Hutchinson News – Page 268 – Ad Astra Radio

Wildfire Mitigation Planned for Areas North and East of Hutchinson

Saturday, January 28

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – The Hutchinson Fire Department announced this week that they will be conducting firing operations north and east of Hutchinson. The areas north of Hutchinson will include Plum Street between 69th and 108th Avenues and 82nd Avenue from Plum Street to Monroe... Read More.

Catholic Schools Week Highlights the Importance of Catholic Education

Saturday, January 28

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Holy Cross Catholic School and Trinity Catholic Jr./Sr. High School, along with Catholic schools throughout the Diocese of Wichita, will celebrate Catholic Schools Week from Jan. 29 to Feb. 4. This year’s theme is “Faith, Excellence, and Service.” “Catholic Schools Week provides... Read More.

Two Men and a Dog Rescued from Cheney Lake After Boat Capsizes

Saturday, January 28

RENO COUNTY, Kan. – Two men and a dog were rescued early Saturday morning after the boat they were in capsized on Cheney Lake. According to Reno County Emergency Management Director Adam Weishaar, Fire District 9 was called out just after 6 a.m. after one... Read More.

Salvation Army Campaign Close to Reaching Goal

Friday, January 27

HUTCHISON, Kan. – “We find ourselves at the home stretch after two months of kettles and raising $75,065 which was a huge victory”, said Major James. However, The Salvation Army of Reno County finds itself slightly shy of its Christmas 2022 fundraising goal. Overall, the... Read More.

Wiley Elementary Welcomes Area Educators for Community Coaching Day

Friday, January 27

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - Wiley Elementary hosted over 40 educators from area districts on Thursday, January 26, 2023, for collaborative learning over the Leader In Me curriculum. Leader in Me is an evidence-based, comprehensive model that builds leadership and life skills in students, creates a high-trust school... Read More.

Reno County Commission Notes: Land Purchased for New Fire Station Site in Turon

Thursday, January 26

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Reno County Commissioners Tuesday approved the $5,000 purchase of a lot in Turon with plans for a new fire station for Reno County Fire District 7 to be constructed there. The existing station was built in 1947 with an addition in 2000. An... Read More.

Kansas Issues Fish Consumption Advisories for 2023

Thursday, January 26

TOPEKA, Kan. - The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) are issuing fish consumption advisories for 2023. The advisories identify types of fish or other aquatic animals that should be eaten in limited quantities... Read More.

K-State Wins 2023 National Forage Bowl Competition

Thursday, January 26

By Kathy Gehl and Shelby Spreier, K-State Research & Extension News Service MANHATTAN, Kan. – The Kansas State University agronomy forage bowl team placed first at the 2023 National Forage Bowl Competition held in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, marking the team’s third national title in... Read More.

Kansas Senate Considers Wind Energy Compromise

Thursday, January 26

By Allison Kite, Kansas Reflector After a bevy of legislation seemingly meant to bring wind energy development to a halt, Kansas senators are considering a bill that could appease rural neighbors annoyed by turbines. For years, the plains of Kansas has... Read More.

Early Morning Fire on North Severance Starts in Laundry Room

Thursday, January 26

HUTCHINSON Kan. - At 03:09 am Thursday morning the Hutchinson Fire Department responded to 2301 North Severance for a structure in the Care facility. Upon arrival, fire crews found light smoke coming from the laundry room. Fire crews evacuated the residents in the North wing of... Read More.

Kansas Advocacy Groups Ask for Doubling Length of Initial Protection from Abuse Orders

Wednesday, January 25

By Tim Carpenter, Kansas Reflector TOPEKA, Kan. — Advocates for domestic violence and sexual abuse survivors propose the Kansas Legislature amend state law to provide judges with authority to issue longer protection orders in response to instances of alleged abuse, assault, stalking and human... Read More.

Hutchinson Police Officers Respond to Robbery at Local Restaurant

Wednesday, January 25

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – On January 24, 2023, at 8:53 pm officers of the Hutchinson Police Department were dispatched to Jimmy Johns in reference to a robbery. Employees reported that a male suspect who attempted to conceal his identity entered the store and demanded currency... Read More.