Hutchinson Brief
July 16, 2025
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July 14, 2025, USD 308 Board of Education meeting
July 14, 2025
Greg Loving
Central Christian graduate earns National Merit Scholarship
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — A Central Christian School graduate has been named a National Merit Finalist and scholarship recipient, placing him among the nation’s top academic achievers. Nathan Reed, who graduated from Central Christian School in 2025, was selected as one of 2,500 students nationwide to receive the prestigious recognition from
Teri Hansen
Reno County Fair: A cherished Kansas tradition returns to Hutchinson
The Reno County Fair, a beloved annual tradition in Hutchinson, Kansas, brings together the community each summer for ten days of agricultural showcases, family fun, and time-honored competitions. Located at 2000 N Poplar Street, this longstanding fair continues to celebrate the agricultural heritage and community spirit that defines rural Kansas.
Teri Hansen
Kansas Rural Center offers virtual farm planning classes
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Kansas Rural Center will host a three-session virtual class series called “Farm Dreams” on Thursday evenings in July to help experienced and prospective farmers develop comprehensive business plans. The online workshops will focus on clarifying participants’ values and quality-of-life goals, assessing readiness to start and operate a
Teri Hansen
Reno County to hold Planning Commission Hearing on zoning changes
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Reno County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing Aug. 21 to consider proposed amendments to building setbacks, lot dimensions and agricultural lot split requirements in the county’s zoning regulations. The hearing is scheduled for 4:30 p.m. at the Reno County Public Works building at
Teri Hansen
Salvation Army to host annual fundraising dinner Aug. 8
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Salvation Army will host its annual “Fight for Hope” dinner Aug. 8 at the Salvation Army Community Center to raise funds for vital services supporting families across Reno County. The event will begin at 6 p.m. and feature live music, a catered meal from Salt City
Teri Hansen
Railroad crossing repairs scheduled for Hutchinson
Several railroad crossings in Hutchinson are scheduled for repair in the coming months, with work expected to begin in August, Mayor Stacy Goss announced. Union Pacific has confirmed repairs for crossings at 4th and Porter streets and two locations at 3rd and Plum streets, according to a Facebook post
Teri Hansen
Hutchinson seeks community input for new fairgrounds playground
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The City of Hutchinson is inviting residents to help design a new playground at Fairgrounds Park, scheduled for completion in 2026. City officials will hold three community input sessions this week to gather ideas for the playground upgrade. The sessions are scheduled for Monday, Thursday and Friday from
Teri Hansen
HutchCC alumna returns as recognized inspiring instructor
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — A Hutchinson Community College alumna who spent more than a decade teaching at the high school level has returned to her alma mater and earned recognition as one of this year’s inspiring instructors. Amber Carithers, an English instructor who joined HutchCC full-time in 2024, graduated from the two-year
Teri Hansen
Sports
Brigade routs Monarchs 14-1 behind seven-run fifth inning
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Junction City Brigade exploded for seven runs in the fifth inning en route to a 14-1 victory over the Hutchinson Monarchs on Monday night at Hobart-Detter Field. The Brigade scored 11 of their 14 runs between the fourth and sixth innings, taking advantage of sloppy Hutchinson pitching
Teri Hansen
NASCAR legend Ken Schrader to headline Hutchinson cancer fundraiser
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — NASCAR living legend Ken Schrader will appear at a fundraising event for the Cancer Council of Reno County on Saturday, offering fans a chance to meet the veteran driver while supporting a local cause. The Salt City 100 Race-Day Pre-Party will run from 11 a.m. to 1
Teri Hansen
Hutchinson Hospital to host Veterans Golf Classic Sept. 26
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System will host its second annual Veterans Golf Classic on Sept. 26 at Carey Park Golf Course, with proceeds supporting veteran-focused programs in the local community. The tournament will feature a four-person scramble format with check-in beginning at 9 a.m. The event serves as
