HUTCHINSON, Kan. — A Hutchinson woman pleaded guilty to lesser charges in a case where she was originally charged with attempted murder. 

Cambi L. Colley was accused in the Jan. 21, 2024, incident involving Mavice L. Reed-Butters. 

The attempted murder charges were dismissed. 

She pleaded guilty on Oct. 28 to two counts of endangerment, a class A Misdemeanor. She will serve 12 months in the Reno County Correctional Facility for each of the counts. The counts will run consecutively for a controlling sentence of 24 months.&nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/3/1710169798216.png" alt="Cambi Colley" />
 <figcaption>Cambi Colley</figcaption>
 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — A Hutchinson woman pleaded guilty to lesser charges in a case where she was originally charged with attempted murder. Cambi L. Colley was accused in the Jan. 21, 2024, incident involving Mavice L. Reed-Butters. The attempted murder charges were dismissed. She pleaded guilty on Oct. 28 to two counts of endangerment, a class A Misdemeanor. She will serve 12 months in the Reno County Correctional Facility for each of the counts. The counts will run consecutively for a controlling sentence of 24 months.&nbsp;

Colley pleads to lesser charges in January incident

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Salvation Army in Hutchinson is still taking applications for Thanksgiving and Christmas assistance.

"We are doing in-person applications on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 to noon," said Major Paul James with the Salvation Army. "The United Way is going to be doing a holiday hub at the library on November 19. I&nbsp;think it's from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., and so we'll be doing in-person applications then, and that's for the folks that have a hard time with technology."

Project Concern with KWBW radio kicks off Monday and runs through the Monday before Thanksgiving. 2024 is the 31st year of Project Concern. KWBW has raised nearly a half-million dollars over the years for Thanksgiving meals.

If you want to give, listeners can simply come to the EAGLE Media studios during the week from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Your generous donations can be made in the form of cash or check, credit cards cannot be accepted.

Also, a portion of the money goes to Friendship Meals and the Christian Soup Ministry.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Salvation Army in Hutchinson is still taking applications for Thanksgiving and Christmas assistance."We are doing in-person applications on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 to noon," said Major Paul James with the Salvation Army. "The United Way is going to be doing a holiday hub at the library on November 19. I&nbsp;think it's from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., and so we'll be doing in-person applications then, and that's for the folks that have a hard time with technology."Project Concern with KWBW radio kicks off Monday and runs through the Monday before Thanksgiving. 2024 is the 31st year of Project Concern. KWBW has raised nearly a half-million dollars over the years for Thanksgiving meals.If you want to give, listeners can simply come to the EAGLE Media studios during the week from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.Your generous donations can be made in the form of cash or check, credit cards cannot be accepted.Also, a portion of the money goes to Friendship Meals and the Christian Soup Ministry.

Project Concern kicks off, Thanksgiving applications still being taken

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — With the major announcement of a new Evergy power plant coming to Reno County in 2030, Hutch Post talked to Debra Teufel with the Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce about how the deal came together.

"It has been no secret over the last couple of years that Evergy's economic development team has seen a heightened number of projects coming, looking at Kansas," Teufel said. "Evergy has had to look at every one of those with a fine tooth comb and say, can we use the limited amount of capacity that they have left in their system for us to compete for projects? It was just very fortunate that as we started about three years ago trying to put together a plan for how we acquire a large site and what ingredients that site has, that we started conversation about the site that we currently are developing on K-96, which is not the site where Evergy located. But it was, I feel like it was, the catalyst to get things started because as we started site acquisition and started looking at highway access, rail access, gas access, but also electric and water utility access, we started seeing a pipeline of projects that required more power than I had ever seen on projects in my life, and I've been doing this for about 25 years."

Once Evergy understood the future power needs of any industry that might come to Kansas, they knew they needed to get regulations worked on in Topeka to get things moving in a positive direction.

"They called us in our February, March timeframe and said they were going to be working on some legislation, and they needed legislative support," Teufel said. "They were lining up legislators to support a bill that they were taking through the process, and so we were in Topeka and had good conversations with our local legislators who were very supportive of the bill. I think that really led to them seeing Hutchinson and Reno County are all in lockstep together to try to move the needle on economic development. Paul Waggoner, Jason Probst, Michael Murphy, but also in particular Joe Seiwert, were all very supportive of the bill that Evergy took forward. In fact, I think Joe spoke for it on the floor of the House, and so as they continued getting that bill through the legislature, through both the House and Senate, once that happened, I got a call from another member of the Evergy team. They said, please provide us a little bit more information about the sites where we could build. So their site selection folks called in April shortly after the legislation was passed."

Ultimately, this resulted in an Evergy site tour in July.

"Many of us were under NDAs at that point," Teufel said. "The good thing was we had already assembled a strong team of what we're calling the K-96 steering committee, and that steering committee is helping guide discussion around how we deliver utilities to the K-96 site. It's made up of folks from the county, as well as South Hutchinson and Hutchinson. When Evergy scheduled a visit here in the first week of July, we were able to have all of those parties around the table so that when Evergy was here, a lot of the questions about just the philosophy of this community and how we're going to deliver water and wastewater services to sites to the south of Highway 50 could all come together in a way that people could provide at least theoretical answers and talk about some volumes that are available. When Evergy came in July, they brought a team, we had a meeting at the chamber and Evergy then divulged a little bit more information about those requirements for what their own utility needs would be."

Because the new plant is a natural gas plant, they needed pipeline access for a site and that's ultimately why they chose land at the corner of McNew and Morgan, near South Hutchinson. Then it was time for the Chamber to work on getting control of the land.

"Growth, Inc. actually took the option out and then there was the ability that that option could be assigned," Teufel said. "Then we have subsequently just immediately after assigned the option to Evergy. So they have a two-year option agreement and they can do their due diligence."

Construction is scheduled to begin in 2027, with the plant coming on the system in 2030.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1729598068277.png" alt="A rendering of the proposed Hutchinson 705 MW Evergy Plant. Image Courtesy Evergy." />
 <figcaption>A rendering of the proposed Hutchinson 705 MW Evergy Plant. Image Courtesy Evergy.</figcaption>
 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — With the major announcement of a new Evergy power plant coming to Reno County in 2030, Hutch Post talked to Debra Teufel with the Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce about how the deal came together."It has been no secret over the last couple of years that Evergy's economic development team has seen a heightened number of projects coming, looking at Kansas," Teufel said. "Evergy has had to look at every one of those with a fine tooth comb and say, can we use the limited amount of capacity that they have left in their system for us to compete for projects? It was just very fortunate that as we started about three years ago trying to put together a plan for how we acquire a large site and what ingredients that site has, that we started conversation about the site that we currently are developing on K-96, which is not the site where Evergy located. But it was, I feel like it was, the catalyst to get things started because as we started site acquisition and started looking at highway access, rail access, gas access, but also electric and water utility access, we started seeing a pipeline of projects that required more power than I had ever seen on projects in my life, and I've been doing this for about 25 years."Once Evergy understood the future power needs of any industry that might come to Kansas, they knew they needed to get regulations worked on in Topeka to get things moving in a positive direction."They called us in our February, March timeframe and said they were going to be working on some legislation, and they needed legislative support," Teufel said. "They were lining up legislators to support a bill that they were taking through the process, and so we were in Topeka and had good conversations with our local legislators who were very supportive of the bill. I think that really led to them seeing Hutchinson and Reno County are all in lockstep together to try to move the needle on economic development. Paul Waggoner, Jason Probst, Michael Murphy, but also in particular Joe Seiwert, were all very supportive of the bill that Evergy took forward. In fact, I think Joe spoke for it on the floor of the House, and so as they continued getting that bill through the legislature, through both the House and Senate, once that happened, I got a call from another member of the Evergy team. They said, please provide us a little bit more information about the sites where we could build. So their site selection folks called in April shortly after the legislation was passed."Ultimately, this resulted in an Evergy site tour in July."Many of us were under NDAs at that point," Teufel said. "The good thing was we had already assembled a strong team of what we're calling the K-96 steering committee, and that steering committee is helping guide discussion around how we deliver utilities to the K-96 site. It's made up of folks from the county, as well as South Hutchinson and Hutchinson. When Evergy scheduled a visit here in the first week of July, we were able to have all of those parties around the table so that when Evergy was here, a lot of the questions about just the philosophy of this community and how we're going to deliver water and wastewater services to sites to the south of Highway 50 could all come together in a way that people could provide at least theoretical answers and talk about some volumes that are available. When Evergy came in July, they brought a team, we had a meeting at the chamber and Evergy then divulged a little bit more information about those requirements for what their own utility needs would be."Because the new plant is a natural gas plant, they needed pipeline access for a site and that's ultimately why they chose land at the corner of McNew and Morgan, near South Hutchinson. Then it was time for the Chamber to work on getting control of the land."Growth, Inc. actually took the option out and then there was the ability that that option could be assigned," Teufel said. "Then we have subsequently just immediately after assigned the option to Evergy. So they have a two-year option agreement and they can do their due diligence."Construction is scheduled to begin in 2027, with the plant coming on the system in 2030.

