Hutchinson Brief
December 5, 2025
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Hutchinson obituaries
Hutchinson Obituaries Fast, Beverly Machado, Mary Ropp, Caleb Sand, Marilyn Source: Legacy.com - Hutchinson, Kansas Obituaries
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Area police logs
December 3, 2025 11:28 AM TRESTON MITTS white male, age 22 DUI-drugs; Possession of Marijuana with intent to distribute; Possession of drug paraphernalia; No valid proof of insurance; Expired registration; Inattentive driving December 2, 2025 9:30 PM EMANSEL ROSSITER white male, age 42 Possession of opiates; Possession of
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Emergency shelter seeks volunteers, donations for winter operation
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Foundation of Life Ministries is recruiting volunteers and accepting donations to support The Refuge Project, a secondary emergency shelter for families and children operating through March 31. The organization needs volunteers to provide overnight support on a rotating schedule. Volunteers are asked to commit to at least two
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Hutchinson Clinic to begin parking lot resurfacing project Dec. 8
Information obtained from Hutchinson Clinic
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McPherson artist Louise Hutchison to exhibit light-focused works at Hutchinson Art Center
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Art Center will showcase the work of McPherson artist Louise Hutchison in its Main Gallery from January through February, with an opening reception scheduled for Jan. 23 from 5 to 7 p.m. The free public reception will feature light refreshments, live music and an opportunity
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Events
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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Haven hosts annual Christmas event Saturday
HAVEN, Kan. — The Haven Chamber of Commerce will present its annual Christmas Haven event Saturday, Dec. 6, from 4:30 to 8 p.m. at the Haven Fire Station. The event will feature activities for children, including letters to Santa, kids crafts, caroling, roasted marshmallows and hayrides. Santa Claus will
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Local Library Hosts Holiday Activity Night for Community
Information obtained from Hutchinson Public Library
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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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Sports
No. 19 Hutchinson women roll past Barton 65-42
Information obtained from HCC officials
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Rudolph’s buzzer-beater lifts Hutchinson past No. 15 Barton
Information obtained from HCC officials
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Opinion
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Kansas Communities Receive $19M in Federal Airport Infrastructure Grants
Three airports across the state will benefit from runway improvements, terminal upgrades and new facilities.
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