Here’s the latest booking activity from the Reno County Jail. This information is provided by the Reno County Sheriff’s Office and is not criminal history. The Hutch Post assumes no legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, or completeness, of this information. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.&nbsp;——————————————&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

5/20/2024 11:47 PM-Jordan	Jeffery Roth-Interference with Law Enforcement; Obstruct, Resist, Oppose, Misd case, Execution of Misd Warrant

5/20/2024 11:42 PM-Kelly	Anne Steinle-Pedestrian; Under the Influence of Alcohol/Drugs upon Roadway; Poss of marijuana; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body

5/20/2024 8:46 PM-Curtis	Allen Regner-Failure to Appear

5/20/2024 6:36 PM-Stephen	Ronald Langa-Criminal Possession of Firearm by Felon; Conviction in Previous 5 Years of specified KSA; Probation Violation

5/20/2024 4:05 PM-Cortney	Lynn Randolph-Viol protection order; Pre-trial order; FTA; Municipal Court

5/20/2024 12:18 PM-Andre	Ryan Byrd-Failure to Appear

5/20/2024 9:59 AM-Jeremy	Lee Roberts-Abuse of a Child; Torture or cruelly beat; Interference with Law Enforcement; Obstruct, Resist, Oppose; Felony Case, Execution of a Felony Warrant

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 </figure>Here’s the latest booking activity from the Reno County Jail. This information is provided by the Reno County Sheriff’s Office and is not criminal history. The Hutch Post assumes no legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, or completeness, of this information. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.&nbsp;——————————————&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;5/20/2024 11:47 PM-Jordan	Jeffery Roth-Interference with Law Enforcement; Obstruct, Resist, Oppose, Misd case, Execution of Misd Warrant5/20/2024 11:42 PM-Kelly	Anne Steinle-Pedestrian; Under the Influence of Alcohol/Drugs upon Roadway; Poss of marijuana; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body5/20/2024 8:46 PM-Curtis	Allen Regner-Failure to Appear5/20/2024 6:36 PM-Stephen	Ronald Langa-Criminal Possession of Firearm by Felon; Conviction in Previous 5 Years of specified KSA; Probation Violation5/20/2024 4:05 PM-Cortney	Lynn Randolph-Viol protection order; Pre-trial order; FTA; Municipal Court5/20/2024 12:18 PM-Andre	Ryan Byrd-Failure to Appear5/20/2024 9:59 AM-Jeremy	Lee Roberts-Abuse of a Child; Torture or cruelly beat; Interference with Law Enforcement; Obstruct, Resist, Oppose; Felony Case, Execution of a Felony Warrant

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HUTCHINSON, Kan.&nbsp;— Last year, the Hutchinson USD 308 Board of Education approved the combining of Lincoln and McCandless Elementary into one school. On Monday night, the BOE approved in a 7-0 vote to keep the name of the school as is.&nbsp;

&nbsp;"And you know as Shakespeare did a pretty good job of exploring, it's important to have a name that everybody can agree on and be okay with and so that was when we were like well how do we do that," Lincoln-McCandless Principal Paul Carver said.&nbsp; "How do we look at our name and be responsive to each school's needs and also be aware of an opportunity that we had so we wanted to look at the important figures in Reno County and Hutchinson. We wanted to acknowledge and embrace the potential that we have a diverse population within our school and so how do we take all of those ideas and come up with what tenets we want to find our suggestions to the board, on changing our names."

Carver suggested to Leslie Specht, Hutchinson USD 308 elementary teacher of the year nominee to lead a project based learning initiative for the entire third grade team on the renaming of Lincoln-McCandless.&nbsp;

The third grade students researched notable figures of Hutchinson and Reno County that they thought would represent their school's values. They also researched the history behind the former Lincoln and McCandless Elementary Schools and took field trips to learn even further.&nbsp;

"The third grade students did a good job of considering what are the values that Lincoln-McCandless students want to be known for," Carver said.

The students narrowed down 15 options into three. The option with the most votes was to keep Lincoln-McCandless as the official name of the school.&nbsp;

Carve said the idea to keep the name as is was&nbsp; sparked from a third grade student that said he was really proud of who "they are" so why would would they need to change the name at all.&nbsp;

"I think that's an important option for us to recognize is that we are two proud families," Carver said.&nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1716262961898.jpeg" alt="Lincoln-McCandless Elementary School Principal Paul&nbsp; Carver, third grade teacher Melissa Specht and third grade student Essabella present to the Hutchinson USD 308 Board of Education. Carver recommended to the BOE that they keep the current name of the school on Monday, May 20, 2024. Photo by Emmie Boese." />
 <figcaption>Lincoln-McCandless Elementary School Principal Paul&nbsp; Carver, third grade teacher Melissa Specht and third grade student Essabella present to the Hutchinson USD 308 Board of Education. Carver recommended to the BOE that they keep the current name of the school on Monday, May 20, 2024. Photo by Emmie Boese.</figcaption>
 </figure>EMMIE BOESE Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan.&nbsp;— Last year, the Hutchinson USD 308 Board of Education approved the combining of Lincoln and McCandless Elementary into one school. On Monday night, the BOE approved in a 7-0 vote to keep the name of the school as is.&nbsp;&nbsp;"And you know as Shakespeare did a pretty good job of exploring, it's important to have a name that everybody can agree on and be okay with and so that was when we were like well how do we do that," Lincoln-McCandless Principal Paul Carver said.&nbsp; "How do we look at our name and be responsive to each school's needs and also be aware of an opportunity that we had so we wanted to look at the important figures in Reno County and Hutchinson. We wanted to acknowledge and embrace the potential that we have a diverse population within our school and so how do we take all of those ideas and come up with what tenets we want to find our suggestions to the board, on changing our names."Carver suggested to Leslie Specht, Hutchinson USD 308 elementary teacher of the year nominee to lead a project based learning initiative for the entire third grade team on the renaming of Lincoln-McCandless.&nbsp;The third grade students researched notable figures of Hutchinson and Reno County that they thought would represent their school's values. They also researched the history behind the former Lincoln and McCandless Elementary Schools and took field trips to learn even further.&nbsp; "The third grade students did a good job of considering what are the values that Lincoln-McCandless students want to be known for," Carver said.The students narrowed down 15 options into three. The option with the most votes was to keep Lincoln-McCandless as the official name of the school.&nbsp;Carve said the idea to keep the name as is was&nbsp; sparked from a third grade student that said he was really proud of who "they are" so why would would they need to change the name at all.&nbsp;"I think that's an important option for us to recognize is that we are two proud families," Carver said.&nbsp;<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;

Lincoln-McCandless keeps name the same

HUTCHINSON, Kan.— Beginning Tuesday, May 21st, 2024, the Carey Park dump site will be open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

The site will operate Monday through Saturday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with the exception of Monday, May 27, Memorial Day, when the site will be closed.

Please note: Residents are responsible for disposing of their own limbs. 

To accommodate everyone during this time, The City will not be enforcing debris pick up over the next two weeks.

The Carey Park site is available to City of Hutchinson residents only.

Contractors need to dispose of their debris at the landfill as usual. 

At this time, the Carey Park site is only taking tree limbs. Other household waste, mulch, wood chips, and other bulky items are not permitted.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>City of HutchinsonHUTCHINSON, Kan.— Beginning Tuesday, May 21st, 2024, the Carey Park dump site will be open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The site will operate Monday through Saturday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with the exception of Monday, May 27, Memorial Day, when the site will be closed.Please note: Residents are responsible for disposing of their own limbs. To accommodate everyone during this time, The City will not be enforcing debris pick up over the next two weeks.The Carey Park site is available to City of Hutchinson residents only.Contractors need to dispose of their debris at the landfill as usual. At this time, the Carey Park site is only taking tree limbs. Other household waste, mulch, wood chips, and other bulky items are not permitted.&nbsp;&nbsp;<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 residents can take limbs to Carey Park

KYLE MCCASKEY Harvey County PIO

HARVEY COUNTY — Emergency personnel throughout Harvey County continued to examine damage caused by significant storms that battered the county this past Sunday.

