Hutchinson Brief
July 7, 2025
Hi everyone!
We hope you all had a safe and fabulous holiday weekend!
Our condolences go out to the loved ones of those effected by the accident at Kanopolis Lake. We also want to thank all the amazing first responders for their hard work at the lake and everywhere this past 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!
-Teri Hansen, teri@loql.ai
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Local News
UPDATE: Ellsworth Co. Sheriff confirms two bodies recovered from Kanopolis Lake
It’s been 36 hours since a man and a teenager went missing at Kanopolis Lake
Greg Loving
Top 5 takeaways from USD 308 Board of Education meeting
Regular meetings of the USD 308 Board of Education are on the second and fourth Monday of the month at 6 p.m. in the Administration Center, 1520 N. Plum. Here are the top five takeaways from the most recent BoE meeting. 1. Board Tables Student Cell Phone Policy Amid
Greg Loving
Sky Ryders Drum Corps offers free performance Monday
The Sky Ryders Drum and Bugle Corps will present a free dress rehearsal performance Monday evening at Gowans Stadium, giving the community a preview of their 2025 competition show. The performance begins at 7 p.m. at the Hutchinson Community College stadium, with gates opening to the public at no
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Police seek help identifying woman found dead in Hutchinson
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Police are asking for the public’s help identifying a woman whose remains were discovered six months ago in east Hutchinson. Officers responded Jan. 2 to a call about a deceased person in the 1600 block of East First Avenue, where they found human remains, according to the Hutchinson
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Two Hospitalized in Reno County Traffic Crash
RENO COUNTY, Kan. — Two people were hospitalized after a two-vehicle crash Tuesday morning in Reno County. The Kansas Highway Patrol said Robert W. Cooper, 77, of Haven, was driving eastbound on Arlington Road when he failed to yield at a stop sign at Kansas 96. His 2014 Chevrolet Cruze struck
Teri Hansen
Fox Theatre announces 2025-2026 season lineup
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Fox Theatre unveiled its 2025-2026 season lineup featuring eight subscription series performances and additional special events. Executive Director Josh Davies said the season offers an eclectic mix of music, comedy, acrobatics and ice skating designed to draw regional audiences. The subscription series includes: — Home Free, Oct. 19,
Teri Hansen
Downtown Hutchinson bookstore to close after 13 years
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — A longtime downtown bookstore will close its doors after more than a decade of serving the community, with owners citing financial pressures and changing consumer habits as primary factors. Bookends, located at 123 N. Main St., announced its closure this week after 13 years of operation. Owners Wes
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Local organizations honored for patriotic spirit at Independence Day Parade
Three local groups received recognition for their outstanding displays of patriotism during this year’s Independence Day parade, with winners announced across business, organization and nonprofit categories. Redemption Animal Rescue earned the top prize in the nonprofit division, receiving $50 for a creative float that combined pet rescue advocacy with patriotic
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Sports
Hutchinson Monarchs extend winning streak with back-to-back victories
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Monarchs continued their dominant summer campaign with consecutive victories, defeating the Kansas Cannons 11-2 on the road Tuesday before routing the Wichita Black Sox 12-3 at home Wednesday night. The two victories improved the Monarchs’ record to 17-5 and demonstrated the team’s balanced approach of strong
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Politics
Estes delivers remarks on House floor in support of ’One Big, Beautiful Bill
U.S. Congressman Ron Estes (R-Kansas) delivered remarks on the House floor in support of H.R. 1 – the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. Read the full remarks below. Watch on YouTube and Rumble. Watch the remarks here. Remarks as delivered: Mr. Speaker, I rise today on behalf of
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Davids opposes partisan bill that slashes health care, food to benefit billionaires
Today, Representative Sharice Davids released the following statement after voting against President Trump and U.S. House Republicans’ extreme budget that cuts health care and raises grocery prices for hardworking families to pay for tax giveaways for billionaires and ultrawealthy corporations. “Simply put, President Trump’s extreme budget hurts everyone
Teri Hansen
Schmidt votes to cancel massive tax hike, secure border, lower federal spending
WASHINGTON, DC: Congressman Derek Schmidt (KS-02) issued the following statement regarding passage of the budget reconciliation bill by the U.S. House of Representatives, also called the “One Big Beautiful Bill”: “Last November, Americans voted for change in Washington, D.C. Today, Congress is delivering much of the change promised
Teri Hansen
Mann votes to send ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ to President Trump’s desk
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Tracey Mann (KS-01) voted to pass H.R. 1, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, in the U.S. House of Representatives. The bill, which delivers on Congressional Republicans and President Trump’s campaign promises of lowering taxes, securing the border, and unleashing
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Marshall celebrates Senate passage of President Trump’s Reconciliation Bill
Washington – On Tuesday, U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas), released the following statement after the Senate voted to pass the reconciliation bill, President Donald Trump’s signature piece of legislation, which will deliver on numerous key promises made to the American people. “President Trump promised more money in
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Moran statement on passage of the Senate budget reconciliation
Kansas Senator Jerry Moran
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Opinion
Opinion: Keep demanding information
By Teri L. Hansen
Teri Hansen
Finding common ground
Jackie Mundt, Pratt County farmer and rancher
Teri Hansen
Area happenings...
