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Kansas State Fair Celebrates New Sponsorships with Ribbon Cuttings at Fairgrounds

Wednesday, March 25

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (March 25, 2026) — The Kansas State Fair, in partnership with the Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce, celebrated two newly sponsored venues on the Fairgrounds today with ribbon cutting ceremonies recognizing Heartland Credit Union Pavilion and Kansas Star Casino Grandstand. The morning began with a... Read More.

UPDATE: Reno County Teen Found Safe

Wednesday, March 25

UPDATE- RENO COUNTY, Kan. - Braedyn is safe and has been located. RENO COUNTY, Kan. - On March 24th, 2026 at approximately 10:33 PM, deputies responded to an address on Barnes Lake Rd for the report of a runaway. Braedyn Weins is a 13 year old... Read More.

Hats & Horses Returns May 2, 2026 – A Premier Derby-Inspired Fundraiser Supporting the Kansas State Fairgrounds

Wednesday, March 25

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – The Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation invites the community, business leaders, and Derby enthusiasts to an unforgettable evening of elegance, entertainment, and philanthropy at its luxury fundraising event, Hats & Horses, taking place Saturday, May 2, 2026, at the 1861 Club on the Kansas State Fairgrounds. Inspired... Read More.

Statewide Silver Alert Canceled, Great Bend Man Located Safe

Tuesday, March 24

BARTON COUNTY, Kan. – The Barton County Sheriff’s Office reported to the Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) that James R. Stevens, 77, was located safe tonight in Kearny County. The Statewide Silver Alert is now canceled. Earlier Release | March 24 BARTON COUNTY, Kan. – The Barton... Read More.

Celebrate Easter at the Cosmosphere with an Out-of-This-World Egg Hunt

Tuesday, March 24

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Families are invited to celebrate Easter in a truly unique way at the Cosmosphere on Saturday, April 4. This special event combines holiday fun with hands-on exploration, offering activities for guests of all ages throughout the day. The celebration will feature outdoor... Read More.

Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation Announces the Third Annual Kansas State Fair T-Shirt Contest

Monday, March 23

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - The Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation is hosting a t-shirt design contest for the 2026 Kansas State Fair. Entries will be accepted until March 29, 2026. Online voting will take place on Facebook until April 29, 2026. Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation is excited to sponsor... Read More.

Careyville Tornado Siren Relocates to Improve Coverage

Monday, March 23

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - The City of Hutchinson is notifying residents in the Careyville subdivision that the outdoor emergency warning siren serving the area is currently offline due to an equipment failure, possibly related to a lightning strike. Because the siren is aging and its current... Read More.

Governor Kelly Signs Bipartisan Bill Banning Cell Phone Use During School Day

Friday, March 20

TOPEKA, Kan. – Governor Laura Kelly has signed Senate Substitute for Substitute for House Bill 2299 (Sub for HB 2299), banning the use of cell phones and personal electronic devices during the school day. Governor Kelly signed the bill on Thursday alongside... Read More.

U.S. Nationals Horseshoe Pitching Tournament Coming to Hutchinson, Kansas

Wednesday, March 18

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The U.S. Nationals Horseshoe Pitching Tournament will bring competitors from across the country to Rice Park in Hutchinson, Kansas, May 29–31, 2026. Hosted by the Rice Park Horseshoe Club, Visit Hutch and sanctioned by the National Horseshoe Pitchers Association (NHPA), the... Read More.

Ye Old Mill Preservation and Renewal Campaign Underway

Wednesday, March 18

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – An enthusiastic group gathered Wednesday morning in front of Ye Old Mill on the Kansas State Fairgrounds to celebrate the official kickstart of the Ye Old Mill Preservation and Renewal Campaign. Bridgette Jobe, Director of the Kansas Tourism Division, presented a check... Read More.

City of Hutchinson Invites the Community to Water Treatment Open House

Tuesday, March 17

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – [March 17, 2026]- The City of Hutchinson is inviting residents to get a behind-the-scenes look at how safe, reliable water services are delivered every day during a Water Utilities Open House on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. This... Read More.

Mill and Overlay to Begin West of Kingman

Tuesday, March 17

KINGMAN COUNTY, Kan. - The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) will begin an overlay project on U.S 54 in Kingman County on March 30. The project will improve the road surface, extending the pavement’s service life. Work will occur on approximately 5 miles of U.S. 54... Read More.