HUTCHINSON, Kan. —&nbsp;<a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/f2082b6f-34b7-4097-a926-b87581e9f60a">Friday is the celebration of the Hutchinson Public Library's 60th Anniversary as a&nbsp;Federal Depository Library</a>.

The 60th anniversary celebration will have cake from Holly's Sweet Treats in Hutchinson, ice cream, and more activities.

Additionally, there will also be a historic photo display featuring the library and Downtown Hutchinson from the Reno County Museum. 

Dillon Nature Center and the Cosmosphere will also be part of the celebration with activities and information inside the library on the second floor. 

Live music from the Hutchinson Mountain Dulcimers will be in the Kansas Room.

Whether you are researching Congressional reports, Supreme Court decisions, Kansas laws, election results, fiscal budgets, consumer information, or NASA projects, you will find helpful information in the documents collection at the Hutchinson Public Library.&nbsp;

Most items can be checked out for a three-week period and there is no charge to access federal depository information.&nbsp;

The anniversary celebration will take place from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. The Hutchinson Public Library is located at 901 North Main St.&nbsp;

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. —&nbsp;<a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/f2082b6f-34b7-4097-a926-b87581e9f60a">Friday is the celebration of the Hutchinson Public Library's 60th Anniversary as a&nbsp;Federal Depository Library</a>.The 60th anniversary celebration will have cake from Holly's Sweet Treats in Hutchinson, ice cream, and more activities.Additionally, there will also be a historic photo display featuring the library and Downtown Hutchinson from the Reno County Museum. Dillon Nature Center and the Cosmosphere will also be part of the celebration with activities and information inside the library on the second floor. Live music from the Hutchinson Mountain Dulcimers will be in the Kansas Room.Whether you are researching Congressional reports, Supreme Court decisions, Kansas laws, election results, fiscal budgets, consumer information, or NASA projects, you will find helpful information in the documents collection at the Hutchinson Public Library.&nbsp;Most items can be checked out for a three-week period and there is no charge to access federal depository information.&nbsp;The anniversary celebration will take place from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. The Hutchinson Public Library is located at 901 North Main St.&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;

Reminder: Anniversary Celebration at Library Friday

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — For Kara Vaughn, a college student and substitute art teacher at HMS-7 in Hutchinson, she is still amazed at how her art has become something that has gone from the sidewalk to the world.

"I started on TikTok just for fun with 400 followers," Vaughn said. "Once that video took off, I'm now sitting at almost half a million followers on TikTok. In light of a conversation that I had with my landlord's wife, she mentioned that she didn't see any chalk art throughout town. It inspired me to ask TikTok if I should organize a Chalk The Town event in my area to bring the community together and to make a positive of the situation."

The Chalk The Town Scavenger Hunt will be going on Sunday, July 2 in Carey Park from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

"Families will get to go to different locations on the map and get a passport stamp on a piece of paper that spells out the word CHALK," Vaughn said. Then they'll get to exchange that for prizes at the end."

There will be food vendors and music at the Hutchinson Zoo from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.&nbsp;

Artists can check in at each of the sites from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. after 2 p.m., check in will be at the Zoo only.

Vaughn will be doing chalk demonstrations at each of the three entrance sites, on Carey Park Blvd at 10 a.m. at the Zoo at 2 p.m. and on Plum Street at 5 p.m.

Prize Drawings will take place at the zoo at 6 p.m. for those who have gone to the five sites to have their card filled out. Vaughn wants to get the community involved in bringing beauty to town, even if it is temporary.

"I did it with my students," Vaughn said. "I also run a gaming club, so I love characters and things like that. That's what inspired me to go ahead and start doing chalk art on my own and test the skills and see how much I could develop it, in that sense."

Vaughn now does most of her video work where she has been asked to chalk or at her parents and not in any of the areas where her landlord has asked her not to.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — For Kara Vaughn, a college student and substitute art teacher at HMS-7 in Hutchinson, she is still amazed at how her art has become something that has gone from the sidewalk to the world."I started on TikTok just for fun with 400 followers," Vaughn said. "Once that video took off, I'm now sitting at almost half a million followers on TikTok. In light of a conversation that I had with my landlord's wife, she mentioned that she didn't see any chalk art throughout town. It inspired me to ask TikTok if I should organize a Chalk The Town event in my area to bring the community together and to make a positive of the situation."The Chalk The Town Scavenger Hunt will be going on Sunday, July 2 in Carey Park from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m."Families will get to go to different locations on the map and get a passport stamp on a piece of paper that spells out the word CHALK," Vaughn said. Then they'll get to exchange that for prizes at the end."There will be food vendors and music at the Hutchinson Zoo from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.&nbsp; Artists can check in at each of the sites from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. after 2 p.m., check in will be at the Zoo only.Vaughn will be doing chalk demonstrations at each of the three entrance sites, on Carey Park Blvd at 10 a.m. at the Zoo at 2 p.m. and on Plum Street at 5 p.m.Prize Drawings will take place at the zoo at 6 p.m. for those who have gone to the five sites to have their card filled out. Vaughn wants to get the community involved in bringing beauty to town, even if it is temporary."I did it with my students," Vaughn said. "I also run a gaming club, so I love characters and things like that. That's what inspired me to go ahead and start doing chalk art on my own and test the skills and see how much I could develop it, in that sense."Vaughn now does most of her video work where she has been asked to chalk or at her parents and not in any of the areas where her landlord has asked her not to.<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;

Viral artist invites Hutchinson to Chalk The Town this weekend

RENO COUNTY, Kan. —&nbsp;The Reno County Commission passed a new fireworks resolution 2023-12, repealing the former one 2012-30, during their meeting Tuesday, June 27. 

At the last joint city/county meeting with the City of Hutchinson, Commissioner Randy Parks suggested both bodies consider reviewing their fireworks policies. 

The City of Hutchinson will now allow consumer fireworks during the 4th of July Holiday. The&nbsp; resolution that was passed adopts the same policy as Hutchinson for unincorporated areas of Reno County. The resolution keeps in place other county fireworks policies.

Fireworks can be used in the City of Hutchinson and unincorporated areas of Reno County from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. on June 30 through July 4. Fireworks emitting a shower of sparks more than six feet are now allowed under the amended county resolution. The new resolution keeps in place the ban on bottle rockets and aerial luminaries.

A link to the resolution can be found <a href="https://www.renogov.org/DocumentCenter/View/101/FireworksRes?bidId=">here</a>.&nbsp;

During the county commission meeting, Megan Davidson, Director of Reno County Solid Waste, reminded citizens how important it is to safely dispose of fireworks.

Five steps to safely dispose of fireworks are:

1. Allow fireworks to cool for one hour before handling.

2. Fill an appropriately sized trash can halfway up with water.

3. After one hour, place all used fireworks, including duds and sparklers, into the trash can with water.

4. Let the fireworks soak overnight in the water-filled bin away from structures.

5. Wrap or double wrap the fireworks in a plastic bag so they can’t dry out. Transfer them to your regular trash bin for pickup or take them to your local solid waste facility for disposal.

A graphic with directions on how to safely dispose of fireworks can be found at <a href="http://www.renogov.org/">renogov.org</a>.

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment has information about disposing of fireworks at their<a href="https://www.kdhe.ks.gov/DocumentCenter/View/5428/Management-and-Disposal-of-Damaged-Unused-or-Unexploded-Consumer-Fireworks-G---PDF"> website</a>.

