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KDWP to Renovate, Improve Kingman State Fishing Lake

Wednesday, February 15

KINGMAN, Kan. - Anglers who frequent Kingman State Fishing Lake, located just seven miles west of Kingman, KS, will have much to look forward to this fall. After several months of deliberation and planning, staff at the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks have decided... Read More.

KDHE Rescinds Stream Advisory for Little Cow Creek South of Lyons

Wednesday, February 15

RICE COUNTY, Kan. - The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has rescinded a stream advisory for Little Cow Creek to Cow Creek located South of Lyons, Kansas, that was issued on December 6, 2022. Water samples show no health risk associated with... Read More.

Hutchinson Regional Medical Center Relaxes Masking Policy for Visitors and Staff

Wednesday, February 15

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - Hutchinson Regional Medical Center is adjusting its masking policy effective February 15, 2023 to no longer require visitors and staff to wear masks when entering the facility. The decision comes as COVID-19 hospitalizations and cases continue to trend downward in Reno... Read More.

HutchCC Board Approves New VP, Tuition & Fees for 2023-24

Wednesday, February 15

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (HutchCC.edu) - The Hutchinson Community College Board of Trustees opened its February meeting by continuing its tradition of welcoming student groups when they were introduced to members of the volleyball and soccer teams. The Board also approved the hiring of Dr. Tricia Paramore... Read More.

Grants Available to Expand Childcare in Kansas

Wednesday, February 15

TOPEKA, Kan. (KASB.org) - The Kansas Children's Cabinet is seeking community-based applications for $40 million in funding for the Child Care Capacity Accelerator. The goal is to expand licensed childcare slots in Kansas to meet family needs. School leaders can work with their partners... Read More.

Gov. Kelly Announces Nearly $20 Million in Family First Prevention Grants

Wednesday, February 15

TOPEKA, Kan. – Reinforcing her commitment to children and families, Governor Laura Kelly Tuesday announced a new set of Family First Prevention grants totaling nearly $20 million. The grants will create and grow programs designed to keep families together and prevent children from entering the foster... Read More.

HHS Choirs Share Love Through Singing Valentines

Wednesday, February 15

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - Instead of sending flowers for Valentine’s Day, some chose to say “I love you,” through music this year. The Hutchinson High School Expressives and Harmonics shared messages of love with the community with Singing Valentines on Tuesday, February 14, 2023. For the... Read More.

Winter Storm Moving Across Kansas, Here’s What We Know

Wednesday, February 15

(NWS) - A storm system will bring accumulating snow to the region Tuesday afternoon through early Thursday morning. Gusty north winds will cause blowing and drifting of snow along with reduced visibilities mainly over central Kansas. Impacts to travel are expected across north central... Read More.

KU’s Taiyanna Jackson Earns Second Big 12 Player of the Week Honor

Tuesday, February 14

By KUAthletics.com IRVING, Texas – For the second time this season, Kansas senior center Taiyanna Jackson has been named the Big 12 Player of the Week, the conference announced on Monday. Jackson earns the honor after recording her league-leading 15th and 16th double-doubles of the season in... Read More.

Three Area Teachers Selected for Prestigious Cosmosphere Fellowship

Tuesday, February 14

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - Three Hutchinson and Buhler teachers have been selected for Cosmosphere’s 2023 LaunchLearning Fellowship, an honor which comes with over $800 in free resources teachers can share with their school and district. The 2023 class of LaunchLearning Fellows includes Allison Craig, a... Read More.

City of Hutchinson Announces Changes to Small Business Relief and Recovery Grant

Tuesday, February 14

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - The City of Hutchinson Small Business Relief and Recovery Grant Program is intended to respond to the negative economic impacts of the COVID-19 public health emergency, as well as responding to the needs of an adequate workforce to fully support our... Read More.

Hutchinson Fire Department Reminds Residents to be Vigilant as Fire Season Approaches

Tuesday, February 14

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – As fire season quickly approaches, the Hutchinson Fire Department (HFD) reminds residents to be vigilant with any outside burning or anything that may produce sparks. HFD responded to multiple grass fires in Reno County on Monday. A burn permit must be obtained before... Read More.