HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The October unemployment rate for Reno County held steady at 3.5%. The jobless rate in 2020 was at 4.1%.

The jobless rate in Hutchinson increased by a fraction from 3.6% to 3.7%. There were 1,042 county residents out of work with 702 of them in Hutchinson.&nbsp;

The jobless rate in the state of Kansas was also steady at 3.9% with more than 58,000 state residents out of work.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The October unemployment rate for Reno County held steady at 3.5%. The jobless rate in 2020 was at 4.1%.The jobless rate in Hutchinson increased by a fraction from 3.6% to 3.7%. There were 1,042 county residents out of work with 702 of them in Hutchinson.&nbsp;The jobless rate in the state of Kansas was also steady at 3.9% with more than 58,000 state residents out of work.<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;

Jobless rate stays steady

SOUTH HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Reno County Planning Commission approved the recommendations of staff on Thursday, as they were directed by county commissioners, to both effectively prohibit wind development in the currently zoned areas of the county and to allow for regulatory oversight of any other potential wind development in what were previously unzoned areas.

"The planning commission approved everything as presented," said county planner Mark Vonachen. "Essentially, what they are doing is zoning the rest of the county, but they're only zoning it for the wind turbines, CWECS."

This approach is the one that was asked for by the county commission.

"Staff expressed concerns about zoning the rest of the county for one particular land use," Vonachen said. "I think the planning commission concurred with that reasoning. That was the directive, really, from the county commission is to consider something like that and so, we went through that process and they recommended approval of that. They felt like commercial wind land use is a pretty extreme type of land use and we need to be able to have an ability to review something like that."

Given that the meeting lasted just over two hours, there is a lot of public testimony to be put on the record correctly before action can come to the County Commission. It is Vonachen's goal to get the subject on the agenda at the first meeting in December, which would be the 14th.

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PostSOUTH HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Reno County Planning Commission approved the recommendations of staff on Thursday, as they were directed by county commissioners, to both effectively prohibit wind development in the currently zoned areas of the county and to allow for regulatory oversight of any other potential wind development in what were previously unzoned areas."The planning commission approved everything as presented," said county planner Mark Vonachen. "Essentially, what they are doing is zoning the rest of the county, but they're only zoning it for the wind turbines, CWECS."This approach is the one that was asked for by the county commission."Staff expressed concerns about zoning the rest of the county for one particular land use," Vonachen said. "I think the planning commission concurred with that reasoning. That was the directive, really, from the county commission is to consider something like that and so, we went through that process and they recommended approval of that. They felt like commercial wind land use is a pretty extreme type of land use and we need to be able to have an ability to review something like that."Given that the meeting lasted just over two hours, there is a lot of public testimony to be put on the record correctly before action can come to the County Commission. It is Vonachen's goal to get the subject on the agenda at the first meeting in December, which would be the 14th.

Planning commission approves county commission CWECS suggestions Thursday


HUTCHINSON,
Kan. — 
The Hutchinson Salvation Army kicked off their 2021 Kettle campaign with a ceremony over the noon hour in front of the Toy Depot on Main Street in Hutchinson Thursday.

"It was fun to have the interaction between Marc Buckley with the Toy Depot and Kevin Rule with the Sleep Shoppe," James said. "It's just the competitive nature that they both have. Really, it's just the heart of how they can give back and help the community. I was really grateful for that. Of course, the Chamber and Kiwanis was there to help support us, as well."

The kettles are just a part of the Salvation Army's monetary goal each year.

"Our kettle goal this year is $70,000," James said. "Our overall Christmas goal, which would include donations dropped in or through the mail or through our mail appeal campaign is $400,000, $70,000 of that is through the red kettle."

Kettles will be downtown at the Toy Depot, Sleep Shoppe and Furniture Gallery and Smith's Market.

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HUTCHINSON,
Kan. — 
The Hutchinson Salvation Army kicked off their 2021 Kettle campaign with a ceremony over the noon hour in front of the Toy Depot on Main Street in Hutchinson Thursday."It was fun to have the interaction between Marc Buckley with the Toy Depot and Kevin Rule with the Sleep Shoppe," James said. "It's just the competitive nature that they both have. Really, it's just the heart of how they can give back and help the community. I was really grateful for that. Of course, the Chamber and Kiwanis was there to help support us, as well."The kettles are just a part of the Salvation Army's monetary goal each year."Our kettle goal this year is $70,000," James said. "Our overall Christmas goal, which would include donations dropped in or through the mail or through our mail appeal campaign is $400,000, $70,000 of that is through the red kettle."Kettles will be downtown at the Toy Depot, Sleep Shoppe and Furniture Gallery and Smith's Market.

Kettle kickoff Thursday in Hutchinson

HARVEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a teen suspect from another state after a chase through&nbsp;Harvey and Sedgwick counties.

Just before 10:30 a.m. Thursday, police were dispatched to the Chisholm Trail Shopping Center,  601 SE 36th Street in Newton, after a report of a person in a car acting suspicious around the businesses, according to a media release.

 When the first officer arrived, the driver of the car immediately fled, intentionally striking the officer’s car on the way out of the parking lot.

Police pursued the suspect north on Kansas Avenue, onto U.S. 50 and then back south on Kansas Avenue. As the car entered Sedgwick County, assistance from Sedgwick County law enforcement was requested. At 85th Street North, the driver intentionally swerved and tried to strike a Valley Center Police car. 

The chase continued for a short time on residential streets in Valley Center, where the suspect again struck the same Newton Police car, disabling it, before entering Interstate 135 southbound. 

The suspect’s car had slowed considerably because of a flat tire but continued to flee. North of the 61st Street North exit, the Kansas Highway Patrol was able to successfully stop the car with a Tactical Vehicle Intervention, using the patrol car to force the suspect’s vehicle sideways.

The suspect was taken into custody without further incident and transported back to Newton.  

The 17-year-old male suspect was wanted in Minnesota, and the car was determined to be stolen from South Dakota. The suspect is being held on requested charges including two counts of aggravated battery on law enforcement, four counts of aggravated assault on law enforcement, felony flee and elude while engaging in reckless driving, felony flee and elude in a stolen vehicle, felony flee and elude by avoiding tire deflation device, felony flee and elude while committing five or more moving violations, felony possession of stolen property, possession of methamphetamine, possession of marijuana, minor in possession of alcohol, and numerous traffic violations.  

