HUTCHINSON, Kan. —ESSDACK will host a free learning opportunity Tuesday, December 6th, from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. at ESSDACK.

Author Matthew R. Kay, will join ESSDACK to discuss his book, Not Light But Fire: How to Lead Meaningful Race Conversations in the Classroom.

With years of classroom experience, Kay knows what works and what doesn’t. How can teachers facilitate productive dialogues around race and other difficult topics in our classrooms? What can teachers do to handle complex topics while keeping our students on task and engaged? With the right blend of reflection and humility, Matthew asserts teachers can make school one of the best venues for young people to discuss complicated issues. Teachers that attend can expect to leave this event with resources, suggestions, and the confidence to support students.

This event will be hosted at the ESSDACK office, 1500 E 11th Ave, Hutchinson, KS, 67501. Please register for this free event at <a href="http://essdk.me/MatthewKayBookEvent" target="_blank">essdk.me/MatthewKayBookEvent</a>.

While Essdack's primary focus is on serving member districts, they also have a rich history of supporting other educational entities, non-profits, and businesses. Essdack is dedicated to providing the leadership, innovation, products, and solutions needed to support learners for their future.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. —ESSDACK will host a free learning opportunity Tuesday, December 6th, from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. at ESSDACK.Author Matthew R. Kay, will join ESSDACK to discuss his book, Not Light But Fire: How to Lead Meaningful Race Conversations in the Classroom.With years of classroom experience, Kay knows what works and what doesn’t. How can teachers facilitate productive dialogues around race and other difficult topics in our classrooms? What can teachers do to handle complex topics while keeping our students on task and engaged? With the right blend of reflection and humility, Matthew asserts teachers can make school one of the best venues for young people to discuss complicated issues. Teachers that attend can expect to leave this event with resources, suggestions, and the confidence to support students.This event will be hosted at the ESSDACK office, 1500 E 11th Ave, Hutchinson, KS, 67501. Please register for this free event at <a href="http://essdk.me/MatthewKayBookEvent" target="_blank">essdk.me/MatthewKayBookEvent</a>.While Essdack's primary focus is on serving member districts, they also have a rich history of supporting other educational entities, non-profits, and businesses. Essdack is dedicated to providing the leadership, innovation, products, and solutions needed to support learners for their future.

Author of race conversation book for teachers at ESSDACK next week

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Veterans who may have been denied service-connected benefits before need to apply again after the passage of the&nbsp;Sergeant First Class Heath Robinson Honoring Our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxins Act of 2022, also known as the PACT Act back in August.

"The PACT Act is really probably the largest health care and benefit expansion in VA history," said&nbsp;VBA Regional Office Director Donna Meyer-Hickel. "It expands VA health care and benefits for Veterans exposed to burn pits and other toxic substances."

Because of the expansion of benefit dates and exposure opportunities that are now considered qualifying for VA assistance, any Veterans from Vietnam forward should consider reapplication.

"Because this is going to be such a massive expansion, we're going to have to phase in hospital care, medical services and other care gradually, over time for three different categories of Veterans," said spokesperson Jeff Herndon. "Category one is Veterans who participated in a toxic exposure risk activity while serving on active duty, during training, or even inactive duty training. Category two is Veterans who were assigned to a duty station in certain locations during specific periods of time. There's a lot of information, a lot of locations, a lot of dates. That is on or after August 2, 1990, running up through September 11, 2001. Category three is going to be Veterans who deployed in support of Operations Enduring Freedom, Freedom Sentinel, Iraqi Freedom and a few others, as well. It's critical that Veterans visit <a href="https://www.va.gov/resources/the-pact-act-and-your-va-benefits/">VA.gov/PACT</a> and apply for health care as quickly as possible."

If you're not internet savvy, you can still take your DD-214 and this past year's tax return to any <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/255ab594-fa22-4473-8fd9-2674a0bee548">VA clinic</a> to sign up, or there is a special event coming up next month in Wichita.

"You do not have to pay anybody to file for your health care," Herndon said. "You do not have to pay anybody to file a disability claim. Come see us December 10, Saturday. Down at the medical center in Wichita, in our auditorium, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., we're going to have a one stop shop for Veterans to come in and handle PACT Act related issues. If you're already enrolled for VA health care, you'll have an opportunity to get your toxic exposure screening. We'll have some education classes going on to learn more about the PACT Act. We'll have plenty of people there to assist with disability claims and we'll be able to enroll you for health care, if you're not enrolled already."

The passage of the PACT Act helps VA improve research, staff education, and treatment related to toxic exposures.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Veterans who may have been denied service-connected benefits before need to apply again after the passage of the&nbsp;Sergeant First Class Heath Robinson Honoring Our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxins Act of 2022, also known as the PACT Act back in August."The PACT Act is really probably the largest health care and benefit expansion in VA history," said&nbsp;VBA Regional Office Director Donna Meyer-Hickel. "It expands VA health care and benefits for Veterans exposed to burn pits and other toxic substances."Because of the expansion of benefit dates and exposure opportunities that are now considered qualifying for VA assistance, any Veterans from Vietnam forward should consider reapplication."Because this is going to be such a massive expansion, we're going to have to phase in hospital care, medical services and other care gradually, over time for three different categories of Veterans," said spokesperson Jeff Herndon. "Category one is Veterans who participated in a toxic exposure risk activity while serving on active duty, during training, or even inactive duty training. Category two is Veterans who were assigned to a duty station in certain locations during specific periods of time. There's a lot of information, a lot of locations, a lot of dates. That is on or after August 2, 1990, running up through September 11, 2001. Category three is going to be Veterans who deployed in support of Operations Enduring Freedom, Freedom Sentinel, Iraqi Freedom and a few others, as well. It's critical that Veterans visit <a href="https://www.va.gov/resources/the-pact-act-and-your-va-benefits/">VA.gov/PACT</a> and apply for health care as quickly as possible."If you're not internet savvy, you can still take your DD-214 and this past year's tax return to any <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/255ab594-fa22-4473-8fd9-2674a0bee548">VA clinic</a> to sign up, or there is a special event coming up next month in Wichita."You do not have to pay anybody to file for your health care," Herndon said. "You do not have to pay anybody to file a disability claim. Come see us December 10, Saturday. Down at the medical center in Wichita, in our auditorium, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., we're going to have a one stop shop for Veterans to come in and handle PACT Act related issues. If you're already enrolled for VA health care, you'll have an opportunity to get your toxic exposure screening. We'll have some education classes going on to learn more about the PACT Act. We'll have plenty of people there to assist with disability claims and we'll be able to enroll you for health care, if you're not enrolled already."The passage of the PACT Act helps VA improve research, staff education, and treatment related to toxic exposures.

PACT Act means more health benefits for Veterans

HUTCHINSON, Kan. —&nbsp;BrightHouse, in partnership with Eagle Media and Dillons Marketplace will Stuff the Bus on Saturday, December 3 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. This annual food and fundraiser fills the pantry for the winter at the BrightHouse Safe Shelter House.

"We gather food and gift cards and money and cleaning supplies, to feed people in our shelter," said Sue Wray with BrightHouse. "This year our shelter has been twice as busy as it was the year before. We've had more than twice the people in shelters."

You can make a difference for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault by donating commonly used items throughout that day at Dillons. BrightHouse volunteers will be standing by with carts to fill and pile into a bus supplied by Durham Bus company. Non-perishable food items and household items are requested, and Dillons Gift Cards are greatly appreciated, too!

"What we need is non-perishable food items," Wray said. "We've got a list. It's canned vegetables and meats, boxed dinner helpers, granola bars, breakfast bars and cereal, snacks and crackers and rice, potato and pasta side dishes. Also, a lot of facial tissues, paper towels, toilet paper all that kind of things and then, cleaning supplies. We keep the shelter supplied with that kind of stuff pretty well through a lot of the year. It really makes a big difference. People are very generous."

Wray isn't exactly sure why, but there are a lot of pressures on relationships these days.

"Domestic abuse never starts with money," Wray said. "It always starts with deeper problems there. I think there are a lot of things. I think inflation and those pressures have contributed to the pressures that create those kinds of abuse issues. We didn't realize it, but I think people were a little hesitant to go to a shelter during COVID, you know, when it was really a problem. We maybe didn't realize it at the time. Also, what is causing our shelter to be more full. People are staying longer, because the rents are so high. It's harder for us to get people into new housing. We've got landlords that work with us. They are wonderful, but, you know, as rents go up, that just means women who are in our shelter, who are looking for a new place to live, it costs more, so it's taking them longer."

