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Great Bend Tribune
Published December 16, 2018

First, the weather outlook from December 19^th to the 23^rd.  There is a very strong chance for above normal temperatures and below normal precipitation.  The outlook from the 21^st to the 27^th is calling for above normal temperatures and for precipitation to be slightly above normal to normal which means not much.  So if you want a want Christmas you are probably out of luck.  However, if you are travelling in the region, you are probably in luck.  Time will tell.

December 14, 2018
Story and photo by Brandon Steinert

Barton Community College will offer transitioning Fort Sill, Okla. Soldiers, and family members with DOD ID cards, a grant-funded two-week certificate program at no cost to participants.

The Hazardous Waste Worker (HWW) program gives Soldiers credentials to help them find work after their tenure in the US Army ends. The next course is set from Jan. 28 through Feb. 8 at the Truman Education Center B3281.

December 12, 2018
Story by Brandon Steinert

Local thespians are invited to audition for the Barton Community College Theatre Department’s production of Neil Simon’s “Rumors”. Open auditions are set for 4-6 p.m. January 7 and 8 in the Fine Arts Auditorium on campus. No proparation is necessary.  

Performances will be held March 1-3, 2019.

For more information, contact Theatre Director Dr. Rick Abel at (620) 792-9333 or abelr@bartonccc.edu.

December 12, 2018
Story by Brandon Steinert and Coleen Cape
Photo by Megan White

Barton Community College’s Steinway grand piano was recently returned to its home in the Dorothy Moses Morrison Chapel on campus after spending almost a year in New York City being totally refurbished at the Steinway Company. It once again graces the stage in the chapel. The project was made possible by a grant from the Dorothy Morrison Foundation.

December 11, 2018
Story by Brandon Steinert

Barton Community College offices will close for holiday break Wednesday, December 19.  All offices will reopen Wednesday, Jan. 2.  Spring semester classes will begin Monday, Jan. 7.

Great Bend Tribune
Published December 9, 2018

December 5, 2018
Story and portrait by Brandon Steinert

When Director of Nursing Robert Mangold walks into work at The University of Kansas Health Systems Pawnee Valley Campus, he’s not just trading his time for a paycheck, dealing with the daily grind. He’s beginning yet another shift in a role that challenges him to be present for others as the best human being he can be, showing care, compassion and empathy mixed with just the right amount of professionalism.

Great Bend Tribune
Published December 2, 2018

First, it is becoming obvious that for the first time in several years the area is experiencing and “active” weather pattern.  Active translates into a more unsettled weather pattern where lows (storms) will tend to track further south and moisture will be brought north from the Gulf of Mexico.  It will be interesting to see just how “active” this pattern will be and how much snow/ice comes our way.  Now onto to today’s topic.

November 28, 2018
Story by Brandon Steinert

The Barton Fine and Performing Arts students invite the community to enjoy nostalgic holiday themed entertainment at its annual Holiday Variety Show at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 3 in the Fine Arts Auditorium. 

“The Holiday Concert is a great way to end the semester with the college students and a great concert for everyone in the community to bring in the holiday spirit,” Director of Instrumental Activities Steven Lueth said.

November 28, 2018
Story by Brandon Steinert

All ages can get a dose of the holiday spirit at The Shafer Art Gallery’s Holiday Open House from 1-4 p.m.  Sunday, Dec. 2, which will feature a magic show by Mystic Works Comedic Magician Eric Vaughn at 1:30 p.m. and a puppet show from the Stonelion Puppet Theatre at 2:30 p.m. Admission is free. 

The event is packed with the following attractions: