
HUTCHINSON,
Kan. — 
May is Arthritis Awareness Month. Arthritis, now at an all time high, is one of the most common health conditions in the United States, and a leading cause of disability. 

Nearly one-third of US adults living in rural areas have arthritis, which includes more than 100 conditions that affect the joints, tissues around the joint, and other connective tissues. Symptoms vary depending on the type of arthritis, but usually include joint pain and stiffness. 

More than half of the adults with arthritis in rural areas are limited in their everyday activities by the condition, in Reno County this number is 51.8% of adults. 

Adults with arthritis can reduce or better manage their symptoms, including pain, by being physically active. Most people with arthritis can be physically active on their own by walking or doing other kinds of activity. Regular physical activity can have many benefits for people with arthritis without making symptoms worse. 

If you have arthritis, participating in joint-friendly physical activity can improve your arthritis pain, function, mood, and quality of life. Joint-friendly physical activities are low-impact, which means they put less stress on the body, reducing the risk of injury. Examples of joint-friendly activities include walking, biking and swimming. 

Being physically active can also delay the onset of arthritis-related disability and help people with arthritis manage other chronic conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, and obesity.

In addition, the recently released County Health Rankings reported that 40% of the Reno County adult population has a body mass index (BMI) that places them in the obese category. Physical activity along with healthy nutrition can assist in reducing BMI.

Choose activities that are easy on the joints like walking, bicycling, water aerobics, or dancing. For more information go to <a href="http://www.renogov.org">www.renogov.org</a> or call 620-665-8882.

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HUTCHINSON,
Kan. — 
May is Arthritis Awareness Month. Arthritis, now at an all time high, is one of the most common health conditions in the United States, and a leading cause of disability. Nearly one-third of US adults living in rural areas have arthritis, which includes more than 100 conditions that affect the joints, tissues around the joint, and other connective tissues. Symptoms vary depending on the type of arthritis, but usually include joint pain and stiffness. More than half of the adults with arthritis in rural areas are limited in their everyday activities by the condition, in Reno County this number is 51.8% of adults. Adults with arthritis can reduce or better manage their symptoms, including pain, by being physically active. Most people with arthritis can be physically active on their own by walking or doing other kinds of activity. Regular physical activity can have many benefits for people with arthritis without making symptoms worse. If you have arthritis, participating in joint-friendly physical activity can improve your arthritis pain, function, mood, and quality of life. Joint-friendly physical activities are low-impact, which means they put less stress on the body, reducing the risk of injury. Examples of joint-friendly activities include walking, biking and swimming. Being physically active can also delay the onset of arthritis-related disability and help people with arthritis manage other chronic conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, and obesity.In addition, the recently released County Health Rankings reported that 40% of the Reno County adult population has a body mass index (BMI) that places them in the obese category. Physical activity along with healthy nutrition can assist in reducing BMI.Choose activities that are easy on the joints like walking, bicycling, water aerobics, or dancing. For more information go to <a href="http://www.renogov.org">www.renogov.org</a> or call 620-665-8882.

Reno County encourages arthritis sufferers to be as active as possible


HUTCHINSON,
Kan. — 
The Hutchinson City Council will hold a special meeting Tuesday afternoon at 3 p.m. to have two executive sessions. 

The first of those is to discuss issues related to 2023 contract negotiations with the City’s bargaining units and the next to discuss matters involving the City Manager.

The City Council and the City's bargaining units had some struggles coming to an agreement this past January, and the memorandum of understanding between the city and SEIU local 513, representing 125 of its workers wasn't signed until February.

At the time Human Resources director Tom Sanders said the two areas where there were changes were after hours callback pay starting after 5 p.m. and having holiday callback pay fall on the actual holiday, rather than any observed days for a holiday.

Also, Hutchinson City Manager Jeff Cantrell's contract was not renewed when it expired earlier this month and former Reno County Administrator Gary Meagher is filling in, but his temporary contract is for two months, with the option to extend it if they haven't found a permanent solution after that time.

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HUTCHINSON,
Kan. — 
The Hutchinson City Council will hold a special meeting Tuesday afternoon at 3 p.m. to have two executive sessions. The first of those is to discuss issues related to 2023 contract negotiations with the City’s bargaining units and the next to discuss matters involving the City Manager.The City Council and the City's bargaining units had some struggles coming to an agreement this past January, and the memorandum of understanding between the city and SEIU local 513, representing 125 of its workers wasn't signed until February.At the time Human Resources director Tom Sanders said the two areas where there were changes were after hours callback pay starting after 5 p.m. and having holiday callback pay fall on the actual holiday, rather than any observed days for a holiday.Also, Hutchinson City Manager Jeff Cantrell's contract was not renewed when it expired earlier this month and former Reno County Administrator Gary Meagher is filling in, but his temporary contract is for two months, with the option to extend it if they haven't found a permanent solution after that time.

