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🌱 Could a new lodging tax raise prices just outside Hutchinson?
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In today's newsletter:
- Could a new lodging tax raise prices just outside Hutchinson?
- Why Hutchinson's Fairgrounds tennis courts sparked a surprising mapping dispute
- How a Hutchinson fair debate reshaped Kansas' high-stakes Senate race
Also on today's calendar: Giggles & Glue and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: What do you call a one-legged Big Foot? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Tuesday: A shower and thunderstorm, with a high of 79 and low of 68 degrees.
- Wednesday: Heavy t-storms; breezy, humid, temps: high: 78, low: 65.
- Thursday: A shower and thunderstorm, with a high of 70 and low of 53 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Prairie Oaks Inn owner urges Reno County to reject proposed transient guest tax (hutchpost.com) — Reno County leaders are weighing a new 10% lodging tax on stays outside Hutchinson and South Hutchinson, a move a Sylvia inn owner argues would hurt small rural operators while aiding the proposed Salt Lick resort. He's pressing commissioners to reject or significantly revise the plan, calling for transparency on revenue estimates, stronger oversight, and a built-in expiration date. 
2. Invalid wayspot appeal - Tennis Courts 3 & 4, Tennis Courts 5 & 6, Tennis Courts 7 & 8 (scopely.com) — A local player is challenging how tennis courts at Fairgrounds Park in Hutchinson are treated in a location-based game, arguing several courts should count as one wayspot instead of duplicates. The debate centers on whether grouped courts or a records board best represent the facility. It's a niche but relatable look at how digital maps reflect real Hutchinson spaces.
3. Woke megachurch pastor trying to unseat Kansas GOP senator called on congregation to repent for driving, eating beef (nypost.com) — A tight U.S. Senate race featuring a debate at the Kansas State Fair in Hutchinson is spotlighting sharp differences over climate, cattle, and energy. Republican Sen. Roger Marshall and Democratic challenger Adam Hamilton are trading attacks over sermons on carbon footprints and beef, as well as policies affecting Kansas ranchers, fuel costs, and agricultural emissions.
4. Joyce Marie Stewart Hook Anderson 1945-2026 (hutchpost.com) — Loved ones are mourning Joyce Marie Stewart Hook Anderson, who attended St. Teresa Catholic Grade School, Trinity Catholic High School, and Hutchinson Junior College before building a life centered on family and hard work. She is remembered for her creativity, caregiving, and deep ties across central Kansas. A Celebration of Life is planned October 11 in Inman.
📸 Around Hutchinson
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Hutchinson
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★ Featured events ★
- 3D Printing Certification →
Hutchinson Public Library – Makerspace, 901 N Main St, Hutchinson
6:00 pm
Thursday October 1
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Other local events
- Girls Golf: Hesston JV Invitational (Junior Varsity)
Nickerson USD 309, 520 Yost Dr, Hesston
3:00 pm - Volleyball vs. Hoisington
Nickerson USD 309, 1616 Wilshire Dr, Hutchinson
4:30 pm - Boys Soccer: Hutchinson vs Derby (Junior Varsity)
Panther Soccer Complex
5:00 pm - Volleyball: Freshman Quad (Freshman)
Maize South High School
5:00 pm - Volleyball: Triangular @ Chapman
Nickerson USD 309, 622 N Marshall St, Chapman
5:00 pm - Giggles & Glue →
Hutchinson Public Library, 901 N Main St, Hutchinson
10:30 am - 3D Design with Blender →
Hutchinson Public Library – Makerspace, 901 N Main St, Hutchinson
3:00 pm - Image Editing for Beginners →
Hutchinson Public Library – Makerspace, 901 N Main St, Hutchinson
10:30 am - LEGOS® at the Library →
Hutchinson Public Library, 901 N Main St, Hutchinson
10:30 am - Baby Time →
Hutchinson Public Library, 901 N Main St, Hutchinson
11:00 am - Image Editing for Beginners →
Hutchinson Public Library – Makerspace, 901 N Main St, Hutchinson
4:30 pm
Thursday October 1
Friday October 2
Saturday October 3
Monday October 5
📣 Hutchinson Shout Outs!
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- I'm looking for a pet sitter for when my daughter has her baby.
She's in Florida, and I would love to go see my first grandbaby for a few days. Unfortunately, I have a lot of pets, which half of them were my kids… (Nextdoor Sheppard Acres)
- RB American Group posted a job opening for Assistant Manager in Hutchinson. Apply here.
- Chili's Grill & Bar posted a job opening for Bartender - Hutchinson-Hielan in Hutchinson. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Hutchinson here.
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Hop Squatch! (Thank you Terri R. for sending it in!)
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