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National 4-H Week Celebrates Youth, Volunteers Oct. 4–10

Sunday, October 4

National 4-H Week is being celebrated Oct. 4–10, highlighting the organization’s work to prepare young people for life and careers through its “Beyond Ready” initiative. According to National 4-H, the celebration brings together six million youth, more than 3,300 Extension educators, 500,000 volunteers and 35... Read More.

Kansas Apply Free Days Offer No-Fee College Applications Oct. 5–9

Sunday, October 4

Kansas residents can apply to participating colleges and universities without paying an application fee during Kansas Apply Free Days, Oct. 5–9. According to the Kansas Board of Regents, the opportunity is available to residents regardless of age or income. Eligible applicants include first-time freshmen, transfer... Read More.

KDHE Announces the Second Round of RHTP Grant Opportunities for Kansas Providers, Organizations

Friday, October 2

KANSAS - Today, the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) posted Request for Applications (RFA) for two grant opportunities under the second year of the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) in Kansas. The application period for the Regional Partnership... Read More.

Elevated Nitrate Levels Continue in RWD 101 – Yoder Area

Friday, October 2

RENO COUNTY, Kan. – October 2, 2026 – Revised from July 9, 2026 Nitrate levels have continued to be above allowable limits in Rural Water District 101, which serves the Yoder area. The last nitrate level test was collected on September 16, 2026. The level... Read More.

September Total Tax Collections at $1.08B; 5.5% Above Estimate

Friday, October 2

TOPEKA – The State of Kansas ends September 2026 with total tax collections at $1.08 billion. That is $56.5 million, or 5.5%, above the estimate. Total tax collections were up 7.7% from September 2025. Individual income tax collections were $477.7 million. That is $13.3 million,... Read More.

The Cancer Council of Reno County Appoints Alexis Rhodenbaugh as Development Director

Friday, October 2

HUTCHINSON, KS., (Oct. 2, 2026) — The Cancer Council of Reno County (CCRC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Alexis Rhodenbaugh as the new Development Director. Rhodenbaugh brings over ten years of experience to the role as a long-standing volunteer, board member, and... Read More.

Ad Astra Radio Celebrates 40-Year-Milestone

Thursday, October 1

Ad Astra Radio is excited to share that we have hit a very significant milestone. Today, on Oct.1, 2026, the company is celebrating its 40th Anniversary since KSKU first signed on the air. According to the company’s founder Cliff Shank, there was a big hole... Read More.

Greater Hutch Hosts Kiewit Supplier & Economic Development Breakfast

Thursday, October 1

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Seats are still available for the Greater Hutch Economic Development Partnership’s Investor Event on Tuesday, October 6, at the 1861 Club. The event will provide an opportunity for local businesses and service providers to connect with Kiewit and learn more about opportunities... Read More.

Kansas Public Higher Education Enrollment Dips 0.8%; State Universities See Growth

Thursday, October 1

TOPEKA, Kan. — Preliminary fall enrollment figures released by the Kansas Board of Regents show a slight decline across the state’s public higher education system, with gains at state universities offset by decreases at community and technical colleges. Overall student headcount fell 0.8 percent compared... Read More.

Large Detached Garage Fire Threatens Homes

Thursday, October 1

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - Hutchinson Fire responded to the 300 Block of west Avenue A for a reported structure fire with possible people trapped. HPD units arrived on scene prior to HFD and advised this was a large, detached garage fire threatening homes, but no... Read More.

Students Celebrate Walk and Roll to School Day

Wednesday, September 30

Kansas schools will celebrate Walk and Roll to School Day on Oct. 7, with support from Kansas Department of Transportation’s Safe Routes to School program. This annual event promotes safe behaviors and community connection by encouraging students and families to walk, bike and/or roll... Read More.

DCI Park in Downtown Hutchinson Home of Artist Pillar Project

Wednesday, September 30

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - A familiar gathering space in DCI Park is getting a new look as regional artists transform the pergola’s supporting pillars with original murals. With seven pillars already completed by artists Jennifer Weigel and Ghost, the remaining pillars will be painted through Oct.... Read More.