Hutchinson News

September Orientation Class for Prospective Childcare Providers

Thursday, August 17

By Reno County Health DepartmentReno County, Kan. — The Reno County Health Department will be offering an orientation class for those interested in becoming a childcare provider. The class will be held at the Reno County Health Department back conference room on September 7,... Read More.

Bretz Injury Law announces the 4th Annual Reno County Veterans’ Memorial Poker Run

Thursday, August 17

By Stephen Brubaker, Bretz Injury Law HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Bretz Injury Law is excited to present the 4th Annual Reno County Veterans’ Memorial Poker Run happening in Hutchinson, KS., on Saturday, September 9th. Registration will begin at 9:30 a.m. with engines starting at 10:30 a.m.. The... Read More.

New Kansas Bicycle Map (2023-25) Now Available

Thursday, August 17

Information by Kansas Department of Transportation KANSAS — Whether you’re looking to cycle from one county to the next or across the entire state, the new 2023-2025 Kansas Bicycle Map has a lot to offer those planning a short trip or a long ride.“The revised... Read More.

KCAIC Invites Creative Individuals to Join Kansas Touring Artist Roster

Thursday, August 17

By Kansas Commerce TOPEKA, Kan. – The Kansas Creative Arts Industries Commission (KCAIC) announced it is accepting applications from artists to be listed on the Kansas Touring Artist Roster. Applicants can come from any artistic discipline including, but not limited to, music, theater, dance, visual... Read More.

Career Opportunities in Kansas Plentiful for Those Seeking Work

Thursday, August 17

By Kansas Commerce TOPEKA, Kan. — Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland invites jobseekers and employers to participate in this month’s Statewide Virtual Job Fair, hosted by KANSASWORKS, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, August 23.“In 2023 alone, more than 1,500 jobseekers... Read More.

Cosmosphere Recognized as Tripadvisor 2023 Travelers’ Choice Award Winner

Thursday, August 17

Cosmosphere’s Great Traveler Reviews Earn it a Place Among Travelers’ Favorites By the Cosmosphere Hutchinson, Kan. – The Cosmosphere today announced it has been recognized by Tripadvisor as a 2023 Travelers’ Choice award winner for Top 10% of Attractions Worldwide. The coveted award celebrates businesses that... Read More.

Kansas Housing Resources Corporation Awards MIH Grants and Tax Credits

Wednesday, August 16

KANSAS — Kansas Housing Resources Corporation made award announcements on Aug. 11 for the 2023 Round 2 Moderate Income Housing, Kansas Housing Investor Tax Credit, and Moderate Income Housing-American Rescue Plan Act Award List. There were 20 projects from 19 Kansas communities awarded MIH Grants... Read More.

BREAKING: KBI Announces Criminal Investigation Linked to Marion County Record to Proceed Independently

Wednesday, August 16

By Lucky Kidd MARION, Kan. — Kansas Bureau of Investigation announced today the criminal investigation linked to the Marion County Record will proceed independently and without review or examination of any evidence seized from the paper and two homes by Marion Police under search warrants... Read More.

Hutchinson Reno County Emergency Communications Celebrating 40 Years

Wednesday, August 16

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson-Reno County Emergency Communications is inviting the community to celebrate the 40th year of being the 911 consolidated center for Reno County.They will be providing tours of the center and other activities for the day. They are still working the... Read More.

Hutchinson Zoo Looking for Input, Developing Strategic Master Plan

Wednesday, August 16

By the Hutchinson Zoo The Hutchinson Zoo is developing a new Strategic Master Plan that will guide the Zoo’s and Hutchinson Friends of the Zoo's mission, vision, activities, and improvements over the next 7-10 years. The Hutchinson Zoo hopes our new ideas will help every... Read More.

Dolly Parton Celebrates Statewide Imagination Library Program Expansion in Kansas

Wednesday, August 16

~Governor Kelly Proclaims August 14 ‘Imagination Library of Kansas Day’ in the State~~ By the Kansas Office of the Governor OVERLAND PARK, Kan. – Governor Laura Kelly welcomed iconic singer-songwriter and early childhood literacy advocate Dolly Parton to Kansas on Monday to celebrate the statewide expansion of her Imagination Library... Read More.

Cosmosphere Pink Floyd Dark Side of the Moon 50th Anniversary Planetarium Show

Tuesday, August 15

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Tickets are still available for the Pink Floyd Dark Side of the Moon 50th Anniversary Planetarium Show at the Cosmosphere's Justice Planetarium on Aug. 18.The show offers views of the solar system and beyond, played out to 42 minutes of The... Read More.