HAVEN, Kan. — After exploring several options for reuse of its facilities, the Haven School Board on Monday approved the following changes.

According to USD 312 Superintendent Craig Idacavage, they will be moving PreK both three and four-year-old and adding an extended -PreK three and four-year-old daycare option.

They will be keeping Yoder Charter School a K-8 building and looking to continue to increase enrollment.

The current PreK building in the district will begin transitioning into a daycare facility, and adding an infant and toddler room when they can get it staffed.

They will also hire an assistant principal and a second counselor or social worker at Haven Grade School.

There had been several facilities options on the table. These are the ones being implemented for the 2023-2024 school year.

Idacavage is scheduled to interview on KWBW Radio later this week and Hutch Post will have additional information following that interview.

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 </figure>HAVEN, Kan. — After exploring several options for reuse of its facilities, the Haven School Board on Monday approved the following changes.According to USD 312 Superintendent Craig Idacavage, they will be moving PreK both three and four-year-old and adding an extended -PreK three and four-year-old daycare option.They will be keeping Yoder Charter School a K-8 building and looking to continue to increase enrollment.The current PreK building in the district will begin transitioning into a daycare facility, and adding an infant and toddler room when they can get it staffed.They will also hire an assistant principal and a second counselor or social worker at Haven Grade School.There had been several facilities options on the table. These are the ones being implemented for the 2023-2024 school year.Idacavage is scheduled to interview on KWBW Radio later this week and Hutch Post will have additional information following that interview.<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;

Yoder Charter to stay K-8 for now

HUTCHINSON, Kan. —&nbsp;&nbsp;The Silver Dollar bar, a generational Hutchinson establishment, will be celebrating 75 years of business on April 1. &nbsp; &nbsp;

Starting that Saturday morning at the Silver Dollar people can expect drinks,&nbsp;food, prizes, and more. &nbsp;

“Budweiser is going to give us some prizes, Coors is going to give us some prizes,” Pam Crank, Silver Doller owner, said. “I bought three really great prizes to give away.” &nbsp;

In commemoration of the Silver Dollar’s 75th anniversary, the 75th person to order on April 1, will receive a few special items. 

Limited edition 75th anniversary t-shirts will be available while they last, and subject to what is left by April 1. Only 100 of these special shirts will be&nbsp;available. &nbsp;

Few smal ltown businesses in the present day, are able to say they have been around for 75 years, let alone celebrate it. The Silver Dollar has been in Hutchinson since 1948.&nbsp;

“This location was a fruit stand back in the 40s,” Crank said. “It was opened by a guy named Carl in 1948 as the Silver Dollar.” &nbsp;

Crank bought the bar in 2007, and according to her, has been the only person to own both the land and business.&nbsp;

Despite the numerous changes in ownership the Silver Dollar has had, it has retained a customer base on a generational level.&nbsp; 

“Everybody either knows somebody who comes in here or used to come in here,” Crank said. &nbsp;

Crank attributes the longevity and success of the Silver Dollar to its atmosphere. &nbsp;

“We really strive on no drama,” Crank said. “If people want to fight and be rowdy, then they don’t have a place here.”&nbsp;

“We don’t know a stranger, people come in, they don’t feel isolated, and everybody looks out for each other.” &nbsp;

The drink options reflect the Silver Dollar’s business prerogative. &nbsp;

“We don’t sell liquor,” Crank said. “We only have beer and wine coolers.”&nbsp;

The Silver Dollar is known for its endless popcorn, many pool leagues, and the literal writing on the ceiling. &nbsp;

The owners that twice-preceded Crank once “sold” the ceiling tiles, or rather sold the ability to write on them, to pay for a popcorn machine.&nbsp;&nbsp;

“It’s a good place to hang out,” Crank said. &nbsp;

The anniversary festivities will continue with live music in the evening, featuring Dylan Graves performing classic rock and country from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. &nbsp;

“I’m very proud of this bar, I’m very proud of the staff, it’s great,” Crank said. “We’re just a good, old-fashioned mom and pop bar.”&nbsp;

The Silver Dollar is located at 1000 Nickerson Blvd. in Hutchinson, Kansas and can be reached at (620) 259-6777. Visit their website at <a href="http://www.silverdollarhutchinsonks.com/?fbclid=IwAR2BTYArm1owBjxJ5ceDqK6kdPUnHddL5WslLFhf5NRt75puHlJHde6MOLM" target="_blank">silverdollarhutchinsonks.com</a> and their&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/hutchinsonkansasbars" target="_blank">Facebook page</a>. &nbsp;

The Silver Dollar ‘s regular hours are&nbsp;Monday through Saturday from 2 p.m. to midnight. They have been open on Sundays for a while from noon to 6 p.m., but those days will be winding down as the weather gets better. 

They can open on Sundays by special request. &nbsp;

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<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1679320857596.jpeg" alt="Pam Crank, the owner of the Silver Dollar, is looking forward to celebrating the bar's 7th anniversary with the Hutchinson community. [PHOTO: Judd Weil]&nbsp;" />
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 </figure>By JUDD WEIL&nbsp; Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. —&nbsp;&nbsp;The Silver Dollar bar, a generational Hutchinson establishment, will be celebrating 75 years of business on April 1. &nbsp; &nbsp;Starting that Saturday morning at the Silver Dollar people can expect drinks,&nbsp;food, prizes, and more. &nbsp;“Budweiser is going to give us some prizes, Coors is going to give us some prizes,” Pam Crank, Silver Doller owner, said. “I bought three really great prizes to give away.” &nbsp;In commemoration of the Silver Dollar’s 75th anniversary, the 75th person to order on April 1, will receive a few special items. Limited edition 75th anniversary t-shirts will be available while they last, and subject to what is left by April 1. Only 100 of these special shirts will be&nbsp;available. &nbsp;Few smal ltown businesses in the present day, are able to say they have been around for 75 years, let alone celebrate it. The Silver Dollar has been in Hutchinson since 1948.&nbsp;“This location was a fruit stand back in the 40s,” Crank said. “It was opened by a guy named Carl in 1948 as the Silver Dollar.” &nbsp;Crank bought the bar in 2007, and according to her, has been the only person to own both the land and business.&nbsp;Despite the numerous changes in ownership the Silver Dollar has had, it has retained a customer base on a generational level.&nbsp; “Everybody either knows somebody who comes in here or used to come in here,” Crank said. &nbsp;Crank attributes the longevity and success of the Silver Dollar to its atmosphere. &nbsp;“We really strive on no drama,” Crank said. “If people want to fight and be rowdy, then they don’t have a place here.”&nbsp;“We don’t know a stranger, people come in, they don’t feel isolated, and everybody looks out for each other.” &nbsp;The drink options reflect the Silver Dollar’s business prerogative. &nbsp;“We don’t sell liquor,” Crank said. “We only have beer and wine coolers.”&nbsp;The Silver Dollar is known for its endless popcorn, many pool leagues, and the literal writing on the ceiling. &nbsp;The owners that twice-preceded Crank once “sold” the ceiling tiles, or rather sold the ability to write on them, to pay for a popcorn machine.&nbsp;&nbsp;“It’s a good place to hang out,” Crank said. &nbsp;The anniversary festivities will continue with live music in the evening, featuring Dylan Graves performing classic rock and country from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. &nbsp;“I’m very proud of this bar, I’m very proud of the staff, it’s great,” Crank said. “We’re just a good, old-fashioned mom and pop bar.”&nbsp;The Silver Dollar is located at 1000 Nickerson Blvd. in Hutchinson, Kansas and can be reached at (620) 259-6777. Visit their website at <a href="http://www.silverdollarhutchinsonks.com/?fbclid=IwAR2BTYArm1owBjxJ5ceDqK6kdPUnHddL5WslLFhf5NRt75puHlJHde6MOLM" target="_blank">silverdollarhutchinsonks.com</a> and their&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/hutchinsonkansasbars" target="_blank">Facebook page</a>. &nbsp;The Silver Dollar ‘s regular hours are&nbsp;Monday through Saturday from 2 p.m. to midnight. They have been open on Sundays for a while from noon to 6 p.m., but those days will be winding down as the weather gets better. They can open on Sundays by special request. &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;

Silver Dollar bar celebrating 75 years in April

HUTCHINSON, Kan. —&nbsp;The 16th Annual Kansas Territory Bottle &amp; Post Card Show &amp; Sale will take place&nbsp;on April 2.  &nbsp;

It will be in the Pride of Kansas Building on the Kansas State Fairgrounds.&nbsp;

"We didn't have a&nbsp;bottle show originally, we had a bottle club," Mike McJunkin, bottle club member and event organizer, said. "We started it in Hutchinson and they didn't have a show in this area. We had to go clear St. Louis or Colorado to get a&nbsp;good bottle show."&nbsp;

Since starting the bottle show 16 years ago at the Kansas State Fairgrounds, it has grown quite a bit. &nbsp;

"Now we attract people from all over from Ohio, Indiana, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Colorado, New Mexico, Texas, North Dakota and Nebraska." McJunkin said. "We got one from Wyoming."&nbsp;

McJunkin, a previous president of the Hutchinson-based bottle club,&nbsp;is a seasoned veteran when it comes to collecting bottles.&nbsp;

“For several years I was a chairman of the committee to&nbsp;get the bottle show going, and now I have a partner,” McJunkin said. “Mark Law is doing a lot of this and I'm still helping as I'm right here where the fairgrounds is.” &nbsp;

Bottle collecting is very similar to collecting other things, such as comic books or sports memorabilia. &nbsp;

“They come in and&nbsp;mostly they're collectors,” McJunkin said. “They sell a few bottles, but it's mostly they're trying to find something for their collection. Somebody will walk in with some bottles they found in a dump or it was on the shelf and grandpa's house.” &nbsp;

Bottle-collecting is such an obscure hobby, but one with such knowledgeable value. &nbsp;

“One of our goals is the&nbsp;education about bottles and what makes them great,” McJunkin said.&nbsp;“Like what you add to the&nbsp;glass mixture to make it one&nbsp;color or another.”&nbsp;

For example, gold or copper are added to make red, while iron is used for&nbsp;an amber color.&nbsp;

McJunkin said he thinks collectors are pretty much all alike. &nbsp;

“We have a lot in common with one thing or another, but it's something you enjoy,” McJunkin said. “It's the chase most of the time, and then once you get it then that's the climax there.” 

Education is key when collecting bottles. It is not a hobby one can just glance the surface of. Collectors should consider things like what type or kind the bottle is, where it is from, why it was made and what was it used for.&nbsp;

&nbsp;“Like in in the early days, demijohns were a larger bottle of different sizes, and a lot of times when they made those, you didn't go to the store and buy your product already bottled and ready for you to take off the shelf,” McJunkin explained. “You bought large quantities, buckets or barrels, of product like molasses or wine or syrup or whatever, and then you put it in a big bottle. Then a lot of times off the wagon trains, people would buy a demijohn and fill it full with those products.”&nbsp;

McJunkin added, following the use of the bottle, the demijohn, it was common for it be sold.&nbsp;

Local bottles from different places can be very valuable. &nbsp;

“Some of the bottles can be really valuable and a lot of times they're local bottles,” McJunkin said. “People collect bottles from around, like here in Hutchinson&nbsp;we have drugstore bottles and&nbsp;some of the older bottles can get pretty valuable. &nbsp;Around here, we don't have anything in the $100,000 range, but some of the bitters bottles from around the country in different colors and things can get up to several hundreds of thousands of dollars in their auctions they have online.”&nbsp;

In addition to the many bottles that will be at the show, there will be many postcards as well. &nbsp;

“We didn't include the word ‘postcards’ in some of our early bottle shows,&nbsp;but we had postcard collectors there and we were doing it,” McJunkin said. “So, we added the word to our show to attract more, and now we've added table top antiques.” &nbsp;

At the bottle and postcard show, there will also be history and guide books on bottle collecting to help keep veterans sharp, and even help newcomers get started. &nbsp;

The 16th Annual Kansas Territory Bottle &amp; Post Card Show &amp; Sale will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. &nbsp;&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1679348450965.jpg" alt="Collectors are expected to come from across the country to the&nbsp;16th Annual Kansas Territory Bottle &amp; Post Card Show &amp; Sale. [Image courtesy of Pixabay]" />
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 </figure>JUDD WEIL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. —&nbsp;The 16th Annual Kansas Territory Bottle &amp; Post Card Show &amp; Sale will take place&nbsp;on April 2. &nbsp;It will be in the Pride of Kansas Building on the Kansas State Fairgrounds.&nbsp;"We didn't have a&nbsp;bottle show originally, we had a bottle club," Mike McJunkin, bottle club member and event organizer, said. "We started it in Hutchinson and they didn't have a show in this area. We had to go clear St. Louis or Colorado to get a&nbsp;good bottle show."&nbsp;Since starting the bottle show 16 years ago at the Kansas State Fairgrounds, it has grown quite a bit. &nbsp;"Now we attract people from all over from Ohio, Indiana, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Colorado, New Mexico, Texas, North Dakota and Nebraska." McJunkin said. "We got one from Wyoming."&nbsp;McJunkin, a previous president of the Hutchinson-based bottle club,&nbsp;is a seasoned veteran when it comes to collecting bottles.&nbsp;“For several years I was a chairman of the committee to&nbsp;get the bottle show going, and now I have a partner,” McJunkin said. “Mark Law is doing a lot of this and I'm still helping as I'm right here where the fairgrounds is.” &nbsp;Bottle collecting is very similar to collecting other things, such as comic books or sports memorabilia. &nbsp;“They come in and&nbsp;mostly they're collectors,” McJunkin said. “They sell a few bottles, but it's mostly they're trying to find something for their collection. Somebody will walk in with some bottles they found in a dump or it was on the shelf and grandpa's house.” &nbsp;Bottle-collecting is such an obscure hobby, but one with such knowledgeable value. &nbsp;“One of our goals is the&nbsp;education about bottles and what makes them great,” McJunkin said.&nbsp;“Like what you add to the&nbsp;glass mixture to make it one&nbsp;color or another.”&nbsp;For example, gold or copper are added to make red, while iron is used for&nbsp;an amber color.&nbsp;McJunkin said he thinks collectors are pretty much all alike. &nbsp;“We have a lot in common with one thing or another, but it's something you enjoy,” McJunkin said. “It's the chase most of the time, and then once you get it then that's the climax there.” Education is key when collecting bottles. It is not a hobby one can just glance the surface of. Collectors should consider things like what type or kind the bottle is, where it is from, why it was made and what was it used for.&nbsp;&nbsp;“Like in in the early days, demijohns were a larger bottle of different sizes, and a lot of times when they made those, you didn't go to the store and buy your product already bottled and ready for you to take off the shelf,” McJunkin explained. “You bought large quantities, buckets or barrels, of product like molasses or wine or syrup or whatever, and then you put it in a big bottle. Then a lot of times off the wagon trains, people would buy a demijohn and fill it full with those products.”&nbsp;McJunkin added, following the use of the bottle, the demijohn, it was common for it be sold.&nbsp;Local bottles from different places can be very valuable. &nbsp;“Some of the bottles can be really valuable and a lot of times they're local bottles,” McJunkin said. “People collect bottles from around, like here in Hutchinson&nbsp;we have drugstore bottles and&nbsp;some of the older bottles can get pretty valuable. &nbsp;Around here, we don't have anything in the $100,000 range, but some of the bitters bottles from around the country in different colors and things can get up to several hundreds of thousands of dollars in their auctions they have online.”&nbsp;In addition to the many bottles that will be at the show, there will be many postcards as well. &nbsp;“We didn't include the word ‘postcards’ in some of our early bottle shows,&nbsp;but we had postcard collectors there and we were doing it,” McJunkin said. “So, we added the word to our show to attract more, and now we've added table top antiques.” &nbsp;At the bottle and postcard show, there will also be history and guide books on bottle collecting to help keep veterans sharp, and even help newcomers get started. &nbsp;The 16th Annual Kansas Territory Bottle &amp; Post Card Show &amp; Sale will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. &nbsp;&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;

Bottle show at Kansas State Fairgrounds in April

KINGMAN COUNTY, Kan. —&nbsp;The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) announced on March 20, work will start soon on two related pavement patching and pavement marking projects on U.S. 54 in Kingman County.

The KDOT projects will be on the same portion of U.S. 54 from&nbsp;the Pratt County line east to the west Ninnescah River bridge. The length is about 5.4 miles.

The work is expected to start around April 3 and be completed around Sept. 15.

During the work, traffic will be restricted to one lane each direction, and motorists will be directed to drive at a reduced speed.

Iowa Civil Contracting Inc., of Victor, Iowa, is the primary contractor for the $1.4 million pavement patching project and the $315,618 pavement marking project.

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

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

<figure>
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 </figure>KINGMAN COUNTY, Kan. —&nbsp;The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) announced on March 20, work will start soon on two related pavement patching and pavement marking projects on U.S. 54 in Kingman County.The KDOT projects will be on the same portion of U.S. 54 from&nbsp;the Pratt County line east to the west Ninnescah River bridge. The length is about 5.4 miles.The work is expected to start around April 3 and be completed around Sept. 15.During the work, traffic will be restricted to one lane each direction, and motorists will be directed to drive at a reduced speed.Iowa Civil Contracting Inc., of Victor, Iowa, is the primary contractor for the $1.4 million pavement patching project and the $315,618 pavement marking project.For updated information on other KDOT highway projects and road conditions across the state, go to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.kandrive.org/" target="_blank">www.kandrive.org</a>.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp;

U.S. 54 projects in Kingman County to begin soon

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;——————————————

3/20/2023 11:43 PM-Todd	Alan Sutton-Poss of stimulant; 1 prior conviction; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body

3/20/2023 10:31 PM-Shellie	Rae Cap-Poss of stimulant; 1 prior conviction; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body

3/20/2023 9:44 PM-Braiden	Chip Sterling Belote-Failure to Appear

3/20/2023 9:29 PM-Bradley	Scott Holmes-Criminal Deprivation of Property; Other than Motor Vehicle or Firearm; Interference with Law Enforcement; Obstruct, Resist, Oppose, Misd case, Execution of Misd Warrant; Poss of marijuana

3/20/2023 8:24 PM-Myranda	Nichole Bontrager-Driving while license cancelled/suspended/revoked; misd; unknown conv

3/20/2023 7:22 PM-Michael	Jeramiah Jerrome Riley-Poss of opiate, narcotic, or certain stimulant; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body

3/20/2023 6:41 PM-Austin	Tyler Webb-Probation Violation

3/20/2023 4:10 PM-Micco	Ray Hernandez-Domestic Battery; Knowingly Cause Physical Contact (1st conviction)

3/20/2023 3:18 PM-Joshua	Bryant Blackwill-Poss of opiate, narcotic, or certain stimulant; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body; Burglary; Non-dwelling to commit felony, theft or sexually motivated crime

3/20/2023 12:24 PM-Larry	Carnell Scott-Probation Violation

3/20/2023 4:04 AM-Christina	Katerina Horbatenko-Criminal Trespass; Defiance of Order

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;——————————————3/20/2023 11:43 PM-Todd	Alan Sutton-Poss of stimulant; 1 prior conviction; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body3/20/2023 10:31 PM-Shellie	Rae Cap-Poss of stimulant; 1 prior conviction; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body3/20/2023 9:44 PM-Braiden	Chip Sterling Belote-Failure to Appear3/20/2023 9:29 PM-Bradley	Scott Holmes-Criminal Deprivation of Property; Other than Motor Vehicle or Firearm; Interference with Law Enforcement; Obstruct, Resist, Oppose, Misd case, Execution of Misd Warrant; Poss of marijuana3/20/2023 8:24 PM-Myranda	Nichole Bontrager-Driving while license cancelled/suspended/revoked; misd; unknown conv3/20/2023 7:22 PM-Michael	Jeramiah Jerrome Riley-Poss of opiate, narcotic, or certain stimulant; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body3/20/2023 6:41 PM-Austin	Tyler Webb-Probation Violation3/20/2023 4:10 PM-Micco	Ray Hernandez-Domestic Battery; Knowingly Cause Physical Contact (1st conviction)3/20/2023 3:18 PM-Joshua	Bryant Blackwill-Poss of opiate, narcotic, or certain stimulant; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body; Burglary; Non-dwelling to commit felony, theft or sexually motivated crime3/20/2023 12:24 PM-Larry	Carnell Scott-Probation Violation3/20/2023 4:04 AM-Christina	Katerina Horbatenko-Criminal Trespass; Defiance of Order

Daily Bookings

A Wind Advisory is in effect for Monday. South winds 30 to 35 mph with gusts up to 45 mph are expected in portions of central, south central and southeast  Kansas. Relative humidity is also forecast to be as low as 25 to 30 percent.

The Wind Advisory is from noon to 7 p.m. CDT Monday.&nbsp;

Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects.  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may  result.

Use caution if operating high profile  vehicles, especially on east to west oriented roads.

Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly  and become very difficult to control. Outdoor burning is not  recommended.

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

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 </figure>A Wind Advisory is in effect for Monday. South winds 30 to 35 mph with gusts up to 45 mph are expected in portions of central, south central and southeast Kansas. Relative humidity is also forecast to be as low as 25 to 30 percent.The Wind Advisory is from noon to 7 p.m. CDT Monday.&nbsp; Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.Use caution if operating high profile vehicles, especially on east to west oriented roads.Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly and become very difficult to control. Outdoor burning is not recommended.Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.<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;

Wind Advisory Monday

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson City Manager Kendal Francis said he can't talk about why former police chief Jeff Hooper was terminated.

"I'm not at liberty to say much more about what went down with that position," Francis said Monday. "I can tell you how we're going to move forward."

The city has already engaged a consultant to help them with a search for a new chief.

