Hutchinson News

One Dead, One Injured in Early Sunday Shooting in Kingman County

Sunday, December 21

NORWICH, Kan. — One person is dead, and another injured after an early Sunday morning shooting in Norwich in far southeast Kingman County. Kingman County Undersheriff Travis Sowers said deputies were called to the 300 block of South Somerset, where on arrival emergency crew found... Read More.

One Displaced, No Injuries Reported in Early Morning Fire in Hutchinson

Saturday, December 20

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Fire Department responded to a structure fire at 7:10 a.m. Saturday at the 800 block of North Plum. First arriving fire crews found heavy smoke coming from the attic of the home and made an aggressive fire attack in the... Read More.

Salvation Army Christmas Campaign Nears End, Still Needs Help to Reach Red Kettle Goal

Friday, December 19

HUTCHISON, Kan. – While generous donations have provided food, toys, clothing, blankets, and stocking stuffers, The Salvation Army of Hutchinson still needs the community's help to reach its annual Christmas campaign goal. The campaign runs until January 31, but a significant portion of the $300,000... Read More.

HFD Provides Update on Thursday’s Fire

Friday, December 19

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - December 19, 2025 - Crews remain on scene working small hot spots and tree fires. Fire weather is very high again today and crews are making sure we do not get a new start from this fire. Damage assessment is ongoing however... Read More.

Second Christian School in Area Receives Bomb Threat

Friday, December 19

ELBING, Kan. — According to KAKE News, there was also a bomb threat this morning at Berean Academy in Elbing. Berean is a K-12 school located about 12 miles east of Newton, just inside Butler County. The threat was reported just after 8... Read More.

Chief Justice Marla Luckert to Step Back From Role

Friday, December 19

TOPEKA, Kan. — Chief Justice Marla Luckert will resign from the office of chief justice on January 2, but she will remain as a justice on the Supreme Court until she retires on a date to be announced. The Kansas Constitution includes a provision that... Read More.

HCTEA Shines at SkillsUSA District Tournament, Qualifies Nine Students for State Competition

Friday, December 19

HUTCHINSON, KS – Hutchinson Career & Technical Education Academy (HCTEA) hosted the SkillsUSA District Tournament on Thursday, November 20, welcoming students from Pratt and Ellinwood high schools. The event featured Leadership competitions including Job Interview, Job Demonstration A, and Job Demonstration Open. SkillsUSA is a... Read More.

Potato…Po-tah-to: Knowing the Variety Makes a Difference in How You Cook Versatile Vegetable

Friday, December 19

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas State University food scientist Karen Blakeslee says that even though two potato varieties may seem the same, there can be a big difference in how each makes it to the dinner table. She said starch and moisture content determine the best... Read More.

Central Christian School Issues Release About Friday Morning Incident

Friday, December 19

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - Early this morning, a bomb threat was made to Central Christian School. Out of an abundance of caution, the school immediately evacuated students from the premises upon becoming aware of the threat and promptly contacted local authorities. While we did not... Read More.

Union Valley In Soft Lockdown Out of Abundance of Caution

Friday, December 19

UPDATE: The Soft Lockdown has been lifted at Union Valley Elementary. The nearby threat has been resolved. BUHLER, Kan. - December 19, 2025 - 8:08 a.m. - Union Valley has been informed of a nearby threat. In an abundance of caution, Union Valley is in... Read More.

USD 313 Superintendent Cindy Couchman Summarizes Evacuation, Gives Thanks, Shares Next Steps

Thursday, December 18

Buhler USD 313 Superintendent Cindy Couchman has provided a summary , thank You , and next steps following the Plum Creek Elementary School evacuation Thursday afternoon. In her summary of the evacuation, Couchman said she was notified at 1:15 p.m. that there was... Read More.

KBI Investigating Officer-Involved Shooting in Leavenworth

Thursday, December 18

LEAVENWORTH COUNTY – The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) is investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred Thursday afternoon in Leavenworth, Kansas. On Dec. 18, at approximately 4:10 p.m., the Leavenworth Police Department requested KBI assistance. KBI agents and the Crime Scene Response Team responded to investigate. At around... Read More.

One Dead, One Injured in Early Sunday Shooting in Kingman County

One Displaced, No Injuries Reported in Early Morning Fire in Hutchinson

Salvation Army Christmas Campaign Nears End, Still Needs Help to Reach Red Kettle Goal

HFD Provides Update on Thursday’s Fire

Second Christian School in Area Receives Bomb Threat

Chief Justice Marla Luckert to Step Back From Role

HCTEA Shines at SkillsUSA District Tournament, Qualifies Nine Students for State Competition

Potato…Po-tah-to: Knowing the Variety Makes a Difference in How You Cook Versatile Vegetable

Central Christian School Issues Release About Friday Morning Incident

Union Valley In Soft Lockdown Out of Abundance of Caution

USD 313 Superintendent Cindy Couchman Summarizes Evacuation, Gives Thanks, Shares Next Steps

KBI Investigating Officer-Involved Shooting in Leavenworth

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