Where a typical stay used to be days or weeks, now it's taking about three months to get a permanent place for families to stay.

The 24-7 crisis line is (620) 663-2522. The BrightHouse office line is (620) 665-3630.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. —&nbsp;BrightHouse, in partnership with Eagle Media and Dillons Marketplace will Stuff the Bus on Saturday, December 3 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. This annual food and fundraiser fills the pantry for the winter at the BrightHouse Safe Shelter House."We gather food and gift cards and money and cleaning supplies, to feed people in our shelter," said Sue Wray with BrightHouse. "This year our shelter has been twice as busy as it was the year before. We've had more than twice the people in shelters."You can make a difference for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault by donating commonly used items throughout that day at Dillons. BrightHouse volunteers will be standing by with carts to fill and pile into a bus supplied by Durham Bus company. Non-perishable food items and household items are requested, and Dillons Gift Cards are greatly appreciated, too!"What we need is non-perishable food items," Wray said. "We've got a list. It's canned vegetables and meats, boxed dinner helpers, granola bars, breakfast bars and cereal, snacks and crackers and rice, potato and pasta side dishes. Also, a lot of facial tissues, paper towels, toilet paper all that kind of things and then, cleaning supplies. We keep the shelter supplied with that kind of stuff pretty well through a lot of the year. It really makes a big difference. People are very generous."Wray isn't exactly sure why, but there are a lot of pressures on relationships these days."Domestic abuse never starts with money," Wray said. "It always starts with deeper problems there. I think there are a lot of things. I think inflation and those pressures have contributed to the pressures that create those kinds of abuse issues. We didn't realize it, but I think people were a little hesitant to go to a shelter during COVID, you know, when it was really a problem. We maybe didn't realize it at the time. Also, what is causing our shelter to be more full. People are staying longer, because the rents are so high. It's harder for us to get people into new housing. We've got landlords that work with us. They are wonderful, but, you know, as rents go up, that just means women who are in our shelter, who are looking for a new place to live, it costs more, so it's taking them longer."Where a typical stay used to be days or weeks, now it's taking about three months to get a permanent place for families to stay.The 24-7 crisis line is (620) 663-2522. The BrightHouse office line is (620) 665-3630.

Stuff the Bus is coming up Saturday

Glenn Brunkow, Pottawatomie County farmer and rancher

The annual meeting of Kansas Farm Bureau (KFB) is in Manhattan is coming the first weekend of December. I truly look forward to this meeting every year, and this one is no different. However, this year’s meeting will be a bit bittersweet as KFB’s President Rich Felts will ride off into the sunset and retirement. Our members will have the tough job of electing his replacement. President Felts has guided Kansas Farm Bureau for the past eight years with steady hand, a calm demeanor and an artful grace that has led to our organization reaching new heights. I have had the honor and privilege to a front-row seat at the board table. I consider Rich a friend and, more importantly, a mentor. I have watched as he has provided leadership and guidance on issues and made decisions that will affect our organization, our state and all of agriculture for years to come. I believe President Felts has left Kansas Farm Bureau in the best position we have ever been in and laid a foundation to ensure success in the future. Personally, I have been able to seek Rich’s wisdom and opinion on many things, and he has always been gracious and thoughtful. I have always taken heed of his advice, and I hope I can offer others the same leadership and experience. I am not sure I have ever been around someone as caring, dedicated, gracious or as empathetic as President Felts. He is truly the living example of servant leadership; I wish there were more leaders like him. You will never find anyone who cares more for Kansas Farm Bureau or agriculture. I wish everyone could know the hours and miles Rich has put into representing Kansas Farm Bureau. He has been the face of the organization; one we were proud to have representing farmers and ranchers. I doubt there is anyone who came in contact with Rich who was not better because of it. While I understand his decision to step down and spend more time with his wife, Shirley, and the rest of their family, I hope Rich knows how much all of us will miss him both as the head of Kansas Farm Bureau and as a person. I also know he will still be around and always just a phone call away, which is reassuring. I will also miss Shirley equally as much. If a greeting from Shirley can’t brighten your day, you are in bad shape. Her joy and happiness are always contagious. President Felts will leave a tremendous legacy in the organization and in its future. Generations will be able to make better decisions and advocate for our way of life because of his leadership and for that we will be forever grateful. I know this is not goodbye and we will still see each other, but not nearly enough. I also know that Rich will probably not be comfortable with all of this attention, and that is part of what makes him a truly amazing individual. Rich and Shirley, I hope you enjoy your well-deserved rest but please also know how much we all appreciate your dedication and sacrifice in the name of Kansas Farm Bureau and agriculture in general. We are all better for knowing you.

"Insight" is a weekly column published by Kansas Farm Bureau, the state's largest farm organization whose mission is to strengthen agriculture and the lives of Kansans through advocacy, education and service.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Glenn Brunkow, Pottawatomie County farmer and rancherThe annual meeting of Kansas Farm Bureau (KFB) is in Manhattan is coming the first weekend of December. I truly look forward to this meeting every year, and this one is no different. However, this year’s meeting will be a bit bittersweet as KFB’s President Rich Felts will ride off into the sunset and retirement. Our members will have the tough job of electing his replacement. President Felts has guided Kansas Farm Bureau for the past eight years with steady hand, a calm demeanor and an artful grace that has led to our organization reaching new heights. I have had the honor and privilege to a front-row seat at the board table. I consider Rich a friend and, more importantly, a mentor. I have watched as he has provided leadership and guidance on issues and made decisions that will affect our organization, our state and all of agriculture for years to come. I believe President Felts has left Kansas Farm Bureau in the best position we have ever been in and laid a foundation to ensure success in the future. Personally, I have been able to seek Rich’s wisdom and opinion on many things, and he has always been gracious and thoughtful. I have always taken heed of his advice, and I hope I can offer others the same leadership and experience. I am not sure I have ever been around someone as caring, dedicated, gracious or as empathetic as President Felts. He is truly the living example of servant leadership; I wish there were more leaders like him. You will never find anyone who cares more for Kansas Farm Bureau or agriculture. I wish everyone could know the hours and miles Rich has put into representing Kansas Farm Bureau. He has been the face of the organization; one we were proud to have representing farmers and ranchers. I doubt there is anyone who came in contact with Rich who was not better because of it. While I understand his decision to step down and spend more time with his wife, Shirley, and the rest of their family, I hope Rich knows how much all of us will miss him both as the head of Kansas Farm Bureau and as a person. I also know he will still be around and always just a phone call away, which is reassuring. I will also miss Shirley equally as much. If a greeting from Shirley can’t brighten your day, you are in bad shape. Her joy and happiness are always contagious. President Felts will leave a tremendous legacy in the organization and in its future. Generations will be able to make better decisions and advocate for our way of life because of his leadership and for that we will be forever grateful. I know this is not goodbye and we will still see each other, but not nearly enough. I also know that Rich will probably not be comfortable with all of this attention, and that is part of what makes him a truly amazing individual. Rich and Shirley, I hope you enjoy your well-deserved rest but please also know how much we all appreciate your dedication and sacrifice in the name of Kansas Farm Bureau and agriculture in general. We are all better for knowing you."Insight" is a weekly column published by Kansas Farm Bureau, the state's largest farm organization whose mission is to strengthen agriculture and the lives of Kansans through advocacy, education and service.&nbsp;Copyright © 2022 Kansas Farm Bureau, All rights reserved.<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;

Insight: A Rich Legacy

RENO COUNTY — A dog was killed in a Monday morning fire in Reno County.

Hutchinson and Buhler Fire were called out at 6:11 a.m. Monday to 910 North Obee Road. Fire was coming from the roof when crews arrived and they attacked from the outside until they could get enough water there to begin fighting on the inside of the home.

After that, the fire was quickly brought under control. No people were hurt in the fire.

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Dog killed in fire in Reno County Monday

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — David Foster with the Hutchinson YMCA said there is enough membership support to justify the expansion they are looking toward in the coming years.

"We've actually grown quite a bit, as far as our membership goes, from January through October," Foster said. "Right now, we have a little over 1900 units of membership. A unit could be a family of one or it could be a family of ten. We've got roughly 4100 total members at our YMCA."

The merger has helped the Hutchinson location be profitable following the pandemic.

"We're operating in the black this year, which is always a good thing," Foster said. "We'll just continue to build on that, thanks to our strong membership year we've had and our programs have gone really well, too. We're looking forward to that continuing as we move into 2023."

