Hutchinson News

March is National Reading Month, United Way of Reno County Partners with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library to Give the Gift of Reading

Friday, March 3

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – March is designated as National Reading Month, a month to motivate Americans of all ages to read every day. Reading is fun and has many benefits, regardless of your age. It's a key component of education and professional development.The United Way... Read More.

Two Individuals Arrested Thursday in Drug Bust Near HMS-7

Friday, March 3

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Two people are in custody following a Thursday afternoon drug bust at an apartment in the 200 block of East Avenue A, across from Hutchinson Middle School 7.Hutchinson Police arrested Wanda Loveless, of Hutchinson, and Austin Alstatt, of Pratt, on requested... Read More.

Nominations Open for Hutchinson High School Wall of Honor

Friday, March 3

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - Nominations are now open for the annual Wall of Honor award at Hutchinson High School. A nominee has to be a Hutchinson High School graduate and have graduated at least 10 years prior to the nomination. The nominee must have attained a... Read More.

Kansas State Fair General Manager Chosen for 2023 Leadership Kansas Class

Thursday, March 2

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - The Kansas Chamber announced its 2023 Leadership Kansas class, March 1, 2023.Leadership Kansas is a long-standing statewide program which focuses on developing and motivating leaders across the state of Kansas. The class will begin in April and will conclude in October... Read More.

Hutch Chamber’s March Legislative Forum is Saturday

Thursday, March 2

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - The Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce announces the March Legislative Forum date:Saturday, March 4: 8:30 – 10:00 a.m. at the Stringer Fine Arts Center, Gallery Theatre – 600 E. 11th, HutchinsonThe Reno County legislators invited to participate are Senator Mark... Read More.

Reno County Working Towards Availability of Additional Fire Utility Terrain Vehicles

Wednesday, March 1

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – The first step towards the deployment of additional fire utility terrain vehicles in Reno County was approved Tuesday by County when a $32 thousand expenditure for Reno/Harvey County Joint Fire District 2 in Buhler was approved. At the present time, the only... Read More.

ProValue Donates Home to Interfaith Housing, Move Made Tuesday

Wednesday, March 1

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – On Tuesday, ProValue Insurance’s donation of a house that sat just to the east of its Hutchinson location to Interfaith Housing and Community Services was made official.ProValue had previously purchased the property where the home was located along E 30th Ave.... Read More.

Tickets On Sale Friday for TECH’s Annual Brewmaster’s Dinner

Wednesday, March 1

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Tickets go on sale this Friday for TECH’s Annual Brewmaster’s Dinner.Participants will enjoy a five-course dinner prepared by Chef Rick Carr, with each course carefully paired with a hand-selected beer from a local or regional brewery. It’s a great opportunity to... Read More.

Hutchinson Public Works Water Maintenance Repairing Water Line Break on E 17th Ave

Wednesday, March 1

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - On February 28th, a water line break was reported in the 2700 block of East 17th Ave. where 17th transitions to Airport Road. The break is on a 10-inch water line that was installed in 1967. Public Works Water Maintenance staff... Read More.

Wildland Grass Fire Season is Here: Be Prepared

Wednesday, March 1

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - March is upon us and so is the peak season for wildland fires in the Hutchinson and surrounding area. The Hutchinson Fire Department would like to encourage you to prepare yourself and your household by utilizing the Ready, Set, Go! (RSG)... Read More.

Hutchinson Fire Works Early Wednesday Fire Suspected to be Arson

Wednesday, March 1

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Early Wednesday morning the Hutchinson Fire Department responded to 715 West 9th Avenue for a report of a structure fire. Upon arrival, fire crews reported a single-story home with heavy fire showing from the rear of the home.As fire crews entered... Read More.

Stage 9 Hutch Opens March 9th with Barefoot in the Park

Tuesday, February 28

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Stage 9 Hutch is set to present Neil Simon’s Barefoot in the Park, March 9th-11th and 16th-18th at Stage 9 in Downtown Hutchinson. This beloved comedy is not only hilariously funny.Paul and Corie Bratter are newlyweds in every sense of the... Read More.