Ellinwood Police Department

04/10/2026

02/19/2026

Preserving Barton County History: Remembering the Legacy of Sheriff George Moses

During this week’s meeting, Barton County Sheriff Brian Bellendir shared a meaningful piece of local history and a personal goal that reflects the County’s deep roots and longstanding traditions of service.

Bellendir spoke about George Moses, the first Sheriff of Barton County. Moses was appointed to the position in the early days of the County’s formation, during a time when railroads were pushing west and communities across Kansas were just beginning to take shape. Before serving as Sheriff, Moses worked as a guide along the expanding rail lines and later became involved with the town company that helped establish the City of Great Bend.

The Moses family played an important role in Barton County’s early development, contributing to local industry and community life. Sheriff Moses himself was also a Civil War veteran, carrying with him the experiences and responsibilities of a nation in transition into the challenges of building a new community on the frontier.

As part of preserving that legacy, Bellendir shared that he is working to bring Sheriff Moses’s original C**t revolver back to Barton County to place it on public display in the courthouse so residents and visitors can experience this piece of local history firsthand.

Bellendir noted that artifacts connected to Sheriff Moses and his service represent more than individual history—they tell the story of Barton County’s earliest days, its leadership, and the people who helped lay its foundation. Preserving those pieces of history helps connect current residents to the generations who came before them.

As he reflected on his time in office, Bellendir shared that honoring the legacy of those who served before him is an important part of Barton County’s story and something he hopes future generations can continue to learn from and appreciate.
The discussion served as a reminder that Barton County’s history is not only found in books and records, but also in the people, stories, and legacies that continue to shape the community today.

01/09/2026

All Barton County Law Enforcement — INA Alert would like to treat you to a FREE meal in honor of National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. 🚓💙
A huge thank you to Nick and INA for appreciating our LEOs and all they do for our communities.

📍 Today only
⏰ Open 10:30–2:00 & 4:00–8:00 PM

We are grateful to be a small part of showing that appreciation!

01/01/2026

Update: Owner Found.

Female with no tags found in the 500 blk of W 3rd. Please contact the Ellinwood Police Department at 620-793-1920 if you recognize her. 

11/24/2025

Do you feel the need to stay up all night and always know what’s going on? We have the job for you. Barton County is looking for high-level multi-taskers open to working with citizens in emergency situations and with first responders……from a safe distance. Our well-trained communications officers receive and dispatch messages to emergency service professionals. It’s shift work and includes weekends and holidays. You’ll need to pass a security background. Bilingual applicants encouraged to apply.

Starting pay no less than $17.50 per hour. Expect a pay increase at the end of a successful provisional period. Includes a $2,500 signing bonus paid at the end of successful training period. Barton County also offers paid leave time to include health, dental and vision insurance, KPERS retirement and more.

All County positions require a minimum of a High School diploma or GED with the ability to pass a drug screen and pre-employment physical assessment.

Apply on-line at bartoncounty.org, Employment Opportunities, or pick up an application at the Barton County Courthouse, Suite 108, Great Bend, Kansas. Position open until filled. EOE See less

10/04/2025

MAY THEY REST IN PEACE: As of October 3, four Kansas law enforcement officers have died in the line of duty in 2025.

💙Sergeant Scott Heimann
City of Hays Police and Fire
End of Watch: September 28, 2025

💙Officer Hunter Simoncic
Kansas City Kansas Police Department - KCKPD
End of Watch: August 26, 2025.

💙Deputy Elijah Ming
Wyandotte County Sheriff's Office
End of Watch: July 26, 2025

💙Deputy Brandon Gaede
Phillips County KS Sheriff's Office
End of Watch: June 27, 2025.

09/11/2025

Never forget 🇺🇸

09/08/2025

Do you feel the need to stay up all night and always know what’s going on? We have the job for you. Barton County is looking for high-level multi-taskers open to working with citizens in emergency situations and with first responders……from a safe distance. Our well-trained communications officers receive and dispatch messages to emergency service professionals. It’s shift work and includes weekends and holidays. You’ll need to pass a security background. Bilingual applicants encouraged to apply.

Starting pay no less than $17.50 per hour. Expect a pay increase at the end of a successful provisional period. Includes a $2,500 signing bonus paid at the end of successful training period. Barton County also offers paid leave time to include health, dental and vision insurance, KPERS retirement and more.

All County positions require a minimum of a High School diploma or GED with the ability to pass a drug screen and pre-employment physical assessment.

Apply on-line at bartoncounty.org, Employment Opportunities, or pick up an application at the Barton County Courthouse, Suite 108, Great Bend, Kansas. Position open until filled. EOE