HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The inaugural Zoo Paint &amp; Sip is at the Hutchinson Zoo Sept. 23.

Participate in painting, adult beverages, a silent auction, and special Zoo experiences. 

Your $75 ticket includes three complimentary drinks, a take-home DIY painting, access to exclusive silent auction items, a special gift for the inaugural event, and gourmet snacks throughout the event.&nbsp;

You can purchase tickets <a href="https://secure.rec1.com/KS/hutchinson/catalog?filter=c2VhcmNoPTI1ODI0NjQ=">here</a>. Space is limited.

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 </figure>Hutchinson ZooHUTCHINSON, Kan. — The inaugural Zoo Paint &amp; Sip is at the Hutchinson Zoo Sept. 23.Participate in painting, adult beverages, a silent auction, and special Zoo experiences. Your $75 ticket includes three complimentary drinks, a take-home DIY painting, access to exclusive silent auction items, a special gift for the inaugural event, and gourmet snacks throughout the event.&nbsp;You can purchase tickets <a href="https://secure.rec1.com/KS/hutchinson/catalog?filter=c2VhcmNoPTI1ODI0NjQ=">here</a>. Space is limited.<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;

Zoo Paint & Sip coming up Sept. 23

MCPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson College announced the funding of an <a href="https://www.mcpherson.edu/2023/07/mcpherson-college-establishes-1-billion-endowment/">over $1.5 billion endowment in July</a>.

"A donor challenged us to raise $250 million and they would double match that up to $500 million," said President Michael Schneider. "In fact, this donor made a $1 billion irrevocable estate commitment. This is an estate commitment. We do not have the dollars right now, but we will have them in the future. In addition to the donor's $1 billion, we raised another $530 million."

The goal is to make McPherson College the small liberal arts college of the future.

"Not only does it secure our future, it secures the future that we want, it secures a strong future," Schneider said. "It infuses hundreds and hundreds of millions of dollars to Kansas, so that we can continue to work on our plans to build a rural healthcare degree program and programs that will support rural healthcare in Kansas. It will allow us to take that excellence we've built in automotive restoration and build out an engineering school. This really secures my vision for students to graduate, every student, to meet 100% of need for every student in the future and to ensure that any student who wants to participate in our Student Debt Project can graduate from McPherson College without any debt."

The Student Debt Project is where McPherson College donors match 25 cents for every dollar a student contributes to their education. The school is also improving its physical infrastructure.

"We've got a brand new campus commons coming on board, right off our beachfront property on Kansas Avenue, adjacent to campus, which will be all new dining services, student services, our one stop shop for students, registering for classes, paying their accounts, financial aid, everything in between, in addition to a brand new welcome center that overlooks campus. We're expanding our Sports Center. We're adding a campus bar and grill, to give our students some other options. We've remodeled all of our residential properties, but that's just the beginning. Our board finalized a framework for a campus master plan here this summer and we're going to be going out into the local community, out into our campus over the next year, to really have a conversation about, what does it look like to build a modern destination campus?"

It's hard to say what education will look like in the coming decades, though students after COVID especially, want to feel a part of a community that values them and their contributions, and McPherson College wants to become that community.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostMCPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson College announced the funding of an <a href="https://www.mcpherson.edu/2023/07/mcpherson-college-establishes-1-billion-endowment/">over $1.5 billion endowment in July</a>."A donor challenged us to raise $250 million and they would double match that up to $500 million," said President Michael Schneider. "In fact, this donor made a $1 billion irrevocable estate commitment. This is an estate commitment. We do not have the dollars right now, but we will have them in the future. In addition to the donor's $1 billion, we raised another $530 million."The goal is to make McPherson College the small liberal arts college of the future."Not only does it secure our future, it secures the future that we want, it secures a strong future," Schneider said. "It infuses hundreds and hundreds of millions of dollars to Kansas, so that we can continue to work on our plans to build a rural healthcare degree program and programs that will support rural healthcare in Kansas. It will allow us to take that excellence we've built in automotive restoration and build out an engineering school. This really secures my vision for students to graduate, every student, to meet 100% of need for every student in the future and to ensure that any student who wants to participate in our Student Debt Project can graduate from McPherson College without any debt."The Student Debt Project is where McPherson College donors match 25 cents for every dollar a student contributes to their education. The school is also improving its physical infrastructure."We've got a brand new campus commons coming on board, right off our beachfront property on Kansas Avenue, adjacent to campus, which will be all new dining services, student services, our one stop shop for students, registering for classes, paying their accounts, financial aid, everything in between, in addition to a brand new welcome center that overlooks campus. We're expanding our Sports Center. We're adding a campus bar and grill, to give our students some other options. We've remodeled all of our residential properties, but that's just the beginning. Our board finalized a framework for a campus master plan here this summer and we're going to be going out into the local community, out into our campus over the next year, to really have a conversation about, what does it look like to build a modern destination campus?"It's hard to say what education will look like in the coming decades, though students after COVID especially, want to feel a part of a community that values them and their contributions, and McPherson College wants to become that community.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the HutchPost mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily HutchPost email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

McPherson College secures its future with estate commitments

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Dan Murray with the Kansas chapter of the National Federation of Independent Business said good help remains hard to find for their members.

"Forty percent of small business owners reported job openings that they could not fill," Murray said. "That's down two points from last month, but it's still very, very high. It is the lowest level since February 2021."

When you know it's going to be a struggle to find a replacement, sometimes you have to open up the checkbook a little more to keep someone.

"More small business owners are planning to increase their compensation in the next three months," Murray said. "The unfilled job openings slipped again in August. Owners are actively working to retain current employees and attract qualified applicants. To do that, they've got to raise compensation."

Murray isn't optimistic about the rest of the year, either.

"Unless we see a significant change in our economy, I don't see the problem improving," Murray said. "We have a population problem in Kansas, as you likely well know. Our population has remained flat or decreased in some respects, depending on where you live in the state. Until we address that problem and attract more folks to come to the state of Kansas, I'm not sure that we're going to see much improvement."

Thirty-five percent of small business owners have job openings for skilled workers and 18% have openings for unskilled labor.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Dan Murray with the Kansas chapter of the National Federation of Independent Business said good help remains hard to find for their members."Forty percent of small business owners reported job openings that they could not fill," Murray said. "That's down two points from last month, but it's still very, very high. It is the lowest level since February 2021."When you know it's going to be a struggle to find a replacement, sometimes you have to open up the checkbook a little more to keep someone."More small business owners are planning to increase their compensation in the next three months," Murray said. "The unfilled job openings slipped again in August. Owners are actively working to retain current employees and attract qualified applicants. To do that, they've got to raise compensation."Murray isn't optimistic about the rest of the year, either."Unless we see a significant change in our economy, I don't see the problem improving," Murray said. "We have a population problem in Kansas, as you likely well know. Our population has remained flat or decreased in some respects, depending on where you live in the state. Until we address that problem and attract more folks to come to the state of Kansas, I'm not sure that we're going to see much improvement."Thirty-five percent of small business owners have job openings for skilled workers and 18% have openings for unskilled labor.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

NFIB Kansas: Hiring still a struggle for members

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;

9/5/2023 3:52 AM-Jason	Earle Kieffer-Viol protection order; Pre-trial order

9/4/2023 9:41 PM-Brenna	Sue Gerard	Endanger a Child; AGGRAVATED; Recklessly

9/4/2023 9:19 PM-Johnathan	Amadeus Ward-Poss of opiate, narcotic, or certain stimulant; Endanger a Child; AGGRAVATED; Recklessly; Poss of marijuana; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body

