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Hutchinson Fire Department Responds to Monday Afternoon House Fire; No Injuries Reported

Monday, August 3

The Hutchinson Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire in the 200 block of Curtis Street. Upon arrival, crews found a working fire on the rear of the residence that had extended into the attic and main living area. Firefighters were initially unable... Read More.

Capacity Crowd Packs The Bullring for Exciting Rumble at the Bullring; Cattleman’s Classic Set for August 14

Monday, August 3

LA CROSSE, Kan. — A capacity crowd filled the grandstands Friday night at Rush County Speedway as the Rumble at the Bullring presented by Central Spray Foam and Cement Lifting delivered an action packed night of dirt track racing under the lights. Fans were treated... Read More.

Wildfire Smoke Brings Moderate Air Quality to the Region

Monday, August 3

Wildfire smoke from the Pacific Northwest will continue to fill the skies over the next few days. This will continue to bring colorful sunrises and sunsets across the region, but it could also lower air quality. Our air quality has dropped to a moderate... Read More.

Suspect Arrested After Five Hour Standoff in Newton

Monday, August 3

One person is in custody after a five-hour armed standoff with police early Sunday in Newton. Officers say the incident involved a suspect wanted in a domestic violence case. Residents nearby were told to shelter in place until police ended the standoff. Both the... Read More.

Mill and Overlay to Begin on U.S. 56 in Rice & Barton Counties

Monday, August 3

The Kansas Department of Transportation is set to begin a mill and overlay project on U.S. 56 in Barton and Rice counties on or around Aug. 6. The project is from the east city limits of Ellinwood to the west city limits of Lyons, a... Read More.

Lowell Milken Center Unveils New Kansas Unsung Heroes Exhibits

Sunday, August 2

The Lowell Milken Center in Fort Scott is unveiling new exhibits on Kansas Unsung Heroes and preparing for its 2026 Discovery Award competition, with semi-finalists to be announced August 27. A free outdoor exhibit at Unsung Hero Park celebrates Kansas heroes, and an interactive... Read More.

Boil Water Advisory Lifted for City of Sylvia in Reno County

Sunday, August 2

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment has rescinded the boil water advisory for the City of Sylvia public water supply system in Reno County. According to KDHE, laboratory testing of drinking water samples collected from the City of Sylvia indicates no evidence of... Read More.

Fire Crews Battle Early Saturday Blaze at Rural Kingman County Home

Sunday, August 2

Fire crews from three counties responded to a rural house fire early Saturday. Just after 5:30a.m. Saturday, crews were dispatched to a house fire on NE 4th Avenue in Rural Kingman County. When fire crews arrived, the home was fully engulfed in flames. The... Read More.

Kansas State Warns of Fall Armyworm Moths Threatening Lawns Across Kansas

Sunday, August 2

Kansas State University is warning people about fall armyworm moths that are already showing up across the state, especially in south central Kansas. Dry patches of grass can be a potential sign that armyworms are coming for your lawn. While the extreme heat could... Read More.

Public Hearing to Discuss Grant Application for Macksville Childcare Facility

Sunday, August 2

Stafford County will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, August 19, at 8:30 AM at Stafford County Annex in St. John for the purpose of considering an application to be submitted to the Kansas Department of Commerce for Small Cities Community Development Block Grant... Read More.

Great Bend Launches Safe Streets for All Initiative to Improve Roadway Safety

Sunday, August 2

Great Bend is taking steps to make its transportation network safer through the Safe Streets for All Study. The SS4A program provides federal funding to help communities improve roadway safety through planning efforts and infrastructure projects such as sidewalks, bike lanes, crosswalks, and safety... Read More.

City of Hutchinson to Host Community Open House on Data Center Regulations

Friday, July 31

The City of Hutchinson will host a community open house on Wednesday, Aug. 12, to gather public input as it continues developing zoning regulations for data centers. The open house will be held from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Hutchinson Fire Department Command and... Read More.