Hutchinson News

UPDATE: 2-Year-Old Kansas Drowning Victim Identified

Tuesday, July 18

OSAGE COUNTY, Kan. (KNS/KSNT) – Osage County law enforcement officials have identified the victim of a recent drowning at a Kansas state park. Sheriff Chris Wells says the victim of last week’s drowning was 2-year-old Jaselyn Knoll. KSNT reports that the death is under... Read More.

Annual Report Shows Drop in Kansas Violent Crimes for 2022

Tuesday, July 18

By Rachel Mipro, Kansas Reflector TOPEKA, Kan. — Reports of burglary, murder and rape declined statewide in 2022, according to an annual report, though numbers have yet to return to pre-pandemic levels.The Kansas Bureau of Investigation’s annual Crime Index Report compiles data from... Read More.

This Summer, Keep Kids Learning

Tuesday, July 18

By Lance Patterson, Chief Executive Officer of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Hutchinson Summer is a critical time for Reno County youth as they aim to make up for the impact of interrupted learning and developmental disruption of the past few years. Boys &... Read More.

Day 12, Kansas Wheat Harvest Report

Tuesday, July 18

By Julia Debes for Kansas Wheat KANSAS – This is day 12 of the Kansas Wheat Harvest Reports, brought to you by the Kansas Wheat Commission, Kansas Association of Wheat Growers, Kansas Grain and Feed Association and the Kansas Cooperative Council. Wheat harvest continues to be... Read More.

Online Enrollment Now Open for Returning Buhler USD 313 Students

Monday, July 17

BUHLER, Kan. – Online enrollment for returning Buhler USD 313 students will open Monday, July 17th, at 8:00 a.m. and will close on August 7th, at noon. An email with the SNAP CODE needed to enroll was sent Sunday afternoon to the primary guardian's... Read More.

Hutchinson Youth City Council Accepting Applications

Monday, July 17

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – The Hutchinson City Council is now accepting applications for students interested in participating in civic engagement, developing leadership skills, and being a voice for local youth. To qualify, you must be a USD 308 student entering the 7th-12th grades for the... Read More.

Farm Bureau Insight: Fair Life Lessons

Monday, July 17

By Greg Doering KANSAS – In a few days, the local county fair will kick off marking the beginning of summer’s end as classes begin in the following weeks. But for a few short, hot days, the fair offers a little bit of everything for... Read More.

Get the Best Price of the Year on Kansas State Fair Unlimited Ride Wristbands

Monday, July 17

Hutchinson, Kan. – On July 25th, from 10am to 10pm, take advantage of our incredible flash sale on unlimited carnival ride Midway Wristbands for only $25.This is the lowest price you'll find all year for our wristbands! Experience unlimited fun and ride to your heart's... Read More.

Hutchinson Fire Crews Work Residential Fire Friday Afternoon

Monday, July 17

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Hutchinson Fire Department responded to 2704 North Madison for a structure fire Friday shortly after 2 p.m. Upon arrival, units found a residential home with a moderate amount of smoke coming from all vents to the attic.Crews performed an aggressive interior... Read More.

Road Closure on Monroe for Railroad Crossing Repair

Monday, July 17

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Union Pacific will be repairing a section of the railroad crossing between Ave C and Ave D on South Monroe Street. Work will start July 18th, 2023, and is scheduled to be done on Saturday, July 22nd, 2023.Monroe Street will be... Read More.

Online Enrollment Open for New and Returning Students in Hutchinson USD 308

Friday, July 14

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Online Enrollment for new and returning students in Hutchinson USD 308 is underway. Visit the enrollment page at https://www.usd308.com/page/enrollment-landing-page for more information.In-person enrollment and open house dates at each district building have also been set. Hutchinson High School does not... Read More.

The Hutchinson Art Center is Taking Submissions for Upcoming Photography Exhibition

Friday, July 14

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – The Hutchinson Art Center is now accepting submissions for the upcoming Group Photography Exhibition. The artwork will be on display from August 17th until September 16th.Artists are asked to submit one (1) work of photography for this exhibition. Submitted artwork must... Read More.