> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.citizenjournal.us/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # Hutchinson Brief - URL: https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-brief-101/ - Published: 2026-01-16T14:59:14.000Z - Updated: 2026-07-04T02:34:20.000Z - Description: January 16, 2026 - Author: Rica Simpson - Tags: email, hutch, #brief *Hi everyone!* *We hope you have a safe and fun-filled weekend!* *Let us know what you want to know. We are here to serve! Even when we don't publish a news brief to email, we do update our website, so check in any time!* *\-Rica Simpson, rica@citizenjournal.us* --- ## Todays newsletter sponsor ## News [Hutchinson obituariesHutchinson Obituaries Pennington, Deneen Lynn Brenner, LeAnn Jane Ledin, James Alan “Jim” Moore, Galen Dale Green, Charles “Chuck” LeRoy Haltom, Mary Jane Kraus, Stephanie I. “Steph” O’Brien, G. Michael “Mike” Rife, Kurt Alan Willis, Jack Ray Source: Legacy.com - Hutchinson, Kansas Obituaries![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-4232.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/obit-candle-6-4.jpeg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-obituaries-98/) [Area police logsReno County Daily Jail Log - January 14, 2026 12:29 AM — RONALD BREMER, white male, age 53, was arrested for 1) DUI; 3 CONVICTION IN 10 YEARS, AND 2) NO IGNITION INTERLOCK DEVICE 7:56 AM — JOHN D. FARENCE, white male, age 51, was arrested for (1) Fail to![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-4215.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/Protect-and-Serve-6-27.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/area-police-logs-86/) [Reno County approves Salt Lick golf resort plan for twice-failed Cottonwood Hills siteCommission grants conditional use permit for 45-hole destination resort; some neighbors voice water, traffic concerns![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-4231.ico)citizen journalGreg Loving![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/1768418495128.jpeg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/reno-county-approves-salt-lick-golf-resort-plan-for-twice-failed-cottonwood-hills-site/) [Reno County Unemployment Holds Steady at 3.4%County outperforms state’s 3.8% rate as job market stays tight![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-4216.ico)citizen journalGreg Loving![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/LR-Nov2025-Printable-County-UR-Map-1.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/reno-county-unemployment-holds-steady-at-3-4/) [Reno County Landfill to restrict loads Friday due to high wind warningInformation obtained from Reno County Government Facebook![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-4211.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/Reno-County-2-4.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/reno-county-landfill-to-restrict-loads-friday-due-to-high-wind-warning/) [Hutchinson High School offers free senior photos SundayInformation obtained from Hutchinson High School Facebook![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-4212.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/hutch-high.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-high-school-offers-free-senior-photos-sunday/) [Hutchinson Community Foundation to host nonprofit workshopHUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Community Foundation will hold a second session of its “Partnering for Impact” nonprofit workshop Thursday, Jan. 22, from 9-11 a.m. The hands-on workshop is designed to help nonprofit organizations build stronger grant applications. The foundation will share insights on its funding priorities, the Fund for![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-4213.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/hcf-2-1.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-community-foundation-to-host-nonprofit-workshop/) [Hutchinson Community Foundation scholarship deadline approachingHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Qualifying high school seniors have until noon March 27 to apply for scholarships administered annually by the Hutchinson Community Foundation. Four scholarships are available: the Denny Hart Family Athletic Scholarship, the Lois and Avory Johnson Scholarship for Reno County Students, the Hutchinson News Future Journalist Scholarship and the![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-4214.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/hcf-3-1.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-community-foundation-scholarship-deadline-approaching/) [Stop Resting When You’re Sore!Why Movement and Hydration Are the Real Keys to Faster Muscle Recovery![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-4235.ico)citizen journalGreg Loving![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/IMG_7527-1.JPG)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/stop-resting-when-youre-sore/) --- ## Events [Law enforcement officers to take polar plunge for Special Olympics KansasHUTCHINSON, Kan.— Law enforcement officers will jump into frigid water Jan. 24 to raise money for Special Olympics Kansas. The 2026 Law Enforcement Torch Run Polar Plunge, billed as the “Coolest Lake Party in Kansas,” will take place at 10 a.m. at Midwest Superstore, 1100 E. 30th Ave., Hutchinson.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-4209.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/Reno-County-Sheriff-5.jpeg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/law-enforcement-officers-to-take-polar-plunge-for-special-olympics-kansas/) [Children’s art workshop to celebrate Kansas artist Lester RaymerThe Hutchinson Art Center will host monthly children’s art projects on Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026, led by artist and educator Beckie Vega. The make-and-take art classes are open to children ages 6 through 12 and will be divided into two groups: Group A from 1 to 2:30 p.m.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-4134.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/hutch-art-9.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/childrens-art-workshop-to-celebrate-kansas-artist-lester-raymer/) [Reno County program offers free fitness classes for cancer survivorsInformation obtained from Cancer Council of Reno County Facebook![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-4135.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/ccrc-1.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/reno-county-program-offers-free-fitness-classes-for-cancer-survivors/) [Hutchinson Zoo announces spring break camp for studentsInformation obtained from Hutchinson Zoo![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-4139.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/zoo-2-2.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-zoo-announces-spring-break-camp-for-students/) --- ## Sports [Buhler rallies past Augusta 38-30 behind Heredia, MillerStory & photos by Dale Grosbach![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-4204.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/20260113_0720_ACR18-1.JPG)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/buhler-rallies-past-augusta-38-30-behind-heredia-miller/) [Buhler edges Augusta 36-33 behind Voss, strong second halfStory & photos by Dale Grosbach![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-4203.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/20260113_0370_ACR18-1.JPG)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/buhler-edges-augusta-36-33-behind-voss-strong-second-half/) [High School Sports NetworkHelp citizen journal build a kansas high school sports scores network![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-3250.ico)citizen journalGreg Loving![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/ks-mascots-12.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/high-school-sports-network/) --- ## 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