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HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Community College men's basketball team extended its current win streak to six games, as the Blue Dragons defeated Seward County, 67-50 on Wednesday at the Sports Arena.

HutchCC is now 12-5 overall, 8-3 in the Jayhawk Conference.

The Blue Dragons fell behind five in the first half, but settled into the slow paced tempo that the Saints wanted to play. 

Hutchinson held a 34-29 lead at halftime.

The Blue Dragons' defense stepped up in the second half and held the Saints to 21 points, while Hutchinson scored 33 second half points.

HutchCC shot 54% from the floor, including 7 of 16 from behind the arc and 10 of 12 at the foul stripe. Seward County was held to 37% on 21 of 56 shooting.

D.J. Dudley led the Blue Dragons with 25 points, nine rebounds and five assists. Khalil Arnold and Bobby Cannon had 11 points apiece, while Bo Aldridge had six points and seven rebounds.

Muhammed Jobe had 20 points to lead an injury-depleted Saints roster.

Hutchinson will travel to Dodge City (6-11, 3-8) on Saturday. The game will tipoff at 3 p.m. inside the Student Activity Center. The game will be broadcasted on KHUT-FM (102.9), the flagship station for Blue Dragon athletics with pregame coverage starting at 12:45 p.m. with Sean Boston (play-by-play) and Daren Dunn (analyst).

Seward County (2-14, 1-10) will travel to Garden City for a 4 p.m. tipoff on Saturday in Conestoga Arena.

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 </figure><a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/mbkb/2024-25/boxscores/20250115_5wc4.xml?view=boxscore">BOX SCORE</a>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Community College men's basketball team extended its current win streak to six games, as the Blue Dragons defeated Seward County, 67-50 on Wednesday at the Sports Arena.HutchCC is now 12-5 overall, 8-3 in the Jayhawk Conference.The Blue Dragons fell behind five in the first half, but settled into the slow paced tempo that the Saints wanted to play. Hutchinson held a 34-29 lead at halftime.The Blue Dragons' defense stepped up in the second half and held the Saints to 21 points, while Hutchinson scored 33 second half points.HutchCC shot 54% from the floor, including 7 of 16 from behind the arc and 10 of 12 at the foul stripe. Seward County was held to 37% on 21 of 56 shooting.D.J. Dudley led the Blue Dragons with 25 points, nine rebounds and five assists. Khalil Arnold and Bobby Cannon had 11 points apiece, while Bo Aldridge had six points and seven rebounds.Muhammed Jobe had 20 points to lead an injury-depleted Saints roster.Hutchinson will travel to Dodge City (6-11, 3-8) on Saturday. The game will tipoff at 3 p.m. inside the Student Activity Center. The game will be broadcasted on KHUT-FM (102.9), the flagship station for Blue Dragon athletics with pregame coverage starting at 12:45 p.m. with Sean Boston (play-by-play) and Daren Dunn (analyst).Seward County (2-14, 1-10) will travel to Garden City for a 4 p.m. tipoff on Saturday in Conestoga Arena.

🏀 HutchCC downs Seward County for sixth straight win

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HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The No. 1-ranked Hutchinson Community College women's basketball team overcame a slow start in route to a 52-40 win over Seward County Community College on Wednesday at the Sports Arena.

The Blue Dragons improved their record to 17-0 overall, 11-0 in the Jayhawk Conference. HutchCC extended its win streak to 54 games, 38 straight against KJCCC schools.&nbsp;

The win also marked the 500th career head coaching victory for John Ontjes, who is in his 18th season. Ontjes now holds a 500-96 overall record.

Hutchinson didn't score it's first points until the 4:11 mark in the first quarter, already trailing 4-0 at that moment. The Blue Dragons held a slim 7-6 lead after the first quarter, the lowest scoring first period by HutchCC this season.

The Blue Dragons led 21-16 at halftime and then 38-29 after three quarters. Hutchinson extended the lead to 16 in the fourth quarter, their largest lead of the night.

Hailey Jackson finished with a team-high 21 points and 11 rebounds to lead the Blue Dragons, while Madi Denison and Jada Pleasant each had 10 points.&nbsp;

Ari Gordon led Seward County with 15 points, the only Saints player in double-figure scoring.

Hutchinson (17-0, 11-0) will travel to No. 3 Dodge City (15-2, 10-1) on Saturday. The game will tipoff at 1 p.m. inside the Student Activity Center. The game will be broadcasted on KHUT-FM (102.9), the flagship station for Blue Dragon athletics with pregame coverage starting at 12:45 p.m. with Sean Boston (play-by-play) and Daren Dunn (analyst).

Seward County (11-6, 6-5) will travel to Garden City on Saturday for a 2 p.m. tipoff from Conestoga Arena.

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 </figure><a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/wbkb/2024-25/boxscores/20250115_xtb9.xml?view=boxscore">BOX SCORE</a>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The No. 1-ranked Hutchinson Community College women's basketball team overcame a slow start in route to a 52-40 win over Seward County Community College on Wednesday at the Sports Arena.The Blue Dragons improved their record to 17-0 overall, 11-0 in the Jayhawk Conference. HutchCC extended its win streak to 54 games, 38 straight against KJCCC schools.&nbsp;The win also marked the 500th career head coaching victory for John Ontjes, who is in his 18th season. Ontjes now holds a 500-96 overall record.Hutchinson didn't score it's first points until the 4:11 mark in the first quarter, already trailing 4-0 at that moment. The Blue Dragons held a slim 7-6 lead after the first quarter, the lowest scoring first period by HutchCC this season.The Blue Dragons led 21-16 at halftime and then 38-29 after three quarters. Hutchinson extended the lead to 16 in the fourth quarter, their largest lead of the night.Hailey Jackson finished with a team-high 21 points and 11 rebounds to lead the Blue Dragons, while Madi Denison and Jada Pleasant each had 10 points.&nbsp;Ari Gordon led Seward County with 15 points, the only Saints player in double-figure scoring.Hutchinson (17-0, 11-0) will travel to No. 3 Dodge City (15-2, 10-1) on Saturday. The game will tipoff at 1 p.m. inside the Student Activity Center. The game will be broadcasted on KHUT-FM (102.9), the flagship station for Blue Dragon athletics with pregame coverage starting at 12:45 p.m. with Sean Boston (play-by-play) and Daren Dunn (analyst).Seward County (11-6, 6-5) will travel to Garden City on Saturday for a 2 p.m. tipoff from Conestoga Arena.

🏀 Blue Dragons defeat Saints, Ontjes picks up win No. 500

BLUE DRAGON MEN'S BASKETBALL Hutchinson (11-5, 7-3) vs. Seward County (2-13, 1-9) When: Wednesday, January 15, 2025 Where: Hutchinson Sports Arena, Hutchinson, KS Time: 7:30 p.m. Radio:&nbsp;<a href="https://streamdb5web.securenetsystems.net/v5/KHUT" target="_blank">KHUT-FM (102.9); KWBW-AM/FM (1450/98.5), 7:15 p.m. - Sean Boston (PBP); Dan Naccarato (Analyst)</a> Video:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kjcccsports.net/hutchcc/?B=1913498">Blue Dragon Sports Network, 7:15 p.m.</a> X: @bluedragonsport Halftime: Celebration of Blue Dragon National Championship Football Team <a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/mbkb/2024-25/files/Game_17_-_Seward_County_men.pdf">CLICK FOR FULL BLUE DRAGON GAME NOTES (PDF Format)</a>

Riding a five-game winning streak, the Hutchinson Community College men's basketball team returns home Wednesday for its first meeting of the season with the Seward County Saints.

The Blue Dragons (11-5, 7-3 KJCCC) and Saints (2-13, 1-9 KJCCC) tip off in their KJCCC contest at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday at the Hutchinson Sports Arena. At halftime, the 2024 NJCAA National Football Champion Blue Dragons will be honored.

Wednesday's game will be broadcast live on Blue Dragon flagship station KHUT-FM (102.9) and on sister stations KWBW-AM/FM (1450/98.5) beginning at 7:15 p.m. with Sean Boston (play-by-play) and Dan Naccarato (analyst) calling the action. The game will be streamed live and free on the Blue Dragon Sports Network beginning at 7:15 p.m.

The Blue Dragons started the season ranked No. 15 in the preseason NJCAA Rankings. After a 4-2 start to the season, the Blue Dragons fell out of the poll, but riding their current winning streak, which includes two wins over Top 10 opponents, the Blue Dragons are again receiving votes.

The Blue Dragons were in a bit of trouble on Saturday at Pratt, trailing the Beavers by as many as 15 points in the first half and seven points in the second half. Powered by a career-high 24 points by sophomore&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/mbkb/2024-25/bios/arnold_khalil_9vae">Khalil Arnold</a>, the Blue Dragons rallied, outscoring the Beavers by 15 points in the second half for an 87-77 victory.

Over the Blue Dragons' win streak they have averaged 78.0 points per game while shooting 46.0 percent. Over that same span of games, the Dragons have allowed only 72.0 points and 40.0 percent shooting.

The Saints enter play on Wednesday on a five-game losing streak, which included a buzzer-beating 51-50 loss to Coffeyville at the Green House on Saturday. Benni Kazadi came off the bench to lead the Saints with 18 points Kiku Parker had 11 points as Seward County shot only 36.4 percent from the floor.

Wednesday's game will be the 118th all-time matchup in a series that began in 1970. The Blue Dragons own an 86-31 all-time lead, including 50-6 in games played at the Sports Arena.

