Hutchinson News

USD 308 Announces Horizon Award Nominees; Aves Competes for Teacher of the Year

Monday, September 9

By Hutchinson Public Schools HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Last week, USD 308 Hutchinson Public Schools announced the nominees for the Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE) Horizon Award Program. This year’s nominees are Sammy Crawford and Roylin Page.The Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE) Horizon Award... Read More.

Join Ad Astra Live Broadcast with Hyatt Life Sciences from 1 to 3 PM Today in Hutchinson

Monday, September 9

By Brenna Eller HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Join Ad Astra Radio, Dan Schweizer and Jody Bontrager Monday, Sept. 9 from 1 to 3 p.m. for a Live Broadcast and Open House at Hyatt Life Sciences in Hutchinson, located at 517 E. 30th Ave, Suite E.Learn more... Read More.

Crash South of Hutchinson Sunday Morning Results in Four Injuries

Sunday, September 8

By Lucky Kidd SOUTH HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Four People were injured in a Sunday morning crash at K-14 and Trail West Road south of South Hutchinson.The Kansas Highway Patrol reports a vehicle driven by Arundhatrick Induri of Norman, Oklahoma was eastbound on Trail West and... Read More.

KHP Weekend Crime Report on the Kansas State Fairgrounds

Sunday, September 8

By Lucky Kidd HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The major issue for the Kansas Highway Patrol on the Kansas State Fairgrounds over the weekend came Friday night when a man brandished a gun near the 1861 Club. The man in question was not supposed to have a... Read More.

Felony Flee and Elude Arrests Lead to Vehicle Pursuit Saturday Afternoon

Sunday, September 8

By Hutchinson Police Department HUTCHINSON, Kan. — On September 7th, 2024, at 4:39 P.M., Hutchinson Police Department was dispatched to Dunham’s Sports, 1500 East 11th Ave, in reference to a theft. The suspects left the area in a U-Haul box truck.Shortly after being dispatched, Kansas... Read More.

The 2024 Kansas State Fair is Underway

Friday, September 6

By Lucky Kidd HUTCHINSON, Kan. — During opening ceremonies Friday morning at Peoples Bank and Trust Arena, State Fair Ambassador Richard Shank paraphrased a quote made 100 years ago by legendary Kansas publisher William Allen White, “Things start in Kansas that finish in History,” by... Read More.

Ad Astra Radio’s Brandon Napier to Receive 2024 Rising Star Award from Kansas Association of Broadcasters

Friday, September 6

Each year, the Kansas Association of Broadcasters (KAB) recognizes young broadcasters with the Rising Star Award. The recipients are recognized for making a significant impact on their stations and communities. To receive the award, nominees must be under the age of 40 and must... Read More.

Friday Afternoon Hampton Inn Fire in Hutchinson

Friday, September 6

By City of Hutchinson Fire Chief Steven Beer HUTCHINSON, Kan. — On 9/6/2024 at 12:17 p.m. the Hutchinson Fire Department was dispatched to the report of a commercial building fire at the Hampton Inn, 1401 1⁄2 E. 11th Avenue.Initial arriving crews found smoke coming from... Read More.

Grand Opening of the 1861 Club at the 2024 Kansas State Fair

Friday, September 6

By the Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Construction is finalized, and the 1861 Club celebrates its grand opening today, Friday, September 6th. The ribbon-cutting ceremony took place on Thursday, September 5th, with many current and former Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation board members and staff, Kansas... Read More.

Inman Heritage Museum Proudly Hosts Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony to Commemorate Newly Completed Inman Harvest Mural

Thursday, September 5

By the Inman Heritage Museum INMAN, Kan. — The Inman Heritage Museum is proud to announce their ribbon-cutting ceremony to commemorate the Inman Harvest Mural on September 13, 2024, at 11:00 AM near the Inman Grain Elevator. This event marks a significant milestone in the... Read More.

State Fair Traffic Update

Thursday, September 5

By the City of Hutchinson HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The City of Hutchinson shared a reminder to be mindful of recent changes in traffic with the fair beginning Friday, Sept. 6, 2024.State Fair Road (Main Street to Plum) is closed to through traffic and will... Read More.

Hutch Fest Returns this Fall, Taking Place Oct. 4-5 in Downtown Hutchinson

Thursday, September 5

By Hutchinson Recreation HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutch Rec, in a partnership with the Downtown Hutch Rod Run, is excited to announce the return of Hutch Fest. This year’s Hutch Fest will take place Friday, October 4 and Saturday, October 5 in Downtown Hutchinson.Hutch Fest 2024... Read More.