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Foundation Grants $600K as Part of New Housing Initiative

Tuesday, September 23

$1.5 million raised from donor gifts for fund HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Community Foundation announces it is awarding more than a half-million dollars in strategic grants to two area community housing development organizations. Interfaith Housing & Community Services will receive $450,000 and New Beginnings Inc. will... Read More.

Haven Grade School Teacher Lauren Rhinehart Receives September Ad Astra Radio Classroom Hero Award

Monday, September 22

HAVEN, Kan. — Ad Astra Radio is proud to announce Haven Grade School 3rd Grade teacher Lauren Rhinehart as the recipient of this month’s Classroom Hero Award, presented by Heartland Credit Union. Each month, Ad Astra Radio honors a different educator, selected from community nominations,... Read More.

City of Hutchinson Announces Union Pacific Railroad Crossing Closures

Monday, September 22

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The City of Hutchinson has been notified by the Union Pacific Railroad about upcoming railroad crossing closures that will affect traffic flow in several areas beginning Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2025. Upcoming Railroad Crossing Closures: The crossings at 17th Avenue, 6th Avenue, and... Read More.

Reno County Annex to Close Friday Afternoon for Funeral of Former Treasurer Brenda Kowitz

Monday, September 22

RENO COUNTY, Kan. — The Reno County Annex, 125 W. First Avenue, will be closed to walk-in traffic from 11:45 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Friday, September 26, 2025. The closure allows staff to attend the funeral of Brenda Kowitz, former Reno County Treasurer,... Read More.

Healthcare & Insurance Forum Coming to Hutchinson – Open to the Public

Monday, September 22

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce invites local business owners and community members to its Healthcare & Insurance Forum on Tuesday, September 30, from 9:00 a.m. to Noon at Hutchinson Community College – Stringer Fine Arts Center, 600 E. 11th Ave. The... Read More.

Kansas Unemployment up Slightly from a Year Ago

Monday, September 22

Preliminary data from the Kansas Department of Labor indicates the August unemployment rate of 3.8% was unchanged from July and up a tenth of a percentage point from August 2024 as Kansas' labor force participation increased to 67%. Total non-farm payroll declined by 4.700 from... Read More.

Kingman Healthcare Center Announces Suicide Prevention and Awareness Event

Friday, September 19

KINGMAN, Kan. - Preston Sauers, CEO of Kingman Healthcare Center in Kingman, Kansas announced a record number of attendees registered for the 4th Annual Suicide Prevention and Awareness Walk Run. The event is scheduled for tomorrow, Saturday, September 20th at 8:00 AM and is... Read More.

Governor Kelly Directs Flags be Flown at Half-Staff in Honor of Magistrate Judge Erich Campbell

Friday, September 19

TOPEKA, Kan. — Today, in accordance with Executive Order #20-30, Governor Laura Kelly directed flags be flown at half-staff at the State Capitol Complex and all court buildings and facilities to honor Magistrate Judge and retired Army Lieutenant Colonel Erich Campbell. “From his time in... Read More.

Boil Water Advisory Rescinded for Northeast Hutchinson

Friday, September 19

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has rescinded the boil water advisory that was issued on 9/17 for several neighborhoods in northeast Hutchinson. Laboratory testing results show that the water is now safe to drink. Residents no longer need to... Read More.

Submit Your 2025 Fair Photos and Videos to the Kansas State Fair

Thursday, September 18

The Kansas State Fair is asking for your favorite photos and videos from this year's fair! They are always looking for great shots of people's fun experiences from the fair. And your submissions might be used in next year's promotions. Submit Your Fair Photos/Videos... Read More.

First Responder Agencies Across Kansas to Host First Ever Women in Public Safety Symposium

Thursday, September 18

SALINA, Kan. — On Friday, September 19, first responder agencies from across the state of Kansas will host the first ever Kansas Women in Public Safety Symposium. This groundbreaking event is dedicated to celebrating, empowering, and connecting the incredible women serving in fire, EMS,... Read More.

Boil Water Advisory Issued for City of Hutchinson, Reno Co.

Wednesday, September 17

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – (September 17, 2025)- The City of Hutchinson located in Reno County has issued a Boil Water Advisory for its customers in the High Pressure Zone (Spyglass, Quail Ridge, Panorama, Lakeview, Hillcrest, Woodlands, and Sandhills neighborhoods – does not include Prairie Hills... Read More.