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Reno Rising Investor Newsletter Q1 2026

Monday, April 13, 2026

Stay up to date with Reno County Economic Development Updates in the first quarter of 2026. Discover Elevate Reno County Strategic Plan progress, recent local business investment and job creation, enriching workforce events, impactful legislative advocacy, trends in data center development and more!

Elevate Reno County: It’s a Team Effort

Tuesday, November 11, 2025

This month marks a pivotal moment for Reno County. As we celebrate the grand opening of the Hilton Garden Inn & Conference Center and reclaim our position as the premier convention destination in Kansas, we also launch something equally transformative: the Elevate Reno County Economic Development Strategic Plan.Read more at The Hutchinson Tribune.

Evergy Announces New Reno County Natural Gas Generation Plant

Monday, October 21, 2024

HUTCHINSON, KS (October 21, 2024) - Evergy announced Monday, October 21st, plans to invest in two new 705 megawatt (MW) combined-cycle natural gas plants in Reno and Sumner counties. This significant investment in the state’s electrical infrastructure will help ensure Kansas and the South-Central region remain competitive in economic development.Hutch Chamber President & CEO Debra Teufel moderated the event and welcomed the crowd of nearly 200 people to the 1861 Club on the Kansas State Fairgrounds.   The announcement was made by David Campbell, Evergy Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, along with remarks by Governor Laura Kelly; US Congressman, Tracey Mann;...

Local Business Expansion: National Modular MFG LLC Signs Lease with Salt City Investments in Kansas Enterprise Industrial Park

Tuesday, February 17, 2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASENational Modular MFG LLC Signs Lease with Salt City Investments in Kansas Enterprise Industrial ParkHUTCHINSON, KS — February 17, 2026 — National Modular MFG LLC, with operations in Haven, Kansas, and Providence, North Carolina, has signed a long-term lease to double the size of its Kansas operations. The expansion includes a 57,600-square-foot facility located in the Kansas Enterprise Industrial Park (KEIP) in Hutchinson.National Modular manufactures modular units for national brands such as 7 Brew Coffee. According to the company, its modular facilities deliver “the strength and quality of traditional stick-built construction with the added benefits of transportability and...

Watts Water Technologies Inc. Completes Acquisition of Superior Boiler

Monday, December 15, 2025

By Superior Boiler - Watts Water Technologies, Inc., (NYSE: WTS) (“Watts”) – through its subsidiaries, one of the world’s leading manufacturers and providers of plumbing, heating and water quality products and solutions – today announced that it has completed the acquisition of Superior Boiler (“Superior”), an industry leading designer and manufacturer of customized steam and hot water boilers and related ancillary equipment used in commercial, institutional and industrial applications.Read More: Superior Boiler

Hutchinson Welcomes its first MakeMyMover

Monday, November 24, 2025

Hutchinson Welcomes its First MakeMyMover! Greater Hutch was pleased to welcome our first relocated worker, Chris Hopp who has started a job with Hutchinson Community College. Christ is the first of 10 movers that Reno County will welcome into the community through the talent attraction platform. When asked why Hutch, Hopp said, “I chose Hutchinson because the combination of higher salary, affordable cost of living and thriving radio ecosystem in Kansas out shone the positions I was considering in Phoenix and In Iowa”. We look forward to wecoming more valuable talent into Reno County!

Reno County Featured in Business View Magazine

Tuesday, November 04, 2025

Reno County Featured in Business View MagazineCommissioner Don Bogner and community leaders reflect on how Reno County has become one of America’s most economically diverse communities in Business View Magazine. Fueled by its historic salt mines, innovative businesses, world-class museums, and transformative investments, explore how a strong legacy of industry, vibrant tourism, and forward-looking development projects are creating opportunities for growth, connection, and quality of life in central Kansas. Read the full story in Business View Magazine.

Greater Hutch Attends International Asset Management Council Fall Conference

Thursday, October 23, 2025

On October 20-21, Greater Hutch joined Team Kansas at the International Asset Management Council (IAMC) Fall Conference in Indianapolis. Represented by Economic Development Project Manager Katy Fallon, Great Hutch participated alongside economic development peers and state department of commerce partners to promote Hutchinson and Reno County as a competitive location for business investment.The conference provided valuable opportunities to engage with site selectors, real estate developers, and site development professionals from across the country.Through these interactions, Greater Hutch continues to raise awareness of Reno County's strong industrial assets (including land, energy generation and water availability), workforce readiness and quality of life...