Seward County and Saturday's game at Dodge City will conclude the first round around the Jayhawk Conference for the Blue Dragons.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/1/1736967682693.jpeg" alt="Isaiah Jackson and the Blue Dragon men's basketball team plays host to Seward County at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday in the Sports Arena. (Steve Carpenter/Blue Dragon Sports Information)" />
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 </figure>BLUE DRAGON MEN'S BASKETBALL Hutchinson (11-5, 7-3) vs. Seward County (2-13, 1-9) When: Wednesday, January 15, 2025 Where: Hutchinson Sports Arena, Hutchinson, KS Time: 7:30 p.m. Radio:&nbsp;<a href="https://streamdb5web.securenetsystems.net/v5/KHUT" target="_blank">KHUT-FM (102.9); KWBW-AM/FM (1450/98.5), 7:15 p.m. - Sean Boston (PBP); Dan Naccarato (Analyst)</a> Video:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kjcccsports.net/hutchcc/?B=1913498">Blue Dragon Sports Network, 7:15 p.m.</a> X: @bluedragonsport Halftime: Celebration of Blue Dragon National Championship Football Team <a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/mbkb/2024-25/files/Game_17_-_Seward_County_men.pdf">CLICK FOR FULL BLUE DRAGON GAME NOTES (PDF Format)</a>Hutchinson CC Sports InformationRiding a five-game winning streak, the Hutchinson Community College men's basketball team returns home Wednesday for its first meeting of the season with the Seward County Saints.The Blue Dragons (11-5, 7-3 KJCCC) and Saints (2-13, 1-9 KJCCC) tip off in their KJCCC contest at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday at the Hutchinson Sports Arena. At halftime, the 2024 NJCAA National Football Champion Blue Dragons will be honored.Wednesday's game will be broadcast live on Blue Dragon flagship station KHUT-FM (102.9) and on sister stations KWBW-AM/FM (1450/98.5) beginning at 7:15 p.m. with Sean Boston (play-by-play) and Dan Naccarato (analyst) calling the action. The game will be streamed live and free on the Blue Dragon Sports Network beginning at 7:15 p.m.The Blue Dragons started the season ranked No. 15 in the preseason NJCAA Rankings. After a 4-2 start to the season, the Blue Dragons fell out of the poll, but riding their current winning streak, which includes two wins over Top 10 opponents, the Blue Dragons are again receiving votes.The Blue Dragons were in a bit of trouble on Saturday at Pratt, trailing the Beavers by as many as 15 points in the first half and seven points in the second half. Powered by a career-high 24 points by sophomore&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/mbkb/2024-25/bios/arnold_khalil_9vae">Khalil Arnold</a>, the Blue Dragons rallied, outscoring the Beavers by 15 points in the second half for an 87-77 victory.Over the Blue Dragons' win streak they have averaged 78.0 points per game while shooting 46.0 percent. Over that same span of games, the Dragons have allowed only 72.0 points and 40.0 percent shooting.The Saints enter play on Wednesday on a five-game losing streak, which included a buzzer-beating 51-50 loss to Coffeyville at the Green House on Saturday. Benni Kazadi came off the bench to lead the Saints with 18 points Kiku Parker had 11 points as Seward County shot only 36.4 percent from the floor.Wednesday's game will be the 118th all-time matchup in a series that began in 1970. The Blue Dragons own an 86-31 all-time lead, including 50-6 in games played at the Sports Arena.Seward County and Saturday's game at Dodge City will conclude the first round around the Jayhawk Conference for the Blue Dragons.

🏀 Blue Dragon men host Saints at Sports Arena

BLUE DRAGON WOMEN'S BASKETBALL No. 1 Hutchinson (16-0, 10-0) vs. Seward County (11-5, 6-4) When: Wednesday, January 15, 2025 Where: Hutchinson Sports Arena, Hutchinson, KS Time: 5:30 p.m. Radio:&nbsp;<a href="https://streamdb5web.securenetsystems.net/v5/KHUT" target="_blank">KHUT-FM (102.9); KWBW-AM/FM (1450/98.5), 5:15 p.m. - Sean Boston (PBP); Dan Naccarato (Analyst)</a> Video:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kjcccsports.net/hutchcc/?B=1913496">Blue Dragon Sports Network, 5:15 p.m.</a> X: @bluedragonsport <a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/wbkb/2024-25/files/Game_17_-_Seward_County_women.pdf">CLICK FOR FULL BLUE DRAGON GAME NOTES (PDF Format)</a>

Hutchinson Community College women's basketball coach John Ontjes makes his first attempt and career victory No. 500 as his No. 1 Blue Dragons play host to the Seward County Saints on Wednesday night.

The Blue Dragons (16-0, 10-0 KJCCC) and the Saints (11-5, 6-4) tip off at 5:30&nbsp;p.m. at the Hutchinson Sports Arena.

The game will be broadcast live on Blue Dragon flagship station KHUT-FM (102.9) and on sister stations KWBW-AM/FM (1450/98.5) beginning at 5:15 p.m. with Sean Boston (play-by-play) and Dan Naccarato (analyst) calling the action. The game will be streamed live and for free on the Blue Dragon Sports Network at 5:15 p.m.

Now in his 18th season on the Blue Dragon bench, Ontjes has posted a career record of 499-96 at Hutchinson. The 499 career wins rank No. 2 in KJCCC history and Region 6 history. Ontjes has led the Blue Dragons to 10 KJCCC titles, eight Region 6 crowns, 11 appearances in the NJCAA Tournament, five trips to the NJCAA Tournament semifinals and the 2024 NJCAA national championship.

Win No. 499 came on Saturday as the Blue Dragons took charge early and rolled to a 92-47 win at Pratt. The Blue Dragons shot nearly 55 percent as&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/wbkb/2024-25/bios/jackson_hailey_q6t6">Hailey Jackson</a>&nbsp;scored a game-high 20 points to lead the Blue Dragons.&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/wbkb/2024-25/bios/forbes_landon_o30r">Landon Forbes</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/wbkb/2024-25/bios/duncan_katie_ofa1">Katie Duncan</a>&nbsp;had 15 points each.

Defensively, the Dragons held the Beavers to 12 points in the first half and to 30.2 percent shooting with 28 turnovers.

Seward County lost to Coffeyville 73-65 on Saturday. The Saints have lost 2 of their last 3 games.

Against the Red Ravens, Avery Marchino led four Saints' players in double figures with 20 points. Allie Myers had 15 points with eight rebounds.

Once again the Blue Dragons will take on one of the best defensive teams in the KJCCC. Seward County is sixth in scoring defense at 53.8 points per game and fifth in overall shooting defense at 35.0 percent.

Hutchinson remains No. 1 in scoring defense allowing 48.6 points per game for the season and only 45.9 points per game in conference play.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/1/1736967463656.jpeg" alt="Head coach John Ontjes goes after his 500th career victory as the No. 1 Blue Dragons play host to Seward County at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday at the Sports Arena. (Steve Carpenter/Blue Dragon Sports Information)" />
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 </figure>BLUE DRAGON WOMEN'S BASKETBALL No. 1 Hutchinson (16-0, 10-0) vs. Seward County (11-5, 6-4) When: Wednesday, January 15, 2025 Where: Hutchinson Sports Arena, Hutchinson, KS Time: 5:30 p.m. Radio:&nbsp;<a href="https://streamdb5web.securenetsystems.net/v5/KHUT" target="_blank">KHUT-FM (102.9); KWBW-AM/FM (1450/98.5), 5:15 p.m. - Sean Boston (PBP); Dan Naccarato (Analyst)</a> Video:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kjcccsports.net/hutchcc/?B=1913496">Blue Dragon Sports Network, 5:15 p.m.</a> X: @bluedragonsport <a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/wbkb/2024-25/files/Game_17_-_Seward_County_women.pdf">CLICK FOR FULL BLUE DRAGON GAME NOTES (PDF Format)</a>Hutchinson CC Sports InformationHutchinson Community College women's basketball coach John Ontjes makes his first attempt and career victory No. 500 as his No. 1 Blue Dragons play host to the Seward County Saints on Wednesday night.The Blue Dragons (16-0, 10-0 KJCCC) and the Saints (11-5, 6-4) tip off at 5:30&nbsp;p.m. at the Hutchinson Sports Arena.The game will be broadcast live on Blue Dragon flagship station KHUT-FM (102.9) and on sister stations KWBW-AM/FM (1450/98.5) beginning at 5:15 p.m. with Sean Boston (play-by-play) and Dan Naccarato (analyst) calling the action. The game will be streamed live and for free on the Blue Dragon Sports Network at 5:15 p.m.Now in his 18th season on the Blue Dragon bench, Ontjes has posted a career record of 499-96 at Hutchinson. The 499 career wins rank No. 2 in KJCCC history and Region 6 history. Ontjes has led the Blue Dragons to 10 KJCCC titles, eight Region 6 crowns, 11 appearances in the NJCAA Tournament, five trips to the NJCAA Tournament semifinals and the 2024 NJCAA national championship.Win No. 499 came on Saturday as the Blue Dragons took charge early and rolled to a 92-47 win at Pratt. The Blue Dragons shot nearly 55 percent as&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/wbkb/2024-25/bios/jackson_hailey_q6t6">Hailey Jackson</a>&nbsp;scored a game-high 20 points to lead the Blue Dragons.&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/wbkb/2024-25/bios/forbes_landon_o30r">Landon Forbes</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/wbkb/2024-25/bios/duncan_katie_ofa1">Katie Duncan</a>&nbsp;had 15 points each.Defensively, the Dragons held the Beavers to 12 points in the first half and to 30.2 percent shooting with 28 turnovers.Seward County lost to Coffeyville 73-65 on Saturday. The Saints have lost 2 of their last 3 games.Against the Red Ravens, Avery Marchino led four Saints' players in double figures with 20 points. Allie Myers had 15 points with eight rebounds.Once again the Blue Dragons will take on one of the best defensive teams in the KJCCC. Seward County is sixth in scoring defense at 53.8 points per game and fifth in overall shooting defense at 35.0 percent.Hutchinson remains No. 1 in scoring defense allowing 48.6 points per game for the season and only 45.9 points per game in conference play.

🏀 No. 1 HutchCC women host Seward County as Ontjes goes for win No. 500

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Jonathan Vann with the City of Hutchinson explained to Hutch Post the expansion of events to commemorate the life of Martin Luther King, Jr. All events are at the Stringer Fine Arts Center at Hutchinson Community College.

"This year we're starting MLK weekend on Friday," Vann said. "We're beginning with a Money Mastery workshop on Friday called Money Mastery 101 and the purpose behind it is to make sure that we get as much financial information to the community as possible. That way we can increase opportunities for people whether it's that you want to plan a family, sustain your family after you're gone, purchase life insurance, medical insurance, trust annuities, all of that. If you want to buy a house, invest in rental properties, open a business or buy a business, whatever your desires and goals are with regard to finance, we've assembled a team of industry experts from Reno County that are going to come and present all of their information and their knowledge for two solid hours on Friday."

