Hutchinson News

Opening Ceremony and Ribbon Cutting at the 2025 Kansas State Fair

Friday, September 5

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (September 5, 2025) – The 112th Kansas State Fair officially opened its gates this morning with an opening ceremony at the People’s Bank and Trust Arena. Despite the rainy weather, fairgoers donned rain jackets and ponchos, with spirits high among the sounds,... Read More.

Kansas State Fair Board Prepares for First Day of the Fair

Friday, September 5

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (September 5, 2025) - As a light rain sprinkled the Kansas State Fairgrounds this morning, the Kansas State Fair Board met to prepare for the day ahead. Spirits were high in the morning’s meeting as the Board welcomed special guests Dave Johnson-... Read More.

Consumer Alert: Recent Storm Damage Could Attract Unregistered Contractors

Thursday, September 4

TOPEKA, Kan. (September 4, 2025) — Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach is urging Kansas residents to use caution to avoid scams by unregistered contractors following storm damage sustained recently in Kansas. Storms last night produced hail in Harvey and Coffee counties, and in the... Read More.

Kansas State Fair Board Meets for Final Time Before the Fair

Thursday, September 4

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (September 4, 2025) - The Kansas State Fair Board met this afternoon for their orientation meeting to finalize preparations for the Kansas State Fair. One of the key points throughout the meeting was security for the fair. Lieutenant Dave Golden of the... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces $40.5M for 27 Local Bridge Projects

Thursday, September 4

TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly and Kansas Department of Transportation Secretary Calvin Reed today announced that 27 local and off-system bridge projects across Kansas will receive a combined total of $40.5 million in state and federal funding as part of two local bridge... Read More.

Kansas Wheat Test Weight and Protein Down from 2024

Thursday, September 4

Preliminary data for the 2025 Kansas winter wheat crop show an average test weight of 59.9 pounds per bushel. This compares to 60.7 pounds per bushel for the 2024 crop and an average of 60.7 pounds per bushel for the 2015 through 2024 crops.... Read More.

State of Kansas August Total Tax Collections at $692.3 Million; 3.9% Above Estimate

Thursday, September 4

TOPEKA, Kan. — The State of Kansas ends August 2025 with total tax collections at $692.3 million. That is $26.2 million, or 3.9%, above the estimate. Total tax collections were up 4.0% from August 2024. “This month’s stronger-than-expected tax collections highlight the strength of Kansas’... Read More.

New Friendship Meals and Meals on Wheels Provided by Everfull to Launch in Hutchinson Sept. 8, 2025

Thursday, September 4

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (September 4, 2025) — Everfull is pleased to announce the launch of new Friendship Meals and Meals on Wheels for the community of Hutchinson. Effective September 8, 2025, Everfull will begin to offer a paid version of the Friendship Meals and Meals on... Read More.

Hutch Chamber to Host Hutchinson City Council Candidate Forum

Wednesday, September 3

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (September 3, 2025) – The Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce will host a public forum for candidates running in the upcoming Hutchinson City Council election. The forum will take place on Thursday, October 2, at 6:00 p.m. at the Hutchinson Community College... Read More.

Are You Prepared for the Kansas State Fair?

Wednesday, September 3

The Kansas State Fair starts Friday, Sept. 5! Prepare for your fair trip by following the steps below. Buy Your Gate Tickets in Advance Save 30% today when you buy tickets online, at your local Dillons, or at the ticket office. Offer valid... Read More.

United Way of Reno County Kicks Off Community-Wide Campaign, With Goal to Raise $1.35M

Wednesday, September 3

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — United Way of Reno County will launch its 2025-2026 community-wide campaign on Friday, Sept. 5, and leading the charge this year are co-chairs Rion and Darcy Rhoades. With a goal of raising $1.35M, the funds donated this season will support over... Read More.

Reno Co. Residents Invited to Shape Year Two of Love Where You Live Data

Tuesday, September 2

RENO COUNTY, Kan. — Feedback from Reno County residents is needed as the second Love Where You Live Resident Perception Survey kicks off. The survey is the first phase of Hutchinson Community Foundation’s Love Where You Live Community Empowerment Initiative, a three-year effort now entering... Read More.

Opening Ceremony and Ribbon Cutting at the 2025 Kansas State Fair

Kansas State Fair Board Prepares for First Day of the Fair

Consumer Alert: Recent Storm Damage Could Attract Unregistered Contractors

Kansas State Fair Board Meets for Final Time Before the Fair

Governor Kelly Announces $40.5M for 27 Local Bridge Projects

Kansas Wheat Test Weight and Protein Down from 2024

State of Kansas August Total Tax Collections at $692.3 Million; 3.9% Above Estimate

New Friendship Meals and Meals on Wheels Provided by Everfull to Launch in Hutchinson Sept. 8, 2025

Hutch Chamber to Host Hutchinson City Council Candidate Forum

Are You Prepared for the Kansas State Fair?

United Way of Reno County Kicks Off Community-Wide Campaign, With Goal to Raise $1.35M

Reno Co. Residents Invited to Shape Year Two of Love Where You Live Data

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