The U.S. National Weather Service – Wichita office conducted damage assessments and storm classifications today. Its report concluded that damage in Harvey County was caused by straight-line winds – evidence did not indicate a tornado. The NWS measured wind gusts that reached 72 mph, and the NWS estimated peak gusts may have exceeded 90 mph.

The cities of Burrton and Halstead declared local states of emergency today due to storm damages. Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly also issued a state disaster declaration today. Harvey County made a verbal disaster declaration Sunday night.

“It’s been a difficult 24 hours for our residents. They’ve also shown their resilience in this challenging situation,” said Harvey County Commission Chair Becky Reimer. “We’ve had such a tremendous response from our first responders, our local public works employees and our utility teams. I’m extremely proud of their efforts around the clock in response to these storms.”

South Halstead Road between U.S. Highway 50 and Southwest 30th Street was closed Monday afternoon to allow utility workers safety while resetting power lines and poles. There was no timeline for the road to reopen.

The cities of Burrton, Halstead, Hesston and Newton have announced plans for debris clean-up in their communities over the coming days. Harvey County Emergency Management encourages residents to practice safe, smart handling of debris to avoid injury.

No storm-related injuries have been reported to Harvey County Communications through the duration of the severe weather event. However, several buildings were damaged throughout the county.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1716248757654.jpeg" alt="A hangar was damaged in the wind storm at the Newton City/County Airports on May 19, 2024. Photo Courtesy Harvey County." />
 <figcaption>A hangar was damaged in the wind storm at the Newton City/County Airports on May 19, 2024. Photo Courtesy Harvey County.</figcaption>
 </figure>KYLE MCCASKEY Harvey County PIOHARVEY COUNTY — Emergency personnel throughout Harvey County continued to examine damage caused by significant storms that battered the county this past Sunday.The U.S. National Weather Service – Wichita office conducted damage assessments and storm classifications today. Its report concluded that damage in Harvey County was caused by straight-line winds – evidence did not indicate a tornado. The NWS measured wind gusts that reached 72 mph, and the NWS estimated peak gusts may have exceeded 90 mph.The cities of Burrton and Halstead declared local states of emergency today due to storm damages. Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly also issued a state disaster declaration today. Harvey County made a verbal disaster declaration Sunday night.“It’s been a difficult 24 hours for our residents. They’ve also shown their resilience in this challenging situation,” said Harvey County Commission Chair Becky Reimer. “We’ve had such a tremendous response from our first responders, our local public works employees and our utility teams. I’m extremely proud of their efforts around the clock in response to these storms.”South Halstead Road between U.S. Highway 50 and Southwest 30th Street was closed Monday afternoon to allow utility workers safety while resetting power lines and poles. There was no timeline for the road to reopen.The cities of Burrton, Halstead, Hesston and Newton have announced plans for debris clean-up in their communities over the coming days. Harvey County Emergency Management encourages residents to practice safe, smart handling of debris to avoid injury.No storm-related injuries have been reported to Harvey County Communications through the duration of the severe weather event. However, several buildings were damaged throughout the county.<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; &nbsp;

Harvey County damage likely straight-line winds

&nbsp; SANDRA MILBURN Reno County Communications Specialist

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Reno County Commission Chairman Randy Parks has authorized a verbal disaster declaration for Reno County due to the damage caused by strong winds on Sunday evening, May 19, 2024.&nbsp;<a>The Disaster Declaration Resolution will be signed by the Board of Reno County Commission on Wednesday, May 22, 2024, during their regular meeting.</a>

“Reno County Fire District 9 – Haven Fire Station, sustained significant damage to the station’s roof from straight line winds,” said Adam Weishaar, Director of Reno County Emergency Management. “Some of the roofing materials that were ripped off the building blew down Main Street and damaged neighboring businesses.” 

The station’s air conditioning units were also blown off the roof, landing next to the building. The Haven Fire Station will remain in service and there will not be any changes in emergency response even though the station is currently without power.

High winds affected a large portion of Reno County, however the most impacted areas were the City of Haven and the City of Hutchinson. Many residents are still without power.&nbsp;There are several roadways closed, electrical lines down, and broken tree limbs scattered all over the county. Crews have been working as quickly as possible to clean up debris to open roadways.

Reno County wants to thank our dispatchers, responders, public works personnel, and line crews who have worked around the clock.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1716242876845.jpeg" alt="A power line is hanging down on 14th and Plum as a result of a severe thunderstorm in Hutchinson. The storm took place on Sunday, May 19, 2024. Photo by Emmie Boese." />
 <figcaption>A power line is hanging down on 14th and Plum as a result of a severe thunderstorm in Hutchinson. The storm took place on Sunday, May 19, 2024. Photo by Emmie Boese.</figcaption>
 </figure>&nbsp; SANDRA MILBURN Reno County Communications SpecialistHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Reno County Commission Chairman Randy Parks has authorized a verbal disaster declaration for Reno County due to the damage caused by strong winds on Sunday evening, May 19, 2024.&nbsp;<a>The Disaster Declaration Resolution will be signed by the Board of Reno County Commission on Wednesday, May 22, 2024, during their regular meeting.</a>“Reno County Fire District 9 – Haven Fire Station, sustained significant damage to the station’s roof from straight line winds,” said Adam Weishaar, Director of Reno County Emergency Management. “Some of the roofing materials that were ripped off the building blew down Main Street and damaged neighboring businesses.” The station’s air conditioning units were also blown off the roof, landing next to the building. The Haven Fire Station will remain in service and there will not be any changes in emergency response even though the station is currently without power.High winds affected a large portion of Reno County, however the most impacted areas were the City of Haven and the City of Hutchinson. Many residents are still without power.&nbsp;There are several roadways closed, electrical lines down, and broken tree limbs scattered all over the county. Crews have been working as quickly as possible to clean up debris to open roadways.Reno County wants to thank our dispatchers, responders, public works personnel, and line crews who have worked around the clock.

Reno County declares local disaster after storm damage

HALSTEAD, Kan. — The City of Halstead declared a local state of emergency in the city council chambers on Monday afternoon. A severe thunderstorm went through town on Sunday evening and caused damage to many trees and several homes.&nbsp;

&nbsp;"We've already dispatched all of our crews and everything but it's a way to shore up any other permissions we need to get to work to try to clean the city up and eventually lead to receiving some funding from federal or state governments for assistance," Mayor Dennis Davis said. "But we're not letting that stop us. We are getting started. There's a lot of volunteers in town and we appreciate their presence and their help and everybody just needs to clean their yard up. That's where where we are at."&nbsp;

Davis said the National Weather Service office in Wichita is gathering data to figure out if Halstead got hit by a tornado or not.&nbsp;

"We've definitely seen some tornadic-type damage and heavy wind damage so we are waiting for their assessment before we really identify what we think we got hit with," Davis said.&nbsp;

