HUTCHINSON, Kan. — After more than 50 years NASA is ready to go to the moon again. On Monday anyone who wants to can watch NASA's coverage of the Artemis I launch Monday on the big screen TVs in Cosmosphere's lobby.

NASA's launch window for Artemis I opens Monday at 8:33 a.m. EDT. The launch window extends two hours from that time. The Artemis program aims to eventually land the first woman and the first person of color on the moon. Standing at 322 feet, the Artemis is about 40 feet shorter than the Saturn V rocket that took man to the moon in the 1960s and 1970s, but it has more a million pounds more thrust than the Saturn V and will be the most powerful rocket ever launched when it takes its maiden flight.

The Cosmosphere's Grand Lobby will open at 7:00 a.m. Monday for any members of the public who want to watch.&nbsp;

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — After more than 50 years NASA is ready to go to the moon again. On Monday anyone who wants to can watch NASA's coverage of the Artemis I launch Monday on the big screen TVs in Cosmosphere's lobby.NASA's launch window for Artemis I opens Monday at 8:33 a.m. EDT. The launch window extends two hours from that time. The Artemis program aims to eventually land the first woman and the first person of color on the moon. Standing at 322 feet, the Artemis is about 40 feet shorter than the Saturn V rocket that took man to the moon in the 1960s and 1970s, but it has more a million pounds more thrust than the Saturn V and will be the most powerful rocket ever launched when it takes its maiden flight.The Cosmosphere's Grand Lobby will open at 7:00 a.m. Monday for any members of the public who want to watch.&nbsp;<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the HutchPost mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily HutchPost email news update.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Cosmosphere to hold watch party for Artemis 1 launch

RENO COUNTY
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A controlled burn got out of control Wednesday afternoon in rural Reno County.

According to Reno County Emergency Management, a little after 4 p.m. Wednesday, Reno County Fire District # 4 was paged to a grass and brush fire in the area of Irish Creek and Partridge. 

  Reno County Fire District # 4 requested Reno Kingman Joint Fire District # 1 and Fire District # 8 for mutual aid. 

   Twelve apparatus and fourteen firefighters along with two support vehicles and three people from Reno County Emergency Management worked to suppress the fire. 

The fire was brought under control a little after 6 p.m.   Units remained on scene to mop up hotspots until 8:15 p.m. Approximately 200 acres burned.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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A controlled burn got out of control Wednesday afternoon in rural Reno County.According to Reno County Emergency Management, a little after 4 p.m. Wednesday, Reno County Fire District # 4 was paged to a grass and brush fire in the area of Irish Creek and Partridge. Reno County Fire District # 4 requested Reno Kingman Joint Fire District # 1 and Fire District # 8 for mutual aid. Twelve apparatus and fourteen firefighters along with two support vehicles and three people from Reno County Emergency Management worked to suppress the fire. The fire was brought under control a little after 6 p.m. Units remained on scene to mop up hotspots until 8:15 p.m. Approximately 200 acres burned.&nbsp;&nbsp;

200 acres burn in rural Reno Co. grass fire Wednesday

HAVEN, Kan. — As students, teachers and students are settling in for the school year at Haven USD 312 so is new Superintendent Craig Idacavage. Idacavage recently took over for the retired Clark Wedel.&nbsp;

Like all other school districts, getting a handle on enrollment figures and how that will affect the budget is something Idacavage is already looking at.

“We’re about the same head count wise, our virtual school is down, and we’ve seen a decline in that over the last couple of years,” Idacavage said. “As we’re coming out of COVID and also we’ve seen an increase in the number of virtual schools.”

Idacavage also is dealing with some of the last minute questions and issues with school lunches now that the free lunch program brought on by COVID has ended.

“One, it’s getting families to fill out that paperwork because it is new, or could be new for some,” Idacavage said. “That plays a huge part in our budget so we’re still trying to figure out what that will look like, and have conversations with families to make sure they get what they need.”&nbsp;

Transportation is also something being watched by schools as many are short of bus drivers. Idacavage says for now they are making it work.

“We could always use more bus drivers,”Idacavage said. “Sheree Jones, our transportation director has done a good job of organizing routes…we’re doing OK&nbsp; but we could always use more.”

If you would like to be a bus driver for Haven USD 312 just go to <a href="http://www.havenschools.com">havenschools.com</a> and click on employment opportunities.

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 </figure>HAVEN, Kan. — As students, teachers and students are settling in for the school year at Haven USD 312 so is new Superintendent Craig Idacavage. Idacavage recently took over for the retired Clark Wedel.&nbsp;Like all other school districts, getting a handle on enrollment figures and how that will affect the budget is something Idacavage is already looking at.“We’re about the same head count wise, our virtual school is down, and we’ve seen a decline in that over the last couple of years,” Idacavage said. “As we’re coming out of COVID and also we’ve seen an increase in the number of virtual schools.”Idacavage also is dealing with some of the last minute questions and issues with school lunches now that the free lunch program brought on by COVID has ended.“One, it’s getting families to fill out that paperwork because it is new, or could be new for some,” Idacavage said. “That plays a huge part in our budget so we’re still trying to figure out what that will look like, and have conversations with families to make sure they get what they need.”&nbsp;Transportation is also something being watched by schools as many are short of bus drivers. Idacavage says for now they are making it work.“We could always use more bus drivers,”Idacavage said. “Sheree Jones, our transportation director has done a good job of organizing routes…we’re doing OK&nbsp; but we could always use more.”If you would like to be a bus driver for Haven USD 312 just go to <a href="http://www.havenschools.com">havenschools.com</a> and click on employment opportunities.

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Haven USD 312, like other districts watching enrollment closely

Clarification: A previous version of this story included potential banner locations on side streets when calculating the number of possible banners. After an email from Marla Booher with the foundation, that sentence has been corrected.

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The rest of the veterans banners from the Vieyra Honors Foundation will go up in mid-September and be up until Veteran's Day. 

The foundation said earlier this month that they sold 85 banners in their first year. There are enough locations for at least that many banners, but they are trying to stay with just Main Street, so will have a specific number once this year's banners are hung.

The foundation said they will be looking for opportunities in the coming year to carry out their vision of supporting Veterans’ programs in Reno County and providing resources through fundraising and awareness initiatives.

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 </figure>Clarification: A previous version of this story included potential banner locations on side streets when calculating the number of possible banners. After an email from Marla Booher with the foundation, that sentence has been corrected.HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The rest of the veterans banners from the Vieyra Honors Foundation will go up in mid-September and be up until Veteran's Day. The foundation said earlier this month that they sold 85 banners in their first year. There are enough locations for at least that many banners, but they are trying to stay with just Main Street, so will have a specific number once this year's banners are hung.The foundation said they will be looking for opportunities in the coming year to carry out their vision of supporting Veterans’ programs in Reno County and providing resources through fundraising and awareness initiatives.

Veterans banner project for this year to be completed next month

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — President Biden's student loan forgiveness proposal will have a minimal impact on students that attended Hutchinson Community College, as the school's default rate is only 2%, according to President Carter File.

