Harold L “Duff” Deardoff, 90, of Hutchinson, peacefully passed away Friday, October 4, 2024, surrounded by his family. &nbsp;He was born November 13, 1933, in Omaha, NE, to Loyal Kenneth and Ester Katherine (Jensen) Deardoff.&nbsp;

In 1951, Harold graduated from high school in Omaha, NE, and attended Hastings College, Hastings, NE. &nbsp;On May 17, 1953, he married Sharon McCormick, who passed away July 30, 1968, after a short illness. &nbsp;Harold married Dorothy (Klein) Krehbiel, in 1973, and they celebrated 51 years of marriage. &nbsp;He has three sons, one stepdaughter, four grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren.

Harold retired from Garvey Elevators after 46 years of service, with the last few years serving as an Executive Vice-President. &nbsp;He had a deep appreciation for his work at Garvey Elevators and his co-workers and cronies from the Hutchinson Board of Trade era. &nbsp;In retirement, Harold kept busy assisting elderly and low-income taxpayers by preparing their taxes through AARP. &nbsp;He loved taking care of his yard, which was always pristine. In addition, Harold loved visits from family and was especially excited to see his great-grandchildren. He was an avid Nebraska Cornhusker fan which came from his childhood and young adult life living in Nebraska. Anyone who ever met Harold had a friend for life. &nbsp;He was considered by many as a kind and considerate person with an infectious personality. &nbsp;

Harold is survived by: &nbsp;his loving wife of 51 years, Dorothy Deardoff; sons, Randy Deardoff and John Deardoff (Jerri); stepdaughter, Robin Martinez, all of Hutchinson; grandchildren, Heather Braman (Mike) of Overland Park, Lindsay Cohen (Aaron) of Olathe, Lacey Menagay (Jon) and Taylor Donahue (Patrick), all of Spring Hill, KS; and great-grandchildren, Everett, Calahan, Brinley, Brecken, Sage, Violet and Sanford, all from the Kansas City area.&nbsp;

He was preceded in death by: &nbsp;his father, Loyal Deardoff; mother, Ester Deardoff; brother, Kenneth Deardoff (Ruth); wife, Sharon Deardoff; and a son, Steven Deardoff.

Graveside service will be 1:30 p.m. Monday, October 14, 2024, at Burrton Cemetery, Burrton, with the Reverend Dr. Kim Biery officiating. &nbsp;Friends may call from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Saturday and 1:00 to 8:00 p.m. Sunday, with the family present from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. Sunday at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp;

Memorials are suggested to TECH or the donor’s choice, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>Harold L “Duff” Deardoff, 90, of Hutchinson, peacefully passed away Friday, October 4, 2024, surrounded by his family. &nbsp;He was born November 13, 1933, in Omaha, NE, to Loyal Kenneth and Ester Katherine (Jensen) Deardoff.&nbsp;In 1951, Harold graduated from high school in Omaha, NE, and attended Hastings College, Hastings, NE. &nbsp;On May 17, 1953, he married Sharon McCormick, who passed away July 30, 1968, after a short illness. &nbsp;Harold married Dorothy (Klein) Krehbiel, in 1973, and they celebrated 51 years of marriage. &nbsp;He has three sons, one stepdaughter, four grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren.Harold retired from Garvey Elevators after 46 years of service, with the last few years serving as an Executive Vice-President. &nbsp;He had a deep appreciation for his work at Garvey Elevators and his co-workers and cronies from the Hutchinson Board of Trade era. &nbsp;In retirement, Harold kept busy assisting elderly and low-income taxpayers by preparing their taxes through AARP. &nbsp;He loved taking care of his yard, which was always pristine. In addition, Harold loved visits from family and was especially excited to see his great-grandchildren. He was an avid Nebraska Cornhusker fan which came from his childhood and young adult life living in Nebraska. Anyone who ever met Harold had a friend for life. &nbsp;He was considered by many as a kind and considerate person with an infectious personality. &nbsp;Harold is survived by: &nbsp;his loving wife of 51 years, Dorothy Deardoff; sons, Randy Deardoff and John Deardoff (Jerri); stepdaughter, Robin Martinez, all of Hutchinson; grandchildren, Heather Braman (Mike) of Overland Park, Lindsay Cohen (Aaron) of Olathe, Lacey Menagay (Jon) and Taylor Donahue (Patrick), all of Spring Hill, KS; and great-grandchildren, Everett, Calahan, Brinley, Brecken, Sage, Violet and Sanford, all from the Kansas City area.&nbsp;He was preceded in death by: &nbsp;his father, Loyal Deardoff; mother, Ester Deardoff; brother, Kenneth Deardoff (Ruth); wife, Sharon Deardoff; and a son, Steven Deardoff.Graveside service will be 1:30 p.m. Monday, October 14, 2024, at Burrton Cemetery, Burrton, with the Reverend Dr. Kim Biery officiating. &nbsp;Friends may call from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Saturday and 1:00 to 8:00 p.m. Sunday, with the family present from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. Sunday at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp;Memorials are suggested to TECH or the donor’s choice, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Harold L “Duff” Deardoff |1933-2024|

For the fifth-consecutive week, the Hutchinson Community College football team sits atop the NJCAA Division I Football Rankings.

Posting a second-straight shutout after last Saturday's 42-0 victory over No. 14 Dodge City, the Blue Dragons improved to 5-0 for the 11th time in program history and is 1-0 in the Jayhawk Conference. The Blue Dragons travel to Independence at 1 p.m. on Saturday.

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This is the 40th consecutive poll the Dragons have been ranked, which is the second-longest run in the rankings in program history. The Blue Dragon record for consecutive weeks ranked in the polls is 45, which was set from 2010 to 2013.

This is the sixth time the Blue Dragons have been ranked No. 1 in the NJCAA polls in program history. The Dragons have been ranked No. 1 in 34 of the past 60 polls and have been ranked in the nation's Top 3 for 35 consecutive polls.

The Blue Dragons captured all 12 first-place votes. Iowa Western remained No. 2. Mississippi Gulf Coast moved up to No. 3 and Georgia Military climbed to No. 4. With a loss to No. 2 Iowa Western, Snow fell two spot to No. 5.

Garden City remained No. 6 and Butler moved up to No. 13. Coffeyville entered the Top 15 for the first time this season at No. 14 and Highland fell five spots to No. 15 after a loss to Coffeyville. Dodge City fell out of the rankings, but is still receiving votes.

The Blue Dragons are now 3-0 against nationally ranked opponents, defeating No. 1 Iowa Western, No. 12 Iowa Central and No. 14 Dodge City this season.

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 </figure>Hutchinson CC Sports InformationFor the fifth-consecutive week, the Hutchinson Community College football team sits atop the NJCAA Division I Football Rankings.Posting a second-straight shutout after last Saturday's 42-0 victory over No. 14 Dodge City, the Blue Dragons improved to 5-0 for the 11th time in program history and is 1-0 in the Jayhawk Conference. The Blue Dragons travel to Independence at 1 p.m. on Saturday.<a href="https://www.njcaa.org/sports/fball/rankings/DI/index" target="_blank">CLICK FOR COMPLETE NJCAA DIVISION I FOOTBALL RANKINGS</a>This is the 40th consecutive poll the Dragons have been ranked, which is the second-longest run in the rankings in program history. The Blue Dragon record for consecutive weeks ranked in the polls is 45, which was set from 2010 to 2013.This is the sixth time the Blue Dragons have been ranked No. 1 in the NJCAA polls in program history. The Dragons have been ranked No. 1 in 34 of the past 60 polls and have been ranked in the nation's Top 3 for 35 consecutive polls.The Blue Dragons captured all 12 first-place votes. Iowa Western remained No. 2. Mississippi Gulf Coast moved up to No. 3 and Georgia Military climbed to No. 4. With a loss to No. 2 Iowa Western, Snow fell two spot to No. 5.Garden City remained No. 6 and Butler moved up to No. 13. Coffeyville entered the Top 15 for the first time this season at No. 14 and Highland fell five spots to No. 15 after a loss to Coffeyville. Dodge City fell out of the rankings, but is still receiving votes.The Blue Dragons are now 3-0 against nationally ranked opponents, defeating No. 1 Iowa Western, No. 12 Iowa Central and No. 14 Dodge City this season.

🏈 HutchCC remains No. 1 in poll for fifth straight week

NEWTON – Three golfers all shot 1-over 73s on Sunday morning to lead the No. 3-ranked Hutchinson Community College men's golf team after one round of the Grier Jones Shocker Invitational at Sand Creek Station.

The Blue Dragons posted an opening round 6-over 294 to find themselves in fifth place, just four shots off the team lead after Round 1.

BLUE DRAGON MEN'S GOLF Grier Jones Shocker Invitational Course: Sand Creek Station, Newton, KS Round: 2 Tee times: 8:30-9:10 a.m. (Tee 1) Live Scoring:&nbsp;<a href="https://results.golfstat.com/public/leaderboards/gsnav.cfm?pg=team&amp;tid=29314" target="_blank">GolfStat.com</a>

Teeing off on No. 10 at Sand Creek Station, the Blue Dragons got off to a 2-under par start through nine holes, but played the back nine – holes 1 through 9 – in 8 over to finish at 294.

The University of Denver leads the field after a 2-over 290. Wichita State, Incarnate Word and Xavier are tied for second at 293. The Blue Dragons are the highest-placing NJCAA team through one round. Indian Hills is eighth at 300 and Dodge City is 13th after a 307.

The Blue Dragons tee of between 8:30 and 9:10 a.m. on Monday off Tee No. 1 with SIU-Edwardsville, Northern Colorado and Indian Hills.

No Blue Dragon individual players are in the Top 10 after one round. Sophomores&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/mgolf/2024-25/bios/box_charlie_0808">Charlie Box</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/mgolf/2024-25/bios/ross_louis_6g3i">Louis Ross</a>&nbsp;and freshman&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/mgolf/2024-25/bios/northgraves_jack_mp7b">Jack Northgraves</a>&nbsp;all posted round of 73 on Sunday. Sophomore&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/mgolf/2024-25/bios/razinskas_david_xbtl">David Razinskas</a>&nbsp;is tied for 31st after a 75. Freshman&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/mgolf/2024-25/bios/caruthers_jaydon_5jz1">Jaydon Carruthers</a>&nbsp;is tied for 53rd after a round of 77.

Southern Indiana's Jason Bannister leads the individual race after posting a 4-under 68 on Sunday.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1728340024613.jpeg" alt="Louis Ross was one of three Blue Dragons to post rounds of 73 on Sunday in Round 1 of the Grier Jones Shocker Invitational at Sand Creek Station in Newton." />
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 </figure>Hutchinson CC Sports InformationNEWTON – Three golfers all shot 1-over 73s on Sunday morning to lead the No. 3-ranked Hutchinson Community College men's golf team after one round of the Grier Jones Shocker Invitational at Sand Creek Station.The Blue Dragons posted an opening round 6-over 294 to find themselves in fifth place, just four shots off the team lead after Round 1.BLUE DRAGON MEN'S GOLF Grier Jones Shocker Invitational Course: Sand Creek Station, Newton, KS Round: 2 Tee times: 8:30-9:10 a.m. (Tee 1) Live Scoring:&nbsp;<a href="https://results.golfstat.com/public/leaderboards/gsnav.cfm?pg=team&amp;tid=29314" target="_blank">GolfStat.com</a>Teeing off on No. 10 at Sand Creek Station, the Blue Dragons got off to a 2-under par start through nine holes, but played the back nine – holes 1 through 9 – in 8 over to finish at 294.The University of Denver leads the field after a 2-over 290. Wichita State, Incarnate Word and Xavier are tied for second at 293. The Blue Dragons are the highest-placing NJCAA team through one round. Indian Hills is eighth at 300 and Dodge City is 13th after a 307.The Blue Dragons tee of between 8:30 and 9:10 a.m. on Monday off Tee No. 1 with SIU-Edwardsville, Northern Colorado and Indian Hills.No Blue Dragon individual players are in the Top 10 after one round. Sophomores&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/mgolf/2024-25/bios/box_charlie_0808">Charlie Box</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/mgolf/2024-25/bios/ross_louis_6g3i">Louis Ross</a>&nbsp;and freshman&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/mgolf/2024-25/bios/northgraves_jack_mp7b">Jack Northgraves</a>&nbsp;all posted round of 73 on Sunday. Sophomore&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/mgolf/2024-25/bios/razinskas_david_xbtl">David Razinskas</a>&nbsp;is tied for 31st after a 75. Freshman&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/mgolf/2024-25/bios/caruthers_jaydon_5jz1">Jaydon Carruthers</a>&nbsp;is tied for 53rd after a round of 77.Southern Indiana's Jason Bannister leads the individual race after posting a 4-under 68 on Sunday.

⛳ Blue Dragons 5th after Day 1 of Shocker Invite

With two strong conference victories pushing its winning streak to three games, the Hutchinson Community College women's soccer team moved up two spots in this week's NJCAA Division I Women's Soccer Rankings.

Victories over Seward County and Dodge City helped the Blue Dragons jump to a season-high No. 16 in the latest rankings released on Monday. The Blue Dragons are now 7-2-3 overall and in fourth place in a very tough Jayhawk Conference with a 6-2-3 record (21 points).

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Blue Dragon women's soccer established a new program record for consecutive weeks in the national rankings with their 16th-straight appearance in the poll. The previous record was 15 consecutive weeks in the poll in 2009 and 2010.

Hutchinson claimed wins of 3-1 over Seward County and 2-0 over Dodge City last week to match a season-long win streak of three games.

This week, the Blue Dragons play host to No. 8 Butler at 6 p.m. at the Salthawk Sports Complex and travel to Coffeyville on Saturday. Saturday's game time at Coffeyville has been changed from 5 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

The previous high in the rankings for the Blue Dragons has been No. 17 this season. It's the highest ranking since climbing to No. 14 last season.

Navarro, Iowa Western and Seminole State remained the top three teams in the latest rankings. Arizona Western and Tyler flip-flopped spots at Nos. 4 and 5.

With Kansas City's one-goal victory over Butler on Saturday, the Blue Dragons are now the highest ranked KJCCC team at No. 7, with the Grizzlies at No. 8. Cowley moved up one spot to No. 11

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 </figure>Hutchinson CC Sports InformationWith two strong conference victories pushing its winning streak to three games, the Hutchinson Community College women's soccer team moved up two spots in this week's NJCAA Division I Women's Soccer Rankings.Victories over Seward County and Dodge City helped the Blue Dragons jump to a season-high No. 16 in the latest rankings released on Monday. The Blue Dragons are now 7-2-3 overall and in fourth place in a very tough Jayhawk Conference with a 6-2-3 record (21 points).<a href="https://www.njcaa.org/sports/wsoc/rankings/DI/index">CLICK FOR COMPLETE 2024 NJCAA DIVISION I WOMEN'S SOCCER RANKINGS</a>Blue Dragon women's soccer established a new program record for consecutive weeks in the national rankings with their 16th-straight appearance in the poll. The previous record was 15 consecutive weeks in the poll in 2009 and 2010.Hutchinson claimed wins of 3-1 over Seward County and 2-0 over Dodge City last week to match a season-long win streak of three games.This week, the Blue Dragons play host to No. 8 Butler at 6 p.m. at the Salthawk Sports Complex and travel to Coffeyville on Saturday. Saturday's game time at Coffeyville has been changed from 5 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.The previous high in the rankings for the Blue Dragons has been No. 17 this season. It's the highest ranking since climbing to No. 14 last season.Navarro, Iowa Western and Seminole State remained the top three teams in the latest rankings. Arizona Western and Tyler flip-flopped spots at Nos. 4 and 5.With Kansas City's one-goal victory over Butler on Saturday, the Blue Dragons are now the highest ranked KJCCC team at No. 7, with the Grizzlies at No. 8. Cowley moved up one spot to No. 11

⚽ HutchCC up two spots to No. 16

Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center

RENO COUNTY —&nbsp; Family and friends traveled from across Kansas, Georgia, and Alabama to witness the graduation of the 331st Basic Training Class at the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center (KLETC) on Friday, October 4. 

KLETC Police Instructor Senior James Buettgenbach, the class coordinator, introduced the graduates. This was followed by a commencement speech from Christopher Kennedy, Secretary of the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks. He shared personal insights and lessons that have helped him succeed in his career, stating “Contemplate your life, recognize and appreciate the individuals who took the time and made the effort to get you where you are today. As you move forward, be prepared to support those around you—you never know when you will need their support again in life. My path has thrown me some humdingers at times, and the only reason I’ve made it this far is the amazing assistance I’ve received from my support team.”

Class President Officer Jacob Earley of the Hutchinson Police Department also addressed the graduates. He spoke about the class's future, the connections they made, and how they bonded. He remarked, “This class is different in a lot of ways. We all have different personalities and different ways of thinking. We’re the group that likes to argue about the color of the sky, but we’re also the group that puts all of our differences aside when it comes to needing and supporting one another.”

Under the authority of Vice Provost and Director of Police Training Darin Beck, graduates received certificates attesting the satisfactory completion of a full-time basic course of instruction, and certification as Kansas law enforcement officers from the Kansas Commission on Peace Officers’ Standards and Training, the state’s Law enforcement licensing authority.  