9/4/2023 7:07 PM-Sean	Michael Philbrick-DUI; 2nd conv; comp evidence of blood/breath .08+&nbsp;

9/4/2023 3:08 PM-Mason	William Gumpenberger-Poss of marijuana; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body; Alcohol; Illegal Transportation of Alcoholic Beverage

9/4/2023 11:08 AM-Kimberly	Lynn Guerrero-Interference with Law Enforcement; Obstruct, Resist, Oppose, Misd case, Execution of Misd Warrant; Criminal Trespass; Posted or Locked Premises; Criminal Damage to Property; Without consent; &lt; $1,000

9/4/2023 7:12 AM-Robert	Wayne Carter-Poss of opiate, narcotic, or certain stimulant; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body; Probation Violation&nbsp;

9/4/2023 7:03 AM-Schuyler	Joseph Willis-Agg burglary; Dwelling for felony, theft, sex; Poss of opiate, narcotic, or certain stimulant; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body; Violation of conditions of release, on parole, conditional release or postrelease supervision

9/4/2023 5:33 AM-Muriel	Jane Stevenson-DUI; 2nd conv; blood or breath .08 or higher

9/4/2023 5:30 AM=Desire	Victoria Williams-Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body; Poss of opiate, narcotic, or certain stimulant

9/4/2023 1:24 AM-Andrade		Cristian	Jovanny Ruiz-Failure to Appear

9/3/2023 8:05 PM-Justin	Paul Brown-Viol protection order; Pre-trial order

9/3/2023 7:57 PM-Angela	Christine Rasdall-Interference with Law Enforcement; Obstruct, Resist, Oppose, Misd case, Execution of Misd Warrant; Poss of marijuana; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body

9/3/2023 7:48 PM-Ashlee	Brooke Griffin-Failure to Appear&nbsp;

9/3/2023 9:46 AM-Erick	Charles Farrell-Interference with Law Enforcement; Obstruct, Resist, Oppose; Felony Case, Execution of a Felony Warrant; Probation Violation; Violation of conditions of release, on parole, conditional release or postrelease supervision

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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;9/5/2023 3:52 AM-Jason	Earle Kieffer-Viol protection order; Pre-trial order9/4/2023 9:41 PM-Brenna	Sue Gerard	Endanger a Child; AGGRAVATED; Recklessly9/4/2023 9:19 PM-Johnathan	Amadeus Ward-Poss of opiate, narcotic, or certain stimulant; Endanger a Child; AGGRAVATED; Recklessly; Poss of marijuana; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body9/4/2023 7:07 PM-Sean	Michael Philbrick-DUI; 2nd conv; comp evidence of blood/breath .08+&nbsp;9/4/2023 3:08 PM-Mason	William Gumpenberger-Poss of marijuana; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body; Alcohol; Illegal Transportation of Alcoholic Beverage9/4/2023 11:08 AM-Kimberly	Lynn Guerrero-Interference with Law Enforcement; Obstruct, Resist, Oppose, Misd case, Execution of Misd Warrant; Criminal Trespass; Posted or Locked Premises; Criminal Damage to Property; Without consent; &lt; $1,0009/4/2023 7:12 AM-Robert	Wayne Carter-Poss of opiate, narcotic, or certain stimulant; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body; Probation Violation&nbsp;9/4/2023 7:03 AM-Schuyler	Joseph Willis-Agg burglary; Dwelling for felony, theft, sex; Poss of opiate, narcotic, or certain stimulant; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body; Violation of conditions of release, on parole, conditional release or postrelease supervision9/4/2023 5:33 AM-Muriel	Jane Stevenson-DUI; 2nd conv; blood or breath .08 or higher9/4/2023 5:30 AM=Desire	Victoria Williams-Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body; Poss of opiate, narcotic, or certain stimulant9/4/2023 1:24 AM-Andrade		Cristian	Jovanny Ruiz-Failure to Appear9/3/2023 8:05 PM-Justin	Paul Brown-Viol protection order; Pre-trial order9/3/2023 7:57 PM-Angela	Christine Rasdall-Interference with Law Enforcement; Obstruct, Resist, Oppose, Misd case, Execution of Misd Warrant; Poss of marijuana; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body9/3/2023 7:48 PM-Ashlee	Brooke Griffin-Failure to Appear&nbsp;9/3/2023 9:46 AM-Erick	Charles Farrell-Interference with Law Enforcement; Obstruct, Resist, Oppose; Felony Case, Execution of a Felony Warrant; Probation Violation; Violation of conditions of release, on parole, conditional release or postrelease supervision

Daily Bookings

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Land Bank will have two items of business to deal with at their meeting Tuesday afternoon. 

The first is a request to donate property at 604 West 7th Street from&nbsp;Rebecca A. Hughes who is a co-heir with Thomas T. Lucas in the estate of Steven T. Lucas and Kenneth B. Lucas. Rebecca and Thomas wish to donate the property as they live far away from Hutchinson. 

The second item is a request of Joseph Anthony to purchase 712 S. Maple Street. He wants to build a 1,400 square foot home and a shop on the lot. Board members wanted to hear from Anthony before making a decision.

The Land Bank's regular meeting is Tuesday at 2 p.m. in the&nbsp;Hutchinson City Hall Executive Conference Room at 125 E. Avenue B.

The Land Bank Board also will meet in a Joint Study Session with the Planning Commission on Housing later in the month on Tuesday, September 19th at 5:30 p.m.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Land Bank will have two items of business to deal with at their meeting Tuesday afternoon. The first is a request to donate property at 604 West 7th Street from&nbsp;Rebecca A. Hughes who is a co-heir with Thomas T. Lucas in the estate of Steven T. Lucas and Kenneth B. Lucas. Rebecca and Thomas wish to donate the property as they live far away from Hutchinson. The second item is a request of Joseph Anthony to purchase 712 S. Maple Street. He wants to build a 1,400 square foot home and a shop on the lot. Board members wanted to hear from Anthony before making a decision.The Land Bank's regular meeting is Tuesday at 2 p.m. in the&nbsp;Hutchinson City Hall Executive Conference Room at 125 E. Avenue B.The Land Bank Board also will meet in a Joint Study Session with the Planning Commission on Housing later in the month on Tuesday, September 19th at 5:30 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; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Land Bank Board to meet Tuesday

MCPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson College President Michael Schneider noted that in addition to the group of students that brought the 1953 Mercedes-Benz 300 S Cabriolet to Pebble Beach in August, there were many alumni that were there as part of the jobs they got after graduation.

"All the cars line up to go out on tour on Thursday before the car show on Sunday," Schneider said. "I counted our alums on at least 75 of those different cars that were lined up to go on that tour. They are out there. A lot of them couldn't enjoy some of the festivities, because, quite honestly, they were working on some of the other of the world's best cars."

The Auto Restoration program at McPherson College is the only one of its kind in the United States.

"You're talking about a cap of 170 students," Schneider said. "Forty-five students a year who come into the program, 45 to 50. It's a four year liberal arts degree program. Students turn down top engineering schools like Michigan, MIT and others to come to school at McPherson College."

There is an amazing demand for these graduates expertise.

"We stopped doing job fairs," Schneider said. "We do internship fairs. We have a very robust internship program. Students can have one, two, three, four, some students have four internships, that move right into a job. This industry is hungry for labor. They are hungry for students, not just to work in their shops, but take over their shop. These students are the future of this industry."

