Posted on: September 28, 2023
Heather Peterson, WIC Coordinator for Reno and McPherson County, wants people in the Women, Infants and Children (WIC) program to know that even in the event of a government shutdown, effective October 1, 2023, WIC will still be open for business and fami...
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Posted on: September 13, 2023
Starting Monday, September 18, 2023, Woodie Seat Freeway from the Arkansas Bridge to Avenue A will be closed to all traffic through December 22, 2023, and will reclose again in the spring of 2024 for approximately 30-60 days.
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Posted on: September 13, 2023
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.
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Posted on: September 13, 2023
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.
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Posted on: September 13, 2023
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.
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Posted on: September 12, 2023
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.
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Posted on: September 12, 2023
Nitrate levels have risen again above allowable limits in Rural Water District 101, which serves the Yoder area. The last Nitrate level test was collected on September 5, 2023. The level tested at 11.6 mg/L, which exceeds the Kansas and Federal (EPA) maxi...
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Posted on: September 6, 2023
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.
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Posted on: September 5, 2023
Seth Dewey, Substance Misuse Health Educator with the Reno County Health Department, participated in two proclamation events proclaiming September 2023 as National Recovery Month. Dewey spoke during the City of Hutchinson Council Meeting Tuesday morning a...
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Posted on: August 31, 2023
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.
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Posted on: August 22, 2023
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.
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Posted on: August 18, 2023
"Cops at Donut Shops" was a fundraiser for Special Olympics of Kansas held Friday, August 18, 2023, at Dunkin' Donuts stores across Kansas. The Reno County Sheriff's Office accepted donations from 7 - 10 am at Hutchinson&ap...
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Posted on: August 17, 2023
Childcare Orientation Class is September 7th!
Interested in being a Childcare Provider? Attend the Childcare Orientation Class at the Reno County Health Department Conference Room on September 7th , 2023, from 2:00 - 5:00 pm. Reserve your spot by calling 6...
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Posted on: August 9, 2023
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.
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Posted on: August 8, 2023
It's important to avoid mosquito and tick bites since they carry many diseases.
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Posted on: August 1, 2023
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...
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Posted on: July 31, 2023
Click to view the official election results from the August 1, 2023, Primary Election for USD 310 Fairfield.
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Posted on: July 26, 2023
Reno County employees were able to view a drone demonstration, tour the correctional facility and get a close look at the Sheriff Office's law enforcement equipment including an armored response vehicle called a Bearcat.
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Posted on: July 26, 2023
Reno County Commission held their meeting on Wednesday, July 26, 2023, in the Veterans Room in the Reno County Courthouse. Here are a few photos from the meeting.
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Posted on: July 21, 2023
The Reno County 4-H Fair was in full swing Thursday morning in the Meadowlark Building at the Kansas State Fair. 4-H'ers sat with judges in conference judging as they talked through their projects including photography, foods, clothing, record bo...
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Posted on: July 19, 2023
The Blue Devils Drum and Bugle Corps from Concord, California, the 20-time reigning World Champions of Drum Corps International, performed free for the public Monday night at Gowans Stadium to a crowd of enthusiastic people! The Blue Devils practiced at H...
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Posted on: July 12, 2023
The Reno County Commission held their meeting today, July 12, 2023, in the Veterans Room at the Reno County Courthouse. At the start of the meeting, Reno County 4-H Ambassadors Braydon Blubaugh and Noah Miller invited the Commissioners to come to the Reno...
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Posted on: July 11, 2023
The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) announced Monday that a $10 million project on a section of highway, previously designated as K-14 in Reno and Rice counties, is expected to begin Thursday, July 20, 2023. This 17-mile section, of what had be...
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Posted on: July 10, 2023
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.
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Posted on: July 6, 2023
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.
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Posted on: July 6, 2023
The Planning Commission consists of a seven member Board who are tasked with reviewing land use applications such as a Rezone, Conditional Use Permit, Preliminary Subdivision Plat, and Final Subdivision Plat. Other tasks as a Planning Commission...
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Posted on: June 30, 2023
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.
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Posted on: June 29, 2023
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. Please see information below fo...
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Posted on: June 28, 2023
The Reno County Commission passed a new fireworks resolution 2023-12, repealing the former one 2012-30, during their meeting Tuesday, June 27, 2023. At the last joint city/county meeting with the City of Hutchinson, Commissioner Randy Parks suggested both...
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Posted on: July 1, 2023
Reno County offices will be closed on Tuesday, July 4, 2023, in observance of the holiday. Reno County wishes you a fun and safe Independence Day!!!
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Posted on: June 23, 2023
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.
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Posted on: May 10, 2023
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: June 16, 2023
Drum roll please.......... Your Favorite Super Hero elected by Smallville residents of all ages is...SPIDERMAN with 68 votes!!!!Close behind him you chose Wonder Woman with 57 votes, Batman with 29 votes and Superman with 23 votes!
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Posted on: June 16, 2023
Reno County would like to congratulate the Hutchinson Fire Department on their newest station. The Hutchinson Fire Department protects a population of more than 50,000 people, within the City of Hutchinson and Reno County Fire District Number 2, that has ...
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Posted on: June 15, 2023
During the Tuesday, June 13, 2023, Reno County Commission meeting, John Eberly was recognized for his retirement after 11 years in the position of Social and Human Service Assistant in the Department of Aging. Eberly's last day will be June 23, 2...
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Posted on: June 14, 2023
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 morning, June 14, 2023, under the Nickerson Road overpass of...
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Posted on: June 12, 2023
Interested in being a Childcare Provider? Attend the Childcare Orientation Class at the Reno County Health Department Conference Room on July 6th , 2023, from 2:00 - 5:00 pm. Reserve your spot by calling 620-694-2900. Ask for Jeanette or Tammy. Cost is $2...
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Posted on: June 12, 2023
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.
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Posted on: June 8, 2023
More than 200 employees enjoyed burgers and Bratwursts at the annual Employee Appreciation Picnic! Many people participated in the Poker Walk and enjoyed visiting with each other under the tent at the Youth Services patio. Thank you to all who prepared, s...
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Posted on: June 1, 2023
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.
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Posted on: May 30, 2023
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.
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Posted on: May 26, 2023
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
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 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
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 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
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
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
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
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
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: April 10, 2023
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
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
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
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 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 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 28, 2023
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
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.
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Posted on: April 27, 2023
Peace Road Bridge
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 8, 2023
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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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
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
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
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: August 16, 2022
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