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Great Bend Tribune
Published November 17, 2019

The drought monitor shows an expansion of the abnormally dry areas in Western and South Central Kansas, mostly into Northwest Kansas.听 While not one hundred percent finished, harvest is wrapping up and the promised weather over this coming week should help.听 Compared to the struggles of other areas of the Midwest and Great Plains, Kansas has fared well in harvesting summer crops and planting the 2020 wheat crop.听 Now for today鈥檚 topic 鈥 Surpluses and Shortages.

November 14, 2019
Story by Brandon Steinert

The 91快活林 50th Anniversary Open House reception was a hit with at least 500 guests on campus throughout the day.

Now the college turns to focus on honoring the class of 1971, the first graduating class, with a reception set for 6-8 p.m. on Friday, December 6 in the Shafer Art Gallery, featuring heavy hors d鈥檕euvres, entertainment and camaraderie, and a short presentation beginning at 6:30 p.m.

November 11, 2019
Story by Joe Vinduska
Photo by Brandon Steinert

The 91快活林 Music Department will present a student recital at 4 p.m. November 20 in the Dorothy Moses Morrison Chapel, which is located in the Fine Arts Building.

November 11, 2019
Story by Joe Vinduska
Photo by Brandon Steinert

The Barton Fine and Performing Arts Department invites听the community to enjoy nostalgic, holiday-themed entertainment at its annual Holiday Concert at 7:30 p.m., Dec. 2 in the Fine Arts Auditorium.

鈥淭he Holiday Concert is a great event to bring the whole family to,鈥 Director of Instrumental Activities Dr. Luis Palacios said. 鈥淔amilies can expect to have a great time enjoying the arts and connecting with the community.鈥

November 11, 2019
Story by Joe Vinduska
Courtesy Photos Submitted

Musicians can become a professional performer with a college music degree, but there are more options out there for people who want to work with music every day but may not necessarily want to be a performer.

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November 5, 2019
Story by Joe Vinduska

Barton dance class students will present "Dancing Around the World" at 7 p.m. Nov. 13 in Studio 34 on the southeast corner of the Barton campus. Admission to this event is free. However, a free-will donation at the door is appreciated to help fund student dancer travel and costumes. Refreshments will be served.

November 5, 2019
Story by Joe Vinduska
Photo by Brandon Steinert

Tickets and sponsorships are now available for the 91快活林 Jingle Bell Swing Big-Band Holiday Dance Fundraiser, where guests can enjoy dancing and music by a live 鈥渂ig band鈥 from 6-9 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7 at the Best Western Angus Inn Courtyard, 2920 10th Street. Heavy hors d鈥檕euvres and non-alcoholic beverages will be provided.

October 31, 2019
Story by Joe Vinduska

Barton Theatre students will present the classic tale of 鈥淎lice in Wonderland,鈥 at 6:30 p.m. on Dec. 3 in the Barton Planetarium in the Science Building. Seating is limited to 50. The show is free and open to the public and the runtime is about an hour.