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 </figure>Reno CountyRENO COUNTY, Kan. —&nbsp;The Reno County Commission passed a new fireworks resolution 2023-12, repealing the former one 2012-30, during their meeting Tuesday, June 27. At the last joint city/county meeting with the City of Hutchinson, Commissioner Randy Parks suggested both bodies consider reviewing their fireworks policies. The City of Hutchinson will now allow consumer fireworks during the 4th of July Holiday. The&nbsp; resolution that was passed adopts the same policy as Hutchinson for unincorporated areas of Reno County. The resolution keeps in place other county fireworks policies.Fireworks can be used in the City of Hutchinson and unincorporated areas of Reno County from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. on June 30 through July 4. Fireworks emitting a shower of sparks more than six feet are now allowed under the amended county resolution. The new resolution keeps in place the ban on bottle rockets and aerial luminaries.A link to the resolution can be found <a href="https://www.renogov.org/DocumentCenter/View/101/FireworksRes?bidId=">here</a>.&nbsp;During the county commission meeting, Megan Davidson, Director of Reno County Solid Waste, reminded citizens how important it is to safely dispose of fireworks.Five steps to safely dispose of fireworks are:1. Allow fireworks to cool for one hour before handling.2. Fill an appropriately sized trash can halfway up with water.3. After one hour, place all used fireworks, including duds and sparklers, into the trash can with water.4. Let the fireworks soak overnight in the water-filled bin away from structures.5. Wrap or double wrap the fireworks in a plastic bag so they can’t dry out. Transfer them to your regular trash bin for pickup or take them to your local solid waste facility for disposal.A graphic with directions on how to safely dispose of fireworks can be found at <a href="http://www.renogov.org/">renogov.org</a>.The Kansas Department of Health and Environment has information about disposing of fireworks at their<a href="https://www.kdhe.ks.gov/DocumentCenter/View/5428/Management-and-Disposal-of-Damaged-Unused-or-Unexploded-Consumer-Fireworks-G---PDF"> website</a>.<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;

Reno County reminds citizens: Safely dispose of fireworks

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Dixon Land from the FBI's Kansas City Field Office responded to an email inquiry from Hutch Post with their current statement on the case of letters sent to members of multiple state legislatures.

"The FBI is investigating a series of suspicious letters sent to a number of public officials. 

"Some of the letters contained an unknown substance and we are working closely with our law enforcement partners to respond to each incident and safely collect the letters. 

"Laboratory testing is ongoing but at this time has not indicated a risk to public safety. Additional testing will be needed to fully identify the unknown substance in the letters.

"Law enforcement and public safety officials are working to determine how many letters were sent, the individual or individuals responsible for the letters, and the motive behind the letters. 

"As this is an ongoing matter, we will not be commenting further regarding our steps or methods, but the public can be assured that law enforcement will continue to keep the public's safety as its top priority.

"The FBI would also like to remind everyone to exercise care in handling mail, especially from unrecognized senders. If you see something suspicious, please contact law enforcement immediately.

The threatening notes were sent to around 100 legislators in Kansas and additional mail has been sent to lawmakers in Montana and Tennessee. 

The letters appear to have been sent generally to Republicans. 

Hutchinson Rep. Paul Waggoner provided photos to Hutch Post of the letter he received, with a return address of his church here in Hutchinson.

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 </figure>KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Dixon Land from the FBI's Kansas City Field Office responded to an email inquiry from Hutch Post with their current statement on the case of letters sent to members of multiple state legislatures."The FBI is investigating a series of suspicious letters sent to a number of public officials. "Some of the letters contained an unknown substance and we are working closely with our law enforcement partners to respond to each incident and safely collect the letters. "Laboratory testing is ongoing but at this time has not indicated a risk to public safety. Additional testing will be needed to fully identify the unknown substance in the letters."Law enforcement and public safety officials are working to determine how many letters were sent, the individual or individuals responsible for the letters, and the motive behind the letters. "As this is an ongoing matter, we will not be commenting further regarding our steps or methods, but the public can be assured that law enforcement will continue to keep the public's safety as its top priority."The FBI would also like to remind everyone to exercise care in handling mail, especially from unrecognized senders. If you see something suspicious, please contact law enforcement immediately.<figure>
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 </figure>The threatening notes were sent to around 100 legislators in Kansas and additional mail has been sent to lawmakers in Montana and Tennessee. The letters appear to have been sent generally to Republicans. Hutchinson Rep. Paul Waggoner provided photos to Hutch Post of the letter he received, with a return address of his church here in Hutchinson.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp;&nbsp;

FBI continuing investigation into letters sent to officials

NEWTON, Kan. —&nbsp;At their Tuesday night meeting, the Newton City Commission approved an agreement with USGA to host the 2024 U.S. Adaptive Open at Sand Creek Station Golf Course.

KemperSports regional manager Chris Tuohey, who serves as Sand Creek Station’s general manager, said hosting the tournament was one of the most illustrious opportunities in golf.

“This Championship is going to change lives – for the players, for our community, for our company at KemperSports,” Tuohey said. “We can’t thank the United States Golf Association enough for giving us this opportunity.”

Greg Sanfilippo, USGA senior championship director, said the USGA created the U.S. Adaptive Open to give golfers with disabilities the opportunity to play for a national championship.

The U.S. Adaptive Open includes 96 players, including at least 20 women. The players have one or more eligible impairments, such as limb deficiency, short stature, vision impairment, or intellectual impairment. All players must have a Handicap Index® of 36.4 or less and have a WR4GD Pass (World Ranking for Golfers with Disability).

Sanfilippo described the Championship as an event on the level of the U.S. Open or U.S. Women’s Open. The Golf Channel provides some live coverage.

The 2024 Championship is planned for July 8 through July 10, 2024. The City’s agreement with USGA lays out each party’s responsibilities for planning and hosting the event. The City’s financial commitment will be $200,000 to $250,000, with the USGA contributing about $950,000. The City of Newton will work with the Central Kansas Community Foundation to set up a fundraising mechanism to support the players and the tournament itself.

The inaugural U.S. Adaptive Open was held in 2022 at Pinehurst Resort &amp; Country Club in North Carolina, and this year’s Championship will be July 10 through July 12 at Pinehurst.

The last time Sand Creek Station hosted a USGA event was in 2014, when the course held the final U.S. Amateur Public Links Championship. Like that event, the U.S. Adaptive Open will offer many opportunities for residents to volunteer to help.

