistance and commercial leasing.

They are members of the Great Bend multi-list system with a website is linked to realtor.com and the Kansas properties site. They are members of the Great Bend Board of Realtors, Kansas Association of Realtors and the National Association of Realtors.

They have an inhouse independent insurance agency representing Allstate, Progressive, State Auto, and Farmers Alliance.

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County Government

Barton County Commission rules with five elected officials Barton County has five elected Commissioners who meet Mondays at 9 a.m. unless otherwise announced. They meet in Room 106, located on the first floor of the Courthouse, 1400 Main Street, Great Bend.

All meetings are open to the public.

Phone: (620) 793-1847 Fax: (620) 793-1807

John Edmonds, Member, 3rd District Term began January 2009 jtedmonds@aol.com

Kenny Schremmer, Member, 1st District Term began January 2011

Homer Kruckenberg, Member, 2nd District Term began January 2009

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hkruckenberg@bartoncounty.org

Don Cates, Member, 4th District Term began January 2011

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Jennifer Schartz, Chairman, 5th District Term began January 2011 jschartz@bartoncounty.org

Elected Officials: Donna Zimmerman, County Clerk / Election Officer - 1400 Main, Room 202, Great Bend, KS, 67530; 793-1835 \ 793-1990 fax. A (4) four year term.

First appointed to office on June 1, 1995.

Fourth term began January 2009.

In addition to several bookkeeping and records keeping responsibilities, here are other key county clerk’s duties: • Real Estate transfer record – records transfer of ownership from deeds filed with the register of deeds, probates, divorce decrees, death certificates, etc.

• Issues Fish and Game licenses, large game permits, etc.

• Certification of valuation • Prepares homestead/food sales tax returns for low income or elderly persons • Prepares financial reports to the state of Kansas • Acts as the official election officer Kevin Wondra, County Treasurer 1400 Main, Room 207, Great Bend, KS, 67530; 793-1831 \ 793-1990 fax. A (4) four year term. Appointed October 2007.

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This office acts as a collection agency for the county. It is responsible for collection of all taxes and distributes tax money to all taxing units in the county.

For vehicle registrations and title work - proof of insurance is required.

Real estate and personal property taxes are due and payable on or before Dec. 20.

First half may be paid at that time second half due by May 10 the following year. Personal property becomes due and payable in full if the first half is not paid

by Dec. 20.

Personal property is boats, campers, trailers, motor bikes, etc. Oil and gas is considered to be personal property.

Driver’s Licenses are issued on Tuesday through Friday in Room 207. Hours are 7:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Marcia Johnson, Register of Deeds 1400 Main, Room 205, Great Bend, KS, 67530; 793-1849 \ 793-1981 fax.

Appointed to office October 2007.

This office is charged with recording and preserving all land records. This office has custody of and safely keeps and preserves all the books, records, deeds, maps, papers and microphotographs

deposited or kept in the office of the Register of Deeds. The office also records or causes to be recorded all deeds, mortgages, maps, instruments and writings authorized by law to be recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, maintains county school records, Uniform Commercial Code and corporation records, processes passports for the general public and is responsible for the private sale of lots or transfer of ownership through another means for both County owned cemeteries.

All records in the office of the Register of Deeds are open records except for the Kansas Real Estate Sales Validation Questionnaire which is open to those protesting their taxes, Kansas Certified General Real Property Appraisers, Bankers and Realtors.

Kinds of records filed in the office: • Patents • Deeds • Mortgages • Leases • Assignments See Officials, 15

County Government Officials, from page 14 • Releases • Affidavits • Articles of Incorporation • Certificates of Death • Power of Attorney • Military Discharges • Plats • County School Records • Tax Liens (state and federal) • Cemetery Plats • Ordinances (City and County) • Resolutions (City and County) • Bankruptcy • Cemetery Deeds • Certificates of Valuation • City Boundary • Covenants & Restrictions • Easements & Right of Ways • Sub-divisional Plat Maps & Surveys • Mechanic’s Liens

Greg Armstrong, Sheriff 1416 Kansas, Great Bend, KS, 67530; 793-1876 \ 793-1886 fax.

The Barton County Sheriff’s Office serves a population of 27,703, which includes nine cities, and 22 townships.

Additionally, the sheriff’s office provides assistance to municipal police departments and assists state and federal law enforcement agencies.

It is also equipped with specialized units, such as the Crisis Response Team, K-9 Unit, a Reserve Deputy Force and an Explorer Group.

In addition to investigation and patrol duties, the department also maintains the county’s detention facility.

The Civil Process Officer serves and executes legal papers, garnishments, divorce papers, protection from abuse orders, evictions, mental petitions, and other legal papers.

Doug Matthews, County Attorney - 1400 Main, Room 302, Great Bend, KS, 67530; 793-1851 \ 793-1855 fax. The e-mail address is barton.cntyatty@bartoncounty.net.

The county attorney is the chief law enforcement officer in Barton County.

The office handles felony crimes, select misdemeanor and traffic prosecutions. These cases include murder, rape, robbery, juvenile offenses, care and treatment actions, child in need of care, criminal appeals, select traffic offenses, and many others.

Department Directors: Richard Boeckman, County Counselor/ Administrator, 1400 Main, Room 107, Great Bend, KS, 67530 793-1800 \ 793-1807 fax The Barton County Administrator’s Office was established in November, 1985. In 2004, the county counselor was hired to serve as administrator, resulting in a change to the position that includes those duties related to civil matters.

Duties include: • Directs daily operations of the county • Implements commission policy decisions • Helps with the supervision of departmental operations, management of county budgets, services and human resources • Needs the cooperation of all elected officials, department heads and support staff (Vacant until October, 2012) Financial Officer, 1400 Main, Room 107, Great Bend, KS, 67530; 793-1800 \ 793-1807 fax The duties include in-house fiscal responsibilities, investments, payroll and some community development.

Barbara Konrade, County Appraiser 1400 Main, Room 206, Great Bend, KS, 67530; 793-1821 \ 793-1990 fax.

Amy Boxberger, Central Kansas Community Corrections 1806 12th, Great Bend, KS, 67530; 793-1940 \ 793-1893 fax.

Doug Hubbard, Communications (911) - 1300 Stone, Great Bend, KS, 67530; 793-1920 \ 793-3222 fax.

Judy Goreham, Environmental Management - Barton County Annex Building - location: 352 West 12th Street, Hoisington, P.O. Box 268, Hoisington, KS 67544, 620-653-2065 620-653-2067 fax, Toll Free: 866-664-2065.

Environmental management is the management of our interaction with and impact upon the environment, including water standards and zoning and flood plain regulations.

Permitting includes water well, septic system, building. Site work includes septic system, water well, lender evaluations.

John Debes, Information Technology - 1400 Main, Room 201, Great Bend, KS, 67530; 793-1841 \ 793-1990 fax.

Wanda Ybarra, Facilities Management - 1400 Main, Room 109, Great Bend, KS, 67530; 793-1873 793-1807 fax.

Lily Akings, Health Director - 1300 Kansas, Suite B, Great Bend, KS, 67530; 793-1902 \ 793-1903 fax.

Laurie White, Juvenile Intake and Assessment Director 1213 Baker, Great Bend, KS, 67530 793-1930 \ 793-1977 fax.

Dale Phillips, Noxious Weed Director and Highway Supervisor 2300 6th, P.O. Box 518, Great Bend, KS, 67530; 793-1936 \ 793-1938 fax.

Bev Schmeidler, Records 1400 Main, Room 401, Great Bend, KS, 67530; 793-1870 \ 793-1807 fax.

Mark Witt, Barton County Solid Waste Landfill: 350 NE 30 Road, Great Bend, KS, 67530 Hours - Mon. thru Fri. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sat. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Phone: 793-1898 \ 793-1899 fax.

Services Provided: Solid Waste Management, Environmental Compliance, Household Hazardous Waste Program.

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County Government Directors, from page 15 Household Hazardous Waste collections are scheduled the third Saturday of each month from 8 a.m. to noon at the landfill, but also by appointment, Monday through Friday. Citizens may contact the Barton County Landfill for more information, at 793-1898.

The program is open to all residents of Barton, Ellsworth, and Pawnee counties and it is free of charge.

Hazardous waste from commercial businesses is not allowed.

What is allowed includes: Herbicides, pesticides, fungicides, any gardening chemical, household cleaners, automotive cleaners or fluids, all paint related products, and all batteries.

The facility does not accept agricultural pesticides over 2.5 gallons or 10 pounds total volume per customer.

There is also a giveaway program of these items, call for information.

Clark Rusco, Barton County Engineering Courthouse Office 1400 Main Room 108 Great Bend, KS 67530 793-1808 \ 793-1983 Fax Services Provided: Coordinates Related Activities with Cities, Townships and Other Governmental Units, and Provides Engineering Functions for the County.

Amy Miller, Barton County Emergency Management and Risk Management Courthouse Office 1400 Main Room 108 Great Bend, KS 67530 793-1919 \ 793-1983 Fax Services Provided: This department provides emergency preparedness functions to prevent, minimize, and repair injury and damage resulting from disasters. Provides public education and information to encourage personal emergency management. In addition, risk management and safety functions for Barton County are handled by this department.

Township Officials Below is a listing of the Barton County Township officials as of July, 2011. Note: the Clerk’s term is from 2011-2015, the Treasurer’s term is 20092013, the Trustee’s term is 2009-2013.

ALBION: Clerk: Rocky Meitner, 1280 NW 60 Ave., Olmitz, KS 67564, 620-653-7596.

Treasurer: Frances J. Flagor, 1361 NW 50 Ave., Hoisington, KS 67544 620-653-4475 Trustee: Dennis Ludwig, 1232 NW 60 Ave., Olmitz, KS 67564 620-923-6318 BEAVER: Clerk: Dave Dolechek, 963 NE 200 Rd., Claflin, KS 67525, 620-587-3806 Treasurer: Roy Weber, 2064 NE 90 Ave., Hoisington, KS 67544 620-587-3866 Trustee: Gerald Schauf, 481 NE 190 Rd., Hoisington, KS 67544 – 620-587-3352

BUFFALO: Clerk: Daniel Robert LeRoy, 783 NW 10 Rd., Great Bend, KS 67530, 620-793-5298 Treasurer: David Schneider, 445 NW 10 Rd., Great Bend, KS 67530 620-792-3306.

Trustee: Kent J. Romine, 674 SW 10 Rd., Great Bend, KS 67530 620-793-2985 CHEYENNE: Clerk: John Paul Lamatsch, 1395 Lewis – Odin, Claflin, KS 67525 620-587-9977 Treasurer: Francis J. Debes, 749 NE 130 Rd., Claflin, KS 67525 620-587-3668 Trustee: John Klug, 908 St. Stephan Ave., Claflin, KS 67525 – 620-587-3952 CLARENCE: Clerk: Greg Kellar, 1156 NW 30 Rd., Albert, KS 67511 – 620-923-4209

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Treasurer: LaVerne Oetken, 1116 NW 10th Rd., Great Bend, KS 67530 620-793-9605.

Trustee: David LeRoy, 955 NW 20 Rd., Great Bend, KS 67530 620-793-7153 CLEVELAND: Clerk: Brian Hoffman, 1938 NE 100 Ave., Claflin, KS 67525 620-587-2348 Treasurer: Kevin Wirth, 2150 NE 110 Ave., Claflin, KS 67525 620-587-3687, or 620-791-7874.

Trustee: Greg Lamatsch, 1080 NE 190 Rd., Claflin, KS 67525 620-587-3856 COMANCHE: Clerk: Mary K. Barrow, 306 SE 110 Ave., Ellinwood, KS 67526 – 620-566-7163 Treasurer: Kraig Clawson, 276 SE 56 Ave., Great Bend, KS 67530 – 620-564-2646.

Trustee: Gene Allen Rugan, 1356 SE 70 Rd., Ellinwood, KS 67526 620-564-3364

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Trustee: Gary A. Tindall, 995 NW 40 Ave., Hoisington, KS 67544 620-653-4688

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GRANT: Clerk: Emerson MacDonald, 1004 NW 140 Rd., Otis, KS 67565 620-586-3369 Treasurer: Joleen Steinert, 970 NW 160 Rd., Olmitz, KS 67564, 620-935-4348.

Trustee: Joe F. Axman, 898 NW 140 Rd., Olmitz, KS 67564 620-586-3274 See Townships, 18 BARTON COUNTY SOURCE

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Townships, from page 17 INDEPENDENT: Clerk: Terry T. Lank, 1428 NE 140 Ave., Claflin, KS 67525 620-587-3811 Treasurer: James J. Debes, 310 E. Hamilton, P.O. Box 45, Claflin, KS 67525 620-587-3544 Trustee: Randy Oeser, 101 6th, PO Box 151 Claflin, KS 67525 620-587-2362 LAKIN: Clerk: Aaron Birzer, 1146 NE 20 Rd., Ellinwood, KS 67526 620-564-2130 Treasurer: Mark Hammeke, 265 NE 100 Ave., Ellinwood, KS 67526 620-564-2890 Trustee: Roy Schlochtermeier, 1154-A NE 40 Rd., Ellinwood, KS 67526 620-564-2376 LIBERTY: Clerk: T.R. Esfeld, 314 SW 50 Ave., Great Bend, KS 67530 620-793-3643 Treasurer: Greg Stukey, 373 Grove Terr., Great Bend, KS 67530, 620-786-4793.

Trustee: Kevin L. Rose, 277 Liberty Rd, Great Bend, KS 67530 620-792-3888.

LOGAN: Clerk: Bill Thomas, 1440 NE 100 Rd., Claflin, KS 67525 620-587-3722 Treasurer: Joy Hertach, 947 NE 160 Ave., Claflin, KS 67525 620-587-3450 Trustee: David P. Wirth, 673 NE 150 Ave., Ellinwood, KS 67526 620-587-3795

WALNUT: Clerk: Melvin A. Yarmer, 535 NW 100 Ave., Albert, KS 67511 620-923-4653 Treasurer: Dale E. Maneth, 1171 NW 110 Rd., Olmitz, KS 67564 620-586-3326 Trustee: Marion Frieb, 837 NW 100 Ave., Olmitz, KS 67564 620-923-4517

PAWNEE ROCK: Clerk: Dale Unruh, 415 SW 100 Ave., Pawnee Rock, KS 67567 620-982-4641 Treasurer: Scott Loving, 1049 W. Hwy. 56, Pawnee Rock, KS 67567 620-982-4393 Trustee: Dale D. Dirks, 1165 SW 10 Road, Pawnee Rock, KS 67567 620-982-4663

WHEATLAND: Clerk: Kenneth Ney, 582 NW 180 Rd., Hoisington, KS 67544 620-653-4665 Treasurer: Garry Batt, 2269 NW 30 Ave., Russell, KS 67665 620-935-4390 Trustee: Kevin Nettleingham, 749 NW 180 Rd., Olmitz, KS 67564 620-653-7695

UNION: Clerk: Donald D. Popp, 197 NE 220 Rd., Hoisington, KS 67544 620-653-7625 Treasurer: Dennis R. Poland, 1767 NE 10 Rd., Hoisington, KS 67544 620-653-4550 Trustee: Marty Michaelis, 88 NE 200 Rd., Hoisington, KS 67544 620-653-4511

SOUTH BEND: Clerk: Lance Walters, 94 SE 20 Ave., P.O. Box 1265, Great Bend, KS 67530 620-793-7319 Treasurer: Marilyn J. Selle, 198 SE 30 Rd., Great Bend, KS 67530 620-793-6889 Trustee: Craig A. Amerine, 325 SE 40 Ave., Great Bend, KS 67530 620-793-9705

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State & National State Offices Gov. Sam Brownback State Capitol 200 SW 10th Ave.,Ste 241S Topeka, KS 66612-1590 Phone: (785) 296-3232 Toll Free: 877-KSWORKS (877-579-6757) governor@ks.gov

Lt. Governor Jeff Colyer, M.D. State Capitol 300 SW 10th Ave., 2nd Floor Topeka, KS 66612-1590 Phone: (785) 296-5669 Toll Free: 800-748-4408 Fax: (785) 296-5669 lt.gov@ks.gov

Attorney General Derek Schmidt 120 SW 10th, 2nd Floor Topeka, KS 66612-1597 Phone: (785) 296-2215 Fax: (785)296-6296 general@ksag.org

Secretary of State Kris Kobach Memorial Hall 120 SW 10th Ave. Topeka, KS 66612-1594 Phone: (785)296-4564 sos@sos.ks.gov

State Treasurer Ron Estes 900 SW Jackson, Ste.201 Topeka, KS 66612-1235 (785)296-3171 ron@treasurer.ks.gov

Insurance Commissioner Sandy Praeger 420 SW 9th St. Topeka, KS 66612-1678 Phone: (785)296-3071 Fax: (785) 296-7805 Consumer Assistance Hotline 1-800-432-2484 (KS only) commissioner@ksinsurance.org

State Senators Ruth Teichman, Senate District 33 Capitol Office Room 236-E Phone: (785) 296-7394 ruth.teichman@senate.ks.gov Teichman represents the following: Cities: Albert, Ellinwood, Galatia, Great Bend, Olmitz, and Pawnee Rock.

Townships: Albion, Buffalo, Clarence, Comanche, Eureka, Fairview, Grant, Great Bend, Lakin, Liberty, pawnee Rock, South Bend, Walnut and Wheatland.

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Jay Emler, Senate District 35 Capitol Office Room 330-E Phone: (785) 296-2497 jay.emler@senate.ks.gov Emler represents the following: Cities: Claflin, Hoisington and Susank.

Townships: Beaver, Cheyenne, Cleveland, Independent, Logan, North Homestead, South Homestead, and Union.

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State & National State Representatives: Bill Wolf, House District 112 Capitol Office Room 173-W Phone: (785) 296-7695 bill.wolf@house.ks.gov Wolf represents the following: Cities: Albert, Galatia, Great Bend, Olmitz and Pawnee Rock.

Townships: Albion, Buffalo, Clarence, Comanche, Eureka, Fairview, Grant, Great Bend, Liberty, Pawnee Rock, South Bend, Walnut and Wheatland.

Lorene Bethell, House District 113 Capitol Office Room 55-S Phone: (785) 296-7616 lorene.bethell@house.ks.gov Bethell represents the following: Cities: Claflin, Ellinwood, Hoisington and Susank.

Townships: Beaver, Cheyenne, Cleveland, Independent, Lakin, Logan, North Homestead, South Homestead, and Union.

National Offices President Barak H. Obama, Democrat The White House 1600 Pennsylvania Ave., N.W. Washington, D.C. 20500 White House Comments: (202) 456-1111 Fax: (202) 456-2461 www.whitehouse.gov/president U.S. Senator Pat Roberts, Republican 109 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, D.C., 20510-1605 Phone: (202)224-4774 Fax: (202) 224-3514 http://roberts.senate.gov Committee Membership: Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, Senate Select Committeeon Ethics, Standing Committee on Finance, Standing Committee on Rules and Administration, Standing Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions.

U.S. Rep. Tim Huelskamp, Republican, 1st District 126 Cannon HOB Washington, D.C. 20515 Phone: (205) 225-2715 Fax: (205) 225-5124 www.huelskamp.house.gov Committe Membership: Committee on Agriculture, Committee on Budget, Committee on Veterans’ Affairs.

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Tips for Effective Communication with legislators You feel strongly about an issue, and want to make sure your elected officials know how you feel. Where to start? Here are some tips for getting your message heard.

Write a letter 1. Be sure to make it brief.

Limit your correspondance to no more than two pages.

2. Be respectful and limit yourself to one topic. Be sure to state your reasons for support or opposition to a bill. Personalize the issue if you can.

3. Be sure to include a return address and ask your legislator to send a return letter explaining their position on the issue.

Make a phone call: 1. You will likely be speaking to a staff member, but don’t fret — they will make sure your elected official is informed of your opinion. When calling, ask to speak with the aid who handles the issue you are concerned with.

2. Identify yourself as a constituent. A zip code will help verify this.

3. Once you have done this, be sure to ask to leave a message letting the elected official know why your support or oppose the bill in question. You may ask

that the legislator respond to your phone call in writing, and ask that they respond with their position on the bill.

Send an email 1. Due to overuse, email is not the best communication tool for making sure your elected official is informed of your position on an issue, unless you have a personal email address. That being said, the guidelines are pretty much the same for writing a letter.

2. Make sure you identify yourself as a constituent, and back it up with your name, street address, city, state and zip code. You are competing with thousands of emails a week, but those from constituents are considered the most important.

3. Address only one issue. In your final sentence, make sure to clearly state exactly what you are asking your elected official to do.

4. Ask for a response. If you receive a response letter, it means your email was read.

Visit face to face: 1. Probably the most effective means of communicating your like or dislike of an issue.

Attend a town hall meeting and stick around afterwards for the best chance to catch your Senator or Representative. If that’s not possible, you can request an audience.

2. Elected officials websites usually include instructions on how to schedule a visit.

3. Offer the following information when scheduling: Requested date(s), number attending, the location and duration of the meeting, the subject and details of the meeting, and finally contact information including your name, phone number, address, orgainzation/affiliation (if applicable), and email address. On the day of the meeting, provide point-of-contact information.

Check your local paper for voting places and dates of elections!

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Reading materials abound in Barton County

Reading is for everyone and there are plenty of ways to get the books you want in Barton County.

Other services available at some of the libraries: computer and Internet service, talking-books, kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; programs, video tapes, etc. At the Great Bend Public Library there is a genealogical service available to help those interested in researching their family tree. Take time to visit your community library and see what it has to offer!

Ellinwood

School/Community Library 210 N. Schiller Ellinwood, Ks. 67526 620-564-2306

Independent Township Library 108 Main Claflin, Ks. 67525 620-587-3488

Great Bend Public Library

1409 Williams Street Great Bend, Ks. 67530 792-2409 http://greatbendpl.info

Hoisington Public Library 169 S. Walnut Hoisington 67544 620-653-4128

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First Responders The citizens of Barton County are served by law enforcement by either their own city police or the county’s sheriff’s department. The sheriff’s department, which has county-wide jurisdiction, also helps out in the communities and townships and assists with state and federal law enforcement agencies.

Sheriff ’s Office The Barton County Sheriff ’s Office, 1416 Kansas Ave., Great Bend, serves a population of about 28,105 and 894 square miles, which includes nine cities and 22 townships.

VIN inspections for vehicles are done in front of the jail, 1408 Kansas Ave., on Tuesdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and on Thursdays from 1-5 p.m.

Great Bend Police Department The police department is located at 1217 Williams St. Some of the services provided by the Great Bend Police Department are: • Crime Stoppers Program — Persons who furnish information leading to an arrest or charges of an offender are offered anonymity and cash rewards.

• Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE) classes — taught in all Fifth grade classes in USD 428. Specially trained officers also provide educational programs to students of all ages.

• Community relations officer — available to speak to various groups upon request.

• Police Department tours — for elementary children, Scout groups, etc.

• Bicycle Patrol Unit — Officers patrol on bicycles and assist with community events.

• America’s Promise — The Great Bend Police Department is committed to America’s Promise, a local mentoring program involving third and fourth grade students.

• Community Youth Forum — The Police Department is active in the Great Bend High School Community Youth Forum. The police chief, officers, and other community leaders meet twice monthly with area high school students for “rap” sessions.

• Local Hero’s Award — This awards citizens for setting extraordinary examples of heroism within the community.

Fire Departments The fire departments have a big role in the communities as well, be they paid or volunteer.

Great Bend Fire Department Great Bend Fire Department’s administrative office is located with Station 1 at 1205 Williams St., and the telephone number is 793-4140. Station 2 is at 5956 10th St., and the telephone number is 793-4144. Service is available 24/7, but office hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

The department provides fire protection and rescue for the City of Great Bend and the four surrounding townships. In addition, the department provides EMS response and transport to the same area plus an additional 2 1/2 townships west of Great Bend. The total population served is 20,000 people, and the average response time is 3.5 minutes in the city and eight minutes in the county.

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Call 911 for emergencies ALBERT Police Department Barton County Sheriff ’s Office 1816 Kansas Ave., Great Bend 793-1876 Fire Department 2003 Main 923-4503 BEAVER Fire Department 587-3352 CLAFLIN Police Department 587-3344 Fire Department 309 W. Front 587-3498 ELLINWOOD Police Department 209 W. 1st 564-3001 Fire Department 200 W. Santa Fe 564-3161 Galatia Fire Department Fire Chief Steve Wilhelm See Responders, 23

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First Responders

GREAT BEND 1217 Williams 793-4120

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CRIME STOPPERS

Fire Department Fire Chief Dave Bitter

Fire Department 1205 Williams 793-4140 HOISINGTON Police Department 109 E. 1st 653-4995 Fire Department 114 E. Broadway 653-7772

1217 Williams, P.O. Box 454, Great Bend 792-1300 or 888-305-1300 Cash rewards for anonymous information.

PAWNEE ROCK Fire Department Fire Chief Dustin Chambers 502 Centre 982-4464

KBI Contact Information To report or provide information for a crime or to report any drug activity ...

