HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The undefeated national champion Hutchinson Community College Blue Dragons (37-0) returned home Tuesday night.

<a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/03303cb3-2957-412e-92a1-33edbc221ecf">The women's basketball team defeated defending champion Northwest Florida State Monday night in Casper, Wyoming.</a>

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The undefeated national champion Hutchinson Community College Blue Dragons (37-0) returned home Tuesday night.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/03303cb3-2957-412e-92a1-33edbc221ecf">The women's basketball team defeated defending champion Northwest Florida State Monday night in Casper, Wyoming.</a><div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?height=317&href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FHutchPost%2Fvideos%2F383504397926644%2F&show_text=false&width=560&t=0" width="560" height="317" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowFullScreen="true"></iframe></div><div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?height=314&href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FHutchPost%2Fvideos%2F258813677319396%2F&show_text=false&width=560&t=0" width="560" height="314" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowFullScreen="true"></iframe></div><div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?height=317&href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FHutchPost%2Fvideos%2F280184391799191%2F&show_text=false&width=560&t=0" width="560" height="317" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowFullScreen="true"></iframe></div><figure>
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🎥 Champs return home

PARTRIDGE, Kan. — According to Reno County Emergency Management, a fire at a home in Partridge Tuesday morning destroyed the building.

Fire Administrator Travis Vogt said in a social media post that crews were called out just after 4 a.m. to 3 North Reno Street in Partridge. When crews from Fire Districts 4, 3 and 8 arrived, they found a working fire in the northeast part of the home. The fire extended into the attic space and the strong north winds caused it to spread too quickly to be attacked from the inside.

The City of Partridge does not have hydrants or a water supply, so water had to be hauled to the scene. Tender trucks from Fire Districts 6 and 9 and Pretty Prairie were called in. In all, seven 3000 gallon tenders were used to supply water to the scene.

Due to hoarding conditions in the home and the collapse of the home's roof, all crews could do once the fire was out is call in an excavator from Miller Earthworks to level the home.&nbsp;

The Reno County Sheriff's Office and the Reno County Fire Administrator investigated to determine a cause of the fire. Three occupants were in the home at the time of the fire and got out safely thanks to working smoke detectors. The fire is being classified as accidental from careless smoking.

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 </figure>PARTRIDGE, Kan. — According to Reno County Emergency Management, a fire at a home in Partridge Tuesday morning destroyed the building.Fire Administrator Travis Vogt said in a social media post that crews were called out just after 4 a.m. to 3 North Reno Street in Partridge. When crews from Fire Districts 4, 3 and 8 arrived, they found a working fire in the northeast part of the home. The fire extended into the attic space and the strong north winds caused it to spread too quickly to be attacked from the inside.The City of Partridge does not have hydrants or a water supply, so water had to be hauled to the scene. Tender trucks from Fire Districts 6 and 9 and Pretty Prairie were called in. In all, seven 3000 gallon tenders were used to supply water to the scene.Due to hoarding conditions in the home and the collapse of the home's roof, all crews could do once the fire was out is call in an excavator from Miller Earthworks to level the home.&nbsp;The Reno County Sheriff's Office and the Reno County Fire Administrator investigated to determine a cause of the fire. Three occupants were in the home at the time of the fire and got out safely thanks to working smoke detectors. The fire is being classified as accidental from careless smoking.<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;

Tuesday fire in Partridge displaces three

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STERLING, Kan. — KMW Ltd, a leading manufacturer of loaders, backhoes, and attachments, is pleased to announce that they are growing. Plans for building new facilities situated in Sterling, Kansas, are well underway. The new construction will include 430,000+ square feet under roof, located on a new 150-acre site near the new highway interchange in Sterling. This expansion will result in KMW growing to employ approximately 450 people when fully completed.

Beginning in 1965 as Ark Manufacturing Co., originally KMW produced trailers for hauling swathers and soil packers. Small lawn and garden loaders were added in 1968, an early indication of what the future KMW would become. Over the years, KMW made the shift to focus more on its loader and backhoe lines as the company grew.

Under the leadership of the current CEO, Wayne Buchberger, who took over KMW during the pandemic in 2020, there has been strategic acceleration of our growth. In this period KMW has been expanding its product lines and customer base. KMW and its team currently produce loader models ranging from 45-380 hp, a solid line of backhoes, and multiple loader attachments across three locations. The purchase of KMW by Agrostroj Pelhřimov in July of 2021 was pivotal with their strong support of KMW’s growth and team here in the USA. This expansion would not have been possible without their support.

For over 50 years KMW has designed, manufactured, and assembled our products in the USA. “As a company, we appreciate and value our Mid-American roots and the diligence and steadiness of our workforce. KMW is grateful for, and strives to stay true to, our Midwest Kansas ideals and heritage, helping to propel our continued growth. Our products embody the excellence of the KMW team and inspire pride in our customers.” says CEO, Wayne Buchberger, adding “Those factors made the decision to stay in our hometown a natural fit despite the strong interest in becoming our new headquarters expressed by other locations around the country.”

The size of the land acquisition ensures room for the growth of not only KMW but the entire Agrostroj Group long into the future. In addition to current KMW products we will continue to expand our manufacturing and sales activities for both our current and new OEM partners, meeting their needs in the North American market for many years to come. “With even greater capabilities and using state-ofthe-art machinery and automation, we look forward to making the new KMW headquarters a growing show piece for the state of Kansas” states Agrostroj Group owner, Lubomir Stoklasek. This is an exciting new chapter for our company. We are pleased at the strong possibilities this expansion affords us, allowing KMW to increase production capacity to even higher levels.

KMW currently employs just under 200 individuals across their 3 locations.

