Hutchinson News

Governor Kelly Announces More than $1.9M Investment for Airport Infrastructure

Saturday, November 2

By the Kansas Office of the Governor TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly announced Friday that four Kansas communities have secured more than $1.9 million in infrastructure funding to improve local airports.The communities secured more than $1.7 million in federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) funding... Read More.

Hutch Chamber to Host Local Civics Bee

Friday, November 1

By the Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce RENO COUNTY, Kan. — The Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce has launched the 2025 National Civics Bee, which of the 2025 National Civics Bee, an initiative aimed at encouraging more young Americans to engage in civics and contribute... Read More.

Sen. Moran Announces 2024 Service Academy Selection Board

Friday, November 1

By the Office of US Senator for Kansas Jerry Moran WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) today announced the members of his 2024 Service Academy Selection Board. The board will review applications and interview candidates who are applying for admission to the U.S. Service... Read More.

Reno County Faces Pivotal Elections with New Commissioners and Key Judicial Seats at Stake

Thursday, October 31

By Lucky Kidd RENO COUNTY, Kan. — Voters in two Reno County Commission districts will be selecting new Commissioners at Tuesday's general election. Three seats are on the ballot, with one of them held by Incumbent Ron Hirst of South Hutchinson who won a three-way... Read More.

Tuesday General Election: The Battle for Legislative Control and Key Open Seats

Thursday, October 31

By Lucky Kidd The makeup of the Kansas House of Representatives for the next two years, and the Kansas Senate for the next four, will be decided at Tuesday's general election.Statewide the major topic of interest is whether Republicans can keep their super-majorities in the... Read More.

Fort Hays State University Launches Hybrid Pre-Licensure BSN Program

Thursday, October 31

By FHSU University Communications HAYS, Kan. — In an exciting development for aspiring nurses across rural Kansas, the Fort Hays State University (FHSU) Department of Nursing has announced the launch of its new hybrid pre-licensure Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program. This innovative program... Read More.

Vieyra Honors Foundation and Friendly Bingo Co-Host Veterans Day Weekend Fundraiser

Wednesday, October 30

By the Vieyra Honors Foundation HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Vieyra Honors Foundation (VHF), in collaboration with Friendly Bingo, are joining forces to host a Veterans Day Weekend Fundraiser in Downtown Hutch on November 9th. The event will kick off with the pancake feed from 9:00... Read More.

10th Annual Midian Shrine Fez-tival of Trees

Tuesday, October 29

By the Midian Shrine WICHITA, Kan. — The 10th Annual Midian Shrine Fez-tival of Trees is a fantastic event to kick off the holiday season! Here's a quick rundown of what you can expect:Dates: November 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 29, 30, & December 1. Highlights: ... Read More.

VA Delivers Record Care and Benefits to Kansas Veterans in Fiscal Year 2024

Tuesday, October 29

By the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs WASHINGTON — Today, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs announced it delivered more care and more benefits to more Veterans than ever before in fiscal year 2024 — including to Veterans, their families, and their survivors in Kansas.These... Read More.

Barton County Approves $30K Equipment Purchase from Bauer Computers

Tuesday, October 29

By Lucky Kidd BARTON COUNTY, Kan. — Barton County Commissioners Tuesday approved purchase of just over $30,000 in computer equipment from Bauer Computers for various departments. Information Technology Director Dereck Hollingshead said the County has a plan to annually replace a certain number of computers.... Read More.

Kansas Commerce Announces Fifth Round of HEAL Grants

Monday, October 28

Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland has announced the availability of $1.5 million for a fifth round of Historic Economic Asset Lifeline (HEAL) grants. These grants are aimed at revitalizing dilapidated and underutilized downtown buildings in small communities across the state to... Read More.

Sen. Moran Urges FAA Administrator Whitaker to Modernize Space Launch & Reentry Framework

Monday, October 28

By US Senator for Kansas Jerry Moran WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) today called on Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Administrator Mike Whitaker to update launch and reentry regulations which are impeding our nation’s commercial space industry, as well operations that support NASA and... Read More.