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Jun 05, 2026
Do Not Drink Order Rescinded for a Portion of the Reno Co RWD 101, Reno County
***UPDATE*** JUne 5, 2026TOPEKA – The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has rescinded a Do Not Drink Order for a portion of the Reno Co RWD 101 public water supply system located in Reno County. Only those customers west of the intersection of Red R
Jun 03, 2026
Community Alert: Upcoming Kratom Legislation and Available Support Resources
The purpose of this community alert is to inform the community about Kansas legislation that will prohibit the sale and possession of Kratom and 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH).This is set to take effect, July 1st, 2026.
As Kansas prepares for the upcoming prohibit
Jun 02, 2026
Four Days, 1,500 Rounds: How Sheriff's Deputies Train to Carry a Firearm
The Reno County Sheriff’s Office conducts a 40-hour basic handgun training course designed to prepare new deputies to safely and effectively carry a firearm in the line of duty. The course is typically completed over four days and is required before a deputy is issu
Jun 01, 2026
Public Hearing Scheduled Regarding Proposed Salt Lick STAR Bond Development Projects
Click Resolution 2026-14 STAR BOND PROJECT PLANS (PDF) to view the entire resolution. The public hearing is scheduled for June 24, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in the Veterans Room at the Reno County Courthouse, 206 West 1st Avenue, Hutchinson, Kansas.(Published in the Ni
May 29, 2026
Data Centers, Battery Storage Dominate Public Comment at Reno County Commission Meeting
Concerns about proposed data centers and battery energy storage systems dominated public comment during Wednesday's Reno County Commission meeting, as residents urged commissioners to enact a moratorium while county leaders emphasized that no applications have been file
May 26, 2026
Community Collaboration Series Sparks Powerful Conversation on Nutrition and Preventative Health
What started as a presentation about nutrition quickly became a deeply personal and passionate conversation about health, aging, chronic disease and the power of food to change lives.Last Thursday’s Community Collaboration Series featured Paula Miller of Pleasan
May 21, 2026
Free Community Baby Shower Connects New and Expecting Parents with Local Resources
New and expecting parents gathered May 20 for the Reno County Community Baby Shower at 200 East Sherman Street in Hutchinson, where families had the opportunity to connect with local resources, receive education and enjoy community support in a welcoming environment
May 14, 2026
HEALTH ALERT Issued Following Recent Spike in Overdoses
HEALTH ALERT: Three Reno County overdoses in 24 hours on May 12thMay 14, 2026 - The purpose of this Health Alert is to inform the community about a recent unusual spike in overdoses in Reno County. Three overdoses were reported within a 24-hour period on May 12,
May 14, 2026
Reno County District Attorney Releases Findings in Officer-Involved Shooting Investigation
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:Reno County District Attorney Releases Findings in Officer-Involved Shooting Investigation
May 14, 2026 - The Reno County District Attorney’s Office has completed review of the use of deadly force that resulted in the death of Cassondra Scot
May 14, 2026
Public Works Director Don Brittain Announces Retirement After 16 Years with Reno County
Reno County announces today that Public Works Director Don Brittain has shared his plans to retire, effective June 19, 2026.Brittain has served Reno County for nearly 16 years, providing steady leadership and dedication to the Public Works Department and the commun
May 13, 2026
Reno County Passes Resolution 2026-12 Establishing Salt Lick STAR Bond Project District
Click Reno Co Resolution 2026-12 STAR District Creation (PDF) to view the entire resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-12
A RESOLUTION OF RENO COUNTY, KANSAS, ESTABLISHING A STAR BOND PROJECT DISTRICT PURSUANT TO K.S.A. 12‑17,160 ET SEQ. AND MAKING CERTAIN F
May 13, 2026
Reno County Employees Help Strengthen the Community One Project at a Time
Way to go, Reno County employees! We’re incredibly proud of the teamwork and community spirit you showed during the United Way of Reno County Community Workday on April 25.Our volunteers came together to help paint the exterior of a home and tackle yard cleanup proj