Evergy plant deal was right place, right time

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson City Council will discuss the bonding of the demoltion project for the Atrium Hotel at their meeting Tuesday.

According to agenda documents, the City of Hutchinson will incur certain demolition expenses related to the demolition of an unsafe and
dangerous structure, the Atrium, prior to closing on the bonds. 

This project is different in that the city is not
creating a capital asset, but instead removing one. Charter Ordinances allow the creation of capital assets.
In order to bond this project, counsel advised the city to use Home Rule.



The Ordinance before the council approves the project and bonding costs up to $1,200,000. If the costs are less than that, the city does not have to bond the full amount. 

The project costs include the bid awarded to Kansas Concrete
LLC and an estimated contingency. 

If the City Council adopts this Ordinance, the City will be able to pay certain expenses prior to the issuance
of bonds. This project will be bonded separately as it will likely be taxable general obligation bonds.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/7/1719935569368.jpeg" alt="Condition of a hallway at the Atrium Hotel. Image Courtesy City of Hutchinson" />
 <figcaption>Condition of a hallway at the Atrium Hotel. Image Courtesy City of Hutchinson</figcaption>
 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson City Council will discuss the bonding of the demoltion project for the Atrium Hotel at their meeting Tuesday.According to agenda documents, the City of Hutchinson will incur certain demolition expenses related to the demolition of an unsafe and
dangerous structure, the Atrium, prior to closing on the bonds. This project is different in that the city is not
creating a capital asset, but instead removing one. Charter Ordinances allow the creation of capital assets.
In order to bond this project, counsel advised the city to use Home Rule.

The Ordinance before the council approves the project and bonding costs up to $1,200,000. If the costs are less than that, the city does not have to bond the full amount. The project costs include the bid awarded to Kansas Concrete
LLC and an estimated contingency. If the City Council adopts this Ordinance, the City will be able to pay certain expenses prior to the issuance
of bonds. This project will be bonded separately as it will likely be taxable general obligation bonds.&nbsp;

Approval of Atrium demolition project financing Tuesday 

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Another community meeting for the City of Hutchinson is coming up.

The meeting will be Monday night, November 4th from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Memorial Hall! 

Come see what the city is working on and have your voice heard on important city topics. 

How do you prefer to receive important city information?

What should be the top priorities moving forward?

Are there successful initiatives from other cities that you’d love to see in Hutchinson?

With a come-and-go format, they hope to provide flexibility and create a relaxed atmosphere that encourages open dialogue. Even though it's called a meeting, there is no formal agenda, allowing for a more organic exchange of ideas. Questions will be posted around the room for you to write your answers down, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to share their thoughts.

The department directors will be present to engage in conversation, answer your questions, and gather your valuable feedback. Your input is essential in helping shape the future of the city.

Everyone’s voice matters. Help make Hutchinson even better, together. 

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/7/1689795503562.png" alt="Memorial Hall - June 18, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Memorial Hall - June 18, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>City of HutchinsonHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Another community meeting for the City of Hutchinson is coming up.The meeting will be Monday night, November 4th from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Memorial Hall! Come see what the city is working on and have your voice heard on important city topics. They want to know:How do you prefer to receive important city information?What should be the top priorities moving forward?Are there successful initiatives from other cities that you’d love to see in Hutchinson?With a come-and-go format, they hope to provide flexibility and create a relaxed atmosphere that encourages open dialogue. Even though it's called a meeting, there is no formal agenda, allowing for a more organic exchange of ideas. Questions will be posted around the room for you to write your answers down, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to share their thoughts.The department directors will be present to engage in conversation, answer your questions, and gather your valuable feedback. Your input is essential in helping shape the future of the city.Everyone’s voice matters. Help make Hutchinson even better, together.

Community meeting tonight at Memorial Hall

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly believes that Medicaid expansion is still something that needs to be done and she wants to do everything she can to make sure it happens before she leaves Cedar Crest. She spoke about that in an interview with Hutch Post last week.

"We have Republican leadership in both the House and in the Senate that is somewhat extreme and ideological, still living sort of in the past when there was so much contention around the original Affordable Care Act, Obamacare, as many people call it," Kelly said. "That's been in place now for over ten years. Forty five million people are part of that, and it is long past time for Kansas to pass Medicaid expansion."

The numbers in support of Medicaid expansion in Kansas are still strong.&nbsp; According to the latest Kansas Speaks survey from Fort Hays State University released in October, support for Medicaid expansion in Kansas in 2024 continues to be at about 70 percent, and 51 percent of the respondents felt the issue was highly or extremely important as they decide who gets their vote to represent them in the Kansas Legislature, compared to 8 percent who felt the issue was not important at all.

"We have now sent over $7 billion of Kansas taxpayer dollars to Washington, D.C. to be distributed to other states that have expanded Medicaid," Kelly said. "We need to bring that back home. In those 10 years plus, all of the states around Kansas have expanded Medicaid, so not only are we bleeding money, we're bleeding our health care workers who are moving across state lines to work in Nebraska or Oklahoma, Missouri or Colorado, because there they can get reimbursed for their services."

This is one of the reasons it is important to her that Democrats gain as many legislative seats as they can, in an effort to break the Republican supermajorities in Topeka.&nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1730206744597.jpeg" alt="Kansas Governor Laura Kelly" />
 <figcaption>Kansas Governor Laura Kelly</figcaption>
 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly believes that Medicaid expansion is still something that needs to be done and she wants to do everything she can to make sure it happens before she leaves Cedar Crest. She spoke about that in an interview with Hutch Post last week."We have Republican leadership in both the House and in the Senate that is somewhat extreme and ideological, still living sort of in the past when there was so much contention around the original Affordable Care Act, Obamacare, as many people call it," Kelly said. "That's been in place now for over ten years. Forty five million people are part of that, and it is long past time for Kansas to pass Medicaid expansion."The numbers in support of Medicaid expansion in Kansas are still strong.&nbsp; According to the latest Kansas Speaks survey from Fort Hays State University released in October, support for Medicaid expansion in Kansas in 2024 continues to be at about 70 percent, and 51 percent of the respondents felt the issue was highly or extremely important as they decide who gets their vote to represent them in the Kansas Legislature, compared to 8 percent who felt the issue was not important at all."We have now sent over $7 billion of Kansas taxpayer dollars to Washington, D.C. to be distributed to other states that have expanded Medicaid," Kelly said. "We need to bring that back home. In those 10 years plus, all of the states around Kansas have expanded Medicaid, so not only are we bleeding money, we're bleeding our health care workers who are moving across state lines to work in Nebraska or Oklahoma, Missouri or Colorado, because there they can get reimbursed for their services."This is one of the reasons it is important to her that Democrats gain as many legislative seats as they can, in an effort to break the Republican supermajorities in Topeka.&nbsp;

Medicaid expansion remains a goal for Governor

HUTCHINSON, Kan. —&nbsp; Reno County District Attorney Tom Stanton sent a letter in October to businesses in Reno County that sell products that may or may not contain THC. Stanton provided Hutch Post a copy of that letter. It is quoted below.

