The National Weather Service in Wichita has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Saturday for much of Kansas.

Some spots could get six inches or more of snow, but there will be a sharp fall off on the eastern edge of the snowfall, depending on where that exactly lies.

Travel will be difficult in the warned area. Road conditions will become miserable by mid-day and travel should be discouraged in the afternoon and evening. The latest models have the heaviest snow bands along Highway 50.

If traveling, consider departing your  destination before the snow starts, or delaying your departure  until the snow ends. Snow onset should happen not long before sunrise Saturday and end by about midnight.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 511.

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<figure>
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 </figure>The National Weather Service in Wichita has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Saturday for much of Kansas.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/11/1700906754803.jpeg" alt="Expanded Warning" />
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 </figure>Some spots could get six inches or more of snow, but there will be a sharp fall off on the eastern edge of the snowfall, depending on where that exactly lies.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/11/1700908745702.jpeg" alt="Total Snowfall Nov 25 2023" />
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 </figure>Travel will be difficult in the warned area. Road conditions will become miserable by mid-day and travel should be discouraged in the afternoon and evening. The latest models have the heaviest snow bands along Highway 50.If traveling, consider departing your destination before the snow starts, or delaying your departure until the snow ends. Snow onset should happen not long before sunrise Saturday and end by about midnight.If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 511.<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;

Winter Storm Warning in effect

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Those looking to hear differently have a place to go in Hutchinson. Flashback Audio Llc opened on Friday at 319 North Poplar.

Sean Ewing opened a new vintage audio store on Black Friday. The store consists of Ewing's hand-picked collection of speakers, turn tables, a juke box and more.&nbsp;

"Well what started off as a collection, turned into what it is now," Sean said. "Trying to get out of flooring for 33 years and move onto something else and another chapter in my life."&nbsp;

His wife Amy Ewing said Sean has sound checked and inspected each item for quality.&nbsp;

&nbsp;"You know he's done a lot of research and he has not just bought any old thing that just to put in his shop," Amy said.&nbsp;

Sean acquired the building from his sister and her group of investors.&nbsp;

"My sister brought to my attention that she was looking to buy a building and if I would put a store in it if she bought one and she bought this building," Ewing said.&nbsp;

There are various items for sale on Flash Back Audio's&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553741888171">Facebook</a> page but customers need to come into the store to purchase items as of now.&nbsp;

Flashback Audio Llc is open on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The store's <a href="https://www.flashbackaudiollc.com/">website</a> is still being upgraded. For more information call (620) 888-5257.

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<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/11/1700860837366.jpeg" alt="Sean Ewing opened Flashback Audio with his wife, Amy on Friday Nov. 24 in Hutchinson-Contributed photo" />
 <figcaption>Sean Ewing opened Flashback Audio with his wife, Amy on Friday Nov. 24 in Hutchinson-Contributed photo</figcaption>
 </figure>EMMIE BOESE Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Those looking to hear differently have a place to go in Hutchinson. Flashback Audio Llc opened on Friday at 319 North Poplar.Sean Ewing opened a new vintage audio store on Black Friday. The store consists of Ewing's hand-picked collection of speakers, turn tables, a juke box and more.&nbsp;<figure>
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 <figcaption>This jukebox is one of the featured items at Flashback Audio in Hutchinson. Photo by Emmie Boese.</figcaption>
 </figure>"Well what started off as a collection, turned into what it is now," Sean said. "Trying to get out of flooring for 33 years and move onto something else and another chapter in my life."&nbsp;His wife Amy Ewing said Sean has sound checked and inspected each item for quality.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/11/1700860949723.jpeg" alt="This Victrola is part of the selection at Flashback Audio in Hutchinson. Photo by Emmie Boese." />
 <figcaption>This Victrola is part of the selection at Flashback Audio in Hutchinson. Photo by Emmie Boese.</figcaption>
 </figure>&nbsp;"You know he's done a lot of research and he has not just bought any old thing that just to put in his shop," Amy said.&nbsp;Sean acquired the building from his sister and her group of investors.&nbsp;"My sister brought to my attention that she was looking to buy a building and if I would put a store in it if she bought one and she bought this building," Ewing said.&nbsp;There are various items for sale on Flash Back Audio's&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553741888171">Facebook</a> page but customers need to come into the store to purchase items as of now.&nbsp;Flashback Audio Llc is open on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The store's <a href="https://www.flashbackaudiollc.com/">website</a> is still being upgraded. For more information call (620) 888-5257.<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;

Do you hear what I hear: Flashback Audio open for Christmas season

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Saturday, November 25, 2023 is Small Business Saturday. <a href="https://www.sba.gov/about-sba/organization/sba-initiatives/small-business-saturday">According to the Small Business Administration, Small Business Saturday is a day to celebrate and support small businesses and all they do for their communities</a>.

Mark Buckley with Toy Depot in Hutchinson noted that local small businesses invest in where they are.

"I know we gave to 39 different organizations last year," Buckley said. "We do it because we like to, you know, and it's part of being a community. I know a lot of people run to the big box stores, but, unfortunately, they take all the money either to Bentonville or Wall Street or somewhere else and they don't really keep it in Hutchinson."

Dan Murray with the National Federation of Independent Business Kansas chapter, is keenly aware of the struggles small businesses are facing this year.

"Small business owners in our communities operate on much thinner margins," Murray said. "Keeping them open in our communities is vital. They are the folks that employ our friends. They are the folks that support your local sports teams. They are the backbone of Main Street in most of our Kansas communities. Taking the opportunity to go to a small retailer in your town and supporting them, is seriously important."

These are the same folks that you see at the grocery store, at church and elsewhere. They want you to buy from them today, and when you have another need, buy from them tomorrow.

"I want the opportunity to sell you anything and everything you ever want to buy," said Kevin Rule with the Sleep Shoppe and Furniture Gallery. "There's only one way that I know of to do that and that's to take great care of you each and every time you want to buy something."

Founded by American Express in 2010 and officially cosponsored by the Small Business Administration since 2011, Small Business Saturday has become an important part of small businesses’ busiest shopping season.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Saturday, November 25, 2023 is Small Business Saturday. <a href="https://www.sba.gov/about-sba/organization/sba-initiatives/small-business-saturday">According to the Small Business Administration, Small Business Saturday is a day to celebrate and support small businesses and all they do for their communities</a>. Mark Buckley with Toy Depot in Hutchinson noted that local small businesses invest in where they are."I know we gave to 39 different organizations last year," Buckley said. "We do it because we like to, you know, and it's part of being a community. I know a lot of people run to the big box stores, but, unfortunately, they take all the money either to Bentonville or Wall Street or somewhere else and they don't really keep it in Hutchinson."Dan Murray with the National Federation of Independent Business Kansas chapter, is keenly aware of the struggles small businesses are facing this year."Small business owners in our communities operate on much thinner margins," Murray said. "Keeping them open in our communities is vital. They are the folks that employ our friends. They are the folks that support your local sports teams. They are the backbone of Main Street in most of our Kansas communities. Taking the opportunity to go to a small retailer in your town and supporting them, is seriously important."These are the same folks that you see at the grocery store, at church and elsewhere. They want you to buy from them today, and when you have another need, buy from them tomorrow."I want the opportunity to sell you anything and everything you ever want to buy," said Kevin Rule with the Sleep Shoppe and Furniture Gallery. "There's only one way that I know of to do that and that's to take great care of you each and every time you want to buy something."Founded by American Express in 2010 and officially cosponsored by the Small Business Administration since 2011, Small Business Saturday has become an important part of small businesses’ busiest shopping season.<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;

Small Business Saturday; A chance to get gifts and give back

BUHLER, Kan. — The Buhler City Council has a busy agenda for their regular meeting Monday evening. 

The regular renewal of the CMB license for Buhler Market is on the agenda, as is an Employee Service Award and an appointment to the Buhler Rec Commission. 

The council will also look at the wage spreadsheet for the coming year for city staff and deal with the appointment of the City Attorney.

The Buhler City Council meets Monday at 7 p.m. at the City Office at 219 North Main.

