Hutchinson News

Governor Kelly Directs Flags be Flown at Half-Staff for Memorial Day

Thursday, May 22

TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly, in accordance with Executive Order #20-30, on Thursday, directed flags throughout the State of Kansas to be flown at half-staff from sunup until noon on Monday, May 26, 2025, in recognition of Memorial Day.“Each Memorial Day, we come... Read More.

Rep. Mann, Colleagues Invest in Land Grant Universities and Agriculture Innovation

Thursday, May 22

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Representatives Tracey Mann (KS-01) and Kim Schrier (WA-08), alongside Senators Jerry Moran (R-KS) and Mazie Hirono (D-HI), reintroduced the bipartisan, bicameral AuGmenting Research and Educational Sites to Ensure Agriculture Remains Cutting-edge and Helpful (AG RESEARCH) Act. The Ag Research... Read More.

Rep. Mann Votes to Advance President Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill

Thursday, May 22

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Representative Tracey Mann (KS-01) voted to advance the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. The bill fulfills priorities that Rep. Mann and President Trump campaigned on, including making the 2017 Trump tax cuts permanent, securing the nation’s borders, and reducing... Read More.

Structure Fire at 800 Block of East 7th, No Injuries Reported

Wednesday, May 21

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Zero injuries and minimal damage was the outcome following a house fire at East 7th Street in Hutchinson Wednesday evening. According to a statement from Jeremy Unruh, Hutchinson Fire Department Division Chief of Operations, fire crews responded to a structure fire at... Read More.

Evergy Urges Safety Around Electricity this Memorial Day Weekend

Wednesday, May 21

KANSAS CITY, MO — Memorial Day Weekend is approaching, and many people will spend it outdoors. Evergy is reminding customers to enjoy their outdoor plans safely, especially around electricity.Here are some steps to take to keep your family and friends safe this weekend and... Read More.

Hutchinson Man Identified from Commercial Fire Tuesday

Wednesday, May 21

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Reno County Coroner’s Office has informed the Hutchinson Fire Department of the identity of the deceased in the commercial fire that occurred yesterday morning at 8:00 a.m. The victim has been identified as Bret Fallis, a resident of Hutchinson.... Read More.

Salt City Splash to Open May 24 for 2025 Season

Wednesday, May 21

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Salt City Splash is set to open Memorial Day weekend, with the first day of the 2025 season on Saturday, May 24. The Splash will also be open on Memorial Day Monday, May 26, but moving forward, will be closed on... Read More.

iKan, KDOT and DMV Alerts Kansans of Nationwide Unpaid Toll Text Scam

Wednesday, May 21

Have you recently gotten a message saying that you owe an unpaid toll and that if you don't pay it, you will be fined or have a penalty? The Kansas Department of Revenue, the Kansas Department of Transportation and the Kansas Division of Motor Vehicles... Read More.

StartUp Hutch Names Graham Klemme as New Executive Director

Tuesday, May 20

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (May 19, 2025) — StartUp Hutch, Reno County’s leading advocate for entrepreneurs and small businesses, has named Graham Klemme as its new Executive Director. Klemme brings a wealth of national experience in early-stage entrepreneurship, community building, and innovation to the organization.Originally from... Read More.

Kansas Trade Mission to Mexico Aims to Boost U.S. Beef Cattle Genetics Exports

Tuesday, May 20

MANHATTAN, Kan. (May 19, 2025) — In early May, a delegation of U.S. livestock genetics and agriculture leaders representing Kansas, Missouri, New Mexico, Idaho, and the Senepol Cattle Breeders Association traveled to Aguascalientes, Mexico, to advance trade partnerships and expand the global reach of... Read More.

Speakers, Special Events Set for 87th Session of American Legion Boys State of Kansas

Tuesday, May 20

Congressman Schmidt, Secretary of State Schwab Set for Visits High school students from across the State of Kansas will participate in the 87th session of the American Legion Boys State of Kansas, Sunday, June 1, through Saturday, June 7, at Kansas State University in... Read More.

One Person Found Deceased in Tuesday Morning Fire at 4th and Bonebrake in Hutchinson

Tuesday, May 20

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — One person was found deceased in a fire early Tuesday morning at 4th and Bonebrake in Hutchinson. Hutchinson Fire Department Division Chief of Operations Jeremy Unruh reported that the fire department was alerted to a commercial structure fire at 4th and Bonebrake... Read More.