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November 21, 2025
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Hutchinson obituaries
Hutchinson Obituaries Padilla, Guadalupe Metzler, Lott Huber, Lois Janzen, Marjorie Source: Legacy.com - Hutchinson, Kansas Obituaries
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Area police logs
Thursday, November 20, 2025 11:31 AM
AARON C. GLOVER
white male, age 25
1.) Theft; Property or services $1,500 to $24,999. Wednesday, November 19, 2025 7:17 AM
JOSHUA DUQUE
white male, age 31
a Failure to Appear on original charge of DWS. 12:39 PM
STEPHANIE
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Hutchinson Christian School surpasses fundraising goal at annual dinner
Information obtained from Central Christian School Facebook and website
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South Hutchinson launches weekly Grinch Flag scavenger hunt
SOUTH HUTCHINSON, Kan. — South Hutchinson will kick off a month-long scavenger hunt Saturday as residents search for a hidden Grinch flag using weekly riddles. The Great Grinch Flag Hunt of South Hutch begins Nov. 30 with the first clue posted at 2 p.m. on the city’s social media and
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Hutchinson Zoo celebrates 10th annual holiday light show
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Zoo will illuminate Carey Park for its 10th annual Nights Before Christmas holiday light show, offering families festive entertainment across six evenings in December. The event runs Dec. 12-13, Dec. 19-20 and Dec. 26-27 at the zoo’s location at 6 Emerson Loop East. Gates open for
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Events
Hutchinson to light 30-foot Christmas tree at Third Thursday
Information provided by Third Thursday Facebook
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South Hutchinson Plans 25th Annual Holiday UTV Ride for Charity
SOUTH HUTCHINSON, Kan. – The City of South Hutchinson will host its 25th annual “Light Up the Holidays” UTV ride on Nov. 22, featuring a police-escorted route through the community to collect food and toys for local families in need. The event will begin at 5 p.m. with lineup at
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Art Center hosts holiday open house with local artisan gifts, activities
Information obtained from Hutchinson Art Center
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Hutchinson Zoo to host adults-only holiday lights event
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Zoo will host an adults-only evening showcasing its holiday light displays Friday, offering visitors a chance to explore the attraction after dark with festive food and drinks. Prairie Nights: Holiday Lights runs from 6 to 9 p.m. Dec. 5 at the zoo, located at 6
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Sports
Gouldsby earns third Special Teams honor as No. 1 Hutchinson routs Highland
Information obtained from HCC officials
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