> ## 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-60/ - Published: 2025-10-06T13:00:33.000Z - Updated: 2026-07-04T02:33:41.000Z - Description: October 6, 2025 - Author: Rica Simpson - Tags: hutch, email *Hi everyone!* *We hope you all had a wonderful weekend! There are new changes in Hutchinson with some of the traffic signals so be mindful of congestion and delays and plan accordingly.* *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 Guffey, Joel Geist, Janice P. Anderson, Carol L. Gilbert, Lucinda Marie Source: Legacy.com - Hutchinson, Kansas Obituaries![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-2357.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/obit-candle-1-1.jpeg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-obituaries-57/) [Area police logsReno County Jail Log - October 3, 2025 9:21 PM - RATWAN C. NORWOOD, black male, age 34, unhoused - Possession of Methamphetamine with 1 prior conviction, Possession of Marijuana with 1 prior conviction, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia 11:42 AM - MATTHEW DROLLINGER, white male, age 32, 105![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-2358.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/Protect-and-Serve-1-38.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/area-police-logs-42/) [Hutchinson lands largest grant in state program to attract new residentsThe Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce has secured the largest share of a new state program designed to reverse population decline in Kansas communities. State Treasurer Steven Johnson announced Friday that the chamber will receive $225,000 through the Home in the Heartland program, topping the $1.5![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-2353.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/Reno-County-4.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-lands-largest-grant-in-state-program-to-attract-new-residents/) [Hutchinson City Council to address water infrastructure, housing incentive districtInformation courtesy of City of Hutchinson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-2338.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/City-of-Hutchinson-2-2.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-city-council-to-address-water-infrastructure-housing-incentive-district/) [Traffic signalization change at W Avenue A and S Adams StreetInformation courtesy of City of Hutchinson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-2328.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/City-of-Hutchinson-1-4.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/traffic-signalization-change-at-w-avenue-a-and-s-adams-street/) [Fatal Crash Claims Life of Hutchinson Teen on I-135Information obtained from Kansas Highway Patrol![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-2323.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/fatal-crash-1.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/fatal-crash-claims-life-of-hutchinson-teen-on-i-135/) [Hutchinson Fire Department receives grant for wildland firefighting equipmentHUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Fire Department has been awarded $4,999 through a 50/50 grant from the Kansas Forest Service to enhance its wildland firefighting capabilities. The grant funds were used to purchase essential equipment including communications gear, hand tools and safety equipment specifically designed for wildland fire operations,![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-2339.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/Hutch-fire-6.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-fire-department-receives-grant-for-wildland-firefighting-equipment/) [Hutchinson Art Center to host Empty Bowls fundraiser for Reno County food banksHUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Art Center will host its annual Empty Bowls fundraiser Thursday, October 16, from 5 to 7 p.m., raising money for local food banks in Reno County. The event offers participants a handcrafted ceramic bowl and a serving of chili for $15 per adult or $5![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-2337.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/hutch-art-1-1.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-art-center-to-host-empty-bowls-fundraiser-for-reno-county-food-banks/) --- ## Events [Hutchinson Recreation Department Offers Self-Defense Workshop for WomenHUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Recreation Department will host a self-defense workshop aimed at teaching women practical safety skills at Elmdale Park Gymnasium on Thursday, Oct. 9\. The “Fearless & Female: Self-Defense for Women” workshop runs from 5:30 to 7 p.m. and is open to all women and girls ages![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-2335.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/self-3.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-recreation-department-offers-self-defense-workshop-for-women/) [Street Art Talk, workshop set for Oct. 9 at Hutchinson LibraryHUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Public Library and Hutchinson Community College will host an evening exploring street art through a presentation and hands-on workshop at 6 p.m. Oct. 9 at the library, 901 N. Main St. Professor Kim Ivancovich will present on the history and origins of street art, examining![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-2333.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/street-1.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/street-art-talk-workshop-set-for-oct-9-at-hutchinson-library/) [Family Fishing Derby Returns to Dillon Nature CenterHUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Dillon Nature Center will host its annual Family Fishing Derby on October 11, from 9 to 11 a.m., offering free fishing, prizes and outdoor activities for families. The event, open to all ages, requires pre-registration but has no entry fee. Participants will fish at the nature![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-2336.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/fish-3.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/family-fishing-derby-returns-to-dillon-nature-center/) [YMCA hosts free Saturday night recreation for middle school students in HutchinsonHUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson YMCA will open its doors Saturday, October 11, for a free recreational event targeting middle school students across Reno County. The event, scheduled from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at 716 E. 13th Ave., offers sixth through eighth graders three hours of activities including![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-2334.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/ymca-2.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/ymca-hosts-free-saturday-night-recreation-for-middle-school-students-in-hutchinson/) --- ## Sports [Trinity Catholic routs Conway Springs 40-6 in dominant home victoryStory & Photos by Dale Grosbach![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-2332.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/20251003_0856_ACR17-1.JPG)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/trinity-catholic-routs-conway-springs-40-6-in-dominant-home-victory/) [Blue Dragons fall in 5 sets to No. 12 Barton despite injury-depleted rosterInformation obtained from HCC officials![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-2356.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/vol.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/blue-dragons-fall-in-5-sets-to-no-12-barton-despite-injury-depleted-roster/) [No. 1 Hutchinson holds Ellsworth to negative yards in 50-0 routInformation obtained from HCC officials![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-2355.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/ellsworth.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/no-1-hutchinson-holds-ellsworth-to-negative-yards-in-50-0-rout/) [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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