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The Hutchinson Fire Department extinguished a working structure fire in the 100 block of East 13th Avenue early Sunday morning.

Per a press release, the fire department said the call came in around 12:30 a.m.

The building’s occupants were outside before firefighters arrived, and the fire damaged the room in which it started and the attic above that.

An investigation into the cause is still ongoing.

The HFD asks residents to check smoke detectors. If the detectors are not working properly or to obtain information on how to obtain them, call the HFD’s Community Risk Reduction office at (620) 694-2871.

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The Hutchinson Fire Department extinguished a working structure fire in the 100 block of East 13th Avenue early Sunday morning. Per a press release, the fire department said the call came in around 12:30 a.m. The building's occupants were outside before firefighters arrived, and the fire damaged

Opinion

By Gina Long

We are halfway through the craziest time of the year, which for my family begins with Halloween and ends with Valentine’s Day.

In between, we celebrate Thanksgiving, Yule, Christmas and New Years, followed by Martin Luther King, Jr Day, which we dedicate to community service. Finally, we wrap it up with Valentine’s Day, which is more candy-oriented than romantic.

This year’s December is special, though, because Hanukkah began on Christmas Day, the first time since 2005 and only the fourth time since 1900.

An often overlooked observance which begins on December 26 and continues through January 1 is Kwanzaa, celebrated predominantly within the African-American community.

I had the opportunity to attend the third day celebration on Saturday evening, and I will publish a longer and more detailed article about the tradition- and symbol-rich Kwanzaa observance, but I was struck by the thoughtful and honest discussion surrounding each day’s theme. Many attendees were young Hutchinson residents, and their voices are often dismissed, shouted down and ignored.

Listening to their thoughtful analysis and their hopes and fears with full attention and respect is an act sorely missing in our everyday behavior.

The normal journalistic interview with asking questions and settling in to be a “dispassionate observer” quickly became an intimate quiet space for sharing, a new manner of experiencing a celebration without the preparatory frantic activity involved with many other observances and commemorations.

After a quiet Thanksgiving and a stressful pre-Christmas during which my car decided to break down catastrophically, I am hoping for a tame New Year’s. The raucous huge extended family get-togethers are in the past, and sometimes we just need some rest. The good weather made this year’s preparations much easier than normal, even with an ailing automobile. My post-Covid lagging fatigue has demanded some extra sleep, too.

I wish our readers a happy celebratory season, with good tidings to all. And maybe some snow!

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By Gina Long We are halfway through the craziest time of the year, which for my family begins with Halloween and ends with Valentine's Day. In between, we celebrate Thanksgiving, Yule, Christmas and New Years, followed by Martin Luther King, Jr Day, which we dedicate to community

Opinion

By Michael Glenn

Newspapers, as I’ve always believed, should be their communities’ biggest advocates and harshest critics. 

As a newspaper in Hutchinson, every writer you may see and I have meaningful conversations and meetings with everyone from the mayor to regular citizens and everyone in between. 

When Richard Shank, one of our contractors who help make our publication special, mentioned featuring the World War II veterans making a trip to Normandy, France, to commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day, I was very interested to read it. I’ve always been a history nerd and I knew Hutchinson would be interested in hearing how some of our own residents protected our freedom for all people from Nazi cruelty. 

Mitchell was able to see and meet world leaders, visit cemeteries of fellow soldiers who had fallen in the war and wished that we as people would learn to live peacefully. 

“War does not settle anything for a long period of time,” Mitchell said in a July story Richard wrote. 

From how Richard spoke of Olen, someone who he looked at with sincere respect and honor, I knew it was an honor to hear and publish his story. 

While Mitchell and many other heroic, honorable Hutchonians have passed away, each of us have the ability to create our own stories and impact the people around us. 

While the Christmas season may be on the tail end and many of us are contemplating what to do for a New Year’s resolution, I encourage you to look at Mitchell’s story and think of how we can all be better to each other and make Hutchinson special. 

From my year and a half writing in this publication, I’ve spoken with hundreds of different people who have completely different backgrounds, beliefs and stories.

When we work together and put our differences aside, we can truly better our community and make our lives better.

Rest in peace, Mr. Mitchell. You had an impact on so many people, fought for our freedom and made Hutchinson special.

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By Michael Glenn Newspapers, as I’ve always believed, should be their communities’ biggest advocates and harshest critics.  As a newspaper in Hutchinson, every writer you may see and I have meaningful conversations and meetings with everyone from the mayor to regular citizens and everyone in between.  When Richard

Community Reporting

Olen Mitchell visits with locals at Wesley Towers in May 2024 before his departure for France to attend the 80th anniversary of D-Day observance CREDIT/RICHARD SHANK

By Richard Shank

An early morning phone caller on Christmas Eve left a message that Olen Mitchell, a 103-year-old Hutchinson icon, had passed away in his sleep. The caller’s message was prefaced with the words, ”One of the greatest individuals I have ever known has died,” words that all who knew him would agree with.