It has come to my attention that businesses in Reno County may be marketing or selling products containing tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) in violation of Kansas law.

K.S.A. 2-3908(a) defines several hemp products that are per se illegal to manufacture, market, sell, or distribute by any person in the state of Kansas. Those products include the following: cigarettes containing industrial hemp; cigars containing industrial hemp; chew, dip or other smokeless material containing industrial hemp; teas containing industrial hemp; liquids, solids or gasses containing industrial hemp for use in vaporizing devices; and other generally defined products. To be clear, this includes any vape cartridge containing any amount of THC. I have included a copy of the statute with this letter.

This letter is intended to be a reminder to those businesses or private individuals that the manufacture, marketing, sale, or distribution of these items is unlawful and that anyone violating the statute is subject to prosecution under the statute. The Reno County District Attorney's Office will prosecute any business or individual found to be selling these items in contravention of the statute.

It is the responsibility of any person attempting to manufacture, market, sell or distribute any item containing THC to be aware of the restrictions placed on these activities in relation to industrial hemp. K.S.A. 2-3908(b) also restricts these activities as to other products unless the person engaging in the manufacture, marketing, sale, or distribution of the listed items is properly licensed under Kansas law.

Any business or person violating subsection (b) of the statute will also be prosecuted.

Finally, the Kansas Attorney General issued a legal opinion in December 2021 regarding the legality the distribution of a cannabinoid known as "Delta-8" or "Delta-8 THC" in Kansas. That Attorney General's opinion can be found at AGO 2021-004 (ks.gov). In that opinion, the Kansas Attorney General determined that Delta-8 THC is a schedule one controlled substance and is unlawful to possess or sell in the state of Kansas. The only exception to this determination is when the product containing the Delta-8 THC is (1) made from industrial hemp, and (2) if made from industrial hemp, it must contain no more than 0.3% total tetrahydrocannabinols. Any product containing Delta-8 THC that does not fit this definition is per se illegal, and the manufacture, marketing, sale, distribution, or possession of such a product is illegal under the Kansas uniform controlled substances act, K.S.A. 21-5701, et seq. Violation of the provisions of these statutes will subject the business or person committing the violations to criminal prosecution.

2-3908. Unlawful hemp products; penalties; exceptions. (a) (1) It shall be unlawful for any of the following hemp products to be manufactured, marketed, sold or distributed by any person in the state of Kansas: 

(A) Cigarettes containing industrial hemp; 

(C) chew, dip or other smokeless material containing industrial hemp; 

(E) liquids, solids or gases containing industrial hemp for use in vaporizing devices; and 

(F) any other hemp product intended for human or animal consumption containing any ingredient derived from industrial hemp that is prohibited pursuant to the Kansas food, drug and cosmetic act, K.S.A. 65-636 et seq., and amendments thereto, and the commercial feeding stuffs act, K.S.A. 2-1001 et seq., and amendments thereto. This subparagraph shall not otherwise prohibit the use of any such ingredient, including cannabidiol oil, in such hemp products. 

(A) "Human or animal consumption" means: 

(ii) applied by any means such that an ingredient derived from industrial hemp enters the human or animal body. 

(B) "Intended for human or animal consumption" means: 

(i) Designed by the manufacturer for human or animal consumption; 

(ii) marketed for human or animal consumption; or 

(iii) distributed with the intent that it be used for human or animal consumption. 

(b) (1) It shall be unlawful for any of the following hemp products to be marketed, sold or distributed to any person in Kansas who is not registered as a hemp processor pursuant to K.S.A. 2-3907, and amendments thereto, or who does not possess a license by the Kansas department of agriculture under any commercial plan established pursuant to K.S.A. 2-3906, and amendments thereto, or the research program established pursuant to K.S.A. 2-3902, and amendments thereto: 

(B) ground industrial hemp floral material; 

(C) ground industrial hemp leaf material; or 

(D) any extract from industrial hemp with a delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol concentration greater than 0.3% that will be further processed. 

(2) No license or registration shall be required for the transport of hemp products described in paragraph (1) if such products are transported between hemp producers and hemp processors or between more than one hemp processor. Any such transportation of hemp products shall be subject to rules and regulations promulgated by the state fire marshal pursuant to this act. 

(c) (1) Upon a first conviction for a violation of subsection (a), a person shall be guilty of a class B nonperson misdemeanor. 

(2) Upon a second conviction for a violation of subsection (a), a person shall be guilty of a class A nonperson misdemeanor. 

(3) Upon a third conviction for a violation of subsection (a), a person shall be guilty of lrvrl 5 drug felony. 

(14) Upon a first conviction for a violation of this subsection (b), a person shall be guilty of a class A nonperson misdemeanor. 

(25) On a second or subsequent conviction for a violation of this subsection (b), a person shall be guilty of a severity level 9, nonperson felony. 

(6) Violations of subsection (b) are exempted from prosecution under K.S.A. 5705 and/or K.S.A. 21-5706 and amendments thereto and shall not be considered identical offenses will as to any crime pursuant to K.S.A. 21-5701, et seq. for purposes of sentencing. 

(d) Nothing in this section shall prohibit: 

(1) The use of any hemp product for research purposes by a state educational institution or affiliated entity; or 

(2) the production, use or sale of any hemp product that is otherwise not prohibited by state or federal law. 

(e) This section shall be a part of and supplemental to the commercial industrial hemp act, K.S.A. 2-3901 et seq., and amendments thereto. 

History: L. 2019, ch. 37, § 5; L. 2021, ch. 76, § 6; April 29.

Stanton told Hutch Post in a telephone conversation that his intent is simply to make everyone aware of the statute. He just wants all businesses selling vape products or other potential delivery systems for THC to be on a level and statutorily compliant playing field. 