"We do a great job of trying to mitigate our default rate by using services to contact students when we know they go into default," File said. "Our student loan default rate is on the very low side of most community colleges."

The proposal would forgive up to $10,000 in debt for those making $125,000 or less per year and up to $20,000 for Pell Grant recipients, who traditionally come from low-income households. Nonetheless, it shouldn't have much impact competitively, either, at least in the short term.

"If a student, a freshman, started two weeks ago, they'll still accumulate debt," File said. "I think it will depend upon how that's handled in the future."

The Biden-Harris Administration is proposing a rule to create a new income-driven repayment plan that will substantially reduce future monthly payments for lower- and middle-income borrowers.

Require borrowers to pay no more than 5% of their discretionary income monthly on undergraduate loans. This is down from the 10% available under the most recent income-driven repayment plan.

Raise the amount of income that is considered non-discretionary income and therefore is protected from repayment, guaranteeing that no borrower earning under 225% of the federal poverty level—about the annual equivalent of a $15 minimum wage for a single borrower—will have to make a monthly payment.

Forgive loan balances after 10 years of payments, instead of 20 years, for borrowers with loan balances of $12,000 or less.

Cover the borrower's unpaid monthly interest, so that unlike other existing income-driven repayment plans, no borrower's loan balance will grow as long as they make their monthly payments—even when that monthly payment is $0 because their income is low. 

File had not had a chance to read through the proposal fully yet when speaking to Hutch Post Wednesday morning.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — President Biden's student loan forgiveness proposal will have a minimal impact on students that attended Hutchinson Community College, as the school's default rate is only 2%, according to President Carter File."We do a great job of trying to mitigate our default rate by using services to contact students when we know they go into default," File said. "Our student loan default rate is on the very low side of most community colleges."The proposal would forgive up to $10,000 in debt for those making $125,000 or less per year and up to $20,000 for Pell Grant recipients, who traditionally come from low-income households. Nonetheless, it shouldn't have much impact competitively, either, at least in the short term."If a student, a freshman, started two weeks ago, they'll still accumulate debt," File said. "I think it will depend upon how that's handled in the future."The Biden-Harris Administration is proposing a rule to create a new income-driven repayment plan that will substantially reduce future monthly payments for lower- and middle-income borrowers.The rule would:Require borrowers to pay no more than 5% of their discretionary income monthly on undergraduate loans. This is down from the 10% available under the most recent income-driven repayment plan.Raise the amount of income that is considered non-discretionary income and therefore is protected from repayment, guaranteeing that no borrower earning under 225% of the federal poverty level—about the annual equivalent of a $15 minimum wage for a single borrower—will have to make a monthly payment.Forgive loan balances after 10 years of payments, instead of 20 years, for borrowers with loan balances of $12,000 or less.Cover the borrower's unpaid monthly interest, so that unlike other existing income-driven repayment plans, no borrower's loan balance will grow as long as they make their monthly payments—even when that monthly payment is $0 because their income is low. File had not had a chance to read through the proposal fully yet when speaking to Hutch Post Wednesday morning.

Student loan forgiveness will have minimal effect on HutchCC


HUTCHINSON,
Kan. — 
A cornhole tournament and silent auction is coming up Sunday in Hutchinson to help out the Jones family. Brandon Strawn and Tracy Peterson are hosting the event, which will start at 4 p.m. that afternoon at 1221 East 23rd.

This is a bring your own partner tournament. Winners will receive a Blackstone grill, donated by&nbsp;B&amp;B Hydraulics and AJ's. There will be a silent auction and a raffle, with items like Kansas City Chiefs tickets, guided hunts, cornhole boards and more.

All proceeds will go to the Jones Family Fund.

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HUTCHINSON,
Kan. — 
A cornhole tournament and silent auction is coming up Sunday in Hutchinson to help out the Jones family. Brandon Strawn and Tracy Peterson are hosting the event, which will start at 4 p.m. that afternoon at 1221 East 23rd.This is a bring your own partner tournament. Winners will receive a Blackstone grill, donated by&nbsp;B&amp;B Hydraulics and AJ's. There will be a silent auction and a raffle, with items like Kansas City Chiefs tickets, guided hunts, cornhole boards and more.All proceeds will go to the Jones Family Fund.

Cornhole tournament for Jones family coming up Sunday

SOUTH HUTCHINSON – A nuisance case that the City of South Hutchinson says has been ongoing for more than a year may be heading towards a resolution.

According to a release from the city, the municipal court ruled against property owner, Jack Adrian, for failing to take any substantive action on the property and handed down a $1,100 fine along with the threat of daily fines and potential incarceration if he did not take immediate steps to mitigate the nuisance.

The property, located at 100 South Main Street has been filled with abandoned and inoperable vehicles. It was also littered with an assortment of trash and debris, tall grass and weeds, and environmental hazards like old oil filters piled on the ground. Additionally, the exterior paint and façade deteriorated, and the roof had become so damaged and compromised that the owner had taken to holding it down with used tires and a strap tethered to one of the abandoned vehicles, according to the city.

City Manager Joe Turner says the city repeatedly attempted to work in good faith with Adrian for many months after Turner was hired. The judge ordered Adrian to have a written contract in hand to repair or replace the roof by Friday, September 23rd. Failure to do so may result in daily fines of $100 and potential incarceration. Adrian was also given until the end of October to complete the roof repairs.

In the release, Turner said he had expressed frustration at the municipal court’s lax attitude towards code enforcement which he says has stymied efforts to clean up blight and dilapidated buildings. Recently, he asked the governing body for direct oversight of its operations which was tabled pending further review and discussion.

Turner stated that the city is going to ramp up enforcement and turn their attention to some of the problem properties along the State and Poplar street corridor.

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 </figure>SOUTH HUTCHINSON – A nuisance case that the City of South Hutchinson says has been ongoing for more than a year may be heading towards a resolution.According to a release from the city, the municipal court ruled against property owner, Jack Adrian, for failing to take any substantive action on the property and handed down a $1,100 fine along with the threat of daily fines and potential incarceration if he did not take immediate steps to mitigate the nuisance.The property, located at 100 South Main Street has been filled with abandoned and inoperable vehicles. It was also littered with an assortment of trash and debris, tall grass and weeds, and environmental hazards like old oil filters piled on the ground. Additionally, the exterior paint and façade deteriorated, and the roof had become so damaged and compromised that the owner had taken to holding it down with used tires and a strap tethered to one of the abandoned vehicles, according to the city.City Manager Joe Turner says the city repeatedly attempted to work in good faith with Adrian for many months after Turner was hired. The judge ordered Adrian to have a written contract in hand to repair or replace the roof by Friday, September 23rd. Failure to do so may result in daily fines of $100 and potential incarceration. Adrian was also given until the end of October to complete the roof repairs.In the release, Turner said he had expressed frustration at the municipal court’s lax attitude towards code enforcement which he says has stymied efforts to clean up blight and dilapidated buildings. Recently, he asked the governing body for direct oversight of its operations which was tabled pending further review and discussion.Turner stated that the city is going to ramp up enforcement and turn their attention to some of the problem properties along the State and Poplar street corridor.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the HutchPost mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily HutchPost email news update.

