Hutchinson News

Cosmosphere to Receive SPRINT Grant

Tuesday, May 23

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – The Cosmosphere is set to receive a $700,000 grant from the Kansas Department of Commerce as part of the State Park Revitalization and Investment in Notable Tourism (SPRINT) program. This funding opportunity seeks to revitalize the tourism sector in Kansas in... Read More.

USD 308 Board Selects Individuals to Interview for Vacant Seat

Tuesday, May 23

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – The USD 308 Board of Education reviewed applications for the vacant board member seat on Monday (May 22, 2023).Board members discussed the 11 applications for individuals interested in filling the vacant seat on the USD 308 Board of Education and narrowed... Read More.

Former Hutchinson Police Officer Sentenced on Sexual Assault and Other Charges

Tuesday, May 23

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – A former Hutchinson Police officer was sentenced Monday to 23 ½ years in prison for a series of crimes that took place over the span of a decade, most of which involved incidents in Carey Park where he approached women late... Read More.

Reno County Catbackers Lunch with the Coaches is Wednesday

Monday, May 22

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – The Reno County Area Catbackers invite you to join them in hearing from K-State head football coach Chris Klieman, K-State assistant coaches and student-athletes, and retiring Alumni Association president and CEO Amy Button Renz '76, '86. The program begins at noon... Read More.

A Section of 95th Ave in Northwest Reno County Close this Week

Monday, May 22

RENO COUNTY, Kan. – Reno County Public Works has announced that 95th Ave between Langdon and Avery Roads in Northwest Reno County will be closed to all-through traffic beginning Monday, May 22nd.The section of road will remain closed through Thursday, May 25th for crossroad... Read More.

Hutchinson Art Fair Award Recipients Announced

Monday, May 22

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – The Hutchinson Art Center has announced its merit awards recipients from the recent Hutchinson Art Fair.1st Place ($500): Lindsay Hendershot (Abstract Painting)2nd Place ($400): Michael Schlyer (Stoneware Pottery)3rd Place ($300): Jocelyn Woodson (Painting)Marvel Senti Award ($400): Kathie Moore (Oil Painting)Charlotte Summers... Read More.

KCC Schedules Public Hearings on Evergy’s Request for Rate Hike

Monday, May 22

TOPEKA, Kan. (KPR) – The Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC) has scheduled three public hearings in July to give Evergy customers an opportunity to learn more about the company’s recent rate increase request and to make comments before the Commission. Evergy is requesting a rate... Read More.

Fox Theatre’s 92nd Birthday Celebration is June 3rd

Monday, May 22

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Join us on 1st Avenue in front of the theatre to celebrate the 92nd birthday of Hutchinson's Historic Fox Theatre!Cherished will kick off the birthday celebration at 7:00 PM followed by a brief intermission where Hutchinson’s Historic Fox Theatre will announce... Read More.

Kansas Jobless Rate Holds at 2.9% in April, Unchanged Since November

Friday, May 19

By Tim Carpenter, Kansas Reflector TOPEKA, Kan. — The Kansas unemployment rate remained at 2.9% in April despite a hiring uptick of 300 in government positions and decline of 500 people holding private-sector jobs.The Kansas Department of Labor and U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics... Read More.

Fun for the Whole Family, It’s Rodeo Weekend in Abbyville

Thursday, May 18

ABBYVILLE, Kan. – For a weekend every May, Abbyville transforms into the host for one of the premier small rodeos in the country. The 60th Abbyville Frontier Days and PRCA Rodeo take place this Friday and Saturday, May 19th and 20th.“It’s a family-oriented rodeo,”... Read More.

A Portion of 69th Ave in Northwest Reno County to Close for Bridge Replacement

Thursday, May 18

RENO COUNTY, Kan. – According to Reno County Public Works, 69th Avenue between Yaggy Road and Wilson Road will be closed to all-through traffic beginning Monday, May 22, 2023, for bridge replacement.The road will remain closed until further notice.

Kansas Board of Regents Contemplates 5% to 7% Tuition Hikes at Public State Universities

Thursday, May 18

By Tim Carpenter, Kansas Reflector TOPEKA, Kan. — The state’s six public universities recommended Wednesday the Kansas Board of Regents authorize tuition increases ranging from 5% to 7% in the upcoming school year to counter inflationary pressure and limited success with requests for new funding... Read More.