Hutchinson News

Public Health Advisories for Kansas Lakes Due to Blue-Green Algae

Friday, August 11

By the Kansas Department of Health and Environment TOPEKA, Kan. — The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) have issued a public health advisory update due to blue-green algae.A harmful algal bloom (HAB) may look... Read More.

Kansas Has Five Drive-In Movie Theaters; a Sixth May Be Coming Soon

Friday, August 11

TOPEKA, Kan. (KSNT) — People of a certain age will remember drive-in movie theaters. Once wildly popular across the country, drive-in movie theaters have largely disappeared. However, there are still a few places in Kansas where you can enjoy this entertainment experience.Read More.

New Round of Funding Announced for Revitalization of Downtown Buildings

Friday, August 11

By Kansas Commerce TOPEKA, Kan. — Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland announced on Aug. 10 that $1.5 million will be available for a fourth round of Historic Economic Asset Lifeline (HEAL) grants to revitalize dilapidated and underutilized downtown buildings in small communities... Read More.

McPherson College Classic Car on the Way to Pebble Beach

Friday, August 11

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — A project more than seven years in the making began its journey to the greatest classic car show in the world this morning.The 1953 Mercedes Benz 300 S restored by students and faculty in McPherson College's Automotive Restoration program... Read More.

Making his Mark on the Mic

Thursday, August 10

By Brenna Eller He greets you in the morning on your early commute or wishes you well as you're coming home from your overnight shift. Those who have driven, worked or lived in the McPherson area likely know the voice of Mark Ekeland.Last Friday was the... Read More.

USD 308 Facilities Committee Releases Mid-Study Update

Thursday, August 10

By Hutchinson Public Schools HUTCHINSON, Kan. —The USD 308 Facilities Committee announced the midway point of their year-long study of the district’s infrastructure. To date, the committee has been meeting regularly to thoroughly examine and analyze the district’s building stock as well as grappling with... Read More.

County Commissioners Approve 2024 Budget at Commission Meeting, Adopt Water Conservation Plan for Rural Water District 101

Thursday, August 10

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Reno County Commissioners have approved a 2024 budget that will be revenue neutral, which means the total dollars raised from property taxes will not exceed what was raised for the 2023 budget. That budget, in addition to many reductions in what... Read More.

Reno County Youth Services Awarded Grant for over $300,000 for Project YES

Thursday, August 10

By Reno County Youth ServicesHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Reno County Youth Services received a two-year grant award of $326,281.06 through the Kansas Department of Corrections for a new program serving juvenile offenders in our community.This new program is called Project YES, Youth Empowerment Services, and... Read More.

Update: Decision for Official Newspaper of Reno County on Hold

Thursday, August 10

By Lucky Kidd RENO COUNTY, Kan. — A selection of an official newspaper for Reno County is on hold after the County Commission tabled final action during Wednesday's meeting.Two weeks ago the Commission agreed to designate the Rural Messenger, a Haven based-publication as the official... Read More.

13 Cows Dead Out of 76, Overturned Trailer on K-156

Wednesday, August 9

ELLSWORTH COUNTY, Kan. — At around 2:56 p.m., Kansas Highway Patrol Troop C shared that a semi truck with a cow hauler, loaded with 76 head of cattle on the trailer was on its side on K-156 in Ellsworth county. The road remained... Read More.

2023 Summer Consignment Art Auction

Wednesday, August 9

By Hutchinson Art Center HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Jeanette Mull is a featured artist from the 2023 Summer Consignment Art Auction.Auction artwork will be on display in the Main Gallery through Aug. 25, with an Auction Preview that evening from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. The artwork... Read More.

Governor Kelly and Kansas Department of Labor Step Up Efforts Against Worker Misclassification Fraud

Wednesday, August 9

By the Kansas Office of the Governor TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly and the Kansas Department of Labor (KDOL) today announced actions and highlighted resources to prevent worker misclassification, which occurs when an employer incorrectly classifies workers as independent contractors rather than employees. KDOL’s Unemployment Insurance... Read More.