BUHLER, Kan. — The Buhler City Council will get a look at the budget for next year during an agenda session set for Tuesday evening.&nbsp;

City Clerk Merrill Peterson will present the numbers that will be the top of the budget the council can go. If approved by the council, the budget will go to a public hearing at a date that will be set Tuesday.

Also Tuesday, the council will go over the annexation of 18 acres of land on the city’s south side. The land is being annexed for future development, although nothing has been announced as a development on the parcel. The city has been working on the annexation for several months now and Tuesday's action will make it official.

Tuesday’s meeting of the Buhler City Council begins at 7 p.m. at the city offices at 219 N. Main.

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 </figure>By ROD ZOOKHutch PostBUHLER, Kan. — The Buhler City Council will get a look at the budget for next year during an agenda session set for Tuesday evening.&nbsp;City Clerk Merrill Peterson will present the numbers that will be the top of the budget the council can go. If approved by the council, the budget will go to a public hearing at a date that will be set Tuesday.Also Tuesday, the council will go over the annexation of 18 acres of land on the city’s south side. The land is being annexed for future development, although nothing has been announced as a development on the parcel. The city has been working on the annexation for several months now and Tuesday's action will make it official.Tuesday’s meeting of the Buhler City Council begins at 7 p.m. at the city offices at 219 N. Main.<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;

Buhler City Council to go over 2022 budget Tuesday

BUHLER, Kan. — The Buhler USD 313 School Board will meet in a special session Tuesday, at which time it could approve a new contract with teachers.&nbsp;

The agenda calls for the board to go into executive session and then come back and take action on a contract for 2021-22.

The board will also go into executive session on another personnel matter and then come back into the forum and take action on administrative and classified wages for the next year.

Tuesday's special meeting of the Buhler school board begins at 5:30 p.m. at the Burkholder Administrative Center.

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 </figure>By ROD ZOOKHutch PostBUHLER, Kan. — The Buhler USD 313 School Board will meet in a special session Tuesday, at which time it could approve a new contract with teachers.&nbsp;The agenda calls for the board to go into executive session and then come back and take action on a contract for 2021-22.The board will also go into executive session on another personnel matter and then come back into the forum and take action on administrative and classified wages for the next year.Tuesday's special meeting of the Buhler school board begins at 5:30 p.m. at the Burkholder Administrative Center.<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;

 USD 313 Board to meet in special session Tuesday

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Children’s Emergency Shelter is one of four nonprofits in the area that will receive funding from the Hutchinson Community Foundation in the latest round of Fund for Hutchinson grant cycles.

The shelter will receive $6,500 that will be used to replace the Children’s Emergency Shelter Home’s sewer line from the building’s wall to the sewer main in the alley. The repair will ensure that children in our community in need of services will continue to find support at the shelter home.

The three other entities receiving funding include:

Early Education Center Inc., $16,130: Early Education Center Inc. recently became its own nonprofit entity. Grant funds will support brand development reflecting this change, ensuring the center’s continued recognition as a quality, specialized service-provider to community children and their families and strengthening the organization’s ability to effectively fundraise.

Kansas Big Brothers Big Sisters Serving Reno County, $5,000: Breaking barriers to Improve the lives of a Generation (BIG!) engages young people through community-based mentoring to help them develop life skills, set goals, explore career possibilities, and strengthen relationships with their Bigs, family and community. Funding will support operations costs of initiating and supporting these matches and provide financial support for planned activities that Bigs and Littles may attend together as they build their relationships.

Stage 9, $9,000: Funds will help support the development of a live, multifaceted, historical walking tour centered on downtown Hutchinson titled “If Walls Could Talk.” Stage 9 aims to build on the success of “Talking Tombstones” by collaborating with downtown businesses to tell the stories of Hutchinson’s interesting and historic buildings, connecting residents with their community’s history while also helping sustain the financial operations of Stage 9 and the partnering downtown businesses.

Established in 1990, the Fund for Hutchinson serves as a permanent resource for the changing needs of Reno County. Grants represent an innovative approach or collaboration, a new efficiency, a critical need that requires funding or an opportunity that needs a bit of local support to leverage resources for the community.

Proposals for the grants are accepted year-round, with awards decided in March, May, July, September and November.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Children’s Emergency Shelter is one of four nonprofits in the area that will receive funding from the Hutchinson Community Foundation in the latest round of Fund for Hutchinson grant cycles.The shelter will receive $6,500 that will be used to replace the Children’s Emergency Shelter Home’s sewer line from the building’s wall to the sewer main in the alley. The repair will ensure that children in our community in need of services will continue to find support at the shelter home.The three other entities receiving funding include:Early Education Center Inc., $16,130: Early Education Center Inc. recently became its own nonprofit entity. Grant funds will support brand development reflecting this change, ensuring the center’s continued recognition as a quality, specialized service-provider to community children and their families and strengthening the organization’s ability to effectively fundraise.Kansas Big Brothers Big Sisters Serving Reno County, $5,000: Breaking barriers to Improve the lives of a Generation (BIG!) engages young people through community-based mentoring to help them develop life skills, set goals, explore career possibilities, and strengthen relationships with their Bigs, family and community. Funding will support operations costs of initiating and supporting these matches and provide financial support for planned activities that Bigs and Littles may attend together as they build their relationships.Stage 9, $9,000: Funds will help support the development of a live, multifaceted, historical walking tour centered on downtown Hutchinson titled “If Walls Could Talk.” Stage 9 aims to build on the success of “Talking Tombstones” by collaborating with downtown businesses to tell the stories of Hutchinson’s interesting and historic buildings, connecting residents with their community’s history while also helping sustain the financial operations of Stage 9 and the partnering downtown businesses.Established in 1990, the Fund for Hutchinson serves as a permanent resource for the changing needs of Reno County. Grants represent an innovative approach or collaboration, a new efficiency, a critical need that requires funding or an opportunity that needs a bit of local support to leverage resources for the community.Proposals for the grants are accepted year-round, with awards decided in March, May, July, September and November.<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;

HCF hands out latest Fund for Hutch grants

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Reno County Commissioners will take action on a resolution that would take the proposal to expand from three to five seats on the board to a public vote when they meet on Tuesday. That vote would happen in November.

The commission has been discussing the expansion for several months now. The board feels more representation would be provided with the expansion and the ability to discuss matters outside of meetings would also be available without violating open meeting laws.

