Hutchinson News

Update on State Fair Race Track Removal Discussion

Friday, August 4

By Lucky Kidd HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Discussions on the future of the race track at the Kansas State Fairground may be in the offing. The State Fair Board's executive committee met Thursday to discuss the racetrack, a plan for its removal having generated a great... Read More.

August Proclaimed National Shooting Sports Month

Friday, August 4

By Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks SHAWNEE, Kan. – The National Shooting Sports Foundation has once again announced that August is National Shooting Sports Month, and celebrating the passion millions of Americans have for target shooting is Governor Laura Kelly and the Kansas Department... Read More.

Registration Open for Counting KIDS Workshops Led by Laurel Murdie

Friday, August 4

By the Kansas State Department of Education KANSAS — Registration is open for the annual Counting KIDS Workshops led by Laurel Murdie, director of the Kansas State Department of Education’s Fiscal Auditing team.Make plans to attend one of the in-person sessions conducted at 11 locations... Read More.

Jake Gill Performing at Back to School Bash

Thursday, August 3

Sponsored by Hopp's Sound and Sno Shack McPHERSON, Kan. — Throughout the last four and half years, Jake Gill has raised awareness for non-profit organizations around the US and around the world. Gill is excited to be bringing his performance to the community and families... Read More.

Iowa Tribe of Kansas and Nebraska Awarded Nearly $500K to Boost Internet Connectivity

Thursday, August 3

By Kansas Commerce TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly announced today that a $498,000 broadband grant has been awarded to the Iowa Tribe of Kansas and Nebraska to enhance public Wi-Fi services at community hubs and replace outdated equipment. It will also establish a technology learning center for... Read More.

Scooter’s Coffee Unites with Wounded Warriors Family Support for Purple Heart Day

Thursday, August 3

By Scooter's Coffee OMAHA, Neb. — With Purple Heart Day approaching on Aug. 7, Scooter’s Coffee will give customers the opportunity to support Wounded Warriors Family Support (WWFS), an organization that helps wounded veterans and their families heal, recover and connect with needed services and... Read More.

Governor Kelly Invites Public Input on Broadband Infrastructure Plan

Thursday, August 3

By Kansas Office of the Governor TOPEKA, Kan. – Governor Laura Kelly announced on Aug. 2 that the Broadband Equity Access and Deployment (BEAD) Initial Proposal Volume 1 is available for public viewing and comment. The BEAD 5-Year Action Plan, along with Volume 1 and... Read More.

Reno County Stuff the Bus Event

Wednesday, August 2

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Reno County is partnering up with Durham School Services and First Call for Help for Stuff the Bus at the Dillons Marketplace at 3200 Plaza East Dr., in Hutchinson on Aug. 4. If you would like to participate in the event,... Read More.

Nominations Open for 2023 Coolest Thing Made In Kansas Contest

Wednesday, August 2

By the Kansas Manufacturing Council Topeka, KAN. - The Kansas Manufacturing Council (KMC), an affiliated program of the Kansas Chamber, is looking for the 2023 Coolest Thing Made In Kansas. Presented by FORVIS, KMC launched this competition in 2020 to promote and elevate Kansas... Read More.

Kansas EMS Association Announces 2023 KEMSA Award Winners

Wednesday, August 2

KANSAS — The Kansas EMS Association just announced the 2023 KEMSA Award Winners who will be attending the award banquet on Aug. 12., along with the Educator of the Year Zach Bieghler from Kingman EMS, who was previously shared about on July 28. 2023 KEMSA... Read More.

HutchCC Cosmetology Offering Free Haircuts

Wednesday, August 2

By Hutchinson Community College HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Community College Cosmetology will be hosting its annual Back to School Haircut Day August 14 from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm at the school’s center at 200 E. 3rd Ave., Hutchinson.Children in pre-k through grade 12 are... Read More.

Kansas Population Predicted to Grow but Slowly

Wednesday, August 2

WICHITA, Kan. (KNS/KSNT) — The population of Kansas is forecast to grow more slowly in the next 50 years than previously predicted, according to a new report. A Wichita State economic research center predicted the population of Kansas will grow on average about 0.3%... Read More.