According to Harvey County Government, no injuries have been reported at this time. Emergency Management is not allowing controlled burns in the county today.&nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1716233260136.jpeg" alt="A large tree limb is laying on the ground of&nbsp; City of Halstead City Hall. Halstead was hit with a severe thunderstorm on Sunday, May 19, 2024. Photo by Emmie Boese" />
 <figcaption>A large tree limb is laying on the ground of&nbsp; City of Halstead City Hall. Halstead was hit with a severe thunderstorm on Sunday, May 19, 2024. Photo by Emmie Boese</figcaption>
 </figure>EMMIE BOESE&nbsp; Hutch PostHALSTEAD, Kan. — The City of Halstead declared a local state of emergency in the city council chambers on Monday afternoon. A severe thunderstorm went through town on Sunday evening and caused damage to many trees and several homes.&nbsp;&nbsp;"We've already dispatched all of our crews and everything but it's a way to shore up any other permissions we need to get to work to try to clean the city up and eventually lead to receiving some funding from federal or state governments for assistance," Mayor Dennis Davis said. "But we're not letting that stop us. We are getting started. There's a lot of volunteers in town and we appreciate their presence and their help and everybody just needs to clean their yard up. That's where where we are at."&nbsp;Davis said the National Weather Service office in Wichita is gathering data to figure out if Halstead got hit by a tornado or not.&nbsp;"We've definitely seen some tornadic-type damage and heavy wind damage so we are waiting for their assessment before we really identify what we think we got hit with," Davis said.&nbsp;According to Harvey County Government, no injuries have been reported at this time. Emergency Management is not allowing controlled burns in the county today.&nbsp; <div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FHarveyCountyKS%2Fposts%2Fpfbid02MqDuhhJ7htduMvHj2sADbGdeTLesz2w1xMBv6B6Ho6NUYiLraCTzogS6ug6q4npNl&show_text=true&width=500&is_preview=true" width="500" height="501" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div><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; &nbsp; &nbsp;

City of Halstead declares local state of emergency

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City of Hutchinson gives storm update

RENO COUNTY — Reno County Emergency Management Director Adam Weishaar told Hutch Post that his initial impressions are that the damage from Sunday night's storm was worst in a couple of cities in the county.

"I think our two hardest hit areas are the city of Hutchinson and the city of Haven," Weishaar said. "There's still thousands of residents without power. We're getting to them as quickly as possible, but it is going to take some time."

Weishaar said cleanup will likely take weeks, given the amount of tree damage he has seen across the county, but that it is most likely straight line wind that did the work.

"Everything's blowing one way, which to me, indicates they were all straight line wind," Weishaar said. "I don't believe there was any sort of tornadic activity."

Weishaar saw damage to homes and vehicles, often as a result of trees being blown down, but the bulk of the issues are electrical lines and large trees. More information on what to do with trees in those cities will be coming once they have plans finalized.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/8/1661441956328.jpeg" alt="Reno County Emergency Management" />
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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostRENO COUNTY — Reno County Emergency Management Director Adam Weishaar told Hutch Post that his initial impressions are that the damage from Sunday night's storm was worst in a couple of cities in the county."I think our two hardest hit areas are the city of Hutchinson and the city of Haven," Weishaar said. "There's still thousands of residents without power. We're getting to them as quickly as possible, but it is going to take some time."Weishaar said cleanup will likely take weeks, given the amount of tree damage he has seen across the county, but that it is most likely straight line wind that did the work."Everything's blowing one way, which to me, indicates they were all straight line wind," Weishaar said. "I don't believe there was any sort of tornadic activity."Weishaar saw damage to homes and vehicles, often as a result of trees being blown down, but the bulk of the issues are electrical lines and large trees. More information on what to do with trees in those cities will be coming once they have plans finalized.<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; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Haven, Hutchinson saw worst of damage

SANDRA MILBURN Reno County Communications Specialist

RENO COUNTY — The Reno County Landfill is taking brush from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday. 

You can expect wait times longer than normal due to the high volume of brush being brought out to the landfill. 

Staff is working as fast as they can. They appreciate your patience. The landfill will close the gate at 5 p.m. so please give yourself plenty of time to plan your arrival.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1716226107794.jpeg" alt="Photo Courtesy Reno County" />
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 </figure>SANDRA MILBURN Reno County Communications SpecialistRENO COUNTY — The Reno County Landfill is taking brush from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday. You can expect wait times longer than normal due to the high volume of brush being brought out to the landfill. Staff is working as fast as they can. They appreciate your patience. The landfill will close the gate at 5 p.m. so please give yourself plenty of time to plan your arrival.<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; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Reno County Landfill taking brush

HARVEY COUNTY — The U.S. National Weather Service – Wichita office is in Harvey County today to assess storm damage and determine the classifications of the storm.

As of 10 a.m., Evergy reported about 3,100 customers affected in the county. Butler Electric reported 27 outages in Harvey County.

No injuries have been reported to emergency dispatch due to the storm at this time. Several properties across the county were damaged in the storm. The American Red Cross is coordinating assistance for one family whose home was damaged.

Emergency Management is not allowing controlled burns in the county today.

Several county roads remain closed due to downed power lines or debris. The current list includes, but may not be limited to:

· Southwest 36th Street from South Old Settlers Road to South Halstead Road

· South River Park Road from U.S. Highway 50 to West First Street

· North River Park Road from West First Street to Northwest 12th Street

· Burmac Road from U.S. 50 to Northwest 12th Street

· South Halstead Road from Southwest 36th Street to 10th Street

· Southwest 14th Street from Cow Palace Road to Plum Street

· Southwest 24th Street from South Halstead Road to East Street

Cities and townships have additional street closures.

The Harvey County Health Department is closed today due to the power outage. It will open Tuesday at 8 a.m., pending power being restored. Harvey County West Park is without power – there is various debris in all three County-owned parks. The Harvey County Courthouse and Solid Waste facility maintained normal operations.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1716219029557.jpeg" alt="Harvey County authorities are out assessing damage in Halstead Monday, May 20, 2024. Photo courtesy Harvey County Emergency Management." />
 <figcaption>Harvey County authorities are out assessing damage in Halstead Monday, May 20, 2024. Photo courtesy Harvey County Emergency Management.</figcaption>
 </figure>KYLE MCCASKEY Harvey County PIOHARVEY COUNTY — The U.S. National Weather Service – Wichita office is in Harvey County today to assess storm damage and determine the classifications of the storm.As of 10 a.m., Evergy reported about 3,100 customers affected in the county. Butler Electric reported 27 outages in Harvey County.No injuries have been reported to emergency dispatch due to the storm at this time. Several properties across the county were damaged in the storm. The American Red Cross is coordinating assistance for one family whose home was damaged.Emergency Management is not allowing controlled burns in the county today.Several county roads remain closed due to downed power lines or debris. The current list includes, but may not be limited to:· Southwest 36th Street from South Old Settlers Road to South Halstead Road· South River Park Road from U.S. Highway 50 to West First Street· North River Park Road from West First Street to Northwest 12th Street· Burmac Road from U.S. 50 to Northwest 12th Street· South Halstead Road from Southwest 36th Street to 10th Street· Southwest 14th Street from Cow Palace Road to Plum Street· Southwest 24th Street from South Halstead Road to East StreetCities and townships have additional street closures.The Harvey County Health Department is closed today due to the power outage. It will open Tuesday at 8 a.m., pending power being restored. Harvey County West Park is without power – there is various debris in all three County-owned parks. The Harvey County Courthouse and Solid Waste facility maintained normal operations.<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;&nbsp;

Harvey County roads still closed due to storm

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Tonight's USD 308 Board of Education Meeting will be held at the Midtown Center, 200 E. Sherman, at 6:00 p.m.

The USD 308 Administrative Center is closed Monday due to a power outage.

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 </figure>STACY GOSS Hutchinson USD 308HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Tonight's USD 308 Board of Education Meeting will be held at the Midtown Center, 200 E. Sherman, at 6:00 p.m.The USD 308 Administrative Center is closed Monday due to a power outage.<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;

USD 308 meeting moved

NEWTON, Kan. — Public Works crews will begin collecting limbs downed in Sunday night’s storm at 7 a.m. Wednesday, May 22.

They will start in Street Maintenance Area 1, east of South Pine between Southeast 14th Street and East First Street. They will work their way through each maintenance area in order (see attached map). Crews will do one pass down every street.

Residents must stack limbs in neat piles at the curb. This free pickup is for tree limbs only. If trash, lumber, or other bulky items are mixed in with the limbs, they cannot be collected.

Staff plans to collect all limbs this week and will be working longer hours to get this completed before the holiday weekend. Progress updates will be posted on the&nbsp;<a href="http://www.newtonkansas.com/" target="_blank">City’s website</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="http://www.facebook.com/NewtonKS" target="_blank">Facebook page</a>&nbsp;so residents can track what area they’re working in and which areas are complete.

In Greenwood Cemetery, many large trees are down and roads are blocked. Please avoid the cemetery while staff works to clean up. Residents should wait to place Memorial Day decorations until late this week so the cemetery can be mowed and trimmed after the trees are cleared.

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 </figure>ERIN MCDANIEL City of NewtonNEWTON, Kan. — Public Works crews will begin collecting limbs downed in Sunday night’s storm at 7 a.m. Wednesday, May 22.They will start in Street Maintenance Area 1, east of South Pine between Southeast 14th Street and East First Street. They will work their way through each maintenance area in order (see attached map). Crews will do one pass down every street.Residents must stack limbs in neat piles at the curb. This free pickup is for tree limbs only. If trash, lumber, or other bulky items are mixed in with the limbs, they cannot be collected.Staff plans to collect all limbs this week and will be working longer hours to get this completed before the holiday weekend. Progress updates will be posted on the&nbsp;<a href="http://www.newtonkansas.com/" target="_blank">City’s website</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="http://www.facebook.com/NewtonKS" target="_blank">Facebook page</a>&nbsp;so residents can track what area they’re working in and which areas are complete.In Greenwood Cemetery, many large trees are down and roads are blocked. Please avoid the cemetery while staff works to clean up. Residents should wait to place Memorial Day decorations until late this week so the cemetery can be mowed and trimmed after the trees are cleared.<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; &nbsp;

Newton plans limb pickup

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Get ready to sing your heart out and celebrate the music of Taylor Swift like never before! The 2024 Kansas State Fair is thrilled to announce Let's Sing Taylor: A Live Band Experience, as the next act in the 2024 Nex-Tech Concert Series. The concert will be Tuesday, September 10 at 7:30 PM.

Let's Sing Taylor brings the ultimate tribute to Taylor Swift's music, promising an unforgettable live band experience for Swifties everywhere. With lively covers of Taylor's expansive catalog, Let's Sing Taylor invites fans to immerse themselves in the magic of Taylor Swift's songs like never before.

“Taylor Swift's music has touched the hearts of millions, so we're excited to bring Let's Sing Taylor to the Kansas State Fair to provide fans with the Taylor Swift experience," said Kansas State Fair Manager Bryan Schulz.

Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. on Friday, May 24 at&nbsp;<a href="https://kansasstatefair.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=3e8ba81fdd03d1e38c02c0ae6&amp;id=c860dee0c8&amp;e=3291b91fe2" target="_blank">KansasStateFair.com.</a>&nbsp;Anyone signed up for Kansas State Fair emails can get access to tickets with a presale code, starting at 10 a.m. on Thursday, May 23. Sign up for emails at&nbsp;<a href="https://kansasstatefair.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=3e8ba81fdd03d1e38c02c0ae6&amp;id=09599dabd7&amp;e=3291b91fe2" target="_blank">kansasstatefair.com.​</a>

<a href="https://kansasstatefair.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=3e8ba81fdd03d1e38c02c0ae6&amp;id=09599dabd7&amp;e=3291b91fe2" target="_blank"></a>The show will be Tuesday, September 10, 2024, at 7:30 p.m.&nbsp;

New in 2024 – Expanded Standing Area:​

The Kansas State Fair is pleased to unveil an improvement to the Grandstand that promises to enhance the overall&nbsp;event experience for attendees. This year, the stage will be repositioned to create space for an extended party pit in the lower&nbsp;track area. This expansion not only boosts overall capacity but also provides more concert enthusiasts the chance to enjoy the&nbsp;excitement up close.

Reserved seating in the Grandstand is $20. ​

Get up close to the stage! The Kansas Star Casino Track Party Pit area gives concertgoers the opportunity to be on the floor, standing right in front&nbsp;of the stage. Each ticket is $25.&nbsp;

Kansas Star Casino VIP Deck – Standing&nbsp;

Want the ultimate VIP treatment? This ticket package includes access to the Kansas Stare Casino VIP Deck area, two beverage coupons,&nbsp;complimentary appetizers and finger foods within the VIP Deck, and early entrance to the Grandstand. Each VIP Standing ticket&nbsp;is $55.&nbsp;

Kansas Star Casino VIP Deck – Reserved Table​

Get all your friends together with the VIP experience! Reserve a table on our Kansas Star Casino VIP Deck to enjoy the show from a private table that seats six. In addition to a reserved table for six, this package provides two beverage coupons per person, complimentary appetizers and finger foods&nbsp;within the VIP Deck area prior to the show, and early entrance to the Grandstand. Each VIP Reserved Table is $360.​

NOTE: Each grandstand ticket includes a gate admission scan. Ticket will be valid on date of event only.&nbsp;

To purchase tickets or for more information, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://kansasstatefair.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=3e8ba81fdd03d1e38c02c0ae6&amp;id=e39619bd20&amp;e=3291b91fe2" target="_blank">kansasstatefair.com</a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;the Ticket Office (620) 669-3618. &nbsp;

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 </figure>Kansas State FairHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Get ready to sing your heart out and celebrate the music of Taylor Swift like never before! The 2024 Kansas State Fair is thrilled to announce Let's Sing Taylor: A Live Band Experience, as the next act in the 2024 Nex-Tech Concert Series. The concert will be Tuesday, September 10 at 7:30 PM.Let's Sing Taylor brings the ultimate tribute to Taylor Swift's music, promising an unforgettable live band experience for Swifties everywhere. With lively covers of Taylor's expansive catalog, Let's Sing Taylor invites fans to immerse themselves in the magic of Taylor Swift's songs like never before.“Taylor Swift's music has touched the hearts of millions, so we're excited to bring Let's Sing Taylor to the Kansas State Fair to provide fans with the Taylor Swift experience," said Kansas State Fair Manager Bryan Schulz.Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. on Friday, May 24 at&nbsp;<a href="https://kansasstatefair.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=3e8ba81fdd03d1e38c02c0ae6&amp;id=c860dee0c8&amp;e=3291b91fe2" target="_blank">KansasStateFair.com.</a>&nbsp;Anyone signed up for Kansas State Fair emails can get access to tickets with a presale code, starting at 10 a.m. on Thursday, May 23. Sign up for emails at&nbsp;<a href="https://kansasstatefair.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=3e8ba81fdd03d1e38c02c0ae6&amp;id=09599dabd7&amp;e=3291b91fe2" target="_blank">kansasstatefair.com.​</a><a href="https://kansasstatefair.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=3e8ba81fdd03d1e38c02c0ae6&amp;id=09599dabd7&amp;e=3291b91fe2" target="_blank"></a>The show will be Tuesday, September 10, 2024, at 7:30 p.m.&nbsp;New in 2024 – Expanded Standing Area:​The Kansas State Fair is pleased to unveil an improvement to the Grandstand that promises to enhance the overall&nbsp;event experience for attendees. This year, the stage will be repositioned to create space for an extended party pit in the lower&nbsp;track area. This expansion not only boosts overall capacity but also provides more concert enthusiasts the chance to enjoy the&nbsp;excitement up close.Ticket Options:​Grandstand SeatingReserved seating in the Grandstand is $20. ​Kansas Star Casino Track Party PitGet up close to the stage! The Kansas Star Casino Track Party Pit area gives concertgoers the opportunity to be on the floor, standing right in front&nbsp;of the stage. Each ticket is $25.&nbsp;Kansas Star Casino VIP Deck – Standing&nbsp;Want the ultimate VIP treatment? This ticket package includes access to the Kansas Stare Casino VIP Deck area, two beverage coupons,&nbsp;complimentary appetizers and finger foods within the VIP Deck, and early entrance to the Grandstand. Each VIP Standing ticket&nbsp;is $55.&nbsp;Kansas Star Casino VIP Deck – Reserved Table​Get all your friends together with the VIP experience! Reserve a table on our Kansas Star Casino VIP Deck to enjoy the show from a private table that seats six. In addition to a reserved table for six, this package provides two beverage coupons per person, complimentary appetizers and finger foods&nbsp;within the VIP Deck area prior to the show, and early entrance to the Grandstand. Each VIP Reserved Table is $360.​NOTE: Each grandstand ticket includes a gate admission scan. Ticket will be valid on date of event only.&nbsp;To purchase tickets or for more information, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://kansasstatefair.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=3e8ba81fdd03d1e38c02c0ae6&amp;id=e39619bd20&amp;e=3291b91fe2" target="_blank">kansasstatefair.com</a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;the Ticket Office (620) 669-3618. &nbsp;