1-800-KS-CRIME (1-800-572-7463) Great Bend Office: 625 Washington, Great Bend, (620) 792-4354 Topeka (Headquarters): 1620 SW Tyler, Topeka, KS 66612, (785) 296-8200

BARTON COUNTY Sheriff ’s Department 1416 Kansas Ave., Great Bend 793-1876 County Jail, 1416 Kansas Ave., Great Bend – 793-1876

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Get Involved/Volunteer 4-H and Youth Programs Great Bend American Red Cross, Golden Belt Chapter Wichita Association for Continuing Education Great Bend Barton Community College Endowment Association Great Bend Barton County 4 H Holding Board Inc. Great Bend Barton County Arts Council Inc. Great Bend Barton County Fair Association Great Bend Barton County Historical Society Great Bend Barton County Young Mens Organization Inc. Great Bend Barton County Youth Care Inc. Great Bend Big Brothers/Big Sisters Great Bend Birthright of Great Bend Inc. Great Bend Boy Scouts (Quivira Council) Great Bend Bright Horizons Inc. Great Bend Camp Hope Great Bend Catholic Social Services Great Bend Center for Counseling & Consultation Great Bend Central Kansas Association for the Visually Impaired Great Bend Central Kansas Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) Great Bend Cherry Village Benevolence Inc. Great Bend Child Abuse Prevention Education Great Bend Clara Barton Hospital Foundation Inc. Hoisington Commission on Aging Great Bend Dolly Partonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Imagination Library Ellinwood Eldercare Inc. Great Bend Ellinwood Food Bank Ellinwood Ellinwood Heritage Senior Center Ellinwood Ellinwood Public Schools and Community Library Foundation Ellinwood Emergency Aid Council Great Bend Family Crisis Center Great Bend Food Bank of Barton County Inc. Great Bend Girl Scounts of Kansas Heartland Great Bend Golden Belt Community Concert Association Great Bend Golden Belt Community Foundation Great Bend Golden Belt Home Health and Hospice Great Bend Golden Belt Humane & Animal Welfare Society Inc. Great Bend Great Bend Community Theatre Inc. Great Bend Great Bend Holiday Spirit Great Bend Great Bend Jazz Festival Inc. Great Bend Great Bend Military Moms Great Bend Great Bend Recreation Commission Foundation Great Bend Great Bend Wrestling Club Great Bend Great Bend Zoological Society Inc. Great Bend Great Bend-Barton County Crime Stoppers Inc. Great Bend Habitat for Humanity Great Bend Head Start Great Bend Healing Hearts Ranch Great Bend Heart of Kansas Family Health Care Inc. Great Bend Hoisington Food Bank Great Bend Hoisington Historical Society Hoisington Hoisington Main Street Inc. Hoisington Holy Family School Foundation Great Bend Housing Opportunities Inc. Great Bend Hungry Hearts Soup Kitchen Great Bend Jefferson School Parent Teacher Organization Inc. Great Bend Kans for Kids Fighting Cancer Foundation Hoisington Kansas Oil & Gas Museum Foundation Great Bend Meals on Wheels Ellinwood Ellinwood Meals on Wheels Great Bend Great Bend Meals on Wheels Hoisington Hoisington Meals on Wheels-Great Bend High Rise Great Bend Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) Great Bend Rosewood Services Roots and Wings Foundation Great Bend Salvation Army Great Bend Senior Center Great Bend St. Rose Foundation Great Bend Star of Hope International America Inc. Ellinwood Sunflower Diversified Services Foundation Inc. Great Bend Teen Court Great Bend United Cerebral Palsy of Kansas Wichita United Way of Barton County Inc. Great Bend USD 428 Education Foundation Great Bend USD 431 Education Foundation Hoisington Western Kansas Technology Corporation Great Bend Youth Friends Great Bend

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620-793-1910 620-662-3336 620-792-3218 620-792-9367 620-793-1910 620-792-4221 620-797-3247 620-793-5125 620-792-1619 620-792-2902 620-793-5887 620-792-3316 888-750-0434 620-793-8855 620-793-9052 620-792-1393 620-792-2544 620-792-1232 620-792-5544 620-792-2165 620-639-1640 620-653-5012 620-792-3906 620-792-2403 620-792-5942 620-564-2660 620-564-3649 620-564-3226 620-793-3345 620-793-9941 620-792-4001 800-888-0872 620-793-7986 620-792-3000 620-792-8171 620-792-4279 620-792-4228 620-793-4111 620-792-3595 620-792-2838 620-793-3755 620-792-7584 620-793-4226 620-792-1300 620-792-1232 620-793-5221 620-792-5173 620-792-5700 620-653-2119 620-653-2514 620-653-2208 620-793-3265 620-792-3299 620-603-6283 620-793-1502 620-653-2210 620-793-8301 620-564-3649 620-792-1614 620-653-4619 620-792-3352 620-792-1614 620-793-5888 620-792-4299 620-792-3906 620-786-6136 620-564-3355 620-792-1321 620-793-1930 316-688-1888 620-792-2403 620-793-1500 620-653-4134 620-793-7964 620-793-1500

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Emergency Numbers Calls should be made during normal weekday hours, unless otherwise indicated.

There’s an emergency?

• Police and fire departments – 911

There’s a power outage in your neighborhood?

• Check utilities listings in the community section You suspect child abuse?

• Kansas Social and Rehabilitation Services 620-792-5324 • Barton County Sheriff – 620-793-1876 • Great Bend Police – 620-793-4120 • Ellinwood Police – 620-564-3001 • Hoisington Police – 620-653-4995 • Claflin Police – 620-587-3344

Your water main breaks?

• City Office (Great Bend) – 620-793-4100, after hours 792-3588 • Ellinwood Water Department 620-564-3199 • Hoisington Water Plant – 620-653-2866

You want to donate something?

• Salvation Army Thrift Store 1028 Harrison, Great Bend • Goodwill Store – 1705 Main, Great Bend • Life Giving Center 2100 Broadway, Great Bend

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

You smell gas?

• Kansas Gas Service – 1-800-794-4780

• Emergency / Risk Management 1400 Main, Great Bend Amy Miller – 620-793-1919

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 – http:www.hud.gov • Housing counseling for home buyers and renters – 1-800-569-4287

• Great Bend – Mary Turley – 620-793-4106 • Barton County Judy Goreham – 620-793-1894 • Ellinwood – 620-564-3161 • Hoisington – 620-653-4125

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

• Barton County Sheriff – 620-793-1876 • Great Bend Police – 620-793-4120 • Ellinwood Police – 620-564-3001 • Hoisington Police – 620-653-4995 • Claflin Police – 620-587-3344 Animals found, lost or being treated cruelly: • Golden Belt Humane Society 620-792-4297 • Hoisington Animal Control Officer 620-653-4995 You want to register to vote?

• Barton County Clerk – 620-793-1835 You want to talk to the mayor?

• Albert – Rod Cushenbery 620-923-4665 • Claflin – Mike Urban – 620-587-3707 • Ellinwood – Frank Koelsch 620-564-3161 • Galatia – Steve Wilhelm – 620-935-4331 • Great Bend – Mike Allison 620-793-4111 • Hoisington – Clayton Williamson 620-653-4125 • Olmitz – Darrell Keener 620-586-3311 • Pawnee Rock – Timothy M. Parret 620-982-4386 • Susank – Dennis Trapp –620- 653-7670

You have a zoning question?

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

• Great Bend – 620-793-4100 • Ellinwood – 620-564-3161 • Hoisington – 620-653-4125

You have a question about water quality?

• Central Kansas Local Environmental Planning Group 620-793-6892

You have a question about septic systems, water wells or need a water test for a non-public water supply?

• Barton County Judy Goreham – 620-793-1894 • Barton County Extension, 1800 12th., Great Bend, Donna Krug – 620-793-1910

You need a property transfer inspection when a private well and/or private septic system is involved?

• Barton County Judy Goreham – 620-793-1894

You need a building permit for an unincorporated area?

• Barton County Judy Goreham – 620-793-1894

You see someone illegally dumping garbage in an unincorporated area?

• Barton County Sheriff – 620-793-1867 • Great Bend Police – 620-793-4120 • Ellinwood Police – 620-564-3001 • Hoisington Police – 620-653-4995 • Claflin Police – 620-587-3344

You would like to test your home for radon?

• Barton County Extension, 1800 12th., Great Bend, Donna Krug – 620-793-1910

You have a health question?

• Barton County Health Department 620-793-1902

You want to escape domestic violence?

• Family Crisis Center – 620-793-1965

You want to know the city mini-bus schedules?

• 620-792-3859

You need a referral for day care?

• Barton County Health Department 620-793-1902

You want to subscribe to a local newspaper?

• The Great Bend Tribune – 620-792-1211 • The Hoisington Dispatch – 620-653-4154 • The Ellinwood Leader – 620-564-3116

You want a business license?

• Great Bend City Clerk – 620-793-4100 • Ellinwood Administrator –620- 564-3161 • Hoisington City Clerk – 620-653-4125 • Claflin City Hall – 620-587-3707 • Pawnee Rock City Clerk – 620-982-4386

You have a question about farming activities?

• Barton County Extension – 620-793-1910 • Soil Conservation Service – 620-792-3346

You want to dispose of household hazardous wastes?

• Barton County Landfill – 620-793-1898

You dispute your property tax bill?

• Barton County Treasurer – 620-793-1827

You are interested in adoption or foster care?

• Catholic Social Service – 620-792-1393 • Saint Francis Community Services 620-793-7454 • Youthville – 800-593-1950

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Administrative Numbers

Courthouse County Administrator Richard Boeckman – 793-1800 County Attorney Doug Matthews 793-1851 Clerk Donna Zimmerman – 793-1835 Treasurer Kevin Wondra – 793-1827 Appraiser Barbara Konrade-Stierlen 793-1821 Register of Deeds Marsha Johnson 793-1849 Health Department Director Lily Akings – 793-1920 County Extension Agents – 793-1910

Division 1 Ron Svaty – (Ellsworth)

Division 2 Hannelore Kitts – 793-1863

Magistrate Timarie Walters – 549-3296 (Stafford) 20th JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT SERVICES

Division 3

1806 12th, Great Bend – 793-1887

Mike Keeley, Chief Judge – 793-1863

CENTRAL KANSAS COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS

Magistrate

County Fair

Dale Urbanek – 785-472-4052 (Ellsworth)

1806 12th, Great Bend – 793-1940

797-FAIR (797-3247)

Russell Magistrate

JUVENILE INTAKE

Marty Clark – 785-483-5641

1208 Kansas, Great Bend – 793-1930

Magistrate

PROBATION SERVICES

Don Alvord – 257-2383 (Rice)

1806 12th, Great Bend – 793-1887

COURT District Court: Clerk Mary Gatton 793-1856

Guns • Ammo • Reloading Suppressors • Gun Safes Security Camera Systems Pepper Spray • TASER • Knives Flashlights • Tactical Gear Concealment Purses Bullet Casing Jewelry

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620-796-2133 Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8:30-6; Sat. 8-12 1705 K96 Hwy, Westgate Shopping Center, North of True Value

Dining Great Bend Applebees Bar & Grill Arby’s Braum’s Burger King Chosen Wok Classic Inn Asian and American Corner Bistro Delgado’s Mexican Diane’s Diner Ernie’s Bar and Grill EaZy Street Gambino’s Granny’s Kitchen Great Wall Chinese Buffet Great Bend Coffee Great Bend Taco Highland Hotel Johnson’s Smokehouse Barbecue Kentucky Fried Chicken Kiowa Kitchen Mexican La Fiesta Mexican Leann’s Diner Los Dos Potrillos Mexican Long John Silver’s Lumpy’s Bar & Grill Mary’s Kitchen Burritos McDonald’s Mr. Burger Montana Mike’s Steak House Napolis Italian Restaurant The Page Bistro Papa Murphy’s Take ‘n’ Bake Pizza Perkin’s Family Restaurant & Bakery Perks Coffee Shoppe Pizza Hut (1) Pizza Hut (2) Playa Azul Mexican Restaurant Sonic Drive-in Subway Deli (1) Subway Deli (2) Taco Bell The Rack Billiard Cafe Walnut Bar & Grill Wendy’s Woodie’s Smokehouse BBQ

3290 10th 3414 10th 4209 10th 3929 10th 3908 10th 1 South Patton Road 407 McKinley 2210 10th 807 10th 319 Main 54 NE 20 Road 1309 Main 2232 10th 4705 W. 10th 2015 Lakin 3106 10th 3017 10th 1624 10th 2917 10th 214 East 10th 3212 10th 2520 10th 2020 Forest 3800 10th 2017 Forest 2424 10th 3307 10th East 10th/U.S. 281 Bypass 906 McKinley 3017 10th 2920 10th 3809 10th 2920 10th 1216 Main 2006 Main 4101 10th 4909 10th 3909 10th 2723 10th 3503 10th 3706 10th 3220 Railroad 3101 North Washington 3519 10th 700 10th

620-792-8800 620-792-7229 620-792-4596 620-793-9741 620-796-2888 620-792-3100 620-282-1602 620-793-3786 620-792-6045 620-792-2619 620-793-6966 620-603-6272 620-793-7441 620-792-2898 620-603-6465 620-793-5211 620-792-2431 620-792-4700 620-793-8226 620-793-9855 620-796-2032 620-793-6491 620-793-7585 620-792-2950 620-793-6420 620-792-2912 620-792-1406 620-793-3635 620-792-5930 620-792-5092 620-792-8700 620-792-7222 620-792-4386 620-786-2334 620-792-7161 620-792-8228 620-793-6788 620-792-2962 620-792-2255 620-793-9550 620-792-7449 620-792-5851 620-793-9400 620-793-5868 620-792-3333

HOURS MON-FRI

11-2pm, 5-8:30pm

620-793-3786 2210 Tenth GREAT BEND, KANSAS

MEXICAN RESTAURANT Beaver & Terri Delgado, Owners

Dine-in, carry-out, catering or book your private parties on the weekends.

Kidz‛ Zone playroom Only indoor play place in Barton County

ARCADE

at Treader’s Place

Dine-In • Carry-Out • Delivery

620-603-6272 Lunch Open 10:30 am to 10:00 pm 7 Days A Week

1309 Main • Great Bend

Buffet

New Owner Jana Herdman

Mo’s Place Grill and Brew Pub 8 Miles N. of K-4 @ Redwing Beaver, Kansas Hours: Open Wednesday through Saturday 10:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

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“The best Mexican food in the country.”

Open Thursday, Friday and Saturday 11am-9pm 214 E. Barton Co. Rd. Great Bend 620-793-9855

Great Mexican Food ut O y r r a C le Availab

Take Your Taste Buds South of the Border for a Fantastic Flavor Fiesta!

Specials

Monday: All Margaritas 1/2 Price Wednesday: All Beer 1/2 Price Domestic & Imported Thursday: Kids Menu 1/2 Price

Dine with us for authentic Tacos, Enchiladas, Burritos, Quesadillas, and a variety of more Mexican specialties.

La Fiesta of Great Bend

Hours: Mon-Tues-Weds-Thurs-Sun 11am - 9pm Fri & Sat: Open Till 10pm 3212 10th St., Great Bend 620-796-2032

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Dining

Barton County Restaurants Beaver Mo’s Place Grill & Brew Pub Ninety Four Store

1908 Elm 200 E. Front

620-587-2350 620-587-9494

Claflin Beer 30 Bar & Grill

Main St.

620-587-3355

Ellinwood John Henry’s Lone Wolf Restaurant

518 E. Santa Fe 111 E. 1st

620-564-3676 620-564-2829

Galatia Back Roads Grill

575 Main

620-935-4243

Hoisington Dairy Queen restaurant Gambino’s Pizza Mi Tierra Pizza Hut Shaney’s

301 E. 9th (East K-4) 250 S. Main 118 E. 1st 56 W. Hwy K-4 571 S. Main

620-653-2806 620-653-2270 620-292-6009 620-653-4976 620-653-2070

Dine-In ~ Carry Out ~ Catering

Great Barbecue in Great Bend

Authentic Hickory Smoked BBQ

1624 10th Street

(Between Marmies & Riley School) ~ along the Santa Fe Trail

620.792.4700

HOURS OPEN Monday ~ Saturday 11AM to 2PM Monday ~ Thursday 5PM to 8PM Friday & Saturday 5PM to 9PM JohnsonsBBQ@cox.net

Hot or Cold.

Coffee how you want it, When you want it.

serving lunch all day.

1216 Main • Great Bend 620-786-2334

Diane’s Diner

Good ol’ Home Cookin’

Diane Morris

Owner (620) 792-6045 807 E. 10th Street Great Bend, Kansas

Let Us Do The Cooking!

Enjoy Our Popular Menu Favorites – Breakfast & Lunch Specials Served Monday Thru Sunday Lunch Buffet Daily

Try our Down Home Menu Today!

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“Breakfast, Dinner & Everything In Between” Full Service Bakery • Serving Breakfast All Day Banquet & Meeting Rooms Meeting Rooms

Room Size

Theater

Classroom Style

Banquet

Reception

Ceiling Height

Sq. Ft.

Sunflower Derrick Kansas

28x24 34x22 53x30

60 80 130

32 38 75

40 60 100

880 90 200

12’ 12’ 12’

675 750 1600

An American Bistro Bar & Grill Summertime Extended Hours of Operation

Sun.-Thurs.: 11am-10pm Fri. & Sat.: 11am-11pm

2920 10th • Great Bend 620-792-8700

2920 10th Street Great Bend 620-792-4386

NEW QUICKER LUNCH MENU

Served Monday - Friday 11am-3pm

Banquet Facility – seating for up to 200 for Holiday Gatherings, Weddings, Reunions, Graduation Parties, Baby Showers or Wedding Showers.

Buffets and Plated Meals.

Appetizers to share with the group are also included.

BEST WESTERN ANGUS INN “Rooms For Every Occasion”

CALL

800-862-6487

FOR RESERVATIONS 30 BARTON COUNTY SOURCE

• Indoor Pool & Hot Tub • Large Indoor Courtyard • Honeymoon Suites with Heart-Shaped Jacuzzi • Fridge, Microwave, Coffee Maker, in Every Room • Flat Screen TV’s • DVD Players • High Speed Internet Access • Banquet and Meeting Space Also Available

2920 10th Street, Great Bend 620-792-3541

DINING/RESTAURANT

Braum’s is looking for top quality management... we’re talking!

Cream o f t he Crop he re!!

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Hiring for the following positions!

Night Shift Supervisors

Management positions

$10.25-$10.75 + OT

Day Shift Supervisors $10.00-$10.25 + OT

The work schedule is a 45 hour work week with a set schedule. You work 5/9 hour days.

Day Shift: 5:30am-3:00pm Night Shift: Sun.-Thurs.

2:30pm-11:00pm Fri-Sat. 2:30pm-11:30pm

Full-time Positions $8.00-$8.25 Part-time Adults Positions $7.75-$8.25

Management opportunities galore with 7 Management positions per store.

Work for a rapidly growing company!

with a .25 cent raise automatically after 90 days

Part-time Kids Positions $7.25-$7.75 with a .25 cent raise automatically after 90 days

Day and evening shifts available.

We will work with your schedule.

Advancement opportunities based on your performance.

No food service experience necessary.

We provide on the job training.

Night/Day Assistant Managers $11 hr + Bonus Potential

Bonuses paid every 2 weeks average pay w/bonus. $33-$35K.

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JUST MOR’ RUMORS

4301 10th

620-793-4825

Open Wednesday - Saturday 4:00pm - 2:00am Beer & Cocktails Pool Tables, Dart Boards, Big Screen TV’s & Mor’

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The Elks Lodge 1120 Kansas Great Bend 620.793.3651

• Weddings • Business Meetings • Parties • Gatherings Rooms available for groups of 10 to 300 Best dance floor in central Kansas Full service bar and/or catering services

Tim Miller’s

CHARLIES PLACE

793-6966 North 281 Hwy., Great Bend

THE

CLUB

1109 Main Street, Great Bend • (620) 793-8668

“Your After Hours Hangout” Friends • Music Pool • Darts Cold Beer • Wine Cocktails • Pizza

Opens At 4:00pm Monday-Friday and 7:00pm on Saturday

DRINK SPECIALS EVERY NIGHT FREE NACHO BAR FRIDAY

OPEN 5:00 TO 8:00 TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY OPEN 5:00 TO 9:00 FRIDAY OPEN 11:00 TO 9:00 SATURDAY

Entertainment Nightly

l i ls Drink Specia Happy Hour Good Variety of 8pm-9pm

• Couples • Singles • Parties

4100 W. 10th

Entertainers

Looking for Dancers!

792-3734

Great Bend

Hours: 8 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Tuesday thru Saturday 32 BARTON COUNTY SOURCE

Highland Hotel & Convention Center Full Service Hotel & Banquet Meeting Facilities • Over 170 newly renovated rooms available • Free WiFi hot spots • Shuttle service • Indoor pool

Rooms starting at

45

$

Special Event Planning • Weddings • Catering • Full service bar

• Corporate meeting facility • Family & class reunions • Birthday & pool parties

Napoli’s

Italian Restaurant

Fine authentic Italian cuisine prepared by Chef Giovanni from Milan Open 7 days a week 10am - 10pm

Tour Italy right here in Great Bend!

620-792-5092 • 620-792-5093

3017 10th Street

Chaser’s

Sports Bar • DJ Friday nights • Weekly drink specials • NFL Sunday • Game night functions • Pool & dart tournaments

24/7 Coffee Shop!

• Espresso • Cappuccino • Latte • Bakery Scones, Pies and More

620-792-2431 www.highlandhotel-gb.com

Great Bend

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Churches AFRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL Myers Chapel, A.M.E. 1511 Ninth, Great Bend ASSEMBLY OF GOD First Assembly of God Church 601 Patton Road, Great Bend 620-792-5211

Iglesia de la Cosecha 222 Frey Street, Great Bend 620-514-0388 BAPTIST

Spanish Mission Church 440 Grapevine, Great Bend 620-290-6615 Calvary Baptist Church 307 West A, Ellinwood 620-564-2042 Crosspoint Christian Fellowship 2100 Broadway, Great Bend 620-793-9880 New Life Baptist 364 W. 12th St., Hoisington 620-653-4028 CATHOLIC

First Baptist Church 1601 19th, Great Bend 620-792-3894 BAPTIST – AMERICAN Central Baptist Church 3301 Lakin, Great Bend 620-793-8491 BAPTIST – INDEPENDENT First Bible Baptist Church 4th and Tahiti Drive, Great Bend 620-792-2936 Heritage Baptist Church 2000 Monroe, Great Bend BAPTIST – MISSIONARY First Landmark Missionary Baptist Church 281 South Highway & SE 20 Road, Great Bend 620-792-3200 BAPTIST – NORTH AMERICAN First Baptist Church 5 miles south of Ellinwood 620-564-2875 BAPTIST – SOUTHERN First Southern Baptist Church 3301 19th, Great Bend 620-793-8444

St. Ann’s Catholic Church Olmitz, Kansas 620-586-3306 Dominican Chapel of the Plains 3600 Broadway, Great Bend 620-792-1232 Prince of Peace Parish 620-792-1396 St. Patrick Church 4100 Broadway, Great Bend St. Rose Church 1424 Baker, Great Bend St. Joseph Catholic Church 214 N. Main, Ellinwood 620-564-2534

Pawnee Rock Christian Church 523 Centre, Pawnee Rock 620-804-0041 CHURCH OF CHRIST Church of Christ 1122 Stone, Great Bend 620-792-4647 CHURCH OF GOD First Church of God Baker and Lakin, Great Bend 620-793-5231 First Street Church of God 601 East First Street, Hoisington 620-792-6896 or 620-653-4724 CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST Great Bend Church of God in Christ 1606 Williams, Great Bend EPISCOPAL

St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church Fifth and Main, Hoisington 620-653-2695

St. John’s Episcopal Church 17th and Adams, Great Bend 620-792-6011

Holy Family Church Odin 620-564-2534

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CHRISTIAN (DISCIPLES OF CHRIST)

St. Patrick Church 4100 Broadway

St. Rose of Lima Church Broadway & Baker

First Christian Church 5230 Broadway, Great Bend 620-793-6603

Our Saviour Lutheran Church (LCMS) 5860 Eisenhower, Great Bend Worship Service: 9:00 a.m. Sundays 34 BARTON COUNTY SOURCE

CHRISTIAN – INDEPENDENT

Community Christian Church Route 3 East of BCCC, Great Bend 620-792-8215

GreatBendCatholic.com

620-792-1396

Sunday Eucharist Saturday Saturday Sunday

5 pm 5:30 pm 8 am

St. Patrick St. Rose St. Rose

Sunday Sunday

10 am St. Rose 12:30 pm St. Rose (Spanish)

Call for Sunday Morning Masses at St. Patrick

Churches Churches, from page 34 EVANGELICAL FREE Grace Community Church 210 McKinley, Great Bend 620-792-7814 FOURSQUARE River of Life Foursquare Church 1219 Main Street, Great Bend 620-792-4933 Living Joy Community Church 354 W. 1st, Hoisington 620-653-2702 HOLINESS CHURCH Bible Holiness Church 502 Stone, Great Bend INTER-DENOMINATIONAL Church On The Rock of St. John 202 W. Third, St. John Life Christian Center 4 N.W. 25 Road, Great Bend

INDEPENDENT BIBLE Hoisington Bible Church 501 E. Second, Hoisington 620-653-4533 LATTER DAY SAINTS (MORMON) The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 5851 Eisenhower, Great Bend 620-793-7328 LUTHERAN – ELCA St. Mark Lutheran Church 21st and Jackson, Great Bend 620-792-4796 Trinity Lutheran Church 24th and Adams, Great Bend 620-793-7894 Peace Lutheran Church 1243 CR 400, Rural Albert 620-923-4624 St. Paul Lutheran Church 423 Main, Galatia 620-935-4303

Emmanuel Lutheran Church 11th and Vine in Hoisington 620-653-4345 Trinity Lutheran Church 200 West Ellen, Otis 785-387-2434 LUTHERAN – MISSOURI SYNOD Our Saviour Lutheran Church 5860 Eisenhower, Great Bend 620-792-6901 Zion Lutheran Church 121 Fifth, Claflin 620-587-3698 St. John’s Lutheran Church Fifth and Wilhelm, Ellinwood 620-564-2044 Concordia Lutheran Church Ninth and Clay, Hoisington 620-653-4644 MENNONITE Bergthal Mennonite Church 3-1/2 miles north of Pawnee Rock 620-982-4589

MESSIANIC Kahal Yisra’el 620-792-8464 METHODIST Foundry Methodist Church 5401 Broadway, Great Bend 620-793-3327 NAZARENE First Church of the Nazarene 4811 Broadway, Great Bend 620-793-6139 Hoisington Church of the Nazarene Fifth and Vine, Hoisington 620-653-4122

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Churches

Churches, from page 34 NEW JERUSALEM New Jerusalem Church 300 Santa Fe, Pawnee Rock 620-982-4520

PRESBYTERIAN First Presbyterian Church 24th and Washington, Great Bend 620-792-2594

NON-DENOMINATIONAL The Cornerstone Fellowship 1609 24th, Great Bend 620-792-7852 Fellowship of Faith 915 Eisenhower, Great Bend Faith Community Church 1 Mile West of 10th & Patton, Great Bend 620-793-8084 Peace Church 4 miles north of Hudson 620-485-3405 House of Flames Church, School of Ministry & Eagle’s Nest Ministry 520 Pawnee Ave., Pawnee Rock 620-982-4949

SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST Seventh-Day Adventist Church 7 SW 30 Ave, Great Bend 620-793-5096 UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST First Congregational United Church of Christ 21st & Polk, Great Bend 620-792-5346 Immanuel United Church of Christ 701 W. Seventh, Ellinwood 620-564-2950 UNITED METHODIST First United Methodist Church 2123 Forest, Great Bend 620-792-2148

King United Methodist Church 16th and Odell, Great Bend 620-793-6778 Trinity United Methodist Church 5700 Broadway, Great Bend 620-793-6016 Mount Pleasant United Methodist Church Route 2, Ellinwood 620-793-5670 Ellinwood United Methodist Church 300 W. First, Ellinwood 620-564-2056 First United Methodist Church 467 W. Third, Hoisington 620-653-2119 United Methodist Church 120 Third, Claflin 620-587-3505

• Larger Showroom • Open Year Round!!!

• Trees, Shrubs & Seasonal Items Architectural Landscape Design and Installation – Commercial & Residential 36 BARTON COUNTY SOURCE

“Ask About Our T-Shirt Club!”

