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The Reno County Community Collaboration Series: Dementia - It's Not Just Losing Your Keys - News Image

Apr 15, 2025

The Reno County Community Collaboration Series: Dementia - It's Not Just Losing Your Keys

Community Collaboration Series
Jamee Archer, LPN-IV-WSOC-CDP and Director of Nursing at Cedarhurst Senior Living Center, was the second featured speaker in the Community Collaboration Series hosted by the Reno County Department of Aging. Her insightful presentation,
Sharing Ideas At Local Food Summit To Improve Overall Health of Our Community - News Image

Apr 11, 2025

Sharing Ideas At Local Food Summit To Improve Overall Health of Our Community

Local community members explored actionable steps to address food insecurity in Reno County Wednesday evening, April 9, 2025, as they listened to speakers from the Kansas Food Action Network, Reno County Food Advisory Council and the Reno County Health Department.
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Community Candle Lighting Ceremony Strengthens Survivors and Remembers Loved Ones - News Image

Apr 11, 2025

Community Candle Lighting Ceremony Strengthens Survivors and Remembers Loved Ones


A Community Candle Lighting Ceremony, as part of National Crime Victims' Rights Week, was held Thursday, April 10, 2025, at 6:30 pm at the South Hutchinson Community Center, 101 West Avenue C, and was open to the public.This year's theme was "KINSHIP, Connecting &a
Volunteers Help Gather Vital Feedback for Community Health Assessment - News Image

Apr 09, 2025

Volunteers Help Gather Vital Feedback for Community Health Assessment


Reno County, Kansas – April 9, 2025
This Sunday and Monday, April 13th and 14th, trained volunteers will be out in select neighborhoods across Reno County collecting input from residents through a survey as part of the 2025 Community Health Assessment (CHA).
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Reno County Commission Meeting included Crime Victims' Rights Week Proclamation - News Image

Apr 09, 2025

Reno County Commission Meeting included Crime Victims' Rights Week Proclamation

The Reno County Commission held their meeting on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, in the Veterans Room in the Reno County Courthouse. To watch a video of their meeting, go to Reno County Livestream YouTube channelThe next commission meeting will be on Wednesday, April 23, 2025
Health Dept Celebrates National Public Health Week - News Image

Apr 08, 2025

Health Dept Celebrates National Public Health Week

The Reno County Health Department joins public health practitioners and communities across the country in celebration of National Public Health Week, April 7-11, 2025!
Thank you for joining us this week as we celebrate National Public Health Week and all the ways you
Landfill accepting burnt loads and materials starting April 7, 2025 - News Image

Apr 07, 2025

Landfill accepting burnt loads and materials starting April 7, 2025


📣The Reno County Landfill IS NOW accepting burnt loads and materials starting today, Monday, April 7, 2025.

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A Community Candle Lighting Ceremony Thursday, as part of National Crime Victims' Rights Week - News Image

Apr 07, 2025

A Community Candle Lighting Ceremony Thursday, as part of National Crime Victims' Rights Week

A Community Candle Lighting Ceremony, as part of National Crime Victims' Rights Week, is being held Thursday, April 10, 2025, at 6:30 pm at the South Hutchinson Community Center, 101 West Avenue C, and is open to the public. This year's theme is "KINSHIP, Connecting &am
Dept. of Aging Launches Wellness Series to Empower Healthier Lives - Every Friday in April - News Image

Apr 06, 2025

Dept. of Aging Launches Wellness Series to Empower Healthier Lives - Every Friday in April

Reno County's Department of Aging began a brand new Community Collaboration Series last Friday, focused on empowering individuals and families with knowledge, resources, and tools to lead healthier lives.The series began with Paula Miller, a passionate nutrition coach,
Building a Healthier Reno County: RCHD Joins Leaders at Governor's Public Health Conference - News Image

Apr 04, 2025

Building a Healthier Reno County: RCHD Joins Leaders at Governor's Public Health Conference

Strengthening Public Health Together: RCHD’s Commitment to a Healthier Reno County
Last week, employees from the Reno County Health Department (RCHD) attended the Governor’s Public Health Conference, connecting with experts and gaining valuable insights to keep our c
Facilities Department Welcomes Reno County Employees to Open House - News Image

Apr 03, 2025

Facilities Department Welcomes Reno County Employees to Open House

The Reno County Facilities Department welcomed employees to an Open House on March 26th, showcasing their recent renovations and introducing everyone to their new Director, Kyle Stewart!




















Reno County Commission hosts Quad County Committee at Strataca - News Image

Apr 02, 2025

Reno County Commission hosts Quad County Committee at Strataca


The Reno County Board of Commissioners (BOCC) held the Quad-County Committee meeting on Monday, March 31, 2025, at Strataca, the Kansas Underground Salt Museum. Officials from Reno County, Harvey County, Sedgwick County and Butler County met together. Rachel Terry,
Don't Miss the Town Hall Meeting with the Appraiser on April 3rd! - News Image

Apr 02, 2025

Don't Miss the Town Hall Meeting with the Appraiser on April 3rd!

