Hutchinson News

Applications for 2026 Boys State of Kansas Session Open

Monday, December 1

December 1, 2025 — The American Legion Boys State of Kansas is accepting applications for its 2026 session. The event is set to be held Sunday, May 31, through Saturday, June 6, at Kansas State University in Manhattan. This will be the program’s... Read More.

Hutchinson Fire Department Responds to 700 Block of Avenue C for Garage Fire

Sunday, November 30

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — At 3:40 p.m. the Hutchinson Fire Department was called to 719 E Avenue C for a garage fire. Upon arrival, crews found heavy smoke coming from the garage. Crews made an aggressive interior attack on the garage where they found fire... Read More.

Hutchinson Garage Fire Contained, One Hospitalized for Smoke Inhalation

Wednesday, November 26

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — At 6:55 a.m. the Hutchinson Fire Department was called to the 3500 block of Blanchard SW for a structure fire.Upon the arrival of the first fire engine, they found an attached garage that had heavy smoke coming from it.The crew made... Read More.

Lofton Presented with 2025 Governor’s Tourism Award

Wednesday, November 26

The 2025 recipient of the Governor’s Tourism Award was awarded to Holly Lofton, Director of the Lindsborg Convention and Visitors Bureau. Lieutenant Governor and Commerce Secretary David Toland personally presented Lofton with the award during the 2026 Kansas Tourism Conference.This annual award was established... Read More.

Beyond Barriers Invites Year-End Giving to Help Kansans Live Independently

Tuesday, November 25

PRATT, DODGE CITY & HUTCHINSON, Kan. (November 2025) — As the year comes to a close, Beyond Barriers is inviting community members to make a year-end contribution to help individuals with disabilities and aging Kansans achieve greater independence across the 60 counties it serves. In 2025... Read More.

Hutchinson’s Historic Fox Theatre Launches Holiday Giving Promotion Beginning This Weekend

Tuesday, November 25

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson’s Historic Fox Theatre is kicking off the season of giving this weekend following Thanksgiving with a special community-focused promotion. Patrons who bring a non-perishable food item to the theatre will receive a free popcorn coupon—valid during the December Christmas Film... Read More.

Temporary Road Closure on N. Plum Street for Storm Line Repair Beginning December 8th

Tuesday, November 25

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – [November 25, 2025]- The City of Hutchinson Public Works Department will begin repairs on Monday, December 8, to address a failure in the stormwater line crossing N. Plum Street between East 3rd Avenue and East 4th Avenue. Due to the severity of... Read More.

Salina Sets Mail Ballot Election on Pit Bull Ban Repeal, Advances City Projects

Tuesday, November 25

SALINA, Kan. — On a 4-1 vote Salina City Commissioners have set Feb. 24 for a mail ballot election on repeal of the city's pit bull ban. The election comes about after a petition was validated calling for the election to repeal the ban... Read More.

Nearly 80 Reno County Students Gain Career Experience Through Disability Mentoring Day

Tuesday, November 25

HUTCHINSON, KS — Nearly 80 students from schools across Reno County participated in this year’s Disability Mentoring Day (DMD) in Hutchinson, hosted by Beyond Barriers on October 15. The event connected high school students with disabilities to local businesses for hands-on career exploration and... Read More.

Hutchinson Fire Department Performs Rescue from Extreme Carbon Monoxide Environment

Tuesday, November 25

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (November 24, 2025) - The Hutchinson Fire Department was dispatched to the 1200 block of East 30th at 22:43 hrs for an unconscious person. While enroute dispatch advised that the circumstances were unknown but could be a gas or chemical issue. Upon... Read More.

The Heart of the Holidays: Supporting Our Local Business

Tuesday, November 25

The real magic of the holidays usually isn't found in grand gestures. It’s in the small things—the familiar wave from a neighbor or a friendly conversation over a shop counter. This year, on Saturday, November 29, 2025, we have a wonderful chance to celebrate... Read More.

Kansas Child Care Zones Program Supports Communities Working to Address Local Child Care Issues

Monday, November 24

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment launched the Child Care Zones program in 2025 to support communities working to address local child care issues. A Child Care Zone is a self-defined geographic area (of at least two counties) that receives state-level support to... Read More.