Hutchinson News

Hutchinson Zoo to Host Ribbon Cutting for New Additions

Monday, July 24

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — At 10:30 a.m. on July 28, the Hutchinson Zoo will be hosting an official ribbon cutting ceremony for the opening of the Nature Play Expansion and Splash River.The new area is a unique space for children and adults to explore nature... Read More.

Back to School Immunizations

Monday, July 24

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Reno County Health Department will have extended hours for back-to-school immunizations this year in July and August, in plenty of time for the start of the new school year.The Back to School Vaccine Clinic will be open until 8 p.m.... Read More.

Dolly Parton to Visit Kansas to Celebrate her Imagination Library Program

Friday, July 21

By the Kansas Office of the GovernorTOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly announced on July 21 that on Monday, August 14, 2023, American icon Dolly Parton will visit Kansas to celebrate the statewide success of her Imagination Library program at a closed event hosted... Read More.

Community Care Hospice to Offer Care in Central Kansas

Friday, July 21

McPHERSON, Kan. — Community Care Hospice, a new hospice organization that launched on July 1, is a joint venture involving the Progressive Health Alliance, a group of 13 non profit retirement communities in Kansas and Midland Care Connection of Topeka, one of the... Read More.

Human Trafficking Advisory Board Meet with Kobach, Mattivi

Friday, July 21

By the Office of the Kansas Attorney General TOPEKA, Kan. — The Human Trafficking Advisory Board (HTAB) met with Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach and Kansas Bureau of Investigation Director Tony Mattivi during its July 20 meeting. This month's meeting is the second quarterly meeting... Read More.

Kansas Unemployment Rate Slides to 2.8% in June, Breaking Seven-Month Freeze at 2.9%

Friday, July 21

By Tim Carpenter, Kansas Reflector TOPEKA, Kan. — The Kansas unemployment rate dipped to 2.8% during June to equal a mark last achieved nearly one year ago, officials said Friday.“After remaining unchanged for seven consecutive months, the Kansas unemployment rate declined in June to... Read More.

Continued Storm Cleanup Plan for Great Bend, Trees & Limbs

Friday, July 21

GREAT BEND, Kan. — The City of Great Bend has put together a plan for the cleanup of trees and limbs following the recent storm that passed through the city July 16.A recent news release from Great Bend shared that the next step for... Read More.

Freddy’s “Custard With Cops”

Friday, July 21

KANSAS - On July 26, eight Freddy's Frozen Custard and Steakburgers locations including McPherson, Hutchinson, and Newton will be participating in "Custard with Cops," an event from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., where 15 percent of the sales made that day will go towards... Read More.

RENO County EMS Deputy Chief David Trotter to Retire

Thursday, July 20

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Reno County EMS announced the retirement of their Deputy Chief David Trotter of 44 years. His last day will be July 29, 2023."His steadfast commitment, exceptional leadership, and endless dedication have left a permanent mark on the organization and the lives... Read More.

City Approves Three of Six Applications Seeking ARPA Funds

Wednesday, July 19

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Three of six applications seeking ARPA funding for housing projects will receive funding approved by the Hutchinson City Council July 19. The city had requests for just under 720 thousand dollars in funding, and since only 591 thousand was available a... Read More.

4th Annual Bridgebuilder’s Barbecue

Wednesday, July 19

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — On July 27, for the fourth year in a row, there will be a barbecue event called the Bridgebuilder’s BBQ, a joint effort between the NAACP Youth and Hutchinson Police Department.Heather Jobe, NAACP Youth Advisor said the BBQ was created after... Read More.

Capper Project Dedication Set for July 24

Wednesday, July 19

By the Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation Hutchinson, Kan — The Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation, along with the Kansas State Fair set the date for the dedication of the Capper Project for Monday, July 24, 2023 at 3 PM at the House of Capper on the Kansas State... Read More.