The following are the graduates of the 331st Basic Training Class. Hutch Post area graduates are in bold.

Makenzie Ammons - Mitchell County Sheriff's Office *Honors, Fitness

Connor Budzinski - Junction City Police Department

Cameron Day - El Dorado Police Department

Jack DeWitt - Junction City Police Department

Bradley Draper - Junction City Police Department *Honors

Jacob Earley - Hutchinson Police Department&nbsp;*Class President

Jordan Hawkins - Hutchinson Police Department

Erik Heh - Kansas City KS Comm College Campus

Charleston Johnson - Emporia Police Department

Annika Krehbiel - Halstead Police Department

Madelyne Lane - Kansas City Public Schools Police Department

Christopher Petesch - Atchison County Sheriff's Office

Andrew Robinson - Junction City Police Department

Gerardo Ruiz-Calderon - Junction City Police Department

Mariah Shultz - Carbondale Police Department

Rileigh Vandenburg - Grandview Plaza Police Department

Kierah Warner - St. George Police Department

Dakota Wehmeyer - University of Kansas Police Department&nbsp; *Honors

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 </figure>Kansas Law Enforcement Training CenterRENO COUNTY —&nbsp; Family and friends traveled from across Kansas, Georgia, and Alabama to witness the graduation of the 331st Basic Training Class at the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center (KLETC) on Friday, October 4. KLETC Police Instructor Senior James Buettgenbach, the class coordinator, introduced the graduates. This was followed by a commencement speech from Christopher Kennedy, Secretary of the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks. He shared personal insights and lessons that have helped him succeed in his career, stating “Contemplate your life, recognize and appreciate the individuals who took the time and made the effort to get you where you are today. As you move forward, be prepared to support those around you—you never know when you will need their support again in life. My path has thrown me some humdingers at times, and the only reason I’ve made it this far is the amazing assistance I’ve received from my support team.”Class President Officer Jacob Earley of the Hutchinson Police Department also addressed the graduates. He spoke about the class's future, the connections they made, and how they bonded. He remarked, “This class is different in a lot of ways. We all have different personalities and different ways of thinking. We’re the group that likes to argue about the color of the sky, but we’re also the group that puts all of our differences aside when it comes to needing and supporting one another.”Under the authority of Vice Provost and Director of Police Training Darin Beck, graduates received certificates attesting the satisfactory completion of a full-time basic course of instruction, and certification as Kansas law enforcement officers from the Kansas Commission on Peace Officers’ Standards and Training, the state’s Law enforcement licensing authority. The following are the graduates of the 331st Basic Training Class. Hutch Post area graduates are in bold.*Awards recipientMakenzie Ammons - Mitchell County Sheriff's Office *Honors, FitnessDillyn Brown - Ottawa Police DepartmentConnor Budzinski - Junction City Police DepartmentCameron Day - El Dorado Police DepartmentJack DeWitt - Junction City Police DepartmentBradley Draper - Junction City Police Department *HonorsJacob Earley - Hutchinson Police Department&nbsp;*Class PresidentAustin Harris - Salina Police DepartmentJordan Hawkins - Hutchinson Police DepartmentErik Heh - Kansas City KS Comm College CampusCharleston Johnson - Emporia Police DepartmentAnnika Krehbiel - Halstead Police DepartmentMadelyne Lane - Kansas City Public Schools Police DepartmentChristopher Petesch - Atchison County Sheriff's OfficeAndrew Robinson - Junction City Police DepartmentGerardo Ruiz-Calderon - Junction City Police DepartmentMariah Shultz - Carbondale Police DepartmentRileigh Vandenburg - Grandview Plaza Police DepartmentKierah Warner - St. George Police DepartmentDakota Wehmeyer - University of Kansas Police Department&nbsp; *Honors

Hutch officer class president for KLETC's 331st Basic Training Class

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System, in a partnership with Hutch Rec, the Cosmosphere, Boys &amp; Girls Clubs of Hutchinson, Hutchinson YMCA, and Hutchinson USD 308, are hosting a Mother &amp; Son Date Night event on Saturday, Nov. 2.

"The idea actually came through conversations with Benjamin Anderson with Hutch Regional," said Hutch Rec's Tony Finlay. "We decided that one of the gaps in the community was events specifically for mother and sons. And so as we started that, we realized that it would be great to bring in other community partners, YMCA, Boys and Girls Club.&nbsp; We've been in close contact with USD 308 as well."

This event takes place Nov. 2 starting at 6 p.m. at the Cosmosphere and includes a catered meal, rose for each mom, hand-written card for each son, and a program featuring former NASA spacesuit technician Sharon McDougle.

"It's a fundraiser for the Cosmosphere," said David Foster with the YMCA.&nbsp;We're going to be able to raise some money for them and help some of those kids that are coming to the event, maybe experience camp at the Cosmosphere this summer. I think it's kind of neat when other organizations can come together on behalf of the community at large to support mothers and sons, like Tony said, but also give some of these kids an opportunity to maybe get to do some things that they've never done before, which I think is really cool."&nbsp; 

Tickets are $100 per mother-son couple and can be purchased online at&nbsp;<a href="http://hutchrec.com/">hutchrec.com</a>&nbsp;or in-person at Hutch Rec Downtown (17 E. 1st Ave.), from 9 a.m.&nbsp;to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.&nbsp;&nbsp;

"It's going to be a pretty formal event, but we also want it to be fun and educational at the same time and having the former astronaut come and speak," Foster said. "We're also going to staff the event for the most part with hosts and waiters with some male role models from around the community. I know Hutch Community College Athletic Department is going to help out along with some other local community leaders. So if there are any males out there listening that would like to serve as a role model that night and work with this event, they can just let us know and we'll be glad to get them plugged in."

Call the YMCA and ask for Foster if you'd like to help. Their number is (620) 662-1203.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System, in a partnership with Hutch Rec, the Cosmosphere, Boys &amp; Girls Clubs of Hutchinson, Hutchinson YMCA, and Hutchinson USD 308, are hosting a Mother &amp; Son Date Night event on Saturday, Nov. 2."The idea actually came through conversations with Benjamin Anderson with Hutch Regional," said Hutch Rec's Tony Finlay. "We decided that one of the gaps in the community was events specifically for mother and sons. And so as we started that, we realized that it would be great to bring in other community partners, YMCA, Boys and Girls Club.&nbsp; We've been in close contact with USD 308 as well."This event takes place Nov. 2 starting at 6 p.m. at the Cosmosphere and includes a catered meal, rose for each mom, hand-written card for each son, and a program featuring former NASA spacesuit technician Sharon McDougle."It's a fundraiser for the Cosmosphere," said David Foster with the YMCA.&nbsp;We're going to be able to raise some money for them and help some of those kids that are coming to the event, maybe experience camp at the Cosmosphere this summer. I think it's kind of neat when other organizations can come together on behalf of the community at large to support mothers and sons, like Tony said, but also give some of these kids an opportunity to maybe get to do some things that they've never done before, which I think is really cool."&nbsp; Tickets are $100 per mother-son couple and can be purchased online at&nbsp;<a href="http://hutchrec.com/">hutchrec.com</a>&nbsp;or in-person at Hutch Rec Downtown (17 E. 1st Ave.), from 9 a.m.&nbsp;to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.&nbsp;&nbsp;"It's going to be a pretty formal event, but we also want it to be fun and educational at the same time and having the former astronaut come and speak," Foster said. "We're also going to staff the event for the most part with hosts and waiters with some male role models from around the community. I know Hutch Community College Athletic Department is going to help out along with some other local community leaders. So if there are any males out there listening that would like to serve as a role model that night and work with this event, they can just let us know and we'll be glad to get them plugged in."Call the YMCA and ask for Foster if you'd like to help. Their number is (620) 662-1203.

Mother and Son Date Night next month will help with STEM scholarships

The Reverend John E. Schroeppel, 86, of Hutchinson, died October 4, 2024, at his home. He was born April 17, 1938, in New Ulm, MN, to John Earl and Alice (Swenson) Schroeppel Sr.&nbsp;

Jack, as he was known to many, graduated from Winthrop High School in 1956, where he excelled in athletics. John attended the University of Minnesota, Gustavus Adolphus College, and graduated from Luther Northwestern Theological Seminary. He received his Doctor of Ministry degree at the University of Notre Dame. John served congregations in Manitoba and Saskatchewan, Canada, and Manly and Griswold, Iowa, before moving to Hutchinson in 1994 to serve as pastor of Emanuel Lutheran Church, retiring in 2001. He loved being outdoors, gardening, hunting, fishing, and especially being at the cabin on Horseshoe Lake, MN.