Two Newton Police officers had minor injuries and were evaluated by EMS at the scene. The suspect was not injured. 

Police continue to investigate what other crimes the suspect may have committed between the time the car was stolen and when he was arrested. The case will be presented to the Harvey County Attorney’s Office for review of charges.

HARVEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a teen suspect from another state after a chase through&nbsp;Harvey and Sedgwick counties.Just before 10:30 a.m. Thursday, police were dispatched to the Chisholm Trail Shopping Center, 601 SE 36th Street in Newton, after a report of a person in a car acting suspicious around the businesses, according to a media release. When the first officer arrived, the driver of the car immediately fled, intentionally striking the officer’s car on the way out of the parking lot.Police pursued the suspect north on Kansas Avenue, onto U.S. 50 and then back south on Kansas Avenue. As the car entered Sedgwick County, assistance from Sedgwick County law enforcement was requested. At 85th Street North, the driver intentionally swerved and tried to strike a Valley Center Police car. The chase continued for a short time on residential streets in Valley Center, where the suspect again struck the same Newton Police car, disabling it, before entering Interstate 135 southbound. The suspect’s car had slowed considerably because of a flat tire but continued to flee. North of the 61st Street North exit, the Kansas Highway Patrol was able to successfully stop the car with a Tactical Vehicle Intervention, using the patrol car to force the suspect’s vehicle sideways.The suspect was taken into custody without further incident and transported back to Newton. The 17-year-old male suspect was wanted in Minnesota, and the car was determined to be stolen from South Dakota. The suspect is being held on requested charges including two counts of aggravated battery on law enforcement, four counts of aggravated assault on law enforcement, felony flee and elude while engaging in reckless driving, felony flee and elude in a stolen vehicle, felony flee and elude by avoiding tire deflation device, felony flee and elude while committing five or more moving violations, felony possession of stolen property, possession of methamphetamine, possession of marijuana, minor in possession of alcohol, and numerous traffic violations. Two Newton Police officers had minor injuries and were evaluated by EMS at the scene. The suspect was not injured. Police continue to investigate what other crimes the suspect may have committed between the time the car was stolen and when he was arrested. The case will be presented to the Harvey County Attorney’s Office for review of charges.

Wanted teen jailed after chase, crash into Kansas police vehicles

Welch comments on COVID-19, Moran talks ag input costs, A serial killer in KCK? The FBI thinks so, plus more from Hutch Post.

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HUTCHINSON, Kan. — For the past year, the Reno County Museum has been working in concert with WSU and with assistance from the Hutchinson Community Foundation and Humanities Kansas to digitize the collection of local historian Pat Mitchell.&nbsp;

This collection contains thousands of portraits from Hirst Studio, hundreds of photos from across the history of the city of Hutchinson, historic newspapers, as well as Pat’s own scrapbooks and research notes. As of now, <a href="https://cdm15942.contentdm.oclc.org/digital/collection/p15942coll210/">more than 2,000 studio portraits are available for viewing online via WSU’s Special Collections and University Archives webpage</a>.&nbsp;

To celebrate this collection and to take public access even further, the museum is opening its newly-revamped research library on Dec. 10. The Pat Mitchell Research Library will have a computer available, allowing the public to come into the museum and access a database listing every artifact currently in the collection. The public is invited to attend the opening reception from 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. on Dec. 10.&nbsp;

Guests are invited to see how people from every era contributed to the legacy of Reno County history.&nbsp;

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — For the past year, the Reno County Museum has been working in concert with WSU and with assistance from the Hutchinson Community Foundation and Humanities Kansas to digitize the collection of local historian Pat Mitchell.&nbsp;This collection contains thousands of portraits from Hirst Studio, hundreds of photos from across the history of the city of Hutchinson, historic newspapers, as well as Pat’s own scrapbooks and research notes. As of now, <a href="https://cdm15942.contentdm.oclc.org/digital/collection/p15942coll210/">more than 2,000 studio portraits are available for viewing online via WSU’s Special Collections and University Archives webpage</a>.&nbsp;To celebrate this collection and to take public access even further, the museum is opening its newly-revamped research library on Dec. 10. The Pat Mitchell Research Library will have a computer available, allowing the public to come into the museum and access a database listing every artifact currently in the collection. The public is invited to attend the opening reception from 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. on Dec. 10.&nbsp;Guests are invited to see how people from every era contributed to the legacy of Reno County history.&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;

Reno County Museum to host special display 

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Only two parts remain to the 15-part series The Decades from Hutch Post. This Sunday, explore the 2000s.&nbsp;A combination of holding your breath and wild celebration are a part of the rollover to Y2K. Police guard banks and many watch to see if their computers will function. Once everything settled down, there was a lot of news in the 2000s, including 9/11, the Hutchinson gas explosions, and a scandal in the sheriff’s department. Efforts begin to save one of the city’s historic buildings, HutchCC and HHS get a beautiful new home for football and track, and one of the more high-profile trials begins when Max Ary is indicted. There's a new home for Eagle Communications and a major highway project begins.

As we celebrate the 150th birthday of Hutchinson and Reno County, we want to go through the years, decade by decade, to see how things have changed and — remarkably — how they have stayed the same. This would not be possible without the efforts of Steve Harmon, the Reno County Museum, and the Hutchinson Public Library, who have made a great effort to supply us with the information and photos that you’ll see in this 15-part series. We hope you enjoy it.

