Hutchinson News

Old Chicago Pizza + Taproom Rolls Out the Dough For Hutchinson Grand Opening

Tuesday, December 9

Beloved pizza concept rings in Hilton Garden Inn restaurant with special offerings, giveaways and a ribbon-cutting ceremony HUTCHINSON, Kan. (Dec. 3, 2025) — Old Chicago Pizza + Taproom, known for its legendary scratch-made pizza, rotating lineup of local craft beers, and a neighborhood-friendly... Read More.

Sentencing Delayed in 2024 Firearm Incident in Inman

Tuesday, December 9

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — Sentencing for a man who discharged a weapon into two homes and a vehicle in Inman in December 2024 has been continued. According to the McPherson County Attorney's Office the sentencing for Benjamin Schwindt that was to have taken place... Read More.

Reno County Agencies, Groups Invited to Apply for YPC Grants

Monday, December 8

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - Hutchinson Community Foundation is now accepting proposals for 2026 Youth Philanthropy Council grants. Each spring the Youth Philanthropy Council, made up of Reno County high school students, distributes approximately $5,000 in grants to youth-serving organizations from the Richard W. Dillon Memorial Fund... Read More.

Kansas Broadband Receives Federal Approval for $166.6M BEAD Final Proposal

Monday, December 8

TOPEKA, Kan. (December 8, 2025) – Governor Laura Kelly announced today that the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) has approved the Kansas Office of Broadband Development’s (KOBD) $166.6 million final proposal for the Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment (BEAD) program. The approval represents... Read More.

StartUp Hutch Hosts “Small Town, Big Ideas” Workshop to Kickstart Small Business Growth in Buhler

Monday, December 8

HUTCHINSON, Kan., – StartUp Hutch will host its first Small Town, Big Ideas entrepreneurship workshop in Buhler on Tuesday, December 16, offering hands-on training, practical business guidance, and direct connections to local resources for entrepreneurs at every stage of their journey. The event will run from 4:00–7:00 p.m.... Read More.

Lights Up, Boots On: Gilley’s Park City Opens Its Doors December 15th at 6pm

Monday, December 8

Grand Opening kicks off a season of live music, intimate concerts with only 500 tickets available per show, special events, and non-stop entertainment. PARK CITY, Kan. – December 8, 2025 – The wait is over. Gilley’s Park City officially opens Monday, December 15, 2025 at... Read More.

Salthawk Girls Drop Two Games During Weekend

Sunday, December 7

The Hutchinson High girls basketball team opened the season with a pair of losses during a weekend classic at the Salthawk Activity Center.Friday, Hutchinson fell 53-41 to Bishop Carroll, and on Saturday, 45-31 to Andover Central.The Salthawks will travel Tuesday to Maize.

Buying Firewood? Knowing Heat Values Could Aid Your Choice

Friday, December 5

K-State horticulture expert gives tips for choosing firewood MANHATTAN, Kan. — Not all firewood is created equal.That’s the word from Kansas State University horticulture expert Cynthia Domenghini, who said the wood from some tree species produces more heat than others.High on the list are red,... Read More.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Hutchinson Names Gabriel as 2025 Youth of the Year

Friday, December 5

Pictured: Gabriel Marcum, 2025 Youth of the YearHUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Boys & Girls Clubs of Hutchinson is proud to announce Gabriel as the 2025 Youth of the Year, the Club’s highest honor recognizing extraordinary leadership, character, and commitment to service.Gabriel has distinguished himself... Read More.

City of Hutchinson Provides Updates on Woody Seat Project, Winter Storm Plans and Holiday Events

Thursday, December 4

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The City of Hutchinson has provided the following updates to keep the community informed on what all is happening. WOODY SEAT ROADWAY PROJECT UPDATE Construction on the Woody Seat Phase 2 project continues to make strong progress. According to Construction Inspector Charles Hensley,... Read More.

Celebrate New Year’s Eve at the Cosmosphere

Thursday, December 4

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – The Cosmosphere is hosting a New Year’s Eve Event on December 31st 4:00 pm to 9:30 pm. Ticket cost is $40, $75 for couples.Join us at the Cosmosphere December 31st to kick off the New Year with live music, beer, wine,... Read More.

Get Your Bling On With The Salvation Army and Westphal Jewelers

Thursday, December 4

HUTCHISON, Kan. - Westphal Jewelers and The Salvation Army are teaming up to challenge you to get your “Bling On”!Each year the cost of raising money continues to go up with needing to pay bell ringers to cover the hours when volunteers aren’t available.... Read More.