"We have engaged with Strategic Government Resources to lead a nationwide search for our new police chief," Francis said. "That work is beginning immediately. First steps are to put together a position profile that kind of outlines the job itself, as well as our community."

The discussions on getting that profile together happened last week.

"The recruiter will be contacting some stakeholders that we've provided some contact information for, so that we could get their input on some of the characteristics that they would like to see in the next chief. We will also be doing an internal survey of our police department to get some input from our officers as we move forward in this process."

He did clarify, as he had in other public articles, that the decision to terminate the chief wasn't a quick one and the process to hire a new one will take time, as well.

"We hope to officially announce the opening, probably within the next couple of weeks," Francis said. "Depends on how quickly they can put together that profile. Moving forward, you know, about a month or so to take applications and review them and do the interviewing and then, if we bring somebody in from the outside, when could they start, those types of things. I'm going to say [it will take] about four months."

Francis also has an engineering department head to still hire, as well as a combined position of building official and planning and zoning that he is calling the Community Development Coordinator. Those positions were vacant prior to Francis coming to the city.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson City Manager Kendal Francis said he can't talk about why former police chief Jeff Hooper was terminated."I'm not at liberty to say much more about what went down with that position," Francis said Monday. "I can tell you how we're going to move forward."The city has already engaged a consultant to help them with a search for a new chief."We have engaged with Strategic Government Resources to lead a nationwide search for our new police chief," Francis said. "That work is beginning immediately. First steps are to put together a position profile that kind of outlines the job itself, as well as our community."The discussions on getting that profile together happened last week."The recruiter will be contacting some stakeholders that we've provided some contact information for, so that we could get their input on some of the characteristics that they would like to see in the next chief. We will also be doing an internal survey of our police department to get some input from our officers as we move forward in this process."He did clarify, as he had in other public articles, that the decision to terminate the chief wasn't a quick one and the process to hire a new one will take time, as well."We hope to officially announce the opening, probably within the next couple of weeks," Francis said. "Depends on how quickly they can put together that profile. Moving forward, you know, about a month or so to take applications and review them and do the interviewing and then, if we bring somebody in from the outside, when could they start, those types of things. I'm going to say [it will take] about four months."Francis also has an engineering department head to still hire, as well as a combined position of building official and planning and zoning that he is calling the Community Development Coordinator. Those positions were vacant prior to Francis coming to the city.<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;

Francis mum on reason for chief's dismissal, hopes for quick hiring process

My phone alerted me to a four-year-old photo a few days ago, or rather it alerted me to a photo taken four years ago of a newspaper clipping from decades ago. The clipping was a photo of a much younger version of me proudly standing next to a giant pumpkin I had grown in our garden. Sadly, that was the peak of my farming career, but proof it ever existed was enshrined in that photo, which was published in the local paper. A family friend clipped it out, probably intending to give it to my parents in short order. Instead, it got lost for a few decades, likely resurfacing when the family friend was going through a box long ago stowed away in a closet. Once discovered, however, it was put in the mail and arrived at my mother’s house for us to share a good laugh about the time I grew the giant pumpkin. It’s a noteworthy family memory and a great example of the power of local newspapers and their unique ability to thoroughly cover their communities. My giant pumpkin didn’t make the front page, which is reserved for more serious topics, but it was important enough to be preserved for decades. At its best, a community newspaper is a running dialogue of the area it covers. It’s a family-friendly version of the town talk in watering holes, coffee shops and beauty salons. The latest about all the area sports teams, board meetings, letters, announcements and more is collected and packaged based on what an editor believes the community needs to know. Over time, the articles also become artifacts of what life was like last week, year or decade. Today anyone with a phone can tap a couple of buttons and blast a message to the masses. But that doesn’t replace a seasoned reporter’s intuition or a veteran editor’s judgement on elevating stories that will resonate within the community. The internet has certainly given us all options in the who, what, why and how we get our news, but local papers are still the most durable fabric to hold a community together. They’re not perfect by any means, but your local newspaper is just as important to a town’s sense of itself as the school, hardware store or area landmark. In addition to keeping up on current events, readers get a sense of civic pride by knowing what’s going on in the community. The reach of a newspaper extends far beyond its circulation area. Just the other day I received a call from a gentleman who had retired and decided to trade Kansas winters for the sunshine in Arizona. Must be nice. Even though he’s no longer a resident, he mentioned how he stayed connected with his former town from more than 1,000 miles away through the local newspaper. Despite the distance, he’s still receiving updates on the births, deaths, weddings, high school events, city council meetings and more that local papers cover. Some, maybe even all, of that is available through social media, but good luck finding it in the same place day after day or week after week. A local newspaper will reliably show up on your porch, driveway or mailbox. However, such service doesn’t come cheap. Readers are being asked to shoulder more and more of the cost through subscriptions as advertisers look elsewhere. While it might seem like a raw deal, the value of living in a community connected through coverage is a bargain. "Insight" is a weekly column published by Kansas Farm Bureau, the state's largest farm organization whose mission is to strengthen agriculture and the lives of Kansans through advocacy, education and service.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Greg Doering, Kansas Farm BureauMy phone alerted me to a four-year-old photo a few days ago, or rather it alerted me to a photo taken four years ago of a newspaper clipping from decades ago. The clipping was a photo of a much younger version of me proudly standing next to a giant pumpkin I had grown in our garden. Sadly, that was the peak of my farming career, but proof it ever existed was enshrined in that photo, which was published in the local paper. A family friend clipped it out, probably intending to give it to my parents in short order. Instead, it got lost for a few decades, likely resurfacing when the family friend was going through a box long ago stowed away in a closet. Once discovered, however, it was put in the mail and arrived at my mother’s house for us to share a good laugh about the time I grew the giant pumpkin. It’s a noteworthy family memory and a great example of the power of local newspapers and their unique ability to thoroughly cover their communities. My giant pumpkin didn’t make the front page, which is reserved for more serious topics, but it was important enough to be preserved for decades. At its best, a community newspaper is a running dialogue of the area it covers. It’s a family-friendly version of the town talk in watering holes, coffee shops and beauty salons. The latest about all the area sports teams, board meetings, letters, announcements and more is collected and packaged based on what an editor believes the community needs to know. Over time, the articles also become artifacts of what life was like last week, year or decade. Today anyone with a phone can tap a couple of buttons and blast a message to the masses. But that doesn’t replace a seasoned reporter’s intuition or a veteran editor’s judgement on elevating stories that will resonate within the community. The internet has certainly given us all options in the who, what, why and how we get our news, but local papers are still the most durable fabric to hold a community together. They’re not perfect by any means, but your local newspaper is just as important to a town’s sense of itself as the school, hardware store or area landmark. In addition to keeping up on current events, readers get a sense of civic pride by knowing what’s going on in the community. The reach of a newspaper extends far beyond its circulation area. Just the other day I received a call from a gentleman who had retired and decided to trade Kansas winters for the sunshine in Arizona. Must be nice. Even though he’s no longer a resident, he mentioned how he stayed connected with his former town from more than 1,000 miles away through the local newspaper. Despite the distance, he’s still receiving updates on the births, deaths, weddings, high school events, city council meetings and more that local papers cover. Some, maybe even all, of that is available through social media, but good luck finding it in the same place day after day or week after week. A local newspaper will reliably show up on your porch, driveway or mailbox. However, such service doesn’t come cheap. Readers are being asked to shoulder more and more of the cost through subscriptions as advertisers look elsewhere. While it might seem like a raw deal, the value of living in a community connected through coverage is a bargain. "Insight" is a weekly column published by Kansas Farm Bureau, the state's largest farm organization whose mission is to strengthen agriculture and the lives of Kansans through advocacy, education and service.&nbsp;Copyright © 2023 Kansas Farm Bureau, All rights reserved.