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 </figure>BUHLER, Kan. — The Buhler City Council has a busy agenda for their regular meeting Monday evening. The regular renewal of the CMB license for Buhler Market is on the agenda, as is an Employee Service Award and an appointment to the Buhler Rec Commission. The council will also look at the wage spreadsheet for the coming year for city staff and deal with the appointment of the City Attorney.The Buhler City Council meets Monday at 7 p.m. at the City Office at 219 North Main.<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;

Buhler council meets Monday

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;

11/25/2023 1:46 AM-Craig	Ryan Shelton-Agg assault; w/ deadly weapon; Criminal Damage to Property; Without consent; $1,000 to $24,999; Reckless Driving; Criminal Trespass; Posted or Locked Premises

11/24/2023 11:21 PM-Kassidy	Rebecca Marie	ORiordan-Domestic Battery; Knowing or Reckless Bodily Harm (1st conviction); Criminal Damage to Property; Without consent; &lt; $1,000&nbsp;

11/24/2023 9:14 PM-Matthew	Douglas Brooks-Battery; Knowing/recklessly causing bodily harm; Criminal Threat; with Intent to Terrorize or cause Evacuation

11/24/2023 7:52 PM-Clinton	Hamilton Perrin-Disorderly Conduct; Fighting words or noisy conduct

11/24/2023 7:13 PM-Lukiko	Amani Brown-DWS; 2nd or subs conviction

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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;11/25/2023 1:46 AM-Craig	Ryan Shelton-Agg assault; w/ deadly weapon; Criminal Damage to Property; Without consent; $1,000 to $24,999; Reckless Driving; Criminal Trespass; Posted or Locked Premises11/24/2023 11:21 PM-Kassidy	Rebecca Marie	ORiordan-Domestic Battery; Knowing or Reckless Bodily Harm (1st conviction); Criminal Damage to Property; Without consent; &lt; $1,000&nbsp;11/24/2023 9:14 PM-Matthew	Douglas Brooks-Battery; Knowing/recklessly causing bodily harm; Criminal Threat; with Intent to Terrorize or cause Evacuation11/24/2023 7:52 PM-Clinton	Hamilton Perrin-Disorderly Conduct; Fighting words or noisy conduct11/24/2023 7:13 PM-Lukiko	Amani Brown-DWS; 2nd or subs conviction

Daily Bookings

HUTCHINSON, Kan.&nbsp;— The Hutchinson Community College basketball games scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 25 against Colby have been moved to Sunday, Nov. 26.

The women will tip off at 2 p.m. with the men to follow at 4 p.m. at the Sports Arena.

The game has been moved due to winter weather that is expected in the Salt City on Saturday.

The games will both be carried on the flagship station for HutchCC athletics, <a href="https://streamdb5web.securenetsystems.net/v5/KHUT">Country 102.9-FM</a>. Pregame coverage for the women's contest starts at 1:45 p.m. You can also watch the game on the <a href="https://www.kjcccsports.net/hutchcc/">Blue Dragon Sports Network</a>.

<figure>
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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan.&nbsp;— The Hutchinson Community College basketball games scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 25 against Colby have been moved to Sunday, Nov. 26.The women will tip off at 2 p.m. with the men to follow at 4 p.m. at the Sports Arena.The game has been moved due to winter weather that is expected in the Salt City on Saturday.The games will both be carried on the flagship station for HutchCC athletics, <a href="https://streamdb5web.securenetsystems.net/v5/KHUT">Country 102.9-FM</a>. Pregame coverage for the women's contest starts at 1:45 p.m. You can also watch the game on the <a href="https://www.kjcccsports.net/hutchcc/">Blue Dragon Sports Network</a>.

🏀 HutchCC games moved from Saturday to Sunday due to winter weather

HARVEY COUNTY —Authorities are working to determine the cause of a house fire in Harvey County.

Just after 5 a.m. Thanksgiving morning, crews&nbsp;&nbsp;responded to the fire at a home in Newton, according to a social media report from Harvey County Fire and Rescue. Crews were able to stop the fire as it was entering the home. 

The occupants were away from their home for Thanksgiving at the time of the fire.&nbsp; Three dogs were found deceased. No firefighters were injured during this incident. &nbsp;

Mutual aid was provided by Sedgwick Fire, Walton Fire, and Whitewater Fire.

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 </figure>HARVEY COUNTY —Authorities are working to determine the cause of a house fire in Harvey County.Just after 5 a.m. Thanksgiving morning, crews&nbsp;&nbsp;responded to the fire at a home in Newton, according to a social media report from Harvey County Fire and Rescue. Crews were able to stop the fire as it was entering the home. The occupants were away from their home for Thanksgiving at the time of the fire.&nbsp; Three dogs were found deceased. No firefighters were injured during this incident. &nbsp;Mutual aid was provided by Sedgwick Fire, Walton Fire, and Whitewater Fire.

Pets die in Thanksgiving Day fire at home in Newton

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — After receiving a proclamation for Community Foundation Week at Tuesday's Hutchinson City Council meeting, Hutchinson Community Foundation President and Chief Executive Officer Aubrey Abbott Patterson took the opportunity to talk about how widely spread the foundation's work has been since its founding more than three decades ago.

"The community foundation was established in 1989," Patterson said. "Next year will be our 35th year in this community. We have grown our funds to 349 in total. Our assets have grown to around $90 million today. Our grants have exceeded that. We've given away more money in 35 years than we hold. We've given away nearly $100 million."

Patterson explained that the foundation's mission is about more than money.

"We use five forms of capital to make a difference here," Patterson said. "Those are our social, moral, intellectual, reputational and financial capital. We use those to identify gaps, connect donors and create solutions to adaptive challenges facing our community."

A good opportunity to give to your community is coming up next week.

"Next Tuesday is the day to give back," Patterson said. "It's national philanthropy day, Nov. 28. I'd like to encourage everyone to do so and to think about how to support our local non-profits. This is the time of year when we also ask for gifts to the Fund for Reno County. It's an unrestricted savings account, if you will, for our community, that our founders started back in 1990. We have a goal to build that fund to $20 million by 2030. I believe we're at about $9 million now in that fund. With a $20 million endowment of unrestricted funds, we'd be able to grant back $1 million every year, back to our community, from that fund alone."

That fund has already been responsible for $5.3 million since its inception.

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<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/11/1700826644267.jpeg" alt="Aubrey Abbott Patterson" />
 <figcaption>Aubrey Abbott Patterson</figcaption>
 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — After receiving a proclamation for Community Foundation Week at Tuesday's Hutchinson City Council meeting, Hutchinson Community Foundation President and Chief Executive Officer Aubrey Abbott Patterson took the opportunity to talk about how widely spread the foundation's work has been since its founding more than three decades ago."The community foundation was established in 1989," Patterson said. "Next year will be our 35th year in this community. We have grown our funds to 349 in total. Our assets have grown to around $90 million today. Our grants have exceeded that. We've given away more money in 35 years than we hold. We've given away nearly $100 million."Patterson explained that the foundation's mission is about more than money."We use five forms of capital to make a difference here," Patterson said. "Those are our social, moral, intellectual, reputational and financial capital. We use those to identify gaps, connect donors and create solutions to adaptive challenges facing our community."A good opportunity to give to your community is coming up next week."Next Tuesday is the day to give back," Patterson said. "It's national philanthropy day, Nov. 28. I'd like to encourage everyone to do so and to think about how to support our local non-profits. This is the time of year when we also ask for gifts to the Fund for Reno County. It's an unrestricted savings account, if you will, for our community, that our founders started back in 1990. We have a goal to build that fund to $20 million by 2030. I believe we're at about $9 million now in that fund. With a $20 million endowment of unrestricted funds, we'd be able to grant back $1 million every year, back to our community, from that fund alone."That fund has already been responsible for $5.3 million since its inception.<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;

Community Foundation continues mission

HUTCHINSON, Kan. —Nick Amezola has performed in many productions but he will debut his first time in the directors chair for a full-length musical production of White Christmas. Family Community Theatre will open the curtain at 7:30 p.m. tonight at Flag Theatre.

Amezola was a music director for a kids summer camp when he heard that White Christmas was in need of a director.&nbsp;

&nbsp;"And I was like, you know what, I would love to direct,"Amezola said. "And then they were just like, okay and then it was just kind of a very informal process."