Owner of  South Hutchinson used car lot ordered to make repairs

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Fire Department said earlier this week that the<a href="https://www.applicantpro.com/openings/hutchgov/jobs/2284310/KS-Kansas/Hutchinson/Firefighter?fbclid=IwAR1CHRS23fRVYkOUSX8FmLTumH_0YduMMOkY98UVb8O1mTt25LK7A0J3OcM"> deadline to apply for its next firefighter class is Friday</a>. The class will start September 6.

HFD protects 50,000 residents and covers 108 square miles encompassing the City of Hutchinson and suburban and rural Reno County Fire District #2.

HFD has 89 uniformed members and 1 civilian employee and operates 6 engine companies, 2 truck companies, and Crossman 10 brush trucks, 2 water tenders, 2 reserve engines, and a heavy rescue trailer from 6 strategically located fire stations.

New firefighter recruits that join the department must complete an 8-week academy conducted by the HFD Fire Training Division. The Recruit Academy consists of courses designed to review IFSAC and the NFPA Standard 1001, Firefighter I and II skills, Hazardous Materials Operations skills, Kansas Emergency Medical Technician skills, and HFD policies and procedures. Recruits are tested and evaluated weekly throughout the process on both written and practical skills, and are given both a final written exam and a practical skills test. Recruits must pass all exams with a minimum score of 70%.

The department works a modified 56-hour work week. Firefighters are required to work 24-hour shift assignments - living, eating, and sleeping at the station for the entire period (including weekends and holidays), and may be required to work overtime with little or no notice.&nbsp; 

Firefighters work 10 days per month with 4 consecutive days off occurring 3-4 times per month. The schedule then repeats.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Fire Department said earlier this week that the<a href="https://www.applicantpro.com/openings/hutchgov/jobs/2284310/KS-Kansas/Hutchinson/Firefighter?fbclid=IwAR1CHRS23fRVYkOUSX8FmLTumH_0YduMMOkY98UVb8O1mTt25LK7A0J3OcM"> deadline to apply for its next firefighter class is Friday</a>. The class will start September 6.HFD protects 50,000 residents and covers 108 square miles encompassing the City of Hutchinson and suburban and rural Reno County Fire District #2.HFD has 89 uniformed members and 1 civilian employee and operates 6 engine companies, 2 truck companies, and Crossman 10 brush trucks, 2 water tenders, 2 reserve engines, and a heavy rescue trailer from 6 strategically located fire stations.New firefighter recruits that join the department must complete an 8-week academy conducted by the HFD Fire Training Division. The Recruit Academy consists of courses designed to review IFSAC and the NFPA Standard 1001, Firefighter I and II skills, Hazardous Materials Operations skills, Kansas Emergency Medical Technician skills, and HFD policies and procedures. Recruits are tested and evaluated weekly throughout the process on both written and practical skills, and are given both a final written exam and a practical skills test. Recruits must pass all exams with a minimum score of 70%.The department works a modified 56-hour work week. Firefighters are required to work 24-hour shift assignments - living, eating, and sleeping at the station for the entire period (including weekends and holidays), and may be required to work overtime with little or no notice.&nbsp; Firefighters work 10 days per month with 4 consecutive days off occurring 3-4 times per month. The schedule then repeats.

Firefighter application deadline is Friday

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Last week, the City of Hutchinson notified the public that the temporary traffic signal located at the intersection of 30th and Lucille will be removed later this month. That has generated a lot of discussion and very different opinions on removal of the signal.

“The safety and wellbeing of our residents remains the top priority of the city,” Interim City Manager Gary Meagher said. “We want to be transparent and help those with concerns understand how we reached this decision.”

A statement released by the city on Tuesday stated that the stoplight was never meant to be permanent as it was installed to mitigate a potential temporary traffic issue caused by the 43rd Avenue bridge closing. Based on traffic studies done at the intersection and established safety standards, a traffic light at this intersection counterintuitively creates the potential for more crashes and increases liability on the city. Additionally, a permanent signal creates more delays at the intersection than other alternatives and is costly both to install and maintain.

The City says the Hutchinson Engineering Department along with their consulting engineer did a traffic volume warrant analysis and looked at the crash history of the intersection. Traffic counts were done for 3-4 weeks during the day. The study showed none of the traffic volume warrants were met. In this case. The study did include traffic flow during the start and end times of the school district and Prairie Hills Middle School.

Looking back on traffic records, there have been a few accidents at that location but none the city says would have been prevented by a controlled intersection. One was a driver that was trying to beat a school bus at the intersection, two rear end vehicle collisions, three vehicles that hit deer, and one vehicle that hit a dog. None were injury accidents.

The city also stated that allowing the signal to only be in operation during ingress and egress of school would only confuse motorists and make the intersection more dangerous. A roundabout could be installed but that would be expensive and would require land acquisition. Other options discussed included a four-way-stop which would cause further delay, and establishing a school zone which the city says is not appropriate or beneficial to the area since there are no clear pedestrian paths or crossings along both 30th and Lucille.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Last week, the City of Hutchinson notified the public that the temporary traffic signal located at the intersection of 30th and Lucille will be removed later this month. That has generated a lot of discussion and very different opinions on removal of the signal.“The safety and wellbeing of our residents remains the top priority of the city,” Interim City Manager Gary Meagher said. “We want to be transparent and help those with concerns understand how we reached this decision.”A statement released by the city on Tuesday stated that the stoplight was never meant to be permanent as it was installed to mitigate a potential temporary traffic issue caused by the 43rd Avenue bridge closing. Based on traffic studies done at the intersection and established safety standards, a traffic light at this intersection counterintuitively creates the potential for more crashes and increases liability on the city. Additionally, a permanent signal creates more delays at the intersection than other alternatives and is costly both to install and maintain.The City says the Hutchinson Engineering Department along with their consulting engineer did a traffic volume warrant analysis and looked at the crash history of the intersection. Traffic counts were done for 3-4 weeks during the day. The study showed none of the traffic volume warrants were met. In this case. The study did include traffic flow during the start and end times of the school district and Prairie Hills Middle School.Looking back on traffic records, there have been a few accidents at that location but none the city says would have been prevented by a controlled intersection. One was a driver that was trying to beat a school bus at the intersection, two rear end vehicle collisions, three vehicles that hit deer, and one vehicle that hit a dog. None were injury accidents.The city also stated that allowing the signal to only be in operation during ingress and egress of school would only confuse motorists and make the intersection more dangerous. A roundabout could be installed but that would be expensive and would require land acquisition. Other options discussed included a four-way-stop which would cause further delay, and establishing a school zone which the city says is not appropriate or beneficial to the area since there are no clear pedestrian paths or crossings along both 30th and Lucille.&nbsp;<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the HutchPost mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily HutchPost email news update.&nbsp;&nbsp;

City releases statement on 30th and Lucille traffic signal

TODD VOGTS Moundridge Arts Council

MOUNDRIDGE, Kan. — Moundridge native singer-songwriter Nikki Moddlemog will be performing in her hometown&nbsp; with Dennis Hardin and Susan Mayo for the Moundridge Arts Council’s free Labor Day concert.