Insight: Community Through Coverage

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Grammy-nominated multi-platinum band NEEDTOBREATHE will play at the Kansas State Fair, Friday, Sept. 8. ​ This dynamic rock group has generated over one billion streams, topped several Billboard Radio, Album and Sales Charts and have sold-out arenas and amphitheaters all over the world. &nbsp;They’ve garnered two Billboard Music Award nominations and appeared on nearly every network television show including The Today Show, Good Morning America, Ellen, The Late Late Show with James Corden and CBS’ Sunday Morning.​ Their 2020 album release, Out of Body received worldwide critical praise and debuted in the Top 5 of three Billboard Charts. Their surprise eighth studio album Into The Mystery was their 5th No. 1 album. An accompanying feature length documentary was released the following November in theatres across the US. Some of their top songs include, Brother (feat. Gavin DeGraw), Testify, Let’s Stay Home Tonight, Something Beautiful, and Multiplied. &nbsp;​ Tickets go on sale at 8 a.m. Friday, March 24 at&nbsp;<a href="https://kansasstatefair.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=3e8ba81fdd03d1e38c02c0ae6&amp;id=1c05492763&amp;e=3291b91fe2" target="_blank">KansasStateFair.com</a>. Anyone signed up for Kansas State Fair emails can get access to tickets with a presale code, starting 8 a.m. Thursday, March 23. Sign up for emails at&nbsp;<a href="https://kansasstatefair.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=3e8ba81fdd03d1e38c02c0ae6&amp;id=0295f8db22&amp;e=3291b91fe2" target="_blank">https://www.kansasstatefair.com/p/general-information1/email-updates</a>.​ The show will be Friday, September 8 at 7:30 p.m. ​ Ticket Options:​ Reserved seating in the Grandstand is $60/$40. ​ There are several options for an upgraded Grandstand experience:​ Mel Hambelton Ford Party Pit​ Party alongside the 2023 Grandstand artists! The Mel Hambelton Ford Party Pit gives concertgoers the opportunity to be on the floor, located right in front of the stage. Each ticket is $70. ​ Metal &amp; Soul Patio​ Get all your friends close to the stage! Reserve a table on our Metal &amp; Soul Patio to enjoy the show from a private table that seats six. Each table is $600.​ Metal &amp; Soul Patio with VIP Experience​ Want the ultimate VIP treatment? In addition to a reserved table for six on the Metal &amp; Soul Patio, this package provides three beverage coupons per person, complimentary food within the VIP seating area prior to the show, 2 VIP parking passes, and early entrance to the Grandstand. Each table with VIP experience is $750.​ NOTE: Each grandstand ticket will also include a gate admission scan. Ticket will be valid on date of event only. Some exclusions apply. Visit&nbsp;<a href="https://kansasstatefair.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=3e8ba81fdd03d1e38c02c0ae6&amp;id=3569d7c1d8&amp;e=3291b91fe2" target="_blank">KansasStateFair.com</a>&nbsp;to learn more.​ To purchase tickets or for more information, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://kansasstatefair.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=3e8ba81fdd03d1e38c02c0ae6&amp;id=bb30c67a8a&amp;e=3291b91fe2" target="_blank">https://www.etix.com/ticket/v/12251/kansas-state-fair</a>&nbsp;or call (620) 669-3618. ​&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Grammy-nominated multi-platinum band NEEDTOBREATHE will play at the Kansas State Fair, Friday, Sept. 8. ​ This dynamic rock group has generated over one billion streams, topped several Billboard Radio, Album and Sales Charts and have sold-out arenas and amphitheaters all over the world. &nbsp;They’ve garnered two Billboard Music Award nominations and appeared on nearly every network television show including The Today Show, Good Morning America, Ellen, The Late Late Show with James Corden and CBS’ Sunday Morning.​ Their 2020 album release, Out of Body received worldwide critical praise and debuted in the Top 5 of three Billboard Charts. Their surprise eighth studio album Into The Mystery was their 5th No. 1 album. An accompanying feature length documentary was released the following November in theatres across the US. Some of their top songs include, Brother (feat. Gavin DeGraw), Testify, Let’s Stay Home Tonight, Something Beautiful, and Multiplied. &nbsp;​ Tickets go on sale at 8 a.m. Friday, March 24 at&nbsp;<a href="https://kansasstatefair.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=3e8ba81fdd03d1e38c02c0ae6&amp;id=1c05492763&amp;e=3291b91fe2" target="_blank">KansasStateFair.com</a>. Anyone signed up for Kansas State Fair emails can get access to tickets with a presale code, starting 8 a.m. Thursday, March 23. Sign up for emails at&nbsp;<a href="https://kansasstatefair.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=3e8ba81fdd03d1e38c02c0ae6&amp;id=0295f8db22&amp;e=3291b91fe2" target="_blank">https://www.kansasstatefair.com/p/general-information1/email-updates</a>.​ The show will be Friday, September 8 at 7:30 p.m. ​ Ticket Options:​ Reserved seating in the Grandstand is $60/$40. ​ There are several options for an upgraded Grandstand experience:​ Mel Hambelton Ford Party Pit​ Party alongside the 2023 Grandstand artists! The Mel Hambelton Ford Party Pit gives concertgoers the opportunity to be on the floor, located right in front of the stage. Each ticket is $70. ​ Metal &amp; Soul Patio​ Get all your friends close to the stage! Reserve a table on our Metal &amp; Soul Patio to enjoy the show from a private table that seats six. Each table is $600.​ Metal &amp; Soul Patio with VIP Experience​ Want the ultimate VIP treatment? In addition to a reserved table for six on the Metal &amp; Soul Patio, this package provides three beverage coupons per person, complimentary food within the VIP seating area prior to the show, 2 VIP parking passes, and early entrance to the Grandstand. Each table with VIP experience is $750.​ NOTE: Each grandstand ticket will also include a gate admission scan. Ticket will be valid on date of event only. Some exclusions apply. Visit&nbsp;<a href="https://kansasstatefair.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=3e8ba81fdd03d1e38c02c0ae6&amp;id=3569d7c1d8&amp;e=3291b91fe2" target="_blank">KansasStateFair.com</a>&nbsp;to learn more.​ To purchase tickets or for more information, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://kansasstatefair.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=3e8ba81fdd03d1e38c02c0ae6&amp;id=bb30c67a8a&amp;e=3291b91fe2" target="_blank">https://www.etix.com/ticket/v/12251/kansas-state-fair</a>&nbsp;or call (620) 669-3618. ​&nbsp;&nbsp;

Renowned rock band NEEDTOBREATHE to play at Kansas State Fair

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson City Council will discuss an agreement with United Way of Reno County for its portion of ARPA funds related to childcare needs at the council's meeting on Tuesday.

According to agenda documents, the United Way would spend the City's allocation in two areas.

Support for Current providers / Sustainability Grants for Current Providers: These grants would be used to help current providers upgrade their facilities, overcome barriers to childcare relicensing, increase pay to sustain, and incentivize their work in the community.

This would provide direct funding to providers in the least restrictive manner possible that would allow them access to funding they need while innovative approaches are being put in place. 

