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June 24, 2025
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BREAKING: Inmate at Reno County Correctional Facility pronounced dead
HUTCHINSON, Kan. (AP) — A 41-year-old inmate died early Monday at the Reno County Correctional Facility after being found unresponsive during a routine safety check, authorities said.
Joshua Caleb Ledbetter of Hutchinson was discovered unresponsive around 1:43 a.m., according to a press release from the Reno County Sheriff’s Office.
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Kansas wheat harvest progresses through central counties
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Wheat harvest is in full swing across much of southern and central Kansas, with farmers working around recent weather challenges and disease pressure that has affected yields in some areas. The Kansas wheat harvest is 20 percent complete statewide, well behind the 49 percent completed last year and
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Salvation Army to host Summer Heat Relief event for homeless
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Salvation Army will host a free community event Wednesday aimed at providing relief services to homeless individuals during summer heat conditions. Beat the Heat 2025 is scheduled for 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 23 at The Salvation Army, 700 N. Walnut St. The event
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HutchCC recognizes inspireing teacher
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — A Hutchinson Community College biology instructor has been named a finalist for the college’s Dragon Educator of the Year award and recognized as one of this year’s inspiring instructors. Scott Romeiser, who joined the college’s faculty in 2023, teaches biological sciences and holds a master’s degree in biology
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New furniture store opens in former Hutchinson video rental building
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — A locally owned furniture store has opened in a building that sat vacant for years after the closure of a video rental chain, bringing new retail activity to a prominent north Hutchinson corner. Bailey Home Furnishings opened Tuesday at 900 E. 30th Ave., Suite A, in the former
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Local law enforcement warns of Bitcoin scam targeting county residents
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Police Department and Reno County Sheriff’s Office are warning residents about a series of Bitcoin scams that have cost local victims thousands of dollars over the past two weeks. Authorities said they have received multiple reports of scammers impersonating law enforcement officials and federal agents to
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County Department of Aging to host dementia simulation experience
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Reno County Department of Aging will host an interactive dementia simulation experience Friday designed to help participants understand the daily challenges faced by people living with the condition. The event, scheduled for 9:30 a.m. at the Department of Aging at 120 W. Avenue B, is
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Fox Theatre to unveil 2025-2026 season lineup July 1
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Historic Fox Theatre will announce its 2025-2026 live entertainment season during a public event July 1, featuring eight shows focused on comedy and family programming. The season reveal begins at 6 p.m. at the theatre, with doors opening at 5:15 p.m. for a cash
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Sports
Hutchinson High School releases 2025 Football Schedule
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson High School has released its 2025 Salthawk football regular season schedule with 75 days remaining until the season opener. The schedule was announced Saturday on the school’s social media channels and is available on the AVCTL (Ark Valley Chisholm Trail League) website. Based on the released schedule,
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West All-Stars dominate East 26-8 in 52nd Kansas Shrine Bowl
DODGE CITY, Kan. — The West All-Stars dominated the East All-Stars 26-8 Saturday night in the 52nd Kansas Shrine Bowl presented by Mammoth at Memorial Stadium, extending their series lead in the annual high school all-star game. Josh Burdick, a Cheney native and Emporia State University signee, earned Most Valuable Player
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Politics
Roger Marshall weighs in
Senator Marshall, Trump Administration to streamline prior authorization process in medicare Washington – On Monday, U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas) joined Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz in laying out six specific
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Tracy Mann weighs in
Reps. Mann, Schmidt, Sens. Marshall, Moran, Mullin introduce legislation to reform Haskell University WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representatives Tracey Mann (KS-01) and Derek Schmidt (KS-02), alongside U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-KS), Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-KS) and Markwayne Mullin (R-OK), introduced legislation that would federally charter Haskell
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Derek Schmidt weighs in
Schmidt, colleagues move to expand ban on terrorists entering United States WASHINGTON, DC: Congressman Derek Schmidt (KS-02) announced he has cosponsored H.R. 3926, the Terrorist Inadmissibility Codification Act. The legislation – originally introduced by Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) – would expand federal law to prohibit people belonging to or associated with
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Sharice Davids weighs in
Davids helps introduce reproductive rights bills After Roe v. Wade was overturned, millions have lost access to reproductive health care and extreme Republicans are pushing even further.
