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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.

Central Christian School Bomb Threat Found Non-Credible

Wednesday, April 22

HUTCINSON, Kan, - A bomb threat late Wednesday morning prompted security responses at Central Christian School and a partial lockdown in the Buhler Schools district near Union Valley. Central Christian School (CCS) reported receiving a bomb threat late Wednesday morning. Out of an abundance... Read More.

Outlet Channel Project at Kanopolis Dam Extended

Wednesday, April 22

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Kansas City District, has announced an extension to the major outlet channel repair project at Kanopolis Dam. The project will now include the placement of additional riprap downstream to increase erosion protection, with an expected completion date in... Read More.

Shooting Suspect Makes Court Appearance

Wednesday, April 22

The man charged in connection with the January 31st shooting death of Joshua Soden near Inman was back in McPherson County District this morning for a brief hearing. The attorney for Daniel Hawkinson, Charles Lindberg, told District Judge John Klenda there is a... Read More.

Hutchinson Community Foundation Names Program Officer to Support Scholarships, Leadership Development

Tuesday, April 21

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - Hutchinson Community Foundation announces the hiring of Elicia Lance as program officer. Lance joins the foundation’s senior program officer and director of strategy in executing the organization’s programs and initiatives. Among her duties will be to oversee the implementation and evaluation of... Read More.

AI Pioneer Taryn Southern Shares Insights on Creativity, Neurotechnology, and Responsible Use at HCC Lecture

Tuesday, April 21

HUTCHINSON, Kan. -Taryn Southern, a Wichita native known for her work combining technology with creativity, presented the 177th Lecture of the Ray and Stella Dillon Lecture Series at Hutchinson Community College on Tuesday. Southern, who is credited with creating one of the world’s first AI-generated... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announced $18.9 Million in Kansas Airport Grants

Tuesday, April 21

TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly today announced $18.9 million for 53 airport development projects across Kansas. By leveraging local matches, the awards will contribute $95 million in total improvements to the state’s aviation network. The funding supports the planning, construction, and rehabilitation of public-use general... Read More.

Lindsborg Museum Celebrates Kansas Agriculture at Millfest on May 2

Tuesday, April 21

New attractions this year include pancake, waffle breakfast; Museum’s restored antique tractor; Notable peak in arts & crafts vendors Millfest returns to Lindsborg on May 2, 2026, bringing with it a blend of tradition and new experiences – including the largest lineup of arts and... Read More.