The trio, called Moddelmog and Hardin with a Side of Mayo, will take the stage at 7 p.m. on Sept. 3. The concert will be held at Cloud Nine Venue, located at 205 Avenue A. in Moundridge.

Moddlemog grew up in the community as the daughter of Bob and Delonna Barnett.

Moddelmog started singing in the Eden Mennonite Church and the Moundridge High School choirs, but didn’t start pursuing music and performing seriously until after college when she moved to Wichita.

For more information about Moddelmog, visit <a href="https://www.nikkimoddelmog.com/">nikkimoddlemog.com</a> or find her on iTunes or Spotify.

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 </figure>TODD VOGTS Moundridge Arts CouncilMOUNDRIDGE, Kan. — Moundridge native singer-songwriter Nikki Moddlemog will be performing in her hometown&nbsp; with Dennis Hardin and Susan Mayo for the Moundridge Arts Council’s free Labor Day concert.The trio, called Moddelmog and Hardin with a Side of Mayo, will take the stage at 7 p.m. on Sept. 3. The concert will be held at Cloud Nine Venue, located at 205 Avenue A. in Moundridge.Moddlemog grew up in the community as the daughter of Bob and Delonna Barnett.Moddelmog started singing in the Eden Mennonite Church and the Moundridge High School choirs, but didn’t start pursuing music and performing seriously until after college when she moved to Wichita.For more information about Moddelmog, visit <a href="https://www.nikkimoddelmog.com/">nikkimoddlemog.com</a> or find her on iTunes or Spotify.

Moundridge Arts Council brings local musicians in for Labor Day weekend

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Reno County Commissioners approved a contract Tuesday for a major bridge project for later this year. The county wants to replace the Cow Creek bridge that connects Willowbrook and Wilson Road.&nbsp;

King Construction of Hesston was the low bid on the bridge at $1,532,003. The new bridge will be a four-span, 226-foot long reinforced concrete bridge that will replace the current structure which is aging beyond its lifespan.&nbsp;

The bridge serves as the only access between Willowbrook and Wilson Road to the west. Because of that, the new bridge will be built adjacent to the old one and then the old one will be torn down. Reno County Public Works felt this would be better than a temporary road due to the unpredictable rise and fall of Cow Creek during bad weather.

Construction could start late this year, but will probably be some time in 2023, according to public works.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Reno County Commissioners approved a contract Tuesday for a major bridge project for later this year. The county wants to replace the Cow Creek bridge that connects Willowbrook and Wilson Road.&nbsp;King Construction of Hesston was the low bid on the bridge at $1,532,003. The new bridge will be a four-span, 226-foot long reinforced concrete bridge that will replace the current structure which is aging beyond its lifespan.&nbsp;The bridge serves as the only access between Willowbrook and Wilson Road to the west. Because of that, the new bridge will be built adjacent to the old one and then the old one will be torn down. Reno County Public Works felt this would be better than a temporary road due to the unpredictable rise and fall of Cow Creek during bad weather.Construction could start late this year, but will probably be some time in 2023, according to public works.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the HutchPost mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily HutchPost email news update.

New bridge planned for road to Willowbrook

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Work is under way for a major renovation to Farmington Park. 

The park, located along Elm and Curtis Streets north of 30th, will see a new looped walking trail around the southeast section of the park, a linear walking trail from the loop to Walnut Street, A handicap-accessible crossing over the drainage canal, a new picnic shelter northwest of the main playground, and a full basketball court close to Farmington Road.&nbsp; Also included in the project is a concrete pad with privacy fence for seasonal portable toilets, along with aesthetic and drainage improvements to the canal. The total cost of the project is about $390,000.

This project is the culmination of four years of advocacy by residents around the park that began with the selection of the "Farmington Park Neighborhood" name in 2018 to highlight the park's importance. In 2019 residents partnered with the Hutchinson Parks Department for improvements to and around the gazebo, with volunteers re-staining the gazebo while the city upgraded the electrical service to it and installed a larger park grill. 

Also in 2019, residents received a $2,500 Make It Greater grant from the Hutchinson Community Foundation for park benches. In 2020, residents received another Make It Greater grant to plant more trees in the park.

<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the HutchPost mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily HutchPost email news update&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Work is under way for a major renovation to Farmington Park. The park, located along Elm and Curtis Streets north of 30th, will see a new looped walking trail around the southeast section of the park, a linear walking trail from the loop to Walnut Street, A handicap-accessible crossing over the drainage canal, a new picnic shelter northwest of the main playground, and a full basketball court close to Farmington Road.&nbsp; Also included in the project is a concrete pad with privacy fence for seasonal portable toilets, along with aesthetic and drainage improvements to the canal. The total cost of the project is about $390,000.This project is the culmination of four years of advocacy by residents around the park that began with the selection of the "Farmington Park Neighborhood" name in 2018 to highlight the park's importance. In 2019 residents partnered with the Hutchinson Parks Department for improvements to and around the gazebo, with volunteers re-staining the gazebo while the city upgraded the electrical service to it and installed a larger park grill. Also in 2019, residents received a $2,500 Make It Greater grant from the Hutchinson Community Foundation for park benches. In 2020, residents received another Make It Greater grant to plant more trees in the park.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the HutchPost mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily HutchPost email news update&nbsp;&nbsp;

Hutchinson's Farmington Park getting face lift

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Youth Council has set the dates for its application process. The Youth Council will be composed of 5 elected members who will be charged with representing youth in the City of Hutchinson.

The Youth City Council will be overseen by an advisory board consisting of the following members:&nbsp;

Steve Garza, Michael Jobe, Francis Garcia, Scott Jewell, Darryl Peterson, Heather Jobe and Esmeralda Tovar-Mora.

Increase youth voice and communication in Hutchinson’s future direction.

Increase volunteerism among youth and adults in civic affairs, and enhance civic education

Youth Council members will be selected through a competitive application process. An ideal youth council will be composed of a diverse group of young people that will represent ALL youth in Hutchinson. 

The primary criterion for selection will be a demonstration that the young person wants to make a difference in Hutchinson.

Youth Council voting members will be comprised of: President, Vice-President, Treasurer, Secretary, and Activities Director. The office of Vice-President is reserved for 8th&nbsp;Grade students only. The office of Secretary is reserved for 7th&nbsp;Grade students only.

Youth Council applications will be distributed through the schools Wednesday, August 24th. Applications will be due Wednesday, Sept 7th. Please return completed applications to your school principal or guidance counselor, or to City Hall. Finalists will be contacted no later than Monday, September 12th&nbsp;with instructions. Final candidates can expect to attend a live forum on Saturday, Sept 17th, with the time to be announced later.