172 N. Hwy. 281 Great Bend, KS (620) 792-7041

Health Health Care St. Rose Ambulatory & Surgery Center 3515 Broadway Ave., Great Bend 620-786-6115 www.stroseASC.org Faith-based health-care system and urgent care Barton County Health Department 1300 Kansas Ave., Great Bend 620-793-1902 www.bartoncounty.org/Health St. Joseph Family Medicine 3520 Lakin Ave., Great Bend 620-792-3345 The Center for Counseling & Consultation 5815 Broadway, Great Bend 620-792-2544

Catholic Social Service Pregnancy Counseling 2201 16th St., Great Bend 620-792-1393 Ellinwood District Hospital 605 N. Main, Ellinwood 620-564-2548 Ellinwood Hospital Clinic 611 Main, Ellinwood 620-564-3771

Great Bend Regional Hospital Full service hospital with emergency room 514 Cleveland St, Great Bend 620-792-8833 www.gbregional.com Heart of Kansas (formerly We Care) 1905 19th St., Great Bend 620-792-5700 Hospice Care of Kansas 120 N. Main, Hoisington 620-653-2248

Golden Belt Home Health and Hospice 3520 Lakin Ave., Great Bend 620-792-8171

Clara Barton Hospital & Clinics 24-hour emergency services 250 W. 9th St. Hoisington 620-653-2114 www.clarabartonhospital.com

Heartland Cancer Center 204 Cleveland, Great Bend 620-792-5511

Other health services available in Barton County: Chiropractors Brantley Chiropractic, LLC Scott Brantley, DC, 1810 Main – 620-793-5588 Heartland Center for Wholistic Health Amy Antle, DC, 1005 Williams – 620-793-9067 Murray Chiropractic Center Sclie Murray, DC and Danny Murray, DC, 2100 Kansas Ave. – 620-792-1386 Grove Chiropractic and Sports Injury Dr. Jesse L. Grove, 1309 Williams – 620-792-3678 Jennings Chiropractic & Kinesiology 1907 Washington – 620-792-6854 John Krug, DC 1105 Main – 620-793-5661

See Services, 38 Heart of Kansas Family Health Care, Inc 1905 19th St Great Bend, KS 67530 “We Care About Your Health” 620-792-5700 1905 19th Street www.HeartofKansas.com Great Bend, KS 67530 620-792-5700 Heart of Kansas Family Health Care, www.HeartofKansas.com Inc provides primary medical and behavioral care. Heart of Kansas also offers prescription assistance, preventive care, diabetes management and evening appointments. Heart of Kansas is open to everyone and all insurance plans are accepted along with Medicare, Medicaid, Healthwave, and the Farm Worker Program.

Those without insurance or other financial means to obtain primary medical care may qualify for discounted fees.

“We care about your health.”

“We Care About Your Health” 1905 19th Street Great Bend, KS 67530 620-792-5700 www.HeartofKansas.com BARTON COUNTY SOURCE

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Health

Services, from page 37 Dermatology Heartland Dermatology Center and Skin Cancer Center Matthew Shaffer, MD, 1017 C Jackson – 620-792-3666

Dentists Mike Allison, DDS 1037 Sheridan – 620-792-4205 Tatum Dunekack, DDS 2124 Washington – 620-792-7690 David J. Hart, DDS 1916 Main – 620-792-5523 Ross Hildebrand, DDS 3822 6th St. – 620-792-1231 Marc Huslig, DDS 2215 Broadway – 620-793-7662 Larry Kutina, DDS 3820 6th St. – 620-792-2114

Chad A. Ohnmacht, DDS, LLC Chad A. Ohnmacht, DDS, 1701 Williams – 620-792-1941 Randall Reinhardt, DDS 2016 19th St. – 620-792-1236

Dentists – Orthodontists Leiker Orthodontics Mark Leiker, DDS, MS 2023 Washington – 620-792-6640 Cornerstone Orthodontics Dr. Brandon Johnson, DDS, 2340 Washington – 620-792-4217 Lawrence L. Trimmell, DDS 1037 Sheridan – 620-792-8116

Family Practice Kansas Medical Specialists Celestine Ofoma, MD 3720 10th St – 620-792-4500

St. Joseph Family Medicine Cherie Morris, MD, Charise Oelger, PA-C 3520 Lakin – 620-792-3345 Central Kansas Family Practice Perry M. Smith, MD, Jeffrey E. Brozek, MD, Teri Turkle-Huslig, MD, Charles Keener, MD, 1309 Polk – 620-792-5341

Hearing Aids Ear Care Hearing Aid Centers 1925 Main – 620-603-6445 Hearing HealthCare Associates 1123 Washington – 620-793-5459 Midwest Hearing Aids, Inc. 2019 Lakin – 620-792-7800 Precision Hearing Aid Center 4410 10th St. Place – 620-792-4469

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1514 K-96 Highway • Great Bend, KS

L.T. Fleske, M.D., Randall Hildebrand, M.D., and David A. Rhodes, M.D.

1514 K-96 Highway, Great Bend, KS 620-792-4383 • Free In-town Delivery • Friendly, Quality Service • Patient Profile Card and Tax Records Upon Request

MEDICAL PARK PHARMACY 1309 Polk Great Bend (620) 792-1221 Independent Hometown Pharmacy 38 BARTON COUNTY SOURCE

Our physical therapy department takes pride in delivering excellent care to all patients through our new state of the art facility. Referrals from all physicians, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners are accepted.

Please call 620-7935073 to schedule an appointment.

Larissa Michealis, PT

Troy Moore, PT

Jayme Mayers, PT

OUR KIDS GROW WITH US

1021 Eisenhower • Great Bend 620-792-5437 Healthcare for Babies, Teens and In Betweens www.GreatBendChildrensClinic.com

St. Rose

S

t. Rose Ambulatory & Surgery Center was born in May 2011 and its growth is allowing even more services for patients and families. These include enhanced cancer care, urgent care, home health and hospice services, and sleep-disorder analysis.

Mark Mingenback, director of marketing and business strategy, outlined a few highlights.

“One of our most exciting advancements is membership in the Midwest Cancer Alliance,” Mingenback said.

“This means cancer patients can receive more services locally, including second opinions and consultations by Interactive Television at our Heartland Cancer Center.”

St. Rose’s Urgent Care Center is open seven days a week with coverage by emergency-medicine physicians. “These emergency specialists are available to anyone who needs medical help right now,” Mingenback said.

Golden Belt Home Health & Hospice has expanded its coverage to include Barton, Pawnee, Rush and parts of Stafford counties. “We realize how important these services are at difficult times in people’s lives,” Mingenback said. “Whether someone needs just a little help with daily tasks or more intensive hospice services, our professional, compassionate staff is always here.”

The Sleep/Wake Disorders Center has doubled its capacity and is available six nights a week. It has added staff and equipment, and remodeled

and expanded its home on the second floor. “Sleep disorders cause many problems in day-to-day life,” Mingenback said. “Our staff conducts sleep tests and the results are used by our board-certified sleep medicine specialist to diagnose and treat.”

The infusion clinic also expanded

for those who need regular IV treatments and other care. “Our new private rooms are equipped with comfortable recliners and TVs,” Mingenback said. “It is a relaxing atmosphere and patients tell us how much they like it.”

The future looks even brighter with the recruitment of a new general surgeon and orthopedic surgeon. St. Rose looks forward to introducing them to the community.

In addition, St. Rose’s high-quality healthcare services are available at Central Kansas Surgical Care, Great Bend Internists, St. Joseph Family Medicine, Central Kansas Orthopaedics and Central Kansas Women’s Health Center.

“All these entities in the St. Rose family combine to offer the best healthcare around,” Mingenback said.

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Health Services, from page 38 Home Equipment Services

Obstetrics & Gynecology

Alternacare 2708 10th – 620-793-3700

Central Kansas Women’s Health Center, St. Rose Medical Office Building Maxine Lingurar, MD, FACOGFRCS, and Julie McClaren, ARNP, full GYN services 3515 Broadway — 620-793-5510

Medical Park Home Equipment LLC, 4010 10th St. – 620-793-7828

Home Health Services Golden Belt Home Health & Hospice, 3623 Broadway – 620-792-8171

Mark A. Judd, OD 1701 K-96 Hwy. 620-792-8733 The 10th St. Eyecare Center Russell L. McCaulley, OD, Chad Premer, OD, 2601 10th St. – 620-792-2020

Orthopedic Surgery

Roger W. Marshall, MD Sheila Hein, RN, Nurse Practitioner 514 Cleveland — 620-792-2151

Internal Medicine Great Bend Internists Jean Pringle, MD, James McReynolds, MD, Thomas Bauer, MD, Ed Habash, RPA, and Jeanne Burmester, RPA, St. Rose, 3515 Broadway - 620-793-8429

Nephrology (Kidneys) Renal Care Group 3904 6th St. 620-792-2944

Central Kansas Orthopaedics Ranjan Sachdev, St. Rose, 3515 Broadway – 620-791-6926

Ophthalmology Beahm Eye Center Donald E. Beahm, MD, 3923 Broadway - 620-792-3626

Central Kansas Orthopedic Group L.T. Fleske, MD, Randall Hildebrand, MD, 1514 K-96 Hwy. – 620-792-4383

Perry Schuetz, MD, 1422 Polk – 620-793-8414

Pain Management/ Physical Medicine

Optometrists Eyecare of Great Bend Douglas D. Ayre, OD, Greg Copeland, OD, 713 McKinley – 620-792-3535

Dr. Bell Razafindrabe 925 Patton – 620-792-2991

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Put Your Hands In Our Hands

Maintain your independence with the help of a lift chair from Medical Park Home Equipment.

Certified Hand Therapist Specializing in...

Shoulder, Elbow, Wrist & Hand, Rehabilitation, After Surgery Rehab and Pain Expert

A lift chair will give you a comfortable place to relax or watch the big game, and then….. a “Lift” when you need to get moving.

“Please call for a free consultation.”

MPHE...Your “Local Choice” for Home Medical Equipment!

People Helping People

David Gonzales OT, CHT

Hands On Expertise for Better Health

1410 Polk St. • Great Bend, KS • 620-792-2111

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MPHE

4010 10th St. Great Bend 620-793-7828 Toll Free 866-794-7828

Medical Park Home Equipment

Accredited Commission for Health Care

Health Services, from page 40 Pediatrics

Psychiatry

Great Bend Children’s Clinic Marta Edmonds, MD, Ryan Williams, MD, 1021 Eisenhower – 620-792-5437

Center for Counseling & Consultation Patrick W. Stang, MD, 5815 Broadway – 620-792-2544

Psychologists

Physical Therapists Advanced Therapy and Sports Medicine, Chtd.

Teresa Malone, PT 3715 10th St. – 620-792-7868 St. Rose Rehabilitation Services 3515 Broadway – 620-786-6111

Central Kansas Psychological Services PA 925 Patton Rd. – 620-792-6619

Central Kansas Surgical Services Robin D. Durrett, DO, FACOS, 1031 Jackson – 620-793-6990 Great Bend Regional Hospital 514 Cleveland St. – 620-792-1448 Western Kansas Surgical Specialists William M. Slater, MD, FACS, 1400 Polk – 620-792-3777

Urology Kansas Medical Specialists Ray B. Leidich, MD, FACS, 3720 10th St. – 620-792-4006

Rehabilitation/Occupational Therapy

Podiatrists

Achieve Rehab David Gonzales, OT, CHT 1410 Polk St. – 620-792-2111

Richard Burkey, DPM 3509 Forest Ave. – 620-793-7624

Surgeons

Richard D. Krause, DPM 3109 12th – 620-793-6592

Central Kansas Surgical Care Tatiana Kovtoun 3515 Broadway – 620-792-1227

“See Us... See Better... Live Better”

Dr. Mark A. Judd

• Comprehensive Eye Exams • Glasses • Contact Lenses • Surgical Co-Management

Complete Eye Care for the Entire Family

LIFE

your friend for

Our Providers Joshua Durham, D.O. Nathan C. Knackstedt, D.O. Scott Webb, D.O.

620.792.8733 • 800.466.9303 Westgate Shopping Center • 1701 K-96 Highway • Great Bend, Kansas

20/20 OPTiX Service. Selection. Style

Linda Krug, PA-C Phillip Barnes, PA-C Debra Brockel, PA

Our Services Surgical Services Laboratory EKG/Holter Monitor Respiratory Therapy

CT Scan/PET/MRI Nuclear Medicine Cardiac Stress Testing Digital Mammography

Therapy Services PT/OT/Speech Pulmonary Function Testing

Nursing Medical/Surgical Care Intermediate Care

Skilled Nursing Care Social Services

Out Patient Services Located in the

Westgate Shopping Center 1701 K-96 Hwy. Great Bend, KS 67530 or call 620.793.7800 877.793.7800 toll free

Surgery Lab Draws Neupogen Infusion Therapy Antibiotic Therapy

Wound Care Blood Transfusions Anti-Coagulant Therapy Pain Pump Management Sleep Study

Hickman Port-A-Cath PICC Maintenance IVIG & Remicade Cardiac Rehabilitation

24 Hour Emergency Services

620-653-2114

www.clarabartonhospital.org 250 W. 9th, Hoisington, KS 67544

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Immunizations

Be wise, immunize Childhood immunizations are administered through the age of 18. Contact the Barton County Health Department, 1300 Kansas, Great Bend, 620-793-1902, bartoncounty.org/Health.

School Entry Requirements • Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis (DTaP): five doses required. Four doses acceptable if dose 4 given on or after the 4th birthday.

• Poliomyelitis (IPV/OPV): four doses required.

• Measles, Mumps, Rubella: two doses required.

• Hepatitis B: three doses required through grade 12.

• Varicella (chickenpox): two doses required for grades K-3 and 7-8; one dose required for grades 4-6 and 9-12 unless history of varicella disease. Two doses are currently recommended for all ages.

• Haemophilus influenzae type B (HiB): three doses required for children less than 5 years of age in early childhood programs.

• Pneumococcal conjugate (PCV): four doses required for children less than 5 years of age in early childhood programs.

• Hepatitis A: two doses required for children less than 5 years of age. The first dose is given at 12 to 18 months of age, with a 6 month interval between the first and second dose.

In addition to the immunizations required for school entry, the below immunizations are recommended for school children:

Hospice Care of Kansas When facing a life-limiting illness, a patient and family may choose to cease ineffective curative treatment and instead focus on comfort, compassion and dignity. Hospice emphasizes symptom and pain management rather than cure. Hospice treats the whole person, not the disease, while providing care and support for their families. The emphasis of this care is on helping the patient make the most of every moment by providing comfort and relief from pain and symptoms. Care is provided for Alzheimer’s, dementia, liver or kidney failure, stroke, cancer and HIV. Services are covered by Medicare, Medicaid and most private insurance. We’re here to help. To learn more about our services call 24 hours a day 1-888-276-5757.

Serving Barton, Reno, Rice, Pratt and Stafford counties.

1-888-276-5757 1-620-664-5757 Local people serving local families 42 BARTON COUNTY SOURCE

• Meningococcal (MCV4): one dose recommended at 11 years with a booster dose at 16 years of age; not required for school entry.

• Human Papillomavirus (HPV): three doses recommended for males and females at 11 years of age; not required for school entry.

• Influenza: yearly vaccination recommended for all ages 6 months or older; not required for school entry.

Information from the Kansas Department of Health and Environment.

Hospital Services: • 24/7 ER with physician coverage • 33 Private Rooms • Women and Children’s Center • 4 ICU Rooms • 24/7 Surgical Services • 4 Operating Rooms • Imaging Services including 24/7 Ultrasound and CT • Level II Nursery • Full Service Lab including Microbiology and Blood Bank • Telemetry –hospital wide • Pharmacy Services • Dietary Services • Social Services • Respiratory Services • Physical Therapy

Coming Soon: David Rhodes MD, a new orthopedic surgeon, is joining Great Bend Regional Hospital in August 2012.

Current building expansion project to make room for the NEW 1.5 Magnet MRI that will be up and running as of December 2012

Committed to and Caring for the Community! www.gbregional.com

Health

Veterinarians in Barton County Animal Care Hospital LLC

Mike Malone, D.V.M., Jackie Corbett, D.V.M. 3400 10th, Great Bend – 620-792-7373

Animal Medical Center

Nels N. Lindberg, D.V.M., Matt C. Fehr, D.V.M., Craig Pauly, D.V.M. 622 McKinley, Great Bend – 620-792-1265

“Large or Small, We Take Care of Them All.”

Ark Valley Veterinary Hospital

Jon Briel, D.V.M., Terry Turner, D.V.M. 1205 Patton Road, Great Bend – 620-793-5457

Ark Valley Veterinary Ellinwood Branch 315 E. Sante Fe, Ellinwood – 620-564-1161

Countryside Veterinary Associates

www.myamcvets.com

William R. Niederee, D.V.M., J.L. Schrader, D.V.M., Sandi G. Hayek, D.V.M. 2900 N. Main, Great Bend – 620-792-2551

Hoisington Veterinary Hospital Chtd.

Nels N. Lindberg, DVM Matt C. Fehr, DVM John A. Ferguson, DVM

Mountain Veterinary Services & Surgical Center

Mon-Fri 8-5:30, Sat 8-Noon 24 Hour Emergency Care

David McMillon, D.V.M., Lindsay Mitchell, D.V.M. South Hwy. 281, Hoisington – 620-653-2862 Katherine Mountain, D.V.M. 608 N. Bismark, Ellinwood – 620-564-3534

622 McKinley

COUNTRYSIDE VETERINARY ASSOCIATES

Providing Over 50 Years Of... ...Compassionate Care For You and Your Pet William R. Niederee, D.V.M. J.L. Schrader, D.V.M. Sandi G. Hayek, D.V.M. • Small Animal & Large Animal • Grooming & Boarding

C

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• Consultation & Referrals • Companion & Food Animal Practice

Call for an appointment Mon-Fri 8 to 6 - Sat 8 to 12 24 HOUR EMERGENCY SERVICE

620-792-2551 Office: 2900 N. Main St. • GREAT BEND

www.countrysidevetgb.com

Compassion, Caring, Integrity

Great Bend

(620)792-1265

w151 S. Hwy. 281/P.O. Box 1653 620-792-4297

gbhumanesociety@att.net

“Serving the Great Bend community for over 60 years.”

• Animal Control Services • Ordinance & Resolution Compliance

Best Chance Adoption Program in cooperation with LCMHF Obedience classes available with area Obedience and Agility exhibitors

See adoptable pets at Petfinder.com Hours of operation: M-F: 8:30-5:30 Sat.: 8:30-3:00 Viewing after 11:00 www.facebook.com/GoldenBeltHumaneSociety

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Support / In Need

HOTLINES Child/Adult Abuse Reporting

Kansas Children’s Service League-Parent Helpline

800-922-5330

316-942-4261, 800-332-6378 Box 517, Wichita www.kcsl.org

CrimeStoppers

620-792-1300, 888-305-0029

Domestic Abuse Sexual Assault

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

888-363-22873, 888-END-Abuse

Family Crisis Center

Kansas Weatherization Assistance

620-792-1885, 866-792-1885

Fraud Abuse Hotline

Program – KWAP 877-505-5150

Medicaid (Customer Assistance)

800-432-3913

800-766-9012

Great Bend Regional Service Center

Nursing Home Complaints 800-842-0078 Kansas Department of Health & Environment

620-792-5324

Kansas Department for Children and Families

Senior Health Insurance Counseling for Kansas (SHICK) 1-800-860-5260

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

Suicide Prevention Lifeline

1-800-273-TALK (8255) www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org/

Poison Control

1305 Patton Road, Great Bend www.dcf.ks.gov

Safe Haven Sites for Infants

Newborns up to 45 days old can now be safely given up by mothers to employees at Health Departments, Hospitals, Medical Facilities or Fire Departments in Kansas with no consequences or abandonment charges.

This program ensures the safety and health of newborns.

In Kansas, no one ever has to abandon a child again.

Tobacco Cessation

800-222-1222

1-800-QUIT-NOW

Abuse Support

Adult Protective Services

Alcoholism/Drug Abuse

Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Support Group

Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services

Alcoholics Anonymous

620-793-3962 1620 Hubbard, Great Bend

800-922-5330.

Report abuse

620-792-1885, 866-792-1885

Family Crisis Center Adoption

Al-Anon

620-793-3962 1620 Hubbard, Great Bend

Kansas Department of Health & Environment Bureau of Health Facilities

Youthville

Dream, Inc.

800-842-0078 Nursing home complaints

800-593-1950 www.youthville.org

620-792-5152 2006 Washington, Great Bend See Hotlines, 45

Community Bank 100% local ownership Commitment to our Community.

It’s a Real Community Bank® way of doing business... ....today and tomorrow.

Member FDIC

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Bank Locations Great Bend 2220 Broadway 4107 West Tenth St.

Otis

112 S. Main

Ellinwood

Peterbilt & GMC of Great Bend

211 E. Santa Fe

Ness City 210 S. Kansas

6 ATM Locations

Doonan Pre-Owned 10th & Washington

56 & 156 Junction 620-792-2491

www.doonantruck.com

Support / In Need Hotlines, from page 44

Kansas Quitline

1-800-QUIT-NOW, 1-800-784-8669 www.QuitNow.net Free telephone sessions with a Quit Coach to help people quit using tobacco (smoking cigarettes, chewing tobacco, snuffs, etc.).

Narcotics Anonymous Great Bend www.marscna.net

The Serenity Seekers

620-282-2324 2100 Broadway Ave., Great Bend A Christian-centered 12 Step program

Anxiety support Recovery Inc.

620-793-6385, 620-792-4620 Self-help group for people with anxiety disorders

Attachment Disorder Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Phyllis Bosley

620-793-3995 www.bosleyfoundation.org bosleyff@att.net

Breast Feeding Support Breast Feeding Support Group 620-793-1902

Barton County Health Department

1300 Kansas Ave., Great Bend

La Leche League of Great Bend 620-617-1663, 620-338-0508, and 620-793-3682

Barton County Health Department

1300 Kansas Ave., Great Bend

Cancer Support American Cancer Society 620-549-3602 Vicki Jo Miller

Barton County Relay for Life 620-786-1502 Sheri Elsen, Chairperson

Breast Friends 620-653-4834

Us Too Prostate Cancer Support Group

620-792-4586, 620-793-5619.

Heartland Cancer Support Group

620-792-5511 204 Cleveland, Great Bend

Childhood Cancer Family Support

Group 620-564-3529, 620-792-2544, 620-793-5184, 620-792-1018 Kans for Kids Fighting Cancer Foundation Inc.

Child Care Support Kansas Department for Children and Families

888-369-4777 Employed parents financial help with child care expenses

Safe Haven Sites for Infants

Newborns up to 45 days old can now be safely given up by mothers to employees at Health Departments, Hospitals, Medical Facilities or Fire Departments in Kansas with no consequences or abandonment charges. This program ensures the safety and health of newborns.

In Kansas, no one ever has to abandon a child again.

Counseling and Other Services Healing Hearts Ranch

620-792-5173 Children and families who struggle with emotional and behavioral challenges scott@healingheartsranch.com

The Center for Counseling Consultation

Children in Need

620-792-2544 (24 hour emergency number) 5815 Broadway, Great Bend

20th Judicial District Court Services

Developmentally Disabled

620-793-1887 1806 12th Street, Great Bend Sabrina Chism ctservechism@cpcis.net

Barton County Young Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Organization 620-792-1619 1515 Morton, Great Bend

Barton County Youth Care 620-792-2902 2212 Forest Ave., Great Bend

Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Central Kansas 620-793-5887 3420 Broadway, Great Bend

Central Kansas Court Appointed Special Advocates 620-792-5544 1225 Williams, Great Bend casa@cpcis.net

Child Abuse Prevention Education 620-792-2177, 620-639-1640 Kansas Department for Children and Families

800-922-5330, 888-369-4777 Child abuse can be emotional, mental, physical, sexual, medical, abandonment or lack of supervision. Call to report abuse.

Southwest Developmental Services, Inc (SDSI) 620-793-7604, 800-793-7604 1105 Main Street, Suite D Great Bend, KS 67530

Parents Helping Parents Support Group

620-639-1999 Grace Community Church 210 McKinley St., Great Bend

Diabetes Support La Nueva Esperanza Hispanic

620-792-5700 Heart of Kansas Family Health Care Inc 1905 19th St., Great Bend

St. Rose Diabetes Support Group 620-786-6457 3515 Broadway Ave., Great Bend

Divorce Support Divorce Care 620-792-5211 601 S. Patton Road, Great Bend

Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Support Group 620-792-1885

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Support / In Need Hotlines, from page 45

Family Crisis Center

620-793-1965, 620-792-1885 (24 hour crisis line) Box 1543, Great Bend

Kansas Coalition Against Sexual and Domestic Violence 888-END ABUSE, 1-888-363-2287 Kansas Crisis Hotline

Elderly Southwest Kansas Area Agency on Aging

620-793-6633 1905 Washington, Great Bend

Emergency Services and Aid American Red Cross Disaster Response and Planning 316-219-4051, 316-650-9105 1900 E. Douglas, Wichita www.midwaykansas.redcross.org Darla Hesse hesseda@usa.redcross.org

American Red Cross Reno County Chapter

620-662-3336 111 North Walnut, Suite B Hutchinson Megan Gottschalk megan@redcross.kscoxmail.com

Barton County Health Department- WIC

Program 620-793-1909 1300 Kansas Avenue, Great Bend Beverly Frizell, RD, LD bfrizell@bartoncounty.org

Barton County Special Education Cooperative 620-793-1550 2535 Lakin, Great Bend Christie Gerdes christie.gerdes@usd428.net

Catholic Social Services 620-792-1393, 800-794-9756 2201 16th, Great Bend

Emergency Aid Council 620-793-3345 3007 10th St., Great Bend

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Lasting Life Ministries

620-603-6283, 620-282-2706 2100 Broadway, Great Bend lifegivingcenter@hotmail.com

LIEAP-Low Income Energy Assistance Program 800-432-0043 (seasonal)

The Salvation Army

620-792-4299 2545 10th Street, Great Bend

United Way of Central Kansas 620-792-2403 1125 Williams, Great Bend Julie Smith unitedwaycentralks@hotmail.com

Emergency and Transitional Shelter Daniel R. Trickey Memorial Life Giving Center

620-603-6283, 620-282-2706 2100 Broadway Ave, Great Bend lifegivingcenter@hotmail.com Transitional living ministry for women with or without children.

Prodigal Ministries of Kansas 620-792-2600, 620-793-9196 820 Hickory, Great Bend Transitional living ministry for men

Employment Barton Community College Career Center 620-792-9349 245 NE 30th Rd, Great Bend

Barton Community College Center for Adult Education 620-793-5794 1025 Main, Great Bend Joseph Thorton thorntonj@bartonccc.edu

Central Kansas Educational Opportunity Center 620-793-8164 1025 Main, Great Bend Susie Burt burts@bartonccc.edu

Flint Hills Job Corps Center 785-537-7222 4620 Eureka Drive, Manhattan

Great Bend Regional Service Center

620-792-5324 Kansas Department for Children and Families 1305 Patton Road, Great Bend www.dcf.ks.gov See Hotlines, 47

Support / In Need Hotlines, from page 45

Job Success

620-792-7390 1305 Patton Rd., Great Bend

Kansas Works

620-793-5445 1025 Main, Great Bend Delbert Randolph drandolph@kansasworks.com

Rosewood Services

620-793-5888 384 N. Washington Great Bend, KS 67530 Vocational training assistance and support services for individuals with developmental disabilities.

SES (Supported Employment Services) 620-792-6012

The Center for Counseling

5815 Broadway, Great Bend Vocational counseling and placement to adults with severe and persistent mental illnesses.

SER Corporation

Food

785-623-4016, 877-723-4016 1008 E. 17th, #7, Hays www.sercorp.com Vicki Lumpkins vlumpkins@sercorp.com

888-819-3745 1912 11th Street, Great Bend www.angelfoodministries.com

Sunflower Diversified Services

Barton County Health Department- WIC Program

620-792-1321 8823 4th, Great Bend Vocational training assistance and support services for individuals with developmental disabilities.

