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Rice County Health Department Reports High Influenza-Like Illness

RICE COUNTY, Kan. - Rice County Health Department is reporting high levels of influenza-like illness (ILI) activity in the community, which may impact students and staff in USD 405. Influenza-like illness refers to fever accompanied by cough and/or sore throat and may be caused... Read More.

Patrick Wallerius, Longtime OCCK, Inc. Leader, Announces Retirement in 2025

SALINA, Kan. — OCCK, Inc. announces the retirement of Patrick Wallerius, Vice President/Chief Financial Officer, after more than 33 years of dedicated service. Throughout his career, Patrick has been a key leader in guiding OCCK’s financial stability and organizational growth. His leadership in budgeting and... Read More.

United Way of Reno County Announces New Administrative Assistant

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — United Way of Reno County (UWRC) is pleased to welcome Kate Irelan as its new Administrative Assistant. A Hutchinson resident for 20 years, Irelan brings experience in marketing and administrative roles across both nonprofit and for-profit organizations. She is actively involved in... Read More.

Great Bend Chamber of Commerce Announces 104th Annual Awards Ceremony

GREAT BEND, Kan. — The Great Bend Chamber of Commerce will host its 104th Annual Awards Ceremony presented by Spectrum Partners LLC and The University of Kansas Health System on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at the Great Bend Events Center. This signature event brings together business leaders, entrepreneurs,... Read More.

FHSU’s Next Science Café Set for Feb. 2

HAYS, Kan. — Fort Hays State University’s upcoming Science Café is set for Monday, Feb. 2. This month’s presentation, “Fossils, Museums, and 66 Million Years,” is sponsored by FHSU’s Science and Mathematics Education Institute (SMEI) and will begin at 7 p.m. at The Venue in... Read More.

Hutchinson Fire Department Extinguishes Structure Fire

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - The Hutchinson Fire Department responded to a report of a structure fire in the 100BLK of West 7th . Crews arrived to find a small fire working in the attic space of a 2-story, balloon frame residence. Crews were able to... Read More.

Free Entrepreneurship Opportunities through StartUp Hutch

RENO COUNTY, Kan. — There are two upcoming entrepreneurship opportunities available in the community through StartUp Hutch. These programs are designed to support both ALICE households and youth in Reno County by building skills, confidence, and pathways to economic mobility.  Ice House Entrepreneurship Program... Read More.