Over the years, more than 25 McPherson College students have earned college scholarships from Pebble Beach.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostMCPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson College President Michael Schneider noted that in addition to the group of students that brought the 1953 Mercedes-Benz 300 S Cabriolet to Pebble Beach in August, there were many alumni that were there as part of the jobs they got after graduation."All the cars line up to go out on tour on Thursday before the car show on Sunday," Schneider said. "I counted our alums on at least 75 of those different cars that were lined up to go on that tour. They are out there. A lot of them couldn't enjoy some of the festivities, because, quite honestly, they were working on some of the other of the world's best cars."The Auto Restoration program at McPherson College is the only one of its kind in the United States."You're talking about a cap of 170 students," Schneider said. "Forty-five students a year who come into the program, 45 to 50. It's a four year liberal arts degree program. Students turn down top engineering schools like Michigan, MIT and others to come to school at McPherson College."There is an amazing demand for these graduates expertise."We stopped doing job fairs," Schneider said. "We do internship fairs. We have a very robust internship program. Students can have one, two, three, four, some students have four internships, that move right into a job. This industry is hungry for labor. They are hungry for students, not just to work in their shops, but take over their shop. These students are the future of this industry."Over the years, more than 25 McPherson College students have earned college scholarships from Pebble Beach.<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;

For McPherson College, Pebble Beach shows impact of Auto Restoration program

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Reno County Commissioner Randy Parks said the commission's direction to consolidate the rural fire districts in the county is for good reasons.

"That was set in motion back in 2019, before the three new ones of us got in office," Parks said. "It's been that length of time to try to refine it to the point where Adam Weishaar could actually present it to us in redistricting. All the outside districts, outside of Hutchinson, if you look at it that way, they want to go to one district, too, to put it in there and break down the boundary lines. There's been some confusion, I think, in the county and some confusion about what will happen. I think, to simplify it a little bit, they want to break them down for the purposes of faster response times. I think Reno County and Hutch has great response times for emergencies and I appreciate that very much. But, you've got some that are grouped in areas where their response time to a corner could be closer to another fire station."

The hope is to also be able to get all the rural fire stations on an equipment replacement schedule.

"There is some hurdles with budgeting," Parks said. "Obviously, they all have their mill levies in their areas that raise money to fund them. There have been questions about that. That's just going to have to be refined on the budget part of it. I think there's been conceptions from some of the firefighters out there that it's going to take their autonomy away and their control. A lot of those things were brought up and discussed the other day in the meeting and I think aired out. It was a good time for them to speak what they felt, a couple good representatives there and some fire chiefs. I think it's headed in a good direction."

In addition to having a county fire chief, the idea of paying volunteer firefighters to stay at their station on Red Flag Warning days is also on the table.

"That's part of the development, I'm looking to see how that's going to happen," Parks said. "That may be a difficult sell. Most of them have jobs and other obligations, that kind of stuff. Even the chiefs, some of them do, because, obviously, it's not a full-time position. I don't know who that they are going to rely on to do that. It's going to be difficult to pull, obviously, volunteers in to do that, if they are working another job. We'll see how that shapes up. I'm sure that everybody's going to hear that before long."

The intent is to have public meetings in the different fire districts in the county to get feedback before bringing back a proposal as part of the 2025 budget process.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Reno County Commissioner Randy Parks said the commission's direction to consolidate the rural fire districts in the county is for good reasons."That was set in motion back in 2019, before the three new ones of us got in office," Parks said. "It's been that length of time to try to refine it to the point where Adam Weishaar could actually present it to us in redistricting. All the outside districts, outside of Hutchinson, if you look at it that way, they want to go to one district, too, to put it in there and break down the boundary lines. There's been some confusion, I think, in the county and some confusion about what will happen. I think, to simplify it a little bit, they want to break them down for the purposes of faster response times. I think Reno County and Hutch has great response times for emergencies and I appreciate that very much. But, you've got some that are grouped in areas where their response time to a corner could be closer to another fire station."The hope is to also be able to get all the rural fire stations on an equipment replacement schedule."There is some hurdles with budgeting," Parks said. "Obviously, they all have their mill levies in their areas that raise money to fund them. There have been questions about that. That's just going to have to be refined on the budget part of it. I think there's been conceptions from some of the firefighters out there that it's going to take their autonomy away and their control. A lot of those things were brought up and discussed the other day in the meeting and I think aired out. It was a good time for them to speak what they felt, a couple good representatives there and some fire chiefs. I think it's headed in a good direction."In addition to having a county fire chief, the idea of paying volunteer firefighters to stay at their station on Red Flag Warning days is also on the table."That's part of the development, I'm looking to see how that's going to happen," Parks said. "That may be a difficult sell. Most of them have jobs and other obligations, that kind of stuff. Even the chiefs, some of them do, because, obviously, it's not a full-time position. I don't know who that they are going to rely on to do that. It's going to be difficult to pull, obviously, volunteers in to do that, if they are working another job. We'll see how that shapes up. I'm sure that everybody's going to hear that before long."The intent is to have public meetings in the different fire districts in the county to get feedback before bringing back a proposal as part of the 2025 budget process.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the HutchPost mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily HutchPost email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Parks: Fire district consolidation to help response time

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Kansas U.S. Senator Jerry Moran talked to Hutch Post when he was in Hutchinson last week about the ongoing issues with water rights related to the Quivira Wildlife Refuge.

"In the last administration, we were successful in helping the Groundwater Management District and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service reach a memorandum of how to handle this issue of water rights. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service generally has the senior water rights holders to many of the irrigators in the Rattlesnake Creek watershed area. By Kansas law, senior rights prevail over junior rights. We were trying to find a way through this memorandum, that there would be some cooperation and give the&nbsp;Groundwater Management District an opportunity to do some things, including voluntary conservation, elimination of the ends on irrigation equipment and augmentation, bringing water in from another watershed to augment the water in Quivira."

The Fish and Wildlife Service has asked for their senior water rights. That case is pending at the state level.

The Director of&nbsp;the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service told me that this was just a necessary step for them to take to prod this process along, to move it more quickly," Moran said. "If the Division of Water Resources, and seemingly by law they will reach this conclusion, will eliminate or reduce the water rights of the junior right holders, the consequences to Kansas and particularly to central Kansas are overwhelming. It's expected to be a billion dollar reduction in economic activity in those eight counties."

The eight counties are Kiowa, Edwards, Pawnee, Barton, Stafford, Pratt, Rice and Reno.&nbsp; Stafford, Kiowa, and Edwards counties cover more than 82% of the watershed area.

"We've asked the Governor and state legislators and other officials in Kansas to weigh in with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service," Moran said. "It troubles me that we, and I've been involved in these efforts, will try to attract businesses to Kansas, I was a supporter and was involved in the effort to bring Panasonic to Kansas. It's expected to be a two and a half billion dollar economic addition to our state. But, if we don't take care of what we have, we may lose up to a billion dollars. This just needs to be at the forefront of state and federal attention to try to resolve this before it's too late and damages the Kansas economy, agriculture and others."

The towns of Stafford, St. John and Macksville have water rights that are junior to the ones the&nbsp;U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service are claiming.

"The goal here is to get pressure on, or request, or a sense of a desire to make things work better, so that there is water there for Quivira, for wildlife and water available for irrigation," Moran said. "It will not be the same, but could we do something that's not so devastating."

