Hutchinson News

Hutchinson Man Arrested on Juvenile Sex Charges

Tuesday, June 6

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – On June 6th, 2023, the Special Operations Division and Investigations Division with the Hutchinson Police Department arrested William Eric Allen, 55, of Hutchinson, KS for 1) Indecent Solicitation of a child to commit or submit to an unlawful sex act 2)...

Kansas Doctors Warn of Cancer Drug Shortage

Monday, June 5

WICHITA, Kan. (KNS) — A national shortage of cancer drugs is forcing some Kansas doctors to ration medication. The Kansas News Service reports that supply chain issues have squeezed supplies of more than a dozen chemotherapy drugs. The shortage is hurting treatment for breast,...

Announcing the 2023-2024 Live Season Subscription Series at Hutchinson’s Historic Fox Theatre

Monday, June 5

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - Hutchinson’s Historic Fox Theatre is excited to announce the incredible lineup we have in store for the 2023 - 2024 live season. From comedy to rock, country music to funk and soul, and pop music to holiday favorites, we’ve got the...

Hutchinson Celebrates the 10th Anniversary of Smallville Festival June 15-17, Registration Open for Several Events

Monday, June 5

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Join Hutch Rec in June as Hutchinson celebrates the 10th anniversary of becoming Smallville, Kansas.Smallville Festival kicks off on the Third Thursday, June 15th, where the proclamation is read, and Hutchinson, Kansas, will officially change its name to Smallville, Kansas; home...

Hutchinson Man Arrested after His Father is Found with Stab Wounds

Monday, June 5

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – A Hutchinson man who served time in prison for a 2007 crash involving a mobile meth lab was arrested Friday on suspicion of attempted first-degree murder involving the alleged stabbing of his father.The Reno County Sheriff's Office said in a release...

Hutchinson TikToker Turns to Community

Monday, June 5

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - A Hutchinson-based tenant and chalk artist is turning to her online community for help in finding a new home after her chalk art ended up causing issues between her and her landlord.Kara Vaughn of Hutchinson is known for sharing videos of...

Land Management, Burn Training to Take Place June 8 & 9

Friday, June 2

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – A series of Managing Brush Piles workshops will take place June 8-9 in Hutchinson and Burrton. The workshops are sponsored by the Kansas Prescribed Fire Council in partnership with Reno County Emergency Management, KSU Extension, USDA NRCS, and Kansas Forest Service.The...

Lyons Among 14 Communities to Receive Funding for the Creation of New Murals

Friday, June 2

By KansasCommerce.gov TOPEKA, Kan. – Governor Laura Kelly today announced 14 communities will receive funding through the Office of Rural Prosperity’s Rural Mural and Public Art grant program. The $76,071 in grants awarded will allow communities to create 38 new murals and public art projects that...

Salvation Army’s Donut Day Contest a Success, Brings in Almost $7k

Friday, June 2

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – In celebration of National Donut Day Friday, the Hutchinson Salvation Army held a donut eating contest at their Thrift Store at B and Main Friday Morning. The event raised $6,555.By consuming 11 ¼ donuts in five minutes, Jared Heinen from Prairieland...

Marshall, Moran Outline Clash of Perspective on Federal Debt-limit Bill

Friday, June 2

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South Hutchinson Selects Jeff Schenk to be City Administrator

Friday, June 2

SOUTH HUTCHINSON, Kan. – The South Hutchinson City Council voted unanimously to hire Jeff Schenk to be the next city administrator at tonight’s special meeting.Schenk brings more than 15 years of public sector experience to the role, having most recently served as the interim...

Salt City Splash to Delay Opening to Sunday, June 4

Friday, June 2

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Salt City Splash delayed opening to Saturday, June 3 due to mechanical issues at the aquatic center. While the mechanical issues have been fixed, one more day is needed to insure the safety of patrons. The Splash will open for the...