That event is from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 17. Saturday is an event for the whole family, as well.

"Saturday is our Lead the Change Summit," Vann said. "There's such a change that's happening here in Hutchin Reno County. It's like the landscape of leadership has just shifted and society wants to go with it and so what we want to do is to craft a workshop that's really centered around engagement and community empowerment that dials down the responsibility to the individual. What is my contribution to making sure that my community reflects the heart of community? We have empowerment workshops for men, women, boys, and girls. There will be four breakouts that are going to happen. It begins at 11 a.m. runs till about 2 p.m. Now we're also adding a vendor fair so if you are a person that crafts, if you are a baker, if you sew or whatever you do there's no registration fees but we do want to make sure that we have a conversation prior to Saturday's event."

Contact Vann at the city office if you want to be a vendor Saturday. Then Sunday is the traditional celebration.&nbsp;

"The community celebration begins at 2 p.m. but we've added another component," Vann said. "We're going to host a gospel concert that begins at 3:30 p.m."

Monday is a chance for both service and learning in the spirit of Dr. King.

"This is a collaborative effort with the Human Relations Office as well as Hutchinson NAACP, Hutch Community College and the United Way of Reno County plus the local health department." Vann said. "What we're going to be doing on Monday is crafting care packages that will be distributed later on in the week going to our unhoused population. At the same time we're also using this time of gathering as a open community forum where we're engaging different generations about topics and developments that we want to see happen here in Hutchinson and Reno County. So it is open to everyone there is lunch, lunch is going to be served towards the end of the event, but it's a time of building but also connecting."

Call Vann if you have any questions. His number is (620) 694-2608.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Jonathan Vann with the City of Hutchinson explained to Hutch Post the expansion of events to commemorate the life of Martin Luther King, Jr. All events are at the Stringer Fine Arts Center at Hutchinson Community College."This year we're starting MLK weekend on Friday," Vann said. "We're beginning with a Money Mastery workshop on Friday called Money Mastery 101 and the purpose behind it is to make sure that we get as much financial information to the community as possible. That way we can increase opportunities for people whether it's that you want to plan a family, sustain your family after you're gone, purchase life insurance, medical insurance, trust annuities, all of that. If you want to buy a house, invest in rental properties, open a business or buy a business, whatever your desires and goals are with regard to finance, we've assembled a team of industry experts from Reno County that are going to come and present all of their information and their knowledge for two solid hours on Friday."That event is from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 17. Saturday is an event for the whole family, as well."Saturday is our Lead the Change Summit," Vann said. "There's such a change that's happening here in Hutchin Reno County. It's like the landscape of leadership has just shifted and society wants to go with it and so what we want to do is to craft a workshop that's really centered around engagement and community empowerment that dials down the responsibility to the individual. What is my contribution to making sure that my community reflects the heart of community? We have empowerment workshops for men, women, boys, and girls. There will be four breakouts that are going to happen. It begins at 11 a.m. runs till about 2 p.m. Now we're also adding a vendor fair so if you are a person that crafts, if you are a baker, if you sew or whatever you do there's no registration fees but we do want to make sure that we have a conversation prior to Saturday's event."Contact Vann at the city office if you want to be a vendor Saturday. Then Sunday is the traditional celebration.&nbsp;"The community celebration begins at 2 p.m. but we've added another component," Vann said. "We're going to host a gospel concert that begins at 3:30 p.m."Monday is a chance for both service and learning in the spirit of Dr. King."This is a collaborative effort with the Human Relations Office as well as Hutchinson NAACP, Hutch Community College and the United Way of Reno County plus the local health department." Vann said. "What we're going to be doing on Monday is crafting care packages that will be distributed later on in the week going to our unhoused population. At the same time we're also using this time of gathering as a open community forum where we're engaging different generations about topics and developments that we want to see happen here in Hutchinson and Reno County. So it is open to everyone there is lunch, lunch is going to be served towards the end of the event, but it's a time of building but also connecting."Call Vann if you have any questions. His number is (620) 694-2608.

MLK events expanded for 2025 

Bolstered by a five-game winning streak, the Hutchinson Community College men’s basketball team is showing back up in the discussion for the NJCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Rankings.

The first poll of 2025 was released on Monday and the Blue Dragons are 1 of 13 teams in the receiving votes list.

The Blue Dragons got back into the rankings’ picture with a pair of victories over Top 10 opponents since the last poll release on December 16. Hutchinson defeated then-No. 6 Cowley 70-62 at the Sports Arena on January 4 and followed that with a 73-70 road win at No. 5 Butler on January 8.

Saturday’s 87-77 win at Pratt upped the Blue Dragons’ overall record to 11-5 overall and 7-3 in the Jayhawk Conference. Hutchinson plays host to Seward County on Wednesday and travels to Dodge City on Saturday in action this week.

Hutchinson started the season ranked No. 15 in the preseason rankings and stayed at No. 15 after one week. The Dragons dropped to receiving votes in Week 2 and were unranked in the final four weeks of the 2024 half of the schedule.

In addition to the Blue Dragons in the receiving votes list, four KJCCC teams are ranked in the Top 25 and are bunched together.

Cowley (15-2) is No. 9, followed by Butler (13-3) at No. 11, Coffeyville (13-3) at No. 12 and Barton (13-3) at No. 13.

Snow College received 14 of the 16 available first-place votes and is No. 1 for a second-straight poll. Trinity Valley is No. 2. NEO jumps from No. 8 to No. 3, while Indian Hills goes from No. 9 to No. 4. New Mexico Junior College rounds out the Top 5.

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 </figure>HutchCC Sports InformationBolstered by a five-game winning streak, the Hutchinson Community College men’s basketball team is showing back up in the discussion for the NJCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Rankings.The first poll of 2025 was released on Monday and the Blue Dragons are 1 of 13 teams in the receiving votes list.The Blue Dragons got back into the rankings’ picture with a pair of victories over Top 10 opponents since the last poll release on December 16. Hutchinson defeated then-No. 6 Cowley 70-62 at the Sports Arena on January 4 and followed that with a 73-70 road win at No. 5 Butler on January 8.Saturday’s 87-77 win at Pratt upped the Blue Dragons’ overall record to 11-5 overall and 7-3 in the Jayhawk Conference. Hutchinson plays host to Seward County on Wednesday and travels to Dodge City on Saturday in action this week.Hutchinson started the season ranked No. 15 in the preseason rankings and stayed at No. 15 after one week. The Dragons dropped to receiving votes in Week 2 and were unranked in the final four weeks of the 2024 half of the schedule.In addition to the Blue Dragons in the receiving votes list, four KJCCC teams are ranked in the Top 25 and are bunched together.Cowley (15-2) is No. 9, followed by Butler (13-3) at No. 11, Coffeyville (13-3) at No. 12 and Barton (13-3) at No. 13.Snow College received 14 of the 16 available first-place votes and is No. 1 for a second-straight poll. Trinity Valley is No. 2. NEO jumps from No. 8 to No. 3, while Indian Hills goes from No. 9 to No. 4. New Mexico Junior College rounds out the Top 5.

🏀 Blue Dragon men receiving votes in national poll

Going 5-0 since the last poll release on December 16, the Hutchinson Community College women’s basketball team maintained its No. 1 spot NJCAA Division I National Rankings for the seventh-straight 2024-25 polling period on Monday.

Since returning to action for the second semester, the Blue Dragons have defeated Cowley (72-70), Butler (57-53) and Pratt (92-47) to improve to 16-0 and remain one of four undefeated teams in the nation. No. 2 Northwest Florida State (17-0), No. 8 Chipola (19-0) and No. 10 McLennan (13-0) are the other unbeaten teams.

The Blue Dragons have been ranked No. 1 in 13 consecutive polls dating back to last season and have been ranked in 22 consecutive polls and 181 of the last 203 polls.Hutchinson plays host to Seward County on Wednesday and then travels to No. 3 Dodge City on Saturday.

Hutchinson and Dodge City are the only KJCCC ranked in the Top 25. Coffeyville is in the receiving votes list.The Top 5 has Hutchinson, Northwest Florida State, Dodge City, New Mexico Junior College and Three Rivers this week.

NJCAA DIVISION I WOMEN’S BASKETBALL POLL&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Record&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Points&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Last Poll