We invite you to help us with this trip down memory lane. If you have specific memories of our city or county's growth&nbsp;since the 1960s, or have photos you'd like to share, send them to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:HutchPost@eagleradio.net">HutchPost@eagleradio.net</a>.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Only two parts remain to the 15-part series The Decades from Hutch Post. This Sunday, explore the 2000s.&nbsp;A combination of holding your breath and wild celebration are a part of the rollover to Y2K. Police guard banks and many watch to see if their computers will function. Once everything settled down, there was a lot of news in the 2000s, including 9/11, the Hutchinson gas explosions, and a scandal in the sheriff’s department. Efforts begin to save one of the city’s historic buildings, HutchCC and HHS get a beautiful new home for football and track, and one of the more high-profile trials begins when Max Ary is indicted. There's a new home for Eagle Communications and a major highway project begins.As we celebrate the 150th birthday of Hutchinson and Reno County, we want to go through the years, decade by decade, to see how things have changed and — remarkably — how they have stayed the same. This would not be possible without the efforts of Steve Harmon, the Reno County Museum, and the Hutchinson Public Library, who have made a great effort to supply us with the information and photos that you’ll see in this 15-part series. We hope you enjoy it.We invite you to help us with this trip down memory lane. If you have specific memories of our city or county's growth&nbsp;since the 1960s, or have photos you'd like to share, send them to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:HutchPost@eagleradio.net">HutchPost@eagleradio.net</a>.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/239f71e3-58f9-4107-b657-04ace0aba6e5">CLICK HERE FOR THE 1870s</a> <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/4523eb41-6726-4b1d-8ef5-54dedbe74d38">CLICK HERE FOR THE 1880s</a> <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/aed5c227-5456-4c86-b4e0-2da58b625d79">CLICK HERE FOR THE 1890s</a> <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/cbb05344-de8a-41cb-bc81-4f2b031d0e3e">CLICK HERE FOR THE 1900s</a> <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/3a46367b-74cf-45f8-908a-80df2eba6230">CLICK HERE FOR THE 1910s</a> <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/8b97ee4d-1ff3-4093-b15d-fc874c77ddff">CLICK HERE FOR THE 1920s</a> <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/d7ef87fc-b259-4f19-b2b4-1bbc1753e021">CLICK HERE FOR THE 1930s</a> <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/52bb60af-ca6a-4d7a-b83f-07d4ed8d7dbf">CLICK HERE FOR THE 1940s</a> <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/33c24264-80cf-4c26-9e21-65fc137ca86e">CLICK HERE FOR THE 1950s</a> <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/f86a087b-d4c3-4f8d-a969-05ec65b88b3e">CLICK HERE FOR THE 1960s</a> <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/9e49a0f4-b3e3-4844-bbda-d23c44493e7a">CLICK HERE FOR THE 1970s</a> <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/4f79d1f2-124a-4359-aac2-9730565fc59d">CLICK HERE FOR THE 1980s</a> <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/75732b13-0023-43d1-86c5-88e6f937e7fd">CLICK HERE FOR THE 1990s</a>The Decades are brought to you by: <a href="http://www.hutchinsonfc.com/">Hutchinson Funeral Chapel</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/rothefloors/">Rothe Family Flooring</a> <a href="https://www.hutchpl.org/">Hutchinson Public Library</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.

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WASHINGTON — 
Kansas U.S. Senator Jerry Moran spoke at a press conference Wednesday and noted that the costs of agricultural inputs are staggering right now.

"The average retail price for anhydrous, the basis of nitrogen fertilizer, set a record this week at $1,113 per ton a 38% increase in just one month," Moran said.

That's leaving aside the increases at the gas and diesel pumps.

"Wheat sold in Colby, Kansas at the elevator, increased by 48% in the last year," Moran said. "Fed cattle increased by 21% in the last year. That should be, in a sense, good for farmers. Increasing commodity prices should mean increasing revenue."

"Those increasing prices, while damaging to everyone, including what farmers put on their table, is not able to compensate for the ever-increasing cost of production. The input costs exceed the increase in the cost of those commodities."

Moran serves on the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies.

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WASHINGTON — 
Kansas U.S. Senator Jerry Moran spoke at a press conference Wednesday and noted that the costs of agricultural inputs are staggering right now."The average retail price for anhydrous, the basis of nitrogen fertilizer, set a record this week at $1,113 per ton a 38% increase in just one month," Moran said.That's leaving aside the increases at the gas and diesel pumps."Wheat sold in Colby, Kansas at the elevator, increased by 48% in the last year," Moran said. "Fed cattle increased by 21% in the last year. That should be, in a sense, good for farmers. Increasing commodity prices should mean increasing revenue."The revenue isn't enough, though."Those increasing prices, while damaging to everyone, including what farmers put on their table, is not able to compensate for the ever-increasing cost of production. The input costs exceed the increase in the cost of those commodities."Moran serves on the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies.

Moran speaks at press conference, highlights costs for ag producers due to inflation


HUTCHINSON,
Kan. — 
Chuck Welch with Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System notes that though COVID-19 isn't the threat it once was for the vaccinated, it hasn't gone away.

"As we saw in the first and second surges, people tend to relax," Welch said. "Maybe they stopped getting vaccinated. They stopped wearing their masks and hand washing and then the numbers go back up. I think it's a reminder that COVID-19 is going to be an ever present threat. We just cannot let our guard down until we hit that critical mass where people have either been infected or are vaccinated."

Even so, the hospital is counting on its employees to make their own choices regarding vaccination and if they can't be vaccinated, that employees will follow the infection control protocols as they always do, until there is a final decision on the federal mandates that have been proposed.

"We will be federally compliant, but we are also understanding that many folks, for whatever reason, cannot follow the mandate, whether it be religious or physical," Welch said. "We love and take care of our employees first, but we will do everything we can do to be in compliance without violating anybody's inability to get the vaccine."

In fact, there has been some additional help in nursing because the hospital is not mandating the COVID-19 vaccine at this point, and did not do so prior to the federal mandates that are still in legal question, and would not plan to unless those mandates are upheld.

"These folks, by and large, are experts at keeping themselves and our patients safe by wearing masks, they wash their hands, I mean these are things they do every day," Welch said. "We have yet to mandate any sort of vaccination policy and, because of that, we've had several employees, nurses especially, migrate to Hutchinson Regional."

Hutchinson Regional still needs nurses, though. At this point, they can only staff about 80 beds, though the hospital is licensed for 190 beds. Welch said in the coming months the hospital would continue to seek out multiple avenues to increase patient capacity.

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HUTCHINSON,
Kan. — 
Chuck Welch with Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System notes that though COVID-19 isn't the threat it once was for the vaccinated, it hasn't gone away."As we saw in the first and second surges, people tend to relax," Welch said. "Maybe they stopped getting vaccinated. They stopped wearing their masks and hand washing and then the numbers go back up. I think it's a reminder that COVID-19 is going to be an ever present threat. We just cannot let our guard down until we hit that critical mass where people have either been infected or are vaccinated."Even so, the hospital is counting on its employees to make their own choices regarding vaccination and if they can't be vaccinated, that employees will follow the infection control protocols as they always do, until there is a final decision on the federal mandates that have been proposed."We will be federally compliant, but we are also understanding that many folks, for whatever reason, cannot follow the mandate, whether it be religious or physical," Welch said. "We love and take care of our employees first, but we will do everything we can do to be in compliance without violating anybody's inability to get the vaccine."In fact, there has been some additional help in nursing because the hospital is not mandating the COVID-19 vaccine at this point, and did not do so prior to the federal mandates that are still in legal question, and would not plan to unless those mandates are upheld."These folks, by and large, are experts at keeping themselves and our patients safe by wearing masks, they wash their hands, I mean these are things they do every day," Welch said. "We have yet to mandate any sort of vaccination policy and, because of that, we've had several employees, nurses especially, migrate to Hutchinson Regional."Hutchinson Regional still needs nurses, though. At this point, they can only staff about 80 beds, though the hospital is licensed for 190 beds. Welch said in the coming months the hospital would continue to seek out multiple avenues to increase patient capacity.