Also Tuesday the board will take action on two bids for new bridges on Arlington Road. The bid on the first bridge in the city of Arlington is from King Construction of Hesston at $1,117,096. The 196 foot span over the Ninnescah River is being paid for with a combination of county funds and K-Dot. The county’s share of the cost is $558,548. The second bridge is located eight miles east of Arlington. King Construction is also the winning bid for the project at $820,054. The county’s share of the costs is $620,054. The rest of the funds for the project will come from the Kansas Local Bridge Improvement Program.

And the board will continue to discuss the Scott Blvd. bridge in South Hutchinson. The city of South Hutchinson and the county are in disagreement over ownership of the bridge, which needs to be replaced.&nbsp;

Tuesday’s meeting of the Reno County Commission begins at 9 a.m. at the Reno County Annex. The meeting will be followed by a joint meeting with the Hutchinson City Council to discuss various shared agreements between both law enforcement departments. That meeting is set for 11:30 a.m.

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 </figure>By ROD ZOOKHutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Reno County Commissioners will take action on a resolution that would take the proposal to expand from three to five seats on the board to a public vote when they meet on Tuesday. That vote would happen in November.The commission has been discussing the expansion for several months now. The board feels more representation would be provided with the expansion and the ability to discuss matters outside of meetings would also be available without violating open meeting laws.Also Tuesday the board will take action on two bids for new bridges on Arlington Road. The bid on the first bridge in the city of Arlington is from King Construction of Hesston at $1,117,096. The 196 foot span over the Ninnescah River is being paid for with a combination of county funds and K-Dot. The county’s share of the cost is $558,548. The second bridge is located eight miles east of Arlington. King Construction is also the winning bid for the project at $820,054. The county’s share of the costs is $620,054. The rest of the funds for the project will come from the Kansas Local Bridge Improvement Program.And the board will continue to discuss the Scott Blvd. bridge in South Hutchinson. The city of South Hutchinson and the county are in disagreement over ownership of the bridge, which needs to be replaced.&nbsp;Tuesday’s meeting of the Reno County Commission begins at 9 a.m. at the Reno County Annex. The meeting will be followed by a joint meeting with the Hutchinson City Council to discuss various shared agreements between both law enforcement departments. That meeting is set for 11:30 a.m.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the HutchPost mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily HutchPost email news update.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Reno Co. Commission to look at expansion vote resolution


HUTCHINSON,
Kan. — 
State Sen. Caryn Tyson made her official announcement that she is running for State Treasurer over the weekend.

"I'm a fiscal watchdog," Tyson said Monday. "I want transparency with state government. We need to bring back an auditing feature that used to be separate from the governor's administration. We need a second set of eyes looking on how we're spending the money and how we're investing the money."

In fact, Tyson would like to set up a system where you can keep your eyes on the state's money, if you so choose.

What I want to do, if you've ever gone out and looked at <a href="http://ohiocheckbook.com">ohiocheckbook.com</a>, that's an example," Tyson said. "We have legislation that allows us to be transparent online, but we've never ramped it up to the level where you can search every single transaction, where the money is going. That's what I want to do as State Treasurer, so that I'm not just a watchdog for state money, you and everyone else can be, also."

Tyson gave an example of one case where she wouldn't have allowed the state's money to be spent.

"A few years ago, Wildlife and Parks had the authority to purchase land through a proviso in the budget," Tyson said. "They did not purchase that land by the date certain and went ahead and purchased it after they had authority to. If I would have been in the Treasurer's office, I would have stopped payment on that check and made sure that didn't happen. We need a second set of eyes, not somebody just handing over to the governor what they think they want to write checks for."

Tyson's campaign has a <a href="https://www.facebook.com/CarynTyson/">Facebook page</a> where you can learn more about her. She is one of at least three Republicans vying for the seat currently held by Democrat Lynn Rogers through an appointment by Gov. Laura Kelly.

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HUTCHINSON,
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State Sen. Caryn Tyson made her official announcement that she is running for State Treasurer over the weekend."I'm a fiscal watchdog," Tyson said Monday. "I want transparency with state government. We need to bring back an auditing feature that used to be separate from the governor's administration. We need a second set of eyes looking on how we're spending the money and how we're investing the money."In fact, Tyson would like to set up a system where you can keep your eyes on the state's money, if you so choose.What I want to do, if you've ever gone out and looked at <a href="http://ohiocheckbook.com">ohiocheckbook.com</a>, that's an example," Tyson said. "We have legislation that allows us to be transparent online, but we've never ramped it up to the level where you can search every single transaction, where the money is going. That's what I want to do as State Treasurer, so that I'm not just a watchdog for state money, you and everyone else can be, also."Tyson gave an example of one case where she wouldn't have allowed the state's money to be spent."A few years ago, Wildlife and Parks had the authority to purchase land through a proviso in the budget," Tyson said. "They did not purchase that land by the date certain and went ahead and purchased it after they had authority to. If I would have been in the Treasurer's office, I would have stopped payment on that check and made sure that didn't happen. We need a second set of eyes, not somebody just handing over to the governor what they think they want to write checks for."Tyson's campaign has a <a href="https://www.facebook.com/CarynTyson/">Facebook page</a> where you can learn more about her. She is one of at least three Republicans vying for the seat currently held by Democrat Lynn Rogers through an appointment by Gov. Laura Kelly.

Tyson: Treasurer should be 'second set of eyes'

PRETTY PRAIRIE, Kan. — Athletes in Pretty Prairie USD 311 will be able to get free sports physicals in Kingman.

The physicals will be offered at the Kingman Healthcare Center at 750 W. D Avenue on Tuesday, August 3 from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. and Wednesday August 4 from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m.&nbsp;

Pre-registration is required by calling (620) 532-0110 or go to the USD 311 website and click on the QR code provided.

Face masks are required at the hospital and you must have the KSHSAA physical paperwork with you when you arrive.

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 </figure>PRETTY PRAIRIE, Kan. — Athletes in Pretty Prairie USD 311 will be able to get free sports physicals in Kingman.The physicals will be offered at the Kingman Healthcare Center at 750 W. D Avenue on Tuesday, August 3 from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. and Wednesday August 4 from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m.&nbsp;Pre-registration is required by calling (620) 532-0110 or go to the USD 311 website and click on the QR code provided.Face masks are required at the hospital and you must have the KSHSAA physical paperwork with you when you arrive.<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;

Free physicals available to USD 311 athletes


HUTCHINSON,
Kan. — 
Nickerson is back to having Klear Nearly for 2021. The events are this weekend.

"It's usually a three day thing, but, since everything that's happened, we're down to two days," said Candace Ahrens-Galindo with the Nickerson Chamber. "We're trying to make kind of a comeback for the city so that we can have some family events."

