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Wyandotte County to Dismiss Lawsuit over Chiefs Stadium after Agreement with Kansas

Monday, October 26

The State of Kansas and the Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City, Kansas, announced Friday evening that they had resolved a dispute over some of the terms in the Chiefs' deal to move to Kansas, setting the table for the UG to... Read More.

KDOT Urges Drivers to Buckle Up, Put Phones Down

Monday, October 26

The Kansas Department of Transportation is encouraging motorists to wear seat belts and avoid distractions as part of Buckle Up Phone Down Day on Wednesday, Oct. 28. The campaign asks drivers to make two simple choices every time they get behind the wheel: buckle up... Read More.

Sternberg Museum to Remain Open as FHSU Develops Long-Term Plan

Monday, October 26

HAYS, Kan. - Thanks to generous donations from the Bob and Pat Schmidt Foundation, Fort Hays State University alumni, and community members, the Sternberg Museum of Natural History will remain open beyond its previously announced December 18, 2026, closure date. “In September, I announced the... Read More.

Envista Federal Credit Union Celebrates International Credit Union Week Through Local Impact Initiatives

Monday, October 26

TOPEKA, Kan., Oct. 26, 2026 – Envista Federal Credit Union celebrated International Credit Union Week (ICU Week), Oct. 11-17, by recognizing the people, businesses and organizations that make Topeka, Lawrence and Hutchinson stronger. Through community giving, volunteer service and... Read More.

The Why Behind the Work: USD 308 School Psychologist Jen Bain Honored for 24 Years of Service

Monday, October 26

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - After 24 years in Hutchinson Public Schools, Jen Bain, was honored by the people who know her work best: the future school psychologists she has trained. Jen Bain did not see it coming. She was sitting in the audience at the fall conference... Read More.

Protect Your Children from Scary Boo-Boos this Holiday

Monday, October 26

TOPEKA, Kan. – On Halloween, ghosts and ghouls may give you a fright but real dangers, like pedestrian accidents, falls, burns and poisonings are a scary reality. Safe Kids Kansas, the Kansas Poison Center and the Kansas State Fire Marshal remind families to make... Read More.

Hutchinson Community College to Host Recruitment Day

Monday, October 26

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Community College will welcome high school juniors and seniors to campus Friday, November 6, for Recruitment Day, an opportunity to explore college programs, meet campus representatives and discover what it means to be a Blue Dragon. The event will run from... Read More.

Free Grant Writing Workshop for Small Business Owners Hosted in Haven

Monday, October 26

HAVEN, Kan.- Oct. 26, 2026 — StartUp Hutch, in partnership with the Hutchinson Community Foundation and Haven Economic Development, will host a free Grant Writing Workshop for small business owners on Monday, Nov. 16, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Haven Community Center. The... Read More.

K-State Researchers Develop Technology to Improve Crop Sprayer Accuracy

Sunday, October 25

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Engineers at Kansas State University have developed new technology that could help farmers reduce chemical waste and improve the accuracy of crop spraying operations. The research team created a camera-based system capable of measuring the movement of agricultural sprayer booms with an... Read More.

Hutch CC Choir and Symphonic Band Perform During Homecoming Week

Friday, October 23

An imaginative mix of music from Hutch CC's Concert Choir and Symphonic Band led the audience on a musical journey Thursday night. The Road Ahead, Music of Adventure & Imagination began with the choir's stirring rendition of Awake, My Soul, inside the Stringer Fine Arts... Read More.

State Fair Attracts over 330,000 Visitors

Thursday, October 22

The Kansas State Fair in Hutchinson attracted close to 331,000 visitors this September. This turnout makes it one of the largest gatherings in Kansas for 2026. Fair officials reported nearly 900 Grand Drive exhibitions, showing strong interest in livestock and agricultural events. Around 6,000 entries... Read More.

Hutchinson City Council Appoints Darrin Truan as Vice Mayor, Opens Applications for Southwest District Vacancy

Wednesday, October 21

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - The Hutchinson City Council appointed councilmember Darrin Truan as Vice Mayor during its regular meeting on Tuesday. In his new role, Truan will serve alongside Mayor Scott Meggers as the City Council works for Hutchinson residents. The appointment follows the resignation... Read More.