Hutchinson Brief
July 18, 2025
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Check out the amazing collaboration between three of the most wonderful and talented local organizations in Hutchinson. Read our feature article "Local organizations collaborate for sensor-friendly theater production." What an awesome group of people!
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News
Cosmosphere partners on space-themed projects for youth development
HUTCHINSON, Kan. (AP) — The Cosmosphere International SciEd Center and Space Museum announced two major partnerships this week aimed at expanding educational opportunities for Kansas youth through space-themed programming. The Hutchinson-based space museum revealed Tuesday it is collaborating with the Greater Wichita YMCA on a space-themed climbing structure for the new
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County implements manual security screenings at courthouse
HUTCHINSON, Kan. (AP) — The Reno County Courthouse has implemented manual security screenings after its x-ray machine broke down, officials announced Tuesday. The Reno County Sheriff’s Office said the x-ray machine used for security screening has been out of service since July 16. Security staff are now manually and visually inspecting
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United Way hosting event to offer $26,500 in grants
HUTCHINSON, Kan. (AP) — The United Way of Reno County will host its inaugural “Spark Tank Live” event Sept. 25, offering $26,500 in grants to local nonprofits through a competitive pitch competition modeled after the television show “Shark Tank.” The high-energy event, scheduled for 6 p.m. at the 1861
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Hutchinson – Week of July 17 2025
Sales Tax Vote; Property Tax Increase; Restaurant Demolition; Floodplain Expansion; Dedicated Pickleball Courts
Greg Loving
Talk20 Hutch to feature five presenters at July 25 event
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Talk20 Hutch will present its 22nd edition Friday, July 25, at 7 p.m. at the Hutchinson Public Library, featuring six community members sharing their stories through rapid-fire presentations. The event, which occurs each January and July, allows 10 community members to show 20 images while speaking for
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Hutchinson Art Center postpones Autumn Consignment Auction, showcases local artist
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Art Center has postponed its 2025 Autumn Consignment Art Auction that was scheduled for Oct. 4 due to extenuating circumstances. The art center announced it is working to set a new date for the auction and will make an announcement once a decision is made. Despite
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Hutchinson Regional Medical Center celebrates new arrivals, recognizes staff excellence
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Regional Medical Center welcomed two new babies this month, with Kennedy arriving July 3 and Diggs born July 14 at the hospital’s Birthing Center. The hospital announced the births on its Facebook page, noting that both babies were delivered at The Birthing Center at Hutchinson Regional Medical
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Carbon removal Vaulted Deep expands operations in Kansas
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Houston-based carbon removal startup Vaulted Deep celebrated the expansion of its Great Plains Facility with a ribbon cutting ceremony Tuesday, marking a significant milestone in the company’s effort to combat climate change through underground waste storage. The company, which injects organic waste into underground salt caverns for permanent
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Hutchinson Police Department requests assistance in identifying person of interest
The Hutchinson Police Department requested the assistance of the community to identify a male who is a person of interest in an active case. If you know his identity, please call Crime Stoppers of Reno County at 1-800-222-TIPS, the Hutchinson Police Department at 620-694-2818, or use your P3Tips App on
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Local organizations collaborate for sensory-friendly theater production
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Three local organizations joined forces to present an interactive, sensory-friendly theater production designed to make live performance accessible to children with special needs. Family Community Theatre, Reno County Educational Cooperative and Clothed in Compassion collaborated to stage “Stone Soup” at the Gallery Theater in Hutchinson Community College’s Stringer
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Local organizations collaborate for sensory-friendly theater production (Copy)
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — United Way of Reno County is among 87 Kansas nonprofit organizations selected to receive grants up to $5,000 to fund innovative projects combating hunger and food insecurity across the state. The grants, totaling $423,685, are part of a mass action campaign launched by the Kansas Health
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Hutchinson Community College student earns academic recognition