White Christmas is based on the 1954 Paramount Pictures Film which was written for the screen by Norman Panama, Melvin Frank and Norman Krasna. Amezola said Family Community Theatre performed White Christmas a decade ago and received rights to showcase it again in 2023.&nbsp;

"It's a very popular movie," Amezola said. "Like it's been out for awhile and it is very different from the movie so I'm hoping people will get that nostalgic feel but also it's a whole new experience. So it's going to be funny. It's going to be some heart wrenching moments you know. All the above."&nbsp;&nbsp;

There are 36 total cast members which includes the ensemble. The four lead characters are Bob Wallace, Phil Davis, Betty Haynes and Judy Haynes. Nilo Reynoso and Nicholas Amezola will be the male leads and Keeley Coon/Savanna Burt and Catherine Vessey will be the female leads.&nbsp;

"Well White Christmas is about a duo, Bob and Phil who come across&nbsp; these two sisters from a friend they knew back in the Army and then Phil and Judy who is one of the sisters, end up really hitting it off," Amezola said. "And they want to get Bob and other sister Betty together so they come up with this whole plot to go with the sisters to Vermont&nbsp;to their general from the war. The general, he owns an Inn so they go up to Vermont and find out that the general is in a bit of financial trouble so they end up trying to put on a show there to get him out of it."&nbsp;

Amezola said there are quite a few musical numbers throughout the show. He said folks may recognize the tune White Christmas that was written by Irving Berlin.&nbsp;

"There's like Best Things Happen While You're Dancing, there's Snow but that's sung by the whole cast rather than just the four leads in the movie," Amezola said.&nbsp;

The cast will perform at the same tomorrow night and on Sunday at 3 p.m. Next week, Family Community Theatre will host three more nights of White Christmas. The curtain opens at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 30-Dec. 2 and Dec. 3 at 3 p.m.

Tickets are $12 for adults, $10 for seniors and $5 for children and can be bought before the show. Tickets can also be bought <a href="https://www.etix.com/ticket/o/4795">online</a>. Season passes can be used for admission.

Flag Theatre is located at 310 N. Main St. More information about White Christmas and Family Community Theatre is available at <a href="https://www.familycommunitytheatre.org/">familycommunitytheatre.org</a>.

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White Christmas:&nbsp; Bob Wallace - Nilo Reynoso&nbsp; Phil Davis - Nicholas Amezola&nbsp; Betty Haynes - Keeley Coon/Savanna Burt(Dec. 1st &amp; 2nd)&nbsp; Judy Haynes - Catherine Vessey&nbsp; General Henry-Waverly - Ted Weis&nbsp; Martha Watson - Natalia Anna Geuy&nbsp; Susan Waverly - Esther Blakley&nbsp; Ralph Sheldrake - Nate Hershberger&nbsp; Rita - Amalia Geuy&nbsp; Rhoda - Erikka Geuy&nbsp; Ezekiel Foster/Snoring&nbsp; Man - James Pope&nbsp; Mike - Micah Christian Tessie/Mrs. Snoring Man- Adolaide Clobes&nbsp; Jimmy/Ed Sullivan/Regency Room Announcer - Matthew Christian&nbsp; Train Conductor - Samuel Basgall Dance Captain - Addison Rains&nbsp; Seamstress - Wendy Pope&nbsp; Sheldrake's Secretary - Crystal Clobes&nbsp; Girl Trio - Ava Johnston, Bristol Perez, Spencer Dugnolle&nbsp; Ensemble: Nate Hershberger, James Pope, Micah Christian, Adolaide Clobes, Matthew Christian, Samuel Basgall, Addison Rains, Wendy Pope, Crystal Clobes, Rohn Chapman, Bristol Perez, Spencer Dugnolle, Amara Dugnolle, Nicholas Hockett&nbsp; Screenplay: Norman Panama, Melvin Frank, Norman Krasna of Paramount Pictures Film&nbsp;&nbsp; Music and Lyrics: Irving Berlin&nbsp; Book: David Ives and Paul Blake&nbsp; Original Stage Production: Walter Bobie&nbsp; Orchestrations: Larry Blank Vocal and Dance Arrangements: Bruce Pomahac

<figure>
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 <figcaption>White Christmas Square 2</figcaption>
 </figure>EMMIE BOESE Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. —Nick Amezola has performed in many productions but he will debut his first time in the directors chair for a full-length musical production of White Christmas. Family Community Theatre will open the curtain at 7:30 p.m. tonight at Flag Theatre.Amezola was a music director for a kids summer camp when he heard that White Christmas was in need of a director.&nbsp;&nbsp;"And I was like, you know what, I would love to direct,"Amezola said. "And then they were just like, okay and then it was just kind of a very informal process."White Christmas is based on the 1954 Paramount Pictures Film which was written for the screen by Norman Panama, Melvin Frank and Norman Krasna. Amezola said Family Community Theatre performed White Christmas a decade ago and received rights to showcase it again in 2023.&nbsp;"It's a very popular movie," Amezola said. "Like it's been out for awhile and it is very different from the movie so I'm hoping people will get that nostalgic feel but also it's a whole new experience. So it's going to be funny. It's going to be some heart wrenching moments you know. All the above."&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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 </figure>There are 36 total cast members which includes the ensemble. The four lead characters are Bob Wallace, Phil Davis, Betty Haynes and Judy Haynes. Nilo Reynoso and Nicholas Amezola will be the male leads and Keeley Coon/Savanna Burt and Catherine Vessey will be the female leads.&nbsp;"Well White Christmas is about a duo, Bob and Phil who come across&nbsp; these two sisters from a friend they knew back in the Army and then Phil and Judy who is one of the sisters, end up really hitting it off," Amezola said. "And they want to get Bob and other sister Betty together so they come up with this whole plot to go with the sisters to Vermont&nbsp;to their general from the war. The general, he owns an Inn so they go up to Vermont and find out that the general is in a bit of financial trouble so they end up trying to put on a show there to get him out of it."&nbsp;Amezola said there are quite a few musical numbers throughout the show. He said folks may recognize the tune White Christmas that was written by Irving Berlin.&nbsp;"There's like Best Things Happen While You're Dancing, there's Snow but that's sung by the whole cast rather than just the four leads in the movie," Amezola said.&nbsp;The cast will perform at the same tomorrow night and on Sunday at 3 p.m. Next week, Family Community Theatre will host three more nights of White Christmas. The curtain opens at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 30-Dec. 2 and Dec. 3 at 3 p.m.Tickets are $12 for adults, $10 for seniors and $5 for children and can be bought before the show. Tickets can also be bought <a href="https://www.etix.com/ticket/o/4795">online</a>. Season passes can be used for admission. Flag Theatre is located at 310 N. Main St. More information about White Christmas and Family Community Theatre is available at <a href="https://www.familycommunitytheatre.org/">familycommunitytheatre.org</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;White Christmas:&nbsp; Bob Wallace - Nilo Reynoso&nbsp; Phil Davis - Nicholas Amezola&nbsp; Betty Haynes - Keeley Coon/Savanna Burt(Dec. 1st &amp; 2nd)&nbsp; Judy Haynes - Catherine Vessey&nbsp; General Henry-Waverly - Ted Weis&nbsp; Martha Watson - Natalia Anna Geuy&nbsp; Susan Waverly - Esther Blakley&nbsp; Ralph Sheldrake - Nate Hershberger&nbsp; Rita - Amalia Geuy&nbsp; Rhoda - Erikka Geuy&nbsp; Ezekiel Foster/Snoring&nbsp; Man - James Pope&nbsp; Mike - Micah Christian Tessie/Mrs. Snoring Man- Adolaide Clobes&nbsp; Jimmy/Ed Sullivan/Regency Room Announcer - Matthew Christian&nbsp; Train Conductor - Samuel Basgall Dance Captain - Addison Rains&nbsp; Seamstress - Wendy Pope&nbsp; Sheldrake's Secretary - Crystal Clobes&nbsp; Girl Trio - Ava Johnston, Bristol Perez, Spencer Dugnolle&nbsp; Ensemble: Nate Hershberger, James Pope, Micah Christian, Adolaide Clobes, Matthew Christian, Samuel Basgall, Addison Rains, Wendy Pope, Crystal Clobes, Rohn Chapman, Bristol Perez, Spencer Dugnolle, Amara Dugnolle, Nicholas Hockett&nbsp; Screenplay: Norman Panama, Melvin Frank, Norman Krasna of Paramount Pictures Film&nbsp;&nbsp; Music and Lyrics: Irving Berlin&nbsp; Book: David Ives and Paul Blake&nbsp; Original Stage Production: Walter Bobie&nbsp; Orchestrations: Larry Blank Vocal and Dance Arrangements: Bruce Pomahac

White Christmas to take Flag Theatre stage

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The consensus of the Board of County Commissioners given to Public Works Director Don Brittain at Wednesday's meeting regarding the county planning commission's solar regulations process is that large scale commercial solar should be completely off the table anywhere in Reno County and they may decide to make that statutorily clear at a later point. 

Small scale commercial solar, like the proposal from Ark Valley Electric for around 10 acres to serve its rural electric customers, needs additional study to see if it will have a negative effect on water quality and erosion in the county, but that's the size of project that might theoretically be allowed, if objections can be overcome.