The wildlife refuge holds a state water right that was established in 1957.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Kansas U.S. Senator Jerry Moran talked to Hutch Post when he was in Hutchinson last week about the ongoing issues with water rights related to the Quivira Wildlife Refuge."In the last administration, we were successful in helping the Groundwater Management District and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service reach a memorandum of how to handle this issue of water rights. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service generally has the senior water rights holders to many of the irrigators in the Rattlesnake Creek watershed area. By Kansas law, senior rights prevail over junior rights. We were trying to find a way through this memorandum, that there would be some cooperation and give the&nbsp;Groundwater Management District an opportunity to do some things, including voluntary conservation, elimination of the ends on irrigation equipment and augmentation, bringing water in from another watershed to augment the water in Quivira."The Fish and Wildlife Service has asked for their senior water rights. That case is pending at the state level.The Director of&nbsp;the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service told me that this was just a necessary step for them to take to prod this process along, to move it more quickly," Moran said. "If the Division of Water Resources, and seemingly by law they will reach this conclusion, will eliminate or reduce the water rights of the junior right holders, the consequences to Kansas and particularly to central Kansas are overwhelming. It's expected to be a billion dollar reduction in economic activity in those eight counties."The eight counties are Kiowa, Edwards, Pawnee, Barton, Stafford, Pratt, Rice and Reno.&nbsp; Stafford, Kiowa, and Edwards counties cover more than 82% of the watershed area."We've asked the Governor and state legislators and other officials in Kansas to weigh in with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service," Moran said. "It troubles me that we, and I've been involved in these efforts, will try to attract businesses to Kansas, I was a supporter and was involved in the effort to bring Panasonic to Kansas. It's expected to be a two and a half billion dollar economic addition to our state. But, if we don't take care of what we have, we may lose up to a billion dollars. This just needs to be at the forefront of state and federal attention to try to resolve this before it's too late and damages the Kansas economy, agriculture and others."The towns of Stafford, St. John and Macksville have water rights that are junior to the ones the&nbsp;U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service are claiming."The goal here is to get pressure on, or request, or a sense of a desire to make things work better, so that there is water there for Quivira, for wildlife and water available for irrigation," Moran said. "It will not be the same, but could we do something that's not so devastating."The wildlife refuge holds a state water right that was established in 1957.<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;

Moran still concerned about Quivira water rights issue

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Roger McEowen, the Professor of Agricultural Law and Taxation at Washburn University School of Law is dubious about the latest iteration of the Waters of the United States rule that the Biden administration has put out in light of the Sackett Supreme Court decision.

"They have, on the surface, gotten rid of the significant nexus standard, which the court said that they can't follow," McEowen said. "They did all of this without any pre-published notification. They used a rare good cause exception under the Administrative Procedures Act, which allows them to forgo public comment and just put a rule out. Nobody's commented on this. We haven't had a chance to really analyze it."

The precedent that the administration will use may make things marginally better, but ag producers are not out of the woods at this point.

"What they will rely on is a Supreme Court decision out of 2000 out of Maui," McEowen said. "It's called Hawaii Wildlife Fund v. County of Maui. They gave us a very broad interpretation, the U.S. Supreme Court did, of what a discharge of a pollutant is. That still creates the distinct possibility that a contamination of a federal jurisdictional water, a WOTUS, could result from activities on land that's not subject to the Clean Water Act under the Sackett court's definition of a wetland. I think that's where we're at right now."

The <a href="https://texasfarmbureau.org/new-wotus-rule-announced-by-biden-administration/">Texas Farm Bureau says</a> WOTUS is still enjoined in Texas and 26 other states, blocking implementation of the rule.

"They'll try to enforce their new position," McEowen said. "We're going to end right back up in court."

The EPA and the Army Corps of Engineers will host a public webinar on September 12, 2023 to provide updates on the definition of WOTUS.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Roger McEowen, the Professor of Agricultural Law and Taxation at Washburn University School of Law is dubious about the latest iteration of the Waters of the United States rule that the Biden administration has put out in light of the Sackett Supreme Court decision."They have, on the surface, gotten rid of the significant nexus standard, which the court said that they can't follow," McEowen said. "They did all of this without any pre-published notification. They used a rare good cause exception under the Administrative Procedures Act, which allows them to forgo public comment and just put a rule out. Nobody's commented on this. We haven't had a chance to really analyze it."The precedent that the administration will use may make things marginally better, but ag producers are not out of the woods at this point."What they will rely on is a Supreme Court decision out of 2000 out of Maui," McEowen said. "It's called Hawaii Wildlife Fund v. County of Maui. They gave us a very broad interpretation, the U.S. Supreme Court did, of what a discharge of a pollutant is. That still creates the distinct possibility that a contamination of a federal jurisdictional water, a WOTUS, could result from activities on land that's not subject to the Clean Water Act under the Sackett court's definition of a wetland. I think that's where we're at right now."The <a href="https://texasfarmbureau.org/new-wotus-rule-announced-by-biden-administration/">Texas Farm Bureau says</a> WOTUS is still enjoined in Texas and 26 other states, blocking implementation of the rule."They'll try to enforce their new position," McEowen said. "We're going to end right back up in court."The EPA and the Army Corps of Engineers will host a public webinar on September 12, 2023 to provide updates on the definition of WOTUS.

Ag law professor doesn't believe new WOTUS rule complies with Sackett decision

RILEY COUNTY —One person was injured in an accident just after 10 p.m. Saturday in Riley County.

The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2013 Ford Edge driven by Toby Jo&nbsp;Diringer, 43, Newton, was southbound on Kansas 18 one mile south of Ogden in the driving lane.

The Ford rear-ended a 2008 Nissan Rogue driven by Noelle Christine&nbsp;Doty, 28, Junction City, that was stopped due to heavy traffic. The impact pushed the Nissan over the center line into the passing lane.

The Ford then rear-ended a 2022 Buick Encore driven by Lyndy Maria&nbsp;Tischhauser, 25, Manhattan.&nbsp; The impact caused the Buick to rear-end a 2015 Ford F150 driven by Christopher James Unruh, 47, Lakin.

EMS transported&nbsp; a passenger in the Ford Edge identified as Victoria M.&nbsp;Diringer, 47, Newton, to Via Christi in Manhattan. There were no other injuries.&nbsp; All five were properly restrained, according to the KHP.

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 </figure>RILEY COUNTY —One person was injured in an accident just after 10 p.m. Saturday in Riley County.The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2013 Ford Edge driven by Toby Jo&nbsp;Diringer, 43, Newton, was southbound on Kansas 18 one mile south of Ogden in the driving lane.The Ford rear-ended a 2008 Nissan Rogue driven by Noelle Christine&nbsp;Doty, 28, Junction City, that was stopped due to heavy traffic. The impact pushed the Nissan over the center line into the passing lane.The Ford then rear-ended a 2022 Buick Encore driven by Lyndy Maria&nbsp;Tischhauser, 25, Manhattan.&nbsp; The impact caused the Buick to rear-end a 2015 Ford F150 driven by Christopher James Unruh, 47, Lakin.EMS transported&nbsp; a passenger in the Ford Edge identified as Victoria M.&nbsp;Diringer, 47, Newton, to Via Christi in Manhattan. There were no other injuries.&nbsp; All five were properly restrained, according to the KHP.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the HutchPost mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily HutchPost email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Newton woman hospitalized after 4-vehicle crash

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — According to the Kansas Association of Counties, Local Ad Valorem Tax Reduction (LAVTR) Funding&nbsp;has existed in&nbsp;Kansas&nbsp;statutes for many years, with the first formal introduction&nbsp;in&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ksrevisor.org/statutes/chapters/ch79/079_029_0059.html" target="_blank">KSA 79-2959</a>&nbsp;in 1965.