1. Hutchinson (12)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 16-0 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 250 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 1 2. Northwest Florida State&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 17-0 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 240 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 2 3. Dodge City&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 15-1 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 230 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 4 4. New Mexico JC&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 16-1 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 220 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 3 5. Three Rivers&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 13-2 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 210 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 6 6. Gulf Coast State&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 14-1 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 200 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 7 7. Wabash Valley&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 14-2 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 190 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 5 8. Chipola&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 19-0 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 180 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 11 9. South Plains&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 13-1 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 170 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 12 10. McLennan&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 13-0 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 160 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 10 11. Shelton State&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 14-3 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 150 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 9 12. Trinity Valley&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 13-2 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 140 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 13 13. College of Southern Idaho&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 15-3 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 130 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 8 14. Eastern Arizona&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 14-3 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 120 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 16 15. Florida Southwestern State&nbsp; 13-3 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 110 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 18 16. Arizona Western&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 13-2 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 100 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 14 17. Pearl River&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 11-1 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 90 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 17 18. Odessa&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 11-4 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 80 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 15 19. Salt Lake&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 14-4 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 70 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 19 20. Pensacola State&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 15-4 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 60 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 20 21. Murray State&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 11-2 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 50 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 24 22. Blinn&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 13-3 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 40 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 25 23. Cochise&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 11-6 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 30 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 25 24. Eastern Florida State&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 15-5 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 20 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 23 25. Walters State&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 10-4 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 6 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; NR&nbsp;&nbsp; Receiving Votes: Western Nebraska, Coffeyville, Moberly Area, Casper&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>HutchCC Sports InformationGoing 5-0 since the last poll release on December 16, the Hutchinson Community College women’s basketball team maintained its No. 1 spot NJCAA Division I National Rankings for the seventh-straight 2024-25 polling period on Monday.Since returning to action for the second semester, the Blue Dragons have defeated Cowley (72-70), Butler (57-53) and Pratt (92-47) to improve to 16-0 and remain one of four undefeated teams in the nation. No. 2 Northwest Florida State (17-0), No. 8 Chipola (19-0) and No. 10 McLennan (13-0) are the other unbeaten teams.The Blue Dragons have been ranked No. 1 in 13 consecutive polls dating back to last season and have been ranked in 22 consecutive polls and 181 of the last 203 polls.Hutchinson plays host to Seward County on Wednesday and then travels to No. 3 Dodge City on Saturday.Hutchinson and Dodge City are the only KJCCC ranked in the Top 25. Coffeyville is in the receiving votes list.The Top 5 has Hutchinson, Northwest Florida State, Dodge City, New Mexico Junior College and Three Rivers this week.NJCAA DIVISION I WOMEN’S BASKETBALL POLL&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Record&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Points&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Last Poll1. Hutchinson (12)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 16-0 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 250 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 1 2. Northwest Florida State&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 17-0 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 240 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 2 3. Dodge City&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 15-1 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 230 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 4 4. New Mexico JC&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 16-1 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 220 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 3 5. Three Rivers&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 13-2 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 210 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 6 6. Gulf Coast State&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 14-1 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 200 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 7 7. Wabash Valley&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 14-2 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 190 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 5 8. Chipola&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 19-0 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 180 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 11 9. South Plains&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 13-1 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 170 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 12 10. McLennan&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 13-0 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 160 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 10 11. Shelton State&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 14-3 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 150 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 9 12. Trinity Valley&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 13-2 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 140 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 13 13. College of Southern Idaho&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 15-3 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 130 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 8 14. Eastern Arizona&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 14-3 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 120 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 16 15. Florida Southwestern State&nbsp; 13-3 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 110 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 18 16. Arizona Western&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 13-2 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 100 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 14 17. Pearl River&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 11-1 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 90 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 17 18. Odessa&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 11-4 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 80 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 15 19. Salt Lake&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 14-4 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 70 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 19 20. Pensacola State&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 15-4 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 60 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 20 21. Murray State&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 11-2 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 50 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 24 22. Blinn&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 13-3 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 40 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 25 23. Cochise&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 11-6 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 30 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 25 24. Eastern Florida State&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 15-5 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 20 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 23 25. Walters State&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 10-4 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 6 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; NR&nbsp;&nbsp; Receiving Votes: Western Nebraska, Coffeyville, Moberly Area, Casper&nbsp;&nbsp;

🏀 Blue Dragon women still No. 1

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — First Bank Kansas, a regional community bank, is proud to announce the promotion of Lucas Bishop to branch manager following the retirement of longtime branch manager, Laurie Jones. Bishop will manage the Hutchinson branch located at 1600 E 17th Avenue.

As a proud citizen of Hutchinson all his life, Bishop attended Hutchinson High School and Hutchinson Community College. He was hired as a customer service representative at First Bank Kansas in 2020 and has been an integral part of the team ever since, serving in other roles such as personal banker and branch operations supervisor. “Lucas’s dedication to exceptional customer service will assure the Hutchinson location continues to thrive under his new leadership,” says Chief Operations Officer and Senior Vice President Angie Eilrich.

Bishop is a dedicated community member who can be found coaching and serving in his church’s sound production booth. He is passionate about inspiring others while serving the community and loves spending time with his wife of 11 years, Karrah, five-year-old daughter, Chandler, and two dogs, Piper and Phoebe. “I’m excited to continue serving our customers and community with the excellent customer service that First Bank Kansas is known for and look forward to what the future has for the Hutchinson community and First Bank Kansas,” says Bishop.

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 </figure>First Bank KansasHUTCHINSON, Kan. — First Bank Kansas, a regional community bank, is proud to announce the promotion of Lucas Bishop to branch manager following the retirement of longtime branch manager, Laurie Jones. Bishop will manage the Hutchinson branch located at 1600 E 17th Avenue.As a proud citizen of Hutchinson all his life, Bishop attended Hutchinson High School and Hutchinson Community College. He was hired as a customer service representative at First Bank Kansas in 2020 and has been an integral part of the team ever since, serving in other roles such as personal banker and branch operations supervisor. “Lucas’s dedication to exceptional customer service will assure the Hutchinson location continues to thrive under his new leadership,” says Chief Operations Officer and Senior Vice President Angie Eilrich.Bishop is a dedicated community member who can be found coaching and serving in his church’s sound production booth. He is passionate about inspiring others while serving the community and loves spending time with his wife of 11 years, Karrah, five-year-old daughter, Chandler, and two dogs, Piper and Phoebe. “I’m excited to continue serving our customers and community with the excellent customer service that First Bank Kansas is known for and look forward to what the future has for the Hutchinson community and First Bank Kansas,” says Bishop.

Bishop becomes First Bank Kansas Hutchinson branch manager

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — As local organizations plan to change their schedules for inclement weather, Hutch Post wants to remind you that the easiest way to get your event on our cancellation list is to email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:hutchpost@eaglemedia.com">hutchpost@eaglemedia.com</a>.&nbsp;

Hutch Rec Senior Center at Elmdale Park-No programs or lunch service Friday.

Dillon Nature Center-Closed, including trails and grounds.

Hutchinson Sports Arena-Closed, no walking or pickleball.

Hutch Rec Downtown open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday

Hutch Rec youth basketball and HOA volleyball tournaments are on for the weekend.

Delos V. Smith Senior Center-Closed Friday

Hutch Chamber Second Friday Coffee at Bluestem PACE-Postponed

Hutchinson Central Christian School-Closed Friday Hutchinson Community College-Closed Friday Elyria Christian School-2 Hours Late Friday

USD 268-Cheney-Closed Friday USD 308-Hutchinson-Closed Friday USD 309-Nickerson-South Hutchinson-Closed Friday USD 310-Fairfield-Closed Friday USD 311-Pretty Prairie-Closed Friday USD 312-Haven-Closed Friday USD 313-Buhler-Closed Friday USD 331-Kingman-Norwich-Closed Friday USD 373-Newton-Closed Friday USD 405-Lyons-One Hour Late Friday USD 419-Canton-Galva-2 Hours Late Friday USD 423-Moundridge-2 Hours Late Friday USD 438-Pratt Skyline-Closed Friday USD 439-Sedgwick-Closed Friday USD 440-Halstead-Closed Friday USD 444-Little River-Closed Friday USD 448-Inman-Closed Friday USD 460-Hesston-Closed Friday

Harvey County offices will open two hours late. The Harvey County Courthouse will open at 10 a.m. Friday.

According to Charles Johnston at Aging Projects, Inc. the following groups will not be serving Friday.

Butler County:&nbsp;El Dorado Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels at Heritage&nbsp; Chautauqua County:Cedar Vale Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels Elk County:&nbsp;Grenola Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels, Howard Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels Greenwood County:&nbsp;Eureka Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels, Madison Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels Harvey County:Hesston Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels, Newton Friendship Meals, Sedgwick Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels

****Note: Aging Projects does not operate Meals on Wheels in Newton.&nbsp; Please check with those providers for updates on their services.

Kingman County:Kingman Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels, Zenda Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels McPherson County:&nbsp;McPherson Friendship Meals, Lindsborg Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels***Note: Aging Projects does not operate Meals on Wheels in McPherson.&nbsp; Please check with those providers for updates on their services. Rice County:Lyons Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels, Sterling&nbsp; Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels&nbsp; Reno County:&nbsp;Hutchinson Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels, Pretty Prairie Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels, Turon Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels Sedgwick County:&nbsp;Cheney Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels, Clearwater Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels, Derby Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels, Goddard Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels, Haysville Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels, Mulvane Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels, Park City Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels, Wichita Friendship Meals (and Aging Projects Meals on Wheels)&nbsp;

Cowley County:&nbsp;Winfield Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels Harper County:&nbsp;Anthony Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels Sumner County:&nbsp;Argonia Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels, Belle Plaine Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels, Caldwell Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels, Conway Springs Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels, Mayfield Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels, Oxford Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels,&nbsp; South Haven Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels, Wellington Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels&nbsp; &nbsp;

<figure>
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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — As local organizations plan to change their schedules for inclement weather, Hutch Post wants to remind you that the easiest way to get your event on our cancellation list is to email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:hutchpost@eaglemedia.com">hutchpost@eaglemedia.com</a>.&nbsp;Hutch Rec Senior Center at Elmdale Park-No programs or lunch service Friday.Dillon Nature Center-Closed, including trails and grounds.Hutchinson Sports Arena-Closed, no walking or pickleball.Hutch Rec Downtown open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. FridayHutch Rec youth basketball and HOA volleyball tournaments are on for the weekend.Delos V. Smith Senior Center-Closed FridayHutch Chamber Second Friday Coffee at Bluestem PACE-PostponedHutchinson Central Christian School-Closed Friday Hutchinson Community College-Closed Friday Elyria Christian School-2 Hours Late FridayUSD 268-Cheney-Closed Friday USD 308-Hutchinson-Closed Friday USD 309-Nickerson-South Hutchinson-Closed Friday USD 310-Fairfield-Closed Friday USD 311-Pretty Prairie-Closed Friday USD 312-Haven-Closed Friday USD 313-Buhler-Closed Friday USD 331-Kingman-Norwich-Closed Friday USD 373-Newton-Closed Friday USD 405-Lyons-One Hour Late Friday USD 419-Canton-Galva-2 Hours Late Friday USD 423-Moundridge-2 Hours Late Friday USD 438-Pratt Skyline-Closed Friday USD 439-Sedgwick-Closed Friday USD 440-Halstead-Closed Friday USD 444-Little River-Closed Friday USD 448-Inman-Closed Friday USD 460-Hesston-Closed FridayHarvey County offices will open two hours late. The Harvey County Courthouse will open at 10 a.m. Friday.According to Charles Johnston at Aging Projects, Inc. the following groups will not be serving Friday.Butler County:&nbsp;El Dorado Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels at Heritage&nbsp; Chautauqua County:Cedar Vale Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels Elk County:&nbsp;Grenola Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels, Howard Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels Greenwood County:&nbsp;Eureka Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels, Madison Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels Harvey County:Hesston Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels, Newton Friendship Meals, Sedgwick Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels****Note: Aging Projects does not operate Meals on Wheels in Newton.&nbsp; Please check with those providers for updates on their services.Kingman County:Kingman Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels, Zenda Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels McPherson County:&nbsp;McPherson Friendship Meals, Lindsborg Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels***Note: Aging Projects does not operate Meals on Wheels in McPherson.&nbsp; Please check with those providers for updates on their services. Rice County:Lyons Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels, Sterling&nbsp; Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels&nbsp; Reno County:&nbsp;Hutchinson Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels, Pretty Prairie Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels, Turon Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels Sedgwick County:&nbsp;Cheney Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels, Clearwater Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels, Derby Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels, Goddard Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels, Haysville Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels, Mulvane Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels, Park City Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels, Wichita Friendship Meals (and Aging Projects Meals on Wheels)&nbsp;Cowley County:&nbsp;Winfield Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels Harper County:&nbsp;Anthony Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels Sumner County:&nbsp;Argonia Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels, Belle Plaine Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels, Caldwell Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels, Conway Springs Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels, Mayfield Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels, Oxford Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels,&nbsp; South Haven Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels, Wellington Friendship Meals/Meals on Wheels&nbsp; &nbsp;

Event changes for Jan. 10, 2025

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Community College athletic department has announced that Dayana Acevedo Trent has been named the 14th head coach of the Blue Dragon volleyball program.