Private solar for individual landowners, even at the scale of the small scale commercial projects, like might be needed for a large dairy operation or the like, needs continued scrutiny by the planning commission and those regulations need to come before county commissioners, with clear direction that the less that they can regulate private solar, the better, in the county commissioners opinion.

The commissioners stopped just short of extending the moratorium that is currently in effect through the end of the year, though enough questions were raised that they understand they won't be approving any projects for a while, at least.

The Planning Commission's next meeting to take up this direction is scheduled for Dec. 21 at 4:30 p.m. at the Public Works building at 600 Scott Boulevard in South Hutchinson.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — The consensus of the Board of County Commissioners given to Public Works Director Don Brittain at Wednesday's meeting regarding the county planning commission's solar regulations process is that large scale commercial solar should be completely off the table anywhere in Reno County and they may decide to make that statutorily clear at a later point. Small scale commercial solar, like the proposal from Ark Valley Electric for around 10 acres to serve its rural electric customers, needs additional study to see if it will have a negative effect on water quality and erosion in the county, but that's the size of project that might theoretically be allowed, if objections can be overcome.Private solar for individual landowners, even at the scale of the small scale commercial projects, like might be needed for a large dairy operation or the like, needs continued scrutiny by the planning commission and those regulations need to come before county commissioners, with clear direction that the less that they can regulate private solar, the better, in the county commissioners opinion.The commissioners stopped just short of extending the moratorium that is currently in effect through the end of the year, though enough questions were raised that they understand they won't be approving any projects for a while, at least.The Planning Commission's next meeting to take up this direction is scheduled for Dec. 21 at 4:30 p.m. at the Public Works building at 600 Scott Boulevard in South Hutchinson.<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;

Direction given by county commission to narrow solar regs scope

If baking is a work of the heart, then Charlene Patton and Sharon Davis have been the heartbeat of the Home Baking Association (HBA) for more than two decades. The pair were honored for their work to bring baking into the homes of families during the HBA’s recent annual meeting in Sunriver, Oregon, where the association also celebrated 100 years as an organization.&nbsp;

“It’s hard to imagine how many home bakers have been inspired or helped by Sharon Davis, Charlene Patton and the Home Baking Association,” said Cindy Falk, Kansas Wheat nutrition educator. “I’ve worked alongside these talented women since I joined Kansas Wheat in 1988, and we have shared our passion for baking with countless youth, educators and home bakers. Together we’ve provided baking demonstrations at the Kansas State Fair, test-baked and judged entries for the National Festival of Breads, promoted wheat products at national meetings, created baking videos and so much more. Thank you both for your years of dedication and vision.”&nbsp;

The HBA was started in 1923, originally as a group of soft wheat millers that produced self-rising flour and recognized they could make advancements better together. Today, the organization promotes increased home baking by providing tools and knowledge to perpetuate the love of baking by offering resources and curriculum to anyone who teaches or fosters baking skills. In 2023, the non-profit reached 8.7 million educators and consumers through the resources on its website and social media channels as well as virtual and hands-on workshops at state and national conferences.&nbsp;

“The HBA has a rich library of resources for anyone who is learning or teaching others to bake at school or home,” Falk said. “Staying true to the mission of sharing those resources with others for more than a century has instilled a love of baking in countless classrooms and homes — and Charlene Patton and Sharon Davis have been integral to that continued success.”&nbsp;

Davis joined the HBA in 1995 as a family and consumer science educator. Since then, she has made more than 500 presentations and written or co-written a substantial amount of printed and online teaching materials. Ranging from quick five-minute lessons to multi-week lesson plans, her lesson plans, PowerPoint presentations and videos have brought baking skills to homes, communities and classrooms from coast to coast.&nbsp;

“Sharon embodies the joy of baking,” Falk said. “She has a talent for making every presentation a celebration of everything that home baking is about — passing down baking skills from parents to children, creating memories and teaching useful life skills. It has been rewarding to watch her create memorable experiences while emphasizing the significant role baking plays in families.”&nbsp;

Patton started as the HBA executive director in 1997, leading the organization’s annual meetings, outside events, finances and other operations. She is also a regular presenter on home baking, appearing in-person, virtually, on video, in person and on television. Together with Davis, she authored the book, “<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001TKR_AKp56gyA8zSkfmutxpCXNmKLMoYs_IHzSbyiFN2iZ5jvo62AtZux3c81SyUVDXnvj4bv6GgrP2hPedgSQ8zY1kgPjoAnHQG4e2e5V0EW64xxLOlDIc3KoyKQVdU8P26KuwBBTR2qGwwyJQ20CHCtGDiKSmgxraqnfOCQ3AanTUVva1xmMGFPXCzBvR0WNmCJMAcpCerQ5b7sYHUgBw==&amp;c=tXOVAhXt-f4Kll2MMHofb-faJL9fv31PA1gTTNhG99fuOYsgqRWNVQ==&amp;ch=k-engLxVi7FtvxF25OSwLJaWkjb-oLOSanuK4Nrd4sAPPU-PmKrK4A==" target="_blank">Baking with Friends</a>,” a staple for recipes, tips and fun facts for teaching kids to bake.&nbsp;

“Like Sharon, when the name ‘Charlene Patton’ appears on a program, it is standing room only for the presentation,” said Robert Harper, HBA President, in his “<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001TKR_AKp56gyA8zSkfmutxpCXNmKLMoYs_IHzSbyiFN2iZ5jvo62AtZux3c81SyUVRtoek7vpB6EL3I8YW6CUNsHV-tOrvnorZMji0rL5liZA1ZCkUcJFVct1sgI3_s-izKUpnGJqOt3ygROYXdbyl13b5oK5aTfkD1lmjJXiJqDS0d4MAFjEwQ==&amp;c=tXOVAhXt-f4Kll2MMHofb-faJL9fv31PA1gTTNhG99fuOYsgqRWNVQ==&amp;ch=k-engLxVi7FtvxF25OSwLJaWkjb-oLOSanuK4Nrd4sAPPU-PmKrK4A==" target="_blank">President’s Message</a>.” “She has always done a remarkable job at finding good value for us.”&nbsp;

With the retirement of Patton and Davis at the end of October, HBA leadership turns to new executive director Chris Kirby. Kirby has more than 25 years of experience in marketing, agriculture, nutrition, leadership and program development, thanks to past work with the Oklahoma Wheat Commission, Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma and Oklahoma State University.&nbsp;

Also at the HBA annual meeting, the organization elected new leadership and members of the board of directors, including:

Falk will continue to serve on the Educator Award Committee and was elected to serve on the Board of Directors.

Learn more about the Home Baking Association and check out the fantastic resources developed by Patton and Davis at&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001TKR_AKp56gyA8zSkfmutxpCXNmKLMoYs_IHzSbyiFN2iZ5jvo62AtVs2vB6gshPWr0_4gtb9JCXG-PHPU9L08lwm_lR4DTs7cz78yatIgHcI26Bix3-Tn84Qv-UrfUhtU-Y2J4pDhEATeUh9XdkcKA==&amp;c=tXOVAhXt-f4Kll2MMHofb-faJL9fv31PA1gTTNhG99fuOYsgqRWNVQ==&amp;ch=k-engLxVi7FtvxF25OSwLJaWkjb-oLOSanuK4Nrd4sAPPU-PmKrK4A==" target="_blank">homebaking.org</a>.&nbsp;

