> ## 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-74/ - Published: 2025-11-07T14:00:48.000Z - Updated: 2026-07-04T02:33:56.000Z - Description: November 7, 2025 - Author: Rica Simpson - Tags: email, hutch *Hi everyone!* *Have a safe and fun-filled weekend!* *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* --- ## Todays newsletter sponsor ## News [Area police logsReno County Jail Log - November 5, 2025 9:15 PM – BLAINE T. DOWELL, white male, age 38, 612 E 2nd. Arrested at 3rd/Plum for possession of methamphetamine with one prior conviction, possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia, and Reno County Sheriff’s Office warrant. 3:20 PM – JOSEPH![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-3143.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/Protect-and-Serve-2-3.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/area-police-logs-56/) [Hutchinson obituariesHutchinson Obituaries Graber, Clark Piatt, Janice “Jan” Brewer, Floyd Ford, Ryan Shuler, Max Source: Legacy.com - Hutchinson, Kansas Obituaries![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-3142.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/obit-candle-2-2.jpeg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-obituaries-70/) [Hutchinson to light 30-foot Christmas tree at Third ThursdayInformation provided by Third Thursday Facebook![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-3134.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/3rd.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-to-light-30-foot-christmas-tree-at-third-thursday/) [Three decades of giving: Hutchinson area aims to collect 35,000 shoeboxes for children worldwideStory & photos by Dawnita Miller, Samaritan’s Purse/Operation Christmas Child![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-3129.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/sam-purse.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/three-decades-of-giving-hutchinson-area-aims-to-collect-35-000-shoeboxes-for-children-worldwide/) [Hutchinson firefighters extinguish garage blazeInformation obtained from Hutchinson Fire Department![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-3120.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/Hutch-fire-7.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-firefighters-extinguish-garage-blaze/) [Child care professionals invited to free brain development class in WichitaInformation obtained from Reno County![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-3132.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/bra.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/child-care-professionals-invited-to-free-brain-development-class-in-wichita/) --- ## Events [Faith United Methodist Church to host country fair Nov. 7HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Faith United Methodist Church will host a Country Fair from 3-7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 7, at its location at 820 E. 30th Ave. The four-hour community celebration will feature homemade baked goods, handcrafted items and a kitchen serving homemade chili, chicken noodles and cinnamon rolls. Attendees can![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-3133.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/fair.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/faith-united-methodist-church-to-host-country-fair-nov-7/) [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-3127.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/dil-4.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-3124.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/ga-2.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-3126.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/craft-2.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-public-library-to-host-fall-crafternoon-event/) ## Sports [Hutchinson rallies from 2-0 deficit to eliminate Butler in Region 6 openerInformation obtained from HCC officials![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-3141.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/HCC-2-4.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-rallies-from-2-0-deficit-to-eliminate-butler-in-region-6-opener/) [Van Fleet’s goal lifts no. 19 Hutchinson past Butler, into Region 6 finalInformation obtained from HCC officials![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-3140.ico)citizen journalRica Simpson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/win.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/van-fleets-goal-lifts-no-19-hutchinson-past-butler-into-region-6-final/) --- ## Election info [Provisional ballots rarely swing elections but serve as critical safeguard for votersProvisional ballots, the backup voting method used when questions arise about a voter’s eligibility, typically don’t alter election outcomes but remain an essential protection against disenfranchisement, election officials say. 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