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/4/1681236322749.jpeg" alt="Reno County District Attorney Tom Stanton speaks to the Board of County Commissioners April 11, 2023-File Photo by Sandra Milburn" />
 <figcaption>Reno County District Attorney Tom Stanton speaks to the Board of County Commissioners April 11, 2023-File Photo by Sandra Milburn</figcaption>
 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. —&nbsp; Reno County District Attorney Tom Stanton sent a letter in October to businesses in Reno County that sell products that may or may not contain THC. Stanton provided Hutch Post a copy of that letter. It is quoted below.It has come to my attention that businesses in Reno County may be marketing or selling products containing tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) in violation of Kansas law. K.S.A. 2-3908(a) defines several hemp products that are per se illegal to manufacture, market, sell, or distribute by any person in the state of Kansas. Those products include the following: cigarettes containing industrial hemp; cigars containing industrial hemp; chew, dip or other smokeless material containing industrial hemp; teas containing industrial hemp; liquids, solids or gasses containing industrial hemp for use in vaporizing devices; and other generally defined products. To be clear, this includes any vape cartridge containing any amount of THC. I have included a copy of the statute with this letter. This letter is intended to be a reminder to those businesses or private individuals that the manufacture, marketing, sale, or distribution of these items is unlawful and that anyone violating the statute is subject to prosecution under the statute. The Reno County District Attorney's Office will prosecute any business or individual found to be selling these items in contravention of the statute. It is the responsibility of any person attempting to manufacture, market, sell or distribute any item containing THC to be aware of the restrictions placed on these activities in relation to industrial hemp. K.S.A. 2-3908(b) also restricts these activities as to other products unless the person engaging in the manufacture, marketing, sale, or distribution of the listed items is properly licensed under Kansas law. Any business or person violating subsection (b) of the statute will also be prosecuted. Finally, the Kansas Attorney General issued a legal opinion in December 2021 regarding the legality the distribution of a cannabinoid known as "Delta-8" or "Delta-8 THC" in Kansas. That Attorney General's opinion can be found at AGO 2021-004 (ks.gov). In that opinion, the Kansas Attorney General determined that Delta-8 THC is a schedule one controlled substance and is unlawful to possess or sell in the state of Kansas. The only exception to this determination is when the product containing the Delta-8 THC is (1) made from industrial hemp, and (2) if made from industrial hemp, it must contain no more than 0.3% total tetrahydrocannabinols. Any product containing Delta-8 THC that does not fit this definition is per se illegal, and the manufacture, marketing, sale, distribution, or possession of such a product is illegal under the Kansas uniform controlled substances act, K.S.A. 21-5701, et seq. Violation of the provisions of these statutes will subject the business or person committing the violations to criminal prosecution.The relevant statute is below.2-3908. Unlawful hemp products; penalties; exceptions. (a) (1) It shall be unlawful for any of the following hemp products to be manufactured, marketed, sold or distributed by any person in the state of Kansas: (A) Cigarettes containing industrial hemp; (B) cigars containing industrial hemp; (C) chew, dip or other smokeless material containing industrial hemp; (D) teas containing industrial hemp; (E) liquids, solids or gases containing industrial hemp for use in vaporizing devices; and (F) any other hemp product intended for human or animal consumption containing any ingredient derived from industrial hemp that is prohibited pursuant to the Kansas food, drug and cosmetic act, K.S.A. 65-636 et seq., and amendments thereto, and the commercial feeding stuffs act, K.S.A. 2-1001 et seq., and amendments thereto. This subparagraph shall not otherwise prohibit the use of any such ingredient, including cannabidiol oil, in such hemp products. (2) As used in this subsection: (A) "Human or animal consumption" means: (i) Ingested orally; or (ii) applied by any means such that an ingredient derived from industrial hemp enters the human or animal body. (B) "Intended for human or animal consumption" means: (i) Designed by the manufacturer for human or animal consumption; (ii) marketed for human or animal consumption; or (iii) distributed with the intent that it be used for human or animal consumption. (b) (1) It shall be unlawful for any of the following hemp products to be marketed, sold or distributed to any person in Kansas who is not registered as a hemp processor pursuant to K.S.A. 2-3907, and amendments thereto, or who does not possess a license by the Kansas department of agriculture under any commercial plan established pursuant to K.S.A. 2-3906, and amendments thereto, or the research program established pursuant to K.S.A. 2-3902, and amendments thereto: (A) Industrial hemp buds; (B) ground industrial hemp floral material; (C) ground industrial hemp leaf material; or (D) any extract from industrial hemp with a delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol concentration greater than 0.3% that will be further processed. (2) No license or registration shall be required for the transport of hemp products described in paragraph (1) if such products are transported between hemp producers and hemp processors or between more than one hemp processor. Any such transportation of hemp products shall be subject to rules and regulations promulgated by the state fire marshal pursuant to this act. (c) (1) Upon a first conviction for a violation of subsection (a), a person shall be guilty of a class B nonperson misdemeanor. (2) Upon a second conviction for a violation of subsection (a), a person shall be guilty of a class A nonperson misdemeanor. (3) Upon a third conviction for a violation of subsection (a), a person shall be guilty of lrvrl 5 drug felony. (14) Upon a first conviction for a violation of this subsection (b), a person shall be guilty of a class A nonperson misdemeanor. (25) On a second or subsequent conviction for a violation of this subsection (b), a person shall be guilty of a severity level 9, nonperson felony. (6) Violations of subsection (b) are exempted from prosecution under K.S.A. 5705 and/or K.S.A. 21-5706 and amendments thereto and shall not be considered identical offenses will as to any crime pursuant to K.S.A. 21-5701, et seq. for purposes of sentencing. (d) Nothing in this section shall prohibit: (1) The use of any hemp product for research purposes by a state educational institution or affiliated entity; or (2) the production, use or sale of any hemp product that is otherwise not prohibited by state or federal law. (e) This section shall be a part of and supplemental to the commercial industrial hemp act, K.S.A. 2-3901 et seq., and amendments thereto. History: L. 2019, ch. 37, § 5; L. 2021, ch. 76, § 6; April 29.Stanton told Hutch Post in a telephone conversation that his intent is simply to make everyone aware of the statute. He just wants all businesses selling vape products or other potential delivery systems for THC to be on a level and statutorily compliant playing field.

DA sends letter clarifying THC statute to businesses

Here’s the latest booking activity from the Reno County Jail. This information is provided by the Reno County Sheriff’s Office and is not criminal history. The Hutch Post assumes no legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, or completeness, of this information. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.&nbsp;——————————————&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

11/3/2024 11:58 PM-Wyatt	Logan Gray-Poss of marijuana; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body; Ignition Interlock Device; Operate MV without device during restriction&nbsp;

11/3/2024 3:15 PM-Susan	Kay Evans-DUI; 1st conv; incapable of safely driving; Leave the scene of an accident; Injury or Property Damage &gt; $1000; Insurance; Fail to Show Proof of Liability Insurance; Alcohol; Illegal Transportation of Alcoholic Beverage&nbsp;

11/3/2024 2:43 PM-Steven	Richard Webber-DUI; 2nd conv; comp evidence of blood/breath .08+

11/3/2024 2:27 PM-Joshua	William Kelley-Agg battery; Knowingly cause great body harm; Agg assault; w/ deadly weapon; Interference with Law Enforcement; Obstruct, Resist, Oppose, Misd case, Execution of Misd Warrant; Interference with Law Enforcement; Obstruct, Resist, Oppose, Misd case, Execution of Misd Warrant; Traffic Contraband in Correctional Institution; Introduce Firearm, Ammo, Explosive or Controlled Substance; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body; Poss of marijuana&nbsp;

11/3/2024 4:34 AM-Timothy	Luke Foster-Driving while license cancelled/suspended/revoked; misd; unknown conv; Insurance; Fail to Show Proof of Liability Insurance

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 </figure>Here’s the latest booking activity from the Reno County Jail. This information is provided by the Reno County Sheriff’s Office and is not criminal history. The Hutch Post assumes no legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, or completeness, of this information. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.&nbsp;——————————————&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;11/3/2024 11:58 PM-Wyatt	Logan Gray-Poss of marijuana; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body; Ignition Interlock Device; Operate MV without device during restriction&nbsp;11/3/2024 3:15 PM-Susan	Kay Evans-DUI; 1st conv; incapable of safely driving; Leave the scene of an accident; Injury or Property Damage &gt; $1000; Insurance; Fail to Show Proof of Liability Insurance; Alcohol; Illegal Transportation of Alcoholic Beverage&nbsp;11/3/2024 2:43 PM-Steven	Richard Webber-DUI; 2nd conv; comp evidence of blood/breath .08+11/3/2024 2:27 PM-Joshua	William Kelley-Agg battery; Knowingly cause great body harm; Agg assault; w/ deadly weapon; Interference with Law Enforcement; Obstruct, Resist, Oppose, Misd case, Execution of Misd Warrant; Interference with Law Enforcement; Obstruct, Resist, Oppose, Misd case, Execution of Misd Warrant; Traffic Contraband in Correctional Institution; Introduce Firearm, Ammo, Explosive or Controlled Substance; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body; Poss of marijuana&nbsp;11/3/2024 4:34 AM-Timothy	Luke Foster-Driving while license cancelled/suspended/revoked; misd; unknown conv; Insurance; Fail to Show Proof of Liability Insurance

Daily Bookings

Smoky Valley Historical Association

LINDSBORG, Kan. —The Smoky Valley Historical Association is proud to invite you to their November Program:&nbsp;Lindsborg Pioneer Doctors: Who Were They?