On September 7, 1980, John married Anne E. (Jackson) Casper, in Winthrop, MN. They shared 44 years of marriage. She survives.

Also surviving are: his children, Stephen Casper (Tonya) of Eureka, Dr. John Paul Schroeppel (Mandy) of Leawood, Peter Schroeppel of Hutchinson, Dr. Sarah Schroeppel DeBacker (Christopher) of Boston, MA; grandchildren, Ashleigh, Austin, Annaliese Casper, Addison, Payton, John Pierce Schroeppel, Nathaniel John and Theodore DeBacker; siblings, Douglas Schroeppel (Nancy) of Buffalo, MN, Kay Ferris (Brad) of Backus, MN, Sue Coulter of Crosslake, MN; sister-in-law, Karen Schroeppel of Plano, TX; and many nieces, nephews, and extended family members.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Roger Schroeppel.

Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, October 9, 2024, at Emanuel Lutheran Church, 140 E. 30th Ave., Hutchinson. Burial will follow at 3 p.m. in Upper Fall River Lutheran Church Cemetery near Eureka.

The service will be livestreamed on the church’s YouTube channel.

Friends may sign his memorial book from 1-5 p.m. Sunday, and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday and Tuesday. The family will receive friends from 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at Emanuel Lutheran Church.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Emanuel Lutheran Church, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>The Reverend John E. Schroeppel, 86, of Hutchinson, died October 4, 2024, at his home. He was born April 17, 1938, in New Ulm, MN, to John Earl and Alice (Swenson) Schroeppel Sr.&nbsp;Jack, as he was known to many, graduated from Winthrop High School in 1956, where he excelled in athletics. John attended the University of Minnesota, Gustavus Adolphus College, and graduated from Luther Northwestern Theological Seminary. He received his Doctor of Ministry degree at the University of Notre Dame. John served congregations in Manitoba and Saskatchewan, Canada, and Manly and Griswold, Iowa, before moving to Hutchinson in 1994 to serve as pastor of Emanuel Lutheran Church, retiring in 2001. He loved being outdoors, gardening, hunting, fishing, and especially being at the cabin on Horseshoe Lake, MN.On September 7, 1980, John married Anne E. (Jackson) Casper, in Winthrop, MN. They shared 44 years of marriage. She survives.Also surviving are: his children, Stephen Casper (Tonya) of Eureka, Dr. John Paul Schroeppel (Mandy) of Leawood, Peter Schroeppel of Hutchinson, Dr. Sarah Schroeppel DeBacker (Christopher) of Boston, MA; grandchildren, Ashleigh, Austin, Annaliese Casper, Addison, Payton, John Pierce Schroeppel, Nathaniel John and Theodore DeBacker; siblings, Douglas Schroeppel (Nancy) of Buffalo, MN, Kay Ferris (Brad) of Backus, MN, Sue Coulter of Crosslake, MN; sister-in-law, Karen Schroeppel of Plano, TX; and many nieces, nephews, and extended family members.He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Roger Schroeppel.Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, October 9, 2024, at Emanuel Lutheran Church, 140 E. 30th Ave., Hutchinson. Burial will follow at 3 p.m. in Upper Fall River Lutheran Church Cemetery near Eureka.The service will be livestreamed on the church’s YouTube channel.Friends may sign his memorial book from 1-5 p.m. Sunday, and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday and Tuesday. The family will receive friends from 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at Emanuel Lutheran Church.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Emanuel Lutheran Church, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

The Reverend John E. Schroeppel |1938-2024|

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HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The No. 1-ranked Hutchinson Community College football team posted its second consecutive shutout, as the Blue Dragons cruised to a 42-0 win over No. 14 Dodge City on Saturday at Gowans Stadium.

The Blue Dragons are now 5-0 on the season, 1-0 in Jayhawk Conference play. The Blue Dragons have now won 27 straight regular season games, with the last loss coming on Oct. 7, 2021 to Independence.

Hutchinson scored all 42 points in the first half, including 21 points in each of the two quarters.

HutchCC gained 399 yards of total offense on 76 plays, while the Conquistadors were held to only 35 yards on 52 plays. The Blue Dragon defense held the Conquistador ground game to negative-12 yards on 37 attempts. The stout Hutchinson defense forced four Dodge City turnovers.

Samari Collier found Tre Brown for a 23-yard touchdown pass to put Hutch on the board with 12:03 to play in the first quarter, capitalizing on a four-play 47-yard drive. Collier then plunged into the end zone from a yard out to put the Blue Dragons in front, 14-0, with 8:12 left in the first. Collier threw one more passing touchdown in the first, a 20-yard pass to Waymond Jordan Jr. with 2:47 to play in the period.

Brown caught a 35-yard pass to add onto the Blue Dragon lead with 11:14 to play in the half, followed by a two-yard rushing score from Julius Bolden with 9:50 to play. The final touchdown in the ballgame came with six seconds left in the second quarter, as La'Modrick Spencer forced a fumble and recovered the ball in the end zone.

The back-to-back shutouts by the Blue Dragons are the first since the 2021 season, in which Hutchinson shutout Highland (77-0) and Independence (42-0).

This marks the first time since Aug. 27, 2022 that Dodge City has been shutout, and the first time since Nov. 5, 2022 that the Conqs failed to score a touchdown.

Hutchinson is now 58-35 all-time in Jayhawk Conference openers, and 11-9 against Dodge City in KJCCC openers. The Blue Dragons are 54-36-4 all-time against Dodge City, including winning the last eight matchups.

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 </figure><a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/fball/2024-25/boxscores/20241005_g244.xml">BOX SCORE</a>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The No. 1-ranked Hutchinson Community College football team posted its second consecutive shutout, as the Blue Dragons cruised to a 42-0 win over No. 14 Dodge City on Saturday at Gowans Stadium.The Blue Dragons are now 5-0 on the season, 1-0 in Jayhawk Conference play. The Blue Dragons have now won 27 straight regular season games, with the last loss coming on Oct. 7, 2021 to Independence.Hutchinson scored all 42 points in the first half, including 21 points in each of the two quarters.HutchCC gained 399 yards of total offense on 76 plays, while the Conquistadors were held to only 35 yards on 52 plays. The Blue Dragon defense held the Conquistador ground game to negative-12 yards on 37 attempts. The stout Hutchinson defense forced four Dodge City turnovers.Samari Collier found Tre Brown for a 23-yard touchdown pass to put Hutch on the board with 12:03 to play in the first quarter, capitalizing on a four-play 47-yard drive. Collier then plunged into the end zone from a yard out to put the Blue Dragons in front, 14-0, with 8:12 left in the first. Collier threw one more passing touchdown in the first, a 20-yard pass to Waymond Jordan Jr. with 2:47 to play in the period.Brown caught a 35-yard pass to add onto the Blue Dragon lead with 11:14 to play in the half, followed by a two-yard rushing score from Julius Bolden with 9:50 to play. The final touchdown in the ballgame came with six seconds left in the second quarter, as La'Modrick Spencer forced a fumble and recovered the ball in the end zone.The back-to-back shutouts by the Blue Dragons are the first since the 2021 season, in which Hutchinson shutout Highland (77-0) and Independence (42-0).This marks the first time since Aug. 27, 2022 that Dodge City has been shutout, and the first time since Nov. 5, 2022 that the Conqs failed to score a touchdown.Hutchinson is now 58-35 all-time in Jayhawk Conference openers, and 11-9 against Dodge City in KJCCC openers. The Blue Dragons are 54-36-4 all-time against Dodge City, including winning the last eight matchups.

🏈 Defense shines as No. 1 HutchCC shuts out No. 14 Dodge City

John M. Rust, 74, died October 2, 2024, at his home. He was born May 23, 1950, in Paragould, AR, to Claude W. and Naomi J. (Peterson) Rust.

John served in the United States Navy for eight years. He worked for Williams Natural Gas Company for over 25 years. John enjoyed reading books by Louis L’ Amour, fishing and eating a good homecooked meal. He also enjoyed cooking fired okra, pancakes and biscuits and gravy. John was a member of First Southern Baptist Church, in Hutchinson.

On August 11, 1972, he married Susan E. Patton, in Ulysses. They shared over 52 years in marriage.

John is survived by: wife, Susan Rust of Hutchinson; son, Caleb (Tara) of Amarillo, TX; six grandchildren.&nbsp;

He was preceded in death by: his parents; sister, Sue Rust; half-brother, Johnny Peterson.

Funeral service will be 9:00 a.m. Monday, October 7, 2024, at First Southern Baptist Church, 1201 E. 23rd Avenue, Hutchinson, with Dr. Roy Jaye officiating. Burial will be 1:00 p.m. Monday, October 7, 2024, with honors conducted by the United States Navy Honor Guard, in the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery at Winfield, 1208 N. College Street, Winfield. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday at Elliott Mortuary.