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 </figure>KMW Ltd.STERLING, Kan. — KMW Ltd, a leading manufacturer of loaders, backhoes, and attachments, is pleased to announce that they are growing. Plans for building new facilities situated in Sterling, Kansas, are well underway. The new construction will include 430,000+ square feet under roof, located on a new 150-acre site near the new highway interchange in Sterling. This expansion will result in KMW growing to employ approximately 450 people when fully completed.Beginning in 1965 as Ark Manufacturing Co., originally KMW produced trailers for hauling swathers and soil packers. Small lawn and garden loaders were added in 1968, an early indication of what the future KMW would become. Over the years, KMW made the shift to focus more on its loader and backhoe lines as the company grew.Under the leadership of the current CEO, Wayne Buchberger, who took over KMW during the pandemic in 2020, there has been strategic acceleration of our growth. In this period KMW has been expanding its product lines and customer base. KMW and its team currently produce loader models ranging from 45-380 hp, a solid line of backhoes, and multiple loader attachments across three locations. The purchase of KMW by Agrostroj Pelhřimov in July of 2021 was pivotal with their strong support of KMW’s growth and team here in the USA. This expansion would not have been possible without their support.For over 50 years KMW has designed, manufactured, and assembled our products in the USA. “As a company, we appreciate and value our Mid-American roots and the diligence and steadiness of our workforce. KMW is grateful for, and strives to stay true to, our Midwest Kansas ideals and heritage, helping to propel our continued growth. Our products embody the excellence of the KMW team and inspire pride in our customers.” says CEO, Wayne Buchberger, adding “Those factors made the decision to stay in our hometown a natural fit despite the strong interest in becoming our new headquarters expressed by other locations around the country.”The size of the land acquisition ensures room for the growth of not only KMW but the entire Agrostroj Group long into the future. In addition to current KMW products we will continue to expand our manufacturing and sales activities for both our current and new OEM partners, meeting their needs in the North American market for many years to come. “With even greater capabilities and using state-ofthe-art machinery and automation, we look forward to making the new KMW headquarters a growing show piece for the state of Kansas” states Agrostroj Group owner, Lubomir Stoklasek. This is an exciting new chapter for our company. We are pleased at the strong possibilities this expansion affords us, allowing KMW to increase production capacity to even higher levels.KMW currently employs just under 200 individuals across their 3 locations.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Sterling loader and backhoe manufacturer to expand

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Brad Shores with engineering consultant JEO spoke to the Hutchinson City Council at their meeting on Tuesday on the intersection at 30th and Halstead.

"We really need that to be what is called split-phase," Shores said. "Basically, all of east has to go, right, through and left, then all of westbound has to go right, through and left. We cannot have the left turns happening at the same time. It's not safe because of the way the intersection is set up today."

 With the new pole going up this week and the new controls on order, once those are here, there will be a change in that light.

"Tomorrow, you're not going to see the change and the length increase," Clements said. "The next three to 12 weeks, once we get the parts and get that installed, that's when, all of a sudden, people are going to forget this conversation and it's going to be, why are we waiting longer at 30th and Halstead now?"

For council member Stacy Goss, getting this intersection fixed is really important.

"I almost died at that intersection when I was 15," Goss said. "I was actually in exactly what you described, but then, once you get hit, we T-boned the light post, which was metal. It still is metal. I was life flighted to Wichita."

The council gave consensus that they want to see the split-phase light work for a while before making decisions on whether to repaint between there and K-61 into three lanes, or expand to five lanes, or keep it the same.&nbsp;

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Brad Shores with engineering consultant JEO spoke to the Hutchinson City Council at their meeting on Tuesday on the intersection at 30th and Halstead."We really need that to be what is called split-phase," Shores said. "Basically, all of east has to go, right, through and left, then all of westbound has to go right, through and left. We cannot have the left turns happening at the same time. It's not safe because of the way the intersection is set up today." With the new pole going up this week and the new controls on order, once those are here, there will be a change in that light."Tomorrow, you're not going to see the change and the length increase," Clements said. "The next three to 12 weeks, once we get the parts and get that installed, that's when, all of a sudden, people are going to forget this conversation and it's going to be, why are we waiting longer at 30th and Halstead now?"For council member Stacy Goss, getting this intersection fixed is really important."I almost died at that intersection when I was 15," Goss said. "I was actually in exactly what you described, but then, once you get hit, we T-boned the light post, which was metal. It still is metal. I was life flighted to Wichita."The council gave consensus that they want to see the split-phase light work for a while before making decisions on whether to repaint between there and K-61 into three lanes, or expand to five lanes, or keep it the same.&nbsp;<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

30th and Halstead light will be longer

MANHATTAN —&nbsp;<a href="https://www.k-state.edu/105/" target="_blank">K-State 105</a>&nbsp;is partnering with&nbsp;<a href="https://www.startuphutch.com/" target="_blank">StartUp Hutch</a>&nbsp;to expand the entrepreneurial ecosystem and foster additional economic growth in Hutchinson and the Reno County region.

The K-State 105 partnership will help expand entrepreneurial services in Reno County by adding an Entrepreneur Navigator, or E-Navigator, to StartUp Hutch.

The E-Navigator will be a pilot program that connects and convenes local entrepreneurs, fosters collaborations and supports new ventures in Reno County.

"We truly believe that all communities can experience economic growth through strategies that start at the local level, and our new K-State 105 partnership with StartUp Hutch aims to do just that by taking an innovative approach with the local entrepreneurship program," said Jessica Gnad, K-State 105 director. "Through K-State 105, we are supporting entrepreneurs and small businesses across all 105 counties, and it's exciting to help this program expand in Reno County."

Through the partnership, StartUp Hutch will expand its services by hiring an additional staff member to help continue coordinating and executing entrepreneurship programs in the community.

"Taking an ecosystem approach creates more connections between existing service providers and also between existing and emerging entrepreneurs," said Jackson Swearer, executive director of StartUp Hutch. "This creates a more resilient system of entrepreneurship support and more points of entry into that system, expanding opportunities for more residents to enter entrepreneurship, which in turn creates more jobs and improved quality of life in communities."

Other partners involved include NetWork Kansas, Hutchinson Community College and K-State Research and Extension.

