Discover Hutchinson - 2023

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WELCOME TO HUTCHINSON

Welcome to Hutchinson! As the mayor and a lifelong resident, I want to tell you about all of the positive things Hutchinson has to offer making it a destination worth exploring.

Hutchinson has a rich history as a prairie area settled by a family of nationally acclaimed performers — the Singing Hutchinson Brothers. We are proud of our history and celebrate our legacy. Today, our city is known as “Minnesota’s Manufacturing City” and “Minnesota’s Hometown.”

Hutchinson is a regional hub for the surrounding area, attracting visitors from near and far. Whether you are here for one of our many events, tournaments or festivals, or just spending a day shopping and relaxing, we want you to feel at home in Hutchinson.

We offer many different activities for both the young and young at heart. We have a fantastic park and trail system featuring the paved Luce Line State Trail and Hutchinson Family Aquatic Center.

Our revitalized downtown offers

many different shopping and dining experiences. Our arts community is thriving and can be experienced through opportunities such as the Hutchinson Sculpture Stroll and the Hutchinson Center for the Arts. We are very fortunate to host events like the Orange Spectacular, Minnesota Garlic Festival, the Jaycee Water Carnival, the McLeod County Fair and RiverSong Music Festival, just to name a few. The

McLeod County Historical Society and Museum in 2021 completed the Steffel addition. The HarringtonMerrill House, which was built in 1858 and survived the U.S.-Dakota War of 1862, is one of the oldest wood-framed structures in McLeod County.

Hutchinson also has a solid and growing foundation when it comes to schools, churches, housing and business. Our schools have rated consistently high on state surveys and are in the process of facility upgrades for the next generation. Hutchinson has a strong faith-based community with many different options for worship. The amount of housing, accommodations and senior living options continue to increase. Businesses both large and small are establishing or expanding into our retail areas, industrial park and Hutchinson Enterprise Center.

I encourage you to spend just a little more time exploring Hutchinson. I hope that you will see, like I have, that it is a beautiful area to live, work and play.

WELCOME

Construction of a new firefighter-themed playground took place in late August at Fireman’s Park on the north end of downtown. It took three days of hands-on work by Hutchinson firefighters to complete the project, which has been well-received by families.

MAYOR GARY FORCIER

6,534 Housing units, 2021

68% Homeownership rate, 2017 - 2021

85.2% Living in same house 1 year or more

$164,000 Median value of ownership occupied homes, 2017 - 2021

2.26 Persons per household

$39,720 Per capita income in past 20 months, 2021 dollars

$58,795 Median household income, 2021 dollars

Hutchinson has been home to me for my entire life. I was a person who thought they’d eventually leave town for the Twin Cities metro, but as I got older I grew to love Hutchinson more and more. I think it’s a rightsized community where it’s large enough to have plenty of amenities and job opportunities, but small enough to where it retains the neighborly feeling of a small town. The city does great work maintaining a wonderful parks system, and is very supportive of the arts and historical landmarks.”

We moved here from the Chicago area almost 30 years ago to start our pottery business. I was always impressed with how warm and welcoming people were to outsiders! I continue to feel that way, especially as I watch our arts community continue to build. I have always felt that where ever you live, you need to be a part of the community that you live in. It’s not enough to just be here, you need to give something of yourself to make it better. I have made lifelong friends with those that I have volunteered with in many different organizations, and I certainly have gotten more back than I have given. If there is something you want to see in town, then make it happen. That’s the only way it works, you can’t sit back and ask why we don’t have “x,” you just have to get out there and do it.”

I have lived in Hutchinson my entire life and what I love about Hutchinson is there is something for everyone. We have a great park system, many opportunities for our youth through PRCE and local organizations, fantastic community events like Water Carnival, RiverSong Music Festival, Minnesota Pottery Festival, Orange Spectacular, Garlic Festival, McLeod County Fair, Arts and Crafts Festival, and much more! We have businesses that care about the community and support it through either monetary or service donations. We also have a great selection of volunteer organizations that do a great deal for our community — if you are looking to get involved with the community, you can absolutely find an organization that fits something you are passionate about! Here is my shameless plug for the Hutchinson Jaycees and Water Carnival — you can find out more at either www.hutchinsonjaycees.org or www. watercarnival.org.”

What I love most about Hutch ? It’s where I call home. It’s where I was born. It’s where I was raised. It’s where I was educated. It’s where I learned about right and wrong. It’s where I learned how to treat others. It’s where I learned about love. It’s where I learned about loss. It’s where I learned about acceptance. It’s where I learned about forgiveness. It’s where I learned about failure. It’s where I learned about success. It’s where I learned to raise a family. It’s where I call home.”

I’m a lifelong resident of Hutchinson and grew up here when it was truly a small town of 5000. What I love about this community is that we still have the small town feeling that is balanced with the growth of opportunities, services and ways to connect.”

My favorite thing about Hutchinson is the commitment to community. Between all the local arts organizations, nonpro fits, festivals and events, there is a real pride-of-place here and involvement in building up community between the individuals who call Hutch home.”

MARY HENKE

2023-2024 Hutchinson Discover Guide

General Manager: Brent Schacherer

Editorial Content: Kay Johnson

Photography: Hutchinson Leader

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Discover Hutchinson is a MediaNews Group publication. It is published annually by the Hutchinson Leader, 170 Shady Ridge Road, Hutchinson, MN 55350. Copyright 2023 MediaNews Group. Printed in the U.S.A. For additional information or to submit corrections, email Kay Johnson at johnson@hutchinsonleader.com.

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Cover photo by: Doug Hanneman, Hutchinson

Hutchinson Hutchinson

1. Airport: 16713 Hwy. 15. S.

2. City Center: 111 Hassan St. S.E.

3. Civic Arena: 950 Harrington St. S.W.

4. Gopher Campfire Wildlife Sanctuary: Les Kouba Parkway

5. High School: 1200 Roberts Road S.W.

6. Hospital/Clinic: 1095 Hwy. 15 S.

7. Hutchinson Mall: 1060 Hwy. 15 S.

8. Hutchinson Technology Inc.: 40 W. Highland Park Drive N.E.

9. Immanuel Lutheran School: 20917 Walden Ave.

10. Library Square: 50 Hassan St. S.E.

11. Maplewood Academy: 700 Main St. N.W.

12. McLeod County Museum: 380 School Road N.W.

13. McLeod County Fairgrounds: 800 Century Ave. S.W.

14. Middle School: 1365 South Grade Road S.W.

15. New Discoveries Montessori Academy: 1000 Fifth Ave. S.E.

16. Park Elementary: 100 Glen St. S.W.

17. Police: 10 Franklin St. S.W.

18. Post Office: 245 Main St. S.

19. Aquatic/Recreation Center: 900 Harrington St. S.W.

20. Ridgewater College: 2 Century Ave. S.E.

21. Roberts Park Softball Fields: 1605 Roberts Road S.W.

22. 3M: 905–915 Adams St.

23. 875 School Rd. S.W.

24. Hutchinson Event Center/ Senior Center: 1005 Highway 15 S.

25. - - - - - Luce Line State Trail

26. New Century Academy: 950 School Road N.W.

27. Hutchinson Dog Park: 427 First Ave. S.E.

28. St. Anastasia Catholic School: 400 Lake St. S.W.

29. Tiger Elementary Tiger Elementary 805 School Rd. S.W.

FESTIVALS YEAR-ROUND, ALL AGES WELCOME

Hutchinson offers a smorgasbord of events throughout the year. There’s something for everyone from the Hutchinson Jaycee Water Carnival and the McLeod County Fair to the Orange Spectacular, Minnesota Pottery Festival and the Arts and Crafts Festival/Taste of Hutchinson.

One of summer’s big draws is the Music in the Park 6:30 p.m. Mondays June through July. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy live music in Hutchinson’s beautiful Library Square. This is a great opportunity to catch up with friends and make new ones. All ages attend this free

EVENTS

event and it’s fun to watch the children dance and cool off in the fountain.

Another fan favorite is RiverSong Music Festival in mid-July. The two-day outdoor event takes place at Masonic/West River Park along the beautiful Crow River. Minnesota bands perform on two stages, with special activities for children.

Best advice: Check out the calendar and pencil in the events you’re interested in attending. Next time you’re looking for something to do, think Hutchinson for festivals and fun.

Above: Water Carnival queen candidate Tatyana Beerbower (and future Hutchinson princess) joins in the fun of a circle dance during Monday night’s Music in the Park and Water Carnival kick off.

Right: Jay Ernest performs as the “Man in Black” with Church of Cash, the group he founded in 2010. The band was a RiverSong Music Festival favorite during the 2022 two-day event.

HUTCHINSON JAYCEE WATER CARNIVAL

This popular summertime festival will celebrate its 80th anniversary with a week of activities from Monday, June 12 through Sunday, June 18. Water Carnival Commodore Don DeMeyer and Vice Commodore Brittany Schiller will coordinate the festival’s many activities ranging from live music and fireworks to children’s activities and the Grande Day Parade.

Welcoming guests will be Mr. Hutchinson Brett Rasmussen and Hutchinson Woman of the Year Betsy Price; Miss Hutchinson Grace Borka and Princess Tatyana Beerbower; and Junior Queen Brinley Purcell-Sturges and Junior Commodore Isaac Olson.

For more information, visit the Hutchinson Leader website at hutchinsonleader.com or the Hutchinson Jaycee Water Carnival website at watercarnival.org.

RIVERSONG MUSIC FESTIVAL

Billed as “Minnesota’s Homegrown Music Festival,” Hutchinson’s RiverSong is a rain-or-shine event July 14-15 that brings together live music on two stages at Masonic/West River Park along the scenic Crow River. Food is provided by on-site vendors. Wine, beer and other beverages are also available. For more about Riversong, visit the festival’s website at riversongfestival.org.

ORANGE SPECTACULAR

The Upper Midwest Allis-Chalmers Club hosts its annual Orange Spectacular Friday through Sunday, July 21-23, at the McLeod County Fairgrounds in Hutchinson. The show, which attracts thousands of people from across the United States, Canada and Europe, features everything AllisChalmers from tractors to farm implements. Many of the tractors are put to work in a tractor pull competition or in the popular fi eld demonstrations. The show also features a large farm toy show, a swap meet of tractors and parts, and a variety of food and musical entertainment. Admission and

parking is free. For more information, visit orangespectacular.com.

HEATWOLE THRESHING SHOW

The annual Heatwole Threshing Show has celebrated farming for more than 40 years. It takes place Aug. 12-13 at 15498 Walden Ave., about 4 miles south of Hutchinson. The two-day event was started by farmers to preserve the way farming once was done and relive the effort the second weekend of August each year. The show welcomes all makes of antique tractors and implements and features demonstrations, a tractor parade and pull, a sawmill, blacksmith shop and more. Admission is free. For more, call Corey Henke at 320-587-9143 or visit coreystractorrepair.com.

MINNESOTA GARLIC FESTIVAL

The Minnesota Garlic Festival is a one-day salute to “everything garlic.” Save the date: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 12, at the McLeod County Fairgrounds, 840 Century Ave. S.W., Hutchinson. For more information and updates about the festival, visit mngarlicfest.com.

MCLEOD COUNTY FAIR

The McLeod County Fair attracts people of all ages. Admission is

free. Its four-day run features activities from live music, entertainment, Grandstand shows, exhibits, animal judging, contests, rides, games and more.

All fair information is conveniently available at mcleodcountyfair.com. Information is also available by calling the fair of fice at 320-587-2499.

MCLEOD COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS

When the fair isn’t in session, the McLeod County Fairgrounds are available for rent. It is used for activities ranging from concerts and wedding receptions to dog shows, craft fairs, garage sales and more. The fairgrounds also are the year-round home to the McLeod County Extension Service, 4-H and McLeod County Parks. For more information, call 320-484-4334 or visit www3.extension.umn.edu/ county/mcleod.

ARTS AND CRAFTS FESTIVAL

The 49th annual Arts and Crafts Festival is Friday and Saturday, Sept. 15-16, at Library Square in downtown Hutchinson. This event also includes the Ambassadors’ Taste of Hutchinson and Friends of the Library Used Book Sale. The festival attracts more than 100 talented artists and crafters

from throughout the Upper Midwest. Admission is free. For more information, call the Hutchinson Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism at 320-587-5252 or visit explorehutchinson.com.

ELKS GUN AND COIN SHOW

Collectors of guns, knives or sports memorabilia won’t want to miss the Elks Gun and Coin Show. This two-day annual event is Sept. 23-24. It typically features more than 300 tables of merchandise in the Commercial Building at the McLeod County Fairgrounds, 840 Century Ave. S.W., Hutchinson. Vendors come from throughout the Upper Midwest. The show is the largest fundraiser for the local Elks Lodge with the proceeds going to Hutchinson-area youth programs. For more information, call Dale Harbarth, show manager, at 320-587-8989.

Looking for something unique for yourself or a gift? Head to the Hutchinson Arts & Crafts Festival.

EXPLORE THE ARTS IN HUTCHINSON

By KAY JOHNSON johnson@hutchinsonleader.com

Whether you’re an actor, singer, comedian, artist or maker, Hutchinson Center for the Arts wants you. It is the one-stop shop for everything arts in the community. It offers a variety of classes and exhibits throughout the year, as well as partner organization events.

Earlier this year, the Hutchinson Center for the Arts hosted its annual meeting and shared the good news — the center is in the black and it increased its educational programming by 70%.

Molly Rivera, executive director, kicked off the annual meeting with a PowerPoint presentation highlighting 2022. Total income was $178,102, which came from grants, donations, memberships, programming and the sales gallery. Total expense was $113,856, which included payroll, facilities, business, programming and sales gallery. The difference — the net income — was $64,246.

In addition to Rivera, the center added a staff person during 2022 — Ann Lamecker as program assistant.

It makes sense to add this position because one of the ongoing requests is for more programming.

According to Rivera, the center increased its educational programming by 70% this past year, serving 155 youth and adults. They also increased outreach via activities such as its once-a-month Open Studio, Take Home Art Kits, and by partnering with the Hutchinson Farmers Market, McLeod County Fair, Special Olympics Minnesota and the Hutchinson Public Library.

“We were able to increase our connections in the community and ensure art is accessible for all,” Rivera said.

The attractions of the downtown location are its visibility and easy access, which are benefits for drawing people to the center.

Among the reasons to visit is its ongoing rotation of artist exhibits. Last year, the center hosted eight emerging and established artists

work in its Visual Arts Exhibition Series. It also conducted the popular Community Showcase exhibition, which features the work of local artists, makers and creators, plus the Youth Art Exhibit.

If you haven’t stopped by lately, the art center’s gift shop is not to be missed. It features the work of 25 local artists highlighting the talent in our region. It’s the perfect place to pick up a unique gift. Options range from jewelry and scarves to pottery, artwork and more. It brought in a net of $3,484 last year.

