Hutchinson News

United Way 2024-2025 Campaign Underway in Reno County

Tuesday, October 15

RENO COUNTY, Kan. — The United Way of Reno County is excited to announce the successful launch of its 2024-2025 campaign. Under the leadership of campaign co-chairs Keith and Angie Zwickl, and the Campaign Hype Squad, the campaign is making remarkable progress. This year's... Read More.

Man Convicted of Running Over Nickerson Family

Monday, October 14

By Lucky Kidd LOUISVILLE, Ky. — A Kentucky jury has convicted a man who ran down four members of a Nickerson Family in July 2022, killing one and critically injuring two others.A Jefferson County, (Ky) jury deliberated less than two hours before finding Michael Hurley... Read More.

Hutchinson Zoo Achieves Prestigious AZA Accreditation and Celebrates with Special Event

Monday, October 14

By the City of Hutchinson HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Zoo is thrilled to announce that it has received accreditation from the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), a prestigious honor granted to only the top zoos and aquariums worldwide. This recognition was awarded during... Read More.

Interested in Being a 2025 Fair Ambassador?

Monday, October 14

By the Kansas State Fair HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Kansas State Fair is gauging interest now and want to know how many Fairified superfans (all ages, and from all over Kansas) would participate.How it works:The Kansas State Fair will select social ambassadors to represent... Read More.

Coolest Innovation Named In 2024 Coolest Thing Made In Kansas Contest

Sunday, October 13

By the Kansas Manufacturing Council WICHITA, Kan. — The Kansas Manufacturing Council (KMC) on Tuesday announced the Stacker 8500 is the winner of the 2024 Coolest Thing Made In Kansas - Coolest Innovation ."The KMC is excited to celebrate the Stacker 8500 manufactured by... Read More.

TECH Gala Tickets Now on Sale – Secure Yours Before They Sell Out

Friday, October 11

A Vintage Christmas - Saturday, November 23, 2024 By TECH, Inc. HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Tickets are currently on sale for the '24 TECH Gala. You can purchase individual tickets for $150 each or a Reserved Table of 8 for $1,500. Some Live Auction Trips this... Read More.

USD 308 Announces 2026 KTOY Candidates

Friday, October 11

By Hutchinson Public Schools HUTCHINSON Kan. — Hutchinson Public Schools has announced their Kansas Teacher of the Year candidates, Melissa Swaim and Tara Urban.The Kansas Teacher of the Year program honors exceptional educators across the state, recognizing their dedication and impact on students and communities.... Read More.

Drug Distribution Resulting in Death Arrest

Friday, October 11

By Hutchinson Police Department HUTCHINSON, Kan. (Oct. 10, 2024) — On Wednesday October 9th, 2024, Officers with Hutchinson Police Department Special Operations Unit arrested Shay L. Kane, 37 years old, Eureka, Kansas, on a probable cause warrant for distribution of a controlled substance resulting in... Read More.

State Experts Urge Motorists to Use Caution During Peak Deer Season

Thursday, October 10

By the Kansas Highway Patrol KANSAS — This time of year marks the period when vehicle-deer collisions increase, and Kansas roadways are no exception. That’s why the Kansas Highway Patrol, Kansas Department of Transportation, Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks, Kansas Turnpike Authority and AAA... Read More.

Home Sales Up Slightly in September

Wednesday, October 9

By Lucky Kidd For the month of September, 129 homes were sold in the territory served by Prairie Land Realtors Mid-Kansas Multiple Listing Service, up two homes from a year ago, with the sales volume of $25.8 million up by 20.3 percent from a year... Read More.

Reno County Tax Sale is Next Month at Memorial Hall

Wednesday, October 9

By Reno County, Kansas RENO COUNTY, Kan. — The Reno County Tax Sale will be held at 9 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 14th, 2024.To view a current list of the properties that are up for auction please visit https://www.whiteoakhomesks.com/pages/auction. The list can also be... Read More.

Reno County Residents Invited to Community Workshops

Wednesday, October 9

By Hutchinson Community Foundation RENO COUNTY, Kan. — Reno County residents are invited to bring their curiosity and ideas for their communities to a series of workshops in October and November as part of Hutchinson Community Foundation’s Love Where You Live Community Empowerment Initiative.Hutch CF... Read More.