The hope is for the YMCA to be able to figure out the scope of any expansion sometime next year, as it will probably take a couple of years to raise money for whatever they decide to do.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — David Foster with the Hutchinson YMCA said there is enough membership support to justify the expansion they are looking toward in the coming years."We've actually grown quite a bit, as far as our membership goes, from January through October," Foster said. "Right now, we have a little over 1900 units of membership. A unit could be a family of one or it could be a family of ten. We've got roughly 4100 total members at our YMCA."The merger has helped the Hutchinson location be profitable following the pandemic."We're operating in the black this year, which is always a good thing," Foster said. "We'll just continue to build on that, thanks to our strong membership year we've had and our programs have gone really well, too. We're looking forward to that continuing as we move into 2023."The hope is for the YMCA to be able to figure out the scope of any expansion sometime next year, as it will probably take a couple of years to raise money for whatever they decide to do.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Hutchinson Y membership remains strong after Wichita merger

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Reno County Administrator Randy Partington said that keeping the information on what the county is doing flowing into the hands of the new members of the county commission as they start in January will be really important.

"I think that's what our job is as staff members, is to make sure that all the commissioners have the appropriate information, all the information they need to make a decision one way or the other," Partington said. "We don't want to sway them. We want to basically give them, here are your options, here's the facts, here's the data. Then, the politics, they make the decision that they feel is best for their constituents."

It will take awhile for the commissioners to get up to speed, especially with a majority of the body being new.

"I think it really takes six months to a year," Partington said. "I would say a year, just because of that learning curve and understanding the processes and then what goes to the county commission and what is just administrative. Kind of that understanding just takes awhile. I've met with all three of the new commissioners. I think they will all kind of hit the ground running and be eager to get the information. I'm happy to work with them."

The new commissioners are all Republicans, Randy Parks in District 1, Mark Reese in the new District 4 and Don Bogner in the new District 5. Ron Hirst and Daniel Friesen will remain on the body as they are in the middle of their terms.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Reno County Administrator Randy Partington said that keeping the information on what the county is doing flowing into the hands of the new members of the county commission as they start in January will be really important."I think that's what our job is as staff members, is to make sure that all the commissioners have the appropriate information, all the information they need to make a decision one way or the other," Partington said. "We don't want to sway them. We want to basically give them, here are your options, here's the facts, here's the data. Then, the politics, they make the decision that they feel is best for their constituents."It will take awhile for the commissioners to get up to speed, especially with a majority of the body being new."I think it really takes six months to a year," Partington said. "I would say a year, just because of that learning curve and understanding the processes and then what goes to the county commission and what is just administrative. Kind of that understanding just takes awhile. I've met with all three of the new commissioners. I think they will all kind of hit the ground running and be eager to get the information. I'm happy to work with them."The new commissioners are all Republicans, Randy Parks in District 1, Mark Reese in the new District 4 and Don Bogner in the new District 5. Ron Hirst and Daniel Friesen will remain on the body as they are in the middle of their terms.<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;

As commission expands, informing new members will be key

HARVEY COUNTY, Kan. — A wrong way driver from Wichita died in an accident just south of Newton on I-135 just after midnight Sunday.

According to the Kansas Highway Patrol, a 2012 Nissan Altima driven by 45-year-old Jeremy Sagerty of Wichita was traveling north in the southbound lanes of the highway when the Altima collided head-on with a 2021 Mercedes Sprinter driven by 50-year-old Christian Walker of San Francisco, California.&nbsp;

Sagerty was killed in the accident. Walker was taken to Wesley Medical Center in Wichita.

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 </figure>HARVEY COUNTY, Kan. — A wrong way driver from Wichita died in an accident just south of Newton on I-135 just after midnight Sunday.According to the Kansas Highway Patrol, a 2012 Nissan Altima driven by 45-year-old Jeremy Sagerty of Wichita was traveling north in the southbound lanes of the highway when the Altima collided head-on with a 2021 Mercedes Sprinter driven by 50-year-old Christian Walker of San Francisco, California.&nbsp;Sagerty was killed in the accident. Walker was taken to Wesley Medical Center in Wichita.<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;

Fatal accident in Harvey County Sunday morning kills Wichita man

Welcome to Hutch Post’s feature series "A Day in the Life." We've gone behind the scenes to see what "a day in the life" is like for some of Reno County's busiest shops, factories and businesses. We'll show the inner workings of facilities you may pass every day, to finally see what goes on inside. From boilers to donuts, join us as we learn how things are designed and produced right here in Reno County with "A Day in the Life." This series will be posted every other Sunday morning.

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — One of the more popular and unique small airplanes is the Cirrus. 

The small, single-engine airplane became a news headline when it became the first aircraft to sport its own parachute, which can bring the aircraft down if it becomes disabled and can’t glide or fly.

In Hutchinson, Wells Aircraft, Inc., is the area service center for the Cirrus as well as the service provider for the Hutchinson Airport.&nbsp;

Wells has been in business for more than 70 years in Hutchinson. There is a second location in Branson West, Missouri.&nbsp;

Wells also provides service for pilots, including a lounge and meeting room, while their clients are doing business in the area. 

That includes fueling and taking care of the aircraft. 

It also includes a contract with the military for fueling aircraft, including the numerous Army helicopters you see at the airport from time to time. The company also provides charter service if you have a trip for business or pleasure.&nbsp;

But it is the service and maintenance where Wells Aircraft excels. The company is the only Authorized Cirrus Service Center in the state of Kansas. Since 2008, Wells Aircraft has worked exclusively on Cirrus aircraft.

The service center is also stocked with genuine Cirrus parts provided directly from the factory. The company has an adjacent hangar to store aircraft out of the elements if needed.

The company also believes in taking care of its passengers and pilots with courtesy cars for short trips and catering for small groups. 

Pilots also have access to clean restrooms, a comfortable pilots lounge, wireless internet, fresh coffee, water, and a flight planning station equipped with a weather computer for any flight planning needs.

A Day in the Life is brought to you by: <a href="https://www.hutchchamber.com/">Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce</a> <a href="https://kincaidseedresearch.com/">Kincaid Manufacturing</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/jwmachineks">JW Machine</a> <a href="https://havensteel.com/">Haven Steel</a>

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 </figure>Welcome to Hutch Post’s feature series "A Day in the Life." We've gone behind the scenes to see what "a day in the life" is like for some of Reno County's busiest shops, factories and businesses. We'll show the inner workings of facilities you may pass every day, to finally see what goes on inside. From boilers to donuts, join us as we learn how things are designed and produced right here in Reno County with "A Day in the Life." This series will be posted every other Sunday morning.By ROD ZOOK Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — One of the more popular and unique small airplanes is the Cirrus. <div><div style="position:relative; overflow:hidden; padding-bottom:56.25%"><iframe src="https://cdn.jwplayer.com/players/1um4ZEeI-KcBmu4K3.html" width="100%" height="100%" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" title="Wells" style="position:absolute;" allowfullscreen></iframe></div></div>The small, single-engine airplane became a news headline when it became the first aircraft to sport its own parachute, which can bring the aircraft down if it becomes disabled and can’t glide or fly.<figure>
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 </figure>Wells has been in business for more than 70 years in Hutchinson. There is a second location in Branson West, Missouri.&nbsp;<figure>
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 </figure>But it is the service and maintenance where Wells Aircraft excels. The company is the only Authorized Cirrus Service Center in the state of Kansas. Since 2008, Wells Aircraft has worked exclusively on Cirrus aircraft.<figure>
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 </figure>The service center is also stocked with genuine Cirrus parts provided directly from the factory. The company has an adjacent hangar to store aircraft out of the elements if needed.<figure>
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 </figure>Pilots also have access to clean restrooms, a comfortable pilots lounge, wireless internet, fresh coffee, water, and a flight planning station equipped with a weather computer for any flight planning needs.A Day in the Life is brought to you by: <a href="https://www.hutchchamber.com/">Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce</a> <a href="https://kincaidseedresearch.com/">Kincaid Manufacturing</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/jwmachineks">JW Machine</a> <a href="https://havensteel.com/">Haven Steel</a><a href="https://hutchpost.com/category/a-day-in-the-life">CLICK HERE TO SEE THE FULL SERIES</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.

🎥 A Day In The Life: Wells Aircraft

NICK GOSNELL and CHARLES JOHNSTON Hutch Post

SOUTH HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Market South Hutch Business of the Month for October is Wichita Tractor. Manager Jesse McCullough is keeping the family tradition alive.

