HUTCHINSON, Kan. — TECH has a new business venture. 

According to a social media post from TECH,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/riseeventrentals?__cft__[0]=AZUVm3l1aq0Gn2LJP7l5OP51vmVulccaWjf2eUDZd5sl0fjXpmb6S0K0vhQPjdHfYiRBLVzeqbWHw4CSK175hbZgUDRf7A6hLhTxiU7hSHYdvPZ_PnWh5R9dOoythCvGnXSajShRMxB24BhrtLBGhvBTQpfsEM6EdVn2PaeByjCNXIGcdSs4QXBGJS21TNY30CE4P1H6lzXkOSt644qKjAH5RdxQpapv2TfKuW0V5fITUm2XYsPuu4L2eZ5uNWP_YbviDxWwF-rKsyAyz16rPLOVx7z-XpXr16E27p0s46JroK8TKZziu2vZyQdwGHN-8-Y&amp;__tn__=-]K-R">Rise Event Rentals</a> is a event rental company that came to be after a long partnership with Kitty Keazer and Details Event Planning and Rentals. While Kitty will continue serving the community as an event coordinator, TECH has taken over the inventory for Details Event Planning and Rentals.

This is a new business venture for TECH and all rentals will support their service programs. People served by TECH will have the opportunity to work and earn a paycheck with Rise Event Rentals. Rise Event Rentals will be open by appointment and rentals can be picked up/dropped off Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. at 6 South Main in Downtown Hutchinson.&nbsp; 

For more information, go to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.riseeventrentals.com/?fbclid=IwAR3jrg5FDFib-rg1EFDdckRm5UfZwd7B88jNv2gGkssjMxdufXMrMaz7QiA" target="_blank">www.riseeventrentals.com</a>.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — TECH has a new business venture. According to a social media post from TECH,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/riseeventrentals?__cft__[0]=AZUVm3l1aq0Gn2LJP7l5OP51vmVulccaWjf2eUDZd5sl0fjXpmb6S0K0vhQPjdHfYiRBLVzeqbWHw4CSK175hbZgUDRf7A6hLhTxiU7hSHYdvPZ_PnWh5R9dOoythCvGnXSajShRMxB24BhrtLBGhvBTQpfsEM6EdVn2PaeByjCNXIGcdSs4QXBGJS21TNY30CE4P1H6lzXkOSt644qKjAH5RdxQpapv2TfKuW0V5fITUm2XYsPuu4L2eZ5uNWP_YbviDxWwF-rKsyAyz16rPLOVx7z-XpXr16E27p0s46JroK8TKZziu2vZyQdwGHN-8-Y&amp;__tn__=-]K-R">Rise Event Rentals</a> is a event rental company that came to be after a long partnership with Kitty Keazer and Details Event Planning and Rentals. While Kitty will continue serving the community as an event coordinator, TECH has taken over the inventory for Details Event Planning and Rentals. This is a new business venture for TECH and all rentals will support their service programs. People served by TECH will have the opportunity to work and earn a paycheck with Rise Event Rentals. Rise Event Rentals will be open by appointment and rentals can be picked up/dropped off Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. at 6 South Main in Downtown Hutchinson.&nbsp; For more information, go to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.riseeventrentals.com/?fbclid=IwAR3jrg5FDFib-rg1EFDdckRm5UfZwd7B88jNv2gGkssjMxdufXMrMaz7QiA" target="_blank">www.riseeventrentals.com</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;

TECH now running event rental company

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Community College Cosmetology is beginning its annual Back to School Haircuts next week for Nickerson and South Hutchinson district students, because their regular day is on USD 309's first day of school.&nbsp;

Those students can pick up vouchers for appointments from August 8 through 11 at the Nickerson City Office at 15 North Nickerson, South Hutchinson City Office at 2 South Main in South Hutchinson, or the USD 309 District Offices at 4501 West 4th in Hutchinson.

Appointment times are Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and Thursday from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Students in all other area districts can come to get their hair cut during the regular event, which this year will be Monday, August 14 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Children in Pre-K through grade 12 are eligible for a free haircut to be performed by HutchCC cosmetology students and volunteer cosmetologists and barbers. No appointment is necessary on the 14th; haircuts will be done on a first come, first served basis.

All haircuts will take place at&nbsp;the school’s center at 200 E. 3rd Ave., 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;

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Community College Cosmetology is beginning its annual Back to School Haircuts next week for Nickerson and South Hutchinson district students, because their regular day is on USD 309's first day of school.&nbsp;Those students can pick up vouchers for appointments from August 8 through 11 at the Nickerson City Office at 15 North Nickerson, South Hutchinson City Office at 2 South Main in South Hutchinson, or the USD 309 District Offices at 4501 West 4th in Hutchinson.Appointment times are Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and Thursday from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.Students in all other area districts can come to get their hair cut during the regular event, which this year will be Monday, August 14 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.Children in Pre-K through grade 12 are eligible for a free haircut to be performed by HutchCC cosmetology students and volunteer cosmetologists and barbers. No appointment is necessary on the 14th; haircuts will be done on a first come, first served basis.All haircuts will take place at&nbsp;the school’s center at 200 E. 3rd Ave., 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;

Back to school haircuts to start for USD 309 students next week

NEWTON, Kan. — The first half of 2023 saw more than $17,000 in public improvement projects in downtown Newton, with an additional $5,526 in city investment to support various events in the downtown area.

Public improvements included an ADA ramp at 122 E. Sixth Street, repainting decorative lighting, parking lot repairs, and repairs to an alley entrance on the 100 block of West 6th Street.

Ten special events were supported through public investments with city staff time for street closures, street cleaning, and placing flags along Main Street.

The mill and overlay project for K-15 (Main Street) from the BNSF Railway crossing to the north city limits has been delayed to 2024.

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 </figure>Choose NewtonNEWTON, Kan. — The first half of 2023 saw more than $17,000 in public improvement projects in downtown Newton, with an additional $5,526 in city investment to support various events in the downtown area.Public improvements included an ADA ramp at 122 E. Sixth Street, repainting decorative lighting, parking lot repairs, and repairs to an alley entrance on the 100 block of West 6th Street.Ten special events were supported through public investments with city staff time for street closures, street cleaning, and placing flags along Main Street.The mill and overlay project for K-15 (Main Street) from the BNSF Railway crossing to the north city limits has been delayed to 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;

City of Newton invests in downtown

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Kansas State Fair is looking for models of all kinds to help tell the story of the 2023 Kansas State Fair in photos and videos from Sept. 8 to 17 in Hutchinson. 

No previous modeling experience is required, just a willing personality, and a love of the Fair.

Casting includes: Families-Kids-Seniors-Couples-Teen/Young Adult Groups

Selected models will receive free gate tickets, and be scheduled for a 30 minute shoot with the State Fair media crew.

