> ## 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-24/ - Published: 2025-07-09T13:00:20.000Z - Updated: 2026-07-04T02:33:22.000Z - Description: July 9, 2025 - Author: Teri Hansen - Tags: Hutchinson *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* --- ## Today's newsletter sponsor [ ![Alt text](https://rosebud-ads.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/maccollege.png) Local News](https://www.mcpherson.edu/?utm%5Fsource=ks&utm%5Fmedium=newsletter&utm%5Fcampaign=issue062925&utm%5Fcontent=pos3)[Traffic signal offline at Hutchinson intersection following vehicle accidentHUTCHINSON, Kan. — A traffic signal at 11th Avenue and Plum Street is temporarily offline following a motor vehicle accident, city officials announced. The City of Hutchinson has implemented all-way stop control measures at the intersection to ensure safety and maintain traffic flow. Motorists are advised to approach with caution and![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-817.ico)citizen journalTeri Hansen![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/Caution.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/traffic-signal-offline-at-hutchinson-intersection-following-vehicle-accident/) [Moundridge Student, Father Die in Kanopolis Lake Boating AccidentIncoming Moundridge High School freshmen among victims in Thursday incident![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-816.ico)citizen journalGreg Loving![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/Image-54-1-1.jpeg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/moundridge-student-father-die-in-kanopolis-lake-boating-accident/) [Stage 9 opens auditions for ‘Into the Breeches’ as ‘Ride The Cyclone’ prepares for July runHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Stage 9 theater will hold auditions for its upcoming production of “Into the Breeches” on July 19 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and July 20 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., with director Wes Bartlett leading the casting process. No advance preparation is![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-824.ico)citizen journalTeri Hansen![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/4-1.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/stage-9-opens-auditions-for-into-the-breeches-as-ride-the-cyclone-prepares-for-july-run/) [Hutchinson Police highlights Iraq War Veteran officerHUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Police Department has recognized Officer Jacob Earley as its employee of the month. Earley, an Iraq and Syria war veteran, joined the department about a year ago and currently serves with the Repeat Offender Unit. Born in Arizona and raised in Kansas and South Carolina, he![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-821.ico)citizen journalTeri Hansen![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/1-7-1.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-police-highlights-iraq-war-veteran-officer/) [Hutchinson Art Center showcases local talent, gallery exhibitionsHUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Art Center’s popular Saturday Morning Artists program continues to draw creative participants both in-person and remotely, with the next session scheduled for July 12 from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. The weekly gathering features live models and maintains a come-and-go atmosphere that welcomes![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-823.ico)citizen journalTeri Hansen![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/4.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-art-center-showcases-local-talent-gallery-exhibitions/) [Hutchinson YMCA opens fall sports registrationHUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson YMCA began accepting fall sports registration Monday for recreational programs serving children from pre-kindergarten through seventh grade. Registration for the fall season runs through Aug. 4, with practices beginning the week of Aug. 25\. Games will start Sept. 6 and conclude Oct. 18\. The Greater Wichita![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-822.ico)citizen journalTeri Hansen![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/3-1.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-ymca-opens-fall-sports-registration/) [Hutchinson Animal Shelter fffers reduced adoption fees through July 17HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Animal Shelter is offering reduced adoption fees through July 17 as part of its “Red, White, & Woof” promotion, aimed at finding homes for dogs and cats during the busy summer season. The shelter, located at 1501 S Severance, operates Tuesday through Sunday from 12:30 p.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-819.ico)citizen journalTeri Hansen![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/Screenshot-2025-07-08-112043.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-animal-shelter-fffers-reduced-adoption-fees-through-july-17/) [Hutchinson Community Foundation Awards Scholarships, Hosts Nonprofit TrainingHUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Community Foundation awarded $18,000 in scholarships to two Hutchinson High School students and will host a data storytelling workshop for nonprofit leaders next week. Noah Sidebottom and KeiRe Martinez each received $9,000 from the HHS Class of 1968 Scholarship fund, the foundation announced Friday.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-820.ico)citizen journalTeri Hansen![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/2-2-1.