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Rabies once again diagnosed in Reno County
RENO COUNTY—A veterinary service in Reno County is reporting another case of rabies. On Friday afternoon, Ninnescah Veterinary Service LLC, 13408 S. Mohawk Road, Hutchinson, shared on social media they had just diagnosed a positive case of rabies in a farm cat. A previous case in December resulted in...
Salt City has truly Grand Opening Friday
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Racing is back on the historic half-mile oval in Hutchinson. Salt City Racing LLC opened its 2024 season Friday night at the Kansas State Fairgrounds. "We had a great night," said Phil Nightingale. "Hit my goal on race cars and we had over 2,500 in the stands!"
Dirt racing returns to Hutchinson, more than 2500 fill the grandstands
HUTCHINSON, Kan. (KAKE) - Friday night was the grand opening of the Salt City Racetrack; it’s a new name for the old dirt track on the Hutchinson fairgrounds. The race was an event many were worried wouldn’t happen after the state fair board voted to demolish the track over a year ago. But thanks to the community banding together and creating the Save Our Track movement the track will live to see another year of racing.
Duplicate Kansas plates resulting in toll violations in other states
HUTCHINSON, Kan. (KAKE) - Hutchinson resident, 95-year-old Raymond Miller has been fighting tickets issued to him that belong to someone else. Within the last few months, Miller received a few toll violations in the mail totaling close to 150 dollars from New Jersey, Texas, and Maryland. This is usually what...
Irwin named to 911 Coordinating Council
TOPEKA, Kan. — Kevin Irwin, Director of Hutchinson-Reno County Emergency Communications, was named by Gov. Laura Kelly on Friday to the Kansas 911 Coordinating Council. The Kansas 911 Coordinating Council was created by the Kansas 911 Act (K.S.A 12-5362 et seq) and is tasked with monitoring the delivery of 911 services, developing strategies for future enhancements to the 911 system.
Taylor Velasquez Wires the Field at Hutchinson; Becomes Fourth Different Winner of the 2024 Season
Hutchinson, Kansas 4/26/2024 (www.urssracing.com) - The United Rebel Sprint Series presented by RacinDirt.Com made its 10th appearance in series history to the infamous Kansas State Fairgrounds for the fourth race of the 2024 season. 12 Teams checked into the famous half-mile track Friday evening for Salt City Racing’s opening night.
Performances atop Fox marquee on May 1
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson's Historic Fox Theatre and the Hutchinson Community Foundation are hosting performances atop the Fox marquee on May 1. "We’re excited to be a part of Match Day this year, as it greatly helps build our endowed funds," shared Josh Davies, Executive Director of Hutchinson's Historic Fox Theatre. "Our aim is to cultivate a sense of community by featuring local musicians performing atop the marquee during the event."
American Dutch Rabbit Club National Show comes to Kansas State Fairgrounds
HUTCHINSON, Kan. (KWCH) - Fans of Dutch rabbits, domestic hoppers with unique color patterns, could be in for a treat this weekend (April 26-28) at the Kansas State Fairgrounds in Hutchinson. The Rabbit Barn at the fairgrounds is this year’s site for the 2024 American Dutch Rabbit Club National Show, hosted by the Kansas Dutch Rabbit Club.
Foster and Fitzgerald Win Gold at Hutchinson
The Liberal track team competed at Hutchinson on Friday. Here are team results and Liberal’s scorers. 4×400- 4th Edgar Alverado, M.J. Foster , Zayden Martinez, and Diego Pavia 3:28.24. Shot Put- Xavier Tafoya 6th 44-2 3200- Cesar Pavia 7th 10:12.46. Girls. 400- Bentley Fitzgerald 1st 59.44 and Paris...
Salvation Army looking for Donut Day competitors
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Salvation Army in Hutchinson is seeking competitors for the annual Donut Day Eating Contest. It will take place Friday, May 31 in front of the Salvation Army Thrift Store at 9 a.m. "The Salvation Army in 1938 had its first Donut Day event," said Major...
Kitchen Hero Academy for middle schoolers again this summer
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — For the 4th time, Kitchen Hero Academy (KHA) is proud to offer a 10-week summer cooking program in partnership with community organizations, including Spark United, Dillons, The Hutchinson Zoo, the City of Hutchinson, The Hutchinson Community Foundation, The Youth Philanthropy Council, Pleasantview Home Improvement, and more.
Fire destroys Hutchinson home, multiple pets missing
HUTCHINSON, Kan. (KWCH) - The Hutchinson Fire Department called for help on Monday in response to a house fire. Crews responded to the fire shortly before 5 p.m. in the 5400 block of E. 4th. They could see smoke coming from the fire as they left their stations. Firefighters arrived...
Kids Day at the Zoo is Saturday
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Family fun is going on this Saturday, April 27 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Hutchinson Zoo with the Guardians of the Children's 14th Annual Kids Day at the Zoo. There will be bike giveaways, games, train rides, ice cream sponsored by Mel Hambleton...
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