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Hutchinson Community Foundation Grants more than $48K to Reno County Projects

Monday, December 23

By Wendy Skellenger, Hutchinson Community Foundation HUTCHINSON, Kan. — At Hutchinson Community Foundation’s UPLIFT 2024, the goals for the evening were to have fun and inspire. And with nearly 80 guests in attendance at the first-annual event on Nov. 12, a live performance from local musician... Read More.

Update on SILVER ALERT Search for Reno County Man

Sunday, December 22

RENO COUNTY, Kan. — Gary Foster has not yet been located. Reno County Sheriff's Office asks that residents of the western region of Reno County check any and all buildings, cars, barns, and places anyone would go to take shelter. Also hunters and/or anyone else... Read More.

Federal Grand Jury Indicts Doctor on False Statements, Writing Charges Related to 1989 Rape

Friday, December 20

Law Enforcement Continues to Seek Information in Ohio, Colorado & Kansas By Lucky Kidd DAYTON, Ohio — Federal investigators are seeking any possible victims or other information involving a doctor who at one time practiced in Kansas and who has been linked by DNA evidence to... Read More.

SILVER ALERT: Active Search Ongoing for Reno County Man

Friday, December 20

*Updates from the Reno County Sheriff's Office RENO COUNTY, Kan. (Dec. 20, 2024) — An update from Captain Shawn McClay of the Reno County Sheriff's Office shared the SILVER ALERT for Gary Foster is still active. Dog teams from the Kansas Search and Rescue Dog... Read More.

Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce December Small Business of the Month: Kauffman Seeds

Thursday, December 19

By the Hutchinson Reno County Chamber of Commerce HUTCHINSON, Kan. — For over five decades, Kauffman Seeds has been deeply rooted in Reno County’s farming community. What began as K & W Fish Farm under Edward and Frida Kauffman in the early 20th century has... Read More.

Evergy Offers Tips for Energy Efficiency During the Holidays

Wednesday, December 18

Small Changes Can Help Save Energy and Money By Evergy, Inc. KANSAS CITY, MO — The holidays are here. Whether you’re hosting a big gathering with friends and family or keeping things quiet at home, Evergy is reminding customers of ways to save energy this season. ENTERTAINING... Read More.

Hutchinson Clinic to No Longer be in Network with Blue Cross and Blue Shield Effective January 1, 2025

Wednesday, December 18

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Clinic has decided to no longer be in-network with Blue Cross and Blue Shield, effective Jan. 1, 2025. Hutchinson Clinic released a statement on Tuesday about the decision, which was made after extensive negotiations and careful evaluation of financial impact according... Read More.

Chief Judge Patricia Macke Dick to Retire from 27th Judicial District

Tuesday, December 17

By Lisa Taylor, Kansas Courts TOPEKA, Kan. — Chief Judge Patricia Macke Dick will retire January 13 after serving 36 years in the 27th Judicial District. The 27th Judicial District is Reno County. Dick was elected in 1988 and has served as chief judge since 2007. Dick... Read More.

Bethany College, Hutchinson Community College Sign Animation Career Agreement

Tuesday, December 17

By Bethany College LINDSBORG, KAN., DEC. 12, 2024 — Bethany College has announced a groundbreaking 2+2 articulation agreement with Hutchinson Community College (HutchCC) that will provide students with a seamless pathway to earn an Associate of Arts in Animation from HutchCC and transfer to Bethany College... Read More.

No Injuries in Monday Evening Rollover Crash Near Medora

Tuesday, December 17

By Lucky Kidd A two-vehicle crash Monday evening blocked the intersection of 85th Avenue and Old K-61 near Medora for several hours. According to the Reno County Sheriff's office, A vehicle driven by Isaac Jones was northbound on Old 61 en route to Buhler when... Read More.

Buhler School Board Implements Changes in Daycare Staffing and Technology Investments

Tuesday, December 17

By Lucky Kidd BUHLER, Kan. — The Buhler USD 313 Board of Education has approved a reduction in staffing for their two daycare centers, along with accepting resignations of four other daycare employees, including the assistant director and daycare room lead at Buhler Beginnings. In a... Read More.

Ad Astra Radio’s December Heartland Credit Union Classroom Hero Recipient Tara Urban

Monday, December 16

By Brenna Eller HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Ad Astra Radio is proud to announce Tara Urban, Allen STEM Magnet School Pre-K and K-2 Communication & Social Skills teacher, as the most recent recipient of the Classroom Hero Award presented by Heartland Credit Union. Each month, Ad Astra... Read More.