Hutchinson News

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.

Atrium Ordered Demolished at Hutchinson City Council Meeting Oct. 1

Tuesday, October 1

By Lucky Kidd HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson City Council Tuesday evening voted to proceed with demolition of the Atrium Hotel and Convention Center at 1400 North Lorraine. The unanimous vote to move forward came after the owner of the property (which closed in December... Read More.

Hutch Fest Taking Place this Friday and Saturday (Oct. 4 & 5) in Downtown Hutch

Tuesday, October 1

By Hutch Rec HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutch Rec, in a partnership with the Downtown Hutch Rod Run, is excited to release the line-up of activities and events taking place during Hutch Fest this weekend in Downtown Hutchinson, October 4 & 5.Hutch Fest featured events include:... Read More.

Dr. Johnson, USD 308 Superintendent, Promoted to Brigadier General

Tuesday, October 1

By Hutchinson Public Schools HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Effective September 3, 2024, Colonel Dawn M. Johnson of Hutchinson, Kansas, was officially promoted to Brigadier General in the United States Army Reserve. BG Johnson currently serves as the Commander of the 143 Sustainment Command (Expeditionary) in Orlando,... Read More.

Atrium Demolition Decision Could Come Tuesday

Sunday, September 29

By Lucky Kidd HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Although staff was willing to give a little on some of the time frames and the amount of bond owner Josiah Joseph would have to post, the Hutchinson City Council may take action to order demolition of the Atrium... Read More.

Union Pacific Announces Scheduled Crossing Maintenance on E 30th Ave

Saturday, September 28

By the City of Hutchinson HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Union Pacific Railroad will be conducting essential maintenance work on the railroad crossing at E 30th Ave. To ensure the safety of both workers and the public, this crossing will be closed for a two-day period. Closure Details: The... Read More.

Hutchinson Murder Conviction Reversed

Friday, September 27

By Lucky Kidd HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Kansas Supreme Court has ordered a new trial for a Hutchinson man who was convicted of first degree felony murder in a case where he went through multiple attorneys and ultimately had to represent himself.Brennan Trass was convicted... Read More.

U.S. 50 Bridge Repair Project to Begin in Reno County

Friday, September 27

By the Kansas Department of Transportation RENO COUNTY, Kan. — U.S. 50 bridge repair work will start soon in eastern Reno County.The Kansas Department of Transportation project is on the U.S. 50 bridge over a railroad three-quarters of a mile west of the Reno/Harvey County... Read More.

Hutchinson High School Class of 2004 Celebrating 20th Reunion Saturday, Oct. 5th at the Cosmosphere

Thursday, September 26

By the Hutchinson High School Class of 2004 HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson High School class of 2004 will be celebrating its 20th reunion on Saturday, October 5th at The Kansas Cosmosphere and Space Center. This will be an action-packed weekend in conjunction with The... Read More.

2024 People’s Choice Tournament Reaches Final Four Coolest Kansas-Made Products

Thursday, September 26

By the Kansas Manufacturing Council TOPEKA, Kan. — The 2023 Coolest Thing Made In Kansas - People's Choice tournament on Thursday reached its final four products.Presented by Forvis Mazars, Kansans cast more than 10,000 votes during the second round of tournament voting that concluded... Read More.

Opioid Settlement Funds Awarded and Successful Updates Shared and Request for Proposals: Reno County/Hutchinson Fights Addiction Fund

Wednesday, September 25

By Reno County, Kansas Opioid Settlement Funds AwardedIn 2024, the Opioid Settlement Funds Advisory Oversight Committee has awarded close to $100,000 in grant funding out of the nearly $300,000 that they have received for the two funds. The grant funding was awarded to Horizons Mental... Read More.