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 </figure>City of NewtonNEWTON, Kan. —&nbsp;At their Tuesday night meeting, the Newton City Commission approved an agreement with USGA to host the 2024 U.S. Adaptive Open at Sand Creek Station Golf Course.KemperSports regional manager Chris Tuohey, who serves as Sand Creek Station’s general manager, said hosting the tournament was one of the most illustrious opportunities in golf.“This Championship is going to change lives – for the players, for our community, for our company at KemperSports,” Tuohey said. “We can’t thank the United States Golf Association enough for giving us this opportunity.”Greg Sanfilippo, USGA senior championship director, said the USGA created the U.S. Adaptive Open to give golfers with disabilities the opportunity to play for a national championship.The U.S. Adaptive Open includes 96 players, including at least 20 women. The players have one or more eligible impairments, such as limb deficiency, short stature, vision impairment, or intellectual impairment. All players must have a Handicap Index® of 36.4 or less and have a WR4GD Pass (World Ranking for Golfers with Disability).Sanfilippo described the Championship as an event on the level of the U.S. Open or U.S. Women’s Open. The Golf Channel provides some live coverage.The 2024 Championship is planned for July 8 through July 10, 2024. The City’s agreement with USGA lays out each party’s responsibilities for planning and hosting the event. The City’s financial commitment will be $200,000 to $250,000, with the USGA contributing about $950,000. The City of Newton will work with the Central Kansas Community Foundation to set up a fundraising mechanism to support the players and the tournament itself.The inaugural U.S. Adaptive Open was held in 2022 at Pinehurst Resort &amp; Country Club in North Carolina, and this year’s Championship will be July 10 through July 12 at Pinehurst.The last time Sand Creek Station hosted a USGA event was in 2014, when the course held the final U.S. Amateur Public Links Championship. Like that event, the U.S. Adaptive Open will offer many opportunities for residents to volunteer to help.<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;

Newton to host U.S. Adaptive Open in 2024

BUHLER, Kan. — The Buhler Chamber of Commerce is holding a&nbsp;raffle fundraiser to benefit&nbsp;Carla Goertzen. 

Goertzen is a fourth grade teacher at Buhler Grade School. The goal of the fundraiser is to get Goertzen a prosthetic leg. She had to have her leg amputated to treat cancer.

The prize is a backyard BBQ package with over $2000 in value.

Tickets are $20 or 6 for $100. Only 1000 tickets will be sold. The items are on display at Bartel Kitchen and Bath in Buhler. The winner will be announced July 9 at the Buhler night at the Monarchs game.

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 </figure>BUHLER, Kan. — The Buhler Chamber of Commerce is holding a&nbsp;raffle fundraiser to benefit&nbsp;Carla Goertzen. Goertzen is a fourth grade teacher at Buhler Grade School. The goal of the fundraiser is to get Goertzen a prosthetic leg. She had to have her leg amputated to treat cancer.<figure>
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 </figure>The prize is a backyard BBQ package with over $2000 in value.Tickets are $20 or 6 for $100. Only 1000 tickets will be sold. The items are on display at Bartel Kitchen and Bath in Buhler. The winner will be announced July 9 at the Buhler night at the Monarchs game.<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;

Buhler community coming together for fundraiser

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Local non-profit occupational therapy practice Clothed in Compassion is holding their first #MoveWithCompassion weekend virtual event on July 15 through July 16. 

Registration is $25 per adult or $10 per child from 10-18 years old. 

You can also make a donation in addition to your registration fee when you <a href="https://givebutter.com/MoveSummer23">sign up online</a>. When registering, if you would rather not "tip" GiveButter, choose "Other" and input 0 as the amount.

Every registered participant will receive a special #MoveWithCompassion silicone wristband. You will also receive a printable "bib" to wear (if you want!) when you complete your activity. Your registered "ticket" name(s) will be used to create your bib(s), which the practice will mail to you with your wristband.

Clothed in Compassion is encouraging donors to get active for at least half an hour on either July 15 or July 16. Ideas for activities include:

Yoga or pilates in your living room or bedroom

Walk, run, roll, or bike outside (stay hydrated and wear sunscreen!)

Active play time with your family inside or outdoors

Participate from anywhere! This is a virtual event, so you can literally be anywhere. Whether down the street in Hutchinson or thousands of miles away, you can join in. 

Track your activity using any fitness app, such as Strava, Nike Running, or Apple's Health app. You can also follow along with a pilates or yoga video on YouTube, or simply set a timer and move at your own pace. This is a weekend event, so your qualifying activity can take place on either July 15 or July 16.

If you want to participate in this event, but are experiencing financial hardship, please contact us for alternative registration options. Email <a href="mailto:ClothedInCompassionOffice@gmail.com">ClothedInCompassionOffice@gmail.com</a> for more information.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Local non-profit occupational therapy practice Clothed in Compassion is holding their first #MoveWithCompassion weekend virtual event on July 15 through July 16. Registration is $25 per adult or $10 per child from 10-18 years old. You can also make a donation in addition to your registration fee when you <a href="https://givebutter.com/MoveSummer23">sign up online</a>. When registering, if you would rather not "tip" GiveButter, choose "Other" and input 0 as the amount.Every registered participant will receive a special #MoveWithCompassion silicone wristband. You will also receive a printable "bib" to wear (if you want!) when you complete your activity. Your registered "ticket" name(s) will be used to create your bib(s), which the practice will mail to you with your wristband.Clothed in Compassion is encouraging donors to get active for at least half an hour on either July 15 or July 16. Ideas for activities include:Yoga or pilates in your living room or bedroomWalk, run, roll, or bike outside (stay hydrated and wear sunscreen!)Active play time with your family inside or outdoorsParticipate from anywhere! This is a virtual event, so you can literally be anywhere. Whether down the street in Hutchinson or thousands of miles away, you can join in. Track your activity using any fitness app, such as Strava, Nike Running, or Apple's Health app. You can also follow along with a pilates or yoga video on YouTube, or simply set a timer and move at your own pace. This is a weekend event, so your qualifying activity can take place on either July 15 or July 16.If you want to participate in this event, but are experiencing financial hardship, please contact us for alternative registration options. Email <a href="mailto:ClothedInCompassionOffice@gmail.com">ClothedInCompassionOffice@gmail.com</a> for more information.<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;

Local non-profit OT practice holding fundraiser

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The City of Hutchinson is hosting this year's community Fourth of July celebration on July 4th at 9:45 p.m. at the Kansas State Fairgrounds parking lot at 23rd and Plum. The firework display is free and open to the public. No vehicle access will be allowed inside the 23rd and Plum parking lot except for public safety vehicles. All other Kansas State Fair parking areas will be open and free to the public.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

For safety reasons, the use of personal fireworks on the Kansas State Fairgrounds property is prohibited before, during and after the fireworks display.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The City of Hutchinson is hosting this year's community Fourth of July celebration on July 4th at 9:45 p.m. at the Kansas State Fairgrounds parking lot at 23rd and Plum. The firework display is free and open to the public. No vehicle access will be allowed inside the 23rd and Plum parking lot except for public safety vehicles. All other Kansas State Fair parking areas will be open and free to the public.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; For safety reasons, the use of personal fireworks on the Kansas State Fairgrounds property is prohibited before, during and after the fireworks display.<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;

Annual Fairgrounds fireworks display coming July 4

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;

6/29/2023 3:46 AM-Gary	Edward	Beall Jr.-Probation Violation

6/29/2023 1:57 AM-Kevin	Bruce Avery-Poss of opiate, narcotic, or certain stimulant

6/28/2023 11:07 PM-Joshua	Matthew Stubby-Disorderly Conduct; Fighting words or noisy conduct

6/28/2023 7:32 PM-Autym	Dawn Arb-Pedestrian; Under the Influence of Alcohol/Drugs upon Roadway

6/28/2023 6:43 PM-Courtney	LeAnne Capps-Criminal Damage to Property; Without consent; &lt; $1,000

6/28/2023 4:38 PM-Nicole	Lenae Hays-Poss of opiate, narcotic, or certain stimulant; Poss of marijuana; Poss of hallucinogenic drug; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body; Probation Violation

