Hutchinson News

McCSEC Names New Executive Director

Friday, April 24

The McPherson County Special Education Cooperative (McCSEC) announced Friday afternoon the selection of Katherine Herrman as its next Executive Director. Ms. Herrman will assume the role in July. She currently serves as Director of the Rice County Special Services Cooperative in Lyons. Ms. Herrman... Read More.

GeoWoodstock XXII Coming to Hutchinson this May

Friday, April 24

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The world’s largest annual geocaching event and conference, GeoWoodstock XXII, is set to take place in Hutchinson, Kansas, from May 20–24, 2026, at the Kansas State Fairgrounds. This internationally recognized event will bring together thousands of geocachers from around the globe for... Read More.

Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce Announces 2026 Annual Meeting Speaker Connor Fields

Friday, April 24

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce Olympic gold medalist Connor Fields as the featured speaker for its 2026 Annual Meeting, taking place Thursday, November 12, 2026. A premier event for the business community, the Chamber’s Annual Meeting brings... Read More.

Salvation Army in Hutchinson to Host 5th Annual Donut Eating Contest at May Third Thursday

Friday, April 24

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - One thing sweeter than helping a neighbor in need is when you can eat a donut thanks to Daylight Donuts. On Third Thursday May 21 at 6PM, The Salvation Army will be hosting its 5th Annual Donut Eating Contest located in... Read More.

Do Not Drink Order Rescinded for the City of Sylvia, Reno County

Friday, April 24

SYLVIA, Kan. - The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has rescinded a Do Not Drink Order for the City of Sylvia public water supply system located in Reno County. The order was issued because of a loss of pressure in the distribution... Read More.

Hutchinson Clinic Responds to Pharmacy Restrictions Affecting Patient Care

Friday, April 24

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Clinic is actively responding to a recent development involving Kroger pharmacy operations, in which three Hutchinson Clinic providers have been restricted from prescribing controlled substances that can be filled at affiliated pharmacies, including Dillons Pharmacy locations. Late last week and over... Read More.

Kansas State Fairgrounds Launches Tree Beautification Project on Arbor Day

Wednesday, April 22

HUTCHINSON, KS — In celebration of Arbor Day, the Kansas State Fair, in partnership with the Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation, is proud to announce the launch of the Kansas State Fairgrounds Tree Beautification Project, a long-term initiative designed to restore and enhance the natural beauty of the... Read More.

Hutchinson City Council Discusses Conduct, Travel, Hutch Rec, and Data Centers

Wednesday, April 22

Hutchinson, KS – Tuesday evening's Hutchinson City Council meeting addressed a full agenda, starting with a statement from Mayor Scott Meggers regarding recent unprofessional conduct and moving on to discussions about council travel, the Hutchinson Recreation Commission (Hutch Rec), and a potential moratorium on... Read More.

Central Christian School Bomb Threat Found Non-Credible

Wednesday, April 22

HUTCINSON, Kan, - A bomb threat late Wednesday morning prompted security responses at Central Christian School and a partial lockdown in the Buhler Schools district near Union Valley. Central Christian School (CCS) reported receiving a bomb threat late Wednesday morning. Out of an abundance... Read More.

Outlet Channel Project at Kanopolis Dam Extended

Wednesday, April 22

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Kansas City District, has announced an extension to the major outlet channel repair project at Kanopolis Dam. The project will now include the placement of additional riprap downstream to increase erosion protection, with an expected completion date in... Read More.

Shooting Suspect Makes Court Appearance

Wednesday, April 22

The man charged in connection with the January 31st shooting death of Joshua Soden near Inman was back in McPherson County District this morning for a brief hearing. The attorney for Daniel Hawkinson, Charles Lindberg, told District Judge John Klenda there is a... Read More.

Hutchinson Community Foundation Names Program Officer to Support Scholarships, Leadership Development

Tuesday, April 21

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - Hutchinson Community Foundation announces the hiring of Elicia Lance as program officer. Lance joins the foundation’s senior program officer and director of strategy in executing the organization’s programs and initiatives. Among her duties will be to oversee the implementation and evaluation of... Read More.