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Friday Afternoon Hampton Inn Fire in Hutchinson

Friday, September 6

By City of Hutchinson Fire Chief Steven Beer HUTCHINSON, Kan. — On 9/6/2024 at 12:17 p.m. the Hutchinson Fire Department was dispatched to the report of a commercial building fire at the Hampton Inn, 1401 1⁄2 E. 11th Avenue.Initial arriving crews found smoke coming from... Read More.

Grand Opening of the 1861 Club at the 2024 Kansas State Fair

Friday, September 6

By the Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Construction is finalized, and the 1861 Club celebrates its grand opening today, Friday, September 6th. The ribbon-cutting ceremony took place on Thursday, September 5th, with many current and former Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation board members and staff, Kansas... Read More.

Inman Heritage Museum Proudly Hosts Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony to Commemorate Newly Completed Inman Harvest Mural

Thursday, September 5

By the Inman Heritage Museum INMAN, Kan. — The Inman Heritage Museum is proud to announce their ribbon-cutting ceremony to commemorate the Inman Harvest Mural on September 13, 2024, at 11:00 AM near the Inman Grain Elevator. This event marks a significant milestone in the... Read More.

State Fair Traffic Update

Thursday, September 5

By the City of Hutchinson HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The City of Hutchinson shared a reminder to be mindful of recent changes in traffic with the fair beginning Friday, Sept. 6, 2024.State Fair Road (Main Street to Plum) is closed to through traffic and will... Read More.

Hutch Fest Returns this Fall, Taking Place Oct. 4-5 in Downtown Hutchinson

Thursday, September 5

By Hutchinson Recreation HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutch Rec, in a partnership with the Downtown Hutch Rod Run, is excited to announce the return of Hutch Fest. This year’s Hutch Fest will take place Friday, October 4 and Saturday, October 5 in Downtown Hutchinson.Hutch Fest 2024... Read More.

Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) to Dedicate Granite Bench in Honor of the 250th Anniversary of the Founding of the USA 1776-2026

Thursday, September 5

The Hutchinson/ Reno County Chamber of Commerce HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Sons of the American Revolution National society created an initiative to place a 250th Anniversary bench in every state. The Sons of the Plains chapter created a joint project with two Daughters of the... Read More.

Entertainer Jeff Gordon Presents Garth Brooks Tribute Show “The Thunder Rolls” This Saturday

Thursday, September 5

By Brenna Eller HILLSBORO, Kan. — The American Legion Post 366 in Hillsboro, Kan., will host national touring act Jeff Gordon, for his Garth Brooks Tribute show "The Thunder Rolls" on Saturday, Sept. 7, from 7 to 9 p.m. Advance tickets are available for $20.... Read More.

Govenor Kelly Announces Second Round of Water Local Consult Meetings

Thursday, September 5

By the Kansas Department of Health and Environment KANSAS — Governor Laura Kelly announced today the dates for the second round of local consult meetings to gather input on strategies for implementing the 2022 Kansas Water Plan. The September meetings will build on the first... Read More.

Discover Great Bend’s Rich History and Vibrant Art Scene with the New Great Bend Alive Tours App

Wednesday, September 4

By Great Bend Economic Development, Inc. GREAT BEND, Kan. — Explore the heart of Great Bend like never before with the newly launched Great Bend Alive Tours app! Now available on the Google Play Store, Apple Store, and online, this innovative app brings the stories... Read More.

Ex-Allen County Deputy Pleads to Reduced Charges in Child Sex Case

Wednesday, September 4

By Lucky Kidd ALLEN COUNTY, Kan. — A former Allen County Sheriff's Deputy pleaded guilty Tuesday to charges involving sexual involvement with a 15-year-old runaway.Michael Lane Tennyson pleaded guilty in Allen County District Court to four counts of indecent solicitation of a child in an... Read More.

Pitch Contest at Hutchinson Community College to Celebrate Reno County Entrepreneurship

Wednesday, September 4

Released by Bowercomm HUTCHINSON, Kan. — StartUp Hutch, in conjunction with The City of Hutchinson – Human Relations Office and NetWork Kansas, invite the public to join the excitement as local entrepreneurs present their business ideas at the Pitch Contest on Monday, September 16th. The... Read More.

New Salt & Art Mural in Lyons Completed

Wednesday, September 4

By Rice County Community Foundation RICE COUNTY, Kan. — The Rice County Community Foundation is thrilled to announce the completion of the Salt & Art Mural, a vibrant addition to our town’s landscape. Located on the south side of the H&R Block building, this stunning... Read More.