Memorials are suggested to the American Legion Lysle Rishel Post 68, Hutchinson, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>John M. Rust, 74, died October 2, 2024, at his home. He was born May 23, 1950, in Paragould, AR, to Claude W. and Naomi J. (Peterson) Rust.John served in the United States Navy for eight years. He worked for Williams Natural Gas Company for over 25 years. John enjoyed reading books by Louis L’ Amour, fishing and eating a good homecooked meal. He also enjoyed cooking fired okra, pancakes and biscuits and gravy. John was a member of First Southern Baptist Church, in Hutchinson.On August 11, 1972, he married Susan E. Patton, in Ulysses. They shared over 52 years in marriage.John is survived by: wife, Susan Rust of Hutchinson; son, Caleb (Tara) of Amarillo, TX; six grandchildren.&nbsp;He was preceded in death by: his parents; sister, Sue Rust; half-brother, Johnny Peterson.Funeral service will be 9:00 a.m. Monday, October 7, 2024, at First Southern Baptist Church, 1201 E. 23rd Avenue, Hutchinson, with Dr. Roy Jaye officiating. Burial will be 1:00 p.m. Monday, October 7, 2024, with honors conducted by the United States Navy Honor Guard, in the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery at Winfield, 1208 N. College Street, Winfield. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday at Elliott Mortuary.Memorials are suggested to the American Legion Lysle Rishel Post 68, Hutchinson, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

John M. Rust |1950-2024|

Nita Ann McFarland, 73, of Kingman, died October 3, 2024, at Ascension Via Christi Village in Wichita. She was born March 13, 1951, in Syracuse, the daughter of Earl W. and Nina E. (Dimmitt) Seyb.

Nita graduated from Pretty Prairie High School in 1969 and later received her nursing degree from Hutchinson Community College. She started her nursing career at Prairie Sunset Home in Pretty Prairie, then worked as a surgical nurse for a doctor in Smith Center, and then at Kingman Hospital for over 30 years before retiring as Director of Nursing. Nita also owned and operated Mollie’s Attic in Kingman for many years. She was an avid shopper, reader – especially Clive Cussler novels, and Kansas Jayhawks fan. Nita especially loved attending her grandchildren’s school and sporting events.

In 1970, she married Fredrick Carrithers in Pretty Prairie. He died in 1985. Nita married Merlin L. McFarland on October 16, 1987, in Smith Center. He survives.

Also surviving are: her son, Matthew Carrithers (Shanda) of Scottsdale, AZ; daughter, Megan Pipkin (Kyle) of Cheney; stepchildren, Dustin McFarland (Paula) of Wichita, Jill Fisher (Andy) of Lawrence; grandchildren, Brody Carrithers, Madeline Carrithers, Camdyn Pipkin, Hadley Pipkin, Carter Pipkin; step-grandchildren, Keegan McFarland, Tatum McFarland, Nicole Wieshar, Kennedy George (Virgil), Augden Fisher; and many extended family members.

She was preceded in death by her parents and a son, Mitchell Carrithers.

Graveside service will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, October 9, 2024, at Lone Star Cemetery, 3000 W. Sun City Rd., Pretty Prairie.

Following the service, everyone is invited to join the family for refreshments at the Pretty Prairie United Methodist Church, 201 S. Rhodes St.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Kingman Fire Department or Kingman EMS, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>Nita Ann McFarland, 73, of Kingman, died October 3, 2024, at Ascension Via Christi Village in Wichita. She was born March 13, 1951, in Syracuse, the daughter of Earl W. and Nina E. (Dimmitt) Seyb.Nita graduated from Pretty Prairie High School in 1969 and later received her nursing degree from Hutchinson Community College. She started her nursing career at Prairie Sunset Home in Pretty Prairie, then worked as a surgical nurse for a doctor in Smith Center, and then at Kingman Hospital for over 30 years before retiring as Director of Nursing. Nita also owned and operated Mollie’s Attic in Kingman for many years. She was an avid shopper, reader – especially Clive Cussler novels, and Kansas Jayhawks fan. Nita especially loved attending her grandchildren’s school and sporting events.In 1970, she married Fredrick Carrithers in Pretty Prairie. He died in 1985. Nita married Merlin L. McFarland on October 16, 1987, in Smith Center. He survives.Also surviving are: her son, Matthew Carrithers (Shanda) of Scottsdale, AZ; daughter, Megan Pipkin (Kyle) of Cheney; stepchildren, Dustin McFarland (Paula) of Wichita, Jill Fisher (Andy) of Lawrence; grandchildren, Brody Carrithers, Madeline Carrithers, Camdyn Pipkin, Hadley Pipkin, Carter Pipkin; step-grandchildren, Keegan McFarland, Tatum McFarland, Nicole Wieshar, Kennedy George (Virgil), Augden Fisher; and many extended family members.She was preceded in death by her parents and a son, Mitchell Carrithers.Cremation has taken place.&nbsp;Graveside service will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, October 9, 2024, at Lone Star Cemetery, 3000 W. Sun City Rd., Pretty Prairie.Following the service, everyone is invited to join the family for refreshments at the Pretty Prairie United Methodist Church, 201 S. Rhodes St.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Kingman Fire Department or Kingman EMS, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Nita Ann McFarland |1951-2024|

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The dirt has officially been moved as part of the ongoing construction at Hobart-Detter Field, as the playing surface is transformed from a natural grass and dirt to artificial turf.

Hobart-Detter Field was opened in 1928 and has been an all-natural playing surface since then.

The turf will be instrumental in allowing games to be played in the rain, unlike prior when a substantial amount of rain would cause for a delay and in several cases a postponement or cancellation.

Hobart-Detter Field is home to Hutchinson Community College, Hutchinson High School, Hutchinson Monarchs and several tournaments throughout the year.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The dirt has officially been moved as part of the ongoing construction at Hobart-Detter Field, as the playing surface is transformed from a natural grass and dirt to artificial turf.Hobart-Detter Field was opened in 1928 and has been an all-natural playing surface since then.The turf will be instrumental in allowing games to be played in the rain, unlike prior when a substantial amount of rain would cause for a delay and in several cases a postponement or cancellation.Hobart-Detter Field is home to Hutchinson Community College, Hutchinson High School, Hutchinson Monarchs and several tournaments throughout the year.

⚾ Construction underway at Hobart-Detter Field

HUTCHINSON, Kan. —&nbsp; Medical Provider Resources, a Wichita-based medical credentialing and insurance enrollment company, hired Hutchinson resident Marla Booher as its next CEO.

“We conducted a national search and found the best candidate in Hutchinson,” said Phillip Brownlee, executive director of the Medical Society of Sedgwick County, which owns MPR. “Marla Booher has the experience and skills to lead MPR and help it continue to grow.”

Booher served the past 15 years as director of medical staff services at Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System where she oversaw the credentialing and privileging process of more than 1,500 medical providers. She is a Certified Professional in Medical Services Management&nbsp;and holds an MBA from Loyola University Chicago and a bachelor’s degree in economics from the University of Kansas. She also is an online business education instructor at Hutchinson Community College and serves on boards and committees of several community organizations, including Big Brothers Big Sisters of Reno County and United Way of Reno County.

MPR conducts primary source verification of medical credentials for healthcare facilities and other clients. It also enrolls medical providers throughout Kansas and surrounding states in health insurance networks. It has more than 20 employees and nearly 4,200 providers in its database.

Booher begins at MPR on Oct. 14 but won’t assume her full duties until the current CEO retires at the end of the year.

“I am beyond excited and honored to be joining the MPR team,” Booher said. “MPR is known as Kansas' leading expert in provider enrollment and credentialing best practices.&nbsp; I look forward to continuing to foster the relationships that Vicki and her team have created while exploring ways to expand the MPR brand, customer base and services provided.”&nbsp;

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 </figure>Medical Provider ResourcesHUTCHINSON, Kan. —&nbsp; Medical Provider Resources, a Wichita-based medical credentialing and insurance enrollment company, hired Hutchinson resident Marla Booher as its next CEO.“We conducted a national search and found the best candidate in Hutchinson,” said Phillip Brownlee, executive director of the Medical Society of Sedgwick County, which owns MPR. “Marla Booher has the experience and skills to lead MPR and help it continue to grow.”Booher served the past 15 years as director of medical staff services at Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System where she oversaw the credentialing and privileging process of more than 1,500 medical providers. She is a Certified Professional in Medical Services Management&nbsp;and holds an MBA from Loyola University Chicago and a bachelor’s degree in economics from the University of Kansas. She also is an online business education instructor at Hutchinson Community College and serves on boards and committees of several community organizations, including Big Brothers Big Sisters of Reno County and United Way of Reno County.MPR conducts primary source verification of medical credentials for healthcare facilities and other clients. It also enrolls medical providers throughout Kansas and surrounding states in health insurance networks. It has more than 20 employees and nearly 4,200 providers in its database.Booher begins at MPR on Oct. 14 but won’t assume her full duties until the current CEO retires at the end of the year.“I am beyond excited and honored to be joining the MPR team,” Booher said. “MPR is known as Kansas' leading expert in provider enrollment and credentialing best practices.&nbsp; I look forward to continuing to foster the relationships that Vicki and her team have created while exploring ways to expand the MPR brand, customer base and services provided.”&nbsp;

Booher gets CEO post

HUTCHINSON, Kan. —&nbsp;The Rotary Club of Hutchinson will hold its next meeting Monday, Oct. 7 at noon at the Stringer Fine Arts Center on the campus of Hutchinson Community College. The public is invited to attend.

