Hutchinson News

November Chamber Membership Breakfast: Celebrating Farm City Week in Hutchinson

Monday, October 20

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - October 20, 2025 – The Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to invite all Reno County farmers to an inspiring morning and complimentary breakfast at our November Membership Breakfast, celebrating Farm City Week. The event will take place on Wednesday,... Read More.

Senator Marshall Announces Air Combat Command Decision to Make Kansas the New Home for Point Defense Battle Lab

Monday, October 20

WICHITA, Kan. – On Monday, U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas) praised the decision by Air Combat Command (ACC) to have The Kansas Air National Guard’s 184th Wing, headquartered at McConnell Air Force Base in Wichita, join the newly established Point Defense Task Force and serve as an... Read More.

Area Home Sales Down in September

Monday, October 20

Home sales in the area served by Prairie Land Realtor's Mid-Kansas Multiple listing service in September were down 14.5 percent from the same month a year ago. 112 homes sold region-wide last month, compared to 131 in September 2024. The median sales price region-wide at... Read More.

Salthawks Rally in Third Quarter, Edge Newton

Saturday, October 18

NEWTON - Hutchinson scored all of its points in less than five minutes during the third quarter Friday, and the Salthawks held off Newton 15-14. Newton, which came into the game having lost 17 straight but had vastly improved this season, scored the only points... Read More.

Lucky by Name, Legendary by Voice

Friday, October 17

McPherson native Lucky Kidd celebrates 35 years of broadcasting and his first KAB Award of Excellence. For decades, locals have heard the familiar catch phrase: I'm Lucky Kiiidd. He's the man behind countless newscasts, weather updates, and sports broadcasts. On Oct. 6, 2025, Lucky earned his first... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces 14 Administration Appointments

Friday, October 17

TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly announced on Friday 14 appointments to the following state boards, committee, and advisory group. Kansas Board of Regents Purpose: A nine-member body which governs six state universities, and supervises and coordinates 19 community colleges, five technical colleges, six technical schools, and... Read More.

Sunshine Meadows Retirement Community Announces Leadership Transition

Friday, October 17

BUHLER, Kan. – October 17, 2025 – After 36 years of dedicated leadership, Keith Pankratz will officially retire from his role as CEO of Sunshine Meadows Retirement Community (SMRC) on December 19, 2025. In preparation for this transition, all executive leadership communication will now... Read More.

Lifesaving Equipment Under Review: Reno County EMS Ensures AED Readiness Across the County

Thursday, October 16

HUTCHINSON, Kan. -- Automated External Defibrillators, or AEDs, are used by ordinary people to perform an extraordinary task: bringing life-saving equipment to the side of a person whose heart has stopped beating. Beginning September 24, 2025, Reno County EMS staff are out in the community,... Read More.

City of Newton Awards Contract for KLP Rail Extension

Wednesday, October 15

NEWTON, Kan. — At Tuesday’s meeting, the City Commission awarded a contract to extend rail improvements to serve the Kansas Logistics Park, including the new GAF manufacturing facility currently under construction. The project will extend rail spurs from the KO Railroad line where it currently... Read More.

Governor Kelly Releases Statement on Ceasefire in Middle East

Tuesday, October 14

TOPEKA, Kan. — On Tuesday, Oct. 14 Governor Laura Kelly released the following statement regarding the ceasefire reached in the Middle East. "Yesterday, after 738 days, the hostages held by Hamas were finally released, and the horrific war in the Middle East has reached a... Read More.

No Nightmares: K-State Expert Shares Tips for Halloween Food Safety

Tuesday, October 14

Scare away bacteria with these ideas on keeping goodies safe MANHATTAN, Kan. — Temperatures are dropping and leaves are falling which means Halloween is quickly approaching. While the holiday is not always thought to be overly risky in terms of food safety, any time perishable... Read More.

Central Christian School’s Annual Stewardship Dinner Fundraiser to Feature KC Wolf’s Dan Meers

Monday, October 13

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Central Christian School is excited to announce its Annual Stewardship Dinner Fundraiser. It will feature keynote speaker Dan Meers, best known as the man behind the legendary KC Wolf, mascot of the Kansas City Chiefs. For 35 years, Dan Meers donned the... Read More.