HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Planning Commission will have a public hearing on a case to amend zoning for an unbuilt subdivision near 30th and Lorraine during its meeting on Tuesday.

According to agenda documents, the applicant is requesting a zone change on lots in the Monarch Meadows subdivision, generally located northeast of 30th Avenue and Lorraine Street. Details of the request include:

1 Lot – Zone change from C-3 Outdoor Commercial to R-3 Moderate Density Residential

1 Lot – Zone change from C-3 Outdoor Commercial to R-5 High Density Residential

32 Lots – Zone change from R-3 Moderate Density Residential to R-5 High Density Residential

The applicant plans to develop the property with single-family detached homes. The change in zoning will allow the applicant to increase the number of lots by decreasing the lot sizes.

The R-3 district requires a minimum lot size of 9,000 square feet for single-family detached dwellings, whereas the R-5 district requires a minimum lot size of 5,000 square feet. As currently platted, most lots in Monarch Meadows II are around 9,000 square feet. The conceptual lot layout provided by the applicant shows a planned 44 lots around 7,000 square feet, an increase of 10 lots as currently platted.

The subject site was platted as Monarch Meadows II in 2004 but has remained undeveloped since then.

The applicant plans to submit a replat of the property following the approval of this zone change.

Although the applicant has plans to develop the property with single-family detached homes, the R-5 zoning district would also permit multi-unit living and two-unit living by-right.

The Hutchinson Planning Commission meets Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at City Hall.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Planning Commission will have a public hearing on a case to amend zoning for an unbuilt subdivision near 30th and Lorraine during its meeting on Tuesday.According to agenda documents, the applicant is requesting a zone change on lots in the Monarch Meadows subdivision, generally located northeast of 30th Avenue and Lorraine Street. Details of the request include:1 Lot – Zone change from C-3 Outdoor Commercial to R-3 Moderate Density Residential1 Lot – Zone change from C-3 Outdoor Commercial to R-5 High Density Residential32 Lots – Zone change from R-3 Moderate Density Residential to R-5 High Density ResidentialThe applicant plans to develop the property with single-family detached homes. The change in zoning will allow the applicant to increase the number of lots by decreasing the lot sizes.The R-3 district requires a minimum lot size of 9,000 square feet for single-family detached dwellings, whereas the R-5 district requires a minimum lot size of 5,000 square feet. As currently platted, most lots in Monarch Meadows II are around 9,000 square feet. The conceptual lot layout provided by the applicant shows a planned 44 lots around 7,000 square feet, an increase of 10 lots as currently platted.The subject site was platted as Monarch Meadows II in 2004 but has remained undeveloped since then.The applicant plans to submit a replat of the property following the approval of this zone change.Although the applicant has plans to develop the property with single-family detached homes, the R-5 zoning district would also permit multi-unit living and two-unit living by-right.The Hutchinson Planning Commission meets Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at City Hall.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile&nbsp;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;

Zoning amendment on Planning Commission agenda

RENO COUNTY, Kan. — A revision to the agreement between Reno County and Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System is on the consent agenda for the Board of County Commissioners on Wednesday.

According to agenda documents, Reno County has had an agreement with the Hutchinson hospital under various official names since September 1971 to provide county-wide ambulance services. The last agreement was modified in December 2003.

The agreement needed to be reviewed for general purposes but the main point for the revision at this time is for paragraph 9 to include purchases with county ARPA funds to be part of the property that would revert back to the county, if the agreement was ever nullified. 

An ARPA agreement for approval by the county commission and Hutchinson Regional Medical Center, Inc will be on an upcoming consent agenda. Once the ARPA agreement is in place, the hospital will move forward with the Arlington EMS station project that is dependent on ARPA funds.

The Board of County Commissioners meets at 9 a.m. Wednesday in the Veterans Room at the Reno County Courthouse.

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 </figure>RENO COUNTY, Kan. — A revision to the agreement between Reno County and Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System is on the consent agenda for the Board of County Commissioners on Wednesday.According to agenda documents, Reno County has had an agreement with the Hutchinson hospital under various official names since September 1971 to provide county-wide ambulance services. The last agreement was modified in December 2003.The agreement needed to be reviewed for general purposes but the main point for the revision at this time is for paragraph 9 to include purchases with county ARPA funds to be part of the property that would revert back to the county, if the agreement was ever nullified. An ARPA agreement for approval by the county commission and Hutchinson Regional Medical Center, Inc will be on an upcoming consent agenda. Once the ARPA agreement is in place, the hospital will move forward with the Arlington EMS station project that is dependent on ARPA funds.The Board of County Commissioners meets at 9 a.m. Wednesday in the Veterans Room at the Reno County Courthouse.<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;

EMS agreement to be revised Wednesday

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — This spring, the American Red Cross asks donors to help defend the blood supply by giving blood now to combat a monstrous fact: only 3 out of 100 people donate blood. That’s why we’re&nbsp;teaming up with Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures to celebrate the epic new film, Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire,&nbsp;and inviting donors to rise together and give blood. When donors share their strength by coming to give March 25-April 7, they’ll get an exclusive&nbsp;Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire&nbsp;and Red Cross T-shirt, while supplies last. (Details are available at&nbsp;<a href="https://u7061146.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.gqh-2BaxUzlo7XKIuSly0rC-2BjlOKn5gyoDa2kcQadnKwq4nHaJIVBj6JyDTQaACstClcYVn6H8jnrleoweA7UdVJmLcYAW9zIGm5WRDhnj-2BoPOqinNCUvYH8fZo5-2BRcw9LxSwV_-2BBxK0BSqAd-2BprHf4m5NZjVsYrwneFvFXH6RGjOVtkAEfkWkzNEsurIsNG3bUBUSqm4pvOdMc0DZ5ME8M8hc-2FiRncvkiq4BvsXa-2BllN91Qrxe-2F1kX3ARvwi2S4NX6Iq1A4OwyCLRvoTW9w5gUyL61o2vVR2Sfy35blKIgphyWFDSVhx9hFTTyseqILiGqzKfut3-2BXKQUrHb-2FZECDCUe0V0i5HuqQYF1Q-2Fq-2BSy6g-2F85CtBn6h2nIat8LypIr7mheAQDl2bcypMCKt2YS8QO1ZNFI-2FhkiNuRCaSIpME1xNWf3-2Bv34T3KVfbhKTvu9zNG933EwwwQw1mk-2FZD-2F5AwpjoGZ0Xfy9iTechXwE8SOWCRyUI-3D" target="_blank">RedCrossBlood.org/GXK</a>.*)&nbsp;&nbsp;

In recent weeks, the Red Cross has seen an encouraging increase in the blood supply, but blood donation appointments remain vital this month. People of all blood types – especially those with type O blood – are critical to ensuring hospital shelves can be replenished as soon as possible.&nbsp;

To book a time to give,&nbsp;visit&nbsp;<a href="https://u7061146.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.gqh-2BaxUzlo7XKIuSly0rC-2BjlOKn5gyoDa2kcQadnKwoDBqL95nXwR4gPMAm6nMX9Jhs9f76lL-2BhPHcf8O-2FzN0pePJjE0zMbbkDwaWIMbBgY8MaPuuviwezPeqfRYxPROd2qnaFIVFUkf7TbFOr0RHr-2FWEn-2FhrpRMvPt-2Fwzqw5wqPWEGWnLu3OEBl-2FJk1Ytgk_rZC_-2BBxK0BSqAd-2BprHf4m5NZjVsYrwneFvFXH6RGjOVtkAEfkWkzNEsurIsNG3bUBUSqm4pvOdMc0DZ5ME8M8hc-2FiRncvkiq4BvsXa-2BllN91Qrxe-2F1kX3ARvwi2S4NX6Iq1A4OwyCLRvoTW9w5gUyL61o2vVR2Sfy35blKIgphyWFDSVhx9hFTTyseqILiGqzKfut3-2BXKQUrHb-2FZECDCUe0V0u9rm81KruZUZP0dwlPNeE9GRK-2FZ-2FvRsUPGsJwRrRizVZoucKFMk9CUS6cM0gOb54N1J26MNt077aY5Tm4eQ71wtKsd2jV-2BwWuSjfGIjJS-2Brc3nJKznbG-2BT6WmmK8k8EithiRzY-2F6n9elPlgzVGvuUI-3D" target="_blank">RedCrossBlood.org</a>, download the&nbsp;<a href="https://u7061146.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.gqh-2BaxUzlo7XKIuSly0rC-2BjlOKn5gyoDa2kcQadnKwrYtIDdE1X4v4tF-2Fgo81NPxmSoDF8pHGLefHM0xS0o0OA-3D-3Dssuq_-2BBxK0BSqAd-2BprHf4m5NZjVsYrwneFvFXH6RGjOVtkAEfkWkzNEsurIsNG3bUBUSqm4pvOdMc0DZ5ME8M8hc-2FiRncvkiq4BvsXa-2BllN91Qrxe-2F1kX3ARvwi2S4NX6Iq1A4OwyCLRvoTW9w5gUyL61o2vVR2Sfy35blKIgphyWFDSVhx9hFTTyseqILiGqzKfut3-2BXKQUrHb-2FZECDCUe0V0hMPzZB6fGHWigytuSqmQx4oY1sGgPnKqmVIdLjgghqCH2g-2Bky6Y0tW2OJxdyA5Qj8aQjN-2FNLhil1FwROsuboU6K6y1hDWGoj4VZkF49fSYnxRJvmGU-2BWh1at0QOSvRgVwtHd66mhHxqz0yWau41ZVw-3D" target="_blank">Red Cross Blood Donor App</a>, or call 1-800-RED CROSS.&nbsp;Additionally, all who come to give April 8-28 will get a $10 e-gift card to a merchant of choice, plus be automatically entered for a chance to win one of two $7,000 gift cards. Visit&nbsp;<a href="https://u7061146.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.gqh-2BaxUzlo7XKIuSly0rC-2BjlOKn5gyoDa2kcQadnKwq4nHaJIVBj6JyDTQaACstCNIU-2F-2Fys2Jj0Ac9fkIozXedFU4Gc1bFg-2BGbyaR6LZrvg-3Dy3Q-_-2BBxK0BSqAd-2BprHf4m5NZjVsYrwneFvFXH6RGjOVtkAEfkWkzNEsurIsNG3bUBUSqm4pvOdMc0DZ5ME8M8hc-2FiRncvkiq4BvsXa-2BllN91Qrxe-2F1kX3ARvwi2S4NX6Iq1A4OwyCLRvoTW9w5gUyL61o2vVR2Sfy35blKIgphyWFDSVhx9hFTTyseqILiGqzKfut3-2BXKQUrHb-2FZECDCUe0V0k1ncQFX-2F1kkbSdDd1owvFeoqecPQDTouF3vp3Sc5WRbgA67Hcl4yDJO-2B1dK9gKdmicfnbeeDTx02QqhsFtFqtqxCPPx9sPBoV6BTK72GhiKlxjh5DXuL-2FveK7UXi6DM8q6MswW7Enu6w81stzV0TzY-3D" target="_blank">RedCrossBlood.org/Spring</a>&nbsp;for details.