Angel Food Ministries

620-793-1909 1300 Kansas Avenue, Great Bend 620-793-1902 Beverly Frizell, RD, LD bfrizell@bartoncounty.org

Work Opportunities for Rural Kansas (WORKS)

Commission on Aging

1-866-271-0853 102 W. 15th, Hays

620-792-3906 2005 Kansas, Great Bend Rosy Tomlin

Family Services

ElderCare, Inc.

Family Preservation

785-296-5254 Kansas Department for Children and Families Intensive in-home services are provided through a contract with a Child Welfare Case Management Provider.

620-792-5942, 866-792-5942 1819 11th Street, Great Bend

Ellinwood Food Bank 620-564-2660 701 N. Fritz, Ellinwood

Food Bank of Barton County 620-792-4001 3007 10th Street, Great Bend

Friendship Meals

620-564-3649 Heritage Senior Center 103 N. Main, Ellinwood

Friendship Meals

620-792-3906 2005 Kansas Ave., Great Bend

Friendship Meals

620-653-2555 419 East 3rd, Hoisington

Golden Belt Regional Food Program 620-639-5355

Great Bend Regional Service Center 620-792-5324

Kansas Department for Children and Families

1305 Patton Road, Great Bend www.dcf.ks.gov Commodities (Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP ) See Hotlines, 48 BARTON COUNTY SOURCE

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Support / In Need Hotlines, from page 47

Hoisington Community Food Bank 620-653-2119 467 W 3rd, Hoisington

Hungry Heart Soup Kitchen 1515 Williams, Great Bend

Homeless Services Daniel R. Trickey Memorial Life Giving Center 620-603-6283, 620-282-2706

Lasting Life Ministries

888-369-4777 Financial help with food expenses

2100 Broadway Ave Great Bend, KS 67530 lifegivingcenter@hotmail.com Michelle Conner Transitional living ministry for women with or without children.

Kansas Food 4 Life

Prodigal Ministries of Kansas

Kansas Department for Children and Families

620-793-7100 4 NW 25 Road, Great Bend (across from Cox Communications on N. Washington St.) www.kansasfood4life.org

Meals on Wheels

620-7821833 1025 Main D114, Great Bend

Meals on Wheels

620-564-3649 Heritage Senior Center 103 N. Main, Ellinwood

Prairie Land Food

620-793-8510 Assembly of God Church 2106 San Domingo, Great Bend

The Salvation Army 620-792-4299 2545 10th Street, Great Bend

WIC â&#x20AC;&#x201C;Barton County Health Department

620-793-1909 1300 E. Kansas, Suite B, Great Bend

Grief Support Golden Belt Home Health and Hospice Grief Support Group 620-792-8171, 620-786-6468

St. Rose Ambulatory and Surgery Center 3515 Broadway Great Bend, KS 67530

620-792-2600, 620-793-9196 820 Hickory, Great Bend Transitional living ministry for men

620-792-3696

Physical Disabilities Living Independently in Northwest Kansas (Link) Inc 620-792-6600 1103 Main St., Great Bend

Parenting: Parents Helping Parents support group

Housing-subsidized Cardinal Apartments

Pregnancy

Cedar Park Place

620-792-3316, 800-550-4900 2525 8th St., Great Bend Sharon King-Director kssharon@kscable.com

620-653-4342 1400 N. Clay St., Hoisington 620-793-8115 3910 Cedar Park Place, Great Bend

Cheyenne Village

5900 Eisenhower Lane, Great Bend

Ellinwood Heights

620-278-2528 515 S Bismark Ave., Ellinwood

Great Bend Housing Authority 620-793-7761 1101 Kansas, Great Bend

Habitat for Humanity 620-792-1232, Great Bend

Housing Opportunities 620-792-3299 1313 Stone St., Great Bend

Sommerset Place

785-272-0965 5803 16th Street Terrace, Great Bend

Sunflower Housing

620-792-1325 5957 Eisenhower Ave., Great Bend

Mental Health Bright Horizons

620-793-8855 4801 10th St., Great Bend

Golden Belt Home Educators

Adult peer-to-peer mental health support Transportation available in Barton County 620-639-8851.

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Multiple Sclerosis Support Group

620-639-1999 Grace Community Church 210 McKinley St., Great Bend

Home Educators (GBHE) 620-792-3118 www.gbhe.org

Multiple Sclerosis

Birthright

Catholic Social Services

620-792-1393, 800-794-9756 2201 16th Great Bend, KS 67530 Serving all faiths. Adoption, Teen Moms, pregnancy counseling, serving pregnant and parenting teens. Also help with drug & alcohol, addiction counseling, marriage educations classes, and income assistance.

Safe Haven Sites for Infants

Newborns up to 45 days old can now be safely given up by mothers to employees at Health Departments, Hospitals, Medical Facilities or Fire Departments in Kansas with no consequences or abandonment charges.

This program ensures the safety and health of newborns. In Kansas, no one ever has to abandon a child again.

Reintergration/Foster Care St. Francis Academy

620-792-7454 1508 Main, Great Bend

Youthville

800-593-1950 www.youthville.org See Hotlines, 49

Support / In Need Hotlines, from page 48

Visually Impaired

Hoisington Public Transportation

Transportation

Central Kansas Association Visual Impaired

Commission on Aging

620-653-2555 419 East 3rd, Hoisington

General Public Transportation

620-792-3859 Area Agency on Aging 2005 Kansas, Great Bend

620-792-3906 2005 Kansas, Great Bend

620-792-1232, 620-793-7410 Dominican Sisters’ Auditorium.

3600 Broadway, Great Bend

Mini-Bus

620-792-3859 2005 Kansas, Great Bend

Weight Loss

TOPS KS 248 620-793-8998, 1 (800) 932-8677 Bednasek@networksplus.net.

Center for Community Support and Research 800-445-0116 Statewide clearing house for self-help groups.

Referrals to Kansas and national support group organizations. www.ccsr.wichita.edu Serving Central Kansas Since 1960 ...

Supporting ting Central Kansas 47 Years ars

There is a Difference

COMMUNITY SUPPORT

Employment / Manufacturing / Area Recycling Residential / Transportation Medical & Therapeutic Supports • Life Skills Enhancement

BUSINESS OFFICE - FISCAL & HR 8823 4TH - BOX 838 • GREAT BEND

620-792-1321

www.sunflowerdiv.com

CASE MANAGEMENT

1021 K-96 Hwy • GREAT BEND • 620-792-1325

MARMIE

CHRYSLER, DODGE JEEP, RAM MON.- FRI.: 8:00-7:00; SAT.: 8:00-5:00

10th & Baker Great Bend 620-792-2571 1-800-239-7840

www.marmies.net

EARLY EDUCATION CENTER Birth Thru Age 2 Services

INCREDIBLE YEARS PRESCHOOL Ages 2 1/2 - 5

620-792-4087

Screenings/Evaluations/Speech Therapy • Family Service Coordination 1312 PATTON • GREAT BEND RECYCLING DROP-OFF

CATCH A RIDE

1010 HUBBARD, GREAT BEND

GENERAL PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION

620-792-5800

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Education Whether learning to read or wanting to acquire an advanced degree, the educational needs of Barton County residents are met through a variety of public and private institutions.

School is in session from mid-August to mid- May. There are eight public elementary schools, three public middle schools, four public high schools, three parochial schools and one private school. The special needs population is served, as well as a chance for adults to continue their education or get their GED. At the Barton Community College campus, students have the opportunity to receive anything from a program certification to a master degree. With Bartonline.org, the college reaches out to those who are place bound by offering online courses and degree programs.

The college also offers technical programs to strengthen the workforce through customized training, short-term classes, certificates and degrees. Transfer programs also are available, bolstered by 2+2 agreements with a variety of four-year colleges and universities. In some cases, students can finish their bachelor’s and master’s degrees while remaining at home through Barton’s partnership with K-State at Barton and Access US.

Public Schools Central Plains District USD 112 Mascot: Oilers 600 S. Main, P.O. Box 168, Holyrood, KS 67450 785-252-3695 \ 785-252-3697 (fax) www.usd112.org The Board of Education meets at Central Plains Middle School 6 p.m. the second Monday of each month, 600 S. Main, Holyrood.

Superintendent Steve Woolf – 785-472-5241 Athletic Director Pat Stiles, 620-587-3801 Schools and Principals: Central Plains Elementary School 600 S. Main, Holyrood, KS 67450 Jane Oeser – 785-252-3666 Central Plains Middle School 500 S. Main, Bushton, KS 67427 Jane Oeser – 620-562-3596 Central Plains High School 700 Albro, P.O. Box 348, Claflin, KS 67525 Toby Holmes – 620-587-3801

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Ellinwood Unified School District USD 355 Mascot: Eagles 300 N. Schiller, Ellinwood 67526 620-564-3226 \ 620-564-2206 (fax) www.usd355.org The Board of Education meets at 6 p.m. the second Monday of each month, Ellinwood School/Community Library 210 N. Schiller, Ellinwood Superintendent Ben Jacobs – 620-564-3226 Athletic Director Kip Wilson, 620-564-3136 Schools and Principals: Ellinwood Grade School 310 E. 6th, Ellinwood Eric Sjogren – 620-564-2750 Ellinwood High School 210 E. 2nd, Ellinwood Shawn Henderson – 620-564-3136 Ellinwood Middle School 210 E. 2nd, Ellinwood Shawn Henderson – 620-564-3136

Great Bend Unified School District USD 428 Mascot: Panthers 201 South Patton Rd., Great Bend 67530 620-793-1500 \ 620-793-1585 (fax) TV Channel 21 www.usd428.net The Board of Education meets at 5 p.m. the second Monday of each month District Education Center, 201 S. Patton Road, Great Bend Superintendent Dr. Tom Vernon 620-793-1500 Athletic Director David Meter 620-793-1521

Schools and Principals: Eisenhower Elementary School 1212 Garfield, Great Bend Tricia Reiser – 620-793-1501 Jefferson Elementary School 2716 24th, Great Bend Art Baker – 620-793-1502 Lincoln Elementary School 5630 Broadway, Great Bend Misty Straub – 620-793-1503 Riley Elementary School 1515 10th, Great Bend JoAnn Blevins – 620-793-1506 Great Bend Middle School 1919 Harrison, Great Bend David Reiser – 620-793-1510 Great Bend High School 2027 Morton, Great Bend Tim Friess – 620-793-1521 Alternative Learning Center 2027 Morton, Great Bend Justin Schwartz – 620-793-1521 Helping Hands Preschool 2535 Lakin, Great Bend Michelle Cape– 620-793-1615 Barton County Special Services Cooperative 2535 Lakin, Great Bend Christie Gerdes, director – 620-793-1550 Parent Teacher Resource Center 2535 Lakin, Great Bend 620-793-1633

Hoisington Unified School District USD 431 Mascot: Cardinals 165 West Third, Hoisington KS 67544

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Education Education, from page 50 620-653-4134 \ 620-653-4073 (fax) www.usd431.net The Board of Education meets at 7 p.m. the first Monday of each month Education office, 165 West Third, Hoisington Superintendent Bill Lowry – 620-653-4134 Athletic Director, Joel Mason, 620-653-2141 Schools and principals: Lincoln Elementary School 516 N. Pine, Hoisington Alan Charles – 620-653-4549 Roosevelt Elementary and Pre-School 315 N. Vine, Ellinwood Alan Charles – 620-653-4470 Hoisington Middle School 360 W. 11th, Hoisington Patricia Reinhardt – 620-653-4951 Hoisington High School 218 E. 7th, Hoisington Meg Wilson –620- 653-2141

Parochial and Private Schools Ellinwood St. Joseph’s School (parochial K-8) 111 W. 3rd , Ellinwood Marlene Clayton, lead teacher 620-564-2721

Great Bend Central Kansas Christian Academy (private K-9) 215 McKinley, Great Bend Ed Johnson – 620-792-3477 Seventh Day Adventist Church & Elem.

School (parochial K-8) 7 SW 30, Great Bend Betty Hay – 620-793-9247 Holy Family School (parochial pre-school-6) 4200 Broadway, Great Bend Karen Moeder – 620-793-3265

Schools for the Handicapped Pathways, ResCare, Inc. 2317 Washington, Ave., Great Bend 620-793-8501 Residential, Day Program, Vocational, Case Management, Health Maintenance.

Rosewood Services 384 N. Washington, Ave., Great Bend 620-793-5888 \ 620-793-8393 (fax) www.rosewoodservices.com

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Education Education, from page 51 A fully-licensed Community Service Provider (CSP) for children and adults with disabilities.

Sunflower Diversified Services Inc. 1521 K-96 Highway, Great Bend 620-792-1325 Serving adults and children with developmental disabilities.

Sunflower Early Education Center (EEC) Invest in Kids Programs 1312 Patton, Great Bend – 620-792-4087 Variety of services for children, starting with assessments of children for developmental delays and early intervention for those children with developmental needs or that have a diagnosed syndrome. For ages 0-3.

TLC Pre-School 2701 24th, Great Bend – 620-793-7894 Barton Community College Childcare Development Center 245 NE 30th Rd., Great Bend 620-792-9360 Migrant Pre-School, Riley School 1515 10th, Great Bend 620- 793-1506 USD 112 Central Plains 600 S. Main, Holyrood - 785-252-3695 Roosevelt Pre-School 316 N. Vine, Hoisington 620-653-4470.

Pre-School and Pre-Kindergarten (Academic)

Early Childhood Center 2535 Lakin, Great Bend 620-793-1508.

Sunflower Early Ed Center 1312 Patton, Great Bend 620-792-4087

St. John Lutheran Child Development Center 615 N. Main, Ellinwood – 620-564-2885 Applied Learning Center 4500 10th St. Pl., Great Bend – 620-793-9733 Great Bend Children’s Learning Center 1802 22nd, Great Bend – 620-792-2421 Helping Hands Preschool 2535 Lakin, Great Bend – 620-793-1615 (special needs and peer models) Holy Family School 4200 Broadway, Great Bend – 620-793-3265 Incredible Years Preschool 1312 Patton, Great Bend – 620-792-4087 Lamb’s Gate Christian Pre-School 210 S. McKinley, Great Bend – 620-792-3343 Noah’s Ark Pre-School 2123 Forest, Great Bend – 620-793-3451 Share & Care Pre-School and Child Care Center 5700 Broadway, Great Bend – 620-792-4616

Special Needs Early Childhood

After School Enrichment TLC Discoveries 2701 24th, Great Bend 620-793-8816 Barton Community College Child Care Development Center 245 NE 30th Rd., Great Bend 620-792-9360

Center for Adult Basic Education 1025 Main (upstairs), Great Bend 620-793-5794 Basic math and reading, English as a Second Language, citizenship, workplace literacy, GED free tutors, free practice tests, final tests

Other Education Services

Colleges

Barton Academy/ESSDACK 5220 W. 10th, Great Bend 620-792-7995 High school diploma, ESL program, classes in reading, writing, citizenship and computers

Barton Community College 245 NE 30 Rd, Great Bend – 620-792-2701 Web Site: www.bartonccc.edu K-State at Barton 245 NE 30 Rd, Science and Math Building, Room S-105, Great Bend – 620-786-1188

Your Source For Strengthening our Communities Learning Online Transfer Programs Workforce Training Programs College Credit in High School hool GED Completion Cultural Events and Opportunities ies

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w www.GoBarton.com 800-748-7594 • 792-2701 245 NE 30 RD • Great Bend, KS 67530-9251

HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL We Learn. We Love. We Serve.

Holy Family Catholic School encourages academic excellence by providing an accelerated curriculum in a safe, nurturing environment.

•Accredited by the Kansas State Board of Education •Certified Staff •Small Class Size

We welcome students of all faiths.

•Recipient of Multiple Governor’s Achievement Awards in Education

•High Academic Standards •H •Service Driven School •5th & 6th Grade Band •Strong Family Involvement

4200 Broadway • Great Bend, KS 67530 • 620-793-3265 • office@gbholyfamily.org BARTON COUNTY SOURCE

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Senior Citizens Recreation and services are offered at senior centers in Claflin, Ellinwood, Great Bend and Hoisington.

ElderCare has information vital for senior citizens’ well-being and lifestyle is available at the Great Bend Public Library, 1409 Williams; Central Kansas Medical Center, 3515 Broadway; Great Bend Senior Center, 2005 Kansas; Barton County RSVP; Barton County Eldercare Office, 1819 11th; and Barton Community College Adult Education Center, 1025 Main.

Transportation Ellinwood Heritage Club 620-564-3649 or 620-564-2877

Great Bend

Commission, Central Kansas Public Library, High Rise.

Senior Net, Internet for Senior Adults, Great Bend Public Library; 620-792-2409 STEPS, Exercise class: M, W, F, GBRC Activity Center, 10:15 - 11:15.

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program 620-792-1614 Walkers and Joggers, City Auditorium M-F from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Hoisington The Hoisington Commission on Aging, second Tuesday, 109 E. 1st, 4:30 p.m. Friendship Meals, noon, 419 E. 3rd; 620-653-2555 or 620-617-2116 Heritage Senior Center, fourth Thursday, 5:30 or 6 p.m., Friendship Hall, 419 E 3rd, Hoisington.

Great Bend Activity Center 2715 18th.

Great Bend City Auditoriu Lakin and Williams.

High Rise, 1101 Kansas; 620-793-7761 Recreation Commission, Transportation 1214 Stone Street 620-793-3755 Our Trolley (mini-bus) Health Services RSVP, 2012 Lakin Street 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. M-F 620-792-1614 620-653-2555 Hospice, Golden Belt Home Senior Center, 2005 Kansas Ave., Health and Hospice 620-792-3906 Other services 620-792-8171 Claflin Activities, Meetings Barton County Great Bend Regional Service Commission on Aging Barton County Health 2005 Kansas, third Tuesday, 9:30 Center, SRS,1305 Patton Road Claflin Community Center 620-793-5324 Department, 1300 Kansas, a.m., Senior Center; 792-3906 220 Second, 620-587-3215 620-793-1902 Friendship Meals Activities, meetings Games Center for Counseling & Senior Center Adult Potluck, games Consultation, 5815 Broadway, M-F, noon; 620-792-3906 third Thursday, 5 p.m.

Game Day, Thursday 1 p.m.

620-792-2544 or 800-875-2544 Jean Cavanaugh Wellness Birthday cake and coffee, third at Senior Center Elder Care, Area, Great Bend Rec Center Wednesday, 9 a.m. Games Bridge, Recreation Center 1819 11th, 620-792-5942.

620-793-3755 Ext. 2 M-T: 7:30 Bingo, Friday, 1 p.m.

ElderCare offering Friendship Meals a.m.-8p.m., Friday: 7:30 a.m.second Tuesday, 1:30 p.m.

Pinochle, Second Tuesday of the (1-800-530-5068) 5 p.m., Sat: 8 a.m.-noon.

Transportation month, 1 p.m., Senior Center. in Barton County.

Kansas Equipment Exchange Richard Connell, 620-587-3441 Pitch, Wednesday, 7 p.m., Great Bend Public Library, 866-666-1470 Senior Center.

1409 Williams; 620-792-2409 Kansas Guardianship Ellinwood Honorary Sportsman Program; 800-672-0086 Transportation Card, Barton County Clerk, Legal Services Ellinwood Heritage Center Courthouse, 620-793-1835 first Thursday; 620-792-3906 103 N. Main, 620-564-3649.

Mini-Bus, 2005 Kansas, Living Independently in Point and Click Internet Class, Monday through Friday M-F, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Northwest Kansas, Great Bend Library, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friendship 620-792-3859 1103 Main, 620-792-6600 1409 Williams; 620-792-2409 Meals, 11:45 a.m.; Potluck dinner, C.A.B., M-F, 6:30 a.m. to L&L Training & Consultation, RSVP Advisory Council second and fourth Monday.

6:30 p.m.; 620-792-3859 910 Main Street Aerobics, Tuesday and Thursday, second Thursday; 620-792-1614.

620-793-8155 9-10 a.m. Games Senior Center Advisory Council, Other services Parenting for clients, Finger foods, card party, first and first Thursday, 9:30 a.m. EduSenior Center Rental agency workers. third Sunday, 6 p.m. cational sessions, parties are 620-792-3906 Cards, 1-4 p.m. held at the Senior Center at 1:15 Medicaid; 800-766-9012 Burnside Room Rental Woodhaven Bingo, fifth p.m. Newsletters available at Rec Center; 620-793-3755 Sunday, Heritage Center.

Senior Center, Great Bend Rec See Citizens, 55

Ellinwood Country Living

2005 Kansas, Great Bend

Memory Care and Home Plus • • • • • • •

Memory care and chronic illness management Assistance with medication and personal needs Balanced home cooked meals Weekly laundry and housekeeping service Daily activities based on your interests Licensed and certified staff available 24/7 Adult day care and short term respite care also available

Casey Pohlman, Operator — Kara Brauer, RN Consult 302 N. Main Ellinwood, KS 67526 — (620) 564-2100 ellinwoodcpsl@embarqmail.com

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FRIENDSHIP MEALS CALL 792-3906

Served Monday - Friday at Noon • Persons 60 years of age and older are welcome.

A suggested contribution of $3.00 per person • Carryout meals also available Please call by 5:00 p.m. the day before for reservation.

TRANSPORTATION C.A.B.

General Public Transportation 6:00 am - 6:30 pm

Mini-Bus: Elderly, handicapped, & general public.

Transportation Services - 7:00 am - 5:00 pm

(620) 792-3859

Senior Citizens Citizens, from page 54 Meals on Wheels, 1819 11th Street, 620-792-5942; 620-792-1614 Ellinwood 620-564-3649 Hoisington 620-653-4619 Great Bend High Rise, 620-792-1241 Potluck dinner, second and fourth Monday of each month, noon.

Pathways, ResCare, Home Care 2317 Washington, 620-793-8501 Personal care assistance, instrumental activities of daily living, wellness monitoring, housekeeping.

Parents Teacher Resource Center, 2535 Lakin, Washington School, 620-793-1633; Educational service, copying, binding, laminating, spiral binding.

RSVP, 2012 Lakin Street, 620-792-1614 Social Security Administration 811 E. 30th Ave., Hutchinson, 620-663-8341; 877-846-8333 Southwest Kansas Area Agency on Aging 1905 Washington, 620-793-6633 Veterans Administration 800-827-1000 Veterans Hospital 800-878-6881

Utility assistance Barton County Emergency Aid Council 3007 10th, 620-793-3345 8:30-11:30 a.m. Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

Food Bank, Great Bend, 620-792-4001, Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 1 to 3 p.m.

Kansas Weatherization Assistance Program 877-505-5150 Low Income Energ Assistance Program 1305 Patton Road 620-792-5324 ext. 200; 866-445-4327 Salvation Army, 2545 10th Street, 620-792-4299

Employment Older Kansans Employment Program 1025 Main, 620-793-5445 Thursday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Larry Durr, 620-225-8230 Southwest Kansas Agency on Aging, 1905 Washington; 620-793-6633, 620-225-8230; 800-742-9531 Special Group activities These groups go on special trips, enjoy social events and expand their knowledge from educational seminars.

Call the numbers listed for more information.

American Eagle Club American State Bank 620-793-4275 Club 5-0 Farmers Bank and Trust NA 620-792-2411 Hoisington Recreation Hoisington, 620-653-4050 Preferred Status, Landmark National Bank, 620-792-2196 Silver Cougar Club, Barton Community College 620-786-1136 Housing Cardinal Apartments, Inc. 1400 N. Clay, Hoisington 620-653-4342 Cedar Park Place, 3910 Cedar Park Pl., Great Bend 620-793-8115 Claflin Housing Authority, 602 W. Albro, Box 332, Claflin 620-587-3435 Ellinwood Heights Apartments, 515 S. Bismark, Ellinwood â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 620-564-3383

Cherry Village 5926 Eisenhower, Great Bend 620-792-3207 High Rise Apartments Housing Authority of Great Bend, 1101 Kansas 620-793-7761 Housing Opportunities Inc., 1313 Stone, Great Bend 620-792-3299. Income based rental properties open to ages 55 and over and/or disabled.

Barton County Rental Housing Developments: The Oaks LP, Ellinwood Northglenn LLC, Great Bend Walnut Creek LLC, Great Bend Walnut Glenn LLC, Great Bend CreekSide Place LLC, Great Bend Cheyenne Ridge LLC, Hoisington in Barton County.

WheatRidge LLC, Hoisington Also available is the USDA Rural Development Self Help Housing Program. Income based homeownership program. No downpayment, closing costs wrapped into the loan and payments based on income.

Ellinwood, Intermediate Swing Bed at Ellinwood Hospital, 605 N. Main; 620-564-2548

Great Bend, Central Kansas Medical Center Long Term Care, 3515 Broadway 620-792-2511 Rehabilitation, Central Kansas Medical Center Long Term Care, 3515 Broadway 620-792-2511 Country Place Senior Living 302 N. Main, Ellinwood 620-564-2100 Woodhaven Care Center 510 W. 7th, Ellinwood 620-564-2337 Cherry Village Nursing of Great Bend, 1401 Cherry Lane; 620-792-2165 Great Bend Health & Rehabilitation Center, 1560 K-96 Hwy., Great Bend 620-792-2448 Brookdale Senior Living of Great Bend, 1206 Patton Rd., Great Bend; 620-792-7000 River Bend Assisted Living Facility, 3820 Broadway, Great Bend; 620-792-7017.

Country Place Senior Living, 259 W. 6th, Hoisington 620-653-4121 Country Place Home Plus 520 N. Vine, Hoisington; 620-653-4121

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

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

• Hunting is a big draw for locals and those from other states

Kansas Wetlands Education Center On the SE corner of Cheyenne Bottoms Wetland Area on U.S. Hwy. 156 • Branch museum of Fort Hays State University’s Sternberg Museum of Natural History • Located on the SE corner of Cheyenne Bottoms Wildlife Area on Hwy. 156 along Wetlands and Wildlife National Scenic Byway • Interpretive exhibits on Cheyenne Bottoms, including the importance of wetlands and the plants and animals inhabiting them • Scheduled educational programs, Nature trail, Classroom, Auditorium, Gift Shop Free admission Open Tuesday-Saturday 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.; Sunday 1:00-5:00 p.m.; Closed Monday http://wetlandscenter.fhsu.edu; 1-877-243-9268

Ellinwood Community Historical Society Box 111, Ellinwood • Exhibits • Historical newsletter and programs • Call Mary Jo Cunningham at 620-564-2242 for more information

Ellinwood Underground World Main & Santa Fe, U.S. 56 at the stoplight, Ellinwood 620-564-2400 • Built in 1887 and listed on the Kansas State Historical Register.

• Houses the Ellinwood Museum • Tunnels originally connected the business district

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• Original flooring, wallpaper, and barber’s mirror • Tunnels under the Dick Building, open to the public Open 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday 12- 4:00 p.m. Sunday Admission $5 adults, $2 children under 10 • Tours on the hour, call ahead

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Point of interest, from page 56 Farmer’s Market Broadway Parking lot of Great Bend Public Library, Great Bend Every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday mornings in the spring, summer and fall

Fort Zarah East of Great Bend on Hwy. 56.

Great Bend • Roadside park located near one of the two original locations of the fort.

• Fort was established in 1864 to help protect mail service along the Santa Fe Trail.