It was the end of a life well lived, which started in 1921 and encompassed, to date, the administrations of 16 of the country’s 46 Presidents.

I do not remember when or where I first met Olen, but am happy to say we were friends for decades.

Following multiple careers, he found time for one more, lasting about two decades with Elliott Mortuary. Olen greeted family members and friends arriving for funerals and memorial services. He was, perhaps, the greatest ambassador a business could have.

Tom Elliott could not have hired a greater ambassador for his business. And Olen had a way of making people, even those dealing with grief, feel better.

As readers will remember, Olen was in the news this past June when he joined 70 other World War II veterans for a flight to France to observe the 80th anniversary of D-Day.

On May 29, the eve of his departure for France, it seemed like half of Hutchinson attended a sendoff party for Olen at Wesley Towers, where he resided. Dozens stood in a receiving line to greet Olen. To no one’s surprise, he called most attendees by their first name.

Among the sites they visited in France was a cemetery where veterans of both world wars were buried, including the graves of 22 Americans whose identities remain unknown. “It was very sad to see the graves of those who did not return to enjoy life as I did,” Olen said. “I knew some of those who died and wished there had been time to visit their graves.”

Seated at a D-Day ceremony, Olen said he caught himself thinking about those who fought on Omaha Beach and what they went through on that fateful day.

In the distance, the hedge rows where German soldiers hid in wait for the American invaders remain a testament to that war so long ago.

Following his return, Olen mentioned the visit to the beaches of Normandy was sobering. “My only wish is that people would learn how to live together,” Olen said. “War does not settle anything for a long period of time.”

Always a keen observer of his surroundings, Olen talked about sitting within a few feet of French President Macron, who, with his youthful appearance, as he said, “looked like a kid.“

Olen was a car buff, too. I once took a ride with Olen in his 1929 Model A Ford, which ran and looked like it just came off a showroom floor during the first third of the 20th century. Also, he was a proud owner of a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle.

Olen’s wife, Wilma, passed away in 2006. They had no children. He leaves behind several nephews and nieces and more friends than there are residents in Hutchinson.

Funeral services for Olen are scheduled for 10 a.m., Saturday, January 4, at Elliott Mortuary. The family will receive friends from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Friday, January 3, at the mortuary.

Rest in peace, Olen. You touched thousands of lives and made the world better.

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Olen Mitchell visits with locals at Wesley Towers in May 2024 before his departure for France to attend the 80th anniversary of D-Day observance CREDIT/RICHARD SHANK By Richard Shank An early morning phone caller on Christmas Eve left a message that Olen Mitchell, a 103-year-old Hutchinson icon,

Police Blotter

Hutchinson Police Department

On 2024-12-26 @ 13:11:00Hrs

Traffic – DUI at 400 Blk of W 11th Ave

JOSEPH TABER, WM/40, 1531 W 11TH AVE, was arrested for 1) DUI 2nd conviction, 2) Tamper with Ignition Interlock, 3) Poss Marijuana, 4) Possession of Methamphetamines, and 5) Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.  

On 2024-12-26 @ 04:00:00Hrs

Traffic – DUI at 00 Park Rd

DEREK TREVINO, HM/29, 827 E B AVE was arrested for 1.) DUI

On 2024-12-26 @ 03:51:00Hrs

Domestic Violence at City of Hutchinson

BOPHA PAL, AF/44, HUTCHINSON, was arrested for 1) DOMESTIC BATTERY, 2) INTERFERENCE WITH LEO

On 2024-12-25 @ 21:01:00Hrs

Traffic – DUI at 129 W 17TH AVE

JASON SINNETT, WM/45, 220 W 15TH AVE, was arrested for 1.) DUI 2.) Illegal Transport of Alcoholic Beverage 3.) Possession of Firearm While Under the Influence, after the vehicle he was operating struck the building at this location.

On 2024-12-25 @ 13:14:00Hrs

Traffic – DUI at 500 Blk E Avenue C

COLIN L. BROOMFIELD, BM/20, HOMELESS was arrested for 1.) DUI; DRUGS OR COMBINATION OF DRUGS.

On 2024-12-25 @ 13:04:00Hrs

Domestic Violence at CITY OF HUTCHINSON 

ELEXIS BRASWELL, WF/31, 3404 N WALDRON ST, was arrested for 1.) Domestic Battery.

On 2024-12-25 @ 01:42:00Hrs

Domestic Violence at City of Hutchinson

MARCO A. REYES, HM/ 22, was arrested for 1.) Battery. 2.) Domestic Battery.

On 2024-12-24 @ 21:45:00Hrs

Warrant Service at 00 BLK N. ADAMS ST.

AMANDA J. KOEPPEN, WF/36, WICHITA, was arrested for 1.) HPD FTA; Theft.