LAVTR in&nbsp;Kansas&nbsp;has not received any contributions since 2003. Reno County Commissioner Randy Parks explained that the underlying law is still on the books.

"It's actually still statutory," Parks said. "They're supposed to give us that money. I've been to a few meetings and I know we had a couple of representatives from the county commission, I believe Commissioner Hirst and Commissioner Bogner went to Topeka and met with some legislators up there to talk about what we could do to get that Ad Valorem back."

Per statute, LAVTR funds are calculated by a percentage of the total state sales and compensating use tax to local governments. LAVTR funding and distribution amounts are set by statute, 65 percent is distributed based on population and 35 percent is distributed based on property tax valuations.

"Statewide, if you've watched, there's been an excess of tax collections over the last several years that have left quite an abundance," Parks said. "I've talked to some representatives up in the state. They just seem like they've been kind of spend happy up there with money, It's money that,&nbsp; perhaps, part of that should be coming back to us."

The amount, if the old statute were funded, would be significant for Reno County.

"It would actually mean almost $2.5 million more money coming back to us, with about a 3.4 mill reduction," Parks said. "That's a big deal for Reno County. We'd like to have that back. We've had pretty good monies coming in the last several years. It enabled us to hold the revenue neutral, but I will say, there's some deep cuts that happened in departments and some other areas to be able to do that, to hold the taxes down. You don't want to become burdensome upon the people. That's who you're really working for, but, this LAVTR, that would be a great shot in the arm to keep that down and keep that under control."&nbsp;

An amendment to the budget was proposed and passed by the House to fund LAVTR in 2023, but ultimately the amendment failed to move forward in the Senate.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — According to the Kansas Association of Counties, Local Ad Valorem Tax Reduction (LAVTR) Funding&nbsp;has existed in&nbsp;Kansas&nbsp;statutes for many years, with the first formal introduction&nbsp;in&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ksrevisor.org/statutes/chapters/ch79/079_029_0059.html" target="_blank">KSA 79-2959</a>&nbsp;in 1965. LAVTR in&nbsp;Kansas&nbsp;has not received any contributions since 2003. Reno County Commissioner Randy Parks explained that the underlying law is still on the books."It's actually still statutory," Parks said. "They're supposed to give us that money. I've been to a few meetings and I know we had a couple of representatives from the county commission, I believe Commissioner Hirst and Commissioner Bogner went to Topeka and met with some legislators up there to talk about what we could do to get that Ad Valorem back."Per statute, LAVTR funds are calculated by a percentage of the total state sales and compensating use tax to local governments. LAVTR funding and distribution amounts are set by statute, 65 percent is distributed based on population and 35 percent is distributed based on property tax valuations."Statewide, if you've watched, there's been an excess of tax collections over the last several years that have left quite an abundance," Parks said. "I've talked to some representatives up in the state. They just seem like they've been kind of spend happy up there with money, It's money that,&nbsp; perhaps, part of that should be coming back to us."The amount, if the old statute were funded, would be significant for Reno County."It would actually mean almost $2.5 million more money coming back to us, with about a 3.4 mill reduction," Parks said. "That's a big deal for Reno County. We'd like to have that back. We've had pretty good monies coming in the last several years. It enabled us to hold the revenue neutral, but I will say, there's some deep cuts that happened in departments and some other areas to be able to do that, to hold the taxes down. You don't want to become burdensome upon the people. That's who you're really working for, but, this LAVTR, that would be a great shot in the arm to keep that down and keep that under control."&nbsp;An amendment to the budget was proposed and passed by the House to fund LAVTR in 2023, but ultimately the amendment failed to move forward in the Senate.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the HutchPost mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily HutchPost email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

LAVTR return would benefit Reno County

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — According to the update to Wichita State University's population growth model released last month, the total population of Kansas is projected to grow by over 468,000 residents, signifying an increase of nearly 16% compared to the 2021 population. The expected growth rate is 0.3% annually until 2071. Jeremy Hill with Wichita State said the metro areas are where a lot of that growth will be.

"They're still growing faster than the rest of the state," Hill said. "They're not growing as fast, just because of what's transpired over the last five to ten years. Once you get from the bigger, large metropolitan areas into more of our medium sized metro areas, like Dodge, Pittsburg and Hays, most of them are growing."

The research conducted by the Center for Economic Development and Business Research, with funding from the Patterson Family Foundation, forecasted population growth for different regions in Kansas by race, ethnic group, age, and gender.

"Hutchinson is already more diversified in race," Hill said. "It has some younger cohorts of families. Because of the underlying prevalence of those, there's higher fertility. They are creating more labor supply than McPherson, because it is less diversified."

That's the reason the projection has Hutchinson growing 7.2% and McPherson declining by 5.2% between now and 2071. There have been some recent events that may change those projections, though.

"Both communities have demand for labor," Hill said. "I realize, McPherson has a lot of demand for labor, not filling all of it. The reality is, you also have to have that supply. There are other factors beyond that, that could still impact this forecast, where it could be wrong. For example, all the foundation money that went to McPherson recently, which is being injected into the economy, could be transformative in the future, but this model doesn't see that."

Lawrence is projected to have the fastest metro growth rate between now and 2071 among the cities in the projection.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — According to the update to Wichita State University's population growth model released last month, the total population of Kansas is projected to grow by over 468,000 residents, signifying an increase of nearly 16% compared to the 2021 population. The expected growth rate is 0.3% annually until 2071. Jeremy Hill with Wichita State said the metro areas are where a lot of that growth will be."They're still growing faster than the rest of the state," Hill said. "They're not growing as fast, just because of what's transpired over the last five to ten years. Once you get from the bigger, large metropolitan areas into more of our medium sized metro areas, like Dodge, Pittsburg and Hays, most of them are growing."The research conducted by the Center for Economic Development and Business Research, with funding from the Patterson Family Foundation, forecasted population growth for different regions in Kansas by race, ethnic group, age, and gender."Hutchinson is already more diversified in race," Hill said. "It has some younger cohorts of families. Because of the underlying prevalence of those, there's higher fertility. They are creating more labor supply than McPherson, because it is less diversified."<figure>
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 </figure>That's the reason the projection has Hutchinson growing 7.2% and McPherson declining by 5.2% between now and 2071. There have been some recent events that may change those projections, though."Both communities have demand for labor," Hill said. "I realize, McPherson has a lot of demand for labor, not filling all of it. The reality is, you also have to have that supply. There are other factors beyond that, that could still impact this forecast, where it could be wrong. For example, all the foundation money that went to McPherson recently, which is being injected into the economy, could be transformative in the future, but this model doesn't see that."Lawrence is projected to have the fastest metro growth rate between now and 2071 among the cities in the projection.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile&nbsp;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;

WSU's population forecast interesting for this area

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Creighton University Mid-America Business Conditions Index was below growth neutral for a second straight month and that concerns economist Ernie Goss.

"Things are weaker, certainly, compared to this time last year," Goss said. "It's still not into recession range, but it's certainly moving in that direction, but we've still got a ways to go if we're going to call this a recession, though."

It's also important to note that some people who haven't had one particular type of debt payment for some time will have it again soon.

"October 1, we're supposed to begin having student loans, those individuals are supposed to begin paying back their loans," Goss said. "That would likewise reduce consumption and reduce sales tax collections. I don't expect that to happen. I think it's become political."

