Hutchinson News

Prairie Land Realtors Mid Kansas Report Shows Increase in Home Sales for July

Monday, August 19

By Lucky Kidd SOUTH CENTRAL, Kan. — Home sales made through Prairie Land Realtors' Mid Kansas Multiple Listing Service during July was up 7.2% from a year ago. A total of 149 homes were sold in their territory compared to 139 units for the month... Read More.

Kansas Unemployment Up Over Month, Year

Friday, August 16

Labor Market Report: July 2024 By the Kansas Department of Labor Preliminary estimates reported by the Labor Market Information Services (LMIS) division of the Kansas Department of Labor (KDOL) and the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) show a seasonally adjusted unemployment rate of 3.2% in July.... Read More.

Central Christian School to Partner with Superior Boiler on New Child Care Facility

Friday, August 16

By Amber Osner, Central Christian School HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Central Christian School of Hutchinson, Kansas, is pleased to announce an important partnership with Superior Boiler of Hutchinson.This partnership will see Superior Boiler providing financial support for the construction of a new child care facility at... Read More.

Cancer Council of Reno County Announces New Executive Director

Friday, August 16

By the Cancer Council of Reno County HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Cancer Council of Reno County is pleased to announce Ashley Thompson as its new Executive Director! Ashley brings a wealth of experience and dedication to her new role, having served as the Director of... Read More.

Buhler USD 313 Celebrates Grand Opening of Ad Astra Academies Building

Friday, August 16

By Buhler USD 313 HUTCHINSON, Kan. — On Friday, August 16th, Buhler USD 313, Simpson Construction Services, and Landmark Architects proudly announces the grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Ad Astra Academies building, a state-of-the-art facility designed to support the rapid growth and... Read More.

August Virtual Job Fair Offers Kansas Jobseekers Hundreds of Opportunities

Thursday, August 15

By the Kansas Department of Commerce TOPEKA, Kan. (Aug. 14, 2024) — Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland is encouraging both jobseekers and employers searching for new talent to participate in the August Virtual Statewide Job Fair. Hosted by KANSASWORKS, the job... Read More.

Kansas Highway Patrol Update on Reno County Employee Crash Wednesday

Wednesday, August 14

By Lucky Kidd RENO COUNTY, Kan. — A single vehicle accident over the noon hour Wednesday west of Pretty Prairie resulted in three serious injuries and one fatality of Reno County Public Works employees. According to the Kansas Highway Patrol, a vehicle driven by Melvin Hoyle... Read More.

Tragic Accident Results in Three Serious Injuries and One Fatality to Reno County Public Works Department Employees

Wednesday, August 14

RENO COUNTY, Kan. — Reno County released a statement that a single-vehicle accident involving a Reno County Public Works Department vehicle occurred today, resulting in one fatality of an employee and serious injuries of three other employees. The accident, which occurred northwest of Pretty Prairie... Read More.

Multiple Emergency Agencies Respond to Sedgwick Elementary School for Freon Leak in HVAC System; No Injuries Reported

Wednesday, August 14

SEDGWICK, Kan. — Multiple agencies responded to a HazMat scene at the Sedgwick Elementary School on west 4th this afternoon. Newton Fire/EMS responded at approximately 1:30 PM for a reported structure fire but didn't find one upon arrival. However, a Freon leak in... Read More.

Buhler USD 313 Board of Education Approves 2024-25 Budget, Property Tax Levy to Increase

Tuesday, August 13

By Lucky Kidd BUHLER, Kan. — The Buhler USD 313 Board of Education Monday approved publication of a 2024-25 budget that carries a half mill increase in the property tax levy, though the actual amount of property tax paid to support the district may decline... Read More.

USD 308, Hutchinson Public Schools, Announces Significant Wage Increases Across All Staff Levels

Tuesday, August 13

By Hutchinson Public Schools HUTCHINSON, Kan. (Aug. 12, 2024) — USD 308, Hutchinson Public Schools, is proud to announce significant wage adjustments following the successful settlement of the professional negotiated agreement on August 12, 2024. These changes reflect the district's commitment to remaining competitive in... Read More.

KDOT’s Cost Share Program Applications Being Accepted

Monday, August 12

By the Kansas Department of Transportation KANSAS — The Kansas Department of Transportation is now accepting applications for the fall 2024 round of the agency’s Cost Share Program. More than $146 million has been given to Kansas communities since the Cost Share Program began in... Read More.