Hutchinson News

Heavy Rain and Wind Causes Flooding, Power Outages

Sunday, June 9

By Lucky Kidd Late Saturday night storms brought high winds, heavy rain and flooding to parts of Kansas Saturday night into early Sunday morning. Wind gusts between 60-70 miles an hour were reported across many areas of southwest into...

Leading Kansas Internet Provider IdeaTek Celebrates 25 Years

Saturday, June 8

By IdeaTek BUHLER, Kan. — In 1999, a high school senior project in Buhler, Kansas, took root.Over the past 25 years, it has transformed into IdeaTek, the leading fiber internet service provider in Kansas.This year marks IdeaTek's 25th anniversary,...

Hay Bale Fire Friday Night Near Turon

Saturday, June 8

By Lucky Kidd RENO COUNTY, Kan. — A hay bale fire that started Friday night at Turon Feedlot is expected to continue burning for several days. Reno County Fire Administrator Travis Vogt said the fire was reported about 9:30...

Former Hutch Mayor Out of State Broadband Director Position

Saturday, June 8

By Lucky KiddThe head of Kansas' Broadband Development program is out. Jade Piros de Carvalho, a former Hutchinson Mayor and City Council member, has confirmed in a social media post made Thursday she was terminated from...

Help Beat The Heat

Friday, June 7

By the Salvation Army HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Exciting news! Westlake Ace Hardware is back with its annual Fan Drive, supporting The Salvation Army. While stocking up on hardware supplies this spring, you can donate by rounding up your purchase...

Dillon Lecture Series Finalizes 2024 Lineup

Wednesday, June 5

Multiple Incidents Keep HFD Busy Tuesday Evening

Wednesday, June 5

By Hutchinson Fire Department HUTCHINSON, Kan. — At 12:17 AM, The Hutchinson Fire Department responded to the 300 BLK of North Severance for a report of a structure. Upon arrival, crews found a single-story residential structure with smoke showing...

Sunflower Cluster of Dog Shows to be Held at State Fairgrounds June 6-9

Monday, June 3

By Brenna Eller HUTCHINSON, Kan. — If you’re a fan of or have ever seen the Westminster dog shows, you won’t want to miss the

Legislative Race Recap: Contested Races for Vast Majority of Legislative Seats in Central Kansas Region

Monday, June 3

By Lucky KiddCENTRAL KANSAS — There will be contested races for the vast majority of legislative seats in the central Kansas region. As the filing deadline passed at noon Monday, Republican primary elections were assured for two open Kansas Senate...

Reno County Filings for 2024 Primary and General Election

Monday, June 3

By Lucky Kidd RENO COUNTY, Kan. — All three Reno County Commission seats on the ballot this year will be contested in the Republican primary and two will be at the November general election.Four fillings were made...

Tickets Now on Sale for the 2024 Kansas State Fair Demolition Derby

Monday, June 3

By the Kansas State Fair HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The ever-popular Demolition Derby is coming back to the Kansas State Fair on Monday, September 9 at 7:30 P.M. Fans can experience the crashing commotion and high-octane action for just $10...

Recipients of The June Beaver Trust Scholarship Announced at Kansas FFA Convention

Friday, May 31

By the Kansas FFA Association MANHATTAN, Kan. — A total of eight students were awarded with the June Beaver Trust Scholarship during the 96th Kansas FFA Convention, May 29 - May 31, 2024.Participating in the Kansas FFA...