Hutchinson News

KHP Troopers Recognized for Saving Life of Woman at Last Year’s Fair

Saturday, September 16

By Lucky Kidd HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Two members of the Kansas Highway Patrol were recognized Saturday by Kansas State Fair Officials for the efforts that saved the life of a Hutchinson woman at last year's Fair. During the last Saturday of the 2022 fair Master Trooper... Read More.

Marion County Scarecrow Wins Fair Contest

Saturday, September 16

By Lucky Kidd HUTCHINSON, Kan. — During this year's Kansas State Fair counties around the state were invited to create a tabletop scarecrow. The scarecrows were displayed during the fair in the Pride of Kansas Building, and the winning scarecrow came from Marion County. Each entry... Read More.

Rainy Red Friday Doesn’t Stop Chiefs Kingdom

Saturday, September 16

By Brenna Eller HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Fairgoers endured the stormy weather on Friday for Kansas Lottery Chiefs Red Friday at the Kansas State Fair. The day was filled with people sporting Kansas City Chiefs gear and there was a long line for the viewing of... Read More.

Celebrity Goat Milking Champions, Kansas Board of EMS

Saturday, September 16

By Brenna Eller HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Kansas Board of EMS "Goat Busters" took home the first place trophy for the Celebrity Goat Milking Contest at the Kansas State Fair Sheep, Swine and Goat Building on Friday. The Runner Up team was the Hutchinson Fire... Read More.

Three Pedestrians Struck by Vehicle, Receive Serious Injuries Leaving Fairgrounds Friday Night

Saturday, September 16

By Ad Astra News HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Three people received serious injuries when they were struck by a vehicle along State Fair Road Friday night. The incident occurred just after 10:30 PM between Gates 5 and 6. The Kansas Highway Patrol, which has primary law enforcement... Read More.

Kansas Lottery Chiefs Red Friday, Sept. 15

Thursday, September 14

By Brenna Eller HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Tomorrow, on Sept. 15, don't forget to wear your Kansas City Chiefs gear for "Kansas Lottery Chiefs Red Friday"at the Kansas State Fair. The day will feature a special appearance by the Kansas City Chiefs' Championship Super Bowl LVII Trophy from... Read More.

Last Concert Before his Big Day, Cooper Alan at Kansas State Fair Sept. 12

Thursday, September 14

By Brenna Eller HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Those who attended the Frank Ray and Cooper Alan concert on Sept. 12 had quite the party with the two country musicians. Frank Ray, bilingual Texas chart-topping country artist from New Mexico, is well known for hit songs, "Country'd Look... Read More.

Woodie Seat Bridge Closed Monday, Sept. 18 for Road and Bridge Infrastructure Repair Until Further Notice

Thursday, September 14

RENO COUNTY, Kan. — The county owned Woodie Seat Bridge over the Arkansas River, and the city owned infrastructure located north of the bridge, south of Avenue C, will be closed to all through traffic beginning Monday, Sept. 18 for road and bridge infrastructure... Read More.

Race Track Update at Fairgrounds Grandstand

Thursday, September 14

By Lucky Kidd HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Kansas State Fair Board Thursday agreed to accept proposals through Oct. 31 on options for the race track at the Fairgrounds Grandstand. Last November the board voted to move forward with a plan to take out the half... Read More.

Request for Proposals: Reno County/Hutchinson Fights Addiction Fund

Thursday, September 14

By Sandra J. Milburn, Reno County Communications Specialist RENO COUNTY, Kan. — To date, Reno County and Hutchinson have received approximately $240,000 through the Kansas State Attorney General’s Office for their respective Kansas Fights Addictions Funds. In order to best meet the needs of our community,... Read More.

Cosmosphere Hosts Teachers’ Night Out

Thursday, September 14

By the Cosmosphere HUTCHINSON, Kan. — On Thursday, September 14, the Cosmosphere is hosting Teachers’ Night Out from 4 to 6:30 p.m. Educators from Reno County and beyond are invited to celebrate the start of the new school year and learn all about the STEM... Read More.

USD 308 Budget Hearing Updates and 2023 Fall Homecoming Parade on Track for Sept. 29

Thursday, September 14

By Lucky Kidd HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The USD 308 Board of Education held the Revenue Neutral Rate Hearing, Budget Hearing, and Regular Meeting September 11th, 2023. During the RNR Hearing, Sheila Meggers, Assistant Superintendent of Finance, spoke of the process, “All of the amounts are estimated,... Read More.