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Posted on: May 26, 2023

Road closed to all through traffic due to bridge lower load rating

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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.

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Posted on: May 25, 2023

Reno County departments closed Memorial Day

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In observance of Memorial Day and remembering those who served our country, Reno County departments will be closed on Monday, May 29th.

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Posted on: May 24, 2023

Low-income Kansas seniors encouraged to apply for coupons used at Farmers Markets

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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.

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Posted on: May 23, 2023

Joint session with Reno County Commission and Hutchinson City Council

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During the Joint Session, discussion items included a presentation by Reno County Sheriff Darrian Campbell who gave an update on the shooting range. He also spoke to commissioners and council members about law enforcement collaboration and projects. Kevin...

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Posted on: May 22, 2023

95th Ave between Langdon Rd and Avery Rd closed May 22nd thru May 25th

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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.

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Posted on: May 17, 2023

Open House at Maintenance and Purchasing Department

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The Reno County Maintenance and Purchasing Department held their Open House for Reno County employees Wednesday, having people tour their buildings and enjoy some homemade cookies and other refreshments. A slideshow was on display, showing people all of t...

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Posted on: May 15, 2023

Ballot totals for USD 311 Special Election from May 16, 2023

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Click to view the official election results from the USD 311 Pretty Prairie Special Election held May 16, 2023.

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Posted on: May 15, 2023

Ballot totals for USD 309 Special Election from May 16, 2023

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Click to view the official election results from the USD 309 Nickerson - South Hutchinson special election held May 16, 2023.

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Posted on: May 15, 2023

Reno County Health Educator Seth Dewey attends bill signing by Governor Laura Kelly

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 Seth Dewey, Substance Misuse Health Educator Reno County Health Department, stood behind Governor Laura Kelly with legislators and advocates in Shawnee as she signed Senate Bill 174, a bipartisan bill that decriminalizes fentanyl test strips on ...

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Posted on: May 12, 2023

National Peace Officers Memorial Day Observance

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The National Peace Officers Memorial Day Observance was held Friday, May 12, 2023, in front of the Law Enforcement Center. The ceremony was hosted by the Reno County Sheriff's Office and the Hutchinson Police Department. The event honored Law Enforcement ...

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Posted on: May 12, 2023

Planning Commission develops draft Commercial Solar Regulations

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Draft commercial solar energy systems regulations are currently being developed by the Planning Commission.  Any comments on the draft regulations should be sent to Mark Vonachen, County Planner II, by email at mark.vonachen@renogov.org or by mai...

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Posted on: May 10, 2023

Burn Permit registration numbers required starting June 1, 2023

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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.

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Posted on: April 10, 2023

Application deadline changed to May 31st as Reno County looks for Consulting Physician

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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.

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Posted on: May 8, 2023

New WIC income guidelines released May 1st - you may now qualify!

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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.

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Posted on: May 8, 2023

Check out the Veterans Room's new look!

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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.

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Posted on: May 5, 2023

In-Person Voting begins Monday, May 8th for USD 309 and USD 311 Special Elections

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EARLY IN-PERSON VOTING for the Nickerson-South Hutchinson USD 309 Special Election and the Pretty Prairie USD 311 Special Election starts on Monday, May 8, 2023, at the Reno County Annex, 125 West First Ave., Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. I...

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Posted on: May 4, 2023

95th Avenue between Andre and Lerado Roads will be closed May 8 - 11, 2023

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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.

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Posted on: May 3, 2023

Bill Garrison adds new tanker to his fleet

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Bill Garrison flew in Tanker 154 from Arizona to the Hutchinson Regional Airport Tuesday evening. Garrison purchased the airplane in Mesa, Arizona last winter at an auction by Marsh Aviation who did some conversions on the plane. Garrison said that he and...

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Posted on: April 29, 2023

Sgt. Rick Newton retires after 22 years with Reno County Sheriff Office

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To see a video of his final 10-7 click  https://youtu.be/xvuyAcE8E0Y

Click here for Sgt. Rick Newton's retirement photo gallery

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Posted on: April 28, 2023

Coming together to remember loved ones lost to or affected by violence.

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Coming together to remember loved ones lost to or affected by violence. 

A Community Candle Lighting Ceremony was held Thursday evening, April 27, 2023, marking National Crime Victims' Week - Survivor Voices: Elevate, Engage, Effect Chang...

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Posted on: April 28, 2023

Sgt. Don Evans retires from Reno County Sheriff's Office

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To view a gallery of photos, click Sgt. Don Evans retirement event

Sergeant Don Evans will retire from the Reno County Sheriff's Office on April 30, 2023. 

After graduating high school in Michigan, Sergeant Don Evans spent three years in t...

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Posted on: April 27, 2023

Three road closings in Reno County

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Peace Road between Sun City Road and Silver Lake Road, will be closed to all through traffic beginning today, Thursday, April 27, 2023, until further notice.  

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Posted on: April 26, 2023

Candle Lighting Ceremony for National Crime Victims' Rights Week

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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.

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Posted on: April 25, 2023

Commissioners approve Requests for Proposal to designate official Reno County newspaper

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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.

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Posted on: April 24, 2023

National Infant Immunization Week, April 24- 30, 2023

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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.

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Posted on: April 25, 2023

Reno County Health Department Preparedness Training - Fire Extinguishers

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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.

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Posted on: April 6, 2023

Pinwheel gardens are a visual reminder of Child Abuse Prevention Month

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Erica Laudick, Family Engagement Coordinator for the Kansas Children's Service League Healthy Families, spoke about the pinwheel gardens that are appearing in front of locations in Hutchinson like the Reno County Annex and Health Department. Pinwheels are...

