Reno County hosts many events throughout the year. Our beautiful Sports Arena is home to the NJCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship.
Welcome to Reno County
Reno County is located in South Central Kansas. As of the 2020 census, the population was 61,898. The largest city and county seat is Hutchinson.
Welcome to Reno County
Reno County is a great place to work and live. Take part in some of our events such as Third Thursday, Pretty Prairie and Abbyville Rodeos, and the Kansas State Fair.
Welcome to Reno County
Reno County has 1,255 square miles of land, and 17 square miles of water. It's easily accessible by four major highways: US 50, K-61, K-96 and K-14.
In the event of a federal government shut down, the only change in WIC benefits will be a reduction in the fruits and vegetable benefit, said Heather Peterson, WIC Coordinator for Reno and McPherson County. Read on...
The draft of Commercial Solar Regulations has been updated. If you would like to make any comments on the regulations, contact Mark Vonachen, County Planner II. Additional Information...
On Monday, traffic will be detoured to the Arkansas River Bridge located on the south end of Main Street in Hutchinson near the entrance to Carey Park. Read on...
Reno County/Hutchinson Fights Addiction Fund is requesting proposals for grant funding. Reno County and Hutchinson have received approximately $240,000 through the Kansas State Attorney General’s Office for their respective Kansas Fights Addictions Funds. Read on...
Wilson Road will have temporary traffic control during the construction of the new Willowbrook Road bridge beginning Monday, September 18th , 2023, until further notice. The existing bridge will remain open until the new bridge construction is completed. Additional Info...
KDHE has issued a Boil Water Advisory for the City of Pretty Prairie public water supply system starting Sept. 13, 2023 and will remain in effect until the conditions that placed the system at risk of bacterial contamination are resolved. Additional Info...
The Reno County Health Department was notified by KDHE that the FDA took action to approve the Emergency Use Authorization of an updated mRNA vaccine to provide better protection against currently circulating COVID-19 variants. Additional Info...
Sylvia Road between Long View Road and Arlington Road is now open to all through traffic effective Tuesday, September 12th, 2023 as the bridge has been replaced. Additional Info...
Nitrate levels have risen again above allowable limits in Rural Water District 101, which serves the Yoder area. Infants below the age of six months should not drink the tap water but adults and children older than six months can. Click for more details.. Read on...
Broadacres Road between Morgan Avenue and Mills Avenue, will be closed to all through traffic beginning Monday, September 11th through Thursday, September 14th, 2023, for bridge replacement. Additional Info...
Jon Richardson, Mayor of the City of Hutchinson, read a proclamation on Sept. 5, 2023, and Seth Dewey and Reno County Commission Chairman Daniel Friesen read the county's proclamation on Aug. 23, 2023, stating that Sept. 2023 is National Recovery Month. Read on...
Reno Count Area Transit (Rcat) announces a new Shopping Route starting September 5th and is available to designated housing facilities, allowing transportation specifically for grocery and other shopping. Additional Info...
Thirty four employees and family members helped the United Way of Reno County during their Community Work Day Saturday. The group helped by scraping and painting a home on North Adams. Thank you to all the volunteers! Read on...
This Health Alert is to inform the community about a recent unusual spike in non-fatal overdoses. In the last 24 hours, there have been 5 non-fatal overdoses, 4 of those involving methamphetamine and 1 involving fentanyl. Additional Info...
"Cops at Donut Shops" was a fundraiser for Special Olympics of Kansas held Friday at Dunkin' Donuts stores across Kansas. The Reno County Sheriff's Office accepted donations from 7 - 10 am at Hutchinson's Dunkin' Donuts store on East 17th Avenue. Read on...
The District Attorney's Office held an Open House for Reno County employees Wednesday on the 5th floor of the courthouse. People toured the offices, viewed info boards and a slideshow of DA employees and their job descriptions, and had refreshments. Read on...
Reno County Youth Services received a two-year grant award of $326,281.06 through the Kansas Department of Corrections for a new program called Project YES, serving juvenile offenders in our community. Additional Info...
Know how to avoid getting bit by mosquitos and ticks by using preventative measures. These include applying insect repellent and wear loose fitting clothing. Read on...
An orientation class is being held at the Reno County Health Dept. for people who want to become a Daycare Provider. If this is your dream career, now is a great time to learn more! Harvey County conducts orientation classes too! Click to learn more... Additional Info...
Reno County Sheriff's Office held an Open House for Reno County employees on Wednesday at the Reno County Correctional Facility. Law Enforcement equipment was featured outside and tours were offered to walk through the facility. Read on...