It's a tradition that the town wanted to see continue.

"People come back for this who haven't been in town for a long time," Ahrens-Galindo said. "People talk about times past that they've seen. It's just really neat to see everyone come together again. It's nice."

Buttons are available for $5 at Berridge's IGA, Nickerson Public Library and the Nickerson People's Bank and Trust location.&nbsp;

5:00 p.m. Sand Volleyball — Weber Park $50/team, Contact Payton Scheer @ 316-303-4584 or Jon Mclean @ 785-821-2749

5:30 p.m. — 8:00 p.m. Dinner at Weber Park — Hotdogs/Hamburgers/chips/drink, Button Required

Dark — Movie night — Disney’s Coco, Popcorn and drinks will be available for purchase

10:00 a.m. Parade downtown, entry forms are available at city hall or day of parade

11:00 a.m. Mud Volleyball — Water tower, $50/team, Contact Payton Scheer @ 316-303-4584 or Jon Mclean @ 785-821-2749

11:00 a.m. — 4:00 p.m. Dunk Tank with Nickerson City Officials

11:00 a.m. — 4:00 p.m. Car Show, South side of Weber Park

12:00 p.m. — 4:00 p.m. Water Inflatables in Weber Park, Button Required

7:00 p.m. — 11:00 p.m. Dance with DJ at Weber Park basketball court

Dark Fireworks at Ball Diamonds West of Weber Park

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HUTCHINSON,
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Nickerson is back to having Klear Nearly for 2021. The events are this weekend."It's usually a three day thing, but, since everything that's happened, we're down to two days," said Candace Ahrens-Galindo with the Nickerson Chamber. "We're trying to make kind of a comeback for the city so that we can have some family events."It's a tradition that the town wanted to see continue."People come back for this who haven't been in town for a long time," Ahrens-Galindo said. "People talk about times past that they've seen. It's just really neat to see everyone come together again. It's nice."Buttons are available for $5 at Berridge's IGA, Nickerson Public Library and the Nickerson People's Bank and Trust location.&nbsp;Klear Nearly 2021 Schedule Of EventsFriday July 30, 20215:00 p.m. Sand Volleyball — Weber Park $50/team, Contact Payton Scheer @ 316-303-4584 or Jon Mclean @ 785-821-27495:30 p.m. — 8:00 p.m. Dinner at Weber Park — Hotdogs/Hamburgers/chips/drink, Button RequiredDark — Movie night — Disney’s Coco, Popcorn and drinks will be available for purchaseSaturday July 31, 202110:00 a.m. Parade downtown, entry forms are available at city hall or day of parade11:00 a.m. Local Vendors at Weber Park11:00 a.m. Mud Volleyball — Water tower, $50/team, Contact Payton Scheer @ 316-303-4584 or Jon Mclean @ 785-821-274911:00 a.m. — 4:00 p.m. Dunk Tank with Nickerson City Officials11:00 a.m. — 4:00 p.m. Car Show, South side of Weber Park12:00 p.m. — 4:00 p.m. Water Inflatables in Weber Park, Button Required7:00 p.m. — 11:00 p.m. Dance with DJ at Weber Park basketball courtDark Fireworks at Ball Diamonds West of Weber Park

Klear Nearly 2021 events Friday, Saturday

HUTCHINSON, Kan. —The quarterly earnings parade for companies with ties to Reno County continues on Tuesday when Archer Daniels Midland releases its second quarter report.

The oil seed giant got the fiscal year off to a good start when they reported first quarter adjusted earnings of $1.39 per share compared with $0.69 one year ago. Earnings totaled $738 million compared with $361 million in 2020. Operating profit was also strong at $1.1 billion and total revenue increased to nearly $19 billion.

The company is coming out of a major reshuffling of its business platform by consolidating business sectors and idling most of its railcar fleet during the pandemic to cut expenses.

ADM operates five elevators throughout the city of Hutchinson and employs around 60 workers.

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ADM releases second quarter earnings Tuesday

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson High School’s business students want to start one of their own inside Hutchinson High School. During Monday’s meeting the school board will go over the proposal for the Salthawk Store. The store will be a student run store at the high school that will contain booster club items plus other items.&nbsp;&nbsp;

It will be an apparel/merchandise store. Students from the business department will run it. The store will be located at the old ISPED office/lounge in A hall.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The proposal calls for a separate walk-up entrance so students and the public can purchase Salthawk items. Students, staff and Travis Booe (Booster Club President) have been involved in the planning. The group voted to name the store Sammy's Shack.

Also tonight the board will go over several equipment purchases and go into executive session to further discuss the ongoing negotiations with the teachers union on a new contract for next year.&nbsp;

Monday’s meeting of the USD 308 Board begins at 6 p.m. at the USD 308 Administration Center at 1520 N. Plum.

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HHS Students want to open business inside high school

Kim Baldwin, McPherson County farmer

A friend of mine recently asked when my family truly begins to enjoy summer. She asked this well-meaning question to help her figure out when we get to enjoy some rest and relaxation during the summer months. She has observed my family for many years and has recognized that while many others enjoy vacations during this time of the year, it seems as if my family does not get the “traditional” summer experience so many others do.

Before I met and eventually married my husband, I lived in a town where I taught. As soon as I had wrapped up my lessons for the year, cleaned my classroom and submitted my final grades, my summer break began. My summer breaks consisted of a lot of cookouts with friends and family, a lot of time in a swimming pool, and a lot of travel. I had a lot of things to do during my breaks, and I generally kept a pretty busy schedule to ensure I’d soak up all of what summer offered. Many nights I’d usually fall asleep exhausted from a busy summer day and get a good, hard sleep before rising with the sun the next morning.

When I look at what summers were like for me as a single teacher living in a small town compared to what my summers look like now on the farm, I can’t help but recognize that some things remain the same yet appear different. During wheat harvest, I still experience meals with friends and family — although what is generally grilled at home is then packaged up and hauled out to hungry people in a wheat field somewhere. I still enjoy meals with others while sitting in our lawn chairs, albeit the scenery and timeframes may look a little different.

My time relaxing at the pool with friends has transitioned to water time with my kids. Pool time is now generally centered around our stock tank pool that sits in our front yard. It’s quite convenient for early morning or evening dips, and you don’t have to deal with crowds or admission fees. Sometimes the kids and I enjoy a trip to a local splash pad or enjoy time at our town’s public pool. In either of these scenarios, we all enjoy a little refreshing break from the summer heat.

