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Do Not Drink Order Rescinded for the City of Sylvia, Reno County

Friday, April 24

SYLVIA, Kan. - The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has rescinded a Do Not Drink Order for the City of Sylvia public water supply system located in Reno County. The order was issued because of a loss of pressure in the distribution... Read More.

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.

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.

Lyons City Council Hears Police Chief Search Update

Monday, April 20

Lyons Mayor Alicia Hommon provided an update to the City Council at Monday's meeting on the search for a new Chief of Police, in which she stressed the process is not going to be rushed. At the start of her comments, Hommon said... Read More.

“Laughter Without Limits”: Comedian Josh Blue Headlines Fundraiser for Beyond Barriers at Hutchinson’s Fox Theatre

Monday, April 20

HUTCHINSON, KANSAS – APRIL 20, 2026 – Save the date for an evening of laughter and philanthropy as Beyond Barriers presents Laughter Without Limits, a special fundraising event featuring renowned comedian Josh Blue on November 7, 2026, at 7:30 PM at the Fox Theatre in Hutchinson.... Read More.