What sets the Hutchinson Center for the Arts apart from other art centers is that it serves as the umbrella organization providing a place to meet, ticket sales, insurance, storage and more for local arts groups. Partners include: Crow River Area Youth Orchestra, Crow River Youth Choir, Crow

River Singers, Historic Hutchinson, Hutchinson Parks, Recreation and Community Education, Hutchinson Theatre Company, Litch fi eld Area Male Chorus, Minnesota Pottery Festival, No Lines Improv Troupe and RiverSong Music Festival.

The evening ended on a high note — the presentation of the Wirt Award. Justin Beck, HCA board chair, presented a gift from the art center’s gift shop to 2022 recipient — Kay Johnson.

The Wirt Award was established in 2019 by the Hutchinson Center for the Arts to recognize outstanding local citizens for their commitment to building com-

munity through the arts. The Wirt Award is named after Tom Wirt, one of several visionaries who helped bring the Hutchinson Center for the Arts to life. Wirt understood the power of sharing resources and using the arts to strengthen the community. The result is a thriving arts hub with a range of groups helping to entertain and inspire artists and audiences.

Following Wirt as honorees were Corey Stearns in 2020 and Greg Jodzio in 2021.

To learn more about HCA, visit www.hutchinsonarts.org or call 320-587-7278.

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Looking for laughs? Don’t miss performances by No Lines Improv. The troupe engages the audience with a variety of skits. The group is a partner organization of the Hutchinson Center for the Arts. Pictured are, from left, Jill Springer, Corey Roskamp, Tom Nelson and Jody Runke.

Molly Rivera, executive director of the Hutchinson Center for the Arts, shared highlights from 2022 at the annual meeting earlier this year.

Soft Pastel Forms by Morgan Gehrke, a seventh-grader at Hutchinson Middle School, was among the more than 700 pieces of art submitted for the annual Youth Art Exhibit at the Hutchinson Center for the Arts.

Justin Beck, president of the Hutchinson Center for the Arts board, recognized Kay Johnson as the 2022 recipient of the Wirt Award.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Hutchinson has much to offer in the way of activities and events. For more information about local happenings, check out the Leader’s Wednesday print edition or visit hutchinsonleader.com. Information is also available from the Hutchinson Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism at 320587-5252 or explorehutchinson. com.

MAY

May 4: Whoopee Fest at the McLeod County History Museum. This event features German food and polka music; 320-587-2109.

May 4-6: Spring Citywide Garage Sales, Hutchinson; 320753-3655

May 13: Hutchinson Farmers Market opens for the season: 8 a.m.-noon Saturdays and 2:305:30 p.m. Wednesdays at Depot Marketplace, 25 Adams St. S.E. The market continues through October. For more information, visit its Facebook page.

May 13: Heart of Minnesota’s Paws on Parade Pet Walk. For more information, call 320-2349699.

May 13: Minnesota Fishing Opener for walleye, sauger and northern pike. For all the information you need to know, visit www.dnr.state.mn.us.

May 14: Crow River Winery begins its live music series 3-6 p.m. Sundays through Dec. 17. For more information and a list of performers, visit www. crowriverwinery.com.

May 29: Memorial Day parade and ceremony, Veterans Park of McLeod County in Hutchinson. For more information, call the VFW at 320-587-9929.

Hutchinson Sculpture Stroll will feature new artwork this month. The public art will be on display throughout the city May 2023-

Hutchinson honors Memorial Day each year with a program at Veterans Park of McLeod County. It includes a parade, speakers and a demonstration of the 13 folds of the U.S. funeral flag by members of the Hutchinson Memorial Rifle Squad.

May 2024. For more information, visit hutchinsonpublicarts.com.

JUNE

June 2: It’s Dairy Day in Hutchinson. Head to Library Square for lunch and many special events; 320-587-5252.

June 12: Music in the Park features live music at 6:30 p.m. and a social by a local nonprofit in downtown’s Library Square. Music dates are Mondays: June 12, June 19, June 26, July 10, July 17 and July 24.

June 12-18: 80th annual Hutchinson Jaycee Water Carnival features a week of activities for all ages. For more information, visit watercarnival. org or hutchinsonleader.com.

June 16-17: The Power Pull Nationals return 7 p.m. to the McLeod County Fairgrounds, 840 Century Ave. S.W., Hutchinson, for two nights of exciting competition. Pits open to the public at 4 p.m. Friday and 11 a.m. Saturday. For ticket information, visit powerpullnationals.com.

June 16-17: Winstock Country Music Festival features headliners Cody Johnson Friday and Miranda

Lambert on Saturday. For more information, visit winstockfestival. com.

June 17: Crow River Habitat for Humanity is hosting its first Habitat Hustle 5K. For more information, visit tinyurl.com/57mhwe2v.

June 28-Aug. 2: Wednesday Noon Concert Series begins at 11:30 a.m.-12:10 p.m. followed by a salad luncheon, both at Peace Lutheran Church, 400 Franklin St. S.W., Hutchinson. Concerts are free admission but there is a charge for lunch; 320-587-3031.

JULY

July 14-15: RiverSong Music Festival takes place outdoors at Masonic/West River Park in Hutchinson; riversongfestival.org

July 20-22: Crazy Days in Hutchinson.

July 22-23: Orange Spectacular attracts thousands of visitors to view all-things orange — AllisChalmers tractors, implements and collectibles. This three-day event is at the McLeod County Fairgrounds in Hutchinson; orangespectacular. com.

July 24: Hometown Golf Challenge at Oakdale Golf Club

July 29-30: The Minnesota Pottery Festival is outdoors at Masonic/West River Park in Hutchinson; mnpotteryfestival. com

AUGUST

Aug. 1: National Night Out, Hutchinson. This communitybuilding campaign promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie.

Aug. 4: Relay For Life of McLeod County is 4 p.m.-midnight at Masonic/West River Park, Hutchinson. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/groups/ r flmcleodcountymn.

Aug. 12: 16th Minnesota Garlic Festival 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at the McLeod County Fairgrounds; mngarlicfest.com

Aug. 12-13: Heatwole Threshing Show, 15498 Walden Ave.; 320-587-9243

Aug. 17-20: McLeod County Fair at the fairgrounds in Hutchinson; 320-587-2499 or mcleodcountyfair.com

Aug. 24-Labor Day, Sept. 4: Minnesota State Fair in St. Paul; mnstatefair.org

SEPTEMBER

Sept. 7-9: Fall Citywide Garage Sales, Hutchinson; 320-753-3655

Sept. 15-16: Arts and Crafts Festival and Taste of Hutchinson takes place in Library Square in downtown Hutchinson. For more information, call the Chamber at 320-587-5252 or the library at 320-587-2368.

Sept. 15-16: Friends of the Library annual Used Book Sale outdoors along Hassan Street at the entrance of the Hutchinson Public Library; 320-587-2368

Sept. 23: Crow River Winery’s annual Grape Stomp; crowriverwinery. com/events/annual-events/

Sept. 23-24: Elks Gun and Coin Show at the McLeod County Fairgrounds, Hutchinson; 320-587-8989

OCTOBER

Oct. 28: Crow River Winery’s annual Pumpkin Fest features pumpkin chucking, the corn maze, live music and more; crowriverwinery.com/events/ annual-events/

Oct. 28: Spooky Sprint 5K Family Fun Run/Walk and 1/2 mile Kids Dash; spookysprint.org

NOVEMBER

Nov. 16: Ambassadors’ Taste of the Holidays; 320-587-5252

Nov. 25: Small Business Saturday

DECEMBER

Dec. 2: Christmas Trees and Traditions, Christ the King Lutheran Church, Hutchinson; 320-587-2776

McLeod County History Museum’s Christmas Celebration; 320-5872109

Crow River Singers Holiday Concerts; 320-587-7278

JANUARY 2022

Blizzard Blast, a fundraiser for local hospice services, at the Glencoe City Center; 320-234-5031

Women’s Candlelight Dinners at CrossPoint Church, Hutchinson; 320-587-2668 Meetingsheld6:30pmthe1stTuesdayofeachmonth

Gopher Campfire Conservation Club’s annual Indoor Fishing Contest, Gopher Campfire clubhouse; 320-587-7722

A waf fle and a baseball player were among the costumes worn by runners who took off down First Avenue Southeast at the start of the Kids Dash during the annual Spooky Sprint.

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CREATE YOUR OWN ADVENTURES

Looking for something to do? No problem. Head to the Gopher Campfire Wildlife Sanctuary and see the deer and variety of waterfowl. Take a walk along the Luce Line State Trail or try your luck fishing from shore at the Crow River.

Whether you’re a sports fan, art lover or nature enthusiast, Hutchinson offers many recreational opportunities.

Experience the creativity of local and regional artists at the Hutchinson Center for the Arts. It’s the hub for the local arts scene. It offers a variety of hands-on activities ranging from community theater and live concerts to an ever-changing schedule of exhibits.

Learn more about local history at the McLeod County Historical Society and Museum. It features the Les Kouba Gallery, Emanuel Albrecht Gallery and the Historical Gallery, which includes displays from the county’s nine towns.

Hutchinson is also home to the Wheel & Cog Children’s Museum. It offers an expanded hands-on, creative play for children, which inspires problem solving, science, leadership, collaboration, experimentation and lifelong learning.

Whether it’s a visit to the farmers market, checking out the Hutchinson Sculpture Stroll or viewing the pavers at Veterans Memorial Park, Hutchinson has no shortage of things to do.

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Above: One of the most popular attractions in Hutchinson is its holiday decorations. A “must see” is Library Square in downtown Hutchinson.

Right: On Memorial Day, family and friends place patriotic remembrances on the pavers of loved ones at Veterans Park of McLeod County in Hutchinson.

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MUSIC IN THE PARK

Hutchinson was built on a musical foundation. It was founded by the famous Singing Hutchinson Brothers in 1856. Since then, Hutchinson has offered a variety of musical performances throughout the year.

Among the most popular is Music in the Park, which attracts people of all ages takes place Mondays, June through August, at the city’s Library Square in downtown Hutchinson. The bands are a mix of musical genres. In addition to music, attendees can enjoy a social served by local nonprofit groups. Rain announcements are made by 4 p.m. Mondays on KDUZ 1260 AM and KARP 106.9 FM. For more information, call the Hutchinson Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism at 320-587-5252.

HUTCHINSON CONCERT ASSOCIATION

The Hutchinson Concert Association offers a variety of musical genres from instrumentalists to pop performers. It’s one of the best ways to experience concert hall entertainment locally. The Concert Association features three concerts each year. Thanks to a reciprocal agreement with the Glencoe Concert Association, members can attend the group’s three concerts for no additional cost six concerts for the price of three. For more information, visit hutchinsonconcert.weebly. com.

PUBLIC ARTS COMMISSION

European cities are known for their public art collections. Hutchinson has jumped on the bandwagon and features a collection of permanent and rotating pieces. The annual Hutchinson Sculpture Stroll features a variety of work ranging from realism to abstract expressionism. New work is installed during May and it’s on display for the next 12 months. The public is invited to vote for their favorite sculpture, with the winning artist earning a $500 cash prize and new in 2022 was the Judges’ Award. For more information, visit hutchinsonpublicarts.com.

HUTCHINSON CENTER FOR THE ARTS

Makers, creators and artists are welcome at the Hutchinson Center for the Arts. It’s home to partner organizations ranging from Crow River Singers and Historic Hutchinson to Crow River Youth Choir and No Lines Improv troupe. The art center was created on the premise that the arts in Hutchinson will be strengthened when art groups join together and share resources. The art center is home to exhibits, concerts, theater productions, meetings and more. For more information, call Molly Rivera, executive director, at 320-587-7278 or visit hutchinsonarts.org.

Historic Hutchinson: This local preservation group’s purpose is to restore, preserve and protect the living and structural history of the Hutchinson area. Current projects include the restoration of the historic Harry S. Merrill House, Episcopal Church, an annual living history cemetery tour, historic bus tours and the city’s Register of Historic Places. For more information, call the art center at 320-587-7278.

The Hutchinson Center for the Arts includes the following partner organizations:

Crow River Area Youth Orchestra: The organization is on hiatus with the hope of once again serving the youth of the Crow River area in the future. For more information, visit crayo.org.

Crow River Youth Choir: This afterschool activity is open to students

in grades fourth through sixth. For more information about the program email Judy Hoeft, director, at crow.river.youth.choir@gmail.com.

Crow River Singers: The community chorus offers people who love to sing an opportunity to share their talents with others. Two seasons are offered: fall and spring. For more information, call Holly Dapper, project director, at 320-587-0710 or email: hollymd55@hotmail.com.

Hutchinson Parks, Recreation and Community Education: This city of Hutchinson department facilitates art programs and partners with arts groups for the benefit of the greater Hutchinson area. For more information, call 320-5872975 or visit ci.hutchinson.mn.us/ parkrec.html.

Hutchinson Theatre Company: Started in 2002, the local community theater produces a range of shows from comedies and musicals to dramas. It also sponsors YoungStars, a special summer theater program for youth. For more information, call the art center at 320587-7278 or visit hutchtheatre.org.

Litchfield Area Male Chorus: Established in 1964, the all-male chorus rehearses at 7 p.m. Thursdays in the choir room at Litchfield High School. For more information, call the art center at 320-587-7278 or email LitchfieldMaleChorus@ hotmail.com.

Minnesota Pottery Festival: Launched in 2012, the festival brings together potters from across the United States. It attracts

the casual and serious buyer/collector. This year’s event will be July 24-25. It takes place outdoors at Masonic/West River Park along the scenic Crow River. For more information, call 320-587-2599 or visit mnpotteryfestival.com.

No Lines Improv Troupe was launched in 2016. Improv is defined as “a play with no lines.” The group performs a variety of skits that often call for audience participation. No Lines Improv has performed at the Hutchinson Center for the Arts, River House Kitchen + Drinks and for corporate functions. For more information, call the art center at 320-587-7278 or visit No Lines Improv Facebook page.

RiverSong Music Festival: This year marks the 15th annual twoday rain-or-shine outdoor event. One of the draws of the festival is the location. It takes place along the Crow River at Masonic/West River Park. For more information, call the art center at 320-587-7278 or visit riversongfestival.org.

HISTORY

MCLEOD COUNTY HISTORY MUSEUM

The McLeod County History Museum tells the story of the county’s nine cities. Other exhibits to visit include the Les Kouba Gallery, Emanuel Albrecht Gallery and the Historical Gallery, which includes displays from early McLeod County businesses. Interested in genealogy? Join the museum’s new genealogy group to investigate your family roots. Admission is free. For more information, visit the museum at 380 School Road N.W., Hutchinson, or call 320-587-2109.

