Hutchinson News

Governor Kelly Announces Kansans Will Receive Full November SNAP Benefits

Friday, November 7

~~Kansas SNAP recipients can expect to see November benefits on their EBT cards on Nov. 7~~ TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly announced today that the Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF) has begun processing full November benefits to Kansans receiving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance... Read More.

Let the Music Roll: Gilley’s Park City Launches December Concert Series

Friday, November 7

PARK CITY, Kan. — Gilley’s Park City is almost ready to open its doors and welcome guests to the ultimate country-western entertainment experience. The Grand Opening celebration begins Monday, December 15, 2025 at 6:00 p.m., and Gilley’s is rolling out an exciting concert... Read More.

Cosmosphere President and CEO Jim Remar Elected to GSCA Board of Directors

Friday, November 7

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Cosmosphere is proud to announce that its President and CEO, Jim Remar, has been elected to the 2026 Board of Directors of the Giant Screen Cinema Association (GSCA). The GSCA, a leading organization dedicated to advancing giant screen cinema worldwide, recently... Read More.

Fox Theatre Honors Veterans with Free Popcorn During Veterans Film Series

Thursday, November 6

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson’s Historic Fox Theatre is proud to honor all veterans with a special Veterans Film Series, sponsored by the Vieyra Honors Foundation. Veterans and service members attending the series will receive one small free popcorn as a small token of appreciation... Read More.

Reno County Food Bank, K-State Extension Announce Fundraising Effort to Offset SNAP Benefits Losses

Thursday, November 6

RENO COUNTY, Kan. — The Food Bank of Reno County together with Reno County K-State Extension, are hosting a joint fundraiser and food drive from 6:30-8 p.m., Thursday, November 13 at Sandhills Brewing, 111 West 2nd Avenue in Hutchinson. Roughly 4,800 individuals – nearly 8... Read More.

Heartland Credit Union Donates $5,000 to Reno County Food Bank, Encourages Members to Give

Thursday, November 6

Pictured Left to Right: Darren Werth, AVP of Community Government Affairs for Heartland, Angela Penner, Reno County Food Bank Executive Director, and Trace Hughes, VP of Brand and Marketing for Heartland HUTCHINSON, Kan. (November 6, 2025)- In response to growing needs in the community, Heartland... Read More.

Boys and Girls Clubs of Hutchinson to Name 2025 Hutchinson Youth of the Year

Thursday, November 6

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (November 5, 2025) — On Thursday, December 4th, 2025, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Hutchinson will host its annual Youth of the Year celebration, “Club Kid for a Night.” This event honors outstanding Club members, with finalists competing for the title... Read More.

Hutchinson Fire Crews Respond to Evening Garage Fire

Wednesday, November 5

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — At 18:44:05 the Hutchinson Fire Department was called to 1111 E 11th for a possible structure fire where the reporting party could smell smoke. Crews arrived on scene and found a garage that had smoke coming from the eves. The crews... Read More.

South Hutchinson Elementary School Sends Letter to Parents Regarding Lockout Incident Wednesday Morning

Wednesday, November 5

SOUTH HUTCHINSON, Kan. (November 5, 2025) - Letter from Mrs. Shalon Worcester Principal at USD 309 South Hutchinson Elementary School Parents and Guardians We hope this message finds you well. We are writing to inform you about a lockout situation that took place earlier today at... Read More.

Hutchinson Public Schools Responds to Bond Election Results

Wednesday, November 5

HUTCHINSON, Kan, (November 5, 2025) — The USD 308 Board of Education and district leadership acknowledge the results of yesterday’s bond election, in which the proposed bond measure did not pass. According to unofficial results from the Reno County Election Office, of 4,936 votes... Read More.

Former Beneficient CEO Who Acquired Unique Kansas Bank Charter Indicted on Fraud Charges

Wednesday, November 5

Grand jury says scheme nets $150M, triggers bankruptcy costing investors $1B TOPEKA, Kan. — The former CEO and founder of the Beneficient investment firm that was granted a unique bank charter on orders of the Kansas Legislature was arrested and jailed Tuesday following indictment... Read More.

Reno County Election Night Results 2025

Tuesday, November 4

RENO COUNTY, Kan. (November 4, 2025) - Unofficial Results from the Reno County Election Precincts Reported: 105 of 105 (100.00%) Voters Cast: 7,879 of 43,640 (18.05%) USD 308 Special Question -Yes 1,253 -No 3,683 USD 308 (Vote for 3) -Laura Corey 2,329 -Lindsey Hatfield 1,834 -Gregory Scott Johnson 1,585 -Jeff Roberson 1,747 -Cheryl L.... Read More.