Hutchinson News

Public Health Advisories for Kansas Lakes Due to Blue-Green Algae

Friday, July 18

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) have issued a public health advisory due to blue-green algae.The water recreation season in Kansas officially runs from April 1 to Oct. 31, as do the Harmful... Read More.

K-State Veterinarian Urges Pet Owners to Stay Alert as Summer Heats Up

Friday, July 18

MANHATTAN, Kan. — As summer temperatures climb, a Kansas State University veterinarian urges pet owners to take precautions against seasonal hazards to keep their pets safe and healthy."Summer is a great time to be outside with your pets, but it also comes with some... Read More.

The Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce Presents July Small Business Award to Wooten’s Sweet Cakes

Thursday, July 17

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (July 17, 2025) — The Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber is pleased to present the July Small Business of the Month Award to Wooten’s Sweet Cakes owned by Adam & Roseann Wooten.Their business began when Adam Wooten, while working at The Hutchinson News, started... Read More.

VOAD Announces Phase One of Recovery Support for Plevna Tornado Survivors

Thursday, July 17

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (July 17, 2025) — Reno County VOAD (Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster) is moving forward with phase one of community-based support for households affected by the tornado that impacted the Plevna area in May.Following a recent vote by VOAD board members (see... Read More.

Greater Wichita YMCA, Cosmosphere Announce Space- Themed Project for Hutchinson YMCA

Thursday, July 17

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (July 17, 2025) - The Greater Wichita YMCA and Cosmosphere are proud to announce the launch of a joint project to bring a space-themed climbing structure to the new Hutchinson YMCA location, which is currently under construction and scheduled to open in... Read More.

Commerce Announces Awardees to Implement Innovative ACCEL-KS Program

Wednesday, July 16

TOPEKA, Kan. — Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland today announced the department’s Office of Innovation has selected two partner organizations to implement the Proof-of-Concept portion of its Accelerating Concept to Commercialization in Kansas (ACCEL-KS) program. The partners are Groover Labs... Read More.

Kansas Largest Night Rodeo Starts Tonight in Pretty Prairie

Wednesday, July 16

PRETTY PRARIE, Kan. (July 16, 2025) - Dusty Tacha, President of the Pretty Prairie Rodeo, and Justin Rumford came in this morning to talk about the largest night rodeo in the state.Tonight through Saturday night, they will have a great show, featuring mutton bustin',... Read More.

Up to $1,000 Housing Assistance Grants Available for Tornado-Affected Residents in Plevna and Grinnell

Tuesday, July 15

TOPEKA, Kan. — Residents of Plevna (Reno County) and Grinnell (Gove County) who were displaced by the May 18 tornado may now apply for a $1,000 housing assistance grant to help cover emergency housing expenses. These grants are made possible through the collaborative efforts of... Read More.

Cosmosphere and Ad Astra Academies, USD 313 Launch Innovative STEAM Academy Partnership for Kansas High School Students

Tuesday, July 15

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (July 15, 2025) – The Cosmosphere International SciEd Center and Space Museum, in partnership with Ad Astra Academies and USD 313, is proud to announce the launch of the Ad Astra STEAM Academy, a bold new opportunity for Kansas high school students... Read More.

Kansas State Fair Board Tackles Safety, Sweet Treats, and Structural Assessments

Tuesday, July 15

HUTCHINSON Kan. (July 15, 2025) – The Kansas State Fair Board met this morning to address a range of updates and approvals ahead of the upcoming State Fair, scheduled for September 5th through the 14th. Key discussions included enhancing public safety, exciting new merchandise... Read More.

Prairie Land Realtors Reports Area Home Sales Up for June as Prices Varied

Tuesday, July 15

June home sales through Prairie Land Realtors' Mid-Kansas Multiple Listing Service were up 18.1% from June 2024, with 150 homes sold. Total sales volume for the month cane to $35 million, up 43.9% from a year ago.The median sales price region-wide for the month... Read More.

USD 308 BOE Elects Patterson for President, Mendez-Rosario as VP

Tuesday, July 15

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The USD 308 Board of Education held its Reorganization meeting Monday, July 14, at 6:00 pm.The meeting began with the election of the President and Vice President. Lance Patterson was elected Board President while Gleysha Mendez-Rosario became Vice President. During the... Read More.