HUTCHINSON HISTORY TOUR

Local preservation group Historic Hutchinson tells the story of the largest city in McLeod County through a driving/walking/cycling tour of its bricks-and-mortar assets. Past fundraisers have included narrated tours and special theater and musical performances. Discover Hutchinson’s history with the following tour of the town:

Ignite your creativity with an art class at the Hutchinson Center for the Arts. For a list of class offerings, visit hutchinsonarts.org or call 320-5877278.

Harry S. Merrill House, 225 Washington Ave. W., also known locally as the Harrington-Merrill House, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It is undergoing restoration through a joint public-and-private relationship between the city of Hutchinson and Historic Hutchinson. The house, built in 1858, is the oldest building in Hutchinson. It also ranks as one of the oldest buildings in McLeod County.

”Little House” at 405 Franklin St. S.W. is a oneand-a-half story brick Eastlake Cottage, with delicately sawed work on the front porch, was built in 1874.

Adams-Quast House, 406 Main St. S., has a stone foundation that was laid in 1901 and construction of the three floors started in the spring of 1902 under the direction of St. Paul architects O’Meyer and Thori.

Merton S. Goodnow House, 446 Main St. S., was built in 1913. This home was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1985, for its prairie-style architecture. It was designed by well-known architects Purcell and Elmslie, members of the “Prairie School of Architecture” with Frank Lloyd Wright.

Oakland Cemetery was established in 1857. It is owned and operated by the city of Hutchinson. Its name comes from the majestic oak trees that can still be found throughout the cemetery grounds.

William Davidson House, 345 Hassan St. S.E., Davidson built this house in 1889. Being a builder by trade would perhaps explain why it has such elaborate woodwork.

L. A. Ritter House, 325 Hassan St. S.E., has been lovingly restored. It was built in 1899 by Ludwig A. Ritter, a successful hardware store owner.

United States Post Of fice, 245 Main St. S., was dedicated in 1940, although it was not fully completed until May 17, 1941. With the exception of the front doors, windows and the addition of the enclosed dock, the main part of the structure has not changed.

Opera House, at the corner of Second Avenue and Main Street, was built in 1892 for $10,000.

Hutchinson Public Library, 50 Hassan St. S.E., was made possible by a $10,000 gift from Andrew Carnegie. In 1977, it was listed in the National Register of Historic Places. In 1985, a bond referendum for $750,000 allowed for the enlargement of the library.

State Theatre, 35 Washington Ave. E., was built during the Great Depression. After being closed for several years, the building was restored and reopened as a three-screen theater in 2005.

1920 Craftsman-style house, 490 Main St. N., has most of its original lighting and bathroom fixtures, plus hardwood floors, crown moldings and baseboards. When built, it had the modern convenience of a central vacuum system.

The Adams-Quast House along Main Street/ State Highway 15 is featured in Historic Hutchinson’s History Tour.

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Another Craftsman-style home, 16 Grove St. S., was built in 1913. The family room includes a coal-burning fireplace with a carved wooden front piece and mantle.

Christlieb House, 26 Grove St. S.W., was built in 1900 by Frank Brabec at 115 Jefferson St. S. In 1958, the McLeod County Historical Society purchased the home for $2,000 and used it as a museum. In 1981, the home was sold and moved to its present site.

Reiner-Hurt House, 28 Grove St. N.W., was built in 1891. The 17 1/2-inch walls were built of bricks made at the local Madsen Brick and Tile Co.

“Danish Castle,” 435 Washington Ave. W., was built by Jens Juul, a general contractor. For many years, an American flag and a Danish flag flew from a tall flagpole on the property.

Leonard Klammer House, 715 Harmony Lane, is one of three art deco-style buildings in Hutchinson.

Erickson-Voigt House, 740 Dale St., was built around the turn of the 20th century. Many changes have been made in the structure, but its original stained glass can be found in several rooms.

St. John’s Episcopal Church, 102 Second Ave. S.E., was built in 1892 at a cost of $1,900. Seating capacity was 175. The land was donated by D.A. Adams. the women of the church furnished and paid for the pews, carpet and organ at a cost of $340.

For more information, call the Hutchinson Center for the Arts at 320-587-7278. You can also “like” Historic Hutchinson on Facebook for updates, events and history of Hutchinson.

PARKS/RECREATION

HUTCHINSON PARKS

Hutchinson is known for its green space. Its highly regarded park system of 237.5 acres includes 41 parks, 22 playgrounds, 19 ball fields and more than 30 acres of prairie.

The city’s commitment to its greenspace can be traced back to the city’s founding fathers — John, Judson and Asa Hutchinson (a statue of the three brothers can be found in Library Square) — included three parks: the downtown public square, North and South parks in the original 640-acre city plat in 1855.

Hutchinson’s parks are the site of many of the city’s major events, such as the Hutchinson Jaycees Water Carnival in June, RiverSong

Music Festival and the Minnesota Pottery Festival in July and the annual Arts & Crafts Festival in September.

For those who like to plan ahead, Masonic/ West River Campground and city shelter reservations are available. To register, visit hutchinsonprce.com or call 320-587-2975.

COUNTY PARKS

McLeod County is home to six county parks totaling 571 acres. Two of those parks are regional facilities, which allow overnight camping. The other four parks are day parks. The six county parks of ficially open May 1 and close Oct. 1. The parks are open from 7 a.m. to sunset each day. Day parks: Stahl’s Lake Park is 5 miles northwest of Hutchinson on 230th Street. Swan Lake Park is 3 miles northwest of Silver Lake on Swan Lake Road. Wm. May Park is 2 miles southeast of Winsted on Zion Avenue. Buffalo Creek Park is 3 miles east of Glencoe on County Road 1. These parks all offer open spaces for activities, trails and a picnic shelter. For shelter reservations, call 320-484-4334.

Regional parks: Lake Marion Park is 6 miles south of Hutchinson along State Highway 15. It offers open space for activities, fishing piers, boat access, beach and picnic shelters. Reservations can be made by calling 320-328-4479. Piepenburg Park is 7 miles northwest of Hutchinson on

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Belle Lake Road. It offers open spaces for activities, fishing piers, boat access, beach and picnic shelters. Reservations can be made by calling 320-587-2082. Online camping reservations are now available at tinyurl.com/y9xgtbk2.

GOPHER CAMPFIRE CLUB WILDLIFE SANCTUARY

Whether you’re young or young at heart, the Gopher Campfire Club’s Wildlife Sanctuary year-round is a popular destination. The 25-acre site along the Crow River between Riverside Jaycee and Masonic/West River parks is home to geese, ducks, turkeys, swans and a number of deer. The Luce Line State Trail passes along the sanctuary’s river side. The site is managed by the Gopher Campfire Club, one of the state’s oldest conservation organizations.

LUCE LINE STATE TRAIL

The city’s extensive network of recreational trails are open year-round for walking, running and biking. Most trails have been constructed alongside streets when they are rebuilt. Hutchinson has been designated a Bicycle-Friendly Community because of this, and has made an investment in signage around the city.

The Luce Line State Trail also passes through the city. It was paved through McLeod in 2015

after a wait of more than 30 years. The trail stretches from Plymouth, a western Twin Cities suburb, to Meeker County’s Cosmos Park on Thompson Lake, about 18 miles west of Hutchinson.

CITY POOLS

The Hutchinson Family Aquatic Center at the Recreation Center, 900 Harrington St. S.W., opened in 2017. It features water slides, a zipline, a lazy river and various other water play features. Hutchinson also has the Jerry Carlson Pool available indoors at the Hutchinson Middle School, 1365 South Grade Road.

HUTCHINSON RECREATION CENTER

The Recreation Center, 950 Harrington St. S.W., is operated by Hutchinson’s Parks, Recreation and Community Education department. It is the epicenter for many recreational sports activities and leagues. The facility features a large, indoor multipurpose gym that hosts soccer, basketball, volleyball and more. For more information, call 320-587-2975 or visit hutchinsonmn.gov.

BURICH ARENA

Ice skaters can be found at Burich Arena, 900 Harrington St., across the parking lot from the Hutchinson Recreation Center. The building

accommodates two sheets of ice and is open for public skating, figure skating shows, youth hockey games, and is home to the Tigers boys and girls hockey teams.

When the ice isn’t in at Burich Arena, it is a multipurpose space that hosts wrestling tournaments, in-line skating, baseball and lacrosse training, and other dry-land training. For more information, visit For more information, hutchinsonmn.gov.

Anyone coming into the east side of Hutchinson via the Luce Line State Trail learns that it is 1.2 miles from Kimberly Park to downtown Hutchinson.

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A GUIDE TO HUTCHINSON PARKS ATTRACTIONS

1 — Shady Ridge: neighborhood park with play equipment and picnic table

2 — Woman’s Club: shelter picnic area and playground

3 — Miller Woods: a native prairie area with a half-mile loop summer walking trail, winter crosscountry ski trail in a restored oak savanna

4 — Rotary: one of Hutchinson’s larger playgrounds, shelter with large serving counter, paved halfmile trail around park and outdoor fitness equipment, restrooms

5 — Oddfellows: outdoor archery, picnic shelter, restrooms, play equipment along the Luce Line State Trail

6 — Roberts: four regulation softball/baseball fields, boat landing, restrooms, basketball court, sand volleyball, gravel trail through native tall grass prairie. Hutchinson Public Schools’ ecology site borders the east side of the park.

7 — AFS: a memorial park with various tree species, a statue and plaque remembering foreign exchange students

8 — Masonic/West River: showers, boat landing, restrooms, picnic area, sand volleyball, play equipment, shelters, RV and tent camping sites, permanent stage (available for rent), paddle sport equipment such as canoes, kayaks and stand-up paddle boards are available for rent in the summer months at the garage building on site

9 — Riverside Jaycee: horseshoe courts, restrooms, picnic area, play equipment, ball field, shelter and a native prairie area on the east end of the park

10 — Kiwanis: also known as Rocket Hill; play equipment, enclosed picnic shelter with restroom, snow sliding hill with warming house

11 — Eheim: scenic area north of dam with look-out pier and seating, statue of Little Crow

12 — Girl Scout/Gateway: scenic area south of dam with mass perennial plantings and seating benches, large mural painted on building with seating area

13 — Fireman’s: a memorial park honoring firefighters with sheltered picnic area, WPA fountain and bridge. New is the themed playground in 2022

14 — Kimberly: neighborhood park with play equipment and access to Luce Line State Trail on city’s east side

15 — North Woods: volleyball, restrooms, Little League fields, play equipment, enclosed picnic shelter

16 — Lions Park East: picnic area near State Highway 7 with play equipment

17 — Boy Scout: picnic area near State Highway 7 with a Boy Scout statue

18 — Old Bass Pond: natural area running parallel with the Crow River and Luce Line State Trail

19 — Tartan Park/VMF Field: fenced baseball field and top flight baseball fi eld (home to the

Hutchinson Huskies town team) with a sand volleyball court, playground, walking trail, skateboard park, picnic area and BMX terrain bike course

20 — North/Community Playground: tennis/pickle ball courts, separate pleasure and pond hockey ice rinks with warming house, extensive playground behind Park Elementary School

21 — South: 10-acre park with mature trees, three picnic shelters, restrooms, play equipment, 9-hole disc golf course available year-round

22 — Legion: along State Highway 15 South with a picnic shelter

23 — VFW: youth baseball field, play equipment, basketball court, picnic shelter, restroom -the park is adjacent to Oakland Cemetery

24 — Elks: picnic shelter, restrooms, recreational ball field, volleyball, extensive inclusive play equipment, along with off-street parking

25 — Linden: park is adjacent to the Hutchinson Family Aquatic Center/Recreation Center and two indoor ice rinks at Burich Arena, an outdoor paved walking path and two T-ball-sized ball fields

26 — Lions Park West: neigh-

borhood park with picnic table and play equipment

27 — Junior Community

Women: a neighborhood park with play equipment, area near high school with a basketball hoop and picnic tables

28 — Crow River Recreational Area: adjacent to Crow River and Luce Line State Trail with picnic areas

29 — McLeod County Veterans Memorial: a memorial park with a Walk of Honor, monuments, sculptures, large picnic shelter and restrooms

30 — Library Square: home of the 1904 Carnegie Library and site of an 1862 Dakota U.S. War stockade. Is used for many community activities; Dairy Days in June, summer Monday Music in the Park series and Arts & Crafts Festival in September. Contains a band stand for concerts and private events, center fountain and Hutchinson Brothers statues, along with other art pieces

31 — Rolling Meadows: small neighborhood park with playground equipment and single sunshade shelter

32 — Driftriders: a scenic outlook, sledding hill, 1/4-mile walking trail, picnic shelter, nature-theme playground

33 — Law Enforcement: a statue of a police of ficer honors those who have protected Hutchinson, including fallen of ficers

34 — Community Dog Park/ East River Park: The fenced in area offers space for both large and small dogs. The park is on the south side of Crow River, east of Depot Marketplace, home of the Hutchinson Farmers Market For more information about Hutchinson parks, call Sara Witte, parks manager, at 320234-4228.

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Above: Interested in learning about Hutchinson’s volunteer opportunities? Make plans to attend the Volunteer Hutchinson event, which features many local nonprofit groups. Watch for information in the Hutchinson Leader in print and online.

Right: Express your creativity by auditioning for Hutchinson Theatre Company 2023 productions. The season features “Little Shop of Horrors,” “Steel Magnolias” and “It’s a Wonderful Life Live Radio Play.” For more information, call the Hutchinson Center for the Arts at 320-587-7278.

JOIN, SERVE, LEARN OR RELAX ARE OPTIONS FOR ALL

Whether you want to be active or are looking for ways to relax, Hutchinson has a multitude of options to meet your interests. No matter what time of year it is, or what you love to do, there is always something happening in Hutchinson.

Enjoy helping others? Hutchinson offers a variety of fraternal organizations and service clubs that work to improve the community.

Feeling creative? Head to the Hutchinson Center for the Arts. It’s the local hub for “all things” art.

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Ready to hit the court for basketball or tennis? Check out the schedule at the Hutchinson Recreation Center.

Want to learn a new skill or hobby? Hutchinson offers many opportunities ranging from beekeeping and quilting to learning about the birds in the area.

Love the outdoors? Anglers look to Hutchinson-area lakes and the Crow River for fishing opportunities throughout the year.

As the saying goes, there’s much in Hutch. Follow your heart and find your dream.

BASEBALL

Batter up! is a popular phrase in Hutchinson. The sport has a long and strong tradition in Hutchinson, which spans generations from tee ball to amateur baseball, and everything between.

The Hutchinson Junior League Baseball Association organizes inhouse and travel teams for youth age 4 to 15. The HJLBA also works closely with Hutchinson Parks, Recreation and Community Education, or PRCE, which sponsors programs for children in preschool through second grade.

