Hutchinson News

FHSU’s Docking Institute Releases 2023 Kansas Speaks Survey

Wednesday, October 25

By FHSU University Communications HAYS, Kan. — The Docking Institute of Public Affairs recently released the annual Kansas Speaks Survey of public opinion. A panel of 485 adult residents of Kansas ages 18 and older were surveyed online to assess their attitudes and opinions regarding... Read More.

K-State Leads Project ARISE to Support Rural and Military-Connected Students Pursuing STEM Careers

Tuesday, October 24

By Patrice Scott, K-State Division of Communications and Marketing MANHATTAN, Kan. — The National Defense Education Program recently awarded Kansas State University's Rural Education Center and its partners a $4 million grant to enhance opportunities for rural and military-connected students interested... Read More.

Safety First in Vehicles: Buckle Up, Phone Down

Tuesday, October 24

By Kansas Department of Transportation KANSAS — Put safety first when getting into a vehicle and participate in Buckle Up Phone Down (BUPD) Day, recognized across the country on Oct. 25. The Kansas Department of Transportation and the Drive To Zero (DTZ) Coalition challenge all... Read More.

USD 308 Board of Education Supports Resolution for Landmark RHID and IRB Grants

Tuesday, October 24

By Hutchinson Public Schools HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The USD 308 Board of Education held its meeting on October 23rd, 2023, at 6 p.m. On the agenda were board action items and presentations: Audit Presentation Resolution 2023-011- RHID and IRB Hutch Landmark Project Hutch Rec -... Read More.

Apartment Complex Fire in Hutchinson Saturday Afternoon

Saturday, October 21

By Lucky Kidd HUTCHINSON, Kan. — One person received minor injuries in a Saturday afternoon fire at an apartment complex in the 3000 block of Sierra Parkway in Hutchinson. Hutchinson Fire units were called out at 1:35 PM and on arrival found heavy smoke pushing out... Read More.

September Labor Market Report

Friday, October 20

By the Kansas Department of Labor Communications Division IMPORTANT NOTE: This release includes nonfarm jobs and labor force estimates for September 2023, which are produced using data from two monthly surveys. Data for nonfarm job estimates is collected through a survey of employers while the... Read More.

Missing Buhler Teen Sought

Friday, October 20

By the Reno County Sheriff's Office RENO COUNTY, Kan. — The Reno County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help in locating a 15-year-old Buhler teen. Eco Kinast has not been seen since October 15th, although she has been in contact with some of her... Read More.

Street Repairs on West 30th from Jefferson to Madison

Friday, October 20

By the City of Hutchinson Public Works Department HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Public Works Street Division will be making street repairs on West 30th Ave between North Jefferson St. and North Madison St., scheduled to commence on October 24th, 2023. Details of the repair project: **Work... Read More.

Suspect Sought in Salina Robbery, Stabbing

Friday, October 20

By Ad Astra News SALINA, Kan. — Salina Police are asking for assistance in locating two people suspected of robbing three people September 20th, stabbing one of them. In a release Friday it was stated a Saline County District Court arrest warrant has been issued in... Read More.

Items Available to Public at Site of Future Day Care this Saturday

Friday, October 20

By Buhler USD 313 HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Buhler USD 313 will have surplus items available to take at the building that will become our new day care this Saturday, October 21st, from 9-12. These items were left behind in the sale of Faith Baptist church. The... Read More.

Kansas to Receive More than $5.4M to Improve 9-8-8 Capacity

Thursday, October 19

By the Kansas Office of the Governor TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly announced today that the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS) is receiving more than $5.4 million from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Substance Abuse and Mental... Read More.

Ad Astra Radio’s October Heartland Credit Union Classroom Hero Recipient Marlene Schroeder

Thursday, October 19

By Brenna Eller HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Ad Astra Radio is proud to announce the most recent recipient of the Classroom Hero Award presented by Heartland Credit Union. Marlene Schroeder teaches 9-12 math classes at Buhler USD 313 Ad Astra Academies. Schroeder took this position a little... Read More.