Also, Goss does not like the headwinds he is seeing across the globe, either.&nbsp;

"China and Germany are two of the large global economies," Goss said. Germany's in a recession. China is moving toward a recession, so that's not good for the overall economy. That is telegraphed back to the U.S. economy, including Kansas. That's going to weigh on the manufacturing economy and the ag economy going forward."

The regional manufacturing economy has lost jobs for the last three months.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Creighton University Mid-America Business Conditions Index was below growth neutral for a second straight month and that concerns economist Ernie Goss."Things are weaker, certainly, compared to this time last year," Goss said. "It's still not into recession range, but it's certainly moving in that direction, but we've still got a ways to go if we're going to call this a recession, though."It's also important to note that some people who haven't had one particular type of debt payment for some time will have it again soon."October 1, we're supposed to begin having student loans, those individuals are supposed to begin paying back their loans," Goss said. "That would likewise reduce consumption and reduce sales tax collections. I don't expect that to happen. I think it's become political."Also, Goss does not like the headwinds he is seeing across the globe, either.&nbsp;"China and Germany are two of the large global economies," Goss said. Germany's in a recession. China is moving toward a recession, so that's not good for the overall economy. That is telegraphed back to the U.S. economy, including Kansas. That's going to weigh on the manufacturing economy and the ag economy going forward."The regional manufacturing economy has lost jobs for the last three months.<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;

Goss: Economy is weaker, no recession yet

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;

9/3/2023 1:37 AM-Kayla	Mackenzie Kessler-A distrib of contr subs; Causing death; Distribution of contr subs; Cause great bodily harm; Drugs; Distribute Substance designated in 65-4105,4107,4109,4111(Oxy, Hydrocodone); &lt; 10 dosage units; Poss of opiate, narcotic, or certain stimulant; Drugs; Acquire proceeds from sale of controlled substance, Less than $5,000; Drugs; Arrange sale/purchase of controlled substance using a communication facility; Interference with Law Enforcement; Falsely report a Felony crime intending to obstruct; Interference with Law Enforcement; Obstruct, Resist, Oppose; Felony Case, Execution of a Felony Warrant; Interference with Law Enforcement; Conceal /alter/destroy evidence Felony case; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body

9/3/2023 12:09 AM-Matthew	Edward Whalen-Failure to Appear

9/2/2023 8:17 PM-Raul	Alberto Reza Lujan-DUI; 1st conv; comp evidence of blood/breath .08+

9/2/2023 8:13 PM-Jason	Dean Cunningham-Domestic Battery; Aggravated; Impede Breathing by Pressure to Throat, Neck or Chest

9/2/2023 7:57 PM-Emily	Lavon Bond-Failure to Appear

9/2/2023 7:41 PM-Robert	Lee Lawson-Failure to Appear

9/2/2023 6:40 PM-Hailey	Dawn Koehn-Failure to Appear

9/2/2023 5:14 PM-Mark	Andrew Nunnelley-Failure to Appear

9/2/2023 5:12 PM-Cindi	Marie Curry-Theft; Property or Services; $1,500 or less; from 3 Businesses within 72 Hours

9/2/2023 11:03 AM-Reginald Benford-Viol protection order; Abuse order

9/2/2023 8:26 AM Richard	Randall Manwarren Sr.-Pedestrian; Under the Influence of Alcohol/Drugs upon Roadway

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;9/3/2023 1:37 AM-Kayla	Mackenzie Kessler-A distrib of contr subs; Causing death; Distribution of contr subs; Cause great bodily harm; Drugs; Distribute Substance designated in 65-4105,4107,4109,4111(Oxy, Hydrocodone); &lt; 10 dosage units; Poss of opiate, narcotic, or certain stimulant; Drugs; Acquire proceeds from sale of controlled substance, Less than $5,000; Drugs; Arrange sale/purchase of controlled substance using a communication facility; Interference with Law Enforcement; Falsely report a Felony crime intending to obstruct; Interference with Law Enforcement; Obstruct, Resist, Oppose; Felony Case, Execution of a Felony Warrant; Interference with Law Enforcement; Conceal /alter/destroy evidence Felony case; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body9/3/2023 12:09 AM-Matthew	Edward Whalen-Failure to Appear9/2/2023 8:17 PM-Raul	Alberto Reza Lujan-DUI; 1st conv; comp evidence of blood/breath .08+9/2/2023 8:13 PM-Jason	Dean Cunningham-Domestic Battery; Aggravated; Impede Breathing by Pressure to Throat, Neck or Chest9/2/2023 7:57 PM-Emily	Lavon Bond-Failure to Appear9/2/2023 7:41 PM-Robert	Lee Lawson-Failure to Appear9/2/2023 6:40 PM-Hailey	Dawn Koehn-Failure to Appear9/2/2023 5:14 PM-Mark	Andrew Nunnelley-Failure to Appear9/2/2023 5:12 PM-Cindi	Marie Curry-Theft; Property or Services; $1,500 or less; from 3 Businesses within 72 Hours9/2/2023 11:03 AM-Reginald Benford-Viol protection order; Abuse order9/2/2023 8:26 AM Richard	Randall Manwarren Sr.-Pedestrian; Under the Influence of Alcohol/Drugs upon Roadway

RICE COUNTY —One person was injured in an accident just after 2 a.m. Saturday in Rice County.

The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2003 BMW 3 Series driven by Paul Andrew Vasquez, 50, Lyons, was eastbound on Avenue V&nbsp;5 Miles South East of Raymond. 

The car left the roadway to the west and vaulted and rolled into a pasture. EMS transported Vasquez to Wesley Medical Center. He was not wearing a seat belt, according to the KHP.

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 </figure>RICE COUNTY —One person was injured in an accident just after 2 a.m. Saturday in Rice County.The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2003 BMW 3 Series driven by Paul Andrew Vasquez, 50, Lyons, was eastbound on Avenue V&nbsp;5 Miles South East of Raymond. The car left the roadway to the west and vaulted and rolled into a pasture. EMS transported Vasquez to Wesley Medical Center. He 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 HutchPost mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily HutchPost email news update.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Man from Lyons injured after car vaults, rolls into a field

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Below is this week's Salthawk Talk with Dr. Johnson.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Below is this week's Salthawk Talk with Dr. Johnson.<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?height=314&href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FUSD308%2Fvideos%2F151775641305565%2F&show_text=true&width=560&t=0" width="560" height="429" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowFullScreen="true"></iframe></div><a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the HutchPost mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily HutchPost email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Salthawk Talk Sept. 1, 2023 

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — All Hutchinson High School International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) and International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (IBCP) graduates earned their IB diplomas, resulting in a 100% success rate for the program for the 2022-23 school year. The program is one of only eight IB Programs in the state of Kansas and the only one west of Wichita.&nbsp; Since beginning the IBCP in 2015 and the IBDP in 2005, the program boasts a near 100% graduation rate.

Ten students--Abigail Bryan, Abigale Davenport, Clark Denison, Magnolia Foster, Tia Hines, Rebecca Lewton, Caroline Miller, Brady Ollenburger, Hannah West, and Madilyn Yantes--completed the requirements for the IBCP diploma, showcasing their commitment to academic excellence intertwined with a specialized career-related focus. The IBCP program, known for its integration of practical skills and rigorous academics, has equipped these students to tackle real-world challenges head-on as they venture into their chosen career paths.