The Reno County 4-H is going on now at the Kansas State Fairgrounds through Monday. Check out the animal shows, look at the completed projects on display or attend the Ranch Rodeo Friday. Click the image for more photos and find a county fair schedule. See more...
The Blue Devils, 20-time reigning World Champions of Drum Corps International, performed free Monday night at Gowans Stadium to a crowd of people! Read on...
Reno County will inherit 12 miles from the Kansas Department of Transportation next summer after repairs are completed on the highway previously designated as K-14. The entire 17-mile section of highway was replaced by a newly opened K-14 alignment. Read on...
If you reside in Fairfield USD 310 and still need to register to vote for the August 1st Primary Election, you have until tomorrow, July 11, 2023, to register. Additional Info...
Plans are to create a trail around Becker Park and improve trail lighting at Wheatland Park. Pathways, a Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas initiative, is administered by the Reno County Health Department. Additional Info...
Effective July 2023, Reno County Commission meetings will be held on Wednesdays instead of Tuesdays. The next Commission meeting will be held at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, July 12, 2023, in the Veterans Room of the Reno County Courthouse. Additional Info...
Are you a Reno County Educational Professional that is ready to help address the concerns that are impacting Reno County youth? There is an opening on the Juvenile Corrections Advisory Board for an Education Representative. Read on...
Now is the time to begin minimizing and eliminating the mosquito breeding grounds on your property. While supplies last, there are free larvicide mosquito dunks and directions available at the Reno County Health Dept. and at local municipalities. For more information click here
Starting June 30th you can purchase and shoot fireworks in Reno County! Shooting fireworks off for the July 4th holiday can be an exciting time! So when you are done, make sure to dispose of the unused or spent fireworks safely. Check out these steps... Read on...
Fireworks emitting a shower of sparks more than six feet are now allowed under the new county resolution. This new resolution keeps in place the ban on bottle rockets and aerial luminaries. Details...
The purpose of this Health Alert is to inform the community about recent deaths involving Kratom. The Reno County Health Dept. has been tracking overdoses since Oct. 1, 2021. In the last 6 months there have been 3 deaths involving Kratom in Reno County. Additional Info...
People wanting to conduct an Open Burn or an Agricultural Open Burn must obtain a free burn permit for each parcel that they intend to burn. Small recreational fires and cooking fires do not require a permit. Additional Info...
Final results are in! We've counted the votes for your favorite Super Hero & favorite Summer Activity! Thank you to all who voted and took the time to register to vote at Reno County's Clerks/Election booth at the Smallville Festival at Third Thursday! Check out these PHOTOS!
The newest fire station in Hutchinson is now in service as the Hutchinson Fire Department held their "Uncoupling of the Fire Hose" ceremony, similar to a ribbon cutting, Thursday afternoon, June 15, 2023. Click here to see more photos...
John Eberly was recognized during the Reno County Commission meeting Tuesday, June 13, 2023, for his 11 years of service at the Department of Aging. Read on...
The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT), area officials, contractors and community members celebrated the opening of the new 15-mile K-14 section with a ribbon cutting Wednesday, June 14, 2023, under the Nickerson Road overpass of the new K-14. Read on...
Want to become a Childcare Provider? You can help young children to be their best selves and help your community. Attend the Childcare Orientation Class at the Ren County Health Department, 209 West Second Avenue.
Scott Boulevard between Andrew Avenue and Plum Street, within the city limits of South Hutchinson, will be closed to all traffic beginning today, Monday, June 12, 2023, until further notice due to road repair.
It was a beautiful day for the annual Reno County Employee Appreciation Picnic at Youth Services. Congratulations to all of the Poker Walk participants and thank you to all who helped serve. Reno County Employees - we appreciate you and all that you do! Read on...
Reno County Commissioners approved sending out an RFP to solicit proposals from developers to capture methane gas for beneficial use generated at the Reno County Landfill. Proposals are due no later than 4 p.m. CST, on September 1, 2023. Read the RFP...
Beginning June 1, 2023, the construction demolition tipping fee for residential users will not be charged at the Reno County Landfill. The fee will be applied to commercial users only within Reno County. See press release and resolution...
Pennington Road between Nickerson Boulevard and 43rd Ave. will be closed to all through traffic beginning today, Friday, May 26, 2023, until further notice. KDOT Local Bridge Load Rating Program inspected and closed the bridge due to a lower load rating. Additional Info...
Low-income Kansas seniors may be eligible to receive coupons to purchase fresh, unprocessed fruits and vegetables and honey at farmers markets in Reno County and other counties in Kansas. Applications will be taken starting June 14, 2023, by phone only. Additional Info...