Great Bend Community Theatre 1905 Lakin Ave., Great Bend 620-792-4228 • Renovated former movie theater • Live performances Great Bend Mural Project Viewed in various areas in Great Bend, mostly in the downtown area • Pick up a map at the Great Bend Chamber office at 1125 Williams

Great Bend Public Library 1409 Williams, Great Bend 620-792-2409 Hours Monday, Noon to 9 p.m.

Tuesday - Thursday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sunday 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

• Permanent art display featuring works

by Birger Sandzen, Charles B. Rogers, Bill Shaddix and others along with local artists.

• Free Internet access • Tours by arrangement

Heartland Farm 620-923-4585 • Tours provided for organic farming methods • Welcome for tours by appointment.

• Workshops and demonstrations held quarterly. Advertised in Great Bend Tribune.

• Walking trails, labyrinth, pottery • Great spaces for birdwatching • Guest house available for individuals or small groups of 6-8 • Home to lovable alpacas

Hoisington Community Historical Society Museum 120 E. 2nd, Hoisington 620-653-4320 Open by appointment in cooperation with Chamber events.

For appointment call 620-653-4320

Kansas Oil & Gas Hall of Fame & Museum 5944 10th St. Great Bend • History of oil and gas industry including displays, a model drilling rig and model salt water disposal facility • Biographies and pictures of inductees into the Hall of Fame • Geologic history and maps plus cores and samples of different formations • Education center reveals the importance of energy conservation and environment protection Contact 620-793-5742 or 620-793-0359 to schedule a tour. No admission charge Open 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. April, May, June, and August thru October.

Always open by appointment

Kansas Quilt Walk Jack Kilby Square on the Historic Santa Fe Trail 1400 Main Street, Great Bend • Seven quilt patterns set in the sidewalks around the Courthouse • Pick up a map at the Great Bend Chamber office at 1125 Williams

Planetarium Barton Community College 245 NE 30th Road, Great Bend 620-792-9320 • Groups can enjoy planetrium shows yer-round and the special “Season of Light” and “The Christmas Star” show during the Christmas holidays.

L.E. “Gus” and Eva Shafer Memorial Art Gallery Barton Community College 245 NE 30th Road, Great Bend 620-792-9342 • Part of the Fine Arts Building on the BCC Campus

• Approximately 7,000 visitors each year • More than 700 permanent pieces • Bronzes from Barton County native “Gus” Shafer • Works from Great Bend native Charles B. Rogers • Masterpieces from Chagall, Matisse, Picasso, Audubon, and more • Admission is free

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Point of interest, from page 57 Hours: Open year round mid-August to mid-May; Monday – Thursday 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Closed weekends except by appointment.

Group tours by appointment. The gallery is closed during college observed holidays.

Dorothy Moses Morrison Chapel Barton Community College 245 NE 30th Road, Great Bend 620-792-9342 • Part of the Fine Arts Building on the BCC Campus • Five stained glass windows from the razed First Congregational Church in Great Bend. These windows have been restored and placed in the chapel.

Pawnee Rock 12 miles west of Great Bend on Hwy. 56 Pawnee Rock, Ks. • Natural landmark along the Santa Fe Trail. In the trail days it was 30 feet higher than it is today.

• Enjoy a panoramic view across the prairie.

S.R.C.A. Dragstrip Expo Complex, Great Bend, Ks. 785-483-1980 • Home of the first NRHA Nationals in 1955 • Track resurfaced in 2000 and 2012 • Total length of track is 3/4 mile

Santa Fe Trail

Santa World

The Santa Fe Trail continues through Barton County • Big Bend of the Arkansas River – This was the next overnight campground after leaving Cow Creek and the only reliable source of water in the area. Located on the west edge of Ellinwood.

• Walnut Creek Crossing – Located east of Great Bend. Also known as Allison Booth Ranch and Peacock Ranch.

From 1855 through 1872, a number of enterprises were located there, including a trading post (ranch), stage station, post office, toll bridge, Camp Dunlap and Fort Zarah.

CPI Annex, 24th & Kansas Great Bend, Ks. • One-of-a-kind life-sized, international Santas personally made by Great Bend resident Loretta Miller. Watch for more every year!

Open November 27, Thursdays and Fridays, 4:00-8:00 p.m.

Sat. 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Sunday 1:00-6:00 p.m. $1.00 admission.

Groups of 10 or more by appointment.

Admission is $2.00 For more information contact RSVP 620-792-1614 Trail of Lights Great Bend, Ks. Starting the weekend before Thanksgiving and ending January 1.

• Memorable Christmas lights with many designed and crafted by park department employees Brit Spaugh Park - North Main Jack Kilby Square - Downtown Main St. Veteran’s Park - McKinley St. For more information contact Great Bend Convention & Visitor’s Bureau 620-792-2750. www.visitgreatbend.com

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Events

Annual events attract visitors

Barton County features festivals, fairs, banquets, art exhibits, car shows, races and concerts. Watch the Great Bend Tribune for more information as event dates draw near.

Great Bend happenings: Sept. 20 — Collin Raye Concert, Crest Theatre Sept. 21-23 — Big Bend Bike Rally; Great Bend Air Festival Sept. 22 — Mad About Monarchs, Wetlands Education Center Sept. 25 — Great Bend Tribune’s 14th Annual Women’s Expo

Women’s Expo, Highland Hotel & Convention Center Oct. 1-31 — Long Pumpkin Patch Oct. 6 — Harvest Festival, Heartland Farm Nov. 21 — Trail of Lights, Lighting of Mayor’s Christmas Tree Nov. 24 — Christmas Parade Dec. 1-25 — Various Christmas Events April 10-12 — Farm & Ranch Expo April 26-28 — Wings & Wetlands Wildlife

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Aug. 30-Sept. 3 — 116th Labor Day Festival, Our Children, Our Future April — Wetlanders Festival June 2 — Hoisington Mud Run www.hoisingtonkansas.com

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KWEC, an area attraction for all seasons

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Whether it is the heat of the summer or the cold of the winter, visitors and locals have a place to go locally to fill their appetite for the great outdoors. The Kansas Wetlands Education Center (KWEC) at Cheyenne Bottoms offers something for everyone. Whether you are a bird watcher, hunter, tourist, kid, or adult, you will find something of interest at the KWEC. The KWEC opened April 2009 at the southeast corner of the Cheyenne Bottoms Wildlife Area along K-156

highway and along the Wetlands and Wildlife National Scenic Byway about 10 miles northeast of Great Bend.

The KWEC is operated as a branch museum of Fort Hays State Universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sternberg Museum of Natural History. The 11,000 square foot building is home to the Koch Wetlands Exhibit gallery, a classroom with live animal exhibits, an auditorium, and the Wetlands Gift Store. Admission is free!

Van tours, a walking trail, and many public programs also provide a glimpse of what Kansas wetlands are and what you can find in

them. Staff at the KWEC will be happy to answer questions about the wetlands and give advice for how the average visitor can experience Cheyenne Bottoms and Quivira National Wildlife Refuge, which together were voted one of the 8 wonders of Kansas by the Kansas Sampler Foundation. The KWEC is open Monday through Saturday 9a.m. to 5p.m. and Sunday 1-5p.m.

The Center is closed on Mondays from November 1 through March 31.

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the KWEC website (http:// wetlandscenter.fhsu.edu) for more information on upcoming events or call 877243-9268. Some favorite regular programs to keep in mind are: Winter Family nature programs (offered weekends in February), Great Migration Rally family event (offered in even years in late April), Wings N Wetlands Birding Festival (offered in odd years in late April), Summer Kids nature programs (offered in July), and Mad About Monarchs with Monarch butterfly tagging and other activities (offered in late September).

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n the Barton County Fair’s 21 years, it has won 19 International Fairs and Festivals awards.

Plus, the Friends of the Fair group’s decorations and themes set pretty high standards for the rest of the event to live up to.

Another part of the success has been the continuation of long-standing traditions while adding new activities; and when selecting performers for the concerts, they try to find that up-andcoming act before they hit the big time.

In addition, the Barton County Fair has been designated as a Green Ribbon Fair sponsored by the United Soybean Board.

There are 4-H exhibits and competitions, open class entries, food vendors and the carnival.

Food • Rides • Entertainmant • Animals • Exhibits • Displays

But, the association doesn’t just gear up in July for the fair itself. Starting in February, they warm everyone up at the annual Winter Q barbecue contest.

Spring is welcomed with heart stopping fun at Bulls Gone Wild during the Spring Expo followed by the Golden Belt Beef Show. They also help support the Great Bend Farm and Ranch Show.

Summer features the annual Fair and they also assist with the community fireworks show. They round the year out with the annual Holiday Home Tour.

The first fair association organized in Barton County on Aug. 10, 1878, was called the Central Kansas Fair Association. The first fair took place Sept.

25-27 of that year and was held within the city limits of Great Bend. Since then, it has been held at the fairgrounds

between Great Bend and Hoisington where it was mostly a 4-H event.

In 1990, it became the Barton County Fair and was moved to the Great Bend Expo Complex west of town.

For more information, go to bartoncountyfair.com or call 620-797-3247

BARTON COUNTY FAIR ASSOCIATION P.O. BOX 233 GREAT BEND, KS 67530 620-797-3247 WEB:www.bartoncountyfair.com EMAIL: info@bartoncountyfair.com

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Holiday Home Tour - December 2, 2012 Winter-Q BBQ Contest - February 23, 2013 Bulls Gone Wild (Indoor Bull Riding) - March 23, 2013 Golden Belt Classic Beef Show - March 24, 2013

Barton County Fair - July 10-14, 2013 Winner of 19 International Assoc. of Fairs & Expo Awards BARTON COUNTY SOURCE

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Jack Kilby

Kilby proud of Great Bend roots “I’

ve always thought of Great Bend as my hometown and I’ve been proud of that. I’ve also been proud I went to Great Bend High School,” said integrated circuit inventor and Nobel Prize laureate Jack Kilby. He said this when visiting the community in 2001.

Great Bend is equally proud of Kilby. In April of 2012, a massive bronze sculpture created by local artist Chet Cale was dedicated at a plaza in front of the Barton County Courthouse. Entitled “The Gift,” it depicts Kilby presenting his microchip to children, symbolic of the past melding into the future.

Kilby was born on Nov. 8 1923, in Jefferson City, Mo., but was raised in Great Bend. He participated in band, football and basketball while at GBHS, graduating in 1941.

He was remembered as being quiet and soft spoken, but kind and good natured. He was also a World War II Army veteran.

Road signs at the entrances to the community commemorate his time there, and an area at Great Bend High School has been named The Jack Kilby Commons Area. Barton Community College also holds an annual Jack Kilby Science Day. He died on June 20, 2005, in Dallas, Texas.

An electrical engineer, Kilby invented the integrated circuit aka the microchip.

By definition the integrated circuit or microchip is a set of interconnected electronic components such as transistors and resistors, that are etched or imprinted onto a tiny chip of a semiconducting material, such as silicon or germanium. The microchip shrunk the size and cost of making electronics and impacted the future designs of all computers and other electronics. The first successful demonstration of the microchip was on Sept. 12, 1958.

He earned a B.S. degree in electrical engineering from the University of Illinois and a M.S. degree in electrical engineering from the University of Wisconsin.

In 1947, he began working for Globe Union of Milwaukee, where he designed

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ceramic silk-screen circuits for electronic devices. In 1958, Kilby began working for Texas Instruments of Dallas, where the microchip was invented.

From 1978 to 1984, Kilby was a Distinguished Professor of Electrical Engineering at Texas A&M University. In 1970, Kilby received the National Medal of Science. In 1982, Kilby was inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame.

The Kilby Awards Foundation, which annually honors individuals for achievements in science, technology, and education, was established by Jack Kilby. In

2000, Jack Kilby was awarded the Nobel Prize for Physics for his work on the integrated circuit.

Kilby was awarded more than 60 patents for his inventions. Using the integrated circuit Kilby designed and co-invented the first pocket-sized calculator called the “Pocketronic”. He also invented the thermal printer that was used in portable data terminals. For many years Kilby was involved in the invention of solar powered devices.

The website inventors.about.com contributed to this story.

Youth & Adult Academies

Great Bend City Youth and Adult Academies Youth Academy

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very year, approximately 80 local 7th and 8th graders get a glimpse at the behindthe-scenes work keeping the community running by participating in Great Bend’s Youth Academy. With the first annual session occurring 13 years ago, nearly 1,200 students have already completed the program. This is a one day class, facilitated by the City of Great Bend, allowing teens to have a fun day learning about the community and making connections with City staff.

“It’s a pleasure to see the kids get to know more about the community,” said Howard Partington, city administrator, regarding the snapshot of city workings. It was Partington’s idea to start the academy.

Students parade in an entourage of city vehicles, including an ambulance, fire truck, SWAT truck and patrol cars, making their way around the city. Prior to riding in the emergency vehicles, students are given strict instructions by the Liaison Officer, Jefferson Davis, not touch any of the controls and warning them that they may have to exit the vehicles immediately if an emergency occurs and the specialized vehicles are needed.

At the municipal waste water treatment plant, students learn Great Bend and the airport use nearly 1.25 million gallons of water per day. They see the settling tanks and learn about the process used in purifying waste water.

Waste Water Superintendent Charlie Suchy divulges that waste water exits the plant into the Arkansas River and is cleaner than the water already in the river.

Great Bend’s waste water treatment plant is capable of processing 3.6 million gallons of waste water each day.

At the street department, students experience being lifted in a bucket truck, operating a front loader, and experimenting with the radar sign. According to officers helping with the Academy, the fastest runner

ever recorded by a 7th or 8th grader during their experiments is 15 mph.

After a visiting the zoo, Chester, the Belgian malinois K-9, performs a narcotics search demonstration with Officer Brian Dougherty.

“He’s not a normal pet,” said Dougherty. “He doesn’t go in the house. He doesn’t go around kids.”

Chester cost $8,500 when he was acquired and had not been trained. Chester and Dougherty then spent 10 weeks in training. Now Chester is an important member of the police department’s education and enforcement team.

The day also involves other displays by the police and fire departments, meetings with the mayor and city administrator, and some good eating.

“We try to find ways to get youth more involved,” said Partington. They also would like Great Bend’s youth to see city employees as approachable.

A reunion day is held at the end of each summer for all Academy graduates still attending school in USD 428. The reunion day gives students the opportunity to spend half of a day riding go-carts, playing miniature golf, bowling and playing video games with other graduates.

Adult Academy While Great Bend’s Adult Academy is not held every year, the purpose is similar to that of Youth Academy.

Adult Academy is designed as a oneday educational session giving adults the unique opportunity to interact with City officials and gain a behind-the-scenes glance at different City departments.

During this hands-on experience, participants view many aspects of the City not usually available to the general public.

Information on both academies may be found at the City’s website www.greatbendks.net or by calling the City office at 620-793-4111.

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Golf Courses

Barton County Golf Courses

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arton County offers four golf courses in the area, including a pair of 18-hole layouts.

The Club at Stone Ridge, 1458 24th Street in Great Bend, (620) 792-4306, was the former Golden Belt Country Club. The 18-hole course plays to a par of 72 over 6,495 yards.

The Club at Stone Ridge features Bentgrass greens and Bermuda tees and fairways and is open to the public.

Head pro Steve Gotsche operates a full-service pro shop with a complete practice area. Green fees are $27 during the week and $31 on weekends and holidays.

Dave Lammie serves as golf course superintendent and Dru Lammie is the club manager.

The Club at Stone Ridge has installed a new air conditioning unit in the clubhouse and installed new irrigation controllers. The course has battled the summer heat and lack of rain. The course focuses on watering tees and greens.

“We water extra when we can, but we’re trying to survive the summer,” said Dave Lammie. “It’s been too hot and dry and that creates wear and tear for the maintenance employees. The drought conditions has been our biggest challenge.”

• Lake Barton Golf Club, 673 U.S. 281 North, (620) 653-4255, between Great Bend and Hoisington, offers an 18-hole course designed by Harry Robb in 1916. The par 70 course plays to 5,536 yards. Daily prices are $16 with weekend and holiday rates $21.

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Wayne Woods serves as golf course superintendent and Nick Roth is assistant superintendent. Mike Chambers works as club manager.

The Lake Barton Men’s Association donated $500 for renovation of the clubhouse bathrooms. The association has previously paid for concrete for the women’s No. 9 tee box and improved other parts of the cart paths. The TV subscription is paid by the association.

Members have assisted in plugging greens and have helped with clean-up of limbs and trees when needed.

• Grove Park Golf Club, 407 W. 3rd in Ellinwood, (620) 564-3123, is a unique nine-hole par 64 course that features a premium on accuracy with

several tree-lined fairways.

John Thorson serves as golf course superintendent and Kurt Bressler works as club manager. Grove Park is the site of the annual Ellinwood High School Invitational.

• The Claflin Golf Course, NE 150 Ave. just off of K-156, was organized in 1943 when a nine-hole course was plotted two miles east and 1/2-mile north of Claflin.

Parks and Recreation Albert Pivonka Park – Downtown Albert (playground equipment, basketball court) For recreation information contact the Community Services Department 620-923-4665 Claflin Claflin City Park – 400 W. Front (swimming pool, basketball, tennis) ­­­­———— Golf Claflin Golf Course – Hwy 156 ———— Recreational programs for tennis, softball, baseball, and t-ball.

620-992-7040 or 620-588-2335 Ellinwood Ellinwood City Park & Swimming Pool 6th and Park ———— South Ellinwood Recreation Complex S. Main and D (baseball, softball, tennis) ———— Golf Grove Park Golf Club – 407 W. 3rd ———— Bowling Eagle Lanes – 108 W. Santa Fe ———— Recreational programs for youth and adult such as craft classes, and exercise programs. Sports programs include: soccer, volleyball, flag football, basketball, baseball and softball.

620-564-3896 ———— Fishing Boating & Hunting Wolf Pond – West Hwy. 56 Fishing regulations must be followed.

Great Bend Airport Recreation Area West of Great Bend (Drag racing, rodeo grounds, Expo Buildings, Barton County Fair) ———— Brit Spaugh Park – North Main (restrooms, horseshoes, baseball, softball, skateboarding, BMX bike track, swimming, play equipment, picnicking) ———— Cavanaugh Soccer Fields 3126 Washington (outdoor soccer, flag football)

Harms Park – 2305 Heizer (restrooms, baseball, softball) ———— Heizer Park – 1400 block of 8th St. (picnicking, play equipment, volleyball court, soccer field) Great Bend Jefferson Elementary School – 2716 24th (youth outdoor soccer, flag football) ———— Lafayette Park Jack Kilby Square Main Street, downtown (band shell with benches, restrooms, flowerbeds, fountain, walkways, Kansas Quilt Walk, Civil War statue, seasonal ice-skating rink) ———— Lincoln Elementary School 5630 Broadway (youth outdoor soccer, flag football) ———— Middle School Field – 19th & Harrison (K-6 soccer, outdoor tackle football) ———— Park Field – 19th and Williams (youth softball and baseball) ———— Langrehr Field – 2nd & McKinley (practice, baseball) ———— Eisenhower Park-West Fields Lakin and Garfield (K-3 baseball and softball) ———— K-96 Park – 10th & K96 (picnicking) ———— Great Bend Veteran’s Park 4800 17th St. Terrace (baseball, softball, tennis, Frisbee golf, sand volleyball, fishing, walking, play equipment, picnicking, windsurfing, walking trail) ———— Stone Lake – Railroad Ave (walking paths, fishing lake, limited boating) ———— By-Pass Park – 281 Bypass & Broadway (picnicking, play equipment) ———— Santa Fe Trail Park – 10th & Frey (walking path) ———— Great Bend Sports Complex 41 S. McKinley (picnicking, restrooms, ball fields (5 baseball/softball), play equipment, concessions) ————

Golf ———— The Club at StoneRidge – 24th and Frey Mini-Golf ———— Walnut Mini Golf – 2901 Washington Bowling ———— Walnut Bowl – 3101 Washington Swimming ———— Club West – 5901 Timber Creek Rd The Wetlands Aquatic Park 2303 Main St. (8 slides, tipping bucket, spray features, divided pool with shallow end, handicapped accessibly bathhouse with separate family bathrooms, concession stand, swimming lessons available through the Great Bend Recreation Commission ) Great Bend Dog Park Veterans Park – 17th & McKinley ———— GBRC Activity Center 1214 Stone – 620-793-3755 2715 18th Street – 620-793-9333 Hotline – 620-793-4150 recreation@gbrc.kscoxmail.com ———— Cavanaugh Wellness Center 1214 Stone Street open Monday-Saturday ———— Walking track available in City Auditorium.

1214 Stone ———— Carl Soden Recreation Center 1214 Stone ———— Room Rental for family gatherings and meetings available. Call to reserve.

———— Basketball court, fitness center, classes for all ages available.

———— Sports programs include: soccer, volleyball, flag football, basketball, baseball and softball.

———— After-school activities are also provided at each school site except GBHS and are youth oriented.

Special Needs programs and Senior Citizen programs are also planned.

A flyer is published three times a year and mailed out to the citizens of Great Bend with enrollment information.

Check out Great Bend Rec’s facebook page for updated information.

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Fishing Boating & Hunting Big Bend Lake LLC Washington St. & Railroad Ave. Must abide by fishing regulations.

Also available: camping, boating, jet skiing, swimming, sand volleyball, picnicking.

———— Cheyenne Bottoms Sportsman’s Club South 281 Hwy Must abide by motor and fishing regulations.

———— Stone Lake Washington St. & Railroad Ave. Must abide by motor and fishing regulations.

Also available: wind surfing, picnic area and a nature trail.

———— Veteran’s Memorial Park and Lake 17th & McKinley No motors allowed, must abide by fishing regulations.

———— SRCA Dragstrip Sunflower Rod & Custom Association, Inc. 455 W. Barton County Road – 620-792-5079 www.srcadragstrip.com ———— Athletic clubs Anytime Fitness 3721 10th – 620-793-8700 Image Total Fitness Personal Training Studio 1209 Main – 620-282-1607 GBRC Activity Center 2715 18th Street – 620-792-2604 ———— Other Activities Central Kansas Off-Road Assoc. (CKORA) One mile South of 156 on Radium Road For 620-792-5256 ———— River Hike & Bike Trail – Go South on Washington to Stone Lake. Across the dike is a double track to the west between the dike and river. After 1/4 mile there is a single track going left into the trees.

Trail is approximately seven miles in length.

Bike Tours – 793-7060 or 800-561-2453 Group rides leave on Tuesdays (road biking) and Thursdays (trail biking) at 6:00 p.m. Open to everyone.

———— Mountain Bike Trail – Go North on Hwy. 281 out of town. At NW 60 Rd. turn left at old 4-H Building. Signs direct to the two mile loop.

This is a single track, dirt, mountain bike trail.

Swiming Municipal Swimming Pool – 721 N. Center ———— Hoisington Activity Center 1200 Susank Road – 620-653-4050

College Barton Community Cougars 245 NE 30 Road Tickets – Barton Athletic Office 620-792-9377 Men’s sports: Cross country, basketball, soccer, track, baseball, tennis, golf Women’s sports: Volleyball, cross country, basketball, track, softball, tennis, soccer, golf Facility: Cougar Gym (basketball and volleyball), Lawson-Biggs Field (baseball), Cougar Fields (softball), Barton Soccer Field (soccer), The Club at StoneRidge, (golf) Barton tennis courts, Barton track, Barton cross country course.

Hoisington Bicentennial Park – West 7th & Monroe (tennis, softball, baseball, horseshoes, soccer, frisbee golf, walking trail, playground equipment) ———— Heritage Park – W. 2nd & Clay (basketball, tennis, playground equipment, picnic area) ———— Pride Park – 3rd & Pine (play equipment, tennis, Girl Scout House) ———— Bowling Cardinal Lanes – 814 North Elm ———— Golf Lake Barton Golf Club – 673 N Hwy 281

Our State of the Art Bowling Alley Features 24 Computerized Lanes, a Full-service Grill, and Arcade

Grill open daily from 11 am to 10 pm for Lunch & Dinner

Gymnasium (basketball and volleyball) wellness center, racquetball court, & walking trail. There is also a free-weight room which is operated separately by the high school.

Memberships to Wellness Center required.

Activities: Youth Sport Leagues, Adult Sport Leagues, Youth and Adult Craft classes, Taekwondo classes, a variety of Group Exercise classes, day trips to other communities.

Room rental for meetings and family gatherings available.

HRC’s activities are displayed on the City of Hoisington Television Channel #20.

Olmitz For recreational information contact the Community Services Department at 620-586-3311.

Pawnee Rock For recreational information contact the Community Services Department at 620-982-4386.

———— Hunter’s Safety Courses GBRC offers three Hunter’s Saftey Courses 620-793-3755 Barton County Sheriff’s office Information on Hunter Safety Courses 620-793-1876 Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (for additional information) www.kdwp.state.ks.us

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Mon-Thurs: 11 am to 11 pm Fri-Sat: 11 am to Midnight Sun: Noon to 8 pm

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Walnut Bowl

3101 N. Washington 620-793-9400 Great Bend

Client Trainer Goal

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Parks and Recreation

Hunting in Barton County

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arton County has plenty to offer hunters of upland game and waterfowl. One thing to keep in mind, however, is the ongoing drought of 2011 and 2012 has resulted in the Cheyenne Bottoms and several ponds in the county drying up, and it is unknown exactly how that will affect the fall hunting season for waterfowl.

Some of the species found in the area are pheasant, quail, deer, dove, prairie chicken, waterfowl, geese and turkey.

The Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism Area Wildlife ManTHE LODGE HUNTING FISHING ART AND MORE License/Permit Agent 108B E 1st, Suite 130 Hoisington, KS 67544 (620) 653-4772

BARTON COUNTY CLERK License/Permit Agent 1400 Main St. Room 202 Great Bend, KS 67530 (620) 793-1835

ager Karl Grover oversees hunting at the Cheyenne Bottoms Wildlife area north of Great Bend. For dove season, the KDWPT plants a field of sunflowers and native seed plants nearby, providing a handy food plot for hunters to enjoy.

The Bottoms is a massive land-sink where precipitation from the surrounding area drains to and fills, to become a marsh. For information about hunting season for the wide variety of species that make Cheyenne Bottoms home, pick up a current year schedule at the Kansas Wetlands Museum, or online at

www.kdwpt.state.ks.us. Grover can be reached at (620)793-3066.

For 24 hour current conditions, phone (620)793-7730.

In addition to the Cheyenne bottoms, several thousands of acres of public and walk-in hunting is available. A map of all of these areas, as well as the access dates of each, and what may be hunted is available at the Great Bend Convention and Visitors Bureau on 3007 10th Street in Great Bend.

Licenses and tags can be purchased at the venues below, courtesy of the KDWPT.

