> ## 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-61/ - Published: 2025-10-08T13:00:41.000Z - Updated: 2026-07-04T02:33:41.000Z - Description: October 8, 2025 - Author: Rica Simpson - Tags: hutch, email *Hi everyone!* *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 local news summaryWeek of October 10 2025![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-2413.ico)citizen journalGreg Loving![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/Image-440-1.jpeg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-local-news-summary-4/) [Hutchinson ObituariesHutchinson Obituaries Hull, Dorothy Barrow Hoffman, Jewell Neufeld, Alice M. Source: Legacy.com - Hutchinson, Kansas Obituaries![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-2409.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/obit-candle-2-1.jpeg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-obituaries-58/) [Area police logsReno County Jail Log - October 6, 2025 1:17 AM — RENE PARRA, Hispanic male age 29, was arrested for domestic violence criminal damage, possession of methamphetamine, and possession of drug paraphernalia. 10:30 AM — LEE W. DEAN, white male age 36, Hutchinson, was arrested for domestic battery. 4:15![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-2408.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/Protect-and-Serve-2-2.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/area-police-logs-43/) [2 killed, infant injured in Reno County highway crashInformation obtained from Reno County Sheriff’s Office![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-2401.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/fatal-crash-1-2.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/2-killed-infant-injured-in-reno-county-highway-crash/) [Flood mitigation work beginsInformation obtained from City of Hutchinson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-2402.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/City-of-Hutchinson-4.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/flood-mitigation-work-begins/) [New Turon fire station nears completion, awaits final concrete workInformation obtained from Reno County Fire Administrator![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-2385.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/Reno-County-1-3.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/new-turon-fire-station-nears-completion-awaits-final-concrete-work/) [Kansas Legal Services to host bi-state virtual expungement clinicInformation obtained from Kansas Legal Services Inc.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-2383.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/kls.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/kansas-legal-services-to-host-bi-state-virtual-expungement-clinic/) [Hutchinson Community Foundation receives NAACP president’s awardInformation obtained from Hutchinson Community Foundation![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-2382.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/hcf-1.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-community-foundation-receives-naacp-presidents-award/) [Hutchinson Art Center to feature late ceramicist Carolyn Dillon in autumn auctionHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Work by late Hutchinson ceramicist Carolyn Dillon will be featured in the Hutchinson Art Center’s 2025 Autumn Consignment Art Auction. The auction takes place Saturday, October 18, with doors opening at 9 a.m. and bidding starting at 11 a.m. Admission is free and open to the![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-2381.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/hutch-art-2.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-art-center-to-feature-late-ceramicist-carolyn-dillon-in-autumn-auction/) [Boys & Girls Clubs of Hutchinson to debut ninja warrior course at ribbon cuttingInformation obtained from Boys & Girls Club of Hutchinson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-2380.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/boysngirls.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/boys-girls-clubs-of-hutchinson-to-debut-ninja-warrior-course-at-ribbon-cutting/) --- ## 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-2406.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/self-4.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-2404.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/street-2.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-2407.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/fish-4.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-2405.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/ymca-3.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/ymca-hosts-free-saturday-night-recreation-for-middle-school-students-in-hutchinson/) [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-2403.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/hutch-art-1-2.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-art-center-to-host-empty-bowls-fundraiser-for-reno-county-food-banks/) --- ## Sports [Hutchinson remains No. 1 in NJCAA football rankings for ninth straight weekInformation obtained from HCC officials![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-2411.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/hutch.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-remains-no-1-in-njcaa-football-rankings-for-ninth-straight-week/) [Northgraves shoots 71 to lead Hutchinson in final round at Shocker InvitationalInformation obtained from HCC officials![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-2410.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/HCC-1-3.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/northgraves-shoots-71-to-lead-hutchinson-in-final-round-at-shocker-invitational/) [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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