Tim Stewart, president of the&nbsp;<a href="https://ywbzuldab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001YLJKyCuJwwipIhx_dcF1yORzsWthTPQsHMwF--Cr_6gk4x1pyiPXBqy_TGmGUuuS-58SlyPHOG3D4tf4JChVwoum0tye9kMRk6YbTQfNrPt1z_Fq8wAZib41gJgEmvSuKEjIGKE5jyIXmFb55cseFuWm6PJwAwkW&amp;c=NS6ZtlVTCZr8eAJnupSl_-bSmitihgzt6uvEznkiOuS6jD3yEsgajg==&amp;ch=Qnrg4St5V6VdOWYWVSMt-28yThPdI7OUkcJjzyUMcSUYzHjOjX9JEg==" target="_blank">Smoky Valley Historical Association</a>&nbsp;will be presenting the topic on Nov. 12. Following the presentation, the SVHA will be serving a Swedish Meal. All are welcome to stay and enjoy.

The free program begins at 7:30pm and is held in the Fellowship Hall of Messiah Evangelical Lutheran Church, located at 402 N. First Street. Please enter the east door on the north side of the building.

Tim Stewart grew up in rural Missouri where he learned the value of local and family history. While in high school, his family moved to McPherson county in 1979 and has been a Lindsborg resident since 2000. Tim and his wife Debby owned Reminiscent Antiques and Collectibles in downtown Lindsborg from 2012-2017. Stewart serves on local committees and boards like the Smoky Valley Historical Association, Lindsborg Old Mill and Swedish Heritage Museum, and the Convention and Visitors Bureau Advisory Board. Stewart pens the Smoky Valley Historical Association's newsletter: Vår Historia, published six times a year.

About the Smoky Valley Historical Association:&nbsp;Smoky Valley Historical Association is a non-profit organization dedicated to collecting and preserving historical data pertaining to the early history and settlement of our community in general and the city of Lindsborg in particular. SVHA helps preserve and beautify places of historical interest in the Smoky Valley, and owns and maintains Coronado Heights Park and Hoglund Dugout near Lindsborg.

When supporting Smoky Valley Historical Association, consider the following: managing estates, bequests, gifts through retirement plans, or donations in any amount. All donations are tax exempt and&nbsp;will help the preservation to be ongoing and long-lasting.&nbsp;SVHA is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.

For more information, email the SVHA:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:smokyvalleyhistory@gmail.com" target="_blank">smokyvalleyhistory@gmail.com</a>&nbsp;or mail at PO Box 225, Lindsborg, KS 67456.

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 </figure>Smoky Valley Historical AssociationLINDSBORG, Kan. —The Smoky Valley Historical Association is proud to invite you to their November Program:&nbsp;Lindsborg Pioneer Doctors: Who Were They?Tim Stewart, president of the&nbsp;<a href="https://ywbzuldab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001YLJKyCuJwwipIhx_dcF1yORzsWthTPQsHMwF--Cr_6gk4x1pyiPXBqy_TGmGUuuS-58SlyPHOG3D4tf4JChVwoum0tye9kMRk6YbTQfNrPt1z_Fq8wAZib41gJgEmvSuKEjIGKE5jyIXmFb55cseFuWm6PJwAwkW&amp;c=NS6ZtlVTCZr8eAJnupSl_-bSmitihgzt6uvEznkiOuS6jD3yEsgajg==&amp;ch=Qnrg4St5V6VdOWYWVSMt-28yThPdI7OUkcJjzyUMcSUYzHjOjX9JEg==" target="_blank">Smoky Valley Historical Association</a>&nbsp;will be presenting the topic on Nov. 12. Following the presentation, the SVHA will be serving a Swedish Meal. All are welcome to stay and enjoy.The free program begins at 7:30pm and is held in the Fellowship Hall of Messiah Evangelical Lutheran Church, located at 402 N. First Street. Please enter the east door on the north side of the building.Tim Stewart grew up in rural Missouri where he learned the value of local and family history. While in high school, his family moved to McPherson county in 1979 and has been a Lindsborg resident since 2000. Tim and his wife Debby owned Reminiscent Antiques and Collectibles in downtown Lindsborg from 2012-2017. Stewart serves on local committees and boards like the Smoky Valley Historical Association, Lindsborg Old Mill and Swedish Heritage Museum, and the Convention and Visitors Bureau Advisory Board. Stewart pens the Smoky Valley Historical Association's newsletter: Vår Historia, published six times a year.About the Smoky Valley Historical Association:&nbsp;Smoky Valley Historical Association is a non-profit organization dedicated to collecting and preserving historical data pertaining to the early history and settlement of our community in general and the city of Lindsborg in particular. SVHA helps preserve and beautify places of historical interest in the Smoky Valley, and owns and maintains Coronado Heights Park and Hoglund Dugout near Lindsborg.When supporting Smoky Valley Historical Association, consider the following: managing estates, bequests, gifts through retirement plans, or donations in any amount. All donations are tax exempt and&nbsp;will help the preservation to be ongoing and long-lasting.&nbsp;SVHA is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.For more information, email the SVHA:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:smokyvalleyhistory@gmail.com" target="_blank">smokyvalleyhistory@gmail.com</a>&nbsp;or mail at PO Box 225, Lindsborg, KS 67456.

Medical history in Lindsborg November 12

KIM QUALLS Kansas Association of Counties

TOPEKA, Kan. — Kansas Governor Laura Kelly, joined by ten Kansas County employee veterans, signed a proclamation declaring the week leading up to Veterans Day, November 4-11, 2024, as Operation Green Light Week in Kansas. 

Beginning on Monday, November 4, the Kansas Association of Counties, along with over 40 Kansas County government partners statewide, will light county courthouses and other county buildings, as well as KAC’s Topeka office green, as part of Operation Green Light for Veterans. 

Operation Green Light is a nationwide effort coordinated by the National Association of Counties (NACo) and the National Association of County Veterans Service Officers to show support for veterans and raise awareness around the resources available at the county, state, and federal levels to assist veterans and their families.

Now in its third year, Operation Green Light is expected to draw participation from hundreds of counties nationwide. The county role in administering services for veterans includes County Veterans Service Officers helping fellow former service members access more than $52 billion in federal health, disability, and compensation benefits each year, as well as other services supporting the approximately 200,000 service members who transition into civilian communities annually.

“Our nation’s military members, and their families, continue to make immense sacrifices for our safety and security each and every day,” said KAC Executive Director Bruce Chladny. “Similar to the sacrifices of previous generations of our armed forces, their service to our country also often results in significant stress to many of the veterans who served in times of war and conflict. We want to ensure that our veterans and their families know that their service mattered, that we are grateful for their sacrifices, and that it is now our turn to make sure they are served by their county government and local communities.”

In addition to lighting county buildings, bridges, and other meaningful landmarks green, residents, businesses, and other organizations are encouraged to participate by simply changing one light bulb in their home to a green bulb. This can be an exterior light that neighbors and passersby see, or an interior light that sparks a conversation with friends.

“By shining a green light, we let our veterans know that their service and sacrifice is seen, appreciated and supported,” shared KAC Board President Frank Williams, Butler County EMS Operations Manager. “Here in Butler County, we are lighting our county courthouse green throughout this week-long event to recognize our veterans and their families.”

Along with Butler County, over 40 Kansas County Commissions passed a resolution/proclamation in support of Operation Green Light to light their county buildings green. These counties are also encouraging local citizens and businesses to light their homes and buildings green as well as promoting the Operation Green Light event through social media.