The following drives are in the Hutch Post area during the T-Shirt giveaway.

3/25/2024: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., Trinity United Methodist Church, 224 S. Main

4/5/2024: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Pratt Health &amp; Rehab, 1221 Larimer St.

3/29/2024: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m., Park Place Christian Church, 2600 N. Adams

4/1/2024: 12 p.m. - 6:30 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, 201 E Sherman

4/2/2024: 11 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, 201 E Sherman

4/2/2024: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., Center Amish Mennonite Church, 7611 W Morgan Ave

4/3/2024: 7 a.m. - 1 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, 201 E Sherman

3/25/2024: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., United Methodist Church, 137 N. Broadway

Simply download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit <a href="https://u7061146.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.b00YhNV2Nr0-2BaZn7eVNAdf62MlpTpw2kgmE3KG0fqSAjRGqvNlUFj0Dj7hYDgnaqrYUi_-2BBxK0BSqAd-2BprHf4m5NZjVsYrwneFvFXH6RGjOVtkAEfkWkzNEsurIsNG3bUBUSqm4pvOdMc0DZ5ME8M8hc-2FiRncvkiq4BvsXa-2BllN91Qrxe-2F1kX3ARvwi2S4NX6Iq1A4OwyCLRvoTW9w5gUyL61o2vVR2Sfy35blKIgphyWFDSVhx9hFTTyseqILiGqzKfut3-2BXKQUrHb-2FZECDCUe0V0ubw4xv4oiAmFwjJaGSWWGc9CgRiqvz6Kc-2FzJnhQL4HGADWsiK7OWx-2ByZ9b0bJdLTA5VPIPsSoTtiNLP35ckX255J8we3T2LINCKL-2BrCczD36TfC0-2BYlz4C-2FcbDWq0gOMRPAMXTfY8SvOsuye3etJEQ-3D" target="_blank">RedCrossBlood.org</a>, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or enable the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device to make an appointment or for more information. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age in most states (16 with parental consent where allowed by state law), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.&nbsp;

Blood and platelet donors can save time at their next donation by using RapidPass®&nbsp;to complete their pre-donation reading and health history questionnaire online, on the day of their donation, before arriving at the blood drive. To get started, follow the instructions at&nbsp;<a href="https://u7061146.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.gqh-2BaxUzlo7XKIuSly0rC-2BjlOKn5gyoDa2kcQadnKwoRE4oLheHyfEN41-2BiLyps3d0kGbNtVRHNMBTiiP26vimqWOErSTyRaIeTfQM38mrVya5z7PYDxqeJbreQz-2Be2tuxlD_-2BBxK0BSqAd-2BprHf4m5NZjVsYrwneFvFXH6RGjOVtkAEfkWkzNEsurIsNG3bUBUSqm4pvOdMc0DZ5ME8M8hc-2FiRncvkiq4BvsXa-2BllN91Qrxe-2F1kX3ARvwi2S4NX6Iq1A4OwyCLRvoTW9w5gUyL61o2vVR2Sfy35blKIgphyWFDSVhx9hFTTyseqILiGqzKfut3-2BXKQUrHb-2FZECDCUe0V0nV-2BULAbRNISHWUfnRZLLpvOin6KLziupXt3XzNerS2zoL5bfHWbdThPGMyOVHKvVOsvWSt0KmldGui-2BINg7uIH85eBuQNM-2BRDaelerXiulPhyozVbnbBK8cOQ4aGRBOnvbVJJCO-2FPp1XsSlQq5an2k-3D" target="_blank">RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass</a>&nbsp;or use the Blood Donor App.&nbsp;