May 11, 2026
Reno County Commissioners Review Salt Lick Resort Proposal and County Workforce Challenges During Study Session
Reno County Commission held a study session on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at 4 pm. From left: Counselor John Settle, Administrator Randy Partington, Commissioners Richard Winger, Don Bogner, Ron Hirst, Randy Parks and Ron Vincent.Reno County commissioners spent an e
May 02, 2026
A reminder that the 2nd half 2025 real estate and personal property taxes are due May 11th, 2026
This is a reminder that the 2nd half 2025 real estate and personal property taxes are coming due May 11, 2026. As the tax deadline falls on a Sunday this year, Kansas Statute allows you through Monday, May 11, 2026, to pay these taxes as an on-time tax payment.Pa
May 02, 2026
Public Hearing on May 13th for Establishment of a STAR Bond Project District
Public Hearing. Notice is hereby given that the County Commission of Reno County, Kansas, (the "County Commission") will conduct a public hearing to consider the establishment of the Salt Lick STAR Bond Project District on May 13, 2026 at 9:00 a.m., or as soon thereafte
May 01, 2026
Reno County Internship Program Fuels Student’s Automotive Career Path
Intern Hayden Bontrager, left, works with automotive technician Derrick Hull, on a Reno County Sheriff's Office patrol vehicle. Intern Hayden Bontrager has spent the past year at the Reno County Automotive Department.What started as a conversation in a fast-food dr
Apr 29, 2026
Kansans Urged to Take Steps to Prevent Tick Bites as Warmer Weather Approaches
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
April 20, 2026
Contact: Jill Bronaugh
Kansans Urged to Take Steps to Prevent Tick Bites as Warmer Weather Approaches
TOPEKA – The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) urges Kansans to take steps this year to prevent t
Apr 27, 2026
Arlington Welcomes New Reno County EMS Station with Community Open House
EMS Chief Dave JohnstonCommission Chair Ron HirstThe Reno County EMS Open House for the new Arlington station on Friday afternoon was less a formal ribbon cutting and more a relaxed, come-and-go gathering—an opportunity for community members, partners, and staff
Apr 25, 2026
'What Does Ready Look Like?’ A Conversation on Aging, Independence, and Choice
The Community Collaboration Series continued in April with Hope Jordan, an Account Executive with Specialized Home Care with her talk, "What I wish families knew about making Senior Living Decisions!"
The conversations began like many other community gatherin
Apr 24, 2026
Listen. Act. Advocate.: Community Honors Victims and Supports Survivors
The Community Candle Lighting Ceremony for National Crime Victims’ Rights Week brought together survivors, families, advocates, and community members for an evening centered on remembrance, healing, and connection. Held in a spirit of reflection and support, the eve
Apr 23, 2026
KCCA Conference Opens in Hutchinson with Focus on Leadership and Collaboration
The 50th Annual KCCA Conference began in Hutchinson for an engaging event of county leadership, energy policy discussions, networking, and great hospitality.
This year’s theme, Charting the Course, reflects KCCA’s commitment to providing Kansas county commiss
Apr 23, 2026
Reno County Commission Advances Development Plans While Hearing Public Concerns
Reno County Commissioners Richard Winger, left, Don Bogner, Ron Hirst, Randy Parks and Ron Vincent.The Reno County Commission tackled economic development, public safety recognitions, and community concerns during its April 22 meeting, balancing growth initiatives w
Apr 20, 2026
What We Heard, What’s Next: Turning Community Input into Action in Reno County
Reno County Commission Chair Ron HirstHutchinson Community Foundation CEO and President Aubrey Abbott PattersonReno County Commissioner Don BognerHutchinson Community Foundation Senior Program Officer Jan SteenBenchmark data, resident feedback and community leaders
Apr 18, 2026
New EMS Station Opens in Reno County, Boosting Emergency Response
Reno County Emergency Medical Services marked a major milestone Friday with the opening of a new EMS station, a project years in the making that is expected to significantly improve emergency response times in the community.
EMS Chief Dave Johnston said the new s
Apr 18, 2026