Hutchinson City Council to meet Tuesday

Reno County deputy receives award

BURRTON, Kan. — Burrton USD 369 is looking for a superintendent and elementary principal.

Joan Simoneau is leaving to take the superintendent's position in Rock Creek. 

Mrs. Simoneau served for six years as Superintendent and Elementary Principal at USD 369. 

She served as the Middle and High School Principal at Burrton for the 4 years prior to beginning her service as Superintendent. 

<a href="https://kasb.myrevelus.com/client/search/101">The application for the vacancy is due June 16</a>, as Burrton plans to hire by July 1. That is also Simoneau's start date at Rock Creek.

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Burrton schools looking for superintendent

HUTCHINSON,
Kan. — The Reno County Department of Aging office will be closing from noon to 1 p.m. weekdays starting June 1.

Director Barbara Lilyhorn told Hutch Post that they have had some staffing changes and so they want to be sure they have experienced people there all the time they are open until new staff is properly trained.

The office is at&nbsp;120 W Avenue B. Their hours will now be 8 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays starting June 1.

If you have questions, call the office at (620) 694-2911.

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HUTCHINSON,
Kan. — The Reno County Department of Aging office will be closing from noon to 1 p.m. weekdays starting June 1. Director Barbara Lilyhorn told Hutch Post that they have had some staffing changes and so they want to be sure they have experienced people there all the time they are open until new staff is properly trained.The office is at&nbsp;120 W Avenue B. Their hours will now be 8 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays starting June 1.If you have questions, call the office at (620) 694-2911.

Reno County Department of Aging office will close over noon hour starting June 1

NORTH NEWTON, Kan. — North Newton is one of ten cities and counties that will receive part of more than $7 million in grants for street and sidewalk improvements through the Kansas Department of Transportation.

According to North Newton City Administrator Kyle Fiedler, the city will receive $164,000 from KDOT to help with a major sidewalk expansion in the city. The new walkways will run along Main Street from the Bethel College campus north to near I-135.&nbsp; Another portion of the walk will run through the Kidron Bethel retirement community and then along Anderson Street on the west edge of town. The total cost of the project is $250,000 with the city providing a 20% match and the college adding another 5%.

With these grants, more than $100 million has been given to Kansas communities since the KDOT Cost Share Program’s inception. The program provides matching funds for road, bridge and trail improvements.

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 </figure>NORTH NEWTON, Kan. — North Newton is one of ten cities and counties that will receive part of more than $7 million in grants for street and sidewalk improvements through the Kansas Department of Transportation.According to North Newton City Administrator Kyle Fiedler, the city will receive $164,000 from KDOT to help with a major sidewalk expansion in the city. The new walkways will run along Main Street from the Bethel College campus north to near I-135.&nbsp; Another portion of the walk will run through the Kidron Bethel retirement community and then along Anderson Street on the west edge of town. The total cost of the project is $250,000 with the city providing a 20% match and the college adding another 5%.With these grants, more than $100 million has been given to Kansas communities since the KDOT Cost Share Program’s inception. The program provides matching funds for road, bridge and trail improvements.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the HutchPost mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily HutchPost email news update.&nbsp;&nbsp;

North Newton receives transportation grant

HUTCHINSON,
Kan. — 
The Hutchinson Municipal Band is one of the mainstays throughout almost the city's entire history.

"We continue a great tradition started in 1875," said Charles Johnston with the band. "It's exciting. I look forward to it every summer. I've played in the band actually, since I was in the 9th grade."

If you come to any of the band's concerts on Tuesday evenings starting at 8 p.m. at Carey Park, you'll find something you recognize.

"The concert band always tries to do at least one opening and one closing march," Johnston said. "Concert band is all based on marches. The great march king, Sousa, obviously, we try and incorporate. Then, we use kind of a band standard, which can be anything from Amparito Roca, or you know, some of those classics that you learned in high school. Then, typically pop charts of some sort, or a movie soundtrack or a Broadway show. It just kind of all wraps into that sounds of summer for the band."

Generally, the concert band runs between 40 and 45 players and they rehearse earlier that evening for the performance that night.

"This summer, we're going to have one of our clarinet players, his grandson, who is a very talented clarinetist, will be in eighth grade next year," Johnston said. "Literally, we will go from eighth grade, I think our oldest member, I'm not going to say names, I think is in their 80s, so we go from like 13 up to 80 and I think that's remarkable."

The Hutchinson Municipal Band organization includes a Concert Band, Parade Band, Salt City Jazz Orchestra, Big Band Explosion, Dixieland Combo, Jazz Combo, Brass Quintet, and Woodwind Combo. These groups are available to play at events around Hutchinson.

May 30th – Memorial Day, Memorial Park, 11 a.m.

May 31st – 1st Concert, Hutchinson Zoo, 8 p.m.

June 7th – 2nd Concert, Hutchinson Zoo, 8 p.m.