I also still get to travel during the summer months. Some days include unplanned short trips to a business in a nearby town to pick up irrigation or machine parts my husband needs. Unless the items are needed immediately, I usually have the kids put on their swimsuits under their clothes and pack some towels in the event we find a new community splash pad to enjoy. If we strike out with the splash pad on our parts runs, we’ll look for community parks or interesting things like murals to explore in these other communities. Sometimes, the kids and I can also sneak away for multiple days if schedules allow.

As the summer continues and hectic, timely tasks on the farm like wheat harvest and planting have transitioned more into an autopilot mode of things like managing irrigation. We still take advantage of the daylight hours and generally still collapse into our beds nightly well after the lightening bugs fill the air.

As summer continues, my family can begin to stray a bit further from the farm. We can enjoy a swimming pool at a hotel or a relaxing evening cookout together at home. We, no doubt, will still collapse into bed at night after exhausting days trying to take full advantage of all that the summer days allow us to absorb. And we will begin talking about what fun family trip we can plan for and enjoy some rest and relaxation — somewhere perhaps warm and sunny — in either January or February.

"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.

Kim Baldwin, McPherson County farmerA friend of mine recently asked when my family truly begins to enjoy summer. She asked this well-meaning question to help her figure out when we get to enjoy some rest and relaxation during the summer months. She has observed my family for many years and has recognized that while many others enjoy vacations during this time of the year, it seems as if my family does not get the “traditional” summer experience so many others do.Before I met and eventually married my husband, I lived in a town where I taught. As soon as I had wrapped up my lessons for the year, cleaned my classroom and submitted my final grades, my summer break began. My summer breaks consisted of a lot of cookouts with friends and family, a lot of time in a swimming pool, and a lot of travel. I had a lot of things to do during my breaks, and I generally kept a pretty busy schedule to ensure I’d soak up all of what summer offered. Many nights I’d usually fall asleep exhausted from a busy summer day and get a good, hard sleep before rising with the sun the next morning.When I look at what summers were like for me as a single teacher living in a small town compared to what my summers look like now on the farm, I can’t help but recognize that some things remain the same yet appear different. During wheat harvest, I still experience meals with friends and family — although what is generally grilled at home is then packaged up and hauled out to hungry people in a wheat field somewhere. I still enjoy meals with others while sitting in our lawn chairs, albeit the scenery and timeframes may look a little different.My time relaxing at the pool with friends has transitioned to water time with my kids. Pool time is now generally centered around our stock tank pool that sits in our front yard. It’s quite convenient for early morning or evening dips, and you don’t have to deal with crowds or admission fees. Sometimes the kids and I enjoy a trip to a local splash pad or enjoy time at our town’s public pool. In either of these scenarios, we all enjoy a little refreshing break from the summer heat.I also still get to travel during the summer months. Some days include unplanned short trips to a business in a nearby town to pick up irrigation or machine parts my husband needs. Unless the items are needed immediately, I usually have the kids put on their swimsuits under their clothes and pack some towels in the event we find a new community splash pad to enjoy. If we strike out with the splash pad on our parts runs, we’ll look for community parks or interesting things like murals to explore in these other communities. Sometimes, the kids and I can also sneak away for multiple days if schedules allow.As the summer continues and hectic, timely tasks on the farm like wheat harvest and planting have transitioned more into an autopilot mode of things like managing irrigation. We still take advantage of the daylight hours and generally still collapse into our beds nightly well after the lightening bugs fill the air.As summer continues, my family can begin to stray a bit further from the farm. We can enjoy a swimming pool at a hotel or a relaxing evening cookout together at home. We, no doubt, will still collapse into bed at night after exhausting days trying to take full advantage of all that the summer days allow us to absorb. And we will begin talking about what fun family trip we can plan for and enjoy some rest and relaxation — somewhere perhaps warm and sunny — in either January or February."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. Copyright © 2021 Kansas Farm Bureau, All rights reserved.

Insight: Summer Schedules


HUTCHINSON,
Kan. — 
Reno County Commission chair Ron Hirst believes the joint meeting between the Hutchinson City Council and the commission Tuesday is important.

"We need to do that," Hirst said. "We need to meet you know, once or twice a year or however it's needed."

Hirst believes the differences regarding the shooting range can be resolved.

"We can come up with something reasonable that we can both utilize," Hirst said. "Irregardless about the shooting range, folks, you are protected. We are backing police and sheriff and they continue to work together regarding your safety. That's the important thing."

Hirst doesn't see the training needs between the two departments as being so different that they can't still use a joint facility, but the Tuesday meeting at 11:30 a.m. should help clarify some of those matters for all concerned.

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Kan. — 
Reno County Commission chair Ron Hirst believes the joint meeting between the Hutchinson City Council and the commission Tuesday is important."We need to do that," Hirst said. "We need to meet you know, once or twice a year or however it's needed."Hirst believes the differences regarding the shooting range can be resolved."We can come up with something reasonable that we can both utilize," Hirst said. "Irregardless about the shooting range, folks, you are protected. We are backing police and sheriff and they continue to work together regarding your safety. That's the important thing."Hirst doesn't see the training needs between the two departments as being so different that they can't still use a joint facility, but the Tuesday meeting at 11:30 a.m. should help clarify some of those matters for all concerned.

Hirst: Joint meetings important, public safety still being taken care of


HUTCHINSON,
Kan. — 
Due to COVID, the 2020 HPD award and recognition ceremony occurred earlier this month.

The lifesaving award recipient is Dispatcher Megan Miller.  On April 18th, 2020  Dispatcher Megan Miller received a call regarding an infant which had just been delivered in a residence. While responders were delayed by a train, Megan walked the caller through life saving instructions for both the mother and infant in a calm and reassuring manner, keeping the scenario focused until responders could arrive. The end result was a healthy baby girl and a family who was thankful for the calm voice at the end of the phone helping them add a beautiful addition to their family.

Sharla Loucks was named 2020 Employee of the year.  People who nominated Sharla stated that her positive attitude radiates to others. She is always willing to help in any way and she goes above and beyond.   Sharla is a jovial person that makes coming to work much less mundane due to her perkiness and always greeting you with a smile.   Sharla has and continues to be committed to this agency and the agency should be thankful to have her.

Lieutenant Michael Collins was named 2020 Supervisor of the year. Collins was given the task of building the special operation bureau, which was no easy task.  Lt. Collins leads by example and is not afraid to get his hands dirty, often working alongside his officers.  Collins maintains a positive attitude, no matter the situation.  His work ethic is outstanding, and he leads by example, he has one of the most stressful leadership positions on the department and he makes it look easy.  The overwhelming success of the special operation unit is a testament to Lt Collins leadership.