Teri Hansen
PrairieStar Health Center to Offer Free Sports Physicals for Students
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — PrairieStar Health Center will host free sports physicals for middle and high school students Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at its pediatrics department. The five-hour event will take place at the health center’s facility at 2700 E. 30th Ave. in Hutchinson. The physicals are
Teri Hansen
Hutchinson Monarchs Clinch 2025 Jayhawk Collegiate League Championship
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Monarchs captured the 2025 Jayhawk Collegiate League championship Saturday night, defeating the Kingman Islanders 8-2 at Hobart-Detter Field to cap off a dominant weekend series. The title-clinching victory came one day after the Monarchs routed Kingman 17-4 on Friday night, improving their record to 25-5 and
Teri Hansen
Politics
Governor Kelly Proclaims Panasonic Day in Kansas; Governor Kelly Celebrates Grand Opening of Panasonic EV Battery Manufacturing Facility in De Soto
Governor Laura Kelly on Monday proclaimed Panasonic Day across the State of Kansas in honor of the grand opening of Panasonic Energy’s state-of-the-art electric vehicle battery plant in De Soto, Kansas. The facility, which is the largest private business investment in Kansas history, will bring up to 4,
Teri Hansen
Rep. Estes Talks One Big Beautiful Law with Andy Hooser
U.S. Congressman Ron Estes (R-Kansas) joined the Voice of Reason with Andy Hooser to talk about the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). President Trump signed the bill into law on July 4, 2025. Rep. Estes spoke about provisions within the OBBBA that will improve the
Teri Hansen
Landmark project to create thousands of jobs; Davids, Moore, colleagues push to restore report on MMIP Crisis
DE SOTO, KS — Representative Sharice Davids joined local leaders, business executives, and community members to celebrate the official grand opening of the Panasonic EV battery manufacturing facility in De Soto. The project, which Davids has supported since its earliest stages, is expected to bring 4,000 direct jobs and thousands
Teri Hansen
Senator Marshall: We Will Cut $9 Billion of Wasteful Spending for the American Taxpayers
Senator Marshall Joins Newsmax to Talk About the Rescissions Package and Joe Biden’s Autopen
Teri Hansen
Kansas Common Sense July 14, 2025
U.S. Sen. Jerry Moran
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Tracey Mann on Kansas Ag Hero of the Month
Fellow Kansan, Agriculture is the heartbeat of the Big First District. Each month, I highlight the life and work of Kansas ag heroes – the people who make our state the pilot light of America and who inspire me to continue fighting for Kansas farmers, ranchers, and agricultural producers. Yours in
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
Opinion
Insight: Driving for the future
Glenn Brunkow, Pottawatomie County farmer and rancher
Teri Hansen
Area happenings...
Area events
📋 Hutchinson Events List July 16-19, 2025 • Hutchinson, Kansas Wednesday, July 16, 2025 MULTI-DAY 2025 Pretty Prairie Rodeo (Day 1 of 4) ENTERTAINMENT
📍 Booster Club Arena, Pretty Prairie, KS (202 N. Elm)
July 16-19 • Kansas’ Largest Night Rodeo! Four-day event attended by thousands of rodeo fans from all over the world
Teri Hansen
Area police logs
Reno County Daily Jail Log - July 13, 2025 1:12 AM - HENRY XILOJ, Hispanic male, age 29, arrested for Criminal Damage - Domestic Violence. 4:41 AM - JUSTIN T. BROWN, black male, age 35, arrested for Domestic Violence Battery, Domestic Violence Criminal Damage, Possession of THC, Drug
Teri Hansen
Hutchinson Obituaries
Hutchinson Obituaries Steed, Helen R Wheeler, Pamela Jane Source: Legacy.com - Hutchinson, Kansas Obituaries
Teri Hansen
Food Safety Inspection Results - Reno County, Kansas
Inspection Period: July 6-13, 2025
Teri Hansen
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US news
July 15 2025
Patriots for Ukraine?; Texas rare earths factory; CIA knew Oswald; US relaxes chip ban; US leads Pacific drills
Greg Loving
July 14 2025
Ghost of Epstein Haunts Trump; Student Loan Overhaul; Western Hemisphere Oil; Pentagon’s China Focus; Sinner Wins Wimbledon
Greg Loving
July 11 2025
Iran’s Uranium Survives?; Pentagon Invests in Critical Minerals; ‘Fight for America’; Ford’s Safety Woes; Germany Protests Laser
Greg Loving
🌾KS news
KS - July 14 2025
Panasonic Plant Opens; World Cup Tickets; Train Service?; Multi-County Chase; Ukrainian Grain Terminal
Greg Loving
KS - July 11 2025
Battery Plant Delayed; Farm Economies Struggle; Moran on Ukraine; Benton Man Arrested; Mahomes on Stadium
Greg Loving
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