Reno County Commissioners and Hutchinson City Council members held a joint session Tuesday in Fountain Hall at the Reno County Correctional Facility. Members talked about working together on projects and keeping communication open between the two groups. Read on...
95th Avenue between Langdon Road and Avery Road, will be closed to all through traffic beginning today, Monday, May 22nd through Thursday, May 25th, 2023,
for crossroad pipe replacement.
Gov. Laura Kelly signed Senate Bill 174, a bipartisan bill that decriminalized fentanyl test strips. These test strips can detect the presence of fentanyl in other substances, helping to prevent overdose deaths in Kansas. Read on...
The National Peace Officers Memorial Day event honored Law Enforcement who have made the ultimate sacrifice while serving Reno County, the State of Kansas and abroad. The event was hosted by the Reno County Sheriff's Office and the Hutchinson Police Dept. Click here to see more photos...
Reno County is requesting qualifications and proposal for a Consulting Physician to direct the Local Health Officer regarding program and related medical and professional matters for the Reno County Health Dept. as described in K.S.A. 65-201. Additional Info...
The WIC program aims to safeguard the health of low-income women, infants, and children up to age 5 who are at nutrition risk by providing nutritious foods to supplement diets, information on healthy eating, and referrals to health care. Additional Info...
The Veterans Room in the Reno County courthouse has been renovated and is sporting a brand new look. Watch the video to see the "before and after" images and the first Reno County Commission meeting held there with Veterans from the Sheriff's Office. Video on Reno County's YouTube Channel
95th Avenue between Andre and Lerado Roads will be closed Monday, May 8th through Thursday, May 11, 2023, for crossroad pipeline replacement. 95th Ave. between Andre and Sterling Roads re-opened Thursday, May 4, 2023. Additional Info...
Bill Garrison flew in Tanker 154 from Arizona to the Hutchinson Regional Airport Tuesday evening. Garrison will use this tanker in conjunction with Tanker 95, which is currently the only air tanker in Kansas. Read on...
Sgt. Rick Newton began his career with the Sheriff's Office as a Reserve Deputy in 2001. Sgt. Newton gave his last 10-7 "out of service - off duty" call to dispatch on Friday surrounded by family, friends and coworkers. See link in story. Read on...
A Community Candle Lighting Ceremony was held Thursday night marking National Crime Victims' Week - Survivor Voices: Elevate, Engage, Effect Change. Read on...
Peace Road bridge and Castleton Road bridge closed beginning April 27th and 95th Avenue between Sterling and Andre Road closed beginning May 1st. Read on...
A Community Candle Lighting Ceremony will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 27, 2023, at the South Hutchinson Community Center in observance of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week - Survivor Voices: Elevate, Engage, Effect Change. Additional Info...
The Reno County Commission approved sending out a Requests for Proposal Tuesday, requesting qualifications and pricing for a newspaper to serve as the official county newspaper. Newspapers are asked to respond on or before May 24, 2023. Additional Info...
Together we can help make sure kids are protected with recommended vaccinations. National Infant Immunization Week (NIIW) highlights the importance of protecting infants and young children from vaccine-preventable diseases. Additional Info...
The Reno County Health Department conducts Safety/Preparedness Trainings each month. April's training was on the use of Fire Extinguishers, said Julie Kallas, Preparedness Coordinator. Additional Info...
Reno County Sheriff Darrian Campbell was the soldier spotlight feature during the Kansas Army National Guard Black Hawk Orientation Flight event Wednesday at Stringer Fine Arts Center on the Hutchinson Community College campus. Read on...
The Reno County Commission held their meeting in the renovated Veterans Room for the first time on Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at the Reno County Courthouse. The meetings were moved because the current chambers were too small for the new five-member board. Read on...
Sylvia Road between Long View Road and Arlington Road, will be closed to all through traffic beginning Monday, April 3, 2023, for bridge replacement.
Road will be closed on Monday until further notice. Read on...
Constance Archer was chosen as the Reno County Youth Services Employee of the Year for 2022. Archer was surprised with the award and a party Wednesday with co-workers, family and friends. Read on...
Nitrate levels have risen above allowable limits in Rural Water District 101, serving the Yoder area. The last nitrate level test was collected on March 6, 2023. Reno County Public Works is working to find new water sources for Yoder residents. Additional Info...
Get a behind the scenes look at Reno County Sheriff's Office Deputies and other Law Enforcement officers participating in a Standardized Field Sobriety Training Course. Click the photo to get the link to the Reno County's YouTube channel. Read on...
