Hutchinson News

Hutch High Announces SCKMEA Qualifiers

Monday, November 13

By Hutchinson Public Schools HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Saturday, November 4th, Hutchinson High School band, orchestra and choir students traveled to Goddard to audition for the South Central Kansas Music Educators Association (SCKMEA) Honors Groups. Of the 57 students who...

Unveiling of the Eternal Flame at the Soldiers and Sailors Memorial

Friday, November 10

By the City of Hutchinson HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Today, the City of Hutchinson, in collaboration with community partners, neighbors, and the distinguished veterans who have valiantly served our nation, marked the unveiling...

October Home Sales Down, Prices Up

Friday, November 10

By Lucky Kidd Home sales during October in the Mid-Kansas area declined by 22.1 percent from a year ago. Prairie Land Realtors reports 95 homes were sold in their area last month through their Mid-Kansas Multiple Listing Service. The...

Hutchinson Community College President Carter File Announces Retirement

Friday, November 10

By Hutchinson Community College HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Community College President Carter File announced on Thursday his intent to retire in 2024.File submitted his request to the college board of trustees indicating his intent to retire effective...

Reno County Planners Delay Action on Solar Regulations

Thursday, November 9

By Lucky Kidd RENO COUNTY, Kan. — The Reno County Planning Commission heard over an hour and a half of comments from citizens Thursday night regarding proposed solar energy regulation, after which they indicated a desire to take time...

Hutchinson Fire Department and Hutchinson Regional Medical Center Collaborate on Infant Safety Box Project

Thursday, November 9

By the Hutchinson Fire Department and Hutchinson Regional Medical Center HUTCHINSON, Kan. — This week the Hutchinson Fire Department, in collaboration with Hutchinson Regional Medical Center, launched an initiative to raise funds to install two Hope's Cradles into two...

Efforts of Emergency Personnel Highlighted During Crash Responder Safety Week, Nov. 13-17

Thursday, November 9

By the Kansas Department of Transportation TOPEKA, Kan. — More than 80,000 vehicles are involved in crashes across Kansas each year, with emergency responders putting their personal safety at risk at every scene. With that in mind, “Protect Those Who Protect...

Commerce Announces First ‘Made in Kansas’ Participants

Wednesday, November 8

By the Kansas Department of Commerce TOPEKA, Kan. – Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland today announced 13 manufacturers have been accepted into the department’s Made in Kansas program. Made in Kansas is sponsored by the Kansas...

Doug Hollingsworth Honored at State InterHab Awards

Wednesday, November 8

By TECH WICHITA, Kan. — The Art & Awards Ceremony recognizes the personal and professional achievements of Kansans with disabilities and celebrates exceptional professionals from across the region who are committed to providing the best possible outcomes for the...

Voters Approve Repeal of 30 Percent Food Sale Requirement for Liquor by the Drink

Wednesday, November 8

By Lucky Kidd RENO COUNTY, Kan. — Reno County voters Tuesday overwhelmingly approved repeal of a 30 percent food sales requirement for liquor by the drink. Results last night from the Reno County Clerk's Office had 5,407 votes cast...

Reno County Election: School Board and Citywide Races

Wednesday, November 8

By Lucky Kidd RENO COUNTY, Kan. — Hutchinson area voters appear to have turned out four incumbents in Tuesday's elections.Scott Meggers defeated Stuart Conklin 798-563 for the Northeast District seat on the Hutchinson City Council. Conklin had...

Buhler USD 313 Schools to Have Two Hour Late Start Nov. 8 Due to Dense Fog Conditions

Tuesday, November 7

By Buhler USD 313 BUHLER, Kan. — Due to the dense fog conditions predicted tomorrow morning, Buhler USD 313 will start two hours late on Wednesday, Nov. 8th. Please see your email for specific building start times and information.All schools will start two hours late...