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 </figure>JULIA DEBES Kansas WheatIf baking is a work of the heart, then Charlene Patton and Sharon Davis have been the heartbeat of the Home Baking Association (HBA) for more than two decades. The pair were honored for their work to bring baking into the homes of families during the HBA’s recent annual meeting in Sunriver, Oregon, where the association also celebrated 100 years as an organization.&nbsp;“It’s hard to imagine how many home bakers have been inspired or helped by Sharon Davis, Charlene Patton and the Home Baking Association,” said Cindy Falk, Kansas Wheat nutrition educator. “I’ve worked alongside these talented women since I joined Kansas Wheat in 1988, and we have shared our passion for baking with countless youth, educators and home bakers. Together we’ve provided baking demonstrations at the Kansas State Fair, test-baked and judged entries for the National Festival of Breads, promoted wheat products at national meetings, created baking videos and so much more. Thank you both for your years of dedication and vision.”&nbsp;The HBA was started in 1923, originally as a group of soft wheat millers that produced self-rising flour and recognized they could make advancements better together. Today, the organization promotes increased home baking by providing tools and knowledge to perpetuate the love of baking by offering resources and curriculum to anyone who teaches or fosters baking skills. In 2023, the non-profit reached 8.7 million educators and consumers through the resources on its website and social media channels as well as virtual and hands-on workshops at state and national conferences.&nbsp;“The HBA has a rich library of resources for anyone who is learning or teaching others to bake at school or home,” Falk said. “Staying true to the mission of sharing those resources with others for more than a century has instilled a love of baking in countless classrooms and homes — and Charlene Patton and Sharon Davis have been integral to that continued success.”&nbsp;Davis joined the HBA in 1995 as a family and consumer science educator. Since then, she has made more than 500 presentations and written or co-written a substantial amount of printed and online teaching materials. Ranging from quick five-minute lessons to multi-week lesson plans, her lesson plans, PowerPoint presentations and videos have brought baking skills to homes, communities and classrooms from coast to coast.&nbsp;“Sharon embodies the joy of baking,” Falk said. “She has a talent for making every presentation a celebration of everything that home baking is about — passing down baking skills from parents to children, creating memories and teaching useful life skills. It has been rewarding to watch her create memorable experiences while emphasizing the significant role baking plays in families.”&nbsp;Patton started as the HBA executive director in 1997, leading the organization’s annual meetings, outside events, finances and other operations. She is also a regular presenter on home baking, appearing in-person, virtually, on video, in person and on television. Together with Davis, she authored the book, “<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001TKR_AKp56gyA8zSkfmutxpCXNmKLMoYs_IHzSbyiFN2iZ5jvo62AtZux3c81SyUVDXnvj4bv6GgrP2hPedgSQ8zY1kgPjoAnHQG4e2e5V0EW64xxLOlDIc3KoyKQVdU8P26KuwBBTR2qGwwyJQ20CHCtGDiKSmgxraqnfOCQ3AanTUVva1xmMGFPXCzBvR0WNmCJMAcpCerQ5b7sYHUgBw==&amp;c=tXOVAhXt-f4Kll2MMHofb-faJL9fv31PA1gTTNhG99fuOYsgqRWNVQ==&amp;ch=k-engLxVi7FtvxF25OSwLJaWkjb-oLOSanuK4Nrd4sAPPU-PmKrK4A==" target="_blank">Baking with Friends</a>,” a staple for recipes, tips and fun facts for teaching kids to bake.&nbsp;“Like Sharon, when the name ‘Charlene Patton’ appears on a program, it is standing room only for the presentation,” said Robert Harper, HBA President, in his “<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001TKR_AKp56gyA8zSkfmutxpCXNmKLMoYs_IHzSbyiFN2iZ5jvo62AtZux3c81SyUVRtoek7vpB6EL3I8YW6CUNsHV-tOrvnorZMji0rL5liZA1ZCkUcJFVct1sgI3_s-izKUpnGJqOt3ygROYXdbyl13b5oK5aTfkD1lmjJXiJqDS0d4MAFjEwQ==&amp;c=tXOVAhXt-f4Kll2MMHofb-faJL9fv31PA1gTTNhG99fuOYsgqRWNVQ==&amp;ch=k-engLxVi7FtvxF25OSwLJaWkjb-oLOSanuK4Nrd4sAPPU-PmKrK4A==" target="_blank">President’s Message</a>.” “She has always done a remarkable job at finding good value for us.”&nbsp;With the retirement of Patton and Davis at the end of October, HBA leadership turns to new executive director Chris Kirby. Kirby has more than 25 years of experience in marketing, agriculture, nutrition, leadership and program development, thanks to past work with the Oklahoma Wheat Commission, Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma and Oklahoma State University.&nbsp;Also at the HBA annual meeting, the organization elected new leadership and members of the board of directors, including:<ul>
 <li>President: Robert Harper, president of Hopkinsville Milling Company, Kentucky</li><li>First Vice President: Paula LaBine, marketing director with ADM Milling &amp; Baking Solutions, Illinois</li><li>Second Vice President: Ileana Durand, senior manager with ASR&nbsp;Group, American Sugar Refining, Inc.,&nbsp;Florida</li>
 </ul>Falk will continue to serve on the Educator Award Committee and was elected to serve on the Board of Directors.Learn more about the Home Baking Association and check out the fantastic resources developed by Patton and Davis at&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001TKR_AKp56gyA8zSkfmutxpCXNmKLMoYs_IHzSbyiFN2iZ5jvo62AtVs2vB6gshPWr0_4gtb9JCXG-PHPU9L08lwm_lR4DTs7cz78yatIgHcI26Bix3-Tn84Qv-UrfUhtU-Y2J4pDhEATeUh9XdkcKA==&amp;c=tXOVAhXt-f4Kll2MMHofb-faJL9fv31PA1gTTNhG99fuOYsgqRWNVQ==&amp;ch=k-engLxVi7FtvxF25OSwLJaWkjb-oLOSanuK4Nrd4sAPPU-PmKrK4A==" target="_blank">homebaking.org</a>.&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;

Baking with Heart — ﻿Home Baking Association Celebrates 100 Years, Careers of Charlene Patton and Sharon Davis

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;

11/24/2023 3:51 AM-Brecklyn	Deanne Gustason-Viol protection order; Pre-trial order

11/23/2023 10:20 PM-John	Louis Hawk-DUI; Misdemeanor&nbsp;

11/23/2023 2:00 PM-Dominic	Cedric Teague-Failure to Appear

11/23/2023 9:59 AM-Jesse	Lee Dale Redd-Endanger a Child; AGGRAVATED; Recklessly; Disorderly Conduct; Fighting words or noisy conduct; Poss of marijuana; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body&nbsp;

11/23/2023 7:05 AM-Tevin	Demarkus Bradshaw-Drugs; Distribute Marijuana or Analog thereof; 25g to &lt; 450g&nbsp;

11/22/2023 4:30 PM-Nicholas	Aaron Karches-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;11/24/2023 3:51 AM-Brecklyn	Deanne Gustason-Viol protection order; Pre-trial order11/23/2023 10:20 PM-John	Louis Hawk-DUI; Misdemeanor&nbsp;11/23/2023 2:00 PM-Dominic	Cedric Teague-Failure to Appear11/23/2023 9:59 AM-Jesse	Lee Dale Redd-Endanger a Child; AGGRAVATED; Recklessly; Disorderly Conduct; Fighting words or noisy conduct; Poss of marijuana; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body&nbsp;11/23/2023 7:05 AM-Tevin	Demarkus Bradshaw-Drugs; Distribute Marijuana or Analog thereof; 25g to &lt; 450g&nbsp;11/22/2023 4:30 PM-Nicholas	Aaron Karches-Probation Violation

Hutch Post, in partnership with Steve Harmon and the Conard-Harmon Collection, is proud to present Throwback Thursday. Enjoy a weekly release from Steve Harmon as he presents the "Hutch - Then &amp; Now Collection."

STEVE HARMON Hutch Post Contributor

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the 1300 block of East Avenue A on the north side. 

The building at 1326 E. Ave. A was built originally as the 4 S Razor Blade Factory in 1916. It was only able to stay viable until 1918. 

It was then that J.D. Conard, President of the Salt City Business College, had an innovative idea. He started the Hutchinson Auto and Tractor School there as a satellite campus. The first photo shows the architectural renderings for that endeavor. 

It was right next door to the Massey-Harris Manufacturing Plant that produced combines and tractors, so the two worked in tandem. The second photo shows the school with all its students and instructors out front in 1920. 

This endeavor only lasted until 1921, that's when Massey-Harris took over the building. Fast forward to 1970, that's when Martinez &amp; Sons Machine Shop took over the building. The third photo shows that business, which was there until 1993.

That's when Interfaith Housing purchased the building. The fourth photo shows the 1326 E. Ave. A building today, still the Interfaith Housing &amp; Community Services Inc. with Clint Nelson serving as President and Chief Executive Officer.

