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Kansas State Board of Education Names Finalists for Commissioner of Education

Tuesday, March 31

TOPEKA, Kan. — The Kansas State Board of Education has named three finalists for the position of Kansas commissioner of education following a national search conducted in partnership with Hazard, Young, Attea & Associates. The Board will announce the next commissioner during its April 14 meeting. The... Read More.

Cosmosphere Confirms Artemis II Launch Watch Party Plans as April 1 Launch Approaches

Monday, March 30

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — As anticipation builds for NASA’s Artemis II mission, the Cosmosphere is confirming plans for its Artemis II Launch Watch Party, scheduled to align with the currently targeted launch on April 1, 2026 at 5:24 PM CST. With the launch date rapidly approaching,... Read More.

KBI Conducting Death Investigation in Ellsworth County

Monday, March 30

ELLSWORTH COUNTY, Kan. – The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) is assisting the Ellsworth County Sheriff’s Office with investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 5-year-old in Brookville, Kansas. On Saturday, March 28, at approximately 3:15 p.m., a caller from a residence located south... Read More.

Officer Involved Shooting in Hutchinson

Monday, March 30

RENO COUNTY, Kan. – The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) is investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred Sunday evening in Hutchinson, Kansas. On March 29, at approximately 10 p.m., the Hutchinson Police Department requested KBI assistance. KBI agents and the Crime Scene Response Team responded... Read More.

StartUp Hutch Awarded Fund for Reno County Grant to Support Rural Business Resilience & Expansion Initiative

Monday, March 30

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — March 30, 2026 — StartUp Hutch has been awarded a $15,000 grant from the Hutchinson Community Foundation’s Fund for Reno County to support its Rural Business Resilience & Expansion Microgrant Initiative in rural Reno County. Funding will help support the initiative through coaching, facilitated... Read More.

One Person in Critical Condition Following Sunday Shooting in North Hutchinson

Monday, March 30

UPDATE: The Kansas Bureau of Investigation has released additional details regarding Sunday night's shooting incident. Read the full release here. HUTCHINSON, Kan. - On Sunday night, multiple emergency units were seen responding to the 200 block of West 28th Avenue in Hutchinson. Reno... Read More.

City of Hutchinson Announces Railroad Crossing Closure Scheduled at 11th Street

Friday, March 27

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – [March 27, 2026]- A temporary railroad crossing closure is scheduled for Tuesday, March 31, at 11th Avenue. Union Pacific will be conducting maintenance work at the crossing, which will require a full closure of the roadway from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Please note... Read More.

Jeremy Unruh Named City of Hutchinson Fire Chief

Friday, March 27

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – [March 27, 2026]- The City of Hutchinson has appointed Jeremy Unruh as Fire Chief for the Hutchinson Fire Department. A 27-year veteran of the Hutchinson Fire Department and a second-generation firefighter, Unruh steps into the role with deep experience, strong leadership, and... Read More.

Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation Seeks Nominations for Wall of Honor

Friday, March 27

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation (KFF) is now accepting nominations for its prestigious Wall of Honor, an annual recognition established in 2005 to celebrate individuals, businesses, and organizations that have made — or continue to make — a significant difference in the Kansas... Read More.

Hutchinson Community College to Host Annual Career Fair

Thursday, March 26

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Hutchinson Community College will host its annual Career Connections Job Fair Thursday, April 2 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Hutchinson Sports Arena. More than 120 employers have registered to attend seeking candidates for full-time, part-time and internship opportunities. A... Read More.

The Center for Counseling & Consultation Announces New Community Events Focused on Hope, Wellness, and Connection in 2026

Wednesday, March 25

GREAT BEND, Kan. — The Center for Counseling & Consultation is excited to announce three new community events for 2026, each designed to bring people together around mental wellness, connection, and support. These events will be open to the public and will offer engaging,... Read More.

KBI Arrests Former Community Corrections Officer for Forgery and Judicial Interference

Wednesday, March 25

BARTON COUNTY, Kan. – The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) arrested a Central Kansas Community Corrections (CKCC) employee for allegedly forging legal documents and judicial signatures in two Kansas counties. On September 5, 2023, the CKCC requested the KBI investigate forgery of court documents submitted... Read More.