If you have additional questions about the City of Hutchinson Youth Council, please contact councilman Steve Garza at <a href="mailto:steve.garza@hutchgov.com">steve.garza@hutchgov.com</a>.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Youth Council has set the dates for its application process. The Youth Council will be composed of 5 elected members who will be charged with representing youth in the City of Hutchinson.The Youth City Council will be overseen by an advisory board consisting of the following members:&nbsp;Steve Garza, Michael Jobe, Francis Garcia, Scott Jewell, Darryl Peterson, Heather Jobe and Esmeralda Tovar-Mora. The Youth Council will:Increase youth voice and communication in Hutchinson’s future direction.Increase volunteerism among youth and adults in civic affairs, and enhance civic educationYouth Council members will be selected through a competitive application process. An ideal youth council will be composed of a diverse group of young people that will represent ALL youth in Hutchinson. The primary criterion for selection will be a demonstration that the young person wants to make a difference in Hutchinson.Youth Council voting members will be comprised of: President, Vice-President, Treasurer, Secretary, and Activities Director. The office of Vice-President is reserved for 8th&nbsp;Grade students only. The office of Secretary is reserved for 7th&nbsp;Grade students only.Youth Council applications will be distributed through the schools Wednesday, August 24th. Applications will be due Wednesday, Sept 7th. Please return completed applications to your school principal or guidance counselor, or to City Hall. Finalists will be contacted no later than Monday, September 12th&nbsp;with instructions. Final candidates can expect to attend a live forum on Saturday, Sept 17th, with the time to be announced later.If you have additional questions about the City of Hutchinson Youth Council, please contact councilman Steve Garza at <a href="mailto:steve.garza@hutchgov.com">steve.garza@hutchgov.com</a>.

Youth Council applications out Wednesday

ATCHISON COUNTY —Law enforcement in Atchison arrested a woman on a warrant from Newton Monday.

On Monday, police arrested 32-year-old&nbsp; Julian D. Geiger, on a Newton Kansas Municipal Court warrant for failure to appear in court, according to Police Chief Mike Wilson.

Geiger is being held without bond, according to online jail records. 

She has previous drug convictions and one for disorderly conduct in Brown County, according to the Kansas Department of Corrections.

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 </figure>ATCHISON COUNTY —Law enforcement in Atchison arrested a woman on a warrant from Newton Monday.On Monday, police arrested 32-year-old&nbsp; Julian D. Geiger, on a Newton Kansas Municipal Court warrant for failure to appear in court, according to Police Chief Mike Wilson.Geiger is being held without bond, according to online jail records. She has previous drug convictions and one for disorderly conduct in Brown County, according to the Kansas Department of Corrections.

Kansas woman wanted in Newton jailed in NE Kansas

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — A Hutchinson man whose robbery and kidnapping convictions were overturned by the Kansas Court of Appeals, only to be convicted at a second trial will have his case go back before that same court.

Sixty-one-year-old Leroy Randall is appealing his length of sentence. Randall was convicted in March of 2020 on five counts including aggravated robbery and two counts of kidnapping.

Randall was originally sentenced to nearly 25 years for the robbery of the Dollar General store in 2015. During the case, Randall tried to represent himself after going through six attorneys. His case and first trial wandered through the court system for more than two years.&nbsp;

When Randall suffered numerous health issues, Judge Joe McCarville appointed an attorney and refused to let him represent himself. The Court of Appeals ruled that McCarville erred in that action and granted a new trial.&nbsp;

The new hearing will be without oral arguments as part of the summary calendar and is tentatively scheduled for Sept. 10.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — A Hutchinson man whose robbery and kidnapping convictions were overturned by the Kansas Court of Appeals, only to be convicted at a second trial will have his case go back before that same court.Sixty-one-year-old Leroy Randall is appealing his length of sentence. Randall was convicted in March of 2020 on five counts including aggravated robbery and two counts of kidnapping.Randall was originally sentenced to nearly 25 years for the robbery of the Dollar General store in 2015. During the case, Randall tried to represent himself after going through six attorneys. His case and first trial wandered through the court system for more than two years.&nbsp;When Randall suffered numerous health issues, Judge Joe McCarville appointed an attorney and refused to let him represent himself. The Court of Appeals ruled that McCarville erred in that action and granted a new trial.&nbsp;The new hearing will be without oral arguments as part of the summary calendar and is tentatively scheduled for Sept. 10.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the HutchPost mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily HutchPost email news update.

Hutchinson kidnapping case back before the court of appeals


HUTCHINSON,
Kan. — 
The Reno County Museum is looking for the letter recipients that had materials in the 1972 time capsule unearthed earlier this month. 

Contact the museum at 620-662-1184 or email <a href="mailto:david@renocomuseum.org">david@renocomuseum.org</a> or <a href="mailto:thomas@renocomuseum.org">thomas@renocomuseum.org</a>.

From: Earl Stoughton To: Earl, Jerry, Debbie Polk and Charles, Cathy, Carol and Christine Adams

From: Gary Joseph Banz To:&nbsp;Bradley Joseph Banz.

From: Bryan Betts To: Keith, Bryan and Georgia Betts.

From: Unknown To: Megan Cunningham.

From: Dennis and Sharon Epperson To: Dennis Lynn and Sharon Jean Epperson.

From: Patsy Harman To: Vickie Harman

From: L.L. Heter To: Steve, Jay Allen, Judy Diana, Marlene, Jeff, Jace, Sally, Annette, Jon, Timmy.

From: Loxi Wehmeyer To: Jaehde and Lois (c/o Bob Andereck)

From: David Kearney To: David Kearney

From:&nbsp;Kenneth and Barbara Pierce To: Kenneth Edgar, Katherine Margaret and Kevin Michael&nbsp;&nbsp;

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HUTCHINSON,
Kan. — 
The Reno County Museum is looking for the letter recipients that had materials in the 1972 time capsule unearthed earlier this month. Contact the museum at 620-662-1184 or email <a href="mailto:david@renocomuseum.org">david@renocomuseum.org</a> or <a href="mailto:thomas@renocomuseum.org">thomas@renocomuseum.org</a>. From: Earl Stoughton To: Earl, Jerry, Debbie Polk and Charles, Cathy, Carol and Christine AdamsFrom: Gary Joseph Banz To:&nbsp;Bradley Joseph Banz.From: Bryan Betts To: Keith, Bryan and Georgia Betts.From: Unknown To: Megan Cunningham.From: Dennis and Sharon Epperson To: Dennis Lynn and Sharon Jean Epperson.From: Patsy Harman To: Vickie HarmanFrom: L.L. Heter To: Steve, Jay Allen, Judy Diana, Marlene, Jeff, Jace, Sally, Annette, Jon, Timmy.From: Loxi Wehmeyer To: Jaehde and Lois (c/o Bob Andereck)From: David Kearney To: David KearneyFrom:&nbsp;Kenneth and Barbara Pierce To: Kenneth Edgar, Katherine Margaret and Kevin Michael&nbsp;&nbsp;

Museum looking for letter recipients

HUTCHINSON,
Kan. — 
USD 308 Budget Director Sheila Meggers provided a presentation to the Board of Education Monday night that outlined how the district gets its money and how it spends that money.

