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Entrepreneurship Connections to Feature Banker Laura Meyer-Dick

Monday, February 9

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - February 9, 2026 – StartUp Hutch will host Entrepreneurship Connections, a free networking event designed to foster discussion and meaningful connections among local entrepreneurs, on Tuesday, February 24, 5:30 to 7:00 PM at Sandhills Brewing, located at 111 W. 2nd Avenue in... Read More.

KDOT Road Reconstruction Project on U.S. 50 Begins in Reno County This Month

Monday, February 9

RENO COUNTY, Kan. - The Kansas Department of Transportation plans to begin a road reconstruction project on U.S. 50 in Reno County on Monday, Feb. 16, conditions permitting. The reconstructed section will be from 5.5 miles east of the east US-50/K-61 interchange near Brandy Lake... Read More.

Kingman Healthcare Center’s Senior Life Solutions Receives Program Expansion of the Year Award

Monday, February 9

KINGMAN, Kan. - Kingman Healthcare Center’s Senior Life Solutions Program has been named the 2025 Program Expansion of the Year by Psychiatric Medical Care, which manages the program. Psychiatric Medical Care (PMC) partners with more than 250 hospitals and health systems nationwide to provide... Read More.

Governor Kelly Signs Bipartisan Bill to Combat Crime, Bolster Public Safety

Friday, February 6

TOPEKA, Kan. – Governor Laura Kelly has signed House Bill 2347 to strengthen public safety by amending and creating laws related specifically to crimes of theft, buying sexual relations, criminal use of a financial card, and unlawful use of a laser pointer. “This... Read More.

City of Hutchinson to Host Two Community Meetings on Sales Tax Measure

Thursday, February 5

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – February 5, 2026- The City of Hutchinson will host two public information meetings to provide residents with information about the city sales tax question that will appear on the March 3, 2026 ballot. The meetings will be held on Tuesday, February 10,... Read More.

Artemis II Launch Pushed Back to March, Cosmosphere Watch Party Follows

Thursday, February 5

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Cosmosphere is sharing an important update regarding its Artemis II Launch Watch Party following NASA’s announcement that the Artemis II mission has shifted to a March launch window between March 6th and March 11th. The new earliest launch opportunity is... Read More.

Tips to Extend the Life of Valentine’s Day Roses

Thursday, February 5

K-State horticulture expert shares guidelines to keep roses fresh MANHATTAN, Kan. — Many people receive Valentine’s Day gifts from loved ones, especially roses, but the holiday’s favorite flower often declines shortly after Feb. 14. Kansas State University horticulture expert Matthew McKernan offers guidelines to extend... Read More.

Applications now open for Kansas Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP)

Wednesday, February 4

Qualifying Evergy customers can get help with their energy bills TOPEKA, Kan. (Feb. 4, 2026) — Evergy Kansas customers who need financial assistance can now apply for the 2026 Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) through Tuesday, March 31. Evergy is one of five utilities partnering with the Kansas Department for... Read More.

SDI/MAPS Announces Investment in Job Creation and Renovation to Expand Technology Industry in Hutchinson

Wednesday, February 4

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - Over the last year Greater Hutch Economic Development and the City of Hutchinson have worked closely with SDI/ MAPS as they plan for their facility and workforce expansion in Hutchinson. SDI/ MAPS, established in 1976 and operating in Hutchinson since 1991,... Read More.

United Way Reaches Campaign Goal to Support Reno County Programs

Wednesday, February 4

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — United Way of Reno County is proud to announce it has met its 2025-26 campaign goal of raising $1.35 million, ensuring continued support for 37 local nonprofit programs serving Reno County residents in the year ahead. Reaching this milestone was truly a... Read More.

City of Hutchinson Launches “Build Hutch” to Empower Local Small-Scale Developers

Monday, February 2

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - February 2, 2026- The City of Hutchinson is launching Build Hutch, a new small-scale developer program designed to help local residents turn interest in development into action and reinvest directly in Hutchinson neighborhoods. Build Hutch represents a new approach to local development. Rather... Read More.

Apply Today: Evergy to Award Hometown Grants for Community Impact Projects

Monday, February 2

Three winners to receive grants up to $10,000 for organizations that address basic needs KANSAS CITY, Mo. (February 2, 2026) — Non-profit agencies have a shot at receiving up to $10,000 through Evergy’s Connecting for Good Hometown Grants Program. This year’s Connecting for Good Hometown Grants... Read More.