StartUp Hutch is part of the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.networkkansas.com/" target="_blank">NetWork Kansas</a>&nbsp;E-Community Program, short for Entrepreneurship Community, which is an initiative that involves 73 locations across the state that support entrepreneurial work. NetWork Kansas will monitor the program expansion at StartUp Hutch with the goal of replicating the program at other E-Community locations across the state.

"Since 2013 Reno County has been an E-Community partner of NetWork Kansas," said Ciara Miller, south central E-Community manager. "Over the years we have come alongside StartUp Hutch in their entrepreneur support efforts. We are excited for this new partnership with K-State 105 to see how intentional efforts to navigate entrepreneurs through the complicated ecosystem of starting or growing a business can provide economic growth to Reno County."

K-State also recently collaborated with StartUp Hutch and local economic development leaders at the recent&nbsp;<a href="https://www.k-state.edu/president/initiatives/regional-community-visits/schedule/reno-seward-counties/" target="_blank">Reno County community visit</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>K-State 105MANHATTAN —&nbsp;<a href="https://www.k-state.edu/105/" target="_blank">K-State 105</a>&nbsp;is partnering with&nbsp;<a href="https://www.startuphutch.com/" target="_blank">StartUp Hutch</a>&nbsp;to expand the entrepreneurial ecosystem and foster additional economic growth in Hutchinson and the Reno County region.The K-State 105 partnership will help expand entrepreneurial services in Reno County by adding an Entrepreneur Navigator, or E-Navigator, to StartUp Hutch.The E-Navigator will be a pilot program that connects and convenes local entrepreneurs, fosters collaborations and supports new ventures in Reno County."We truly believe that all communities can experience economic growth through strategies that start at the local level, and our new K-State 105 partnership with StartUp Hutch aims to do just that by taking an innovative approach with the local entrepreneurship program," said Jessica Gnad, K-State 105 director. "Through K-State 105, we are supporting entrepreneurs and small businesses across all 105 counties, and it's exciting to help this program expand in Reno County."Through the partnership, StartUp Hutch will expand its services by hiring an additional staff member to help continue coordinating and executing entrepreneurship programs in the community."Taking an ecosystem approach creates more connections between existing service providers and also between existing and emerging entrepreneurs," said Jackson Swearer, executive director of StartUp Hutch. "This creates a more resilient system of entrepreneurship support and more points of entry into that system, expanding opportunities for more residents to enter entrepreneurship, which in turn creates more jobs and improved quality of life in communities."Other partners involved include NetWork Kansas, Hutchinson Community College and K-State Research and Extension.StartUp Hutch is part of the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.networkkansas.com/" target="_blank">NetWork Kansas</a>&nbsp;E-Community Program, short for Entrepreneurship Community, which is an initiative that involves 73 locations across the state that support entrepreneurial work. NetWork Kansas will monitor the program expansion at StartUp Hutch with the goal of replicating the program at other E-Community locations across the state."Since 2013 Reno County has been an E-Community partner of NetWork Kansas," said Ciara Miller, south central E-Community manager. "Over the years we have come alongside StartUp Hutch in their entrepreneur support efforts. We are excited for this new partnership with K-State 105 to see how intentional efforts to navigate entrepreneurs through the complicated ecosystem of starting or growing a business can provide economic growth to Reno County."K-State also recently collaborated with StartUp Hutch and local economic development leaders at the recent&nbsp;<a href="https://www.k-state.edu/president/initiatives/regional-community-visits/schedule/reno-seward-counties/" target="_blank">Reno County community visit</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

StartUp Hutch to add staff, thanks to K-State 105

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — A grant request has been made to help pay for the bridge approximately 3/4 mile south of the city of Buhler, on Buhler Road. Former Buhler mayor and current County Commissioner Daniel Friesen publicly thanked Public Works Director Don Brittain last week for his work on the application.

"Don was instrumental in getting that done in a very short window," Friesen said. "He was also the one that gave me the tip that this might be an opportunity to solve a problem for the Buhler community that's been around for a long time."

During flooding events, Buhler is cut off from the rest of the county by flood water on two of its main roads. This causes a lot of problems.

"They include inability for our fire department to reach out into the county, because its based in Buhler, a very high increase in response time by EMS, which is based in Hutch. We have a nursing home, which has high risk individuals. It's frankly not fast enough the way it is, getting from Hutch to Buhler. Doubling that, at any time, is a risk to the community. Finally, our school children, Buhler is a unique school district, a very large district for the size of community we have. We send over 800 kids into the community every day. When they have to go north to, I think it's Arapahoe Road. If you know K-61, there's a curve there. It's a pretty dangerous intersection. Trying to shove a dozen buses and very poor drivers all through that intersection has been dangerous. There have been accidents during flooding events, because of all the traffic there."

Brittain, for his part, knew the solution was not simple, so he wanted to wait until there was a good chance to get help to try for it.

"The only way that you can fix this problem, is to build a bigger bridge so that, by raising the road, all the water will go under the bridge and not cause any additional rising upstream," Brittain said. "This is a very important project, but to replace the bridge that I knew I couldn't get a grant on, because it didn't meet the criteria of a grant, I couldn't support that, so the bridge wasn't ready to be replaced, as far as that goes. The bridge was misdesigned, the road was misdesigned, 82nd Road was misdesigned. That's very unfortunate that it's caused this problem. That should not exist. The people from Buhler should not have to leave this county to get to Hutchinson. That's what happens when we have this flooding. Now that we have a possibility of getting 80% of this paid for through a federal grant, now it does make sense. The bridge is at the age where it already has a weight limit on it now."

