> ## 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-53/ - Published: 2025-09-19T13:00:25.000Z - Updated: 2026-07-04T02:33:43.000Z - Description: September 19, 2025 - Author: Rica Simpson - Tags: hutch, email *Hi everyone!* We hope you have a fun-filled and safe weekend! Please be sure to follow the directives for the water advisory and boil your water or use bottled water until further notice! *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!* *\-Rica Simpson, rica@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)[Hutchinson ObituariesHutchinson Obituaries Kretzer-Kowitz, Brenda Bauer, Mary Eileen “Mooney” Schrock, Paulene M. Kopfman, Ann C. Source: Legacy.com - Hutchinson, Kansas Obituaries![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1969.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/obit-candle-6.jpeg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-obituaries-51/) [Area police logsReno County Jail Log - Tuesday, September 17, 2025 11:15 AM JACKSON J. ORENDER white male, age 21, was arrested for FTA original charge harassment by telephone and FTA original charge harassment by telephone 4:28 PM PRESTON MCDANIEL white male, age 30, was booked into jail for FTA![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1977.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/Protect-and-Serve-5.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/area-police-logs-36/) [Boil Water Advisory Issued for City of Hutchinson, Reno Co.HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The City of Hutchinson has issued a boil water advisory for customers in the High Pressure Zone effective Tuesday following a water line break that caused a brief loss of pressure in the system. The advisory affects residents in the Spyglass, Quail Ridge, Panorama, Lakeview, Hillcrest, Woodlands and![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1934.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/Breaking-News-2.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/boil-water-advisory-issued-for-city-of-hutchinson-reno-co/) [Hutchinson Celebrates Outstanding Emergency Dispatcher as First Responder of the MonthHUTCHINSON, Kan. — The City of Hutchinson is proud to honor Emergency Communications Dispatcher Melissa Sanchez as First Responder of the Month, recognizing her exceptional service to the community. Sanchez earned the prestigious recognition after her coworker Mackenzie submitted a heartfelt nomination letter highlighting Melissa’s outstanding professionalism, unwavering compassion and tireless![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1963.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/City-of-Hutchinson-2-1.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-celebrates-outstanding-emergency-dispatcher-as-first-responder-of-the-month/) [Hutchinson Fire Department Extinguishes House Fire, Rescues Multiple PetsHUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Fire Department quickly extinguished a structure fire Tuesday evening in the 1300 block of East 7th Avenue, rescuing several pets from the single-story residence. Firefighters responded to the call at approximately 4 p.m. after receiving reports of a structure fire with light smoke visible from![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1962.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/Hutch-fire-2-1.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-fire-department-extinguishes-house-fire-rescues-multiple-pets/) [Reno County Health Department Offers Monthly Immunization ClinicsHUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Reno County Health Department will hold monthly immunization clinics at two locations to provide vaccination services to area residents. The clinics are scheduled for the fourth Tuesday of each month at the Amish Community Building, 5917 W. Mills Ave., from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1964.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/Reno-County-5.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/reno-county-health-department-offers-monthly-immunization-clinics/) [United Way Partners with High School Students to Combat Food Insecurity in Reno CountyHUTCHINSON, Kan. — A collaboration between the United Way of Reno County and high school freshmen has resulted in thousands of meals being distributed to local families in need. Eight hundred freshmen from USD 310 Fairfield gathered in Langdon for the FFA Greenhand Conference, where they worked together to secure grants![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1965.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/united-way.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/united-way-partners-with-high-school-students-to-combat-food-insecurity-in-reno-county/) [Zoo Keeper’s Photography of Roadrunner Wins First Place at Kansas State FairHUTCHINSON, Kan. — A Hutchinson Zoo bird keeper has captured first place in the photography contest at the Kansas State Fair with her stunning portrait of Raspberry, the zoo’s beloved roadrunner. Molly Foster, who works as a bird keeper at the Hutchinson Zoo, entered her photograph in the newly created Kansas![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1961.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/zoo-1-1.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/zoo-keepers-photography-of-roadrunner-wins-first-place-at-kansas-state-fair/) [Hutchinson YMCA Relaunches Free Water Safety Program for Second GradersHUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson YMCA has announced the return of its free SPLASH program, designed to teach essential water safety and swimming skills to second-grade students throughout Hutchinson and Reno County. The program aims to address drowning, which remains the leading cause of accidental death among children, by providing critical![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1966.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/ymca.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-ymca-relaunches-free-water-safety-program-for-second-graders/) --- ## Events [Hutchinson Entrepreneurs Set to Receive Expert Business MentorshipHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Local business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs are preparing for a valuable opportunity as the Wichita State University Small Business Development Center brings free, personalized mentoring sessions to Hutchinson. Brandy Willett from WSU SBDC is ready to deliver one-on-one consultations that promise to provide expert, actionable advice tailored to![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1931.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/bran-3.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-entrepreneurs-set-to-receive-expert-business-mentorship/) [Hutchinson Zoo Hosts Adults-Only ‘Final Sips of Summer’ Event Sept. 20HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Zoo will transform into an adults-only playground Sept. 20 for “Prairie Nights Happy Hour: Final Sips of Summer,” an evening event combining animal encounters with summer camp nostalgia. The 21-and-over event runs from 6-9 p.m. at the zoo, located at 6 Emerson Loop East in![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1734.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/zoo-pic-4.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-zoo-hosts-adults-only-final-sips-of-summer-event-sept-20/) [Local Search and Rescue Group Hosts Fundraiser to Support MissionHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Seek1 Search & Rescue will host a meet-and-greet fundraiser Sept. 20 at Pleasantview Activity Center to support their volunteer search and rescue operations. The donation-based event will feature a meal starting at 5 p.m. and free entertainment beginning at 6 p.m. at the center located at 5015![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1732.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/seek1-2.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/local-search-and-rescue-group-hosts-fundraiser-to-support-mission/) [Family Community Theatre Presents Free Children’s ProductionHUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Family Community Theatre’s Children’s Academy will present “Wizard of Oz in Thirty Minutes” in two free performances next weekend. The abbreviated version of the classic tale will be performed at the Dillion Nature Center Playscape on Saturday, Sept. 20, at 4 p.m. and Sunday, Sept. 21,![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1932.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/wiz-2.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/family-community-theatre-presents-free-childrens-production/) --- ## Sports [Freshman Vazquez Shines in Debut Start as Hutchinson Extends Winning Streak to 19Information obtained from HCC officials![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1967.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/HCC-2-2.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/freshman-vazquez-shines-in-debut-start-as-hutchinson-extends-winning-streak-to-19/) [McPherson Varsity Tennis Dominates Tournament FieldBullpups sweep team title with near-perfect individual performances across all divisions![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1933.ico)citizen journalTreg Fawl![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/IMG_2411-1.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/mcpherson-varsity-tennis-dominates-tournament-field/) [Hutchinson Women’s Cross Country Climbs to No. 10 in National RankingsInformation obtained from HCC officials![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1968.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/HCC-3-1.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-womens-cross-country-climbs-to-no-10-in-national-rankings/) [Celtics fall to Sterling in volleyball doubleheaderBy Dale Grosbach![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1930.ico)citizen journalTeri Hansen![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/20250916_0229_ACR17.JPG)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/celtics-fall-to-sterling-in-volleyball-doubleheader/) [High School Sports NetworkHelp citizen journal build a kansas high school sports scores network![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1731.ico)citizen journalGreg Loving![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/ks-mascots-5.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/high-school-sports-network/) --- ## Politics Read more about how your elected officials are representing you in the Topeka citizen journal. 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