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — A Hutchinson Community College student has been named to the institution’s Distinguished Dragons program for his academic achievements and campus leadership. Camre Haumont of Turon completed his studies in Universal Studies at the two-year college while maintaining a spot on the President’s Honor Roll throughout his tenure. The
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Sports
Kansas youth selected for U.S. Futsal Team
Ten-year-old Scott David Conklin of Hutchinson joins Wichita player on international squad competing in Argentina
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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
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Politics
Schmidt, Armed Services Committee Advance Transformational Defense Bill
WASHINGTON, DC: Congressman Derek Schmidt (KS-02) released the following statement after the House Armed Services Committee advanced H.R. 3838, the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). This year’s NDAA overhauls the Department of Defense’s acquisition process, allowing the American military to quickly and effectively adapt
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Tracey Mann news
Fellow Kansan, Thank you for subscribing to my newsletter. The U.S. House of Representatives is back in session for another week of votes, committee hearings, and floor activity. For more information on what I’m working on this week, be sure to follow me on social media. I do not
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Senate Appropriations Committee Passes Sen. Moran’s FY2026 Commerce, Justice, & Science Appropriations Bill
The committee advanced the legislation 19-10
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Sen. Marshall news
Sen. Marshall Hosts HHS Secretary Kennedy, USDA Secretary Rollins for First ‘MAHA’ Roundtable Washington – On Tuesday, U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas) hosted Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins, alongside farmers from across the country and agriculture experts, for
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Bipartisan Lawmakers, Advocates Condemn Shutdown of 988 LGBTQ+ Crisis Lifeline; Davids Helps Introduce Child Care for Working Families Act to Tackle Affordability Crisis
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, the 988 LGBTQ+ crisis support line is being shut down as previously ordered by the Trump Administration. In response, a bipartisan group of federal lawmakers and national mental health advocates spoke out against the harmful decision and called for its immediate reversal. Today’s event follows
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Estes Honors the Life of Intern Eric Tarpinian-Jachym on House Floor
U.S. Congressman Ron Estes (R-Kansas) delivered remarks on the House floor honoring the life of Eric Tarpinian-Jachym. Eric was an intern in Rep. Estes’ office for the summer. He was killed in Washington, D.C., on June 30, 2025, as an innocent bystander. A moment of silence was held
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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,
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Opinion
OPINION: Estes Op-ed Celebrates Historic Legislation to Restore Foundational Values and Support Families
U.S. Congressman Ron Estes (R-Kansas) published an op-ed in the Daily Wire on why the One Big, Beautiful Bill Act is the most pro-family, pro-life piece of legislation in American history. “The Big Beautiful Bill Act is unquestionably one of the most pivotal pieces of tax legislation to ever
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Insight: Driving for the future
Glenn Brunkow, Pottawatomie County farmer and rancher
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Area happenings...
Hutchinson Obituaries
Hutchinson Obituaries Schroeder, Ron L. Dove, Mary A. Friesen, Deloris E. Source: Legacy.com - Hutchinson, Kansas Obituaries
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Area police logs
Reno County Jail Log - July 15, 2025 12:04 AM - MICHELLE MOORE, white female, age 42, arrested for domestic violence battery. 10:55 AM - JOSHUA H. WATKINS, white male, age 49, arrested for driving while suspended. 2:50 PM - CHARLES LOGSDON JR., white male, age 26,
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Food Safety Inspection Results - Reno County, Kansas
July 2025
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Area events
📋 Hutchinson Events List July 18-20, 2025 • Hutchinson, Kansas Friday, July 18, 2025 MULTI-DAY 2025 Pretty Prairie Rodeo (Day 3 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
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US news
July 17 2025
Senate cuts public broadcasting; Trump attacks Fed; Coke with cane sugar; China blocks ports deal; UAE chip deal delayed
Greg Loving
July 16 2025
US economy; New 401k rules; MAGA revolt; Development v conservation; AI protein analysis
Greg Loving
🌾KS news
KS - July 15 2025
De Soto Factory Hiring; Kansas Water Crisis; Wichita Police on YouTube; Candidate Faces Charges; Chiefs-Only Stadium Tax
Greg Loving
KS - July 14 2025
Panasonic Plant Opens; World Cup Tickets; Train Service?; Multi-County Chase; Ukrainian Grain Terminal
Greg Loving
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