Hutchinson News

Kansas Legislature Approves K-12 Education Budget with Private School Benefits

Monday, May 1

By Rachel Mipro, Kansas Reflector TOPEKA, Kan. — The Kansas Legislature passed a K-12 education package Friday that fully funds public schools but includes expansion of a private school tax credit and allows private school students to participate in public school sports and activities.Lawmakers abandoned... Read More.

USD 308 Seeking Community Feedback for Strategic Planning

Monday, May 1

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - Hutchinson Public Schools is seeking feedback from the community as they develop their new strategic plan. In partnership with Wichita State University’s Center for Applied Research and Evaluation, USD 308 is conducting a survey to gather input from staff, families, and community... Read More.

La Fiera de Ojinaga Brings Norteño Sound to Kansas State Fair September 15

Monday, May 1

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - Get ready for a night of electrifying music and unforgettable performances as La Fiera de Ojinaga takes the stage at the Kansas State Fair on Friday, September 15 at 7:30 p.m.! The renowned Mexican regional music group, known for their unique blend... Read More.

Sens. Moran, Marshall Introduce Bill to Provide Reliable & Affordable Energy to Kansans

Friday, April 28

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) and Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kan.) introduced legislation to help provide stable energy rates and a reliable energy grid to states in the Southwestern Power Administration (SWPA), including Kansas, Arkansas, Louisiana, Missouri, Oklahoma and Texas.The Southwestern Power Administration Fund Establishment... Read More.

Jacobson, Hines Named HutchCC Ambassadors of the Year

Friday, April 28

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Hutchinson Community College has announced that Rylee Jacobson and Coleton Hines have been selected as the 2022-2023 Wes Christopher Ambassadors of the Year.Rylee Jacobson is a 2022 graduate of Medicine Lodge High School. In addition to serving as an Ambassador, Rylee... Read More.

Hutchinson Community Concerts Announces Shows for 2023-2024 Season

Thursday, April 27

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Hutchinson Community Concerts this week shared details of the 2023-2024 season.Phat Cat SwingerThursday, October 5, 2023 – 7:30 p.m.A West Coast high-energy little-big band with that classic Hollywood touch, and re-imagined arrangements from timeless eras - Sinatra to Buble and everything... Read More.

Kansas Lawmakers Fail to Override Veto on Flat Tax Plan

Thursday, April 27

TOPEKA, Kan. (KNS) - Kansas Republicans fell short on a veto override in their attempt to enact a flat tax on income. The plan would have set the income tax rate for all Kansans at 5.15%.The override attempt failed by just one vote.Democrat state... Read More.

Kansas Legislators Impose Sweeping Anti-Trans Bathroom Law

Thursday, April 27

TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — Republican legislators in Kansas have enacted what may be the most sweeping transgender bathroom law in the U.S. on Thursday, overriding the Democratic governor's veto of the measure without having a clear idea of how their new law... Read More.

Kansas Lawmakers Override Governor’s Veto of “Born Alive” Bill

Thursday, April 27

TOPEKA, Kan. (KNS) - Kansas lawmakers overrode a veto by Democratic governor Laura Kelly to enact their first anti-abortion bill of the year. The law will require doctors to provide lifesaving medical care to infants born alive after an attempted abortion.Critics say there’s little... Read More.

Kansas Lawmakers Polish Plan to Fully Fund Public Schools, Revive Voucher Program

Thursday, April 27

By Sherman Smith, Kansas Reflector TOPEKA, Kan. — Kansas lawmakers have restored language in the public school finance plan to ensure K-12 schools continue to be fully funded beyond the upcoming academic year and revived a voucher program.Sen. Molly Baumgardner, a Louisburg Republican, lashed out... Read More.

Vacant Seat on USD 308 Hutchinson Public Schools Board of Education

Thursday, April 27

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - The USD 308 Board of Education is accepting applications from community members who would like to be considered for the vacant board member position. The board member appointed to fill the vacancy will serve from June 12, 2023, through January 8,... Read More.

The Volunteer Center of Reno County is Searching for More Volunteers

Thursday, April 27

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – From one-time commitments to weekly opportunities, Reno County non-profits rely on the generous gift of your time to support their work. The Volunteer Center of Reno County recruits and matches individuals, families, community and corporate groups with non-profit and governmental organizations... Read More.