HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Community Foundation board and committee volunteers toured LightHouse, a transitional housing program operated by Interfaith Housing & Community Services, Inc., to learn about services for young adults experiencing housing insecurity. Lacy Stauffacher, chief operations officer for Interfaith Housing & Community Services, led the Friday morning tour

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Police Department recently concluded its 2025 Youth Academy, providing local students with hands-on experience in law enforcement operations. The free educational program gave participants an enriching experience with various aspects of police work, including time with dispatchers, animal control, Special Operations/Detectives, Traffic Unit, Reno County

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The City of Hutchinson is encouraging residents to consider building accessory dwelling units on their properties as a solution to local housing challenges and changing family needs. The city's Planning Division is promoting what officials call "backyard homes" — small secondary structures also known as

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Community College has recognized two exceptional students as part of its Distinguished Dragons program, highlighting academic achievement and athletic excellence across campus. Nursing Student Earns Multiple Honors Kelli Christ of Goessel, Kansas, has been named a 2025 Distinguished Dragon while completing her Associate Degree of Nursing at

Hutchinson Obituaries Davies, Joanne P Schaff, Geraldine F. "Gerry" Sunderland, Raylyn H. Source: Legacy.com - Hutchinson, Kansas Obituaries

Reno County Daily Jail Log - July 24, 2025 1:58 PM KIMBERLY LYNN GUERRERO, white female, age 43 Charge: FTA warrant - original charge: criminal trespass 12:14 AM JOSHUA A. MILLESON, white male, age 42 Charge: HPD FTA; domestic battery Reno County Daily Jail Log - July 23,

WASHINGTON — Rep. Sharice Davids, D-Kan., has introduced several bipartisan bills in recent months addressing issues ranging from disability rights to aviation policy to professional boxing reform. Expanding Savings for Workers with Disabilities Davids, alongside Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa., introduced the ABLE Employment Flexibility Act in December, designed to help workers

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HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Reno County K-State Research and Extension will host a weekend of farm tours followed by a farm-to-table dinner Aug. 22-24, featuring five local agricultural operations. The event, presented in partnership with Sandhills Brewing, will take participants on tours of Reno County farms where they can meet producers, learn

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Reno County's Department of Aging recently hosted a Community Collaboration Series event focused on creating an action plan for successful aging, featuring insights from a local home care specialist. Samantha Juarez from All Saints Home Care led the presentation Friday, July 18, at the Department of

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Childcare providers in Reno County can now access free professional development through the Build Me Up! Coaching Program, funded by an Early Childhood Block Grant. The program is designed to support childcare providers and their staff in building strong, nurturing relationships with children and families while helping children

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — A community discussion on food insecurity in Reno County will be held Aug. 11 at the HRMC Pavilion as part of the First Course initiative. The lunch event, scheduled from noon to 1 p.m. at 1701 E 23rd Ave., will feature a presentation by Jason Probst, Extension

Hutchinson Zoo Celebrates National Zookeeper Week HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Zoo celebrated National Zookeeper Week by highlighting the dedicated professionals who care for the facility's diverse animal collection, including wildlife rehabilitation keepers and seasonal interns who contribute to daily operations. The zoo's recognition effort focused on

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson YMCA will host a community open house Tuesday, Aug. 19, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at its facility at 716 E 13th Ave. The two-hour event is designed to showcase what the YMCA has to offer the community, according to organizers. The open

Municipal Offices Directory Updated: June 23, 2025 • 1:06 PM City Offices Hutchinson - 1st Class 3 Council Members (2 - 4 yr terms, 1 - 2 yr term) Council SW Greg Fast 416 N. Main St, Hutchinson, KS 67501 • (620) 474-0014 Council SW Kaden Winters 219 W 14th Ave,

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The annual Bridgebuilders BBQ, a community event designed to foster relationships between local youth and police officers, has been canceled due to logistical challenges, organizers announced Tuesday. The event, typically hosted each summer in partnership with the Hutchinson Police Department, City of Hutchinson Government and Hutch In Harmony,

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Bailey Backhaus of Newkirk, Oklahoma, has been named a Distinguished Dragon by Hutchinson Community College after completing her Associate of Science degree while excelling both academically and athletically as a softball player. Backhaus, a shortstop for the Blue Dragons softball team, demonstrated consistent prowess on the field throughout