Hutchinson News

Reno County Correctional Facility Inmate Found Dead

Wednesday, June 25

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (June 24, 2025) - On June 24th, 2025, at approximately 01:43, a male inmate housed at the Reno County Correctional Facility was found unresponsive during routine safety checks by correctional staff.Jail Personnel and emergency responders were immediately notified. Despite efforts by on-site... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces $5.3M for KDOT Cost Share Program Projects

Tuesday, June 24

TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly and Transportation Secretary Calvin Reed today announced $5.3 million in awards for 11 vital transportation construction projects across Kansas through the Kansas Department of Transportation’s (KDOT) Cost Share Program for Spring 2025. This state investment will leverage nearly... Read More.

Hutchinson USD 308 Board of Education Discusses Cell Phone Policy

Tuesday, June 24

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (June 23, 2025) - At the Hutchinson USD 308 Board of Education meeting on Tuesday evening, the board discussed a proposed cell phone policy, which would be included in the student handbook if adopted. For elementary schools, the policy would remain unchanged:... Read More.

Buy One Gate Ticket for $10, Get One Free 10 AM-10 PM June 24th

Tuesday, June 24

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Kansas State Fair is offering a Buy One for $10 Get One Free Gate Admission Ticket Deal today, June 24 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. HOW IT WORKS:Go to the Kansas State Fair Etix site today between 10am-10pm. ... Read More.

Heavy Rainfall and Flash Floods Hit Central and Southwest Kansas

Tuesday, June 24

Another round of torrential rainfall moved through portions of central and southwest Kansas Monday evening into early this morning. The heaviest rain reports came from northwest Pawnee and eastern Hodgeman counties, and in an area from Hutchinson to Inman. These rains prompted flash flood... Read More.

Kansas Highway Patrol Warns Motorists to be More Cautious on Kansas Roads During Harvest

Monday, June 23

It’s a busy time for farmers in Kansas, with wheat harvest underway. The Kansas Highway Patrol would like to remind motorists to use more caution and patience when traveling around farm trucks, tractors, combines, and other implements.“With wheat harvest season beginning, you’ll see heavy... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces Administration Appointments

Monday, June 23

TOPEKA, Kan. (June 23, 2025) – Governor Laura Kelly announced Monday seven appointments to the following state committee, authority, cabinet, and board.Kansas Advisory Committee for the Blind and Visually Impaired Purpose: To provide advice and counsel to the secretary of the Kansas Department for Aging... Read More.

The Historic Fox Theatre Announces Opening Act for 2025–2026 Live Season

Monday, June 23

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (June 23, 2025) — The Historic Fox Theatre is thrilled to reveal the opening act of its highly anticipated 2025–2026 Live Season: Home Free – The Jukebox Tour will kick off the Fox’s 94th season of entertainment on October 19, 2025.Known for... Read More.

Evergy Offers Ways to Save Energy and Money with New Kansas Energy Efficiency Programs during the Extreme Summer Heat

Monday, June 23

KANSAS CITY, MO. — Summer is here, and so are hot temperatures. Evergy customers use the most electricity during the summer months as air conditioners work to keep up with the hot weather.Not only are there small things customers can do to have a... Read More.

The Fox Theatre Rolls Out the Red Carpet for the 2025-2026 Live Season Announcement!

Monday, June 23

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Get ready for lights, laughter, and a whole lot of live entertainment! Hutchinson’s Historic Fox Theatre invites YOU to a spectacular unveiling of its 2025–2026 Live Season Announcement on Tuesday, July 1st. The stage is set at the Fox Theatre for... Read More.

Attempted Traffic Stop Leads to a Chase Between Moundridge and Inman

Friday, June 20

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — An attempted traffic stop in Moundridge Thursday led to a chase that ended in a field between Moundridge and Inman.According to the Moundridge Police Department, Officer Wagner began a pursuit after the driver refused to stop that continued for several... Read More.

Hutchinson City Council Considers a 2-Mill Property Tax Increase

Thursday, June 19

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (June 17, 2025) -The Hutchinson City Council is currently deliberating a significant proposal for the 2026 budget: a 2-mill increase in property taxes. This proposed adjustment is to address a substantial surge in overhead costs, primarily driven by persistent inflationary pressures that... Read More.