Hutchinson News

New Date and Local for Annual Sand Plum Bicycle Classic

Friday, May 5

RENO COUNTY, Kan. – This year’s Sand Plum Bicycle Classic will feature a new date and location. The annual Reno County favorite will be taking place on Sunday, June 4, and will offer four different distances to choose from:16-mile, 36-mile, 53-mile, or take on... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces $30 Million to Increase High-Speed Internet Availability

Thursday, May 4

TOPEKA – Wedneday, Governor Laura Kelly announced a new program aimed at helping Kansas communities that lack high-speed internet. The Lasting Infrastructure and Network Connectivity (LINC) program will provide $30 million in competitive funding opportunities to build the infrastructure needed for more homes and... Read More.

EPA Fulfills Governor Kelly’s Request to Save Kansans Money at the Gas Pump This Summer

Thursday, May 4

TOPEKA, Kan. – Governor Laura Kelly announced Wednesday that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has granted her request to allow the sale of E15 products – gasoline blended with 15% ethanol – during the summer months through an emergency waiver. This action will help prevent potential fuel shortages and... Read More.

City of Arlington Water Supply Shows High Nitrate Levels

Thursday, May 4

ARLINGTON, Kan. – The City of Arlington has issued a public notice regarding nitrate levels in the city's water supply. A sample tested on April 18th showed a nitrate level of 11 milligrams per liter, which is above the federal nitrate standard of 10... Read More.

Biden Rule Protecting Lesser Prairie Chicken Overturned by U.S. Senate

Thursday, May 4

By Ariana Figueroa, Kansas Reflector WASHINGTON — The U.S. Senate on Wednesday passed on a 50-48 vote a resolution overturning a Biden administration rule that listed a popular Southwestern game bird under a federal endangered species designation.The White House has vowed President Joe Biden would... Read More.

Kansas Officials Plan to Cut Down on Foster Placements

Thursday, May 4

By Rachel Mipro, Kansas Reflector KANSAS CITY, Kan. — The Kansas Department for Children and Families will work to reduce unnecessary foster care placements, said DCF Secretary Laura Howard, expressing optimism about new funding measures and legislation.“This was a strong legislative session in terms... Read More.

USD 308 Works With Community to Create New Mission, Vision, and Values

Thursday, May 4

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - USD 308 has taken an important step towards creating a new mission, vision, and core values with the help of district leadership, community members, and consultants from Wichita State University’s Community Engagement Institute. The project aims to establish a shared understanding... Read More.

City of Hutchinson Clarifies Eligibility and Extends Due Date for Hutch Housing Infrastructure Grant Program

Thursday, May 4

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - The City of Hutchinson recently announced the launch of the Hutch Housing Infrastructure Grant Program, funded through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). This program is designed to respond to the negative impacts on housing as a result of the Covid-19... Read More.

Hutchinson Community Foundation Awards $71K in Grants

Thursday, May 4

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - Hutchinson Community Foundation awarded Fund for Reno County grants totaling $71,075 to eight nonprofit organizations in March. Established in 1990, the Fund for Reno County serves as a permanent resource for the changing needs of Reno County. Grants represent an innovative... Read More.

Work on East 30th Ave Included in 2023 Hutchinson Street Maintenance

Tuesday, May 2

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – The Hutchinson City Council Tuesday awarded the 2023 arterial street maintenance project contract to APAC Kansas. APAC’s bid, the lower of the two received, came in at just over $934 thousand dollars, more than $100 thousand above the engineers’ estimate.The project... Read More.

Bid Accepted for Phase I of Woodie Seat Freeway Improvement Project

Tuesday, May 2

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Just one bid was received for the first of two phases connected to the Woodie Seat Freeway Improvement Project. That one bid, from APAC Kansas, was accepted Tuesday by the Hutchinson City Council Tuesday. The bid came in considerably above the... Read More.

Observance of National Peace Officers Memorial Day to be Observed May 12th in Hutchinson

Tuesday, May 2

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – The Reno County Sheriff’s Office along with the Hutchinson Police Department will host an Observance of National Peace Officers Memorial Day on Friday, May 12th, at 11 a.m. in front of the Law Enforcement Center in Hutchinson.The public is invited to... Read More.