Morgan Hixson, now in her freshman year at the University of Nebraska, completed the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) in 2022-23. Required to tackle a challenging curriculum of six IB courses, Hixson's dedication shone through as she not only fulfilled the academic requirements but also achieved outstanding results. With four scores of 7, the highest attainable, and two scores of 6, she has demonstrated an exceptional level of mastery in her studies.&nbsp; The IBDP program is renowned for its academic rigor and emphasis on critical thinking, research, and a holistic education. Morgan's exceptional performance speaks volumes about her dedication, commitment to learning, and her ability to excel in a challenging academic environment.

"IB helped me grow academically and personally and allowed me to enter college with organizational, critical thinking, and study skills and with a head start on the material in classes. I'm so grateful for my experience with the IB program and the wonderful IB staff at HHS”, Hixson said.

Looking forward, this year’s current IB students mention the rigorous standards and challenging coursework. They are optimistic about the increased career, academic and scholarship opportunities through their participation in the IB programs. IB students are well-rounded both in academics and in activities. Many IB students also participate in athletics and extracurricular activities such as debate, forensics, choir and band.&nbsp;

As these graduates step into the next chapter of their lives, they carry with them not only their hard-earned diplomas but also a wealth of knowledge, skills, and experiences that will undoubtedly propel them toward future success. Hutchinson High School celebrates their achievements and looks forward to seeing the positive impact these graduates will make on the world.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1693646225213.jpeg" alt="2023 Hutch High IB Programme Graduates-Courtesy Hutchinson High School" />
 <figcaption>2023 Hutch High IB Programme Graduates-Courtesy Hutchinson High School</figcaption>
 </figure>STACY GOSS USD 308HUTCHINSON, Kan. — All Hutchinson High School International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) and International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (IBCP) graduates earned their IB diplomas, resulting in a 100% success rate for the program for the 2022-23 school year. The program is one of only eight IB Programs in the state of Kansas and the only one west of Wichita.&nbsp; Since beginning the IBCP in 2015 and the IBDP in 2005, the program boasts a near 100% graduation rate.Ten students--Abigail Bryan, Abigale Davenport, Clark Denison, Magnolia Foster, Tia Hines, Rebecca Lewton, Caroline Miller, Brady Ollenburger, Hannah West, and Madilyn Yantes--completed the requirements for the IBCP diploma, showcasing their commitment to academic excellence intertwined with a specialized career-related focus. The IBCP program, known for its integration of practical skills and rigorous academics, has equipped these students to tackle real-world challenges head-on as they venture into their chosen career paths.Morgan Hixson, now in her freshman year at the University of Nebraska, completed the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) in 2022-23. Required to tackle a challenging curriculum of six IB courses, Hixson's dedication shone through as she not only fulfilled the academic requirements but also achieved outstanding results. With four scores of 7, the highest attainable, and two scores of 6, she has demonstrated an exceptional level of mastery in her studies.&nbsp; The IBDP program is renowned for its academic rigor and emphasis on critical thinking, research, and a holistic education. Morgan's exceptional performance speaks volumes about her dedication, commitment to learning, and her ability to excel in a challenging academic environment."IB helped me grow academically and personally and allowed me to enter college with organizational, critical thinking, and study skills and with a head start on the material in classes. I'm so grateful for my experience with the IB program and the wonderful IB staff at HHS”, Hixson said.Looking forward, this year’s current IB students mention the rigorous standards and challenging coursework. They are optimistic about the increased career, academic and scholarship opportunities through their participation in the IB programs. IB students are well-rounded both in academics and in activities. Many IB students also participate in athletics and extracurricular activities such as debate, forensics, choir and band.&nbsp;As these graduates step into the next chapter of their lives, they carry with them not only their hard-earned diplomas but also a wealth of knowledge, skills, and experiences that will undoubtedly propel them toward future success. Hutchinson High School celebrates their achievements and looks forward to seeing the positive impact these graduates will make on the world.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the HutchPost mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily HutchPost email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Hutchinson High School IB Programme achieves perfect graduation rate for 22-23

MEADE, Kan. — While IdeaTek didn't have a giant cardboard check, they delivered something even better – "Internet for Life" to Savannah Green of Meade, Kansas.

Green was recently announced as the lucky winner of IdeaTek's "Internet for Life" promotion. The online summer campaign drew nearly 3,000 entries from across the company’s service area, which stretches from Emporia to Garden City.

Based down the road in Buhler, IdeaTek’s mission is to provide reliable and affordable high-speed fiber internet to every Kansas doorstep. The "Internet for Life" campaign reflects this belief in providing Kansans, including those in underserved areas, with the tools they need to succeed.

Green works at the local hospital and would like to advance her education online. IdeaTek’s high-speed fiber internet will help her do just that, she said.

“I’m excited for IdeaTek internet because it is going to help me and my husband further our education,” Green said. “We will now have better internet access and faster Internet access.”

Megan Shearer, IdeaTek’s vice president of talent, culture, and customer acquisition, emphasized the company's commitment to fostering growth and advancement through high-speed internet and technology.

“Savannah Green's story aligns perfectly with IdeaTek's mission,” she said. “We are dedicated to providing internet access that not only connects people but also empowers them to achieve their life-changing goals and dreams."

To learn more about IdeaTek services, visit <a href="http://ideatek.com">ideatek.com</a>.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1693567201372.jpeg" alt="IdeaTek sales representative Arturo Martinez delivered Savannah Green of Meade "Internet for Life" in August.-Photo Courtesy Ideatek" />
 <figcaption>IdeaTek sales representative Arturo Martinez delivered Savannah Green of Meade "Internet for Life" in August.-Photo Courtesy Ideatek</figcaption>
 </figure>IdeatekMEADE, Kan. — While IdeaTek didn't have a giant cardboard check, they delivered something even better – "Internet for Life" to Savannah Green of Meade, Kansas.Green was recently announced as the lucky winner of IdeaTek's "Internet for Life" promotion. The online summer campaign drew nearly 3,000 entries from across the company’s service area, which stretches from Emporia to Garden City.Based down the road in Buhler, IdeaTek’s mission is to provide reliable and affordable high-speed fiber internet to every Kansas doorstep. The "Internet for Life" campaign reflects this belief in providing Kansans, including those in underserved areas, with the tools they need to succeed.Green works at the local hospital and would like to advance her education online. IdeaTek’s high-speed fiber internet will help her do just that, she said.“I’m excited for IdeaTek internet because it is going to help me and my husband further our education,” Green said. “We will now have better internet access and faster Internet access.”Megan Shearer, IdeaTek’s vice president of talent, culture, and customer acquisition, emphasized the company's commitment to fostering growth and advancement through high-speed internet and technology.“Savannah Green's story aligns perfectly with IdeaTek's mission,” she said. “We are dedicated to providing internet access that not only connects people but also empowers them to achieve their life-changing goals and dreams."To learn more about IdeaTek services, visit <a href="http://ideatek.com">ideatek.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;&nbsp;

Ideatek Internet for Life winner announced

9/2/2023 12:30 AM-Christian Nevarez-Poss of marijuana; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body; Driving while license cancelled/suspended/revoked; misd; unknown conv; Alcohol; Illegal Transportation of Alcoholic Beverage; DUI; 2nd conv; blood or breath .08 or higher

9/2/2023 12:18 AM-Alexander	Richard Jones-Agg battery; Knowingly cause great body harm; Agg assault; w/ deadly weapon