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 </figure>American Red CrossHUTCHINSON, Kan. — This spring, the American Red Cross asks donors to help defend the blood supply by giving blood now to combat a monstrous fact: only 3 out of 100 people donate blood. That’s why we’re&nbsp;teaming up with Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures to celebrate the epic new film, Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire,&nbsp;and inviting donors to rise together and give blood. When donors share their strength by coming to give March 25-April 7, they’ll get an exclusive&nbsp;Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire&nbsp;and Red Cross T-shirt, while supplies last. (Details are available at&nbsp;<a href="https://u7061146.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.gqh-2BaxUzlo7XKIuSly0rC-2BjlOKn5gyoDa2kcQadnKwq4nHaJIVBj6JyDTQaACstClcYVn6H8jnrleoweA7UdVJmLcYAW9zIGm5WRDhnj-2BoPOqinNCUvYH8fZo5-2BRcw9LxSwV_-2BBxK0BSqAd-2BprHf4m5NZjVsYrwneFvFXH6RGjOVtkAEfkWkzNEsurIsNG3bUBUSqm4pvOdMc0DZ5ME8M8hc-2FiRncvkiq4BvsXa-2BllN91Qrxe-2F1kX3ARvwi2S4NX6Iq1A4OwyCLRvoTW9w5gUyL61o2vVR2Sfy35blKIgphyWFDSVhx9hFTTyseqILiGqzKfut3-2BXKQUrHb-2FZECDCUe0V0i5HuqQYF1Q-2Fq-2BSy6g-2F85CtBn6h2nIat8LypIr7mheAQDl2bcypMCKt2YS8QO1ZNFI-2FhkiNuRCaSIpME1xNWf3-2Bv34T3KVfbhKTvu9zNG933EwwwQw1mk-2FZD-2F5AwpjoGZ0Xfy9iTechXwE8SOWCRyUI-3D" target="_blank">RedCrossBlood.org/GXK</a>.*)&nbsp;&nbsp;In recent weeks, the Red Cross has seen an encouraging increase in the blood supply, but blood donation appointments remain vital this month. People of all blood types – especially those with type O blood – are critical to ensuring hospital shelves can be replenished as soon as possible.&nbsp;To book a time to give,&nbsp;visit&nbsp;<a href="https://u7061146.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.gqh-2BaxUzlo7XKIuSly0rC-2BjlOKn5gyoDa2kcQadnKwoDBqL95nXwR4gPMAm6nMX9Jhs9f76lL-2BhPHcf8O-2FzN0pePJjE0zMbbkDwaWIMbBgY8MaPuuviwezPeqfRYxPROd2qnaFIVFUkf7TbFOr0RHr-2FWEn-2FhrpRMvPt-2Fwzqw5wqPWEGWnLu3OEBl-2FJk1Ytgk_rZC_-2BBxK0BSqAd-2BprHf4m5NZjVsYrwneFvFXH6RGjOVtkAEfkWkzNEsurIsNG3bUBUSqm4pvOdMc0DZ5ME8M8hc-2FiRncvkiq4BvsXa-2BllN91Qrxe-2F1kX3ARvwi2S4NX6Iq1A4OwyCLRvoTW9w5gUyL61o2vVR2Sfy35blKIgphyWFDSVhx9hFTTyseqILiGqzKfut3-2BXKQUrHb-2FZECDCUe0V0u9rm81KruZUZP0dwlPNeE9GRK-2FZ-2FvRsUPGsJwRrRizVZoucKFMk9CUS6cM0gOb54N1J26MNt077aY5Tm4eQ71wtKsd2jV-2BwWuSjfGIjJS-2Brc3nJKznbG-2BT6WmmK8k8EithiRzY-2F6n9elPlgzVGvuUI-3D" target="_blank">RedCrossBlood.org</a>, download the&nbsp;<a href="https://u7061146.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.gqh-2BaxUzlo7XKIuSly0rC-2BjlOKn5gyoDa2kcQadnKwrYtIDdE1X4v4tF-2Fgo81NPxmSoDF8pHGLefHM0xS0o0OA-3D-3Dssuq_-2BBxK0BSqAd-2BprHf4m5NZjVsYrwneFvFXH6RGjOVtkAEfkWkzNEsurIsNG3bUBUSqm4pvOdMc0DZ5ME8M8hc-2FiRncvkiq4BvsXa-2BllN91Qrxe-2F1kX3ARvwi2S4NX6Iq1A4OwyCLRvoTW9w5gUyL61o2vVR2Sfy35blKIgphyWFDSVhx9hFTTyseqILiGqzKfut3-2BXKQUrHb-2FZECDCUe0V0hMPzZB6fGHWigytuSqmQx4oY1sGgPnKqmVIdLjgghqCH2g-2Bky6Y0tW2OJxdyA5Qj8aQjN-2FNLhil1FwROsuboU6K6y1hDWGoj4VZkF49fSYnxRJvmGU-2BWh1at0QOSvRgVwtHd66mhHxqz0yWau41ZVw-3D" target="_blank">Red Cross Blood Donor App</a>, or call 1-800-RED CROSS.&nbsp;Additionally, all who come to give April 8-28 will get a $10 e-gift card to a merchant of choice, plus be automatically entered for a chance to win one of two $7,000 gift cards. Visit&nbsp;<a href="https://u7061146.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.gqh-2BaxUzlo7XKIuSly0rC-2BjlOKn5gyoDa2kcQadnKwq4nHaJIVBj6JyDTQaACstCNIU-2F-2Fys2Jj0Ac9fkIozXedFU4Gc1bFg-2BGbyaR6LZrvg-3Dy3Q-_-2BBxK0BSqAd-2BprHf4m5NZjVsYrwneFvFXH6RGjOVtkAEfkWkzNEsurIsNG3bUBUSqm4pvOdMc0DZ5ME8M8hc-2FiRncvkiq4BvsXa-2BllN91Qrxe-2F1kX3ARvwi2S4NX6Iq1A4OwyCLRvoTW9w5gUyL61o2vVR2Sfy35blKIgphyWFDSVhx9hFTTyseqILiGqzKfut3-2BXKQUrHb-2FZECDCUe0V0k1ncQFX-2F1kkbSdDd1owvFeoqecPQDTouF3vp3Sc5WRbgA67Hcl4yDJO-2B1dK9gKdmicfnbeeDTx02QqhsFtFqtqxCPPx9sPBoV6BTK72GhiKlxjh5DXuL-2FveK7UXi6DM8q6MswW7Enu6w81stzV0TzY-3D" target="_blank">RedCrossBlood.org/Spring</a>&nbsp;for details.The following drives are in the Hutch Post area during the T-Shirt giveaway.McPherson CountyLindsborg3/25/2024: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., Trinity United Methodist Church, 224 S. MainPratt CountyPratt4/5/2024: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Pratt Health &amp; Rehab, 1221 Larimer St.Reno CountyHutchinson3/29/2024: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m., Park Place Christian Church, 2600 N. Adams4/1/2024: 12 p.m. - 6:30 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, 201 E Sherman4/2/2024: 11 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, 201 E Sherman4/2/2024: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., Center Amish Mennonite Church, 7611 W Morgan Ave4/3/2024: 7 a.m. - 1 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, 201 E ShermanRice CountySterling3/25/2024: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., United Methodist Church, 137 N. BroadwayHow to donate blood&nbsp;Simply download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit <a href="https://u7061146.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.b00YhNV2Nr0-2BaZn7eVNAdf62MlpTpw2kgmE3KG0fqSAjRGqvNlUFj0Dj7hYDgnaqrYUi_-2BBxK0BSqAd-2BprHf4m5NZjVsYrwneFvFXH6RGjOVtkAEfkWkzNEsurIsNG3bUBUSqm4pvOdMc0DZ5ME8M8hc-2FiRncvkiq4BvsXa-2BllN91Qrxe-2F1kX3ARvwi2S4NX6Iq1A4OwyCLRvoTW9w5gUyL61o2vVR2Sfy35blKIgphyWFDSVhx9hFTTyseqILiGqzKfut3-2BXKQUrHb-2FZECDCUe0V0ubw4xv4oiAmFwjJaGSWWGc9CgRiqvz6Kc-2FzJnhQL4HGADWsiK7OWx-2ByZ9b0bJdLTA5VPIPsSoTtiNLP35ckX255J8we3T2LINCKL-2BrCczD36TfC0-2BYlz4C-2FcbDWq0gOMRPAMXTfY8SvOsuye3etJEQ-3D" target="_blank">RedCrossBlood.org</a>, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or enable the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device to make an appointment or for more information. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age in most states (16 with parental consent where allowed by state law), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.&nbsp;Blood and platelet donors can save time at their next donation by using RapidPass®&nbsp;to complete their pre-donation reading and health history questionnaire online, on the day of their donation, before arriving at the blood drive. To get started, follow the instructions at&nbsp;<a href="https://u7061146.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.gqh-2BaxUzlo7XKIuSly0rC-2BjlOKn5gyoDa2kcQadnKwoRE4oLheHyfEN41-2BiLyps3d0kGbNtVRHNMBTiiP26vimqWOErSTyRaIeTfQM38mrVya5z7PYDxqeJbreQz-2Be2tuxlD_-2BBxK0BSqAd-2BprHf4m5NZjVsYrwneFvFXH6RGjOVtkAEfkWkzNEsurIsNG3bUBUSqm4pvOdMc0DZ5ME8M8hc-2FiRncvkiq4BvsXa-2BllN91Qrxe-2F1kX3ARvwi2S4NX6Iq1A4OwyCLRvoTW9w5gUyL61o2vVR2Sfy35blKIgphyWFDSVhx9hFTTyseqILiGqzKfut3-2BXKQUrHb-2FZECDCUe0V0nV-2BULAbRNISHWUfnRZLLpvOin6KLziupXt3XzNerS2zoL5bfHWbdThPGMyOVHKvVOsvWSt0KmldGui-2BINg7uIH85eBuQNM-2BRDaelerXiulPhyozVbnbBK8cOQ4aGRBOnvbVJJCO-2FPp1XsSlQq5an2k-3D" target="_blank">RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass</a>&nbsp;or use the Blood Donor App.&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;

Red Cross asking for more blood

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Reflection Living and Hospice and Homecare of Reno County are joining forces March 29 for a senior fair in Hutchinson. The March 29 event will be at the Hutchinson YMCA. The event is from 9 a.m. to noon.

"I think I can speak for almost everybody who works in some kind of long term care situation," said Jo Mora with Reflection Living. "By the time they come to our office, they usually have a deer in the headlights look, because the information that is out there is just really hard to find. It's not disseminated well. Especially if it's Medicaid, trying to navigate governmental systems and find information that's not written in legal jargon is really hard."

Vendors at the fair will include Diversicare, Legend of Hutchinson, Wesley Towers, Health Equip, Elite Property Management Group, Sunshine Meadows Retirement Community, YMCA of Hutchinson, KS Life Insurance Agency, Inman Funeral Home, Phoenix Home Care &amp; Hospice, Gentiva Hospice, Angels Care Home Health, Home Instead, Mennonite Friendship Communities, Good Samaritan Society, Hutchinson Health &amp; Rehab, United Healthcare, Bluestem PACE, Beyond Barriers, BrightHouse, Delos V. Smith Senior Center, Generations Estate Planning &amp; Elder Law, Hospice &amp; Homecare of Reno County, Reflection Living,     Humana,  Waldron Place &amp; The Arbors.

"With the longevity that people are seeing these days, it's really turned into kind of a struggle for some folks," said Meg Green with Hospice and Homecare of Reno County. "They get to retirement age, they get to an age where they need a little bit more assistance to do their everyday things and they don't know where to get the right information."

The event will also include speakers on important senior issues. Austin Stout will talk about Estate Planning and Medicaid.

"People are living longer," Mora said. "What your long term care insurance was set up for 20 years ago isn't going to cover your care now. You have basic inflation and you have changes in laws and what Medicaid will and will not pay for. It's really important to do that planning now."

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Reflection Living and Hospice and Homecare of Reno County are joining forces March 29 for a senior fair in Hutchinson. The March 29 event will be at the Hutchinson YMCA. The event is from 9 a.m. to noon."I think I can speak for almost everybody who works in some kind of long term care situation," said Jo Mora with Reflection Living. "By the time they come to our office, they usually have a deer in the headlights look, because the information that is out there is just really hard to find. It's not disseminated well. Especially if it's Medicaid, trying to navigate governmental systems and find information that's not written in legal jargon is really hard."Vendors at the fair will include Diversicare, Legend of Hutchinson, Wesley Towers, Health Equip, Elite Property Management Group, Sunshine Meadows Retirement Community, YMCA of Hutchinson, KS Life Insurance Agency, Inman Funeral Home, Phoenix Home Care &amp; Hospice, Gentiva Hospice, Angels Care Home Health, Home Instead, Mennonite Friendship Communities, Good Samaritan Society, Hutchinson Health &amp; Rehab, United Healthcare, Bluestem PACE, Beyond Barriers, BrightHouse, Delos V. Smith Senior Center, Generations Estate Planning &amp; Elder Law, Hospice &amp; Homecare of Reno County, Reflection Living, Humana, Waldron Place &amp; The Arbors."With the longevity that people are seeing these days, it's really turned into kind of a struggle for some folks," said Meg Green with Hospice and Homecare of Reno County. "They get to retirement age, they get to an age where they need a little bit more assistance to do their everyday things and they don't know where to get the right information."The event will also include speakers on important senior issues. Austin Stout will talk about Estate Planning and Medicaid."People are living longer," Mora said. "What your long term care insurance was set up for 20 years ago isn't going to cover your care now. You have basic inflation and you have changes in laws and what Medicaid will and will not pay for. It's really important to do that planning now."The event is free.<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;

Senior Fair coming up Friday

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;

3/24/2024 2:36 PM-Heather	Lynette Day-Probation Violation&nbsp;