The Hutchinson Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 906 and the Hutchinson American Legion Post 96 field summer baseball teams for kids age 15 to 18. They play their home games on Veterans Memorial Field at Dave Mooney Baseball Complex.

For more information about the HJLBA, VFW and Legion baseball teams, go to hutchbaseball.com. Hutchinson is also home to the Huskies, a Class C amateur baseball team that also plays its home games at Veterans Memorial Field. The Huskies are part of the North Star League.

To learn more about Hutchinson’s amateur baseball team, visit leaguelineup.com.

SOFTBALL

Softball leagues from youth to adult are available from spring through summer.

The PRCE coordinates a youth softball program for kids in preschool through the fourth grade, and it partners with the Hutchinson Girls Softball Association to operate teams for girls in fifth grade or older.

Hutchinson is also a member of the Crow River Fastpitch League, which has teams for girls ages 10U through 18U. For more information, visit crowriverfastpitch.com. Adult softball leagues are also available through the Parks and Recreation Department, on the fi elds at Roberts Park. For more information about joining a league, call PRCE at 320-234-5636.

At their annual banquet Jan. 28, McLeod County Corn and Soybean Growers recognized the Paul Wright family as its Family of the Year. During the presentation, President Matt Miller mentioned the family’s support of the 4-H and FFA programs, hosting community groups such as Meghan’s Place, welcoming Hutchinson fourth graders each fall for “Farm Product and Safety Day,” hosting with Hutchinson FFA, Dancing Like the Stars 2B Continued fundraiser and their ongoing support of agriculture.

AQUATIC CENTER

If you’re looking for fun in the sun, the Hutchinson outdoor Aquatic Center at the Recreation Center is the place to be. It opened in the 2017 summer swim season and is part of the recreation complex at 900 Harrington St. S.W. It features water slides, a zipline, a climbing wall, diving boards, a lazy river and various other water amenities. Hutchinson also has the Jerry Carlson Pool available indoors at the Hutchinson Middle School, 1365 South Grade Road.

GOLF COURSES

Whether you’re a beginner or a pro, the Hutchinson area has a golf course to fit your needs:

Crow River Golf Club, 915 Colorado St. N.W., is Hutchinson’s oldest and most familiar course. The 18-hole, 6,820-yard course was formed in 1938 and winds amongst vast groves of tall trees in northwest Hutchinson. The CRGC also expanded its clubhouse in 2010 to allow it to host wedding receptions and other events of up to 300 people. For tee times or more information, call 320-587-3070 or visit crowrivergolf.com.

Oakdale Golf Club, 12 miles southwest of Hutchinson on County Road 38, offers a picturesque

view view of Lake Allie and a challenging 18-hole, par-72 course. The course also offers banquet facilities that can accommodate up to 125 people. For more information about tee times or more, call 320-5870525 or visit oakdalegolfclub.com.

Cokato Town and Country Club, off U.S. Highway 12 West in Cokato, is a 3,221-yard, nine-hole, par-36 course that opened in 1929. Call 320-286-2007 for tee times, or visit cokatogolf.com.

Glencoe Country Club, 1325 E. First St. in Glencoe, is an 18-hole, 6,094-yard course 15 miles southeast of Hutchinson. The course offers a pleasant and enjoyable gol fi ng experience for players of all handicaps. Call 320-864-3023 or visit glencoecountryclub.net for tee times.

Shadowbrooke Golf Course, at the intersection of State Highway 7 and McLeod County Road 1, is a challenging, 18-hole course 15 minutes east of Hutchinson. The course opened in 1993 and was designed by Joel Goldstrand, one of Minnesota’s foremost golf course architects. Call 320-395-4250 or visit shadowbrookegc.com for tee times.

Litchfield Golf Club, at 405 West Pleasure Drive in Litchfield,

is an 18-hole, par-70 course on the shores of Lake Ripley. The 6,398yard course was opened in 1927, and features rolling greens and tightly manicured fairways. Call 320-693-6059 or visit litch fi eldgolfcourse.com for tee times.

DISC GOLF COURSES

Ridgewater College, 2 Century Ave S.E., Hutchinson, along State Highway 15, hosts a nine-hole disc golf course. The 2,747-foot mostly flat course features permanent tee boxes and par signage, along with strategically placed trees.

Seventh-day Adventist Church, 820 Main St. N., Hutchinson, hosts a nine-hole disc golf course. It can be found in the campground on the north side of the church. The course features natural tees and the course is mostly flat with wooded areas.

South Park, at Fourth Ave. S.W., Hutchinson, is home to a nine-hole disc golf course. The 2,689-foot course features permanent tee boxes, par signage and varying hole locations, along with many mature trees and several blind tee shots.

BOWLING

Hutch Bowl, 1150 State Highway 7 W., Hutchinson, is a 16-lane bowling alley, which offers leagues almost every night of the week at every level. Open bowling is also available. Within the complex is Squeaky’s Grill and Bar, a popular place for a drink or bite to eat. The restaurant offers a full menu from appetizers to steaks. For more information, call 320-587-2352.

REC LEAGUES

Hutchinson Parks, Recreation and Community Education offers opportunities for recreational sports leagues at all levels, and in many different sports. Stop by the Rec Center, 900 Harrington St. S.W., and grab a copy of the latest PRCE brochure, printed three times a year, April, August, and October, which lists all the activities available. For more information, call 320-587-2975. The brochure is also online and can be viewed at hutchinsonprce.com.

ICE SKATING

If you like the feeling of ice under your feet, lacke up your skates because there are plenty of opportunities at Hutchinson’s Burich Arena, 950 Harrington St. S.W.

Burich Arena features two sheets of indoor ice and hosts public skating, figure skating and hockey for all ages. For more information or a schedule of available skating times, call Burich Arena at 320-234-5640 or go to hutchhockey.com.

ADAPTIVE RECREATION

The city of Hutchinson’s weekly activity program for teens and adults with disabilities meets September through May, with occasional summer events, at the Hutchinson Event Center, 1005 State Highway 15 S. To receive a free monthly calendar, call 320-234-5656. Events also are listed in the Hutchinson Parks, Recreation and Community Education brochure published three times a year by the city of Hutchinson.

SPECIAL OLYMPICS

Hutchinson School District 423 partners with Special Olympics of Minnesota to provide an athletic program for youth with intellectual disabilities. Students age 8 to 21 who attend Hutchinson public schools are eligible to participate. Sports offered include bowling in the fall, basketball during the winter season and track and field in the spring. A participation fee is charged. Scholarships are available. For more information, call Mona Hjerpe, head coach, at 320-510-1234.

Also offered is the Hutchinson Area Storm Special Olympics. Volunteer opportunities are available for coaches, management team members and games management team members. Sports offered include bowling from August through November. Basketball takes place from January through March followed by track and field, which begins in March. For more information, visit somn.org.

ATHLETIC ORGANIZATIONS

Hutchinson Figure Skating Association hutchfigureskating.org

Hutchinson High Tides Swim Club teamunify.com/team/mnhht/page/home hutchhightides@gmail.com

Hutchinson Hockey Association hutchhockey.com

Hutchinson Junior League Baseball Association hutchbaseball.com hutchtigerbaseball@gmail.com

Hutchinson Junior Olympic Volleyball Association hutchinsonjovolleyball.org hutchjovolleyball@gmail.com

Hutchinson Special Olympics, Hutchinson District 423 program Karen Lerfald, head of delegation 320-234-2618

Hutchinson Area Special Olympics somn.org

If you’re looking for summer fun, head to Hutchinson’s Aquatic Center. It’s outdoor fun for all ages.

Hutchinson Tennis Association htowntennis.org

Hutchinson United Soccer Association hutchsoccer.com

Hutchinson Youth Basketball Association hutchinsonyba.com hutchinsonyba@gmail.com

Hutchinson Wrestling Club hutchinsonwrestling@yahoo.com

Hutchinson Lacrosse Association hutchlax.com

CLUBS/ORGANIZATIONS

Brownton Rod and Gun Club browntonrodandgunclub@gmail.com

Cedar Mills Gun Club cedarmillsgunclub.com

Christian Deer Hunters Association Tom Rakow, 320-583-3236 christiandeerhunters.org

The Hutchinson Figure Skating Association offers coaching, classes and competitions for students. It also hosts the annual ice skating show in partnership with Hutchinson Parks, Recreation and Community Education.

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LEISURE

Crow River Sno Pro’s crowriversnopros@crowriversnopros.com; crowriversnowpros.org

Gopher Campfire Conservation Club 320-587-4858 gophercampfire.com

Hutchinson Shotokan Karate Club

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Little Crow Disc Golf Club littlecrowdgc@gmail.com facebook.com/littlecrowdiscgolf

Luce Line Trail Association luceline.com 507-359-6067

McLeod County Pheasants Forever mcleodpf.org

ABATE, American Bikers for Awareness, Training and Education Pops Latham, 320-221-0953

Civil Air Patrol hutchinson.mncap.org

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Friends of the Hutchinson Public Library 320-587-2368

Heatwole Threshing Association

Corey Henke, 320-587-9143 facebook.com/heatwolethreshing

Hutchinson Garden Club facebook.com/groups/HutchinsonGardenClub

Hutchinson Public Library

Reading Groups

Katy Hiltner, head librarian, 320587-2368 hutchinson.lib.mn.us

Hutchinson Toastmasters II h2tm.org

CIVIC ORGANIZATIONS

BPO Elks & Does 320-587-3116 hutchelks2427@ gmail.com hutchelks2427.org/

Today’s Women of Hutchinson facebook.com/Todays-Women of Hutchinson

Hutchinson Area Women of Today facebook.com/hutchinsonareawomenoftoday

Hutchinson Jaycees info@hutchinsonjaycees.org hutchinsonjaycees.org

Hutchinson Kiwanis Club 320-587-4498 HutchinsonKiwanis@gmail.com

Hutchinson Lions facebook. com/groups/636280589897837

Hutchinson Rotary Club hutchinsonrotary.org

Independent Order of Odd Fellows, Hassan Valley Lodge 109 facebook. com/Hassan-Valley-Lodge109-IOOF-271293383334771/

Knights of Columbus kc4797.mnknights.org

McLeod County Corn and Soybean Growers facebook. com/groups/1534471553508467

McLeod County Fair Association 320-587-2499

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Hosted by the Christian Deer Hunters Association, the annual Big Little Hunting and Fishing Expo at the McLeod County Fairgrounds in Hutchinson conducted its first facial hair contest in 2022. The contest returned in 2023, with judges selecting the best beard, partial beard and moustache competition.

WORSHIP DIRECTORY

ASSEMBLY OF GOD

Riverside Church: 20924 State Highway 7, Hutchinson 320-587-2074; website: riversidehutch.org; Sunday: 9:30 a.m. morning worship service; CR (Celebrate Recovery) 6:30-8 p.m. Mondays; Arnold Allison, lead pastor; Tim Dezelske, children’s pastor

BAPTIST

Hunters Ridge Community: 850 School Road S.W., Hutchinson; 320587-8374; website: huntersridgecommunitychurch.org; Sunday: 10 a.m. in-person worship service; Howard Anderson, pastor

CrossPoint Church: 1215 Roberts Road, 320-587-2668; website: cphutch.church; email: connect@cphutch.church. Join in Sundays 9 a.m.and 10:30 a.m. in person or live stream at cphutch.chutch. Sunday school for kids and youth 9 a.m. Nursery available for both services. Services can also be viewed 4 p.m. Sundays and 9 a.m. Wednesdays on HCVN Cable 10/ Mediacom 8 or 107.3/Nuvera 10 and 910HD. Rick Stapleton, senior pastor; Matt Troyer, pastor of groups and outreach; Adam Krumrie, worship pastor and Gina Plotz, kids director

Shepherd’s Fold Baptist: 705 Fifth Ave. S.W., Hutchinson 320- 2343794; website: shepherdsfoldbc.org; Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Sunday school; 10:45 a.m. and 6 p.m. worship services; Wednesday: 6 p.m. evening service; Dr. Lance T. Ketchum, senior pastor

Hutchinson youth discover the joy of service while participating in HAY Ministries’ annual Trick or Treat for the Food Shelf. This program has been going strong since the 1990s.

BUDDHIST

North Star Dharma Refuge: website: northstardharma.org; 320-455-7607; Offering Zen meditation and practice; Bennet Laraway, pastor

CATHOLIC

St. Anastasia Catholic: 460 Lake St., Hutchinson; 320-5876507; website: stanastasia.net; Mass: 4:30 p.m. Saturday and 7:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. Sunday. Weekday Mass is 5 p.m. Monday and Wednesday; 7 a.m. Tuesday and Friday; and 9 a.m. Thursday; Paul Wolf pastor

Church of the Holy Family Catholic: 710 Main St. W., Silver Lake; 320-327-2356; website: holyfamilysilverlake.org; Masses: Saturday: 4 p.m., Sunday: 8 a.m.; Matthew Wiering, pastor, and John Hayes, associate pastor

St. Boniface Catholic: 551 Main St., Stewart. Mass is 6:30 p.m. Saturday; Paul Wolf, pastor

CONGREGATIONAL

Brownton Congregational Church: Conservative Congregational Christian Conference; Division Street and Fifth Avenue North, Brownton; 320-583-2117; website: browntoncongregational. org. Sunday: 10:30 a.m. worship service. Merline Duering, pastor

St. John’s Church (Biscay): Conservative Congregational Christian Conference; 13372 Nature Ave., Hutchinson; 320-5875104. Sunday: 9:15 a.m. Sunday School; 10:30 a.m. worship service. Robert Taylor, pastor

COVENANT

Lake Jennie Evangelical Covenant: 18531 705th Ave., Dassel; 320-275-3233; Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Sunday school; 10:45 a.m. worship service. Douglas Pierce, pastor

Oak Heights Covenant Church : 1398 South Grade Road, Hutchinson; 320-587-8483;

website: oakheights.org; Sunday:

9 a.m. Sunday school for all ages;

9:50 a.m. coffee and fellowship and 10:10 a.m. worship service. Steve Larson, pastor

EPISCOPAL

Good Courage Farm (an Episcopal agrarian ministry): 21161 York Road, Hutchinson; website: goodcourage.farm; email: info@goodcourage.farm; Kerri Meyer, pastor

Trinity Episcopal Church: 3 E. Fourth St., Litchfield; 320693- 6035; email: trinityepiscopalitchfield@gmail.com; Sunday: 10:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist

EVANGELICAL FREE

Hutchinson Evangelical Free Church: Park View Plaza, 1020 State Highway 7 W.; 320-2345979; website: hutchefree.org; email: info.hefc@gmail.com; Sunday: worship service at 10 a.m. Mike Giesenhagen, pastor

FULL GOSPEL

Maranatha House of Prayer: 335 Adams St. S., Hutchinson; 320-587-3557; Friday: 7:30 p.m. Bible study and Christian healing prayer service. Freddie and Shantha Macden, pastors

