May 10, 2017
Story by Micah Oelze
The Barton Community College Theatre Department will host open auditions for its upcoming summer performance of “The Contrast” 4-6:30 p.m. May 17 and 18 in the Fine Arts Auditorium.
“The Contrast” is a musical based on the first American comedy of the same name written in 1787 by Royall Tyler. “The Contrast” takes a satirical look at the first Americans working to define American culture while still living and enjoying the British lifestyle.
Great Bend Tribune
Published May 7, 2017
There is a great deal happening this time of year. Classes at Barton Community College are over and it is finals and graduation week. Area schools are in the home stretch. A blizzard this past week in western Kansas hurt an already disease stressed wheat crop. Heavy rains in our area have delayed corn planting and input application. One event that likely passed under the radar was the Tractor Safety Class conducted by Barton County Extension Office.
May 6, 2017
Story and photo by Brandon Steinert
Students of Barton Community College’s first responder programs stepped out of the classroom to test their skills in life-like emergency scenarios during Field Ops Day on Saturday.
May 4, 2017
Story by Micah Oelze
When preparing to enter a confined space, safety is always on the forefront of a worker’s mind as they make sure every precaution and protocol are followed precisely.
May 4, 2017
Story and photo by Micah Oelze
Barton Community College President Dr. Carl Heilman gave offered words of hope and opportunity to the inmates at the Larned Correctional Mental Health Facility (LCMHF).
“That is the beauty of education,” Heilman said. “Education gives you opportunities to move forward. As you receive these pieces of paper, think about what opportunities lie ahead for you.”
May 1, 2017
Story by Micah Oelze
Courtesy Photos
Barton Community College will host its 10th annual Sidewalk Art Contest May 3 and 4 on the sidewalk outside the Shafer Art Gallery.
The contest is open to Barton students and local high school students. Artists can register and pick up their free chalk at the Shafer Gallery between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. on either of the two days. Artists must have their work completed by 4 p.m. Wednesday, May 4.
April 26, 2017
Story and photos by Micah Oelze
Barton art students received recognition at this year’s Barton Student Exhibition at the Shafer Gallery on April 21. This exhibit will run through May 12. Those interested in experiencing the art can visit the Shafer Gallery 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Saturday.