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<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/11/1700666717386.png" alt="Hutchinson Auto and Tractor School - Building with Students - 1326 E. Ave. A - c. 1920 (ran from 1918 through 1921). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson Auto and Tractor School - Building with Students - 1326 E. Ave. A - c. 1920 (ran from 1918 through 1921). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutch Post, in partnership with Steve Harmon and the Conard-Harmon Collection, is proud to present Throwback Thursday. Enjoy a weekly release from Steve Harmon as he presents the "Hutch - Then &amp; Now Collection."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1677153581036.png" alt="" />
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 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the 1300 block of East Avenue A on the north side. The building at 1326 E. Ave. A was built originally as the 4 S Razor Blade Factory in 1916. It was only able to stay viable until 1918. It was then that J.D. Conard, President of the Salt City Business College, had an innovative idea. He started the Hutchinson Auto and Tractor School there as a satellite campus. The first photo shows the architectural renderings for that endeavor. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/11/1700665241977.png" alt="Hutchinson Auto and Tractor School - Architect Rendering - 1326 E. Ave. A (Built 1916 as 4 S Razor Blade Factory). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson Auto and Tractor School - Architect Rendering - 1326 E. Ave. A (Built 1916 as 4 S Razor Blade Factory). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>It was right next door to the Massey-Harris Manufacturing Plant that produced combines and tractors, so the two worked in tandem. The second photo shows the school with all its students and instructors out front in 1920. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/11/1700665405811.png" alt="Hutchinson Auto and Tractor School - Building with Students - 1326 E. Ave. A - c. 1920 (ran from 1918 through 1921). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson Auto and Tractor School - Building with Students - 1326 E. Ave. A - c. 1920 (ran from 1918 through 1921). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>This endeavor only lasted until 1921, that's when Massey-Harris took over the building. Fast forward to 1970, that's when Martinez &amp; Sons Machine Shop took over the building. The third photo shows that business, which was there until 1993.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/11/1700665469209.png" alt="Hutchinson Auto and Tractor School - Martinez &amp; Sons (Jim) Machine Shop - Second Location - 1326 E. Ave. A - 1970 to 1994. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson Auto and Tractor School - Martinez &amp; Sons (Jim) Machine Shop - Second Location - 1326 E. Ave. A - 1970 to 1994. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>That's when Interfaith Housing purchased the building. The fourth photo shows the 1326 E. Ave. A building today, still the Interfaith Housing &amp; Community Services Inc. with Clint Nelson serving as President and Chief Executive Officer.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/11/1700665543337.png" alt="Hutchinson Auto and Tractor School - Interfaith Housing - 1326 E. Ave. A - Oct. 21, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson Auto and Tractor School - Interfaith Housing - 1326 E. Ave. A - Oct. 21, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
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Editor's Note: This is a repost of an article from earlier this month, just as a reminder to pet owners on the holiday.

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Jon Austin, DVM with Hutchinson Small Animal Hospital is urging pet owners to continue their normal feeding schedule with their pets, even when bringing the family together for holiday gatherings, especially on Thanksgiving.

"It's definitely a holiday for us, not for them," Austin said. "It's just another day for them, or it should be, for their GI tract. Pets tend to get included in things. I know that, during that holiday, we're going to see some pets who got some gravy and who got some fat and who got some turkey and maybe one that got in the kitchen and knocked the turkey off the counter and got some bones and things. It's part of the holidays, as far as the veterinary perspective. It's something that we have to be concerned about."

High fat is not good for dogs, in particular.

"Their systems are not really designed to manage and handle the quantity of fat that is in the food that we eat," Austin said. "We see everything from bone problems, irritating the GI tract, to pancreatitis, which is a response by their body to the amount of fat that they consume, when they get into the gravy or the drippings from the turkey."

If your pet develops pancreatitis, that can need to be treated with the vet keeping your pet.

"It kind of depends on what's happening," Austin said. "If they do get pancreatitis, we have to avoid them using their GI tract, so they have to stay in the hospital for a few days and get everything through their vein. We put a catheter in and we take care of them intravenously. We avoid them eating or drinking anything because, every time they do that, that chemically stimulates the pancreas and that's what we're trying to heal and give a rest to. If they get a bone and are trying to pass it, we'll have them in and monitor."

If you have further questions about any topics, call your regular veterinarian. They would be more than happy to explain.

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 </figure>Editor's Note: This is a repost of an article from earlier this month, just as a reminder to pet owners on the holiday.NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Jon Austin, DVM with Hutchinson Small Animal Hospital is urging pet owners to continue their normal feeding schedule with their pets, even when bringing the family together for holiday gatherings, especially on Thanksgiving."It's definitely a holiday for us, not for them," Austin said. "It's just another day for them, or it should be, for their GI tract. Pets tend to get included in things. I know that, during that holiday, we're going to see some pets who got some gravy and who got some fat and who got some turkey and maybe one that got in the kitchen and knocked the turkey off the counter and got some bones and things. It's part of the holidays, as far as the veterinary perspective. It's something that we have to be concerned about."High fat is not good for dogs, in particular."Their systems are not really designed to manage and handle the quantity of fat that is in the food that we eat," Austin said. "We see everything from bone problems, irritating the GI tract, to pancreatitis, which is a response by their body to the amount of fat that they consume, when they get into the gravy or the drippings from the turkey."If your pet develops pancreatitis, that can need to be treated with the vet keeping your pet."It kind of depends on what's happening," Austin said. "If they do get pancreatitis, we have to avoid them using their GI tract, so they have to stay in the hospital for a few days and get everything through their vein. We put a catheter in and we take care of them intravenously. We avoid them eating or drinking anything because, every time they do that, that chemically stimulates the pancreas and that's what we're trying to heal and give a rest to. If they get a bone and are trying to pass it, we'll have them in and monitor."If you have further questions about any topics, call your regular veterinarian. They would be more than happy to explain.<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;

Austin: Feed pets normally on Thanksgiving

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Families can visit the Youth Services department at the Hutchinson Public Library to make a custom cinnamon ornament, drink hot cocoa, and take a spin around the Scholastic Book Fair for holiday shopping the evening of Tuesday, Dec. 5. 

This is a come-and-go event, perfect for all ages. The event is from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. at the Library at 901 North Main.

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 </figure>Hutchinson Public LibraryHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Families can visit the Youth Services department at the Hutchinson Public Library to make a custom cinnamon ornament, drink hot cocoa, and take a spin around the Scholastic Book Fair for holiday shopping the evening of Tuesday, Dec. 5. This is a come-and-go event, perfect for all ages. The event is from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. at the Library at 901 North Main.<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;

Hutchinson Public Library hosting youth night

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;

11/22/2023 4:10 PM-Abby	Viola Parks-Theft; Property or Services; Less than $1,500; Forgery; Issuing or distributing

11/22/2023 3:35 PM-Joseph	Marc Franklin-In Transit From-To Other Agency&nbsp;

11/22/2023 3:02 PM-Mario	Korbyn Adam Morales-Probation Violation; Distribution of contr subs; Causing death; Drugs; Distribute Substance designated in 65-4105,4107,4109,4111(Oxy, Hydrocodone); &lt; 10 dosage units; Distribution of contr subs; Cause great bodily harm; Drugs; Arrange sale/purchase of controlled substance using a communication facility; Drugs; Acquire proceeds from sale of controlled substance, Less than $5,000; Interference with Law Enforcement; Obstruct, Resist, Oppose; Felony Case, Execution of a Felony Warrant

11/22/2023 1:28 PM-Terrell	Jovan Parker-Viol protection order; Pre-trial order

11/22/2023 12:34 PM-Deven	Wayne Ratzlaff-Probation Violation&nbsp;

11/22/2023 10:11 AM-Gary	Wayne Miller-Violation of Offender Registration Act; 1st Conv; Person

11/22/2023 6:33 AM-Kenneth	Andrew Battle-Aggravated Burglary; Unknown Circumstance; Interference with Law Enforcement; Obstruct, Resist, Oppose; Felony Case, Execution of a Felony Warrant

11/22/2023 5:01 AM-Ava	Lillian Shea-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;11/22/2023 4:10 PM-Abby	Viola Parks-Theft; Property or Services; Less than $1,500; Forgery; Issuing or distributing11/22/2023 3:35 PM-Joseph	Marc Franklin-In Transit From-To Other Agency&nbsp;11/22/2023 3:02 PM-Mario	Korbyn Adam Morales-Probation Violation; Distribution of contr subs; Causing death; Drugs; Distribute Substance designated in 65-4105,4107,4109,4111(Oxy, Hydrocodone); &lt; 10 dosage units; Distribution of contr subs; Cause great bodily harm; Drugs; Arrange sale/purchase of controlled substance using a communication facility; Drugs; Acquire proceeds from sale of controlled substance, Less than $5,000; Interference with Law Enforcement; Obstruct, Resist, Oppose; Felony Case, Execution of a Felony Warrant11/22/2023 1:28 PM-Terrell	Jovan Parker-Viol protection order; Pre-trial order11/22/2023 12:34 PM-Deven	Wayne Ratzlaff-Probation Violation&nbsp;11/22/2023 10:11 AM-Gary	Wayne Miller-Violation of Offender Registration Act; 1st Conv; Person11/22/2023 6:33 AM-Kenneth	Andrew Battle-Aggravated Burglary; Unknown Circumstance; Interference with Law Enforcement; Obstruct, Resist, Oppose; Felony Case, Execution of a Felony Warrant11/22/2023 5:01 AM-Ava	Lillian Shea-Interference with Law Enforcement; Obstruct, Resist, Oppose; Felony Case, Execution of a Felony Warrant

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Gas prices in Kansas are somewhere they haven't been in several months.