6/28/2023 4:21 PM-Paul	Anthony Poteet-Probation Violation

6/28/2023 3:41 PM-Cristian	Malachi Peterson-Failure to Appear

6/28/2023 1:35 PM-Scott	Paul Cordell-Probation Violation

6/28/2023 1:14 PM-Roque	Aaron Rodriguez III-Probation Violation

6/28/2023 12:20 PM-Angela	Marie Kelsey-Failure to Appear

6/28/2023 11:04 AM-William	Nathanel Reese-Driving while license cancelled/suspended/revoked; misd; unknown conv; Registration Violation; No/Expired License Plate; Insurance; Fail to Show Proof of Liability Insurance

6/28/2023 10:43 AM-Esperanza	Rochelle Garcia-Domestic Battery; Knowingly Cause Physical Contact (1st conviction)

6/28/2023 10:19 AM-Chad	Jeffrie Tippetts-Domestic Battery; Knowingly Cause Physical Contact (1st conviction); Disorderly Conduct; Fighting words or noisy conduct

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 <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;6/29/2023 3:46 AM-Gary	Edward	Beall Jr.-Probation Violation6/29/2023 1:57 AM-Kevin	Bruce Avery-Poss of opiate, narcotic, or certain stimulant6/28/2023 11:07 PM-Joshua	Matthew Stubby-Disorderly Conduct; Fighting words or noisy conduct6/28/2023 7:32 PM-Autym	Dawn Arb-Pedestrian; Under the Influence of Alcohol/Drugs upon Roadway6/28/2023 6:43 PM-Courtney	LeAnne Capps-Criminal Damage to Property; Without consent; &lt; $1,0006/28/2023 4:38 PM-Nicole	Lenae Hays-Poss of opiate, narcotic, or certain stimulant; Poss of marijuana; Poss of hallucinogenic drug; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body; Probation Violation6/28/2023 4:21 PM-Paul	Anthony Poteet-Probation Violation6/28/2023 3:41 PM-Cristian	Malachi Peterson-Failure to Appear6/28/2023 1:35 PM-Scott	Paul Cordell-Probation Violation6/28/2023 1:14 PM-Roque	Aaron Rodriguez III-Probation Violation6/28/2023 12:20 PM-Angela	Marie Kelsey-Failure to Appear6/28/2023 11:04 AM-William	Nathanel Reese-Driving while license cancelled/suspended/revoked; misd; unknown conv; Registration Violation; No/Expired License Plate; Insurance; Fail to Show Proof of Liability Insurance6/28/2023 10:43 AM-Esperanza	Rochelle Garcia-Domestic Battery; Knowingly Cause Physical Contact (1st conviction)6/28/2023 10:19 AM-Chad	Jeffrie Tippetts-Domestic Battery; Knowingly Cause Physical Contact (1st conviction); Disorderly Conduct; Fighting words or noisy conduct

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 </figure>Take a look back at the 2023 Smallville Con below.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/81a3dc5b-6d4f-479f-9945-5a233b851aeb">CLICK HERE TO READ THE JUNE 23 STORY!</a><div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fmy931%2Fposts%2Fpfbid02uyN92RxreMFxdoMMLp2hD4dYNfmUs7WK6NHWsDz2PQDxe9xNQEM4YNvKw8NZpG2bl&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="681" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div><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;

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HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The bonds for the Sports Arena are still scheduled to be retired in mid-2024 if the Hutchinson City Finance Director is able to keep to her plan.&nbsp;

"I am working with bond counsel on this right now," said Angela Richard. "The City Council will have to approve the early payoff, so it may be on the agenda sometime soon."

The original intent was to retire a little less than $2.5 million in bonds by the end of this year and finish the rest out in mid-2024, but because of changes in interest rates and increases in collections due to inflation, Richard does not yet have the specific number.

The .35% sales tax was approved by voters in 2015 to fund the $29 million renovation project. The tax was originally expected to generate about $300,000 per year.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The bonds for the Sports Arena are still scheduled to be retired in mid-2024 if the Hutchinson City Finance Director is able to keep to her plan.&nbsp;"I am working with bond counsel on this right now," said Angela Richard. "The City Council will have to approve the early payoff, so it may be on the agenda sometime soon."The original intent was to retire a little less than $2.5 million in bonds by the end of this year and finish the rest out in mid-2024, but because of changes in interest rates and increases in collections due to inflation, Richard does not yet have the specific number.The .35% sales tax was approved by voters in 2015 to fund the $29 million renovation project. The tax was originally expected to generate about $300,000 per year.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Sports Arena additional payment still planned

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Reno County Administrator Randy Partington told Hutch Post Wednesday that the budget discussions from the Board of County Commissioners Tuesday resulted in more cuts than he had originally proposed.

"The actual number to get to the Revenue Neutral Rate was $1.3 million," Partington said. "They did make cuts in different departments, different areas, different outside agencies to come in at the 35.764 Revenue Neutral Rate."

"It moves it up about a month," Partington said. "The County Commission has to adopt and notify the County Clerk of the official budget by August 25, compared to October 1 if they had exceeded the RNR. We'll have a public hearing, probably at the middle of August to adopt a budget."

Much of the cut was a reduction in 2024 raises for county employees.

"They cut the level of pay increase," Partington said. "I had asked for 5% cost of living and 3% pay for performance. Each 1% is $200,000. They cut it down to four and a half total, so they saved about $800,000 just in that cut. That was the pay increase that current county employees will get next year is four and a half percent instead of the 8%. Then they made other cuts, a couple of departments that had asked for additional staff, they cut the number. They gave some of the additional staff."

As an example, Partington has been told to cut $55,000 from the request for his own department, but they left how to do that up to him. Also, the Commissioners trimmed about $310,000 off the amounts disbursed to outside agencies from the 2023 numbers.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Reno County Administrator Randy Partington told Hutch Post Wednesday that the budget discussions from the Board of County Commissioners Tuesday resulted in more cuts than he had originally proposed."The actual number to get to the Revenue Neutral Rate was $1.3 million," Partington said. "They did make cuts in different departments, different areas, different outside agencies to come in at the 35.764 Revenue Neutral Rate."This will move up the budget timeline."It moves it up about a month," Partington said. "The County Commission has to adopt and notify the County Clerk of the official budget by August 25, compared to October 1 if they had exceeded the RNR. We'll have a public hearing, probably at the middle of August to adopt a budget."Much of the cut was a reduction in 2024 raises for county employees."They cut the level of pay increase," Partington said. "I had asked for 5% cost of living and 3% pay for performance. Each 1% is $200,000. They cut it down to four and a half total, so they saved about $800,000 just in that cut. That was the pay increase that current county employees will get next year is four and a half percent instead of the 8%. Then they made other cuts, a couple of departments that had asked for additional staff, they cut the number. They gave some of the additional staff."As an example, Partington has been told to cut $55,000 from the request for his own department, but they left how to do that up to him. Also, the Commissioners trimmed about $310,000 off the amounts disbursed to outside agencies from the 2023 numbers.<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;

Reno County to be revenue neutral in 2024

HUTCHINSON, Kan. —&nbsp; If you see non-emergency issues that need City of Hutchinson attention, such as potholes, graffiti, traffic signal/sign problems, code violations, and the like, Hutchinson Mayor Jon Richardson wants you to let the city know <a href="https://www.hutchgov.com/507/SeeClickFix">online</a>.