Let's Sing Taylor: Live Band Experience to play at the 2024 Kansas State Fair

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — At its peak, there were over 18,000 residents in Hutchinson without power Sunday night according to the Evergy outage map, after a severe thunderstorm packing 86 mile per hour winds as measured at the Hutchinson Airport came through between 7 p.m. and 8 p.m. The gust was measured at 7:40 p.m.

As of 8 a.m. Monday, there were still 14 traffic signals in the City of Hutchinson that were out, with four more dependent on generator power. A traffic signal that is out with no colors showing should be treated as a four way stop.

Also, as of 8 a.m. Monday, power was slowly being restored to lift stations in the city, with 20 out at the storm's peak and there were still 12 out as of that time.

According to a 9:45 a.m. update from the City of Hutchinson, the City Manager, Public Works Director, Forestry Superintendent, and Street Superintendent are currently forming an evaluation team to assess the extent of the damage and determine the city's response. 

Residents are responsible for removing limbs from their properties. City crews have been working overnight to clear streets, pushing limbs into yards. The Forestry Division is assisting when downed limbs are touching private property such as cars or mailboxes. 

Tree limb drop off sites will be announced later today, if necessary.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Reno County Emergency Management said as of 8:30 a.m., there are several roadways closed, electrical lines down, and broken tree limbs scattered all over the county.  Crews are working as quickly as possible to clean up debris and open roadways.  

"Thank you to our dispatchers, responders, public works personnel, and line crews who have worked around the clock," Emergency Management added.

Power was lost to both Country 102.9 and KWBW's transmitter sites as the storm rolled through, with Country 102.9 coming back on overnight at KWBW coming back on just before midnight at reduced power. There were reports of extensive tree damage in both Hutchinson and Newton and Halstead Fire and EMS in Harvey County reported that community had tornado damage.

There are still ongoing safety concerns such as downed power lines or debris in roads which are being responded to as resources allow.

The City of Newton noted online, in Greenwood Cemetery, many large trees are down and roads are blocked. Please avoid the cemetery while they work to clean up. Please wait to place Memorial Day decorations until late this week so crews can mow and trim after the trees are cleared.

There was also significant damage in Burrton, with Highway 50 shut down between Yoder Road and the Harvey County line Sunday night due to a chemical leak. Haven Road was also closed due to power poles down east of town.

Harvey County Emergency Management and its emergency partners continue assessing significant storm damage across the county from severe weather May 19.

No injuries have been reported in Harvey County. Several damaged buildings have been reported throughout the county.

Burrton residents were asked to shelter in place due to a possible chemical leak at a damaged oil facility west of the city. The alert was issued just after 9 p.m. Sunday. The order was lifted just after 11 p.m.&nbsp;

Harvey County has issued a verbal disaster declaration due to the weather damage. Disaster declarations aid with coordination of resources if needed.

Haven Police posted Sunday night that there is damage to various structures throughout that city.&nbsp;

Hutch Post will update this story as more details become available.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1716172381299.jpeg" alt="There was extensive tree damage throughout Hutchinson as a result of a severe thunderstorm Sunday night, May 19, 2024. This tree was down near St. Theresa's Church in Hutchinson. Photo by Emmie Boese." />
 <figcaption>There was extensive tree damage throughout Hutchinson as a result of a severe thunderstorm Sunday night, May 19, 2024. This tree was down near St. Theresa's Church in Hutchinson. Photo by Emmie Boese.</figcaption>
 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — At its peak, there were over 18,000 residents in Hutchinson without power Sunday night according to the Evergy outage map, after a severe thunderstorm packing 86 mile per hour winds as measured at the Hutchinson Airport came through between 7 p.m. and 8 p.m. The gust was measured at 7:40 p.m.As of 8 a.m. Monday, there were still 14 traffic signals in the City of Hutchinson that were out, with four more dependent on generator power. A traffic signal that is out with no colors showing should be treated as a four way stop.Also, as of 8 a.m. Monday, power was slowly being restored to lift stations in the city, with 20 out at the storm's peak and there were still 12 out as of that time.According to a 9:45 a.m. update from the City of Hutchinson, the City Manager, Public Works Director, Forestry Superintendent, and Street Superintendent are currently forming an evaluation team to assess the extent of the damage and determine the city's response. Residents are responsible for removing limbs from their properties. City crews have been working overnight to clear streets, pushing limbs into yards. The Forestry Division is assisting when downed limbs are touching private property such as cars or mailboxes. Tree limb drop off sites will be announced later today, if necessary.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Reno County Emergency Management said as of 8:30 a.m., there are several roadways closed, electrical lines down, and broken tree limbs scattered all over the county. Crews are working as quickly as possible to clean up debris and open roadways. "Thank you to our dispatchers, responders, public works personnel, and line crews who have worked around the clock," Emergency Management added.Power was lost to both Country 102.9 and KWBW's transmitter sites as the storm rolled through, with Country 102.9 coming back on overnight at KWBW coming back on just before midnight at reduced power. There were reports of extensive tree damage in both Hutchinson and Newton and Halstead Fire and EMS in Harvey County reported that community had tornado damage.There are still ongoing safety concerns such as downed power lines or debris in roads which are being responded to as resources allow.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1716214851907.jpeg" alt="Greenwood Cemetery photo courtesy City of Newton." />
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 </figure>The City of Newton noted online, in Greenwood Cemetery, many large trees are down and roads are blocked. Please avoid the cemetery while they work to clean up. Please wait to place Memorial Day decorations until late this week so crews can mow and trim after the trees are cleared.There was also significant damage in Burrton, with Highway 50 shut down between Yoder Road and the Harvey County line Sunday night due to a chemical leak. Haven Road was also closed due to power poles down east of town.Harvey County Emergency Management and its emergency partners continue assessing significant storm damage across the county from severe weather May 19.No injuries have been reported in Harvey County. Several damaged buildings have been reported throughout the county.Burrton residents were asked to shelter in place due to a possible chemical leak at a damaged oil facility west of the city. The alert was issued just after 9 p.m. Sunday. The order was lifted just after 11 p.m.&nbsp;Harvey County has issued a verbal disaster declaration due to the weather damage. Disaster declarations aid with coordination of resources if needed.Haven Police posted Sunday night that there is damage to various structures throughout that city.&nbsp;Hutch Post will update this story as more details become available.<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; &nbsp;

Sunday night storm packs 86 mph wind, causes thousands to lose power

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — With thousands of people still without power Monday, Evergy posted online the way it works through which areas to fix first. That information is below:

Here’s how our teams work through these storms:

Prioritization of Repairs: We work to restore power to the largest number of customers quickly and prioritize critical infrastructure. If main lines need repairs, crews will work on those first as they are necessary to get power delivered into neighborhoods.

