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03/20/2025

Blizzard?? What blizzard?? The spring equinox occurs at 4:01 a.m. on Thursday so now we turn the page to SPRING!!? Kansas!!!😁

Warm and dry conditions will return to southwest Kansas on Thursday as southwest winds increase to the 15 to 25 mph range by early afternoon. As the southwest winds increase, the afternoon humidity values will fall back to the 10 to 15% range west of Highway 83. This will result in critical fire weather conditions. A Red Flag Warning is in effect for Thursday afternoon.

03/19/2025

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Drag out the craziest socks you have, and join us for "Lots of Socks" day to help raise awareness for Down syndrome!

03/19/2025

Road Update—5pm

03/19/2025

Update….7:48am!!

03/19/2025

**UPDATE**

WEATHER UPDATE (2:30 A.M., 3/19/25): We are receiving numerous reports of power outages, low visibility, and other weather-related hazards and concerns across town. Crews are aware and working to restore power to affected areas as quickly as possible - please do not call 911 to report any outages. High Wind and Blizzard Warnings remain in effect for Finney County through much of Wednesday. Keep an eye on the weather and use extra caution if you must venture out.

ACTUALIZACIÓN DEL TIEMPO (2:30 a. m., 19/3/25): Estamos recibiendo numerosos reportes de cortes de energía, baja visibilidad y otros peligros y preocupaciones relacionados con el clima en toda la ciudad. Los equipos están al tanto y trabajando para restablecer el suministro eléctrico en las zonas afectadas lo antes posible. Por favor, no llame al 911 para reportar cortes de energía. Las advertencias de vientos fuertes y ventisca permanecen vigentes en el condado de Finney durante gran parte del miércoles. Esté atento al clima y tenga mucho cuidado si debe salir.

03/18/2025

Latest update from the NWS….

Strong northwest winds will develop behind a cold front which will cross western Kansas overnight. As these strong winds develop...areas of light snow will be possible after midnight. The snow will become more widespread between 4 am and 11 am. These conditions will result in widespread blowing snow. Near blizzard conditions will be possible from the strong gusty winds north of K96, especially between 4am and 10am.

03/18/2025

Prepare for more wind with blowing dust & blowing snow a possibility around here. 💨

***This post is no longer current***

Winds will start picking up today, really hit their stride overnight and tomorrow morning, before gradually slowing tomorrow afternoon. While we're not expecting a heavy snow, these very strong winds may cause blowing dust this afternoon and will cause blowing snow overnight into tomorrow.

03/17/2025

Ahhh…don’t get pinched!!!☘️🇮🇪😃

03/16/2025

Tis the season…☃️😳

Confidence has begun to increase on an impactful winter storm for portions of southwest Kansas late Tuesday evening into Wednesday morning. Uncertainty remains with the exact intensity of precipitation, but it does look like there is potential for heavy, wind driven snow. Greatest chance for these impacts will be along and north of Kansas Route 96. This is an evolving forecast, check back for updates!

03/13/2025

⚠️WARNING⚠️

Who ordered more wind!??💨😖

Finney County has been placed under a High Wind Warning from 11:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m.Friday!!

03/11/2025

😀It’s THIS weekend!!!!! The Better Home, Living & Farm Show!!!! 2 Fun Days & so many Great Vendors & Free admission!!!!!!😀🤠

03/04/2025

🚨Be careful!!! With the dirt blowing and various debris flying around could be tricky at times so drive safely with this High Wind Warning in effect Now!!🚨

02/20/2025

🥶🥶🥶Snowday🥶🥶🥶

School Community,
Due to the record-breaking windchill temperatures forecasted for tomorrow morning, we will not be having school on Thursday, February 20, 2025. Bright Beginnings Childcare will also be closed.

However, because forecasts indicate warmer temperatures later Thursday and into Friday, we are planning to be back in school on Friday (Feb 21,2025) at the regular start time.

Thank you!

02/20/2025

🥶🥶🥶Snowday🥶🥶🥶

❄️ SCHOOL CANCELED TOMORROW DUE TO EXTREME COLD ❄️

Garden City Public Schools will be closed tomorrow, February 20th, due to dangerously low temperatures and wind chills. The safety of our students and staff always comes first, and with extreme cold in the forecast, it is simply too dangerous for travel and outdoor exposure. There will be no school on Friday, February 21st, for a teacher inservice and workday.

🔹 No school for students and certified staff on Thursday, February 20th
🔹 District offices will remain open

Please stay safe, stay warm, and avoid prolonged time outside. We’ll keep you updated if any additional changes are needed. See you Monday!

02/19/2025

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