Hutchinson News

KDOT Announces Approved September Bids

Tuesday, October 7

The Kansas Department of Transportation announces approved bids for state highway construction and maintenance projects. The letting took place Sept. 17, 2025, in Topeka. Some of the bids may include multiple projects that have been bundled based on proximity and type of work. District One... Read More.

Hutchinson Community Foundation Awards $9,000 Grant to Expand Entrepreneurship Support Across Reno County

Monday, October 6

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (October 6, 2025) — StartUp Hutch has received a $9,000 grant from Hutchinson Community Foundation’s Fund for Reno County to expand entrepreneurship support across the county. The funding will bring a new series of workshops to communities including Haven, Pretty Prairie, Buhler,... Read More.

City of Hutchinson and Boys & Girls Club Celebrate Ribbon Cutting for New Ninja Course at Shadduck Park

Monday, October 6

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (October 6, 2025) — The City of Hutchinson and the Boys & Girls Club of Hutchinson invite the community to celebrate the grand opening of the Shadduck Park Ninja Course with an official ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday, October 7, at 4:30 p.m.... Read More.

City of Hutchinson Schedules Traffic Signalization Change at W Avenue A and S Adams Street

Friday, October 3

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (October 3, 2025) — The City of Hutchinson, in partnership with contractor Kansas Concrete, has scheduled a traffic signalization modification at the intersection of W Avenue A and S Adams Street as part of the ongoing Woodie Seat – Phase II Project. This... Read More.

Central Christian School to Host Fall Festival

Friday, October 3

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Central Christian School is excited to announce its upcoming fall festival, taking place on Monday, October 27, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at 1910 E. 30th Avenue. Guests are encouraged to park at Union Valley Bible Church and bring a lawn... Read More.

Hutchinson Man Killed and Another Injured in Early Morning Crash on I-135

Friday, October 3

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — A Hutchinson man was killed and another injured early this morning in a crash on I-135 north of the rest area between McPherson and Lindsborg. The Kansas Highway patrols said a vehicle driven by Bentley Eckhoff, 20, of Hutchinson was southbound... Read More.

Sunshine Meadows Announces Nursing Leadership Updates

Friday, October 3

BUHLER, Kan. - Sunshine Meadows Retirement Community is celebrating key changes in its nursing leadership team. The organization is pleased to announce the promotion of Rachel Perry, RN to Director of Nursing, the addition of Lindsey Thiessen, RN, BSN as Staff Engagement & Education... Read More.

Community Invited to City of Newton Planning Events

Thursday, October 2

NEWTON, Kan. — Newton residents are invited to share their thoughts about the future of the community at public events next week. The first visioning sessions for the City of Newton’s new comprehensive plan, Newton Next, are set for Oct. 7-8. The goal of these meetings... Read More.

Hutchinson Downtown Chili & Soup Fest Set for November 1, 2025

Thursday, October 2

Under 30 days until the Heat Hits Downtown Hutch! HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Get your taste buds ready—Hutchinson’s Downtown Chili & Soup Fest is returning on Saturday, November 1, 2025, from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM on Main Street between 3rd Avenue & Avenue C. With... Read More.

Hutch Rec Announces Hiring of New Staff Member at Dillon Nature Center

Wednesday, October 1

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Recreation Commission announces the hiring of a new Nature Education Coordinator at Dillon Nature Center. Ethan Huston started his role as nature education coordinator on Sept. 8. He comes to Hutch Rec with a bachelor’s degree in environmental stewardship from McPherson... Read More.

Food Bank of Reno County Raising Funds for New Building Renovation and Equipment

Wednesday, October 1

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Food Bank of Reno County is holding a capital campaign to raise $1 million for its new building at 921 E. 4th in Hutchinson (4th and Severance). About $300,000 has already been raised. The Food Bank officially closed on the new... Read More.

KBI Conducts Statewide Marijuana Enforcement Operation

Wednesday, October 1

TOPEKA, Kan. — The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) executed numerous search warrants in cities across the state at vape shops and CBD dispensaries to seize products being sold illegally in Kansas. On Wednesday, Oct. 1, Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach and KBI Director Tony... Read More.