LATTER-DAY SAINTS

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints: 770 School Road N.W., Hutchinson; 320-5875665; Sunday: 10 a.m. sacrament meeting, 11 a.m. Sunday school; Thad Larson, branch president

LUTHERAN

Christ the King: LCMC 1040 South Grade Road, Hutchinson; 320-587-2776; website: ctkhutch.com; Saturday: 6:30 p.m. worship service; Sunday: 8:15 a.m. traditional worship service and 10:45 a.m. contemporary worship service. Stream services live from ctkhutch.com/ live. Brian Nehring and Steve Olcott, pastors

Faith Lutheran Church: LCMC 335 Main St. S., Hutchinson; 320-587-2093; website: faithlc.com; email office @faithlc. com; Sunday: 8 a.m. First Word worship service; 9 a.m. Education Hour; 10:10 a.m. simultaneous Sanctuary and Foundation services. Scott Grorud and Dave Wollan, pastors

Grace Evangelical Lutheran: WELS 430 Fifth Ave. S.W., Hutchinson; 320-587-3051; website: gracelutheranhutch.org; Sunday: 9 a.m. worship service; Saturday: 7 p.m. worship service (runs September-May). Greg Tobison, pastor

Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran: WELS 20882 Walden Ave., Acoma Township, Hutchinson; 320-587-4857 Sunday: 10 a.m. in-person worship; Monday: 7 p.m. in-person worship; Eugene DeVries, pastor

Our Savior’s Lutheran: LCMS 800 Bluff St. N., Hutchinson; 320587-3318; Sunday: 9 a.m. worship with communion; 10:15 a.m. education hour; Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. midweek worship. Kevin Oster, pastor

Peace Lutheran: LCMS 400 Franklin St. S.W., Hutchinson; 320-587-3031: website: plchutch.org; Saturday: 6:30 p.m. worship in sanctuary; Sunday: 8:30 a.m. worship in sanctuary; 9:30-10:25 a.m. Sunday school and Bible study with the Rev. Asher; 9:40 -10:20 a.m. Bible study with the Rev. Meyer; 10:30 a.m. contemporary worship service in Peace Center. Glenn Meyer, interim pastor

River of Hope Lutheran: ELCA Outreach Church Hutchinson Event Center, 1005 State Highway 15 S.; 320-587-4414; website: riverofhopehutchinson.org. Sunday: in-person worship 10:30 a.m., with virtual service on Facebook Live. Hans Peterson, pastor

St. John’s Lutheran: LCMS 60929 110th St., Hutchinson; 320587-4853; Sunday: 9 a.m. worship; 10:15 a.m. Sunday school and Bible class. David Markworth, pastor

St. Paul’s Lutheran Church: 300 Croyden St., Stewart; 320562-2352; website: godscall101. org; Sunday: 10 a.m. worship; Mahlon Bekedam, interim pastor

Looking for a place to host a small wedding or gathering? How about the historic St. John’s Episcopal Church, 105 Second Ave. S.E. in downtown Hutchinson? It’s available for rent at $50 per hour.

Zion Evangelical Lutheran: WELS 16496 Vale Ave., 320-Hutchinson ; 320-587-6138; Sunday: 8:45 a.m. worship. Eugene DeVries, pastor

PENTECOSTAL

Apostolic Lighthouse Church: 560 Adams St., Hutchinson; Sunday: 10 a.m. worship service; Jonathan Barcus, pastor

PRESBYTERIAN

Faith Presbyterian: 108 W. Main, Silver Lake; 320-327-2452; website:fa ithpresbyterianchurchofsilverlake.org. Sunday: 10 a.m. worship service followed by coffee hour.

Beginning Wednesday, Sept. 28, the church will offer WOW (Worship on Wednesday) Christian education classes at 5:45 p.m. The next contemporary service will be 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 5. Laura Messer, pastor

SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST

Hutchinson Seventh-day Adventist Church: 820 Main St. N., Hutchinson; Hutchinson; 320-587- 6054; website: hutchsda.com; Saturday: 9:45 a.m. Sabbath school; 11 a.m. worship service. Abner Aguilar, pastor

UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST

New Journey United Church of Christ: 31 Fourth Ave. S.W., Hutchinson; 320-587- 2125; go to website: newjourneyucc.org to see how we worship on Sundays at 10 a.m.; Jill Warner, pastor

UNITED METHODIST

Bethlehem United Methodist: 665 Miller Ave. S.W., Hutchinson; 320587- 3312; website: growatbethlehem.church; email: growatbethlehem@ gmail.com; Sunday: 9 a.m. in-person worship and live-streaming worship; Randy Koppen, pastor.

Vineyard United Methodist: 1395 South Grade Road SW, Hutchinson; 320-587-2200; website: vineyardchurchhutchinson.org; email: of fi ce@ vineyardchurchhutchinson.org; Sunday: 9:30 a.m. worship service: inperson and live streaming on Facebook and YouTube; Jim and Sara Hein, pastors

OTHER

Foundation Church: meets at 9:30 a.m. Sunday at the Hutchinson Middle School; mailing address: P.O Box 662, Hutchinson, MN 55350; 320-552-3047; email: foundationchurchhutch@gmail.com.

Hutchinson Church of God: 800 Grove St. S.W., Hutchinson; 320894-1137; website: hutchinsonchurchofgod.org. Sunday: 10 a.m. worship service.

River Church Hutchinson: 18358 203rd St., Hutchinson; 320281-9686; website: wwwriverhutchinson.com. Worship services are 10 a.m. Sunday and 7 p.m. Wednesday. David and Julia Blair, pastors.

Harvest Mission Fellowship: Days Inn, 1000 State Highway 7 W., Hutchinson; website: HarvestMissionFellowship@HMFHutchMN Facebook; Sunday worship at 10:30 a.m.; Mark McCalib, pastor

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LIVING

HUTCHINSON IS A

WELCOMING COMMUNITY

Hutchinson’s Hometown” is the moniker of the Hutchinson Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism. It’s the perfect tagline because it offers the best of small town America with modern amenities. In Hutchinson, numerous opportunities are available for worship, recreation, and community engagement making it easy to find that connection. Even the city’s many choices for education are enhanced by investments from government and local businesses.

In addition to one of the state’s best performing public schools, two charter public schools offer additional options to families, as do parochial schools for all age groups.

Many local high school students take classes at Ridgewater College, as do numerous other traditional students in more

than 100 education programs. And there is Hutchinson Community Education and the University of Minnesota Extension service as well.

Common Cup Ministry, Hunger Free McLeod and United Community Action Partnership are there to support local families and provide an array of services to help in hard times. The community’s many churches serve people of several faiths and denominations. Older residents may want to check out the Hutchinson Senior Center, which offers recreational opportunities for those age 55 or older.

It may sound pat, but there’s truly something for everyone in Hutchinson. Whether you’re interested in helping others, helping animals, or helping to improve land and water, there’s much in Hutch.

Above: Ridgewater President Craig Johnson shares a laugh with student Liana LeDoux of Glencoe during Welcome Day.

Right: Hutchinson’s older citizens can kick up their heels at a weekly line dancing session at the VFW. It’s one of many programs offered at the Hutchinson Senior center.

EDUCATION

Hutchinson School District 423 is administered by a six-member board. Members are generally elected to staggered four-year terms. Meetings take place at 5:30 p.m. on the second Monday of each month at Hutchinson City Center, 111 Hassan St. S.E.

New Century Academy is a grade 7-12 public school with a new building and gym at the corner of School Road and South Grade Road, 950 School Rd. S.W, Hutchinson. New Century is a STEAMcertified (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) school with a comprehensive list of activities. Jason Becker is director. Call 320-234-3660, or visit newcenturyacademy.com.

New Discoveries Montessori Academy is a public charter school for kindergarten through eighth grade. It employs American Montessori-certi fi ed teachers to implement a hands-on, developmentally appropriate curriculum in multi-age classrooms with two or more teachers, and additional learning environments at 1000 Fifth Ave. S.E., Hutchinson. Kirsten Kinzler is executive director. Call 320-234-6362, or visit newdis coveries.org.

year, Maplewood has campuses in Hutchinson, Minnetonka and Maplewood. Principal is Jeremy Everhart; serves about 100 students in grade 9-12. Phone: 320-587-2830. Website: maplewoodacademy.org.

Northwoods Elementary

School: 95 Academy Lane N.W., Hutchinson, Principal is Jamie Madden. The private school serves about 50 students in a multi-grade classroom for grades pre-kindergarten-8. Phone: 320-243-5994.

TIGERPATH ACADEMIES

Hutchinson High School has teamed up with Ridgewater College, Hutchinson’s Economic Development Authority, the Hutchinson Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism and numerous local businesses and manufacturers to provide more hands-on opportunities for students to learn.

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District 423 Central Of fice: 30 Glen St. N.W. Superintendent is Dan Deitte. Phone: 320-587-2860. Fax: 320-587-4590. Website: isd423.org.

West Elementary: 875 School Road S.W. Principal is Bailey Rettmann; serves grades K-1. Phone: 320-587-4470.

Tiger Elementary: 805 School Road S.W. Principal is Mike Daugs; serves grades 2-3. Phone: 320587-1122

Park Elementary: 100 Glen St. S.W. Principal is Dan Olberg; serves grades 4-5. Phone: 320587-2837.

Hutchinson Middle School: 1365 South Grade Road. Principal is Brenda Vatthauer; serves grades 6-8. Phone: 320-587-2854.

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Roberts Road S.W. Principal is Jennifer Telecky; serves grades 9-12. Phone: 320-587-2151.

Crow River Area Learning Center: Classrooms are in the Hutchinson High School and Hutchinson Middle School. Director is Timothy Singer-Towns; provides an alternative to the traditional classroom for grades 6-12. Qualified students learn in small classroom settings or by independent study. Day and evening classes are available. Phone: 320-234-2692.

Transition Assistance Program: 145 Glen St. S.W. The Transition Assistance Program, or TAP, is a Hutchinson Public Schools educational program for young adults with disabilities ranging in age from 18 to 21. TAP is community-based, emphasizing work experience and independent living skills. Phone: 320-234-2645.

Immanuel Lutheran School and Children of Grace Preschool: 20917 Walden Ave., Hutchinson, in Acoma Township. The private school offers five-day kindergarten and a pre-school beginning at age 3 with three teachers: Brian Gephart, Kristi Utsch and Mallory Eckstrand. The school celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2018. Phone: 320-587-4858. E-mail: ilschool@hutchtel.net. Website: mmanuelhutch.com.

St. Anastasia Catholic School: 400 Lake St. S.W., Hutchinson. Principal is Betty Jodzio. The private school serves about 120 students in grades K-6. Phone: 320-587-2490. Website: stanastasiaschool.com. Emails: info@stanastasia.net, secretary@stanastasia.net, principal@stanastasia.net.

Maplewood Academy: 700 Main St. N., Hutchinson, Maplewood Academy is a Seventh-day Adventist high school that offers board and day school options. The academy is open to all students in the Hutchinson area and is accredited by the North Central Association and the National Council of Private School Accreditation. Starting with the 2012-13 school

Mentoring opportunities are growing, and the school is always looking for more partners and experimenting with new class ideas.

Hutchinson High School offers TigerPath Academies, where students can take classes of increasing dif ficulty and explore the skills and experiences of various careers.

The STREAM Academy covers mechatronics, construction, engineering, automotive, renewable energy, manufacturing, design and agriculture careers.

Sci Hi Academy covers science, health, medical, biological, therapy and fitness careers.

Business Academy covers business, graphic design, marketing and finances.

Human Services Academy covers nonprofit work, the armed forces, education, teaching, child care, social services, law enforcement and community service.

Local partners — mostly area businesses — put forward funding for the Center for Technical Excellence, which sits at the heart of a new education wing. The new CTE area will help the school launch a Tiger Manufacturing program to teach students how to manage a business and deliver service.

Head to hutchtigerpath.com for more information, and to learn

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BARNARD Chair 320-583-0094

MICHAEL MASSMANN Director

GARRETT LUTHENS Director

SARA POLLMANN Treasurer 320-583-4281

DANNY OLMSTEAD Director

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about ways to offer mentorship opportunities, or contact Andrea Moore, TigerPath coordinator, at 320-234-2658.

NEWSPAPERS IN EDUCATION

Hutchinson-area students are now learning from the only local text-

book that’s updated twice a week. In 2008, the Hutchinson Leader, with help from more than 15 local businesses, civic groups and individuals, launched Newspapers in Education. The program provides more than 700 free newspapers each week as a tool of instruction to local schools.

Through the program, students are using newspapers to develop their reading ability, increase their social awareness, build character, and enrich their civic education.

Newspapers in Education is an international program started in 1955 to advance the use of newspapers in schools. Researchers claim the program improves reading, spelling and writing abilities in students.

Teachers participating in the program visit the Hutchinson Leader’s website for age-speci fi c lesson plans to use with the newspapers the school receives. The free lesson plans are developed by teachers for teachers.

For more information about Newspapers in Education, call the Leader at 320-753-3635.

EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES

Ridgewater College: 2 Century Ave. S.E., Hutchinson. This is a community/technical college with campuses in Hutchinson and Willmar serving about 5,500 students each year. More than 100 educational programs enable students to earn the first two years of a four-year degree or train for

a career fi eld in one of dozens of technical programs. Ridgewater also offers customized training and continuing education services. Phone 320-234-8500. Website: ridgewater.edu.

University of Minnesota Extension: Hutchinson-area residents have access to education and information resources through the McLeod County Extension Of fice. The of fi ce, managed in cooperation with the University of Minnesota, is at the McLeod County Fairgrounds.

The McLeod County 4-H program and McLeod County Master Gardener Program are coordinated through the local office, which is the front door to Extension and its programs. Extension education on agricultural production is also coordinated through the Hutchinson office. To reach U of M Extension McLeod County: Visit 840 Century Ave. S.W., Hutchinson; call: 320-484-4334; email: ande9495@umn.edu; or visit: extension.umn.edu.

HUTCHINSON-AREA FOUNDATIONS

Hutchinson Area Community Foundation: hutchinsonfoundation.org

Hutchinson Health Foundation: Rachael Gemuenden, executive director; 320-4844443; website: hutchinsonhealthfoundation.org

Independent School District 423 Foundation: Tiffany Meuleners, chairman, 952-2703589; website: www.isd423. org/district/servicesresources/ foundation/

I.J. Burich Family Foundation: Citizens Bank; 320-234-0620

Ridgewater College Foundation: Kelly Magnuson, executive director; 320-222-6094; website: ridgewater.edu/alumniand-friends/ridgewater-collegefoundation

Southwest Initiative Foundation: Scott Marquardt, president; 320-587-4848; website: swifoundation.org

OLDER CITIZEN SERVICES

Hutchinson Senior Center: The city of Hutchinson-sponsored senior center is in Hutchinson Event Center, 1005 State Highway 15 S. It offers activities, services, tours and recreational opportunities for people 55 or older. Hours are 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. To keep up-to-date with what’s going on at the center, seniors can subscribe to a newsletter. For more information, call 320-234-5656.