June 14th – 3rd Concert, Hutchinson Zoo, 8 p.m.

June 21st – 4th Concert, Hutchinson Zoo, 8 p.m.

June 28th – 5th Concert, Hutchinson Zoo, 8 p.m.

July 5th – Patriotic Concert, Hutchinson Zoo, 8 p.m.

July 12th – 1st Salt City Jazz Concert, Hutchinson Zoo, 8 p.m.

July 19th – 2nd Salt City Jazz Concert, Hutchinson Zoo, 8 p.m.

July 26th – 3rd Salt City Jazz Concert, Hutchinson Zoo, 8 p.m.

In the event of inclement weather, HMB Band Management will make cancellation announcements on the Band’s Facebook page, and here on Hutch Post.

Call Johnston with questions at (620) 960-5784.

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Kan. — 
The Hutchinson Municipal Band is one of the mainstays throughout almost the city's entire history."We continue a great tradition started in 1875," said Charles Johnston with the band. "It's exciting. I look forward to it every summer. I've played in the band actually, since I was in the 9th grade."If you come to any of the band's concerts on Tuesday evenings starting at 8 p.m. at Carey Park, you'll find something you recognize."The concert band always tries to do at least one opening and one closing march," Johnston said. "Concert band is all based on marches. The great march king, Sousa, obviously, we try and incorporate. Then, we use kind of a band standard, which can be anything from Amparito Roca, or you know, some of those classics that you learned in high school. Then, typically pop charts of some sort, or a movie soundtrack or a Broadway show. It just kind of all wraps into that sounds of summer for the band."Generally, the concert band runs between 40 and 45 players and they rehearse earlier that evening for the performance that night."This summer, we're going to have one of our clarinet players, his grandson, who is a very talented clarinetist, will be in eighth grade next year," Johnston said. "Literally, we will go from eighth grade, I think our oldest member, I'm not going to say names, I think is in their 80s, so we go from like 13 up to 80 and I think that's remarkable."The Hutchinson Municipal Band organization includes a Concert Band, Parade Band, Salt City Jazz Orchestra, Big Band Explosion, Dixieland Combo, Jazz Combo, Brass Quintet, and Woodwind Combo. These groups are available to play at events around Hutchinson.The 2022 schedule is below:May 30th – Memorial Day, Memorial Park, 11 a.m.May 31st – 1st Concert, Hutchinson Zoo, 8 p.m.June 7th – 2nd Concert, Hutchinson Zoo, 8 p.m.June 14th – 3rd Concert, Hutchinson Zoo, 8 p.m.June 21st – 4th Concert, Hutchinson Zoo, 8 p.m.June 28th – 5th Concert, Hutchinson Zoo, 8 p.m.July 5th – Patriotic Concert, Hutchinson Zoo, 8 p.m.July 12th – 1st Salt City Jazz Concert, Hutchinson Zoo, 8 p.m.July 19th – 2nd Salt City Jazz Concert, Hutchinson Zoo, 8 p.m.July 26th – 3rd Salt City Jazz Concert, Hutchinson Zoo, 8 p.m.In the event of inclement weather, HMB Band Management will make cancellation announcements on the Band’s Facebook page, and here on Hutch Post.Call Johnston with questions at (620) 960-5784.

Hutchinson Municipal Band with something for whole family

NEWTON,
Kan. — Free summer meals will be provided for those ages 1 to 18. Meals will be served weekdays, June 6 through July 22, with the exception of July 4 and 5.&nbsp;

Meals will be provided at the following locations: South Breeze Elementary School (sit down hot meals) 1020 Old Main Street Breakfast: 8:00 - 8:45 Lunch: 11:30 -12:30 Newton High School (to-go breakfast, to-go lunch sack lunches) 900 W. 12th Breakfast: 8:30-9:00 Lunch: 11:15- 12:15 Northridge Elementary School (sit down hot meals) 1900 Windsor Drive Breakfast: 8:00-8:45 Lunch: 11:30-12:30 Mobile Route (sack lunches) Athletic Park Shelter - 11:00 - 11:30 Springlake Splash Park - 11:45 - 12:15 Country Club Estates Mobile Park - 12:30 - 1:00&nbsp;&nbsp;

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Kan. — Free summer meals will be provided for those ages 1 to 18. Meals will be served weekdays, June 6 through July 22, with the exception of July 4 and 5.&nbsp;Meals will be provided at the following locations: South Breeze Elementary School (sit down hot meals) 1020 Old Main Street Breakfast: 8:00 - 8:45 Lunch: 11:30 -12:30 Newton High School (to-go breakfast, to-go lunch sack lunches) 900 W. 12th Breakfast: 8:30-9:00 Lunch: 11:15- 12:15 Northridge Elementary School (sit down hot meals) 1900 Windsor Drive Breakfast: 8:00-8:45 Lunch: 11:30-12:30 Mobile Route (sack lunches) Athletic Park Shelter - 11:00 - 11:30 Springlake Splash Park - 11:45 - 12:15 Country Club Estates Mobile Park - 12:30 - 1:00&nbsp;&nbsp;

Newton announces its summer meal sites

HUTCHINSON,
Kan. — 
As Hutchinson USD 308 Superintendent Mike Folks watches the last day of school unfold, it's important for him to acknowledge the effort of his staff not only this year, but ever since he came in 2019.

