Hutchinson News

Career Opportunities in Kansas Plentiful for Those Seeking Work

Thursday, August 17

By Kansas Commerce TOPEKA, Kan. — Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland invites jobseekers and employers to participate in this month’s Statewide Virtual Job Fair, hosted by KANSASWORKS, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, August 23.“In 2023 alone, more than 1,500 jobseekers... Read More.

Cosmosphere Recognized as Tripadvisor 2023 Travelers’ Choice Award Winner

Thursday, August 17

Cosmosphere’s Great Traveler Reviews Earn it a Place Among Travelers’ Favorites By the Cosmosphere Hutchinson, Kan. – The Cosmosphere today announced it has been recognized by Tripadvisor as a 2023 Travelers’ Choice award winner for Top 10% of Attractions Worldwide. The coveted award celebrates businesses that... Read More.

Kansas Housing Resources Corporation Awards MIH Grants and Tax Credits

Wednesday, August 16

KANSAS — Kansas Housing Resources Corporation made award announcements on Aug. 11 for the 2023 Round 2 Moderate Income Housing, Kansas Housing Investor Tax Credit, and Moderate Income Housing-American Rescue Plan Act Award List. There were 20 projects from 19 Kansas communities awarded MIH Grants... Read More.

BREAKING: KBI Announces Criminal Investigation Linked to Marion County Record to Proceed Independently

Wednesday, August 16

By Lucky Kidd MARION, Kan. — Kansas Bureau of Investigation announced today the criminal investigation linked to the Marion County Record will proceed independently and without review or examination of any evidence seized from the paper and two homes by Marion Police under search warrants... Read More.

Hutchinson Reno County Emergency Communications Celebrating 40 Years

Wednesday, August 16

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson-Reno County Emergency Communications is inviting the community to celebrate the 40th year of being the 911 consolidated center for Reno County.They will be providing tours of the center and other activities for the day. They are still working the... Read More.

Hutchinson Zoo Looking for Input, Developing Strategic Master Plan

Wednesday, August 16

By the Hutchinson Zoo The Hutchinson Zoo is developing a new Strategic Master Plan that will guide the Zoo’s and Hutchinson Friends of the Zoo's mission, vision, activities, and improvements over the next 7-10 years. The Hutchinson Zoo hopes our new ideas will help every... Read More.

Dolly Parton Celebrates Statewide Imagination Library Program Expansion in Kansas

Wednesday, August 16

~Governor Kelly Proclaims August 14 ‘Imagination Library of Kansas Day’ in the State~~ By the Kansas Office of the Governor OVERLAND PARK, Kan. – Governor Laura Kelly welcomed iconic singer-songwriter and early childhood literacy advocate Dolly Parton to Kansas on Monday to celebrate the statewide expansion of her Imagination Library... Read More.

Cosmosphere Pink Floyd Dark Side of the Moon 50th Anniversary Planetarium Show

Tuesday, August 15

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Tickets are still available for the Pink Floyd Dark Side of the Moon 50th Anniversary Planetarium Show at the Cosmosphere's Justice Planetarium on Aug. 18.The show offers views of the solar system and beyond, played out to 42 minutes of The... Read More.

Hutchinson City Council Approves Multiple Sale and Delivery Bonds for the City

Tuesday, August 15

By Lucky Kidd HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson City Council Tuesday approved the sale and delivery of bonds to cover a number of projects in the city. TD Securities had the low bid on the $2.44 million in bond sold, which due to a bid... Read More.

USD 313 Board Approves Purchase of Masonic Lodge Building for Ad Astra Academies

Tuesday, August 15

By Lucky Kidd BUHLER, Kan. — Buhler USD 313's Ad Astra Academies will have a new home in the near future.The USD 313 Board of Education last night approved the purchase of the Masonic Lodge building on East 23rd in Hutchinson for $235,000. Board members toured... Read More.

Hutchinson Police Officer Brice Burlie Appointed Chief of Police

Tuesday, August 15

By Lucky Kidd HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Veteran Hutchinson Police officer Brice Burlie is the new Chief of Police. Burlie, a 24 year member of the department and most recently operations captain, was introduced during Tuesday's Hutchinson City Council meeting.Interim City Manager Mary Grace Clements, who... Read More.

USD 308 Honors Teachers and Staff at Convocation

Tuesday, August 15

By USD 308 Board of Education HUTCHINSON, KAN. — Hutchinson Public Schools welcomed back teachers and staff at their annual Convocation event on Wednesday, August 9th. Held at the Sports Arena, this event featured guest speaker, Debra Teufel, President of the Hutch Chamber, an awards ceremony... Read More.