"I was kind of born into it," McCullough said. "My grandfather started the company back in 1971. Last year in December was our 50th year in business. We're going on 51 years this year. I kind of grew up in the shop as a technician, wrenching on things when I wasn't playing baseball throughout the years. Grew up a little bit, went to college and started selling for Dad in '09, doing the tractors and the Bad Boy Mowers down there in the Wichita platform. At that time we had owned a smaller dealership up here in Pleasantview for a matter of years. 2015 comes along and we approach Polaris for some off-road opportunities in the side-by-side world, which they granted us December of 2015. That, then prompted a new location, which we built here in South Hutch, moved the whole facility and all of our people over here and we've been growing ever since."

The South Hutch location deals mainly in the Polaris off road equipment and the Bad Boy mowers.

"The off road world, now that I manage the South Hutch store, is my bread and butter," McCullough said. "I eat, sleep and breathe everything this store does."

If you want an off-road vehicle, Wichita Tractor's South Hutch location is the place you can get it.

"Out of this store in South Hutch, we are the largest Polaris RZR dealership in this state and we are the second largest Ranger utility dealer in the state," McCullough said. "We're a pretty big volume mover out of this store."

The South Hutch store runs fairly lean with six employees and COVID forced them to run leaner on inventory for awhile than they did beforehand, but that is starting to swing back the other way.

"Pre-orders have kind of slowed down," McCullough said. "We're getting a lot more stocking inventory. You don't have to preorder and wait six months on the majority of it. We're now seeing a steady influx of stock stuff."

Parts availability for repairs depends a lot on the age of the vehicle.

"There are some challenging pieces where you get some age on a machine, ten plus years out, you can be pretty limited," McCullough said. "There are dealerships that will not work on anything that's ten plus years old, due to limited availability to get parts. That business is business we welcome, as we're not afraid to work on the older stuff."

The goal is not high pressure, but caring for customers and treating them as part of the family and that they are here for them.&nbsp;

Wichita Tractor's Polaris dealership is at 309 S Main St in South Hutchinson.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL and CHARLES JOHNSTON Hutch PostSOUTH HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Market South Hutch Business of the Month for October is Wichita Tractor. Manager Jesse McCullough is keeping the family tradition alive."I was kind of born into it," McCullough said. "My grandfather started the company back in 1971. Last year in December was our 50th year in business. We're going on 51 years this year. I kind of grew up in the shop as a technician, wrenching on things when I wasn't playing baseball throughout the years. Grew up a little bit, went to college and started selling for Dad in '09, doing the tractors and the Bad Boy Mowers down there in the Wichita platform. At that time we had owned a smaller dealership up here in Pleasantview for a matter of years. 2015 comes along and we approach Polaris for some off-road opportunities in the side-by-side world, which they granted us December of 2015. That, then prompted a new location, which we built here in South Hutch, moved the whole facility and all of our people over here and we've been growing ever since."<figure>
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 </figure>The South Hutch location deals mainly in the Polaris off road equipment and the Bad Boy mowers."The off road world, now that I manage the South Hutch store, is my bread and butter," McCullough said. "I eat, sleep and breathe everything this store does."If you want an off-road vehicle, Wichita Tractor's South Hutch location is the place you can get it."Out of this store in South Hutch, we are the largest Polaris RZR dealership in this state and we are the second largest Ranger utility dealer in the state," McCullough said. "We're a pretty big volume mover out of this store."The South Hutch store runs fairly lean with six employees and COVID forced them to run leaner on inventory for awhile than they did beforehand, but that is starting to swing back the other way."Pre-orders have kind of slowed down," McCullough said. "We're getting a lot more stocking inventory. You don't have to preorder and wait six months on the majority of it. We're now seeing a steady influx of stock stuff."Parts availability for repairs depends a lot on the age of the vehicle."There are some challenging pieces where you get some age on a machine, ten plus years out, you can be pretty limited," McCullough said. "There are dealerships that will not work on anything that's ten plus years old, due to limited availability to get parts. That business is business we welcome, as we're not afraid to work on the older stuff."The goal is not high pressure, but caring for customers and treating them as part of the family and that they are here for them.&nbsp;Wichita Tractor's Polaris dealership is at 309 S Main St in South Hutchinson.

Wichita Tractor in South Hutch is off road volume dealer

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Planning Commission will look at a rezoning request from&nbsp;Richardson Brothers Construction at its meeting on Tuesday.

The applicant is requesting a zone change of its property at 2400 Line Road from C-4 Special Commercial District to I-3 Heavy Industrial District. If approved, the applicant will then request a Special Use to allow Motor Vehicle Repair (Heavy) on the site. 

The subject property is generally located southwest of Blanchard Avenue and Line Road. The site is currently developed with a metal building and a storage yard.

According to Section 27-406 of the Zoning Regulations, Motor Vehicle Repair (Heavy) is allowed in the I-3 Heavy Industrial District with a Special Use.

The applicants plan to construct an addition to the east side of the existing building.&nbsp;Approval of the proposed Zoning Amendment and Special Use would bring the property back into zoning compliance and allow the expansion of the existing use.

The Hutchinson Planning Commission will meet Tuesday afternoon at 5:30 p.m. in the&nbsp;City Council Chamber at 125 E Avenue B.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Planning Commission will look at a rezoning request from&nbsp;Richardson Brothers Construction at its meeting on Tuesday.The applicant is requesting a zone change of its property at 2400 Line Road from C-4 Special Commercial District to I-3 Heavy Industrial District. If approved, the applicant will then request a Special Use to allow Motor Vehicle Repair (Heavy) on the site. The subject property is generally located southwest of Blanchard Avenue and Line Road. The site is currently developed with a metal building and a storage yard.According to Section 27-406 of the Zoning Regulations, Motor Vehicle Repair (Heavy) is allowed in the I-3 Heavy Industrial District with a Special Use.The applicants plan to construct an addition to the east side of the existing building.&nbsp;Approval of the proposed Zoning Amendment and Special Use would bring the property back into zoning compliance and allow the expansion of the existing use.The Hutchinson Planning Commission will meet Tuesday afternoon at 5:30 p.m. in the&nbsp;City Council Chamber at 125 E Avenue B.<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;&nbsp;

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MARION COUNTY, Kan. — Three women died in an accident in Marion County Friday afternoon. 

According to the Kansas Highway Patrol, a 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan driven by 52-year-old Charlotte Sue Cole of Moundridge was traveling north on K-256 when the van pulled out in front of a 2016 Ford Taurus going west on U.S. 56 just before 1:30 p.m. Friday.

The car hit the minivan on the passenger side and both vehicles came to rest in the north ditch.

Cole and a 19-year-old passenger in the minivan died, as well as a passenger in the Taurus, 85-year-old Wanda L. Richmond of Marion. The driver of the car, a 36-year-old woman from Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, suffered a non-life-threatening injury. A second passenger, a 58-year-old woman from Salina, was seriously injured.

All of the people involved were buckled up, according to the report.

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 </figure>MARION COUNTY, Kan. — Three women died in an accident in Marion County Friday afternoon. According to the Kansas Highway Patrol, a 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan driven by 52-year-old Charlotte Sue Cole of Moundridge was traveling north on K-256 when the van pulled out in front of a 2016 Ford Taurus going west on U.S. 56 just before 1:30 p.m. Friday.The car hit the minivan on the passenger side and both vehicles came to rest in the north ditch.Cole and a 19-year-old passenger in the minivan died, as well as a passenger in the Taurus, 85-year-old Wanda L. Richmond of Marion. The driver of the car, a 36-year-old woman from Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, suffered a non-life-threatening injury. A second passenger, a 58-year-old woman from Salina, was seriously injured.All of the people involved were buckled up, according to the report.<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; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Three killed in Marion County accident Friday

&nbsp;By JUDD WEIL&nbsp; Hutch Post

HUTCHINSON, Kan. —&nbsp;Meeting Santa Claus is a time-honored tradition for many families throughout the holiday season. Sometimes tracking him down can be a little difficult, he appears in so many places. 

