The drought monitor report as of Tuesday, April 18 indicates continued expansion of exceptional drought further east and along the southern counties, even with the scattered rains. 

Those seeking a credential as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) have the chance do so at no charge thanks to a generous anonymous donor and a collaboration between Barton Community College, Good Samaritan of Ellsworth, and an anonymous charitable donor.

Those wanting to help save lives and be a part of a vital industry can apply for Barton’s Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) and Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) programs now through July 31.

Barton student and volleyball player Molly Norris knows what it takes to be a top-tier athlete, and as an ambassador for the academic integrity virtue of fairness, she’s learned that many of the same positive ideas that guide her on the court, also apply in the classroom.

Six students from Barton Community College in the Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Honor Society were recognized as members of the PTK All-State Academic team during an award luncheon on Friday at the Courtyard by Marriott in Junction City.  

The drought monitor report as of Tuesday, April 11 indicates continued expansion of exceptional drought further east and along the southern counties. 

Nine Barton Community College students have spent the last semester working with students at Ellinwood Grade School (EGS) as part of the new after-school “STEM Buddies” program, which includes various activities, games, and of course, snacks.

Barton’s Dance Department will host the “Moving in the Heartland” Dance Festival at 7 p.m. April 27 and 28 in the Fine Arts Auditorium.

Easter egg hunts are an exciting part of the spring holiday that provide fun and excitement for children, but for young people with visual impairments, these contests are more challenging to enjoy.

The Barton Music Department will host the Endowment Concert, a fundraiser for music student scholarships, at 7:30 p.m. May 9 in the Fine Arts Auditorium.