Hutchinson News

National Modular MFG LLC Signs Lease with Salt City Investments in Kansas Enterprise Industrial Park

Tuesday, February 17

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — February 17, 2026 — National Modular MFG LLC, with operations in Haven, Kansas, and Providence, North Carolina, has signed a long-term lease to double the size of its Kansas operations. The expansion includes a 57,600-square-foot facility located in the Kansas Enterprise... Read More.

Stream Advisory Issued for an Unnamed Tributary of the Chikaskia River in Kingman County

Monday, February 16

KINGMAN COUNTY, Kan. — Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a stream advisory for 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 Harper County. The... Read More.

Red Flag Warnings in Effect for Barton, Ellsworth, Pratt and Stafford Counties from Noon to 7 PM

Monday, February 16

Governor Laura Kelly has issued a verbal state of disaster declaration due to an extended period of dangerous fire weather over the next few days. This declaration makes available state resources to provide assistance. The State Emergency Operations Center is being staffed starting Tuesday by... Read More.

The Cosmosphere to Host Artemis III Engineer Alicia Cianciolo for Presentation

Monday, February 16

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Cosmosphere will host a special public presentation, Artemis Moon Missions: Returning to Stay, featuring Alicia Cianciolo, Human Landing Systems Engineering Team Lead for NASA’s Artemis III mission. Alicia Cianciolo leads engineering efforts focused on safely returning humans to the lunar surface.... Read More.

Registration Opens March 1 for Walk Kansas

Monday, February 16

Eight-week program encourages people to get out and move MANHATTAN, Kan. — Registration opens March 1 for the 2026 Walk Kansas program, an eight-week initiative offered by Kansas State University Extension designed to help participants build healthier habits through physical activity, nutrition and overall... Read More.

Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias Live at the Kansas State Fair on September 17, 2026

Monday, February 16

Comedy Icon Brings New Show to the Kansas State Fair HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Comedy superstar Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias returns to the Kansas State Fair with an all-new show, Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias Live, on Thursday, September 17, 7:30 PM at the Kansas Star Casino Grandstand. Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias... Read More.

Kigman Healthcare Center Named a Top 100 Critical Access Hospital

Monday, February 16

KINGMAN, Kan. - Kingman Healthcare Center in Kingman, Kansas today announced it has been recognized as a 2026 Top 100 Critical Access Hospital by The Chartis Center for Rural Health. The Top 100 awards program celebrates outstanding performance annually among the nation’s rural hospitals... Read More.

K-State Students Prepare for Careers with Funded Summer Experiences

Sunday, February 15

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas State University students pursued professional development dreams around the world last summer thanks to the university's Mark Chapman Scholars Program. Applications are open now for the 2026 program. From environmental science studies in France and fine arts training in New... Read More.

Fire Causes Extensive Damage to Hutchinson Home Saturday Afternoon, No Injuries Reported

Saturday, February 14

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Fire units responded to a Saturday afternoon structure fire that caused extensive damage to a home in the 400 block of East 7th. First arriving crews reported black smoke coming from the eaves of the 2 ½ story structure. The house... Read More.

Two Arrested Following Saturday Afternoon Chase in McPherson County

Saturday, February 14

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — Two people were arrested after a Saturday afternoon chase involving a stolen vehicle. The driver of the vehicle, Bobby Heckman, was booked into the McPherson County Jail on a $25,600 bond on charges related to the chase along with felony theft,... Read More.

Applications Open for Kansas Wheat Scholarships Honoring Industry Leaders

Thursday, February 12

High school seniors and current Kansas college students have until Friday, March 13, 2026, to apply for one of two $1,000 scholarships from Kansas Wheat honoring industry leaders Herb Clutter and David Radenberg. The scholarships - each worth $1,000 - continue a proud tradition... Read More.

K-State Cattlemen’s Day Scheduled for March 6

Thursday, February 12

Annual event will be held at the university’s new Bilbrey Family Event Center MANHATTAN, Kan. — Using genetic tools to advance the next generation of livestock and the economic outlook on the beef market highlight the program during the 113th Cattlemen's Day, hosted by... Read More.