Hutchinson News

PrairieLand Partners, AgriVision Equipment, and Hutchinson Community College Partner Together to Take Agricultural Education to the Next Level

Wednesday, March 5

PrairieLand Partners and AgriVision Equipment Group are excited to announce their partnership with Hutchinson Community College (HutchCC) as a John Deere Dealer Sponsored School. HutchCC will offer an Agriculture Service Technician program as part of the dealer partnership. The first group of students will... Read More.

House Passes Resolution Honoring Flight 5342, Black Hawk PAT 25 Victims

Wednesday, March 5

WASHINGTON, D.C. — This week, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a resolution honoring the victims of the Jan. 29, 2025 collision of American Eagle Flight 5342 and Black Hawk PAT (Priority Air Transport) 25. The Kansas delegation introduced the resolution with more than... Read More.

KDOT Announces Approved February Bids

Tuesday, March 4

KANSAS (March 4, 2025) — The Kansas Department of Transportation announces approved bids for state highway construction and maintenance projects. The letting took place Feb. 19, 2025, in Topeka. Some of the bids may include multiple projects that have been bundled based on proximity... Read More.

Inmate Death at Hutchinson Correctional Facility Under Investigation

Monday, March 3

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Kansas Bureau of Investigation is investigating the death of an inmate over the weekend at Hutchinson Correctional Facility.The Kansas Department of Corrections said 57-year-old Lamoine Wiebe was found unresponsive in his cell at HCF's Central Unit Saturday morning at... Read More.

Hutchinson Churches Unite for Lenten Luncheon Series

Monday, March 3

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Grace Episcopal, Emanuel Lutheran, First Presbyterian, First Mennonite, and Trinity United Methodist Churches, all of Hutchinson, will jointly host “The Wisdom of Lent,” a worship and luncheon series, starting March 12 at Grace Episcopal Church.Each church will take turns hosting the... Read More.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Hutchinson to Host “The Greatest Celebration” Honoring 35 Years of Impact

Monday, March 3

The Greatest Celebration: 35 Years of Impact, Inspiration, and Unforgettable Entertainment HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Boys & Girls Clubs of Hutchinson is pulling out all the stops for The Greatest Celebration on Saturday, April 5, 2025, at the 1861 Club. This one-night-only event honors 35... Read More.

Reno County Health Department Emphasizes Importance of Measles Vaccinations to Prevent Outbreak

Monday, March 3

RENO COUNTY, Kan. — Although there are not any cases in the area, the Reno County Health Department wants to emphasize the need to be prepared as measles cases and outbreaks have increased in the United States over the past few years. Currently, there... Read More.

Evergy Encourages Storm Preparation During Severe Weather Preparedness Week

Monday, March 3

Customers can report and track outages using the Evergy mobile app KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Today is the first day of Severe Weather Preparedness Week (March 3-7). The Evergy service area experiences a wide variety of severe weather during the spring and summer seasons including... Read More.

United Way of Reno County Promotes Two Team Members

Friday, February 28

RENO COUNTY, Kan. — United Way of Reno County has announced the promotions of two staff members. (Photos courtesy of UWRC) Valerie Taylor (left) has been promoted to Director of Community Impact. Valerie has been "a driving force" behind United Way's... Read More.

Hutchinson Officials Hold Briefing for Gas Line Break and Explosion

Thursday, February 27

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Business owners and others who have not been able to access their buildings since last Saturday's natural gas leak and explosion at E and Main in Hutchinson have been invited to a meeting Friday morning at 9 at Fire Station 3... Read More.

Melodies & Moments: Joe Wicks, On-Air Personality with a Passion for Music and Photography

Thursday, February 27

Ad Astra Radio’s weekend On-Air Personality on 95.9 KWHK FM Joe Wicks showcases his love for music on the airwaves and his creativity behind the camera lens.Joe is a Nebraska native, and his wife Carolyn is from St. Francis, Kan. “I made her move to... Read More.

Ludacris’s Performance Moves to Friday, Sept. 12

Thursday, February 27

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Kansas State Fair has adjusted the date for the Ludacris concert to Friday, September 12, 2025, one day earlier than originally planned. All tickets purchased for the original date will be honored, and refunds will be available for those... Read More.