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 </figure>Lieutenant Michael Collins was named 2020 Supervisor of the year. Collins was given the task of building the special operation bureau, which was no easy task. Lt. Collins leads by example and is not afraid to get his hands dirty, often working alongside his officers. Collins maintains a positive attitude, no matter the situation. His work ethic is outstanding, and he leads by example, he has one of the most stressful leadership positions on the department and he makes it look easy. The overwhelming success of the special operation unit is a testament to Lt Collins leadership.

HPD gives 2020 recognition


HUTCHINSON,
Kan. — Tracey File with Central State Academy Virtual School, accredited through USD 309, notes that they have been doing virtual school for a few years and so they have their system down for the upcoming 2021-2022 school year.

"There are choices out there," File said. "We've worked real hard to give our students good choices. We have a very good curriculum that we purchase through Acellus. Our students really like it. It's very student and parent friendly. I've worked with a number of different curriculums in a number of different virtual and alternative settings and this is, by far, the best curriculum I've seen. Our students and parents do really well with it."

Part of the advantage of a virtual school is the ability for a student to work faster, if they want to.

"We develop individual plans of study for our students," File said. "We want our kids to get that early college experience. We want them to have the opportunity to have the advantage of taking early college and career, tech ed classes, we partner closely with Hutchinson Community College, just like the other area high schools, with their Step Ahead program."

Central State Academy is also available for those who may have struggled to catch up.

"Our curriculum and our staff really work well to help students," File said. "The way the program is set up is that if a student is struggling with a concept and is unable to pass that unit lesson, the program will take them back through help videos and help reteach those concepts that they missed and then give them another exam to test them in a different way."

For more information, you can contact File at (620) 200-5945, or email <a href="http://tfile@usd309ks.org">tfile@usd309ks.org</a>.

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HUTCHINSON,
Kan. — Tracey File with Central State Academy Virtual School, accredited through USD 309, notes that they have been doing virtual school for a few years and so they have their system down for the upcoming 2021-2022 school year."There are choices out there," File said. "We've worked real hard to give our students good choices. We have a very good curriculum that we purchase through Acellus. Our students really like it. It's very student and parent friendly. I've worked with a number of different curriculums in a number of different virtual and alternative settings and this is, by far, the best curriculum I've seen. Our students and parents do really well with it."Part of the advantage of a virtual school is the ability for a student to work faster, if they want to."We develop individual plans of study for our students," File said. "We want our kids to get that early college experience. We want them to have the opportunity to have the advantage of taking early college and career, tech ed classes, we partner closely with Hutchinson Community College, just like the other area high schools, with their Step Ahead program."Central State Academy is also available for those who may have struggled to catch up."Our curriculum and our staff really work well to help students," File said. "The way the program is set up is that if a student is struggling with a concept and is unable to pass that unit lesson, the program will take them back through help videos and help reteach those concepts that they missed and then give them another exam to test them in a different way."For more information, you can contact File at (620) 200-5945, or email <a href="http://tfile@usd309ks.org">tfile@usd309ks.org</a>.

USD 309 virtual school seeking students for fall


HUTCHINSON,
Kan. — The tragic death of a AAA tow truck driver in Ohio earlier this year highlights the risks faced by emergency first responders here in Kansas and around the country. That's why Move Over laws were enacted.

The Kansas law not only includes police and first responders like ambulances, but also, tow truck vehicles," said Shawn Steward with AAA Kansas. "Recently, it was added to include waste collection vehicles and just this year the move over law was updated to include telecom and utility vehicles."

Always be looking ahead. If you see a vehicle on the shoulder, look to be sure it's safe and move over as soon as possible.

"Speed causes issues," Steward said. "If you're really exceeding the speed limit, that can be very dangerous in many ways. Try to stick to that speed limit as much as you can and just be aware of those people trying to do their jobs on the side of the road."

Distraction when driving can also leave you less time to move over.

"Distracted driving is a big issue on our roads, people using their phones, primarily," Steward said. "Also, distraction can take the form of many other things like talking with passengers in the vehicle, setting your navigation system, so, it's important as you're driving, to keep your eyes and your mind on the road."

If motorists are cited for violating the Move Over statute in Kansas, they will face a $75 fine and they could face additional court costs.

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HUTCHINSON,
Kan. — The tragic death of a AAA tow truck driver in Ohio earlier this year highlights the risks faced by emergency first responders here in Kansas and around the country. That's why Move Over laws were enacted.The Kansas law not only includes police and first responders like ambulances, but also, tow truck vehicles," said Shawn Steward with AAA Kansas. "Recently, it was added to include waste collection vehicles and just this year the move over law was updated to include telecom and utility vehicles."Always be looking ahead. If you see a vehicle on the shoulder, look to be sure it's safe and move over as soon as possible."Speed causes issues," Steward said. "If you're really exceeding the speed limit, that can be very dangerous in many ways. Try to stick to that speed limit as much as you can and just be aware of those people trying to do their jobs on the side of the road."Distraction when driving can also leave you less time to move over."Distracted driving is a big issue on our roads, people using their phones, primarily," Steward said. "Also, distraction can take the form of many other things like talking with passengers in the vehicle, setting your navigation system, so, it's important as you're driving, to keep your eyes and your mind on the road."If motorists are cited for violating the Move Over statute in Kansas, they will face a $75 fine and they could face additional court costs.

AAA: Move Over laws can save lives

HARVEY COUNTY— Two people died in an accident just after 7:30a.m. Saturday in Harvey County.

The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2019 Chevy G3500 Van driven by Stephanie Manyseng, 35, Wichita,&nbsp;was southbound on Interstate 135 just north of SE 14th in the city of Newton. 

The van left the roadway to the left, struck a KDOT guardrail, continued southbound, vaulted, stuck the northbound bridge structure and a concrete embankment.

Manyseng and a passenger Rudy A&nbsp;Perez-Marcial, 43, Wichita, were pronounced dead at the scene and were transported to the Sedgwick County Forensic Science Center.

EMS transported Gasasira&nbsp;Laurent, 58; Rosa Sanchez, 48;&nbsp; Manzere Kanyamibwa, 19; David&nbsp; Salinas-Hernandez, 53; Cesar&nbsp;De Lara, 46, all of Wichita to Wesley Medical Center.

Perez-Marcial was the only occupant wearing a seat belt, according to the KHP.

