Hutchinson News – Page 164 – Ad Astra Radio

Videos Series Brings Voice to Work Zone Awareness

Tuesday, April 16

By the Kansas Department of Transportation TOPEKA, Kan. – April 15 through April 19 is National Work Zone Awareness Week. But for Kansas Department of Transportation crews and contract workers, their lives depend on work zone awareness every week of the year. In highway construction... Read More.

49 Animals Seized From Nickerson Residence

Tuesday, April 16

By Lucky Kidd NICKERSON, Kan. — 41 cats, five dogs, two chinchillas and one rabbit have been seized by Reno County Sheriff's Deputies from a residence in Nickerson and are currently being housed in four area shelters. Reno County Sheriff's Captain Steve Lutz said deputies went... Read More.

Pathways to a Healthy Kansas, a Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas Initiative, Grants $25,000 to the Reno County Farmers’ Market

Tuesday, April 16

By Reno County, Kansas RENO COUNTY, Kan. — The Reno County Producers Market, commonly referred to as the Reno County Farmers’ Market, received a check for $25,000 as part of the Pathways to a Healthy Kansas (Pathways) grant, a Blue Cross and Blue Shield of... Read More.

Kansas Kidwind Teams Advance to National Competition

Tuesday, April 16

By the Kansas Corporation Division TOPEKA, Kan. — The winners of last weekend’s Kansas KidWind State Finals are now gearing up for their next challenge – the World KidWind Challenge scheduled for May 5-8, 2024 in Minneapolis, MN. To qualify for the world competition, teams... Read More.

Hutch Rec Announces Hiring of Two New Leadership Team Members; Promotion of Staff

Monday, April 15

By Hutchinson Recreation Commission HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Recreation Commission announces the hiring of two new members to its leadership team and a promotion within the team. Kelsey Loutensock started at Hutch Rec as the Aquatics and Special Events Manager on April 1. She comes to... Read More.

AMERICAN PICKERS to Film in Kansas

Monday, April 15

By the American Pickers TV Show, Cineflix Productions KANSAS — The American Pickers are excited to return to Kansas! They plan to film episodes of The History Channel hit television series throughout your area in June 2024. AMERICAN PICKERS is a documentary series that explores... Read More.

Hutchinson Horticulture Club to Hold Plant Sale Saturday, April 20

Monday, April 15

By Brenna Eller HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Horticulture Club is holding a Plant Sale fundraiser on April 20 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Dillon Nature Center (Main Building), 3002 East 30th Street. Plants in the following categories will be available: Perennials Wildflowers ... Read More.

Reno County Correctional Facility Inmate Dies Sunday

Monday, April 15

By Lucky Kidd RENO COUNTY, Kan. — An inmate at the Reno County Correctional Facility died Sunday. Sheriff Darrian Campbell said in a statement that deputies at the facility were notified just after 6 PM an inmate was in distress in his cell. Deputies performed life... Read More.

Boys State of Kansas Offering College Credit, Scholarships for Attendees

Monday, April 15

By the American Legion Boys State of Kansas KANSAS — The American Legion Boys State of Kansas has announced a partnership with Kansas State University to offer attendees of the leadership program three hours of college credit at a significant discount. This year’s ALBSK will... Read More.

Hutchinson/Reno County Legislative Forum Invites Community Engagement

Monday, April 15

By Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson/Reno County Legislative Forum is set to convene on Saturday, April 20th, offering residents an invaluable opportunity to hear directly from their elected representatives. Hosted at the Stringer Fine Arts, located at 600 E. 11th... Read More.

UPDATE: Statewide Silver Alert Out of Rush County is Canceled

Saturday, April 13

By the Kansas Bureau of Investigation MCPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. – The Rush County Sheriff’s Office reported that Marilyn Jo Spangenburg, 79, was located in McPherson County, Kansas. She is now safe. Thank you for your assistance during the alert. The statewide silver alert is now canceled. Earlier... Read More.

Two Month Investigation Leads to Two-Person Arrest on Fentanyl Distribution Charges

Friday, April 12

By Lucky Kidd RENO COUNTY, Kan. — A two-month investigation by the Reno County Drug Enforcement Unit and Hutchinson Police Special Operations unit has led to the arrest of two persons on fentanyl distribution charges. On Wednesday a traffic stop was made on a vehicle occupied... Read More.