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Follow Up on Recycled Mattress Business Fire

Thursday, August 8

By the City of Hutchinson Fire Department HUTCHINSON, Kan. — On August 6, 2024, the Hutchinson Fire Department (HFD) responded to 2404 E 4th Avenue for the report of a commercial building fire. During the response, dispatch advised bystanders were reporting large amounts of... Read More.

Mann Hires Dodge City Native as District Representative

Wednesday, August 7

By U.S. Congressman Tracey Mann DODGE CITY, Kan. — Today, U.S. Representative Tracey Mann (KS-01) announced the hire of Josie Shearer as a district representative based in his Dodge City, Kansas office. Shearer is a Dodge City local and graduated from Dodge City High School... Read More.

Three Injured in Vehicle Crash South of Hoisington

Tuesday, August 6

By Lucky Kidd BARTON COUNTY, Kan. — Three people were injured this morning in a three-vehicle crash south of Hoisington. According to the Barton County Sheriff's office the crash occurred just after 7:30 a.m. on US 281 at 90 Road about a mile and a... Read More.

Bretz Injury Law Announces its 5th Annual Reno County Veterans’ Memorial Poker Run

Tuesday, August 6

By Bretz Injury Law HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Bretz Injury Law presents its 5th Annual Reno County Veterans’ Memorial Poker Run. Bretz Injury Law is excited to present its 5th Annual Reno County Veterans’ Memorial Poker Run on Saturday, September 7th. Registration will begin at 9:30... Read More.

Great Bend City Council Meeting 8/5/24 Highlights: Logan Burns Named New City Administrator

Tuesday, August 6

By Lucky Kidd GREAT BEND, Kan. — Logan Burns has been named the new City Administrator for Great Bend. Burns, who is currently Assistant City Administrator, was named to the post following an executive session at Monday night's Great Bend City Council meeting. He replaces... Read More.

City of Hutchinson Coordinates Extensive Response to Active Fire Incident

Tuesday, August 6

By the City of Hutchinson HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Fire Department is currently managing a significant fire incident at 2404 E 4th Avenue. In response to the situation, all available fire apparatus in Hutchinson have been mobilized to effectively manage and contain the fire. In... Read More.

Special Prosecutors Plan to File Criminal Charge Against Police Chief who Led Marion Raid

Tuesday, August 6

Report faults inadequate law enforcement investigation, clears journalists By Sherman Smith, Kansas Reflector TOPEKA, Kan. (Aug. 5, 2024) — Special prosecutors plan to charge former Marion Police Chief Gideon Cody with a low-level felony for his actions following the raid he led last year on the... Read More.

HutchCC Cosmetology to Offer Free Back-to-School Haircuts

Monday, August 5

By Hutchinson Community College HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Community College Cosmetology will be hosting its annual Back to School Haircut Day August 12 from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm at the school’s center at 200 E. 3rd Ave., Hutchinson. Children in pre-k through grade 12 are... Read More.

Select the Next Kansas License Plate Design by 5 PM August 9

Monday, August 5

By the State of Kansas KANSAS — The Kansas Department of Revenue invites you to participate in selecting the next personalized license plate design for the State of Kansas. Kansans can vote on their favorite design as many times as they’d like between 9 a.m. CT... Read More.

Grant Opportunity Available to Bolster Registered Apprenticeship Programs

Monday, August 5

By the Kansas Department of Commerce TOPEKA, Kan. (Aug. 2, 2024) — The Kansas Office of Registered Apprenticeship announced a new $500,000 grant opportunity for established registered apprenticeship programs in Kansas. Awards will range from $75,000 to $200,000 per awardee. These grant funds will be... Read More.

$16.5 Million Bridge Replacement to Start at Newton Aug. 12

Monday, August 5

By Brenna Eller NEWTON, Kan. — The Kansas Department of Transportation announced a $16.6 million project to replace the Southeast 36th Street bridge over I-135 at Newton, which is set to begin on Monday, Aug. 12. The project will provide a wider bridge, with two lanes... Read More.

Prepare your Ticket Purchase for the 2024 Kansas State Fair

Monday, August 5

By the Kansas State Fair HUTCHINSON, Kan. — You may be planning your trip for the Kansas State Fair with it being right around the corner. The Kansas State Fair has sent out a reminder that Etix is its only verified seller for tickets.Read More.