"There's a program on the city website called&nbsp;SeeClickFix," Richardson said. "You can report issues like this and it puts it on a map. It also allows department heads to trace where these issues are and then address it. It changes colors as it's been looked at, it's been assessed, it's been handled, it's been closed out, as far as a complaint ticket."

The City will acknowledge newly submitted issues and forward them to the appropriate City departments to take care of the requests. You will receive email updates and can come back to the City's website to check the status of submitted issues.&nbsp;

"It shows a map of the city and different types of issues," Richardson said Wednesday. "I pulled it up right now and there's a dirt alley maintenance grading and repair issue on 8th. It goes through, is it new, has it been looked at, has it been worked on, has it been closed out, so you can see progress. It gives better traceability on these issues."

Separate issues should be submitted as separate SeeClickFix reports.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1683043073149.jpeg" alt="City of Hutchinson generic-Photo by Nick Gosnell" />
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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. —&nbsp; If you see non-emergency issues that need City of Hutchinson attention, such as potholes, graffiti, traffic signal/sign problems, code violations, and the like, Hutchinson Mayor Jon Richardson wants you to let the city know <a href="https://www.hutchgov.com/507/SeeClickFix">online</a>."There's a program on the city website called&nbsp;SeeClickFix," Richardson said. "You can report issues like this and it puts it on a map. It also allows department heads to trace where these issues are and then address it. It changes colors as it's been looked at, it's been assessed, it's been handled, it's been closed out, as far as a complaint ticket."The City will acknowledge newly submitted issues and forward them to the appropriate City departments to take care of the requests. You will receive email updates and can come back to the City's website to check the status of submitted issues.&nbsp;"It shows a map of the city and different types of issues," Richardson said Wednesday. "I pulled it up right now and there's a dirt alley maintenance grading and repair issue on 8th. It goes through, is it new, has it been looked at, has it been worked on, has it been closed out, so you can see progress. It gives better traceability on these issues."Separate issues should be submitted as separate SeeClickFix reports.<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;

Mayor promotes SeeClickFix for city issues

MCPHERSON —&nbsp;According to McPherson Police, Centennial is still closed between Kansas and First, as the railroad crossing on Centennial Drive between Kansas (U.S. Hwy 56) and First Street in McPherson is still being repaired.

Those with questions or concerns can contact the City of McPherson Public Works Department at 620-245-2535 from 8 a.m. to 5 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;

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 </figure>City of McPhersonMCPHERSON —&nbsp;According to McPherson Police, Centennial is still closed between Kansas and First, as the railroad crossing on Centennial Drive between Kansas (U.S. Hwy 56) and First Street in McPherson is still being repaired.Those with questions or concerns can contact the City of McPherson Public Works Department at 620-245-2535 from 8 a.m. to 5 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;

Railroad crossing still closed in McPherson Wednesday

BUHLER, Kan. — The Buhler Community Foundation awarded a grant of $10,000 from the Fund for Buhler to save the Wheatland Park Gazebo.

The Wheatland Park Gazebo was built in 1988 in a joint effort between the City of Buhler and Buhler’s Kiwanis Club to commemorate the Buhler Centennial.&nbsp; It has become a landmark in Buhler and been the site of many community events.&nbsp; In recent years, the gazebo’s condition has deteriorated requiring urgent repairs to maintain its safety and usability.

The Buhler Community Foundation is proud of the history and cooperation represented in the gazebo and is excited to support the restoration efforts.

Established in 2009, Buhler Community Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to inspire philanthropy, collaboration and innovative leadership to strengthen the community.

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 </figure>Buhler Community FoundationBUHLER, Kan. — The Buhler Community Foundation awarded a grant of $10,000 from the Fund for Buhler to save the Wheatland Park Gazebo.The Wheatland Park Gazebo was built in 1988 in a joint effort between the City of Buhler and Buhler’s Kiwanis Club to commemorate the Buhler Centennial.&nbsp; It has become a landmark in Buhler and been the site of many community events.&nbsp; In recent years, the gazebo’s condition has deteriorated requiring urgent repairs to maintain its safety and usability.The Buhler Community Foundation is proud of the history and cooperation represented in the gazebo and is excited to support the restoration efforts.Established in 2009, Buhler Community Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to inspire philanthropy, collaboration and innovative leadership to strengthen the community.<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;

Fund for Buhler to save Wheatland Park Gazebo

RENO COUNTY — The Board of County Commissioners approved an item to keep methane gas emissions in compliance with EPA and KDHE regulations as part of its meeting on Tuesday.

Reno County Municipal Solid Waste Landfill Facility conducts quarterly surface methane emissions monitoring at the landfill as required by EPA and KDHE. Surface emissions monitoring consists of using a calibrated instrument to scan the landfill cover and penetrations (such as around gas wells, sumps, etc.) for methane leaching through the cover and into the atmosphere. The threshold for a reportable exceedance is 500 parts per million.

In the last year, there has been an initial exceedance detected in every quarter from the 3rd Quarter 2022 through the 2nd Quarter 2023. After an initial exceedance, corrective actions (such as adjusting the waste cover or turning up the surrounding wells) are taken. The location is re-monitored within 10 days and again 10 days after that (if the first 10-day re-monitoring resulted in an exceedance). All locations are monitored again for a one month recheck.

If three exceedances are detected at a location in one quarter, then a notification is submitted to KDHE and – in accordance with 40 CFR 63.1960 (c)(4)(v) – a new well must be installed within 120 days of the initial exceedance.

The facility can submit an alternative remedy request in lieu of installing a new well. Two locations have had three exceedances in a quarter resulting in a notification being submitted to KDHE. In the third quarter of 2022 a notification was submitted to KDHE for Well 63, and in the fourth quarter of 2022 a notification was submitted for Well 78.

"There's six new wells total that we will be re-drilling," said Megan Davidson, Landfill Director. "Some of these wells, they have what we call, watered in. We have to pump these wells and get the water out of these wells. We're going to put pneumatic pumps inside these wells that will actually pump themselves so we don't have to manually pump the wells ourselves and do all the manual work that goes with it. There's a lot of new linear footage of pipe that we'll have to put in with these, as well, to help on the flow of the methane. It's an older well field, within time, it creates problems. It's just part of maintenance of a gas collection system."

The RFP for companies to potentially use the methane generated by the gas collection system is still out, but Davidson said nothing they are doing will get in the way of that.

"When we get all of that back, a developer wouldn't want to have to come in and fix it," Davidson said. "It could help on the methane generation, yes, what we've got for methane and what's going in on the wells. It just depends on what developers we get and what they want to do with it."