On 2024-12-24 @ 08:35:00Hrs

Domestic Violence at CITY OF HUTCHINSON

KAYLA L. KILANO, WF/32, HUTCHINSON – was arrested for 1) Domestic Battery

On 2024-12-24 @ 06:00:00Hrs

Warrant Service at 2605 E 4th Ave

KAYLA L. KILANO WF/32, 2605 E 4TH AVE, was arrested for 1.) HPD FTA

On 2024-12-23 @ 23:51:00Hrs

Domestic Violence at City of Hutchinson

ALICIA L LEROY, WF/ 43, was arrested for 1.) Domestic Battery.

On 2024-12-23 @ 22:59:00Hrs

Warrant Service at 210 W 1st Ave

RYAN A. LEE WM/41, 612 E 2ND AVE, was arrested for 1.) HPD Failure to Appear

On 2024-12-23 @ 13:30:00Hrs

Domestic Violence at City of Hutchinson

LUIS VIVEROS HM/29 was arrested for 1) DOMESTIC BATTERY X2 and 2) INTERFERENCE LEO.

On 2024-12-23 @ 11:42:00Hrs

Warrant Service at 1800 S SEVERANCE

CHRISTOPHER CARRILLO, HM/54, WICHITA, was arrested for 1) HPD FTA Warrant

On 2024-12-23 @ 08:12:00Hrs

Warrant Service at 17 E 2nd Ave

NOAH WHITE WM/28 LINDSBORG was arrested for 1) HPD WARRANT.

On 2024-12-22 @ 23:24:00Hrs

Battery – Agg at 1801 Lyman Ave apt 805

JOSHUA M. ASBURY, WM/33, 715 S PATTIE ST, WICHITA, was arrested for 1) AGG BATTERY; RECKLESS GREAT BODILY HARM.

On 2024-12-22 @ 17:00:00Hrs

Warrant Service at AVE A / MAIN ST

COLLIN BOTT, WM/23, WICHITA, was arrested for 1)FTA OPERATE WITHOUT DL.

On 2024-12-22 @ 16:39:00Hrs

Warrant Service at 1800 S Severance St

KIMBERLY D LAUGHLIN, WF/37, 100 E 15TH AVE was arrested for 1.) HPD FTA

On 2024-12-22 @ 15:50:00Hrs

Warrant Service at AVE A / MAIN ST

COLLIN BOTT, WM/23, WICHITA, was arrested for 1)FTA THEFT.

On 2024-12-22 @ 09:05:00Hrs

Warrant Service at 1403 W. 14th Ave.

MALLORY D. MARTINEZ, WF/24, 1403 W 14TH AVE was arrested for 1.) FAILURE TO APPEAR; PRE-TRIAL: NO LIABILITY INSURANCE.

On 2024-12-22 @ 03:18:00Hrs

Traffic – DUI at 2400 blk N Main St

HALLIE M. BURROWS, WF/42, 706 N ADAMS ST, was arrested for 1)DUI; 1st Conviction

On 2024-12-21 @ 17:40:00Hrs

Warrant Service at 1800 S Severance St.

KAYLA R. HUDGEONS, WF/30, 3501 W. 7TH AVE was arrested for 1.) FAILURE TO APPEAR; INITIAL ARRAIGNMENT: VIOLATION OF PROTECTIVE ORDER.

On 2024-12-21 @ 15:29:00Hrs

Warrant Service at 300 N AIRPORT RD

JUSTIN N LINN, WM/44, 5520 N MONROE ST was arrested for 1: Failure to Appear, original charge General Exterior Structure Violation.

On 2024-12-21 @ 01:11:00Hrs

Public Intoxication at 200 E 4th Ave

QUINTON BOWER WM/41, HOMELESS, was arrested for 1) Public Intox and was advised CT from Burger King

On 2024-12-20 @ 21:06:00Hrs

Domestic Violence at CITY OF HUTCHINSON

KEITH M DANNEBOHM, WM/32, HUTCHINSON, was arrested for 1) Criminal damage-DV, and 2) Disorderly conduct-DV

On 2024-12-20 @ 00:05:00Hrs

Warrant Service at 1800 S SEVERANCE ST

TROY OTTINGER, WM/54, 404 W 1ST AVE, was arrested on two HPD Warrants for 1.)Failure to Appear.

NOTE: ALL SUBJECTS ARE INNOCENT UNTIL PROVEN GUILTY IN A COURT OF LAW

Want to see more in the blotter? Contact Publisher Michael Glenn at mglenn@hutchtribune.com or Managing Editor Gina Long at glong@hutchtribune.com.

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Hutchinson Police Department On 2024-12-26 @ 13:11:00Hrs Traffic - DUI at 400 Blk of W 11th Ave JOSEPH TABER, WM/40, 1531 W 11TH AVE, was arrested for 1) DUI 2nd conviction, 2) Tamper with Ignition Interlock, 3) Poss Marijuana, 4) Possession of Methamphetamines, and 5) Possession of Drug

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By John Mesh The player selection show for the Kansas Shrine Bowl football game is 10 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 1 (New Year’s Day) at www/kansasshrinebowl.com and https://www.youtube.com/live/dlvYdP7-4_8. There will be 88 players (44 for the West squad and 44 for the East team) selected for the 52nd Kansas Shrine Bowl