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Barton Conservation District to offer cover crop sign-up assistance day
From the Barton County Conservation District... The Barton County Conservation District, in cooperation with the Kansas Association of Conservation Districts, will host a sign-up event on Monday, July 8 from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. to assist farmers with applications for cover crop transition programs. These programs provide technical and financial assistance to reduce risk involved in adding cover crops to an existing rotation. Conservation experts will be available to answer questions. Programs will include but will not be limited to Farmers for Soil Health and Re:generations.
Barton Ag Instructor Dr. Vic Martin - Summer 2024 Weather and Crop Outlook
The drought monitor report as of Tuesday, June 25 shows a bit of backsliding in drought conditions overall for the state. The percentage of the state totally out of dry conditions decreased from 44.5% to 39%, however, the percentage in moderate and severe drought decreased. Our area ranges from abnormally dry to a sliver of severe drought. The six to ten-day outlook (July 2 to 6) indicates a 50 to 70% chance of likely above normal temperatures and leaning from normal to a bit above normal for precipitation. The eight to fourteen-day outlook (July 4 to 10) indicates a 50 to 70% chance of likely above normal for temperatures and a continued 33 to 40% chance of leaning above normal precipitation. The area really needs above normal precipitation with some corn in the area already tasseling and silking. Soybeans are also preparing to take off and soon begin flowering, entering their peak water usage soon.
Barton County Sheriff's booking activity (6/27)
BOOKED: Leatrice Christie on Barton County District Court warrant, to serve sentence. BOOKED: Frederick Kopke on Barton County District Court warrant for Failure to Appear, bond set at $10,000 C/S. BOOKED: Lindsay Turner on Barton County District Court warrant for Failure to Appear, bond set at $1,000 C/S. RELEASED: Phillip...
Great Bend, Kansas – Barton County
Great Bend is a vibrant community of approximately 14,000 residents, characterized by its progressive spirit and small-town charm. With a strong commitment to enhancing quality of life, Great Bend has embarked on an array of ambitious projects, from infrastructure upgrades to innovative recreation facilities. In the words of City Administrator, Brandon Anderson, “We want to make Great Bend the best it can be.” It is this proactive approach, combined with forward-thinking initiatives, that makes Great Bend an attractive home for families and businesses alike.
Barton County Sheriff's booking activity (6/26)
BOOKED: Chantel Poppelreiter on Barton County District Court case for Aggravated Assault and Domestic Battery, bond set at $20,000 C/S. BOOKED: Richard Gonzales on Barton County District Court case for Driving While Suspended, bond set at $1,000 C/S. BOOKED: William Dunn on Barton County District Court warrant for Failure to...
Barton Co. firefighters receive over $159,000 from KS Dept. of Insurance
Kansas Insurance Commissioner Vicki Schmidt announced that the Kansas Department of Insurance has made its annual distribution to local Firefighter Relief Associations (FRAs). Pursuant to the Kansas Firefighters Relief Act, $18,912,365.52 has been distributed among 553 local FRAs throughout the state. Of those funds, $159,606.40 has been distributed among eight...
Cop Shop (6/27)
Barton County Sheriff’s Office incident log (6/27) At 10:36 a.m. an animal complaint was reported at 10th & Washington. At 10:58 p.m. the K-9 was called out to NE 50 Avenue & E. K-4 Highway in Hoisington. At 11:17 p.m. the K-9 was called out to 250 S. Main...
On the Record for June 27th, 2024
Great Bend Emergency Medical Service made seven ambulance runs on Wednesday. Firefighters responded to a vehicle fire, the fire was extinguished upon arrival. Great Bend Emergency Medical Service made four ambulance runs on Thursday. Great Bend Police. A narcotics violation was reported at 2:07 p.m. Wednesday in the 1700 block...
Family Crisis Center in search of funds after drastic cut to federal grant
Public taxing entities are preparing their budgets for next year. Tuesday morning, the Barton County Commission heard from several outside agencies that are requesting funds for next year's budgets. Kylee Graves, executive director at the Family Crisis Center in Great Bend, said she has never had to ask local governments for help funding her agency in the past.
NWS-Wichita issues heat advisory from noon to 8 p.m. today
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a heat advisory effective from noon to 8 p.m. CDT on Friday, June 28, 2024. The advisory includes numerous counties and cities across central, south-central, and southeast Kansas. Residents in the following areas should prepare for extreme heat conditions: Russell, Lincoln, Barton, Ellsworth,...
Barton Co. Clerk: Special session in Topeka resulting in paperwork delays
A decision out of the Kansas state legislature's special session on June 18 was good for taxpayers, but not necessarily good for taxing entities and county clerks across the state. As taxing entities work to finalize budgets for next year, an increase to the school tax exemption from $42,049 to $75,000 was passed last Tuesday. Barton County Clerk Bev Schmeidler said that information was not made available to clerk's offices that send out the paperwork for those budgets until several days later.
Barton Co. Health Dept. taking lab services to Expo II Thursday morning
An Expo II building full of commercial exhibitors is expected at the Barton County Fair from June 27-29. A special guest Thursday morning will be staff from the Barton County Health Department as part of the Be Well Barton County Health Fair. Health Department Director Karen Winkelman said lab services will be offered from 7:30 to 9 a.m. that morning.
Cop Shop (6/25)
Barton County Sheriff’s Office incident log (6/25) At 5:$3 a.m. a missing person/runaway was reported in Hoisington. At 11:09 a.m. an animal complaint was reported at MM 196 on W. US 56 Highway. Structure Fire. At 11:48 a.m. a structure fire was reported at 1300 Stone Street. Non-Injury Accident.
Barton Commission approves design work on bridge east of Great Bend
The Walnut and Dry Walnut Creeks wind their way across Northeast 20 Avenue approximately one mile east of the 24th and Frey Street intersection in Great Bend. The result is two small bridges on the gravel road. Tuesday morning, Barton County Engineer Barry McManaman approached the county commission for approval to begin the replacement of Off-System Bridge No. 189.
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