RESIST eighth graders, their advisor and Health Educator Tonya Culp participated in Take Down Tobacco Day at the State Capitol in Topeka. They watched from the legislative floor gallery as Bill 2269 was passed. Read on...
Reno County is looking for volunteers to join the Reno County Health Department Advisory Board. Applications are accepted online or paper applications can be brought to the Administration office at the courthouse. Read on...
The Kansas Department of Corrections currently has several grant opportunities open for application to support services for juveniles and their families in local communities. Additional Info...
Wesley Towers will be hosting a satellite office for the Reno County Department of Aging one day each month at their main Wesley Towers location. Additional Info...
The Reno County Commission held their meeting Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2023, at the Reno County Annex. John Whitesel was sworn in by District Judge Daniel Gilligan as Reno County Commissioner for District 4. Additional Info...
If you enjoy looking at historic photographs, take a walk through the Reno County Courthouse to see 22 local photographs displayed on the first, third and fourth floors of the courthouse. A video of some of the images is on the Reno County YouTube page. Additional Info...
The Reno County Public Works Department, on behalf of Reno County, has been chosen to receive $820,000 in grant funding for the replacement of the bridge on Victory Road one-half mile east and two miles south of Buhler. Additional Info...
A jury returned a guilty verdict Feb. 2, 2023, against Kyle Hardwick who was charged with premeditated intentional first-degree murder in the deaths of Ed Bates and Phil Anstine. See press release for more details. Additional Info...
Heather Peterson, RDN, LD WIC Coordinator at the Reno County Health Department, has been chosen by the National WIC Association to be the local and state proponent for the new updates to the WIC Food Package. Additional Info...
Reno County community members toured the Kansas Department of Agriculture building, the Kansas Department of Agriculture’s Laboratory, the Kansas Wheat Innovation Center and the International Grains Program (IGP) Institute in Manhattan on Jan. 5, 2023. Additional Info...
The Reno County Commission began their 2023 meeting with current commissioners. Then Randy Parks and Don Bogner were sworn in by Judge Rose and the meeting began again with four commissioners. A fifth commissioner will be sworn in at the next meeting. Additional Info...
Reno County Commissioner-elect Mark Reese has written a letter of resignation dated December 26, 2022, announcing his resignation from his duties as Reno County Commissioner. Additional Info...
The Reno County District Attorney’s Office is collecting new, unwrapped toys that will be given to local children for their Christmas holiday. The collection period starts Monday, December 5th and ends Monday, December 12th, 2022, at noon. Additional Info...
Did you know? Reno County real estate and personal property tax payments can be made after hours using the official ballot drop box at the Reno County Annex, 125 W. First Avenue. Additional Info...
Click here to view the official election results from the November 8, 2022 general election. There were 20,906 ballots counted in this election with 41,833 registered voters in Reno County, with a 49.9 percent voter turnout. Additional Info...
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Health Advisory because of increasing emergency department visits for children due to respiratory viruses including COVID-19, RSV, and influenza in Kansas and nationally. Additional Info...
Seth Dewey, Health Educator with the Reno County Health Department, won the 2022 Kansas Prevention Community Leader Award, recognizing his outstanding contribution to community prevention efforts. Additional Info...
Join people across the country in deciding to live smokefree as part of the Great American Smokeout. The Reno County Health Dept. will be at Third Thursday near Avenue A Park to provide information on programs to help people quit smoking like KanQuit! Additional Info...
Get involved in your community. Check out openings in the Planning Commission, Community Corrections, Health Department Advisory Board, and more here... View Current Board Openings
In the event of a federal government shut down, the only change in WIC benefits will be a reduction in the fruits and vegetable benefit, said Heather Peterson, WIC Coordinator for Reno and McPherson County. Read on...
The draft of Commercial Solar Regulations has been updated. If you would like to make any comments on the regulations, contact Mark Vonachen, County Planner II. Additional Information...
On Monday, traffic will be detoured to the Arkansas River Bridge located on the south end of Main Street in Hutchinson near the entrance to Carey Park. Read on...
Wilson Road will have temporary traffic control during the construction of the new Willowbrook Road bridge beginning Monday, September 18th , 2023, until further notice. The existing bridge will remain open until the new bridge construction is completed. Additional Info...
KDHE has issued a Boil Water Advisory for the City of Pretty Prairie public water supply system starting Sept. 13, 2023 and will remain in effect until the conditions that placed the system at risk of bacterial contamination are resolved. Additional Info...
The Reno County Health Department was notified by KDHE that the FDA took action to approve the Emergency Use Authorization of an updated mRNA vaccine to provide better protection against currently circulating COVID-19 variants. Additional Info...
