Hutchinson News

Kansas Flags to be Flown at Half-Staff to Honor Former Congresswoman Martha Keys

Friday, February 7

Kansas flags have been directed by Governor Laura Kelly to be flown at half-staff from sunup to sundown on Monday, Feb. 10, 2025, in honor of former Congresswoman Martha Keys. The directive is in accordance with Executive Order #20-30.“As the second woman to... Read More.

Dillons Marketplace in Hutchinson to Undergo Store Renovation

Friday, February 7

Newly remodeled store to offer customers a fresh new look at one-stop shopping HUTCHINSON, Kan. (February 5, 2025) — Officials at Dillon Stores have announced renovation plans for their location at 3200 Plaza E Dr, Hutchinson, Kan. 67502 to provide customers with even more of... Read More.

Hutchinson Man Charged with First Degree Murder and Arson Connected to Fire that Killed Woman, Child

Thursday, February 6

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Wendell Payton was read formal charges Thursday morning in Reno County District Court in connection with last Saturday's fire at a residence in the 1000 block of East 3rd in Hutchinson that killed two people.The complaint filed by District Attorney Tom... Read More.

HutchCC Barbering to Begin Classes Feb.10

Thursday, February 6

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Community College is excited to announce the opening of its new Barbering School, offering students the opportunity to gain a comprehensive education in the art and science of barbering. Located at 200 E. 3rd Ave. in Hutchinson, the school will... Read More.

Hutchinson Community Foundation Annual Scholarship Application Period Now Open

Thursday, February 6

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Community Foundation is encouraging qualifying high school seniors to begin applying for scholarships administered annually.The deadline to apply for the following scholarships is noon, March 28. Denny Hart Family Athletic ScholarshipThis scholarship is open to any Reno County graduating... Read More.

Sens. Moran, Duckworth Call on FAA to Continue Restricting Non-Essential Helicopter Operations Near Ronald Reagan National Airport

Thursday, February 6

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) and Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.) – the chair and ranking member of the Senate Commerce Subcommittee on Aviation, Space and Innovation – called on the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to continue the restrictions placed on non-essential helicopter... Read More.

Senators Marshall, Kaine Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Help More Americans Access High-Quality Job Training, Get Good-Paying Jobs

Thursday, February 6

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators Roger Marshall, M.D. and Tim Kaine (D-VA) introduced the Jumpstarting Our Businesses by Supporting Students (JOBS) Act, bipartisan legislation to help more Americans get good-paying jobs by allowing students to use federal Pell Grants—need-based education grants for lower-income individuals—to... Read More.

Reno County Register of Deeds Office to Temporarily Close Week of Feb. 10-14

Wednesday, February 5

RENO COUNTY, Kan. — The Reno County Register of Deeds Office will be temporarily closed from Feb. 10 to 14, 2025. This closure is to facilitate staff training on the new land records management system, Tyler Enterprise Records Management. The office, located in the... Read More.

The Cosmosphere and the Mark Cuban Foundation Bring AI Education to Hutchinson Teens

Wednesday, February 5

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Cosmosphere is proud to partner with the Mark Cuban Foundation to bring the Foundation’s highly acclaimed Artificial Intelligence (AI) Bootcamp to Hutchinson. The program aims to provide students with a foundational understanding of AI and its applications for future careers.The two... Read More.

KDA Announces 2025 Bluestem Pasture Survey

Wednesday, February 5

MANHATTAN, Kan. — The Kansas Department of Agriculture is seeking feedback from Kansans for the 2025 Bluestem Pasture Survey to collect information on native tallgrass pasture use and practices. The survey is administered through the K-State Land Use Survey Center and will be open... Read More.

Applications Open for Kansas Arts Commission Funding Opportunities

Wednesday, February 5

TOPEKA, Kan. — Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland today announced applications are being accepted for four Kansas Arts Commission (KAC) grant programs that support a wide range of arts and cultural activities across the state.The grant programs, which are designed to... Read More.

Strataca Seeks Smithsonian Affiliation to Boost Hutchinson Tourism and Innovation

Wednesday, February 5

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Strataca, Hutchinson's underground salt museum, is currently pursuing an affiliation with the Smithsonian in Washington. Strataca Director Rachel Terry told the Hutchinson City Council about this at Tuesday night's meeting.Terry said this would be a prestigious recognition that would elevate the... Read More.