Hutchinson Brief

September 26, 2025

Hutchinson Brief

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Have a safe and fun-filled weekend! Homecoming for Hutchinson High School is this weekend so be prepared for extra traffic and plan accordingly!

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News

Hutchinson Obituaries
Hutchinson Obituaries Farris, Anton “Tony” Edward West, Rebecca J. Yearout, Kenneth Patrick “Kenny” Ferguson, Delmar Humphrey, Linda L. Source: Legacy.com - Hutchinson, Kansas Obituaries
Area police logs
Reno County Daily Jail Log September 23, 2025 7:39 PM - BRITTANY BIEHLER, white female, age 33, arrested for failure to appear on original charge of no driver’s license in possession. 2:50 PM - RALPH CROSSNO, white male, age 20, cited for inattentive driving. Total arrests: 3 Reno
ICE conducts immigration enforcement operations in Hutchinson, Kansas
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents conducted operations in Hutchinson on Thursday, resulting in at least two detentions, according to local advocacy organizations. Hutch In Harmony, a grassroots social justice organization based on East Sherman Street, reported confirmed ICE presence at Superior Boiler in the south-central Kansas city. The
4-Vehicle crash leaves 1 critical, 3 with minor injuries in Reno County
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — One person was critically injured and three others sustained minor injuries in a four-vehicle crash Thursday morning in rural Reno County, authorities said. The Reno County Sheriff’s Office responded to the crash at approximately 6:40 a.m. at the intersection of Yoder Road and Trail West Road,
Hutchinson Community Foundation awards $600,000 in housing initiative grants
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Community Foundation has announced a three-year, $1.53 million housing initiative aimed at promoting development within existing neighborhoods through small-scale, local projects. The initiative prioritizes development that builds within established neighborhoods, small-scale incremental development driven by local developers, and balanced neighborhood evolution, according to a foundation
Kansas Farm Bureau Legal Foundation wards $33,000 in Rural Law Practice Grants to two attorneys
Information obtained from Kansas Farm Bureau
Hutchinson schools dismiss early Friday for homecoming parade
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Public Schools will dismiss students one hour early Friday for homecoming festivities, with transportation changes affecting multiple schools across the district. All USD 308 schools will release students early Friday, Sept. 26, according to a district announcement. Durham Elementary, Boys & Girls Club, Trinity and Hadley bus routes
Free Health Services Event Planned for Hutchinson Community
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — A free community health event offering medical screenings and services will be held Saturday in Hutchinson, organizers announced. Grace Health Day is scheduled from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Grace Bible Church, located at 1221 E. 33rd Ave. The event will operate on a first-come,

Events

Hutchinson Police Department to Host Community Soccer Match for All Ages
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Police Department will host its annual community soccer match Saturday, Sept. 27, from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Salthawk Sports Complex. The event, open to both children and adults, will take place at 718 E. 23rd Ave. and encourages participants to bring shin guards
Local Dental Office Offers Free Care During Community Outreach Event
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Grant D. Ringler, DDS, and his dental practice will provide free dental services to community members during “Grace Dental Day” on Saturday, Sept. 27, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event, held at 3008 Garden Grove Pkwy., will offer patients their choice of three services
Community Foundation to Honor Local Changemakers at UPLIFT 2025
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Community Foundation will celebrate Reno County’s community leaders and award grants to local initiatives at its annual UPLIFT 2025 event on Oct. 2. The inspirational evening will take place at the Farmers Market Pavilion at Second Avenue and Washington Street, highlighting the work of local changemakers

Sports

Hutchinson Cross Country Duo Sweeps National Weekly Honors for Third Consecutive Day
Information obtained from HCC officials
Blue Dragons Battle Valiantly in Thrilling Five-Set Showdown Against Seward County
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Opinion

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