3/24/2024 6:47 AM-Christopher	Tomas Sainz-Interference with Law Enforcement; Obstruct, Resist, Oppose, Misd case, Execution of Misd Warrant&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;3/24/2024 2:36 PM-Heather	Lynette Day-Probation Violation&nbsp;3/24/2024 6:47 AM-Christopher	Tomas Sainz-Interference with Law Enforcement; Obstruct, Resist, Oppose, Misd case, Execution of Misd Warrant&nbsp;

Daily Bookings

HUTCHINSON, Kan.&nbsp; — No. 21 seed Wallace State upset the No. 12 seed Lee College Navigators 76-64. The Wallace State Lions are the first team to upset a higher seed at the 2024 NJCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship.&nbsp;

Freshman guard Jimmie Williams led Wallace with 22 points. Sophomore center Randiez Eason recorded a double-double with 11 points and 12 rebounds.&nbsp;

Freshman guard De'Vion Lavergne led Lee with 17 points.&nbsp;

Lee led Wallace 40-38 at halftime but Wallace built momentum in the second and solidified a 12 point lead (70-58) with 3:44 left to go in the game.&nbsp;

Wallace and Lee both shot 50% from the field.&nbsp;

Wallace State will play No. 5 Indian Hills on Tuesday, March 26 at 2:15 p.m.&nbsp;

Glen Grunwald and Dan Naccarato will have the game play-by-play on Tuesday. Tune in to KWBW 1450 AM/98.5 FM.&nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/3/1711340004082.jpeg" alt="No. 21 seed Wallace State and No. 12 seed Lee College fight for a loose ball. Wallace State upset Lee College in a 76-64 win on Sunday, March 24, 2024. Photo by Emmie Boese" />
 <figcaption>No. 21 seed Wallace State and No. 12 seed Lee College fight for a loose ball. Wallace State upset Lee College in a 76-64 win on Sunday, March 24, 2024. Photo by Emmie Boese</figcaption>
 </figure>EMMIE BOESE&nbsp; Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan.&nbsp; — No. 21 seed Wallace State upset the No. 12 seed Lee College Navigators 76-64. The Wallace State Lions are the first team to upset a higher seed at the 2024 NJCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship.&nbsp;Freshman guard Jimmie Williams led Wallace with 22 points. Sophomore center Randiez Eason recorded a double-double with 11 points and 12 rebounds.&nbsp;Freshman guard De'Vion Lavergne led Lee with 17 points.&nbsp;Lee led Wallace 40-38 at halftime but Wallace built momentum in the second and solidified a 12 point lead (70-58) with 3:44 left to go in the game.&nbsp;Wallace and Lee both shot 50% from the field.&nbsp;Wallace State will play No. 5 Indian Hills on Tuesday, March 26 at 2:15 p.m.&nbsp;Glen Grunwald and Dan Naccarato will have the game play-by-play on Tuesday. Tune in to KWBW 1450 AM/98.5 FM.&nbsp;

🏀 NJCAA Tourney: Wallace State upsets Lee 

HUTCHINSON, Kan. —Odessa College won their first game of the tournament with the largest point deficit on day one. The No. 13 Odessa Wranglers beat the No. 20 seeded Trinidad State College Trojans 81-52.&nbsp;

Freshman guard Esyah Pipa-White and sophomore guard Brandon Maclin led Odessa in scoring with 13 points each. Freshman guard Amir Reaves led Trinidad with 10.&nbsp;

Odessa led 46-17 at halftime. scored 25 points off of turnovers, 44 in the paint and 11 off of fast breaks.&nbsp;

&nbsp;The Wranglers typically average 74 points a game.

Odessa will play against No. 4 seed Vincennes on Tuesday, March 26 at noon. Glen Grunwald and Dan Naccarato will have the game play-by-play on Tuesday. Tune in to KWBW 1450 AM/98.5 FM.&nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/3/1711329759064.jpeg" alt="Odessa College is the No. 13 seed in the NJCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship. The Wranglers beat the No. 20 seeded Trinidad State College Trojans 81-52 on Sunday, March 24, 2024. Photo by Emmie Boese." />
 <figcaption>Odessa College is the No. 13 seed in the NJCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship. The Wranglers beat the No. 20 seeded Trinidad State College Trojans 81-52 on Sunday, March 24, 2024. Photo by Emmie Boese.</figcaption>
 </figure>EMMIE BOESE&nbsp; Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. —Odessa College won their first game of the tournament with the largest point deficit on day one. The No. 13 Odessa Wranglers beat the No. 20 seeded Trinidad State College Trojans 81-52.&nbsp;Freshman guard Esyah Pipa-White and sophomore guard Brandon Maclin led Odessa in scoring with 13 points each. Freshman guard Amir Reaves led Trinidad with 10.&nbsp;Odessa led 46-17 at halftime. scored 25 points off of turnovers, 44 in the paint and 11 off of fast breaks.&nbsp;&nbsp;The Wranglers typically average 74 points a game.Odessa will play against No. 4 seed Vincennes on Tuesday, March 26 at noon. Glen Grunwald and Dan Naccarato will have the game play-by-play on Tuesday. Tune in to KWBW 1450 AM/98.5 FM.&nbsp;

🏀 NJCAA Tourney: Odessa sends home Trinidad by more than twenty

HUTCHINSON, Kan.&nbsp;— The No. 10 Trinity Valley Cardinals started off hot with a 10-0 lead in the first 2:25 of game four against the Georgia Highlands Chargers. The Cardinals beat the Chargers 61-54 in the first round of the tournament Sunday at the Sports Arena. 

Sophomore guard Ahamad Bynum led Trinity Valley with 22 points. Freshman&nbsp; guard Jay'Quan Nelson led Georgia Highlands with 19.&nbsp;

Trinity Valley led 29-18 at halftime. The Cardinals maintained a lead throughout the entire game despite being outrebounded by Georgia Highlands 23-10.&nbsp;

Trinity Valley shot 40.6% from the field compared to Georgia Highlands who shot 31.9% from the field.&nbsp;

Georgia Highlands went 0-10 from the 3-point line in the first half and ended with only 18.2% from distance on the night. Trinity Valley shot 25.0% from the 3-point line.&nbsp;

Trinity Valley will face the No.7 Triton College Trojans tomorrow night at 9:30 p.m.&nbsp;The play-by-play will be led by Glen Grunwald and Rick Kraus on Country 102.9 FM and KWBW 1450 AM/98.5 FM.

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 <figcaption>The Trinity Valley Cardinals beat the Georgia Highlands Chargers 61-54. The Cardinals made their eighth debut at the NJCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship on Sunday, March 24, 2024. Photo by Emmie Boese.</figcaption>
 </figure>EMMIE BOESE&nbsp; Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan.&nbsp;— The No. 10 Trinity Valley Cardinals started off hot with a 10-0 lead in the first 2:25 of game four against the Georgia Highlands Chargers. The Cardinals beat the Chargers 61-54 in the first round of the tournament Sunday at the Sports Arena. Sophomore guard Ahamad Bynum led Trinity Valley with 22 points. Freshman&nbsp; guard Jay'Quan Nelson led Georgia Highlands with 19.&nbsp;Trinity Valley led 29-18 at halftime. The Cardinals maintained a lead throughout the entire game despite being outrebounded by Georgia Highlands 23-10.&nbsp;Trinity Valley shot 40.6% from the field compared to Georgia Highlands who shot 31.9% from the field.&nbsp;Georgia Highlands went 0-10 from the 3-point line in the first half and ended with only 18.2% from distance on the night. Trinity Valley shot 25.0% from the 3-point line.&nbsp;Trinity Valley will face the No.7 Triton College Trojans tomorrow night at 9:30 p.m.&nbsp;The play-by-play will be led by Glen Grunwald and Rick Kraus on Country 102.9 FM and KWBW 1450 AM/98.5 FM.

🏀 NJCAA Tourney: Trinity Valley takes the Highlands in round one

HUTCHINSON, Kan.&nbsp;— No. 15 seed Panola College knocked off No. 18 Jones County in the first round of the tournament. The Panola College Ponies defeated the Jones County Bobcats 84-73.&nbsp;

Panola's bench scored a combined 34 points. Sophomore guard Christian Henry scored 24 off the bench for a team high. Sophomore guard Jaiden Lawrence had 16 and sophomore forward Yaphet Moundi recorded 15 rebounds off the bench and chipped in eight points.&nbsp;

The Pernell brothers, freshman guards Dimp and Ky Pernell, combined for 37 points for Jones County.&nbsp;

Jones County cut into a 36-28 scoring deficit right before halftime all the way down to two. Panola added two to make it a four point game (38-34) at the half.&nbsp;

Panola held Jones County to just 49 total points with 7:53 left to go in the second. They maintained their lead and scored a team combined 19 points off of turnovers.&nbsp;

