Hutchinson News

Senator Marshall Releases Statement on Democrat Shutdown

Tuesday, September 30

WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas) issued the following statement after Senate Democrats voted to shut down the government rather than pass the clean Continuing Resolution - already approved by the House of Representatives - that would simply extend government funding through... Read More.

Sen. Moran Speaks on the Senate Floor After Congress Fails to Avert a Government Shutdown

Tuesday, September 30

WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (Kan.) today spoke on the Senate floor after the Senate failed to pass a continuing resolution to fund the government at current levels until November 21 and avert a government shutdown. The final vote was 55 – 45... Read More.

Hutchinson High School Lockdown Lifted after Threat Deemed Not Credible

Tuesday, September 30

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Today at 11:36 a.m., Hutchinson Police Department (HPD) received a call from an unknown individual regarding a threat directed at Hutchinson High School. Police and Sheriff Officers responded to Hutchinson High school and set up a perimeter around the school, while... Read More.

KDHE, KVDL Host World Rabies Day Poster Competition 2025

Tuesday, September 30

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and the Kansas Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (KVDL) at Kansas State University in collaboration with Bavarian Nordic and the One Health Commission Bat Rabies Education Team (BRET) are hosting a poster contest to educate children about rabies... Read More.

Governor Kelly Directs Flags be Flown at Half-Staff in Honor of Hays Police Sergeant Scott Heimann

Tuesday, September 30

TOPEKA, Kan. — In accordance with Executive Order #20-30, Governor Laura Kelly on Tuesday directed flags be flown at half-staff on all state buildings, grounds, and facilities from sunup to sundown on Friday, October 3, 2025, in honor of Hays Police Sergeant Scott Heimann,... Read More.

Clothed in Compassion Celebrates Three Years, Hosts Benefit Auction on October 18

Tuesday, September 30

RENO COUNTY, Kan. — Clothed in Compassion (CiC) is celebrating its third anniversary with a "Fill a Jar, Fill a Heart" Benefit Auction on Saturday, Oct. 18. Every item that is bid on helps provide pediatric therapy care to families in and around Hutchinson.The... Read More.

Buhler Frolic Brings Community Together

Sunday, September 28

BUHLER, Kan. — The Buhler Frolic is an annual event where people make good memories each year, and the community comes together. At the Buhler Frolic, the weather was perfect, and a pleasant atmosphere and laughter prevailed. The day kicked off with a pancake... Read More.

Juvenile in Custody after Threat at Hutchinson Airport

Saturday, September 27

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — A male juvenile from Wichita is in juvenile detention in Hutchinson after allegedly making a threat that prompted a lockdown of Hutchinson Regional Airport Friday morning.According to Hutchinson police, a voicemail had been left on the airport's phone just before 11... Read More.

Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System Expands Network with Alliance Orthopedics & Sports Medicine and The Woman’s Place

Friday, September 26

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System (HRHS) is expanding its network through the partnership of Alliance Orthopedics & Sports Medicine and The Woman’s Place, strengthening access to specialized and comprehensive care for patients across Reno County and central Kansas.The integration enhances continuity of... Read More.

In Kansas City, Secretary Rollins Speaks on State of Farm Economy, Announces Suite of Actions to Support American Farmers

Friday, September 26

Kansas City, MO (September 25, 2025) — Today, in Kansas City at the Agriculture Outlook Forum, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins spoke on the current state of the farm economy in the United States and addressed the ways President Trump is... Read More.

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas and Greater Wichita YMCA Partner to Prioritize Healthy Living

Friday, September 26

WICHITA, Kan. — The Greater Wichita YMCA today announced a partnership with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas (BCBSKS) to support comprehensive health and wellness initiatives offered by the Y that improve the well-being of entire communities while also addressing the specific needs... Read More.

New K-State Institute Equips Kansas Educators to Prepare Students for Financial Success

Friday, September 26

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas State University has established the Institute for Financial Education and Prosperity, a comprehensive initiative designed to support educators across Kansas in teaching financial literacy skills that high school students will need as they transition into the workforce and adult... Read More.