The cost of the project is not to exceed&nbsp;$532,077. The motion passed unanimously.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1683648162626.jpeg" alt="Reno County Commission 2-Photo by Sandra Milburn" />
 <figcaption>Reno County Commission 2-Photo by Sandra Milburn</figcaption>
 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostRENO COUNTY — The Board of County Commissioners approved an item to keep methane gas emissions in compliance with EPA and KDHE regulations as part of its meeting on Tuesday.Reno County Municipal Solid Waste Landfill Facility conducts quarterly surface methane emissions monitoring at the landfill as required by EPA and KDHE. Surface emissions monitoring consists of using a calibrated instrument to scan the landfill cover and penetrations (such as around gas wells, sumps, etc.) for methane leaching through the cover and into the atmosphere. The threshold for a reportable exceedance is 500 parts per million.In the last year, there has been an initial exceedance detected in every quarter from the 3rd Quarter 2022 through the 2nd Quarter 2023. After an initial exceedance, corrective actions (such as adjusting the waste cover or turning up the surrounding wells) are taken. The location is re-monitored within 10 days and again 10 days after that (if the first 10-day re-monitoring resulted in an exceedance). All locations are monitored again for a one month recheck.If three exceedances are detected at a location in one quarter, then a notification is submitted to KDHE and – in accordance with 40 CFR 63.1960 (c)(4)(v) – a new well must be installed within 120 days of the initial exceedance.The facility can submit an alternative remedy request in lieu of installing a new well. Two locations have had three exceedances in a quarter resulting in a notification being submitted to KDHE. In the third quarter of 2022 a notification was submitted to KDHE for Well 63, and in the fourth quarter of 2022 a notification was submitted for Well 78."There's six new wells total that we will be re-drilling," said Megan Davidson, Landfill Director. "Some of these wells, they have what we call, watered in. We have to pump these wells and get the water out of these wells. We're going to put pneumatic pumps inside these wells that will actually pump themselves so we don't have to manually pump the wells ourselves and do all the manual work that goes with it. There's a lot of new linear footage of pipe that we'll have to put in with these, as well, to help on the flow of the methane. It's an older well field, within time, it creates problems. It's just part of maintenance of a gas collection system."The RFP for companies to potentially use the methane generated by the gas collection system is still out, but Davidson said nothing they are doing will get in the way of that."When we get all of that back, a developer wouldn't want to have to come in and fix it," Davidson said. "It could help on the methane generation, yes, what we've got for methane and what's going in on the wells. It just depends on what developers we get and what they want to do with it."The cost of the project is not to exceed&nbsp;$532,077. The motion passed unanimously.<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;

Commission approves gas field fix Tuesday

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutch Rec Board of Commissioners is currently accepting applications for two appointments to the Hutchinson Recreation Commission board. Each 4-year term is from September 2023 through August 2027.

Applicants must complete, sign, and return applications to the Hutch Rec Downtown Office at 17 E. 1st. The application and additional information are available online at:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hutchrec.com/about-hutch-rec/leadership-commissioners/" target="_blank">https://www.hutchrec.com/about-hutch-rec/leadership-commissioners/</a>. Printed applications also are available at Hutch Rec Downtown.

The deadline for applications is Friday, July 14 at 12 p.m.

To be eligible for appointment to the Board of Commissioners, applicants must be at least 18 years of age and a City of Hutchinson resident. The Board of Commissioners meets on the third Wednesday of the month at 4 p.m.

For more information about the Board of Commissioners, contact Tony Finlay, Hutch Rec Executive Director, at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:tfinlay@hutchrec.com">tfinlay@hutchrec.com</a>&nbsp;or (620) 663-6179.

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 </figure>Hutch RecHUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutch Rec Board of Commissioners is currently accepting applications for two appointments to the Hutchinson Recreation Commission board. Each 4-year term is from September 2023 through August 2027.Applicants must complete, sign, and return applications to the Hutch Rec Downtown Office at 17 E. 1st. The application and additional information are available online at:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hutchrec.com/about-hutch-rec/leadership-commissioners/" target="_blank">https://www.hutchrec.com/about-hutch-rec/leadership-commissioners/</a>. Printed applications also are available at Hutch Rec Downtown.The deadline for applications is Friday, July 14 at 12 p.m.To be eligible for appointment to the Board of Commissioners, applicants must be at least 18 years of age and a City of Hutchinson resident. The Board of Commissioners meets on the third Wednesday of the month at 4 p.m.For more information about the Board of Commissioners, contact Tony Finlay, Hutch Rec Executive Director, at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:tfinlay@hutchrec.com">tfinlay@hutchrec.com</a>&nbsp;or (620) 663-6179.<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;

Hutch Rec's Board of Commissioners accepting applications for board appointments

HUTCHINSON, Kan. —&nbsp;The Hutchinson Public Library is going to be unapologetically bad with their Bad Art Night on July 12.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Bad Art Night at the Hutchinson Public Library is slated to be a hilarious and enjoyable way for people to tap into their inner artists and forget the boundaries of perfectionism.&nbsp; &nbsp;

People can have fun creating something unexpected while building community, connecting with others, and creating lasting memories.&nbsp;

Participants will be given a variety of unconventional and odd materials such as pipe cleaners, cotton balls, glitter and more.&nbsp; These ‘awful’ masterpieces will be made in the library auditorium.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Additionally, books will be available for inspiration, published by prestigious institutions such as the Museum of Bad Art.&nbsp;

Hutchinson Public Library will make a display with these questionable creations when they are finished. These laughable art pieces are best accompanied with humorous titles and descriptions, so Hutchinson Public Library will throw out some ideas, not the art, as a group.&nbsp;

People will be able to vote for their favorite pieces and strive to win the 'Dumpster Fire' award or the runner-up award for the most creative use of materials, the 'You Tried' award.&nbsp; Each award is accompanied by a small prize.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The Bad Art Night program is best suited for adults and teens ages 13 and up.&nbsp; Registration is not required for this free-to-participate event.&nbsp; However, supplies will be available on a first-come first-serve basis.&nbsp;

The Hutchinson Public Library is located at 901 N. Main St.&nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1687878601572.jpeg" alt="Hutchinson Public Library. Photo: Judd Weil." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson Public Library. Photo: Judd Weil.</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutchinson Public Library&nbsp;HUTCHINSON, Kan. —&nbsp;The Hutchinson Public Library is going to be unapologetically bad with their Bad Art Night on July 12.&nbsp; &nbsp;Bad Art Night at the Hutchinson Public Library is slated to be a hilarious and enjoyable way for people to tap into their inner artists and forget the boundaries of perfectionism.&nbsp; &nbsp;People can have fun creating something unexpected while building community, connecting with others, and creating lasting memories.&nbsp;Participants will be given a variety of unconventional and odd materials such as pipe cleaners, cotton balls, glitter and more.&nbsp; These ‘awful’ masterpieces will be made in the library auditorium.&nbsp; &nbsp;Additionally, books will be available for inspiration, published by prestigious institutions such as the Museum of Bad Art.&nbsp;Hutchinson Public Library will make a display with these questionable creations when they are finished. These laughable art pieces are best accompanied with humorous titles and descriptions, so Hutchinson Public Library will throw out some ideas, not the art, as a group.&nbsp;People will be able to vote for their favorite pieces and strive to win the 'Dumpster Fire' award or the runner-up award for the most creative use of materials, the 'You Tried' award.&nbsp; Each award is accompanied by a small prize.&nbsp;&nbsp;The Bad Art Night program is best suited for adults and teens ages 13 and up.&nbsp; Registration is not required for this free-to-participate event.&nbsp; However, supplies will be available on a first-come first-serve basis.&nbsp;The Hutchinson Public Library is located at 901 N. Main St.&nbsp;<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Hutchinson Public Library holding Bad Art Night mid-July

This is day 6 of the Kansas Wheat Harvest Reports, brought to you by the Kansas Wheat Commission, Kansas Association of Wheat Growers, Kansas&nbsp;Grain and Feed Association and the Kansas Cooperative Council.

Harvest continues to march across the state, moving into areas with higher abandonment, variability and pressure to get crops cut as unwelcome weeds take over short, thin stands.

