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Application Period Open for Hutchinson Community Foundation Scholarships

Wednesday, January 14

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - Qualifying high school seniors are encouraged to apply for scholarships administered annually at Hutchinson Community Foundation. The deadline to apply for the following scholarships is noon March 27. Denny Hart Family Athletic Scholarship Family... Read More.

Governor Kelly Unveils Fiscal Year 2027 Budget

Wednesday, January 14

TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly announced on Wednesday her annual budget, which provides a path back to structural balance and continues to fully fund Kansas public schools. The budget also includes investments in Kansas’ water needs, early childhood, health care, public safety, and more.... Read More.

Moundridge Community Groups Launch Maddie Kaufman Playground Fund

Wednesday, January 14

MOUNDRIDGE, Kan. — The Moundridge Lions Club, along with partnering groups and community members, has launched a fundraising campaign for a new playground in memory of Maddie Kaufman, an eight-year-old girl who passed away Nov. 21 after a 13.5-month battle with Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine... Read More.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Hutchinson Announces New Board Members and Honors Outgoing Directors

Wednesday, January 14

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Boys & Girls Clubs of Hutchinson is proud to announce the appointment of three new members to its Board of Directors while also recognizing and thanking three dedicated leaders whose terms are coming to a close. The organization welcomes Oscar Garcia, Andrew... Read More.

McPherson College Gallery Showcases the Work of Michaela Valli Groeblacher and Kim Stanley

Wednesday, January 14

McPHERSON, Kan. — A new exhibition featuring the art of Michaela Valli Groeblacher and the poetry of Kim Stanley is now on display at McPherson College’s Friendship Hall Gallery. The public is invited to an opening reception from noon to 1 p.m., Friday, January... Read More.

KCC will hold a public hearing on Reno County transmission line next week in Hutchinson

Wednesday, January 14

TOPEKA – The Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC) has scheduled a public hearing on Evergy’s application for approval to site a 15-mile, 345 kV electric transmission line in Reno County. The proposed line would connect the future McNew natural gas plant, located near South McNew Road and... Read More.

Terry and Dee Bisbee Commit Gift to Support HutchCC Students and Programs

Wednesday, January 14

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - The Hutchinson Community College Endowment Association is honored to announce a $100,000 gift from longtime supporters Terry and Dee Bisbee, creating a new scholarship opportunity for students and providing critical support for key college programs. Through their generosity, the Bisbees have endowed... Read More.

Hutchinson Clinic and United Way of Reno County Expand Reno Connections Partnership with New Location on Main Street

Tuesday, January 13

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Clinic and United Way of Reno County (UWRC) are proud to announce the expansion of their ongoing partnership through Reno Connections, bringing vital community resources directly to more patients and families in Reno County. Since July 2025, Hutchinson Clinic has hosted... Read More.

Kansas Fish Consumption Advisories for 2026

Tuesday, January 13

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) (collectively, “Kansas”) is issuing fish consumption advisories for 2026. The following advisories identify types of fish, or other aquatic species, that should be eaten in limited quantities... Read More.

Hutchinson Fire Department Announces Mitigation Burns for 2026

Tuesday, January 13

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - The Hutchinson Fire Department will conduct its annual mitigation burns on Wednesdays and Thursdays from January 21 through February 19, between 1100 and 1700 hours, weather permitting. These planned burns are part of the department’s ongoing efforts to reduce fire risk and... Read More.

Tom Brown Concludes Nearly 17 Years as McPherson Mayor; City Swears in New Mayor Jim Loving

Tuesday, January 13

McPHERSON, Kan. — Jim Loving was sworn in by City Clerk Leah Kawanguzi (KAW-WAN-GUZI) this morning as McPherson's new mayor. Loving, a retired executive with CHS, was unopposed in last November's general election to succeed Tom Brown, who concluded his nearly 17 years as mayor,... Read More.

McPherson USD 418 Starts Process of Determining Elementary School Boundaries for 2026-27

Monday, January 12

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson USD 418 Board of Education Monday night began the process of determining elementary school boundaries for the 2026-27 school year. The board heard a presentation from Ginna (GINA) Wallace from RFP which is assisting the district in the process... Read More.