To remedy that, Eagle Media reporters have compiled a small list to help parents track down where Old Saint Nick will be located in Hutchinson. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Santa pays attention to all children and wants to meet every child he can. Sometimes, however, meeting Santa can be a bit much. &nbsp;

That is why one of his first stops will be at <a href="https://ozchiroinhutch.com/" target="_blank">Oz Chiropractic</a> and <a href="https://clothedincompassion.org/" target="_blank">Clothed in Compassion</a> for <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/b5809d59-f4e1-4c57-9179-cfb717e0d8e7" target="_blank">Sensory and Santa</a> on Dec. 10.&nbsp;&nbsp;

For kids with disabilities accompanied with sensory issues, such as autism or social anxiety disorders, holiday activities, such as meeting Santa, can be a lot.&nbsp;&nbsp;

“We’ll have Santa. It’ll be a nice sensory opportunity for our kiddos who might otherwise not be super excited about engaging with Santa and so it’ll be nice and quiet, in a calm environment, that’ll adjust one family at a time,” Clothed in Compassion’s Dr. Megan Bartley, OTD, OTR/L, said. “We’ll also have ornament decorating, some snacks, and then some short activities they can do in the sensory gym to kind of experience what supports pediatric occupation therapy can offer families.”&nbsp; &nbsp;

Dr. Bartley explained that the places where one might normally see Santa Claus, such as malls or parades can be overwhelming for a variety of reasons, including loud sounds, bright lights, and places with a dense amount of people.&nbsp;

Sensory and Santa will take place from 10 a.m. to noon.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Both&nbsp;Oz Chiropractic and Clothed in Compassion&nbsp;are located at 1529 E. 30th Ave. &nbsp; &nbsp;

Santa’s second pre-Christmas Eve stop in Hutchinson,&nbsp;will be at <a href="https://www.bookendshutch.com/" target="_blank">Bookends</a> and <a href="https://www.splintersnrust.com/" target="_blank">Splinters-N-Rust DIY Workshop</a>&nbsp;on Dec. 15, where he will be joined by <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/5143850942382807/" target="_blank">Mrs. Claus, and special friend, Frosty the Snowman</a>. &nbsp;

On that, Third Thursday in downtown Hutchinson,&nbsp;families can bring kids for free photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus at Bookends, and Frosty the Snowman at Splinters-N-Rust.&nbsp;

The first 70 children will receive a holiday coloring book from Frosty the Snowman.

Additionally, the&nbsp;Hutchinson Mountain Dulcimer Players and Friends will also be inside Bookends performing holiday music.&nbsp;

Bookends is located at 123 N. Main Street and Splinters-N-Rust is located at 125 N. Main Street. &nbsp;

Santa’s next known stop will be at <a href="https://saltycycles.us/" target="_blank">Salty Cycles</a> for <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/813166559799279/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22surface%22%3A%22home%22%7D%2C%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22search_results%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22search%22%7D]%2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3Anull%7D" target="_blank">Harley Holidays</a> on Dec. 17, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. &nbsp;

Hot behind their part in the recently successful <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/cd53f1ba-977b-4665-b181-28042d88f1a5" target="_blank">Reno County Toy Run</a>, Salty Cycles continues to give this holiday season, by&nbsp;opening their doors to the community for an afternoon of merriment.&nbsp;

&nbsp; “What we really do, we bring in Mr. and Mrs. Claus, and there’s a photo opportunity for people to bring their kids down to have pictures taken with Mr. and Mrs. Claus,” said Scott Marshall, owner of Salty Cycles. “We usually do alternate setting. If they want to do it with a motorcycle, we do it with a motorcycle. If they want to do it traditional in the Santa chair on the backdrop, they do it that way too.”&nbsp;

Harley Holidays at Salty Cycles will also have free&nbsp;snacks and refreshments, as well as a few store specials, giveaways, and gift bags for the kids. &nbsp;

Salty Cycles is located 129 E. Sherman Street. &nbsp;

The last place, so far, on Eagle Media’s Santa appearance list, is at Memorial Hall on Dec. 17.&nbsp;

In addition to meeting Santa, kids and families will be able to gather and decorate hundreds of premade graham-cracker gingerbread houses.&nbsp;

Santa will arrive and take the stage, lit up and decorated for&nbsp;holiday photo opportunities. &nbsp;

Children can visit with him before or after they have&nbsp;decorated their&nbsp;gingerbread house.&nbsp;

“We'll have some new activities to add to this year's event, which are in the works,” said <a href="https://www.facebook.com/hutchinsonrecreationcommission" target="_blank">Hutch Rec</a> on their <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/698276058139942/" target="_blank">event page</a>. “So stay tuned.” &nbsp;

Memorial Hall is located at 101 S. Walnut Street. &nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp;By JUDD WEIL&nbsp; Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. —&nbsp;Meeting Santa Claus is a time-honored tradition for many families throughout the holiday season. Sometimes tracking him down can be a little difficult, he appears in so many places. To remedy that, Eagle Media reporters have compiled a small list to help parents track down where Old Saint Nick will be located in Hutchinson. &nbsp;&nbsp;Santa pays attention to all children and wants to meet every child he can. Sometimes, however, meeting Santa can be a bit much. &nbsp;That is why one of his first stops will be at <a href="https://ozchiroinhutch.com/" target="_blank">Oz Chiropractic</a> and <a href="https://clothedincompassion.org/" target="_blank">Clothed in Compassion</a> for <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/b5809d59-f4e1-4c57-9179-cfb717e0d8e7" target="_blank">Sensory and Santa</a> on Dec. 10.&nbsp;&nbsp;For kids with disabilities accompanied with sensory issues, such as autism or social anxiety disorders, holiday activities, such as meeting Santa, can be a lot.&nbsp;&nbsp;“We’ll have Santa. It’ll be a nice sensory opportunity for our kiddos who might otherwise not be super excited about engaging with Santa and so it’ll be nice and quiet, in a calm environment, that’ll adjust one family at a time,” Clothed in Compassion’s Dr. Megan Bartley, OTD, OTR/L, said. “We’ll also have ornament decorating, some snacks, and then some short activities they can do in the sensory gym to kind of experience what supports pediatric occupation therapy can offer families.”&nbsp; &nbsp;Dr. Bartley explained that the places where one might normally see Santa Claus, such as malls or parades can be overwhelming for a variety of reasons, including loud sounds, bright lights, and places with a dense amount of people.&nbsp;Sensory and Santa will take place from 10 a.m. to noon.&nbsp; &nbsp;Both&nbsp;Oz Chiropractic and Clothed in Compassion&nbsp;are located at 1529 E. 30th Ave. &nbsp; &nbsp;Santa’s second pre-Christmas Eve stop in Hutchinson,&nbsp;will be at <a href="https://www.bookendshutch.com/" target="_blank">Bookends</a> and <a href="https://www.splintersnrust.com/" target="_blank">Splinters-N-Rust DIY Workshop</a>&nbsp;on Dec. 15, where he will be joined by <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/5143850942382807/" target="_blank">Mrs. Claus, and special friend, Frosty the Snowman</a>. &nbsp;On that, Third Thursday in downtown Hutchinson,&nbsp;families can bring kids for free photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus at Bookends, and Frosty the Snowman at Splinters-N-Rust.&nbsp;The first 70 children will receive a holiday coloring book from Frosty the Snowman.Additionally, the&nbsp;Hutchinson Mountain Dulcimer Players and Friends will also be inside Bookends performing holiday music.&nbsp;Bookends is located at 123 N. Main Street and Splinters-N-Rust is located at 125 N. Main Street. &nbsp;Santa’s next known stop will be at <a href="https://saltycycles.us/" target="_blank">Salty Cycles</a> for <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/813166559799279/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22surface%22%3A%22home%22%7D%2C%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22search_results%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22search%22%7D]%2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3Anull%7D" target="_blank">Harley Holidays</a> on Dec. 17, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. &nbsp;Hot behind their part in the recently successful <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/cd53f1ba-977b-4665-b181-28042d88f1a5" target="_blank">Reno County Toy Run</a>, Salty Cycles continues to give this holiday season, by&nbsp;opening their doors to the community for an afternoon of merriment.&nbsp;&nbsp; “What we really do, we bring in Mr. and Mrs. Claus, and there’s a photo opportunity for people to bring their kids down to have pictures taken with Mr. and Mrs. Claus,” said Scott Marshall, owner of Salty Cycles. “We usually do alternate setting. If they want to do it with a motorcycle, we do it with a motorcycle. If they want to do it traditional in the Santa chair on the backdrop, they do it that way too.”&nbsp;Harley Holidays at Salty Cycles will also have free&nbsp;snacks and refreshments, as well as a few store specials, giveaways, and gift bags for the kids. &nbsp;Salty Cycles is located 129 E. Sherman Street. &nbsp;The last place, so far, on Eagle Media’s Santa appearance list, is at Memorial Hall on Dec. 17.&nbsp;In addition to meeting Santa, kids and families will be able to gather and decorate hundreds of premade graham-cracker gingerbread houses.&nbsp;Santa will arrive and take the stage, lit up and decorated for&nbsp;holiday photo opportunities. &nbsp;Children can visit with him before or after they have&nbsp;decorated their&nbsp;gingerbread house.&nbsp;“We'll have some new activities to add to this year's event, which are in the works,” said <a href="https://www.facebook.com/hutchinsonrecreationcommission" target="_blank">Hutch Rec</a> on their <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/698276058139942/" target="_blank">event page</a>. “So stay tuned.” &nbsp;Memorial Hall is located at 101 S. Walnut Street. &nbsp;<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; &nbsp;

Santa Claus appearing all over Hutchinson

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Reno County Administrator Randy Partington said that consumable resources are taking a bite into the county budget.

