> ## 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-64/ - Published: 2025-10-15T12:58:04.000Z - Updated: 2026-07-04T02:33:51.000Z - Description: October 15, 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 ## News [7 takeaways from Hutchinson USD 308 school board meetingOctober 15 2025![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-2581.ico)citizen journalGreg Loving![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/Image-227-2.jpeg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/7-takeaways-from-hutchinson-usd-308-school-board-meeting/) [Hutchinson ObituariesHutchinson Obituaries Farthing, Wallace Eugene “Wally” Rinkel, Nellie May Stout, Floyd Monty (Lamont) Penner, Betty Ann McKee, Caroline H. Source: Legacy.com - Hutchinson, Kansas Obituaries![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-2577.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/obit-candle-5-1.jpeg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-obituaries-61/) [Area police logsReno County Jail Log - October 13, 2025 10:58 AM Madison Walker White female, age 21 Arrested for HPD FTA Warrant at 1130 W 19th Ave 9:24 PM Shyla A. Lowery White female, age 34 Arrested for Possession of Methamphetamine, Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Misdemeanor![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-2578.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/Protect-and-Serve-7-1.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/area-police-logs-46/) [Teen airlifted after Ellsworth County shootingELLSWORTH COUNTY, Kan. — Authorities are investigating a shooting that left a teenager with serious injuries last month in rural Kansas. Holden Slaight, 18, sustained a gunshot wound to his upper right leg Sept. 28 at a residence in the 1300 block of Avenue F, according to Ellsworth County Sheriff Kenny![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-2580.ico)citizen journalTeri Hansen![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/Screenshot-2025-10-14-4.51.55-PM-1.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/teen-airlifted-after-ellsworth-county-shooting/) [Breaking News: Garage fire in Hutchinson causes moderate damageHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Firefighters quickly contained a garage fire Monday morning in the 500 block of North Victory Road, officials said. The Hutchinson Fire Department responded at approximately 7:30 a.m. to the detached metal garage, which measured about 25 feet by 25 feet, according to a news release from![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-2558.ico)citizen journalTeri Hansen![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/1-14-2.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/breaking-news-garage-fire-in-hutchinson-causes-moderate-damage/) [Reno County Health Department to hold monthly immunization clinicHUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Reno County Health Department will hold its monthly immunization clinic Oct. 28 at two locations across the county. The clinic will run from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at the Amish Community Building, 5917 W. Mills Ave. in Hutchinson, and from 11 a.m. to 12:![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-2574.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/Reno-County-3-2.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/reno-county-health-department-to-hold-monthly-immunization-clinic/) [Hutchinson Community College to Present ‘Autumn Awakened’ ConcertInformation obtained from HCC officials![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-2576.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/HCC-3-2.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-community-college-to-present-autumn-awakened-concert/) [Royals broadcaster Goldberg to speak at Hutchinson Community CollegeInformation obtained from HCC officials![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-2575.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/joel.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/royals-broadcaster-goldberg-to-speak-at-hutchinson-community-college/) [Pop-up to support small businessIt’s that time — the time of football, bonfires and raking leaves. Midwesterners’ cars are covered in hoodies that are worn in the morning and thrown in the backseat by noon. The holiday season is sneaking up and folks will be searching for those perfect gifts. While many will hit the![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-2559.ico)citizen journalTeri Hansen![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/2-9.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/pop-up-to-support-small-business/) --- ## Events [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-2563.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/hutch-art-1-5.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-art-center-to-host-empty-bowls-fundraiser-for-reno-county-food-banks/) [WSU Small Business Development Center returns to Hutchinson Public Library in OctoberHUTCHINSON, 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![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-2561.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/brandy-2.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/wsu-small-business-development-center-returns-to-hutchinson-public-library-in-october/) [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-2562.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/hutch-art-2-3.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-art-center-to-feature-late-ceramicist-carolyn-dillon-in-autumn-auction/) [SW Bricktown Fiesta to celebrate Hispanic heritage with music, food and boxingThe 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![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-2560.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/hispanic-2.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/sw-bricktown-fiesta-to-celebrate-hispanic-heritage-with-music-food-and-boxing/) --- ## Sports [Hutchinson women’s soccer edges Dodge City 1-0, extends unbeaten streak to fiveInformation obtained from HCC officials![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-2579.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/HCC-4-2.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-womens-soccer-edges-dodge-city-1-0-extends-unbeaten-streak-to-five/) [Crusaders rout Wildcats 63-6 on homecomingStory & photos by Dale Grosbach![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-2573.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/20251010_1132_ACR17-1.JPG)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/crusaders-rout-wildcats-63-6-on-homecoming/) [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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