DILLON STORE #3 License/Permit Agent 1811 N. Main Great Bend, KS 67530 (620) 793-7887

P & S SECURITY License/Permit Agent 1705 K 96 Hwy Great Bend, KS 67530 (620) 796-2132

DILLON STORE 51 License/Permit Agent 4107 10th Street Great Bend, KS 67530 (620) 792-3591

WAL-MART #770 License/Permit Agent 3503 W. 10th Street Great Bend, KS 67530 (620) 792-3632

POP N SHOP License/Permit Agent 410 E. Santa FE Ellinwood, KS 67526 (620) 564-2087

DOVE

CHEVROLET, BUICK, CADILLAC

421 Washington St.

www.deedove.com

4217 10th

620-792-8266

Great Bend

Right next to Braum’s

Largest • Cleanest Coolest Salon in Town

Great Bend, Ks 620-793-8853 • 620-793-7864

Specializing in 10, 20 & 30 yard Roll Off Containers

SAND CO., INC. Open 6 Days a Week Mon.-Thurs.: 9am-8pm Friday: 9am-7pm Saturday: 9am-6pm Sunday: Closed 1657 Hwy. 96, Westgate Shopping Center Great Bend, KS (620) 793-8862

All Types & Sizes of Dirt Work Demolition and Equipment Hauling NELSON STONE, President

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Sports Complex

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reat Bend loves baseball, and in 2012 the city, in cooperation with the Great Bend Recreation Commission and Great Bend USD 428, opened the Great Bend Sports Complex, with five baseball/softball fields.

All ball fields are available for rent by individuals, groups or organizations. Fields are also available to rent for private tournaments.

This complex provides plenty of parking space, playgrounds and batting cages.

The fields were laid out per the Little League Association (baseball) and per the Amateur Softball Association (softball) standards.

Musco Lighting on all fields is designed to meet Little League Standards utilizing the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Constant Light Levelâ&#x20AC;?

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methodology and provides a minimum of 50 foot candles (infield) and 30 foot candles (outfield).

There are bleachers and places for chairs, along with picnic tables and shaded areas. At the hub of the fields is a building that features a concession area, restrooms, Great Bend High School boys and girls locker rooms, and a meeting/ officials room that doubles as the emergency medical station.

The Great Bend Sports Complex is also located within easy distance to all Great Bend amenities including lodging and dining.

For information about the Sports Complex or to inquire about tournaments or ball complex usage, contact the Great Bend Recreation Commission, 620-793-3755.

Welcome to the Kansas Oil & Gas Hall of Fame and Museum Open Daily Tuesday-Saturday 1-5pm April-October “Always open by appointment” Call 620-792-3998 Dean Weis Tours Welcome

The Kansas Oil & Gas Museum was founded in 1990 by a group interested in preserving the history of the oil and gas industry. It highlights the various phases and milestones of the oil and gas industry.

The goal is to provide educational information about present industry activities, to preserve the past history of the oil and gas industry and to honor those who have dedicated their lives to the industry.

Did You Know?

In most other countries the government owns all the mineral rights, but in the United States the landowner receives a 1/8 royalty.

Rotary Drilling Rig Model

5944 10th Street • Great Bend • 620-793-8301

INSPECTIONS A Division of Scott’s Welding Services, Inc.

24 Hr. Field Service - Shop & Field Fully Insured

Oilfield - Commercial - Farm - Home Providing In-Shop Services

2 - Portable Welding Trucks 7 - ASME Certified Welders

• U & R Stamp Holders • Tank & Transport Steaming • DOT & Cargo Tank Inspections • Truck & Trailer Rig Ups & Repairs

620-793-7356 620-617-8426 cell David Thill, Owner/Operator Scott Reddig, Owner

CNC SHEAR & BRAKE FABRICATION State of the art capabilities 3/8” x 10 ft. or smaller on shear 3/8” x 10 ft. x 90° or 1/2” x 5 ft. x 90° or smaller on brake Offering quality long term programming opportunities

SCOTT REDDIG, Owner/President 288-A SW 2nd Rd., Great Bend Shop: 620-792-0533 Cell: 620-793-0119 CHRIS BOOR, FOREMAN Email: scottswelding@ruraltel.net

www.scottsweldingus.com

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Smith Supply supports Independent Oil, Gas Industry Smith Supply LLC co-owner Roland L. “Smitty” Smith learned the oil and gas business from the ground floor, by beginning his career with National Supply Company, when it was owned by Armco Steel.

Smith learned the business of sales, construction and repair of down hole pumps from such mentors as R.W. “Bud” Allen, Phil Wynn and Wayne Karst.

“I didn’t know anything about it, but I was willing to learn,” said Smith, who first started his work career at The Great Bend Tribune. “Those three guys taught me more about the oilfield industry than anybody. Their Great Bend based store was No. 1, at that time, for National Supply Company in this area.”

He worked in various capacities, including as a field sales representative.

With the retirement of R.W. “Bud” Allen and Phil Wynn from National Supply Company/Armco Steel, A&W Supply was formed to continue service to the independent oil and gas producers in the state of Kansas. Smith had tenures with a few other independent supply stores when he joined A&W Supply.

In 1999, Smith considering leaving the oilfield supply business as the oil production industry had bottomed out at

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need something, we’ll get it for them. When they are working on a location, you’ve got to respond quickly.”

Much of their business is with repeat customers. Smith Supply can sell several thousand of dollars in casing on an order because wells probe 4,000 to 5,000 + feet deep.

Smith Supply LLC can order and deliver any piece of equipment an oil and gas operator or drilling operation may need.

“We have good connections,” Smith said. “We have $8 a barrel. supply company made money a little edge because we’ve Instead, Smith was apfor him.” got past experience with our proached about starting up his Smith Supply works with supply vendors. Companies own supply company. Smith dozens of customers at a time sometimes need a certain sized didn’t have the money to and multiple business entipart. I know which vendor will purchase A&W Supply, but a ties for ordering and shipping come through for us and get us customer, later turned invesequipment. They’ve delivered the part.” tor, David Jackman of Leon, oilfield casing tubular goods Smith has more than 35 Kansas offered to sponsor the and equipment to multiple years experience in the Kansas business venture because he states and once sent casing to Oil and Gas Industry. His wife, liked Smith’s honesty and work Israel.

Jane K. Smith, has served as ofethic.

Smith Supply LLC operfice manager for 13 years. She “I didn’t have that kind of ates as a locally owned and has an extensive background in money for the investment, but operated company specialretail sales and management.

David invested in people he izing in the service, supply, Smith said Jane’s father, Don trusted,” Smith said. “David and sales of Oilfield County Foss, a lawyer, gave him good told me to stay Tubular Goods, advice he’s always rememin the oilfield artificial lift SMITH SUPPLY, LLC systems, down bered. supply busi“You’ll sometimes be an ness. He would hole equipunpopular person if you tell loan me the money, a substan- ment and engines — all used the truth, because people don’t tial amount. He said the price in the drilling and completion always want to hear the truth, of oil would turn around. My of oil and gas wells, primarily but it’s always the right thing wife and I decided we’d give it in central and western Kansas. to do,” he said. “We always a year. David was right. The oil Smith Supply acquires casing, want to do the right thing exploration business eventually tubing and line pipe from and we want to take care of turned the corner.”

Tenaris Global Services as our customers. You’ve got to A little over two years later, well as other mill resources. In provide excellent service, sales Smith had paid off the invest- addition, they utilize local ven- and collect the bill.” ment and 13 years later, dors for fittings and additional Associate member Darrell Smith Supply LLC is still products.

Mitchell, has been employed on solid financial Smith Supply serves the in- in the oil and gas industry for ground. dependent oil and gas industry 25 years, and is responsible for “David told and provides quality products the full service pump shop and me, ‘Smitty, the and services. They live by serves as the yard foreman. He first time I met their motto — “Smith Supply, is assisted by his brother Randy Night or Day, Just a Phone you, I knew you Mitchell, who has been emwere a person Call Away.” Smith said it isn’t ployed by Smith Supply LLC that I could trust,” uncommon for an afterhours for six years, and has acquired call to request casing or fittings. a total of 10 years experience Smith said.

“The reason we’ve been suc- in the same industry. Randy’s “You are a hard cessful is because of our local, worker. You just primary responsibilities inneeded some help. loyal customers,” Smith said. clude field logistics and service.

In return, our “The local independent oil Christopher Smith became a and gas operators have made member of Smith Supply LLC our business. They have stayed in March of 2008 and serves as with us through thick and a salesman, materials purchasthin. They know that if they er, and logistics manager.

SMITH SUPPLY, LLC Distributors for: • Tenaris Global Services • Harbison-Fischer Pumps • Arrow Engines & Parts • Norris Sucker Rods • Sentry Pumping Units

FULL SERVICE PUMP SHOP Used Pipe and Equipment

Night or Day 620-792-7301 Ron “Smitty” Smith • Darrell Mitchell Randy Mitchell • Chris Smith christophersmith@smithsupplyllc.com

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D&S Machine & Welding, Inc.

Complete Oilfield Equipment Repair & Service Tool Joint Threading Hardbanding Winch Trucks Portable Welders Forklift

WARREN BROS., INC.

INDUSTRIAL COATING SERVICE

Oilfield

North Highway 283, Ness City, KS 67560 785-798-3359

Industrial & Commercial

Andrew Fellhoelter, President Pat Fellhoelter, Vice President Doug Jones, Shop Foreman

P.O. Box 1879 • 506 S. Highway 281, Great Bend

Damm Pipe Testing, LLC

Natural gas and diesel engines and generators, Engine Accessories, Rebuilding and refurbishing of used units

Professional Reliable Service Hot Oiler Service Oilfield Steaming Pipe Testing

Headquarters in Houston, Texas

Stewart & Stevenson Power Products, LLC 6115 W. 10th Great Bend 620-793-3552

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Our consulting staff has years of experience providing a quality service in the field of Class I, II, III and Hydrocarbon Underground Storage permitting, drilling and completion, MIT’s, disposal wells, pressure transient analysis and well workovers.

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We do rubber to metal bonding and have access to multiple durometer rubber BBER M RU compounds. T & C provides tooling and die cutting for mold design and prototyping.

We utilize compression, injection and transfer compression molding processes to manufacture the custom rubber molded and oilfield and irrigation parts, proudly “We Mold Ourselves To Meet Your Needs” “Made in the USA.”

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620-793-3630 • Toll Free 1-888-288-3630

24 Hour Parts & Service

Bryan Kramer & Joe Andrasek, Owner/Operators 5552 Oil Center Rd. Great Bend, KS 620-617-8990 620-793-6414

CONSUL

Chris Warren

210 Country Estate Rd. Liberal 620-624-5672

MILLER WAREHOUSE “Miller Plastics” OPEN to the PUBLIC

Delivery Available • Fabrication Shop

Pipe & Fittings: Plastic - Steel - Stainless - Sprinkler - Galvanized - Gas - Irrigation Valves: Plastic - Steel - Stainless - Brass - Cast Iron Pumps: Submergible - Centrifugal - Geared Foam Pipe Insulation - Clear Flex Hose Pond Liners - Marking Flags Non-Freeze Hydrants - Suction & Discharge Hose Barrel Gauges & Faucets Pipe Repair Clamps - Sheet Rubber Gaskets & Many More Related Items

Farm - Ranch - Home - Municipal - Utilities School Systems - Oilfield - Industrial 115 Patton Road - Great Bend 620-792-4388 - 800-772-6060 7-5 M-F • 7-12 Sat.

Oil & Gas

History of oil production in Barton County Twenty-seven years after Edwin L. Drake drilled the world’s first oil well in 1859 in Northwestern Pennsylvania, Kansas became the first state in which oil was found in the mid-continent region.

A group of Barton County speculators, in search of oil or coal, drilled the first “oil” well in the county in 1886.

They began drilling in the area of the Cheyenne Bottoms, four miles north of Great Bend, in the spring of 1886, and continued into the fall of the next year, until the well finally reached 1,365 feet and salt water began pouring from the well. The flow could not be stopped, and ended up ruining a sizeable portion of land because nothing would grow there from that point forward. At first, people would go to the well and collect the water, in hopes that the mineral content might have healing powers. Over time, that trend faded as mineral water became commercially available in the 1920s.

The second attempt in 1887 at the Cheyenne Bottoms found oil, but the well was plugged because it produced

too much salt water as a by-product.

Then, two major fields were discovered around Ellinwood and the town now called Claflin. These were the Silica and Bloomer fields. Their discoveries led to several wells being dug, and the area is still productive today. Natural gas was also found, and is contained for commercial use also.

By 1936, there were more than 100 producers in Barton County, with a production potential of 130,000 barrels a day, and a monthly allowable production of 261,000 barrels, according to accounts in the August 12, 1936 edition of The Great Bend Daily Tribune. Great Bend was home to an oil refining plant with a capacity of 800 barrels a day.

Many landowners made money from their holdings as producers and or lease holders.

“Barton County, like the hub of a gigantic wheel, lies in the center of the most important oil area in Kasnas...the huge web of oil activity extending many miles in every direction already has caught several million dollars,” another

report said.

In 1936, with the country suffering during The Great Depression, this was especially important. Businessmen who weren’t involved in oil production still felt its impact.

“Increased sales, at a time when other sections of the country are suffering from the depression, indicated to them the significance of the oil industry,” the report goes on.

Oil saw several ups and downs over the years. For a time, several major players in the industry, had offices in Great Bend, but as companies consolidated and new refining processes were developed, technology changed, and the need to upgrade equipment prevailed. The big players closed offices and relocated in places like Texas where production was higher. In 1931, there were 31 Kansas refineries operating in Arkansas City, Chanute, Chase, Coffeyville, El Dorado, Fredonia, Galva, Garneet, Great Bend, Hutchinson, Kansas City, Natoma,

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Oil & Gas History, from page 73 McPherson, Neodesha, Parsons, Phillipsburg, Potwin, Russell, Scott City and Wichita. Few have been built since the 1940s, and several older ones have been closed. Today, three located in McPherson, Coffeyville and ElDorado are all that are left.

A visit to the Kansas Oil and Gas Museum in Great Bend is a great place to find more information about how this industry has impacted the area. Curator Dean Wise said many wells became unprofitable around 1984 when the price of oil dropped to $6 to $8 a barrel. Some producers were short sighted, and chose to shut down their wells. Once this is done, it can’t be reopened, he said. When prices went up to a point where it would once again be profitable, those producers were not able to take advantage.

Oil is still an important industry in Barton County, however.

New wells continue to be drilled today, using new and more efficient technology. Often, these new wells are drilled in the middle of a field of old wells.

The major companies like Exxon, Mobile, and Phillips still own leases and have gas patches, Wise said.

“Today, individuals and small producers are the backbone of the industry in this area,” he said.

Interesting fact:

How much oil is in a barrel? There are 42 gallons of oil in a barrel. It used to be 40, but in the mid 1800s, this was changed to 42 so people would not feel cheated.

How much oil can be refined from a barrel of oil? A little over 19 gallons. The rest is used for any number of petroleum based products, from CDs to sun glasses. It goes into our clothing, our cars, and our cold creams.

P.O. Box 539 Claflin, KS 67525 Office (620) 587-3402 Cell (620) 786-5140 Fax (620) 587-3406 fbeck@classicwellservice.com Fred Beck, WELL SERVICE, INC. Owner/President Karlynn Beck, CLAFLIN, KS. Office Manager • Experienced Crews • Rod & Tubing Service • Workovers & Completion • Single & Double Drum Units • Pressure Truck • Steel Pit Rental

Oil & Gas Service AUTOMOTIVE, TRUCK & INDUSTRIAL OILS & GREASES FOR ALL APPLICATIONS “Serving Farm, Oil & Industry Since 1942”

620-587-3503 MOBILE 620-282-4091

MOBILE 620-282-4092

MOBILE 620-793-2139

1340 NE 190 RD. • CLAFLIN, KS 67525

D S&W WELL SERVICING INC. Established 1945

• WELL SERVICING UNITS • BACKHOE SERVICES • SWAB TANK RENTALS • MUD PUMP POWER SWIVEL • WINCH TRUCK SERVICES 1822 24th Street, Great Bend, KS Office 620-793-5838 • Fax 620-793-5860 Rig Supervisor Cellular: 620-786-4258

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Hoisington Shop 620-653-4445

HI-LA ENGINE, PUMP & SUPPLY, INC. 402 SOUTH MAIN ELLINWOOD, KANSAS 620-564-2360

Sales • Service • Repairs

Oilfield Engine & Down Hole Pump Repair Chuck Hamby, Co-Owner Mobile (620) 786-4880

JOE DREILING Owner / Operator

Greg Manning, Co-Owner Mobile (620) 786-4545

DAVE HICKEL Owner / Operator

WILDCAT

Kansas Oil & Gas Hall of Fame & Museum Open April 1st thru October 10th Tuesday through Saturday 1:00pm - 5:00pm or by appointment Call Dean Weis 620-793-8301

PUMP & SUPPLY 115 2ND ST. P.O. BOX 347 CLAFLIN, KS 67525

PHONE: FAX: CELL: RES:

(620) (620) (620) (785)

587-3422 587-3341 786-5940 735-2636

5944 10th St. Great Bend

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WELDING FABRICATION FIELD SERVICE OILFIELD AG INDUSTRIAL

620-793-7090

“Serving the Oil Industry since 1995”

OIL FIELD SALES Tubing / Rods New & Inspected

In business since 1986

Butterfly Supply, Inc.

VULCAN

Machine & Repair

FENCING MATERIALS

247C East Highway 56 Great Bend, KS Shop (620) 796-2190 Cell 620-282-0720

Cable / Rods / Tubing Guardrail

“Serving the agricultural & oil industry since 1986” 5858 10th Street • Great Bend, KS 620-793-7156 • 1-800-249-7473

Paul Pack

Owner/Master Electrician 620-793-2143

Adam Sciacca Manager/Master Electrician

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Electric Inc.

Mike Baxter Oilfield Division Supervisor Larry Allen Oilfield Division Supervisor Kenny Bradshaw Oilfield Electrical Division Supervisor Mark LeRoy Motor Shop

We are a Full Service, Electrical & Oilfield Construction and Oilfield Trucking Company. We started over 20 years ago, providing service throughout the state of Kansas. We are dedicated to providing our services to the Kansas Oil & Gas Industry, Agriculture, Commercial & Residential customers from our location in Great Bend and pride ourselves in Quality, not Quantity.

Electrical Services • Control Panels (built to your specifications) • Motors and Motor Shop • Motor Installation & Design • Switch Controls • Motor Bearing Replacement (on site) • Underground Fault Location (replacement/repair) • Analyzing Faulty Circuits • Electrical Preventive Maintenance (motors & circuitry) • 3-Phase, Primary & Secondary Voltage Construction • Farm & Feedlot Wiring (all kinds) • Design & Build PLC’s • Variable Frequency Drives

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Shop: 2133 Railroad Ave. PO Box 1757 Great Bend, KS 67530 Office: 620-792-7426 Fax: 620-793-7467 Nationwide: 1-800-905-7571 www.ps-electric.com

Oilfield Services • Complete Roustabout Services • Oilfield & Polyethylene Pipe • Backhoes & Trenchers • Oilfield Dirt Work • Gin Trucks • Frontend Loaders • Production Tank Setup • Well Site Clean-up • Pumping Unit Installation • Unit Repair • Generator Rental (All Sizes)

New Division - Installation of Submersible Pumps & Cable Spooling

Protecting Your Health & Property Get Pest Problems Under Control Quickly & Affordably • • • • • •

Termites Bees Ants Fleas Roaches Spiders

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Rats Mice Silverfish Bed Bugs Fungus

Commercial Residential • Industrial Real Estate Inspections

Champion Service, LLC promises “to always exceed the customers’ expectations.

To provide services designed to improve our customers’ quality of life while protecting their home or business from disease, damage and the disturbance created by pests.”

Don’t wait until the damage is done to rid your home of destructive termites, ants or other household pests. Even the cleanest homes and businesses are not safe from pests like rodents or occasional invaders. These pesky intruders are not only unsanitary, they can cause serious damage to your health and property. We offer complete pest control, inspections, and miscellaneous services so you can enjoy your property with peace of mind.

“Helping win life’s little battles”

CHAMPION SERVICE LLC 5217 8th Street, Great Bend, KS 67530 620-792-4351 800-748-7436 www.championservice.net

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Farming

Farming important to Barton County

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ating back to the pioneering days of the 1860s and 70s when settlers carved a living out of the plains of Barton County, farming has played a vital role in the lives and livelihoods of Barton County residents.

According to the United States Department of Agriculture 2007 numbers, the most recent available, there were 678 farms in the county covering over 500,000 acres. The average farm size was 824 acres.

The market value of the products sold were: Crop sales - $65,249,000 (23 percent); and livestock sales - $217,537,000 (77 percent). The total neared $300 million. Each farm averaged $417,089 is sales.

These numbers place Barton County 11th out of the 105 counties in Kansas and 174th out of the 3,076 counties nationwide.

Crop-wise in Barton County, wheat is king with 160 million bushels produced in 2007. It ranked ninth in Kansas and 71st nationally.

As for livestock, the county produced 121 million cattle and calves in 2007. This placed it 10th in Kansas and 85th nationally.

In the state as a whole, there were 65,531 farms encompassing over 46 million acres. Total value of produces sold (including crops and livestock) were over $14 million.

To put this in prospective, Barton County covers 900 square miles. That’s about 600,000 acres.

Protect Your Profits From Bad Weather

T-ROY’S ROUSTABOUT Rock, Dirt & Sand Hauling Trencher • Dump Truck • Back Hoe

Get a Free Weather Risk Report for your location:

Demolition, Excavation & Industrial Services Licensed & Insured

785-372-1000 taldrich@gbta.net

Cropworks CROP INSURANCE NEEDS

Jerry Ney, Owner

References Available

Call 620-786-1017

Agricultural Division

Pre-engineered metal buildings and grain bins FARM IMPLEMENT REPAIR SHOP & FIELD WELDING

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Post Frame Buildings STEEL SUPPLIERS

LIVESTOCK GATES, PANELS & FENCING SUPPLIES

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Welcome to Albert, KS!

Mayor Rod Cushenbery Councilman Charles Keller Councilwoman Joann George Councilwoman Martheda Hanardt Councilman Stan Ewy Councilman Robert Ritterhouse.

Gas and Electric Midwest Energy - 620-792-1301 Phone Service and Cable Golden Belt Telephone Association Rush Center - 785-372-4236 Water City of Albert - 620-923-4665 Don Dolechek - 620-923-4284 Post office 2002 Main - 620-923-4699 Recycling First Step Recycling 1010 Hubbard St., Great Bend 620-793-5800 Animal Control Golden Belt Humane Society - 620-792-4297 Zip Code 67511 Parks Pivonka Park on Main St. Main Street Shopping and Restaurants Albert Lumber Company & Swobee Honey Products 1005 Main – 620-923-4242 Papa’s a bar and grill, 1013 Main – 620-923-4230 Farmers Bank and Trust 2001 Main St. (near 2nd Ave, Main St.) 620-923-4212

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efore Albert became a town, there was a post office. The first postmaster, Thomas I. Byrne, took his position in 1874. As the number of settlers that depended on the post office grew, C.B. Worden led the initiative to incorporate as a town in order to have a convenient place to trade. The spread of the railroad to the town in 1886 made it official, and a railroad section house was built. The town celebrated its 125th anniversary in 2011.

Albert was described as a tidy, functional town with four elevators, a hotel, livery and feed stable and two general merchandise stores, according to information from the Barton County Historical Society.

By 1912, the population had grown to 170.

While businesses have come and gone, Albert still has the basics, including a post office, bank, lumberyard and bar and grill, as well as Located in a Co-op and several Northwest home businesses. The population is holding Barton County at 205, according to Mayor Rod Cushenbery, and it remains what it always has been, a tidy small town.

Every year, the Albert volunteer fire department puts on a pancake feed at the end of March that more than triples the town’s population, according to Cushenbery.

“In 2012, we served over 700 people all the pancakes, scrambled eggs and bacon they could eat,” he said.

On the first Sunday in December, the community comes together to celebrate the holiday season with a community potluck to welcome Santa Claus.

Senior citizens in Albert are a social bunch. On the second Thursday each month, they meet for coffee at the city building and share potluck and games.

Albert is part of USD 403 Otis-Bison schools, with all grades attending school in Otis, 7.5 miles to the northwest.

The city council meets at 7:30 p.m. on the first Monday of each month at the city office, 2006 Main Street, and can be reached there at 620-923-4665.

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Hospitals Otis Medical Center (6.5) miles 105 W Fisher, Otis – 785-387-2226 Great Bend Regional Hospital (13.5 miles) 514 Cleveland St., Great Bend – 620-792-8833

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DIN — Lunchtime is big lot of go-to orders,” business at the Odin Store.

Jacobs said. “Noon time The Odin Store is a is our busiest time for the restaurant. business hub for the small Things pick up again when the evening community in northern Barton County. customers come in.”

Edgar and Sue Jacobs have operated the Monte said he’s proud of his father and Odin Store for 40 years. mother for investing so much time in a The multi-faceted business is family-owned business. open from 8 a.m. to midnight “I’ve grown up with the Welcome to business and help out as six days a week and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday. Gasoline much as I can,” he said.

Odin, KS and diesel fuel is sold and the Odin is home to Holy convenience store sells lottery Family Church, 1387 NE Lunchtime is big 90th, (620) 587-3501, or 587tickets and grocery items, such business at the as bread and milk.

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Odin store.

“There are not a lot of places Barton County was yet to around. You have to be diverbe officially formed in 1870 sified as a small business, so when a group of Illinois setyou have to sell a little bit of everything,” tlers, from a town called Odin, came to said Monte Jacobs, the son of Edgar and central Kansas to settle.

Sue. “It all ties together. Our customers In 1874, Philip Smith and his wife appreciate they can stay in town for their opened a general store not far from business.”

Cheyenne Bottoms, which would later The business has installed enlarged fuel be home to the internationally known tanks and added a banquet room that is greyhound coursing club. used special times a month for special More settlers arrived and the commuevents. nity began to take shape. They named the Lunchtime is the busiest time with town Odin after their home settlement. pre-ordered ham and turkey sandwiches In the late 1870s, there was an influx of a popular item. The family-owned busiCatholic families to the area as they sought ness employs three full-time and four to resettle, escaping unemployment back part-time workers. Hamburgers, chicken east and a frame church was dedicated in strips, pizza and enchiladas are some of 1879. In 1880, a prairie fire swept from the menu choices.

Cheyenne Bottoms to the Smoky Hill “During harvest season, we’ll receive a River but the church was not damaged.

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he Beaver area began settletained a microbrewery license and became ment in the mid-1870s. Abraa brewpub. Their beers are handcrafted, ham John, George Dressler, in small batches, using only malted barley, John Beard and hops, yeast, and water -- and Robert Bruce were the first malted wheat for the Welcome to some settlers of the area in 1876.

Harvest Moon Wheat Ale. Beaver Township was officially Beaver, KS The Moeders’ micro brewery organized in August of 1878 produces 20 gallons of beer, or Beaver settlement ale, at a time. with Robert Bruce its first began in the trustee.

Leonard mixes different In 1999, Len and Linda grains to obtain Mo’s Brews. mid-1870’s Moeder left the corporate world They have seven beers on and moved from Southern Calitap and they vary in color fornia to Beaver. Dreaming of their own from light and mild to dark and rich. The business, they opened Mo’s Place Grill & uniquely named beers include Harvest Bar at 1908 Elm. Mo’s hours are 10:30 a.m. Moon Wheat, Purple Cat Pale, Crazy to 9 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday.