Industry reports have indicated that early quality data from south central and central Kansas are showing good quality, with 60 pound test weights and above average proteins.

Troy Presley from CoMark Equity Alliance reported harvest began on June 8 and is now 50 percent complete. He expects the group’s approximately 75 locations in Kansas will take in about 40 to 45 percent of a normal crop. Yields range as low as five bushels per acre up to 40 bushels per acre, with anomalies in the 50s.&nbsp;

“There is still a lot to be determined in terms of abandonment, with all the weeds coming in,” he said.&nbsp;

The volatility in yields is due to farming practices and the previously planted crop. Overall test weights are averaging above 60 pounds per bushel and proteins are also much higher than average, with some variation.&nbsp;

This year’s challenges don’t end once the wheat is in the bin. Presley explained the group is also dealing with the inverted market environment, storage issues stemming from higher dockage from weeds, the logistics of the on-again, off-again harvest and trying to forecast whether farmers will sell now or store for later.&nbsp;

Weeds are also causing issues in central Kansas, but Dale Younker didn’t have any wheat of his own to harvest in northern Rush and southern Ellis counties. All of his winter wheat was appraised between 1.5 to 3 bushels per acre, so they terminated the entire crop and planted everything back to grain sorghum.&nbsp;

That wheat was appraised before any rain fell, so some fields could have yielded better. Short-term droughts are typical for this area in central Kansas, but he explained this dry spell goes back to fall 2021.&nbsp;

“I’ve been at this for 30 plus years, that I’ve been farming on my own,” Younker said. “And I do not remember a time when we were so dry for so long.”&nbsp;

Younker and his crew did break out the harvest equipment to help out a neighbor, cutting a few fields northeast of LaCrosse from Saturday afternoon to Monday afternoon. Yields were down significantly with one field making around 20 bushels per acre and the other in the low 30s. Test weights were a little down at 58.5 to 59 pounds per bushel.&nbsp;

The area has been receiving some rain since the first week of May but is either still in D4 (exceptional) drought or just out of it. As a result, Younker’s grain sorghum was planted in decent conditions, but more rain will be needed to take that next crop to harvest.&nbsp;

“That’s what we’re shooting for, that’s why we didn’t hesitate to put milo behind this failed wheat,” he explained. “That weather pattern is going to shift. And with the rains we did have, we had some good moisture to get that milo up and going and off to a good start.”&nbsp;

Far eastern Kansas farmers said they feel very fortunate to have received moisture earlier throughout the growing season, unlike producers in the western two-thirds of the state. Harvest should wrap up by the end of this week in Franklin County, according to Clark Wenger, general manager/CEO of Ottawa Coop. The area planted twice as many wheat acres this year and combined with an uncommon set of great growing conditions, the harvest is better than expected.

Area producers brought in a few loads on June 15, but harvest didn’t take off until June 19. Both HRW and SRW are planted in this area, about 30 percent soft to 70 percent hard. Yields for HRW are coming in up to 60 to 70 bushels per acre, with test weights at 60 to 61 pounds per bushel and proteins between 9 and 12 percent.&nbsp;

Summer storms are in the forecast, so stay tuned for the next report from the Kansas Wheat crew on Thursday, June 28.&nbsp;