Welch comments on continued COVID-19 threat, watching federal policy going forward

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Kansas State Fair wants to know what you think of the fair and how they can make your experience more enjoyable. The fair has started a survey that was e-mailed out to patrons.&nbsp;

“We want to make sure in planning for this year, in getting some ideas on what people want to see,” GM Bryan Schulz said. “Also get a feel of how 2021 went for everybody.”

Schulz says the survey is kind of an online focus group to make the fair better.

The survey takes just a few minutes and can be found on the <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2F3Hmlgdh%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR2MBIu2psKqQcjltbs2p79UialBwx4GpAaQKZ4vHja9XW1pi05Dc-NsZaE&amp;h=AT2Zmm9DNF3K4xqiX5jaVrd1z_e3D4_VlKs9SiCCCNZqHXhvsXN8Uyyw8Z2YfHkRe4mlZgNhlldFdNjVguyXcYdxjjXCvSEGP9bSGrxg_Gn1xgpBwi52-TSoMPkopT-7gA&amp;__tn__=-UK*F&amp;c[0]=AT1hIBf7jPCsZnak95GfKUlhJhb63TFhKCwMRGdxnZF-FmVp4GchxSc869gJuwmnKQOPgU-r_T7VqnXlbaHbNEqQjKAfTKlFaceGAC_g9af0uqOQJJ8Sf8EBU4DWs9oSHHKdZdqhgp62y4r6ZN_Q3x8Cg3W8drXSW6zPEYYysOJuC3qq">Kansas State Fair Facebook page</a> and has been sent out to more than 40,000 patrons on the fair’s mailing and social media platforms.

The deadline to take the survey is Nov. 21 and the results will be available by the end of the month.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Kansas State Fair wants to know what you think of the fair and how they can make your experience more enjoyable. The fair has started a survey that was e-mailed out to patrons.&nbsp;“We want to make sure in planning for this year, in getting some ideas on what people want to see,” GM Bryan Schulz said. “Also get a feel of how 2021 went for everybody.”Schulz says the survey is kind of an online focus group to make the fair better.The survey takes just a few minutes and can be found on the <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2F3Hmlgdh%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR2MBIu2psKqQcjltbs2p79UialBwx4GpAaQKZ4vHja9XW1pi05Dc-NsZaE&amp;h=AT2Zmm9DNF3K4xqiX5jaVrd1z_e3D4_VlKs9SiCCCNZqHXhvsXN8Uyyw8Z2YfHkRe4mlZgNhlldFdNjVguyXcYdxjjXCvSEGP9bSGrxg_Gn1xgpBwi52-TSoMPkopT-7gA&amp;__tn__=-UK*F&amp;c[0]=AT1hIBf7jPCsZnak95GfKUlhJhb63TFhKCwMRGdxnZF-FmVp4GchxSc869gJuwmnKQOPgU-r_T7VqnXlbaHbNEqQjKAfTKlFaceGAC_g9af0uqOQJJ8Sf8EBU4DWs9oSHHKdZdqhgp62y4r6ZN_Q3x8Cg3W8drXSW6zPEYYysOJuC3qq">Kansas State Fair Facebook page</a> and has been sent out to more than 40,000 patrons on the fair’s mailing and social media platforms.The deadline to take the survey is Nov. 21 and the results will be available by the end of the month.<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;

Survey being conducted for Kansas State Fair

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — While many are planning to travel at least a short distance this Thanksgiving holiday it’s also time to be planning that Christmas holiday trip. Laura Meyer-Dick with First National Travel says while some people are traveling some distance for Thanksgiving, many are waiting until Christmas.

“Thanksgiving hasn’t been quite as popular but we are seeing a lot more for the Christmas holiday because I think it’s a little bit longer stint of time,”&nbsp; Meyer-Dick said. “People are taking those bigger trips and need that extra time.”

Meyer-Dick says to keep a close eye on your flight as things can change quickly.

“You need to reconfirm your flight, make sure you turn on your text messages to get notification on flight delays,” meyer-Dick said. “ A lot of the airlines are having computer problems and that has caused a mess.”&nbsp;&nbsp;

As always make sure you arrive at the airport early to get through checkpoints and prepare for travel. You may also need a vaccination card to travel to some places and of course you’ll need a mask at the airport and on board your flight.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — While many are planning to travel at least a short distance this Thanksgiving holiday it’s also time to be planning that Christmas holiday trip. Laura Meyer-Dick with First National Travel says while some people are traveling some distance for Thanksgiving, many are waiting until Christmas.“Thanksgiving hasn’t been quite as popular but we are seeing a lot more for the Christmas holiday because I think it’s a little bit longer stint of time,”&nbsp; Meyer-Dick said. “People are taking those bigger trips and need that extra time.”Meyer-Dick says to keep a close eye on your flight as things can change quickly.“You need to reconfirm your flight, make sure you turn on your text messages to get notification on flight delays,” meyer-Dick said. “ A lot of the airlines are having computer problems and that has caused a mess.”&nbsp;&nbsp;As always make sure you arrive at the airport early to get through checkpoints and prepare for travel. You may also need a vaccination card to travel to some places and of course you’ll need a mask at the airport and on board your flight.<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;

Time for planning Christmas travel is upon us


HUTCHINSON,
Kan. — 
Teachers in USD 308 will vote on their new contract this week.

"The teacher's association, they're going to meet on Friday," said USD 308 Superintendent Mike Folks. "Staff will have an opportunity to vote on the package that was verbally agreed upon."

Assuming that is ratified, then things will turn around fast.

"I'm hoping that Monday night at our board meeting on the 22nd of November, we can ratify with our teachers association," Folks said. "We already have it tentatively on our agenda waiting for the notification and one thing, it's not just our HNEA members that get a vote, it's anyone that is covered by the negotiated agreement are certified staff. Everyone gets to vote on that package."

