Hutchinson News

Hutchinson Fire Department to Unveil Safe Haven Baby Box at Fire Station 1

Monday, December 2

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Fire Department will be holding a press conference at Fire Station 1 (2222 N. Main St.,) on Thursday, Dec. 5 at 10 a.m.The conference (open to the public) will be the unveiling of a Safe Haven Baby Box, which... Read More.

Hospice & Homecare of Reno County Launches 37th Annual “Remember Me Tree” Campaign

Monday, December 2

By Hospice & Homecare of Reno County HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hospice & HomeCare of Reno County has proudly launched its 37th annual Remember Me Tree campaign, a heartfelt tradition dedicated to raising funds for families navigating end-of-life care. This cherished initiative offers community members an... Read More.

Reno County Commissioners Approve Merger of Eight Rural Fire Districts in Reno County

Wednesday, November 27

By Lucky Kidd RENO COUNTY, Kan. — On Wednesday, the Reno County Commission approved the merger of eight of the nine rural fire districts in Reno County into a single fire district. This brings a conclusion to discussions on fire district issues that began in... Read More.

The Salvation Army Encourages Community Members to Donate as they Pass a Red Kettle this Holiday Season

Tuesday, November 26

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Salvation Army's bell-ringing campaign is underway as Thanksgiving approaches, aiming to raise awareness and support for those in need.Major Paul James of the Reno County Salvation Army describes the bells as a symbol of hope for many in the community... Read More.

Free Dental Clinic in Hutchinson January 17-18, 2025

Tuesday, November 26

By the Kansas Dental Charitable Foundation TOPEKA, Kan. — The Kansas Dental Charitable Foundation is planning to host its twenty-fourth Kansas Mission of Mercy free dental clinic at the Kansas State Fairgrounds Meadowlark Building in Hutchinson, KS on January 17-18, 2025, with clinic doors opening... Read More.

Dedication Ceremony for K-96 Signs Honoring the 96th Infantry Division “Deadeye Division”

Monday, November 25

NICKERSON, Kan. — A highway sign dedication ceremony honoring the 96th Infantry Division, known as the "Deadeye Division," will take place on Saturday, Dec. 7, at 9 a.m. at the Nickerson Community Center in Nickerson, Kan.Hosted by Reno County Commissioner Ron and his... Read More.

Hutchinson Fire Department Responds to Two Structure Fires Over Weekend

Saturday, November 23

By Lucky Kidd HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson firefighters were called to two structure fires over the weekend.The first fire was reported at 5:18 AM Saturday at a residence in the 600 block of East Avenue A. Division Chief of Operations Jeremy Unruh said the first... Read More.

Daniel Gilligan Named Chief Judge in 27th Judicial District

Friday, November 22

By Lisa Taylor, Kansas Courts TOPEKA, Kan. — The Kansas Supreme Court has appointed District Judge Daniel Gilligan as chief judge of the 27th Judicial District effective January 13 through December 31, 2025.He succeeds Chief Judge Patricia Macke Dick, who will retire January 12.The 27th... Read More.

The Salvation Army Kicks Off Reno County Red Kettle Campaign, Announces $355K Annual Fundraising Goal

Friday, November 22

By Lucky Kidd HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Salvation Army kicked off their Reno County Red Kettle Campaign last night during Downtown Hutchinson's Third Thursday. A $355,000 goal for their annual fundraising was announced by Hutchinson Police Chief Brice Burlie, who is this year's honorary Christmas... Read More.

Kansas GOP Senator Wants State to Invest $1 Billion to Boost Pension System’s Bottom Line

Friday, November 22

Skeptics more keen to improve Tier 3 benefits available to newer public employees By Tim Carpenter, the Kansas Reflector TOPEKA, Kan. (Nov. 21, 2024) — Republican Sen. Michael Fagg wants to persuade the 2025 Kansas Legislature to allocate $1 billion of the state’s revenue surplus... Read More.

Community Partners Announce Light Up Hutch Christmas Parade & Festival

Friday, November 22

By Downtown Hutchinson HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Downtown Hutchinson, in a partnership with Ad Astra Radio, Hutch Rec, Hutchinson Zoo, and DCI, invite residents to celebrate the holiday season with the Light Up Hutch Christmas Parade and Festival taking place December 6 & 7. Residents of... Read More.

Ad Astra Radio’s November Heartland Credit Union Classroom Hero Recipient Emily Miller

Thursday, November 21

By Brenna Eller HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Ad Astra Radio is proud to announce Wiley Elementary School 5th Grade teacher Emily Miller, as the most recent recipient of the Classroom Hero Award presented by Heartland Credit Union.Mrs. Miller is currently in her seventh year of teaching... Read More.