9/1/2023 11:02 PM-Katrina	Kanet Memmel-Disorderly Conduct; Brawling or fighting

9/1/2023 10:16 PM-Reginald Benford-Disorderly Conduct; Brawling or fighting

9/1/2023 9:49 PM-Tyler	Craig Andrews-DWS; 1st conviction&nbsp;

9/1/2023 8:02 PM-Audra	Lynn Legron-Viol protection order; Abuse order

9/1/2023 7:08 PM-Edward	Matthew Trammell Jr.-Driving while license cancelled/suspended/revoked; misd; unknown conv

9/1/2023 3:44 PM-Ryan	Scott Wilson Sr.-Failure to Appear; Interference with Law Enforcement; Obstruct, Resist, Oppose; Felony Case, Execution of a Felony Warrant; Interference with Law Enforcement; Conceal /alter/destroy evidence Felony case; Poss of marijuana; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body

9/1/2023 3:15 PM-Michael	Jesus Campa-DUI; Misdemeanor; Driving while license cancelled/suspended/revoked; misd; unknown conv

9/1/2023 3:14 PM-Avila		Maynor	Leonel Velasquez-Poss of marijuana

9/1/2023 12:19 PM-Larry	Carnell Scott-Probation Violation

9/1/2023 12:15 PM-Javaughn	Nicolas Kelly--Agg battery; Knowingly cause great body harm

9/1/2023 11:18 AM-Matthew	Adam Collingwood-Probation Violation

9/1/2023 10:18 AM-Esequiel	Jesus Galindo-Interference with Law Enforcement; Obstruct, Resist, Oppose; Felony Case, Execution of a Felony Warrant

9/1/2023 9:03 AM-Kristen	Danielle Bugger-Probation Violation

9/1/2023 7:40 AM-Kevin	Jay Smith-Failure to Appear

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/4/1681919611658.jpeg" alt="Bracelets" />
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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;9/2/2023 12:30 AM-Christian Nevarez-Poss of marijuana; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body; Driving while license cancelled/suspended/revoked; misd; unknown conv; Alcohol; Illegal Transportation of Alcoholic Beverage; DUI; 2nd conv; blood or breath .08 or higher9/2/2023 12:18 AM-Alexander	Richard Jones-Agg battery; Knowingly cause great body harm; Agg assault; w/ deadly weapon9/1/2023 11:02 PM-Katrina	Kanet Memmel-Disorderly Conduct; Brawling or fighting9/1/2023 10:16 PM-Reginald Benford-Disorderly Conduct; Brawling or fighting9/1/2023 9:49 PM-Tyler	Craig Andrews-DWS; 1st conviction&nbsp;9/1/2023 8:02 PM-Audra	Lynn Legron-Viol protection order; Abuse order9/1/2023 7:08 PM-Edward	Matthew Trammell Jr.-Driving while license cancelled/suspended/revoked; misd; unknown conv9/1/2023 3:44 PM-Ryan	Scott Wilson Sr.-Failure to Appear; Interference with Law Enforcement; Obstruct, Resist, Oppose; Felony Case, Execution of a Felony Warrant; Interference with Law Enforcement; Conceal /alter/destroy evidence Felony case; Poss of marijuana; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body9/1/2023 3:15 PM-Michael	Jesus Campa-DUI; Misdemeanor; Driving while license cancelled/suspended/revoked; misd; unknown conv9/1/2023 3:14 PM-Avila		Maynor	Leonel Velasquez-Poss of marijuana9/1/2023 12:19 PM-Larry	Carnell Scott-Probation Violation9/1/2023 12:15 PM-Javaughn	Nicolas Kelly--Agg battery; Knowingly cause great body harm9/1/2023 11:18 AM-Matthew	Adam Collingwood-Probation Violation9/1/2023 10:18 AM-Esequiel	Jesus Galindo-Interference with Law Enforcement; Obstruct, Resist, Oppose; Felony Case, Execution of a Felony Warrant9/1/2023 9:03 AM-Kristen	Danielle Bugger-Probation Violation9/1/2023 7:40 AM-Kevin	Jay Smith-Failure to Appear

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — On Friday, local businessman, trusted conservative leader and community volunteer Bob Fee filed to run in Senate District 34.

Fee is the President of Fee Insurance Group in Hutchinson. He is currently the Immediate Past-Chairman of the Independent Insurance Agents and Brokers of America also known as the Big “I”.

“Kansas faces many challenges and yet unfortunately too often political games get in the way of conservative results. I have spent 36 years working with individuals and businesses helping with their insurance and risk management needs. I have seen how big government can impede progress and real results. We need leaders in Topeka focused on getting results and stopping the liberal Democrat agenda which hurts our small businesses and Kansas values.

My responsibilities with the Big “I” are ending soon and with growing support from constituents and the blessing of my family, I have decided the timing is right for this opportunity.”

Fee will name local Republican activist Allison Reed as his campaign treasurer.

The Senate District 34 seat is currently held by Republican Dr. Mark Steffen.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1693602628583.jpeg" alt="Bob Fee filed for the State Senate District 34 seat Sept. 1, 2023" />
 <figcaption>Bob Fee filed for the State Senate District 34 seat Sept. 1, 2023</figcaption>
 </figure>Bob Fee for State Senate releaseHUTCHINSON, Kan. — On Friday, local businessman, trusted conservative leader and community volunteer Bob Fee filed to run in Senate District 34.Fee is the President of Fee Insurance Group in Hutchinson. He is currently the Immediate Past-Chairman of the Independent Insurance Agents and Brokers of America also known as the Big “I”.“Kansas faces many challenges and yet unfortunately too often political games get in the way of conservative results. I have spent 36 years working with individuals and businesses helping with their insurance and risk management needs. I have seen how big government can impede progress and real results. We need leaders in Topeka focused on getting results and stopping the liberal Democrat agenda which hurts our small businesses and Kansas values.My responsibilities with the Big “I” are ending soon and with growing support from constituents and the blessing of my family, I have decided the timing is right for this opportunity.”Fee will name local Republican activist Allison Reed as his campaign treasurer.The Senate District 34 seat is currently held by Republican Dr. Mark Steffen.<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;

Bob Fee files for State Senate District 34

On this episode of Forward Ever: Leading in Challenging Times, host Gary Shorman speaks with Fort Hays State University Assistant Provost for Academic Programs and Dean of the Graduate School and Office of Scholarship &amp; Sponsored Projects Angela Pool-Funai.

<div><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/I9p2sdFA-dc?si=I54MyAF58q6GQFls" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe></div>On this episode of Forward Ever: Leading in Challenging Times, host Gary Shorman speaks with Fort Hays State University Assistant Provost for Academic Programs and Dean of the Graduate School and Office of Scholarship &amp; Sponsored Projects Angela Pool-Funai.

🎤 Forward Ever: FHSU assistant provost Angela Pool-Funai

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Fire crew arrived in California on Monday, August 28th.&nbsp;Engine Boss Cole Inghram, Fire Captains Justin Williams, and Matt Young are currently deployed. 

They have been assigned to the Deep Fire. They have been working with other departments, providing lookout and structure protection. 

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 <figcaption>Hutch Fire Brush 71</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutchinson Fire DepartmentHUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Fire crew arrived in California on Monday, August 28th.&nbsp;Engine Boss Cole Inghram, Fire Captains Justin Williams, and Matt Young are currently deployed. They have been assigned to the Deep Fire. They have been working with other departments, providing lookout and structure protection. On Friday, they are receiving precipitation in the area and the fire is becoming contained. There is plenty of activity around them, if they get released from the Deep Fire, most likely they will move to another fire in the region.<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;