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Nearly 80 Reno County Students Gain Career Experience Through Disability Mentoring Day

Tuesday, November 25

HUTCHINSON, KS — Nearly 80 students from schools across Reno County participated in this year’s Disability Mentoring Day (DMD) in Hutchinson, hosted by Beyond Barriers on October 15. The event connected high school students with disabilities to local businesses for hands-on career exploration and... Read More.

Hutchinson Fire Department Performs Rescue from Extreme Carbon Monoxide Environment

Tuesday, November 25

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (November 24, 2025) - The Hutchinson Fire Department was dispatched to the 1200 block of East 30th at 22:43 hrs for an unconscious person. While enroute dispatch advised that the circumstances were unknown but could be a gas or chemical issue. Upon... Read More.

The Heart of the Holidays: Supporting Our Local Business

Tuesday, November 25

The real magic of the holidays usually isn't found in grand gestures. It’s in the small things—the familiar wave from a neighbor or a friendly conversation over a shop counter. This year, on Saturday, November 29, 2025, we have a wonderful chance to celebrate... Read More.

Blue Dragons to Meet NW Mississippi in NJCAA Semifinals

Tuesday, November 25

The Hutchinson Community College football team earned its fifth berth in the NJCAA Division I National Football playoffs on Monday earning the No. 1 overall seed. The 2025 KJCCC Champion and defending NJCAA national champion Blue Dragons (10-0) will play host to fourth-seed and Mississippi... Read More.

AVCTL I All-League Honors Announced; Hutch High’s Jackson Anderson Named Defensive Player of the Year

Tuesday, November 25

The Hutchinson High School Salthawk football team, which posted a 7-3 record in 2025, placed several players on the Ark Valley Chisholm Trail League Division I football team. The team was released on Monday. Salthawk linebacker Jackson Anderson, a 6-foot-195-pound senior, was named the AVCTL I... Read More.

Nine Kansas State High School Football Title Games Will be Played Friday, Saturday at Three Sites

Tuesday, November 25

Nine Kansas high school state football championships will be played Friday and Saturday at three sites — Gowans Stadium in Hutchinson, Welch Stadium in Emporia and Kiowa County-Greensburg Stadium. The 2024 state champions were Gardner-Edgerton, 6A; St. Thomas Aquinas, 5A; Andover Central, 4A; Andale, 3A;... Read More.

Kansas Child Care Zones Program Supports Communities Working to Address Local Child Care Issues

Monday, November 24

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment launched the Child Care Zones program in 2025 to support communities working to address local child care issues. A Child Care Zone is a self-defined geographic area (of at least two counties) that receives state-level support to... Read More.

Pratt High School Tight End Arley Morrell Flips Commitment to Iowa State

Monday, November 24

Pratt High School senior football standout Arley Morrell has announced that he is flipping his commitment to Iowa State University. Sports in Kansas broke the news on Monday. The 6-foot-5, 210-pound tight end previously committed to Colorado State University, but after the Rams fired their head... Read More.

Monica Frye to Join Kansas Sampler Foundation Staff

Monday, November 24

INMAN, Kan. — The Kansas Sampler Foundation is excited to announce that Monica Frye will be joining the team as the Explore Kansas Program Manager in January 2026. Monica brings years of experience as a relationship builder from her work at McPherson College and... Read More.

Neosho Panthers Women’s Basketball Dominate in 81-58 Road Win at Southeastern Iowa

Monday, November 24

West Burlington, IA- The Neosho County Panthers rolled into Loren Walker Arena on Saturday afternoon and walked out with a statement win, controlling the game from the opening tip to secure an 81–58 victory over Southeastern Iowa. Neosho set the tone early, outscoring SCC 20–9... Read More.

Lady Warriors earn at-large selection to NCCAA National Championship

Monday, November 24

The 2025 NCCAA DI Women's Volleyball National Championship is set to take place from Wednesday, Dec. 3, to Saturday, Dec. 6, at Lookout Point, Mo, on the campus of College of the Ozarks. This prestigious tournament will feature eight competitive teams, each vying for... Read More.

Sterling Men’s Basketball defeats Avila at home

Monday, November 24

STERLING, Kan. — Sterling College defeated Avila University 89-76 on Saturday, Nov. 22 in the Gleason Center. The Warriors capitalized on their free throw opportunities, converting 30 of 39 attempts for a 76.9 percent success rate. Sterling initiated the first half with a strong start,... Read More.