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USD 308 Board of Education Discusses Naloxone Advocacy, New Technology, and Facility Updates

Tuesday, January 27

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – The USD 308 Board of Education held its regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, January 26, 2026, addressing student advocacy, safety technology, and significant facility updates, including the nearing completion of the Lil’ Hawks Childcare Center. Gabriel Marcum, the 2026 Boys & Girls... Read More.

House Republican’s Bill Takes Aim at Kansas School Employees Who Support Bond Issues

Tuesday, January 27

TOPEKA — A lawmaker’s personal grievances took center stage in a hearing over his proposed legislation to scrutinize communication from public schools about bond issues. Rep. Paul Waggoner, a Hutchinson Republican, said House Bill 2451 would strengthen existing law that prohibits public employees from... Read More.

United Way of Reno County Announces New Administrative Assistant

Tuesday, January 27

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 and Move Your Mountain Coaching Host “The Leader’s Lunchroom”

Tuesday, January 27

GREAT BEND, Kan. — The Great Bend Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Move Your Mountain Coaching and Consultation, is proud to announce the February session of The Leader’s Lunchroom, a monthly leadership gathering designed to inspire connection, clarity, and growth for leaders across the community. Held on... Read More.

Great Bend Chamber of Commerce Announces 104th Annual Awards Ceremony

Monday, January 26

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.

Students Prepare to Pitch Business Ideas in Reno County Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge

Monday, January 26

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Students from across Reno County will compete in the Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge on March 10, 2026, at the Stringer Fine Arts Center. These young entrepreneurs will pitch their businesses to a panel of judges and participate in a tradeshow to show... Read More.

FHSU’s Next Science Café Set for Feb. 2

Monday, January 26

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.

Senator Marshall Announces Partnership for Next Generation of Cybersecurity Professionals

Monday, January 26

Andover, Kan. – U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas), Kansas Community Colleges, and the Kansas National Guard will sign a proclamation establishing a partnership to develop more cybersecurity professionals across Kansas. Senator Marshall visited the Butler Community College cybersecurity program to see the important... Read More.

Hutchinson Fire Department Extinguishes Structure Fire

Sunday, January 25

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

Sunday, January 25

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.

Joe Pfannenstiel Named Ad Astra Radio’s January Classroom Hero, Presented by Heartland Credit Union

Friday, January 23

INMAN, Kan. — Ad Astra Radio is proud to announce Joe Pfannenstiel, longtime coach, teacher and school counselor at Inman Jr/Sr High School, as this month’s recipient of the Classroom Hero Award presented by Heartland Credit Union. Each month, Ad Astra Radio honors a different... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces Over $57M for Safer Streets and Roads in Kansas

Friday, January 23

TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly today announced fourteen Kansas communities have secured over $45.7 million in federal Infrastructure and Investment Jobs Act (IIJA) funding from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Program. “The Safe Streets and Roads for All program ensures that our communities have the resources to... Read More.