Brittain likes their chances for getting the federal grant for the bridge, but that still remains to be seen.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — A grant request has been made to help pay for the bridge approximately 3/4 mile south of the city of Buhler, on Buhler Road. Former Buhler mayor and current County Commissioner Daniel Friesen publicly thanked Public Works Director Don Brittain last week for his work on the application."Don was instrumental in getting that done in a very short window," Friesen said. "He was also the one that gave me the tip that this might be an opportunity to solve a problem for the Buhler community that's been around for a long time."During flooding events, Buhler is cut off from the rest of the county by flood water on two of its main roads. This causes a lot of problems."They include inability for our fire department to reach out into the county, because its based in Buhler, a very high increase in response time by EMS, which is based in Hutch. We have a nursing home, which has high risk individuals. It's frankly not fast enough the way it is, getting from Hutch to Buhler. Doubling that, at any time, is a risk to the community. Finally, our school children, Buhler is a unique school district, a very large district for the size of community we have. We send over 800 kids into the community every day. When they have to go north to, I think it's Arapahoe Road. If you know K-61, there's a curve there. It's a pretty dangerous intersection. Trying to shove a dozen buses and very poor drivers all through that intersection has been dangerous. There have been accidents during flooding events, because of all the traffic there."Brittain, for his part, knew the solution was not simple, so he wanted to wait until there was a good chance to get help to try for it."The only way that you can fix this problem, is to build a bigger bridge so that, by raising the road, all the water will go under the bridge and not cause any additional rising upstream," Brittain said. "This is a very important project, but to replace the bridge that I knew I couldn't get a grant on, because it didn't meet the criteria of a grant, I couldn't support that, so the bridge wasn't ready to be replaced, as far as that goes. The bridge was misdesigned, the road was misdesigned, 82nd Road was misdesigned. That's very unfortunate that it's caused this problem. That should not exist. The people from Buhler should not have to leave this county to get to Hutchinson. That's what happens when we have this flooding. Now that we have a possibility of getting 80% of this paid for through a federal grant, now it does make sense. The bridge is at the age where it already has a weight limit on it now."Brittain likes their chances for getting the federal grant for the bridge, but that still remains to be seen.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

County seeking grant for Buhler Road bridge

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — For the fourth year, Hutchinson Career and Technical Education Academy, Hutchinson Community College, USD 308 and Greater Hutch, an Economic Development Partnership for Reno County, are collaborating to host Signing Day on Tuesday, May 7th, 2024 at HC&amp;TEA.

Just as we value athletes who commit to play a college sport, the signing day ceremony is designed to honor students who are entering a technical field and emphasize the importance of their career choice. On the day of the event, high school students, parents, instructors, administration, counselors, industry partners, potential employers, local and government officials will celebrate as students join their peers to commit to their future technical program pathway of choice.

The ceremony will be held from 9 to 10 a.m. with an employer fair from 10 to 11 a.m. A limited number of employers may exhibit at the event. Employers who wish to have a booth for the career fair should contact Lauren Storm at laurens@hutchchamber.com.

For questions or more information contact Lauren Storm at 620-662-3391 or <a href="mailto:laurens@hutchchamber.com">laurens@hutchchamber.com</a>.

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 </figure>Greater HutchHUTCHINSON, Kan. — For the fourth year, Hutchinson Career and Technical Education Academy, Hutchinson Community College, USD 308 and Greater Hutch, an Economic Development Partnership for Reno County, are collaborating to host Signing Day on Tuesday, May 7th, 2024 at HC&amp;TEA.Just as we value athletes who commit to play a college sport, the signing day ceremony is designed to honor students who are entering a technical field and emphasize the importance of their career choice. On the day of the event, high school students, parents, instructors, administration, counselors, industry partners, potential employers, local and government officials will celebrate as students join their peers to commit to their future technical program pathway of choice.The ceremony will be held from 9 to 10 a.m. with an employer fair from 10 to 11 a.m. A limited number of employers may exhibit at the event. Employers who wish to have a booth for the career fair should contact Lauren Storm at laurens@hutchchamber.com.For questions or more information contact Lauren Storm at 620-662-3391 or <a href="mailto:laurens@hutchchamber.com">laurens@hutchchamber.com</a>.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Signing Day set for May 7

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Former Buhler High standout Bradley Neill, currently a sophomore at HutchCC, announced via social media that's he's committed to Pittsburg State University to continue his baseball career. 

Thus far, Neill is having a stellar sophomore campaign with 8 appearances, over 34 innings pitched and an era of 1.30.  He is 5-0 as a starter with a save. 

 Neill tossed a one hit shutout against Butler earlier this year and was named the week 7 Jayhawk Conference pitcher of the week. 

 He is the son of John and Wendy Neill.   John Neill is the head baseball coach at Buhler.  Earlier this year, Bradley's brother Jeffrey, who's currently a senior at Buhler, committed to play baseball at HutchCC next season.

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 </figure>ROB DREHER Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Former Buhler High standout Bradley Neill, currently a sophomore at HutchCC, announced via social media that's he's committed to Pittsburg State University to continue his baseball career. Thus far, Neill is having a stellar sophomore campaign with 8 appearances, over 34 innings pitched and an era of 1.30. He is 5-0 as a starter with a save. Neill tossed a one hit shutout against Butler earlier this year and was named the week 7 Jayhawk Conference pitcher of the week. He is the son of John and Wendy Neill. John Neill is the head baseball coach at Buhler. Earlier this year, Bradley's brother Jeffrey, who's currently a senior at Buhler, committed to play baseball at HutchCC next season.

⚾ Bradley Neill headed to Pitt State

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Community Foundation Match Day is your big, bold opportunity to help 38 nonprofits grow their endowments exponentially. 

From 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. May 1 at the Wiley Building in Downtown Hutchinson, or from midnight to 11:59 p.m. online at hutchcf.org, you can create even greater change in Reno County by giving to your favorite local nonprofit endowments!

The more you give in person or online on May 1, the more nonprofits receive from Hutchinson Community Foundation's $100,000 matching pool. The match pool will be divided among organizations in proportion to the total amount raised, and they can earn up to 20 percent of the pool ($20,000) if contributions that day equal 20 percent or more of the total amount raised.

Cash, credit cards and checks made payable to Hutchinson Community Foundation and dated May 1 will be accepted.