Up next, Panola will face No. 2 seed South Plains in round two tomorrow evening at 7:15 p.m. The play-by-play will be led by Glen Grunwald and Bryan Miller on Country 102.9 FM and KWBW 1450 AM/98.5 FM.&nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/3/1711318267336.jpeg" alt="Jonah Hilton dribbling the ball while being defended. Hilton scored 8 points for the Panola College Ponies in the first round of the NJCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship. Photo by Emmie Boese. " />
 <figcaption>Jonah Hilton dribbling the ball while being defended. Hilton scored 8 points for the Panola College Ponies in the first round of the NJCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship. Photo by Emmie Boese. </figcaption>
 </figure>EMMIE BOESE Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan.&nbsp;— No. 15 seed Panola College knocked off No. 18 Jones County in the first round of the tournament. The Panola College Ponies defeated the Jones County Bobcats 84-73.&nbsp;Panola's bench scored a combined 34 points. Sophomore guard Christian Henry scored 24 off the bench for a team high. Sophomore guard Jaiden Lawrence had 16 and sophomore forward Yaphet Moundi recorded 15 rebounds off the bench and chipped in eight points.&nbsp;The Pernell brothers, freshman guards Dimp and Ky Pernell, combined for 37 points for Jones County.&nbsp;Jones County cut into a 36-28 scoring deficit right before halftime all the way down to two. Panola added two to make it a four point game (38-34) at the half.&nbsp;Panola held Jones County to just 49 total points with 7:53 left to go in the second. They maintained their lead and scored a team combined 19 points off of turnovers.&nbsp;Up next, Panola will face No. 2 seed South Plains in round two tomorrow evening at 7:15 p.m. The play-by-play will be led by Glen Grunwald and Bryan Miller on Country 102.9 FM and KWBW 1450 AM/98.5 FM.&nbsp;

🏀 NJCAA Tourney: Panola depth helps seal first round win

HUTCHINSON, Kan.&nbsp;— The Cowley Tigers scored 58 points in the paint to Allegany Maryland's 14 for a win in the first round of the tournament. No. 9 Cowley beat the No. 24 seed Allegany Maryland Trojans 87-64 on Sunday afternoon.&nbsp;

Sophomore forward Jeff Nwankwo scored 21 points and grabbed 13 rebounds for Cowley. Sophomore guard Arzhonte Dallas scored 19 points, dished out five assists and had five steals.&nbsp;

Sophomore guard Jason Thomas scored 16 points for Allegany.&nbsp;

At halftime, Cowley led Allegany 39-24 and maintained their lead through the second. Cowley shot 50% from the field, 30% from the 3-point line and 57.1% from the free throw line.&nbsp;

Cowley will play against No.8 seed Northwest Florida State tomorrow night at 5 p.m. Bryan Kesler and Rick Kraus will have the game play-by-play tomorrow night on Country 102.9 FM and KWBW 1450 AM/98.5 FM.&nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/3/1711308556408.jpeg" alt="Sophomore guard Damare Smith dribbling down the court at the NJCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament. The Kansas City native scored 11 points for Cowley on Sunday, March 24, 2024. Photo by Emmie Boese." />
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 </figure>EMMIE BOESE&nbsp; Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan.&nbsp;— The Cowley Tigers scored 58 points in the paint to Allegany Maryland's 14 for a win in the first round of the tournament. No. 9 Cowley beat the No. 24 seed Allegany Maryland Trojans 87-64 on Sunday afternoon.&nbsp;Sophomore forward Jeff Nwankwo scored 21 points and grabbed 13 rebounds for Cowley. Sophomore guard Arzhonte Dallas scored 19 points, dished out five assists and had five steals.&nbsp;Sophomore guard Jason Thomas scored 16 points for Allegany.&nbsp;At halftime, Cowley led Allegany 39-24 and maintained their lead through the second. Cowley shot 50% from the field, 30% from the 3-point line and 57.1% from the free throw line.&nbsp;Cowley will play against No.8 seed Northwest Florida State tomorrow night at 5 p.m. Bryan Kesler and Rick Kraus will have the game play-by-play tomorrow night on Country 102.9 FM and KWBW 1450 AM/98.5 FM.&nbsp;

🏀 NJCAA Tourney: Cowley outlasts Allegany in the paint for first round win 

HUTCHINSON, Kan.&nbsp;— The first win of the NJCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship Tournament belongs to No. 17 seed Walters State. The Senators beat the No. 16 seeded Daytona State Falcons 85-82.&nbsp;

Four players from Walters State scored in double figures. Sophomore forward Ramondo Battle led the Senators with 26 points. Battle scored 14 in the first. Freshman guard Terrance Jacobs scored 12 points and dished out seven assists.&nbsp;

&nbsp;Sophomore guard Kylin Green scored 17 points. for Daytona State. Sophomore guard Josue Grullon had 16 points.&nbsp;

Walters and Daytona were tied up 39-39 with a little over 1:30 remaining in the first. Dayton led 42-41 at halftime.

Battle picked up his third foul six minutes into the second half. He picked up another late in the second. Six other players from Walters roster also got into foul trouble.&nbsp;

Daytona State led 66-65 with eight minutes left in the game. Despite being in foul trouble, Walters State took back the lead and gained momentum for a 10 point lead (79-69) with a little over four minutes to go.&nbsp;

Walter's Jaylen Wharton fouled out late in the second half. Daytona made it a 3-point game with 27.5 seconds left on the clock but ultimately came up short.&nbsp;

Walters State will play No.1 seed Barton County tomorrow at 2:30 p.m. Glen Grunwald and Rob Dreher will have the play-by-play on KWBW 1450 AM/98.5 FM.&nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/3/1711303369270.jpeg" alt="Walters State and Daytona State get ready for tip-off at the 2024 NJCAA Men's Basketball Championship. Walters State beat Daytona State&nbsp; 85-82 in the opening game of&nbsp; the tournament on Sunday, March 24, 2024. Photo by Emmie Boese." />
 <figcaption>Walters State and Daytona State get ready for tip-off at the 2024 NJCAA Men's Basketball Championship. Walters State beat Daytona State&nbsp; 85-82 in the opening game of&nbsp; the tournament on Sunday, March 24, 2024. Photo by Emmie Boese.</figcaption>
 </figure>EMMIE BOESE&nbsp; Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan.&nbsp;— The first win of the NJCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship Tournament belongs to No. 17 seed Walters State. The Senators beat the No. 16 seeded Daytona State Falcons 85-82.&nbsp;Four players from Walters State scored in double figures. Sophomore forward Ramondo Battle led the Senators with 26 points. Battle scored 14 in the first. Freshman guard Terrance Jacobs scored 12 points and dished out seven assists.&nbsp;&nbsp;Sophomore guard Kylin Green scored 17 points. for Daytona State. Sophomore guard Josue Grullon had 16 points.&nbsp;Walters and Daytona were tied up 39-39 with a little over 1:30 remaining in the first. Dayton led 42-41 at halftime.Battle picked up his third foul six minutes into the second half. He picked up another late in the second. Six other players from Walters roster also got into foul trouble.&nbsp;Daytona State led 66-65 with eight minutes left in the game. Despite being in foul trouble, Walters State took back the lead and gained momentum for a 10 point lead (79-69) with a little over four minutes to go.&nbsp;Walter's Jaylen Wharton fouled out late in the second half. Daytona made it a 3-point game with 27.5 seconds left on the clock but ultimately came up short.&nbsp;Walters State will play No.1 seed Barton County tomorrow at 2:30 p.m. Glen Grunwald and Rob Dreher will have the play-by-play on KWBW 1450 AM/98.5 FM.&nbsp;

🏀 NJCAA Tourney: Walters State takes first game of tournament

RENO COUNTY, Kan. — The Reno County Planning Commission finished the limited edits to the text of proposed regulations for Limited-Scale Commercial Solar Energy Projects at their meeting last week.

The Board provided clarification on what is not allowed underneath solar panels (think concrete and asphalt) and other minor tweaks to the regulations. 

They also prohibited battery energy storage because the groups who have been interested in projects have not expressed a desire to use batteries for that purpose anyway, and then that makes the question of a building where batteries would be stored moot.

The Planning Commission still needs to work on ground mounted solar for individuals, but that wasn't part of these regulations.

The Board of County Commissioners will see the edits on an April agenda.

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 </figure>RENO COUNTY, Kan. — The Reno County Planning Commission finished the limited edits to the text of proposed regulations for Limited-Scale Commercial Solar Energy Projects at their meeting last week.The Board provided clarification on what is not allowed underneath solar panels (think concrete and asphalt) and other minor tweaks to the regulations. They also prohibited battery energy storage because the groups who have been interested in projects have not expressed a desire to use batteries for that purpose anyway, and then that makes the question of a building where batteries would be stored moot.The Planning Commission still needs to work on ground mounted solar for individuals, but that wasn't part of these regulations.The Board of County Commissioners will see the edits on an April agenda.<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;

Planning Commission sends limited scale solar back to County Commission

RENO COUNTY, Kan. — The subject of zoning in the entirety of Reno County will be discussed by the Board of County Commissioners at their meeting on Wednesday.

County Counselor Patrick Hoffman has been researching the topic and will present to the commission.

The issues that have brought up the potential of zoning areas of the county other than the northeast and southeast corners are generally related to alternative energy proposals.

Even now, there is an overlay in Reno County related to wind production.&nbsp;

The general conversation was raised as the Planning Commission brought its regulations for small-scale commercial solar to the county commission.

The Board of County Commissioners meets Wednesday at 9 a.m. in the Veterans Room at the Reno County Courthouse.

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 </figure>RENO COUNTY, Kan. — The subject of zoning in the entirety of Reno County will be discussed by the Board of County Commissioners at their meeting on Wednesday.County Counselor Patrick Hoffman has been researching the topic and will present to the commission.The issues that have brought up the potential of zoning areas of the county other than the northeast and southeast corners are generally related to alternative energy proposals.Even now, there is an overlay in Reno County related to wind production.&nbsp;The general conversation was raised as the Planning Commission brought its regulations for small-scale commercial solar to the county commission.The Board of County Commissioners meets Wednesday at 9 a.m. in the Veterans Room at the Reno County Courthouse.<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;

Countywide zoning on commission agenda

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Democratic Representative Jason Probst explained to Hutch Post that the child care legislation coming out of the House Commerce Committee does a few different things.