Reno County Chosen for Home in the Heartland Program

Tuesday, October 07, 2025

Greater Hutch is honored to receive the most funds awarded in the state from the Kansas Department of Treasury’s Home in the Heartland Grant on behalf of Reno County. These funds will be used to infuse the Reno County Make My Move incentive package to recruit at least 10 new residents to Reno County by 2026. These funds along with a robust community involvement incentive package will effectively attract both remote workers and job seekers looking to relocate to Reno County. Know someone looking to relocate? Have them check out the platform here: https://www.makemymove.com/moving-living/hutchinson-ks https://www.ksn.com/news/state-regional/kansas-small-towns-get-grants-to-attract-more-residents/ 

Hutchinson Joins Team Kansas at Midwest-U.S. Japan Conference

Monday, September 15, 2025

Greater Hutch and the City of Hutchinson were honored to join a delegation at the Midwest-U.S. Japan Conference in Tokyo and Osaka in September alongside Lt. Governor David Toland, Team Kansas, Greater Wichita Partnership and Kansas Commerce officials as one of 10 Midwest states promoting locations in the US for new investment. Greater Hutch was honored to coordinate a visit to the headquarters of Takako Industries in Kyoto, one of Japan's leading manufacturers of precision machine parts, which operates three global production locations, including their Takako America headquarters in Hutchinson, Kansas. This trade mission is part of our economic development...

Business Retention & Expansion

Monday, August 18, 2025

Local Business ExpansionLocal businesses continue to grow their facilities, capabilities, and workforce opportunities in Reno County. In 2025 industry sectors including retail, manufacturing, and technology sectors and new business development have seen growth in footprint and workforce. A few recently announced projects include: Bailey Home Furnishings- new business location at 1223 E 30th open July 2025 see details about their upcoming ribbon cutting hereVaulted Deep ribbon cutting 7/8/25APAC/Shears-Groundbreaking 5/9/25Gunbros-Groundbreaking 2/28/25

Reno County Economic Development Strategic Plan Survey Launch!

Monday, June 09, 2025

We’re building a bold vision for the future of Reno County—and your voice matters.This is your chance to be heard and help shape the way Reno County will grow for years to come!Take the Public Survey NOW to help shape our 5-year economic strategy by clicking the picture or by clicking this link: SURVEY

Signing Day

Tuesday, May 13, 2025

Signing Day May 13th at Stringer Fine Arts celebrated over 80 students from high schools across Reno County signing on to technical trade paths of study at HC&TEA. The Event was hosted at Stringer Fine Arts by Community Partners Hutchinson Community College, HC&TEA, and Greater Hutch in partnership with premier event sponsors Bank of the Plains and The Bradbury Group along with Networking Sponsors Quality Auto Body, Superior Boiler, Pleasantview Home, and The Hutchinson Clinic.

Workforce Development

Wednesday, April 23, 2025

Building the Workforce Pipeline As a new school year starts, the Greater Hutch team prepares for communication and student involvement in new and existing workforce pipeline programs. Spring of the 2025 school year saw a flurry of events including the second local Hutchinson National Civics Bee April 23rd, Career Quest Public Services Day, the final Mega Tour Day of Career Quest May 7th and Signing Day May 13th. These events give Reno County youth opportunities to explore career opportunities and participate in growing and celebrating their employable skill sets.The 2025 National Civics Bee gave 20 students from 2 Reno County School...

Downtown Master Plan Drives Regional Quality of Life Development

Saturday, April 19, 2025

Downtown Master Plan Drives Regional Quality of Life DevelopmentChamber President and CEO Debra Teufel presented the Downtown Hutchinson Master Plan to regional investors at Greater Wichita Partnership’s Investor Meeting in Wichita, Wednesday February 12th.The Partnership’s Feb.12 Investor Meeting featured a timely discussion on regional economic development and quality-of-life initiatives that are helping to cultivate a regional environment that attracts and retains top talent.They reflected on the Partnership’s key 2024 accomplishments and outlined how the organization’s strategic priorities of Jobs, Talent, and Quality of Place are propelling the region forward in 2025. President Jeff Fluhr moderated a conversation with panelists Debra...

2025 Economic Outlook Conference

Friday, April 18, 2025

Annual Economic Outlook Conference delivers a hope story for Reno CountyTuesday February 4th Greater Hutch hosted the Economic Outlook Conference organized by the Center for Economic Development and Business Resources WSU at the Crystal Ballroom at the Burt. The conference provided insight into current local and state economies, addressing topics of interest to the community, region and state.Chamber President and CEO delivered the local update including results from the 2024 Business Conditions Survey administered by Greater Hutch. CEDBR director Bekah Selby-Leach presented the State Outlook. Research Economist with CEDBR Jonathan Norris delivered the Healthy, Wealthy and Wise index and Stan...