"If you're heading out on a holiday trip, you definitely have something to be thankful for this year," said Shawn Steward with AAA Kansas. "Gas prices in Kansas are now under $3 a gallon, right at $2.99. It's the first time we've been sub $3 since this past January. We're down 39 cents in the past month and down 30 cents from where we were a year ago."

Kansas currently has the 12th lowest average gas price in the nation.

"Crude oil has been pretty stable," Steward said. "The last week or so, we're at the $77 range, in terms of the per barrel price of crude oil. There really hasn't been any volatility that we thought might happen with things happening in the Middle East."

Area counties are on either side of the state average as of Wednesday.

"Demand typically falls this time of year, with the exception of holiday travel weekends," Steward said. "As we get into colder months, the demand drops, because fewer people are out driving, especially as we get winter weather."

The Kansas average is generally 30 to 35 cents less than the national average this time of year.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Gas prices in Kansas are somewhere they haven't been in several months."If you're heading out on a holiday trip, you definitely have something to be thankful for this year," said Shawn Steward with AAA Kansas. "Gas prices in Kansas are now under $3 a gallon, right at $2.99. It's the first time we've been sub $3 since this past January. We're down 39 cents in the past month and down 30 cents from where we were a year ago."Kansas currently has the 12th lowest average gas price in the nation."Crude oil has been pretty stable," Steward said. "The last week or so, we're at the $77 range, in terms of the per barrel price of crude oil. There really hasn't been any volatility that we thought might happen with things happening in the Middle East."Area counties are on either side of the state average as of Wednesday.Reno: $2.94McPherson: $2.76Harvey: $3.00Sedgwick: $3.00Kingman: $3.03Pratt: $3.20Stafford: $3.10Rice: $3.19"Demand typically falls this time of year, with the exception of holiday travel weekends," Steward said. "As we get into colder months, the demand drops, because fewer people are out driving, especially as we get winter weather."The Kansas average is generally 30 to 35 cents less than the national average this time of year.<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;

AAA: Gas price average in Kansas under $3 a gallon

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — As part of the Board of County Commissioners meeting on Wednesday, the tiebreaker was held for an election in a Reno County community.

"We have a tie vote in Langdon city, for the city council," said Reno County Deputy Elections Clerk Jenna Fager. "They each received three write in votes, and that was for Lathan Keener and Karen Fisher. Today, we do need to go ahead and break that tie."

The Board of Canvassers chose a coin toss to break the tie and they had Chaplain Richard Haley toss the coin. It came up heads, so Lathan Keener wins the city council seat.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — As part of the Board of County Commissioners meeting on Wednesday, the tiebreaker was held for an election in a Reno County community."We have a tie vote in Langdon city, for the city council," said Reno County Deputy Elections Clerk Jenna Fager. "They each received three write in votes, and that was for Lathan Keener and Karen Fisher. Today, we do need to go ahead and break that tie."The Board of Canvassers chose a coin toss to break the tie and they had Chaplain Richard Haley toss the coin. It came up heads, so Lathan Keener wins the city council seat.<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;

Coin toss decides Langdon City Council race

STERLING, Kan. — The Sterling Chamber of Commerce sponsors the annual Thanksgiving Day Community Dinner in Sterling. 

The dinner will be served in the Sterling College Cafeteria, located in the Student Union Building on campus from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend this time when Sterling College students who don't go home for the holidays and people who live alone have the opportunity to eat Thanksgiving dinner with others.

The meal will feature the traditions; turkey, ham, mashed potatoes, gravy, stuffing, corn, salads, relishes, bread, dessert and drinks. Guests who wish to do so may bring desserts and salads.

Although this meal is free of charge, the chamber does accept free will donations.&nbsp; They will also be collecting donations of canned and other goods (including soaps, detergents, cleaning items and paper products) for the area food banks.

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 </figure>Sterling ChamberSTERLING, Kan. — The Sterling Chamber of Commerce sponsors the annual Thanksgiving Day Community Dinner in Sterling. The dinner will be served in the Sterling College Cafeteria, located in the Student Union Building on campus from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend this time when Sterling College students who don't go home for the holidays and people who live alone have the opportunity to eat Thanksgiving dinner with others.The meal will feature the traditions; turkey, ham, mashed potatoes, gravy, stuffing, corn, salads, relishes, bread, dessert and drinks. Guests who wish to do so may bring desserts and salads.Although this meal is free of charge, the chamber does accept free will donations.&nbsp; They will also be collecting donations of canned and other goods (including soaps, detergents, cleaning items and paper products) for the area food banks.<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;

Sterling Chamber sponsors Thanksgiving dinner

HUTCHINSON, Kan. —The night before Thanksgiving has developed a reputation for heavy alcohol consumption and binge drinking. Unfortunately, that trend isn’t isolated to the evening before the holiday.

"There seems to be a trend where, when people get back together during the holidays with family and friends that they haven't seen in awhile, people like to get out and celebrate and maybe hit the bars, or just have some celebration at home," said Shawn Steward with AAA Kansas. "We refer to it as Drinksgiving or Blackout Wednesday. Drinking is part of celebrations and unfortunately, drinking and driving has become an issue in a lot of places."

More than 830 people died nationwide in crashes involving a drunk driver over the Thanksgiving holiday period ― Wednesday through Sunday ― from 2017 to 2021, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

"In Kansas, during the five day extended Thanksgiving holiday from 2017 to 2021, 27 people died in traffic crashes, including five that included alcohol impairment," Steward said. "Of the almost 3400 vehicle crashes overall that occurred during this period, 128 of those were alcohol-related."

Impaired driving also endangers the lives of law enforcement, tow truck operators, emergency response teams and others working at the side of the road.

"A lot of people think, oh, I'm just a little bit buzzed," Steward said. "Buzzed driving is drunk driving. You don't know exactly how impaired you are. Sometimes people's judgment is clouded by that alcohol and they think they are fine to drive, but in reality, they are over the limit, in terms of blood alcohol content. It's just safe, if you are going to be drinking, to make sure that somebody who is completely sober is going to be doing the driving."

Get sober before getting behind the wheel. Only TIME works―not coffee nor cold showers. It takes about 1 hour to burn off an average drink. Five ounces of wine, 12 ounces of beer or 1½ ounces of liquor all contain about the same amount of alcohol.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. —The night before Thanksgiving has developed a reputation for heavy alcohol consumption and binge drinking. Unfortunately, that trend isn’t isolated to the evening before the holiday."There seems to be a trend where, when people get back together during the holidays with family and friends that they haven't seen in awhile, people like to get out and celebrate and maybe hit the bars, or just have some celebration at home," said Shawn Steward with AAA Kansas. "We refer to it as Drinksgiving or Blackout Wednesday. Drinking is part of celebrations and unfortunately, drinking and driving has become an issue in a lot of places."More than 830 people died nationwide in crashes involving a drunk driver over the Thanksgiving holiday period ― Wednesday through Sunday ― from 2017 to 2021, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration."In Kansas, during the five day extended Thanksgiving holiday from 2017 to 2021, 27 people died in traffic crashes, including five that included alcohol impairment," Steward said. "Of the almost 3400 vehicle crashes overall that occurred during this period, 128 of those were alcohol-related."Impaired driving also endangers the lives of law enforcement, tow truck operators, emergency response teams and others working at the side of the road."A lot of people think, oh, I'm just a little bit buzzed," Steward said. "Buzzed driving is drunk driving. You don't know exactly how impaired you are. Sometimes people's judgment is clouded by that alcohol and they think they are fine to drive, but in reality, they are over the limit, in terms of blood alcohol content. It's just safe, if you are going to be drinking, to make sure that somebody who is completely sober is going to be doing the driving."Get sober before getting behind the wheel. Only TIME works―not coffee nor cold showers. It takes about 1 hour to burn off an average drink. Five ounces of wine, 12 ounces of beer or 1½ ounces of liquor all contain about the same amount of alcohol.<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;

AAA: Beware of 'Drinksgiving'

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — John Eberly with the Hutchinson Art Center notes that there are two exhibits going on at the center between now and Dec. 23. Some&nbsp;local artists will be featured for the next few weeks from TECH.