The state funding is based on $4,846 per pupil, but it isn't quite that simple because weightings allow for the district to get additional funding for students that will cost more to educate.

This student count with additional weightings is roughly in line with what it was in 2019-2020 before the pandemic.

Even though the actual enrollment in the district has gone down, the At-Risk weighting has come up almost to match it.

The lion's share of the funding for the district comes down from either the state or federal level.

Though obviously, taxpayers also pay state and federal taxes in addition to their local property tax, it's important to explain that it is those higher level policymakers that decide a lot of how much money comes in, rather than the local school board.

So, how is the money spent? A lot of it goes to instruction.

Here is that same money, as a pie chart, to show the percentages.

Meggers said the mill levy for the district is actually projected to go down.

According to the Revenue Neutral Rate slide from Meggers presentation, the district is due to levy $6,036,676 in property tax on their approximately $78 million budget. This is down from $6,084,855 last year. The main reason they can do that is that bond and interest is shrinking quickly, with the district's bonded indebtedness down just over $9 million from last year. The Capital Outlay portion of the mill levy is going up, though, and thus they are required to hold the Revenue Neutral Rate hearing.

The Revenue Neutral Rate Hearing will be held&nbsp;at 5:45 p.m. and the Budget hearing at 5:50 p.m. on September 12.

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Kan. — 
USD 308 Budget Director Sheila Meggers provided a presentation to the Board of Education Monday night that outlined how the district gets its money and how it spends that money.The state funding is based on $4,846 per pupil, but it isn't quite that simple because weightings allow for the district to get additional funding for students that will cost more to educate.<figure>
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 </figure>Even though the actual enrollment in the district has gone down, the At-Risk weighting has come up almost to match it.The lion's share of the funding for the district comes down from either the state or federal level.<figure>
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 </figure>According to the Revenue Neutral Rate slide from Meggers presentation, the district is due to levy $6,036,676 in property tax on their approximately $78 million budget. This is down from $6,084,855 last year. The main reason they can do that is that bond and interest is shrinking quickly, with the district's bonded indebtedness down just over $9 million from last year. The Capital Outlay portion of the mill levy is going up, though, and thus they are required to hold the Revenue Neutral Rate hearing.<figure>
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 </figure>The Revenue Neutral Rate Hearing will be held&nbsp;at 5:45 p.m. and the Budget hearing at 5:50 p.m. on September 12.

Most of USD 308 budget is state funding

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Advance voting is underway for patrons in Pretty Prairie USD 311 on the $10.4 million bond issue. Mailed out ballots are already out to patrons and advance voting in person got underway Monday, at the Reno County Clerk’s office at the annex.&nbsp;

The funds would go to make major renovations to the middle school gymnasium making it the major sporting venue. It also includes expanded locker rooms, a concession area and more space. The funds would also make major repairs and maintenance to all of the district's facilities.

The general vote on the bond issue is set for Tuesday, Sept. 6.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Advance voting is underway for patrons in Pretty Prairie USD 311 on the $10.4 million bond issue. Mailed out ballots are already out to patrons and advance voting in person got underway Monday, at the Reno County Clerk’s office at the annex.&nbsp;The funds would go to make major renovations to the middle school gymnasium making it the major sporting venue. It also includes expanded locker rooms, a concession area and more space. The funds would also make major repairs and maintenance to all of the district's facilities.The general vote on the bond issue is set for Tuesday, Sept. 6.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the HutchPost mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily HutchPost email news update.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Advance voting under way for USD 311 bond issue

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Reno County Commissioners approved the consent agreement that could be the first step in providing water to the Yoder Rural Water District 101.&nbsp;

During Tuesday’s meeting, the board approved the agreement with the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE). The city of Hutchinson is considering selling water to the small rural water district after several attempts to rid the area of high nitrate levels failed to produce the necessary results.&nbsp;

The water district located north of Yoder has been out of compliance for nitrate levels for more than a year. Much discussion centered around getting the infrastructure in place and if any savings could be recognized by combining several projects at once including the renovation of two rural sewer districts in the area. Public Works Director Don Brittain said it was too early to see if any such savings was possible.&nbsp;

There was also discussion on water rates for the rural water district as an increase will be necessary to pay for the infrastructure to get water to the area. Brittain noted that they should increase rates now and begin generating funds to help pay for the construction work and the cost of the water when it's available. That matter will be back before the County Commission in September.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Reno County Commissioners approved the consent agreement that could be the first step in providing water to the Yoder Rural Water District 101.&nbsp;During Tuesday’s meeting, the board approved the agreement with the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE). The city of Hutchinson is considering selling water to the small rural water district after several attempts to rid the area of high nitrate levels failed to produce the necessary results.&nbsp;The water district located north of Yoder has been out of compliance for nitrate levels for more than a year. Much discussion centered around getting the infrastructure in place and if any savings could be recognized by combining several projects at once including the renovation of two rural sewer districts in the area. Public Works Director Don Brittain said it was too early to see if any such savings was possible.&nbsp;There was also discussion on water rates for the rural water district as an increase will be necessary to pay for the infrastructure to get water to the area. Brittain noted that they should increase rates now and begin generating funds to help pay for the construction work and the cost of the water when it's available. That matter will be back before the County Commission in September.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the HutchPost mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily HutchPost email news update.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Reno County Commission approves KDHE water contract

HUTCHINSON,
Kan. — 
When a patient suffers a stroke, Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System knows time is the key to protecting the brain.

"During a stroke, 32,000 brain cells die per second," said Julie Wiens, RN, Stroke Program Certification Coordinator with Hutchinson Regional. "Stroke victims who have blockages in the large vessels of the brain lose 2 million neurons per minute. We have a saying in stroke care. Time is brain."

A brain attack, which is what a stroke is, is every bit as dangerous as a heart attack, and even more so in some respects.

"Not to minimize heart attacks, because I certainly don't want to do that," said Bobbie Starks, RN and Stroke Program Leader. "The heart has a better intrinsic ability to regenerate and heal than what the brain does. When those neurons are dead and gone, they are irrevocably dead and gone, unfortunately."

Because of that, when you see the signs of stroke, you need to do something immediately.

"B stands for balance," Wiens said. "Is the person suddenly having trouble with balance or coordination? Are they dizzy? Do they have a headache?

E stands for eyes. Is the person experiencing suddenly blurred or double vision or loss of vision in one or both eyes? This occurs without pain.

F stands for face drooping, does one side of the face droop, or is it numb? You test for this by asking the person to smile and look at their face and see if one side of their mouth is higher than the other.

A stands for arm weakness. Is one arm or leg weak or numb? You test for this by asking the person to raise both arms up out in front of themselves, like they are holding a platter and watch them for a moment and see, does one arm drift downward?

