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David Dunekack Appointed Public Works Director for the City of Great Bend

Tuesday, October 7

GREAT BEND, Kan. (Oct. 6, 2025) — The City of Great Bend announced David Dunekack as its newest public works director at its City Council meeting on Monday, Oct. 6. With an extensive background in various quality control testing, equipment operation and supervising roles, Dunekack... Read More.

Hutchinson Community Foundation Awards $9,000 Grant to Expand Entrepreneurship Support Across Reno County

Monday, October 6

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (October 6, 2025) — StartUp Hutch has received a $9,000 grant from Hutchinson Community Foundation’s Fund for Reno County to expand entrepreneurship support across the county. The funding will bring a new series of workshops to communities including Haven, Pretty Prairie, Buhler,... Read More.

City of Hutchinson and Boys & Girls Club Celebrate Ribbon Cutting for New Ninja Course at Shadduck Park

Monday, October 6

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (October 6, 2025) — The City of Hutchinson and the Boys & Girls Club of Hutchinson invite the community to celebrate the grand opening of the Shadduck Park Ninja Course with an official ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday, October 7, at 4:30 p.m.... Read More.

Former Wabaunsee County Jailer Arrested

Sunday, October 5

WABAUNSEE COUNTY, Kan. — A former correctional officer of the Wabaunsee County Jail was arrested today following an investigation led by the Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI). Jeffery Patrick, 48, was arrested Sunday at approximately 12:00 p.m. after he turned himself in to authorities at... Read More.

City of Hutchinson Schedules Traffic Signalization Change at W Avenue A and S Adams Street

Friday, October 3

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (October 3, 2025) — The City of Hutchinson, in partnership with contractor Kansas Concrete, has scheduled a traffic signalization modification at the intersection of W Avenue A and S Adams Street as part of the ongoing Woodie Seat – Phase II Project. This... Read More.

Central Christian School to Host Fall Festival

Friday, October 3

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Central Christian School is excited to announce its upcoming fall festival, taking place on Monday, October 27, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at 1910 E. 30th Avenue. Guests are encouraged to park at Union Valley Bible Church and bring a lawn... Read More.

Hutchinson Man Killed and Another Injured in Early Morning Crash on I-135

Friday, October 3

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — A Hutchinson man was killed and another injured early this morning in a crash on I-135 north of the rest area between McPherson and Lindsborg. The Kansas Highway patrols said a vehicle driven by Bentley Eckhoff, 20, of Hutchinson was southbound... Read More.

McPherson Bullpup Booster Club to Host First Ever Banquet

Friday, October 3

McPHERSON, Kan. - The McPherson Bullpup Booster Club announced that they will host their 1st Annual Banquet, which will take place Saturday, Nov. 15, at the McPherson Community Building. The evening will consist of a dinner, an open bar, a silent auction, and a keynote speaker.... Read More.

Crest Theater to Celebrate 75 Years with Recreation of Grand Opening

Friday, October 3

GREAT BEND, Kan. — Bob Marsh and the Great Bend Community Theater invite the public to a celebration of the Crest Theater diamond anniversary on Sunday, Nov. 9, 2025. The Crest will present two showings of the 1960 grand opening film, “Two Weeks With Love,”... Read More.

Sunshine Meadows Announces Nursing Leadership Updates

Friday, October 3

BUHLER, Kan. - Sunshine Meadows Retirement Community is celebrating key changes in its nursing leadership team. The organization is pleased to announce the promotion of Rachel Perry, RN to Director of Nursing, the addition of Lindsey Thiessen, RN, BSN as Staff Engagement & Education... Read More.

Hutchinson Downtown Chili & Soup Fest Set for November 1, 2025

Thursday, October 2

Under 30 days until the Heat Hits Downtown Hutch! HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Get your taste buds ready—Hutchinson’s Downtown Chili & Soup Fest is returning on Saturday, November 1, 2025, from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM on Main Street between 3rd Avenue & Avenue C. With... Read More.

Central Kansas Nonprofit Network Invites Nonprofit Leaders to Second Meeting of Inaugural Taskforce

Thursday, October 2

GREAT BEND, Kan. — The Central Kansas Nonprofit Network, a taskforce of Central Kansas Partnership, will hold its second meeting on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Barton Community College, Room F-30. The event will feature a networking social... Read More.