September 07, 2018
Story by Micah Oelze
Comic books and graphic novels have made a resurgence thanks to the success of the Marvel Universe movies. In the Shafer Art Gallery’s next exhibit, “Beyond Words: Visual Narratives from the Block Book to the Graphic Novel”, visitors will explore the rich history of graphic novels dating back toward the end of the middle ages.
September 5, 2018
Story and photo by Brandon Steinert
Barton Community College will offer transitioning Fort Riley 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 for September 17-28 at 100 Continental Ave, Grandview Plaza, which is just north of I-70 at exit 299.
September 4, 2018
Story and photos by Brandon Steinert
The proceeds from items sold, underwriters, program ads and ticket sales netted more than $40,000 at the 40th Annual Big Benefit Auction in late August, which was themed “Clownin’ Around.” Funds raised benefit students directly through scholarships and program enhancements at Barton Community College.
Executive Director of Institutional Advancement Coleen Cape said she feels fortunate to have reached the foundation's goal.
Great Bend Tribune
Published September 2, 2018
August 31, 2018
Story by Micah Oelze
Barton Community College’s Center for Adult Education will soon begin its nine-week GED preparation class. Students must attend all orientation classes Sept. 10-13, and the first day of class Sept. 17. Failure to attend all five days will result in removal of the student from the program. The center is located at 1025 Main St. in Great Bend.
There is a one-time $65 fee for materials. Once students have completed the preparation courses, they will be able to take the official GED test. The cost to take the GED test is $132.
August 28, 2018
Story by Micah Oelze
Courtesy Photo
Mantz was one of 280 community college students from across the U.S. (one of five from Kansas) to be part of the NASA College Aerospace Scholars (NCAS) on-site experience at NASA’s Johnson Space Center this summer.
“Since I was little, I have always been fascinated by the stars and caught myself wondering what is out there,” Barton Community College Sophomore Raley Mantz said.
August 24, 2018
Story and photos by Micah Oelze
Barton County Upward Bound (BCUB) harvested 3,267 vegetables through the first season of its community garden. The project began with BCUB’s student-run leadership committee which allows students to generate ideas for activities and events for the year.
August 20, 2018
Story by Micah Oelze
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Shielded Metal Arc Welding classes will be offered 6-9 p.m. on Wednesday evenings at Lyons High School beginning on Wednesday, August 22 and will conclude on December 12. Timothy Slupski, an experienced welder of more than 20 years, will teach the class. The total cost of the course is $336.
Great Bend Tribune
Part I
Published August 19, 2018
First as usual, a drought update is in order and it will be brief. The state is essentially the same as last week. Remember any rainfall after last Tuesday at 8 am isn’t included and some significant rains east of here should have helped. Now on to today’s topic – Agriculture and Society.
August 13, 2018
Story by Micah Oelze
The Barton Planetarium will host nine free evening programs this fall, Barton including an all-new line-up of movies never shown at the Barton Planetarium before.
The following programs will run from 7-8 p.m. on Monday evenings:
