HUTCHINSON, Kan. — There are still spots for Session Two of the Hutchinson Art Center's Summer Art Camp. Session Two will start on Monday, July 17th and go through July 28th. 

Group A (ages 6-9) are meeting at 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. and Group B (ages 10-13) are meeting from 11:00 a.m to noon Monday through Thursday, with free open art studio being from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. on Friday for students wanting to finish projects they started earlier in the week.

There are still plenty of spaces open for our July classes. For more information and to register, please visit the Hutchinson Art Center's website at <a href="https://www.hutchinsonartcenter.net/kids-summer-art-camp?fbclid=IwAR1PibYotPuMpCPSGJ080i3I0XYy7ULGkxUrrXLISjNyjk9r-yQazLMxCE0" target="_blank">https://www.hutchinsonartcenter.net/kids-summer-art-camp</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Hutchinson Art CenterHUTCHINSON, Kan. — There are still spots for Session Two of the Hutchinson Art Center's Summer Art Camp. Session Two will start on Monday, July 17th and go through July 28th. Group A (ages 6-9) are meeting at 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. and Group B (ages 10-13) are meeting from 11:00 a.m to noon Monday through Thursday, with free open art studio being from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. on Friday for students wanting to finish projects they started earlier in the week.There are still plenty of spaces open for our July classes. For more information and to register, please visit the Hutchinson Art Center's website at <a href="https://www.hutchinsonartcenter.net/kids-summer-art-camp?fbclid=IwAR1PibYotPuMpCPSGJ080i3I0XYy7ULGkxUrrXLISjNyjk9r-yQazLMxCE0" target="_blank">https://www.hutchinsonartcenter.net/kids-summer-art-camp</a>.&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;

Hutchinson Art Center July Summer Art Camp still has spots

NEWTON, Kan. —&nbsp;The Sand Creek Summer Daze Festival is coming up in Newton, taking place on July 7 and July 8. The Sand Creek Summer Daze Festival’s 2023 theme is Sun, Surf &amp; Sand Creek.&nbsp;

The Sand Creek Summer Daze Festival is a dynamic summer festival, encouraging Newton and surrounding communities to celebrate and discover numerous fun and enjoyable events bundled together on the banks of Sand Creek.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Sand Creek Festival, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) that originated in 2017 to promote and establish fun, endearing and educational local community-based events in the Newton, Kansas area.&nbsp;

Sand Creek Festival, Inc. also uses its physical inventory and resources to help other local festivals and organizations which include: The Newton Kiwanis Club, Sedgwick Fall Festival, 2019 Newton High School Graduation Party, 2021 Newton High School Prom, Harvey County Now Blues, Brews &amp; BBQ Event, Koerner Heights Youth Group, and the Harvey County United Way Chill Cook-off.&nbsp;

This year, Sand Creek Festival, Inc.&nbsp;will assist the Slate Creek PTO in raising money for the Slate Creek Inclusive Playground Project by using their brand-new Waterfall Dunk Tank. Instead of someone&nbsp;falling in a ton of water, a ton of water is dumped on particpants.&nbsp;

Caring Hands Humane Society will once again benefit from the Weiner Dog Races and costume contest at the festival. Bring your pet&nbsp;to run or dress to impress.&nbsp;

Events during the festival will range from entertaining to deliciously delectable, as well as competitive to educational. &nbsp;

The festival will boast multiple stage concerts and individual music performances. This year’s shows will be “for the girlz” with ladies taking the spotlight this year at the&nbsp;Country on the Creek Concert. Additionally, as part of this year's theme, this year’s Sand Creek Charli is a woman. &nbsp;

<a href="https://sandcreeksummerdaze.com/sand-creek-charlie/" target="_blank">Sand Creek Charli</a> is&nbsp;the real-life ambassador of the festival, based on the original who&nbsp;resided in Newton long ago.&nbsp;

<a href="https://sandcreeksummerdaze.com/sand-creek-charlie/" target="_blank">Rachel Bachman</a> is the first female Sand Creek Charli. &nbsp;

For those with a competitive streak, they can participate in the sand volleyball tournament or the water balloon challenge. &nbsp;

Summer Daze festivalgoers can&nbsp;casually stroll through the festival grounds to watch artists create murals featuring the beauty of Sand Creek and the Newton area. &nbsp;

Treat the taste buds with great food and beverages of all types or simply take a rest and watch a “heated” ice cream eating contest with free ice cream for all afterward. &nbsp;

Children can take a ride on the Sand Creek Sentinel, the official barrel train of Summer Daze or participate in water balloon launching. There will be several talent performances including dazzling magicians and ventriloquists.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Other activities include a Ford Mustang car show and the Ponies of the New West. &nbsp;

Finally, families can bring the kids into the YMCA Time Out 4 Kids adventure area with fun, interactive, athletic and educational activities.&nbsp;While there, stop and say ‘hi’ to this year’s&nbsp;Sand Creek Charli. &nbsp;

The festival also holds an over-21 craft brew area following the theme of each year's festival.&nbsp;

A Sand Creek Summer Daze Button must&nbsp;be purchased to enter festival grounds. Most events are free with the purchase of a button. Some events will have&nbsp;an extra fee attached. A list of events can be found at the <a href="https://sandcreeksummerdaze.com/saturday-evets/" target="_blank">Sand Creek Festival Summer Daze website</a>. &nbsp;

The Sand Creek Summer Daze Festival will take place at Athletic Park located at 700 W. 1st St. in Newton, Kansas.  &nbsp;

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 </figure>NEWTON, Kan. —&nbsp;The Sand Creek Summer Daze Festival is coming up in Newton, taking place on July 7 and July 8. The Sand Creek Summer Daze Festival’s 2023 theme is Sun, Surf &amp; Sand Creek.&nbsp;The Sand Creek Summer Daze Festival is a dynamic summer festival, encouraging Newton and surrounding communities to celebrate and discover numerous fun and enjoyable events bundled together on the banks of Sand Creek.&nbsp;&nbsp;Sand Creek Festival, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) that originated in 2017 to promote and establish fun, endearing and educational local community-based events in the Newton, Kansas area.&nbsp;Sand Creek Festival, Inc. also uses its physical inventory and resources to help other local festivals and organizations which include: The Newton Kiwanis Club, Sedgwick Fall Festival, 2019 Newton High School Graduation Party, 2021 Newton High School Prom, Harvey County Now Blues, Brews &amp; BBQ Event, Koerner Heights Youth Group, and the Harvey County United Way Chill Cook-off.&nbsp;This year, Sand Creek Festival, Inc.&nbsp;will assist the Slate Creek PTO in raising money for the Slate Creek Inclusive Playground Project by using their brand-new Waterfall Dunk Tank. Instead of someone&nbsp;falling in a ton of water, a ton of water is dumped on particpants.&nbsp;Caring Hands Humane Society will once again benefit from the Weiner Dog Races and costume contest at the festival. Bring your pet&nbsp;to run or dress to impress.&nbsp;Events during the festival will range from entertaining to deliciously delectable, as well as competitive to educational. &nbsp;The festival will boast multiple stage concerts and individual music performances. This year’s shows will be “for the girlz” with ladies taking the spotlight this year at the&nbsp;Country on the Creek Concert. Additionally, as part of this year's theme, this year’s Sand Creek Charli is a woman. &nbsp;<a href="https://sandcreeksummerdaze.com/sand-creek-charlie/" target="_blank">Sand Creek Charli</a> is&nbsp;the real-life ambassador of the festival, based on the original who&nbsp;resided in Newton long ago.&nbsp;<a href="https://sandcreeksummerdaze.com/sand-creek-charlie/" target="_blank">Rachel Bachman</a> is the first female Sand Creek Charli. &nbsp;For those with a competitive streak, they can participate in the sand volleyball tournament or the water balloon challenge. &nbsp;Summer Daze festivalgoers can&nbsp;casually stroll through the festival grounds to watch artists create murals featuring the beauty of Sand Creek and the Newton area. &nbsp;Treat the taste buds with great food and beverages of all types or simply take a rest and watch a “heated” ice cream eating contest with free ice cream for all afterward. &nbsp;Children can take a ride on the Sand Creek Sentinel, the official barrel train of Summer Daze or participate in water balloon launching. There will be several talent performances including dazzling magicians and ventriloquists.&nbsp;&nbsp;Other activities include a Ford Mustang car show and the Ponies of the New West. &nbsp;Finally, families can bring the kids into the YMCA Time Out 4 Kids adventure area with fun, interactive, athletic and educational activities.&nbsp;While there, stop and say ‘hi’ to this year’s&nbsp;Sand Creek Charli. &nbsp;The festival also holds an over-21 craft brew area following the theme of each year's festival.&nbsp;A Sand Creek Summer Daze Button must&nbsp;be purchased to enter festival grounds. Most events are free with the purchase of a button. Some events will have&nbsp;an extra fee attached. A list of events can be found at the <a href="https://sandcreeksummerdaze.com/saturday-evets/" target="_blank">Sand Creek Festival Summer Daze website</a>. &nbsp;The Sand Creek Summer Daze Festival will take place at Athletic Park located at 700 W. 1st St. in Newton, Kansas. &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; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Sand Creek Summer Daze Festival this weekend

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — If there is a Hutchinson Community College sporting event happening in Hutchinson, you can almost guarantee that Jeff Emrick and Casey McLain are in the stands, rooting for the Dragons! Earlier in 2023, when Denny Stoecklein, Director of Marketing and Public Relations for HCC and TECH Board Member, had the idea for a collaboration with a TECH Artist to paint the HCC Dragon mascot for the college, both of these gentleman were natural choices for the TECH Artists to tackle the project.

When TECH Art Coach, Sam Carriker, started talking to Jeff and Casey about the commissioned piece and the vision for what they would look like, she knew she wanted to help them create pieces that complimented one another and at the same time, featured styles that each artist excelled at. “We wanted it to match the HCC Dragons logo and incorporate the school colors. Through the design process, we went off of what the clients were good at and enjoy doing for a technique,” said Sam. Casey is really good at dry brushing and therefore, his piece turned out like a spotlight. While Jeff can do dry brushing, his piece had more of a framed “feel,” which really complimented his skills and abilities!

“We were so excited to have the opportunity to collaborate with TECH and its art program on these paintings,” said Stoecklein. He went on to say, “Both Casey and Jeff are loyal Blue Dragon fans, and when we discovered their involvement in the program and their amazing talents, we knew we had to make this happen.”

Both pieces will hang on the HCC campus and the community will have the opportunity to purchase prints from the TECH Art Gallery, which are now available for pre-order by visiting the <a href="https://techinc.org/hccdragonsart">site for each piece</a>.

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 </figure>TECHHUTCHINSON, Kan. — If there is a Hutchinson Community College sporting event happening in Hutchinson, you can almost guarantee that Jeff Emrick and Casey McLain are in the stands, rooting for the Dragons! Earlier in 2023, when Denny Stoecklein, Director of Marketing and Public Relations for HCC and TECH Board Member, had the idea for a collaboration with a TECH Artist to paint the HCC Dragon mascot for the college, both of these gentleman were natural choices for the TECH Artists to tackle the project.When TECH Art Coach, Sam Carriker, started talking to Jeff and Casey about the commissioned piece and the vision for what they would look like, she knew she wanted to help them create pieces that complimented one another and at the same time, featured styles that each artist excelled at. “We wanted it to match the HCC Dragons logo and incorporate the school colors. Through the design process, we went off of what the clients were good at and enjoy doing for a technique,” said Sam. Casey is really good at dry brushing and therefore, his piece turned out like a spotlight. While Jeff can do dry brushing, his piece had more of a framed “feel,” which really complimented his skills and abilities!“We were so excited to have the opportunity to collaborate with TECH and its art program on these paintings,” said Stoecklein. He went on to say, “Both Casey and Jeff are loyal Blue Dragon fans, and when we discovered their involvement in the program and their amazing talents, we knew we had to make this happen.”Both pieces will hang on the HCC campus and the community will have the opportunity to purchase prints from the TECH Art Gallery, which are now available for pre-order by visiting the <a href="https://techinc.org/hccdragonsart">site for each piece</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; &nbsp; &nbsp;

TECH artists commissioned for Hutchinson Community College pieces

This is day 8 of the Kansas Wheat Harvest Reports, brought to you by the Kansas Wheat Commission, Kansas Association of Wheat Growers, Kansas Grain and Feed Association and the Kansas Cooperative Council.

Kansas wheat harvest is 46% complete, well behind 80% last year, and behind 63% for the five-year average, according to the official statistics provided by the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service in its crop progress report for the week ending July 2, 2023. Winter wheat conditions rated 51% very poor to poor, 33% fair and 16% good to excellent.&nbsp;

Hot temperatures through July 4th meant farmers were in the fields ahead of the widespread showers that moved in on the evening of the July 4th holiday.&nbsp;

In Ness County at the D.E. Bondurant Grain Company, Gary Gantz said during the 4th of July weekend, several producers were cutting wheat. Friday and Saturday were particularly busy days, especially for the Riverside location. Gantz predicted harvest will continue into late July.

Gantz stated farmers in the area who had not terminated their wheat were seeing slightly better yields than what they had initially thought. Yields ranged from 25 to 35 bushels per acre, with decent test weights and high proteins in the 12.5 to 14 percent range.&nbsp;

Last year, during the 2022 wheat harvest, which was another dry year for the Kansas wheat crop, Gantz recalled they only received about 50% of their normal amount of wheat. With the already dry conditions following 2022, the 2023 crop was off to less than ideal conditions that continued into harvest. This harvest, the elevator is seeing a mere 25% of normal wheat quantity. About 40-50% of the planted 2023 wheat crop in the area was abandoned. Although this wheat crop was very disappointing, with these late rains, Gantz noted the elevator remains optimistic for currently growing fall crops. One such rain event brought as much as three inches of rain.

Derek Sawyer, a Kansas Wheat Commission board member located in McPherson County, reports that he wrapped up his 2023 wheat harvest on July 1st, having started on June 15th. He adds that 85-90% of his county has also finished their harvest for this year.&nbsp;

“I had some really bad double crop that averaged 20 bushels per acre,” Sawyer said, noting his overall crop average was 48 bushels per acre.

An outstanding variety for Sawyer was WestBred 4699. His protein was 14 percent, with test weights in the 58-60 pound range, just slightly below average. There was very little abandonment in the area, about 5-10%, due to the challenges of the spring freeze and hail. In addition to freeze damage and hail being an issue, thin wheat stands caused weed pressure to be more prevalent.&nbsp;

Kendall Poland, of the Sublette Co-op in Haskell County, said harvest has just really gotten started. Only one of his farmers has been able to get into the fields after these recent rains. The wheat crop is shaping up to be very minimal so far - almost 95% of dryland wheat acres were abandoned in the area. With wheat harvest only having just begun on Tuesday, June 27, and more rain in the forecast, wheat harvest might extend much further into the calendar than what anyone is used to.

Despite the slow start to harvest, Poland remarked how much of a blessing these rains have been to this parched area of Kansas. Hailstorms have torn through the area causing damage to corn and cotton acres. Although the hail wasn’t large, there was a lot of it.

With moisture still persisting, many parts of the state that have wheat left to cut will be delayed a few more days. Check back on July 10 as the Kansas Wheat crew continues to share results from the field with the next harvest report.&nbsp;

The 2023 Harvest Report is brought to you by the Kansas Wheat Commission, Kansas Association of Wheat Growers, Kansas Grain and Feed Association and the Kansas Cooperative Council. To follow along with harvest updates on Twitter, use #wheatharvest23. Tag us at @kansaswheat on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter to share your harvest story and photos.

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Kansas WheatThis is day 8 of the Kansas Wheat Harvest Reports, brought to you by the Kansas Wheat Commission, Kansas Association of Wheat Growers, Kansas Grain and Feed Association and the Kansas Cooperative Council.<figure>
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 </figure>Kansas wheat harvest is 46% complete, well behind 80% last year, and behind 63% for the five-year average, according to the official statistics provided by the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service in its crop progress report for the week ending July 2, 2023. Winter wheat conditions rated 51% very poor to poor, 33% fair and 16% good to excellent.&nbsp;Hot temperatures through July 4th meant farmers were in the fields ahead of the widespread showers that moved in on the evening of the July 4th holiday.&nbsp;In Ness County at the D.E. Bondurant Grain Company, Gary Gantz said during the 4th of July weekend, several producers were cutting wheat. Friday and Saturday were particularly busy days, especially for the Riverside location. Gantz predicted harvest will continue into late July.Gantz stated farmers in the area who had not terminated their wheat were seeing slightly better yields than what they had initially thought. Yields ranged from 25 to 35 bushels per acre, with decent test weights and high proteins in the 12.5 to 14 percent range.&nbsp;Last year, during the 2022 wheat harvest, which was another dry year for the Kansas wheat crop, Gantz recalled they only received about 50% of their normal amount of wheat. With the already dry conditions following 2022, the 2023 crop was off to less than ideal conditions that continued into harvest. This harvest, the elevator is seeing a mere 25% of normal wheat quantity. About 40-50% of the planted 2023 wheat crop in the area was abandoned. Although this wheat crop was very disappointing, with these late rains, Gantz noted the elevator remains optimistic for currently growing fall crops. One such rain event brought as much as three inches of rain.Derek Sawyer, a Kansas Wheat Commission board member located in McPherson County, reports that he wrapped up his 2023 wheat harvest on July 1st, having started on June 15th. He adds that 85-90% of his county has also finished their harvest for this year.&nbsp;“I had some really bad double crop that averaged 20 bushels per acre,” Sawyer said, noting his overall crop average was 48 bushels per acre.An outstanding variety for Sawyer was WestBred 4699. His protein was 14 percent, with test weights in the 58-60 pound range, just slightly below average. There was very little abandonment in the area, about 5-10%, due to the challenges of the spring freeze and hail. In addition to freeze damage and hail being an issue, thin wheat stands caused weed pressure to be more prevalent.&nbsp;Kendall Poland, of the Sublette Co-op in Haskell County, said harvest has just really gotten started. Only one of his farmers has been able to get into the fields after these recent rains. The wheat crop is shaping up to be very minimal so far - almost 95% of dryland wheat acres were abandoned in the area. With wheat harvest only having just begun on Tuesday, June 27, and more rain in the forecast, wheat harvest might extend much further into the calendar than what anyone is used to.Despite the slow start to harvest, Poland remarked how much of a blessing these rains have been to this parched area of Kansas. Hailstorms have torn through the area causing damage to corn and cotton acres. Although the hail wasn’t large, there was a lot of it.With moisture still persisting, many parts of the state that have wheat left to cut will be delayed a few more days. Check back on July 10 as the Kansas Wheat crew continues to share results from the field with the next harvest report.&nbsp;The 2023 Harvest Report is brought to you by the Kansas Wheat Commission, Kansas Association of Wheat Growers, Kansas Grain and Feed Association and the Kansas Cooperative Council. To follow along with harvest updates on Twitter, use #wheatharvest23. Tag us at @kansaswheat on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter to share your harvest story and photos.The 2023 Harvest Report is brought to you by the Kansas Wheat Commission, Kansas Association of Wheat Growers, Kansas Grain and Feed Association and the Kansas Cooperative Council. To follow along with harvest updates on Twitter, use #wheatharvest23. Tag us at @kansaswheat on&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001wV7RkyVGWAQvXCV9S80IKMXFp21e08WPEn4eco_SGtaK5OZcVjr8RRvB-4tFPW5pkYNqhCcVhRwa-fzNfJ-LaDsqtbruMvL_9fuPvWslp3rhATsOyqwtquI-D9uR1EyJhRiNwi8OBrCGXGl7PmLfyxco0sdvh2RP&amp;c=AlgHEgcd-37oMhiciFo4ypmQXbWizzWpZKtee-D9IR0ie2meg8K-fg==&amp;ch=lLQSXE_xjYoV5QfM2tqB0sMrblySavIq4fyHuL0gHrmmg52VBbHx_Q==" target="_blank">Facebook</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001wV7RkyVGWAQvXCV9S80IKMXFp21e08WPEn4eco_SGtaK5OZcVjr8ReOh_7vgXanlQBkK438g2mkDGGiOITvozriCakyhr423PTfWZoa3ccybVk9lRQo_ZzhGX04TcagAMSBcJehSj1HpsQ-7mlsEh0BixQw93dpp&amp;c=AlgHEgcd-37oMhiciFo4ypmQXbWizzWpZKtee-D9IR0ie2meg8K-fg==&amp;ch=lLQSXE_xjYoV5QfM2tqB0sMrblySavIq4fyHuL0gHrmmg52VBbHx_Q==" target="_blank">Instagram</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001wV7RkyVGWAQvXCV9S80IKMXFp21e08WPEn4eco_SGtaK5OZcVjr8RfDaasAkT8dmzlzO6M4GiYYZtveoQuyX39cvoMTk-w8Ki3TLxZKSmyGEe8xvbFblOGkzTxL3Un6kMjCWKtLOvlWv150IfpmlVDRh7hkMviY4&amp;c=AlgHEgcd-37oMhiciFo4ypmQXbWizzWpZKtee-D9IR0ie2meg8K-fg==&amp;ch=lLQSXE_xjYoV5QfM2tqB0sMrblySavIq4fyHuL0gHrmmg52VBbHx_Q==" target="_blank">Twitter</a>&nbsp;to share your harvest story and photos.<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;

Day 8, Kansas Wheat Harvest Report

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;

7/5/2023 9:56 PM-Elisha	LeAnn Kinast-Poss of opiate, narcotic, or certain stimulant; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body; Driving while license cancelled/suspended/revoked; misd; unknown conv

7/5/2023 8:54 PM-Brian	Samuel Stubbs-Driving while license cancelled/suspended/revoked; misd; unknown conv

7/5/2023 6:01 PM-Dakotah	Matthew Cronk-Domestic Battery; Knowingly Cause Physical Contact (1st conviction); Criminal Damage to Property; Without consent; &lt; $1,000

7/5/2023 4:22 PM-Andrew	Jay Cole-Viol protection order; Condition of release; Criminal Use of Weapons; Criminal Carrying; Knowingly carry Any Bludgeon, Sandclub, Metal Knuckles etc...; Failure to Appear

7/5/2023 3:36 PM-Talia	Renae Enriquez-Probation Violation

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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;7/5/2023 9:56 PM-Elisha	LeAnn Kinast-Poss of opiate, narcotic, or certain stimulant; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body; Driving while license cancelled/suspended/revoked; misd; unknown conv7/5/2023 8:54 PM-Brian	Samuel Stubbs-Driving while license cancelled/suspended/revoked; misd; unknown conv7/5/2023 6:01 PM-Dakotah	Matthew Cronk-Domestic Battery; Knowingly Cause Physical Contact (1st conviction); Criminal Damage to Property; Without consent; &lt; $1,0007/5/2023 4:22 PM-Andrew	Jay Cole-Viol protection order; Condition of release; Criminal Use of Weapons; Criminal Carrying; Knowingly carry Any Bludgeon, Sandclub, Metal Knuckles etc...; Failure to Appear7/5/2023 3:36 PM-Talia	Renae Enriquez-Probation Violation

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HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson City Council approved a resolution for sending out for the bonding of previously approved city projects at its meeting Wednesday morning after the July 4 holiday.

"We have already done the resolutions or ordinances for authorizing the projects to be bonded," said Finance Director Angela Richard. "The next step is to approve this resolution, which will allow us to go out to bids to actually bond these projects."

The approval amount is $2,600,000. The bonding would be for&nbsp;$2,444,000, with additional monies going toward the cost of the bond sale.

The projects this would encompass include:

14th at Marland &amp; Hoagland Bridge, estimated at $1,050,000

Harsha Park Improvements estimated at $350,000

Playgrounds -Grandview and Herman Bunte estimated at $275,000

City Hall HVAC Replacement estimated at $160,000

Woodie Seat Design and Study estimated at $450,000

"The bond sale would be scheduled for August 14," Richard said. "We would come to you again August 15 to authorize the sale and with the bid results for the sale. We would anticipate closing on the bonds around September 12. That's when we would actually get the proceeds from the bond sale."

The Hutchinson City Council approved the resolution unanimously.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson City Council approved a resolution for sending out for the bonding of previously approved city projects at its meeting Wednesday morning after the July 4 holiday."We have already done the resolutions or ordinances for authorizing the projects to be bonded," said Finance Director Angela Richard. "The next step is to approve this resolution, which will allow us to go out to bids to actually bond these projects."The approval amount is $2,600,000. The bonding would be for&nbsp;$2,444,000, with additional monies going toward the cost of the bond sale.The projects this would encompass include:14th at Marland &amp; Hoagland Bridge, estimated at $1,050,000Harsha Park Improvements estimated at $350,000Playgrounds -Grandview and Herman Bunte estimated at $275,000City Hall HVAC Replacement estimated at $160,000Woodie Seat Design and Study estimated at $450,000Elmdale roof estimated at $159,000"The bond sale would be scheduled for August 14," Richard said. "We would come to you again August 15 to authorize the sale and with the bid results for the sale. We would anticipate closing on the bonds around September 12. That's when we would actually get the proceeds from the bond sale."The Hutchinson City Council approved the resolution unanimously.<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;

Bond sale approved Wednesday

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson firefighters responded to 210 Hyde Park at 9:33 a.m. Wednesday for a residential structure fire. 

Heavy smoke was pushing out of the eaves of a two-story home when firefighters arrived. Crews made an interior attack and found high heat and zero visibility on the second floor. Crews made a coordinated vertical ventilation effort with fire attack and systematically extinguished the fire in the attic area. Crews searched the home, not locating anyone. 

No injuries were reported and moderate damage to the home was sustained. 

The fire was located in a second story bedroom with fire extending into the attic space. Fire investigators are currently working to determine a cause.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Hutchinson Fire DepartmentHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson firefighters responded to 210 Hyde Park at 9:33 a.m. Wednesday for a residential structure fire. Heavy smoke was pushing out of the eaves of a two-story home when firefighters arrived. Crews made an interior attack and found high heat and zero visibility on the second floor. Crews made a coordinated vertical ventilation effort with fire attack and systematically extinguished the fire in the attic area. Crews searched the home, not locating anyone. No injuries were reported and moderate damage to the home was sustained. The fire was located in a second story bedroom with fire extending into the attic space. Fire investigators are currently working to determine a cause.&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; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Hyde Park fire under investigation

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HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Robert J. Dole VA Medical Center and Wichita Regional Office (VBA) are hosting a PACT Act one-stop shop for Veterans and their family members to learn more about the Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics (PACT) Act at the Hutchinson VA Clinic at&nbsp;1625 East 30th from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, July 8.

"The PACT Act is a new law that expands access to VA health care and benefits for those exposed to burn pits and other toxic substances," said Tamara Thomas with the Dole VA Medical Center. "This law helps us provide generations of veterans and their survivors with the care and benefits they well earned and deserve. It expands and extends eligibility for VA health care for Veterans with toxic exposures and Veterans of the Vietnam-era, Gulf War-era, post 9/11 and it expands eligibility for benefits."

David Jackson with the Veterans Benefits Administration wants to be clear, this is an expansion that means that even if you have been denied before, you should come and ask again, or if you need help working out red tape with the VA, show up on Saturday.

"I just want to talk to every Veteran, their caregivers, survivors," Jackson said. "You served our country. You sacrificed for our country. Now, it's our time to serve you. I just want to make sure that people understand that if you apply for PACT Act related benefits on or before August 9, 2023, your benefits may be back dated to August 10, 2022. Get your claims in as soon as possible. Please come see us. We want to talk to you. We want to help you. We appreciate your service. A lot of us are veterans at the VA. We're passionate about you. Come see us, please."

Even those who are not career military and served in the National Guard or in the reserves are also eligible for some benefits under this legislation.

"Guard and reserve are eligible for the PACT Act, as well," Thomas said. "Those are different things that we are getting out there to our Guard and reserve branches, letting them know. If they've served over two years and one day in wartime, they are eligible for benefits. That brings them into the VA, especially with the VA health care that they are needing. Also, if they did serve in the deployment area, they are getting up to 10 years of free health care from that deployment."

During this event, you can address disability claims, enroll in health care, attend education sessions, and receive a toxic exposure screening.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Robert J. Dole VA Medical Center and Wichita Regional Office (VBA) are hosting a PACT Act one-stop shop for Veterans and their family members to learn more about the Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics (PACT) Act at the Hutchinson VA Clinic at&nbsp;1625 East 30th from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, July 8."The PACT Act is a new law that expands access to VA health care and benefits for those exposed to burn pits and other toxic substances," said Tamara Thomas with the Dole VA Medical Center. "This law helps us provide generations of veterans and their survivors with the care and benefits they well earned and deserve. It expands and extends eligibility for VA health care for Veterans with toxic exposures and Veterans of the Vietnam-era, Gulf War-era, post 9/11 and it expands eligibility for benefits."David Jackson with the Veterans Benefits Administration wants to be clear, this is an expansion that means that even if you have been denied before, you should come and ask again, or if you need help working out red tape with the VA, show up on Saturday."I just want to talk to every Veteran, their caregivers, survivors," Jackson said. "You served our country. You sacrificed for our country. Now, it's our time to serve you. I just want to make sure that people understand that if you apply for PACT Act related benefits on or before August 9, 2023, your benefits may be back dated to August 10, 2022. Get your claims in as soon as possible. Please come see us. We want to talk to you. We want to help you. We appreciate your service. A lot of us are veterans at the VA. We're passionate about you. Come see us, please."Even those who are not career military and served in the National Guard or in the reserves are also eligible for some benefits under this legislation."Guard and reserve are eligible for the PACT Act, as well," Thomas said. "Those are different things that we are getting out there to our Guard and reserve branches, letting them know. If they've served over two years and one day in wartime, they are eligible for benefits. That brings them into the VA, especially with the VA health care that they are needing. Also, if they did serve in the deployment area, they are getting up to 10 years of free health care from that deployment."During this event, you can address disability claims, enroll in health care, attend education sessions, and receive a toxic exposure screening.<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;

PACT Act VA signup event Saturday in Hutchinson

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Mayor Jon Richardson said that the Hutchinson City Council is going to try to keep costs down as much as they can, but that's a tough task this year.

"We went revenue neutral last year and that was a tough lift," Richardson said. "This year, to try to do it two years in a row with inflation rates the way they are would be really difficult. We are, I'm going to speak on behalf of the council, because we've had these discussions, we are shooting to be better than inflation by a good margin. I don't know if we'll get to revenue neutral."

Inflation has been reflected in the valuations of property in the area.

"With the inflation being six to nine percent, depending on what you look at, I think property valuations went up six to seven percent on average," Richardson said. "We're trying to be about half that, on what we did over our spend last year."

Reno County is planning to pass a revenue neutral budget for 2024.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Mayor Jon Richardson said that the Hutchinson City Council is going to try to keep costs down as much as they can, but that's a tough task this year."We went revenue neutral last year and that was a tough lift," Richardson said. "This year, to try to do it two years in a row with inflation rates the way they are would be really difficult. We are, I'm going to speak on behalf of the council, because we've had these discussions, we are shooting to be better than inflation by a good margin. I don't know if we'll get to revenue neutral."Inflation has been reflected in the valuations of property in the area."With the inflation being six to nine percent, depending on what you look at, I think property valuations went up six to seven percent on average," Richardson said. "We're trying to be about half that, on what we did over our spend last year."Reno County is planning to pass a revenue neutral budget for 2024.<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;

Mayor: Trying to be frugal, but not likely revenue neutral

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — David Foster with the Hutchinson YMCA said there will be a special Saturday Night at the Y event for middle schoolers this Saturday in Hutchinson.

"It will be from 6 to 8 p.m.," Foster said. "That's one hour shorter than normal, but we are lucky to be having it at Salt City Splash."

This is a continuation of the Saturday nights at the Y that have been going on throughout the school year.

"It is for any 6th, 7th or 8th grader, that would count this school year," Foster said. "If they were in 6th, 7th or 8th grade the school year that just ended, they would still be eligible to come. We'll restart the school year in September. That would be anybody in the community in Hutchinson and Reno County. If they've already been to an event, all they need to do is sign in and if they would be a new student attending, they would just need to have a parent, when they drop them off, fill out a registration form and a waiver and they would be good to go."

The event will be back at the Y in August.

"It is something that we're offering throughout the summer," Foster said. "We had such great success with it during the school year. We want people to know and kids to know they still have that option to come and have some fun at least one night during the summer."

Foster said so far, they have averaged 125 students per event.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — David Foster with the Hutchinson YMCA said there will be a special Saturday Night at the Y event for middle schoolers this Saturday in Hutchinson."It will be from 6 to 8 p.m.," Foster said. "That's one hour shorter than normal, but we are lucky to be having it at Salt City Splash."This is a continuation of the Saturday nights at the Y that have been going on throughout the school year."It is for any 6th, 7th or 8th grader, that would count this school year," Foster said. "If they were in 6th, 7th or 8th grade the school year that just ended, they would still be eligible to come. We'll restart the school year in September. That would be anybody in the community in Hutchinson and Reno County. If they've already been to an event, all they need to do is sign in and if they would be a new student attending, they would just need to have a parent, when they drop them off, fill out a registration form and a waiver and they would be good to go."The event will be back at the Y in August."It is something that we're offering throughout the summer," Foster said. "We had such great success with it during the school year. We want people to know and kids to know they still have that option to come and have some fun at least one night during the summer."Foster said so far, they have averaged 125 students per event.<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;

Special Saturday Night at the Y this weekend

The Veterans Honor Banners project hosted by the Vieyra Honors Foundation (VHF) with support from the Chamber and the City of Hutchinson will be back in Downtown Hutchinson this fall.

Banners are on sale thru July 15, 2023 and will be displayed in Downtown Hutchinson from mid‐September through Veterans Day weekend. 

 There are just a few spots remaining for banners this year, so be sure to register soon.   

President &amp; Founder of VHF, Marla Booher,said she and her fellow board members are excited and grateful for the support they have received for the Veterans Honor Banners project. 

"This community really showed up to help us honor the Veterans in and from Reno County," Booher said. "We feel it is so important to continue to bring awareness and show recognition for those who have made the sacrifices they did to serve our country."

 There are currently over 4,000 Veterans in Reno County and it is the goal of VHF to be able to honor and recognize each one of them in some way or another.  VHF is a local nonprofit organization whose mission is to support veterans’ programs in Reno County by providing resources through fundraising and awareness initiatives.  

Registration, VHF merchandise and more details about VHF can be found on their website:  

<a href="https://www.vieyrahonorsfoundation.org/">https://www.vieyrahonorsfoundation.org/</a>.

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 </figure>Vieyra Honors FoundationThe Veterans Honor Banners project hosted by the Vieyra Honors Foundation (VHF) with support from the Chamber and the City of Hutchinson will be back in Downtown Hutchinson this fall.Banners are on sale thru July 15, 2023 and will be displayed in Downtown Hutchinson from mid‐September through Veterans Day weekend. There are just a few spots remaining for banners this year, so be sure to register soon. President &amp; Founder of VHF, Marla Booher,said she and her fellow board members are excited and grateful for the support they have received for the Veterans Honor Banners project. "This community really showed up to help us honor the Veterans in and from Reno County," Booher said. "We feel it is so important to continue to bring awareness and show recognition for those who have made the sacrifices they did to serve our country." There are currently over 4,000 Veterans in Reno County and it is the goal of VHF to be able to honor and recognize each one of them in some way or another. VHF is a local nonprofit organization whose mission is to support veterans’ programs in Reno County by providing resources through fundraising and awareness initiatives. Registration, VHF merchandise and more details about VHF can be found on their website: <a href="https://www.vieyrahonorsfoundation.org/">https://www.vieyrahonorsfoundation.org/</a>.

Veterans Honor Banners deadline July 15

The annual Festival of Remembrance for Hospice and Homecare of Reno County to benefit the Hospice House has been scheduled for Friday, Aug. 18 at Prairie Dunes Country Club.

"This year will be our 22nd Festival of Remembrance," said Darla Wilson with Hospice. "Those dollars just go to offset all of the care and the maintenance and everything that's required to keep that building going and provide it to our community."

This one night of fun includes silent and live auctions, raffle drawings for big ticket items and even a car giveaway.

"We have around 50 seats remaining," Wilson said. "Those tickets are $85. You can purchase them on our <a href="https://www.hutchregional.com/hospice-homecare-of-reno-county/events/festival-of-remembrance/registration-sponsorship/">website</a>&nbsp;or come to our office and get those."

2023 marks the 12th year that Mel Hambelton Ford has pledged a vehicle donation for this premier fundraising event.

"This year, the car raffle ticket could win you a 2017 Ford Escape," said Diane Caffrey with Hospice. "It's a used vehicle. It has 68,000 miles on it. It's in great shape."

"You can either win the vehicle, if you win it, you may keep it," Wilson added. "Or, you can turn it in towards the purchase of a different vehicle. They'll give you a good value for it."

Hospice and HomeCare serves a 50-mile radius and serves patients in their homes, care facilities, and at the Hospice House.

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 </figure>The annual Festival of Remembrance for Hospice and Homecare of Reno County to benefit the Hospice House has been scheduled for Friday, Aug. 18 at Prairie Dunes Country Club."This year will be our 22nd Festival of Remembrance," said Darla Wilson with Hospice. "Those dollars just go to offset all of the care and the maintenance and everything that's required to keep that building going and provide it to our community."This one night of fun includes silent and live auctions, raffle drawings for big ticket items and even a car giveaway."We have around 50 seats remaining," Wilson said. "Those tickets are $85. You can purchase them on our <a href="https://www.hutchregional.com/hospice-homecare-of-reno-county/events/festival-of-remembrance/registration-sponsorship/">website</a>&nbsp;or come to our office and get those."2023 marks the 12th year that Mel Hambelton Ford has pledged a vehicle donation for this premier fundraising event."This year, the car raffle ticket could win you a 2017 Ford Escape," said Diane Caffrey with Hospice. "It's a used vehicle. It has 68,000 miles on it. It's in great shape.""You can either win the vehicle, if you win it, you may keep it," Wilson added. "Or, you can turn it in towards the purchase of a different vehicle. They'll give you a good value for it."Hospice and HomeCare serves a 50-mile radius and serves patients in their homes, care facilities, and at the Hospice House.<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;

22nd Annual Festival of Remembrance is Aug. 18

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Now in the Front and Main Galleries at the Hutchinson Art Center is "75 Years in the Making:" A Hutchinson Art Association Permanent Collection Exhibition. 

The exhibition will be on display through July 29th.&nbsp;

Go to the Hutchinson Art Center on Friday, July 7 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. to enjoy the wonderful pieces from the Hutchinson Art Association permanent collection as well as welcome the new Executive Director John Eberly.&nbsp;

The Hutchinson Art Association was founded in the spring of 1949 by board members Ernest Dewey, Martha Hamilton, Mrs. Jack Jarrot, Ed Wiley, Josephine Dalton, Marguerite Sours, and Shirley Schmidt. 

Its first big exhibition was held on June 12, 1949 in the auditorium at Hutchinson Community College, then known as the Hutchinson Junior College. The exhibit was a New York show from the American Federation of Art. Regional art was also shown in various classrooms. 

At the time, it was one of the most prestigious exhibits to ever visit Hutchinson, Kansas.

In the decades since, the Hutchinson Art Association has collected over 350 works of art by local, national and international artists. These works of art display on rotation year round in the Permanent Collection Gallery. 

The art within the anniversary exhibit represents some of the best the collection has to offer.&nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/7/1688390700805.jpeg" alt="Photo Courtesy Hutchinson Art Center" />
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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Now in the Front and Main Galleries at the Hutchinson Art Center is "75 Years in the Making:" A Hutchinson Art Association Permanent Collection Exhibition. The exhibition will be on display through July 29th.&nbsp;Go to the Hutchinson Art Center on Friday, July 7 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. to enjoy the wonderful pieces from the Hutchinson Art Association permanent collection as well as welcome the new Executive Director John Eberly.&nbsp;The Hutchinson Art Association was founded in the spring of 1949 by board members Ernest Dewey, Martha Hamilton, Mrs. Jack Jarrot, Ed Wiley, Josephine Dalton, Marguerite Sours, and Shirley Schmidt. Its first big exhibition was held on June 12, 1949 in the auditorium at Hutchinson Community College, then known as the Hutchinson Junior College. The exhibit was a New York show from the American Federation of Art. Regional art was also shown in various classrooms. At the time, it was one of the most prestigious exhibits to ever visit Hutchinson, Kansas.In the decades since, the Hutchinson Art Association has collected over 350 works of art by local, national and international artists. These works of art display on rotation year round in the Permanent Collection Gallery. The art within the anniversary exhibit represents some of the best the collection has to offer.&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; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Art Center event is July 7

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Cherie Sage with Safe Kids Kansas reminds us that after a close call in Kansas last month, it's still important to look to be sure children are brought inside and not left in hot vehicles.

"It actually doesn't even have to be that hot to have this happen," Sage said. "The summer schedules tend to be really, kind of disruptive. Kids are going to summer camp, or the family's going to do something different. Schedules tend to be different and less predictable. We call summer the trauma season. It's the most deadly 100 days of the year for kids."

More than half of heatstroke incidents with children in cars are preventable, but you need to plan ahead.

"Never leave a child intentionally alone in a vehicle for any amount of time," Sage said. "Not even if you think you're going to just run into the store for five minutes. Five minutes can turn into ten minutes, can turn into 20 minutes. The inside temperature of a vehicle can raise to dangerous temperatures in just those few minutes. While all of us think, there's no way I could forget my child somewhere, I couldn't forget them in the back of a car, it does happen. It happens more frequently than you would think and a lot of that is just because, with our busy schedules, our mind is on what we are doing."

Tell those responsible for watching your child to contact you.

"If you have someone that's providing care for your child, whether it's a child care provider or it's a grandparent, if they are expecting your child to show up in the morning, if they don't arrive, if you don't show up to drop them off, have a plan in place where they are going to call you and they are going to say, hey, I thought that Jenny was going to be coming today, we were expecting her, is she sick, does she have an appointment, what's going on? In many cases where children have passed away, a call like that could have been lifesaving."

Also, if you see a child in a hot car with no one around, call 911, then they can check it out and make sure everything is okay.&nbsp;

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Cherie Sage with Safe Kids Kansas reminds us that after a close call in Kansas last month, it's still important to look to be sure children are brought inside and not left in hot vehicles."It actually doesn't even have to be that hot to have this happen," Sage said. "The summer schedules tend to be really, kind of disruptive. Kids are going to summer camp, or the family's going to do something different. Schedules tend to be different and less predictable. We call summer the trauma season. It's the most deadly 100 days of the year for kids."More than half of heatstroke incidents with children in cars are preventable, but you need to plan ahead."Never leave a child intentionally alone in a vehicle for any amount of time," Sage said. "Not even if you think you're going to just run into the store for five minutes. Five minutes can turn into ten minutes, can turn into 20 minutes. The inside temperature of a vehicle can raise to dangerous temperatures in just those few minutes. While all of us think, there's no way I could forget my child somewhere, I couldn't forget them in the back of a car, it does happen. It happens more frequently than you would think and a lot of that is just because, with our busy schedules, our mind is on what we are doing."Tell those responsible for watching your child to contact you."If you have someone that's providing care for your child, whether it's a child care provider or it's a grandparent, if they are expecting your child to show up in the morning, if they don't arrive, if you don't show up to drop them off, have a plan in place where they are going to call you and they are going to say, hey, I thought that Jenny was going to be coming today, we were expecting her, is she sick, does she have an appointment, what's going on? In many cases where children have passed away, a call like that could have been lifesaving."Also, if you see a child in a hot car with no one around, call 911, then they can check it out and make sure everything is okay.&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; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Hot car danger continues, even after holiday

McPherson Chamber of Commerce

MCPHERSON, Kan. —&nbsp;The McPherson Chamber of Commerce will be holding a ribbon-cutting to commemorate Stitches Quilt Shop coming under new ownership on July 14.&nbsp;

Kaylan Martin will be taking over the shop located at 102 S. Main St. in McPherson, Kansas.&nbsp;

Stitches Quilt Shop is a fantastic place for quilting enthusiasts young and old. It has a wide selection of high-quality cotton fabrics. 

The previous owner, Janet Yowell did a remarkable job growing the shop to over 2100 bolts of fabric during her tenure.&nbsp;

In June of 2023, Janet decided to pass the torch and sold the shop to Kaylan. 

This was a dream come true for Kaylan, who had aspired to own a quilt shop for many years. Janet continues to be involved as a mentor and friend.&nbsp;

Kaylan's journey in quilting began at a young age when she made her first quilt at 11-years-old. Her great-aunt, Juana McCann, played a significant role in guiding her through this creative process. 

What began as a hobby evolved into a lifelong passion for Kaylan.&nbsp;

Despite pursuing a degree in mechanical engineering at Texas A&amp;M University, Kaylan managed to maintain her love for quilting. She discovered that engineering and quilting share similarities in critical thinking and creativity, making them complementary pursuits.&nbsp;

With Kaylan at the helm of Stitches Quilt Shop, the future of the store is in great hands. Customers can expect a continued dedication to providing high-quality fabrics and an atmosphere of learning and creativity.&nbsp;

Other McPherson Chamber members are encouraged to join the festivities starting at 10 a.m. if they are able. An open house will follow on Saturday, July 15.&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; &nbsp;

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 </figure>McPherson Chamber of CommerceMCPHERSON, Kan. —&nbsp;The McPherson Chamber of Commerce will be holding a ribbon-cutting to commemorate Stitches Quilt Shop coming under new ownership on July 14.&nbsp;Kaylan Martin will be taking over the shop located at 102 S. Main St. in McPherson, Kansas.&nbsp;Stitches Quilt Shop is a fantastic place for quilting enthusiasts young and old. It has a wide selection of high-quality cotton fabrics. The previous owner, Janet Yowell did a remarkable job growing the shop to over 2100 bolts of fabric during her tenure.&nbsp;In June of 2023, Janet decided to pass the torch and sold the shop to Kaylan. This was a dream come true for Kaylan, who had aspired to own a quilt shop for many years. Janet continues to be involved as a mentor and friend.&nbsp;Kaylan's journey in quilting began at a young age when she made her first quilt at 11-years-old. Her great-aunt, Juana McCann, played a significant role in guiding her through this creative process. What began as a hobby evolved into a lifelong passion for Kaylan.&nbsp;Despite pursuing a degree in mechanical engineering at Texas A&amp;M University, Kaylan managed to maintain her love for quilting. She discovered that engineering and quilting share similarities in critical thinking and creativity, making them complementary pursuits.&nbsp;With Kaylan at the helm of Stitches Quilt Shop, the future of the store is in great hands. Customers can expect a continued dedication to providing high-quality fabrics and an atmosphere of learning and creativity.&nbsp;Other McPherson Chamber members are encouraged to join the festivities starting at 10 a.m. if they are able. An open house will follow on Saturday, July 15.&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; &nbsp;

Stitches Quilt Shop in McPherson under new ownership

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;

7/5/2023 2:03 AM-Taylor	Ann	Faulkner-Failure to Appear

7/5/2023 1:38 AM-Danny	Wayne Socha-Domestic Battery; Knowingly Cause Physical Contact (1st conviction)

7/4/2023 9:37 PM-Jerry	Charles Gass Jr.-Viol protection order; Pre-trial order

7/4/2023 8:36 PM-Ginger	Michelle McClanahan-Criminal Damage to Property; Without consent; &lt; $1,000

7/4/2023 7:12 PM-Kenneth	Edward Howard-Criminal Damage to Property; Without consent; &lt; $1,000; Disorderly Conduct; Fighting words or noisy conduct

7/4/2023 1:42 PM-Courtney	LeAnne Capps-Viol protection order; Condition of release

7/4/2023 11:24 AM-Bradley	Scott Holmes-Poss of opiate, narcotic, or certain stimulant; Interference with Law Enforcement; Obstruct, Resist, Oppose; Felony Case, Execution of a Felony Warrant; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body; Failure to Appear

7/4/2023 10:55 AM-Benjamin	Curtis Prouty-Agg burglary; Dwelling for felony, theft, sex; Failure to Appear; Drugs; Distribute Substance containing Heroin / Methamphetamine; 3.5g to &lt; 100g; Drugs; Paraphernalia; Sell/Distribute/Possess for illegal use; Burglary; Vehicle to commit felony, theft or sexually motivated crime; Pedestrian; Under the Influence of Alcohol/Drugs upon Roadway

7/4/2023 8:12 AM-Myles	Leigh	Gumpenberger-Failure to Appear

7/4/2023 8:05 AM-Blaine	Tristan Dowell-Failure to Appear

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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;7/5/2023 2:03 AM-Taylor	Ann	Faulkner-Failure to Appear7/5/2023 1:38 AM-Danny	Wayne Socha-Domestic Battery; Knowingly Cause Physical Contact (1st conviction)7/4/2023 9:37 PM-Jerry	Charles Gass Jr.-Viol protection order; Pre-trial order7/4/2023 8:36 PM-Ginger	Michelle McClanahan-Criminal Damage to Property; Without consent; &lt; $1,0007/4/2023 7:12 PM-Kenneth	Edward Howard-Criminal Damage to Property; Without consent; &lt; $1,000; Disorderly Conduct; Fighting words or noisy conduct7/4/2023 1:42 PM-Courtney	LeAnne Capps-Viol protection order; Condition of release7/4/2023 11:24 AM-Bradley	Scott Holmes-Poss of opiate, narcotic, or certain stimulant; Interference with Law Enforcement; Obstruct, Resist, Oppose; Felony Case, Execution of a Felony Warrant; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body; Failure to Appear7/4/2023 10:55 AM-Benjamin	Curtis Prouty-Agg burglary; Dwelling for felony, theft, sex; Failure to Appear; Drugs; Distribute Substance containing Heroin / Methamphetamine; 3.5g to &lt; 100g; Drugs; Paraphernalia; Sell/Distribute/Possess for illegal use; Burglary; Vehicle to commit felony, theft or sexually motivated crime; Pedestrian; Under the Influence of Alcohol/Drugs upon Roadway7/4/2023 8:12 AM-Myles	Leigh	Gumpenberger-Failure to Appear7/4/2023 8:05 AM-Blaine	Tristan Dowell-Failure to Appear

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - This year's Eagle Media Center's Fourth of July Patriots Parade will be held in downtown Hutchinson on Tuesday, July 4 beginning at 10 a.m.&nbsp; Watch it live below, or <a href="https://fb.me/e/6uTxP6w6M">click here</a> to find more information.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. - This year's Eagle Media Center's Fourth of July Patriots Parade will be held in downtown Hutchinson on Tuesday, July 4 beginning at 10 a.m.&nbsp; Watch it live below, or <a href="https://fb.me/e/6uTxP6w6M">click here</a> to find more information.<div><iframe src="https://vcloud.blueframetech.com/broadcast/embed/582107?autoplay=1" width="640" height="360" allow="fullscreen;" style="border:0;overflow:hidden;"></iframe></div>

🎥 WATCH: EAGLE Media Patriots Parade at 10 a.m.

HUTCHINSON, Kan. —&nbsp;&nbsp;Jeremy Ehart will serve as the Parade Marshal for EAGLE Media's annual Patriots Parade on July 4.&nbsp;

He served as an American Legion Commander for his home post, Lysle Rishel Post 68 in Hutchinson for two terms, and he continues to stay active in the American Legion.&nbsp;

Ehart served on the Department Legislative Council, and served as the membership committee chairperson at the state level. His works include representing&nbsp;Kansas on the National Security Council, and being a graduate of the 2019 National American Legion College. He was even featured on the cover of the National American Legion magazine in February 2016.

Ehart earned his eligibility through his service in the United States Marine Corps where he served in 2F1, an antiterrorism unit, stationed out of Virginia. 

He was injured in a training accident in 2004 that left 60% of his body covered in third degree burns. He was medically retired from the military after his time in the hospital following his accident. 

He and his wife Kristy moved home after his service ended in 2006 and he joined the American Legion shortly thereafter.

Ehart utilizes the American Legion and his story to raise mental health awareness and battle the stigmas associated with talking about it.&nbsp;

He thanks his family and the American Legion for help in his own battles with mental health following his retirement from the Marines.&nbsp;

Ehart knows firsthand it is still hard for veterans to talk about topics such as mental health due to the stigma. That stigma was still rampant, especially among veterans themselves, in the mid-to-late 2000s when he retired from service.&nbsp;

Only recently has mental health, acquiring the proper help, and connecting veterans to healthcare channels become more of an open discussion.&nbsp;

Many veterans may feel obligated to continue to keep quiet about their struggles despite the fight for awareness in the modern age.&nbsp;

Ehart said he will continue to spread mental health awareness as he serves with the American Legion.&nbsp;

 Jeremy Ehart has been active in the Amercan Legion since joining in 2007 and is a proud Legionnaire, Sons of the American Legion member through his Grandfather’s WWII Service, and member of the American Legion Riders.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. —&nbsp;&nbsp;Jeremy Ehart will serve as the Parade Marshal for EAGLE Media's annual Patriots Parade on July 4.&nbsp;He served as an American Legion Commander for his home post, Lysle Rishel Post 68 in Hutchinson for two terms, and he continues to stay active in the American Legion.&nbsp;Ehart served on the Department Legislative Council, and served as the membership committee chairperson at the state level. His works include representing&nbsp;Kansas on the National Security Council, and being a graduate of the 2019 National American Legion College. He was even featured on the cover of the National American Legion magazine in February 2016.Ehart earned his eligibility through his service in the United States Marine Corps where he served in 2F1, an antiterrorism unit, stationed out of Virginia. He was injured in a training accident in 2004 that left 60% of his body covered in third degree burns. He was medically retired from the military after his time in the hospital following his accident. He and his wife Kristy moved home after his service ended in 2006 and he joined the American Legion shortly thereafter.Ehart utilizes the American Legion and his story to raise mental health awareness and battle the stigmas associated with talking about it.&nbsp;He thanks his family and the American Legion for help in his own battles with mental health following his retirement from the Marines.&nbsp;Ehart knows firsthand it is still hard for veterans to talk about topics such as mental health due to the stigma. That stigma was still rampant, especially among veterans themselves, in the mid-to-late 2000s when he retired from service.&nbsp;Only recently has mental health, acquiring the proper help, and connecting veterans to healthcare channels become more of an open discussion.&nbsp;Many veterans may feel obligated to continue to keep quiet about their struggles despite the fight for awareness in the modern age.&nbsp;Ehart said he will continue to spread mental health awareness as he serves with the American Legion.&nbsp; Jeremy Ehart has been active in the Amercan Legion since joining in 2007 and is a proud Legionnaire, Sons of the American Legion member through his Grandfather’s WWII Service, and member of the American Legion Riders.<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;

Patriots Parade Marshal: Jeremy Ehart

KINGMAN COUNTY—Three people were injured in an accident just before 4p.m. Monday in Kingman County.

The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2023 Peterbilt semi driven by&nbsp; 39-year-old Daniel&nbsp;Esparza-Ramirez was eastbound on U.S. 54 seven miles west of Kingman.

The semi rear-ended a 2020 Ram 2500 driven by Jose Manuel&nbsp;Bugarini, 23, Great Bend, who was slowing to make a right turn.

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 </figure>KINGMAN COUNTY—Three people were injured in an accident just before 4p.m. Monday in Kingman County.The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2023 Peterbilt semi driven by&nbsp; 39-year-old Daniel&nbsp;Esparza-Ramirez was eastbound on U.S. 54 seven miles west of Kingman.The semi rear-ended a 2020 Ram 2500 driven by Jose Manuel&nbsp;Bugarini, 23, Great Bend, who was slowing to make a right turn.EMS transported&nbsp;Bugarini and passengers in the pickup identified as Fernando&nbsp;Barrera, 30 and Mario&nbsp; Martinez, 24, both of Great Bend to Pratt Regional Medical Center.&nbsp; The KHP did not have complete seat belt usage information or additional details on Esparza-Ramirez. He was not injured.&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; &nbsp;

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