After you finish making your donation at the Wiley Building, join in the fun with arts, crafts and placemaking activities and music and food from local eateries. As extra incentive to come to the Wiley, hourly prize grants will be given throughout the day, drawn from the previous hour’s donors contributing in person. Your favorite nonprofits can also earn prize grants if they have the most individual donors.

Can’t make it to the Wiley? No problem. Remember, you can make a donation online from midnight to 11:59 p.m. that day at hutchcf.org.

Donations are tax deductible and can be divided among multiple organizations.

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 </figure>Hutchinson Community FoundationHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Community Foundation Match Day is your big, bold opportunity to help 38 nonprofits grow their endowments exponentially. From 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. May 1 at the Wiley Building in Downtown Hutchinson, or from midnight to 11:59 p.m. online at hutchcf.org, you can create even greater change in Reno County by giving to your favorite local nonprofit endowments!The more you give in person or online on May 1, the more nonprofits receive from Hutchinson Community Foundation's $100,000 matching pool. The match pool will be divided among organizations in proportion to the total amount raised, and they can earn up to 20 percent of the pool ($20,000) if contributions that day equal 20 percent or more of the total amount raised.Cash, credit cards and checks made payable to Hutchinson Community Foundation and dated May 1 will be accepted.After you finish making your donation at the Wiley Building, join in the fun with arts, crafts and placemaking activities and music and food from local eateries. As extra incentive to come to the Wiley, hourly prize grants will be given throughout the day, drawn from the previous hour’s donors contributing in person. Your favorite nonprofits can also earn prize grants if they have the most individual donors.Can’t make it to the Wiley? No problem. Remember, you can make a donation online from midnight to 11:59 p.m. that day at hutchcf.org.Donations are tax deductible and can be divided among multiple organizations.<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;

Hutchinson Community Foundation Match Day is May 1

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Superior Boiler announced that at its recent board meetings, Don Whitman was promoted to President &amp; CEO for Superior Boiler, LLC. Doug Wright moves into the role of Chairman. Superior Boiler, LLC, is the operating entity where the company’s industrial watertube boiler product lines reside. It is recognized as a significant division of Superior Holding, Inc. Wright remains in his current role as President &amp; CEO of Superior Holding, Inc.

Whitman has extensive and broad industrial boiler industry experience. He oversaw Superior’s successful relocation of its Richmond, Virginia, operations to Hutchinson in 2020. Over the past few years, Whitman has helped lead considerable division growth while improving operations within the business.

Superior also has promoted Tim Zies to Vice President of Operations for Superior Boiler, LLC. Zies, who has been in increasing roles of responsibility since his arrival at Superior Boiler in 2015, most recently was Director of Operations and Assistant General Manager.

“I am extremely excited to have Don and Tim move into these important roles, which both have earned,” Wright said. “Don has done a tremendous job in all phases of running the business and steadily improved the contributions of our watertube boiler business to the company as a whole. He will have broad authority to operate and run the business and continue to execute on our growth strategies for this important product line. Tim has been a consistent contributor to the company’s success and can always be counted on to assist in any situation he is called upon to help with. He believes strongly in supporting our customers and helping our employees succeed in their roles.”&nbsp; 

Superior Holding is the parent company of Hutchinson, Kansas-based Superior Boiler Technologies, Inc. and Superior Boiler, LLC. Superior Boiler provides engineered energy solutions and is a leader in clean air emissions technology. The company manufactures industrial watertube and flextube boilers, scotch marine and vertical firetube boilers for process steam, hot water and waste heat recovery and high-efficiency hot water condensing boilers. In addition to boilers, Superior Boiler manufactures a full complement of boiler room equipment items and parts and provides 24-hour service. In business since 1917, the company has shipped more than 21,000 boilers throughout the United States and worldwide, and its commitment to unparalleled quality has produced the most dependable boilers available. Superior Boiler employs over 175 people at its Hutchinson locations. For more information, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.superiorboiler.com/" target="_blank">superiorboiler.com</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Superior BoilerHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Superior Boiler announced that at its recent board meetings, Don Whitman was promoted to President &amp; CEO for Superior Boiler, LLC. Doug Wright moves into the role of Chairman. Superior Boiler, LLC, is the operating entity where the company’s industrial watertube boiler product lines reside. It is recognized as a significant division of Superior Holding, Inc. Wright remains in his current role as President &amp; CEO of Superior Holding, Inc.<figure>
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 </figure>Whitman has extensive and broad industrial boiler industry experience. He oversaw Superior’s successful relocation of its Richmond, Virginia, operations to Hutchinson in 2020. Over the past few years, Whitman has helped lead considerable division growth while improving operations within the business.Superior also has promoted Tim Zies to Vice President of Operations for Superior Boiler, LLC. Zies, who has been in increasing roles of responsibility since his arrival at Superior Boiler in 2015, most recently was Director of Operations and Assistant General Manager.<figure>
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 </figure>“I am extremely excited to have Don and Tim move into these important roles, which both have earned,” Wright said. “Don has done a tremendous job in all phases of running the business and steadily improved the contributions of our watertube boiler business to the company as a whole. He will have broad authority to operate and run the business and continue to execute on our growth strategies for this important product line. Tim has been a consistent contributor to the company’s success and can always be counted on to assist in any situation he is called upon to help with. He believes strongly in supporting our customers and helping our employees succeed in their roles.”&nbsp; Superior Holding is the parent company of Hutchinson, Kansas-based Superior Boiler Technologies, Inc. and Superior Boiler, LLC. Superior Boiler provides engineered energy solutions and is a leader in clean air emissions technology. The company manufactures industrial watertube and flextube boilers, scotch marine and vertical firetube boilers for process steam, hot water and waste heat recovery and high-efficiency hot water condensing boilers. In addition to boilers, Superior Boiler manufactures a full complement of boiler room equipment items and parts and provides 24-hour service. In business since 1917, the company has shipped more than 21,000 boilers throughout the United States and worldwide, and its commitment to unparalleled quality has produced the most dependable boilers available. Superior Boiler employs over 175 people at its Hutchinson locations. For more information, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.superiorboiler.com/" target="_blank">superiorboiler.com</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Superior Boiler announces leadership changes

Glenn Brunkow, Pottawatomie County farmer and rancher

We have crossed the invisible threshold into spring. While Mother Nature may not be as sure, and we will have some days that feel like winter, we are in the home stretch of the wintry weather and warmer days are ahead.