Acevedo Trent comes to Hutchinson after a highly successful four-year stint at Odessa College. Acevedo Trent had a four-year record of 98-29. She also had a successful run as an assistant at Iowa Western Community College.

“When I played at Iowa Western, Hutchinson was always one of those teams to beat,” Acevedo Trent said. “Every single sport is competitive here and this community really cares about athletics. So when the opportunity came up, it just made sense.

“I’m very excited and humbled to be the new volleyball head coach at Hutchinson Community College.”

Odessa was Acevedo Trent’s first head coaching position. She posted a 15-7 record and advanced to the Region 5 Tournament semifinals in her first season in 2021. OC had three all-conference selections in her first season.

The Wranglers improved by 10 wins in the 2022 season and made it all the way to the Region 5 Tournament championship match where the Wranglers lost to New Mexico Military in five sets.

Acevedo Trent’s third Odessa team in 2023 made a three-win improvement, but broke through in the Region 5 Tournament, defeating New Mexico Junior College in five sets in the championship match to earn the region’s automatic berth into the NJCAA national tournament. The Wranglers dropped a pair of five-set matches in the 2023 national tournament, which was played at the Sports Arena.

This past season, the Wranglers posted a 30-10 overall record. OC won its second-straight Region 5 Tournament championship to advance to nationals. Odessa wound up placing 10th in the 2024 national tournament with a 2-2 record.

Acevedo Trent mentored 15 all-conference/region players, including two-time WJCAC Setter of the Year Jade Cuya (2023 and 2024), 2024 Defensive Player of the year Mana Kaneko and 2023 Newcomer of the Year Devyn Lewis.

Cuya was a second-team NJCAA All-American in 2024.

“Dayana's experience as an assistant coach at Iowa Western and head coach at Odessa has prepared her to elevate Blue Dragon Volleyball on a conference, region and national level,” Blue Dragon athletic  director Josh Gooch said. “Coach Acevedo Trent has earned a reputation as a great recruiter and developer of talent.  I look forward to welcoming her and her husband Alex to our Hutchinson community.”

Before becoming the head coach at Odessa, Acevedo Trent served as the head assistant coach at Iowa Western Community College. From the 2016 to 2020 seasons, Acevedo Trent helped the Reivers to a combined 171-25 record and five NJCAA National Tournament appearances. IWCC finished second in 2016, third in 2018, fifth in 2019 and win the national championship in the 2020/21 season.

Acevedo Trent’s playing collegiate career had stops at Iowa Western and the University of Texas-El Paso.

Playing at Iowa Western in the 2011 and 2012 seasons, Acevedo Trent amassed 1,418 total digs in two seasons which ranks her third on the Reiver career charts. She earned multiple honors including become a two-time NJCAA Division I All-American first team and two-time AVCA All-American first team, two-time All-Region first team and a two-time Academic All-Region first team recipient. Iowa Western won a combined 90 matches with two national tournament appearances during Acevedo Trent’s playing tenure.

At UTEP in 2013 and 2014, Acevedo Trent played in 181 sets with 509 digs and 39 service aces.

Originally from Naranjito, Puerto Rico, Acevedo Trent has an associate's degree in General Studies from Iowa Western Community College and a bachelor's degree in Psychology from UTEP.

DAYANA ACEVEDO TRENT’S YEAR-BY-YEAR RECORDS

2021       Odessa                 15-7               Region 5 semifinals

2022       Odessa                 25-8               Region 5 runner-up

2023       Odessa                 28-8               Region 5 Champion; NJCAA Tournament qualifier

2024       Odessa                 30-10             Region 5 Champion; 10th Place in NJCAA Tournament

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 </figure>HutchCC Sports InformationHUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Community College athletic department has announced that Dayana Acevedo Trent has been named the 14th head coach of the Blue Dragon volleyball program.Acevedo Trent comes to Hutchinson after a highly successful four-year stint at Odessa College. Acevedo Trent had a four-year record of 98-29. She also had a successful run as an assistant at Iowa Western Community College.“When I played at Iowa Western, Hutchinson was always one of those teams to beat,” Acevedo Trent said. “Every single sport is competitive here and this community really cares about athletics. So when the opportunity came up, it just made sense.“I’m very excited and humbled to be the new volleyball head coach at Hutchinson Community College.”Odessa was Acevedo Trent’s first head coaching position. She posted a 15-7 record and advanced to the Region 5 Tournament semifinals in her first season in 2021. OC had three all-conference selections in her first season.The Wranglers improved by 10 wins in the 2022 season and made it all the way to the Region 5 Tournament championship match where the Wranglers lost to New Mexico Military in five sets.Acevedo Trent’s third Odessa team in 2023 made a three-win improvement, but broke through in the Region 5 Tournament, defeating New Mexico Junior College in five sets in the championship match to earn the region’s automatic berth into the NJCAA national tournament. The Wranglers dropped a pair of five-set matches in the 2023 national tournament, which was played at the Sports Arena.This past season, the Wranglers posted a 30-10 overall record. OC won its second-straight Region 5 Tournament championship to advance to nationals. Odessa wound up placing 10th in the 2024 national tournament with a 2-2 record.Acevedo Trent mentored 15 all-conference/region players, including two-time WJCAC Setter of the Year Jade Cuya (2023 and 2024), 2024 Defensive Player of the year Mana Kaneko and 2023 Newcomer of the Year Devyn Lewis.Cuya was a second-team NJCAA All-American in 2024.“Dayana's experience as an assistant coach at Iowa Western and head coach at Odessa has prepared her to elevate Blue Dragon Volleyball on a conference, region and national level,” Blue Dragon athletic director Josh Gooch said. “Coach Acevedo Trent has earned a reputation as a great recruiter and developer of talent. I look forward to welcoming her and her husband Alex to our Hutchinson community.”Before becoming the head coach at Odessa, Acevedo Trent served as the head assistant coach at Iowa Western Community College. From the 2016 to 2020 seasons, Acevedo Trent helped the Reivers to a combined 171-25 record and five NJCAA National Tournament appearances. IWCC finished second in 2016, third in 2018, fifth in 2019 and win the national championship in the 2020/21 season.Acevedo Trent’s playing collegiate career had stops at Iowa Western and the University of Texas-El Paso.Playing at Iowa Western in the 2011 and 2012 seasons, Acevedo Trent amassed 1,418 total digs in two seasons which ranks her third on the Reiver career charts. She earned multiple honors including become a two-time NJCAA Division I All-American first team and two-time AVCA All-American first team, two-time All-Region first team and a two-time Academic All-Region first team recipient. Iowa Western won a combined 90 matches with two national tournament appearances during Acevedo Trent’s playing tenure.At UTEP in 2013 and 2014, Acevedo Trent played in 181 sets with 509 digs and 39 service aces.Originally from Naranjito, Puerto Rico, Acevedo Trent has an associate's degree in General Studies from Iowa Western Community College and a bachelor's degree in Psychology from UTEP.DAYANA ACEVEDO TRENT’S YEAR-BY-YEAR RECORDS2021 Odessa 15-7 Region 5 semifinals2022 Odessa 25-8 Region 5 runner-up2023 Odessa 28-8 Region 5 Champion; NJCAA Tournament qualifier2024 Odessa 30-10 Region 5 Champion; 10th Place in NJCAA Tournament

🏐 Acevedo Trent named Blue Dragon volleyball head coach

Jacob Francis Aich, 36, of Hutchinson, died January 4, 2025. He was born January 20, 1988, in Hutchinson, to Donald Aich and Jeanne Davis.

Jake graduated from Kingman High School in 2006 and received his BSN from Hesston College in 2020. He worked as an OR nurse at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center for 4 years. Prior to his career in nursing, Jake had worked as an optometry tech at Greene Vision Group for 12 years. Jake was known for his wanderlust, and loved to travel, hike, camp, and kayak. His love for adventure was surpassed only by his love for spending time with his four children and nephews.

Jake is survived by: his wife, Emerald Packard; children, Blake Packard, Braelynn, Freya, and Odin Aich; parents, Don Aich and Jeanne Davis-Parsons; siblings, Jesse Aich, Katie and Lane Hammond; nephews, Carter and Benjamin Hammond; grandparents, Don and Betty Davis, all of Hutchinson; and numerous extended friends and family members whom he loved.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Arthur and Alma Aich, of Hutchinson, and his beloved dog, Chico.

Funeral arrangement details will be provided by the family.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Jacob Aich Memorial Fund to benefit his children (payable to Emerald Packard or via Venmo @emeraldpackard) or in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>Jacob Francis Aich, 36, of Hutchinson, died January 4, 2025. He was born January 20, 1988, in Hutchinson, to Donald Aich and Jeanne Davis.Jake graduated from Kingman High School in 2006 and received his BSN from Hesston College in 2020. He worked as an OR nurse at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center for 4 years. Prior to his career in nursing, Jake had worked as an optometry tech at Greene Vision Group for 12 years. Jake was known for his wanderlust, and loved to travel, hike, camp, and kayak. His love for adventure was surpassed only by his love for spending time with his four children and nephews.Jake is survived by: his wife, Emerald Packard; children, Blake Packard, Braelynn, Freya, and Odin Aich; parents, Don Aich and Jeanne Davis-Parsons; siblings, Jesse Aich, Katie and Lane Hammond; nephews, Carter and Benjamin Hammond; grandparents, Don and Betty Davis, all of Hutchinson; and numerous extended friends and family members whom he loved.He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Arthur and Alma Aich, of Hutchinson, and his beloved dog, Chico.Funeral arrangement details will be provided by the family.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Jacob Aich Memorial Fund to benefit his children (payable to Emerald Packard or via Venmo @emeraldpackard) or in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Jacob Francis Aich |1988-2024|

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Recreation Commission announces the promotion of two staff members to start the New Year.