Hawk Red, Beaver Creek Brown, Elm The restaurant features hamburgers, Street Porter, Lights Out Stout, Ol’ Farmham and cheese, fish, steaks, chicken, stead IPA, which stands for “India Pale fries, chef ’s salad and onion rings. Ale.” Gunbarrel Java Stout is an imperial In 2004, the Moeders obRussian stout made with coffee.

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CLAFLIN

Welcome to Claflin, KS!

the Barton County Historical Museum Wall of Fame.

Students in Claflin attend USD 112 Central Plains schools. Recent consolidations with Bushton, Holyrood and Wilson schools helped to make the district as a whole stronger. Schools are located in the towns of Bushton, Claflin, and Holyrood. Students in pre-K through 4th grade attend school in Holyrood at Quivira Heights Elementary, 600 S. Main Street. Children in grades 5-8 attend school in Bushton at Quivira Heights Middle School, 500 South Main, Bushton. High school students attend Claflin High School at 700 Albro, Claflin.

Memorial Day Weekend, the community comes together to honor veterans and active duty soldiers followed by a car show and later a beer garden and dance. That weekend, the Claflin City Pool opens for the summer, and is open every day until school

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ravel along Kansas Scenic Byway KS-4 west from US Hwy 56, and it won’t be long before you find Claflin, population 705, where the famed Millers of Claflin furniture store is located.

The store was a finalist of the 8 wonders of Kansas Commerce in 2010 during the year-long Kansas Sampler Foundation’s 8 Wonders of Kansas promotion. The buildings owned by Millers have been painted to look like a scenic old-time western townscape from a Hollywood movie set, and set the tone for the rest of Main Street. The town has a population of 705.

The Claflin town company was formed in 1887. The first business established was a lumberyard, and Claflin began to build and grow. A year later saw the start of a local newspaper and two schools, both a public and a Catholic school. The newspaper, the Claflin Known for our Gazette, down-home charm and failed, but it nostalgic Main Street, was folClaflin is conveniently lowed first by located one mile west of the Barton Highway 156 along K-4. Banner, later renamed the Claflin Banner, then finally the Claflin Clarion, which it remained well into the 1980s when it printed its final edition. The town incorporated in 1901, with its first elected mayor H.E. Hill.

Over the years, Claflin people have excelled and made their way into history, in politics, science, the arts and sports.

Some of these notable people who have called Claflin home are past U.S. Secretary of the Interior and Governor of Alaska Walter J. Hickel; past Kansas Governor and Senator Andrew F. Schoeppel; transgenic scientist Dr. James Roble; 2001 NCAA Div. 1 Women’s Basketball All-time Career Scoring Leader Jackie Stiles; artist and sculptor L.E. “Gus” Shafer; and conservationist Frank W. Robl. Portraits of all can be found on

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CLAFLIN claflin, from page 81 is back in session in midAugust. It is located at the southeast corner of the city park across the street from the Claflin Co-op.

A new tradition that started in 2011 is Claflin’s Oktoberfest. The community will bring it back for year two on October 20,2012. The Claflin high school reunion committee and area business will host a Beer, Brats and Bands night.

Seniors in Claflin meet the third Wednesday of the month from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at the Claflin Community Center at 409 A Street for a birthday coffee and program.

On the second Tuesday of the month, they play bingo at the Claflin Community Center from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Not far west from Claflin is a scenic overlook of the Cheyenne Bottoms State Wildlife Area. For a brief period from 1945 to 1946, the basin was used as a bombing and artillery range by the US Army Air Corps. In 1957, it became a dedicated waterfowl management area by the Kansas State Parks and Wildlife. In 1988, it was designated a “Wetlands of International Importance”.

City Council members meet at 7:30 p.m. on the second Monday of each month at the City Hall, 111 E. Hamilton.

There are five councilmembers who can be reached at City Hall at 620-587-3707

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Councilman Casey Hubbard Councilman Kelly Nixon Councilman Leon Oberle Councilman Dan Michaelis

City Departments City Clerk Patricia Schmidt 620-587-3707 Public Works Director/City Engineer Richard Hayes 620-588-3723 Police Chief Robert Gunder 620-587-3344 Fire Chief Doug Hubbard 620-587-3498

Library Librarian, Judy Wondra 108 Main St. 620-587-3488 Hours: Monday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Wednesday 1 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., closed Tuesday and Sunday.

Churches Zion Lutheran Church 121 5th, 620-587-3698; Immaculate Conception Church, 310 Main St. 620-587-3628 The United Methodist Church, 120 3rd St., 620-587-3505

Shopping and Restaurants Baileys Food Bin, 1010 Main St., Claflin 620-587-3496 Millers of Claflin, 200 Main St., Claflin 620-587-3601 Pizza & More, 221 Main St., Claflin 620-587-3837

Odin Store, 890 NE 140 Rd, Claflin 620-587-3370 (bar and grill) Ninety Four Store, 200 E. Front St., Claflin 620-587-9494 Mo’s Place Grill and Brew Pub, 1908 Elm St. Claflin 620-587-2350

Gas Stations Ninety Four Store, 200 E. Front St. 620-587-9494 Claflin Co-op (credit card only).

Zip Code 67525

BOB’S SERVICE CENTER

Utilities Gas: Kansas Gas Service 1-800-794-4780 Electric: Midwest Energy 1-800-222-3121 Phone Service: Sprint 1-800-877-7746 Cable: H&B Cable Service, Inc. 1-800-432-8296 Post Office: 218 Main St. 620-587-3935 Recycling: drop off located at City Shop, 710 W. Front Animal Control: Claflin Police Department 620-587-3344 Medical Care: Clara Barton Hospital, 205 W. 9th St., Hoisington, 620-653-2114

Heavy duty machinery and auto repair Full service parts store Custom hose fabrication

Bob Cates, owner/manager 1070 NE 130 Ave., Claflin 620-587-3326

Cates CarQuest

261 S. Main, Hoisington 620-653-4426 or 4427

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by Colonel John Ellinwood, a civil engineer working for the Santa Fe railroad. The railroad was finished the same year and Ellinwood became a fast growing community of mostly southern German/Austrians descendants. Many of these pioneers brought with them the customs of their native Germany and a brewery was established in 1875, one of the first in western Kansas.

Located on the Santa Fe Trail, the town was a social and Welcome to cultural center of Ellinwood, KS the 1890’s.

The trail played Home of the a critical role in the Underground westward expansion of the United States, and Tunnels was an important twoway avenue for commerce and cultural exchange between the new state of Missouri and the newly independent nation of Mexico. East of Ellinwood, the Santa Fe Trail beelined from Council Grove. Here the trail met the Arkansas River and continued west en route to New Mexico. About five miles west of Ellinwood, where the trail crossed Walnut Creek, was Fort Zarah, one of the forts providing protection for the trail.

Ellinwood’s main tourist attraction is the underground tunnels. The town’s rapid growth in the 1870s and 80s filled the business blocks of Ellinwood not only upstairs but down to the basements. Typical of other Germanic areas, passageways are all along Main Street and to the side streets. The tunnels held a variety of store fronts and shops: drummer rooms, sample rooms, bath house, saloons, and meat storage. Just as today, Ellinwood boasted of attorneys, hotels, a jewelry store, grain dealers, blacksmiths, boot makers, millinery shops, a brewery, dentists, general stores, billiard halls, lumber dealers and a newspaper along with a jail and a town band. Visitors can stroll through passageways to three of yesterday’s underground shops. The saga of long time proprietors Thomas Drake and William Jung will be related. Tourists can hear tales of Kansas constitutional prohibition and how it affected Ellinwood and its “Little Germany” reputation.

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Tornado Shelter

Mayor Frank Koelsch term ending in 2013 Councilman Kirk Clawson term ending in 2014 Councilman Rick Wilson term ending in 2014 Councilman Kathy Hines term ending in 2014 Councilwoman Gaila Nielsen term ending in 2013 Councilman Irlan Fullbright term ending in 2013

200 N. Main – 620-564-2840

2,131 (2010)

Ellinwood Grade School Enter on Goethe St. on the east end just north of the semi-circular driveway 620-564-2750

City Departments City Administrator Bob Peter – 620-564-3161 City Clerk Kim Schartz – 620-564-3161 Electrical Superintendent Chris Komarek – 620-564-3046 Street Dept. Superintendent Kevin Clair – 620-564-3451 Police Chief Art Keffer – 620-564-3001 Fire Chief Chris Komarek – 620-564-3161 Library Ellinwood School Community Library 210 N. Schiller Sharon Sturgis – 620-564-2306 Recycling Recycling Center 203 West 1st. – Open 24 hours Compost Site Park and 7th – Open daily 7 am - 7 pm Animal control Police Department 209 W. 1st – 620-564-3001 84

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Utilities Electricity Light & Power Plant 201 W. 1st – 620-564-221 David Lloyd Natural Gas Service Kansas Gas Service 800-794-4780 Phone Service CenturyLink 800-788-3500 Cable Allegiance Communications 800-937-1397 Medical Care Ellinwood District Hospital 605 N. Main 620-564-3726.

Underground Tours Tours Available on the hour Monday-Saturday 10-4 Sunday 12-4 620-564-2400

Reservations are encouraged especially for large groups.

One North Main PO Box 306 Ellinwood, KS 67526-0306 N.W. corner of Main & Santa Fe (U.S. 56 at the stoplight ) Daily Admission 10 and older – $6 9 and younger – $2

Community 5-Churches 3-public 1-parochial Schools

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GALATIA City Council

Utilities

Council members meet at 8 p.m. on the first Tuesday of each month at 150 W. Floyd, Galatia, KS 67565.

There are six council members.

Council members can be reached by calling the Mayor Steve Wilhelm, 620-935-4331. His cell phone number is 620-935-5028.

• Electric: Western Cooperative Electric Assn., Inc. – 1-800-456-6720 • Gas: Propane • Phone Service: Rural Telephone 785-567-4281

Current council Members are:

Rural route from Otis, 100 N. Main 800-275-8777

• Mayor Steve Wilhelm, term ending in 2013.

• Councilman Kevin Polzin, term ending in 2013.

• Councilman Leland Keil, term ending in 2013.

• Councilman Dennis Funk, term ending in 2013.

• Councilman Kent Nettleingham, term ending in 2013.

• Councilman Larry Deines, term ending in 2013. .• City Clerk, Diane Deines 620-935-4331

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alatia, population 39 in the 2010 U.S. Census, is located 24 miles northwest of Great Bend and is in the northwest corner of Barton County.

It has been known by many names since settlers first came there in the 1880s. According to an article on file at the Barton County Historical Welcome to Society, it began as a Galatia,KS church in the “Barrows Town.” southeast corner of Section Located in the 22, Fairview northwest corner Township. of Barton County. The first three houses belonged to Ed Gustin, Kurth Barrows and Freddie Weaver. The area was known a “Four Corners” when John Hutton established a store there in 1882.

In 1885 when the town was organized, David C. Barrows built a store and the area became known as “Barrows Town.” A popular jingle of the time was, “Barrows Town, Weaver Street, Andrews Hotel, Dam little to eat.”

Later the town was called “Dog Trot.” Although stories about how it got that handle vary, “Dog Trot” didn’t seem an appropriate name for a growing city. So, when a post office was established in 1889, Henry Weber circulated a petition to name the town after his hometown, Galatia, Ill., which was named after the a book in the Bible.

Galatia became a third class town on Jan. 3, 1921. Farmer’s Union built a grain elevator after a spur line was built by the Santa Fe Railroad. Galatia is one of the very few towns that have a hand-dug well built by the railroad.

It was used to fill steam engines. The well is 60 feet deep and 20 feet wide, lined with limestone rock. The water is used by the fire department today.

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reat Bend was founded in 1872 “with a population of 600 souls,” according to the 1886 Great Bend City Directory. By that point there were an estimated 18,000 people in the county. It was named the county seat in May 1872.

The town was named after the Great Bend of the Arkansas River, a feature noted as early as the first days of the Santa Fe Trail.

It was here that a trading post was established and later a small military post, Fort Zarah.

After the Civil War the land began to be developed by easterners, Great Bend offers and by the tourists the broadest early 1870s selection of food and a town had formed and lodging choices in Great Bend the region existed for a short time as a cow town, complete with shoot outs, Texas cowboys and saloons.

Following the close of the cow town phase, Great Bend took up its place as a regional trade and service center, a role that grew stronger during the growth of the oil industry and, later, when it served as a major World War II Army Air Corps training base.

Since then the community has continued to develop as a medical, legal and technical service center, as well as a regional shopping and entertainment provider. The town’s assets include a central geographic location, abundant natural resources, a safe and healthful climate, hardworking people and a relaxed atmosphere.

Agriculture plays a large role in the Great Bend region. Wheat, corn, milo, soybeans and sunflowers are a few of the crops grown here. Cattle, hogs, and chickens are raised and several large commercial feedlots can be found in the area.

The oil industry also plays an important role in the community. In 2008 the Kansas Geological Survey estimated that Great Bend and Barton County pro-

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duced in excess of 2 million bbl (barrels) of oil and nearly 541,000 mcf (thousand cubic feet) of natural gas. One barrel of oil is enough to drive the average car about 840 miles.

Great Bend is located next to two of the world’s most important wetlands: Cheyenne Bottoms and Quivira National Wildlife Refuge.

Bird watchers flock to the area to observe the different varieties. Sportsmen find the area appealing for pheasants, quail, goose, duck and deer hunting.

Great Bend’s population, according to the Bureau of Census is 15,995 and Barton County has a population of 27,841.

City Council Council members meet at 7:30 p.m. on the first and third Monday of each month in the City Council chambers at 1209 Williams.

There are eight council members. Two members are elected from each ward of the

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Great bend, from page 86 city. All governing body members serve twoyear terms.

Council members can be reached through City Hall, 1209 Williams, 620-793-4111

Current Council Members Mayor Mike Allison, term ending in 2013 First Ward - Councilman Nels Linberg, term ending in 2014 – 620-792-9024 First Ward - Councilman Mitch Haney, term ending in 2013 – 620-793-9190 Second Ward - Councilman Martin Keenan, term ending in 2014 Keenan announced he will be moving, which will necessitate the appointment of a new council member.

Second Ward - Councilman Dale Westhoff, term ending in 2013 620-793-7932 Third Ward Councilwoman Allene Owen, term ending in 2013 – 620-792-2086 Third Ward Councilman Ken Roberts, term ending in 2014 – 620-793-7098 Fourth Ward Councilman Dana Dawson, term ending in 2013 – 620-793-7884

Fourth Ward Councilman Randy Myers, term ending in 2014 620-792-8636, 786-1351

City Departments City Administrator, Howard Partington 620-793-4111 City Attorney, Robert Suelter 620-793-4114 City Engineer, Robert Winiecke, P.E. 620-793-4111 City Clerk, Wayne Henneke 620-793-4111 Park Department, Terry Hoff 620-793-4111 Public Works Director, Don Craig 620-793-4150 Street Department, Mike Crawford 620-793-4150 Utility Superintendent, Charlie Suchy 620-793-4150

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Great bend, from page 87 Water Pollution Control (WPC), 200 South Kiowa Rd. – 620-793-4170 Recreation Commission Director, Diann Henderson – 620-793-3755 Police Chief Dean Akings 620-793-4120 Fire Chief Mike Napolitano 620-793-4140

Library

Post Office

Great Bend Public Library, 1409 Williams – 620-792-2409

2100 16th St. – 620-792-4381

Utilities Water & Sewer Utility Office 620-793-4100 Kansas Gas Service – 800-794-4780 Midwest Energy, 1025 Patton Rd. 620-792-1301 Wheatland Electric Cooperative Inc. 620-793-4223, 800-762-0436 AT&T – 800-464-7928 Cox Communications, 250 N. Washington – 620-792-2574 Nex-Tech, 3705 10th St. – 620-792-3908

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Recycling Acme Pipe & Steel Inc., 700 Frey – 620-793-7851 Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 12 & 1-5 p.m.

First Step Recycling Drop Off Center, 1010 Hubbard St.– 620-793-5800 Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Saturday 8 a.m. to noon Operated by Sunflower Diversified Services www.sunflowerdiv.com.

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GREAT BEND Great bend, from page 88 Compost Site One half (1/2) mile south of Railroad Avenue on SW 6 Avenue.

Planning Commission

Animal Control

The commission decides planning and zoning matters. Seven people are appointed by the mayor. The commission meets the last Monday of every month at City Council Chambers.

The commissioners are: Steve Dobratz, chairman 620-792-2411 John Smith 620-793-5619 LaDonna Moore 620-792-1954 Eric Gotsche 620-792-7044 Doug Chambers 620-792-8644 Mathew Breit 620-791-8699 There was one vacancy on the board at last report

Golden Belt Humane Society, Rt. 2 – 620-792-4297

Medical Care St. Rose Ambulatory & Surgery Center, 3515 Broadway – 620-792-2511 Great Bend Regional Hospital, 514 Cleveland St. – 620-792-8833 Barton County Health Department, 1300 Kansas – 620-793-1902

City Television Channel: #20 City Information and Current Events.

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email: LKM.Originals@yahoo.com Mon-Fri 10am-5:30pm • Sat 11am-4pm 620-792-4699 2021 Forest Ave • Great Bend

Largest Gift & Décor Store in the area Residential & Auto Glass Repair Oldest Glass Company in Town 1117 Williams • Great Bend 620-792-2536

Central Kansas’ Most Complete Home Interior Store Since 1979.

Only SEARS Carries All TOP 10 Brands!!!

1515 Main Great Bend 620-792-5911

OWNED AND OPERATED BY: STAN DOWNEY 2515 10th • GREAT BEND 620-793-7801 MON.-FRI. 9-7; SAT. 9-6; SUN. 11-4

www.kustomfloordesigns.com

Let us help you plan & design from start to finish. Construction - Window Treatments Furniture & Accessories. Our talented staff will help you create a complete and unique project.

Home Connection, Inc.

2410 Main St. ~ Great Bend, Kansas 67530 • (620) 792-4043 Quality Products & Quality Installation Tile • Carpet • Hardwood • Vinyl Laminate Floors & Countertops Corian, Onyx, Granite, Cambria Crestwood Cabinets

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Mens • Womens • Kids

Famous Name Brand Shoes

For The Entire Family

• Asics • Keen • Born • Ugg • Crocs • Naturalizer • Alegria • Carhartt • Dansko • New Balance • Merrell • Redwing • Clarks • Sperry • Nike • Puma

For all the latest western fashions visit High Call Outfitters and Tiramisu, the Boutique.

• DC • Rocky • SAS • Olukai • Sanuk

1305 Main Street Great Bend, KS (620) 792-4482

eat Bend, KS 2602 10th St., Gr 55 620-796-23

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IDENTIFICATIONS CO. Awards, Screen Printing & Embroidery

1411 & 1413 Main 620-792-5043

This crew is capable of getting the job done!

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LEADING EXPERT IN BATHTUB TO SHOWER CONVERSIONS Free In-Home Estimate

Choose from more than a dozen wall colors, shower base Walk In Tubs – Where Safety Meets Comfort colors & accessories!

Create the most convenient & safe shower environment possible!

• Built in seat • Well placed grab bars • Easy-to-clean grout-free walls • Alternative to worn out bathtubs, outdated tile walls, dingy shower base • Lifetime Warranty

CUSTOM RE•BATH

Showroom New Location: 3810 10th St. Great Bend, KS

620-792-2709 or 1-800-BATHTUB

PLUMBING

HEATING

COOLING

FFREE In-home estimates on all services!

Service plans available. New Construction and Remodeling on Residential and Commercial.

Call for details and to schedule an appointment

793-4208

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RV Parking & Hotels

RV Parking – Great Bend Cottonwood Grove 2800 N. Main, 620-792-4558 Full hookups and cable. No showers.

Finer Mobile Park 5501 9th St. Lot 40, 620-792-5803 Storm shelter, full hookups.

Kiowa Camp Grounds 517 Kiowa Rd., 620-793-3160 Full hookups, no cable.

All Season Mobile Home & RV Park 4 NW 30 Rd., 620-793-9601 Full hookups, showers, cable, wi-fi, storm shelter, private patios.

Hoisington Hoisington Activity Center 1200 Susank Rd., 620-653-4050 Exercise facility, showers, dump station, full hookups.

Ellinwood Wolf Pond Santa Fe and Fritz, 620-564-3161 Electric, water, and dump station, first come, first serve.

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America’s Best Value Inn 3500 10th St., 620-793-8486 Breakfast, swimming pool.

Baltzell Motel 705 10th St., 620-792-4395 Pets allowed.

Best Western Angus Inn 2920 10th St., 620-792-3541 Swimming pool, internet, exercise room.

Comfort Inn 911 Grant, 620-793-9000 Internet, pool, breakfast, exercise room.

Days Inn 4701 10th St., 620-792-8235 Breakfast, internet, pets.

Highland Hotel 3017 10 St., 620-792-2431 Swimming pool, internet, exercise room, and cocktail lounge.

Travelers Budget Inn 4200 10th St., 620-793-5448 Pets, airport transportation.

Travelodge 3200 10th, 620-792-7219 Breakfast, internet, pets.

Call today ay for a FREE Peace off Mind Termite Inspection

1-800-352-2595 0 352 2595 259

Your termite and pest control specialist---Since 1953 www.worldpestonline.com

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HOISINGTON

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. J. Hoisington had already made a place for himself in Barton County in the 1880s when the Missouri Pacific Railroad, in the process of building west out of Kansas City, had reached northern Barton County.

Hoisington, along with several other Great Bend investors, created a town company and the town of Hoisington was organized.

A two-story building was soon erected by Brooker and Brown as a general merchandise store, opening in 1886.

The next year the town received a number of residents who moved there from Iowa, Illinois and other eastern states and the growth was reported steadily. By Welcome to the early part of the 1900s, there over 2,000 people in the Hoisington, KS were community.

That number grew even more Gateway to when the Missouri Pacific shops Cheyenne were located in Hoisington.

Over the years the importance Bottoms of the agriculture economy was also crucial to the success of the community and it developed a strong tie to the oil field industry as well.

Hoisington is often referred to as the “Gateway to Cheyenne Bottoms” as the wetland border comes almost to the edge of the city. Hoisington also sits within an hour’s drive of two and four year colleges and several regional medical complexes.

City Council Council members meet at 7:30 p.m. on the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month at Hoisington City Hall located at 109 E. 1st – 620-653-4125 Mayor Clayton Williamson, term ending in 2013 Ward 4 Councilman Christine Smith, term ending in 2013 Councilman Brian Wilborn, term ending in 2014 Ward 3 Councilman Dean Andereck, term ending in 2013 Councilman Karen VanBrimmer, term ending in 2014 Ward 2 Councilman James Sekavec, term ending in 2014 Councilman Michael Aylward, term ending in 2013 Ward 1 Councilman Gerald Donovan, term ending in 2013 Councilman Nancy Farmer, term ending in 2014

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City Departments City Manager – Jonathan Mitchell, 620-653-4125 City Clerk – Donita Crutcher, 620-653-4125 Public Works Director – Paul Zecha, 620-653-4385 City Attorney – John Horner City Judge – Don Alvord Recreation Director – Scott Goodheart, 620-653-4050 Police Chief – Kenton Doze, 620-653-4995 Fire Chief – Jim Sekavec, 620-653-7772

Library Hoisington Public Library 169 S. Walnut – 620-653-4128

Utilities Electricity Municipal Power Plant – 164 S. Elm, 620-653-4675 Natural Gas Service Kansas Gas Service – 800-794-4780 Phone CenturyLink – 800-877-4646 Cable Cox Communications 250 N. Washington, Great Bend – 620-792-2574

Post office 119 E. Second – 620-653-2838 See Hoisington, 97

Hoisington’ss 117th Labor Day Celeebration Our Chilldren, Our Future e Au ugust 29 - September 1

Join Us For One Of The Largest Parades In The State!

Visitors & Locals Can Enjoy A Weekend Full Of Activities.

Children’s Events • Demolition Derby Outdoor Dance/Live Band • Car Show • Vendors Carnival • 5k Run/Walk • Much More!

While in Hoisington drive the Wetlands & Wildlife Scenic Byway, tour Cheyenne Bottoms Wildlife Refuge and drop by the Kansas Wetlands Education Center. Enjoy all of the amenities Hoisington has to offer.

For more information or schedule of events call Hoisington Chamber of Commerce 620-653-4311 or visit our website www.hoisingtonkansas.com 123 N. Main • Hoisington, Kansas 67544

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Daily Drink Special & Food Menu

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Channel 20 – City Information and Current Events

• Microwave Ovens & Refrigerators • 32” Flat Screen TV’s • Continental Breakfast • FREE Access to public swimming pool, tennis courts, horse shoes, and fitness facility.

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Don Doerschlag – 620-653-4995

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Parking lot West of Wilson State Bank

Clara Barton Hospital 250 W. Ninth – 620-653-2114

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Generations Serving the Central Kansas Area for Over 83 Years

HUNTER’S HEADQUARTERS

Cleaning Shed & Mud Room

57 W State Road 4, Hoisington • (620) 292-6022

Now listed on the state historical register

New or Used Car & Truck Sales

www.mchevy.com www.mchevy.com

Sales Parts Service Body Shop 620-653-2330 • 818 N. Elm St. • Hoisington, KS

271 S. Main • Hoisington Hoisington Main Street • Toll Free 1-866-869-3740

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Utilities and services feature Western Cooperative Electric Assn., Inc., 1-800-456-6720; Kansas Gas Service, 800-794-4782; Rural Telephone, 785-567-4281; Olmitz Post Office, 223 Main, 620-586-3319.

The recycling trailer from Rush County visits Olmitz the first week of each month.

Barton County Humane Society handles animal control, (620) 792-4297.

Medical care is provided

by Otis Ambulance through dialing 911.

Barton County sheriff’s department provides law enforcement duties; (620) 793-1876.

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Building, P.O. Box 64, Olmitz, KS, 67564; (620) 586-3311.

Mayor Darrell Keener and council members Duane Reif, Harlan Stoss, Bill Steiner, Kevin Bahr and Jay Scott comprise the Olmitz city council.

City employees include Geralyn Wegener, city clerk; Don Reif. Jr., city attorney; Joel Jackson, municipal judge; Buck Lindsay, streets; Tom Stos, treasurer; Tom Schneider, sewer and water.

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LMITZ — “Dad’s” is coming to town.

The newly-named restaurant will be managed by Dennis Caruthers after being closed the past two years. The building at 309 Main, owned by his nephew, Mike Linenberger, is planning an August grand opening.

Caruthers is a Great Bend High graduate who has spent the past 20 years in Texas working in heavy manufacturing and Home Depot in the San Antonio area.

But he’s moved to Olmitz and reconnected with Sarah and Truman Donahoe and his granddaughter Hailee and his grandson Truman.

He’s always considered himself a resident cook with barbecue grilling and a Welcome to grilled garlic shrimp some of Olmitz,KS his specialties.

The business Located 16 Miles plans to open six Northwest days a week and of Great Bend cater to a lunch and dinner crowd.

“I’ve been cooking for years and this is something I’ve always thought I wanted to do,” he said. “I enjoy grilling just about any type of meat. Things have fallen into place to make this happen.”

The restaurant still must pass some inspections and there’s some paperwork to complete. But Caruthers has received good advice from Linenberger and Bill Henderson, who has operated a restaurant in downtown Great Bend.