"The bill is House Substitute for Senate Bill 96, which is a combination of two primary bills," Probst said. "House Bill 2785, which was creating the Office of Early Childhood as a stand alone office that would work under an agreement with the Department of Administration. It is a very good piece of legislation and something I think everyone generally agrees needs to be done. The current child care structure crosses across four different agencies, including KDHE, DCF, the Children's Cabinet and the Department of Education. It consolidates all of this and streamlines this into one agency. There was a Task Force that worked over the summer. The product of that, one of the strongest recommendations was, can we please get this housed in one place, with one agency or one office that is completely focused on early childhood, childhood development, daycare. That includes things like drop in programs and after school programs."

The other bill that is part of the package is one that would change child care regulations by putting much of that into statute. Probst doesn't think that's the best way to fix that problem.

"You lose a lot when you put things into statute and don't give the flexibility to respond to on the ground matters," Probst said. "Most of the providers in the community don't like that bill, certainly, the governor's office doesn't like it. It was vetoed last year."

When legislation is drafted with too much specificity, it means that agencies have to sometimes punish unintended mistakes rather than regulating major wrongdoing. Probst expects debate to be robust and he voted against the bill in committee.

"Putting out a bill that increases the number of infants that can be allowed from, right now, it's three and increases it to four per provider," Probst said "The general consensus is that's not safe for infants. It's not safe for other kids in the child care setting. It definitely isn't going to produce as good of outcomes."

It is possible that the bill could be amended on the floor to narrow its scope, but that would have to get a majority vote of the Committee of the Whole.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Democratic Representative Jason Probst explained to Hutch Post that the child care legislation coming out of the House Commerce Committee does a few different things."The bill is House Substitute for Senate Bill 96, which is a combination of two primary bills," Probst said. "House Bill 2785, which was creating the Office of Early Childhood as a stand alone office that would work under an agreement with the Department of Administration. It is a very good piece of legislation and something I think everyone generally agrees needs to be done. The current child care structure crosses across four different agencies, including KDHE, DCF, the Children's Cabinet and the Department of Education. It consolidates all of this and streamlines this into one agency. There was a Task Force that worked over the summer. The product of that, one of the strongest recommendations was, can we please get this housed in one place, with one agency or one office that is completely focused on early childhood, childhood development, daycare. That includes things like drop in programs and after school programs."The other bill that is part of the package is one that would change child care regulations by putting much of that into statute. Probst doesn't think that's the best way to fix that problem."You lose a lot when you put things into statute and don't give the flexibility to respond to on the ground matters," Probst said. "Most of the providers in the community don't like that bill, certainly, the governor's office doesn't like it. It was vetoed last year."When legislation is drafted with too much specificity, it means that agencies have to sometimes punish unintended mistakes rather than regulating major wrongdoing. Probst expects debate to be robust and he voted against the bill in committee."Putting out a bill that increases the number of infants that can be allowed from, right now, it's three and increases it to four per provider," Probst said "The general consensus is that's not safe for infants. It's not safe for other kids in the child care setting. It definitely isn't going to produce as good of outcomes."It is possible that the bill could be amended on the floor to narrow its scope, but that would have to get a majority vote of the Committee of the Whole.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile&nbsp;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;

Probst: Bill combination lacks flexibility

NEWTON, Kan. — Registration is open for volunteers to help work the 2024 U.S. Adaptive Open at Sand Creek Station Golf Course. The national championship for golfers with disabilities is scheduled for July 8-10.

Volunteer duties may include player registration, cart and scooter assistance, crowd control, ball spotting, refreshments, and shuttle transportation. You do not have to be a golfer to volunteer.

For more information or to sign up, visit the&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDIsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vZXZlbnRzLnRydXN0ZXZlbnQuY29tL3RlbXBsYXRlcy9pbmRleC5jZm0_ZnVzZWFjdGlvbj10ZW1wbGF0ZXMuaG9tZSZlaWQ9NDcyOCIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyNDAzMjIuOTIyNTM4MTEifQ.r_j1IDOO9kC2IG-fhmL1qWhpQAgJjLMWmmzUB2uUm8o/s/2592705315/br/239347777161-l" target="_blank">event website</a>.

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

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 </figure>City of NewtonNEWTON, Kan. — Registration is open for volunteers to help work the 2024 U.S. Adaptive Open at Sand Creek Station Golf Course. The national championship for golfers with disabilities is scheduled for July 8-10.Volunteer duties may include player registration, cart and scooter assistance, crowd control, ball spotting, refreshments, and shuttle transportation. You do not have to be a golfer to volunteer.For more information or to sign up, visit the&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDIsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vZXZlbnRzLnRydXN0ZXZlbnQuY29tL3RlbXBsYXRlcy9pbmRleC5jZm0_ZnVzZWFjdGlvbj10ZW1wbGF0ZXMuaG9tZSZlaWQ9NDcyOCIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyNDAzMjIuOTIyNTM4MTEifQ.r_j1IDOO9kC2IG-fhmL1qWhpQAgJjLMWmmzUB2uUm8o/s/2592705315/br/239347777161-l" target="_blank">event website</a>.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile&nbsp;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;

Volunteers needed for USGA event in Newton

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;

3/24/2024 1:38 AM-William	Dale Myers III-Poss of marijuana; 2 or more prior convictions; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body; Interference with Law Enforcement; Obstruct, Resist, Oppose; Felony Case, Execution of a Felony Warrant; Direct Contempt

3/24/2024 12:59 AM-Salvatore	Phillip Fonte III-Drugs; Distribute Substance designated in 65-4105,4107,4109,4111(Oxy, Hydrocodone); 10 to &lt; 100 dosage units; Endangering a Child; AGGRAVATED; Expose to the Sale/Manufacture Methamphetamine; Poss of marijuana; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body; Driving while license cancelled/suspended/revoked; misd; unknown conv; Failure to Appear

3/23/2024 10:17 PM-Tina	Kay Henrici-Criminal Damage to Property; Without consent; &lt; $1,000&nbsp;

3/23/2024 9:31 PM-Tracey	Cornelius Mason-Failure to Appear&nbsp;

3/23/2024 8:35 PM-Dylan	Kenneth Willard-Viol protection order; Pre-trial order; Theft; Property or Services; Less than $1,500&nbsp;

3/23/2024 7:29 PM-Aidan	Riley Shane Douglas-Failure to Appear; Poss of opiate, narcotic, or certain stimulant; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body; Interference with Law Enforcement; Obstruct, Resist, Oppose, Misd case, Execution of Misd Warrant; Pedestrian; Under the Influence of Alcohol/Drugs upon Roadway

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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;3/24/2024 1:38 AM-William	Dale Myers III-Poss of marijuana; 2 or more prior convictions; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body; Interference with Law Enforcement; Obstruct, Resist, Oppose; Felony Case, Execution of a Felony Warrant; Direct Contempt3/24/2024 12:59 AM-Salvatore	Phillip Fonte III-Drugs; Distribute Substance designated in 65-4105,4107,4109,4111(Oxy, Hydrocodone); 10 to &lt; 100 dosage units; Endangering a Child; AGGRAVATED; Expose to the Sale/Manufacture Methamphetamine; Poss of marijuana; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body; Driving while license cancelled/suspended/revoked; misd; unknown conv; Failure to Appear3/23/2024 10:17 PM-Tina	Kay Henrici-Criminal Damage to Property; Without consent; &lt; $1,000&nbsp;3/23/2024 9:31 PM-Tracey	Cornelius Mason-Failure to Appear&nbsp;3/23/2024 8:35 PM-Dylan	Kenneth Willard-Viol protection order; Pre-trial order; Theft; Property or Services; Less than $1,500&nbsp;3/23/2024 7:29 PM-Aidan	Riley Shane Douglas-Failure to Appear; Poss of opiate, narcotic, or certain stimulant; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body; Interference with Law Enforcement; Obstruct, Resist, Oppose, Misd case, Execution of Misd Warrant; Pedestrian; Under the Influence of Alcohol/Drugs upon Roadway

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — March's Allen Samuels CDJR Teacher of the Month is Randa Nickel, she is a pre-school teacher at South Hutchinson Elementary School with USD 309.

"Teachers get into teaching because they love children," Nickel said. "I taught kindergarten for ten years, then I was a stay at home mom for seven. Now, I'm back in the classroom again. I've been in preschool now for five years. I absolutely adore my job."

She sees the thought of getting ABCs and 123s into little kids as happening even more often than it did before she came back to the classroom.

"The state has really pushed us in a direction of academics earlier with kids," Nickel said. "I don't know that that's necessarily developmentally appropriate. There are a lot of things that I felt like, when I first started teaching kindergarten, that they are expecting preschoolers to know now. Some of that is just introduction."

Like many teachers of Pre-K and lower elementary grades, Nickel has to keep the kids in motion to keep their attention.

"We do a lot of movement," Nickel said. "We switch activities very frequently. We start our morning off by a morning story. Then, as soon as we're done with our story, we stand up and we do three wiggle songs, is what we call them, to get our wiggles out for the day, so that we are ready to sit and listen and learn. We don't do a lot of sitting. We do a lot of moving and playing. We do a lot of play based learning, where they are playing with a purpose. They don't realize that they are learning something while they are playing, but they are."

Nickel's class received pizza from Pizza Hut and ice cream from Braum's as recognition of her award.