"Probably the biggest accomplishment is this year, we got through the pandemic," Folks said. "I think we were the only school in the county that didn't have to shut down. That's an accomplishment in itself, really. I'm pretty proud of that."

Folks said the change over in accreditation methods is a big highlight of his tenure.

"When I got here three years ago, we established our wildly important academic goals," Folks said. "Then, we made the change from advanced ed to KESA model for accreditation. We adopted rigor and relevance as our two main goals. Encompassed in that change of focus, we've got seven of our buildings that are in the redesign process and we're really excited about the fruits of the labor of our staff and connecting with the community on that redesign process and we believe that's going to pay great dividends."

The hope is that the school district can continue to look at numbers as it decides how best to go forward.

"We've tried to become much more data driven," Folks said. "We've got HUSAC and RSP and we're looking at enrollment and facilities capacity and efficiency and all of those kinds of things. We're really trying to do a deep dive into our data, academic improvement and those things."

Dr. Dawn Johnson will take over as superintendent in USD 308 as of June 1.

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Kan. — 
As Hutchinson USD 308 Superintendent Mike Folks watches the last day of school unfold, it's important for him to acknowledge the effort of his staff not only this year, but ever since he came in 2019."Probably the biggest accomplishment is this year, we got through the pandemic," Folks said. "I think we were the only school in the county that didn't have to shut down. That's an accomplishment in itself, really. I'm pretty proud of that."Folks said the change over in accreditation methods is a big highlight of his tenure."When I got here three years ago, we established our wildly important academic goals," Folks said. "Then, we made the change from advanced ed to KESA model for accreditation. We adopted rigor and relevance as our two main goals. Encompassed in that change of focus, we've got seven of our buildings that are in the redesign process and we're really excited about the fruits of the labor of our staff and connecting with the community on that redesign process and we believe that's going to pay great dividends."The hope is that the school district can continue to look at numbers as it decides how best to go forward."We've tried to become much more data driven," Folks said. "We've got HUSAC and RSP and we're looking at enrollment and facilities capacity and efficiency and all of those kinds of things. We're really trying to do a deep dive into our data, academic improvement and those things."Dr. Dawn Johnson will take over as superintendent in USD 308 as of June 1.

Folks: A lot accomplished since 2019

Major streets on east side of Hutch to be closed part of today, parent criticizes police response to Texas school shooting, plus more from Hutch Post.

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May 26, 2022 Morning News

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UPDATE: Due to the weather conditions the sewer line work will be done Friday. Public works now says 17th and Airport Road will be closed from 9:30 until 5 p.m.&nbsp;

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HUTCHINSON, Kan. — A very busy stretch of road in Hutchinson will be closed for nearly three hours Thursday. Hutchinson Public Works received a report Monday about a damaged sanitary sewer main crossing the Grandview Industrial ditch located along East 17th Avenue and Airport Road.&nbsp;

Starting Thursday, May 26, at 10:30 a.m., East 17th Avenue at Faubion and Airport Road at 11th Avenue will be closed to all through traffic. During this time, the Sewer Maintenance Division will re-establish service of the sanitary sewer main. The street should open again by 1 p.m.

During the work, traffic will be detoured around the area as follows:

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 <li>Eastbound traffic on 17th and northbound traffic on Airport Road will need to use 11th Avenue and Halstead Street to bypass the closed section of street.&nbsp;</li><li>Southbound traffic on Apple Lane will need to use 11th Avenue and Halstead Street to access Airport Road.</li><li>Eastbound traffic on 17th to Apple Lane will not be affected.</li><li>Access to Arconic and Lowen will be provided from East 11th via Alcoa Drive or the 11th and Airport intersection.</li>
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UPDATE: 17th and Airport Road sewer line work POSTPONED until Friday

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — It will be the usual busy holiday weekend for area lakes as the first big bash of the summer kicks off.

Cheney State Park has long been sold out of established campsites due to the early online reservation system used by the state. There may be some primitive camping available, but you should check ahead of time.

Boaters will be welcomed with a new boat ramp near O’Brien's Marina. The state finished up the new ramp late last summer. The lake level is still down a little but, with the recent rainfall, that level is expected to be about normal by the weekend. So far, the lake has been clear of debris. The lake still has its obstacles and sandbars, so use care if you are going to boat.

The same is for Kanopolis as most, if not all, camping areas are reserved. The lake is running about normal level. Be advised if you are going to boat, the boat ramps get very busy. There are only three ramp locations, and five ramps to launch and retrieve from all together.

