https://www.greaterhutch.com Greater Hutch News Feed Wed, 27 May 2026 18:18:08 +0000 en-US https://www.greaterhutch.com/about/news/p/item/67184/reno-rising-investor-newsletter-q1-2026 https://www.greaterhutch.com/about/news/p/item/67184/reno-rising-investor-newsletter-q1-2026 Mon, 13 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0000 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! https://www.greaterhutch.com/about/news/p/item/66528/local-business-expansion-national-modular-mfg-llc-signs-lease-with-salt-city-investments-in-kansas-enterprise-industrial-park https://www.greaterhutch.com/about/news/p/item/66528/local-business-expansion-national-modular-mfg-llc-signs-lease-with-salt-city-investments-in-kansas-enterprise-industrial-park Tue, 17 Feb 2026 06:00:00 +0000 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... https://www.greaterhutch.com/about/news/p/item/65799/watts-water-technologies-inc-completes-acquisition-of-superior-boiler https://www.greaterhutch.com/about/news/p/item/65799/watts-water-technologies-inc-completes-acquisition-of-superior-boiler Mon, 15 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000 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... https://www.greaterhutch.com/about/news/p/item/65578/hutchinson-welcomes-its-first-makemymover https://www.greaterhutch.com/about/news/p/item/65578/hutchinson-welcomes-its-first-makemymover Mon, 24 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000 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... https://www.greaterhutch.com/about/news/p/item/65432/elevate-reno-county-its-a-team-effort https://www.greaterhutch.com/about/news/p/item/65432/elevate-reno-county-its-a-team-effort Tue, 11 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000 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... https://www.greaterhutch.com/about/news/p/item/65358/reno-county-featured-in-business-view-magazine https://www.greaterhutch.com/about/news/p/item/65358/reno-county-featured-in-business-view-magazine Tue, 04 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000 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... https://www.greaterhutch.com/about/news/p/item/65436/greater-hutch-attends-international-asset-management-council-fall-conference https://www.greaterhutch.com/about/news/p/item/65436/greater-hutch-attends-international-asset-management-council-fall-conference Thu, 23 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0000 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... https://www.greaterhutch.com/about/news/p/item/64941/reno-county-chosen-for-home-in-the-heartland-program https://www.greaterhutch.com/about/news/p/item/64941/reno-county-chosen-for-home-in-the-heartland-program Tue, 07 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0000 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... https://www.greaterhutch.com/about/news/p/item/65435/hutchinson-joins-team-kansas-at-midwestus-japan-conference https://www.greaterhutch.com/about/news/p/item/65435/hutchinson-joins-team-kansas-at-midwestus-japan-conference Mon, 15 Sep 2025 05:00:00 +0000 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... https://www.greaterhutch.com/about/news/p/item/65278/business-retention-&-expansion https://www.greaterhutch.com/about/news/p/item/65278/business-retention-&-expansion Mon, 18 Aug 2025 05:00:00 +0000 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... https://www.greaterhutch.com/about/news/p/item/63173/reno-county-economic-development-strategic-plan-survey-launch! https://www.greaterhutch.com/about/news/p/item/63173/reno-county-economic-development-strategic-plan-survey-launch! Mon, 09 Jun 2025 05:00:00 +0000 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... https://www.greaterhutch.com/about/news/p/item/65266/signing-day https://www.greaterhutch.com/about/news/p/item/65266/signing-day Tue, 13 May 2025 05:00:00 +0000 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... https://www.greaterhutch.com/about/news/p/item/65281/workforce-development https://www.greaterhutch.com/about/news/p/item/65281/workforce-development Wed, 23 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0000 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... https://www.greaterhutch.com/about/news/p/item/65269/downtown-master-plan-drives-regional-quality-of-life-development https://www.greaterhutch.com/about/news/p/item/65269/downtown-master-plan-drives-regional-quality-of-life-development Sat, 19 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0000 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... https://www.greaterhutch.com/about/news/p/item/65267/2025-economic-outlook-conference https://www.greaterhutch.com/about/news/p/item/65267/2025-economic-outlook-conference Fri, 18 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0000 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... https://www.greaterhutch.com/about/news/p/item/65277/workforce-roundtable-featuring-kansas-micro-internships https://www.greaterhutch.com/about/news/p/item/65277/workforce-roundtable-featuring-kansas-micro-internships Thu, 10 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0000 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... https://www.greaterhutch.com/about/news/p/item/65276/career-quest-healthcare-day-2025 https://www.greaterhutch.com/about/news/p/item/65276/career-quest-healthcare-day-2025 Fri, 04 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0000 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... https://www.greaterhutch.com/about/news/p/item/65271/community-engagement-reno-county-housing-discussion-and-love-where-you-live-dessert-and-dialogue-in-buhler https://www.greaterhutch.com/about/news/p/item/65271/community-engagement-reno-county-housing-discussion-and-love-where-you-live-dessert-and-dialogue-in-buhler Fri, 14 Mar 2025 05:00:00 +0000 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... https://www.greaterhutch.com/about/news/p/item/65270/business-expansion-gunbros-groundbreaking-february-28th https://www.greaterhutch.com/about/news/p/item/65270/business-expansion-gunbros-groundbreaking-february-28th Mon, 03 Mar 2025 06:00:00 +0000 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... https://www.greaterhutch.com/about/news/p/item/65268/2023-wage-survey https://www.greaterhutch.com/about/news/p/item/65268/2023-wage-survey Tue, 29 Oct 2024 05:00:00 +0000 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... https://www.greaterhutch.com/about/news/p/item/65265/evergy-announces-new-reno-county-natural-gas-generation-plant https://www.greaterhutch.com/about/news/p/item/65265/evergy-announces-new-reno-county-natural-gas-generation-plant Mon, 21 Oct 2024 05:00:00 +0000 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...