Today (June 24), on the three-year anniversary of the Supreme Court’s Dobbs decision that overturned Roe v. Wade, Representative Sharice Davids joined
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The Moral Fog in Topeka
By Paul Waggoner, House of Representatives District 104
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Sen. Michael Murphy weighs in
Sen. Mike Murphy, 2 terms as District 114 Representative
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Sen. Jerry Moran: Kansas Common Sense newsletter
Promoting the Air Capital of the World
The International Air Show brings together aviation, defense and space stakeholders from across the globe to showcase the latest innovation and international cooperation of these industries. I led a bipartisan group of senators to recognize the United States’ leadership in the aerospace and
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Kelly announces administration appointments
Governor Laura Kelly announced Monday seven appointments to the following state committee, authority, cabinet, and board. Kansas Advisory Committee for the Blind and Visually Impaired
Purpose: To provide advice and counsel to the secretary of the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services on issues that improve opportunities for
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Opinion
Waiting on wheat
Kim Baldwin, McPherson County farmer and rancher
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LOVING: HOW THE US SHOULD DEAL WITH IRAN
In a region with no satisfying solutions, America should back Saudi Arabia and contain Iran
Greg Loving
Area happenings...
Area events
📋 Hutchinson Events List June 25-27, 2025 • Hutchinson, Kansas Wednesday, June 25, 2025 6:00 AM Aqua Zumba FITNESS
📍 Hutchinson YMCA (716 E 13th Ave)
YMCA membership required 9:00 AM Reno County Commission Meeting COMMUNITY FREE
📍 Veterans Room, Reno County Courthouse (206 W. 1st Ave.)
2nd, 4th, and 5th Wednesdays
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Area police logs
Reno County Jail Log - June 22, 2025 4:32 PM - REBECCA WHITE-MCARTHER, white female, age 15, 323 E A Ave - Juvenile possession of nicotine vape device 1:27 AM - CHASE B. MYRTLE, white male, age 28, 406 E Ave C - Aggravated battery Total arrests: 2
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Hutchinson Obituaries
Hutchinson Obituaries Elliott, Gene Austin Fuller, Timothy Marlon Source: Legacy.com - Hutchinson, Kansas Obituaries
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KDA area inspections
Recent Food Safety Inspections in Reno County (June 2025): 1. Chili’s Grill & Bar * Address: 1801 E 17th Ave, Hutchinson, KS 67501 * Phone: 972-982-7052 * Inspection Date: 06/23/2025 * Inspection Type: Routine * Compliance Status: In Compliance * Specific Violations Found: Violation 3-501.16(A)(2) - Temperature ControlViolation 4-601.11(A) -
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US news
June 24 2025
Mideast Truce In Peril; Iranian Nuclear Program Damage?; Student Loan Defaults Loom; Tesla Robotaxi Launches; Chinese Crime Syndicate
Greg Loving
Israel-Iran peace deal reached
Ceasefire to begin in 6hr
Greg Loving
Iran attacks US military assets in Qatar
Reports of explosions near US bases
Greg Loving
June 23 2025
Mideast war fears; Iran oil threat; Senate parliamentarian; Robots unload trucks; Thunder win title;
Greg Loving
🌾KS news
KS - June 23 2025
Fake GoFundMe; New Kansas Laws; Ancient Possum Discovered; Nebraska Meatpacking Plant; Thunder Win NBA Title
Greg Loving
KS - June 20 2025
Heat Advisory; Measles Outbreak; KS Congress Delegation Backs Trump; Body Found In Wichita; Pacers Force Game 7
Greg Loving
Danger near the bird feeder? K-State wildlife expert urges caution
By Drew Ricketts
K-State Research and Extension
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Ground beef prices reach record $5.98 per pound as cattle herds shrink
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Ground beef prices soared to a record $5.98 per pound in May, marking a 16% increase from the previous year as the nation’s cattle inventory dropped to its smallest level since 1951, according to federal data released this week. The surge reflects a perfect storm
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Kansas unemployment rate holds at 3.8% in May
TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — Kansas maintained its 3.8% unemployment rate in May, holding steady from the previous month as the state added jobs in manufacturing while shedding positions in professional services, according to data released Friday by state labor officials. The jobless rate remained unchanged from April but ticked up
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