Marion Reservoir had to go to full reservations for the lake this year after it was not able to find volunteers to man the non-reservation campsites. Most of the established camping is taken already. The lake has been quite low and, according to the latest from the Army Corps of engineers, the lake is still down about one foot from normal, making the water around the southside boat ramps shallow. For the first time in nearly a year, the lake is free of algae.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — It will be the usual busy holiday weekend for area lakes as the first big bash of the summer kicks off.Cheney State Park has long been sold out of established campsites due to the early online reservation system used by the state. There may be some primitive camping available, but you should check ahead of time.Boaters will be welcomed with a new boat ramp near O’Brien's Marina. The state finished up the new ramp late last summer. The lake level is still down a little but, with the recent rainfall, that level is expected to be about normal by the weekend. So far, the lake has been clear of debris. The lake still has its obstacles and sandbars, so use care if you are going to boat.The same is for Kanopolis as most, if not all, camping areas are reserved. The lake is running about normal level. Be advised if you are going to boat, the boat ramps get very busy. There are only three ramp locations, and five ramps to launch and retrieve from all together.Marion Reservoir had to go to full reservations for the lake this year after it was not able to find volunteers to man the non-reservation campsites. Most of the established camping is taken already. The lake has been quite low and, according to the latest from the Army Corps of engineers, the lake is still down about one foot from normal, making the water around the southside boat ramps shallow. For the first time in nearly a year, the lake is free of algae.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.

Lakes ready for the weekend

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — As the Salt City Splash and Buhler city pool prepare to open this weekend, Tony Findlay with Hutch Rec says they are still short a small number of lifeguards.

The pools normally need a staff of about 30 lifeguards and, at the moment, they have about 24. While that's enough to run the pools, it leaves little wiggle room if someone has to leave or take a break during the summer.

Another Red Cross lifesaving certification class at the YMCA is being held May 31 through June 2. The cost is $200 but Hutch Rec will reimburse the entire amount if a lifeguard stays on for the entire summer. If more people fill out an application after this weekend, Findlay says the pool will hold another lifesaving course at the Splash.

If you would like to be a lifeguard, you must be at least 15 years of age and certified through the Red Cross. All job applications can be filled out at <a href="http://hutchrec.com/employment">hutchrec.com/employment</a>.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — As the Salt City Splash and Buhler city pool prepare to open this weekend, Tony Findlay with Hutch Rec says they are still short a small number of lifeguards.The pools normally need a staff of about 30 lifeguards and, at the moment, they have about 24. While that's enough to run the pools, it leaves little wiggle room if someone has to leave or take a break during the summer.Another Red Cross lifesaving certification class at the YMCA is being held May 31 through June 2. The cost is $200 but Hutch Rec will reimburse the entire amount if a lifeguard stays on for the entire summer. If more people fill out an application after this weekend, Findlay says the pool will hold another lifesaving course at the Splash.If you would like to be a lifeguard, you must be at least 15 years of age and certified through the Red Cross. All job applications can be filled out at <a href="http://hutchrec.com/employment">hutchrec.com/employment</a>.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Hutch Rec still needs a few lifeguards

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Reno County Health Department continues to step up its child care orientation classes. The department will once again offer such a class for those interested in becoming a child care provider.&nbsp;

The class will be held via the Teams app on June 2 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.&nbsp;

Those interested can reserve a spot by calling Jeanette at 620-694-2900. The cost to attend this adult-only class is $20.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Reno County Health Department continues to step up its child care orientation classes. The department will once again offer such a class for those interested in becoming a child care provider.&nbsp;The class will be held via the Teams app on June 2 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.&nbsp;Those interested can reserve a spot by calling Jeanette at 620-694-2900. The cost to attend this adult-only class is $20.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.

Child care orientation offered again in June

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Students in USD 308 will be on summer break starting Friday. The district elementary and middle schools will get a half day while high school students will have to wait until their usual release time to start their summer vacation.

Times of release for the elementary and middle schools do differ. The Magnet School at Allen will release students at 11:50 and McCandless will end the school day at 11:20. All other elementary schools will release students at 11:30. The middle schools will end their abbreviated day at 12:05.

All schools will provide lunch and&nbsp; buses will run as well.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Students in USD 308 will be on summer break starting Friday. The district elementary and middle schools will get a half day while high school students will have to wait until their usual release time to start their summer vacation.Times of release for the elementary and middle schools do differ. The Magnet School at Allen will release students at 11:50 and McCandless will end the school day at 11:20. All other elementary schools will release students at 11:30. The middle schools will end their abbreviated day at 12:05.All schools will provide lunch and&nbsp; buses will run as well.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.

USD 308 ends school year Thursday

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Four area students have been awarded scholarships to Kansas State University totaling $2,000. The scholarships were awarded by the Reno County Catbackers, the Col. Gayle Foster Endowed Scholarship Fund and the K-State Alumni Association.

