Harvesting is winding down for most and wheat planting pretty well wrapped up.  Many non-ag types think that now producers can take a break. 

Old West history expert Gary Kraisinger stopped by the Cohen Center for Kansas History in the Barton Community College Library in early October to research for an upcoming book he is working on with his wife Mary.

Barton Theatre’s Barton Bards troupe, in conjunction with the Great Bend Community Theatre will present a live, “old-fashioned” radio show presentation of “A Christmas Story,” by Jean Shepard at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 5 at the Crest Theater, 1905 Lakin Ave., in Great Bend. Admission is free as a gift to the community.

Last week’s column discussed the high nitrate concentration found in private wells in our area.  High nitrate concentrations are a very real health concern for everybody by especially for young children and people with certain health conditions. 

Barton Community College’s Center for Adult Education will soon begin another nine-week session of classes.

Author of kid-friendly books, “Kate the Chemist: The Big Book of Experiments” and “Dragons vs. Unicorns,” Dr. Kate Biberdorf, will be the keynote speaker at the 19th Annual Jack Kilby Science Technology Engineering and Math (STEM) Day (JKSD) .

Science Interactive, a leader in supporting effective online science education, announced its 2023 Interactive Science Educator Award winners. In its inaugural year, this awards program recognizes innovative educators who are positively impacting student success and advancing online science education.

The Central Kansas Community Choir (CKCC) will perform its holiday concert featuring uplifting vocal selections at 3 p.m. Dec. 3 at the First Presbyterian Church 2400 Washington St., in Great Bend.

The Barton Performing Arts Department invites the community to enjoy nostalgic, holiday-themed entertainment at its annual holiday concert at 7:30 p.m., Dec. 1 in the Fine Arts Auditorium.