> ## 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-41/ - Published: 2025-08-17T14:00:28.000Z - Updated: 2026-07-04T02:33:33.000Z - Description: August 18, 2025 - Author: Teri Hansen - Tags: hutch, email *Hi everyone!* *Have a great and safe weekend!* *We are changing up some of our format. If you are interested in what our state legislature is up to, just click on the TOPEKA button under our politics section. We will still keep you up to date on more local lawmakers in the NEWS section.* *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@citizenjournal.us* --- ## Today's newsletter sponsor [ ![Alt text](https://rosebud-ads.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/maccollege.png) News](https://www.mcpherson.edu/?utm%5Fsource=ks&utm%5Fmedium=newsletter&utm%5Fcampaign=issue062925&utm%5Fcontent=pos3)[Fire Department Rescues Three Pets from Hutchinson House FireHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Three pets were rescued from a house fire Friday evening in Hutchinson, with no human injuries reported, according to the Hutchinson Fire Department. The fire department responded to a structure fire call at approximately 4:40 p.m. Friday on High Drive. The first arriving unit found a![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1354.ico)citizen journalTeri Hansen![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/Hutch-fire-4.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/fire-department-rescues-three-pets-from-hutchinson-house-fire/) [Buhler Schedules Public Hearing on 2026 City BudgetBUHLER, Kan. — The Buhler City Council will hold a public budget hearing Aug. 26 to review the proposed 2026 municipal budget and hear resident input on spending plans and property tax rates. The hearing is scheduled for 6:45 p.m. at the Buhler City Building, 219 N. Main St.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1350.ico)citizen journalTeri Hansen![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/1-21-1.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/buhler-schedules-public-hearing-on-2026-city-budget/) [BNSF to Begin Four-Week Railroad Crossing Repairs in HutchinsonHUTCHINSON, Kan. — BNSF Railway crews will begin repairs on three railroad crossings in Hutchinson on Sunday, with work expected to last approximately four weeks. The railroad crossings scheduled for repair are North Pershing Street between First and Second avenues, North Severance Street at First Avenue, and North Lorraine Street between![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1349.ico)citizen journalTeri Hansen![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/Caution-1-1.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/bnsf-to-begin-four-week-railroad-crossing-repairs-in-hutchinson/) [Hutchinson man creates day honoring antique tractorsBy Greg Doering, Kansas Farm Bureau![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1348.ico)citizen journalTeri Hansen![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/4-9-2.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-man-creates-day-honoring-antique-tractors/) [Hutchinson Clinic to Return to Blue Cross Blue Shield Network Sept. 1HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Clinic will return to the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas network Sept. 1 after reaching a new agreement with the insurer, ending an eight-month period during which patients faced higher out-of-pocket costs. The physician-owned practice and BCBSKS announced the agreement in a joint statement Thursday,![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1347.ico)citizen journalTeri Hansen![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/Screenshot-2025-08-16-105131-1.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-clinic-to-return-to-blue-cross-blue-shield-network-sept-1/) [Hutchinson Zoo Welcomes Two Male Skunks, Launches Public Naming ContestHUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Zoo is asking the public to help name two new residents after welcoming a pair of male skunks from Cheyenne Mountain Zoo in Colorado. The skunks will join the zoo’s animal ambassador team, which helps educate visitors about wildlife, zoo officials announced on social media Thursday.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1345.ico)citizen journalTeri Hansen![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/3-9-1.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-zoo-welcomes-two-male-skunks-launches-public-naming-contest/) [Area police logsReno County Daily Jail Log August 17, 2025 2:00 AM - Jayden P. Curiel, white female age 23, arrested for DUI first conviction at 2800 N Main St. Compiled from Reno County Sheriff’s Office records Reno County Daily Jail Log August 16, 2025 3:38 PM - Zachary Tucker,![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1357.ico)citizen journalTeri Hansen![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/Protect-and-Serve-1-30.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/area-police-logs-25/) [Hutchinson Community Foundation Grant Applications Due ThursdayHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Local nonprofits have until Thursday to submit applications for the Hutchinson Community Foundation’s Impact Cycle 2 grants, which provide funding for projects aimed at improving conditions across Reno County. The foundation’s Fund for Reno County grant program offers two annual funding cycles targeting specific areas of community impact.