"We are bringing a wonderful exhibit from the TECH Client Art," Eberly said. "It will be on display from Nov. 20 to Dec. 23. That will be featured in our front gallery."

Also, a group from Wichita will have its work up after Thanksgiving.

"We're really excited," Eberly said. "We've got the Tallgrass Prairie Printmakers coming from Wichita. That's a group of hand-pulled prints and lithographs, linoleum cuts, wood relief prints, monoprints and more. They are based out of Mark Arts in Wichita and we're really excited to have those guys coming in."&nbsp;

The opening reception for the Tallgrass Prairie Printmakers exhibition will be held on Friday, Dec. 1 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Hutchinson Art Center. Admission to the reception is free.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — John Eberly with the Hutchinson Art Center notes that there are two exhibits going on at the center between now and Dec. 23. Some&nbsp;local artists will be featured for the next few weeks from TECH."We are bringing a wonderful exhibit from the TECH Client Art," Eberly said. "It will be on display from Nov. 20 to Dec. 23. That will be featured in our front gallery."Also, a group from Wichita will have its work up after Thanksgiving."We're really excited," Eberly said. "We've got the Tallgrass Prairie Printmakers coming from Wichita. That's a group of hand-pulled prints and lithographs, linoleum cuts, wood relief prints, monoprints and more. They are based out of Mark Arts in Wichita and we're really excited to have those guys coming in."&nbsp;The opening reception for the Tallgrass Prairie Printmakers exhibition will be held on Friday, Dec. 1 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Hutchinson Art Center. Admission to the reception is free.<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 with fresh exhibits for the holiday season

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;

11/22/2023 1:00 AM-Dylon	Ray Patten-Agg battery; Knowingly cause great body harm; Domestic Battery; Aggravated; Impede Breathing by Pressure to Throat, Neck or Chest

11/21/2023 8:06 PM=Juan	Angel Gonzalez-Drugs; Distribute Hallucinogenic designated in 65-4105d, 4107g, 4109g; 10 to &lt;100 Dosage Units; Drugs; Paraphernalia; Sell/Distribute/Possess for illegal use; Drugs; Acquire proceeds from sale of controlled substance, Less than $5,000; Drugs; Attempt to arrange sale/purchase of controlled substance using a communication facility; Poss of marijuana; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body; Driving while license cancelled/suspended/revoked; misd; unknown conv

11/21/2023 6:40 PM-Chance	Cody Trimm-Direct Contempt

11/21/2023 3:39 PM-Aliza	Ranae Paypay-Failure to Appear

11/21/2023 2:59 PM-Alexander	Jacob Spence-Failure to Appear

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HAMBURG, Germany — At its third Capital Market Day in Hamburg, Germany on Tuesday, Siemens Energy presented a strategic outlook to analysts and investors. The Executive Board outlined a clear path to create shareholder value along three priorities: Deliver on profitable growth, fix the wind business and maintain a solid financial foundation.

"We are achieving consistent and impressive results in 70% of our businesses. Those results show that our underlying strategic north star to become a leader in the energy transition is right. Our portfolio is excellently positioned, and our record order backlog of 112 billion Euros clearly demonstrates this. As a next step, we will accelerate profitable growth and execute our order backlog with improved margins and operational excellence. The turnaround of Siemens Gamesa remains our highest priority and we now have a defined path and action plan to reach break-even for the wind business in fiscal year 2026 and to return to profitability thereafter,” said Christian Bruch, President and CEO of Siemens Energy. Siemens Energy’s CFO Maria Ferraro emphasized prudent resource allocation with focused investments geared towards growth or customer requirements. In addition, she re-emphasized the company’s commitment to maintain its investment grade credit profile which underlines Siemens Energy’s fiscal year 2024 net cash target.

The business areas Gas Services, Grid Technologies, and Transformation of Industry, which account for 70% of Siemens Energy’s revenue, are all on track to achieve or exceed their mid-term targets. Here, Siemens Energy benefits from strong market trends and its well positioned portfolio supporting customers with their decarbonization efforts. In these three business areas, Siemens Energy expects margins of 7-9% for Transformation of Industry (target upgraded), 9-11% for Grid Technologies (target upgraded) and 10-12% for Gas Services (target confirmed) by fiscal year 2026.

Global energy trends, like major grid investment and decarbonization, act as a catalyst for profitable growth across the entire Siemens Energy portfolio. Investment in the energy transition amounted to US $1.7 trillion1 in 2023 – highlighting the pace and scale at which clean energy technologies are being deployed. Demand for electricity is set to double between 2022 and 2050. By 2050 there will be six times more installed global capacity on the grid from renewable energy sources. The market is now starting to see traction from governmental decarbonization investment programs and supportive regulatory frameworks like the EU Wind Package. This, coupled with the arrival of decarbonization targets in new and emerging markets, is boosting future market prospects for Siemens Energy with its energy technology portfolio that supports the entire value chain.

Defined action path and plan for wind business to break-even in fiscal year 2026

The wind subsidiary Siemens Gamesa has suffered serious setbacks. These challenges overshadowed the solid performance of the other businesses. With a clearly defined action plan based on simplifying the product portfolio, optimizing footprint and operations, and strengthening processes and control, the wind business will be fixed, and reach break-even in 2026.

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 </figure>Siemens Energy HAMBURG, Germany — At its third Capital Market Day in Hamburg, Germany on Tuesday, Siemens Energy presented a strategic outlook to analysts and investors. The Executive Board outlined a clear path to create shareholder value along three priorities: Deliver on profitable growth, fix the wind business and maintain a solid financial foundation."We are achieving consistent and impressive results in 70% of our businesses. Those results show that our underlying strategic north star to become a leader in the energy transition is right. Our portfolio is excellently positioned, and our record order backlog of 112 billion Euros clearly demonstrates this. As a next step, we will accelerate profitable growth and execute our order backlog with improved margins and operational excellence. The turnaround of Siemens Gamesa remains our highest priority and we now have a defined path and action plan to reach break-even for the wind business in fiscal year 2026 and to return to profitability thereafter,” said Christian Bruch, President and CEO of Siemens Energy. Siemens Energy’s CFO Maria Ferraro emphasized prudent resource allocation with focused investments geared towards growth or customer requirements. In addition, she re-emphasized the company’s commitment to maintain its investment grade credit profile which underlines Siemens Energy’s fiscal year 2024 net cash target.The business areas Gas Services, Grid Technologies, and Transformation of Industry, which account for 70% of Siemens Energy’s revenue, are all on track to achieve or exceed their mid-term targets. Here, Siemens Energy benefits from strong market trends and its well positioned portfolio supporting customers with their decarbonization efforts. In these three business areas, Siemens Energy expects margins of 7-9% for Transformation of Industry (target upgraded), 9-11% for Grid Technologies (target upgraded) and 10-12% for Gas Services (target confirmed) by fiscal year 2026.Global energy trends, like major grid investment and decarbonization, act as a catalyst for profitable growth across the entire Siemens Energy portfolio. Investment in the energy transition amounted to US $1.7 trillion1 in 2023 – highlighting the pace and scale at which clean energy technologies are being deployed. Demand for electricity is set to double between 2022 and 2050. By 2050 there will be six times more installed global capacity on the grid from renewable energy sources. The market is now starting to see traction from governmental decarbonization investment programs and supportive regulatory frameworks like the EU Wind Package. This, coupled with the arrival of decarbonization targets in new and emerging markets, is boosting future market prospects for Siemens Energy with its energy technology portfolio that supports the entire value chain.Defined action path and plan for wind business to break-even in fiscal year 2026The wind subsidiary Siemens Gamesa has suffered serious setbacks. These challenges overshadowed the solid performance of the other businesses. With a clearly defined action plan based on simplifying the product portfolio, optimizing footprint and operations, and strengthening processes and control, the wind business will be fixed, and reach break-even in 2026.The technical review in onshore has identified the deficiencies with high impacts in the onshore business and remediation actions are under preparation. Siemens Gamesa will be focusing its onshore business based on specific criteria, such as supportive regulations and policies and, sizeable profit pools resulting in an optimized footprint. In offshore, Siemens Gamesa is ramping up production capacity at existing factories to meet customer demand and work through the order backlog. Strengthening operational excellence through plant-specific initiatives, commercial selectivity and implementing cost-saving measures, will increase profitability. Siemens Gamesa expects to achieve break-even by fiscal year 2026 followed by profitable growth.Siemens Gamesa has a nacelle plant in Hutchinson.<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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