Apply here by August 15: <a href="https://www.kansasstatefair.com/f/166?fbclid=IwAR0o1EztcdWGmFITsAJZbyp1sgmv-Hg3yQzQcPn-a1lpeVkFBry9iBURzP8" target="_blank">https://www.kansasstatefair.com/f/166</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;

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 </figure>Kansas State FairHUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Kansas State Fair is looking for models of all kinds to help tell the story of the 2023 Kansas State Fair in photos and videos from Sept. 8 to 17 in Hutchinson. No previous modeling experience is required, just a willing personality, and a love of the Fair.Casting includes: Families-Kids-Seniors-Couples-Teen/Young Adult GroupsSelected models will receive free gate tickets, and be scheduled for a 30 minute shoot with the State Fair media crew.Apply here by August 15: <a href="https://www.kansasstatefair.com/f/166?fbclid=IwAR0o1EztcdWGmFITsAJZbyp1sgmv-Hg3yQzQcPn-a1lpeVkFBry9iBURzP8" target="_blank">https://www.kansasstatefair.com/f/166</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;

State Fair looking for models

RENO COUNTY, Kan. — Brush Up Reno is looking for homes that need help with their curb appeal.

Brush Up Reno will provide up to $1500 in paint, a Magnum X5 Electric TruAirless Sprayer and paint supplies at no cost to qualifying Reno County homeowners.

For more information on income and housing guidelines and to receive an application, call Interfaith Housing at (620) 662-8370.

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 </figure>RENO COUNTY, Kan. — Brush Up Reno is looking for homes that need help with their curb appeal.Brush Up Reno will provide up to $1500 in paint, a Magnum X5 Electric TruAirless Sprayer and paint supplies at no cost to qualifying Reno County homeowners.For more information on income and housing guidelines and to receive an application, call Interfaith Housing at (620) 662-8370.<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;

Brush Up Reno looking for homes

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;

8/2/2023 1:49 AM-Stacey	Lynn Herren-DWS; 3rd or subs conv

8/2/2023 12:53 AM-Dagn	Donavon French-Failure to Appear

8/2/2023 12:18 AM-Vince	Eric Dandy-Viol protection order; Abuse order&nbsp;

8/1/2023 11:54 PM-Erick	Nicholas Medley-Probation Violation

8/1/2023 10:33 PM-Zachary	Lynn Stinson-Failure to Appear

8/1/2023 5:15 PM-Adrian	Rodolfo Flores-Probation Violation

8/1/2023 5:04 PM-Jerlene	Lenay Oliver-Failure to Appear

8/1/2023 12:23 PM-Kevin	Paul Martinelli-Failure to Appear

8/1/2023 11:03 AM-Robert	David Garvey-Failure to Appear

8/1/2023 10:05 AM-John	Enrico Dilorenzo-Driving while license cancelled/suspended/revoked; misd; unknown conv

8/1/2023 9:15 AM-Miles	William Henning-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;8/2/2023 1:49 AM-Stacey	Lynn Herren-DWS; 3rd or subs conv8/2/2023 12:53 AM-Dagn	Donavon French-Failure to Appear8/2/2023 12:18 AM-Vince	Eric Dandy-Viol protection order; Abuse order&nbsp;8/1/2023 11:54 PM-Erick	Nicholas Medley-Probation Violation8/1/2023 10:33 PM-Zachary	Lynn Stinson-Failure to Appear8/1/2023 5:15 PM-Adrian	Rodolfo Flores-Probation Violation8/1/2023 5:04 PM-Jerlene	Lenay Oliver-Failure to Appear8/1/2023 12:23 PM-Kevin	Paul Martinelli-Failure to Appear8/1/2023 11:03 AM-Robert	David Garvey-Failure to Appear8/1/2023 10:05 AM-John	Enrico Dilorenzo-Driving while license cancelled/suspended/revoked; misd; unknown conv8/1/2023 9:15 AM-Miles	William Henning-Probation Violation

Daily Bookings

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — A standing room only crowd filled the Rice Park Community Building Tuesday night to find out what they can do to save the&nbsp;historic half-mile oval at the Kansas State Fairgrounds. 

Larned mayor, Hutch Nationals winner and Hutch native William Nusser knows that it will take work from everyone in that room Tuesday to get the State Fair Board to the table to reconsider their decision.

"I figured seating we had about 120, plus back here, we had about 150 or 200 people," Nusser said. "To get that many people to take time out of their day, as hot as it is. Nobody wants to come off their work and do this. We're just starting."

The goal, stated by Nusser, is to get the Fair Board to hold a meeting to specifically talk about the track and their rationale for the proposed closure. He believes they would get an even larger crowd if that happened.

State Representative Republican Paul Waggoner believes there are some actions the legislature could take to save the track, if they so chose, because the fair has trouble getting big projects done without some state money in the game somewhere.

"As much as they are a fee funded agency, for anything serious, they're always coming to the legislature for money," Waggoner said. "Frankly, if they do something that the legislature thinks is unwise or is sort of counterproductive to the overall mission of the fair, if they start getting the cold shoulder from Topeka, I think that will get their attention. I think it's one of the ways that as a group of organized people that are trying to do something about this, that we can actually make a difference in the way this decision goes."

The legislature could put a budget proviso in when it does its budget work preventing any state money from being used for the track's demolition. 

In order to get that done, though, the legislature would need to see some critical mass of voters writing and emailing not only the Governor and State Fair board members, as Nusser called for them to do in the next ten days, but also writing their individual legislators and expressing their hope that at least the track can continue to run races while the plans for the future are being finalized, rather than making the 2023 edition of the Hutch Nationals the last.

"Would I welcome the opportunity to come to this track one more time? Absolutely," said promoter C. Ray Hall. "I don't know how we come back and say we're going to do it again when we've been telling everybody it's the last one. I'm not sure how we do that, but I would welcome the opportunity. What an event. What a way to end it. If that ended it, what a way to end it. I think we can build on what we've done this past July."

Hall understands the dangers of racing during the Fair itself may be too great to allow for that to happen while the midway is active just beyond the grandstand, but Hutch Nationals continuing is a different thing and it's an idea a room full of racers and fans want the fair board to think about and to talk publicly about with them before they tear things down.&nbsp;

From Hutch Post's vantage point in the room Tuesday night, it did not appear that any members of the fair board or the fair general manager attended.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — A standing room only crowd filled the Rice Park Community Building Tuesday night to find out what they can do to save the&nbsp;historic half-mile oval at the Kansas State Fairgrounds. Larned mayor, Hutch Nationals winner and Hutch native William Nusser knows that it will take work from everyone in that room Tuesday to get the State Fair Board to the table to reconsider their decision."I figured seating we had about 120, plus back here, we had about 150 or 200 people," Nusser said. "To get that many people to take time out of their day, as hot as it is. Nobody wants to come off their work and do this. We're just starting."The goal, stated by Nusser, is to get the Fair Board to hold a meeting to specifically talk about the track and their rationale for the proposed closure. He believes they would get an even larger crowd if that happened.State Representative Republican Paul Waggoner believes there are some actions the legislature could take to save the track, if they so chose, because the fair has trouble getting big projects done without some state money in the game somewhere."As much as they are a fee funded agency, for anything serious, they're always coming to the legislature for money," Waggoner said. "Frankly, if they do something that the legislature thinks is unwise or is sort of counterproductive to the overall mission of the fair, if they start getting the cold shoulder from Topeka, I think that will get their attention. I think it's one of the ways that as a group of organized people that are trying to do something about this, that we can actually make a difference in the way this decision goes."The legislature could put a budget proviso in when it does its budget work preventing any state money from being used for the track's demolition. In order to get that done, though, the legislature would need to see some critical mass of voters writing and emailing not only the Governor and State Fair board members, as Nusser called for them to do in the next ten days, but also writing their individual legislators and expressing their hope that at least the track can continue to run races while the plans for the future are being finalized, rather than making the 2023 edition of the Hutch Nationals the last."Would I welcome the opportunity to come to this track one more time? Absolutely," said promoter C. Ray Hall. "I don't know how we come back and say we're going to do it again when we've been telling everybody it's the last one. I'm not sure how we do that, but I would welcome the opportunity. What an event. What a way to end it. If that ended it, what a way to end it. I think we can build on what we've done this past July."Hall understands the dangers of racing during the Fair itself may be too great to allow for that to happen while the midway is active just beyond the grandstand, but Hutch Nationals continuing is a different thing and it's an idea a room full of racers and fans want the fair board to think about and to talk publicly about with them before they tear things down.&nbsp;From Hutch Post's vantage point in the room Tuesday night, it did not appear that any members of the fair board or the fair general manager attended.<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;

Standing room only crowd at Tuesday event to save track

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Jenna Fager with the Reno County Elections Office let us know the unofficial results for the USD 310 Primary Election on Tuesday. The goal was to narrow the field from 13 to 8 for the November school board election.

Based on preliminary numbers, the top eight vote getters were Cameron Nisly, Greg Foster, Brandy Serviss, Ty Hamm, Mandy Sieren, David Radke, Gabriel Zongker and Megan Figger. They will go on to the November ballot, pending the results of the canvass later this month. 

There were no other contested Reno County primaries for school board or local elections. General election day is November 7.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Jenna Fager with the Reno County Elections Office let us know the unofficial results for the USD 310 Primary Election on Tuesday. The goal was to narrow the field from 13 to 8 for the November school board election.Based on preliminary numbers, the top eight vote getters were Cameron Nisly, Greg Foster, Brandy Serviss, Ty Hamm, Mandy Sieren, David Radke, Gabriel Zongker and Megan Figger. They will go on to the November ballot, pending the results of the canvass later this month. There were no other contested Reno County primaries for school board or local elections. General election day is November 7.<figure>
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USD 310 primary narrows field

NEWTON, Kan. — The Newton Main Street Beautification Campaign launched in May of this year already has surpassed 15 percent of its initial goal of $100,000 before the end of 2024. 

Priorities for the first phase of the campaign are to replace the Christmas decorations on Main Street and to install a public address system that will serve multiple blocks of the downtown.

The campaign has raised more than $15,000, including a $10,000 contribution from Bethel College and a $5,000 donation from the Newton Area Chamber of Commerce. Donors throughout the campaign will be recognized on a page within the <a href="https://www.choose-newton.com/">Choose-Newton.com website</a> that will be posted this month.

More details about the ongoing campaign will be discussed during the Choose Newton presentation at the Newton Area Chamber of Commerce breakfast scheduled for 7:15 a.m. on August 19 at the Meridian Center.

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 </figure>Choose NewtonNEWTON, Kan. — The Newton Main Street Beautification Campaign launched in May of this year already has surpassed 15 percent of its initial goal of $100,000 before the end of 2024. Priorities for the first phase of the campaign are to replace the Christmas decorations on Main Street and to install a public address system that will serve multiple blocks of the downtown.The campaign has raised more than $15,000, including a $10,000 contribution from Bethel College and a $5,000 donation from the Newton Area Chamber of Commerce. Donors throughout the campaign will be recognized on a page within the <a href="https://www.choose-newton.com/">Choose-Newton.com website</a> that will be posted this month.More details about the ongoing campaign will be discussed during the Choose Newton presentation at the Newton Area Chamber of Commerce breakfast scheduled for 7:15 a.m. on August 19 at the Meridian Center.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Newton Capital Campaign already in gear

KYLE MCCASKEY Harvey County PIO

HARVEY COUNTY, Kan. — The Harvey County Commission unanimously voted at its Aug. 1 meeting to approve an extension on a commercial renewable energy construction moratorium in the county.

The Commission previously implemented a six-month moratorium at its Feb. 21 meeting. The extension keeps the moratorium in place through Dec. 5, 2023.

The extension was requested by the Harvey County Planning and Zoning Advisory Board, which is currently reviewing the County’s Unified Development Code related to commercial renewable energy. The advisory board also recommended the initial moratorium.

The moratorium does not act as a permanent ban on commercial renewable energy projects in Harvey County. The resolution temporarily halts potential construction until the date specified.

The county commission retains the authority to lift the moratorium earlier than the specified date.

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 </figure>KYLE MCCASKEY Harvey County PIOHARVEY COUNTY, Kan. — The Harvey County Commission unanimously voted at its Aug. 1 meeting to approve an extension on a commercial renewable energy construction moratorium in the county.The Commission previously implemented a six-month moratorium at its Feb. 21 meeting. The extension keeps the moratorium in place through Dec. 5, 2023.The extension was requested by the Harvey County Planning and Zoning Advisory Board, which is currently reviewing the County’s Unified Development Code related to commercial renewable energy. The advisory board also recommended the initial moratorium.The moratorium does not act as a permanent ban on commercial renewable energy projects in Harvey County. The resolution temporarily halts potential construction until the date specified.The county commission retains the authority to lift the moratorium earlier than the specified date.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Harvey County extends wind moratorium

STAFFORD COUNTY, Kan. — Work will start soon on a U.S. 281 resurfacing project in Stafford County.

The Kansas Department of Transportation project – a surface recycle and chip seal -- will be on U.S. 281 from the U.S. 50 junction to the K-19 junction. The length is 14 miles.

The work is expected to begin around Aug. 14 and be completed around Sept. 22.

During the project, traffic will be controlled by flaggers and a pilot car, and motorists should expect to stop and face delays of up to 15 minutes.

Dustrol Inc., of Towanda, is the primary contractor for the $2,097,974 project.

For updated information on this and other KDOT highway projects and road conditions across the state, go to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.kandrive.org/" target="_blank">www.kandrive.org</a>.

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 </figure>KDOTSTAFFORD COUNTY, Kan. — Work will start soon on a U.S. 281 resurfacing project in Stafford County.The Kansas Department of Transportation project – a surface recycle and chip seal -- will be on U.S. 281 from the U.S. 50 junction to the K-19 junction. The length is 14 miles.The work is expected to begin around Aug. 14 and be completed around Sept. 22.During the project, traffic will be controlled by flaggers and a pilot car, and motorists should expect to stop and face delays of up to 15 minutes.Dustrol Inc., of Towanda, is the primary contractor for the $2,097,974 project.For updated information on this and other KDOT highway projects and road conditions across the state, go to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.kandrive.org/" target="_blank">www.kandrive.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;

U.S. 281 resurfacing in Stafford County to begin

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — In just 3 days the Hutchinson Fire Department’s (HFD) 2023 School Supply Drive raised $89,643.05 for the children of Reno County.

In just its sixth year, donations surpassed the 2022 drive total by a little over $20,000. Each year HFD teams up with area teachers from Reno County School Districts in order to identify items that children in the community need. 

After the needs have been identified, HFD gets started planning the event. Entrance doors at school supply outlet stores in Hutchinson are manned for local donations. Supplies are then sorted, boxed, and taken to the schools where these donations can be used by the teachers. 

Teachers distribute to their students as needs arise. This process, several years in the making, has been honed to ensure accountability at each step of the process.

HFD would like to thank the citizens of Hutchinson and the surrounding area for coming out and supporting them in this great cause for our children. 

HFD would also like to thank corporate sponsors Allen Samuels Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Hutchinson and RCB Bank, as well as the support from their employees to help raise donations and make this year’s school supply drive a huge success. 

Supplies will be distributed August 3rd and August 4th to thirty-four schools in Reno County that include USD 308, 309, 313, private schools, and alternative learning schools.

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 </figure>Hutchinson Fire DepartmentHUTCHINSON, Kan. — In just 3 days the Hutchinson Fire Department’s (HFD) 2023 School Supply Drive raised $89,643.05 for the children of Reno County.In just its sixth year, donations surpassed the 2022 drive total by a little over $20,000. Each year HFD teams up with area teachers from Reno County School Districts in order to identify items that children in the community need. After the needs have been identified, HFD gets started planning the event. Entrance doors at school supply outlet stores in Hutchinson are manned for local donations. Supplies are then sorted, boxed, and taken to the schools where these donations can be used by the teachers. Teachers distribute to their students as needs arise. This process, several years in the making, has been honed to ensure accountability at each step of the process.HFD would like to thank the citizens of Hutchinson and the surrounding area for coming out and supporting them in this great cause for our children. HFD would also like to thank corporate sponsors Allen Samuels Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Hutchinson and RCB Bank, as well as the support from their employees to help raise donations and make this year’s school supply drive a huge success. Supplies will be distributed August 3rd and August 4th to thirty-four schools in Reno County that include USD 308, 309, 313, private schools, and alternative learning schools.<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;

School supply drive raises nearly $90,000

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — A City of Hutchinson employee, Dave Sotelo has been selected for a worldwide opportunity through his work with the United Way of Reno County.

"Dave is our Human Relations officer, but he's also on the United Way of Reno County board," said Interim City Manager Mary Grace Clements. "The United Way of Reno County announced that in 2023, Dave was chosen as one of the Young World Summit representatives. Five people in the world were chosen and Dave was one of them. He will represent the United Way of Reno County Hutchinson, Kansas, along with some people from Venezuela, Guyana, Florida and Hawaii."

The summit is to be held October 2 through 5 in Belfast, Northern Ireland.

The summit provides a unique opportunity for 2,000 exceptional young leaders from around the world to gather together and address some of our world’s most consequential challenges. Delegates will engage in five plenary challenges related to peace and reconciliation, the food crisis, education, the climate, and mental health.

<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>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — A City of Hutchinson employee, Dave Sotelo has been selected for a worldwide opportunity through his work with the United Way of Reno County."Dave is our Human Relations officer, but he's also on the United Way of Reno County board," said Interim City Manager Mary Grace Clements. "The United Way of Reno County announced that in 2023, Dave was chosen as one of the Young World Summit representatives. Five people in the world were chosen and Dave was one of them. He will represent the United Way of Reno County Hutchinson, Kansas, along with some people from Venezuela, Guyana, Florida and Hawaii."The summit is to be held October 2 through 5 in Belfast, Northern Ireland.The summit provides a unique opportunity for 2,000 exceptional young leaders from around the world to gather together and address some of our world’s most consequential challenges. Delegates will engage in five plenary challenges related to peace and reconciliation, the food crisis, education, the climate, and mental health.<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;

Sotelo to represent United Way at international summit

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — William Nusser, a Hutch native and mayor of Larned, came to speak to the Hutchinson City Council about the meeting Tuesday night at Rice Park to hope to save the historic half-mile oval at the Kansas State Fairgrounds.

"With proper promotion, this should be a draw for the City of Hutchinson," Nusser said. "This should be something, we can bring in five to ten shows a year, bring in World of Outlaws and something that Hutch can actually maybe compete against Wichita in actually bringing dollars in versus seeing it go up 96 all the time. What they presented was, it was lack of use and return on investment. I quickly learned that was probably a moving goalpost that day, that really wasn't maybe their initial concern."

Nusser understands that it was a Fair Board decision and that it was made last November, but the plan for the extension of the VIP seating area and putting in a permanent stage that would necessitate the closure hasn't really been fleshed out at this point.

"Their plan is developing now, what to do with the space," Nusser said. "Financially, they don't have the money to develop the space. They kind of mentioned, when I met with them, we're going to have to do some fundraisers in there. They've basically budgeted $300,000 to demo the track and that's it. Last year, they went to the State Legislature and asked for $14.5 million in an appropriation for a lot of development, Bison Arena, great things. I'm very supportive of the fair. I want those things to happen, but nothing was mentioned for the development of that area. As we know, when you go to state legislators and grant funding, you go with a&nbsp; one-time bullet like that, and you're doing a huge request that they funded, they're not coming with another $14.5 million for that. The idea one of the guys proposed yesterday was, what if we had three years? As you develop your plan, as you develop the finances for that plan, just let us continue to use the racetrack until that is ready, but to demo it without a future plan is a little bit of our frustration. That's why, when we call for the meeting, we want them to articulate what their plan is for the space. At this point, there is no direct plan."

One of Nusser's continued concerns is that there is not a local representative with a seat on the Fair Board. In fact, his group had to file an open records request to even get a list of the members from the fair. It remains to be seen if the Fair Board will choose to explain themselves further. Kansas State Fair General Manager Bryan Schulz is aware of the meeting and he is scheduled to be on the radio later this week on KWBW, as well.&nbsp;

Tonight's meeting is at the Rice Park Community Building at 1801 Swarens at 6:30 p.m.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — William Nusser, a Hutch native and mayor of Larned, came to speak to the Hutchinson City Council about the meeting Tuesday night at Rice Park to hope to save the historic half-mile oval at the Kansas State Fairgrounds."With proper promotion, this should be a draw for the City of Hutchinson," Nusser said. "This should be something, we can bring in five to ten shows a year, bring in World of Outlaws and something that Hutch can actually maybe compete against Wichita in actually bringing dollars in versus seeing it go up 96 all the time. What they presented was, it was lack of use and return on investment. I quickly learned that was probably a moving goalpost that day, that really wasn't maybe their initial concern."Nusser understands that it was a Fair Board decision and that it was made last November, but the plan for the extension of the VIP seating area and putting in a permanent stage that would necessitate the closure hasn't really been fleshed out at this point."Their plan is developing now, what to do with the space," Nusser said. "Financially, they don't have the money to develop the space. They kind of mentioned, when I met with them, we're going to have to do some fundraisers in there. They've basically budgeted $300,000 to demo the track and that's it. Last year, they went to the State Legislature and asked for $14.5 million in an appropriation for a lot of development, Bison Arena, great things. I'm very supportive of the fair. I want those things to happen, but nothing was mentioned for the development of that area. As we know, when you go to state legislators and grant funding, you go with a&nbsp; one-time bullet like that, and you're doing a huge request that they funded, they're not coming with another $14.5 million for that. The idea one of the guys proposed yesterday was, what if we had three years? As you develop your plan, as you develop the finances for that plan, just let us continue to use the racetrack until that is ready, but to demo it without a future plan is a little bit of our frustration. That's why, when we call for the meeting, we want them to articulate what their plan is for the space. At this point, there is no direct plan."One of Nusser's continued concerns is that there is not a local representative with a seat on the Fair Board. In fact, his group had to file an open records request to even get a list of the members from the fair. It remains to be seen if the Fair Board will choose to explain themselves further. Kansas State Fair General Manager Bryan Schulz is aware of the meeting and he is scheduled to be on the radio later this week on KWBW, as well.&nbsp;Tonight's meeting is at the Rice Park Community Building at 1801 Swarens at 6:30 p.m.<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;

Larned mayor talks about racetrack to Hutchinson City Council

TOPEKA, Kan. — Motorists traveling four stretches of highway across Kansas, including one stretching into Harvey County, will now see increased traffic safety messaging and new signage as part of the Safety Corridor Pilot Program.

The Safety Corridor Pilot Program is a five-year initiative to reduce fatalities and serious injuries in four selected safety corridors. 

Increased law enforcement, traffic safety education campaigns, low-cost engineering improvements and a review of emergency response issues are part of the comprehensive approach of the program’s goals. 

Road users traveling the safety corridors will see new warning signs: “Safety Corridor – Increased Enforcement.” The safety corridors were selected based on a history of fatal and serious injury crashes, availability of additional law enforcement and input from local transportation safety partners. 

From 2016 to 2021, over 500 crashes occurred on these corridors resulting in 35 deaths and 68 serious injuries. In early 2023, meetings were held with area traffic safety partners to discuss issues, make recommendations and develop an overall plan. The four corridors include:&nbsp;

This Safety Corridor Pilot Program will run until 2028. Secondary educational messages in schools and businesses along the four corridors will be distributed beginning this month.&nbsp;

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 </figure>KTSROTOPEKA, Kan. — Motorists traveling four stretches of highway across Kansas, including one stretching into Harvey County, will now see increased traffic safety messaging and new signage as part of the Safety Corridor Pilot Program.The Safety Corridor Pilot Program is a five-year initiative to reduce fatalities and serious injuries in four selected safety corridors. Increased law enforcement, traffic safety education campaigns, low-cost engineering improvements and a review of emergency response issues are part of the comprehensive approach of the program’s goals. Road users traveling the safety corridors will see new warning signs: “Safety Corridor – Increased Enforcement.” The safety corridors were selected based on a history of fatal and serious injury crashes, availability of additional law enforcement and input from local transportation safety partners. From 2016 to 2021, over 500 crashes occurred on these corridors resulting in 35 deaths and 68 serious injuries. In early 2023, meetings were held with area traffic safety partners to discuss issues, make recommendations and develop an overall plan. The four corridors include:&nbsp;<ul>
 <li>I-135: Sedgwick and Harvey counties, from 53rd Street in Park City to Exit 34 in North Newton.</li><li>U.S. 24: Pottawatomie County, from St. Marys west to Manhattan.</li><li>U.S. 83/50: Finney County, from Plymell north through Garden City and west to the Holcomb exit.</li><li>U.S. 69: Crawford County, from the U.S. 400 junction north through Frontenac and Pittsburg to the U.S. 160 junction.</li>
 </ul>This Safety Corridor Pilot Program will run until 2028. Secondary educational messages in schools and businesses along the four corridors will be distributed beginning this month.&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;

Portion of I-135 is new Safety Corridor

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce and StartUp Hutch have their next lunch and learn planned for August 9 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the chamber at 117 North Walnut.&nbsp;

How to prepare for an emergency transition is the topic.

Information will be presented by: Eric Steinle - Martindell Swearer Shaffer Ridenour LLP Frank Choriego - SBDC (Small Business Development Corporation) Justin Mitchell - Adams Brown Strategic Allies and CPAs Todd Bailey - Transworld Business Advisors of Wichita

1. Legal preparation 2. Creating an emergency transition action plan 3. How to prepare your team in case of an emergency 4. Who to include on your transition team

Cost is $20 for members and $25 for non-members, with lunch included. 

You can <a href="https://members.hutchchamber.com/events/Chamber-Lunch-and-Learn-How-To-Prepare-For-An-Emergency-Transition-12852/register?entityDomainId=1&amp;secure=True">register online</a> for your seat.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce and StartUp Hutch have their next lunch and learn planned for August 9 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the chamber at 117 North Walnut.&nbsp;How to prepare for an emergency transition is the topic.Information will be presented by: Eric Steinle - Martindell Swearer Shaffer Ridenour LLP Frank Choriego - SBDC (Small Business Development Corporation) Justin Mitchell - Adams Brown Strategic Allies and CPAs Todd Bailey - Transworld Business Advisors of WichitaTopics include:1. Legal preparation 2. Creating an emergency transition action plan 3. How to prepare your team in case of an emergency 4. Who to include on your transition teamCost is $20 for members and $25 for non-members, with lunch included. You can <a href="https://members.hutchchamber.com/events/Chamber-Lunch-and-Learn-How-To-Prepare-For-An-Emergency-Transition-12852/register?entityDomainId=1&amp;secure=True">register online</a> for your 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;

Chamber, StartUp Hutch lunch and learn Aug. 9

The Kansas Department of Transportation announces approved bids for state highway construction and maintenance projects. The letting took place July 19, 2023, in Topeka. Some of the bids may include multiple projects that have been bundled based on proximity and type of work.

