Hutchinson News

Station Upgrades Set for Wednesday, October 9th

Tuesday, October 8

ATTENTION LISTENERS 94.7 KSKU will be receiving some exciting upgrades starting Wednesday, October 9th! For about 24 hours from noon on Wednesday you may experience reception issues for 94.7 KSKU while we are preforming the upgrades.We apologize for any interruptions. These upgrades allow us to... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces $6.8M Investment for Nine New Electric Vehicle Charging Stations

Monday, October 7

By the Kansas Office of the Governor TOPEKA, Kan. (Oct. 3, 2024) — Governor Laura Kelly announced today that more than $6.8 million in federal funds will be directed to nine new locations selected for the state’s National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula program. These... Read More.

Kansas-Owned Businesses Recognized at Commerce’s ‘To The Stars’ Ceremony

Monday, October 7

By the Kansas Department of Commerce GREAT BEND, Kan. (Oct. 3, 2024) — Kansas businesses and entrepreneurs were honored Thursday night during the Kansas Department of Commerce’s 2024 To The Stars: Kansas Business Awards ceremony at the Great Bend Convention and Visitors Bureau. The event... Read More.

KDOT Announces Approved September Bids

Monday, October 7

By the Kansas Department of Transportation The Kansas Department of Transportation announces approved bids for state highway construction and maintenance projects. The letting took place Sept. 18, 2024, in Topeka.Some of the bids may include multiple projects that have been bundled based on proximity and... Read More.

Public Works to Begin Annual Waterline Flushing and Fire Hydrant Maintenance Program

Friday, October 4

By the City of Hutchinson Public Works Department HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Beginning October 7th and lasting through November, the City of Hutchinson Public Works Department will be working to complete the annual waterline flushing and fire hydrant maintenance program. Some areas may experience discolored or... Read More.

Hutchinson Fire Department Urges Residents to Make Sure Smoke Alarms are Working

Friday, October 4

"The theme for Fire Prevention Week, October 6-12, 2024 is “Smoke alarms; Make sure they work for you!” By the Hutchinson Fire Department HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Fire Department is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®)—the official sponsor of Fire Prevention WeekTM... Read More.

Dedication Set for K-96 Highway Signs Honoring Vietnam War Soldier From Haven

Friday, October 4

By Jake Feil HAVEN, Kan. — A dedication for K-96 signs memorializing a soldier from Haven, killed during the Vietnam War, will be held Oct. 26.The Kansas Department of Transportation will install the two signs along K-96 at Haven in honor of Army Pfc. Henry... Read More.

One-Day Traffic Detours for Railroad Signal Work on 17th Ave and 4th Ave

Thursday, October 3

By the City of Hutchinson HUTCHINSON, Kan. — One-day traffic detours will be in effect on 17th Avenue and 4th Avenue to accommodate essential railroad signal work performed by Advance WorkZone. Please see each detour map. Detour Schedule: October 6, 2024 – 17th Ave:Westbound Traffic:... Read More.

Board of Regents Releases Fall Enrollment Numbers

Wednesday, October 2

By Lucky KiddThe Kansas Board of Regents has released fall semester enrollment figures. Based on the 20th day fall census, enrollment across Kansas' public higher education system is up by four percent compared to last year's 20th day numbers. Regents Chair Carl Ice said... Read More.

Governor Laura Kelly Declares October as Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Awareness Month

Wednesday, October 2

By the Kansas Department of Health and Environment KANSAS — Governor Laura Kelly proclaims the month of October as Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Awareness Month. The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) is committed to reducing childhood lead poisoning in the state due to... Read More.

KDA and KDHE Remind Kansans to Vaccinate Animals Against Rabies

Wednesday, October 2

By the Kansas Department of Agriculture MANHATTAN, Kan. — The Kansas Department of Agriculture and the Kansas Department of Health and Environment together advise Kansans to be alert to the human health risk caused by unvaccinated animals, following a second detection of rabies in a... Read More.

Three Counties State Opposition to NIETC Proposal

Wednesday, October 2

By Lucky Kidd GREAT BEND, Kan. — County Commissioners from Barton, Pawnee and Russell Counties voted Tuesday night to submit joint comments to the U.S. Department of Energy opposing their Midwest Plains National Interest Electric Transmission Corridor concept. This came during a joint meeting... Read More.