Hutchinson News

Hesston Community Foundation Receives Over $77K During Campaign Event

Monday, July 31

HESSTON, Kan. — Just over $77,000 was raised during the Give.Match..Grow Hesston! campaign and $70,000 of that amount will be matched through the Patterson Family Foundation matching grant. The foundation said they are very grateful for the community's donations and for the opportunity to further... Read More.

Newton Approves Next Steps for 71-Home Addition

Monday, July 31

Rundown by the City of Newton Public Information Office (this does not represent official Commission minutes) NEWTON, Kan. — The Newton City Commission Meeting began at 7 p.m. on July 25, 2023, and the City Commission first set a public hearing for Sept. 12 to establish a... Read More.

Have You Paid Your 2022 Real Estate Taxes?

Monday, July 31

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Reno County has provided a list for taxpayers prior to a future newspaper publication required by state law. Changes in address, mailing errors, and other miscommunication often result in taxpayers missing a payment. This notice is an effort to reach... Read More.

Heartland Tri-State Bank Seized and Determined Insolvent, Now Acquired by Dream First Bank

Friday, July 28

ELKHART, Kan. — An Elkhart, Kansas bank, Heartland Tri-State Bank, with two branches in south central Kansas including one in Arlington, has been seized by state banking regulators. The Office of the State Bank Commissioner seized Heartland Tri-State Bank Friday after an ongoing investigation determined... Read More.

Like the Sizzling Temperatures, Gas Prices Climb Higher

Friday, July 28

By Andrew Gross & Devin Gladden, AAA Newsroom WASHINGTON, D.C. (July 27, 2023) —The national average for a gallon of gas awoke from a months-long slumber, surging 13 cents since last week to $3.71. The primary cause appears to be the oil price, which... Read More.

Reduced-Price and Free School Meals Available

Friday, July 28

By Ann Bush, Kansas State Department of Education KANSAS — The Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE) announces the participation of all Kansas school districts and many private schools in the National School Lunch and/or School Breakfast Program. Local school officials have adopted the... Read More.

Kingman EMS Receives $8,000 Donation From Invenergy

Friday, July 28

KINGMAN, Kan. — Kingman EMS gave thanks to Invenergy for an $8,000 donation on July 27. With the money, the department was able to buy Sapphire Multi-Therapy Infusion pumps for each ambulance. These programmable IV Pumps will help the providers administer IV medications... Read More.

Kingman EMS and Rescue Chief Bieghler Named Recipient of 2023 Donald E. White Educator of the Year Award

Friday, July 28

KINGMAN, Kan. — Kingman EMS and Rescue Chief Zach Bieghler will be named the recipient of the 2023 Donald E. White Educator of the Year Award from the Kansas Emergency Medical Service Association at this year's Kansas EMS Association banquet on Aug 12, 2023.... Read More.

KDWP Offering Special Hunting Access this Fall Through Free Draw

Friday, July 28

By Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks PRATT, Kan. — Exclusive access to land not normally open to hunting and above average success rates... Sound like an expensive hunting lease? Well, it’s not. The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks’ Special Hunts program provides hundreds of... Read More.

United Way of Reno County Board Member Sotelo Representing at World Summit in Northern Ireland

Friday, July 28

By United Way of Reno County Hutchinson, Kan. — United Way of Reno County is excited to announce that Board Member, David Sotelo has been chosen to attend the 2023 One Young World Summit representing United Ways in Northern Ireland. United Way Worldwide has a commitment... Read More.

Is there evidence of extraterrestrial life? Congress tries to figure it out

Friday, July 28

By Ashley Murray, Kansas Reflector WASHINGTON (July 26, 2023) — During an otherworldly hearing on Capitol Hill Wednesday, lawmakers and witnesses launched accusations that the Pentagon is stonewalling Congress and the public from information about unidentified anomalous phenomena, more often referred to as UFOs. That... Read More.

Sen. Moran Applauds Passage of NDAA, Includes Amendment to Support Surviving Military Spouses

Friday, July 28

By the Office of U.S. Senator for Kansas Jerry Moran WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) released the following statement applauding the Senate’s passage of the FY2024 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA): “Passing NDAA is one of Congress’ most important tasks to make certain our military is equipped... Read More.