Harvey ‑&nbsp;15‑40 KA‑6997‑01 ‑ K‑15, from the north city limits of Newton north to the Harvey/Marion county line, sealing, 7.6 miles, Circle C Paving and Construction LLC, Goddard, Kansas, $358,066.63.

Kingman ‑&nbsp;14‑48 KA‑6922‑01 ‑ K‑14, from the K‑42/K‑14 junction north to the south city limits of Kingman, crack repair, 12.1 miles, Pavement Pro's LLC, McPherson, Kansas, $105,454.70.

Reno ‑&nbsp;50‑78 KA‑6790‑01 ‑ U.S. 50, light towers located north of U.S. 50 0.2 mile and east of Scott Boulevard, lighting, 0.7 mile, Phillips Southern Electric Company Inc., Wichita, Kansas, $245,849.00.

Rice ‑&nbsp;4‑80 KA‑6916‑01 ‑ K‑4, from the Barton/Rice county line east to the Rice/Ellsworth county line, crack repair, 25.4 miles, Pavement Pro's LLC, McPherson, Kansas, $228,196.58.

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 </figure>KDOTThe Kansas Department of Transportation announces approved bids for state highway construction and maintenance projects. The letting took place July 19, 2023, in Topeka. Some of the bids may include multiple projects that have been bundled based on proximity and type of work.Harvey ‑&nbsp;15‑40 KA‑6997‑01 ‑ K‑15, from the north city limits of Newton north to the Harvey/Marion county line, sealing, 7.6 miles, Circle C Paving and Construction LLC, Goddard, Kansas, $358,066.63.Kingman ‑&nbsp;14‑48 KA‑6922‑01 ‑ K‑14, from the K‑42/K‑14 junction north to the south city limits of Kingman, crack repair, 12.1 miles, Pavement Pro's LLC, McPherson, Kansas, $105,454.70.Reno ‑&nbsp;50‑78 KA‑6790‑01 ‑ U.S. 50, light towers located north of U.S. 50 0.2 mile and east of Scott Boulevard, lighting, 0.7 mile, Phillips Southern Electric Company Inc., Wichita, Kansas, $245,849.00.Rice ‑&nbsp;4‑80 KA‑6916‑01 ‑ K‑4, from the Barton/Rice county line east to the Rice/Ellsworth county line, crack repair, 25.4 miles, Pavement Pro's LLC, McPherson, Kansas, $228,196.58.<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;

KDOT announces approved July bids

RENO COUNTY, Kan. — Fairfield USD 310 School Board has a Primary Election on August 1st. 

Thirteen candidates filed in USD 310 and&nbsp;the primary will narrow it down to 8 in November’s election.&nbsp;The USD 310 School District also spans into Pratt and Stafford Counties. A list of the candidates is below.

The polls will open at 7:00 a.m. and will close at 7:00 p.m.

Enterprise, Huntsville and Walnut Townships at Sterling Evangelical Bible Church, 3017 N. Sterling Rd. Sterling, KS 67579.

Arlington, Loda, Troy, Westminster and Center Townships at Ninnescah Golden Agers, 114 E. Main Street, Arlington, KS 67514.

Grove, Miami, Bell, Langdon Townships, Pratt and Stafford County at Turon Community Center at 501 E. Price Turon, KS 67583.

Sylvia, Hayes and Plevna Townships at the Sunflower Center at 301 S. Main Sylvia, KS 67581.

<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;

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 </figure>RENO COUNTY, Kan. — Fairfield USD 310 School Board has a Primary Election on August 1st. Thirteen candidates filed in USD 310 and&nbsp;the primary will narrow it down to 8 in November’s election.&nbsp;The USD 310 School District also spans into Pratt and Stafford Counties. A list of the candidates is below.<figure>
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 </figure>The polls will open at 7:00 a.m. and will close at 7:00 p.m.The polling locations will be:Enterprise, Huntsville and Walnut Townships at Sterling Evangelical Bible Church, 3017 N. Sterling Rd. Sterling, KS 67579.Arlington, Loda, Troy, Westminster and Center Townships at Ninnescah Golden Agers, 114 E. Main Street, Arlington, KS 67514.Grove, Miami, Bell, Langdon Townships, Pratt and Stafford County at Turon Community Center at 501 E. Price Turon, KS 67583.Sylvia, Hayes and Plevna Townships at the Sunflower Center at 301 S. Main Sylvia, KS 67581.<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;.

USD 310 Primary in person voting today

RENO COUNTY, Kan. — A field survey is expected to begin around Monday, Aug. 7, for a proposed bridge replacement on&nbsp;U.S. 50 west of Hutchinson.

The survey will be for a bridge replacement over Sugar Creek, near Abbyville.&nbsp;The length of the field survey is 5,000 feet, and the survey will be based on the existing alignment.

This field survey -- to gather information needed for the detailed design of the proposed improvement -- is estimated to be completed by Oct. 1.

A member of the survey crew first will contact property owners and/or tenants for permission to enter private property. Survey activities will include the use of survey instruments on the ground to determine locations of existing features within the survey corridor.

Michael Small, P.S., Project Manager, MKEC, will be in charge of this survey for the Kansas Department of Transportation.

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 </figure>KDOTRENO COUNTY, Kan. — A field survey is expected to begin around Monday, Aug. 7, for a proposed bridge replacement on&nbsp;U.S. 50 west of Hutchinson.The survey will be for a bridge replacement over Sugar Creek, near Abbyville.&nbsp;The length of the field survey is 5,000 feet, and the survey will be based on the existing alignment.This field survey -- to gather information needed for the detailed design of the proposed improvement -- is estimated to be completed by Oct. 1.A member of the survey crew first will contact property owners and/or tenants for permission to enter private property. Survey activities will include the use of survey instruments on the ground to determine locations of existing features within the survey corridor.Michael Small, P.S., Project Manager, MKEC, will be in charge of this survey for the Kansas Department of Transportation.<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;

Field survey set for proposed U.S. 50 bridge replacement in Reno County

PRATT COUNTY –Two people were injured in an accident just before 5:30p.m. Monday in&nbsp; Pratt County.

The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2006 Dodge Ram 2500 driven by Dustin R. Brenner, 37,&nbsp; Pratt, was northbound on NW 70th Avenue at U.S. 54.

The driver failed to stop at the stop sign at U.S. 54. A westbound 2005 Kenworth semi driven by Victor M. Maldonado, 29, Ulysses, struck the pickup.

EMS transported Brenner and Maldonado to Pratt Regional Medical Center. Brenner was not wearing a seat belt, according to the KHP.