Once ratification happens, then the new pay scale will be prorated over the remaining time in the contract year.

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HUTCHINSON,
Kan. — 
Teachers in USD 308 will vote on their new contract this week."The teacher's association, they're going to meet on Friday," said USD 308 Superintendent Mike Folks. "Staff will have an opportunity to vote on the package that was verbally agreed upon."Assuming that is ratified, then things will turn around fast."I'm hoping that Monday night at our board meeting on the 22nd of November, we can ratify with our teachers association," Folks said. "We already have it tentatively on our agenda waiting for the notification and one thing, it's not just our HNEA members that get a vote, it's anyone that is covered by the negotiated agreement are certified staff. Everyone gets to vote on that package."Once ratification happens, then the new pay scale will be prorated over the remaining time in the contract year.

USD 308 teachers to vote on new contract this week


HUTCHINSON,
Kan. — 
The case Kansas is involved in regarding the OSHA vaccine mandate is the one that will go forward, according to Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt.

"This will be one of those cases that, looking back on it, will appear in a civil procedure book at some point in law school because of all the strange procedural machinations," Schmidt said. "Here's the bottom line. We filed a case in the 6th Circuit Court of Appeals in Cincinnati. These types of cases you file directly in the appeals court, which is unusual. We joined with another group of states and that case has been on file now for a couple of weeks and is moving along. Slowly, but it's moving."

The goal is to put civil actions with the same question before one court for efficiency purposes. 

"Nothing changes for Kansas," Schmidt said. "We are still where we are, making the same arguments we've been making from the start. Everybody else is now coming to us. It will be up to the court in Cincinnati to sort this out."

Obviously, with an issue of this magnitude, the appellate court isn't likely where it will end.

"I do think that these cases are likely to reach the Supreme Court, at least some of them, and perhaps rather quickly," Schmidt said. "There are different mandates that the Biden administration has ordered. There's not one single mandate. There are several different ones. They're not identical. They have different requirements, one from the other, and they apply to different groups of Americans, one from the other."

It's likely not going to come down to one major decision, as appellate courts tend to rule in nuanced ways when they have that option.

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HUTCHINSON,
Kan. — 
The case Kansas is involved in regarding the OSHA vaccine mandate is the one that will go forward, according to Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt."This will be one of those cases that, looking back on it, will appear in a civil procedure book at some point in law school because of all the strange procedural machinations," Schmidt said. "Here's the bottom line. We filed a case in the 6th Circuit Court of Appeals in Cincinnati. These types of cases you file directly in the appeals court, which is unusual. We joined with another group of states and that case has been on file now for a couple of weeks and is moving along. Slowly, but it's moving."The goal is to put civil actions with the same question before one court for efficiency purposes. "Nothing changes for Kansas," Schmidt said. "We are still where we are, making the same arguments we've been making from the start. Everybody else is now coming to us. It will be up to the court in Cincinnati to sort this out."Obviously, with an issue of this magnitude, the appellate court isn't likely where it will end."I do think that these cases are likely to reach the Supreme Court, at least some of them, and perhaps rather quickly," Schmidt said. "There are different mandates that the Biden administration has ordered. There's not one single mandate. There are several different ones. They're not identical. They have different requirements, one from the other, and they apply to different groups of Americans, one from the other."It's likely not going to come down to one major decision, as appellate courts tend to rule in nuanced ways when they have that option.

Schmidt: OSHA mandate case that will continue is one Kansas already joined


HUTCHINSON,
Kan. — 
For those who use the 43rd Street intersection at the new bridge, you're now going to have to stop at the corner of Old K-61 and 43rd.

"Due to the sight distance issue when stopped on Old K61 and looking east  towards the newly constructed bridge a 4-way stop will be installed," said Reno County Public Works Director Don Brittain. 

The plan is to have the new stop signs up by midday Thursday.

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HUTCHINSON,
Kan. — 
For those who use the 43rd Street intersection at the new bridge, you're now going to have to stop at the corner of Old K-61 and 43rd."Due to the sight distance issue when stopped on Old K61 and looking east towards the newly constructed bridge a 4-way stop will be installed," said Reno County Public Works Director Don Brittain. The plan is to have the new stop signs up by midday Thursday.

Four-way stop going in near new 43rd bridge

WASHINGTON, D.C. — First District Congressman Tracey Mann spoke on the floor of the U.S. House in opposition to President Biden's Build Back Better reconciliation plan.

"President Biden, Speaker Pelosi, and House Democrats are grossly misusing the noble process of reconciliation," Rep. Mann said. "Intended to be a tool of compromise for Congress to reduce the national deficit, the Democrat party is instead using it to jam through partisan legislation through a deadlock Congress. The Build Back Better plan will only add to an already enormous deficit, drive up inflation on the middle class, and shrink the privacy and rights of the American people."

Earlier this month House Democrats attempted to push through the $1.75 trillion reconciliation package in conjunction with the $1.3 trillion infrastructure package. The infrastructure package passed the House of Representatives without reconciliation. Rep. Mann voted against the infrastructure package and will vote against the Build Back Better plan when it reaches the House Floor.

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 </figure>WASHINGTON, D.C. — First District Congressman Tracey Mann spoke on the floor of the U.S. House in opposition to President Biden's Build Back Better reconciliation plan."President Biden, Speaker Pelosi, and House Democrats are grossly misusing the noble process of reconciliation," Rep. Mann said. "Intended to be a tool of compromise for Congress to reduce the national deficit, the Democrat party is instead using it to jam through partisan legislation through a deadlock Congress. The Build Back Better plan will only add to an already enormous deficit, drive up inflation on the middle class, and shrink the privacy and rights of the American people."Earlier this month House Democrats attempted to push through the $1.75 trillion reconciliation package in conjunction with the $1.3 trillion infrastructure package. The infrastructure package passed the House of Representatives without reconciliation. Rep. Mann voted against the infrastructure package and will vote against the Build Back Better plan when it reaches the House Floor.<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;

Mann continues to oppose infrastructure bills

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Reno County Museum is hosting a Christmas open-house event on Thursday, Dec. 16, from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.&nbsp;

The museum is holding the inaugural Christmas in the Courtyard, which will bring back all of the traditions from the past many remember so fondly. Visitors will enjoy the lights, hot cocoa, cider, music, activities and there may even be a Santa sighting.&nbsp;

All of the exhibits, including the Oodleplex children’s area, will be open late. The museum says that Christmas in the Courtyard is a time to celebrate the historic moments of the holiday season.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Reno County Museum is hosting a Christmas open-house event on Thursday, Dec. 16, from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.&nbsp;The museum is holding the inaugural Christmas in the Courtyard, which will bring back all of the traditions from the past many remember so fondly. Visitors will enjoy the lights, hot cocoa, cider, music, activities and there may even be a Santa sighting.&nbsp;All of the exhibits, including the Oodleplex children’s area, will be open late. The museum says that Christmas in the Courtyard is a time to celebrate the historic moments of the holiday season.<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.