Workforce Roundtable Featuring Kansas Micro Internships

Thursday, April 10, 2025

Workforce Roundtable Featuring Kansas Micro InternshipsThe second Workforce Roundtable of the year garnered inspiring connection and educated local employers about the benefits of Kansas Micro-Internships facilitated by Hutchinson Community College. Career Services Coordinator Rick Kraus and HutchCC Student Liaison Lexi described the opportunities of employing a micro intern enrolled in a state college for a20-25 hour project of the company’s design. Students are paid at NO COST to the employer through funding managed by Parker Dewey who manage payment and HR administration. Representatives were present from the City of Hutchinson, Hutchinson Clinic, USD 308 Hutchinson, USD 309 South Hutchinson and...

Career Quest Healthcare Day 2025

Friday, April 04, 2025

Career Quest Healthcare Day 2025Career Quest Healthcare Day 2025 connected over 500 students from 26 6th grade classes across Reno County with hands on opportunity to learn about careers available to them in the healthcare industry. A collaborative partnership with Hutchinson Regional Medical Systems and the Hutchinson Clinic makes this day possible for the 3rd year. On April 3rd, students heard inspirational presentations from organization leaders who are committed to Reno County healthcare systems to provide access to healthcare for all, to take care of people who take care of people, and to create reliable systems that help heal people...

Community Engagement- Reno County Housing Discussion and Love Where you Live Dessert and Dialogue in Buhler

Friday, March 14, 2025

Community Engagement- Reno County Housing Discussion and Love Where you Live Dessert and Dialogue in BuhlerOn March 13th, the Greater Hutch team shared information about the MakeMyMove program and Reno County Residential Housing Grant program made possible by partnership with Reno County. Reno County Counselor Patrick Hoffman and County Administrator Randy Partington organized the community meeting to inform and discuss the county’s Neighborhood Revitalization Plan and other housing opportunities at the Community Center in South Hutchinson. Attendees representing The City of Hutchinson, The City of South Hutchinson, Buhler, Arlington, SKEDD, Interfaith Housing, USD 308, and others shared opportunities that towns...

Business Expansion - Gunbros Groundbreaking February 28th

Monday, March 03, 2025

Business Expansion- Gunbros Groundbreaking February 28thCommunity members gathered to celebrate with Gunbros as they broke ground on their new 11,000 square foot location groundbreaking at 17th & Faubion in Hutchinson. Senator Moran along with other community members and supporting organizations were able to be present to observe the event.  Gunbros opened their first retail location on South Main in Downtown Hutchinson in 2019 and the new location will include retail space and an 8 lane indoor gun range.Greater Hutch was proud to facilitate the adoption of Industrial Revenue Bonds in the spring of 2024 to support this project. This growth...

2023 Wage Survey

Tuesday, October 29, 2024

Hutchinson, KS – Greater Hutch, the economic development division of the Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce, is pleased to release the Wage and Benefit Reports for 2024.The 2023 Reno County Wage Report is provided by the Kansas Department of Labor, 2023 Kansas Wage Survey. The report details annual estimated wage and occupational numbers for all Reno County and separated by occupational code.To view the wage report, CLICK HERE.

Hutchinson asking for your input on Downtown Hutch Master Plan

Tuesday, January 31, 2023

Hutchinson asking for your input on the Downtown Hutch Master Plan Hutchinson, Kansas (January 31, 2023) - The planning process for the creation of a new Downtown Master Plan has launched!  The first step in designing a successful forward-looking master plan for Downtown Hutchinson is to gather public input. Public input is being collected through a digital public survey to get a better understanding of what residents and stakeholders desire for the future of downtown Hutchinson. The survey asks the public to share their thoughts on the current state of downtown, as well as opportunities for its future...

Superior Boiler Presents Newest Manufacturing Facility at Grand Opening Event

Thursday, September 02, 2021

At a grand opening/ribbon-cutting event yesterday, Superior Boiler showcased “Plant 3,” its third and newest Hutchinson manufacturing facility. The 75,000-sq.-ft. building was renovated to house Superior’s watertube division, which the company relocated from Richmond, Virginia. Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly, other state and local dignitaries, boiler industry partners and all Superior employees attended the grand opening. A state-of-the art facility, Plant 3 contains several newer-generation cranes, high ceilings, a paint booth with a new collection and filtration system and, for colder months, floors with radiant heating powered by a Superior hot water boiler. The first watertube boilers manufactured at Plant...

