Hutchinson News

Buhler USD 313 Officially Commences Renovations for Crusader Corner Day Care and Ad Astra Academies

Wednesday, March 6

By Buhler USD 313 HUTCHINSON, Kan. — On Tuesday, March 5th, Buhler USD 313, Simpson Construction Services, and Landmark Architects proudly announces the commencement of renovations for their future Crusader Corner Daycare and Ad Astra Academies facilities. This milestone project represents a significant step forward in... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces More than $14M to Improve 37 Kansas Airports

Wednesday, March 6

By the Kansas Department of Transportation TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly announced yesterday, (March 5th) that 58 projects at 37 airports have been selected to receive $14.3 million through the Kansas Airport Improvement Program (KAIP).“Improvements made to our aviation infrastructure are vital to local... Read More.

KBI Arrests Phoenix Man Connected to 1982 Hutchinson Cold Case Homicide

Wednesday, March 6

By the Kansas Bureau of Investigation RENO COUNTY, Kan. – The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) arrested a Phoenix man connected to a cold case homicide that occurred in Hutchinson nearly 42 years ago. The suspect was arrested for his role in the 1982 murder... Read More.

K-14 Patching to Start Soon in Reno County

Tuesday, March 5

By Kansas Department of Transportation RENO COUNTY, Kan. — Work will begin soon on a nearly $3.6 million patching project on K-14 in Reno County.The Kansas Department of Transportation project will be from the west K-14/U.S. 50 junction north to Yaggy Road. The length is... Read More.

Severe Weather Awareness Week: Statewide Tornado Drill at 11 AM Wednesday, March 6

Monday, March 4

By the City of Hutchinson HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The City of Hutchinson Public Works Department will be participating in this year’s Statewide Tornado Drill. To match up with other cities and state agencies, they will be modifying the outdoor emergency warning siren testing schedule... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces $14M Capital Investment Creating 110 Jobs in Wellington

Monday, March 4

By Kansas Department of Commerce TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly announced today that Elite Harness is investing $14 million, creating 110 new jobs, in Wellington. Elite Harness will refurbish an existing facility into a 50,000-square-foot state-of-the-art manufacturing plant.Elite will produce wiring harnesses and custom... Read More.

Pathways Grant Given to New Beginnings Bisonte Food Service Program

Monday, March 4

By Reno County Kansas Local Government RENO COUNTY, Kan. — Shara Gonzales, President and CEO of New Beginnings, Inc., with Isaac Dimitt, Executive Chef/Kitchen Supervisor for New Beginnings, Inc., accepted a check for $10,000 on Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2024, for the New Beginnings Bisonte Food... Read More.

United Way of Reno County Welcomes New CEO Lacey Mills

Monday, March 4

By United Way of Reno County RENO COUNTY, Kan. — The Board of Directors for United Way of Reno County is pleased to announce the selection of Lacey Mills as the next CEO of United Way of Reno County. “As a board, we are extremely excited... Read More.

HFD Captain Doug Reeves Retires After 25 Years of Service to Hutchinson and Fire District 2

Sunday, March 3

By Brenna Eller HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Fire Department shared that after 25 years of service to the citizens of Hutchinson and to Fire District 2, Captain Doug Reeves has retired as of Friday, March 1. "Congratulations and we wish you well in your next endeavors,"... Read More.

HGE Credit Union Holds Flag Raising Ceremony Dedicating to All Military and Fallen Military Personnel

Sunday, March 3

By Brenna Eller HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Government Employees Credit Union had a Flag Raising ceremony yesterday, March 2 at 10 a.m. dedicating the flag to all the military and fallen military personnel. Photos were taken by The Foto Cowboy.

K-State Travels To Reno, Seward Counties For March 5-7 Community Visits

Friday, March 1

By Jennifer Tidball Kansas State University will spend March 5-7 visiting Reno County and Seward County as part of the second year of regional community visits across the state.Through the presidential community visit initiative, K-State is engaging with people and communities across all 105 counties... Read More.