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 </figure>PRATT COUNTY –Two people were injured in an accident just before 5:30p.m. Monday in&nbsp; Pratt County.The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2006 Dodge Ram 2500 driven by Dustin R. Brenner, 37,&nbsp; Pratt, was northbound on NW 70th Avenue at U.S. 54.The driver failed to stop at the stop sign at U.S. 54. A westbound 2005 Kenworth semi driven by Victor M. Maldonado, 29, Ulysses, struck the pickup.EMS transported Brenner and Maldonado to Pratt Regional Medical Center. Brenner was not wearing a seat belt, according to the KHP.<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;

2 hospitalized after semi, pickup crash in Pratt County

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Art Center is accepting submissions for a Group Photography Exhibition.

Artists are asked to submit one work of photography for this exhibition. 

Submitted artwork must be within the size limit of 20” in any dimension, and must be framed and ready to hang. Photoshop and other photo editing is allowed, but all elements must be the result of photos taken by the artist. 

There is no set theme – any subject matter will be accepted, just keep it family-friendly.

Art submissions for this exhibit are due by August 12th, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. 

The Hutchinson Art Center takes a 30% commission on all art sales. The artwork will be on display August 17th to September 16th, 2023 at the Hutchinson Art Center.

Interested? To learn more and to fill out an entry form, <a href="https://www.hutchinsonartcenter.net/grou-photography-exhibit">click here</a>.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Hutchinson Art CenterHUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Art Center is accepting submissions for a Group Photography Exhibition.Artists are asked to submit one work of photography for this exhibition. Submitted artwork must be within the size limit of 20” in any dimension, and must be framed and ready to hang. Photoshop and other photo editing is allowed, but all elements must be the result of photos taken by the artist. There is no set theme – any subject matter will be accepted, just keep it family-friendly.Art submissions for this exhibit are due by August 12th, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. The exhibit is FREE to enter. The Hutchinson Art Center takes a 30% commission on all art sales. The artwork will be on display August 17th to September 16th, 2023 at the Hutchinson Art Center.Interested? To learn more and to fill out an entry form, <a href="https://www.hutchinsonartcenter.net/grou-photography-exhibit">click here</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;

Art Center photograph deadline Aug. 12

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson residents now have an additional opportunity to show community pride while benefitting recreation programs and facilities in Hutchinson and Reno County.

Hutchinson and Reno County vehicle owners will have the opportunity to purchase a Hutch Flag Tag through their renewal process or new license plate purchase once enough people have shown interest. Cost for the Hutch Flag Tag will be an additional $30 through the renewal/new purchase process.&nbsp;

Proceeds from the Hutch Flag Tag benefit the Hutch Rec Foundation, whose mission is to support Hutch Rec by advocating for park improvements and recreational opportunities through charitable giving. More information on the Foundation can be found here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hutchrec.com/foundation/" target="_blank">hutchrec.com/foundation/</a>.&nbsp;

The Hutch Rec Foundation is gathering information from individuals and/or businesses who would like to purchase Hutch Flag Tags in the future. 

Interested individuals and businesses are asked to fill out a&nbsp;<a href="https://forms.gle/Vob8ndB75BhYxfbE8" target="_blank">Hutch Flag Tag Google Form</a>&nbsp;with contact information to show support and receive updates on the Hutch Flag Tag process. For additional details, contact Tony Finlay, Hutch Rec Executive Director, at <a href="mailto:tfinlay@hutchrec.com">tfinlay@hutchrec.com</a>.

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 </figure>Release from Hutch RecHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson residents now have an additional opportunity to show community pride while benefitting recreation programs and facilities in Hutchinson and Reno County.Hutchinson and Reno County vehicle owners will have the opportunity to purchase a Hutch Flag Tag through their renewal process or new license plate purchase once enough people have shown interest. Cost for the Hutch Flag Tag will be an additional $30 through the renewal/new purchase process.&nbsp;Proceeds from the Hutch Flag Tag benefit the Hutch Rec Foundation, whose mission is to support Hutch Rec by advocating for park improvements and recreational opportunities through charitable giving. More information on the Foundation can be found here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hutchrec.com/foundation/" target="_blank">hutchrec.com/foundation/</a>.&nbsp;The Hutch Rec Foundation is gathering information from individuals and/or businesses who would like to purchase Hutch Flag Tags in the future. Interested individuals and businesses are asked to fill out a&nbsp;<a href="https://forms.gle/Vob8ndB75BhYxfbE8" target="_blank">Hutch Flag Tag Google Form</a>&nbsp;with contact information to show support and receive updates on the Hutch Flag Tag process. For additional details, contact Tony Finlay, Hutch Rec Executive Director, at <a href="mailto:tfinlay@hutchrec.com">tfinlay@hutchrec.com</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;

Reminder: Show your interest in Hutch Flag Tag

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Fire Department and Hutchinson Police will be present at the National Night Out event at the Salt City Brewing Company, back parking lot at 514 North Main August 1 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. 

 There will be games, prizes, freebies, tons of fun and snacks for the kids while supplies last.  Be sure to stop by the dunk tank and sink the Chief in the water!&nbsp;&nbsp;

There will be free hot dogs and bottled water while supplies last.&nbsp;

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Fire Department and Hutchinson Police will be present at the National Night Out event at the Salt City Brewing Company, back parking lot at 514 North Main August 1 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. There will be games, prizes, freebies, tons of fun and snacks for the kids while supplies last. Be sure to stop by the dunk tank and sink the Chief in the water!&nbsp;&nbsp;There will be free hot dogs and bottled water while supplies last.&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;

National Night Out event Tuesday in Hutch

RENO COUNTY, Kan. — Are the student vaccinations for your kids up to date? You still have time to get vaccinations and physicals done before the start of the 23-24 school year.

To better serve families, the Reno County Health Department is holding extended hours for vaccination clinics on Saturday, Aug. 5th and Monday August 14th. 

For more information on hours and specific vaccinations offered, call the Reno County Health Department at (620) 694-2900.

According to the Kansas Department of Health and Environment, Immunization requirements and recommendations for the 2023-2024 school year are based on the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommendations. 

The current recommended and minimum interval immunization schedules may be found on the CDC webpage. The best disease prevention is achieved by adhering to the recommended schedule. 

However, if a child falls behind, the catchup schedule is implemented. To avoid missed opportunities, immunization providers may use a 4-day grace period, in most instances, per age and interval between doses. In such cases, these doses may be counted as valid.

K.S.A. 72 - 6261 - Kansas Statutes Related to School Immunizations Requirements and K.A.R. 28-1-20, published July,18, 2019 in the Kansas Register, defines the immunizations required for school and early childhood program attendance.

• Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis (DTaP/Tdap): Five doses required. Doses should be given at 2 months, 4 months, 6 months, 15-18 months, and 4-6 years (prior to kindergarten entry). The 4th dose may be given as early as 12 months of age, if at least 6 months have elapsed since dose 3. The 5th dose is not necessary if the 4th dose was administered at age 4 years or older. A dose of Tdap is required at entry to 7th grade (11-12 years).

• Hepatitis A (Hep A): Two doses required. Doses should be given at 12 months with a minimum interval of 6 months between the 1st and 2nd dose.

