Hutchinson News

Join Hutch Rec for Project Park – Lunch in the Park Events

Friday, July 12

By Hutchinson Recreation HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Every Monday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at DCI Park the community is invited to Project Park - Lunch in the Park Events. These lunches will go on through the fall of 2024. Food truck announcements, media... Read More.

Structure Fire at 100 Block of West 2nd

Thursday, July 11

By Jeremy Unruh, City of Hutchinson Fire Department Division Chief of Operations HUTCHINSON, Kan. — July 11, 2024, at 4:32pm, The Hutchinson Fire Department responded to the 1100 BLK of West 2nd for a report of a structure fire in a duplex. First arriving crews... Read More.

Health Department Hosts Dept. of Justice Reaching Rural Grantees Site Visit

Thursday, July 11

By Reno County, Kansas Government RENO COUNTY, Kan. — The Reno County Health Department is hosting the Department of Justice Reaching Rural Grantees Wednesday and Thursday this week for a site visit to Reno County. There are individuals from rural communities across the United States... Read More.

Jackson Swearer Named Chairman of SCKEDD Board, Strengthening Partnership with StartUp Hutch

Thursday, July 11

By StartUp Hutch HUTCHINSON, Kan. — StartUp Hutch announced today that Jackson Swearer, Executive Director, has been appointed a chairman of the South Central Kansas Economic Development District (SCKEDD) board. This facilitates a deepening partnership between StartUp Hutch and SCKEDD, both dedicated to supporting small... Read More.

Union Pacific Railroad to Repair Tracks at Ave D and Main Street

Wednesday, July 10

By the City of Hutchinson HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Union Pacific Railroad (UPRR) will begin repairing tracks at Ave D and Main Street starting at 7:00 AM on July 11th, 2024. Main Street will be closed to traffic from July 11th until the repairs are finished.Main... Read More.

KBI Releases 2023 Statewide Crime Statistics

Wednesday, July 10

By the Kansas Bureau of Investigation TOPEKA, Kan. – The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) has released the 2023 Kansas Crime Index Report. The report compiles crime statistics reported to the KBI by state and local law enforcement agencies throughout Kansas. Violent crime analysis The 2023... Read More.

Hutch Chamber to Host Candidate Forums July 11, July 16

Wednesday, July 10

By the Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The 2024 KS State Candidate Forum will be held at Stringer Fine Arts, 600 E. 11th Avenue, on Thursday, July 11th at 5:30 p.m. The following candidates are invited to participate: KS Senate District 34... Read More.

Block by Block Investment Program Celebrates Success

Wednesday, July 10

By Reno County Housing RENO COUNTY, Kan. — The Block by Block Investment Program, an initiative funded by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and managed by the Housing Commission in partnership with Hutch Rec, is proud to announce the successful completion of its 2024... Read More.

Former President of the Washington Sports and Entertainment Susan O’Malley Announced as Chamber Annual Meeting Speaker

Wednesday, July 10

By the Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce HUTCHINSON, Kan. — As the first female president of a professional sports franchise, Susan O’Malley is a pioneer in two fields: sports and business. She knows what it takes to be a leader in a tough business environment and... Read More.

USD 308 Summer Newsletter and Enrollment Link

Wednesday, July 10

By Hutchinson Public Schools View the USD 308 2024 Summer Newsletter Here In it you will find: Enrollment Links Meal Prices & Info Supply Lists Contact Information

Taking Advantage of Summertime

Wednesday, July 10

Op-ed for Week of July 15 By Lance Patterson, CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of Hutchinson HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Summertime’s rising temperatures don’t just bring pool days and vacations for local kids, it represents an opportunity to ensure success is within reach for every young... Read More.

USD 308 Announces 2024 Convocation Guest Speaker

Tuesday, July 9

By Hutchinson Public Schools HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Public Schools will welcome back all staff on Wednesday, August 8th. The annual Convocation event, to be held at the Hutchinson Sports Arena, will energize and inspire Salthawk staff as they head into the 2024-2025 school year.In... Read More.