Counties and residents across the state and the country are sharing their participation on social media using the hashtag #OperationGreenLight.

Atchison County: Lighting the county courthouse clock tower green.

Brown County: Lighting the county courthouse green.

Butler County: Lighting the county courthouse green.

Chase County: Lighting the county courthouse green.

City of Fort Scott (Bourbon County): Lighting city hall green.

Cloud County: Lighting the county courthouse green.

Cowley County: Lighting all entryways of county facilities green.

Dickinson County: Lighting the county courthouse green.

Doniphan County: Lighting the county courthouse dome green.

Douglas County: Lighting the county courthouse green, social media shout out, and veteran county employees will receive thank you treats.

Ellis County: Lighting the county courthouse and EMS/Fire Facility green.

Ellsworth County: Lighting the county courthouse green.

Finney County: Lighting the county courthouse and 8-10 other county buildings green. During the County Commission meeting, the local Quilt of Valor organization will present a Sheriff’s Department veteran employee with a quilt. A decorated holiday tree with green lights and ornaments to include photos of veteran county employees who have received a quilt from the local Quilt of Valor organization will be on display. 

Geary County: Lighting the county courthouse and several other county buildings green. 

Graham County: Lighting the county courthouse green.

Greenwood County Health Department: Lighting the county health department green. A decorated holiday tree with green lights and military ornaments will be on display. Green light bulbs are available for individuals who wish to participate. 

Harvey County: Lighting the county courthouse green.

Jefferson County: Lighting the county courthouse green.

Johnson County: Lighting their county administration building green.

Kingman County: Lighting the county courthouse green.

Leavenworth County: Lighting their county courthouse and grounds green.

Lyon County: Lighting the county courthouse green.

Marion County: Lighting the county courthouse and county office complex (Planning &amp; Zoning, Emergency Management and Road &amp; Bridge) green.

McPherson County: Lighting each window in their county courthouse green.

Miami County: Lighting their county administration building green.

Montgomery County: Lighting the county courthouse green.

Osage County: Lighting the county courthouse green.

Osborne County: Lighting the county courthouse green.

Ottawa County: Lighting the county courthouse green.

Phillips County: Lighting the county courthouse green.

Pottawatomie County: Lighting the county courthouse green.

Rawlins County Public Health Department: Lighting the county courthouse green.

Reno County: Lighting the county courthouse green. 

Russell County: Lighting the county courthouse green.

Saline County: Lighting the county courthouse and other county buildings green.

Shawnee County: Lighting the county courthouse green.

Sumner County: Lighting the county courthouse and annex building green – inside and outside.

Thomas County: Lighting the county courthouse green.

Trego County: Lighting the county courthouse and downtown businesses green.

Unified Government of Wyandotte County/KCK: Lighting the county municipal building green.

Wichita County: Lighting the county courthouse green.

For more information on Operation Green Light, click here.

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 </figure>KIM QUALLS Kansas Association of CountiesTOPEKA, Kan. — Kansas Governor Laura Kelly, joined by ten Kansas County employee veterans, signed a proclamation declaring the week leading up to Veterans Day, November 4-11, 2024, as Operation Green Light Week in Kansas. Beginning on Monday, November 4, the Kansas Association of Counties, along with over 40 Kansas County government partners statewide, will light county courthouses and other county buildings, as well as KAC’s Topeka office green, as part of Operation Green Light for Veterans. Operation Green Light is a nationwide effort coordinated by the National Association of Counties (NACo) and the National Association of County Veterans Service Officers to show support for veterans and raise awareness around the resources available at the county, state, and federal levels to assist veterans and their families.Now in its third year, Operation Green Light is expected to draw participation from hundreds of counties nationwide. The county role in administering services for veterans includes County Veterans Service Officers helping fellow former service members access more than $52 billion in federal health, disability, and compensation benefits each year, as well as other services supporting the approximately 200,000 service members who transition into civilian communities annually.“Our nation’s military members, and their families, continue to make immense sacrifices for our safety and security each and every day,” said KAC Executive Director Bruce Chladny. “Similar to the sacrifices of previous generations of our armed forces, their service to our country also often results in significant stress to many of the veterans who served in times of war and conflict. We want to ensure that our veterans and their families know that their service mattered, that we are grateful for their sacrifices, and that it is now our turn to make sure they are served by their county government and local communities.”In addition to lighting county buildings, bridges, and other meaningful landmarks green, residents, businesses, and other organizations are encouraged to participate by simply changing one light bulb in their home to a green bulb. This can be an exterior light that neighbors and passersby see, or an interior light that sparks a conversation with friends.“By shining a green light, we let our veterans know that their service and sacrifice is seen, appreciated and supported,” shared KAC Board President Frank Williams, Butler County EMS Operations Manager. “Here in Butler County, we are lighting our county courthouse green throughout this week-long event to recognize our veterans and their families.”Along with Butler County, over 40 Kansas County Commissions passed a resolution/proclamation in support of Operation Green Light to light their county buildings green. These counties are also encouraging local citizens and businesses to light their homes and buildings green as well as promoting the Operation Green Light event through social media.Counties and residents across the state and the country are sharing their participation on social media using the hashtag #OperationGreenLight.Atchison County: Lighting the county courthouse clock tower green.Brown County: Lighting the county courthouse green.Butler County: Lighting the county courthouse green.Chase County: Lighting the county courthouse green.City of Fort Scott (Bourbon County): Lighting city hall green.Cloud County: Lighting the county courthouse green.Cowley County: Lighting all entryways of county facilities green.Dickinson County: Lighting the county courthouse green.Doniphan County: Lighting the county courthouse dome green.Douglas County: Lighting the county courthouse green, social media shout out, and veteran county employees will receive thank you treats.Ellis County: Lighting the county courthouse and EMS/Fire Facility green.Ellsworth County: Lighting the county courthouse green.Finney County: Lighting the county courthouse and 8-10 other county buildings green. During the County Commission meeting, the local Quilt of Valor organization will present a Sheriff’s Department veteran employee with a quilt. A decorated holiday tree with green lights and ornaments to include photos of veteran county employees who have received a quilt from the local Quilt of Valor organization will be on display. Geary County: Lighting the county courthouse and several other county buildings green. Graham County: Lighting the county courthouse green.Greenwood County Health Department: Lighting the county health department green. A decorated holiday tree with green lights and military ornaments will be on display. Green light bulbs are available for individuals who wish to participate. Harvey County: Lighting the county courthouse green.Jefferson County: Lighting the county courthouse green.Johnson County: Lighting their county administration building green.Kingman County: Lighting the county courthouse green.Leavenworth County: Lighting their county courthouse and grounds green.Lyon County: Lighting the county courthouse green.Marion County: Lighting the county courthouse and county office complex (Planning &amp; Zoning, Emergency Management and Road &amp; Bridge) green.McPherson County: Lighting each window in their county courthouse green.Miami County: Lighting their county administration building green.Montgomery County: Lighting the county courthouse green.Osage County: Lighting the county courthouse green.Osborne County: Lighting the county courthouse green.Ottawa County: Lighting the county courthouse green.Phillips County: Lighting the county courthouse green.Pottawatomie County: Lighting the county courthouse green.Rawlins County Public Health Department: Lighting the county courthouse green.Reno County: Lighting the county courthouse green. Russell County: Lighting the county courthouse green.Saline County: Lighting the county courthouse and other county buildings green.Shawnee County: Lighting the county courthouse green.Sumner County: Lighting the county courthouse and annex building green – inside and outside.Thomas County: Lighting the county courthouse green.Trego County: Lighting the county courthouse and downtown businesses green.Unified Government of Wyandotte County/KCK: Lighting the county municipal building green.Wichita County: Lighting the county courthouse green.For more information on Operation Green Light, click here.

