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October 13, 2025
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Hutchinson Obituaries
Hutchinson Obituaries Decker, Joan Gerber, Celeste Hageman, Rebecca Woerz, David Source: Legacy.com - Hutchinson, Kansas Obituaries
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Area police logs
Reno County Jail Log - October 10, 2025 8:30 a.m.
Amanda R. Vega, Hispanic female age 38, 804 E. 7th Ave
Arrested for possession of THC, possession of drug paraphernalia, and driving while suspended. 11:38 p.m.
Xander Purdy, white male age 22, homeless
Arrested for possession
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Fire crews extinguish cooking fire at Hutchinson apartment complex
Information obtained from Hutchinson Fire Department
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BrightHouse Kansas opens Jean’s House for abuse victims in Reno County
Information obtained from United Way of Reno County
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Community Foundation awards $179K in grants to 16 nonprofits
Information obtained from Hutchinson Community Foundation
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From pageant queen to coffee shop founder: Meet Youth of the Year finalists
Information obtained from Boys & Girls Clubs of Hutchinson
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United Way offers free mental health support to Reno County residents
Information obtained from United Way of Reno County
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Reno County employees join 300 volunteers for United Way Community Work Day
Reno County employees, families and friends participated in the United Way of Reno County’s Community Work Day on Saturday, Oct. 11, painting a home at the corner of 20th and Adams Street. The county’s volunteer team was among more than 300 community members who worked on over 20 projects
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Events
Hutchinson Art Center to host Empty Bowls fundraiser for Reno County food banks
HUTCHINSON, 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
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WSU Small Business Development Center returns to Hutchinson Public Library in October
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Wichita State University Small Business Development Center is bringing its popular free mentoring sessions back to Hutchinson, offering local entrepreneurs another chance to receive expert business guidance. Brandy Willett from WSU SBDC will return to Hutchinson Public Library on October 17 to deliver personalized one-on-one consultations designed
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Hutchinson Art Center to feature late ceramicist Carolyn Dillon in autumn auction
HUTCHINSON, 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
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SW Bricktown Fiesta to celebrate Hispanic heritage with music, food and boxing
The SW Bricktown neighborhood will host its annual fiesta celebrating Hispanic heritage Saturday, Oct. 18, from 5 to 11 p.m. at SW Bricktown Park, 301 W. First Ave. The free community event will feature live music from Zecreto Norteño and 620 in the Mix, along with food from
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Sports
Rono breaks school record, finishes second at FHSU Tiger Open
Information obtained from HCC officials
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No. 1 Hutchinson routs Dodge City 44-3 in conference opener
Information obtained from HCC officials
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