“Everyone who has worked me with me has been helpful from the ag department inspector to my accountant,” he said. “Fortunately, I’ve got some good help from family members. Everyone is anxious to see it open.”

Olmitz, 16 miles northwest of Great Bend, was established by Austrian immigrants in 1885 as a trading center on the Missouri Pacific Railroad. The Biographical History of Barton County states Olmitz featured three general stores, three elevators, a bank, hotel, hardware stores in 1912.

The Olmitz city council meets at 7:30 p.m. on the first Wednesday of each month at the Olmitz City Building. Council members can be reached at Olmitz City

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he city of Pawnee Rock, founded in 1887, recently celebrated its 125th Anniversary in May of 2012.

It is home to the Pawnee Rock National Historic Site, a highpoint in the surrounding flat prairie, located at the halfway point between Independence, MO and Sante Fe, New Mexico. The surrounding area was a resting place for wagon trains full of settlers traversing the long and arduous trail in search of a prosperous new life from 1821 to the late 1800’s. There, they found abundant wildlife and water thanks to Welcome to its proximity to Pawnee Rock, KS the Arkansas River. Pawnee Home to the Pawnee Rock National Historic Rock, however, received its Site, a highpoint in the name because surrounding flat prairie it afforded the Pawnee Indians an advantageous spot from which to spot the wagon trains and raid them. Still, the settlers came. The proliferation of railroads during the second half of the 19th century marked the end of the Santa Fe Trail, though some who were too poor to afford train fare continued to use it into the early 1900s.

Between the railroad and later, the settlers to the area, the stone at Pawnee Rock was utilized for building purposes, which reduced the size of the bluff significantly. According to historians, one

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Mayor Gary Adams Councilman President Linda McCowan 56 Councilman Berry Jack Councilman Joyce Epperson One seat is currently open.

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Today, there are three churches in Pawnee Rock, the Christian Church, the Bergthal Mennonite Church, and New Jerusalem Church. They rotate hosting the Pawnee Rock Community Coffee Hour from 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. on the second Saturday of the month at The Depot on Centre Street, one block south of the post office. All are welcome.

The Depot is handicapped accessible, and can also be rented for meetings and events. Contact Nick Harders for deposit and hourly charge details and to schedule.

Pawnee Rock is part of the Ft. Larned school district, USD 495. Larned is located nine miles southwest on US Hwy. 56. The district is 4A. The school board office phone number is 620-285-3185.

City Council meets on the first Monday of every month at the City Hall at 7:00 p.m.

The telephone number is (620) 982-4386

Current council members

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of Pawnee Rock’s oldest buildings is built from that rock. Located at the intersection of Main Street and Hwy 156 stands a two-story building made of sandstone which currently houses an antique shop.

The website pawneerock.org lists it as an attraction.

“It started out as an opera house an was one of the first buildings erected in Pawnee Rock after the railroad came through in 1872...Until the ealy 1960s (it was) a diner with a pressed-tin ceiling and jars of pickled pigs knuckles on the counter.”

City Clerk LeAnna Unruh, 620-982-4386 Fire Chief Dustin Chambers, 620-982-4386 Maintenance, 620-982-4386

Utilities Electric and Gas: Midwest Energy, 1-800-222-3121 Phone Service: AT&T, 1-800-288-2020. and Golden Belt Telephone Assn, Rush Center, 785-372-4236 Cable, Golden Belt Telephone Assn., Rush Center 785-372-4236

Post Office 501 Centre St., 620-982-4308.

Recycling and Trash Removal Arrow Trash, 620-793-5546 The Recycling Center, Hwy 56, Larned (on east edge of Larned), takes newspaper, slick paper, corrugated cardboard, clear or colored aluminum cans, tin/ steel cans, plastic(#1) soft drink and juice bottles, water and milk bottles, raw aluminum, pet food cans. The Pawnee Rock Lions Club will pick up recycling on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month.

Contact Joe Bowman (620)982-4414 or Howard Bowman (620)982-4628

Medical Care Great Bend Ambulance--911

Hospitals St. Joseph Memorial Hospital, 923 Carroll Ave, Larned, 620-285-3161 Central Kansas Medical Center, 3515 Broadway Ave, Great Bend, 620-786-6111

At A Glance: Population: 356 Land Area: 0.715 Sq. Kilometers Parks: 1 Miles of streets: 10 or more Churches: 3 Fire stations: 1, volunteer City employees: 2 part-time workers Zip code: 67567 Area code: 620 Verified by Pawnee Rock city clerk.

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that benefits some military group on the second Sunday of each month. The FlyOver donates all of its aluminum cans to Kans for Kids.

The townsite of Susank plate map was filed on Dec. 27, 1917 by Albert Janke in the Barton County courthouse. Susank, in Union Township, was incorporated as a Third Class city on May 9, 1940.

The town was named after Edward J. Susank, who worked with the Santa Fe Railroad and Congress to build the railroad near Susank. The railway spur was built in 1917 by a Barton County/Santa Fe Railway partnership.

Among the first businesses were grain elevators to store and load the wheat on the railroad cars. A cattle shipping yard was located just east of the elevators.

A community water well was dug in 1951 with lines connecting to city residents. In April of 1961 a sewer system was completed. When the Russell Rural Water District No. 3 was formed, Susank stopped using the city well and bought water from RWD No. 3.

The Susank city council meets at 7 p.m. on the first Monday of each month at 127 Hoisington Road, Susank. Questions for council members can be directed through the mayor at 653-2769.

Current council members are: Mayor Dennis Trapp and council members Lyle Brown, Phyllis Luerman, Mike Hickel, James Mater and Jeff Cotten.

City departments feature city clerk Tammy Cotten, treasurer, Diane Wilson and water superintendent Dennis Trapp.

Utilities Western Cooperative Electric 1-800-456-6720 Midwest Energy 792-1301 Phone Service Sprint United Phone Service 800-877-4646 U.S. Post Office Rural route from Hoisington 653-2838 Recycling First Step Recycling 1010 Hubbard, Great Bend 793-5800 Animal Control Golden Belt Humane Society 792-4297 Trash Service Shamrock Sanitation, Great Bend 792-1639.

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USANK — The sign says it all — “What Camo are you wearing today?”

The FlyOver Cafe honors all military branches and wild game hunters.

The restaurant, 201 Main Street, is managed by Michelle and Justin Heggemeier.

The FlyOver maintains an active Facebook page that keeps customers up-todate. The decor is unique, highlighted by a pair of Apco Premium gas signs and a new juke box.

Michelle features 15 years of fast food experience working at Burger Kings in Wichita, Kansas City and Great Bend. Justin works full-time with National OilwellVarco.

“Whether you are going out to the WetWelcome to lands to try for your favorite Susank,KS waterfowl or suiting up to Located in protect our Northern freedom, you will be Barton County honored at the FlyOver,” Michelle Heggemeier said. “Stop in and share your stories with us, hang a tribute of your loved one who has served for our great country or of a great hunt — everyone is welcome.”

The FlyOver, 201 Main Street, is quickly gaining a reputation for its chicken-fried steak. Hours are 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday; and 11 a.m. to midnight Friday and Saturday. Friday and Saturday nights are the busiest days.

“We’ve had people stop by because we’ve spread the word about our chicken fried steak,” Heggemeier said. “One night a guy stopped by and asked whether he could get a steak dinner. We do that too.”

The menu features a wide variety, including barbecue, chicken, fish, Philly cheesesteaks, shrimp, oysters. burgers, hot dogs, sandwiches and steaks. Heggemeier said people in a smaller-sized town appreciate the business.

“The first night we were open in May, we were really busy, but that was a good thing,” she said. “Our customers are great.”

The FlyOver sponsors a special Biker’s Breakfast

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Welcome to Larned

www.larnedks.org

LARNED STATE HOSPITAL Be a Part of Our Team!

Career Opportunities Include:

Mental Health Technician/Trainees • Safety Security Officers • RN’s • LPN’s Administrative Support/Clerical • Psychology • Maintenance • Food Service Staff Excellent Benefits with Competitive Salary.

Visit www.jobs.ks.gov for current vacant positions 1301 KS Hwy 264, Larned, Kansas 67550-9365 Phone: 620-285-4380 Fax 620-285-4359

Patient Centered . . . Community Driven

Construction complete Spring 2013

923 Carroll Ave.

Larned

620-285-3161

• Inpatient Care – 25 beds • Outpatient Services • Upper and Lower GI scopes • Cataract Surgery • Emergency Care • Full Service Laboratory • Specialized Nursing Services • Skilled Nursing/Swing Bed Services • Respiratory Therapy • Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehab • Sleep Disorder Center • Physical Therapy – Inpatient and Outpatient • Occupational Therapy • Cardiac Nuclear Stress Testing • EEG (Electroencephalogram) • X-ray, CT, Ultrasound, Mobile Digital Mammography, Bone Density (Dexascan), Mobile MRI • Medicare Certified Critical Access Hospital

Also Providing SPECIALTY OUTREACH CLINICS

www.PawneeValleyHospital.com

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LARNED

AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

PAWNEE COUNTY

COUNTY SEAT~ LARNED

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION

PAWNEE COUNTY

The Larned Area Chamber of Commerce & Pawnee County Economic Development Commission provides services to the county encouraging the development and growth of local businesses, tourism, agriculture, and events for an improved quality of life to live, work and play!

Pawnee County Was Organized in 1872 with Larned as it’s County Seat.

It was named for the once powerful Pawnee Indians. www.pawneecountykansas.com

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Discover, Experience, Live Rice County Festival & Events Events in 2012 Saturday, September 22 Saturday, September 22 Saturday, September 22 Saturday, November 10 Saturday, December 01 Saturday, December 01 Saturday, December 01 December

Fair on the Square Cars in the Park Warrior Fest Veterans Day Parade Christmas Bazaar Christmas Festival Lighted Christmas Parade Old Fashioned Christmas

Courthouse Square Workman Park Downtown Sterling American Legion Celebration Centre Celebration Centre Downtown Lyons Sterling

620-257-2842 620-257-2842 620-278-2737 620-257-2087 620-257-5390 620-257-3941 620-257-2842 620-278-2737

Events in 2013

Ediger Real Estate & Auction

First Saturday in June

County-wide Garage Sale

July 4th

620-257-2842

Old Fashioned Fourth of July Celebration Sterling 620-278-2737

$5.00 OFF REGULAR RATE CELEBRATION CENTRE INN & SUITES 1108 E. HIGHWAY 56 LYONS, KS 67554 620-680-6022 1-866-372-0882 Expires Dec. 31, 2012 No cash value, must present coupon at time of redemption. One coupon per guest visit.

Kevin Ediger

Auctioneer/Broker Cell: (620) 242-8164 kediger@lrmutual.com www.uckansasrealty.com www.edigerreauction.com

Coronado Quivira Museum 25% OFF Any Gift Shop Purchase at the Museum

PO Box 414 117 W. Main Lyons, KS 67554 (620) 257-5656 Fax: (620) 257-5657

FREE ADMISSION CORONADO QUIVIRA MUSEUM 105 West Lyon LYONS, KS 67554 620-257-3941

Expires Dec. 31, 2012

No cash value, must present coupon at time of redemption. One coupon per guest visit.

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Only A Short Drive Away.....

Places to Go People to See Things to Buy

• Wide variety of quilting fabrics and notions • Great selections of flannel fabrics • Embroidery patterns and floss

M-F 9 - 5:30pm; Sat. 9-5pm

www.stitchesquiltshopmcp.com

Janet Yowell - Wendy Paul • 620-241-2986 Stitchesquilt@yahoo.com • 102 S. Main, McPherson, KS 67460

Brenda’s Blind Service has been in business since 1990.

We are owned by Brenda and Richard Martin, whose expertise in the field is well-known and recognized in Southwest Kansas. We are the only authorized dealer for MCD Innovations in the state of Kansas.

We work and offer free estimates by appointment. We do residential and commercial blinds.

• Venetian • Vertical • Pleated • Honeycomb • RV Shades • Repairing

Got Ugly Cabinets?

We want to make your kitchen beautiful!

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Simple Change Cabinet Refacing

www.brendasblindservice.com

Dave’s Tree Service • Injections for Pine Wilt Prevention • Iron • Borers • Fungus • Growth Inhibitors

Call Dave 785-372-4449

Recycling

Where to recycle other items Scrap Metal

Clothing and Housewares

Recycling Center

Acme Pipe & Steel, Inc.

Salvation Army Store

Great Bend First Step Recycling

700 Frey St. – Great Bend 620-793-7851

2545 10 St. – Great Bend 620-792-4299

Goodwill Indusrties

Appliances, Tires and Hazardous Waste

1705 Main St – Great Bend 620-792-4000

Barton County Landfill

Aluminum Cans

350 NE 30 Rd. – Great Bend 620-793-1898 Fee Charged Hazardous Waste may be disposed the 3rd Saturday of each month.

Compost Site Great Bend

One half (1/2) mile south of Railroad Avenue on SW 6 Avenue

Hoisington

Kans for Kids Claflin

Recycling Center 203 West 1st St.

24 hour drop off 108 Main St.

Ellinwood

305 E. Santa Fe Blvd.

Great Bend

2920 10th Street 700 Frey St.

Hoisington

Hoisington

1-1/2 miles east on Keystone Rd.

1010 Hubbard St. – 620-793-5800

Monday-Friday 1- 6 p.m • Saturday 8 a.m. - noon

Parking lot west of Wilson State Bank Recycling Center

Ellinwood

Park and 7th

Drop off Center

Operated by Sunflower Diversified Services

201 N. Main St.

Ellinwood Open 24 hours

Olmitz

Recycling trailer from Rush County Picks up the first week of each month

Pawnee Rock

Pawnee Rock Lions Club Picks up recycling 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month

620-982-4414 or 620-982-4628

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Club & Organizations 4-H and Youth Programs – Kids who are 7 and not yet 19 by Jan. 1 of current year may join. Clover Buds are ages 5-6. 4-H is a community of young people across America who are learning leadership, citizenship, and life skills. Contact Berny Unruh, 4-H and Youth Development Agent, 1800 12th St. Great Bend – 620-793-1910.

4-H Junior Leaders – Berny Unruh, 4-H and Youth Development Agent, 1800 12th St., Great Bend – 620-793-1910.

American Cancer Society, Barton County, Vickie Jo Miller, St. John – 620-549-3602 American Legion Post #180, 1011 Kansas, Great Bend – 620-793-5912 American Legion Auxiliary American Legion Riders Sons of the American Legion American Legion Post #320, 117 E. Santa Fe Blvd. , Ellinwood – 620-564-3252 American Legion Auxiliary Sons of the American Legion American Legion Post #286, 204 N. Main, Hoisington – 620-653-4816 American Legion Auxiliary Sons of the American Legion Argonne Rebels, Inc., BINGO, Wed. 7:15 and Sun. 1:45 - 12th & Main.

Argonne All Stars Dance Team, Debbie Warren - 620-792-3827 A.R.M. (Arkansas River Muzzleloaders), Tim Wornkey, Ellinwood – 620-564-2066 Athenian Club, Judy Fox, Great Bend – 620-793-9702 Barton County Desk & Derrick Club, Carla Yahne, Great Bend – 620-793-8231 Meets second Thursday of the month, 6 p.m., at The Club at StoneRidge.

Barton County Historical Society, Beverly Komarek, P.O. Box 1091, Great Bend – 620-793-5125. Meets at the Museum at 7:30 p.m. the fourth Monday of the month. Check schedule for special dates. Check the website: www.bartoncountymuseum.org for changes or updates in meetings.

Barton County Association of Retired School Personnel, Dave Tinkler, 620-793-5989. Meets four times a year, call for meeting times.

Barton County Fair Friends, Barb Davenport – 620-792-2647 or 620-797-FAIR. Meet February through June on the first Monday of the month at Farmers Bank, 1614 Main.

Big Bend Bowhunters of Great Bend, Brian Tiede 620-792-3289 Call for info on monthly shoots.

Boy Scouts of America, Quivira Council – 888-750-0434 Bungalow FCE, Rebecca Dudrey 620-793-5603. Meets at 11:30 a.m. the second Monday (September-May) at the Highland Hotel.

Camp Hope, Gail Moeder, Great Bend – 620-793-9052 Central Kansas Photography Club, Marion Lightfoot, 793-8064 or Wendell 106

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Monday at 7:30 p.m. The Ladies Auxiliary Hickson, 620-792-7875, Great Bend – Meets meets the third Monday at 7:30 p.m. second Thursday of the month at CPI Girl Scouts of Kansas Heartland. MemEmployees Center, 1809 24th, Great Bend. bership Director, Dawn Sherwood, Salina Dues are $20.00 per year. office, 800-888-0872 Ext. 21. Troops are acCentral Kansas Piano Teachers League, tive during the school year, time and date of Rebecca Dudrey, – 620-793-5603 meeting times determined by troop leader.

Meets 1st Sunday of the month Golden Belt Amateur Radio Club, at 7:30 p.m. in members’ homes.

Carl Anderson – 620-793-2225 Central Kansas Threadbenders Quilt Meets 1st Thursday of every month.

Guild, Susan Gray – 620-792-4625. Meets the third Friday of the month at Presbyterian Golden Belt Community Concert Assoc., Church, 24th and Washington at 1 p.m.

Joe Boley – 620-793-7986. Professional Visitors welcome. musical entertainment brought to this area.

Cheyenne Stamp Club, Jim Cochrane, Golden Belt Wood Carvers, Barry P.O. Box 2009, Great Bend or Lonnie Wright Bowers, Great Bend – 620-793-6121. Meets – 620-982-4519. Meets second Sunday of on Wednesdays from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. and each month at North Main Pizza Hut, 2:30 Thursdays from 7 p.m.-9 p.m. at the Great p.m. In May they meet the first Sunday.

Bend Senior Center at 2005 Kansas.

Daughters of Isabella, Immaculate Golden Belt Model Railroaders Assoc., Conception Circle #744, Jeanie Hapes Box 2069, Great Bend. Meets 3rd Thursday of 620-564-3007. Great Bend, Ellinwood, the month at 7:30 p.m. at First United Hoisington, Olmitz, Claflin. A Catholic Methodist Church, 2123 Forest, Great Bend. women’s organization. Meets the second Ken Shelton, Hoisington – 620-653-2939, Monday of the month at St. Patrick’s Mark Orth, Great Bend – 620-792-5837, Parish Center, 4100 Broadway at 7 p.m.

Mary Jo Cunningham, Ellinwood Ducks Unlimited, 620-564-2242 Area Chairman,Trenton Suchy, Great Bend Community Theater, District Chairman, Charlie Suchy.

Warren Decker – 620-792-4228 Wildlife Conservation. Meets at Knights Great Bend Desk & Derrick, Sharon Hiss, of Columbus Hall in Great Bend on WednesGreat Bend – 620-792-4782. Meets the first days at 7 p.m. from August to October.

Thursday of the month at 7 pm at Bentley & Banquet is held in October Associates, 5710 Anchor Way, Great Bend. to raise funds for wetland Membership open to anyone who wants to enhancement. Annual youth learn more about petroleum, energy and education/fun day each September. allied industries. www.addc.org.

Ellinwood Community Historical Great Bend Garden Club, Society, Mary Jo Cunningham Nancy Swafford – 620-792-3297. Meets at 620-564-2242 10 am. the third Thursday (September - May) Ellinwood District Hospital Auxiliary, at the Extension Office, 1800 12th St. Jane Fertig, Ellinwood – 620-564-2973 Great Bend Military Moms, Ellinwood Garden Club, June Stephens Leslie (Halbower) Barrett, – 620-792-2838.

620-564-2852. Meets second Wednesday of Sending care packages to deployed military the month at 9:30 a.m. in members homes. troops. Facebook.com/militarymoms.

Ellinwood Public Education and Library Great Bend Rotary Club, Meets each Foundation, 300 N. Schiller, Monday at noon at Highland Hotel, South Ellinwood – 620-564-3226 Heritage Room, Great Bend. – 620-793-8583 Elks Lodge, Great Bend, or 620-793-6290. Founded in 1923.

1120 Kansas – 620-793-3651. Bingo Great Bend Saddle Club, every Monday and Friday at 7:15 p.m.

Tammy Komarek – 620-786-9394.

Epsilon Sigma Alpha/Beta Nu, In existence for 60 years, the goal is to Kathie Keller – 620-793-6397 promote good horsemanship throughout the Epsilon Delta Tau, area. Active in play days, horse shows, Lisa Baum – 620-793-6437 trail rides and parades.

Etudion Club, Habitat for Humanity, Barton County Louise Gunn – 620-793-9568 Sister Judith Lindell, 620-792-1232 email Meets the 2nd Thursday of the month HabitatBartonCounty@hotmail.com or FCE, Family Community Education Facebook.com/BartonCountyHabitat Units, Six active units in Barton County.

Hoisington Community Historical These groups meet monthly for educaSociety, 120 E. 2nd, Hoisington, tional programs and provide many hours of Lois Hickey – 620-653-2514 community service. For more information Hoisington Knights of Columbus contact Donna Krug, 1800 12th, Council 1521, Hoisington, Richard Lacey, Great Bend. – 620-793-1910 Box 149, Hoisington, Ks. – 620-653-4929 First Step Recycling, a Division of SunMeets the second Monday of the month flower Diversified’s Services, Sarah Krom, at 7:30 p.m. at the Hoisington Knights of 1010 Hubbard, Great Bend – 620-792-1321 Columbus Hall at 114 N. Main, Hoisington.

Fraternal Order of the Eagles, 1024 Main, Great Bend – 620-792-4582. Meets the third See Clubs & Organizations, 107

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Club & Organizations, from page 106 Hoisington Masonic Lodge, Orville Weeks – 620-792-9015 HR Chapter of PEO, Jan Keeley 620-792-7029. Meets at 7 p.m. the 2nd Monday of the month, evenings, in members’ homes.

Independent Order of Odd Fellows Valley Lodge #95, Ron Kirmer 620-792-3104, Ken Edgett 620-793-5605 Meet every Thursday evening at 7 p.m. upstairs at 2025 Forest (back stairwell at rear of Completely Kids).

Kans for Kids Fighting Cancer Foundation, PO Box 178, Hoisington 620-653-2210. kans4kids@ruraltel.net, www.kans4kidsfoundation.org Organization provides funding and emotional support for Barton County children 18 years of age or younger, undergoing treatment for cancer.

Kiwanis Club of Great Bend, Barb Conrade. Noon on Wednesdays at the Heritage Room of the Highland Hotel and Convention Center, 3017 10th, Great Bend.

LEAD, Janell Rose, 1300 Kansas – 620-793-1902 League of Women Voters, Rose Kelly – 620-792-2821. Meets for lunch and program on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at The Club at StoneRidge, 24th and Frey, Great Bend.

Lions Club - Claflin - Lois Krier, 620-792-9922, meet the fourth Monday, Claflin Community Center.

Lions Club - Evening - Great Bend, Kevin Wondra – 620-793-2564. Meets 1st & 3rd Mondays at 6:30 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 2400 Washington, Great Bend.

Lions Club - Noon - Great Bend, Dianne Morse – 620-792-5535. Meets each Tuesday at noon at the Highland Hotel, 3017 10th, Great Bend.

Mid America Mopars Car Club, Gary or Daryl Hertel – 620-792-5105.

Open to all models and makes of cars membership dues required. Meets on the 1st Wednesday of month. Car show on the first Sunday in May, awards are presented for 12 classes of vehicles. Contact P.O.Box 1725 if interested in joining.

Morrison-McFadden VFW Auxiliary, Pearl White, Great Bend – 620-793-7230 Mu Kappa Chapter Beta Sigma Phi, Denise Jahay – 620-564-2746 National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association (Chapter 1709 of NARFE), Charles Waknitz – 620-792-5473 Meets at noon the second Thursday of the month (September - May) at The Club at StoneRidge, 24th and Frey, Great Bend.

Olde Tyme Towne Band, Joe Boley, Great Bend – 620-793-7986 Optimist of Great Bend, Kyle Roberts, Great Bend – 620-792-3504 Parnassus Club, Arlene Whittaker 620-793-8544. Meets the second Tuesday of each month at members’ homes.

PEO Chapter DU, Linda Marmie – 620-792-4161 PEO Chapter FS, Margie Nairn, Great Bend – 620-793-3932 PEO Chapter HR, Jan Keeley 620-792-7029. Meets at 7 p.m. the 2nd Monday of the month, evenings, in members’ homes.

PEO Chapter IV, Jan Bodine 620-793-5142 Pilot Club, Betty Schneider 620-793-3181. Meets 1st and 3rd Tuesday at Noon at the Classic Inn, Great Bend. The mission of the Pilot Club of Great Bend, Kansas is to improve the quality of life in the community. The goal of this organization is to achieve universal awareness and prevention of brain-related disorders and disabilities.

Progress Study Club, Pat Halbower 620-793-7958.

Meets at 1:15 p.m. the first Monday, October - May, usually in members’ homes. This women’s organization was founded in 1896.

Riverbend Five Dixieland Band, Joe Boley – 620-793-7986 Rosewood Roots & Wings Foundation, 384 N. Washington, Great Bend 620-793-5888, ext. 104. Non-Profit organization helping fund the medical, educational, instructional, therapeutic and

recreational needs of clients through fundraising events, donations and grant-writing. www.rosewoodservices.com Rotary Club of Ellinwood, Kent Roth, 620-564-2090 RSVP, Retired and Senior Volunteer Program, Donna Baugh, 1025 Main, Great Bend 620-792-1614. Proactive volunteer clearing house that recruits and connects active adults 55 years of age and older with a variety of volunteer opportunities.

Society of Creative Anachronism, www.sca.org or http://groups.yahoo.com/group/westumbria/.

SRCA (Sunflower Rod & Custom), Hank Denning, 909-226-7135, www.srcadragstrip.com.

Surrendered Family Ministries, Inc., P.O. Box 1546, Great Bend – 620-793-0698 Michelle Gwin, President.

Surrenderedfamilyministries.org.

Tri Circle Club, Lynda Wood, 620-564-2278 Tri Circle Duplicate Bridge Club, Sharon Erwin – 620-793-5214. Every Friday at the Rec Center in Great Bend at 1 p.m.

Open to the public.

Twisted Stitchers, Pam Atteberry – 620-587-3610. Meets 3rd Wed. of the month, except Dec., at 7 p.m. in Claflin High School cafeteria.

United Way of Barton County, Julie Smith, 1125 Williams, Great Bend 620-792-2403 Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 3111, 504 Washington, Great Bend – 620-792-2754 Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 7428, 256 S. Main, Hoisington – 620-653-7371 Vintage Wheels Antique Car Club, Inc., Brock McPherson – 620-793-3420. Meets the first Tuesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the Midwest Energy, Inc. meeting room, 1025 Patton Road, Great Bend.

Xi Delta Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi, Nancy Sundahl – 620-793-5894 Zoological Society of Great Bend, Scott Gregory – 620-793-4226

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Catch-A-Ride General Public Transportation 792-7797 The Great Bend Municipal Airport is located three miles west of Great Bend.

Commercial air service to Denver is provided by Great Lakes Airlines (flygreatlakes.com). The airport provides both full service and self-service aviation fuels, flight instruction and aircraft maintenance services, hangar rentals, car rental by Enterprise, and free parking. The industrial park located east of the runways boasts 300 acres of available ground for future development.

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