NEWTON,
Kan. — 
Kansas Highway Patrol is working a deadly one-vehicle crash in Newton this morning at I-135 and Southeast 14th Connector. 

According to a release from Newton Police, a 16-passenger van carrying seven adults was traveling southbound on I-135 when it left the highway between the two bridges, went down the embankment, and hit the bridge pillar below. There's no indication of why the van left the highway. 

Two people were confirmed dead at the scene, two were in very critical condition, and three others had serious injuries. 

I-135 remains open to traffic, but please avoid SE 14th Connector as it is still an active scene.

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 </figure>HARVEY COUNTY— Two people died in an accident just after 7:30a.m. Saturday in Harvey County.The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2019 Chevy G3500 Van driven by Stephanie Manyseng, 35, Wichita,&nbsp;was southbound on Interstate 135 just north of SE 14th in the city of Newton. The van left the roadway to the left, struck a KDOT guardrail, continued southbound, vaulted, stuck the northbound bridge structure and a concrete embankment.Manyseng and a passenger Rudy A&nbsp;Perez-Marcial, 43, Wichita, were pronounced dead at the scene and were transported to the Sedgwick County Forensic Science Center.EMS transported Gasasira&nbsp;Laurent, 58; Rosa Sanchez, 48;&nbsp; Manzere Kanyamibwa, 19; David&nbsp; Salinas-Hernandez, 53; Cesar&nbsp;De Lara, 46, all of Wichita to Wesley Medical Center.Perez-Marcial was the only occupant wearing a seat belt, according to the KHP.-------NEWTON,
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Kansas Highway Patrol is working a deadly one-vehicle crash in Newton this morning at I-135 and Southeast 14th Connector. According to a release from Newton Police, a 16-passenger van carrying seven adults was traveling southbound on I-135 when it left the highway between the two bridges, went down the embankment, and hit the bridge pillar below. There's no indication of why the van left the highway. Two people were confirmed dead at the scene, two were in very critical condition, and three others had serious injuries. I-135 remains open to traffic, but please avoid SE 14th Connector as it is still an active scene.

UPDATE: KHP IDs victims in fatal crash in Newton

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson USD 308 and the local teachers union will meet again next month to try to come up with an agreement for the next school year.&nbsp;

The next meeting will be Wednesday, Aug. 11, at 4 p.m. at the Hutchinson Career and Technical Education Academy, 800 15th Circle. 

<a href="https://www.facebook.com/USD308">The negotiations session will be broadcast on Facebook Live from the district’s Facebook page</a>.

Except for caucus periods of the individual groups, the negotiations are open meetings. Normally, the two groups meet several times for negotiations.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson USD 308 and the local teachers union will meet again next month to try to come up with an agreement for the next school year.&nbsp;The next meeting will be Wednesday, Aug. 11, at 4 p.m. at the Hutchinson Career and Technical Education Academy, 800 15th Circle. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/USD308">The negotiations session will be broadcast on Facebook Live from the district’s Facebook page</a>.Except for caucus periods of the individual groups, the negotiations are open meetings. Normally, the two groups meet several times for negotiations.<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;

USD 308 and teachers to meet again Aug. 11

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The pandemic caused many disruptions in schools over the past year and it’s showing up in one area that will need to be addressed before school starts.

In checking around the area school districts, all are in need of bus drivers. Haven, Pretty Prairie, Buhler and Nickerson are all seeking people to drive buses. The drivers are not only needed for the regular school routes, but for activities as well. Many are offering solid pay and incentives to get more people behind the wheel. Some districts are offering as much as $25 per hour.

If you might be interested in such a job, contact the school districts directly or gather information on the district websites.

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 </figure>By ROD ZOOKHutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — The pandemic caused many disruptions in schools over the past year and it’s showing up in one area that will need to be addressed before school starts.In checking around the area school districts, all are in need of bus drivers. Haven, Pretty Prairie, Buhler and Nickerson are all seeking people to drive buses. The drivers are not only needed for the regular school routes, but for activities as well. Many are offering solid pay and incentives to get more people behind the wheel. Some districts are offering as much as $25 per hour.If you might be interested in such a job, contact the school districts directly or gather information on the district websites.<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;

School districts in need of bus drivers


HUTCHINSON,
Kan. — 
Republican Kansas State Treasurer candidate Michael Austin sees an opportunity for tax relief from local jurisdictions through federal ARP money.

"Despite the legislative effort on property taxes, I think it's clear that more work needs to be done," Austin said. "Inflation is rising. Kansans, especially those on retirement, seem to be paying more and more in property taxes. Meanwhile, the Biden administration is gifting our tax dollars to governments to support higher local government spending. Something has to give. What I'm doing is, I'm making a call for localities to give back our federal tax dollars in the form of a federal tax rebate."

It appeared to be the intent of Congress not to allow that at some levels of government.

"There are provisions in that, that kind of limited what state governments could use that money for," Austin said. "Obviously, there are plenty of attorneys general who are pushing back, saying, no, state governments, if they wish, can use this money to provide tax relief. At the local level, for city and county governments, there is no such restriction."

Austin wants to be sure that presumably one-time money is used for a one-time solution.

"When you have this type of federal tax dollar infusion, you don't want to put it into an ongoing expense," Austin said. "Here in Kansas, we learned a good while ago, after the onset of the great recession, that if you take federal money and you just put it into the budget, you're going to leave yourself a big, gaping hole to fill once that federal money dries away."

Austin is one of at least three Republican candidates who have declared their intent to run for State Treasurer, an office currently held by Democrat Lynn Rogers after his appointment by Gov. Laura Kelly.

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HUTCHINSON,
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Republican Kansas State Treasurer candidate Michael Austin sees an opportunity for tax relief from local jurisdictions through federal ARP money."Despite the legislative effort on property taxes, I think it's clear that more work needs to be done," Austin said. "Inflation is rising. Kansans, especially those on retirement, seem to be paying more and more in property taxes. Meanwhile, the Biden administration is gifting our tax dollars to governments to support higher local government spending. Something has to give. What I'm doing is, I'm making a call for localities to give back our federal tax dollars in the form of a federal tax rebate."It appeared to be the intent of Congress not to allow that at some levels of government."There are provisions in that, that kind of limited what state governments could use that money for," Austin said. "Obviously, there are plenty of attorneys general who are pushing back, saying, no, state governments, if they wish, can use this money to provide tax relief. At the local level, for city and county governments, there is no such restriction."Austin wants to be sure that presumably one-time money is used for a one-time solution."When you have this type of federal tax dollar infusion, you don't want to put it into an ongoing expense," Austin said. "Here in Kansas, we learned a good while ago, after the onset of the great recession, that if you take federal money and you just put it into the budget, you're going to leave yourself a big, gaping hole to fill once that federal money dries away."Austin is one of at least three Republican candidates who have declared their intent to run for State Treasurer, an office currently held by Democrat Lynn Rogers after his appointment by Gov. Laura Kelly.

