Hutchinson News

Scam Impersonating a Court Targets Kansans in Multiple Communities

Tuesday, April 7

TOPEKA, Kan. — The Kansas judicial branch is raising awareness about a new scam that threatens court enforcement for an unpaid toll and encourages the person targeted to scan a QR code to make a payment. The scam appears to be a message from the... Read More.

Application Deadline for 2026 Boys State of Kansas Session Set for April 30

Tuesday, April 7

(April 7, 2026) — The American Legion Boys State of Kansas is accepting applications for its 2026 session through Thursday, April 30. Applications are accepted after that date, but on a space-available basis. The event is set to be held Sunday, May 31, through... Read More.

Union Pacific Railroad Crossing Closures Scheduled North of Avenue D

Monday, April 6

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – [April 6, 2026]- Union Pacific Railroad has notified the City of Hutchinson of upcoming railroad crossing closures that will affect traffic at multiple locations just north of Avenue D. The Plum Street railroad crossing, located just north of Avenue D, will be... Read More.

NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman, Senator Moran Visit Cosmosphere to Officially Unveil Newly Renovated Hall of Space Museum

Monday, April 6

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - On Monday morning, the Cosmosphere welcomed U.S. Senator Jerry Moran, along with current NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman and Gerry Griffin. The visit began with a private tour of the Cosmosphere’s campus and ended with a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the newly renovated... Read More.

StartUp Arlington: Entrepreneurship Workshop Coming to Arlington, KS

Monday, April 6

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — StartUp Arlington, an Entrepreneurship Workshop Series presented by StartUp Hutch, is coming to Arlington, Kansas, on Tuesday, April 21, at Carolyn’s Essenhaus. The workshop is designed for rural and small-town residents who are interested in starting a business or strengthening an... Read More.

Goessel Not in Violation of Nitrate Limits, Testing Frequency to Increase

Sunday, April 5

GOESSEL, Kan. (April 3, 2026) — The City of Goessel received official notice Friday from the Kansas Department of Health and Environment stating the city's water system is not in violation of federal standards for maximum nitrate levels. A drinking water warning was issued after... Read More.

HutchCC to Hold Ribbon Cutting for Davis Hall

Friday, April 3

HUTCHINSON, Kan - Hutchinson Community College will celebrate the renovation of Davis Hall with a formal ribbon cutting ceremony on Tuesday, April 7 at 10:00 a.m. The event will feature remarks from College president Dr. Tricia Paramore and special guest Senator Jerry Moran, who will... Read More.

A Celebration of Historic Restoration and Preservation

Friday, April 3

A Fundraiser Honoring 95 Years of Hutchinson’s Historic Fox Theatre With an Exclusive Private Tour of Hutchinson’s Newest Restoration Project HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Celebrate Hutchinson’s Historic Fox Theatre's 95th birthday on Saturday, June 13, 2026 with a showcase of Hutchinson’s latest historic preservation project,... Read More.

Cosmosphere Awarded KDOT Grant to Launch “Flight Forward: Drone Discovery”

Thursday, April 2

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Cosmosphere has been awarded $74,025 in grant funding from the Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) through its Innovative Technology Program to support the launch of a new educational initiative, Flight Forward: Drone Discovery. The Cosmosphere’s project is one of 12 selected... Read More.

KDHE Announces the Beginning of the Harmful Algal Bloom Season

Wednesday, April 1

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) are announcing the beginning of the Harmful Algal Bloom season. The water recreation season in Kansas officially runs from April 1 to October 31, as do the harmful... Read More.

K-State Food Scientist Shares Tips for Safe – and Perfect – Easter Ham

Wednesday, April 1

Blakeslee says variety will affect how you prepare the ham MANHATTAN, Kan. (extension.k-state.edu) — Ham is a staple for many families’ Easter feast, but between all the varieties available, consumers are often confused on how to safely prepare this holiday favorite. Kansas State University food... Read More.

Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation Extends Entry Deadline for Third Annual Kansas State Fair T-Shirt Contest

Wednesday, April 1

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - The Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation is hosting a t-shirt design contest for the 2026 Kansas State Fair. Entry Deadline has been extended to April 26, 2026. Online voting will take place on Facebook from May 1, 2026 through May 31, 2026. Kansas Fairgrounds... Read More.