The recipients are Reaghan Martin, Hutchinson; Ashlyn Spangenberg, Lyons; Claire Chesney, Nickerson; and Noah Svaty, Sterling.

The scholarships are for the 2022-23 academic year. The Alumni Association annually awards approximately $550,000 in student scholarships with funding provided by local K-State alumni and friends and Alumni Association programming.

“We are so pleased to congratulate these outstanding students,” Amy Button Renz, president and CEO of the K-State Alumni Association said. “The Alumni Association board of directors is committed to helping prospective students attend K-State. We greatly appreciate local alumni and friends who have helped make these awards possible through their loyal support.”

There are approximately 2,457 K-State alumni and friends in the Reno County area.

<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the HutchPost mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily HutchPost email news update.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Four area students have been awarded scholarships to Kansas State University totaling $2,000. The scholarships were awarded by the Reno County Catbackers, the Col. Gayle Foster Endowed Scholarship Fund and the K-State Alumni Association.The recipients are Reaghan Martin, Hutchinson; Ashlyn Spangenberg, Lyons; Claire Chesney, Nickerson; and Noah Svaty, Sterling.The scholarships are for the 2022-23 academic year. The Alumni Association annually awards approximately $550,000 in student scholarships with funding provided by local K-State alumni and friends and Alumni Association programming.“We are so pleased to congratulate these outstanding students,” Amy Button Renz, president and CEO of the K-State Alumni Association said. “The Alumni Association board of directors is committed to helping prospective students attend K-State. We greatly appreciate local alumni and friends who have helped make these awards possible through their loyal support.”There are approximately 2,457 K-State alumni and friends in the Reno County area.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the HutchPost mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily HutchPost email news update.

K-State awards scholarships to Rice and Reno County students

HUTCHINSON, Kan. —&nbsp; Hutchinson Regional Medical Center announced Wednesday that Jonna Jenkins, Doctor of Nursing Practice (D.N.P.), will join the hospital as its Chief Nursing Officer effective July 6. 

Jenkins has a Master’s Degree in Science and Nursing and a doctorate in Nursing Practice, both from Grand Canyon University in Phoenix, Arizona. She is a member of several nurse related organizations including the Texas and American Nursing Association, and American Organization for Nursing Leadership.

Currently, Dr. Jenkins serves as Director of Clinical Operations at Ascension Health System in Austin, Texas. Previously she served in several other leadership positions within the same organization.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. —&nbsp; Hutchinson Regional Medical Center announced Wednesday that Jonna Jenkins, Doctor of Nursing Practice (D.N.P.), will join the hospital as its Chief Nursing Officer effective July 6. Jenkins has a Master’s Degree in Science and Nursing and a doctorate in Nursing Practice, both from Grand Canyon University in Phoenix, Arizona. She is a member of several nurse related organizations including the Texas and American Nursing Association, and American Organization for Nursing Leadership.Currently, Dr. Jenkins serves as Director of Clinical Operations at Ascension Health System in Austin, Texas. Previously she served in several other leadership positions within the same organization.

HRHS hires new Chief Nursing Officer


HUTCHINSON,
Kan. —&nbsp; Reno County Landfill fees will increase June 1, 2022.

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HUTCHINSON,
Kan. —&nbsp; Reno County Landfill fees will increase June 1, 2022.<ul>
 <li>The landfill will charge a fee of $10 per ton for all construction demolition loads from both Reno County residents and businesses, with a $10 fee minimum per load.</li><li>There will be a charge of $20 a ton, for construction &amp; demolition loads that have trash or other materials mixed into it that are not accepted in the construction demolition site, with a $20 minimum fee per load.</li>
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Landfill fees to increase June 1

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Kansas Department of Transportation is looking at ways to either repair or stop the sinkhole that continues to develop on US 50 east of Hutchinson.&nbsp;

The Brandy Lake sinkhole, as it is called, has been dropping for many years and now KDOT wants to do something about it. According to spokesperson Tim Potter,&nbsp; KDOT will begin to survey the area and hopes to begin repairs to the road as early as 2024.

The sinkhole is a natural phenomenon caused by the underlying salt layer that is retreating from east to west, according to Rick Miller with the Kansas Geological Survey. Miller says the drop of the road continues, but the rate is not constant.

“We were actively looking at it probably ten years ago. It was going at a rate of probably three to six inches a year,” Miller said. “Subsidence like that, especially when its migrating from 300 or 400 feet down&nbsp; it can go kind of in spurts, so it can be gradual for awhile and then kick in.”

The sinkhole is not a problem for now, according to Miller, but if the underlying cavity should migrate to the surface it could create serious problems.

“If there was anything that was migrating upward toward the road that might come in contact with some of the solid structures…if all of a sudden one side, probably the east side, drops down because of subsidence…all of a sudden in the middle of the night you could have a one foot drop.”&nbsp;

Miller says natural migration of water from the surface is eroding the salt layer and creating cavities underground that result in the sinkholes. 