Austin: Locals can use fed money for property tax relief

SOUTH HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Another salvo was fired in the continued disagreement over the small Scott Boulevard bridge in South Hutchinson.

South Hutchinson City Administrator Joseph Turner announced Friday afternoon that Avenue F will be closed to complete a planned waterline replacement project. The closure is slated to begin on Monday, Aug. 2, and last for approximately 90 days.

Avenue F will be open to local residents only and vendors directly providing goods and service to them. Barricades will be erected at the railroad tracks.

Turner says he was notified Friday that the contractor is preparing to start the project, which as a coincidence, carries a $700,000 price tag. That is the same cost as the bridge that needs replacing. Turner says the project follows two years of nonstop leaks that he claims were caused by trucks from Reno County Public Works.

Closing the road leaves Public Works no way in or out of its facility with heavy equipment. It's the latest in the ongoing argument over who owns the small span.

County Commissioner Ron Hirst noted Friday morning that the county cannot legally spend money on the span, but said they would offer any services that they legally can provide to come up with a resolution to the problem.

The road was being kept by both parties, but claim the road was annexed by the city. The city and county used funds under a link agreement. When the state determined that three South Hutchinson Streets — Scott Boulevard, Blanchard and 6th Avenue — were not connecting links and that the county could not share in that funding, the county terminated all link agreements on the three streets.&nbsp;

There could be questions raised about land just to the east of Scott Boulevard that was not annexed by the city and whether half of the road is a township road. The county says when the streets were annexed, the entire street became the city’s property and that was agreed upon by the city.

In a letter to County Administrator Randy Partington, Turner stated that they would allow Public Works to store some light vehicles in the city Public Works yard until the project is finished. He said that he wanted to give county Public Works time to relocate heavy equipment before closing the road.

<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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 </figure>By ROD ZOOKHutch PostSOUTH HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Another salvo was fired in the continued disagreement over the small Scott Boulevard bridge in South Hutchinson.South Hutchinson City Administrator Joseph Turner announced Friday afternoon that Avenue F will be closed to complete a planned waterline replacement project. The closure is slated to begin on Monday, Aug. 2, and last for approximately 90 days.Avenue F will be open to local residents only and vendors directly providing goods and service to them. Barricades will be erected at the railroad tracks.Turner says he was notified Friday that the contractor is preparing to start the project, which as a coincidence, carries a $700,000 price tag. That is the same cost as the bridge that needs replacing. Turner says the project follows two years of nonstop leaks that he claims were caused by trucks from Reno County Public Works.Closing the road leaves Public Works no way in or out of its facility with heavy equipment. It's the latest in the ongoing argument over who owns the small span.County Commissioner Ron Hirst noted Friday morning that the county cannot legally spend money on the span, but said they would offer any services that they legally can provide to come up with a resolution to the problem.The road was being kept by both parties, but claim the road was annexed by the city. The city and county used funds under a link agreement. When the state determined that three South Hutchinson Streets — Scott Boulevard, Blanchard and 6th Avenue — were not connecting links and that the county could not share in that funding, the county terminated all link agreements on the three streets.&nbsp;There could be questions raised about land just to the east of Scott Boulevard that was not annexed by the city and whether half of the road is a township road. The county says when the streets were annexed, the entire street became the city’s property and that was agreed upon by the city.In a letter to County Administrator Randy Partington, Turner stated that they would allow Public Works to store some light vehicles in the city Public Works yard until the project is finished. He said that he wanted to give county Public Works time to relocate heavy equipment before closing the road.<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.

South Hutchinson to close Avenue F for at least 3 months


HUTCHINSON,
Kan. — 
Karla Nichols with the Reno County Health Department wants to reemphasize the importance of getting vaccinated, especially against COVID-19. All of the approved types of vaccine are available at a special clinic on Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon at the Health Department.

"All three vaccines are available," Nichols said. "We will have the Pfizer, which is available for those 12 and older, we will have the Moderna and we will have that one dose Johnson and Johnson."

The county is also planning to increase its notification of the public of case counts in the county again, since numbers have been going up in the last couple of weeks.

"Starting next week, we'll start updating those case totals on a workday daily basis, so the public can be aware of cases in the community," Nichols said. "It's a way for us to continue to remind the community. We need their help in getting vaccinated."

As of the last update 40.7% of Reno County residents have had at least one dose of vaccine.

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HUTCHINSON,
Kan. — 
Karla Nichols with the Reno County Health Department wants to reemphasize the importance of getting vaccinated, especially against COVID-19. All of the approved types of vaccine are available at a special clinic on Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon at the Health Department."All three vaccines are available," Nichols said. "We will have the Pfizer, which is available for those 12 and older, we will have the Moderna and we will have that one dose Johnson and Johnson."The county is also planning to increase its notification of the public of case counts in the county again, since numbers have been going up in the last couple of weeks."Starting next week, we'll start updating those case totals on a workday daily basis, so the public can be aware of cases in the community," Nichols said. "It's a way for us to continue to remind the community. We need their help in getting vaccinated."As of the last update 40.7% of Reno County residents have had at least one dose of vaccine.

Health Department will update dashboard more often, vaccine event Saturday

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — A Hutchison man who was just released from prison in May is in trouble with the law again.

Manuel Zapien Jr. is charged with one count of indecent liberties with a child. He is being held on a bond of $10,000.&nbsp;

Zapien served time in prison for a similar offense in Reno County back in 2007 and has numerous other drug related convictions and cases out of Saline and Pratt Counties.

Zapien made his first appearance Friday morning. His next court date is August 25th.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — A Hutchison man who was just released from prison in May is in trouble with the law again.Manuel Zapien Jr. is charged with one count of indecent liberties with a child. He is being held on a bond of $10,000.&nbsp;Zapien served time in prison for a similar offense in Reno County back in 2007 and has numerous other drug related convictions and cases out of Saline and Pratt Counties.Zapien made his first appearance Friday morning. His next court date is August 25th.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the HutchPost mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily HutchPost email news update.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Hutchinson man facing more charges after just being released

HUTCHINSON, Kan. —Hutchinson Police arrested a man after he thought he was soliciting a 14- year-old subject.