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1343.ico)citizen journalTeri Hansen![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/Hutch-communtiy-foundation-1.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-community-foundation-grant-applications-due-thursday/) [HutchCC Partners With John Deere Dealers to Launch Agriculture Technician ProgramHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Community College will launch a new Agriculture Service Technician program this fall through a partnership with PrairieLand Partners and AgriVision Equipment Group, offering students the opportunity to become certified John Deere technicians. The program, which begins with its first cohort in fall 2025, makes HutchCC a John![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1342.ico)citizen journalTeri Hansen![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/1-20-2.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchcc-partners-with-john-deere-dealers-to-launch-agriculture-technician-program/) [Kansas Police Agencies Launch Labor Day DUI CrackdownHUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Police Department will join law enforcement agencies across Kansas in a coordinated effort to crack down on impaired drivers during the Labor Day holiday weekend. The “You Drink, You Drive, You Lose” campaign begins Friday, Aug. 16, and runs through Labor Day, Sept. 1, targeting drivers![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1344.ico)citizen journalTeri Hansen![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/2-11-3.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/kansas-police-agencies-launch-labor-day-dui-crackdown/) [Hutchinson ObituariesHutchinson Obituaries Heim, Jess Source: Legacy.com - Hutchinson, Kansas Obituaries![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1356.ico)citizen journalTeri Hansen![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/DALL-E-2024-11-27-16.14.18---A-single-lit-memorial-candle-in-a-serene-and-reflective-setting.-The-candle-is-tall--white--and-placed-on-a-simple--elegant-holder.-The-background-is-85.jpeg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-obituaries-38/) --- ## Events [Jackie Myers Trio to Headline August Third Thursday in Downtown HutchinsonHUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Jackie Myers Trio will bring Kansas City jazz to downtown Hutchinson during the August Third Thursday event Wednesday at Sage River Coffee. The free performance will run from 6 to 8 p.m. at Sage River Market, located at 2 S. Main St. The event is part![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1320.ico)citizen journalTeri Hansen![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/5-6-2.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/jackie-myers-trio-to-headline-august-third-thursday-in-downtown-hutchinson/) [Hutchinson Public Library Announces Baby Time Program and Author EventHUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Public Library will offer expanded programming for families and book lovers this month, including additional baby time sessions and a virtual author event. The library will host seven extra baby time opportunities before regular storytime programs begin in September. Sessions will run Monday through Tuesday, Aug.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1317.ico)citizen journalTeri Hansen![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/4-8.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-public-library-announces-baby-time-program-and-author-event/) [Christian comedian Tim Hawkins to perform at Fox TheatreHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Popular Christian comedian and musician Tim Hawkins will bring his family-friendly comedy show to the Fox Theatre, with tickets going on sale Wednesday at 11 a.m. Hawkins, known for viral comedy songs including “Yoga Pants” and “A Homeschool Family,” has built a following through his observational humor![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1149.ico)citizen journalTeri Hansen![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/3.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/christian-comedian-tim-hawkins-to-perform-at-fox-theatre/) [Reno County Farm Tours, Farm-to-Table Dinner Set for August WeekendHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Reno County K-State Research and Extension will host a weekend of farm tours followed by a farm-to-table dinner Aug. 22-24, featuring five local agricultural operations. The event, presented in partnership with Sandhills Brewing, will take participants on tours of Reno County farms where they can meet producers, learn![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1066.ico)citizen journalTeri Hansen![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/11-1.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/reno-county-farm-tours-farm-to-table-dinner-set-for-august-weekend/) ## Sports [Hutchinson Hospital to host Veterans Golf Classic Sept. 26HUTCHINSON, 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. 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