Operation Green Light Week starts Monday

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Join the Hutchinson Art Center for their 2024 Holiday Open House on&nbsp;Saturday, Nov. 16, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The annual Holiday Open House is the perfect opportunity to check out the Hutchinson Art Center Gift Shop and Members Consignment Gallery for unique gifts for your loved ones this holiday season.

The Gift Shop features works by local and regional artists, crafters, and artisans, including (but not limited to) ceramic creations, jewelry, wall art, ornaments, and stocking stuffers that are perfect for the art lover in your life. Don't forget to check out the Members Consignment Gallery in the back room for even more one-of-a-kind artwork. 

If that doesn't get you in the mood for the season, tasty refreshments and holiday music surely will. If you already have artwork for sale at the Hutchinson Art Center, now is the time to consider switching out your inventory in the Gift Shop and Members Consignment Gallery and remember to bring in your holiday-themed creations!&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Hutchinson Art CenterHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Join the Hutchinson Art Center for their 2024 Holiday Open House on&nbsp;Saturday, Nov. 16, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The annual Holiday Open House is the perfect opportunity to check out the Hutchinson Art Center Gift Shop and Members Consignment Gallery for unique gifts for your loved ones this holiday season.The Gift Shop features works by local and regional artists, crafters, and artisans, including (but not limited to) ceramic creations, jewelry, wall art, ornaments, and stocking stuffers that are perfect for the art lover in your life. Don't forget to check out the Members Consignment Gallery in the back room for even more one-of-a-kind artwork. If that doesn't get you in the mood for the season, tasty refreshments and holiday music surely will. If you already have artwork for sale at the Hutchinson Art Center, now is the time to consider switching out your inventory in the Gift Shop and Members Consignment Gallery and remember to bring in your holiday-themed creations!&nbsp;&nbsp;

Holiday Open House at Art Center November 16

MANHATTAN, Kan. — The Kansas Department of Agriculture welcomed a beef genetics trade team from Canada in late October. The diverse trade team represented progressive seedstock operations located throughout Saskatchewan and Alberta and the participants had varied cattle breed interests including Black and Red Angus, Charolais, Hereford, and Simmental breeds.

The trade team’s itinerary included stops at McCurry Angus Ranch in Burrton, Bar S Ranch in Paradise, Schrader Ranch in Wells, Fink Beef Genetics in Randolph, River Creek Farms in Manhattan, Sunflower Genetics in Maple Hill, Mid-Am Genetics in Muscotah, and the Jensen Bros. annual sale at Sander’s Ranch in Louisburg. The trade mission concluded at the American Royal livestock show in Kansas City.&nbsp;

“We were fortunate enough to experience eight Kansas seedstock operation that have embraced innovation, service, and quality to elevate their customers’ profitability,” said Shari Leachman from Saskatchewan with Big Gully Farms. “Each family represented the state with a high standard of practicality, professionalism, hospitality, and industry foresight.”

Suzanne Ryan-Numrich, international trade director at KDA, highlighted the significance of the trade relationship with Canada. “This trade mission was the direct result of an outbound trade mission to Canadian Western Agribition last fall,” she said. “It highlights the growing interest in beef genetics and the potential for cross-border partnerships in the beef industry. Through these trade missions, Kansans have had the opportunity to market purebred beef cattle and expand their global networks.”

Supporting all facets of agriculture is central to KDA’s mission, including facilitating opportunities for producers to market and sell beef genetics both domestically and internationally. These missions were made possible through KDA’s membership in U.S. Livestock Genetics Export, Inc. (USLGE) with USDA Market Access Program funding.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/11/1730475517726.jpeg" alt="A trade team from Saskatchewan and Alberta, Canada, met with Secretary of Agriculture Mike Beam during a recent tour of seedstock operations hosted by the Kansas Department of Agriculture. Pictured (L to R) Tim Gardner, MacMillan Charolais, Saskatchewan; Shari Leachman, Big Gully Farms, Saskatchewan; Mike Beam, Kansas Secretary of Agriculture; Rob Young, High Country Cattle Services, Alberta; Deanne Young, High Country Cattle Services, Alberta; and Justine Gardner Diamond T Cattle Co, Alberta." />
 <figcaption>A trade team from Saskatchewan and Alberta, Canada, met with Secretary of Agriculture Mike Beam during a recent tour of seedstock operations hosted by the Kansas Department of Agriculture. Pictured (L to R) Tim Gardner, MacMillan Charolais, Saskatchewan; Shari Leachman, Big Gully Farms, Saskatchewan; Mike Beam, Kansas Secretary of Agriculture; Rob Young, High Country Cattle Services, Alberta; Deanne Young, High Country Cattle Services, Alberta; and Justine Gardner Diamond T Cattle Co, Alberta.</figcaption>
 </figure>Kansas Department of AgricultureMANHATTAN, Kan. — The Kansas Department of Agriculture welcomed a beef genetics trade team from Canada in late October. The diverse trade team represented progressive seedstock operations located throughout Saskatchewan and Alberta and the participants had varied cattle breed interests including Black and Red Angus, Charolais, Hereford, and Simmental breeds.The trade team’s itinerary included stops at McCurry Angus Ranch in Burrton, Bar S Ranch in Paradise, Schrader Ranch in Wells, Fink Beef Genetics in Randolph, River Creek Farms in Manhattan, Sunflower Genetics in Maple Hill, Mid-Am Genetics in Muscotah, and the Jensen Bros. annual sale at Sander’s Ranch in Louisburg. The trade mission concluded at the American Royal livestock show in Kansas City.&nbsp;“We were fortunate enough to experience eight Kansas seedstock operation that have embraced innovation, service, and quality to elevate their customers’ profitability,” said Shari Leachman from Saskatchewan with Big Gully Farms. “Each family represented the state with a high standard of practicality, professionalism, hospitality, and industry foresight.”Suzanne Ryan-Numrich, international trade director at KDA, highlighted the significance of the trade relationship with Canada. “This trade mission was the direct result of an outbound trade mission to Canadian Western Agribition last fall,” she said. “It highlights the growing interest in beef genetics and the potential for cross-border partnerships in the beef industry. Through these trade missions, Kansans have had the opportunity to market purebred beef cattle and expand their global networks.”Supporting all facets of agriculture is central to KDA’s mission, including facilitating opportunities for producers to market and sell beef genetics both domestically and internationally. These missions were made possible through KDA’s membership in U.S. Livestock Genetics Export, Inc. (USLGE) with USDA Market Access Program funding.

Beef Genetics Trade Team from Canada visits Kansas

Here’s the latest booking activity from the Reno County Jail. This information is provided by the Reno County Sheriff’s Office and is not criminal history. The Hutch Post assumes no legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, or completeness, of this information. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.&nbsp;——————————————&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

11/3/2024 2:39 AM-Desirea	Nicole Larralde-Driving while license cancelled/suspended/revoked; misd; unknown conv

11/2/2024 9:30 PM-Madison	Lynn Sell-DUI; 1st conv; blood or breath .08 or higher; Alcohol; Illegal Transportation of Alcoholic Beverage&nbsp;

11/2/2024 2:26 PM-Venancio	Espinoza Vigil Sr.-Failure to Appear

11/2/2024 10:06 AM-Russell	Lee Reese II-Driving while license cancelled/suspended/revoked; misd; unknown conv&nbsp;

11/2/2024 8:45 AM-Jaden	Lee Bergen-Domestic Battery; Knowing or Reckless Bodily Harm (1st conviction); Criminal Damage to Property; Without consent; &lt; $1,000&nbsp;

