Hutchinson News

Hutchinson Clinic to No Longer be in Network with Blue Cross and Blue Shield Effective January 1, 2025

Wednesday, December 18

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Clinic has decided to no longer be in-network with Blue Cross and Blue Shield, effective Jan. 1, 2025. Hutchinson Clinic released a statement on Tuesday about the decision, which was made after extensive negotiations and careful evaluation of financial impact according... Read More.

Chief Judge Patricia Macke Dick to Retire from 27th Judicial District

Tuesday, December 17

By Lisa Taylor, Kansas Courts TOPEKA, Kan. — Chief Judge Patricia Macke Dick will retire January 13 after serving 36 years in the 27th Judicial District. The 27th Judicial District is Reno County. Dick was elected in 1988 and has served as chief judge since 2007. Dick... Read More.

Bethany College, Hutchinson Community College Sign Animation Career Agreement

Tuesday, December 17

By Bethany College LINDSBORG, KAN., DEC. 12, 2024 — Bethany College has announced a groundbreaking 2+2 articulation agreement with Hutchinson Community College (HutchCC) that will provide students with a seamless pathway to earn an Associate of Arts in Animation from HutchCC and transfer to Bethany College... Read More.

No Injuries in Monday Evening Rollover Crash Near Medora

Tuesday, December 17

By Lucky Kidd A two-vehicle crash Monday evening blocked the intersection of 85th Avenue and Old K-61 near Medora for several hours. According to the Reno County Sheriff's office, A vehicle driven by Isaac Jones was northbound on Old 61 en route to Buhler when... Read More.

Buhler School Board Implements Changes in Daycare Staffing and Technology Investments

Tuesday, December 17

By Lucky Kidd BUHLER, Kan. — The Buhler USD 313 Board of Education has approved a reduction in staffing for their two daycare centers, along with accepting resignations of four other daycare employees, including the assistant director and daycare room lead at Buhler Beginnings. In a... Read More.

Ad Astra Radio’s December Heartland Credit Union Classroom Hero Recipient Tara Urban

Monday, December 16

By Brenna Eller HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Ad Astra Radio is proud to announce Tara Urban, Allen STEM Magnet School Pre-K and K-2 Communication & Social Skills teacher, as the most recent recipient of the Classroom Hero Award presented by Heartland Credit Union. Each month, Ad Astra... Read More.

24th District Attorney Toys for Tots Drive Results in Best Ever

Monday, December 16

RENO COUNTY, Kan. — This has been a record-breaking year for the Reno County District Attorney Toys for Tots Drive. Three boxes were filled with toys this year, resulting in 819 toys collected and an additional donation of $150.28 cash. They also collected... Read More.

Salvation Army Celebrates National “I’ll Fight Day” in Reno County

Friday, December 13

HUTCHISON, Kan. — The Salvation Army’s “I’ll Fight Day” is being celebrated in Reno County on Saturday, Dec. 14. The Salvation Army recently participated in the $20 Bill Challenge last week, which resulted in the "largest daily kettle total of the season" according to Salvation... Read More.

Man Convicted of Running Over Nickerson Family in Louisville Sentenced to 70 Years in Prison

Friday, December 13

By Lucky Kidd LOUISVILLE, Ky. — The man who ran down a Nickerson family in July 2022 in Louisville, Kentucky killing one member and critically injuring two others, was sentenced Friday to 70 years in prison. Michael Hurley was convicted of murder in the death of... Read More.

Exceptional Teen Graciela Medina Receives Most Prestigious Honor; Named Youth of the Year by Boys & Girls Clubs of Hutchinson

Friday, December 13

By Lance Patterson, Boys and Girls Clubs of Hutchinson HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Last week the Boys & Girls Clubs of Hutchinson hosted its annual Youth of the Year banquet. Selected among four outstanding youth, Graciela Medina has been named the 2025 Youth of the Year... Read More.

Arrest Made in Connection with Dough Co. Break in Wednesday

Thursday, December 12

By Lucky Kidd HUTCHINSON, Kan. — An arrest has been made in connection with the early Wednesday morning burglary of Dough Co. Donuts at 1228 East 4th. Hutchinson Police Captain Dayton Gates said a male subject forced entry into the shop, damaged property and stole items. After... Read More.

Celebrate New Years at the 1861 Club Featuring LOST WAX

Thursday, December 12

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Enjoy time spent with that special someone, friends, or family on Dec. 31st from 7 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Jan. 1st at the 1861 Club on the Kansas State Fairgrounds, the top destination in central Kansas to ring in the... Read More.

Hutchinson Clinic to No Longer be in Network with Blue Cross and Blue Shield Effective January 1, 2025

Chief Judge Patricia Macke Dick to Retire from 27th Judicial District

Bethany College, Hutchinson Community College Sign Animation Career Agreement

No Injuries in Monday Evening Rollover Crash Near Medora

Buhler School Board Implements Changes in Daycare Staffing and Technology Investments

Ad Astra Radio’s December Heartland Credit Union Classroom Hero Recipient Tara Urban

24th District Attorney Toys for Tots Drive Results in Best Ever

Salvation Army Celebrates National “I’ll Fight Day” in Reno County

Man Convicted of Running Over Nickerson Family in Louisville Sentenced to 70 Years in Prison

Exceptional Teen Graciela Medina Receives Most Prestigious Honor; Named Youth of the Year by Boys & Girls Clubs of Hutchinson

Arrest Made in Connection with Dough Co. Break in Wednesday

Celebrate New Years at the 1861 Club Featuring LOST WAX

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