This is a direct impact to maintain the childcare that currently exists in Reno County while growing the industry in other ways. Grantees would be required to submit a report on how the funds were utilized to maintain the integrity of the program.

Innovative Models: These funds would allow the setup of a childcare Co-Op therefore, providers could access health insurance and retirement benefits, additional training etc. Additionally a Co-Op, would allow for experimentation with shared services and provide potential solutions for a community wide substitute pool, allow for business to partner with the Co-Op to provide childcare for their employees and set up neighborhood childcare using the Co-Op model.

A Director of Early Childhood Systems, as recommended by the KSU Child Care Needs Assessment, would be part of this budget.

The County allocated money in the following areas:

Support for Current Providers: $2,490,000

The county chose to dedicate more funding to helping current providers. 

This effort seeks to keep existing childcare providers open when we are seeing providers close. However, United Way has requested that most of the city funding help with innovative models. 

The report provided by K-State notes that without innovative ideas, the city should not expect to see long term change. United Way requests that 75% to 80% of the city funding be allocated to innovative models.

If the council agrees, United Way will oversee the city's childcare ARPA funds and dedicate them to help the City of Hutchinson. The funds would be tracked to ensure that City dollars benefit the City and County funds benefited the County.

The amount allocated from the city according to agenda documents is $1,773,844.61.

The Hutchinson City Council meets Tuesday at 9 a.m. at City Hall.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson City Council will discuss an agreement with United Way of Reno County for its portion of ARPA funds related to childcare needs at the council's meeting on Tuesday.According to agenda documents, the United Way would spend the City's allocation in two areas.Support for Current providers / Sustainability Grants for Current Providers: These grants would be used to help current providers upgrade their facilities, overcome barriers to childcare relicensing, increase pay to sustain, and incentivize their work in the community. This would provide direct funding to providers in the least restrictive manner possible that would allow them access to funding they need while innovative approaches are being put in place. This is a direct impact to maintain the childcare that currently exists in Reno County while growing the industry in other ways. Grantees would be required to submit a report on how the funds were utilized to maintain the integrity of the program.Innovative Models: These funds would allow the setup of a childcare Co-Op therefore, providers could access health insurance and retirement benefits, additional training etc. Additionally a Co-Op, would allow for experimentation with shared services and provide potential solutions for a community wide substitute pool, allow for business to partner with the Co-Op to provide childcare for their employees and set up neighborhood childcare using the Co-Op model. A Director of Early Childhood Systems, as recommended by the KSU Child Care Needs Assessment, would be part of this budget.The County allocated money in the following areas:Support for Current Providers: $2,490,000Innovative Models: $1,660,000United Way Oversight: $ 350,000Total $4,500,000The county chose to dedicate more funding to helping current providers. This effort seeks to keep existing childcare providers open when we are seeing providers close. However, United Way has requested that most of the city funding help with innovative models. The report provided by K-State notes that without innovative ideas, the city should not expect to see long term change. United Way requests that 75% to 80% of the city funding be allocated to innovative models.If the council agrees, United Way will oversee the city's childcare ARPA funds and dedicate them to help the City of Hutchinson. The funds would be tracked to ensure that City dollars benefit the City and County funds benefited the County.The amount allocated from the city according to agenda documents is $1,773,844.61.The Hutchinson City Council meets Tuesday at 9 a.m. at City Hall.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp;

City Council to approve ARPA disbursement for childcare Tuesday

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Boys and Girls Club and the YMCA have been working together in the last few months to make sure that kids from across Hutchinson have a chance to be a part of activities that will keep them active and engaged.

"Hutchinson isn't big enough to not work together," said Lance Patterson with the club. "There's a lot of need, a lot of kids. Something we always hear about is, there's nothing for my teenager to do. If we can work together to provide these opportunities, it's a win-win."

Another win-win is getting younger kids use of the pool and other YMCA classes, because that takes the transportation issue out of parents hands.

"Kind of an extension from the Saturday nights at the Y is to be able to take some of our kids during the after school hours and let them swim at the Y, which they absolutely love," Patterson said. "From that, we went ahead and are offering them the chance to maybe try out some gymnastics. David [Foster with the Y] set up a class that allows our kids to try it a little bit and see if there's something that is interested. We try to keep that price really low and that was what we were fundrasing for, was to be able to offset some of those costs for those families that maybe couldn't afford it so we can get them started. If they like it, if it's something their kid is interested in, we're providing the transportation."

Foster, for his part, says the partnership is working out well.

"We're definitely interested," Foster said.&nbsp; "The more things we can come together on and provide great experiences for all kids in Hutchinson, I think it makes everybody better."

Both organizations will take donations to help fund having kids participate that otherwise wouldn't be able to. You can donate to Boys and Girls Club at <a href="https://www.bgchutch.com/">bgchutch.com</a>, or to the Y at&nbsp;<a href="https://ymcawichita.org/give">https://ymcawichita.org/give</a>.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Boys and Girls Club and the YMCA have been working together in the last few months to make sure that kids from across Hutchinson have a chance to be a part of activities that will keep them active and engaged."Hutchinson isn't big enough to not work together," said Lance Patterson with the club. "There's a lot of need, a lot of kids. Something we always hear about is, there's nothing for my teenager to do. If we can work together to provide these opportunities, it's a win-win."Another win-win is getting younger kids use of the pool and other YMCA classes, because that takes the transportation issue out of parents hands."Kind of an extension from the Saturday nights at the Y is to be able to take some of our kids during the after school hours and let them swim at the Y, which they absolutely love," Patterson said. "From that, we went ahead and are offering them the chance to maybe try out some gymnastics. David [Foster with the Y] set up a class that allows our kids to try it a little bit and see if there's something that is interested. We try to keep that price really low and that was what we were fundrasing for, was to be able to offset some of those costs for those families that maybe couldn't afford it so we can get them started. If they like it, if it's something their kid is interested in, we're providing the transportation."Foster, for his part, says the partnership is working out well."We're definitely interested," Foster said.&nbsp; "The more things we can come together on and provide great experiences for all kids in Hutchinson, I think it makes everybody better."Both organizations will take donations to help fund having kids participate that otherwise wouldn't be able to. You can donate to Boys and Girls Club at <a href="https://www.bgchutch.com/">bgchutch.com</a>, or to the Y at&nbsp;<a href="https://ymcawichita.org/give">https://ymcawichita.org/give</a>.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Boys and Girls Club and YMCA working together

HAVEN, Kan. — The Haven City Council will approve a portion of the work on the plumbing for the pool bathhouse at its meeting on Monday.

Work on the city pool was delayed until just after New Year's because of ongoing litigation over previous work.

The construction on the remediation of the pool defects is going well. Since January 2023, the work has been progressing to remove the defective sections of the pool and replace them. This is an additional small piece of work to be done before the pool's planned reopening for the 2023 summer season.

Also on the agenda for Monday is a Fire Hydrant Meter Policy for the city, and an executive session to review evaluations of the Chief of Police, Public Works Director, and City Clerk.

The Haven City Council meets at 7 p.m. at 120 S. Kansas Ave. in Haven.

