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Hutchinson Music Census Results to Be Unveiled at Oct. 22 Community Event

Tuesday, October 20

Hutchinson Is a Music City event invites local musicians and music community members to help identify priorities and next steps for Hutchinson’s music ecosystem HUTCHINSON, Kan., Oct. 20, 2026 — What does Hutchinson’s music community need most, and where should the city start? StartUp Hutch, Third Thursday,... Read More.

Clearwater Man Charged With Making Threats Against President Trump

Tuesday, October 20

WICHITA, Kan. — A Clearwater man faces a federal charge after authorities say he posted threats against President Donald Trump on Facebook ahead of a scheduled visit to Wichita. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Kansas filed a criminal complaint Oct. 17 against... Read More.

USD 308 Announces Kansas Teacher of the Year Nominees

Tuesday, October 20

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - Hutchinson Public Schools has named educators Lori Hill and Jessica Ray as district nominees for the prestigious Kansas Teacher of the Year program. Bringing a combined 35 years of instructional experience to their classrooms, both teachers emphasize student relationship-building as the... Read More.

Drug Take Back Day is Saturday

Tuesday, October 20

On Saturday, October 24 th , 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. law enforcement agencies and the Drug Enforcement Administration will host DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day at locations across the country. DEA and its partners will collect tablets, capsules, patches, and... Read More.

Thrive Allen County to Host Community Housing Focus Groups in Iola and Humboldt

Monday, October 19

ALLEN COUNTY, Kan. — Thrive Allen County is inviting residents of Iola and Humboldt to share their experiences, concerns and ideas about local housing during two community focus groups later this month. The sessions are designed to help the organization better understand housing challenges and... Read More.

Mayor Says McPherson Community is Grieving

Sunday, October 18

Mayor Jim Loving says the McPherson community is grieving after two residents were killed in Wichita. In a statement Saturday evening, Loving extended thoughts and prayers to the victims' families, those injured, and everyone affected. Authorities identify the victims as 6-year-old Cole Adrian and 35-year-old Nicholas... Read More.

6-Year-Old Boy, 35-Year-Old Man, Both of McPherson, Killed in Saturday Tragedy at Stryker Sports Complex

Saturday, October 17

WICHITA, Kan. (Oct. 18, 2026) — The Wichita Police Department has identified the two victims from the incident on Saturday, Oct. 17 at Stryker Sports Complex. The 6-year-old boy has been identified as Cole Adrian. The 35-year-old was identified as Nicholas Schafer. The two were... Read More.

Hutchinson Zoo Celebrates the Life of Bison Matriarch

Friday, October 16

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – [October 20, 2026]- Hutchinson Zoo staff mourn the loss of Sioux, the oldest member of the Zoo’s bison herd and matriarch. Sioux joined Hutchinson Zoo in 1999 and became a steadfast presence in the herd. Named in honor of the Sioux people,... Read More.

Healthcare and Insurance Forum to Highlight Rural Healthcare Challenges, Local Updates, and Insurance Resources

Friday, October 16

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – The Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce invites local businesses and community members to attend the Healthcare and Insurance Forum on Thursday, October 29, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to noon at the Hutchinson Regional Medical Center Pavilion, 1701 E. 23rd... Read More.

KDHE Announces Two Additional Grant Opportunities in Second Round of RHTP Funding

Friday, October 16

KANSAS - Today, the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) posted Requests for Applications (RFA) for two grant opportunities under the second year of the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) in Kansas. The application period for the Community Health... Read More.

Boil Water Advisory Issued for a Portion of the City of Hoisington, Barton County

Friday, October 16

HOISINGTON, Kan. - The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a boil water advisory for a portion of the City of Hoisington public water supply system located in Barton County. Only those customers located south of the railroad tracks to Button... Read More.

McPherson College Introduces New Pathway to Athletic Training Careers

Friday, October 16

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson College is offering a new master’s in athletic training pathway program for students who want a small liberal arts undergraduate experience and the advantage of a graduate degree from a flagship institution. Classes will begin in fall 2027. Through the new... Read More.