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Nominate a Neighbor in Need: UWRC Seeking Projects for Upcoming Community Work Day

Thursday, March 12

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — United Way of Reno County is inviting community members to nominate family, friends, coworkers or neighbors who could use help with outdoor home projects for the planned Residential Community Work Day, taking place on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 8 a.m.... Read More.

Kansas Tourism Fuels Visitor Experiences with $1 Million in Attraction Development Grants

Wednesday, March 11

Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland today announced that $1 million in Attraction Development Grant funding was awarded to support the development and enhancement of tourism projects across Kansas. The Kansas Tourism grant program supports projects that strengthen visitors’ experiences while driving... Read More.

South Hutchinson Municipal Court Cancelled for Tuesday March 10th

Monday, March 9

SOUTH HUTCHINSON, Kan. - Due to unforeseen illness the South Hutchinson Municipal Court date for March 10th, 2026 has been cancelled. For all defendants that were scheduled to appear, notices of new court hearings will be mailed to your last address advised to the... Read More.

StartUp Hutch Awarded $50,000 Grant to Launch Housing Entrepreneurship Program

Monday, March 9

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — StartUp Hutch has been awarded a $50,000 grant from the Hutchinson Community Foundation to launch a new Housing Entrepreneurship Program aimed at strengthening the local contractor and skilled trades pipeline to support housing development in Hutchinson and Reno County. The two-year pilot initiative addresses a... Read More.

Reno County Youth Award $5,000 in Grants

Sunday, March 8

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – The Youth Philanthropy Council of Hutchinson Community Foundation awarded $5,000 in grants to eight projects at a ceremony Sunday at the Hutchinson Art Center. Led by students from across Reno County, the Youth Philanthropy Council is a grantmaking program designed to involve... Read More.

Hutchinson Fire Department Thankful for Cool Wet Weather

Wednesday, March 4

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - The Hutchinson Fire Department would like to thank Mother Nature for her cool, wet weather this week, which has given us a break. Last week, we were busy with two grass fires that could have been very detrimental to our community. The... Read More.

Hutchinson Voters Approve Sales Tax Proposal

Wednesday, March 4

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – [March 4, 2026]- Hutchinson voters approved the city sales tax question during the March 3, 2026 special election. Beginning October 1, 2026, the additional 0.75% city sales tax will go into effect. The tax will remain in place through September 30, 2036 and can be... Read More.

City of Hutchinson Proposed Sales Tax Question Passes in Special Election

Tuesday, March 3

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - The final unofficial results for the City of Hutchinson’s Special Question came in Tuesday night just before 8:30p.m. The proposed additional ¾ cent general retailers sales tax was adopted, authorizing the Hutchinson City Council to levy the additional sales tax for the... Read More.

Data From Second Year of Reno County Survey Shows Consistent Themes

Tuesday, March 3

RENO COUNTY, Kan. - Pride and progress in a community don’t always start with a large, headline-grabbing project. They can also start with what residents see every day — active storefronts, well-kept properties, safe streets and signs of forward movement. According to the 1,144 residents... Read More.

VFW Department of Kansas Recognizes March as Women’s Military History Month

Tuesday, March 3

KANSAS (March 3, 2026) — The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Department of Kansas joins the nation in recognizing March as Women's Military History Month, honoring the service, sacrifice, and leadership of women who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Women have played... Read More.

Hutchinson Police Department Holds Annual Awards and Recognition Ceremony

Monday, March 2

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - This past weekend, the Hutchinson Police Department hosted their annual Awards and Recognition Ceremony honoring Hutchinson Police Department employees for their achievements throughout 2025. They also recognized community members for their outstanding service to the community. Amongst the community members honored were... Read More.

Hutchinson to Participate in Severe Weather Preparedness Week

Monday, March 2

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – [March 2, 2026]- The City of Hutchinson will test outdoor emergency siren notification system on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. This test is part of Kansas Severe Weather Preparedness Week, taking place March 2–6, 2026. This annual statewide initiative encourages... Read More.