The speaker will be&nbsp;Captain Ron Kaufman&nbsp;with the Hutchinson Fire Department.&nbsp;Captain Kaufman has 12 years of service with the Hutchinson Fire Department. Three years as a Firefighter, 9 years as a Fire Engineer, and working on year one as Fire Captain.&nbsp; 

Coming up through the ranks he has also completed five years of service as a TEMS Medic (Tactical Emergency Medical Service). He is also a devoted husband and father. He and his wife have been married 26 years, and have three children.



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 </figure>Hutchinson Rotary ClubHUTCHINSON, Kan. —&nbsp;The Rotary Club of Hutchinson will hold its next meeting Monday, Oct. 7 at noon at the Stringer Fine Arts Center on the campus of Hutchinson Community College. The public is invited to attend.The speaker will be&nbsp;Captain Ron Kaufman&nbsp;with the Hutchinson Fire Department.&nbsp;Captain Kaufman has 12 years of service with the Hutchinson Fire Department. Three years as a Firefighter, 9 years as a Fire Engineer, and working on year one as Fire Captain.&nbsp; Coming up through the ranks he has also completed five years of service as a TEMS Medic (Tactical Emergency Medical Service). He is also a devoted husband and father. He and his wife have been married 26 years, and have three children.

Kaufman to speak to Rotary Monday

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Community College volleyball team fell in three sets to No. 8 Colby on Wednesday night at the Sports Arena.

The Trojans defeated Hutchinson 25-16, 25-20, 25-19.

The Dragons are now 12-12 overall and 3-5 in the Jayhawk Conference. The Trojans are 17-2 overall and 7-1 in the KJCCC.

Sophomore middle blocker Precious Johnson tied for team-high honors with seven kills on .375 hitting to pace the Blue Dragons.

Freshman outside hitter Atlyn Proctor also had seven kills on .043 hitting. Brooke Galey had six kills on .043 hitting.

Sophomore setter Shelbi Wilson finished with 17 assists and 11 digs. Freshman libero Addy Foster had 21 digs.

Colby was led by Karlotta Kaitai with 12 kills. Viola Giangreco had 10 kills.

The Blue Dragons were out-blocked 6-5, but out-dug the Trojans 55-52. Colby had 15 service aces to the Dragons’ three.

Set 1: The Dragons trailed early 6-2, but scored four in a row, tying the set at 6-6 on a Galey kill. Colby, which hit .325 in the opening set, answered with a 4-0 run, which was extended to 10-3 on an Amanda Caputi kill for a 16-9 Trojan lead. The Dragons got back within four on a Foster ace serve at 18-14. Colby finished off the second with three straight kills for a 25-17 win.

Set 2: The Dragons trailed 9-4, but reeled of a 7-0 run Galey’s serve. Her ace gave the Dragons an 11-9 lead. Colby again answered with a seven run, which included three-straight Celia Mbaya ace serves. The Dragons were out-hit .146-.117. The Dragons pulled within 23-20 on a Galey/McKenzie Murphy double block, but the Trojans closed out the set with two-straight points for a 25-20 win.

Set 3: The third set had eight ties and four lead changes. A Johnson kill tied the set at 5-all. Wilson and Murphy had a double block gave the Dragons an 8-7 lead. Tied at 12, Colby opened up a 16-14 lead. Johnson’s kill pulled the Dragons within one, but Colby took control with a 7-2 run.

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 </figure>HutchCC Sports InformationHUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Community College volleyball team fell in three sets to No. 8 Colby on Wednesday night at the Sports Arena.The Trojans defeated Hutchinson 25-16, 25-20, 25-19.The Dragons are now 12-12 overall and 3-5 in the Jayhawk Conference. The Trojans are 17-2 overall and 7-1 in the KJCCC.Sophomore middle blocker Precious Johnson tied for team-high honors with seven kills on .375 hitting to pace the Blue Dragons.Freshman outside hitter Atlyn Proctor also had seven kills on .043 hitting. Brooke Galey had six kills on .043 hitting.The Blue Dragons hit .128 overall.Sophomore setter Shelbi Wilson finished with 17 assists and 11 digs. Freshman libero Addy Foster had 21 digs.Colby was led by Karlotta Kaitai with 12 kills. Viola Giangreco had 10 kills.The Blue Dragons were out-blocked 6-5, but out-dug the Trojans 55-52. Colby had 15 service aces to the Dragons’ three.Set 1: The Dragons trailed early 6-2, but scored four in a row, tying the set at 6-6 on a Galey kill. Colby, which hit .325 in the opening set, answered with a 4-0 run, which was extended to 10-3 on an Amanda Caputi kill for a 16-9 Trojan lead. The Dragons got back within four on a Foster ace serve at 18-14. Colby finished off the second with three straight kills for a 25-17 win.Set 2: The Dragons trailed 9-4, but reeled of a 7-0 run Galey’s serve. Her ace gave the Dragons an 11-9 lead. Colby again answered with a seven run, which included three-straight Celia Mbaya ace serves. The Dragons were out-hit .146-.117. The Dragons pulled within 23-20 on a Galey/McKenzie Murphy double block, but the Trojans closed out the set with two-straight points for a 25-20 win.Set 3: The third set had eight ties and four lead changes. A Johnson kill tied the set at 5-all. Wilson and Murphy had a double block gave the Dragons an 8-7 lead. Tied at 12, Colby opened up a 16-14 lead. Johnson’s kill pulled the Dragons within one, but Colby took control with a 7-2 run.

🏐 Dragons fall to No. 8 Colby

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Sophomore forward Katharina Marx tied a career high with two goals to provided a needed spark for the No. 18 ranked Hutchinson Community College women’s soccer team on Wednesday against the Seward County Saints.

The Blue Dragons snapped a four-game streak with only one or less goals to win their second-straight game, defeating Seward County 3-1.

Hutchinson improved to 6-2-3 overall and 5-2-3 (18 points) in the Jayhawk Conference. The Dragons travel to Dodge City at 2 p.m. on Saturday. Seward County is now 2-8-3 overall and 1-7-2 (five points) in the KJCCC.

Marx had a five-point game to lead the Blue Dragons against the Saints. She had her fourth career two-goal game and her second-highest single-game point total this season. Marx figured into all three goals scored by the Dragons.

Marx scored the fastest goal of the season on Wednesday, scoring just 1:11 into the game. She hammered in a shot from a Kira Artmann shot and save to give the Dragons a 1-0 lead. Later in the first half, a Blue Dragon corner was tipped twice in the box, but Marx headed home the ball into the upper-left corner of the goal for a 2-0 lead with 8:50 to play in the half.

The Blue Dragons took a 3-0 lead when Marx made a strong counter run up the right side and slid a perfect pass left to Haley Rogers, who scored into an open net with 40:33 remaining in the second half.

Marx how has seven goals and seven assists

Seward County scored its only goal when Nicole Calderon lofted a free kick from 30 yards out with 20:10 left in the half.

The Blue Dragon out-shot the Saints 18-15, including 9-3 in the opening half.

Blue Dragon freshman goalkeeper Marina Lopez (3-0-1) had a season-high seven saves and one goal allowed. She made a pair of key saves in the second half to keep the game at a two-goal deficit.

Seward County’s Miu Kamei had eight saves and allowed three goals.

The Blue Dragons are now 3-0-1 all-time against Seward County.

