Hutchinson News

National Weather Service Update for May 1, 2024

Wednesday, May 1

The National Weather Service (Wichita) shared an update for May 1, 2024, about severe weather expected for this afternoon into the evening.Areas west of Interstate -135 have the greatest chance for encountering severe storms this afternoon into the evening. The strongest storms will be... Read More.

HutchCC to Celebrate Graduates Friday

Wednesday, May 1

By Hutchinson Community College HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Community College will celebrate its annual commencement ceremony this Friday, May 3 at the Hutchinson Sports Arena.The ceremony will begin at 7:00 pm and will recognize students graduating with an Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, Associate... Read More.

Ponce Named Ambassador of the Year

Tuesday, April 30

By Hutchinson Community College HUTCHINSON, Kan. (April 29,2024) — Hutchinson Community College has announced that Katie Ponce has been selected as the 2023-2024 Wes Christopher Ambassador of the Year.Katie is a 2022 graduate of Macksville High School. In addition to serving as an Ambassador, Katie... Read More.

Applications Open for Second Cohort of Kansas Commerce Rural Champions

Tuesday, April 30

By the Kansas Department of Commerce TOPEKA, Kan. (April 29,2024) — Lieutenant Governor and Commerce Secretary David Toland announced that the Office of Rural Prosperity has opened applications for the second cohort of Rural by Choice Champions. Offered in collaboration with the Patterson Family Foundation,... Read More.

HutchCC Meat Evaluation Team Claims National Championship

Tuesday, April 30

By Hutchinson Community College HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Community College meat animal evaluation team wrapped up a strong spring with a national championship from the All East Intercollegiate Livestock Judging contest hosted by Mississippi State University April 18-20. This was the inaugural event for junior... Read More.

Earth Matters on Mission to Inspire Young Minds Through Power of Reduce, Reuse and Recycle

Tuesday, April 30

By the Boys & Girls Clubs of Hutchinson HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Earth Matters volunteers are on a mission to boost environmental consciousness and inspire young minds to combat pollution through the power of reduce, reuse, and recycle! Our journey kicked off in mid-March as they... Read More.

Zion Burgess to Represent Hutchinson and Kansas in Bid to Become Southwest Region Youth of the Year June 12

Monday, April 29

By the Boys & Girls Clubs of Hutchinson HUTCHINSON, Kan. — On June 12th, Zion will meet in Dallas to represent Hutchinson and the state of Kansas in a bid to become the Southwest Region Youth of the Year. Zion is a Principal's Honor Roll... Read More.

Kansas Law Enforcement Memorial Services to be Held May 2 & 3

Monday, April 29

By Kansas Highway Patrol KANSAS — In honor of National Police Week, and National Peace Officers’ Memorial Day, the State of Kansas will be holding its annual Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony on Friday, May 3. A Candlelight Vigil will take place on Thursday, May 2.... Read More.

Some K-14 Ramps to Open Sooner; New Closures Set at Other K-14 Ramps

Monday, April 29

By the Kansas Department of Transportation RENO COUNTY, Kan. — Current K-14 ramp closures at Wilson Road are expected to end sooner than scheduled:The exit ramp from northbound K-14 to Wilson Road is now expected to reopen around 10 a.m. Tuesday, April 30. The entrance... Read More.

Live on the Marquee, Love Where You Live!

Monday, April 29

By Hutchinson's Historic Fox Theatre HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson's Historic Fox Theatre, in collaboration with Hutchinson's Community Foundation, is thrilled to announce live performances set atop the iconic Fox Theatre marquee during Match Day, on Wednesday, May 1!A theme of this year’s Match Day is... Read More.

Severance Street Waterline Repair Update

Friday, April 26

By the City of Hutchinson Public Works Department HUTCHINSON, Kan. — On April 18, a significant break occurred in the 24-inch waterline under Severance Street, between 17th and 23rd Avenues. Immediate repair efforts included the installation of a clamp on the damaged section. Unfortunately, the... Read More.

Leader in Independent Higher Education Awards $27,000 in Service and Success Scholarships Across Kansas

Friday, April 26

By the Kansas Independent College Foundation TOPEKA, Kan. — The Kansas Independent College Foundation, (KICF), on behalf of its member institutions, is proud to announce the 2024 Maud Wyatt Recognition Scholarship Recipients. These 19 recipients are all full-time, degree seeking students on the cusp of... Read More.