"Asphalt road work, we actually did fewer miles this year than planned, because of inflation, which will have a lasting impact for future years," Partington said. "The same thing may happen next year. Gasoline is another one that's really hurting us this year. The sheriff's office, their budget is pretty tight, but a lot of it is fuel."

The Sheriff's Office has been trying to mitigate this a bit with the use of hybrid vehicles, where it makes sense.

"Public safety, having law enforcement out on the streets, we're the third largest county in size, so it is very important for the Sheriff's Office to continue to operate," Partington said. "We have some hybrids, the Ford Interceptors, look like Explorers, so we do have a few of those out on the road, but we also have the traditional gas models."

The decision on which way to go with vehicles when purchase time comes is a complicated one.

"We're looking at all options for fuel efficiency and what we can do to, I guess, keep the costs contained for the citizens. The most recent order that we're looking for on patrol vehicles are not hybrids. Part of that is cost. Cost of vehicles, as that cost goes up and hybrids are more, we have to choose wisely as to how we spend those funds."

The hope is to be able to hold the line on the mill levy, but the impacts of inflation on the 2023 budget as a whole will definitely be a topic of discussion for the new five member commission when they are installed in January.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Reno County Administrator Randy Partington said that consumable resources are taking a bite into the county budget."Asphalt road work, we actually did fewer miles this year than planned, because of inflation, which will have a lasting impact for future years," Partington said. "The same thing may happen next year. Gasoline is another one that's really hurting us this year. The sheriff's office, their budget is pretty tight, but a lot of it is fuel."The Sheriff's Office has been trying to mitigate this a bit with the use of hybrid vehicles, where it makes sense."Public safety, having law enforcement out on the streets, we're the third largest county in size, so it is very important for the Sheriff's Office to continue to operate," Partington said. "We have some hybrids, the Ford Interceptors, look like Explorers, so we do have a few of those out on the road, but we also have the traditional gas models."The decision on which way to go with vehicles when purchase time comes is a complicated one."We're looking at all options for fuel efficiency and what we can do to, I guess, keep the costs contained for the citizens. The most recent order that we're looking for on patrol vehicles are not hybrids. Part of that is cost. Cost of vehicles, as that cost goes up and hybrids are more, we have to choose wisely as to how we spend those funds."The hope is to be able to hold the line on the mill levy, but the impacts of inflation on the 2023 budget as a whole will definitely be a topic of discussion for the new five member commission when they are installed in January.<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; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Partington: Prices of consumables having negative effect on budget

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Shawn Steward with AAA Kansas notes that gas prices are a little higher on average statewide this year than last at $3.20 a gallon as of Friday.

"A year ago, we were at $3.07 a gallon," Steward said. "Slightly up, but when you think about it, it's not a huge increase and shouldn't have a major impact on most people's plans to drive."

Central Kansas counties are below average and a lot closer to the 2021 number with Reno County at $3.10 and Harvey County at $3.07. McPherson County is at $3.13 and Sedgwick is at $3.04. The highest county average is Morton County at $3.72 with the lowest in Crawford County at $3.00.

&nbsp;"We're usually one of the lowest in the country, which is nice to have," Steward said. "The lower plains, basically from here to Texas and then the southeast U.S. across to South Carolina, those regions have the cheapest prices in gas across the country right now."

Gas prices traditionally drop as winter approaches, with the exception of holiday periods, due to reduced demand.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Shawn Steward with AAA Kansas notes that gas prices are a little higher on average statewide this year than last at $3.20 a gallon as of Friday."A year ago, we were at $3.07 a gallon," Steward said. "Slightly up, but when you think about it, it's not a huge increase and shouldn't have a major impact on most people's plans to drive."Central Kansas counties are below average and a lot closer to the 2021 number with Reno County at $3.10 and Harvey County at $3.07. McPherson County is at $3.13 and Sedgwick is at $3.04. The highest county average is Morton County at $3.72 with the lowest in Crawford County at $3.00.&nbsp;"We're usually one of the lowest in the country, which is nice to have," Steward said. "The lower plains, basically from here to Texas and then the southeast U.S. across to South Carolina, those regions have the cheapest prices in gas across the country right now."Gas prices traditionally drop as winter approaches, with the exception of holiday periods, due to reduced demand.<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; &nbsp;&nbsp;

AAA: Gas prices remain volatile into holiday season

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — As Blue Dragon fans make their plans for the NJCAA National Semifinal football game to be held Saturday Dec. 3 at Gowans Stadium at 2 p.m., it's important to note that they will need to go through the national office to get their tickets.

"<a href="https://www.njcaa.org/tickets">The links and stuff are already up for the semifinal game</a>," Gooch said. "It's $15 advance or $18 at the gate, so you can catch a little break by purchasing your ticket ahead of time. All seating is general admission. There's no reserved seating. For those that have bought reserved seating, my recommendation is to get in line early, walk in and go sit in the seats that you normally have."

It's a matchup between two Kansas teams, so as long as the weather is good, the crowd should be good, too.

"All the money that the NJCAA makes off the semifinal games goes into a pool to offset the costs of the teams that have to travel," Gooch said. "Coffeyville, which isn't a large travel, it will help offset the cost of their travel. Iowa Western is playing NW Mississippi in the other semifinal. Iowa Western has quite a bit bigger travel. It will cost them a pretty penny to travel."

The winners of the semifinal matchups will go to Arkansas for the championship game on Wednesday, December 14.

"It's Wednesday, December 14 at War Memorial Stadium in Little Rock, Arkansas," Gooch said. "That's the same site where we won our first national championship a couple years back. We would leave early, a couple days early. I think there's a banquet tied to the game. It's an 8 p.m. kickoff. It will be on ESPNU."

Hutchinson came out on top 14-9 in their meeting with the Red Ravens in Coffeyville on Sept. 24.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — As Blue Dragon fans make their plans for the NJCAA National Semifinal football game to be held Saturday Dec. 3 at Gowans Stadium at 2 p.m., it's important to note that they will need to go through the national office to get their tickets."<a href="https://www.njcaa.org/tickets">The links and stuff are already up for the semifinal game</a>," Gooch said. "It's $15 advance or $18 at the gate, so you can catch a little break by purchasing your ticket ahead of time. All seating is general admission. There's no reserved seating. For those that have bought reserved seating, my recommendation is to get in line early, walk in and go sit in the seats that you normally have."It's a matchup between two Kansas teams, so as long as the weather is good, the crowd should be good, too."All the money that the NJCAA makes off the semifinal games goes into a pool to offset the costs of the teams that have to travel," Gooch said. "Coffeyville, which isn't a large travel, it will help offset the cost of their travel. Iowa Western is playing NW Mississippi in the other semifinal. Iowa Western has quite a bit bigger travel. It will cost them a pretty penny to travel."The winners of the semifinal matchups will go to Arkansas for the championship game on Wednesday, December 14."It's Wednesday, December 14 at War Memorial Stadium in Little Rock, Arkansas," Gooch said. "That's the same site where we won our first national championship a couple years back. We would leave early, a couple days early. I think there's a banquet tied to the game. It's an 8 p.m. kickoff. It will be on ESPNU."Hutchinson came out on top 14-9 in their meeting with the Red Ravens in Coffeyville on Sept. 24.<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; &nbsp;&nbsp;

🏈 Gooch: National Semifinal using NJCAA ticketing platform

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Kansas First District Congressman Tracey Mann sees the designation of the Northern Distinct Population Segment of the lesser prairie-chicken as a threatened species under the Endangered Species Act as about more than just that bird.

"The&nbsp;lesser prairie-chicken lives in areas from really western Kansas, eastern Colorado, down through the Oklahoma and Texas panhandle into New Mexico," Mann said. "At the end of the day though, this is a proxy war against our oil and gas producers and against agriculture as we know it. We've been fighting this thing tooth and nail and we will continue to. It was very disappointing to hear that news from the Biden Administration."