Museum to host Christmas in the Courtyard Dec. 16

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Regional Medical Center announced this week that Janet Brock, APRN, will bring 30 years of local healthcare expertise to Hutchinson Hematology and Oncology, joining Dr. Sawsan Amireh’s staff.

Brock, a longtime member of the Hutchinson Regional Medical Center team, has worked with the Hutchinson Clinic and as a hospitalist with Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. Since September 2019, she has served as the Employee Health Manager at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center.

Brock holds a master’s degree in Family Practice from Wichita State University, a bachelor’s in Nursing from WSU, and an associate in Nursing from Hutchinson Community College.

Brock described the new position as an exciting and important opportunity. “Oncology patients, for good reasons, are often overwhelmed by their prognoses,” Brock said. “At the same time, I have found there is no one more appreciative of your time than an oncology patient.”

Ken Johnson, President and CEO of Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System, said Janet will be a great asset to the staff at Hutchinson Hematology and Oncology. “Janet has a vast background in multiple facets of healthcare. That experience, coupled with a special calling to work with oncology patients, makes her a perfect fit for this new position,” Johnson said. “Her distinguished resume in healthcare is a great preparation for her new responsibilities.”

Brock and her husband, Paul, are the parents of five grown children.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Regional Medical Center announced this week that Janet Brock, APRN, will bring 30 years of local healthcare expertise to Hutchinson Hematology and Oncology, joining Dr. Sawsan Amireh’s staff.Brock, a longtime member of the Hutchinson Regional Medical Center team, has worked with the Hutchinson Clinic and as a hospitalist with Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. Since September 2019, she has served as the Employee Health Manager at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center.Brock holds a master’s degree in Family Practice from Wichita State University, a bachelor’s in Nursing from WSU, and an associate in Nursing from Hutchinson Community College.Brock described the new position as an exciting and important opportunity. “Oncology patients, for good reasons, are often overwhelmed by their prognoses,” Brock said. “At the same time, I have found there is no one more appreciative of your time than an oncology patient.”Ken Johnson, President and CEO of Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System, said Janet will be a great asset to the staff at Hutchinson Hematology and Oncology. “Janet has a vast background in multiple facets of healthcare. That experience, coupled with a special calling to work with oncology patients, makes her a perfect fit for this new position,” Johnson said. “Her distinguished resume in healthcare is a great preparation for her new responsibilities.”Brock and her husband, Paul, are the parents of five grown children.<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;

Brock joins hematology and oncology at HRMC

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The next TEFAP commodity distribution is from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 21, at the former Dillon Living Center, 1901 E. 23rd.&nbsp;

This program is for low-income people of all ages. TEFAP commodities are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. There is no need to pre-register. You are not allowed to pick up boxes for anyone other than yourself. Please form a single line with your vehicles, making sure not to block driveways and intersections.

The TEFAP distribution is provided by the Emanuel Lutheran Church and Trinity United Methodist Church.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The next TEFAP commodity distribution is from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 21, at the former Dillon Living Center, 1901 E. 23rd.&nbsp;This program is for low-income people of all ages. TEFAP commodities are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. There is no need to pre-register. You are not allowed to pick up boxes for anyone other than yourself. Please form a single line with your vehicles, making sure not to block driveways and intersections.The TEFAP distribution is provided by the Emanuel Lutheran Church and Trinity United Methodist Church.<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;

TEFAP distribution is Sunday

HAVEN, Kan. —&nbsp;Haven Mayor Adam Wright let citizens know Wednesday that the City Office will be closed to the public until after Thanksgiving, due to a recent COVID-19 case within the City building.

"The City of Haven greatly values its citizens and employees and takes their health and safety seriously,"  Wright said. "This temporary change is implemented to provide maximum health and safety for the City’s employees and citizens alike in the best interest of our community."

Office staff will work from home with full abilities to answer customer inquiries over the phone at (620) 465-3618, through email at <a href="mailto:cityclerk@havencityhall.org">cityclerk@havencityhall.org</a> or <a href="mailto:utilityclerk@havencityhall.org">utilityclerk@havencityhall.org</a> and via Facebook Messenger. Payments for court fines, utility bills, dog tags, etc. may be placed through the slot on the door of 120 S. Kansas Avenue or made via telephone or Internet.

Building permit applications will be facilitated through mail, fax, or email.  Those needing an inspection should schedule directly with the Building Inspector, Charles Arndt, at (316) 680-9566.  All other City operations will operate normally, including the burn site.

As of now, the plan is to reopen the office on Monday, Nov. 29.

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 </figure>HAVEN, Kan. —&nbsp;Haven Mayor Adam Wright let citizens know Wednesday that the City Office will be closed to the public until after Thanksgiving, due to a recent COVID-19 case within the City building."The City of Haven greatly values its citizens and employees and takes their health and safety seriously," Wright said. "This temporary change is implemented to provide maximum health and safety for the City’s employees and citizens alike in the best interest of our community."Office staff will work from home with full abilities to answer customer inquiries over the phone at (620) 465-3618, through email at <a href="mailto:cityclerk@havencityhall.org">cityclerk@havencityhall.org</a> or <a href="mailto:utilityclerk@havencityhall.org">utilityclerk@havencityhall.org</a> and via Facebook Messenger. Payments for court fines, utility bills, dog tags, etc. may be placed through the slot on the door of 120 S. Kansas Avenue or made via telephone or Internet.Building permit applications will be facilitated through mail, fax, or email. Those needing an inspection should schedule directly with the Building Inspector, Charles Arndt, at (316) 680-9566. All other City operations will operate normally, including the burn site.As of now, the plan is to reopen the office on Monday, Nov. 29.

