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Two People Injured in Weekend Crashes

Sunday, April 26

Two people were injured in weekend crashes in central Kansas. One person received serious injures in a two vehicle crash Friday evening north of Hutchinson. The Reno County Sheriff's office said preliminary investigation indicated an SUV driven by Isaiah Suter-Tan was northbound... Read More.

Moundridge Kindergarten Teacher Anita Beasley Named April Classroom Hero Award Recipient

Friday, April 24

MOUNDRIDGE, Kan. — Kindergarten teacher Anita Beasley has brought warmth, positivity and a steady commitment to the students, families and colleagues of Moundridge Elementary School for nearly 30 years. Ad Astra Radio is proud to announce Mrs. Beasley as this month’s recipient of the Classroom... Read More.

Concrete Work in Belpre to Prompt Detour Starting the Week of May 4th

Friday, April 24

BELPRE, Kan. - A Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) project to replace the concrete pavement on K-19 in Belpre in Edwards County will start the week of May 4, conditions permitting. The work will require the closure of K-19 in Belpre. Motorists should follow the... Read More.

GeoWoodstock XXII Coming to Hutchinson this May

Friday, April 24

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The world’s largest annual geocaching event and conference, GeoWoodstock XXII, is set to take place in Hutchinson, Kansas, from May 20–24, 2026, at the Kansas State Fairgrounds. This internationally recognized event will bring together thousands of geocachers from around the globe for... Read More.

Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce Announces 2026 Annual Meeting Speaker Connor Fields

Friday, April 24

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce Olympic gold medalist Connor Fields as the featured speaker for its 2026 Annual Meeting, taking place Thursday, November 12, 2026. A premier event for the business community, the Chamber’s Annual Meeting brings... Read More.

Salvation Army in Hutchinson to Host 5th Annual Donut Eating Contest at May Third Thursday

Friday, April 24

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - One thing sweeter than helping a neighbor in need is when you can eat a donut thanks to Daylight Donuts. On Third Thursday May 21 at 6PM, The Salvation Army will be hosting its 5th Annual Donut Eating Contest located in... Read More.

Do Not Drink Order Rescinded for the City of Sylvia, Reno County

Friday, April 24

SYLVIA, Kan. - The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has rescinded a Do Not Drink Order for the City of Sylvia public water supply system located in Reno County. The order was issued because of a loss of pressure in the distribution... Read More.

Hutchinson Clinic Responds to Pharmacy Restrictions Affecting Patient Care

Friday, April 24

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Clinic is actively responding to a recent development involving Kroger pharmacy operations, in which three Hutchinson Clinic providers have been restricted from prescribing controlled substances that can be filled at affiliated pharmacies, including Dillons Pharmacy locations. Late last week and over... Read More.

Governor Approves Extradition of Suspect Related to Alleged Sexual Assault at Larned State Hospital

Thursday, April 23

LARNED, Kan. – Governor Laura Kelly has approved the Pawnee County Attorney’s Office Application for Requisition from the State of California of Kayode Agbolade Ogunba, a 61 year old Nigerian National. Ogunba was charged on February 20, 2026, in the Pawnee County District Court with... Read More.

Great Bend Chamber Celebrates Cleaning By Jess With Ribbon Cutting For Anniversary, Expansion

Thursday, April 23

GREAT BEND, Kan. — The Great Bend Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony on Thursday, April 16, in honor of Cleaning By Jess and owner Jessica Lysinger, celebrating multiple business milestones including the company’s one-year anniversary, office relocation, and service expansion. Cleaning By Jess,... Read More.

Kansas State Fairgrounds Launches Tree Beautification Project on Arbor Day

Wednesday, April 22

HUTCHINSON, KS — In celebration of Arbor Day, the Kansas State Fair, in partnership with the Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation, is proud to announce the launch of the Kansas State Fairgrounds Tree Beautification Project, a long-term initiative designed to restore and enhance the natural beauty of the... Read More.

Hutchinson City Council Discusses Conduct, Travel, Hutch Rec, and Data Centers

Wednesday, April 22

Hutchinson, KS – Tuesday evening's Hutchinson City Council meeting addressed a full agenda, starting with a statement from Mayor Scott Meggers regarding recent unprofessional conduct and moving on to discussions about council travel, the Hutchinson Recreation Commission (Hutch Rec), and a potential moratorium on... Read More.