Hutchinson Among other Kansas Communities Recognized as Top Performing Micropolitan Areas

Thursday, March 11, 2021

Site Selection Magazine recently released its 2020 Governor’s Cup rankings, where Kansas ranked 10th in the nation in economic development projects per capita in 2020.  Kansas had the most dramatic jump in economic development success of any state in the country in 2020, according to the Site Selection Magazine. As part of this ranking, Hutchinson, along with four other Kansas communities, were recognized as one of the top 100 performing “micropolitan” areas in the United States.  “While we know that existing businesses drive the local economy, we also know it takes a diversified approach to be successful” said...

KMS, Inc. to Open Additional Location in Hutchinson

Thursday, October 22, 2020

KMS, Inc., a wholesale and distribution company headquartered in Wichita, announced today that it has purchased the former Eaton building, located at 3401 E. 4th Street, that was vacated in 2017.  KMS Inc. was founded in 1976 and has over 40 years of experience in the wholesale and distribution of goods.  “This large building presents a great opportunity for KMS to continue to grow and expand in our distribution business in the core of the country,” said Tom George, President & CEO of KMS, Inc.  “We look forward to bringing jobs and this building back online.” KMS, Inc...

IdeaTek Wins CARES Funding to Fast-Track Rural Internet Access in Reno County and Surrounding Areas

Thursday, October 15, 2020

When Tamera Heitschmidt received a $600 cellular hotspot bill last spring, she was ready to pack her beloved rural Nickerson home and buy a place in town. The costs of running a website development business on a slow, spotty mobile hotspot connection were driving her to a breaking point. It was also the only tenable option available. Now, Heitschmidt and thousands of residents in more than 1,900 Reno County area homes can celebrate a breakthrough, thanks to rural internet pioneer IdeaTek and a Kansas Connectivity Emergency Response Grant (CERG). IdeaTek announced on Thursday that the company will complete a...

Superior Boiler Will Relocate Richmond, Virginia, Subsidiary and Add Jobs in Hutchinson, Kansas

Wednesday, April 01, 2020

Superior Boiler recently announced that it will relocate its Richmond, Virginia, subsidiary to Hutchinson, Kansas. The relocation will begin in second quarter 2021. Superior acquired the Richmond business, which produces industrial watertube boilers, as part of its 2016 purchase of English Boiler LLC. “Over the past two years, we looked at multiple sites in five states and in the Richmond area,” said Superior’s President and CEO Doug Wright. “Hutchinson became the clear choice because of the facility available to us, the assistance provided by state and local governments and the ability to combine resources with our current business operations.”...

Retail, Downtown, and Target Industry Reports Released

Wednesday, June 13, 2018

Greater Hutch, the economic development division of the Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce, is pleased to release the Retail Market Assessment, Downtown Assessment and Target Industry Analysis. In October 2017, Greater Hutch contracted with Catalyst Commercial, Inc. to conduct these comprehensive studies regarding retail and industrial data and strategies. Catalyst conducted a customer intercept study using cell phone data to determine the primary trade area for the Hutchinson Market. The Retail Market Assessment reports that the primary trade area is over 85,000 people within an approximate radius of 21 miles around Hutchinson. This area has a purchasing power of...

Kansas Protein Foods to open in former CHS facility in Hutchinson

Wednesday, March 28, 2018

Kansas Protein Foods, LLC, a newly formed subsidiary of Kansas Ethanol, LLC, a large ethanol producer located in Rice County between Sterling and Lyons, announced today that it has purchased the closed CHS Foods facility in Hutchinson’s industrial district and will immediately begin the process of putting it back into production.  While rebuilding the customer base for the business, which closed December 1, 2017, will take time, the plant is projected to reach employment of at least 50 within four years.    “We will make the same flavored and unflavored soy protein products for which the plant was...

New Business Opens in Hutchinson Mall

Thursday, January 18, 2018

The Hutchinson Reno County Chamber of Commerce and Greater Hutch are pleased to announce the location of a new business in Hutchinson, Kansas.  Almont Studios of Boston, MA, has selected 10,000 sq.ft. of space in the Hutchinson Mall to manufacture the iC4K technology platform and create custom individualized content for users with cognitive impairment and anxiety concerns.    This project was the direct result of Hutch Rising investor and Chamber member Dianne Blick, local real estate professional, and a collaboration of partners across the community.  Blick said, "The work this company is doing in conjunction with Dr. Forbes...