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Posted on: April 12, 2023

Kansas Army National Guard features Reno County Sheriff Darrian Campbell at Black Hawk Flight event

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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. Command Sgt. Maj. Darrian C...

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Posted on: April 10, 2023

"Change My Mind" event helps people look at substance abuse from a different angle

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The "Change My Mind" event was held on March 31, 2023, at the Historic Fox Theatre. During the evening, "The First Day" film was shown featuring former NBA player Chris Herren's personal story, then hear from local panelists who share ...

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Posted on: March 31, 2023

Seth Dewey appointed to the Governor's Behavioral Health Services Planning Council

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Karla Nichols, Reno County Health Department Director, left, and Seth Dewey, Reno County Health Department Educator, announce the appointment of Dewey to the Governor's Behavioral Health Services Planning Council.

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Posted on: March 30, 2023

Reno County Commission now meets in renovated Veterans Room in courthouse

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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 commission meetings were moved to the Veterans Room because the current commission chambers were...

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Posted on: March 30, 2023

Sylvia Road from Long View Road to Arlington Road closed April 3rd for bridge replacement

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The Reno County Public Works Department is announcing a road closure for bridge replacement in western Reno County.
Sylvia Road, between Long View Road and Arlington Road, will be closed to all through traffic beginning Monday, April 3, 2023, for bridge re...
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Posted on: March 16, 2023

The Appraiser's Department page will help you find answers to your questions about valuations

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Reno County residents can find the market trend analysis, the appeal process, the FAQ and other helpful links.

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Posted on: March 20, 2023

Reno County Sheriff's Office to offer VIN inspections

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Effective April 3, 2023, the Reno County Sheriff's Office will begin conducting VIN inspections at the Reno County Courthouse.

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Posted on: March 16, 2023

Youth Services Employee of the Year is Constance Archer

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Constance Archer was chosen as the Reno County Youth Services Employee of the Year for 2022, recognized for her superior dedication and performance. Constance was surprised with the announcement Wednesday as co-workers, family and friends waited in a conf...

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Posted on: March 14, 2023

High Nitrate Levels Warrant Water Source Changes

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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.

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Posted on: March 14, 2023

Take a look at the Reno County Sheriff's Office's Standardized Field Sobriety Training Course

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The Reno County Sheriff's Office hosted a Standardized Field Sobriety Training Course at the Reno County Correctional Facility. All rural law enforcement agencies were invited to participate in the cours...

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Posted on: March 8, 2023

Local RESIST chapter from Reno Valley Middle School participates in Take Down Tobacco Day in Topeka

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Members of the Reno Valley Middle School RESIST group, eighth graders Denae Engelland, Katelyn King, Cori Williams, and RVMS RESIST Coordinator Rachelle Annis, with Reno County Health Educator Tonya Culp, participated in Take Down Tobacco Day on March 1-2...

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Posted on: March 2, 2023

Looking for Volunteers!

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Reno County is currently accepting applications for openings on the Reno County Health Department Advisory Board. Board members advise the Health Department Director on health issues, evaluate the department’s progress and serve as a liaison bet...

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Posted on: February 24, 2023

Grant Opportunities

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The Kansas Department of Corrections currently has several grant opportunities open for application to support services for juveniles and their families in local communities.

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Posted on: February 20, 2023

Satellite office for the Reno County Department of Aging will be open monthly at Wesley Towers

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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.

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Posted on: January 24, 2023

First Reno County Commission meeting held with five-member commission

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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.

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Posted on: December 15, 2022

Take a look back in time through photographs at the Reno County Courthouse

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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.

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Posted on: December 29, 2022

KDOT awards grant to Reno County to replace Victory Road bridge southeast of Buhler

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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.

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Posted on: February 3, 2023

Kyle Hardwick found guilty during trial

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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.

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Posted on: December 15, 2022

Local WIC Coordinator Heather Peterson chosen as local, state proponent for National WIC Assn

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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.

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Posted on: January 9, 2023

Kansas Dept. of Agriculture Tour by Reno County community members

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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.

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Posted on: January 9, 2023

Historic new County Commission meeting held Monday

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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.

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Posted on: December 27, 2022

Newly elected Reno County Commissioner Mark Reese resigns from Commission

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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.

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Posted on: December 5, 2022

DA's Office holds 22nd Annual Toys for Tots Drive

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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.

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Posted on: November 28, 2022

Drop box for Reno County tax payments

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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.

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Posted on: November 7, 2022

Official General Election Results from Nov. 8, 2022

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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.

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Posted on: November 9, 2022

Health Advisory: Surge in Pediatric Respiratory Infections

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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.

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Posted on: November 7, 2022

Local Health Educator Seth Dewey wins Leadership Award

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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.

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Posted on: October 21, 2022

KDOT AWARDS COST SHARE GRANT TO CITY OF HUTCHINSON AND RENO COUNTY

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The Kansas Department of Transportation awarded a $1.5 million Cost Share Grant to the City of Hutchinson and Reno County Friday.

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Posted on: November 15, 2022

Thursday is the Great American Smokeout

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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!

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Posted on: October 21, 2022

Health Alert: Reno County Overdoses

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There has been an alarming increase in overdoses in Reno County during the month of October.

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Posted on: August 16, 2022

Community and Board Openings

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Get involved in your community. Check out openings in the Planning Commission, Community Corrections, Health Department Advisory Board, and more here...

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Posted on: August 24, 2018

Controlled Burn Guidelines

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Review the Controlled Burn Guidelines for Reno County.

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