The point is that drilling projects like the one currently ongoing in Pratt County would be much more difficult to execute with the additional regulation that comes with the lesser&nbsp;prairie-chicken designation.

"It's a little farther west from there, but let's just say that same company was doing that in Scott County, or you know, in Finney County, or one of our Kansas Independent Oil and Gas producers, if they want to drill a well, once this goes into effect, it's more paperwork," Mann said. "More fees to pay, more hoops to jump through, more people that can say no. We ought to be making it easier for our domestic oil and gas producers to do what they do best. With record high gas prices and with this war on fossil fuels that we're in, which makes absolutely no sense to me, let's make it easier for our ag producers and let's make it easier for our oil and gas producers."&nbsp; &nbsp;

Mann is also a co-sponsor of&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001VWEg0Kw2bG5hQYHKAJspPMH2uHtU-kKxtHOALRNc-oTuRacEYLudgFhQqewuaa24tdnXHaDJlldasQrMo2dvo7KWUxQdc9FwbMZdV7ImmiDYbN2sIhXs8HDmdJzLAFVBJ-qpnPos7-S1KftmL1kNlaBJXNuY6KZzG9APeKZBoAZ-YSTHCmgGEIY6ecxTzI3nTUQQmaVkIghXRvIMFlPDCyJww_jbR49krO4B-Ye4FmrBg0MUxl_G6EXnhSXqzQs0wrNZrZvPmoYLKR_Ms1JMUqJfIo1XoMNMGdQyCjwKOan3Jr8DWm5chFeEGmHHCcNqlpOQ60c8lzAL1DdnjiTBUEaFpjtFQMRiyCozlYy2D8_aR4VV1ScyxVecvEw0fgGhBozsryNCcC1XICU5KILl_fHWJIWR0OJEdeS8xOgRyrQMEuocZsViqzrAl80MgQ_tx-7cWx18UAiY2QPoMOhZidVojUE69Z2V&amp;c=CJXWYRFfN9TIlUfwvA0GxRRFCr-F3-ARWdE_M34-FgfgTaR7DAOl_g==&amp;ch=qS20CUInLDrNviAxg5hqD82vDqvNW06wmFOc1C0FKu-RVuh5d84IsA==" target="_blank">H.R. 4370, the Listing Reform Act</a>&nbsp;which would prohibit the Department of Interior from using any federal funding to list the Lesser Prairie-Chicken on the endangered species list.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Kansas First District Congressman Tracey Mann sees the designation of the Northern Distinct Population Segment of the lesser prairie-chicken as a threatened species under the Endangered Species Act as about more than just that bird."The&nbsp;lesser prairie-chicken lives in areas from really western Kansas, eastern Colorado, down through the Oklahoma and Texas panhandle into New Mexico," Mann said. "At the end of the day though, this is a proxy war against our oil and gas producers and against agriculture as we know it. We've been fighting this thing tooth and nail and we will continue to. It was very disappointing to hear that news from the Biden Administration."The point is that drilling projects like the one currently ongoing in Pratt County would be much more difficult to execute with the additional regulation that comes with the lesser&nbsp;prairie-chicken designation."It's a little farther west from there, but let's just say that same company was doing that in Scott County, or you know, in Finney County, or one of our Kansas Independent Oil and Gas producers, if they want to drill a well, once this goes into effect, it's more paperwork," Mann said. "More fees to pay, more hoops to jump through, more people that can say no. We ought to be making it easier for our domestic oil and gas producers to do what they do best. With record high gas prices and with this war on fossil fuels that we're in, which makes absolutely no sense to me, let's make it easier for our ag producers and let's make it easier for our oil and gas producers."&nbsp; &nbsp;Mann is also a co-sponsor of&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001VWEg0Kw2bG5hQYHKAJspPMH2uHtU-kKxtHOALRNc-oTuRacEYLudgFhQqewuaa24tdnXHaDJlldasQrMo2dvo7KWUxQdc9FwbMZdV7ImmiDYbN2sIhXs8HDmdJzLAFVBJ-qpnPos7-S1KftmL1kNlaBJXNuY6KZzG9APeKZBoAZ-YSTHCmgGEIY6ecxTzI3nTUQQmaVkIghXRvIMFlPDCyJww_jbR49krO4B-Ye4FmrBg0MUxl_G6EXnhSXqzQs0wrNZrZvPmoYLKR_Ms1JMUqJfIo1XoMNMGdQyCjwKOan3Jr8DWm5chFeEGmHHCcNqlpOQ60c8lzAL1DdnjiTBUEaFpjtFQMRiyCozlYy2D8_aR4VV1ScyxVecvEw0fgGhBozsryNCcC1XICU5KILl_fHWJIWR0OJEdeS8xOgRyrQMEuocZsViqzrAl80MgQ_tx-7cWx18UAiY2QPoMOhZidVojUE69Z2V&amp;c=CJXWYRFfN9TIlUfwvA0GxRRFCr-F3-ARWdE_M34-FgfgTaR7DAOl_g==&amp;ch=qS20CUInLDrNviAxg5hqD82vDqvNW06wmFOc1C0FKu-RVuh5d84IsA==" target="_blank">H.R. 4370, the Listing Reform Act</a>&nbsp;which would prohibit the Department of Interior from using any federal funding to list the Lesser Prairie-Chicken on the endangered species list.&nbsp;&nbsp;<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; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Mann sees lesser prairie-chicken designation as 'proxy war'

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Two people were taken to the hospital on Thanksgiving just before noon after an accident at US-50 and Buhler Road.

According to the Kansas Highway Patrol, a 2017 Toyota Corolla was southbound on Buhler Road and failed to yield the right of way at the posted stop sign at US-50 and was struck by an eastbound 2004 Chevy Tahoe.

The driver of the Corolla, 71-year-old Claire E. Gadberry and his passenger, 37-year-old Eva M. Gadberry were checked out for possible injuries, with the younger Gadberry taken to Hutchinson Regional. 

The driver of the Tahoe, 43-year-old Abbie M. Capps was also taken to the hospital with possible injuries.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Two people were taken to the hospital on Thanksgiving just before noon after an accident at US-50 and Buhler Road.According to the Kansas Highway Patrol, a 2017 Toyota Corolla was southbound on Buhler Road and failed to yield the right of way at the posted stop sign at US-50 and was struck by an eastbound 2004 Chevy Tahoe.The driver of the Corolla, 71-year-old Claire E. Gadberry and his passenger, 37-year-old Eva M. Gadberry were checked out for possible injuries, with the younger Gadberry taken to Hutchinson Regional. The driver of the Tahoe, 43-year-old Abbie M. Capps was also taken to the hospital with possible injuries.

Accident on Thanksgiving sends two to hospital

NEWTON, Kan. — At Tuesday’s meeting, the Newton City Commission approved final plans for the new Newton Public Library and moved ahead toward construction.

According to city manager Kelly McElroy, the new library will be 25,000 square feet on the east end of Military Park, with a new parking lot on the northwest side of the new building. After construction of the new building, the library contents will be moved into the new building and the old building will be demolished. A large green space will be created west of the building in the park. The 1880 train engine will remain in its current location.

The new library will have a drive-up book drop-off, glass-walled study rooms, large meeting rooms, young adult space with gaming area, separate space for children’s book collections and programs, technology areas, family restrooms, outdoor seating space and more.

The project cost estimate including design and construction is $10.7 million. The City has committed to fund $4.5 million toward the project, and the Library Board has pledged provide $1.2 million in cash if needed to cover budget shortfalls once final bids are received. This is in addition to the board’s original commitment of $1.3 million spread out over the life of the 20-year bonds.

A volunteer fundraising committee so far has raised $3,267,454.40 in private funds for the project. Over $1.4 million came from foundations, businesses or organizations, and $100,000 was donated by the City of North Newton. About $1.8 million was from individual donors. There are still additional donation requests on the table, and the committee continues to raise more funds. The committee is led by co-chairs Angela Becker and Ann Adrian and Library Director Cari Cusick in partnership with fundraising consultant Swanson House.

The Commission set a bid date of 11 a.m. Dec. 21. Construction is expected to begin in the first quarter of next year.