Assessment and Damage Evaluation: Our crews will identify the causes of an outage and inspect affected infrastructure. We’ll deploy crews to work to restore power after assessment is done.

You can report an outage and keep up with outage updates by downloading the Evergy mobile app: <a href="https://www.evergy.com/about-evergy/mobile-app?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR2CyYF7w0JuTCDteQhZ9ol5jRTN4zyP5LSuyILmBPPbrEMEBQTMzQ6TjEs_aem_AWyg0nJN1YMpZo6QxJUqhNIQzbLC9k4Bkoj0qs0XYaWThA2asXmgr_5CcAaJfjLjTqelq9LGDdBGUfeYl6_uUzs0" target="_blank">https://www.evergy.com/about-evergy/mobile-app</a>

<a href="https://www.evergy.com/about-evergy/mobile-app?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR2CyYF7w0JuTCDteQhZ9ol5jRTN4zyP5LSuyILmBPPbrEMEBQTMzQ6TjEs_aem_AWyg0nJN1YMpZo6QxJUqhNIQzbLC9k4Bkoj0qs0XYaWThA2asXmgr_5CcAaJfjLjTqelq9LGDdBGUfeYl6_uUzs0" target="_blank"></a>Here's how you can stay safe during a power outage during a severe storm:

Community Support: People come first. Check on your neighbors, especially those who may need extra assistance like the elderly or disabled.

Downed power lines: Please stay at least 35 feet away from downed power lines or limbs on lines. Please do not try to remove tree limbs or brush from downed lines or anywhere near power lines. Please assume that any downed line is energized. If you have an emergency, please call 911.

Stay Informed: Keep your phone charged. Follow updates from local authorities and your utility company for restoration times and safety advice.

Smart Food Management: Avoid opening refrigerators and freezers frequently to keep food cold longer. Have non-perishable snacks accessible.

Backup Plans: If you have a generator, use it safely, following manufacturer guidelines. Ensure proper ventilation to prevent carbon monoxide buildup.

You can track outages at <a href="https://outagemap.evergy.com/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR37_iaA3M81n-t3H7uTEbVR8tqXWP6gPpv43v_klEL8mapB8fsujrvg4Wo_aem_AWy2gLfJRM5fy2lRSETnlO7Kfe8CBO6_YDk0d74tyGdVnMoLznJ1nPpED2MUhGwEn6zLJL0Ru184OvFiRyYM_UYz" target="_blank">https://outagemap.evergy.com/</a> or by downloading the Evergy mobile app: <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.evergy.com%2Fabout-evergy%2Fmobile-app%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR2CyYF7w0JuTCDteQhZ9ol5jRTN4zyP5LSuyILmBPPbrEMEBQTMzQ6TjEs_aem_AWyg0nJN1YMpZo6QxJUqhNIQzbLC9k4Bkoj0qs0XYaWThA2asXmgr_5CcAaJfjLjTqelq9LGDdBGUfeYl6_uUzs0&amp;h=AT0pywucdutqoAqdVUfHTpyOvdTpfxBrSKYYb8-nOBLWInOmrI0XfShqDBsieD6zsBDZe2r80L9k5sicTmfqEeyTnMlcHeLl1DGZURILfpE74fK1hRxZrcv9BQkL2aHBiQ&amp;__tn__=-UK-R&amp;c[0]=AT121Hcn5qi-gzt7UBzQzLQAfNudtYXNoEvZcmPIyc1Ldk9Z-AfMfL812_Z0Q1pgUftLoNEoP_i65cC1OirikBLH_7HMA4LHKbqxh4QaCqVvFaQGBsyoyR2FkOoe9_LBUnzd1SrpquEAV0x919m9qh3ojn6r1fCx3e6mNu5lu5D_lPUG98AeYL-XporxCVczdLzZcMSbdXww7IN18NsFGjxZDaH6gTJo_cIq019X" target="_blank">https://www.evergy.com/about-evergy/mobile-app</a>

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1716212377437.jpeg" alt="Outages as of 8:30 a.m. on May 20, 2024. Graphic courtesy Evergy Outage Map." />
 <figcaption>Outages as of 8:30 a.m. on May 20, 2024. Graphic courtesy Evergy Outage Map.</figcaption>
 </figure>EvergyHUTCHINSON, Kan. — With thousands of people still without power Monday, Evergy posted online the way it works through which areas to fix first. That information is below:Here’s how our teams work through these storms:Prioritization of Repairs: We work to restore power to the largest number of customers quickly and prioritize critical infrastructure. If main lines need repairs, crews will work on those first as they are necessary to get power delivered into neighborhoods.Assessment and Damage Evaluation: Our crews will identify the causes of an outage and inspect affected infrastructure. We’ll deploy crews to work to restore power after assessment is done.You can report an outage and keep up with outage updates by downloading the Evergy mobile app: <a href="https://www.evergy.com/about-evergy/mobile-app?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR2CyYF7w0JuTCDteQhZ9ol5jRTN4zyP5LSuyILmBPPbrEMEBQTMzQ6TjEs_aem_AWyg0nJN1YMpZo6QxJUqhNIQzbLC9k4Bkoj0qs0XYaWThA2asXmgr_5CcAaJfjLjTqelq9LGDdBGUfeYl6_uUzs0" target="_blank">https://www.evergy.com/about-evergy/mobile-app</a><a href="https://www.evergy.com/about-evergy/mobile-app?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR2CyYF7w0JuTCDteQhZ9ol5jRTN4zyP5LSuyILmBPPbrEMEBQTMzQ6TjEs_aem_AWyg0nJN1YMpZo6QxJUqhNIQzbLC9k4Bkoj0qs0XYaWThA2asXmgr_5CcAaJfjLjTqelq9LGDdBGUfeYl6_uUzs0" target="_blank"></a>Here's how you can stay safe during a power outage during a severe storm:Community Support: People come first. Check on your neighbors, especially those who may need extra assistance like the elderly or disabled.Downed power lines: Please stay at least 35 feet away from downed power lines or limbs on lines. Please do not try to remove tree limbs or brush from downed lines or anywhere near power lines. Please assume that any downed line is energized. If you have an emergency, please call 911.Stay Informed: Keep your phone charged. Follow updates from local authorities and your utility company for restoration times and safety advice.Smart Food Management: Avoid opening refrigerators and freezers frequently to keep food cold longer. Have non-perishable snacks accessible.Backup Plans: If you have a generator, use it safely, following manufacturer guidelines. Ensure proper ventilation to prevent carbon monoxide buildup.You can track outages at <a href="https://outagemap.evergy.com/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR37_iaA3M81n-t3H7uTEbVR8tqXWP6gPpv43v_klEL8mapB8fsujrvg4Wo_aem_AWy2gLfJRM5fy2lRSETnlO7Kfe8CBO6_YDk0d74tyGdVnMoLznJ1nPpED2MUhGwEn6zLJL0Ru184OvFiRyYM_UYz" target="_blank">https://outagemap.evergy.com/</a> or by downloading the Evergy mobile app: <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.evergy.com%2Fabout-evergy%2Fmobile-app%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR2CyYF7w0JuTCDteQhZ9ol5jRTN4zyP5LSuyILmBPPbrEMEBQTMzQ6TjEs_aem_AWyg0nJN1YMpZo6QxJUqhNIQzbLC9k4Bkoj0qs0XYaWThA2asXmgr_5CcAaJfjLjTqelq9LGDdBGUfeYl6_uUzs0&amp;h=AT0pywucdutqoAqdVUfHTpyOvdTpfxBrSKYYb8-nOBLWInOmrI0XfShqDBsieD6zsBDZe2r80L9k5sicTmfqEeyTnMlcHeLl1DGZURILfpE74fK1hRxZrcv9BQkL2aHBiQ&amp;__tn__=-UK-R&amp;c[0]=AT121Hcn5qi-gzt7UBzQzLQAfNudtYXNoEvZcmPIyc1Ldk9Z-AfMfL812_Z0Q1pgUftLoNEoP_i65cC1OirikBLH_7HMA4LHKbqxh4QaCqVvFaQGBsyoyR2FkOoe9_LBUnzd1SrpquEAV0x919m9qh3ojn6r1fCx3e6mNu5lu5D_lPUG98AeYL-XporxCVczdLzZcMSbdXww7IN18NsFGjxZDaH6gTJo_cIq019X" target="_blank">https://www.evergy.com/about-evergy/mobile-app</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;