S is for speech. It's speech difficulty. Is the speech slurred? Are they unable to speak? Are they hard to understand? Do they not make any sense whatsoever? Ask the person to repeat a simple phrase like, the sky is blue or you can't teach an old dog new tricks. Is the sentence repeated correctly? If not, that could be a stroke.

T is for time. Time is brain. If the person shows any of these symptoms, even if the symptoms go away, please get them to the hospital immediately."

Stroke is a situation where you need the lights and siren and the care in route to the hospital, so calling an ambulance is the right course of action, because the loss of function potential is so great that it outweighs any financial concerns. Stroke is the No. 5 cause of death and a leading cause of disability in the nation. 

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Kan. — 
When a patient suffers a stroke, Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System knows time is the key to protecting the brain."During a stroke, 32,000 brain cells die per second," said Julie Wiens, RN, Stroke Program Certification Coordinator with Hutchinson Regional. "Stroke victims who have blockages in the large vessels of the brain lose 2 million neurons per minute. We have a saying in stroke care. Time is brain."A brain attack, which is what a stroke is, is every bit as dangerous as a heart attack, and even more so in some respects."Not to minimize heart attacks, because I certainly don't want to do that," said Bobbie Starks, RN and Stroke Program Leader. "The heart has a better intrinsic ability to regenerate and heal than what the brain does. When those neurons are dead and gone, they are irrevocably dead and gone, unfortunately."Because of that, when you see the signs of stroke, you need to do something immediately."B stands for balance," Wiens said. "Is the person suddenly having trouble with balance or coordination? Are they dizzy? Do they have a headache?E stands for eyes. Is the person experiencing suddenly blurred or double vision or loss of vision in one or both eyes? This occurs without pain.F stands for face drooping, does one side of the face droop, or is it numb? You test for this by asking the person to smile and look at their face and see if one side of their mouth is higher than the other.A stands for arm weakness. Is one arm or leg weak or numb? You test for this by asking the person to raise both arms up out in front of themselves, like they are holding a platter and watch them for a moment and see, does one arm drift downward?S is for speech. It's speech difficulty. Is the speech slurred? Are they unable to speak? Are they hard to understand? Do they not make any sense whatsoever? Ask the person to repeat a simple phrase like, the sky is blue or you can't teach an old dog new tricks. Is the sentence repeated correctly? If not, that could be a stroke.T is for time. Time is brain. If the person shows any of these symptoms, even if the symptoms go away, please get them to the hospital immediately."Stroke is a situation where you need the lights and siren and the care in route to the hospital, so calling an ambulance is the right course of action, because the loss of function potential is so great that it outweighs any financial concerns. Stroke is the No. 5 cause of death and a leading cause of disability in the nation.

Hutch Regional: During stroke, time is brain 

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Three more practitioners have joined the Hutchinson Primary Care Associates, a family practice clinic at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. Joining the Hutchinson Primary Care Associates team will be Jessica Knight; Alex Jones; and Corwin Nozari. They will join Dr. Rogena Johnson, MD, who opened the clinic within the hospital in March 2022.

Jones joins Hutchinson Regional following a nine-year career in healthcare, which started in 2013 as a Registered Nurse in the Emergency Department for Via Christi-St. Francis Hospital in Wichita. Other career stops include the Clara Barton Hospital in Hoisington, the Sumer County Hospital in Caldwell, and for the past four-and-one half years, Jones has been employed by the Hunter Health Clinic in Wichita.

Jones received a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from Wichita State University in 2012 followed by a Masters Degree as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (FNP) from Fort Hays State University in 2017.

Knight joins Hutchinson Primary Care Associates after spending the past ten years as a Registered Nurse with several healthcare organizations. In 2012, Knight started her nursing career with St. Luke’s Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri before a move to UPMC Altoona in Altoona, Pennsylvania. Other career stops included Marion General Hospital in Marion, Indiana, and Mercy South Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri. During the past three years, Knight has been employed by the Wesley Medical Center in Wichita.

Knight is a 2008 graduate of the University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg, Missouri followed by a Master’s of Science in Nursing from Maryville University in St. Louis, Missouri. She achieved a distinction of graduating Summa Cum Laude in both her undergraduate and graduate studies with a 4.0 grade point average, an honor achieved by less than .5 percent of all college graduates.

Nozari’s first job in healthcare was as an Emergency Medical Technician in 2013 followed by a two-year stint as the Referral Coordinator at GraceMed Health Clinic in Wichita. Next, Nozari moved to DaVita Dialysis as a patient Care Technician and in August 2018 he was selected by St. Louis University to assist the school in establishing the college’s Physician Assistant (PA) program.

Nozari is a 2015 graduate of Newman University in Wichita with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biological Sciences and he received a Master of Medical Science, Physician Assistant Studies at St. Louis University in St. Louis, Missouri. His certifications include Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support, Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician and Emergency Medical Technician.

Appointments with Hutchinson Primary Care Associates can be made by calling 620-513-4850.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Three more practitioners have joined the Hutchinson Primary Care Associates, a family practice clinic at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. Joining the Hutchinson Primary Care Associates team will be Jessica Knight; Alex Jones; and Corwin Nozari. They will join Dr. Rogena Johnson, MD, who opened the clinic within the hospital in March 2022.Jones joins Hutchinson Regional following a nine-year career in healthcare, which started in 2013 as a Registered Nurse in the Emergency Department for Via Christi-St. Francis Hospital in Wichita. Other career stops include the Clara Barton Hospital in Hoisington, the Sumer County Hospital in Caldwell, and for the past four-and-one half years, Jones has been employed by the Hunter Health Clinic in Wichita.Jones received a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from Wichita State University in 2012 followed by a Masters Degree as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (FNP) from Fort Hays State University in 2017.Knight joins Hutchinson Primary Care Associates after spending the past ten years as a Registered Nurse with several healthcare organizations. In 2012, Knight started her nursing career with St. Luke’s Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri before a move to UPMC Altoona in Altoona, Pennsylvania. Other career stops included Marion General Hospital in Marion, Indiana, and Mercy South Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri. During the past three years, Knight has been employed by the Wesley Medical Center in Wichita.Knight is a 2008 graduate of the University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg, Missouri followed by a Master’s of Science in Nursing from Maryville University in St. Louis, Missouri. She achieved a distinction of graduating Summa Cum Laude in both her undergraduate and graduate studies with a 4.0 grade point average, an honor achieved by less than .5 percent of all college graduates.Nozari’s first job in healthcare was as an Emergency Medical Technician in 2013 followed by a two-year stint as the Referral Coordinator at GraceMed Health Clinic in Wichita. Next, Nozari moved to DaVita Dialysis as a patient Care Technician and in August 2018 he was selected by St. Louis University to assist the school in establishing the college’s Physician Assistant (PA) program.Nozari is a 2015 graduate of Newman University in Wichita with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biological Sciences and he received a Master of Medical Science, Physician Assistant Studies at St. Louis University in St. Louis, Missouri. His certifications include Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support, Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician and Emergency Medical Technician.Appointments with Hutchinson Primary Care Associates can be made by calling 620-513-4850.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the HutchPost mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily HutchPost email news update.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Three new practitioners join Hutchinson Primary Care

HUTCHINSON Kan. — The Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation hosted their annual fundraiser Boots and Bling 2022. This year's theme was “The Rock Show, a 60’s 70’s and 80’s Tribute.” The event was held Saturday at the Sunflower North Building on the Kansas State Fairgrounds.