• Hepatitis B (Hep B): Three doses required. Doses should be given at birth, 1-2 months, and 6-18 months. Minimum age for the final dose is 24 weeks.

• Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR): Two doses required. Doses should be given at 12-15 months and 4-6 years (prior to kindergarten entry). Minimum age is 12 months and interval between doses may be as short as 28 days.

• Meningococcal-Serogroup A,C,W,Y (MenACWY): Two doses required. Doses should be given at entry to 7th grade (11-12 years) and 11th grade (16-18 years). For children 16-18 years, with no previous MenACWY, only one dose is required.

• Poliomyelitis (IPV/tOPV): Four doses required. Doses should be given at 2 months, 4 months, 6-18 months, and 4-6 years (prior to kindergarten entry). Three doses are acceptable if 3rd dose was given after 4 years of age and at least 6 months have elapsed since dose 2.

• Varicella (Chickenpox): Two doses are required. Doses should be given at 12-15 months and 4-6 years (prior to kindergarten entry). The 2nd dose may be administered as early as 3 months after the 1st dose, however, a dose administered after a 4-week interval is considered valid. No doses are required when student has history of varicella disease documented by a licensed physician.

Legal alternatives to school vaccination requirements are found in K.S.A. 72-6262.

K.S.A. 72-6262. Health tests and inoculations; certification of completion required, alternatives; duties of school boards.

(a) In each school year, every pupil enrolling or enrolled in any school for the first time in this state, and each child enrolled for the first time in a preschool or day care program operated by a school, and such other pupils as may be designated by the secretary, prior to admission to and attendance at school, shall present to the appropriate school board certification from a physician or local health department that the pupil has received such tests and inoculations as are deemed necessary by the secretary by such means as are approved by the secretary. Pupils who have not completed the required inoculations may enroll or remain enrolled while completing the required inoculations if a physician or local health department certifies that the pupil has received the most recent appropriate inoculations in all required series. Failure to timely complete all required series shall be deemed non-compliance.

(b) As an alternative to the certification required under subsection (a), a pupil shall present:

(1) An annual written statement signed by a licensed physician stating the physical condition of the child to be such that the tests or inoculations would seriously endanger the life or health of the child, or

(2) A written statement signed by one parent or guardian that the child is an adherent of a religious denomination whose religious teachings are opposed to such tests or inoculations

(c) On or before May 15th of each school year, the school board of every school affected by this act shall notify the parents or guardians of all known pupils who are enrolled or who will be enrolling in the school of the provisions of this act and of any policy regarding the implementation of the provisions of this act adopted by the school board.

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 </figure>RENO COUNTY, Kan. — Are the student vaccinations for your kids up to date? You still have time to get vaccinations and physicals done before the start of the 23-24 school year.To better serve families, the Reno County Health Department is holding extended hours for vaccination clinics on Saturday, Aug. 5th and Monday August 14th. For more information on hours and specific vaccinations offered, call the Reno County Health Department at (620) 694-2900.According to the Kansas Department of Health and Environment, Immunization requirements and recommendations for the 2023-2024 school year are based on the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommendations. The current recommended and minimum interval immunization schedules may be found on the CDC webpage. The best disease prevention is achieved by adhering to the recommended schedule. However, if a child falls behind, the catchup schedule is implemented. To avoid missed opportunities, immunization providers may use a 4-day grace period, in most instances, per age and interval between doses. In such cases, these doses may be counted as valid.K.S.A. 72 - 6261 - Kansas Statutes Related to School Immunizations Requirements and K.A.R. 28-1-20, published July,18, 2019 in the Kansas Register, defines the immunizations required for school and early childhood program attendance.• Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis (DTaP/Tdap): Five doses required. Doses should be given at 2 months, 4 months, 6 months, 15-18 months, and 4-6 years (prior to kindergarten entry). The 4th dose may be given as early as 12 months of age, if at least 6 months have elapsed since dose 3. The 5th dose is not necessary if the 4th dose was administered at age 4 years or older. A dose of Tdap is required at entry to 7th grade (11-12 years).• Hepatitis A (Hep A): Two doses required. Doses should be given at 12 months with a minimum interval of 6 months between the 1st and 2nd dose.• Hepatitis B (Hep B): Three doses required. Doses should be given at birth, 1-2 months, and 6-18 months. Minimum age for the final dose is 24 weeks.• Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR): Two doses required. Doses should be given at 12-15 months and 4-6 years (prior to kindergarten entry). Minimum age is 12 months and interval between doses may be as short as 28 days.• Meningococcal-Serogroup A,C,W,Y (MenACWY): Two doses required. Doses should be given at entry to 7th grade (11-12 years) and 11th grade (16-18 years). For children 16-18 years, with no previous MenACWY, only one dose is required.• Poliomyelitis (IPV/tOPV): Four doses required. Doses should be given at 2 months, 4 months, 6-18 months, and 4-6 years (prior to kindergarten entry). Three doses are acceptable if 3rd dose was given after 4 years of age and at least 6 months have elapsed since dose 2.• Varicella (Chickenpox): Two doses are required. Doses should be given at 12-15 months and 4-6 years (prior to kindergarten entry). The 2nd dose may be administered as early as 3 months after the 1st dose, however, a dose administered after a 4-week interval is considered valid. No doses are required when student has history of varicella disease documented by a licensed physician.Legal alternatives to school vaccination requirements are found in K.S.A. 72-6262.K.S.A. 72-6262. Health tests and inoculations; certification of completion required, alternatives; duties of school boards.(a) In each school year, every pupil enrolling or enrolled in any school for the first time in this state, and each child enrolled for the first time in a preschool or day care program operated by a school, and such other pupils as may be designated by the secretary, prior to admission to and attendance at school, shall present to the appropriate school board certification from a physician or local health department that the pupil has received such tests and inoculations as are deemed necessary by the secretary by such means as are approved by the secretary. Pupils who have not completed the required inoculations may enroll or remain enrolled while completing the required inoculations if a physician or local health department certifies that the pupil has received the most recent appropriate inoculations in all required series. Failure to timely complete all required series shall be deemed non-compliance.(b) As an alternative to the certification required under subsection (a), a pupil shall present:(1) An annual written statement signed by a licensed physician stating the physical condition of the child to be such that the tests or inoculations would seriously endanger the life or health of the child, or(2) A written statement signed by one parent or guardian that the child is an adherent of a religious denomination whose religious teachings are opposed to such tests or inoculations(c) On or before May 15th of each school year, the school board of every school affected by this act shall notify the parents or guardians of all known pupils who are enrolled or who will be enrolling in the school of the provisions of this act and of any policy regarding the implementation of the provisions of this act adopted by the school board.(d) If a pupil transfers from one school to another, the school from which the pupil transfers shall forward with the pupil’s transcript the certification or statement showing evidence of compliance with the requirements of this act to the school to which the pupil transfers.<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;

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