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-community-foundation-awards-scholarships-hosts-nonprofit-training/) [Hutchinson Fire Department announces annual school supply driveHUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Fire Department will collect school supplies for children in need during its annual drive Aug. 1-3, partnering with Allen Samuels and RCB Bank. Firefighters will be stationed at Dillons locations on 5th and 30th streets, as well as Walmart, during specified collection hours. The drive runs![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-818.ico)citizen journalTeri Hansen![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/2-1.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-fire-department-announces-annual-school-supply-drive/) [HutchCC announces Dillon Lecture Series speakers, Distinguished Dragons, teen driving class registration openHUTCHINSON, Kan. — For more than 40 years, the Dillon Lecture Series at Hutchinson Community College has provided residents of central Kansas access to distinguished speakers they might otherwise never have the opportunity to hear. Since its inception in 1982, the series has featured an eclectic mix of presenters ranging from![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-815.ico)citizen journalTeri Hansen![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/Screenshot-2025-07-08-104055.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchcc-announces-dillon-lecture-series-speakers-distinguished-dragons/) --- ## Sports [Hutchinson Monarchs complete suspended gameHUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Monarchs completed a rain-delayed victory Monday night, finishing off a 10-4 win over the Wichita Wildcats in a game suspended June 23 due to lightning at Hobart-Detter Field. The victory improved the Monarchs’ record to 20-5 as they enter the final 10 days of the Jayhawk![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-825.ico)citizen journalTeri Hansen![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/20250618_0464_ACR17A-5.jpeg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-monarchs-complete-suspended-game/) --- ## Politics [Senator Marshall: When You Cut Taxes, The Economy GrowsSenator Marshall Joins Fox Business to Discuss the Yale Budget Lab and the Reconciliation Bill.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-829.ico)citizen journalTeri Hansen![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/Roger-Marshall-1-4.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/senator-marshall-when-you-cut-taxes-the-economy-grows/) [Governor Kelly announces administration appointmentsGovernor Laura Kelly announced July 7, 13 appointments to the following state boards, task force, and council. State Board of Technical Professions Purpose: To provide maximum protection of the health, safety, and welfare of the people of Kansas by assuring that the practice of engineering, architecture, land surveying, landscape![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-828.ico)citizen journalTeri Hansen![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/Gov-Kelly-1-4.jpeg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/governor-kelly-announces-administration-appointments/) [News from Tracy MannPassing the One Big Beautiful Bill Over the past four years, Kansans all across the Big First expressed grave concerns to me about our nation’s border security, skyrocketing prices, and a federal government that continually burdened their way of life in rural America through excessive regulations. On November 5,![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-827.ico)citizen journalTeri Hansen![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/Mann-2.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/news-from-tracy-mann/) [Jerry Moran: Kansas Common Sense, July 7, 2025Kansas Senator Jerry Moran![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-826.ico)citizen journalTeri Hansen![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/Moran-3.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/jerry-moran-kansas-common-sense-july-7-2025/) [Estes delivers remarks on House floor in support of ’One Big, Beautiful BillU.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![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-782.ico)citizen journalTeri Hansen![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/Ron-Estes.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/estes-delivers-remarks-on-house-floor-in-support-of-one-big-beautiful-bill/) [Davids opposes partisan bill that slashes health care, food to benefit billionairesToday, 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![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-781.ico)citizen journalTeri Hansen![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/Sharice-Davids.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/davids-opposes-partisan-bill-that-slashes-health-care-food-to-benefit-billionaires/) [Schmidt votes to cancel massive tax hike, secure border, lower federal spendingWASHINGTON, 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![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-780.ico)citizen journalTeri Hansen![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/Schmidt-3.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/schmidt-votes-to-cancel-massive-tax-hike-secure-border-lower-federal-spending/) --- ## Opinion [INSIGHT: Protecting the herdsGreg Doering, Kansas Farm Bureau![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-830.ico)citizen journalTeri Hansen![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/Screen-Shot-2025-06-16-at-9.49.50-PM-7.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/insight-protecting-the-herds/) [Opinion: Keep demanding informationBy Teri L. 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