The 2023 Harvest Report is brought to you by the Kansas Wheat Commission, Kansas Association of Wheat Growers, Kansas Grain and Feed Association and the Kansas Cooperative Council. To follow along with harvest updates on Twitter, use #wheatharvest23. Tag us at @kansaswheat on&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001RcEH3aKZfJGoQxfiDY7WYUZ9RbCgxqmoDuHRx1Khz8c07PzsdLLTb8Wr2b3zy2ucbBhAOlgF_rrGsudnMcBtqyBVdIEA0-fsnORSsCtVZxKlcmrWMpQQBUq4toxT_WpE_9DiplTCG29V8SakB-JK7y19nF-1cJl7&amp;c=R9FRjZiKJg59S3KpqkzamMncSi0AdNYp1yBKKkjzPb9Bs_qWekJZjQ==&amp;ch=kDaZifPaA0sgzAx3afa1doWNEsSP10k73fOfBC00WP4jGbm0EYFHTA==" target="_blank">Facebook</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001RcEH3aKZfJGoQxfiDY7WYUZ9RbCgxqmoDuHRx1Khz8c07PzsdLLTb3qzhNVTISQLzM2qCi1N6lHIzfQ6lNbOcCzcZkORMeDl92gXs6b3rFxr7Z68-9UIfp5mxzdu-28_kkNsoyMR2sZ52mBld-7ibXroQNbCT4VH&amp;c=R9FRjZiKJg59S3KpqkzamMncSi0AdNYp1yBKKkjzPb9Bs_qWekJZjQ==&amp;ch=kDaZifPaA0sgzAx3afa1doWNEsSP10k73fOfBC00WP4jGbm0EYFHTA==" target="_blank">Instagram</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001RcEH3aKZfJGoQxfiDY7WYUZ9RbCgxqmoDuHRx1Khz8c07PzsdLLTb8l0_OOXlVTINtWzwzVXQwBpWAu9A4pT4O8lUnuF2L6oipurEdP81b8bWeir1SeMdaCEfQ6Eked61Z0PvxUgKHf4RlzkqSuJ1Zx_4N1catdE&amp;c=R9FRjZiKJg59S3KpqkzamMncSi0AdNYp1yBKKkjzPb9Bs_qWekJZjQ==&amp;ch=kDaZifPaA0sgzAx3afa1doWNEsSP10k73fOfBC00WP4jGbm0EYFHTA==" target="_blank">Twitter</a>&nbsp;to share your harvest story and photos.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1687944108340.png" alt="Harvest Report Day 6" />
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 </figure>Kansas WheatThis is day 6 of the Kansas Wheat Harvest Reports, brought to you by the Kansas Wheat Commission, Kansas Association of Wheat Growers, Kansas&nbsp;Grain and Feed Association and the Kansas Cooperative Council.Harvest continues to march across the state, moving into areas with higher abandonment, variability and pressure to get crops cut as unwelcome weeds take over short, thin stands.Industry reports have indicated that early quality data from south central and central Kansas are showing good quality, with 60 pound test weights and above average proteins.Troy Presley from CoMark Equity Alliance reported harvest began on June 8 and is now 50 percent complete. He expects the group’s approximately 75 locations in Kansas will take in about 40 to 45 percent of a normal crop. Yields range as low as five bushels per acre up to 40 bushels per acre, with anomalies in the 50s.&nbsp;“There is still a lot to be determined in terms of abandonment, with all the weeds coming in,” he said.&nbsp;The volatility in yields is due to farming practices and the previously planted crop. Overall test weights are averaging above 60 pounds per bushel and proteins are also much higher than average, with some variation.&nbsp;This year’s challenges don’t end once the wheat is in the bin. Presley explained the group is also dealing with the inverted market environment, storage issues stemming from higher dockage from weeds, the logistics of the on-again, off-again harvest and trying to forecast whether farmers will sell now or store for later.&nbsp;Weeds are also causing issues in central Kansas, but Dale Younker didn’t have any wheat of his own to harvest in northern Rush and southern Ellis counties. All of his winter wheat was appraised between 1.5 to 3 bushels per acre, so they terminated the entire crop and planted everything back to grain sorghum.&nbsp;That wheat was appraised before any rain fell, so some fields could have yielded better. Short-term droughts are typical for this area in central Kansas, but he explained this dry spell goes back to fall 2021.&nbsp;“I’ve been at this for 30 plus years, that I’ve been farming on my own,” Younker said. “And I do not remember a time when we were so dry for so long.”&nbsp;Younker and his crew did break out the harvest equipment to help out a neighbor, cutting a few fields northeast of LaCrosse from Saturday afternoon to Monday afternoon. Yields were down significantly with one field making around 20 bushels per acre and the other in the low 30s. Test weights were a little down at 58.5 to 59 pounds per bushel.&nbsp;The area has been receiving some rain since the first week of May but is either still in D4 (exceptional) drought or just out of it. As a result, Younker’s grain sorghum was planted in decent conditions, but more rain will be needed to take that next crop to harvest.&nbsp;“That’s what we’re shooting for, that’s why we didn’t hesitate to put milo behind this failed wheat,” he explained. “That weather pattern is going to shift. And with the rains we did have, we had some good moisture to get that milo up and going and off to a good start.”&nbsp;Far eastern Kansas farmers said they feel very fortunate to have received moisture earlier throughout the growing season, unlike producers in the western two-thirds of the state. Harvest should wrap up by the end of this week in Franklin County, according to Clark Wenger, general manager/CEO of Ottawa Coop. The area planted twice as many wheat acres this year and combined with an uncommon set of great growing conditions, the harvest is better than expected.Area producers brought in a few loads on June 15, but harvest didn’t take off until June 19. Both HRW and SRW are planted in this area, about 30 percent soft to 70 percent hard. Yields for HRW are coming in up to 60 to 70 bushels per acre, with test weights at 60 to 61 pounds per bushel and proteins between 9 and 12 percent.&nbsp;Summer storms are in the forecast, so stay tuned for the next report from the Kansas Wheat crew on Thursday, June 28.&nbsp;The 2023 Harvest Report is brought to you by the Kansas Wheat Commission, Kansas Association of Wheat Growers, Kansas Grain and Feed Association and the Kansas Cooperative Council. To follow along with harvest updates on Twitter, use #wheatharvest23. Tag us at @kansaswheat on&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001RcEH3aKZfJGoQxfiDY7WYUZ9RbCgxqmoDuHRx1Khz8c07PzsdLLTb8Wr2b3zy2ucbBhAOlgF_rrGsudnMcBtqyBVdIEA0-fsnORSsCtVZxKlcmrWMpQQBUq4toxT_WpE_9DiplTCG29V8SakB-JK7y19nF-1cJl7&amp;c=R9FRjZiKJg59S3KpqkzamMncSi0AdNYp1yBKKkjzPb9Bs_qWekJZjQ==&amp;ch=kDaZifPaA0sgzAx3afa1doWNEsSP10k73fOfBC00WP4jGbm0EYFHTA==" target="_blank">Facebook</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001RcEH3aKZfJGoQxfiDY7WYUZ9RbCgxqmoDuHRx1Khz8c07PzsdLLTb3qzhNVTISQLzM2qCi1N6lHIzfQ6lNbOcCzcZkORMeDl92gXs6b3rFxr7Z68-9UIfp5mxzdu-28_kkNsoyMR2sZ52mBld-7ibXroQNbCT4VH&amp;c=R9FRjZiKJg59S3KpqkzamMncSi0AdNYp1yBKKkjzPb9Bs_qWekJZjQ==&amp;ch=kDaZifPaA0sgzAx3afa1doWNEsSP10k73fOfBC00WP4jGbm0EYFHTA==" target="_blank">Instagram</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001RcEH3aKZfJGoQxfiDY7WYUZ9RbCgxqmoDuHRx1Khz8c07PzsdLLTb8l0_OOXlVTINtWzwzVXQwBpWAu9A4pT4O8lUnuF2L6oipurEdP81b8bWeir1SeMdaCEfQ6Eked61Z0PvxUgKHf4RlzkqSuJ1Zx_4N1catdE&amp;c=R9FRjZiKJg59S3KpqkzamMncSi0AdNYp1yBKKkjzPb9Bs_qWekJZjQ==&amp;ch=kDaZifPaA0sgzAx3afa1doWNEsSP10k73fOfBC00WP4jGbm0EYFHTA==" target="_blank">Twitter</a>&nbsp;to share your harvest story and photos.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Day 6, Kansas Wheat Harvest Report

STERLING, Kan. — Sterling Community Theatre is presenting Disaster Thursday, Friday and Sunday at the Sterling High School Theater. The Thursday and Friday performances are at 7:30 p.m., with a Sunday matinee at 2 p.m.

Larry &amp; Amy Brownlee got a chance to meet one of the writers of the production in person.

"Seth Rudetsky is one of the writers," Larry Brownlee said. "He's a Broadway accompanist, has played for many Broadway shows and he has a talk show on the Broadway Channel on SiriusXM. He was in McPherson doing kind of a live show and we went and saw that show and had a chance just to say hello and at that point we had no idea we'd ever be doing this show."

"There are 34 songs from the 70s in the show," Brownlee said. "Most of the songs, they just play little bits, some of them, they have more of the whole song. It's Captain and Tenille, Linda Ronstadt, Diana Ross, Tony Orlando, B.J. Thomas, Chicago, Michael Jackson, Eddie Money, Helen Reddy, Donna Summer."

The plot follows a group of New Yorkers that attend the opening of a floating casino and disco that is the victim of disaster after disaster. The Sterling troupe is particularly strong for a town its size.

"A lot of that comes from the training in the school system," Brownlee said. "Kids get great training in music and theater. The college program is strong. A lot of people in the community, we've got the Harding family that just moved in. We've got great talent there and that happens fairly often."

Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 students and will be available at the door before each performance.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1687871173655.jpeg" alt="Disaster- Image Courtesy Sterling Community Theatre" />
 <figcaption>Disaster- Image Courtesy Sterling Community Theatre</figcaption>
 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostSTERLING, Kan. — Sterling Community Theatre is presenting Disaster Thursday, Friday and Sunday at the Sterling High School Theater. The Thursday and Friday performances are at 7:30 p.m., with a Sunday matinee at 2 p.m.Larry &amp; Amy Brownlee got a chance to meet one of the writers of the production in person."Seth Rudetsky is one of the writers," Larry Brownlee said. "He's a Broadway accompanist, has played for many Broadway shows and he has a talk show on the Broadway Channel on SiriusXM. He was in McPherson doing kind of a live show and we went and saw that show and had a chance just to say hello and at that point we had no idea we'd ever be doing this show."The show was on Broadway in 2016."There are 34 songs from the 70s in the show," Brownlee said. "Most of the songs, they just play little bits, some of them, they have more of the whole song. It's Captain and Tenille, Linda Ronstadt, Diana Ross, Tony Orlando, B.J. Thomas, Chicago, Michael Jackson, Eddie Money, Helen Reddy, Donna Summer."The plot follows a group of New Yorkers that attend the opening of a floating casino and disco that is the victim of disaster after disaster. The Sterling troupe is particularly strong for a town its size."A lot of that comes from the training in the school system," Brownlee said. "Kids get great training in music and theater. The college program is strong. A lot of people in the community, we've got the Harding family that just moved in. We've got great talent there and that happens fairly often."Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 students and will be available at the door before each performance.<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;