Haven city office work to be done from employee homes until after Thanksgiving

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Kansas State Fair just completed two days of meetings with stakeholders and others regarding the future of The Bison Arena. The building, which is one of the oldest on the fairgrounds, is in need of renovation both cosmetically and structurally.&nbsp;

“We had four focus groups, and it was legislators, it was county commissioners, we had commodity groups, and our board and staff,” GM Bryan Schulz said. “Everything was fantastic, we had a great meeting opportunity for everyone to give their input on what they would like to see in The Bison Arena.”

The state fair would like to use the building for ag-related exhibits or education.

“We’ve been talking an ag innovation center, but ag is so broad, so we’re talking an innovation center that can encompass a lot of things,” Schulz said.&nbsp;

But the building is old and not only does it need to have a purpose for the fair, it also has to be safe, according to Schulz.

“Our biggest thing is to make sure that it’s structurally sound first off and foremost,” Schulz said. “And then working with the commodity groups and organizers in the community and the state to bring education in agriculture to that facility.”

The Bison Arena&nbsp; was constructed in 1937. During World War II the arena was used by the Navy as a training center.&nbsp; More recently it has been used for small animal shows throughout the year, and during the Fair the arena hosted the Antique Tractor Pulling Contest and other smaller livestock events.

The facility was last used for shows at the 2019 Fair. &nbsp; After years of concern expressed by the Fire Marshall, the Bison Arena was finally deemed unsafe after the 2019 Fair. &nbsp; It has since been used by the Kansas State Fair staff for maintenance and storage.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Kansas State Fair just completed two days of meetings with stakeholders and others regarding the future of The Bison Arena. The building, which is one of the oldest on the fairgrounds, is in need of renovation both cosmetically and structurally.&nbsp;“We had four focus groups, and it was legislators, it was county commissioners, we had commodity groups, and our board and staff,” GM Bryan Schulz said. “Everything was fantastic, we had a great meeting opportunity for everyone to give their input on what they would like to see in The Bison Arena.”The state fair would like to use the building for ag-related exhibits or education.“We’ve been talking an ag innovation center, but ag is so broad, so we’re talking an innovation center that can encompass a lot of things,” Schulz said.&nbsp;But the building is old and not only does it need to have a purpose for the fair, it also has to be safe, according to Schulz.“Our biggest thing is to make sure that it’s structurally sound first off and foremost,” Schulz said. “And then working with the commodity groups and organizers in the community and the state to bring education in agriculture to that facility.”The Bison Arena&nbsp; was constructed in 1937. During World War II the arena was used by the Navy as a training center.&nbsp; More recently it has been used for small animal shows throughout the year, and during the Fair the arena hosted the Antique Tractor Pulling Contest and other smaller livestock events.The facility was last used for shows at the 2019 Fair. &nbsp; After years of concern expressed by the Fire Marshall, the Bison Arena was finally deemed unsafe after the 2019 Fair. &nbsp; It has since been used by the Kansas State Fair staff for maintenance and storage.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HER</a>E&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;

Bison arena discussed in 2 days of meetings

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — An agri-business software company has been named the Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce Agri-Business of the Year.

AgTrax, headquartered in downtown Hutchinson, was selected as the recipient of the award during the Chamber's annual Farm City Week breakfast event Wednesday morning. AgTrax was recognized for its 25 years of serving the global, state, and local agriculture communities. Formed in 1996, AgTrax develops grain accounting software, designed specifically for grain elevators, fertilizer companies, full-service cooperatives, ethanol production plants, feed stores, agronomy product and service providers, petroleum outlets, c-stores, and other types of businesses in agriculture. In 2014, AgTrax leaders refocused the company on what it does best – developing accounting software – and began creating strategic partnerships with ‘ag-centric’ software innovation organizations to offer clients a variety of integrated applications to help meet their needs.&nbsp;

"Successful businesses are built on relationships,” Michael Hinton, AgTrax Director of Sales &amp; Marketing, said. “Creating solid, long-lasting relationships with new and existing customers is, and always has been, our recipe for growth. With this, we also have a genuine responsibility to our agri-business customers, to provide cutting-edge software solutions and unmatched service and support. Our people (employees &amp; strategic partners alike) remain our greatest asset; it is because of their dedication and loyalty that AgTrax can serve its customers and our local ag community with honesty, trust, fairness and respect. We appreciate the Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce Agri-Business Committee recognizing AgTrax for our continued, sustainable growth.”&nbsp;

“For 25 years and counting, AgTrax has been the ‘game-changing leader’ in the agri-business software market; having contributed significantly to the global agriculture industry, the State of Kansas, and the Hutchinson/Reno County ag community. We congratulate them on their accomplishments and are proud to honor them with the Agri-Business of the Year award!” Debra Teufel, President/CEO, Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce, said.&nbsp;

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — An agri-business software company has been named the Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce Agri-Business of the Year.AgTrax, headquartered in downtown Hutchinson, was selected as the recipient of the award during the Chamber's annual Farm City Week breakfast event Wednesday morning. AgTrax was recognized for its 25 years of serving the global, state, and local agriculture communities. Formed in 1996, AgTrax develops grain accounting software, designed specifically for grain elevators, fertilizer companies, full-service cooperatives, ethanol production plants, feed stores, agronomy product and service providers, petroleum outlets, c-stores, and other types of businesses in agriculture. In 2014, AgTrax leaders refocused the company on what it does best – developing accounting software – and began creating strategic partnerships with ‘ag-centric’ software innovation organizations to offer clients a variety of integrated applications to help meet their needs.&nbsp;"Successful businesses are built on relationships,” Michael Hinton, AgTrax Director of Sales &amp; Marketing, said. “Creating solid, long-lasting relationships with new and existing customers is, and always has been, our recipe for growth. With this, we also have a genuine responsibility to our agri-business customers, to provide cutting-edge software solutions and unmatched service and support. Our people (employees &amp; strategic partners alike) remain our greatest asset; it is because of their dedication and loyalty that AgTrax can serve its customers and our local ag community with honesty, trust, fairness and respect. We appreciate the Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce Agri-Business Committee recognizing AgTrax for our continued, sustainable growth.”&nbsp;“For 25 years and counting, AgTrax has been the ‘game-changing leader’ in the agri-business software market; having contributed significantly to the global agriculture industry, the State of Kansas, and the Hutchinson/Reno County ag community. We congratulate them on their accomplishments and are proud to honor them with the Agri-Business of the Year award!” Debra Teufel, President/CEO, Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce, said.&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.

