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# Hutchinson Brief
- URL: https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-brief-73/
- Published: 2025-11-05T14:10:36.000Z
- Updated: 2026-07-04T02:33:55.000Z
- Description: November 5, 2025
- Author: Rica Simpson
- Tags: email, hutch

*Hi everyone!*

*The votes are in! Find the unofficial election results for your city officials and school board members below.*

*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*

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## News

[Truan, Goss win Hutchinson City Council races, school bond fails in landslideThese are unofficial Reno County election results![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-3092.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/I-voted-1-4.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/truan-goss-lead-hutchinson-city-council-races-in-reno-county-election/)

[Hutchinson local news summaryWeek of November 5 2025![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-3095.ico)citizen journalGreg Loving![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/Image-492-1.jpeg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-local-news-summary-7/)

[UPDATE: Train derailment closes 17th Avenue crossing, restricts K-61 trafficInformation obtained from City of Hutchinson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-3076.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/City-of-Hutchinson-1-5.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/update-train-derailment-closes-17th-avenue-crossing-restricts-k-61-traffic/)

[Hutchinson obituariesHutchinson Obituaries Titus, Mary Al Mackenzie, Richard Source: Legacy.com - Hutchinson, Kansas Obituaries![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-3081.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/obit-candle-1-2.jpeg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-obituaries-69/)

[Area police logsReno County Jail Log - November 2, 2025 9:06 PM — ALEXANDER JAMES, white male, age 16, and DAVEN WILKERSON, white male, age 16, were arrested at 219 W 2nd Ave for Aggravated Battery and Conspiracy. 1:39 PM — JEFFREY DOMINGOS, white male, age 44, of 1418 N Main St,![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-3082.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/Protect-and-Serve-1-39.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/area-police-logs-55/)

[43rd Avenue in Hutchinson to close for pipe replacementInformation obtained from Reno County![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-3084.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/Reno-County-1-4.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/43rd-avenue-in-hutchinson-to-close-for-pipe-replacement/)

[Local drop-off locations opening for Operation Christmas ChildInformation obtained from Dawnita Miller, Samaritan’s Purse/Operation Christmas Child![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-3080.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/op-xmas.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/local-drop-off-locations-opening-for-operation-christmas-child/)

[Buhler Mennonite Church seeks volunteers to package 50,000 mealsHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Buhler Mennonite Church is recruiting volunteers to package 50,000 meals for local families struggling with food insecurity during a community service event Dec. 6 at Sand Hills Event Center, 4601 N. Plum St., Hutchinson. The church needs volunteers ages 7 to 147 for two shifts at the![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-3085.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/comm.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/buhler-mennonite-church-seeks-volunteers-to-package-50-000-meals/)

[Dillon Nature Center to host groundwater education eventThe Dillon Nature Center will host an educational program on groundwater management Thursday, Nov. 20, from 6-7:30 p.m. at the center’s Taylors’ Shady Lane Cabin. Orrin Feril, manager of Big Bend Groundwater Management District #5, will lead the discussion on the role groundwater plays in ecosystems, agriculture![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-3083.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/dillon.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/dillon-nature-center-to-host-groundwater-education-event/)

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## Events

[Trail dedication honors Hutchinson cycling advocate Bob HelfrichHUTCHINSON, Kan. — A memorial trail honoring local cycling advocate Bob Helfrich will be dedicated the evening of Friday, Nov. 7, in north Hutchinson, marking a tribute to a figure who championed biking infrastructure in the central Kansas community. The Bad Bobby Memorial Trail dedication is scheduled for 5:30 p.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-3069.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/bb-1-1.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/trail-dedication-honors-hutchinson-cycling-advocate-bob-helfrich/)

[Nature Center offers nighttime hike to spot owls, bats, nocturnal wildlifeHUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Dillon Nature Center will host a Fall Family Hike focused on nocturnal animals from 6 to 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 10\. The after-dark event will give families the opportunity to search for owls, bats, spiders and other creatures that emerge at night. The program is designed![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-3072.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/dil-3.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/nature-center-offers-nighttime-hike-to-spot-owls-bats-nocturnal-wildlife/)

[Hutchinson Public Library to host second Board Game Night for adultsHUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Public Library will host its second board game night for adults on Nov. 13 following a successful first event last week. The beginner-friendly event will begin at 6 p.m. and feature a variety of tabletop games and snacks. Organizers encourage attendees to bring their favorite![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-3068.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/ga-1.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-public-library-to-host-second-board-game-night-for-adults/)

[Hutchinson Public Library to host fall Crafternoon eventInformation obtained from Hutchinson Public Library![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-3071.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/craft-1.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-public-library-to-host-fall-crafternoon-event/)

[Hutchinson groups launch community meal-sharing initiativeInformation obtained from Wisdom in Motion![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-3070.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/wm-3.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-groups-launch-community-meal-sharing-initiative/)

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## Sports

[Tamaki’s overtime goal lifts No. 19 Hutchinson past Dodge City 1-0 in Region 6 openerInformation obtained from HCC officials![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-3087.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/HCC-1-4.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/tamakis-overtime-goal-lifts-no-19-hutchinson-past-dodge-city-1-0-in-region-6-opener/)

[Top-ranked Hutchinson rolls past No. 9 Butler 27-12 for 12th straight winInformation obtained from HCC officials![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-3086.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/hcc-f.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/top-ranked-hutchinson-rolls-past-no-9-butler-27-12-for-12th-straight-win/)

[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-3067.ico)citizen journalGreg Loving![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/ks-mascots-9.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/high-school-sports-network/)

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## Election info

[Election Day coverageVoting ends at 7 p.m. on Nov. 4, 2025\. Below is the list of offices and candidates for Reno County. Information about election results will be updated in real time throughout the night.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-3089.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/elect-1.jpeg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/election-day-coverage/)

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## Opinion

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