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 <figcaption>Randa Nickel is pictured with her class and with Ashley Weve with EAGLE Media and Cris Schul with Allen Samuels CDJR.</figcaption>
 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — March's Allen Samuels CDJR Teacher of the Month is Randa Nickel, she is a pre-school teacher at South Hutchinson Elementary School with USD 309."Teachers get into teaching because they love children," Nickel said. "I taught kindergarten for ten years, then I was a stay at home mom for seven. Now, I'm back in the classroom again. I've been in preschool now for five years. I absolutely adore my job."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/3/1711192014243.jpeg" alt="The students received an ice cream and pizza party thanks to Randa Nickel winning the Teacher of the Month. The pizza is from Pizza Hut and the ice cream is from Braums." />
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 </figure>She sees the thought of getting ABCs and 123s into little kids as happening even more often than it did before she came back to the classroom."The state has really pushed us in a direction of academics earlier with kids," Nickel said. "I don't know that that's necessarily developmentally appropriate. There are a lot of things that I felt like, when I first started teaching kindergarten, that they are expecting preschoolers to know now. Some of that is just introduction."Like many teachers of Pre-K and lower elementary grades, Nickel has to keep the kids in motion to keep their attention."We do a lot of movement," Nickel said. "We switch activities very frequently. We start our morning off by a morning story. Then, as soon as we're done with our story, we stand up and we do three wiggle songs, is what we call them, to get our wiggles out for the day, so that we are ready to sit and listen and learn. We don't do a lot of sitting. We do a lot of moving and playing. We do a lot of play based learning, where they are playing with a purpose. They don't realize that they are learning something while they are playing, but they are."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/3/1711192099155.jpeg" alt="Randa Nickel's class is ready for their party on Friday, March 23." />
 <figcaption>Randa Nickel's class is ready for their party on Friday, March 23.</figcaption>
 </figure>Nickel's class received pizza from Pizza Hut and ice cream from Braum's as recognition of her award.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile&nbsp;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;

Teacher of the month: Nickel adores her job

Hutch Post put a list together of Easter events in Reno and surrounding counties. To add an event to the list, email hutchpost@eagleradio.net. The events listed are March 23-March 31.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/664857535678754">Easter Egg Hunt-Nickerson</a> March 23-11 a.m.&nbsp; Weber Park&nbsp;&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1347278865979742/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22search_results%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22bookmark_search%22%7D]%2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3Anull%7D">Newton Community Easter Egg Hunt</a> March 23-1 p.m.&nbsp; First Presbyterian Church&nbsp; 900 N. Columbus Ave.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/359051003674495">Easter Egg Hunt-Hutchinson</a> March 23-4 p.m.&nbsp; Kansas State Fairgrounds 308 Grandstand Ave.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.messiahfestival.org/#events">Messiah Festival of the Arts-Lindsborg</a>&nbsp; March 24-31&nbsp; Bethany College&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.choose-newton.com/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/5859/13505?npage=2">Eggstravaganza Easter Egg Hunt-Newton</a> March 29-6 p.m. Newton 12th &amp; Boyd Soccer Complex &nbsp;&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1466638180900055/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22search_results%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22bookmark_search%22%7D]%2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3Anull%7D">Mount Hope Easter Egg Hunt</a> March 30-10 a.m.&nbsp; Mt. Hope Sports Complex&nbsp; 400 W. Main St.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/394297506581654">Hop Your Way Through Downtown Hutch</a> March 30-11 a.m. 305 Kansas Ave.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=903147861820520&amp;set=a.487968813338429">Easter Egg Hunt-Turon</a>&nbsp; March 30-1 p.m.&nbsp; City Park in Turon

<a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1328334201169218">Easter Egg Hunt-Pratt</a> March 30-11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.&nbsp; American Legion Post 86&nbsp; 601 E. 3rd St.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/6927907500671533">Saltcity Cowboy Church Easter Egg Hunt-South Hutchinson</a> March 30-2 p.m.&nbsp; Voss Park&nbsp; 7 E. Ave. B&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/777109767627667">3rd Annual Pictures with the Easter Bunny</a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/777109767627667">-Haven</a> March 30-2:30 p.m.&nbsp; On the Patio at Daisy Jo's&nbsp; 117 N. Kansas St.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/819551886665006">Easter Fun Show-Hutchinson</a>&nbsp; March 31-3-7 p.m.&nbsp; Sandhill Saddle Club&nbsp; 815 W. 69th Ave.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/2/1709054204526.jpeg" alt="Graphic by Emmie Boese." />
 <figcaption>Graphic by Emmie Boese.</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutch Post put a list together of Easter events in Reno and surrounding counties. To add an event to the list, email hutchpost@eagleradio.net. The events listed are March 23-March 31.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/664857535678754">Easter Egg Hunt-Nickerson</a> March 23-11 a.m.&nbsp; Weber Park&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1347278865979742/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22search_results%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22bookmark_search%22%7D]%2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3Anull%7D">Newton Community Easter Egg Hunt</a> March 23-1 p.m.&nbsp; First Presbyterian Church&nbsp; 900 N. Columbus Ave.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/359051003674495">Easter Egg Hunt-Hutchinson</a> March 23-4 p.m.&nbsp; Kansas State Fairgrounds 308 Grandstand Ave.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.messiahfestival.org/#events">Messiah Festival of the Arts-Lindsborg</a>&nbsp; March 24-31&nbsp; Bethany College&nbsp;<a href="https://www.choose-newton.com/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/5859/13505?npage=2">Eggstravaganza Easter Egg Hunt-Newton</a> March 29-6 p.m. Newton 12th &amp; Boyd Soccer Complex &nbsp;&nbsp; <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1466638180900055/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22search_results%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22bookmark_search%22%7D]%2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3Anull%7D">Mount Hope Easter Egg Hunt</a> March 30-10 a.m.&nbsp; Mt. Hope Sports Complex&nbsp; 400 W. Main St.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/394297506581654">Hop Your Way Through Downtown Hutch</a> March 30-11 a.m. 305 Kansas Ave.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=903147861820520&amp;set=a.487968813338429">Easter Egg Hunt-Turon</a>&nbsp; March 30-1 p.m.&nbsp; City Park in Turon<a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1328334201169218">Easter Egg Hunt-Pratt</a> March 30-11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.&nbsp; American Legion Post 86&nbsp; 601 E. 3rd St.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/6927907500671533">Saltcity Cowboy Church Easter Egg Hunt-South Hutchinson</a> March 30-2 p.m.&nbsp; Voss Park&nbsp; 7 E. Ave. B&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/777109767627667">3rd Annual Pictures with the Easter Bunny</a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/777109767627667">-Haven</a> March 30-2:30 p.m.&nbsp; On the Patio at Daisy Jo's&nbsp; 117 N. Kansas St.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/819551886665006">Easter Fun Show-Hutchinson</a>&nbsp; March 31-3-7 p.m.&nbsp; Sandhill Saddle Club&nbsp; 815 W. 69th Ave.&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;

Easter Activities

RENO COUNTY, Kan. — Two ramp closures at the west K-14/U.S. 50 junction in Reno County -- part of a K-14 patching project – have been delayed by expected cold weather.

The first closure, on the ramp connecting westbound U.S. 50 to northbound K-14, had been scheduled to begin Monday, March 25. That closure has been delayed until around Wednesday, March 27, and is expected to be completed by the evening of Friday, March 29.

The second closure, on the ramp connecting southbound K-14 to westbound U.S. 50, had been expected to begin around Thursday, March 28. It has been delayed until further notice.

During the ramp closures, motorists should seek other routes.

The ramp closures are part of a nearly $3.6 million patching project on K-14. The Kansas Department of Transportation project is from the west K-14/U.S. 50 junction north to Yaggy Road.&nbsp;The length is almost 7 miles.

The work began Monday, March 18, and is expected to be completed around mid-August.

During the work, K-14 traffic will be restricted to one lane and controlled by flaggers or a pilot car. Ramps will be closed at times. Motorists should be prepared to slow down and stop and face delays of up to 15 minutes.

Iowa Civil Contracting Inc., of Victor, Iowa, is the primary contractor for the $3,559,085 project.

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

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/3/1711204821897.png" alt="Project area is marked in red." />
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 </figure>TIM POTTER KDOTRENO COUNTY, Kan. — Two ramp closures at the west K-14/U.S. 50 junction in Reno County -- part of a K-14 patching project – have been delayed by expected cold weather.The first closure, on the ramp connecting westbound U.S. 50 to northbound K-14, had been scheduled to begin Monday, March 25. That closure has been delayed until around Wednesday, March 27, and is expected to be completed by the evening of Friday, March 29.The second closure, on the ramp connecting southbound K-14 to westbound U.S. 50, had been expected to begin around Thursday, March 28. It has been delayed until further notice.During the ramp closures, motorists should seek other routes.The ramp closures are part of a nearly $3.6 million patching project on K-14. The Kansas Department of Transportation project is from the west K-14/U.S. 50 junction north to Yaggy Road.&nbsp;The length is almost 7 miles.The work began Monday, March 18, and is expected to be completed around mid-August.During the work, K-14 traffic will be restricted to one lane and controlled by flaggers or a pilot car. Ramps will be closed at times. Motorists should be prepared to slow down and stop and face delays of up to 15 minutes.Iowa Civil Contracting Inc., of Victor, Iowa, is the primary contractor for the $3,559,085 project.For updated information on this and other KDOT highway projects and road conditions across the state, go to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.kandrive.org/" target="_blank">www.kandrive.gov</a>.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile&nbsp;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;

Ramp closure delayed until Wednesday

NEWTON, Kan. — Newton City Clerk Denise Duerksen has been selected as the 2024 Mildred Vance City Clerk/Finance Officer of the Year for the State of Kansas. The award was announced at the City Clerks and Municipal Finance Officers Association of Kansas (CCMFOA) Conference in Manhattan on Thursday, March 21.