Those of us in agriculture know that those warmer days mean longer days. Our busy days are just ahead of us, and they come with long hours. Let us face it, our workload is grueling in the spring. I know it is what we all live for but that does not make it any less demanding.

We have also all heard that farming and ranching are among the most dangerous professions in the world, right after coal mining. We all know someone who has been the victim of a farm accident, and if it has not been us, we have all had those instances when we had a near miss.

I do not care how careful you are – all it takes is a split second for an accident to happen. Now mix in long hours, fatigue and being in a rush to get ahead of the weather and the chances of an accident increase dramatically. I know because I was involved in an accident this winter.

I do not want to get into the details, I relive them often enough as it is. No permanent injury occurred, but it could have been much worse. That is what haunts me yet. It was a split second. My brain was screaming at me that the situation was bad, but I could not do anything about it.

Like most accidents this one was preventable and should never have happened. I like to think I am a safe operator. I taught tractor safety for years. I know better. None of that matters in the instant an accident happens.

Can we prevent all accidents? That answer, unfortunately, is no. Parts break, unexpected things happen but we can do our best to make sure that we are as prepared as we can be. Remember to rest. I would guess fatigue causes a significant percentage of all farm accidents. We all think we are superhuman and we can just push through when the reality is just a few minutes of rest can be a life saver.

The other factor is being in a rush. So much of what we do is dependent on the weather and timing. We always feel rushed to plant, work ground, bale hay, harvest, the list goes on. Being in a hurry is the hardest thing to correct. That clock in our brain is telling us to hurry up, and that is when the accident happens. Take a deep breath and slow down. Those extra moments will not make a significant difference on the crop, but they could save your life.

I am grateful the accident I was involved in was not as bad as it could have been, and I send up a prayer of thanks every day for that. It was a warning. One I’m sharing with all my fellow farmers and ranchers. So, this spring, slow down, rest when you need to and, please, stay safe.

"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.

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 </figure>Glenn Brunkow, Pottawatomie County farmer and rancherWe have crossed the invisible threshold into spring. While Mother Nature may not be as sure, and we will have some days that feel like winter, we are in the home stretch of the wintry weather and warmer days are ahead.Those of us in agriculture know that those warmer days mean longer days. Our busy days are just ahead of us, and they come with long hours. Let us face it, our workload is grueling in the spring. I know it is what we all live for but that does not make it any less demanding.We have also all heard that farming and ranching are among the most dangerous professions in the world, right after coal mining. We all know someone who has been the victim of a farm accident, and if it has not been us, we have all had those instances when we had a near miss.I do not care how careful you are – all it takes is a split second for an accident to happen. Now mix in long hours, fatigue and being in a rush to get ahead of the weather and the chances of an accident increase dramatically. I know because I was involved in an accident this winter.I do not want to get into the details, I relive them often enough as it is. No permanent injury occurred, but it could have been much worse. That is what haunts me yet. It was a split second. My brain was screaming at me that the situation was bad, but I could not do anything about it.Like most accidents this one was preventable and should never have happened. I like to think I am a safe operator. I taught tractor safety for years. I know better. None of that matters in the instant an accident happens.Can we prevent all accidents? That answer, unfortunately, is no. Parts break, unexpected things happen but we can do our best to make sure that we are as prepared as we can be. Remember to rest. I would guess fatigue causes a significant percentage of all farm accidents. We all think we are superhuman and we can just push through when the reality is just a few minutes of rest can be a life saver.The other factor is being in a rush. So much of what we do is dependent on the weather and timing. We always feel rushed to plant, work ground, bale hay, harvest, the list goes on. Being in a hurry is the hardest thing to correct. That clock in our brain is telling us to hurry up, and that is when the accident happens. Take a deep breath and slow down. Those extra moments will not make a significant difference on the crop, but they could save your life.I am grateful the accident I was involved in was not as bad as it could have been, and I send up a prayer of thanks every day for that. It was a warning. One I’m sharing with all my fellow farmers and ranchers. So, this spring, slow down, rest when you need to and, please, stay safe."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 © 2024 Kansas Farm Bureau, All rights reserved.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Insight: Staying safe on the farm

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;

4/1/2024 11:59 PM-Jacob	Charles Kerr-DUI; 1st; comp ev blood/breath .08+; child pres; Reckless Driving

4/1/2024 11:07 PM-Mindy	Marie Nelson-Failure to Appear

4/1/2024 6:46 PM-Lionel Reyes Santos-Registration Violation; No/Expired License Plate; Registration Violation; Display or Possess a False, Cancelled, Suspended or Revoked Title, Plate, Decal, Placard; Driving while license cancelled/suspended/revoked; misd; unknown conv

4/1/2024 6:27 PM-Chelsea	Lynn Kramer-Direct Contempt

4/1/2024 3:55 PM-Randi	Jo Waddell-DUI; 1st conv; comp evidence of blood/breath .08+; Insurance; Fail to Show Proof of Liability Insurance&nbsp;

4/1/2024 3:12 PM-Hayward	Paul	Mckoy Jr.-DL Violation; No Drivers License; DL Violation; Drive While Habitual Violator

4/1/2024 12:25 PM-Roy	Lee Pinkston-Violation of conditions of release, on parole, conditional release or postrelease supervision