Evergy explains priorities during large outages

WICHITA, Kan. — Today, renowned musician, actor, and entertainer Justin Timberlake has announced the nine final added performances of 2024 on his momentous The Forget Tomorrow World Tour. Now spanning more than 55 cities, Timberlake's tour has sold more than one million tickets thus far across the 85+ performances. Full routing and ticketing information is available below.  

The news follows a phenomenal response to the initial tour announcement, with multiple sell outs and incredible fan demand that garnered the addition of numerous second and third shows across the globe. On Justin's first tour in five years, the unstoppable showman delivers a flawless performance, captivating fans across the two hours of back-to-back timeless hits and new favorites off his new sixth studio album Everything I Thought It Was. 

The medley style performance of 29 songs across two stages includes a stacked set of fan-favorites like “My Love,” “Cry Me a River,” “Suit &amp; Tie,” “Rock Your Body,” “SexyBack” and more, including “Technicolor,” “Infinity Sex,” “Imagination,” “Drown,” “My Favorite Drug,” “Play” and “Flame” off of his new sixth studio album Everything I Thought It Was. The night concludes with a jaw-dropping performance of “Mirrors” where Timberlake floats over the audience on the LED screen of tiny mirrors. The screen tilts in multiple angles, allowing Timberlake to lean toward the crowd during the last chorus singalong.

TICKETS: Tickets for the newly-added shows will be available starting with Verizon and Citi (details below) on Tuesday, May 21, through Wednesday, May 22. The general onsale begins this Thursday, May 23, at 10 a.m. on <a href="http://justintimberlake.com">justintimberlake.com</a>. Tickets for the INTRUST Bank Arena show on Dec. 8 can be purchased online at <a href="http://www.selectaseat.com">www.selectaseat.com</a>, by phone at 855-755-SEAT (7328) or in person at the Select-A-Seat Box Office at INTRUST Bank Arena.

CITI PRESALE: Citi is the official card of The Forget Tomorrow World Tour. Citi cardmembers will have access to presale tickets for the newly-added shows beginning Tuesday, May 21, at 10 a.m. until Wednesday, May 22, at 5 p.m. through the Citi Entertainment program. For complete presale details, visit <a href="http://www.citientertainment.com">www.citientertainment.com</a>.

VERIZON PRESALE: Verizon will offer customers presale access for the Justin Timberlake Forget Tomorrow World Tour for applicable U.S. dates through Verizon Up. Customers will have access to purchase presale tickets for the newly-added shows beginning Tuesday, May 21, at 10 a.m. until Wednesday, May 22, at 5 p.m. For more details, visit Verizon Up. 

VIP: The tour also offers a variety of VIP packages and experiences for fans to take their concert experience to the next level at all shows. Packages vary but include tickets in the exclusive VIP Stage Bar section located next to the b-stage with in-seat service throughout the night, specially designed VIP gift item, early entrance into the venue and more. For additional information, visit <a href="http://vipnation.com">vipnation.com</a>.

THE FORGET TOMORROW WORLD TOUR 2024 DATES:  