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

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 </figure>HAVEN, Kan. — The Haven City Council will approve a portion of the work on the plumbing for the pool bathhouse at its meeting on Monday.Work on the city pool was delayed until just after New Year's because of ongoing litigation over previous work.The construction on the remediation of the pool defects is going well. Since January 2023, the work has been progressing to remove the defective sections of the pool and replace them. This is an additional small piece of work to be done before the pool's planned reopening for the 2023 summer season.Also on the agenda for Monday is a Fire Hydrant Meter Policy for the city, and an executive session to review evaluations of the Chief of Police, Public Works Director, and City Clerk.The Haven City Council meets at 7 p.m. at 120 S. Kansas Ave. in Haven.<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;

Haven council to approve pool bathhouse plumbing Monday

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Final approval of a contract for a long-awaited stormwater control measure on the Kansas State Fairgrounds is part of the Hutchinson City Council's agenda on Tuesday.

The City of Hutchinson has an existing lease from 1994 with the Kansas State Fair for a real estate tract adjacent to the water treatment center on East 23rd Avenue. The lease is for a seventy-five year (75) period.

The City of Hutchinson wishes to build a stormwater control measure on that tract. The stormwater control measure will manage stormwater runoff from an upstream tributary area. The stormwater control measure will be built of a sufficient size for the Kansas State Fair to receive the maximum stormwater credit of fifty percent (50%) deducted from the Fair’s stormwater utility fees assessed by the City.

The proposed agreement with the Kansas State Fair is to be approved by the council before it goes into effect.

The fifty percent (50%) credit will commence upon approval of the contract. The stormwater control measure will be constructed within three (3) years from the date of execution of the agreement.

This proposed contract has been previously approved by the Board of the Kansas State Fair.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Final approval of a contract for a long-awaited stormwater control measure on the Kansas State Fairgrounds is part of the Hutchinson City Council's agenda on Tuesday.The City of Hutchinson has an existing lease from 1994 with the Kansas State Fair for a real estate tract adjacent to the water treatment center on East 23rd Avenue. The lease is for a seventy-five year (75) period.The City of Hutchinson wishes to build a stormwater control measure on that tract. The stormwater control measure will manage stormwater runoff from an upstream tributary area. The stormwater control measure will be built of a sufficient size for the Kansas State Fair to receive the maximum stormwater credit of fifty percent (50%) deducted from the Fair’s stormwater utility fees assessed by the City.The proposed agreement with the Kansas State Fair is to be approved by the council before it goes into effect.The fifty percent (50%) credit will commence upon approval of the contract. The stormwater control measure will be constructed within three (3) years from the date of execution of the agreement.This proposed contract has been previously approved by the Board of the Kansas State Fair.The Hutchinson City Council meets Tuesday at 9 a.m. at City Hall.<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;

Stormwater measure with Fair on City Council agenda

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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;——————————————3/20/2023 2:37 AM-Jacob	Lee Elzey-Failure to Appear3/20/2023 12:04 AM-Chloe	Rose Gandy-Poss of opiate, narcotic, or certain stimulant; Poss of marijuana; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body; Possess, Consume, Purchase Alcoholic Liquor/CMB by 18-20 YOA; 1st Conviction3/19/2023 7:20 PM-Jason	Michael	Nixon-DUI; Misdemeanor3/19/2023 6:31 PM-Gage	Ryan Branson-Failure to Appear; Driving while license cancelled/suspended/revoked; misd; unknown conv3/19/2023 4:07 PM-Kristopher	Lee Richards-DUI; 1st conv; incapable of safely driving; Insurance; Fail to Show Proof of Liability Insurance3/19/2023 3:57 PM-Erik	Shawn Miller-Poss of opiate, narcotic, or certain stimulant; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body; Traffic Contraband in Correctional Institution; Introduce any Item; Failure to Appear

MCPHERSON COUNTY—One person was injured in an accident just before 8:30 p.m. Saturday in McPherson County.

The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2008 Dodge Ram driven by Robert&nbsp;Oldenettel, 30, Hutchinson, was northbound on Kansas 61 just south of Buckskin Road.

The pickup rear-ended a 2001 Buick LeSabre driven by Paige&nbsp;Pollock, 15, Inman, who was traveling at a slow speed due to mechanical issues with the car.

EMS transported&nbsp;Pollock to Hutchinson Regional Medical Center.&nbsp;Oldenettel was not injured. Both drivers were properly restrained, according to the KHP.

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 </figure>MCPHERSON COUNTY—One person was injured in an accident just before 8:30 p.m. Saturday in McPherson County.The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2008 Dodge Ram driven by Robert&nbsp;Oldenettel, 30, Hutchinson, was northbound on Kansas 61 just south of Buckskin Road.The pickup rear-ended a 2001 Buick LeSabre driven by Paige&nbsp;Pollock, 15, Inman, who was traveling at a slow speed due to mechanical issues with the car.EMS transported&nbsp;Pollock to Hutchinson Regional Medical Center.&nbsp;Oldenettel was not injured. Both drivers were properly restrained, according to the KHP.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

McPherson Co. teen hospitalized after rear-end crash

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson City Council will consider the ordinance for an additional sales tax added on to activities at the new Amber Hotel property as part of its meeting on Tuesday.

The City Council has entered into a development agreement with Amber Hotel LLC to design, develop, construct, operate, and maintain a hotel, conference center, and restaurant at 1715 N Waldron. 

As part of this agreement, it states that the City has authority to establish a CID for this location. Amber Hotel petitioned for a CID. Notice of the public hearing has been published in the Hutchinson News.

The provided Ordinance establishes a CID to collect an additional 2% sales tax by businesses located on the property as described. It will only apply to businesses located on the tracts of land used for the hotel, conference center, and restaurant, and will not apply to the City as a whole.

The CID is authorized to collect up to $18,000,000 to reimburse costs for the construction, redevelopment, renovation, and procurement of certain improvements within the district. The CID will remain in effect for 22 years or until $18,000,000 of CID sales tax is collected.

If approved, once the project is complete, the City will notify the Kansas Department of Revenue to commence the start of CID sales tax collections. The City will receive the CID proceeds from the State and reimburse Amber Hotel for any eligible expenses.

There are other properties in Hutchinson that are under CID provisions, and this is relatively routine with new developments in the area.

The Hutchinson City Council meets at 9 a.m. Tuesday at City Hall.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson City Council will consider the ordinance for an additional sales tax added on to activities at the new Amber Hotel property as part of its meeting on Tuesday.The City Council has entered into a development agreement with Amber Hotel LLC to design, develop, construct, operate, and maintain a hotel, conference center, and restaurant at 1715 N Waldron. As part of this agreement, it states that the City has authority to establish a CID for this location. Amber Hotel petitioned for a CID. Notice of the public hearing has been published in the Hutchinson News.The provided Ordinance establishes a CID to collect an additional 2% sales tax by businesses located on the property as described. It will only apply to businesses located on the tracts of land used for the hotel, conference center, and restaurant, and will not apply to the City as a whole.The CID is authorized to collect up to $18,000,000 to reimburse costs for the construction, redevelopment, renovation, and procurement of certain improvements within the district. The CID will remain in effect for 22 years or until $18,000,000 of CID sales tax is collected.If approved, once the project is complete, the City will notify the Kansas Department of Revenue to commence the start of CID sales tax collections. The City will receive the CID proceeds from the State and reimburse Amber Hotel for any eligible expenses.There are other properties in Hutchinson that are under CID provisions, and this is relatively routine with new developments in the area.The Hutchinson City Council meets at 9 a.m. Tuesday at City Hall.<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;