Instead Kelly Andrade was texting and Emailing a police officer. He's being held in the Reno County Jail on a bond of $25,500.

Andrade was arrested in a case which dates back to November of last year. He’s accused of attempting to contact a 14-year-old and asking to meet that subject. Police took him into custody and a search of his home turned up meth and drug paraphernalia.&nbsp;

He is currently on parole for 2007 convictions out of&nbsp; Reno County on drug manufacturing and possession along with trafficking contraband into a correctional facility. He was released in July of 2019.

Andrade is expected to be back in court July 30 for the formal reading of charges.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. —Hutchinson Police arrested a man after he thought he was soliciting a 14- year-old subject.Instead Kelly Andrade was texting and Emailing a police officer. He's being held in the Reno County Jail on a bond of $25,500.Andrade was arrested in a case which dates back to November of last year. He’s accused of attempting to contact a 14-year-old and asking to meet that subject. Police took him into custody and a search of his home turned up meth and drug paraphernalia.&nbsp;He is currently on parole for 2007 convictions out of&nbsp; Reno County on drug manufacturing and possession along with trafficking contraband into a correctional facility. He was released in July of 2019.Andrade is expected to be back in court July 30 for the formal reading of charges.<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;

Man arrested for soliciting in November 2020 case


HUTCHINSON,
Kan. — 
The Family Community Theatre performances of Frozen Jr. continue this weekend.

"The only thing that's changed about the story from the animated film that we're familiar with is that it is a tad bit shorter," said Craig Williams with Family Community Theatre. "They have taken and shortened up the songs with it and some of the dialogue. Otherwise, it's the same storyline and actually they've added more new songs to the show, because it is a compacted version of the Broadway show."

Williams said the Thursday performance went extremely well.

"We had over 200 in attendance," Williams said. "It was fun to watch all of the audience interact with the actors after it was completed. The number of pictures that Anna and Elsa took and Olaf and Sven had taken of them would fill many albums."

Performances continue Friday night and Saturday night at 7:30 p.m. and a Sunday matinee at 3 p.m. The tickets are $12 for adults and $10 for seniors and $5 for children. You can get seats online at <a href="http://familycommunitytheatre.org">familycommunitytheatre.org</a>.

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HUTCHINSON,
Kan. — 
The Family Community Theatre performances of Frozen Jr. continue this weekend."The only thing that's changed about the story from the animated film that we're familiar with is that it is a tad bit shorter," said Craig Williams with Family Community Theatre. "They have taken and shortened up the songs with it and some of the dialogue. Otherwise, it's the same storyline and actually they've added more new songs to the show, because it is a compacted version of the Broadway show."Williams said the Thursday performance went extremely well."We had over 200 in attendance," Williams said. "It was fun to watch all of the audience interact with the actors after it was completed. The number of pictures that Anna and Elsa took and Olaf and Sven had taken of them would fill many albums."Performances continue Friday night and Saturday night at 7:30 p.m. and a Sunday matinee at 3 p.m. The tickets are $12 for adults and $10 for seniors and $5 for children. You can get seats online at <a href="http://familycommunitytheatre.org">familycommunitytheatre.org</a>.

Frozen Jr. continues this weekend at FCT


HUTCHINSON,
Kan. — 
Reno County Commissioner Ron Hirst said Friday that the county can't help with the Scott Boulevard bridge in South Hutchinson.

"There's very little the county can do," Hirst said. "Statutorily and therefore, legally, the county cannot provide funds to another taxing jurisdiction. By definition, that would be something like the different fire districts and that would be cities and townships. We cannot do that."

Generally, the law would appear to be well intentioned so that the needs of a local jurisdiction aren't paid for with taxpayer dollars not from that jurisdiction, but in the specific case of the bridge's proximity to the county's public works department, Hirst was dubious about whether it makes sense for the statute to be adjusted to help, even if it could be proven that the county's heavy equipment contributed to the bridge's wear and tear.

"I think that would be pretty tough to do," Hirst said. "I think you could come across thousands of instances where you'd have to make a new statute or a new law for. Just to cover that one instance, I'm not sure how feasible that is."

Hirst said the county is willing to lend its engineering expertise to the degree that it can, without specifically giving the city of South Hutchinson county funds.

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HUTCHINSON,
Kan. — 
Reno County Commissioner Ron Hirst said Friday that the county can't help with the Scott Boulevard bridge in South Hutchinson."There's very little the county can do," Hirst said. "Statutorily and therefore, legally, the county cannot provide funds to another taxing jurisdiction. By definition, that would be something like the different fire districts and that would be cities and townships. We cannot do that."Generally, the law would appear to be well intentioned so that the needs of a local jurisdiction aren't paid for with taxpayer dollars not from that jurisdiction, but in the specific case of the bridge's proximity to the county's public works department, Hirst was dubious about whether it makes sense for the statute to be adjusted to help, even if it could be proven that the county's heavy equipment contributed to the bridge's wear and tear."I think that would be pretty tough to do," Hirst said. "I think you could come across thousands of instances where you'd have to make a new statute or a new law for. Just to cover that one instance, I'm not sure how feasible that is."Hirst said the county is willing to lend its engineering expertise to the degree that it can, without specifically giving the city of South Hutchinson county funds.

Hirst: County can't put money toward Scott Blvd. bridge

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — While the gun range will be at the center of attention, the Reno County Commission and Hutchinson City Council will go over a short list of law enforcement matters when they hold a joint meeting on Tuesday.&nbsp;

The meeting stems from an ongoing disagreement over the use of the gun practice range located on the southeast side of town. There have been many questions over use of the site and who will be in charge of the shooting range.&nbsp;

The two sides will also discuss 911 communications and the law enforcement center which was recently remodeled. The two sides will also set a date for a future meeting on Tuesday.

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 </figure>By ROD ZOOKHutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — While the gun range will be at the center of attention, the Reno County Commission and Hutchinson City Council will go over a short list of law enforcement matters when they hold a joint meeting on Tuesday.&nbsp;The meeting stems from an ongoing disagreement over the use of the gun practice range located on the southeast side of town. There have been many questions over use of the site and who will be in charge of the shooting range.&nbsp;The two sides will also discuss 911 communications and the law enforcement center which was recently remodeled. The two sides will also set a date for a future meeting on Tuesday.The city and county have several different areas where they share in the costs of upkeep or expenses and it's the disagreement over the gun range that has brought cost sharing to light.&nbsp;Tuesday's meeting will follow the county commission meeting at 11:30 a.m. at the Reno County Annex conference room.<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;