He says the area will continue to see the natural subsidence for well beyond a thousand years.

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 </figure>BY ROD ZOOK Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Kansas Department of Transportation is looking at ways to either repair or stop the sinkhole that continues to develop on US 50 east of Hutchinson.&nbsp;The Brandy Lake sinkhole, as it is called, has been dropping for many years and now KDOT wants to do something about it. According to spokesperson Tim Potter,&nbsp; KDOT will begin to survey the area and hopes to begin repairs to the road as early as 2024.The sinkhole is a natural phenomenon caused by the underlying salt layer that is retreating from east to west, according to Rick Miller with the Kansas Geological Survey. Miller says the drop of the road continues, but the rate is not constant.“We were actively looking at it probably ten years ago. It was going at a rate of probably three to six inches a year,” Miller said. “Subsidence like that, especially when its migrating from 300 or 400 feet down&nbsp; it can go kind of in spurts, so it can be gradual for awhile and then kick in.”The sinkhole is not a problem for now, according to Miller, but if the underlying cavity should migrate to the surface it could create serious problems.“If there was anything that was migrating upward toward the road that might come in contact with some of the solid structures…if all of a sudden one side, probably the east side, drops down because of subsidence…all of a sudden in the middle of the night you could have a one foot drop.”&nbsp;Miller says natural migration of water from the surface is eroding the salt layer and creating cavities underground that result in the sinkholes. He says the area will continue to see the natural subsidence for well beyond a thousand years.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the HutchPost mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily HutchPost email news update.&nbsp;&nbsp;

US 50 sinkhole tagged for repairs in 2024

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The new Reno County Commission District 5 will now have a primary. According to Deputy Elections Clerk Jenna Fager, Tom Collins has filed as a Republican for the seat. Mike Warren has also filed as a Republican. The fifth&nbsp;makes up the southeast part of Hutchinson and a part of Reno County.&nbsp;

There are now at least two competitive primary races for what will be a newly-expanded commission that was voted on and approved by the public. 

Mark Reese has filed in the new commission District 4 as a Republican. The new District 4 has its entire boundary in the city of Hutchinson. 

Republican Chris Corey and Republican Randy Parks have both filed for Ron Sellers' seat in District 1 after Commissioner Sellers declined to run for another term. 

Ron Hirst in District 2 and Daniel Friesen in District 3 are in the middle of their terms that end in 2024.&nbsp;

Reno County commissioners serve four-year terms and must reside within their district boundaries. The filing deadline for commission seats is June 1 at noon. The primary will take place August 2.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The new Reno County Commission District 5 will now have a primary. According to Deputy Elections Clerk Jenna Fager, Tom Collins has filed as a Republican for the seat. Mike Warren has also filed as a Republican. The fifth&nbsp;makes up the southeast part of Hutchinson and a part of Reno County.&nbsp;There are now at least two competitive primary races for what will be a newly-expanded commission that was voted on and approved by the public. Mark Reese has filed in the new commission District 4 as a Republican. The new District 4 has its entire boundary in the city of Hutchinson. Republican Chris Corey and Republican Randy Parks have both filed for Ron Sellers' seat in District 1 after Commissioner Sellers declined to run for another term. Ron Hirst in District 2 and Daniel Friesen in District 3 are in the middle of their terms that end in 2024.&nbsp;Reno County commissioners serve four-year terms and must reside within their district boundaries. The filing deadline for commission seats is June 1 at noon. The primary will take place August 2.

New Reno County Commission District 5 will now have Republican primary

HUTCHINSON,
Kan. — 
The Hutchinson City Council knows they have to increase water and sewer rates to meet the long term cost of maintaining and upgrading the city's infrastructure, but the haggling is over how much the increase should be.

"We want to keep a mental ledger of assumptions that we think are prudent," said David Naumann with Burns &amp; McDonnell. "The concern that I have just overall right now is, because of inflation, I think the likelihood is that we're running a higher risk that the plan is going to cost more to implement than what we're showing. As we talk about maybe looking at a lower rate increase, the sensitivity we run now may end up playing differently depending on how long you run at elevated inflation."

The proposal in Burns and McDonnell's documents provided to the council was a net 5.5% increase in water rates and 5% in sewer rates, broken down as 2 percent on residential and 7 percent on industrial, roughly, when it comes to the water side. There was a desire among the council to know more about what industrial water rates are in competitive communities and also to look at different residential and industrial revenue mixes. Interim City Manager Gary Meagher recommended revisiting the issue next month during the session for operating budgets.

"I wonder if that would be a good time to do that, that way," Meagher said. "That will give us a little bit of time before we finalize the budget, but gives you an opportunity to talk about that in relation to some of the other departments."

That budget discussion is scheduled for June 13. Hutchinson is still below the regional average for both water and sewer rates.