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 </figure>NEWTON, Kan. — At Tuesday’s meeting, the Newton City Commission approved final plans for the new Newton Public Library and moved ahead toward construction.According to city manager Kelly McElroy, the new library will be 25,000 square feet on the east end of Military Park, with a new parking lot on the northwest side of the new building. After construction of the new building, the library contents will be moved into the new building and the old building will be demolished. A large green space will be created west of the building in the park. The 1880 train engine will remain in its current location.The new library will have a drive-up book drop-off, glass-walled study rooms, large meeting rooms, young adult space with gaming area, separate space for children’s book collections and programs, technology areas, family restrooms, outdoor seating space and more.The project cost estimate including design and construction is $10.7 million. The City has committed to fund $4.5 million toward the project, and the Library Board has pledged provide $1.2 million in cash if needed to cover budget shortfalls once final bids are received. This is in addition to the board’s original commitment of $1.3 million spread out over the life of the 20-year bonds.A volunteer fundraising committee so far has raised $3,267,454.40 in private funds for the project. Over $1.4 million came from foundations, businesses or organizations, and $100,000 was donated by the City of North Newton. About $1.8 million was from individual donors. There are still additional donation requests on the table, and the committee continues to raise more funds. The committee is led by co-chairs Angela Becker and Ann Adrian and Library Director Cari Cusick in partnership with fundraising consultant Swanson House.The Commission set a bid date of 11 a.m. Dec. 21. Construction is expected to begin in the first quarter of next year.<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; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Plans approved for new Newton Public Library

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The holiday season is in full swing and so is the Downtown Hutch Holiday Window Decorating Contest. 

Head Downtown this holiday season to vote for your favorite holiday window. You can vote daily <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeyVCs_aK5Qp_6A78mWk2J7PVyxD5tfafjNB27ebduALXYWrQ/viewform?fbclid=IwAR2TL6yIHN10HDZuOWhqv859PoR15fnoeT8r3cG1FBepgbILANTRg7_hHj4">online</a>.

The winner will be announced on December 3rd Thursday live on the Downtown Hutch Facebook page.&nbsp; 

Cast a vote and you could win H-bucks for participating. 

<a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeyVCs_aK5Qp_6A78mWk2J7PVyxD5tfafjNB27ebduALXYWrQ/viewform?fbclid=IwAR2TL6yIHN10HDZuOWhqv859PoR15fnoeT8r3cG1FBepgbILANTRg7_hHj4">Check out all the info on participants and cast your vote</a>.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The holiday season is in full swing and so is the Downtown Hutch Holiday Window Decorating Contest. Head Downtown this holiday season to vote for your favorite holiday window. You can vote daily <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeyVCs_aK5Qp_6A78mWk2J7PVyxD5tfafjNB27ebduALXYWrQ/viewform?fbclid=IwAR2TL6yIHN10HDZuOWhqv859PoR15fnoeT8r3cG1FBepgbILANTRg7_hHj4">online</a>. The winner will be announced on December 3rd Thursday live on the Downtown Hutch Facebook page.&nbsp; Cast a vote and you could win H-bucks for participating. <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeyVCs_aK5Qp_6A78mWk2J7PVyxD5tfafjNB27ebduALXYWrQ/viewform?fbclid=IwAR2TL6yIHN10HDZuOWhqv859PoR15fnoeT8r3cG1FBepgbILANTRg7_hHj4">Check out all the info on participants and cast your vote</a>.

Vote online for the Downtown Hutch Holiday Window Decorating Contest

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — On November 28th, Elite Pro Services will begin installing a new fire line at 10 South Main St. in Hutchinson. 

This project will require closing Main Street to through traffic from Avenue A to Sherman. Parking will be open and accessible to traffic within the block, but traffic will not be able to cross the work zone at 10 South Main. 

The fire line installation and street repair (including concrete cure time) will be complete by the end of the day on December 9th.

For more information call Public Works at 620-694-1900.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — On November 28th, Elite Pro Services will begin installing a new fire line at 10 South Main St. in Hutchinson. This project will require closing Main Street to through traffic from Avenue A to Sherman. Parking will be open and accessible to traffic within the block, but traffic will not be able to cross the work zone at 10 South Main. The fire line installation and street repair (including concrete cure time) will be complete by the end of the day on December 9th.For more information call Public Works at 620-694-1900.<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;&nbsp;

Project after holiday will close South Main

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — On Sunday, November 27, 2022, over 1,800 museum stores representing all fifty states, 24 countries, and five continents will offer shopping at museums and cultural institutions. 

The Cosmosphere Gift Store will participate and join museum stores worldwide by offering quality gifts filled with inspiration and educational value.

Sunday, November 27, there is a special discount at the Cosmosphere gift store. Just show the offer on your phone to staff when checking out.

You can receive 25% off in the Cosmosphere Gift Store in-store and online on Sunday only (Online code: MSS22)

Receive 25% off in the Cosmosphere Café Receive 25% off a Hall of Space Museum admission

Also, November 25-December 24, you can receive a FREE gift with a $25.00 purchase in person at the Cosmosphere Gift Store, while supplies last.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — On Sunday, November 27, 2022, over 1,800 museum stores representing all fifty states, 24 countries, and five continents will offer shopping at museums and cultural institutions. The Cosmosphere Gift Store will participate and join museum stores worldwide by offering quality gifts filled with inspiration and educational value.Sunday, November 27, there is a special discount at the Cosmosphere gift store. Just show the offer on your phone to staff when checking out.You can receive 25% off in the Cosmosphere Gift Store in-store and online on Sunday only (Online code: MSS22) Receive 25% off in the Cosmosphere Café Receive 25% off a Hall of Space Museum admissionAlso, November 25-December 24, you can receive a FREE gift with a $25.00 purchase in person at the Cosmosphere Gift Store, while supplies last.Cosmosphere is also a drop-off location for Toys for Tots. You can drop off your new, unwrapped toys at the Cosmosphere Gift Store now through the holiday season.If you can't make it in person, check them out online at&nbsp;<a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fshop.cosmo.org%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR0pDeULVQk64P3B5QbN5I94E1TyI97cjp38lFZJ-jYmNbdLbB55Q0a-cjs&amp;h=AT2GMwqtKh-eNn9enIwimXQtONRUilJuQDamEDxR6GnY6EKNqVy0JxumEglmIHKu1IlToiMtQruepLgoazvC_0tsAeS8TU78XfCHJsu1fzvlnhQsXAdb93YUART8hzQ1pw&amp;__tn__=q&amp;c[0]=AT3GnNbma50JdamcYa7p3BGhzRUPqdzyjdT5JkhTPHFlShVs7ypuQGBff29puoNtxztnxfYX84WAnfpI5Nm1zEns-0HZAUlSHsTjR-7dt9S9R0GKiU_k8azjLxLbOpHtjzdJVGnllPJgr7y0_XzhNHiOms6y" target="_blank">shop.cosmo.org</a>. For more information on Museum Store Sunday, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.museumstoresunday.org%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR3r01ELV7q0z_BRdIWoZ51qYwoVfBrNZ_cjPaIOA2_9PuNV-yOIOLGj3bo&amp;h=AT0bmzEs-tLHlnKUGeZ9nKjMzTOLDuHXGrEft9ns7duoqmzmnO7FBxL_pob1kmVBqxSpm4M7XHm8PzxZ4lEA-RBcPbo5Hhio2rgDb_gpEQ8xambRk6m10aJs8q6Ae4_lOg&amp;__tn__=q&amp;c[0]=AT3GnNbma50JdamcYa7p3BGhzRUPqdzyjdT5JkhTPHFlShVs7ypuQGBff29puoNtxztnxfYX84WAnfpI5Nm1zEns-0HZAUlSHsTjR-7dt9S9R0GKiU_k8azjLxLbOpHtjzdJVGnllPJgr7y0_XzhNHiOms6y" target="_blank">www.museumstoresunday.org</a><a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.museumstoresunday.org%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR3r01ELV7q0z_BRdIWoZ51qYwoVfBrNZ_cjPaIOA2_9PuNV-yOIOLGj3bo&amp;h=AT0bmzEs-tLHlnKUGeZ9nKjMzTOLDuHXGrEft9ns7duoqmzmnO7FBxL_pob1kmVBqxSpm4M7XHm8PzxZ4lEA-RBcPbo5Hhio2rgDb_gpEQ8xambRk6m10aJs8q6Ae4_lOg&amp;__tn__=q&amp;c[0]=AT3GnNbma50JdamcYa7p3BGhzRUPqdzyjdT5JkhTPHFlShVs7ypuQGBff29puoNtxztnxfYX84WAnfpI5Nm1zEns-0HZAUlSHsTjR-7dt9S9R0GKiU_k8azjLxLbOpHtjzdJVGnllPJgr7y0_XzhNHiOms6y" target="_blank"></a>The discount does not include shipping. Some exclusions apply. 25% off discount does not include clearance items.<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; &nbsp;&nbsp;

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