Creating Workforce of The Future

Thursday, June 02, 2022

Beginning in 2021 our Chamber and Greater Hutch team had the distinct honor to help create and coordinate the new Career Quest program which exposed local students to careers at nearly 20 business across the region.  Along with co-hosting the 2nd annual Signing Day event, in cooperation with HCC and HCTEA, to honor the commitment that young people in our community are making to invest in their futures through technical training and career path readiness.  It took many businesses, volunteers, educators, and staff to make these programs possible.  We hope you will say thank you to the many businesses who opened...

United Way and Schmidt Foundation announce grant program for Child Care Initiatives

Wednesday, January 12, 2022

The United Way of Reno County, Hutchinson Community Foundation, Greater Hutch and the Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce are pleased to announce a $50,000 grant from the Schmidt Foundation, for the purpose of addressing childcare system improvements across Reno County. The $50,000 gift from the Schmidt Foundation to the United Way of Reno County will be leveraged with $40,000 in additional funding from Hutchinson Community Foundation’s donor advised funds, $10,000 from the Davis Foundation, and an economic development grant from Greater Hutch and the Hutch Chamber. The purpose of the funding will be to address several key childcare priorities that have...

BOLD 3PL to Purchase Former Target Building for Additional Warehouse Space

Tuesday, October 05, 2021

BOLD 3PL, a third-party logistics and distribution company headquartered in Hutchinson, announced today that it has purchased the former Target building, located at 1529 E. 17th Avenue, for additional warehousing space. Since 2012, BOLD has continued to grow in size and in the last five years has expended into five warehouses.  With the purchase of the former Target building, BOLD now has over 500,000 square feet of warehouse space, managing 15,000 skids of product for customers all over the world.The business started in 2013 after L’Oréal purchased Hutchinson-based Peel’s Salon Services and moved operations from its former Hutchinson Distribution Center into...

Collins Bus and PrairieStar's new mobile medical clinic will help deliver care to rural communities

Friday, June 18, 2021

 A new “mobile medical clinic,” parked Wednesday on the east side of the building, is something its developer, Collins Bus Corporation of South Hutchinson, anticipates becoming a new product line at the local manufacturing plant.PrairieStar took delivery in April of the prototype the two businesses collaborated to create but sent it off for a custom-printed vehicle wrap before its unveiling, and it just returned.The specially-equipped small RV was one of three the South Hutchinson-based small school bus maker now delivered to health care providers. The others went to the Johnson County Health Department and Guilford County, North Carolina. With the need for...

Janzen Completes Heartland Economic Development Course

Monday, May 03, 2021

Lacie Janzen, Economic Development & Downtown Manager with Greater Hutch, an economic development partnership for Reno County, was one of 170 economic development professionals to attend the Heartland Economic Development Course (HEDC) in April.  Heartland attendees receive fundamental economic development training on topics ranging from business, retention and expansion, workforce development, real estate, and entrepreneurship to marketing, finance, ethics, and managing economic development organizations.  The 2021 HEDC online class included representatives from Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Colorado, Minnesota, West Virginia, and Puerto Rico. Attendees were trained by nationally recognized faculty from within the profession of...

Greater Hutch Announces New Workforce Development Programs

Thursday, April 08, 2021

Greater Hutch, an Economic Development Partnership for Reno County, is collaborating with Hutchinson Community College and Hutchinson Career and Technical Education Academy to introduce two new workforce initiatives that will enhance technical educational training opportunities for our local youth.  Limited sponsorship opportunities are available for both programs.Signing Day, the first of these two new initiatives, will take place Thursday, May 6 at HCTEA. Just as we value athletes who commit to play a college sport, the signing day ceremony is designed to honor students who are entering a technical field and emphasize the importance of their career choice. On the...

CTE Signing Day 2021 - Celebrating Career & Technical Education Training

Thursday, April 01, 2021

On May 6th, 2021 Greater Hutch, Hutchinson Community College, and Hutchinson Career & Technical Education academy will partner to recognize students choosing a technical career training pathway.  Limited sponsorship opportunities are available for industry partners including recognition on the Signing Day t-shirts given to signees, as well as booth space for the event.  Contact Lacie Janzen at laciej@hutchchamber.com for sponsorship information. Just as we value athletes who commit to play a college sport, the signing day ceremony is designed to honor students who are entering a technical field and emphasize the importance of their career choice.  On the day of the event, high...