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Kan. — 
The Hutchinson City Council knows they have to increase water and sewer rates to meet the long term cost of maintaining and upgrading the city's infrastructure, but the haggling is over how much the increase should be."We want to keep a mental ledger of assumptions that we think are prudent," said David Naumann with Burns &amp; McDonnell. "The concern that I have just overall right now is, because of inflation, I think the likelihood is that we're running a higher risk that the plan is going to cost more to implement than what we're showing. As we talk about maybe looking at a lower rate increase, the sensitivity we run now may end up playing differently depending on how long you run at elevated inflation."The proposal in Burns and McDonnell's documents provided to the council was a net 5.5% increase in water rates and 5% in sewer rates, broken down as 2 percent on residential and 7 percent on industrial, roughly, when it comes to the water side. There was a desire among the council to know more about what industrial water rates are in competitive communities and also to look at different residential and industrial revenue mixes. Interim City Manager Gary Meagher recommended revisiting the issue next month during the session for operating budgets."I wonder if that would be a good time to do that, that way," Meagher said. "That will give us a little bit of time before we finalize the budget, but gives you an opportunity to talk about that in relation to some of the other departments."That budget discussion is scheduled for June 13. Hutchinson is still below the regional average for both water and sewer rates.

Hutchinson City Council asks for additional modeling on potential water and sewer rate increases


HUTCHINSON,
Kan. — 
Due to a lack of people auditioning on the first weekend, Stage 9 has chosen to change its production for August.

"We had only six people show up and we need 24," said director Kris Anshutz. "We had auditions scheduled this weekend also. We decided that we needed to change our schedule and so we are doing The Real Inspector Hound instead of Tony n' Tina's Wedding. Auditions will be at the same time."

That time is Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Stage 9 at 9 South Main.

"In The Real Inspector Hound, there are five men and three women, for a total of eight," Anshutz said. "I could do four women and four men."

The main issue is a lack of men auditioning, as only one man auditioned last weekend. The venue is also changing from Grace Episcopal Church back to Stage 9.

"The performance will be at Stage 9, but the dates will be the same," Anshutz said. "They will be August 4 through 6 and August 11 through 13."

All performances will be at 7:30 p.m. Anshutz will work with the cast to set up a rehearsal schedule that works for them. 

She also wanted to thank the sponsors for their support, including:

If you'd like to be a part, but are busy Saturday, you can email kris@stage9hutch.com for an alternate audition time.

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HUTCHINSON,
Kan. — 
Due to a lack of people auditioning on the first weekend, Stage 9 has chosen to change its production for August."We had only six people show up and we need 24," said director Kris Anshutz. "We had auditions scheduled this weekend also. We decided that we needed to change our schedule and so we are doing The Real Inspector Hound instead of Tony n' Tina's Wedding. Auditions will be at the same time."That time is Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Stage 9 at 9 South Main."In The Real Inspector Hound, there are five men and three women, for a total of eight," Anshutz said. "I could do four women and four men."The main issue is a lack of men auditioning, as only one man auditioned last weekend. The venue is also changing from Grace Episcopal Church back to Stage 9."The performance will be at Stage 9, but the dates will be the same," Anshutz said. "They will be August 4 through 6 and August 11 through 13."All performances will be at 7:30 p.m. Anshutz will work with the cast to set up a rehearsal schedule that works for them. She also wanted to thank the sponsors for their support, including:Members MortgageHeartland Credit UnionPrairie Star HealthSleep ShoppeFirst National BankCommerce BankHutchinson ClinicMelinda Young LawBretz Injury Law and Eagle MediaIf you'd like to be a part, but are busy Saturday, you can email kris@stage9hutch.com for an alternate audition time.

Stage 9 August production changing; auditions on Saturday

A school shooting in Texas, McPherson school board members will keep their jobs, Hutch Regional COO leaving, plus more from Hutch Post.

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HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The City of Hutchinson has taken a few small steps in its search for a new administrator. The city is looking to replace Jeff Cantrell, whose contract was not renewed earlier this month.

According to Human Resources Director Tom Sanders, the city has sent out a request for proposals for a small number of search firms and has also been in contact with the League of Municipalities to get some direction on where to find its new leadership.

Sanders says the city is really at the starting process but hopes they will begin to move in some direction in the coming weeks.

For the time being, former County Administrator Gary Meagher is the interim City Manager.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The City of Hutchinson has taken a few small steps in its search for a new administrator. The city is looking to replace Jeff Cantrell, whose contract was not renewed earlier this month.According to Human Resources Director Tom Sanders, the city has sent out a request for proposals for a small number of search firms and has also been in contact with the League of Municipalities to get some direction on where to find its new leadership.Sanders says the city is really at the starting process but hopes they will begin to move in some direction in the coming weeks.For the time being, former County Administrator Gary Meagher is the interim City Manager.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.

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