Senior Dining: Noon meals are available at Evergreen Apartments, 115 Jefferson St. S.E. and at Park Towers, 133 Third Ave. S.W. both in Hutchinson. The cost for a registered person age 60 or

older is a suggested donation of $5 to $8.55 per meal. No one age eligible will be turned away due to the inability to give a donation. To make a reservation at Evergreen Apartments, call 320-587-6029; at Park Towers, call 320-587-2559.

Hutchinson Hot Meals on Wheels: 320-484-4570 for meals; 320-587-6067 to volunteer

SUPPORT SERVICES

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Greater Twin Cities:

Common Cup Ministry: Bev Bonte, executive director; 320587-2213;

Crow River Habitat for Humanity: Bayley Schluter, executive director; 320-587-8868; crhfh.org

Equul Access: Marsha Anderson, executive director; 320-234-7895;

United Community Action Partnership: 320-587-5244; website unitedcapmn.org

Heart of Minnesota Animal Shelter: 320-234-9699;

Hunger Free McLeod: website: hungerfreemcleod.org

Hutchinson Ministerial Association: The Rev. Steve Olcott, Christ the King Lutheran Church, 320-587-2776, and the Rev. Dave Wollan, Faith Lutheran Church, 320-587-2093

McLeod Alliance 320-234-7933;

McLeod Emergency Food Shelf: Hutchinson: 498 Hwy. 7 E. 320-587-4796; Glencoe: 808 E. 12th St., 320-864-2088

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United Way of McLeod County: connet@unitedwaymcleodcounty.org; unitedwaymcleodcounty.org

READY TO CAST YOUR LINE? 2023 FISHING OUTLOOK

By TANNER STEVENS Hutchinson DNR Fisheries Management Area

By all accounts the 2022 fishing season was a very good one in the Hutchinson area. With good reports from many area lakes, it’ll be a tough one to top.

For 2023 the biggest question will be how the drought and extensive snow affect the lakes. It

is likely that some smaller ponds will have some winterkill, but most larger lakes should be fi ne. The opener will again be later with fishing starting on May 13. Right now, it’s unknown what kind of spring and ice out we’ll have as it’s been a mild winter, so far except for the snow.

Fishing prospects in 2023 should be good. Collinwood has the potential to be the top lake in

the area based on a nice year class coming of age and great fishing last year. Otherwise, walleye fishing should be steady at several lakes. Bass fishing should be as good as always, but anglers should be advised that bass fishing has seen a rise in popularity during the past few years and subsequently many popular lakes can be very busy most weekends.

This is a great opportunity to try

a new lake, fish during the week, or fish for different species. The Minnesota River in the southern part of the Hutchinson DNR fisheries management area is always great for getting away from others and catching something unique.

Walleye: Last year Belle and Collinwood were the top lakes in the area for walleye. Both had good bites all year. This good fishing

Spending time on the water, enjoying all that nature has to offer and catching fish is pretty awesome, but there’s something even better — hooking someone new, especially a young person, on the joys of fishing.

should continue with new crops of fish coming up. Last year was also excellent on both lakes for young of year production, so the future is bright. Marion last year was its typical self where there’s a ton of fish, but there’s lots to eat. The bite can be tough at times. Similar to Collinwood last year, the DNR will be tagging walleye in Lake Marion as part of a new study looking at genetics and angler harvest. If you catch a tagged walleye in Marion, call, or email the Hutchinson DNR office and report the catch. Big Swan Lake is another great walleye resource in the area. It’s been a hot lake the last few years, and that should continue for a while. One lake that bounced back recently was Washington. Net catches have been down for a while, but they’ve rebounded, and people should be able to find some fish to catch. Fishing next door at Stella

and Manuella should also be good. A final strong walleye candidate is Lake Minnie-Belle. Minnie-Belle is unique for the area and reminiscent of the northern woods with its clear waters and abundance of rooted aquatic plants. It can have some good walleye fishing, but anglers may need to mix up their strategies as Minnie-Belle is clearer than many other area lakes.

Bass: While Washington and Stella get most of the top press for Hutchinson area bass fishing, there are many other lakes in the area that are just as good. For numbers of bass, Minnie-Belle, Francis and Manuella can provide some high number days. For those looking for a wall hanger, Jennie and Greenleaf both have the potential of 6-poundplus fish. For a combination of both size and number Erie, Spring and Long by Dassel can all be good. To

get away from the crowds head to Dunn’s, Richardson and Stahl’s are all good. Smallmouth bass are currently only in Stella, Manuella, Washington and Big Swan. All four lakes are great bets to hook up with a bronzeback. The majority of lakes in the Hutchinson area offer great bass fishing. Anglers should have their pick of both numbers and size with the variety of lakes.

Sunfi sh: Two of the top sun fi sh lakes in the area would be the same ones with special regulations enacted in 2022. Minnie-Belle and Ripley both have 5 fish bag limits in order to increase the number of quality fish anglers catch. Naturally both these lakes are a good starting place for looking for quality fi sh. The top sunfish lake in the area however may be Francis by Kingston. There is a combination of both good size and numbers.

Otherwise, Jennie and Washington are both great lakes for anglers to take a shot at getting a true trophy 10-inch bluegill. Historically Jennie has produced the most 10-inch bluegill during surveys going back to 1993. Washington is also a great place to look for big bluegill; many large bluegill were seen during spring nettings in 2017 and 2019. Because of their direct connection, Stella is also a good option for big bluegills. Clear by Watkins is also another top sunfish lake in the area. Stahls is the best local option for numbers of small sun fish to keep the kids busy. In addition, several lakes in the area have good sunfish populations. Anglers are reminded that selective harvest is a great way to get a meal and preserve great panfishing by releasing large sunfish to spawn and in particular males that are important for nest guarding and passing down

For the scoop on fishing in Minnesota, turn to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. For the answers to all your questions, visit dnr.state.mn.us/fishing/index.html.

A boat heads out from the staging area after its number is called Saturday morning on Lake Ripley at the start of the Litchfield Watercade fishing tournament.

2023 Minnesota Walleye Stamp by Melissa Mickelson of Minneapolis.

parental male genetics. Releasing the biggest sunfish and keeping 7-inch and 8-inch fish can preserve large sunfish opportunities for years to come.

Crappie: The Hutchinson area can offer some good crappie fishing for people looking for something for the frying pan. Belle and Swan Lake are traditional spots for many local anglers. Clear by Watkins also has been good for several years now. For anglers looking for true giants, MinnieBelle has the largest crappies in the area. Those anglers chasing big crappies on Minnie-Belle should be warned, they can be difficult to find. Washington and Stella are two lakes that can offer a little in between with both

size and numbers. As always, Dunn’s and Richardson lakes are historically good crappie lakes and should continue to offer good crappie fishing into the future. Anglers may also encounter white crappie at either Dunn’s or Richardson. Finally, Clear Lake by New Ulm and Hanska are great options in the southern part of the Hutchinson DNR management area and may have some of the best crappie fishing for both size and numbers

Northern Pike: The top northern pike fishing opportunity in the Hutchinson area for largesized fish has to be Minnie-Belle. Minnie-Belle has had a protective slot limit of 24 inch to 36 inch for more than 20 years now and as a

result the size structure in MinnieBelle is tremendous for a large fish opportunity. There is potential for fish more than 40 inches at Minnie-Belle. Stella is another lake that anglers have the potential of a 40-inch fish. Anglers may not catch large numbers of fish, but the fish they do will likely be a quality size. Jennie and Collinwood also have some very nice fish, but also enough to keep you busy. For numbers of pike regardless of size, Francis and Round by Litchfield are both safe bets.

Other species: Other options in the Hutchinson area include Little Mud Lake by Watkins for rainbow trout. Rainbows are stocked every spring and fall. Betty, Marion, and Swan Lake are all places anglers

can target channel cat fish. In addition, the Minnesota River is a great place for both channel cat fish and flathead catfish. Otter Reservoir in Hutchinson is a great option for people to catch almost anything, especially with an abundance of shore fishing opportunities. Fort Ridgley, Spring (Hindeman), Ramsey, and Seven Mile creeks are all opportunities to catch stream trout in the Hutchinson area. All four streams are stocked in the spring with both rainbow and brown trout, except for Seven Mile, which is only stocked with brown trout.

For more information, email Tanner Stevens, Hutchinson DNR Fisheries Management Area, at tanner.stevens@state.mn.us, or call 320-753-0343.

The DNR manages several investments in McLeod County, including fishing piers and lake access points. One such location is this water access point on Todd Lake.

SAVOR LOCAL FOOD, WINE AND BEER

Everyone has to eat! Right? So what better place to dine than Hutchinson? When it comes to food options, there are many. Hutchinson offers a variety of dining choices including drive-thru fast food, sit-down restaurants and an array of ever-changing food trucks. Top off your meal with a glass of wine made locally at Crow River Winery or with a beer created at Bobbing Bobber Brewing Co.

Prefer to cook and eat at home? Locally grown fresh ingredients are available through community-supported agriculture programs, or CSAs, grocery stores and vegetable stands.

The Hutchinson Farmers Market offers seasonal fare outdoors from May through October and then moves indoors during the winter months. The market

takes place at Depot Marketplace, the site of the historic Great Northern Depot along Adams Street. The summer market meets twice weekly: 2:30-5:30 p.m. Wednesdays and 8 a.m.-noon Saturdays. The winter market November through March. Hours are announced prior to opening.

Need food assistance? The McLeod Emergency Food Shelf can help. It has two locations: 719 13th St. E., Glencoe, and 498 State Highway 7 E., Hutchinson. It also offers mobile outreach with stops throughout McLeod County. For more information, visit mcleodemergencyfoodshelf.org.

Do you have a green thumb but don’t have space for a garden? Community garden plots are available to rent through Hutchinson Parks, Recreation and Community Education by calling 320-587-2975.

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Right: Fresh-from-the garden vegetables are arranged picture perfect at the Hutchinson Farmers Market.

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EASY ACCESS FOR GOVERNMENT SERVICES

It’s easier than ever to find local government services. For information about city services, Hutchinson City Center, located at 111 Hassan St. S.E., is the place to go. Visitors can find building permits, pay bills for water, sewer and garbage, learn about ordinances and attend different city meetings including the City Council. City Center has the city’s Department of Motor Vehicles, where motorists can pick up a driver’s license or vehicle plates.

Hutchinson Public Library is less than a block away, at 50 Hassan St. S.E., which is listed on the National Register

of Historic Places. Blocks away at 30 Glen St. N.W. is the District Of fice for Hutchinson Public Schools.

The McLeod County Government Center at 520 Chandler Ave. N., Glencoe houses Health and Human Services, County Administration, Soil and Water Conservation District, Veteran Services, The Assessor’s Office, The Auditor Treasurer’s Office and The Record’s

GOVERNMENT

Office all under one roof. The McLeod County Courthouse can be found just down the road at 830 11th St. E., Glencoe.

Above: Hutchinson fans showed their support for — and pride in — their high school football team during the 2022 Prep Bowl game.

Right: “Eggspert” by Kimber Fiebiger of Minneapolis was the winner of the 2019-20 Hutchinson Sculpture Stroll People’s Choice Award. The statue is part of the city’s permanent art collection and can be seen on the steps of the Hutchinson Public Library.

CITY OF HUTCHINSON

HUTCHINSON CITY COUNCIL

Hutchinson is a charter city using a council-city administrator plan of government. Hutchinson’s citizens vote for a mayor, for a two-year term, and four council members for staggered four-year terms representing specific seats. City elections take place on even numbered years as part of the general election in November.

The Council picks a representative for administrative duties, and that representative is accountable to the council for administration of city business as directed by the council. The administrator reviews day-to-day administrative duties and hires city staff.

MEETINGS

City of Hutchinson meetings take place in the council chamber of City Center, 111 Hassan St. S.E., and generally take place on the following schedule:

SECOND AND FOURTH TUESDAYS

Hutchinson City Council, 5:30 p.m.

The general public is welcome to attend meetings, except for rare closed sessions. Workshops on various topics sometimes precede the council meeting, usually at 4 p.m. Residents have two opportunities to speak to the council during the meeting — before the agenda starts and at the close of the agenda. City Council meetings are televised live on Community Video Network’s Channel 7.

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FREQUENTLY CALLED NUMBERS

Water and sewer billing

Animal control

If no answer, call

952-445-1988

952-894-9065

952-233-9300

Shakopee Parks & Recreation/Community Center 952-233-9500

Scott County Sheriff

Chamber of Commerce

Transit-Shakopee

952-496-8300

952-445-1660

952-496-8341

FIRST MONDAY: Parks/Recreation/Community Education Board, 5:15 p.m.

AT THE CALL OF THE CHAIR: Airport Commission, at the airport terminal

THIRD TUESDAY: Planning Commission, 5:30 p.m.

THIRD TUESDAY: Housing and Redevelopment Authority, 7 a.m.

THIRD WEDNESDAY: Creekside Renewables Advisory Board, 4:30 p.m.

THIRD WEDNESDAY: Economic Development Authority, Noon

FOURTH MONDAY: Library Board, 4:30 p.m.

LAST WEDNESDAY: Hutchinson Utilities Commission, 3 p.m. (at Utilities, 225 Michigan St. S.E.)

PUBLIC UTILITIES

ELECTRICITY/NATURAL GAS

Hutchinson Utilities Commission 225 Michigan St. S.E. 320-587-4746

Suspected gas leaks: 911 hutchinsonutilities.com

Billing: 320-587-5151

Billing: 320-587-5151

WATER AND SEWER

GARBAGE/RECYCLING

West Central Sanitation is the city-contracted garbage collection. They also collect compostables and recyclables curbside. The local recycling center collects recyclable newsprint, glass, cardboard and plastics. A no-

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sort system was implemented in 2015. City-owned Creekside Soils, which manufactures soil products for resale, collects compostables including yard and food wastes. They manufacture about 1.4 million bags of soil products for resale annually. Hutchinson also provides a fall leaf vacuum service curbside.

MISCELLANEOUS

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ADDITIONAL SERVICES

Department of Motor Vehicles

Hutchinson City Center

111 Hassan St. S.E. 320-234-2599

ci.hutchinson.mn.us/departmentsfacilities/motor-vehicle/

The Department of Motor Vehicles provides driver’s licenses, recreational and motor vehicle tabs and plates, and hunting and fishing licenses from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, and 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Thursday.