Kelsey Loutensock was promoted to Director of Sports &amp; Aquatics on Jan. 1. Loutensock started at Hutch Rec as the Aquatics and Special Events Manager on April 1, 2024 with past parks and recreation experience at Hesston Recreation, where she was the Assistant Recreation Director/Aquatics Director. Loutensock attended both Hesston College and Tabor College, where she received a bachelor’s degree in sports management.

In her new role at Hutch Rec, Loutensock is responsible for the sports operations and programs. She will continue to manage Hutch Rec Race Series events and oversee the daily operations at the seasonal Salt City Splash Aquatic Center.

Denice Gilliland was promoted to Director of Community Initiatives on Jan. 1. Gilliland started at Hutch Rec as the Neighborhood Development Manager on June 1, 2023. Prior to Hutch Rec, Gilliland worked at the United Way of Reno County and has a diverse background in the business and nonprofit sector. She is a Hutchinson native and a graduate of Bethany College, where she majored in secondary education and political science.

In her new role at Hutch Rec, Gilliland is responsible for the planning and development of community festivals and various initiatives. She will continue to oversee the operations of the Healthy Neighborhood Initiative and the neighborhood development program.

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 </figure>AMY CONKLING Hutch RecHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Recreation Commission announces the promotion of two staff members to start the New Year.<figure>
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 </figure>Kelsey Loutensock was promoted to Director of Sports &amp; Aquatics on Jan. 1. Loutensock started at Hutch Rec as the Aquatics and Special Events Manager on April 1, 2024 with past parks and recreation experience at Hesston Recreation, where she was the Assistant Recreation Director/Aquatics Director. Loutensock attended both Hesston College and Tabor College, where she received a bachelor’s degree in sports management.In her new role at Hutch Rec, Loutensock is responsible for the sports operations and programs. She will continue to manage Hutch Rec Race Series events and oversee the daily operations at the seasonal Salt City Splash Aquatic Center.<figure>
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 </figure>Denice Gilliland was promoted to Director of Community Initiatives on Jan. 1. Gilliland started at Hutch Rec as the Neighborhood Development Manager on June 1, 2023. Prior to Hutch Rec, Gilliland worked at the United Way of Reno County and has a diverse background in the business and nonprofit sector. She is a Hutchinson native and a graduate of Bethany College, where she majored in secondary education and political science.In her new role at Hutch Rec, Gilliland is responsible for the planning and development of community festivals and various initiatives. She will continue to oversee the operations of the Healthy Neighborhood Initiative and the neighborhood development program.

Hutch Rec promotes two

Kenneth René (Kenny) Wiens, 75, passed away at home near Lyons, Kansas on January 3, 2025. Kenny was a Christian, husband, father, grandfather, athlete, cattleman, and storyteller. His legacy is his reputation for honesty, integrity, hard work, and the character of his children. They were the light of his life along with his grandchildren. “Dad” and “Poppa” were his favorite roles. He enjoyed chatting with new people and never met a stranger. He was a member of Zoar&nbsp;Mennonite Brethren Church in Inman, and regularly attended First Baptist Church in Lyons, where he loved being a&nbsp;greeter.

Kenny was the middle son of Milton and Erma Jane Wiens, born in McPherson, Kansas, on March 11, 1949. He graduated from Inman High School in 1967. He was a long-time athlete with many honors, including 41 high school gold track medals, and a college basketball first team all-conference member along with Julius “Dr. J” Irving. His high school long jump record stood for more than 50 years. He attended Hutchinson Community College for two years on a basketball scholarship under the legendary coach, Gene Keady, and then completed a BS in Animal Science at Cornell University, Ithaca, NY, while also playing as a member of their basketball team. He continued feeding his passion for athletics, playing basketball for the Lindsborg Gravediggers and in various recreational leagues into his 50’s, cheering for Kansas State University football and basketball, and by sharing his love of sports with his boys and granddaughters.

Kenny spent a summer working on a cattle ranch in eastern New Mexico before college graduation. He continued his livestock career back in Kansas after graduation, at Wellman Ranch near Sterling, and he worked for veterinarian Doc Randolph. In 1974 he became a stockholder and manager of Lyons feedlot Central Feeders, Inc, and full owner in 1990.

He operated the feedlot until selling it in 2005. He continued building a cow herd for the next 20 years. His daughter-in-law gave him a t-shirt that read “I JUST REALLY LIKE COWS, OKAY?” and that perfectly described his passion for genetics and performance in cattle.

In 1984 Kenny married Debbie and welcomed her daughter Jessie into the family as well. Son Cody was born to them in 1986 and Keegan in 1988. Kenny is survived by his wife Debbie, of the home, daughter Jessie Williams, Wichita, sons Cody Wiens (Amber) of Edmond, OK, and Keegan Wiens (Alicia) of Seattle, WA, grandson Jaques Williams, Jr. (Lauren), Rochester, MN, and granddaughters Addison and Reagan Wiens of Edmond. Also surviving are sisters-in-law Rita Wiens and Cheryl Friesen, five nieces and nephews and their children.

Kenny was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Jay Wiens and Loren Wiens, and niece Danae Osborn.

Visitation will take place at Birzer Funeral Home in Lyons on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, from 2 to 7 pm with family from 5 to 7 pm.

Memorial service will be at 10 am on Wednesday January 8, 2025, at the First Baptist Church in Lyons. Burial will be in the North Inman Cemetery following the memorial service. Memorials may be given to the Rice County Community Foundation (for Rice County FFA chapters), in care of Birzer Funeral Home, Lyons.

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 </figure>Kenneth René (Kenny) Wiens, 75, passed away at home near Lyons, Kansas on January 3, 2025. Kenny was a Christian, husband, father, grandfather, athlete, cattleman, and storyteller. His legacy is his reputation for honesty, integrity, hard work, and the character of his children. They were the light of his life along with his grandchildren. “Dad” and “Poppa” were his favorite roles. He enjoyed chatting with new people and never met a stranger. He was a member of Zoar&nbsp;Mennonite Brethren Church in Inman, and regularly attended First Baptist Church in Lyons, where he loved being a&nbsp;greeter.Kenny was the middle son of Milton and Erma Jane Wiens, born in McPherson, Kansas, on March 11, 1949. He graduated from Inman High School in 1967. He was a long-time athlete with many honors, including 41 high school gold track medals, and a college basketball first team all-conference member along with Julius “Dr. J” Irving. His high school long jump record stood for more than 50 years. He attended Hutchinson Community College for two years on a basketball scholarship under the legendary coach, Gene Keady, and then completed a BS in Animal Science at Cornell University, Ithaca, NY, while also playing as a member of their basketball team. He continued feeding his passion for athletics, playing basketball for the Lindsborg Gravediggers and in various recreational leagues into his 50’s, cheering for Kansas State University football and basketball, and by sharing his love of sports with his boys and granddaughters.Kenny spent a summer working on a cattle ranch in eastern New Mexico before college graduation. He continued his livestock career back in Kansas after graduation, at Wellman Ranch near Sterling, and he worked for veterinarian Doc Randolph. In 1974 he became a stockholder and manager of Lyons feedlot Central Feeders, Inc, and full owner in 1990.He operated the feedlot until selling it in 2005. He continued building a cow herd for the next 20 years. His daughter-in-law gave him a t-shirt that read “I JUST REALLY LIKE COWS, OKAY?” and that perfectly described his passion for genetics and performance in cattle.In 1984 Kenny married Debbie and welcomed her daughter Jessie into the family as well. Son Cody was born to them in 1986 and Keegan in 1988. Kenny is survived by his wife Debbie, of the home, daughter Jessie Williams, Wichita, sons Cody Wiens (Amber) of Edmond, OK, and Keegan Wiens (Alicia) of Seattle, WA, grandson Jaques Williams, Jr. (Lauren), Rochester, MN, and granddaughters Addison and Reagan Wiens of Edmond. Also surviving are sisters-in-law Rita Wiens and Cheryl Friesen, five nieces and nephews and their children.Kenny was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Jay Wiens and Loren Wiens, and niece Danae Osborn.Visitation will take place at Birzer Funeral Home in Lyons on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, from 2 to 7 pm with family from 5 to 7 pm.Memorial service will be at 10 am on Wednesday January 8, 2025, at the First Baptist Church in Lyons. Burial will be in the North Inman Cemetery following the memorial service. Memorials may be given to the Rice County Community Foundation (for Rice County FFA chapters), in care of Birzer Funeral Home, Lyons.

Kenneth René (Kenny) Wiens |1949-2025|

Mildred Janet “Minnie” McGonigle, 93, died January 2, 2025, at Mennonite Friendship Communities. &nbsp;She was born June 17, 1931, in rural Nickerson, to Fred and Laura (Stille) Beck.

Mildred graduated from Reno Community High School, currently Nickerson High School, and received her bachelor’s degree from McPherson College. &nbsp;She started her teaching career by teaching in Larned for two years, before eventually teaching third grade at Morgan Elementary School, and retiring after 23 years of service. &nbsp;Mildred was a strong advocate and supporter of her college alma mater, McPherson College, and enjoyed staying in touch with her college and teacher friends. &nbsp;In addition, she enjoyed traveling and helping out on the family farm during harvest by driving the wheat truck and fixing and delivering meals in her motorhome to her family. &nbsp;Mildred’s church, Salem Community Church, was extremely important to Mildred where she played the organ, taught Sunday school, and was former president of the church’s Salem Women Working Together organization. &nbsp;Above all, Mildred cherished time spent with her family.&nbsp;

On July 11, 1979, she married Norval J. McGonigle, in Hutchinson. &nbsp;He died December 20, 1999.