4/1/2024 8:39 AM-Dayson	Josue Mejia Ramirez-DL Violation; No Drivers License

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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;4/1/2024 11:59 PM-Jacob	Charles Kerr-DUI; 1st; comp ev blood/breath .08+; child pres; Reckless Driving4/1/2024 11:07 PM-Mindy	Marie Nelson-Failure to Appear4/1/2024 6:46 PM-Lionel Reyes Santos-Registration Violation; No/Expired License Plate; Registration Violation; Display or Possess a False, Cancelled, Suspended or Revoked Title, Plate, Decal, Placard; Driving while license cancelled/suspended/revoked; misd; unknown conv4/1/2024 6:27 PM-Chelsea	Lynn Kramer-Direct Contempt4/1/2024 3:55 PM-Randi	Jo Waddell-DUI; 1st conv; comp evidence of blood/breath .08+; Insurance; Fail to Show Proof of Liability Insurance&nbsp;4/1/2024 3:12 PM-Hayward	Paul	Mckoy Jr.-DL Violation; No Drivers License; DL Violation; Drive While Habitual Violator4/1/2024 12:25 PM-Roy	Lee Pinkston-Violation of conditions of release, on parole, conditional release or postrelease supervision4/1/2024 8:39 AM-Dayson	Josue Mejia Ramirez-DL Violation; No Drivers License

Daily Bookings

HARVEY COUNTY —No April Fool's joke Monday in Harvey County. According to a social media report from Kansas Highway Patrol Trooper Chad Crittenden, Master Trooper Morris stopped a motorist on Highway 50 in Harvey County for driving 95mph over the posted speed limit.

In February,  KHP Lieutenant Craig Davis had an encounter with a 2011 BMW on Interstate 70, checking its speed at 151 mph, 76 mph over the speed limit, according to a social media report from the KHP.

During approximately the same week, the Kansas Highway Patrol reported two traffic stops for 100-plus miles per hour within 6 miles in the same afternoon, and both vehicles had children in the car, according to a social media report.

The resulting fine for Lieutenant Davis's efforts on alone amounted to $993, not including the second ticket from police.&nbsp; Trooper Morris did not report the amount of the fine for the driver on Monday.

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 </figure>HARVEY COUNTY —No April Fool's joke Monday in Harvey County. According to a social media report from Kansas Highway Patrol Trooper Chad Crittenden, Master Trooper Morris stopped a motorist on Highway 50 in Harvey County for driving 95mph over the posted speed limit.In February, KHP Lieutenant Craig Davis had an encounter with a 2011 BMW on Interstate 70, checking its speed at 151 mph, 76 mph over the speed limit, according to a social media report from the KHP.During approximately the same week, the Kansas Highway Patrol reported two traffic stops for 100-plus miles per hour within 6 miles in the same afternoon, and both vehicles had children in the car, according to a social media report.The resulting fine for Lieutenant Davis's efforts on alone amounted to $993, not including the second ticket from police.&nbsp; Trooper Morris did not report the amount of the fine for the driver on Monday.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

No April Fool: 95mph over the posted speed limit in Kansas

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🎧 LISTEN: BrightHouse

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🎧 LISTEN: Mayor Greg Fast

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🎧 LISTEN: April 1, 2024 News

RICE COUNTY —&nbsp;Depending on the weather, a portion of Old K-14 just south of Sterling will be closed from about 9 a.m. to about 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 9.

The closure – from Garfield Avenue to Avenue Y – will allow Kansas Department of Transportation crews to replace a culvert.

The map shows the section that will be closed, marked in red.

For updated information on this and other KDOT highway projects and road conditions across the state, go to <a href="https://www.kandrive.gov/@-100.55621,39.04521,6?show=roadReports,constructionReports,trafficSpeeds,winterDriving,weatherRadar">www.kandrive.gov</a>.

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 </figure>TIM POTTER KDOTRICE COUNTY —&nbsp;Depending on the weather, a portion of Old K-14 just south of Sterling will be closed from about 9 a.m. to about 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 9.The closure – from Garfield Avenue to Avenue Y – will allow Kansas Department of Transportation crews to replace a culvert.The map shows the section that will be closed, marked in red.For updated information on this and other KDOT highway projects and road conditions across the state, go to <a href="https://www.kandrive.gov/@-100.55621,39.04521,6?show=roadReports,constructionReports,trafficSpeeds,winterDriving,weatherRadar">www.kandrive.gov</a>.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Possible closing on Old K-14 next week

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Tyler Davis from Bogey's announced a new venture for his business on social media on Monday.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Tyler Davis from Bogey's announced a new venture for his business on social media on Monday.<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fbogeysofhutch%2Fposts%2Fpfbid0f7xroXbMrPmX4xXEwhwzEppYqTpRFS6DpuFyGSwkV5ZSonSRgC3aq9uZxqMFrw1Jl&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="698" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div><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;

Taco Hut has new owners

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson firefighters had to work Easter putting out a fire in a shed west of the city near Fun Valley.

According to a release from the department, crews were called at 4:43 p.m. to the 4300 block of West 4th, where they found a fire in a shed down a long access road away from 4th.

The small shed was almost completely burned before they could put the fire out. Firefighters also brought out a tender and brush unit to be sure the fire didn't spread in the grass. Evergy cut power to the shed to help them finish putting the fire out.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson firefighters had to work Easter putting out a fire in a shed west of the city near Fun Valley.According to a release from the department, crews were called at 4:43 p.m. to the 4300 block of West 4th, where they found a fire in a shed down a long access road away from 4th.The small shed was almost completely burned before they could put the fire out. Firefighters also brought out a tender and brush unit to be sure the fire didn't spread in the grass. Evergy cut power to the shed to help them finish putting the fire out.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Hutch Fire puts out shed fire Sunday

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Those dealing with the nitrate problem in Yoder Water District 101 will get a solution, but it's taking a while to get done.

"The City of Hutchinson and Reno County have agreed in principle that Reno County, for Yoder residents, will buy water from the City of Hutchinson," said Reno County Administrator Randy Partington. "We will build a line from somewhere on Airport Road, connect with a meter there and we'll then run it down Yoder Road to blend the water. The contract with the City of Hutchinson has not been completed yet."

It's really about being sure that the math works out for both sides.

