Hutchinson News

Public Works Water Maintenance Extreme Temperature Advisory

Thursday, January 11

By the City of Hutchinson Public Works Department HUTCHINSON, Kan. — In anticipation of the impending extreme temperatures forecasted to start on Friday, January 12th, with lows well below freezing, the Public Works Department recommends the following to help prevent the risk of frozen pipes... Read More.

Rcat Recommendations for Passengers During Upcoming Dangerous Wind Chills

Thursday, January 11

By Barbara Lilyhorn MPH Director, Reno County Department of Aging and Public Transportation Reno County Area Transportation wants to encourage all passengers to take safety precautions during the extreme cold weather by dressing appropriately and using caution when walking on icy frozen surfaces to... Read More.

Central Christian School 1st Semester 2023-2024 Honor Roll

Thursday, January 11

By Central Christian School High Honors (97–100%) 9th Grade Cal Barnett, Luke Eigsti, Trey Miller, Whitney Miller 10th Grade Lexie Miller 11th Grade Adie Clobes, Stuart Foster, Ryland Kooiman, Keaton Miller, Nathan Reed 12th Grade Candace Bailey, Camden Busatti, Hudson Clark, Tyler Estrella, Ashlyn Franz, Justus Huff, Natalie Jensen Honors (93–96%) 9th Grade Avery Duft, Cael... Read More.

StartUp Hutch Announces Networking Event: Entrepreneurship Connections

Thursday, January 11

By StartUp Hutch HUTCHINSON, Kan.  – Join StartUp Hutch for the chance to mingle with other entrepreneurs from Reno County! This month, we’ll feature local entrepreneur, Darren Thomas. Thomas captured the hearts of iced tea fans in our community when he opened an HTeaO franchise... Read More.

Replacement of Hutchinson Correctional Facility, Fair Improvements in Governor’s Budget Proposal

Thursday, January 11

By Lucky Kidd HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The fiscal year 2025 budget proposed by Governor Laura Kelly Thursday includes funding for one very large project in Hutchinson along with funding for additional improvements at the Kansas State Fairgrounds. Her proposed budget includes $377.6 million to replace... Read More.

Healthy Neighborhood Initiative Unveils New Logo Symbolizing Unity and Community Spirit

Thursday, January 11

By Hutch Rec HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Healthy Neighborhood Initiative, a program of the Neighborhood Development division of Hutch Rec, is proud to unveil its new logo, a symbol of unity and partnership that embodies the collaborative efforts of Hutch Rec, the City of Hutchinson,... Read More.

Red Cross: Emergency Blood Shortage May Delay Medical Procedures

Wednesday, January 10

Donors urged to give now as nation faces lowest number of blood donors in decades Donors have the chance to help save lives, win trip to Super Bowl LVIII By the American Red Cross KANSAS — The American Red Cross is experiencing an emergency blood shortage as... Read More.

Kansas Fish Consumption Advisories for 2024

Tuesday, January 9

By the Kansas Department of Health and Environment TOPEKA, Kan. – The Kansas Department of Health and Environment and the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (collectively, “Kansas”) is issuing fish consumption advisories for 2024. The following advisories identify types of fish, or other aquatic... Read More.

Weather Update: Potentially Dangerous Winter Weather Conditions to Spread Across Large Portion of Kansas Monday into Monday Night

Sunday, January 7

By Lucky Kidd Potentially dangerous winter weather conditions will spread across a large part of Kansas Monday into Monday night as the second in a series of disturbances moves into the central plains.Blizzard warnings have been issued for west central and portions of central and... Read More.

Hutchinson Art Association 75th Anniversary Celebration

Thursday, January 4

By the Hutchinson Art Association/Center HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Art Association is celebrating its 75th Anniversary in 2024!The Hutchinson Art Association was founded in the Spring of 1949. Members met in private homes to share their love of art and plan for what has... Read More.

Scott Meggers Sworn in as Member of Hutchinson City Council, Stacy Goss and Steven Garza Sworn in for New Terms

Tuesday, January 2

By Lucky Kidd HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Scott Meggers was sworn in as a member of the Hutchinson City Council Tuesday morning. Meggers won the Northeast District seat in the November general election over Stuart Conklin who had been appointed to the council last year to... Read More.

KDOT Announces Approved December Bids

Tuesday, January 2

By Kansas Department of Transportation The Kansas Department of Transportation announces approved bids for state highway construction and maintenance projects. The letting took place Dec. 13, 2023, in Topeka. Some of the bids may include multiple projects that have been bundled based on proximity and... Read More.