KDA area inspections
Recent Food Safety Inspections in Reno County (July 2025): Inspection Summary - July 1, 2025 8 establishments inspected - All found “In Compliance” after corrections Establishments with Violations (Corrected on Site): Burger King 1669 (201 E 4th St, Hutchinson, KS 67501) - July 1, 2025 * Missing paper towels at hand
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Area police logs
Reno County Daily Jail Log - July 1, 2025 6:37 PM Chelsea Stuart, white female, age 29 Charges: Failure to appear - Probation violation (3 counts), Failure to appear - Extension to pay (2 counts) 11:02 AM Valentin R. Delgado, white male, age 25 Charges: Driving while suspended,
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Hutchinson Obituaries
Hutchinson Obituaries Brown, Troy Dean Byard, Maegan Jensen, Brenda Kelsey, Reiley Mellenbruch, Linda Shaffer, June L. Wann, James Wilkinson, Victor Lee Source: Legacy.com - Hutchinson, Kansas Obituaries
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Area events
📋 Hutchinson Events List July 6 - July 12, 2025 • Hutchinson, Kansas Sunday, July 6, 2025 6:00 PM Hutchinson Monarchs Baseball Game vs Haysville Aviators ENTERTAINMENT
📍 Hobart-Detter Field (9 Emerson Loop East)
6:00 PM • Professional baseball game featuring the Hutchinson Monarchs taking on the Haysville Aviators Monday, July 7,
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US news
Trump Signs Major Tax and Spending Package as Military Aircraft Conduct Flyover
President celebrates legislative victory with White House ceremony as B-2 bombers from Iran operations fly overhead
Greg Loving
House passes ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’
Will be signed by President Trump on July 4
Greg Loving
July 3 2025
Late-Night BBB Drama; Harvard’s $1b Budget Hit; Gen Z Drinks More; Tesla Sales Funk; Vietnam Trade Pact
Greg Loving
July 2 2025
House GOP Threatens Megabill; GOP Subpoenas Ivies; Paramount Settles Trump ‘FAKE NEWS’ Lawsuit; China’s AI Gains on US; US Halts Some Ukraine Weapons
Greg Loving
Trump Announces 60-Day Gaza Ceasefire Agreement with Israel, Issues Ultimatum to Hamas
President warns militant group conditions will worsen if deal rejected ahead of Netanyahu White House meeting.
Greg Loving
🌾KS news
KS - July 3 2025
Spending Bill; Phillipsburg Suspect Cache; Lawrence, Manhattan Homeownership; Gov Kelly Confirms Divorce; Eisenhower Signs Flood Control Bill
Greg Loving
KS - July 2 2025
State Budget Cuts; Solomon Teen Dies in Fire; Pandemic Benefits Fraud; KS-04 Intern Killed in D.C.; Ex-KU Golfer Named Vice Captain
Greg Loving
KS - July 1 2025
Senators Back Trump Bill; ICE Contract Awarded; Kansas Tourism Grants; Bill Boosts Farmers; Troopers Seize Cash
Greg Loving
Kansas Rep. Ron Estes mourns intern killed in Washington shooting
Kansas Rep. Ron Estes is mourning the loss of a congressional intern who was fatally shot Monday night in Washington, D.C., after getting caught in gunfire apparently intended for others. Eric Tarpinian-Jachym, 21, of Granby, Massachusetts, died Tuesday from injuries sustained in the shooting near the Walter E.
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