American Packaging Company Announces Expansion Project

Wednesday, December 30, 2020

American Packaging Corporation, a division of Lawrence Paper Company, recently announced a 100,000 square foot expansion to its current facility in South Hutchinson, Kansas.  A privately-held business, American Packaging and Lawrence Paper are  leading manufacturers and distributors of corrugated shipping boxes, industrial packaging, and point-of-sale displays  to businesses throughout the Midwest.  Work on their expansion, which will allow space for new equipment, began in December 2020. “This project represents the results of the hard work and dedication of our employees and their contribution to our business,” said Tony Schleich, President/General Manager of American Packaging. “Since merging with Lawrence Paper Company in...

Bluestem PACE to open new location with services for seniors in Hutchinson

Tuesday, December 01, 2020

Bluestem PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) of McPherson, will expand its services by opening an alternative care site in Hutchinson in spring of 2021.The PACE program, which partners with individuals aged 55 and better and their caregivers so seniors can remain safe and independent in their homes for as long as possible, has been serving seniors in McPherson, Harvey, Marion, Reno, Rice and Saline counties for four years. PACE participants are nursing home-eligible, however more than 95 percent are able to live in the community with the services and support they receive from PACE.“Establishing a location in...

Janet Ady Presents at Annual Economic Development Breakfast

Friday, August 21, 2020

In February we hosted our annual Hutch Rising Investor Breakfast and shared updates on important work of workforce development and attraction to business recruitment and expansion, with messages from Matt Roeser with eNGines LPG, an economic development update from Ebony Clemons-Ajibolade with Evergy, and a keynote address from Janet Ady with Ady Advantage.    Ady spent two days in Hutchinson visiting businesses, touring our industrial parks, visiting the Hutchinson Career and Technical Education Academy, and assessing Hutchinson and Reno County's unique strengths, while making a few recommendations that we can all implement together.  We all know economic development...

Office of Rural Prosperity Announces 2020 Tour

Tuesday, August 04, 2020

Governor Laura Kelly and Lt. Governor Lynn Rogers announced plans and dates for the Office of Rural Prosperity’s (ORP) 2020 Tour. This year’s tour will be completely virtual and will build off the ORP Listening Tour Lt. Governor Rogers led last summer. “The Office of Rural Prosperity was established to give all Kansans a voice at the Statehouse,” Governor Laura Kelly said. “This tour will continue to remind rural communities that we are here to support them, and we are continuing to work towards solutions that will foster growth and prosperity in these areas.” Last summer Lt. Governor Rogers took...

Intern Hutch Wraps Up Another Successful Year

Thursday, August 01, 2019

It was another successful year of the Intern Hutch program put on by Greater Hutch in cooperation with Young Professionals of Reno County to engage interns in the great professional and social networking opportunities Reno County has to offer! This program could not be successful without the local companies who connect us with their summer interns, the interns who participate, and the companies who graciously open their doors for Intern Hutch events.This year we had a consistent turnout for each event and have had three new hires that are staying in the Greater Hutchinson area! Intern Hutch would like to...

Intern Hutch Program in Full Swing

Wednesday, June 26, 2019

It’s July which means Greater Hutch’s Intern Hutch program is in full swing! The purpose of the program is to get Interns connected with each other at social events throughout the summer, as well as set them up with networking opportunities through the Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce events and Young Professionals of Reno County mingles. We started the summer off with an evening at Hutch Putt after getting to know each other and our local Young Professionals of Reno County at the June YP Mingle! The following week was Smallville Festival and Intern Hutch paid homage to Superman by...

Chamber Releases Study Findings on Property Values Related to Wind Farms

Wednesday, June 12, 2019

In response to questions regarding the potential property value impacts from wind farms, the Hutchinson/ Reno County Chamber of Commerce and the Greater Hutch economic development partnership commissioned a study with the assistance of the Wichita State University - Center for Economic Development and Business Research (CEDBR).  The Center is a part of the W. Frank Barton School of Business at WSU.  The study examined the effects of construction of wind power projects on the appraised rural property values in Kansas counties.    “We have heard the concerns expressed by citizens in the proposed wind farm area related to the...

Bring Your Company to Our Manufacturing Hub in Greater Hutch

Monday, March 18, 2019

Looking for a new headquarters for your manufacturing business? Hutchinson is the ideal place to set up shop. We have available land and buildings to fit your needs, check out our Sites and Buildings Intelligence Tool to find the perfect place for you! Reno County has the skilled workforce you’ll need, as well as Advanced Manufacturing educational programs that will provide you access to future employees. Our location in South-Central Kansas also makes it easy for your company to ship products. We are serviced by three railways and situated near major interstates. Click here to learn more.