Duerksen began her career with the City of Newton in 1991 as an administrative assistant to the city manager. She began serving as deputy city clerk in 1997 before being appointed city clerk in 2007.

Because of her long tenure in the field, Duerksen is regarded as an expert and valuable resource among her peers. Because of her caring nature, she’s also become a trusted mentor for many new city officials beginning their careers.

“Denise is such a valued member of our executive team,” City Manager Daniela Rivas said. “She’s a wealth of historical knowledge and is always willing to go the extra mile for her colleagues and the community. We are so fortunate to have her on our team.”

Over the years, Duerksen has led the City of Newton through dozens of projects to improve the organization’s professionalism, customer service, and efficiency – including implementing digital ordinance codification, new agenda management software, new permitting and licensing procedures, and a new records retention policy.

Duerksen earned her Certified Municipal Clerk (CMC) designation in 2000. She regularly teaches professional development sessions at state conferences, as well as the annual Clerks Certification Institute at WSU. In 2023, she earned her Master Municipal Clerk (MMC) designation from the IIMC. This is the highest recognition a city clerk can achieve, given only to clerks who complete the most demanding educational requirements and have a record of significant contributions to their communities.

She has served on numerous CCMFOA committees and the board of directors, and this year is serving as board president. She was also one of the founding members of Administrative Assistants of Kansas Cities (AAKC) and has been instrumental in the success of AAKC, serving on the executive board, various committees, reviewing certified municipal assistant applications, as well as playing a key part in the Nancy Crain Administrative Professional of the Year award.

Duerksen has served in a number of community leadership roles over the years, including:

Past Chair of Harvey County United Way Board of Directors and Chair of the Community Investment Committee

Ambassador for Newton Area Chamber of Commerce

In 2020, Duerksen was honored as the Newton Woman of the Year by the Newton Business &amp; Professional Women (BPW) for her service to the community.

She also has a passion for music and fitness and has taught many community fitness classes over the years. She is well-known in the cycling community across the state. She has been an organizer of Biking Across Kansas (BAK) for more than 20 years and now serves on its Board of Directors.

This award is presented each year to a City Clerk or Finance Officer who has made significant contributions to the State association, the profession and their city. The award was named in honor of Mildred Vance, former auditor and City Clerk/ Municipal Finance Officer of Parsons, who served her community from 1948 to 1988. Mildred was instrumental in developing and promoting professional education programs for city clerks and finance officers at the state and national levels and was one of the first 100 clerks to receive the Certified Municipal Clerk (CMC) designation in 1972. She strongly believed that city clerks and finance officers should contribute to their communities, and she unselfishly gave of her time and talents in church, community and civic activities.

To be eligible for the award, nominees must: 1) be a current Kansas city clerk or finance officer who has held the position for at least three years; 2) be a member of CCMFOA for at least three years; and 3) have attained the status of Certified Municipal Clerk (CMC); or have received the GFOA Certificate of Achievement in Financial Reporting.

A five-member panel of judges reviews all nominations and rates candidates on a point system. The Selection Committee consists of two prior year recipients of the award, the Missouri Clerk/Finance Officers Association President, the Illinois Clerk Association President and a League of Kansas Municipalities representative.

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 </figure>City of NewtonNEWTON, Kan. — Newton City Clerk Denise Duerksen has been selected as the 2024 Mildred Vance City Clerk/Finance Officer of the Year for the State of Kansas. The award was announced at the City Clerks and Municipal Finance Officers Association of Kansas (CCMFOA) Conference in Manhattan on Thursday, March 21.Duerksen began her career with the City of Newton in 1991 as an administrative assistant to the city manager. She began serving as deputy city clerk in 1997 before being appointed city clerk in 2007.Because of her long tenure in the field, Duerksen is regarded as an expert and valuable resource among her peers. Because of her caring nature, she’s also become a trusted mentor for many new city officials beginning their careers.“Denise is such a valued member of our executive team,” City Manager Daniela Rivas said. “She’s a wealth of historical knowledge and is always willing to go the extra mile for her colleagues and the community. We are so fortunate to have her on our team.”Over the years, Duerksen has led the City of Newton through dozens of projects to improve the organization’s professionalism, customer service, and efficiency – including implementing digital ordinance codification, new agenda management software, new permitting and licensing procedures, and a new records retention policy.Duerksen earned her Certified Municipal Clerk (CMC) designation in 2000. She regularly teaches professional development sessions at state conferences, as well as the annual Clerks Certification Institute at WSU. In 2023, she earned her Master Municipal Clerk (MMC) designation from the IIMC. This is the highest recognition a city clerk can achieve, given only to clerks who complete the most demanding educational requirements and have a record of significant contributions to their communities.She has served on numerous CCMFOA committees and the board of directors, and this year is serving as board president. She was also one of the founding members of Administrative Assistants of Kansas Cities (AAKC) and has been instrumental in the success of AAKC, serving on the executive board, various committees, reviewing certified municipal assistant applications, as well as playing a key part in the Nancy Crain Administrative Professional of the Year award.Duerksen has served in a number of community leadership roles over the years, including:Past Chair of Harvey County United Way Board of Directors and Chair of the Community Investment CommitteeAmbassador for Newton Area Chamber of CommerceMember of Healthy Harvey CoalitionMember of ReNewton Bicycle InitiativeDeacon at Alexanderwohl Mennonite ChurchIn 2020, Duerksen was honored as the Newton Woman of the Year by the Newton Business &amp; Professional Women (BPW) for her service to the community.She also has a passion for music and fitness and has taught many community fitness classes over the years. She is well-known in the cycling community across the state. She has been an organizer of Biking Across Kansas (BAK) for more than 20 years and now serves on its Board of Directors.About the Mildred Vance AwardThis award is presented each year to a City Clerk or Finance Officer who has made significant contributions to the State association, the profession and their city. The award was named in honor of Mildred Vance, former auditor and City Clerk/ Municipal Finance Officer of Parsons, who served her community from 1948 to 1988. Mildred was instrumental in developing and promoting professional education programs for city clerks and finance officers at the state and national levels and was one of the first 100 clerks to receive the Certified Municipal Clerk (CMC) designation in 1972. She strongly believed that city clerks and finance officers should contribute to their communities, and she unselfishly gave of her time and talents in church, community and civic activities.To be eligible for the award, nominees must: 1) be a current Kansas city clerk or finance officer who has held the position for at least three years; 2) be a member of CCMFOA for at least three years; and 3) have attained the status of Certified Municipal Clerk (CMC); or have received the GFOA Certificate of Achievement in Financial Reporting.A five-member panel of judges reviews all nominations and rates candidates on a point system. The Selection Committee consists of two prior year recipients of the award, the Missouri Clerk/Finance Officers Association President, the Illinois Clerk Association President and a League of Kansas Municipalities representative.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile&nbsp;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;

Newton city clerk honored as Clerk of the Year

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;

3/22/2024 11:29 PM-Evan	Robert Essmiller-Domestic Battery; Knowingly Cause Physical Contact (1st conviction); Criminal Damage to Property; Without consent; &lt; $1,000

3/22/2024 11:11 PM-Randy	Wayne Andelt-DL Violation; No Drivers License

3/22/2024 10:40 PM-Ismael Chavez-Driving while license cancelled/suspended/revoked; misd; unknown conv&nbsp;

3/22/2024 9:42 PM-Chel Marie	Susan Rainwater-Direct Contempt; Interference with Law Enforcement; Obstruct, Resist, Oppose; Felony Case, Execution of a Felony Warrant

3/22/2024 7:46 PM-Paul	William Keith Massey-Probation Violation

3/22/2024 6:19 PM-Cassondra	Marie Scott-Agg assault; w/ deadly weapon; DUI; 1st conv; incapable of safely driving; Alcohol; Illegal Transportation of Alcoholic Beverage

3/22/2024 4:41 PM-Tabatha	Renee Fritzemeier-DUI; 4th conv in 10 yrs; incapable of safe driving

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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;3/22/2024 11:29 PM-Evan	Robert Essmiller-Domestic Battery; Knowingly Cause Physical Contact (1st conviction); Criminal Damage to Property; Without consent; &lt; $1,0003/22/2024 11:11 PM-Randy	Wayne Andelt-DL Violation; No Drivers License3/22/2024 10:40 PM-Ismael Chavez-Driving while license cancelled/suspended/revoked; misd; unknown conv&nbsp;3/22/2024 9:42 PM-Chel Marie	Susan Rainwater-Direct Contempt; Interference with Law Enforcement; Obstruct, Resist, Oppose; Felony Case, Execution of a Felony Warrant3/22/2024 7:46 PM-Paul	William Keith Massey-Probation Violation3/22/2024 6:19 PM-Cassondra	Marie Scott-Agg assault; w/ deadly weapon; DUI; 1st conv; incapable of safely driving; Alcohol; Illegal Transportation of Alcoholic Beverage3/22/2024 4:41 PM-Tabatha	Renee Fritzemeier-DUI; 4th conv in 10 yrs; incapable of safe driving3/22/2024 2:22 PM-Jerlene	Lenay Oliver-Failure to Appear3/22/2024 2:10 PM-Levi	Clinton Wickliffe-Poss of marijuana; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body; Viol protection order; Pre-trial order3/22/2024 11:01 AM-Joshua	Robert Mudd-Probation Violation3/22/2024 10:05 AM-Joseph	Andrew	Wenzel Vargas-DUI; 2nd conv; drugs or combination of drugs3/22/2024 9:54 AM-Leshawn	Wontel Trass-Probation Violation