Hutchinson News

A Portion of 69th Ave in Northwest Reno County to Close for Bridge Replacement

Thursday, May 18

RENO COUNTY, Kan. – According to Reno County Public Works, 69th Avenue between Yaggy Road and Wilson Road will be closed to all-through traffic beginning Monday, May 22, 2023, for bridge replacement.The road will remain closed until further notice.

Kansas Board of Regents Contemplates 5% to 7% Tuition Hikes at Public State Universities

Thursday, May 18

By Tim Carpenter, Kansas Reflector TOPEKA, Kan. — The state’s six public universities recommended Wednesday the Kansas Board of Regents authorize tuition increases ranging from 5% to 7% in the upcoming school year to counter inflationary pressure and limited success with requests for new funding... Read More.

Kansas Governor Signs K-12 Education Bill, Strikes Portion Slicing State Aid to Rural Schools

Thursday, May 18

By Rachel Mipro, Kansas Reflector TOPEKA, Kan. — Gov. Laura Kelly struck down a K-12 budget bill provision that would have decreased funding to more than one-third of Kansas public schools, calling the provision potentially “devastating” for rural communities.“This provision pulls the rug out from... Read More.

May’s Classroom Hero Award Recipient is Teresa Shrock

Thursday, May 18

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Ad Astra Radio is proud to announce the most recent recipient of the Classroom Hero Award presented by Heartland Credit Union.Teresa Shrock teaches third grade at Haven Grade School. She has been a teacher for 35 years in the Haven USD... Read More.

TECH Names New Vice-President of Marketing and Foundation Development

Wednesday, May 17

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – TECH is pleased to announce the promotion of Lacey Mills to Vice President of Marketing and Foundation Development. She will continue to oversee TECH’s fundraising events, marketing, foundation development and communication strategies. Her commitment to our community, deep understanding of strategic marketing... Read More.

K-State Breaks Ground on Agronomy Research and Innovation Center

Wednesday, May 17

By Pat Melgares, K-State Research and Extension MANHATTAN, Kan. - Hailing the occasion as “a significant milestone for Kansas StateUniversity and the entire agriculture industry in Kansas,” Gov. Laura Kelly joined state and national officials in a symbolic groundbreaking for the university’s Agronomy Research and... Read More.

Nickerson-South Hutchinson, Pretty Prairie Voters Approve Bond Proposals

Wednesday, May 17

RENO COUNTY, Kan. – Voters in two Reno County school districts gave approval to bond proposals Tuesday. Unofficial results in Nickerson-South Hutchinson USD 309 indicated that their $7.6 million bond issue passed with 381 votes in favor to 301 against. Pretty Prairie USD 311... Read More.

Wheat Tour 2023 – Day 1

Wednesday, May 17

KANSAS - Approximately 106 people from 22 U.S. states plus Mexico, Canada and Colombia, traveled in 27 cars on six routes between Manhattan and Colby, Kan., Tuesday, stopping at wheat fields every 15-20 miles along the routes, as part of the Wheat Quality Council’s... Read More.

42.3 Million Americans Expected to Travel for Memorial Day Weekend

Wednesday, May 17

By Axia Diaz, AAA News WASHINGTON, DC (May 15, 2023) AAA projects 42.3 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more from home this Memorial Day weekend*, a 7% increase over 2022. This year, 2.7 million more people will travel for the unofficial start of... Read More.

Kansas Honor Flight Car Show Coming Up in June

Wednesday, May 17

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – The 4th Annual Kansas Honor Flight Car Show in Hutchinson is June 24, 2023, 5-8 PM at Midway Motors 1200 E 30th Ave. Proceeds will help send to Kansas WWII, Korea and Vietnam Era Veterans on a 3-day trip to Washington DC to see their... Read More.

Salt City Splash to Open Memorial Day Weekend; Announces Summer 2023 Schedule

Wednesday, May 17

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Salt City Splash is set to open Memorial Day weekend, with the first day of the 2023 season on Saturday, May 27. The Splash will also be open on Memorial Day Monday, May 29, but moving forward, will be closed on... Read More.

Peppa Pig’s Sing-Along Party! Coming to Hutchinson’s Historic Fox Theatre

Wednesday, May 17

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Round Room Live, in partnership with global branded entertainment leader Hasbro Inc., are thrilled to announce that Peppa Pig’s Sing-Along Party! will be bringing back the loveable, cheeky little piggy in a brand-new interactive production filled with dancing, singing and puddle... Read More.