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“Laughter without Limits”: Comedian Josh Blue Headlines Fundraiser for Beyond Barriers at Hutchinson’s Fox Theatre

Monday, April 1

By Beyond Barriers HUTCHINSON, Kan. — November 2nd, 2024 - Save the date for an evening of laughter and philanthropy as Beyond Barriers presents Laughter without Limits, a special fundraiser event featuring renowned comedian Josh Blue. This event aims to support Beyond Barriers, a nonprofit... Read More.

Total Solar Eclipse to Cross North America on April 8

Friday, March 29

By Kansas Department of Transportation TOPEKA, Kan. — On Monday, April 8, a total solar eclipse will cross North America. The Kansas Department of Transportation and the Kansas Highway Patrol advise travelers to plan ahead as traffic is expected to increase. “Remember that the shoulders of... Read More.

City of Nickerson Routine Hydrant Flushes Scheduled for April 8 at 7 PM

Friday, March 29

By the City of Nickerson NICKERSON, Kan. — Reno County Fire District 3 will be doing routine hydrant flushes on April 8th at 7:00 p.m. Citizens may experience discolored water during and after these flushes. Please run your water for a few minutes and it will... Read More.

Commerce Awards Nearly $1.5M in CDBG Grants for Housing and Commercial Projects

Thursday, March 28

By the Kansas Department of Commerce TOPEKA, Kan. — The Kansas Department of Commerce has announced that five Kansas cities will receive a share of $1,450,000 through the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program to assist with community development projects. CDBG, administered by the Department of... Read More.

Reno County Commission Approves Small-Scale Solar Regulations

Wednesday, March 27

By Lucky Kidd RENO COUNTY, Kan. — Following another lengthy discussion Wednesday, Reno County Commissioners approved with one change regulations for limited-scale commercial solar systems, those of 2-megawatt-capacity or smaller on lot sizes of less than ten acres. The change made was to permit storage batteries... Read More.

Woman Arrested After Tuesday Evening Stabbing, Arson Incidents

Wednesday, March 27

By Lucky Kidd HUTCHINSON, Kan. — One person is in custody after stabbing and arson incidents northwest of Hutchinson Tuesday night. The Reno County Sheriff's office said deputies responded at 7:17 PM to the 5300 block of West 43rd on the stabbing report. On arrival heavy... Read More.

Kansas House Passes AM Radio Support Resolution

Wednesday, March 27

By Lucky Kidd On a 109-14 vote the Kansas House of Representatives Wednesday passed and sent to the Senate a resolution supporting efforts to keep AM radios in vehicles, endorsing the Federal AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act. The AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act, proposed... Read More.

Congressman Tracey Mann’s Office Accepting Submissions for 2024 Congressional Art Competition

Wednesday, March 27

By Brenna Eller KANSAS — The office of U.S. Congressman Tracey Mann is accepting submissions for this year's Congressional Art Competition. Each Spring, the U.S. House of Representatives hosts a nationwide high school arts competition to recognize and encourage artistic talent throughout the nation and... Read More.

USD 308 Seeks Community Input for District Facilities Plan

Wednesday, March 27

By Hutchinson Public Schools HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Public Schools USD 308 is excited to announce a series of public engagement meetings. The Facilities Steering Committee of Hutchinson Public Schools has been meeting since January 2023 to determine district facility priorities. Community input is invaluable... Read More.

HHS Wall of Honor Nominations Now Open

Tuesday, March 26

By Hutchinson Public Schools HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson High School Wall of Honor is looking for nominees. A nominee has to be a Hutchinson High School graduate and have graduated at least 10 years prior to the nomination. The nominee must have attained a... Read More.

Bretz Injury Law Announces 3rd Annual Cruise for the Cure Poker Run

Tuesday, March 26

By Bretz Injury Law HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Bretz Injury Law presents the 3rd Annual Cruise for the Cure Poker Run benefiting the Cancer Council of Reno County. Bretz Injury Law is excited to announce the 3rd Annual Cruise for the Cure Poker Run occurring in Hutchinson,... Read More.

HutchCC Student Named Semi-Finalist and Winner of National Awards

Monday, March 25

By Hutchinson Community College HUTCHINSON, Kan. (March 22, 2024) — Megan Ratzlaff, daughter of Ric and Susie Ratzlaff of Buhler, Kansas, is one of 459 community college students nationwide who were named semi-finalists in the 2024 Jack Kent Cooke Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship competition. She is... Read More.