📝It would be a good idea to stop what you are doing and put this date on your calendar now 😃!🚙Come to the Town Hall Meeting with the County Appraiser at 6:30 pm on Thursday, April 3, 2025, at the Nickerson Community Center, 11 N. Nickerson St. in City of Nickerson, K
At this time, the Reno County Landfill is not accepting burnt loads or materials - News Image

Apr 02, 2025

At this time, the Reno County Landfill is not accepting burnt loads or materials


The Reno County Landfill is not be accepting burnt loads or materials at this time. 

We will send out notification once we are able to resume. The landfill is open regular business hours for all other normal loads.


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Sun City Road Bridge between Valley Pride Road and K-14 Closed For Repairs Until Further Notice - News Image

Apr 01, 2025

Sun City Road Bridge between Valley Pride Road and K-14 Closed For Repairs Until Further Notice

Sun City Road Bridge between Valley Pride Road and K-14 Highway will be closed beginning April 1, 2025, until further notice for bridge repair.


Today, March 31st is the deadline to appeal valuation or classification from the Appraiser's Office - News Image

Mar 31, 2025

Today, March 31st is the deadline to appeal valuation or classification from the Appraiser's Office

***Reminder that the deadline to appeal your valuation or classification from the Appraiser’s office is today, Monday, March 31. In order to request a meeting, you can call in or drop off your form in person before 5 PM. Any mail postmarked by 3/31 will be accepted as w
Reno County is proud to host the NJCAA DI Men's Basketball Championship - News Image

Mar 29, 2025

Reno County is proud to host the NJCAA DI Men's Basketball Championship

The NJCAA DI Men's Basketball Championship is from March 22-29 this year at the Sports Arena in Hutchinson. Here are some features from the tournament.

A huge number of volunteers spend countless hours making sure the tournament runs smoothly. Members of the Ame
Rcat will be closed Monday afternoon, March 31st, so that our staff can attend a co-worker's funeral - News Image

Mar 28, 2025

Rcat will be closed Monday afternoon, March 31st, so that our staff can attend a co-worker's funeral


So that our staff can attend the funeral service for an active team member/bus driver who recently and suddenly passed away, the Rcat transfer station and all transmit modes will be closed in the afternoon from 1-5 pm on Monday, March 31st.
The Department of Agin
MaKayla Michael chosen as 2024 Youth Services Employee of the Year - News Image

Mar 27, 2025

MaKayla Michael chosen as 2024 Youth Services Employee of the Year

We would like to congratulate MaKayla Michael who was chosen as Reno County Youth Services Employee of the Year!
Youth Services' supervisors and members of administration choose vote for the people chosen as Employees of the Month throughout the year and from that gr
Reno County Sheriff's Office Honor Guard participates at the NJCAA DI Men's Basketball Championship - News Image

Mar 26, 2025

Reno County Sheriff's Office Honor Guard participates at the NJCAA DI Men's Basketball Championship

Members of the Reno County Sheriff's Office Honor Guard present the colors during the start of the Sunday and Monday evening basketball games at the NJCAA DI Men's Basketball Championship in the Sports Arena. Members are Sgt. Jeremy Vanwey, Sgt. David Radke, Sgt. Jack T
Roundup of information from the Reno County Commission meeting on Wednesday, March 26th - News Image

Mar 26, 2025

Roundup of information from the Reno County Commission meeting on Wednesday, March 26th

The Reno County Commission meeting began with the reading of two proclamations. The first proclaimed April 2025 as National Child Abuse Prevention Month and the second proclaimed the week of April 13th-19th, 2025, as Week of the Young Child. Commissioners were photograp
After 37 years of public service, Kathy Winger retires from the Health Department - News Image

Mar 24, 2025

After 37 years of public service, Kathy Winger retires from the Health Department

Although her title has changed over the years, Kathy has held the same position throughout her 37 years with Reno County. Kathy has also seen many updates within the health department, both in the programs that are offered and the physical space.

When Kathy star
After 35 years, Cindy Cook retires and will be extremely missed at Youth Services - News Image

Mar 20, 2025

After 35 years, Cindy Cook retires and will be extremely missed at Youth Services

A retirement reception honoring Cindy Cook's 35 years of public service with Reno County was held Wednesday afternoon, March 19, 2025. Many current co-workers expressed how much she will be missed and how much she has been an important part of Youth Services through her
Celebrating Kathy Winger after her 37 years of service to the Health Department - News Image

Mar 17, 2025

Celebrating Kathy Winger after her 37 years of service to the Health Department

Please join us as we honor Kathy Winger on her retirement after 37 years with the Reno County Health Department. Her retirement reception will be from 2-4 pm on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, in the Veterans Room at the Reno County Courthouse, 206 W. First Avenue. 

Landfill to close at 3:30 on Friday, March 14th due to hazardous wind conditions, will reopen Saturday - News Image

Mar 14, 2025

Landfill to close at 3:30 on Friday, March 14th due to hazardous wind conditions, will reopen Saturday

IMPORTANT NOTICE: The landfill is closing at 3:30 pm on Friday, March 14, 2025, due to hazardous wind conditions creating extremely poor visibility. We appreciate your understanding. The landfill will reopen regular hours at 8 am on Saturday.