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Hutchinson Garage Fire Injures One

Thursday, September 7

By Lucky Kidd HUTCHINSON, Kan. — One person was injured in a garage fire Wednesday night in the 1500 block of West 12th in Hutchinson.Hutchinson Fire Battalion Chief Jeremy Unruh said the first responding unit after the call came in at 10:45 PM reported this... Read More.

Hutch Rec Releases Line-Up of Hutch Fest Events on Oct. 6 & 7

Wednesday, September 6

By Hutch Rec HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutch Rec, in a partnership with the Downtown Hutch Rod Run, are excited to release the line-up of activities and events taking place during Hutch Fest on Oct. 6 & 7 in Downtown Hutchinson.At this time, featured events include:... Read More.

18th Annual Great Bend Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament

Wednesday, September 6

By the Great Bend Chamber of Commerce GREAT BEND, Kan. — Looking for a great way to meet new people or maybe just an excuse to get out of the office early on a Friday? Make plans to join the Chamber's Annual Golf Tournament will... Read More.

Citywide Cleanup with Sunflower Diversified Recycling Center

Wednesday, September 6

GREAT BEND, Kan. — The City of Great Bend is partnering with Sunflower Diversified Recycling Center to have a citywide cleanup on Friday Sept. 8 through Sunday, Sept. 17, 2023.To find out what items are accepted and the hours, call Sunflower Diversified Recycling Center... Read More.

Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System Hires Chief Human Resources Officer

Wednesday, September 6

By Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System (HRHS) is pleased to announce the permanent hiring of Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), Jed Liuzza. This change will take effect on September 18, 2023. Liuzza’s responsibilities will include Human Resources, Quality, Risk... Read More.

Kansas Senators Are Demanding Answers for Rule Reversal On Kansas High Energy Prices

Wednesday, September 6

By the Office of U.S. Senator Roger Marshall Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Roger Marshall, M.D. and Jerry Moran (R-KS) wrote a letter to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) urging the commission to adjust their electricity transmission costs that are disproportionately hurting Kansas consumers. Currently, Kansans... Read More.

Maxwell Lake Drowning Victim Identified

Wednesday, September 6

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson County Sheriff Department has identified that the man that was discovered at Maxwell State Lake on Saturday, Sep. 2 is that of 61-year-old Randy B. Gepner of McPherson. In a release sent out today, Captain Jordan Baxter from the McPherson... Read More.

Tuesday Morning Stabbing Incident: Attempted First Degree Murder Charges Pending

Wednesday, September 6

By Ad Astra News HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Attempted first degree murder charges are pending against a man in connection with a Tuesday morning stabbing incident in Hutchinson.Captain Dayton Gates said officers responded to the area of 16th and Plum where the victim was found with multiple... Read More.

Lyons City Council Denies Zoning Request Following July Planning Meeting

Wednesday, September 6

By Lucky Kidd LYONS, Kan. — After two recommendations were made, the Lyons City Council denied Jr. Briseno's zoning change request last night, which would have allowed Briseno to use a lot on East 5th, an adjoining property to a property of his on East... Read More.

USD 313 Looking at Former Church for New Childcare Facility

Tuesday, September 5

By Ad Astra News HUTCHINSON, Kan. — At a special meeting Tuesday afternoon, the Buhler USD 313 Board of Education authorized Superintendent Cindy Couchman to enter into negotiations for the purchase of the former Faith Baptist Church property at 56th and Plum. Couchman told Ad Astra... Read More.

Hutchinson City Council Approves 2024 Budget and Revenue Neutral Rate

Tuesday, September 5

By Lucky Kidd HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hank Gier expressed concerns about how increased property values are impacting especially older residents of the city this morning during public hearings on the 2024 budget and exceeding the Revenue Neutral Rate at the Hutchinson City Council Meeting. The proposed... Read More.

Commissioners Proclaim September as National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

Tuesday, September 5

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — A bid from Dacus Towing and Recovery to remove an RV parked along Maxwell Street behind a home on Arcadian Court was approved by McPherson City Commissioners Tuesday. The tag on the RV in question expired in 2014, and... Read More.