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 </figure>HutchCC Sports InformationHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Sophomore forward Katharina Marx tied a career high with two goals to provided a needed spark for the No. 18 ranked Hutchinson Community College women’s soccer team on Wednesday against the Seward County Saints.The Blue Dragons snapped a four-game streak with only one or less goals to win their second-straight game, defeating Seward County 3-1.Hutchinson improved to 6-2-3 overall and 5-2-3 (18 points) in the Jayhawk Conference. The Dragons travel to Dodge City at 2 p.m. on Saturday. Seward County is now 2-8-3 overall and 1-7-2 (five points) in the KJCCC.Marx had a five-point game to lead the Blue Dragons against the Saints. She had her fourth career two-goal game and her second-highest single-game point total this season. Marx figured into all three goals scored by the Dragons.Marx scored the fastest goal of the season on Wednesday, scoring just 1:11 into the game. She hammered in a shot from a Kira Artmann shot and save to give the Dragons a 1-0 lead. Later in the first half, a Blue Dragon corner was tipped twice in the box, but Marx headed home the ball into the upper-left corner of the goal for a 2-0 lead with 8:50 to play in the half.The Blue Dragons took a 3-0 lead when Marx made a strong counter run up the right side and slid a perfect pass left to Haley Rogers, who scored into an open net with 40:33 remaining in the second half.Marx how has seven goals and seven assistsSeward County scored its only goal when Nicole Calderon lofted a free kick from 30 yards out with 20:10 left in the half.The Blue Dragon out-shot the Saints 18-15, including 9-3 in the opening half.Blue Dragon freshman goalkeeper Marina Lopez (3-0-1) had a season-high seven saves and one goal allowed. She made a pair of key saves in the second half to keep the game at a two-goal deficit.Seward County’s Miu Kamei had eight saves and allowed three goals.The Blue Dragons are now 3-0-1 all-time against Seward County.

⚽ Marx leads Dragons to Wednesday win

Week 6 of the college football season is upon us in the Sunflower State. See below for the schedule involving state teams.

KJCCC Noon - Hutchinson vs. Dodge City 1 p.m. - Coffeyville vs. Highland 1 p.m. - Independence vs. Garden City

KCAC 1 p.m. - Evangel vs. Avila 1 p.m. - Bethany vs. Ottawa 1 p.m. - McPherson vs. Kansas Wesleyan 1:30 p.m. - Southwestern vs. Saint Mary 6 p.m. - Friends vs. Sterling 6 p.m. - Bethel vs. Tabor

MIAA 1 p.m. - Southwest Minnesota St. vs. Nebraska Kearney 2 p.m. - Missouri Southern vs. Central Oklahoma 2 p.m. - Emporia St. vs. Northeastern St. 2 p.m. - Pittsburg St. vs. Missouri Western 3 p.m. - Washburn vs. Northwest Missouri 7 p.m. - Fort Hays St. vs. Central Missouri

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 </figure>Week 6 of the college football season is upon us in the Sunflower State. See below for the schedule involving state teams.KJCCC Noon - Hutchinson vs. Dodge City 1 p.m. - Coffeyville vs. Highland 1 p.m. - Independence vs. Garden CityKCAC 1 p.m. - Evangel vs. Avila 1 p.m. - Bethany vs. Ottawa 1 p.m. - McPherson vs. Kansas Wesleyan 1:30 p.m. - Southwestern vs. Saint Mary 6 p.m. - Friends vs. Sterling 6 p.m. - Bethel vs. TaborMIAA 1 p.m. - Southwest Minnesota St. vs. Nebraska Kearney 2 p.m. - Missouri Southern vs. Central Oklahoma 2 p.m. - Emporia St. vs. Northeastern St. 2 p.m. - Pittsburg St. vs. Missouri Western 3 p.m. - Washburn vs. Northwest Missouri 7 p.m. - Fort Hays St. vs. Central Missouri

🏈 Week 6 KJCCC, KCAC, MIAA schedule

Marianne K. ‘Mary’ Marne, 61, of Haven, died September 27, 2024, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. She was born August 3, 1963, in Fargo, ND, and was adopted by James and Mildred ‘Millie’ (Svagera) Marne.&nbsp;

Mary acquired her associate degree from Metropolitan Community College in Omaha, NE, where she graduated cum laude in electronic technology. She felt drawn to volunteer and dedicated her adult life to rescuing and caring for animals. Mary funded food and veterinarian care with unwavering love and attention to over 95 fosters, adoptions, and rescues since moving to Kansas in 2000. Although she will be deeply missed, 34 of those rescues shall continue to thrive with her animal rescue partner of 32 years in their furever home.&nbsp;

Mary is survived by: partner in rescuing, Janice Schlange, Haven, KS; mother, Millie Marne; brothers, David (Cheryl) Marne, Steve (Debbie) Marne; nieces, Ashley and Brittany Marne; nephew, Aidan Thomy, with all of the family residing in Omaha, NE.&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her father, James Marne.&nbsp;

Cremation has taken place. Services will take place at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Hutchinson Animal Shelter, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson KS 67501.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Marianne K. ‘Mary’ Marne, 61, of Haven, died September 27, 2024, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. She was born August 3, 1963, in Fargo, ND, and was adopted by James and Mildred ‘Millie’ (Svagera) Marne.&nbsp;Mary acquired her associate degree from Metropolitan Community College in Omaha, NE, where she graduated cum laude in electronic technology. She felt drawn to volunteer and dedicated her adult life to rescuing and caring for animals. Mary funded food and veterinarian care with unwavering love and attention to over 95 fosters, adoptions, and rescues since moving to Kansas in 2000. Although she will be deeply missed, 34 of those rescues shall continue to thrive with her animal rescue partner of 32 years in their furever home.&nbsp;Mary is survived by: partner in rescuing, Janice Schlange, Haven, KS; mother, Millie Marne; brothers, David (Cheryl) Marne, Steve (Debbie) Marne; nieces, Ashley and Brittany Marne; nephew, Aidan Thomy, with all of the family residing in Omaha, NE.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her father, James Marne.&nbsp;Cremation has taken place. Services will take place at a later date.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Hutchinson Animal Shelter, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson KS 67501.&nbsp;

Marianne K. ‘Mary’ Marne |1963-2024|

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — U.S. Representative Tracey Mann (KS-01) took to the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives for the final time before the 2024 presidential election to urge the nation to reject four more years of the Biden-Harris Administration’s policies. Below is the transcript of his comments.

Mr. Speaker, I rise to acknowledge that this will be the very last time I speak in this Chamber before we have a new president-elect. In the coming weeks, the American people will head to the polls, and we’ll have a choice before us. We can choose four more years of Vice President Harris’ chaos and madness, or we can choose four years of law and order and American strength. 

When I came to Congress almost four years ago, America was strong. Our streets were safe, and our border was more secure than any other point in recent history. Prior to the pandemic, the U.S. had one of the strongest economies we’ve had in the past 20 years. Even in the face of adversity, President Trump led the federal government in empowering America’s small businesses and families. Just a few years before, House Republicans passed the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act that put more money in the pockets of American families, put more food on their tables, and better positioned them to care for each other.

Four years ago, America’s strength was well understood on the world stage. The Trump Administration spearheaded the historic Abraham Accords, and the U.S. was tough on our adversaries like Communist China, Iran, and their terrorist proxies. We saw an era of historic trade deals with the passage of USMCA, President Trump’s trade deal with Japan, and his Administration’s work to hold China accountable for the deals it agreed to. It truly was an era of American greatness.

Unfortunately, much of that greatness has been undermined. I once looked at the nation and felt optimistic about the future that awaited my children. I felt that when it was time for them to spread their wings and build their own lives, they’d inherit a country that gave them the opportunity to pursue their American dreams. I was confident that when the time came for them to purchase a home, choose a college or university, or start their own small business, they’d step into an economy that empowered them to successfully do these things. On January 21, 2021, that started to change. Vice President Harris and President Biden have made America less safe, destroyed the American economy, and have made America look weak on the world stage.

Since day one, Vice President Harris and President Biden have been laser focused on rolling back President Trump’s policies that actually worked. Their open border policies have ushered 16 million illegal immigrants into the country without adequate background checks or vetting, making every state a border state. Rather than fixing their open border policies, they coddle radical activists and leave Americans at risk. Under their leadership, cartels and drug lords have been the winners, and the American people have been the losers.

Vice President Harris and President Biden’s economic policies are the sole reason for the skyrocketing inflation that has haunted America over the past three years. In the Big First District of Kansas, American families, small business owners, farmers, ranchers, and agricultural producers have struggled to manage sky high interest rates, higher input costs, and a crumbling economy. For young Americans, homeownership feels like a distant dream. Rather than reversing bad policy or coming up with solutions to these challenges, the Biden-Harris Administration’s proposal is more reckless government spending that got us here in the first place.

Vice President Harris and President Biden have failed to capitalize on the strength of President Trump’s trade deals and have formed ZERO new trade deals in the last four years. The country is facing the largest agricultural trade deficit that we’ve faced in years, hurting America’s farmers, ranchers, and agricultural producers who desperately want access to new markets to help feed a hungry world.

