Hutchinson News

Governor Kelly, KDHE Ask Kansans to Use Antibiotics Wisely

Monday, November 17

Governor Laura Kelly proclaimed Nov. 18-24 as Use Antibiotics Wisely Week in Kansas. The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) is asking health care providers and Kansans to use antibiotics wisely to help protect from the threat of growing resistance. This one-week observance... Read More.

Fatal Crash in Kingman County Under Investigation

Sunday, November 16

A Cheney man was killed in a Sunday morning crash in far eastern Kingman County.The Kansas Highway Patrol reports 32-year-old Taylor Goldsmith was eastbound on Southeast 20 Street about 3 ½ miles west of Cheney when for unknown reasons it left the road to... Read More.

50,000 Meals to Fight Local Food Insecurity

Friday, November 14

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Sand Hills Event Center will be hopping with activity on Saturday, December 6 when Buhler Mennonite Church and Ideatek will again be hosting a 50,0000 meal packaging event. Each year, for the last decade, a vast variety of area... Read More.

Reno County Churches Unite for Annual Thanksgiving Food Drive

Thursday, November 13

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Feeding the hungry isn’t a job for just one church. It takes a group of friends who believe that together we make a difference.For the eighth consecutive year, there will be a Thanksgiving Food Drive called “We’ll Leave Our Lights On.” Sanctuary... Read More.

Bridgman Oil Named Hutchinson/Reno County Agribusiness of the Year

Thursday, November 13

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - The Agri-Business of the Year Award is intended to honor the agri-businesses in Reno County and thank them for the important role they play in strengthening the local ag economy. This year’s Agri-Business of the Year Award went to Bridgman Oil.The... Read More.

Royer Family Named Farm Focus Family of the Year

Thursday, November 13

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - The Farm Focus Family Award began in 1985 as part of National Farm City Week. There have now been over 100 families in Reno County that have been recognized for their contributions to Reno County Agriculture. This year’s Farm Focus Family... Read More.

FDA Continues Lead Recall in Cinnamon and Cookware

Wednesday, November 12

K-State food science expert shares tips for identifying items deemed unsafe MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas State University food scientist Karen Blakeslee is reminding consumers to stay alert as the U.S. Food and Drug Administration continues to recall products found to contain lead, including some brands... Read More.

Hutchinson Chamber Names Farm Focus Family of the Year, Honors Local Businesses at November Breakfast

Wednesday, November 12

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (November 12, 2025) - On Wednesday morning, the Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce hosted its November membership breakfast, sponsored by PrairieLand Partners, celebrating local achievements in business and agriculture.The event kicked off by naming Acoustic Contracting, Inc. as the November Small Business... Read More.

Marion County Agrees to Pay Out $3M for Newspaper Raid, Expresses Regret

Tuesday, November 11

Record editor says court cases against city continue TOPEKA, Kan. — The county involved in a small-town Kansas newspaper raid in 2023 will pay a cumulative $3 million to three journalists and a city councilor.In two of the four agreements, the Marion County Sheriff’s Office... Read More.

Trinity Catholic Routs Republic County, Winning Regional Championship

Saturday, November 8

Luke Kerns rushed for a season-best 179 yards, and Trinity Catholic had its best offensive game of the season on Friday in the second round of the Class 1A playoffs in a 43-14 win at Republic County.It's the first regional championship for the Celtics... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces Kansans Will Receive Full November SNAP Benefits

Friday, November 7

~~Kansas SNAP recipients can expect to see November benefits on their EBT cards on Nov. 7~~TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly announced today that the Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF) has begun processing full November benefits to Kansans receiving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance... Read More.

Let the Music Roll: Gilley’s Park City Launches December Concert Series

Friday, November 7

PARK CITY, Kan. — Gilley’s Park City is almost ready to open its doors and welcome guests to the ultimate country-western entertainment experience. The Grand Opening celebration begins Monday, December 15, 2025 at 6:00 p.m., and Gilley’s is rolling out an exciting concert... Read More.