Additional taxing ordinance on Tuesday agenda

BUHLER, Kan. —&nbsp;Buhler, Kansas will be a pretty hopping place on April 1, from pancake feeds to vendor events to Easter activities.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Begin the morning with a Pancake Feed fundraiser by <a href="https://www.sunshinemeadows.org/sunnys.html" target="_blank">Sunny’s Café</a> at <a href="https://www.sunshinemeadows.org/" target="_blank">Sunshine Meadows Retirement Community</a> from 8 a.m. until 10 a.m.&nbsp;

According to Sunshine Meadows’ Food Service Director and Chef Eric Beye, the funds raised from the Pancake Feed will be used to remodel Sunny’s Café's dish room.&nbsp;&nbsp;

“It’s terribly outdated and we’ve got to get some things done,” Beye said. &nbsp;

Sunshine Meadows has been talking about updating the dish room since pre-COVID. &nbsp;

The Pancake Feed will consist of pancakes and sausage. Entry is&nbsp;$5 for children and $8 adults. &nbsp;

Sunny’s Café is located at 400 S Buhler Road in Buhler. &nbsp;

Following the Pancake Feed at 10 a.m. children from first to sixth grade, are invited to participate in Buhler’s annual Easter Egg Hunt. &nbsp;

The Easter Egg Hunt will take place at the baseball diamonds at Wheatland Park. &nbsp;

“The 4-H kids stuff all the eggs for us, so there will be over 3,000 eggs out there,” Shelly Bartel of Bartel Kitchen and Bath and Buhler Chamber of Commerce president said. &nbsp;

The Easter Egg Hunt is sponsored by the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BuhlerChamber/" target="_blank">Buhler Chamber of Commerce</a>. &nbsp;

At the same time as the Easter Egg Hunt, the Hello Spring Vendor Event will be taking place at <a href="https://bartelkitchenandbath.com/" target="_blank">Bartel Kitchen and Bat</a>h.

“Basically, we have about 10 different vendors. We have craft vendors, we have direct marketing,” Bartel said. “We have Tastefully Simple, Color Street, just a bunch of vendors. We have somebody bringing baked goods.” &nbsp;

The Hello Spring Vendor Event will run until 2 p.m.

On April 1, those who stick around Bartel Kitchen and Bath with their kids or are coming from the Easter Egg Hunt, starting at 10:30 a.m. can take pictures of their kids with the Easter Bunny. &nbsp;

“They get done at the Easter Egg Hunt and they come on down here,” Bartel said. “I'd say in the past, we’ve had between 150 and 200 kids come through.” &nbsp;

Bartel Kitchen and Bath is located at 207 N. Main St. in Buhler. &nbsp;

Then beginning at 1 p.m. in the afternoon, Buhler’s “newish” bed and breakfast, the <a href="https://www.sunshinemeadows.org/wildflower-inn.html" target="_blank">Wildflower Inn,</a> will be hosting a Spring Market. &nbsp;

“The Spring Market, basically there's going to be different spring-like items that are going to be for sale,” Sara Nowlan with Sunshine Meadows said. “We will have a couple of different vendors."&nbsp;

Sunshine Meadows now owns the Wildflower Inn which was opened in the 1940s, and its last owners were Nowlan’s parents. &nbsp;

Vendors include Propagated Plants and Philanthropy, Owl’s Lavender Patch, and LuvBlossoms Flowers by Tai, as well as a few farm-fresh egg vendors. &nbsp;

Additionally, visitors will have the opportunity to have their photos taken for free with small, feathery&nbsp;chicks. &nbsp;

The Spring Market at Wildflower Inn, located at 406 W. Ave. A in Buhler, is come and go until 4 p.m. on April 1.

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

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 </figure>JUDD WEIL Hutch PostBUHLER, Kan. —&nbsp;Buhler, Kansas will be a pretty hopping place on April 1, from pancake feeds to vendor events to Easter activities.&nbsp;&nbsp;Begin the morning with a Pancake Feed fundraiser by <a href="https://www.sunshinemeadows.org/sunnys.html" target="_blank">Sunny’s Café</a> at <a href="https://www.sunshinemeadows.org/" target="_blank">Sunshine Meadows Retirement Community</a> from 8 a.m. until 10 a.m.&nbsp;According to Sunshine Meadows’ Food Service Director and Chef Eric Beye, the funds raised from the Pancake Feed will be used to remodel Sunny’s Café's dish room.&nbsp;&nbsp;“It’s terribly outdated and we’ve got to get some things done,” Beye said. &nbsp;Sunshine Meadows has been talking about updating the dish room since pre-COVID. &nbsp;The Pancake Feed will consist of pancakes and sausage. Entry is&nbsp;$5 for children and $8 adults. &nbsp;Sunny’s Café is located at 400 S Buhler Road in Buhler. &nbsp;Following the Pancake Feed at 10 a.m. children from first to sixth grade, are invited to participate in Buhler’s annual Easter Egg Hunt. &nbsp;<figure>
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 </figure>The Easter Egg Hunt will take place at the baseball diamonds at Wheatland Park. &nbsp;“The 4-H kids stuff all the eggs for us, so there will be over 3,000 eggs out there,” Shelly Bartel of Bartel Kitchen and Bath and Buhler Chamber of Commerce president said. &nbsp;The Easter Egg Hunt is sponsored by the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BuhlerChamber/" target="_blank">Buhler Chamber of Commerce</a>. &nbsp;At the same time as the Easter Egg Hunt, the Hello Spring Vendor Event will be taking place at <a href="https://bartelkitchenandbath.com/" target="_blank">Bartel Kitchen and Bat</a>h.<figure>
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 </figure>“Basically, we have about 10 different vendors. We have craft vendors, we have direct marketing,” Bartel said. “We have Tastefully Simple, Color Street, just a bunch of vendors. We have somebody bringing baked goods.” &nbsp;The Hello Spring Vendor Event will run until 2 p.m.On April 1, those who stick around Bartel Kitchen and Bath with their kids or are coming from the Easter Egg Hunt, starting at 10:30 a.m. can take pictures of their kids with the Easter Bunny. &nbsp;<figure>
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 </figure>“They get done at the Easter Egg Hunt and they come on down here,” Bartel said. “I'd say in the past, we’ve had between 150 and 200 kids come through.” &nbsp;The event will last until 1:30 p.m.Bartel Kitchen and Bath is located at 207 N. Main St. in Buhler. &nbsp;Then beginning at 1 p.m. in the afternoon, Buhler’s “newish” bed and breakfast, the <a href="https://www.sunshinemeadows.org/wildflower-inn.html" target="_blank">Wildflower Inn,</a> will be hosting a Spring Market. &nbsp;<figure>
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 </figure>“The Spring Market, basically there's going to be different spring-like items that are going to be for sale,” Sara Nowlan with Sunshine Meadows said. “We will have a couple of different vendors."&nbsp;Sunshine Meadows now owns the Wildflower Inn which was opened in the 1940s, and its last owners were Nowlan’s parents. &nbsp;Vendors include Propagated Plants and Philanthropy, Owl’s Lavender Patch, and LuvBlossoms Flowers by Tai, as well as a few farm-fresh egg vendors. &nbsp;Additionally, visitors will have the opportunity to have their photos taken for free with small, feathery&nbsp;chicks. &nbsp;The Spring Market at Wildflower Inn, located at 406 W. Ave. A in Buhler, is come and go until 4 p.m. on April 1.<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;