Allina Ambulance

Allina Ambulance provides Emergency medical assistance is through Hutchinson Health. Call 911 for emergency medical response.

U.S. Post Of fice

245 Main St. S. 320-587-2497

Post of fice rental boxes, change-ofaddress forms and other services are available 9 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.

Monday through Friday. Window service is offered 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday.

Nuvera

235 Franklin St. S.W. 320-587-2323

nuvera.net

Nuvera offers voice, digital video television and high-speed DSLbased internet services, as well as computer and accessory sales, diagnostic and computer repair

services, on-site networking and installation and Web design/hosting.

Mediacom

844-987-3260

mediacomcable.com Mediacom offers cable television, telephone and internet access services.

COMMON CODES

Unlicensed cars

It is unlawful to keep, park, store or abandon any motor vehicle which is not in operating condition, partially dismantled, used for repair of parts or as a source of repair or replacement parts for other vehicles, kept for scrapping, dismantling or salvage of any kind, or which is not properly licensed for operation with the state. The vehicles may be stored inside or out of view behind a privacy fence.

Snow Removal

Ice and snow are a nuisance. All snow and ice remaining upon public sidewalks and trails is hereby

declared to constitute a public nuisance and shall be abated by the owner or tenant of the abutting private property within 24 hours after the snow or ice has ceased to be deposited. The owner or tenant shall provide a minimum four feet of clearance on the sidewalk or trail adjacent to their property.

Animals

It is unlawful for the owner of any animal, age 6 months or older, to fail to obtain a license from the city Police Department. All licensed animals shall wear a collar and have a current tag firmly affixed. It is unlawful for the dog or cat of any person who owns, harbors or keeps a dog or cat, to run at large. People who own, harbor or keep a dog or cat that runs at large are guilty of a misdemeanor.

Weeds

Property owners are responsible for the removal, cutting, or disposal and elimination of weeds, grasses and rank vegetation or other uncontrolled plant growth on their property, which at the time of notice, is more than 12 inches tall.

Recreational fires

Recreational fires shall not be conducted within 25 feet of a structure or combustible material unless the fire is contained in an approved device or method, such as a fireplace or charcoal grill located at least 15 feet from any buildings, fences or structures.

Truck Parking

It is unlawful to park a truck (other than a truck of 10,000 pounds gross vehicle weight or less), trucktrailer, tractor-trailer or trucktractor within residential districts except for the purpose of loading or unloading, and then only during a reasonable time necessary for that.

LIBRARY

Hutchinson Public Library

50 Hassan St. S.E.

320-587-2368

hutchinson.lib.mn.us

Hours: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Friday and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. The library is closed on Sundays and federal holidays.

Librarian Katy Hiltner joined the Hutchinson Library system in January 2016. The Hutchinson Public Library is part of the Pioneerland Library System.

Visitors can explore information and entertainment through traditional books, audio books, DVDs, ebooks, emagazines and the internet. The library also provides many large-print editions, as well as more than 100 magazines and a variety of newspapers. Several computer workstations and Wi-Fi, free of charge, are located there. iPads and laptops are available for visitors to use during library hours. Special activities are offered through the year and include:

Stories in the Park, Bookworm Buddies, book clubs, reading programs and more. These are free and support family literacy and childhood, teen and adult learning.

Interested in supporting the library? Friends of the Hutchinson Public Library raises money to help the library. The group sponsors Project Bookshelf in December and in the fall a used book outdoor sale during the Arts and Crafts Festival, and a Friends spring book sale in March indoors. Volunteers manage the used book table, and money raised has been used for author visits, the One Book, One Community program, computer equipment and more.

AIRPORT

Butler Field

State Highway 15 South 320-587-7615

Butler Field, named after a local aviation pioneer, features a 2015 repaved 4,000-foot runway and parallel taxiway. It uses GPS approach procedures following an orderly fl ow pattern. Passengers can use the terminal lounges. Pilots are provided a flight-planning room that includes weather information systems and access to FAA’s fl ight service centers. The attached maintenance hangar is staffed and has aviation fuel available. More than 45 aircraft are based here.

The Hutchinson Kiwanis Club made two donations to the city of Hutchinson: $5,000 for the Kiwanis Rocket Hill Park and $1,000 for the Fireman’s Park playground project.

MCLEOD COUNTY

BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

McLeod County provides health and human services, law enforcement, veteran services, public transit and much more to its residents, including those in Hutchinson and the rest of the nine local cities.

The county is split into five districts, with a commissioner elected in each to represent residents on the McLeod County Board.

The board meets the first and third Tuesday of the month after the first Monday at 9 a.m. Meetings are at the McLeod County Government Center, 520 Chandler Avenue North, Glencoe, and other locations in the county. Check the county website at co.mcleod.mn.us for updates and agendas. Most county services can also be found at the Government Center. Those related to law enforcement and the courts are at the Courthouse, 830 11th St. E., Glencoe.

Residents can call the McLeod County main line at 320-864-5551. The Courthouse phone number is 320-864-5551.

Auditor-Treasurer

Connie M. Kurtzweg

320-864-1260

McLeod County Government Center

Recorder

Deborah Jensen

320-864-1327

McLeod County Government Center

Assessor

Sue Schulz

McLeod County Government Center

320-864-1254

VETERAN SERVICES

Jim Lauer, Veterans Service Of ficer and director

Cassandra Carrigan, Veterans Service Of ficer

McLeod County Government Center

320-864-1268

McLeod County Extension Services

extension.umn.edu

320-484-4334

McLeod County Fairgrounds

Hutchinson-area residents have access to education and information resources through the McLeod County Extension Office. The office is managed in cooperation with the University of Minnesota.

The McLeod County 4-H and McLeod County Master Gardener programs are coordinated through the local of fice, which is the front door to Extension and its programs. Extension education on agricultural production is also coordinated through the Hutchinson of fice.

McLeod County Government Center

McLeod County Public Health provides numerous services to county residents for various stages of their lives. Public Health staff regularly organize workshops to promote healthy living and to provide support for those with chronic conditions.

Programs are specifically tailored toward older adults, and those dealing with disabilities. Education and service programs promote healthy child birth, child safety seat training, home visits for young children, education for new parents, child and teen checkups, and early childhood screening.

The department also aids with WIC, financial and child support, child protection and other social services.

Trailblazer Transit

trailblazertransit.com

888-743-3828

Trailblazer Transit is a public transportation system that serves Sibley, McLeod and Wright counties. A dial-a-ride bus service, volunteer driver program, and van service all operate under the Trailblazer Joint Powers Board umbrella.

Children, youth, adults and seniors alike use Trailblazer to get to work, school, day care, recreational activities and social events. Trailblazer Transit one-way bus fares generally are: $2 within city limits; $4 for rides of less than 25 miles; and $8 for rides of 25 miles or longer.

The buses operate from 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Volunteer drivers may transport people any time including early mornings, late evenings, weekends and holidays.

McLeod County Solid Waste

320-484-4300

1065 Fifth Ave. S.E., Hutchinson

320-864-1265

McLeod

888-440-3134

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McLeod County Health and Human Services

320-864-3185 for Public Health; 320-864-5265 for financial/child support;320-484-4330 for child protection; 800-247-1756 for other ser-vices

Residents can drop off recycling at the facility or have it picked up at the curb. McLeod County has a singlesort recycling machine, which means residents don’t need to sort materials into separate bags at home. Other programs include the Household

Hazardous Waste Facility, mobile collections, township shed recycling locations, public education and problem material management.The facility is open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Public Works/ County Engineer

320-484-4321

MINNESOTA

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95 University Avenue W. Minnesota Senate Bldg., Room 2417 St. Paul, Minnesota 55155

651-296-4131

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Minnesota House of Representative

Rep. Dawn Gillman, District 17A (R)

213 State Of fice Building St. Paul, Minnesota 55155

651-296-4228

rep.dawn.gillman@house.mn.gov

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Flags were held high during the Salute to Service Parade. The opening day ceremony took place at the McLeod County Fair. It began and ended at the flagpoles with a loop through the center of the fairgrounds.

Above: This year, the Hutchinson Health Foundation’s biennial gala exceeded its fundraising goal of $100,000, with the money going specifically to purchase E-NICU technology. It allows providers to be connected 24/7 to the neonatal intensive care unit at Children’s Minnesota via telehealth.

HEALTH IS A PRIORITY IN HUTCHINSON

When it comes to your health, Hutchinson has options for better living. Looking for mental or physical health services? For a provider for your family or for a comfortable place to live for an older family member? It’s available locally.

Hutchinson Health has undergone extensive changes in the past few years, first joining Bloomington-based HealthPartners in 2018, then tackling a $21 million expansion from 2019-2020 while James Lyons stepped in as the new president and CEO.

There are many options including traditional and nontraditional approaches in the area for help and treatment. Hutchinson offers everything from acupuncture and

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chiropractic services to herbal practitioners and massage therapists.

If you’re an older citizen looking for a place to live, Hutchinson has housing options for people 55 or older such as the Village Cooperative. Assisted living facilities are also available including Prince of Peace, Ecumen Oaks and Pines, Harmony River Living Center, Woodstone Senior Living and Prairie Senior Cottages.

Allina Health Home Care and Adara Home Health provide further opportunities for individuals who want to remain home or return home quickly.

There’s much in Hutch when it comes to healthy living options. Dig in and discover what works best for you.

Right: Woodstone Senior Living was voted the winner in the Favorite Assisted Living category in the 2022 Hutchinson Leader Readers’ Choice Awards.

HEALTH

HUTCHINSON HEALTH

More than a decade ago, Hutchinson’s health care was managed as a separate, city-owned hospital and privately owned clinic. The hospital became its own nonprofit corporation in late 2007 and joined the clinic in 2013 to form Hutchinson Health. It joined HealthPartners in 2018.

Hutchinson Health is a regional leader offering numerous health specialties:

Hutchinson Health Clinic has a staff of more than 30 full-time local providers, including family medicine physicians, nurse practitioners and specialists in the areas of general surgery, obstetrics/ gynecology, pediatrics, podiatry, cardiac care, spine care, physical, occupational and speech therapy, diabetes education, emergency medicine and other specialty services. Hours are 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Friday. To make an appointment, call 320-234-3290.

Urgent Care Services are available 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. For more information, call 320-234-3290.

Hutchinson Health Hospital

Birth Center: A team of family physicians, OB/GYNs and birth care nurses work together to ensure that every baby receives the best care possible through all stages of pregnancy, birth and post-care follow up. For more information, call 320-484-4620.

Inpatient and Same Day Surgical specialties: Surgical specialists perform procedures related to the digestive, cardiovascular and nervous systems, skin and ENT problems, and gynecological conditions.

Hutchinson Health Mental Health Clinic: Recognized for excellence statewide, a team of mental health professionals helps adults and children with mental health concerns. Services include a 12-bed inpatient unit and an

outpatient clinic with psychiatrists, psychologists, counselors and chemical dependency specialists. For more information, call 320484-4610.

Hutchinson Health Orthopaedic & Rehab Clinic provides expert care in treating bone and joint problems. For more information, call 320-484-4400.

HealthPartners Cancer Clinic at Hutchinson Health: From diagnosis through treatment and follow-up, patients receive the care they need in a nurturing environment. For more information, call 320-484-4695.

ASSISTED LIVING

Hutchinson also is home to four assisted living facilities for people who do not need around-the-clock nursing care but need assistance with daily living:

Ecumen Oaks and Pines, 1015 Century Ave. S.W., 320484-9150

Harmony River Living Center, 1555 Sherwood St. S.E., 320-4846000

Prince of Peace Retirement, 301 Glen St., 320-234-7588

For example, several Hutchinson dentists operate a program serving children in low-income families. Through the program, general dentistry such as fillings and extractions is offered free of charge to students in kindergarten through eighth-grade who have no other place to go for help.

FAMILY HEALTH

McLeod County Public Health Nursing

520 Chandler Ave., Glencoe 320-864-3185

HOME HEALTH CARE

Dassel Clinic: The Dassel Clinic offers primary care, mental health services and orthopedic specialty care. To schedule an appointment, call 320-275-3358. Home health care services are available in Hutchinson. Home care allows an individual to remain at home or to return to their homes more quickly after a hospital stay.

Allina Health Home Care Services, call 320-234-5031

Adara Home Health, call 320-753-0936

River Oaks at Shady Ridge 225 Shady Ridge Road S.W., 320587-8715

Prairie Senior Cottages, 1310 Bradford St. S.E., 320-5875508

Woodstone Senior Living, 1025 Dale St. S.W., 320-234-8917

OTHER HEALTH CARE SERVICES

Hutchinson is home to many highly skilled dentists, ophthalmologists, chiropractors, pharmacists and other health care providers. Providers have been innovative in their efforts to aid patients who might not otherwise receive services.

Home and Office Visits are provided by public health nurses to offer health guidance, health teaching and counseling in an effort to improve the health of families, prevent disease and disability, and help families remain healthy.

Maternal Child Health program promotes optimal birth outcomes in our county. Services include individual assessment for risk of preterm labor, chemical health issues, health assessment, teaching and counseling of highrisk pregnant women

Postpartum Home Visits are provided to new mothers and infants to educate and counsel in nutrition, child growth and development and resources available to families.

Harmony River Living Center in Hutchinson crowned its 16th annual Valentine Royalty. Earning the honors this year were King Bill Kreitlow and Queen Carol Vigren.

Child Passenger Safety Program provides a free one-hour class for parents on proper use of their child safety seat.

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome counseling available.

Family Home Visitor provides information, support and encouragement to families with children birth to age 5. Home visits help parents feel good about themselves, and their role as the first and foremost teacher of their children.

Family Planning is a voluntary and confidential program for individuals to obtain information about pregnancy prevention. Family planning involves preventing, spacing and achieving pregnancies. This service provides referral and education, medical health care, a variety of birth control supplies, and other preventative health services.

Early Intervention Services for infants and preschoolers provides assistance to families with

children who have (or may have) a disability. A multidisciplinary team, consisting of a public health nurse, an educator, a social worker and a rehabilitation specialist (physical, speech and occupational therapy), is available to identify and treat children with development delays.

Follow Along Program is available for all children birth through 3 years. Questionnaires are sent every four months for parents to evaluate their child’s development. They also receive information helpful to stimulate child development.

Footcare Clinics are provided to seniors, age 55 or older, or younger than 55 with a handicapping condition.

Women, Infants and Children

Clinic is a supplemental food program for income-eligible pregnant and breastfeeding women and children birth to 5 years. A public health nurse staffs all WIC clinics and is available to provide information in the areas of nutrition and health.

Immunizations may be given by appointment to people of all ages from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. Call to schedule an appointment. A record of all previous immunizations is required. Ask for fee information when calling. The immunization program is designed to serve low-income individuals and families, or others without medical coverage for immunizations.