April 29 – Vancouver, BC – Rogers Arena  

May 2 – Seattle, WA – Climate Pledge Arena — SOLD OUT 

May 3 – Seattle, WA – Climate Pledge Arena  

May 6 – San Jose, CA – SAP Center at San Jose — SOLD OUT 

May 7 – San Jose, CA – SAP Center at San Jose  

May 10 – Las Vegas, NV – T-Mobile Arena — SOLD OUT 

May 11 – Las Vegas, NV – T-Mobile Arena  

May 14 – San Diego, CA – Pechanga Arena San Diego — SOLD OUT 

May 17 – Inglewood, CA – Kia Forum — SOLD OUT 

May 18 – Inglewood, CA – Kia Forum — SOLD OUT 

May 21 – Phoenix, AZ – Footprint Center — SOLD OUT 

May 29 – San Antonio, TX – Frost Bank Center  

June 4 – Fort Worth, TX – Dickies Arena — SOLD OUT 

June 6 – Tulsa, OK – BOK Center — SOLD OUT 

June 10 – Atlanta, GA – State Farm Arena — SOLD OUT 

June 12 – Raleigh, NC – PNC Arena — SOLD OUT 

June 14 – Tampa, FL – Amalie Arena — SOLD OUT 

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 </figure>INTRUST Bank ArenaWICHITA, Kan. — Today, renowned musician, actor, and entertainer Justin Timberlake has announced the nine final added performances of 2024 on his momentous The Forget Tomorrow World Tour. Now spanning more than 55 cities, Timberlake's tour has sold more than one million tickets thus far across the 85+ performances. Full routing and ticketing information is available below. The news follows a phenomenal response to the initial tour announcement, with multiple sell outs and incredible fan demand that garnered the addition of numerous second and third shows across the globe. On Justin's first tour in five years, the unstoppable showman delivers a flawless performance, captivating fans across the two hours of back-to-back timeless hits and new favorites off his new sixth studio album Everything I Thought It Was. The medley style performance of 29 songs across two stages includes a stacked set of fan-favorites like “My Love,” “Cry Me a River,” “Suit &amp; Tie,” “Rock Your Body,” “SexyBack” and more, including “Technicolor,” “Infinity Sex,” “Imagination,” “Drown,” “My Favorite Drug,” “Play” and “Flame” off of his new sixth studio album Everything I Thought It Was. The night concludes with a jaw-dropping performance of “Mirrors” where Timberlake floats over the audience on the LED screen of tiny mirrors. The screen tilts in multiple angles, allowing Timberlake to lean toward the crowd during the last chorus singalong.TICKETS: Tickets for the newly-added shows will be available starting with Verizon and Citi (details below) on Tuesday, May 21, through Wednesday, May 22. The general onsale begins this Thursday, May 23, at 10 a.m. on <a href="http://justintimberlake.com">justintimberlake.com</a>. Tickets for the INTRUST Bank Arena show on Dec. 8 can be purchased online at <a href="http://www.selectaseat.com">www.selectaseat.com</a>, by phone at 855-755-SEAT (7328) or in person at the Select-A-Seat Box Office at INTRUST Bank Arena.  CITI PRESALE: Citi is the official card of The Forget Tomorrow World Tour. Citi cardmembers will have access to presale tickets for the newly-added shows beginning Tuesday, May 21, at 10 a.m. until Wednesday, May 22, at 5 p.m. through the Citi Entertainment program. For complete presale details, visit <a href="http://www.citientertainment.com">www.citientertainment.com</a>. VERIZON PRESALE: Verizon will offer customers presale access for the Justin Timberlake Forget Tomorrow World Tour for applicable U.S. dates through Verizon Up. Customers will have access to purchase presale tickets for the newly-added shows beginning Tuesday, May 21, at 10 a.m. until Wednesday, May 22, at 5 p.m. For more details, visit Verizon Up. VIP: The tour also offers a variety of VIP packages and experiences for fans to take their concert experience to the next level at all shows. Packages vary but include tickets in the exclusive VIP Stage Bar section located next to the b-stage with in-seat service throughout the night, specially designed VIP gift item, early entrance into the venue and more. For additional information, visit <a href="http://vipnation.com">vipnation.com</a>. THE FORGET TOMORROW WORLD TOUR 2024 DATES: *New shows listed in bold NORTH AMERICA – SUMMER 2024 April 29 – Vancouver, BC – Rogers Arena May 2 – Seattle, WA – Climate Pledge Arena — SOLD OUT May 3 – Seattle, WA – Climate Pledge Arena May 6 – San Jose, CA – SAP Center at San Jose — SOLD OUT May 7 – San Jose, CA – SAP Center at San Jose May 10 – Las Vegas, NV – T-Mobile Arena — SOLD OUT May 11 – Las Vegas, NV – T-Mobile Arena May 14 – San Diego, CA – Pechanga Arena San Diego — SOLD OUT May 17 – Inglewood, CA – Kia Forum — SOLD OUT May 18 – Inglewood, CA – Kia Forum — SOLD OUT May 21 – Phoenix, AZ – Footprint Center — SOLD OUT May 29 – San Antonio, TX – Frost Bank Center May 31 – Austin, TX – Moody Center June 1 – Austin, TX – Moody Center June 4 – Fort Worth, TX – Dickies Arena — SOLD OUT June 6 – Tulsa, OK – BOK Center — SOLD OUT June 10 – Atlanta, GA – State Farm Arena — SOLD OUT June 12 – Raleigh, NC – PNC Arena — SOLD OUT June 14 – Tampa, FL – Amalie Arena — SOLD OUT June 15 – Miami, FL – Kaseya Center June 21 – Chicago, IL – United Center — SOLD OUT June 22 – Chicago, IL – United Center — SOLD OUT June 25 – New York, NY – Madison Square Garden — SOLD OUT June 26 – New York, NY – Madison Square Garden — SOLD OUT June 29 – Boston, MA – TD Garden — SOLD OUT June 30 – Boston, MA – TD Garden — SOLD OUT July 3 – Baltimore, MD – CFG Bank Arena — SOLD OUT July 4 – Hershey, PA – Hersheypark Stadium July 7 – Cleveland, OH – Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse — SOLD OUT July 9 – Lexington, KY – Rupp Arena — SOLD OUT EUROPE/UK – SUMMER 2024 July 26 – Kraków, PL – TAURON Arena Kraków July 27 – Kraków, PL – TAURON Arena Kraków July 30 – Berlin, DE – Uber Arena – SOLD OUT July 31 – Berlin, DE – Uber Arena Aug. 3 – Antwerp, BE – Sportpaleis Antwerpen – SOLD OUT Aug. 4 – Antwerp, BE – Sportpaleis Antwerpen Aug. 7 – Birmingham, UK – Utilita Arena – SOLD OUT Aug. 8 – Manchester, UK – Co-op Live - SOLD OUT Aug. 11 – London, UK – The O2 – SOLD OUT Aug. 12 – London, UK – The O2 - SOLD OUT Aug. 15 – Amsterdam, NL – Ziggo Dome – SOLD OUT Aug. 16 – Amsterdam, NL – Ziggo Dome – SOLD OUT Aug. 19 – Amsterdam, NL – Ziggo Dome – SOLD OUT Aug. 21 – Munich, DE – Olympiahalle – SOLD OUT Aug. 22 – Munich, DE – Olympiahalle Aug. 25 – Cologne, DE – Lanxess Arena – SOLD OUT Aug. 26 – Cologne, DE – Lanxess Arena Aug. 29 – Copenhagen, DK – Royal Arena – SOLD OUT Aug. 30 – Copenhagen, DK – Royal Arena – SOLD OUT Sept. 2 – Stockholm, SE – Tele2 Arena Sept. 4 – Hamburg, DE – Barclays Arena – SOLD OUT Sept. 6 – Lyon – Décines, FR – LDLC Arena Sept. 7 – Lyon – Décines, FR – LDLC Arena NORTH AMERICA – FALL 2024 Oct. 4 – Montreal, QC – Centre Bell Oct. 7 – Brooklyn, NY – Barclays Center Oct. 8 – Newark, NJ – Prudential Center Oct. 11 – Philadelphia, PA – Wells Fargo Center – NEW SHOW Oct. 13 – Washington, DC – Capital One Arena Oct. 17 – Toronto, ON – Scotiabank Arena — SOLD OUT Oct. 18 – Toronto, ON – Scotiabank Arena Oct. 21 – Buffalo, NY – KeyBank Center Oct. 23 – Columbus, OH – Nationwide Arena Oct. 25 – Detroit, MI – Little Caesars Arena Oct. 27 – Chicago, IL – United Center Oct. 28 – Milwaukee, WI – Fiserv Forum – NEW SHOW Oct. 31 – St. Paul, MN – Xcel Energy Center – NEW SHOW Nov. 2 – Grand Rapids, MI – Van Andel Arena Nov. 8 – Sunrise, FL – Amerant Bank Arena Nov. 9 – Orlando, FL – Kia Center Nov. 12 – Jacksonville, FL – VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena – NEW SHOW Nov. 14 – Charlotte, NC – Spectrum Center Nov. 16 – Atlanta, GA – State Farm Arena Nov. 19 – Knoxville, TN – Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center Nov. 20 – Louisville, KY – KFC Yum! Center Nov. 23 – Memphis, TN – FedExForum Nov. 25 – New Orleans, LA – Smoothie King Center – NEW SHOW Dec. 2 – Oklahoma City, OK – Paycom Center – NEW SHOW Dec. 4 – Houston, TX – Toyota Center Dec. 6 – Dallas, TX – American Airlines Center Dec. 8 – Wichita, KS – INTRUST Bank Arena – NEW SHOW Dec. 10 – North Little Rock, AR – Simmons Bank Arena Dec. 12 – Nashville, TN – Bridgestone Arena Dec. 14 – Pittsburgh, PA – PPG Paints Arena Dec. 16 – Indianapolis, IN – Gainbridge Fieldhouse Dec. 19 – St. Louis, MO – Enterprise Center – NEW SHOW Dec. 20 – Kansas City, MO – T-Mobile Center – NEW SHOW ABOUT JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE:Justin Timberlake is a multi-talented entertainer, recording artist, record producer, songwriter and actor. Throughout his career, he’s sold more than 54 million albums and 63 million singles globally, and a further 70 million records as the lead vocalist of *NSYNC. Justin has won 10 GRAMMY Awards across the pop, dance and R&amp;B genres, including his successful solo albums Man of the Woods, The 20/20 Experience, FutureSex/LoveSounds, and his debut solo album, Justified – as well as his collaborations with Jay-Z. He’s garnered more than 23 billion audio and video streams globally and won four Emmy Awards for his memorable stints on “Saturday Night Live.” On the big screen, he’s lent his voice to DreamWorks’ animated franchise phenomena TROLLS, including the third installment, 2023’s TROLLS BAND TOGETHER. His hit record “Can’t Stop the Feeling!” from TROLLS was nominated for “Best Original Song” at the 2017 Academy Awards.<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;

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