Mildred is survived by: &nbsp;nephew, Phyll McGonigle (Janet); niece Cheryl White (Larry), all of Nickerson; great-nieces and great-nephews Layne White (Ruth), Julie MacArthur (Buell), Leigh McGonigle (Arlene), and Angie Kroeker (Jeremy); and great-great-nieces and nephews, Callie (Clayton), Sarah (Ryan), Joel (Maggie), Natalia, Addie, Alyson (Chase), Tyler, Ashley (Gino); &nbsp;great-great-great-niece, Haley; and great-great-great-nephew Emmett.

She was preceded in death by: &nbsp;her parents; sister, Marian Beck McGonigle; and husband, Norval J. McGonigle.&nbsp;

Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at Elliott Chapel, with Pastor George Hinton officiating. Burial will follow in the Salem Community Church Cemetery, rural Nickerson. &nbsp;Friends may call from 9:00 to 8:00 p.m., with the family present from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Tuesday at Elliott Mortuary. &nbsp;

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<figure>
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 </figure>Mildred Janet “Minnie” McGonigle, 93, died January 2, 2025, at Mennonite Friendship Communities. &nbsp;She was born June 17, 1931, in rural Nickerson, to Fred and Laura (Stille) Beck.Mildred graduated from Reno Community High School, currently Nickerson High School, and received her bachelor’s degree from McPherson College. &nbsp;She started her teaching career by teaching in Larned for two years, before eventually teaching third grade at Morgan Elementary School, and retiring after 23 years of service. &nbsp;Mildred was a strong advocate and supporter of her college alma mater, McPherson College, and enjoyed staying in touch with her college and teacher friends. &nbsp;In addition, she enjoyed traveling and helping out on the family farm during harvest by driving the wheat truck and fixing and delivering meals in her motorhome to her family. &nbsp;Mildred’s church, Salem Community Church, was extremely important to Mildred where she played the organ, taught Sunday school, and was former president of the church’s Salem Women Working Together organization. &nbsp;Above all, Mildred cherished time spent with her family.&nbsp;On July 11, 1979, she married Norval J. McGonigle, in Hutchinson. &nbsp;He died December 20, 1999.Mildred is survived by: &nbsp;nephew, Phyll McGonigle (Janet); niece Cheryl White (Larry), all of Nickerson; great-nieces and great-nephews Layne White (Ruth), Julie MacArthur (Buell), Leigh McGonigle (Arlene), and Angie Kroeker (Jeremy); and great-great-nieces and nephews, Callie (Clayton), Sarah (Ryan), Joel (Maggie), Natalia, Addie, Alyson (Chase), Tyler, Ashley (Gino); &nbsp;great-great-great-niece, Haley; and great-great-great-nephew Emmett.She was preceded in death by: &nbsp;her parents; sister, Marian Beck McGonigle; and husband, Norval J. McGonigle.&nbsp;Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at Elliott Chapel, with Pastor George Hinton officiating. Burial will follow in the Salem Community Church Cemetery, rural Nickerson. &nbsp;Friends may call from 9:00 to 8:00 p.m., with the family present from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Tuesday at Elliott Mortuary. &nbsp;<a href="https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTczNjAxMjk3NTM0Mzg1MiZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw==">Click here to view Mildred's Funeral Service</a>

Mildred Janet “Minnie” McGonigle |1931-2024|

Helen Anzo, 85, of Eureka, Kansas, formerly of South Hutchinson, Kansas passed away December 29, 2024, at Greenwood County Hospital in Eureka, Kansas. 

She was born August 16, 1939, in Nochistlan, Zac. Mexico to Manuel and Freda Duran of Pretty Prairie, Kansas.

She graduated from Pretty Prairie High School and attended Hutchinson Community College and Salt City Business College.

She worked for Kenny's Electric and later work for KSIR (HCF) and was promoted as the first female Master Sargent for KSIR (HCF) where she retired.

She was married to Delfino (Tony) Anzo for 48 years.

She is survived by four children; Frank (Anita) Anzo of Temecula, CA, Yvonne (Dave) Sawyer of Hutchinson, KS, James (Kai) Anzo of Thailand and Teresa Foulk of Hutchinson, KS. Eight grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren and one great great grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her husband Tony, parents Manuel and Freda Duran, son Anthony, sister Vera Andres, brothers Salvador, Albert, Manuel Jr., and Ruben David.

A visitation will be held Wednesday, January 8, 2025, from 5-8PM at Old Mission Heritage. Rosary to be held the following morning, January 9, 2025, at 10:00AM with mass immediately following at 10:30AM both at St. Teresa Catholic Church 211 E 5th Ave Hutchinson, KS 67501. Interment at Fairlawn Cemetery to follow.

<figure>
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 </figure>Helen Anzo, 85, of Eureka, Kansas, formerly of South Hutchinson, Kansas passed away December 29, 2024, at Greenwood County Hospital in Eureka, Kansas. She was born August 16, 1939, in Nochistlan, Zac. Mexico to Manuel and Freda Duran of Pretty Prairie, Kansas.She graduated from Pretty Prairie High School and attended Hutchinson Community College and Salt City Business College.She worked for Kenny's Electric and later work for KSIR (HCF) and was promoted as the first female Master Sargent for KSIR (HCF) where she retired.She was married to Delfino (Tony) Anzo for 48 years.She is survived by four children; Frank (Anita) Anzo of Temecula, CA, Yvonne (Dave) Sawyer of Hutchinson, KS, James (Kai) Anzo of Thailand and Teresa Foulk of Hutchinson, KS. Eight grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren and one great great grandchild.She was preceded in death by her husband Tony, parents Manuel and Freda Duran, son Anthony, sister Vera Andres, brothers Salvador, Albert, Manuel Jr., and Ruben David.A visitation will be held Wednesday, January 8, 2025, from 5-8PM at Old Mission Heritage. Rosary to be held the following morning, January 9, 2025, at 10:00AM with mass immediately following at 10:30AM both at St. Teresa Catholic Church 211 E 5th Ave Hutchinson, KS 67501. Interment at Fairlawn Cemetery to follow.

Helen Anzo |1939-2024|

Russell Lee Hoffman, 41, of Hutchinson, died December 30, 2024, at Wesley Medical Center, in Wichita, with his family by his side. He was born March 1, 1983, in Wichita, to Thomas E. “Tom” and Marilyn K. (Hermes) Hoffman.

Russell graduated from Pretty Prairie High School and received his associate’s degree in Small Business Management / Entrepreneurship from Hutchinson Community College. Russell was a packing specialist at Tyson Foods in South Hutchinson for many years. He enjoyed sports of all kinds, especially NASCAR - particularly Brad Keselowski - and was a huge Kansas City Chiefs fan. Russell loved spending time with his family and pet chihuahua, Princess. He had a loving and generous spirit that continues even in death, as his organ and tissue donation will touch the lives of as many as 75 people.

On October 11, 2019, Russell married Ebonysheree I. Griffin, in Wichita. She survives.

Also surviving are: his father, Tom Hoffman Sr. (Mary) of South Hutchinson; siblings, Tammy Wiens (Gerry) of Nickerson, Tom Hoffman Jr. (Jeanette) of South Hutchinson, Daniel Hoffman of Hutchinson, Levi Hutchison of Hutchinson; niece, Addison Hoffman; nephews, Dillion Hoffman, Brandon Hoffman (Maia), Andrew Hoffman (Lauren), Tyler Hoffman; and many extended family members.

He was preceded in death by: his mother, Marilyn Hoffman; mother-in-law, Jacqueline Fowler, and brother-in-law, Floyd Jones III.

Cremation has taken place. Parish Rosary will be 10 a.m., followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, January 9, 2025, both at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 612 S. Maple St., South Hutchinson. Inurnment will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Attendees are encouraged to wear Chiefs attire.

Friends may sign his memorial book from 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Friday thru Wednesday at Elliott Mortuary.

<figure>
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 </figure>Russell Lee Hoffman, 41, of Hutchinson, died December 30, 2024, at Wesley Medical Center, in Wichita, with his family by his side. He was born March 1, 1983, in Wichita, to Thomas E. “Tom” and Marilyn K. (Hermes) Hoffman.Russell graduated from Pretty Prairie High School and received his associate’s degree in Small Business Management / Entrepreneurship from Hutchinson Community College. Russell was a packing specialist at Tyson Foods in South Hutchinson for many years. He enjoyed sports of all kinds, especially NASCAR - particularly Brad Keselowski - and was a huge Kansas City Chiefs fan. Russell loved spending time with his family and pet chihuahua, Princess. He had a loving and generous spirit that continues even in death, as his organ and tissue donation will touch the lives of as many as 75 people.On October 11, 2019, Russell married Ebonysheree I. Griffin, in Wichita. She survives.Also surviving are: his father, Tom Hoffman Sr. (Mary) of South Hutchinson; siblings, Tammy Wiens (Gerry) of Nickerson, Tom Hoffman Jr. (Jeanette) of South Hutchinson, Daniel Hoffman of Hutchinson, Levi Hutchison of Hutchinson; niece, Addison Hoffman; nephews, Dillion Hoffman, Brandon Hoffman (Maia), Andrew Hoffman (Lauren), Tyler Hoffman; and many extended family members.He was preceded in death by: his mother, Marilyn Hoffman; mother-in-law, Jacqueline Fowler, and brother-in-law, Floyd Jones III.Cremation has taken place. Parish Rosary will be 10 a.m., followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, January 9, 2025, both at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 612 S. Maple St., South Hutchinson. Inurnment will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Attendees are encouraged to wear Chiefs attire.Friends may sign his memorial book from 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Friday thru Wednesday at Elliott Mortuary.

Russell Lee Hoffman |1983-2024|

Carolyn Louise (Runyan) Johnson, 75, passed away on December 9 th in Palmer, AK.

Carolyn was born on December 19, 1948, in Sterling, Kansas to Josephine Blanche “Jo B” (Brooks) Runyan and Loyd Eugene Runyan. The eldest of three sisters, she grew up as a farm girl in Kansas, first on a farm west of Chase, Kansas and then on her great-grandparent’s farm southwest of Nickerson, Kansas. She was lucky enough to know both sets of grandparents as well as her grandfather Brooks’ living uncles and aunts and a number of her grandparents’ siblings.

