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Veterans Banners Return to Downtown Hutchinson

Friday, May 26

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – The Veterans Honor Banners project hosted by the Vieyra Honors Foundation (VHF) with support from the Chamber and the City of Hutchinson will be back in Downtown Hutchinson this fall. Banners will be on sale from May 27, 2023 thru July... Read More.

Molinares Hired as Blue Dragon Cross Country Head Coach

Friday, May 26

By Hutchinson CC Sports Information HUTCHINSON, Kan. - Jafet Molinares has been hired to become the Hutchinson Community College cross country program's new head coach. Molinares takes the reigns of the Blue Dragon cross country program from Justin Riggs, who resigned after the NJCAA National Track... Read More.

Remains of World War II Soldier to be Buried in Southeast Kansas

Friday, May 26

INDEPENDENCE, Kan. (KPR) — The remains of a U.S. soldier killed during World War II will be interred June 2, at Mount Hope Cemetery, Independence, Kansas. Graveside services for Army Air Force Staff Sgt. David E.... Read More.

Cosmosphere to Celebrate Sally’s Night

Friday, May 26

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — On Friday, June 16, the Cosmosphere will celebrate Sally’s Night from 5 to 7 p.m. This event marks the 40th anniversary of Sally Ride becoming the first American woman in space. As part of the celebration, Cosmosphere curator Shannon Whetzel will... Read More.

Hutchinson Fire Department to Host Grand Opening for New Fire Station 1

Friday, May 26

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – The Hutchinson Fire Department announced this week that the new Fire Station 1, 2222 North Main Street, will soon be in operation. Local contractor, Wiens and Company, has completed the majority of the construction of the new 5.3-million-dollar fire station. They... Read More.

Salt City Splash to Delay Opening Due to Mechanical Issues

Friday, May 26

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Salt City Splash will have a delayed opening due to mechanical issues at the 23-year-old aquatic center. The Splash was scheduled to open on Saturday, May 27 for the 2023 season; however, will now open on Saturday, June 3. The Summer 2023... Read More.

Hutchinson City Council to Consider Interim City Manager Agreement at Friday Meeting

Thursday, May 25

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – The Hutchinson City Council will consider an “interim services agreement” with former Reno County Historical Society executive director Mary Grace Clements as part of a special meeting Friday afternoon at 4 at City Hall. If approved, Clements will serve as interim... Read More.

More than Half of the World’s Largest Lakes are Shrinking, Collaborative Study Finds

Thursday, May 25

By K-State News and Communications Services MANHATTAN, Kan. — Satellites have revealed widespread loss of water storage in the Earth's large lakes since the early 1990s, and much of the decline is attributable to climate change and human consumption, according to a study involving a... Read More.

Five Storylines to Watch for at Boys State Track

Thursday, May 25

By Brad Hallier WICHITA, Kan. - State track weekend often has one of three weather options. Searing heat with high temps in the mid-90s. Overcast and windy, with high temps in the upper 60s. Thunderstorms that cause hours upon hours of delays. It's almost hard to... Read More.

Reno County Residents Needed to Complete Youth Resources and Needs Assessment Survey

Thursday, May 25

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Have an opinion about after-school and youth services options in Hutchinson? Throughout June, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Hutchinson is conducting a community survey about resources and needs for youth in the Hutchinson area as well as perceptions of the... Read More.

Reeder’s Grand Slam Lifts Jayhawks to Big 12 Tournament Win Over Top-Seeded Texas

Thursday, May 25

By KUAthletics.com ARLINGTON, Texas – Janson Reeder hit a two-out grand slam in the seventh inning Wednesday afternoon to propel Kansas to a 6-3 win over top-seeded Texas during the opening day of play at the Big 12 Championship at Globe Life Field. BOX SCORE The 1st-team... Read More.

He’s Back! Kevin McCullar Jr. to Return to Kansas for the 2023-24 Season

Wednesday, May 24

By KUAthletics.com LAWRENCE, Kan. – Kevin McCullar Jr. has announced he will return to Kansas for the 2023-24 season. Following the 2022-23 season, McCullar declared for the NBA Draft and participated in the recent NBA Combine, however he has elected to return to Kansas for his... Read More.