A Growing Need for Healthcare Services in Greater Hutch

Monday, March 11, 2019

Healthcare is the largest economic sector in Hutchinson, Kansas with room to grow. Due to our central location, providers here in Reno County serve patients from all across the South-Central Kansas region. Healthcare providers also have access to a trained local workforce. Hutchinson Community College has multiple programs including in nursing, nutrition, pharmaceuticals and radiology. Click here for more information on Reno County and why establishing your healthcare services in Hutchinson is a strategic, long-term investment.

Find the Ideal Workspace With Our Easy-to-Use Online Research Tool

Monday, March 04, 2019

We’ve made it even easier for you to find the perfect location for your startup or expanding business. The Greater Hutch economic development group utilizes a detailed online tool that’ll simplify your real estate search, called the Geographic Information System. We keep an updated list of all of the commercial buildings and office spaces available across the county. You can search by city, square footage and acres available. You can also zoom in to specific areas to see demographic data and workforce information, as well as environmental factors and broadband options. Check it out here.

Hutchinson, Kansas: Our Central Location Makes It Easier to Do Business

Monday, February 25, 2019

As a rural community, Hutchinson offers plenty of space for your company to spread out and expand its footprint. At the same time, we’re located just a short drive away from your potential customers in nearby cities. Our central location makes it even easier to move product. We are situated near major interstates, and Reno County is also serviced by three railroads that cover more than half the country. For commercial flights, the Dwight D. Eisenhower Airport is just 45 minutes away in Wichita, and the Hutchinson Regional Airport is ideal for servicing private aircraft. Click here to...

Training Programs Available to Help Your Workforce Excel

Monday, February 18, 2019

Need to provide extra training for your workforce? We have the tools and resources available right here in the Greater Hutch area to make that happen. The Business and Industry Institute of Hutchinson Community College partners with local companies to design and implement customized training programs that can be deployed either at your job-site or on campus. The college has a wide range of training specialties including in manufacturing, healthcare, computer training and renewable energies. Click here to learn more.

Higher Education in the Greater Hutch Area

Monday, February 11, 2019

The Greater Hutch area has higher education opportunities available locally that not only helps students increase their lifetime earning potential, but also gives our entire area an economic boost. Hutchinson Community College offers more than 75 majors across a wide range range of specialities, including nursing, machine technology, agriculture and animation. Programs are available to high school students to give them a head-start. Working adults looking to expand their skill set can also access certificate programs. Hutchinson features the Career and Technical Education Academy, which provides students the skills they need for a successful career, as well as...

Greater Hutch: Tight-Knit Community & Affordable Home Prices

Monday, February 04, 2019

Hutchinson, Kansas is an ideal place to put down roots and raise a family. The low cost of living, quality schools and welcoming community makes Greater Hutch an attractive area to make a home. More than two-thirds of families in our area own their homes as opposed to renting. The median cost of a house is less than half the national average, easing the burden for first-time buyers. And it’s a smart investment, because house values are projected to steadily increase over the next several years. Click here to learn more about the community of Hutchinson.

Veterans Administration Awards Three Hospital Projects to Superior Boiler Works

Thursday, January 31, 2019

Superior Boiler Works has been awarded three projects for Veterans Administration hospitals, the company announced today. Two of the hospitals are in the northwest United States, and the third is a hospital in the Midwest. Each hospital required a custom-engineered solution based on specific requirements. Superior will deliver its Wichita boilers to two of the facilities. This newer model in the company’s boiler line incorporates the latest engineering enhancements to maximize efficiency and operations in a small footprint. The third hospital will utilize Superior’s efficient Mohican boiler, which has a four-pass wet back chambered design. Superior Boiler also...

Expand Your Company With The Skilled Workers of Reno County, Kansas

Monday, January 28, 2019

Looking for a new headquarters to expand your business? Consider the Greater Hutch area in Reno County. You’ll have no shortage of skilled, educated workers ready to exceed all of your company’s needs. As the heart of south-central Kansas, Hutchinson also attracts tens of thousands of additional potential employees living just minutes outside of the county. In the Greater Hutch area, you’ll have access to an educated, growing workforce with the skills your company needs to succeed. Click here to learn more about all that Reno County has to offer.

Small Town Environment With Big City Opportunities in Greater Hutch

Monday, January 21, 2019

Hutchinson, Kansas has the best of both worlds and the perfect place to raise a family. The Greater Hutch area provides that small-town feel, where your neighbors watch out for your kids and the staff at your favorite restaurant knows your preferred dish. At the same time, there are more than 62,000 people living in Reno County, making for an energetic economic community with ample job opportunities. Healthcare is the largest job sector in our area, followed by retail, public administration and manufacturing. Our region is also a hotbed for entrepreneurship. A majority of companies based here are small...