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 </figure>Here’s the latest booking activity from the Reno County Jail. This information is provided by the Reno County Sheriff’s Office and is not criminal history. The Hutch Post assumes no legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, or completeness, of this information. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.&nbsp;——————————————&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;11/3/2024 2:39 AM-Desirea	Nicole Larralde-Driving while license cancelled/suspended/revoked; misd; unknown conv11/2/2024 9:30 PM-Madison	Lynn Sell-DUI; 1st conv; blood or breath .08 or higher; Alcohol; Illegal Transportation of Alcoholic Beverage&nbsp;11/2/2024 2:26 PM-Venancio	Espinoza Vigil Sr.-Failure to Appear11/2/2024 10:06 AM-Russell	Lee Reese II-Driving while license cancelled/suspended/revoked; misd; unknown conv&nbsp;11/2/2024 8:45 AM-Jaden	Lee Bergen-Domestic Battery; Knowing or Reckless Bodily Harm (1st conviction); Criminal Damage to Property; Without consent; &lt; $1,000&nbsp;

Country 102.9's&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.facebook.com/patjames/">Pat James</a>&nbsp;brings you some ideas on events to attend this weekend around the Hutchinson area. Click the play button to listen.&nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Country 102.9's&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.facebook.com/patjames/">Pat James</a>&nbsp;brings you some ideas on events to attend this weekend around the Hutchinson area. Click the play button to listen.&nbsp; &nbsp;<div><iframe title="🎧 LISTEN: 'Happening Around Hutch' this weekend (Nov. 2-3)" allowtransparency="true" height="150" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:150px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=wpzrw-1727719-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=60a0c8&font-color=&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=ff6d00" loading="lazy"></iframe></div><a target="_blank" href="https://hutchpost.com/category/podcasts">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to listen to more Hutch Post podcasts on demand!<a target="_blank" href="https://hutchpost.com/pages/community-calendar">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to submit an event for this podcast or to see area events listed on the Visit Hutch Event Calendar.

🎧 LISTEN: 'Happening Around Hutch' this weekend

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Rotary Club announced Friday that their speaker for Monday Nov. 4 is Enrico Villegas, Hutchinson City Manager. The event is at noon at the Stringer Fine Arts Center on the campus of Hutchinson Community College. The public is invited to attend.

Villegas brings a wealth of experience in municipal management and infrastructure development to his new role. As the Assistant City Manager/Public Works &amp; IT Director for the City of Warrensburg, MO, and previously as a Project Manager for the City of Lawrence, KS, he has led numerous innovative projects focusing on road reconstruction, sewer upgrades, and broadband initiatives. 

His commitment to collaboration, efficiency, and community engagement has consistently delivered results.

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 </figure>Hutchinson Rotary ClubHUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Rotary Club announced Friday that their speaker for Monday Nov. 4 is Enrico Villegas, Hutchinson City Manager. The event is at noon at the Stringer Fine Arts Center on the campus of Hutchinson Community College. The public is invited to attend.Villegas brings a wealth of experience in municipal management and infrastructure development to his new role. As the Assistant City Manager/Public Works &amp; IT Director for the City of Warrensburg, MO, and previously as a Project Manager for the City of Lawrence, KS, he has led numerous innovative projects focusing on road reconstruction, sewer upgrades, and broadband initiatives. His commitment to collaboration, efficiency, and community engagement has consistently delivered results.

City Manager to speak to Rotary

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson City Council will consider a proposal from the Wichita YMCA to&nbsp;issue Industrial Revenue Bonds (IRB’s) for the purpose of acquisition, construction, furnishing and equipping a recreational facility to be operated by the YMCA at 20th and Lorraine. 

According to agenda documents, the estimated amount of the proposed IRB’s is $36,000,000. The project is an approximately 75,000 square foot health, wellness, and fitness facility to replace the one at 716 E 13th Ave. 

The planned YMCA will include a first-class destination aquatics center, indoor track, gymnasium, expanded gymnastics center, fitness center with studios, community room, additional spaces for families to connect, programs that provide safe spaces for youth, and a planned childcare center.

If the proposed IRB’s are issued, the City will become the leaseholder of the property and Greater Wichita YMCA will be the lessee. The City is not responsible for any of the expenses related to the property. Debt service payments are also the sole responsibility of Greater Wichita YMCA. No City funds or taxes are to be used to make debt service payments. In addition, Greater Wichita&nbsp;YMCA is responsible for paying the City’s expenses related to reviewing the bond documents and issuance of the IRB’s.

The Hutchinson City Council meets at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday at City Hall.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson City Council will consider a proposal from the Wichita YMCA to&nbsp;issue Industrial Revenue Bonds (IRB’s) for the purpose of acquisition, construction, furnishing and equipping a recreational facility to be operated by the YMCA at 20th and Lorraine. According to agenda documents, the estimated amount of the proposed IRB’s is $36,000,000. The project is an approximately 75,000 square foot health, wellness, and fitness facility to replace the one at 716 E 13th Ave. The planned YMCA will include a first-class destination aquatics center, indoor track, gymnasium, expanded gymnastics center, fitness center with studios, community room, additional spaces for families to connect, programs that provide safe spaces for youth, and a planned childcare center.If the proposed IRB’s are issued, the City will become the leaseholder of the property and Greater Wichita YMCA will be the lessee. The City is not responsible for any of the expenses related to the property. Debt service payments are also the sole responsibility of Greater Wichita YMCA. No City funds or taxes are to be used to make debt service payments. In addition, Greater Wichita&nbsp;YMCA is responsible for paying the City’s expenses related to reviewing the bond documents and issuance of the IRB’s.The Hutchinson City Council meets at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday at City Hall.

IRBs for new YMCA on City Council agenda

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Join the Hutchinson Art Center on Saturday, Nov. 16 for make-and-take art classes at the Hutchinson Art Center.

This is an opportunity for children aged 6 through 12 to create their own work of art!

Students will be divided into two groups: Group A from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. and Group B from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., with each group covering different skills. Each group art class costs $8 per child.

We will soon experience the time change that brings on darkness sooner and makes nights longer so the artists are getting ready for a nighttime adventure with this “Flashlight Fantasia” project!

Groups A and B will draw a magical nightscape filled with nocturnal creatures using black sharpies on a transparent sleeve. Then, students will watch as their artwork comes to life when they slip in a black paper backdrop and use their own paper flashlight to cast a glowing beam of light across their scene. This creative journey lets students light up their imagination and see their nighttime world shine brightly! Students will be introduced to a variety of real nocturnal animals, practice drawing figures and landscapes using pencil first, then tracing with sharpies. Students will design and color their own flashlight, using scissors and glue to assemble.

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 </figure>Hutchinson Art CenterHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Join the Hutchinson Art Center on Saturday, Nov. 16 for make-and-take art classes at the Hutchinson Art Center.This is an opportunity for children aged 6 through 12 to create their own work of art!Students will be divided into two groups: Group A from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. and Group B from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., with each group covering different skills. Each group art class costs $8 per child.November's theme is Night and Light!We will soon experience the time change that brings on darkness sooner and makes nights longer so the artists are getting ready for a nighttime adventure with this “Flashlight Fantasia” project!Groups A and B will draw a magical nightscape filled with nocturnal creatures using black sharpies on a transparent sleeve. Then, students will watch as their artwork comes to life when they slip in a black paper backdrop and use their own paper flashlight to cast a glowing beam of light across their scene. This creative journey lets students light up their imagination and see their nighttime world shine brightly! Students will be introduced to a variety of real nocturnal animals, practice drawing figures and landscapes using pencil first, then tracing with sharpies. Students will design and color their own flashlight, using scissors and glue to assemble.Parents and guardians are encouraged to sign up their child for either Group A or Group B depending on skill level and interest. In general, the Group A project is simpler and aimed toward children aged 6-7, while the Group B project is a bit more complex and is aimed toward children aged 8-12.You can register online. Registration is limited to 15 students/group per month and closes Friday, November 15th at 5:00 p.m.

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