Having graduated from Nickerson Rural High School in 1967, Carolyn received a Bachelor of Science degree from McPherson College in 1972 and in 1973 a degree in Medical Technology from St. Francis School of Medical Technology. In 1991 she earned her Master of Business Administration from the University of Alaska Anchorage.

After passing her national boards, Carolyn’s first job was at the Hutchinson Medical Clinic in Hutchinson, Kansas. In 1974 she joined the Indian Health Service (IHS), where her first posting was to the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation Hospital in Pine Ridge, South Dakota. She transferred to IHS Tanana Hospital in Tanana, Alaska in 1975 then to the Anchorage Native Medical Center (ANMC) in Anchorage, Alaska in 1977. Her first 10 years at ANMC included being a temporary replacement Microbiology Technician for the field stations, where she had the good fortune to be posted to other IHS hospitals in Alaska, including Barrow, Bethel, Kanakanak, Kotzbue and Tanana. She retired from her position as the ANMC Microbiology Supervisor in 2002.

In 1977 Carolyn met her husband, Thomas F. Johnson, while at Tanana when he returned to go moose hunting with his best friend, Ben See, the husband of one of Carolyn’s good friends, Judy See. Her mother loved to laugh and say “only Carolyn would start her marriage courtship over the butchering of a moose.” They were married on December 31, 1977.

Upon retirement Carolyn was a founding member of Alaska Dog and Puppy Rescue, volunteered at the Palmer City Library and worked a short stint as an inserter at the Valley Frontiersman newspaper. Her major hobbies were her dogs and researching her ancestry where she discovered over 49,000 individuals “hanging” on her family tree.

Her husband having died in 2003, Carolyn is survived by her sisters Annette Allsup and Bonnie Morris; brother in law Gary Morris; a son given up for adoption; step-children Thomas F Johnson, Jr and Michelle Demaline; son in law Rodney Reis; grandchildren Casey Johnson and Taylor Reis; nieces Jodie Engelland, Jackie Humphreys, Kelly Teague and their families; nephew Paul Allsup and his family.

Carolyn’s ashes will be interred at Ft. Richardson National Cemetery with her beloved husband. A celebration of her life will occur in the Spring/Summer with friends and family.

<figure>
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 <figcaption>Carolyn Louise (Runyan) Johnson</figcaption>
 </figure>Carolyn Louise (Runyan) Johnson, 75, passed away on December 9 th in Palmer, AK.Carolyn was born on December 19, 1948, in Sterling, Kansas to Josephine Blanche “Jo B” (Brooks) Runyan and Loyd Eugene Runyan. The eldest of three sisters, she grew up as a farm girl in Kansas, first on a farm west of Chase, Kansas and then on her great-grandparent’s farm southwest of Nickerson, Kansas. She was lucky enough to know both sets of grandparents as well as her grandfather Brooks’ living uncles and aunts and a number of her grandparents’ siblings.Having graduated from Nickerson Rural High School in 1967, Carolyn received a Bachelor of Science degree from McPherson College in 1972 and in 1973 a degree in Medical Technology from St. Francis School of Medical Technology. In 1991 she earned her Master of Business Administration from the University of Alaska Anchorage.After passing her national boards, Carolyn’s first job was at the Hutchinson Medical Clinic in Hutchinson, Kansas. In 1974 she joined the Indian Health Service (IHS), where her first posting was to the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation Hospital in Pine Ridge, South Dakota. She transferred to IHS Tanana Hospital in Tanana, Alaska in 1975 then to the Anchorage Native Medical Center (ANMC) in Anchorage, Alaska in 1977. Her first 10 years at ANMC included being a temporary replacement Microbiology Technician for the field stations, where she had the good fortune to be posted to other IHS hospitals in Alaska, including Barrow, Bethel, Kanakanak, Kotzbue and Tanana. She retired from her position as the ANMC Microbiology Supervisor in 2002.In 1977 Carolyn met her husband, Thomas F. Johnson, while at Tanana when he returned to go moose hunting with his best friend, Ben See, the husband of one of Carolyn’s good friends, Judy See. Her mother loved to laugh and say “only Carolyn would start her marriage courtship over the butchering of a moose.” They were married on December 31, 1977.Upon retirement Carolyn was a founding member of Alaska Dog and Puppy Rescue, volunteered at the Palmer City Library and worked a short stint as an inserter at the Valley Frontiersman newspaper. Her major hobbies were her dogs and researching her ancestry where she discovered over 49,000 individuals “hanging” on her family tree.Her husband having died in 2003, Carolyn is survived by her sisters Annette Allsup and Bonnie Morris; brother in law Gary Morris; a son given up for adoption; step-children Thomas F Johnson, Jr and Michelle Demaline; son in law Rodney Reis; grandchildren Casey Johnson and Taylor Reis; nieces Jodie Engelland, Jackie Humphreys, Kelly Teague and their families; nephew Paul Allsup and his family.Carolyn’s ashes will be interred at Ft. Richardson National Cemetery with her beloved husband. A celebration of her life will occur in the Spring/Summer with friends and family.

Carolyn Louise (Runyan) Johnson |1948-2024|

Julia Marie Bland, 72, died December 24, 2024, at her home in Hutchinson. She was born February 17, 1952, in Wichita, to Charles Robert and Frances Arlyne (Raumaker) Bland.

In 1970, Julia graduated from Nickerson High School and in 1997 from Hutchinson Community College, earning her associate degree. Julia worked at Lowen Corporation for more than 20 years, retiring in 2019.

Julia was a passionate painter and artist. She was a Star Trek fan and enjoyed B rated horror films, even if her family said they were “bad” movies. Julia had a never-ending desire for knowledge and an unmatched love for all animals. Above all, her most favorite thing Julia enjoyed was spending time with her grandchildren.

Julia is survived by: her daughter, Krystle (John) Tipton; sons, Trenton Bland and Matthew (Kiera) Bland; and 8 grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents and sister, Pat.

Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will take place at 1 p.m. &nbsp;Friday, January 17, 2025, at Elliott Chapel. A private family inurnment will take place at a later date. Friends may sign her memorial book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.

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Memorials are suggested to Julia Bland Memorial Fund. To benefit the Julia Bland Memorial Fund, please make checks payable to Elliott Mortuary. In care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

<figure>
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 <figcaption>Julia Marie Bland</figcaption>
 </figure>Julia Marie Bland, 72, died December 24, 2024, at her home in Hutchinson. She was born February 17, 1952, in Wichita, to Charles Robert and Frances Arlyne (Raumaker) Bland.In 1970, Julia graduated from Nickerson High School and in 1997 from Hutchinson Community College, earning her associate degree. Julia worked at Lowen Corporation for more than 20 years, retiring in 2019.Julia was a passionate painter and artist. She was a Star Trek fan and enjoyed B rated horror films, even if her family said they were “bad” movies. Julia had a never-ending desire for knowledge and an unmatched love for all animals. Above all, her most favorite thing Julia enjoyed was spending time with her grandchildren.Julia is survived by: her daughter, Krystle (John) Tipton; sons, Trenton Bland and Matthew (Kiera) Bland; and 8 grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents and sister, Pat.Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will take place at 1 p.m. &nbsp;Friday, January 17, 2025, at Elliott Chapel. A private family inurnment will take place at a later date. Friends may sign her memorial book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.<a href="https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTczNTY2ODg4OTM0MzM2NCZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw==">Click here to watch Julia's service</a>Memorials are suggested to Julia Bland Memorial Fund. To benefit the Julia Bland Memorial Fund, please make checks payable to Elliott Mortuary. In care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Julia Marie Bland |1952-2024|

Carolyn W. Conrad, 85, died December 28, 2024, at her daughter’s home. She was born November 17, 1939, in Creston, NE, to Clinton E. and Neva L. (Henry) Polark.

Carolyn graduated from Hutchinson High School and Salt City Business College. She worked at Western Foods, Taco Grande, and was a shelf stocker at Walmart for over 23 years. Carolyn enjoyed bowling, putting together puzzles, diamond art and spending time with her cat, Daisy. She was a member of Emmanuel Lutheran Church, Hutchinson.&nbsp;

Carolyn married Michael McCue, together they had three children, they later divorced. She married Woodrow “Woody” Conrad on May 30, 1992, in Hutchinson. They shared over nine years in marriage, prior to his death on December 24, 2001.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/1/1735812979140.jpeg" alt="Carolyn W. Conrad" />
 <figcaption>Carolyn W. Conrad</figcaption>
 </figure>Carolyn W. Conrad, 85, died December 28, 2024, at her daughter’s home. She was born November 17, 1939, in Creston, NE, to Clinton E. and Neva L. (Henry) Polark.Carolyn graduated from Hutchinson High School and Salt City Business College. She worked at Western Foods, Taco Grande, and was a shelf stocker at Walmart for over 23 years. Carolyn enjoyed bowling, putting together puzzles, diamond art and spending time with her cat, Daisy. She was a member of Emmanuel Lutheran Church, Hutchinson.&nbsp;Carolyn married Michael McCue, together they had three children, they later divorced. She married Woodrow “Woody” Conrad on May 30, 1992, in Hutchinson. They shared over nine years in marriage, prior to his death on December 24, 2001.Carolyn is survived by: children, Clint McCue of Fort Smith, AR, Torey Lemens and Janet McCue, both of Hutchinson; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; great-grandchildren of the home, Lindsey and Brylee Squires, sisters, Jacquelyn (Alex) Hawley of New Strawn, Debra Blohm of Hutchinson; several nieces and nephews; and her cherished cat, Daisy.She was preceded in death by: her parents; husband, Woody Conrad; two former-husbands; grandson, Matthew McCue; great-grandson, William “Bob” Lemens-Jackson.Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m., Friday, January 3, 2025, at Emanuel Lutheran Church, 140 E. 30th Ave, Hutchinson, with Pastor Lisa Simmelink officiating. Burial will follow in Fairlawn Burial Park. Friends may call from 12 to 3 p.m. Thursday, January 2, 2024, at Elliott Mortuary. Family will greet friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, January 2, 2024, at Emanuel Lutheran Church.Memorials are suggested to M&amp;M Kids and Causes (Carolyn’s grandson, Matthew McCue, non-profit) or Emanuel Lutheran Church, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.