Join the Chamber of Commerce and Grow Your Business

Monday, January 14, 2019

Become a member of the Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce! The organization is devoted to pursuing economic policies that will benefit the companies based here, including yours. You can have an influential voice in deciding the future of our community and how we choose to allocate resources. In addition, becoming a member is a fantastic way to grow your company. You’ll gain extra exposure to potential customers, marketing services and exclusive networking opportunities. Click here to learn more about the benefits of joining the Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce.

Major Corporations & Startup Businesses: Reno County, Kansas Has the Resources To Help Them All Succeed

Monday, January 07, 2019

Looking for your next career opportunity? Reno County, Kansas is host to more than two dozen major corporations located within a short commute of your home, including Tyson Prepared Foods, Siemens Wind Energy and Kuhn Krause, Inc. Click here to see the full list.

Follow Greater Hutch on Social Media: We’ll Keep You in the Loop!

Wednesday, January 02, 2019

Keep up with everything that’s happening in Hutchinson, Kansas by following us on social media! As the economic development division of the Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce, you can rely on us to keep you informed of exciting changes in our community. We put a spotlight on emerging companies and highlight local business achievements. You can find us on Linkedin.

eNGines-LPG to Locate in Hutchinson

Thursday, November 08, 2018

eNGines-LPG, LLC announced today their plans to begin operations at the former bakery facility at 120 E 3rd Avenue in Hutchinson, Kansas. eNGines-LPG is a family-owned and operated industrial engine distributor and generator manufacturer. This facility will serve as their flagship headquarters where they will assemble, distribute, sell, and support eNGines-LPG’s product lines and be a showroom for innovation for current and future products.President of eNGines-LPG, Matt Roeser, explains, “Protecting the environment is our passion and culture – providing environmentally-safe engine solutions. eNGines-LPG is a concept to operate an engine which can run off both natural gas (NG) and propane...

Buhler High School Teachers take Manufacturing Industry Tours

Wednesday, October 17, 2018

On October 15th, as part of Manufacturing Month in Reno County, Greater Hutch, an economic development partnership for Reno County, hosted teachers from Buhler High School USD 313 on a manufacturing industry tour. Local manufacturers Collins Bus Corporation, Kuhn Krause, and Superior Boiler Works opened their doors for the USD 313 teachers for facility tours and company presentations. The tour aimed to build connections between local manufacturers and educators to work together in preparing the workforce of tomorrow.   The teachers became the students during the presentations, which showed what Reno County manufacturing companies are looking for in...

2018 Wage and Benefit Reports Released

Friday, August 10, 2018

Hutchinson, KS – Greater Hutch, the economic development division of the Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce, is pleased to release the Wage and Benefit Reports for 2018.The 2018 Reno County Wage Report is provided by the Kansas Department of Labor, 2018 Kansas Wage Survey. The report details annual estimated wage and occupational numbers for all Reno County and separated by occupational code.In May 2018, Greater Hutch conducted a benefit survey open to all businesses in Reno County. The 2018 Benefit Survey Report is an aggregate of those participating companies. Information collected covers all benefits that a company may offer and...

Skilled Workforce Town Hall Brings Together Business Community and Educators

Friday, August 10, 2018

On July 24th, The Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce and Hutchinson Community College hosted The Governor’s Council on Education, The Kansas Chamber of Commerce and The University of Kansas School of Business to present The Skilled Workforce Town Hall at Hutchinson Community College. The town hall aimed to define what a skilled workforce in Kansas looks like through a survey of businesses across the state.Discussion was lively and focused on addressing the skilled workforce shortage in Reno County and how that fits into the skilled workforce of Kansas. Many great ideas were presented by those in attendance which will help...

Public Restroom Company to Locate in Hutchinson

Wednesday, April 25, 2018

Public Restroom Company announced today they will purchase the building at 714 Corey Road in Hutchinson, Kansas. The Public Restroom Company is a family-owned and operated growing national design/build business specializing in restroom buildings for parks. The new facility will allow the company to meet existing demands of the rapidly growing market. The plant in Hutchinson will primarily serve the Midwest and the eastern part of the United States.       “Prior to our selection of Hutchison, Kansas, we brought in the national real estate firm of Cushman-Wakefield to search for available 50,000 square foot plants and above...