Hutchinson News

Two Senators Call for Data Center Moratorium

Tuesday, February 24

Two south central Kansas Senators have called on counties in their districts to impose moratoriums on data center projects. Senate Majority Leader Chase Blasi of Andale earlier this week called on Sedgwick County to impose a three year moratorium on such facilities. Senator Blasi, whose... Read More.

KDHE Announces First Rural Health Transformation Program Grant Opportunities for Kansas Providers

Tuesday, February 24

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) posted Request for Applications (RFA) for its first two grant opportunities under the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) in Kansas. The application period for the Regional Partnership (RPGP) and the Rural Emergency Hospital (REH) Conversion/Transformative Capital... Read More.

Governor Kelly Signs Executive Order to Allow Relief from Transportation Restrictions for Wildfire Response Efforts

Tuesday, February 24

TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly has signed Executive Order 26-01 to waive certain requirements for commercial motor vehicle carriers and drivers that are assisting in providing relief from the wildfires impacting parts of Kansas. “As Kansas communities grapple with the impacts of these damaging... Read More.

Senator Marshall Talks About Wildfire Response, Community

Tuesday, February 24

During US Senator Roger Marshall's “Four Corners” tour of 50 Kansas counties last week, he witnessed firsthand the response to wildfires which started on Feb. 17, that burned thousands of acres, mostly in southwest Kansas. Last Tuesday was the day the tour was scheduled to... Read More.

USD 308 Approves 26-27 Calendar During Regular Meeting

Tuesday, February 24

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The USD 308 Board of Education met for its regularly scheduled meeting on February 23, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. Prior to the meeting, board members completed required Head Start and cybersecurity training. Six board members were present, establishing a quorum. Board Member Laura... Read More.

Stream Advisory Partially Rescinded for Main Chikaskia River in Kingman County

Tuesday, February 24

Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has rescinded the stream advisory for part of the Chikaskia River and an unnamed tributary of the Chikaskia River in Kingman County from County Road 808 to the Chikaskia south of Spivey to the K-2 bridge in... Read More.

Hutchinson Area Community Calendar

Monday, February 23

Hutchinson Area Upcoming Events (February 23-March 1) Monday, February 23 Storm Fury on the Plains at the Hutchinson Fire Department Command Training Center at 6:30 p.m. This storm identification and safety presentation is put on by the National Weather Service. Tuesday, February 24 Dillon Lecture Series... Read More.

Hutchinson Regional Medical Center Honors Veterans and Their Service Through New Initiatives

Monday, February 23

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Hutchinson Regional Medical Center (HRMC) is proud to announce the launch of a series of initiatives aimed at honoring veterans and those who have served our country. These efforts, which are deeply rooted in our mission to make health and healing... Read More.

Hutchinson Police are Investigating a Shooting Incident Near 4th and Whiteside.

Friday, February 20

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - **Updated Media Release - Homicide 1st Degree** On February 20th, 2026, at approximately 8:19 P.M., officers with the Hutchinson Police Department were dispatched to the 800 block of West 4th Avenue in reference to a reported shooting. When they arrived, officers located an... Read More.

Ad Astra Radio Names Dianne Freeman as February Classroom Hero Award Winner

Friday, February 20

BUHLER, Kan. — Ad Astra Radio is proud to announce Buhler Grade School First Grade teacher Dianne Freeman as this month’s recipient of the Classroom Hero Award presented by Heartland Credit Union. Each month, Ad Astra Radio honors a different educator, selected from community nominations,... Read More.

Hutchinson High Senior Giselle Rodriguez Received the Surprise of a Lifetime This Week

Friday, February 20

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Giselle Rodriguez, a senior at Hutchinson High School, was surprised this week with a full-ride Rudd Scholarship during a special presentation that left her overwhelmed with joy. Counselors invited Rodriguez to the office under the pretense of signing a scholarship application. Instead, she... Read More.

UPDATE: Statewide Silver Alert Canceled for Missing Wichita Man

Friday, February 20

WICHITA, Kan. – The Wichita Police Department reported to the Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) that Joseph Hanby has been located safe. The Statewide Silver Alert is now canceled. WICHITA, Kan. – The Wichita Police Department requested the Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) issue a statewide... Read More.