AgTrax named Agri-Business of the Year

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — One person was injured in a two-vehicle accident Tuesday in Hutchinson.

According to Hutchinson police, Roxanna Myrick of Hutchinson was at the intersection of Blanchard and K-61 when she pulled out from the stop sign and into the path of an oncoming car driven by Barbara Highland.

Myrick suffered minor injuries and was transported by EMS to Hutchinson Regional Medical Center for treatment. Highland was not injured. The accident happened around 12:25 p.m.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — One person was injured in a two-vehicle accident Tuesday in Hutchinson.According to Hutchinson police, Roxanna Myrick of Hutchinson was at the intersection of Blanchard and K-61 when she pulled out from the stop sign and into the path of an oncoming car driven by Barbara Highland.Myrick suffered minor injuries and was transported by EMS to Hutchinson Regional Medical Center for treatment. Highland was not injured. The accident happened around 12:25 p.m.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.

Accident injures one Tuesday


HUTCHINSON,
Kan. —The Reno County Health Department will be doing a COVID-19 booster clinic from 10:30 to 1:30 at The Salvation Army on Thursday during the Friendship Meals program. It is free and for walk-in only.&nbsp;There would be an administration fee only if a person has insurance.

Otherwise, the health department is administering vaccines during their normal operating hours. Walk-ins are accepted for those age 12 and over wanting primary doses, or those over 18 wanting boosters. Appointments are required for children aged 5-11. Call 620-694-2900 and select option 6 for scheduling.

This announcement comes as active COVID-19 cases continue to rise in Reno County and are currently at 381. According to the Reno County Health Department, there is a high risk of community transmission. As of now50.06% of Reno County residents have received at least one dose of vaccine.

Kansas Governor Laura Kelly, along with the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE), announced Wednesday that fully vaccinated Kansans over the age of 18 are now eligible for COVID-19 booster doses if it has been at least six months since the completion of a primary series of Moderna or Pfizer vaccine, or two months after a Johnson &amp; Johnson vaccine. You may choose to receive a different booster vaccine from your original primary dose as well.

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HUTCHINSON,
Kan. —The Reno County Health Department will be doing a COVID-19 booster clinic from 10:30 to 1:30 at The Salvation Army on Thursday during the Friendship Meals program. It is free and for walk-in only.&nbsp;There would be an administration fee only if a person has insurance.Otherwise, the health department is administering vaccines during their normal operating hours. Walk-ins are accepted for those age 12 and over wanting primary doses, or those over 18 wanting boosters. Appointments are required for children aged 5-11. Call 620-694-2900 and select option 6 for scheduling.This announcement comes as active COVID-19 cases continue to rise in Reno County and are currently at 381. According to the Reno County Health Department, there is a high risk of community transmission. As of now50.06% of Reno County residents have received at least one dose of vaccine.Kansas Governor Laura Kelly, along with the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE), announced Wednesday that fully vaccinated Kansans over the age of 18 are now eligible for COVID-19 booster doses if it has been at least six months since the completion of a primary series of Moderna or Pfizer vaccine, or two months after a Johnson &amp; Johnson vaccine. You may choose to receive a different booster vaccine from your original primary dose as well.

Booster shot clinic Thursday at Salvation Army


HUTCHINSON,
Kan. — Stanley Murdock with Christian Soup Ministry said their Thanksgiving meal will be carry out at noon on Wednesday the 24th. Home delivery starts at 10 a.m. 

Folks need to register for home delivery by 6 p.m. on Monday the 22nd. They can call the Soup Kitchen at 620-662-6468 to reserve a meal.

Emmanuel Lutheran Church will not have a meal this year.

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HUTCHINSON,
Kan. — Stanley Murdock with Christian Soup Ministry said their Thanksgiving meal will be carry out at noon on Wednesday the 24th. Home delivery starts at 10 a.m. Folks need to register for home delivery by 6 p.m. on Monday the 22nd. They can call the Soup Kitchen at 620-662-6468 to reserve a meal.Emmanuel Lutheran Church will not have a meal this year.

Christian Soup Ministry taking Thanksgiving reservations


HUTCHINSON,
Kan. — The City of Hutchinson doesn't yet know if its application for a roundabout project to replace bridges on the Woodie Seat Freeway is going to be allowed.

"We're waiting on that," said City Manager Jeff Cantrell. "I'm expecting to get that any day now. It's something that, we're excited to hear the results on it. We haven't heard any bad news, but at the same time, we haven't heard anything officially affirming it."

The City Council will have to approve acceptance of the grant award.

"There would then be design phases associated with that project," Cantrell said. "If approved, that's where I see most of the interface occurring with the community would be the design phase. It's frustrating, because people want to know, what's it going to look like? We don't yet know. We know we have some possibilities for design that will be beneficial to the neighborhood."

One real concern is getting pedestrians across if roundabouts are used.

"If a person has to walk an additional three or four hundred feet to get to a safer location to cross, that will be one of the factors that we will have to work through also, on the pedestrian aspect of that. That will be an exciting piece of that project, if awarded."

That project has received some negative pushback within the immediate neighborhood. In fact, that was the main issue that prompted Brock Wells to run for City Council. He ultimately lost the race for the SW District seat to Greg Fast. 

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HUTCHINSON,
Kan. — The City of Hutchinson doesn't yet know if its application for a roundabout project to replace bridges on the Woodie Seat Freeway is going to be allowed."We're waiting on that," said City Manager Jeff Cantrell. "I'm expecting to get that any day now. It's something that, we're excited to hear the results on it. We haven't heard any bad news, but at the same time, we haven't heard anything officially affirming it."The City Council will have to approve acceptance of the grant award."There would then be design phases associated with that project," Cantrell said. "If approved, that's where I see most of the interface occurring with the community would be the design phase. It's frustrating, because people want to know, what's it going to look like? We don't yet know. We know we have some possibilities for design that will be beneficial to the neighborhood."One real concern is getting pedestrians across if roundabouts are used."If a person has to walk an additional three or four hundred feet to get to a safer location to cross, that will be one of the factors that we will have to work through also, on the pedestrian aspect of that. That will be an exciting piece of that project, if awarded."That project has received some negative pushback within the immediate neighborhood. In fact, that was the main issue that prompted Brock Wells to run for City Council. He ultimately lost the race for the SW District seat to Greg Fast.

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