The foundation says 600 people attended the event and the number of silent auction items doubled from last year with donations from throughout Hutchinson and from across the state. The live auction set a new record with the most total funds raised.&nbsp;

Boots and Bling is the signature event of the Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation and has developed the reputation of being the best FUNdraising party in Kansas, and the 2022 Rock Show Edition was no different! Great music, incredible food and an evening of fun - all in cowboy Boots with a little Bling!

The Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation was established in 2003 to further the renovation, construction, preservation and beautification of the Kansas State Fairgrounds largely through fundraising and special projects.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON Kan. — The Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation hosted their annual fundraiser Boots and Bling 2022. This year's theme was “The Rock Show, a 60’s 70’s and 80’s Tribute.” The event was held Saturday at the Sunflower North Building on the Kansas State Fairgrounds.The foundation says 600 people attended the event and the number of silent auction items doubled from last year with donations from throughout Hutchinson and from across the state. The live auction set a new record with the most total funds raised.&nbsp;Boots and Bling is the signature event of the Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation and has developed the reputation of being the best FUNdraising party in Kansas, and the 2022 Rock Show Edition was no different! Great music, incredible food and an evening of fun - all in cowboy Boots with a little Bling!The Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation was established in 2003 to further the renovation, construction, preservation and beautification of the Kansas State Fairgrounds largely through fundraising and special projects.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the HutchPost mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily HutchPost email news update.

Boots and Bling a success


HUTCHINSON,
Kan. — 
The USD 308 Board of Education approved an upgrade to the kitchen equipment in classroom G110 at Hutchinson High School on Monday (August 22, 2022).

Several classes are taught at HHS that utilize the kitchen space within the G110 space, including Communication Social Skills, Functional Skills, and Modified classes that teach life skills to students. The purpose of the upgrade will be to make the area accessible to students with physical and/or cognitive disabilities. The upgrade will be fashioned like a home, to equip students with the necessary skills to live independently after high school.

Jessica Engelland, Assistant Superintendent of Special Education for USD 308, presented the current plans for the upgrade and explained the goals for the project. After board questions, the project was approved at a total project cost of $63,633.

The Board also set its Revenue Neutral Rate and Budget hearings for September 12.

Base state aid has increased for this year from $4,706 this year to $4,846 per student. More detailed information on the budget will be coming in its own post.

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HUTCHINSON,
Kan. — 
The USD 308 Board of Education approved an upgrade to the kitchen equipment in classroom G110 at Hutchinson High School on Monday (August 22, 2022).Several classes are taught at HHS that utilize the kitchen space within the G110 space, including Communication Social Skills, Functional Skills, and Modified classes that teach life skills to students. The purpose of the upgrade will be to make the area accessible to students with physical and/or cognitive disabilities. The upgrade will be fashioned like a home, to equip students with the necessary skills to live independently after high school.Jessica Engelland, Assistant Superintendent of Special Education for USD 308, presented the current plans for the upgrade and explained the goals for the project. After board questions, the project was approved at a total project cost of $63,633.The Board also set its Revenue Neutral Rate and Budget hearings for September 12.Base state aid has increased for this year from $4,706 this year to $4,846 per student. More detailed information on the budget will be coming in its own post.

USD 308 BOE approves kitchen upgrades Monday

SOUTH HUTCHINSON, Kan. — It drew a lot of discussion Monday night, but in the end, a motion to allow Sunday alcohol sales in the city of South Hutchinson never made it to a vote.

The issue of Sunday alcohol sales was back before the South Hutchinson City Council Monday after Councilman Brian Garretson expressed a desire to change the current ordinance. The issue that came up was whether the city had the power to change the ordinance, and, as former City Councilman Luke Herren put it, what it would look like to overturn a vote of the public.

“I don’t have an issue with the topic itself, I’ve got an issue with the fact that we took this in steps that we were instructed by council to a public vote so it would solve the problem,” Herren said. “It went to a public vote and the citizens of South Hutch said no.”

The vote by the public in 2019 was on the petition to reverse the city’s ordinance that was acted upon, not to make the change on Sunday sales outright. That brought up the question as to whether the public could simply bring in a petition for another vote. The city attorney,&nbsp;Mark Tremaine, said the public could always do that.

“If the council considers this ordinance tonight to permit Sunday sales it’s going to be subject to petition,” Tremaine said. “It’s the same thing that happened last time.”&nbsp;&nbsp;

Tremaine stressed that he did not think the public could simply petition for Sunday sales, just for any change in an ordinance acted upon by the council in that 60-day time frame.

City manager Joe Turner agreed, stating that any action by the council to allow Sunday sales was not overriding the 2019 vote because the outcome was to overturn action of the council, not specifically trying to establish Sunday sales. The 2019 vote to overturn the city council's ordinance was defeated by just 40 votes. In the end, it was a moot point as Garretson’s motion to allow Sunday sales died for lack of a second. 

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 </figure>SOUTH HUTCHINSON, Kan. — It drew a lot of discussion Monday night, but in the end, a motion to allow Sunday alcohol sales in the city of South Hutchinson never made it to a vote.The issue of Sunday alcohol sales was back before the South Hutchinson City Council Monday after Councilman Brian Garretson expressed a desire to change the current ordinance. The issue that came up was whether the city had the power to change the ordinance, and, as former City Councilman Luke Herren put it, what it would look like to overturn a vote of the public.“I don’t have an issue with the topic itself, I’ve got an issue with the fact that we took this in steps that we were instructed by council to a public vote so it would solve the problem,” Herren said. “It went to a public vote and the citizens of South Hutch said no.”The vote by the public in 2019 was on the petition to reverse the city’s ordinance that was acted upon, not to make the change on Sunday sales outright. That brought up the question as to whether the public could simply bring in a petition for another vote. The city attorney,&nbsp;Mark Tremaine, said the public could always do that.“If the council considers this ordinance tonight to permit Sunday sales it’s going to be subject to petition,” Tremaine said. “It’s the same thing that happened last time.”&nbsp;&nbsp;Tremaine stressed that he did not think the public could simply petition for Sunday sales, just for any change in an ordinance acted upon by the council in that 60-day time frame.City manager Joe Turner agreed, stating that any action by the council to allow Sunday sales was not overriding the 2019 vote because the outcome was to overturn action of the council, not specifically trying to establish Sunday sales. The 2019 vote to overturn the city council's ordinance was defeated by just 40 votes. In the end, it was a moot point as Garretson’s motion to allow Sunday sales died for lack of a second. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the HutchPost mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily HutchPost email news update.

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