"It's really just coming to an agreement of what that rate is, what the commercial water rate is," Partington said. "The City of Hutchinson charges in cubic feet, the county, for our water districts, charges in thousands of gallons, getting different conversions and the agreement that the city of Hutchinson has with the number of meters, versus us just having one meter. It's really just the legal part."&nbsp; 

There are&nbsp;7.48 gallons&nbsp;of water in one cubic foot of water.&nbsp;

"We've been working on the financing, grant applications, loan applications," Partington said. "We just about two months ago, I believe, went to engineering, to full engineering. That takes about three to four months. Then, it has to get KDHE approvals, 90 to 120 days. It will be October or November before we put it out to bid. We're moving as quick as we can, but with government, sometimes the red tape takes a long time."

This means that the line probably won't actually be run until at least next year.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Those dealing with the nitrate problem in Yoder Water District 101 will get a solution, but it's taking a while to get done."The City of Hutchinson and Reno County have agreed in principle that Reno County, for Yoder residents, will buy water from the City of Hutchinson," said Reno County Administrator Randy Partington. "We will build a line from somewhere on Airport Road, connect with a meter there and we'll then run it down Yoder Road to blend the water. The contract with the City of Hutchinson has not been completed yet."It's really about being sure that the math works out for both sides."It's really just coming to an agreement of what that rate is, what the commercial water rate is," Partington said. "The City of Hutchinson charges in cubic feet, the county, for our water districts, charges in thousands of gallons, getting different conversions and the agreement that the city of Hutchinson has with the number of meters, versus us just having one meter. It's really just the legal part."&nbsp; There are&nbsp;7.48 gallons&nbsp;of water in one cubic foot of water.&nbsp;"We've been working on the financing, grant applications, loan applications," Partington said. "We just about two months ago, I believe, went to engineering, to full engineering. That takes about three to four months. Then, it has to get KDHE approvals, 90 to 120 days. It will be October or November before we put it out to bid. We're moving as quick as we can, but with government, sometimes the red tape takes a long time."This means that the line probably won't actually be run until at least next year.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Yoder water solution still waiting on contract

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Megan Hett with Haven USD 312 said they are going to expand their childcare offerings in the coming 2024-2025 school year.

"Our target date is July 1," Hett said. "We hope to add a two year old room in Yoder. That will allow us to move some of our kids from Haven over there. It also helps us reduce the age range in each of our classrooms. Right now, in our toddler room, we've got kids from 12 months all the way to 36 months. You can imagine, that creates some challenges. They are very different developmentally."&nbsp; 

The average age toilet training begins in the United States is&nbsp;between 2 and 3 years of age.&nbsp; &nbsp;

"That's one of the things our providers work on is, getting those kids potty trained, ideally by the time they are three and moving into the pre-K program," Hett said. "We're looking at potentially adding some bathrooms into classrooms out there at Yoder to aid in that, so that we're not constantly running down the hallway."

Until they can get the plumbing run to the rooms, they plan to place the twos right next to the existing restroom access. At Haven, they're looking to repurpose some rooms to have more slots for infants and under 2 toddlers.

"We're working on converting an office space into another infant room," Hett said. "We know that is the biggest need in our county is slots for infants. We'll be able to take a few more infants there. Reducing that toddler room down to just one year olds, 12 to 24 months, that actually increases the amount of kids that we can serve in that space, because of the reduction in age range."

There will also be some RCEC Pre-K classrooms in Yoder, as well, to allow some special needs Pre-K students to be able to travel a lesser distance to class.

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

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Megan Hett with Haven USD 312 said they are going to expand their childcare offerings in the coming 2024-2025 school year."Our target date is July 1," Hett said. "We hope to add a two year old room in Yoder. That will allow us to move some of our kids from Haven over there. It also helps us reduce the age range in each of our classrooms. Right now, in our toddler room, we've got kids from 12 months all the way to 36 months. You can imagine, that creates some challenges. They are very different developmentally."&nbsp; The average age toilet training begins in the United States is&nbsp;between 2 and 3 years of age.&nbsp; &nbsp;"That's one of the things our providers work on is, getting those kids potty trained, ideally by the time they are three and moving into the pre-K program," Hett said. "We're looking at potentially adding some bathrooms into classrooms out there at Yoder to aid in that, so that we're not constantly running down the hallway." Until they can get the plumbing run to the rooms, they plan to place the twos right next to the existing restroom access. At Haven, they're looking to repurpose some rooms to have more slots for infants and under 2 toddlers."We're working on converting an office space into another infant room," Hett said. "We know that is the biggest need in our county is slots for infants. We'll be able to take a few more infants there. Reducing that toddler room down to just one year olds, 12 to 24 months, that actually increases the amount of kids that we can serve in that space, because of the reduction in age range."There will also be some RCEC Pre-K classrooms in Yoder, as well, to allow some special needs Pre-K students to be able to travel a lesser distance to class.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Hett: USD 312 expanding childcare for coming year

HUTCHINSON, Kan. —&nbsp;HutchCC President Carter File will be honored at a retirement reception by the school's Board of Trustees and administration on Tuesday, April 2. 

The reception is from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., with remarks at 4:30 p.m. in the Gallery Theatre of the Stringer Fine Arts Center.

File submitted his request to the college board of trustees in November indicating his intent to retire effective August 31, 2024.

File is the college's seventh president. He started at HutchCC in 2005 as the Vice President of Finance and Operations. He was elevated to the presidency in July 2014. His retirement will end his more than 24-year career in higher education.

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 </figure>Hutchinson Community CollegeHUTCHINSON, Kan. —&nbsp;HutchCC President Carter File will be honored at a retirement reception by the school's Board of Trustees and administration on Tuesday, April 2. The reception is from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., with remarks at 4:30 p.m. in the Gallery Theatre of the Stringer Fine Arts Center.File submitted his request to the college board of trustees in November indicating his intent to retire effective August 31, 2024.File is the college's seventh president. He started at HutchCC in 2005 as the Vice President of Finance and Operations. He was elevated to the presidency in July 2014. His retirement will end his more than 24-year career in higher education.<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;