Vice President Harris and President Biden’s weak foreign policy gave Russia a green light to attack Ukraine while their appeasement to the Iranian regime emboldened Iran-backed Hamas to attack our strongest ally in the Middle East, Israel. As antisemitism rotted our own nation, college campuses, and universities, the Biden-Harris Administration turned a blind eye and instead held up congressionally approved arms for Israel to protect itself.

Mr. Speaker, —is this the future we want? Do we want to gift our children a nation with wide open borders? Do we want them to grow up in a country with an economy that fails to work for the average family and fails to address our $35 trillion debt? Do we want a nation that is unsafe or where the American dream is no longer attainable?

In a short few weeks, we will all head to the polls, and we have a choice. We can vote for a candidate who has told us what she wants to do to address her failing policies, or we can vote for the candidate who has shown us what his policies can do to strengthen the nation. I know what choice I will make.

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 </figure>Office of Rep. Tracey MannHUTCHINSON, Kan. — U.S. Representative Tracey Mann (KS-01) took to the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives for the final time before the 2024 presidential election to urge the nation to reject four more years of the Biden-Harris Administration’s policies. Below is the transcript of his comments.Mr. Speaker, I rise to acknowledge that this will be the very last time I speak in this Chamber before we have a new president-elect. In the coming weeks, the American people will head to the polls, and we’ll have a choice before us. We can choose four more years of Vice President Harris’ chaos and madness, or we can choose four years of law and order and American strength. When I came to Congress almost four years ago, America was strong. Our streets were safe, and our border was more secure than any other point in recent history. Prior to the pandemic, the U.S. had one of the strongest economies we’ve had in the past 20 years. Even in the face of adversity, President Trump led the federal government in empowering America’s small businesses and families. Just a few years before, House Republicans passed the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act that put more money in the pockets of American families, put more food on their tables, and better positioned them to care for each other.Four years ago, America’s strength was well understood on the world stage. The Trump Administration spearheaded the historic Abraham Accords, and the U.S. was tough on our adversaries like Communist China, Iran, and their terrorist proxies. We saw an era of historic trade deals with the passage of USMCA, President Trump’s trade deal with Japan, and his Administration’s work to hold China accountable for the deals it agreed to. It truly was an era of American greatness.Unfortunately, much of that greatness has been undermined. I once looked at the nation and felt optimistic about the future that awaited my children. I felt that when it was time for them to spread their wings and build their own lives, they’d inherit a country that gave them the opportunity to pursue their American dreams. I was confident that when the time came for them to purchase a home, choose a college or university, or start their own small business, they’d step into an economy that empowered them to successfully do these things. On January 21, 2021, that started to change. Vice President Harris and President Biden have made America less safe, destroyed the American economy, and have made America look weak on the world stage.Since day one, Vice President Harris and President Biden have been laser focused on rolling back President Trump’s policies that actually worked. Their open border policies have ushered 16 million illegal immigrants into the country without adequate background checks or vetting, making every state a border state. Rather than fixing their open border policies, they coddle radical activists and leave Americans at risk. Under their leadership, cartels and drug lords have been the winners, and the American people have been the losers.Vice President Harris and President Biden’s economic policies are the sole reason for the skyrocketing inflation that has haunted America over the past three years. In the Big First District of Kansas, American families, small business owners, farmers, ranchers, and agricultural producers have struggled to manage sky high interest rates, higher input costs, and a crumbling economy. For young Americans, homeownership feels like a distant dream. Rather than reversing bad policy or coming up with solutions to these challenges, the Biden-Harris Administration’s proposal is more reckless government spending that got us here in the first place.Vice President Harris and President Biden have failed to capitalize on the strength of President Trump’s trade deals and have formed ZERO new trade deals in the last four years. The country is facing the largest agricultural trade deficit that we’ve faced in years, hurting America’s farmers, ranchers, and agricultural producers who desperately want access to new markets to help feed a hungry world.Vice President Harris and President Biden’s weak foreign policy gave Russia a green light to attack Ukraine while their appeasement to the Iranian regime emboldened Iran-backed Hamas to attack our strongest ally in the Middle East, Israel. As antisemitism rotted our own nation, college campuses, and universities, the Biden-Harris Administration turned a blind eye and instead held up congressionally approved arms for Israel to protect itself.Mr. Speaker, —is this the future we want? Do we want to gift our children a nation with wide open borders? Do we want them to grow up in a country with an economy that fails to work for the average family and fails to address our $35 trillion debt? Do we want a nation that is unsafe or where the American dream is no longer attainable?In a short few weeks, we will all head to the polls, and we have a choice. We can vote for a candidate who has told us what she wants to do to address her failing policies, or we can vote for the candidate who has shown us what his policies can do to strengthen the nation. I know what choice I will make.

Mann speaks on House floor about November presidential choice

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — After 40 years of no sub-18 minute times in Hutchinson Community College women’s cross country history, Blue Dragon freshman Faith Jepchirchir was the first of three to break that barrier on Saturday in Fayetteville, Arkansas.

Jepchirchir broke Hutchinson’s 5,000-meter women’s cross country record and placed in the Top 25 in a power-packed field at the Arkansas Chili Pepper Festival. The Blue Dragon freshman from Kenya earned KJCCC Women’s Cross Country Runner of the Week honors for the second time this season.

Jepchirchir was the top Blue Dragon runner on Saturday running against the top runners in the nation, including runners at the NCAA Division I level. Jepchirchir posted a 5,000-meter time of 17:08.1. Jepchirchir placed 21st in the Chili Pepper and shattered the old Blue Dragon 5,K record by 1 minute and 4 seconds.

She was one of three Blue Dragon runners to run sub-18 minutes on Saturday. Jepchirchir has one event win this season. Lilian Mateo Torrez ran a 17:31.9 and sophomore Jordyn Picolet posted a time of 17:53.1.

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 </figure>HutchCC Sports InformationHUTCHINSON, Kan. — After 40 years of no sub-18 minute times in Hutchinson Community College women’s cross country history, Blue Dragon freshman Faith Jepchirchir was the first of three to break that barrier on Saturday in Fayetteville, Arkansas.Jepchirchir broke Hutchinson’s 5,000-meter women’s cross country record and placed in the Top 25 in a power-packed field at the Arkansas Chili Pepper Festival. The Blue Dragon freshman from Kenya earned KJCCC Women’s Cross Country Runner of the Week honors for the second time this season.Jepchirchir was the top Blue Dragon runner on Saturday running against the top runners in the nation, including runners at the NCAA Division I level. Jepchirchir posted a 5,000-meter time of 17:08.1. Jepchirchir placed 21st in the Chili Pepper and shattered the old Blue Dragon 5,K record by 1 minute and 4 seconds.She was one of three Blue Dragon runners to run sub-18 minutes on Saturday. Jepchirchir has one event win this season. Lilian Mateo Torrez ran a 17:31.9 and sophomore Jordyn Picolet posted a time of 17:53.1.

👟 Jepchirchir named KJCCC Runner of the Week

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Community College freshman goalkeeper Marina Lopez was named the KJCCC Division I Women’s Soccer Goalkeeper of the Week on Tuesday.

Lopez is the first Blue Dragon goalkeeper and the third overall player to earn Jayhawk Conference weekly honors this season. Both Haley Rogers and Kira Artmann were named Players of the Week on Sept. 3 and Sept. 10, respectively.

In her lone action last week, the freshman from Belo Horizonte, Brazil earned a shutout victory in a 1-0 win for No. 17 Hutchinson over Garden City on Saturday in Garden City.

Lopez had four saves in her second shutout of the season, making diving save without allowing a rebound to keep the Dragons in the lead with 12 minutes to play in the second half.

So far this season, Lopez is 2-0-1 with two shutouts.

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 </figure>HutchCC Sports InformationHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Community College freshman goalkeeper Marina Lopez was named the KJCCC Division I Women’s Soccer Goalkeeper of the Week on Tuesday.Lopez is the first Blue Dragon goalkeeper and the third overall player to earn Jayhawk Conference weekly honors this season. Both Haley Rogers and Kira Artmann were named Players of the Week on Sept. 3 and Sept. 10, respectively.In her lone action last week, the freshman from Belo Horizonte, Brazil earned a shutout victory in a 1-0 win for No. 17 Hutchinson over Garden City on Saturday in Garden City.Lopez had four saves in her second shutout of the season, making diving save without allowing a rebound to keep the Dragons in the lead with 12 minutes to play in the second half.So far this season, Lopez is 2-0-1 with two shutouts.BLUE DRAGON WOMEN’S SOCCER PLAYER OF THE WEEK WINNERSWeek 2 – Haley Rogers, PlayerWeek 3 – Kira Artmann, PlayerWeek 6 – Marina Lopez, Goalkeeper