Child and Teen Checkups are available for all county residents age 20 or younger. This checkup includes height, weight, hearing, vision, nutrition, developmental screening, urine and blood tests, and a physical assessment. Arrangements for checkups can be made by contacting Public Health.

Early Childhood Screening is a required screening for kindergarten entry. This screening assesses height, weight, vision, hearing and development. The findings are reviewed with the parents plus nutrition, health immunizations,

dental and family concerns. Appointments are made through your local school district.

COMMUNITY HEALTH PROMOTION

Community Health Promotion is a community approach to promoting health. Public Health is the service and art of preventing diseases; prolonging life, and promoting health and efficiency through organized community effort.

Health Education Programs are provided per identified county needs and requests. Groups and organizations countywide are served. Topics may include, but are not limited to: safety, health promotion topics, agency programs, HIV/AIDS and other communicable diseases.

Blood Pressure clinics and education are offered on site at businesses by special arrangement.

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SCHOOL HEALTH

Public Health services for screening, education and consultation are available to all county schools through contractual arrangements with individual districts.

HOME AND COMMUNITYBASED SERVICES

Long Term Care Consultation Services are provided in cooperation with McLeod County Social Services. An assessment is provided for patients prior to entry into a nursing home. All possible options for care are determined and presented to the patient and family before the patient enters a nursing home. A screening may be requested when nursing home placement is being considered as an option for care.

Case Management Services are provided in cooperation with McLeod County Social Services to clients on Elderly Waiver, Alterna-

tive Care, Community Alternatives for Disabled Individuals, Community Alternative Care, Traumatic Brain Injury Waiver and Prime West.

Adult Children of Alcoholics, Al-Anon, Alcoholics vAnonymous, 320-587-8436

American Red Cross Bloodmobile, redcrossblood.org

The Arc Minnesota, 952-920-0855 or email info@arcminnesota.org

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Greater Twin Cities, bigstwincities.org, 651-789-2400 or email thinkbig@bigstwincities.org

Birthright Crisis Pregnancy Center, 320-587-5433

Harmony River Living Center Auxiliary, 320-484-6000

Allina Health Home Care Services Bereavement Support Group, Mary Nelson, 320-484-9210

Divorce Care, 320-587-2074

Grief Recovery Friends, Robert Hantge, 320-587-2128

Hospice Volunteer Program, Mary Nelson, Allina Health Home Care Services, 320-484-9210

Hutchinson Caregiver Discussion Group, Email Kim.Brehmer@lssmn.org or call 320-221-3737

Local Family Planning Service, McLeod County Public Health, 320-864-3185

McLeod Alliance, 320-2347933 or 800-934-0851

McLeod County Branch, American Cancer Society, Jeanne Ray, 320-587-2838

Multiple Sclerosis Support Group, Ann Hoffke, 320-894-7896; Debb Dobberstein: 320-296-6956

Nar-Anon, Nathan at 320-296-9733 Overeaters Anonymous, oa.org

Relay for Life of McLeod County www.facebook.com/relayforlifeofmcleodcountymn

TOPS Club, Take Off Pounds Sensibly, Vicki, 320-583-8698

Weight Watchers, weightwatchers.com

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It’s been said before and we’ll say it again, there’s much in Hutch. The city is a regional hub that offers numerous opportunities, whether you’re looking to shop, find a job, or start a business of your own.

Manufacturing companies to homebased entrepreneurs, independent retailers and familiar chains such as Aldi, Target, Walmart, Cash Wise Foods, PetSmart and Menards all call Hutchinson home.

The Hutchinson Area Chamber of

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Hutchinson Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism

44 Main St. S., Hutchinson, MN 55350 320-587-5252 explorehutchinson.com

If you’re looking for the Hutchinson Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism, you’re going to have to walk to 44 Main St. S. Since December, it’s been the new home for the Chamber. “Minnesota’s Hometown” is the Chamber’s moniker. It’s a good one because there’s something for everyone, and for all ages.

Since its incorporation in 1948, a prime directive of the chamber is promoting everything Hutchinson has to offer. It has approximately 320 members ranging from international corporations such as 3M and TDK Hutchinson Technology to retired business people and home-based businesses.

The nonprofit organization exists separate from the city of Hutchinson and is funded through membership investments and program income.

Chamber member services include promotional opportunities, networking events, training and educational seminars, and business information. The chamber also organizes special events and programs, including the Arts and Crafts Festival, Hutchinson Leadership Institute, professional development seminars, Business Connection,

Commerce and Tourism is known for its moniker, “Minnesota’s Hometown.” It’s a tagline the Chamber uses to promote all the advantages this regional hub offers as a place for business and family fun.

Its most recent undertaking is the pARTicipate Hutchinson Community Engagement Project, which is an opportunity to paint the town with murals.

Hutchinson’s Economic Development Authority created the tagline “Minnesota’s Manufacturing City” as

a promotion tool to draw businesses to the city. It aims to drive job creation in the community. It also works to draw new businesses and helps existing businesses grow to their full potential.

As a regional hub, Hutchinson has something for everyone from of fi ces and industrial spaces to restaurants, stores, hotels and more. A large part of the city’s businesses are congregated along its two major arteries — eastwest State Highway 7 and north-south State Highway 15.

Hometown Golf Challenge, Dairy Day Celebration and the Awards Banquet each January.

Hutchinson Downtown Association

320-234-5652

facebook.com/HutchinsonDowntownAssociation/

The heart and soul of Hutchinson is its historic and vibrant downtown district. It’s promoted by the Hutchinson Downtown Association. The group boosts the area’s many amenities including retail stores, restaurants, entertainment venues, the historic Carnegie Library, Library Square, Crow River and Luce Line State Trail. It also leads efforts to revitalize downtown.

Hutchinson Economic Development Authority

1164 Benjamin Ave. S. Hutchinson, MN 55350 320-234-4223

hutchinsoneda.com

Known as the EDA, the Hutchinson Economic Development Authority works to create jobs, raise incomes and broaden the city’s tax base. Its goals include retaining and expanding existing businesses, bringing new ones into the community, and maintaining a vibrant downtown.

The EDA aggressively markets lots in a 68-acre industrial park expansion, known as Energy Park, on the city’s east side. It carries the state-certified

“Shovel Ready” designation. Included in the industrial park is the Hutchinson Enterprise Center, a 20,000-squarefoot small business incubator designed to grow early-stage businesses with its low-cost environment and business mentorship.

The EDA’s marketing effort is known as “Minnesota’s Manufacturing City.” Encompassing both traditional and social media, the campaign aims to make Hutchinson synonymous with “economic development” in Minnesota by touting the high percentage of manufacturing jobs here.

Hutchinson Leader / Crow River Media

170 Shady Ridge Road Hutchinson, MN 55350 320-753-3635

hutchinsonleader.com

crowrivermedia.com

The Hutchinson Leader was founded in 1885. It is a media company serving a regional audience online and in print. News and advertising are provided around the clock on the Leader’s digital platforms. In print, the Leader is available at newsstands and by subscriptions every Wednesday.

The Leader is part of Crow River Media, which includes its sister newspaper, the Litchfield Independent Review, two weekend shoppers — the Leader Shopper and the Meeker County Advertiser — and Crow River Press, a full-service printer based in Hutchinson.

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BUSINESS DIRECTORY HUTCHINSON

ATTORNEYS

Kraft Walser Law Office

Five Star Financial Resources

102 Main St S Suite 211

Peace Lutheran Church

400 Franklin St SW

50

131 South Main St Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 587-8150

kraftwalser.com

McGraw-Mahon, P.A. Suite 202 - Citizens Bank Building

Downtown Hutchinson (320) 587-3900

mcgrawmahon.com

Yira Law Office

102 Main St S Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 587-0305

yiralaw.com

AUTOMOTIVE

Jay Malone Motors 1165 Hwy 7 W

Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 587-4748

jaymalonemotors.com

Pro Auto

575 Jefferson St SE Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 234-9690

ProAutoMN.com

Valley Sales

525 Hwy 7 E Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 587-2240

valleyhutchinson.com

BANKING/FINANCIAL

Ameriprise Financial

134 Main St S Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 587-9379

ameripriseadvisors.com/marcus.r.max

Citizens Bank & Trust

102 Main St S & 1390 Hwy 15 S Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 587-2233

cbhutch.com

Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 587-6669

MidCountry Bank

201 Main St S

Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 234-4500 midcountry.bank

Novation

45 Hassan St SE

Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 369-6628 novation.org

CHURCHES/ WORSHIP

Christ the King

1040 South Grade Rd SW

Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 587-2776

ctk@hutchtel.net

CrossPoint Church

1215 Roberts Rd SW

Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 587-2668

crosspointhutchinson.org

Faith Lutheran Church

335 Main St S

Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 587-2093 faithlc.com

Grace Lutheran Church

430 5th Ave SW

Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 587-3051

gracelutheranhutch.org

Immanuel Church & School

20882 Walden Ave

Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 587-4857

immanuelhutch.com

Our Savior’s Lutheran Church

800 Bluff St NE

Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 587-3319

oslhutch.com

Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 587-3031

plchutch.org

River of Hope Lutheran Church

1005 Hwy 15 S (Event Center)

Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 587-4414

riverofhopehutchinson.org

St. Anastasia Catholic Community 460 Lake St SW

Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 587-6507

stanastasia.net

DAYCARE/ PRESCHOOL

Kids Depot

At St. Anastasia School

400 Lake St SW

Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 587-4760 Ext. 1

Kidz Junction

267 4th Ave NW

Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 234-7212

kidz-junction.com

Little Lambs Christian Center

400 Franklin St SW

Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 587 2629

Littlelambsmn.com

DINING/ ENTERTAINMENT

Dairy Queen Grill & Chill® 46 Main St N

Hutchinson, MN 55350

(320) 587-2076

Hutch Bowl/ Squeaky’s Grill and Bar

1150 Hwy 7 W

Hutchinson, MN 55350

(320) 587-2352

Hutchinson Theatre Company 15 Franklin St SW

Hutchinson, MN 55350

(320) 587-7278

hutchtheatre.org

HUTCHINSON BUSINESS DIRECTORY

River House Kitchen + Drinks

122 Main St S

Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 587-9957

riverhousekd.com

Tokyo Grill

1190 Hwy 7 W

Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 587-8880

tokyogrillhutchinson.com

VFW Post 906

247 1st Ave SE

Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 587-9929

EDUCATION

Immanuel Church & School

20917 Walden Ave

Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 587-4858

immanuelhutch.com

New Century Academy

950 School Rd SW

Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 234-3660

newcenturyacademy.com

New Discoveries Montessori Academy

1000 5th Ave SE

Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 234-6362

newdiscoveries.org

Ridgewater College

2 Century Ave E

Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 234-8500

ridgewater.edu

EVENT FACILITIES

Crow River Winery

14848 Hwy 7 E

Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 587-2922

crowriverwinery.com

Days Inn by Wyndham

1000 Hwy 7

Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 587-6030

daysinn.com

HEALTH, MEDICAL, DENTAL & PERSONAL CARE

Glencoe Regional Health Services

1805 Hennepin Ave N Glencoe, MN 55336 (320) 864-7816 grhsonline.org

Hutchinson Dental Center

2 Franklin St SW

Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 587-3993 hutchinsondental.com

Hutchinson Health

3 Century Ave SE Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 234-3290 hutchhealth.com

Hutchinson Therapeutic Massage Center

45 Adams St Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 587-2992

Serenity Mental Health Services

225 3rd Ave NW

Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 455-9888 serenitymentalhealthservices.com

HOME SERVICES

AEM Mechanical

1115 Hwy 7 W Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 587-0991 aemhutch.com

Heldt Painting & Contracting

Earl: (320) 395-2761 (320) 282-8951

Jared: (320) 282-8952

Hutchinson Utilities Commission

225 Michigan St SE

Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 587-4746 hutchinsonutilities.com

Mediacom

317 Hwy. 7 E

Hutchinson MN, 55350 844-XTREAM3 mediacomcable.com

INSURANCE

Ryan Elbert

19 Main St N Suite A

Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 587-0466

RyanElbert.com

LOCAL GOVERNMENT

Hutchinson EDA

111 Hassen St SE

Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 234-4223

hutchinsoneda.com

LODGING

AmericInn

1115 Hwy 7 E

Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 587-5515

americinn.com

Shamrock Inn

1200 Hwy 15 S

Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 587-9299

shamrockinnhutchinson.com

PETS

Heart of Minnesota Animal Shelter

Dogs Located at McLeod County Fairgrounds

880 Century Ave SW

Cats Located at 21918 180th St

Hutchinson, MN 55350

(320) 234-9699

PUBLIC TRANSIT

Trailblazer Transit

207 West 11th St

Glencoe, MN 55336

(888) 743-3828

trailblazertransit.com

REAL ESTATE

Hometown Realty

130 Washington Ave E Hutchinson, MN 55350

(320) 587-6115

hometownmn.com

HUTCHINSON BUSINESS DIRECTORY

RECREATION

A maze’n Farmyard

57645 Hwy 55

Eden Valley, MN 55329 (320) 453-6901

amazenfarmyard.com

Crow River Golf Club

915 Colorado St NW

Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 587-3070

RENTAL PROPERTIES

Southview Terrace Apartments

9 01 Hwy 15

Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 455-0953

RETAIL/ MARKETPLACE

Ace Hardware

105 Washington Ave E Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 587-8888

acehutch.com

A shley Homestore

1354 Hwy 15 S

Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 587-4663

Carly’s Shoes

24 Main St N Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 587-8356

CarpetsPlus Colortile

955 MN-7

Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 587-6070

c arpetspluscolortilehutchinson.com

Cash Wise Foods

1020 Hwy 15 S

Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 587-7655

c ashwise.com

Clay Coyote Gallery and Pottery

22 1st Ave NE

Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 587-2599

claycoyote.com

Crow River Press

170 Shady Ridge Rd NW

Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 753-3660

prepress@crowriverpress.com

Factory Direct Furniture

16919 Hwy 7 E

Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 587-SAVE (7283) fdonline.com

Hager Jewelry

138 Main St S

Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 587-2230

hagerjewelry.com

Hutchinson Area Chamber of Commerce

2 Main St N Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 587-5252

explorehutchinson.com

Hutchinson Co-op

1110 Hwy 7 W

Hutchinson, MN 55350 1-800-795-1299

hutchcoop.com

Hutchinson Leader 170 Shady Ridge Rd NW

Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 753-3635

hutchinsonleader.com

Liquor Hutch

245 Washington Ave E Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 587-2762

liquorhutch.com

Stockmen’s Greenhouse & Garden Center

1150 Hwy 7 E

Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 234-7673

60973 Hwy 12

Litchfield, MN 55355 (320) 693-7787

stockmensgreenhouse.com

Slumberland Furniture

1120 Hwy 7

Hutchinson MN, 55350 (320) 587-4622

slumberland.com

SENIOR LIVING

Evergreen Apartments

115 Jefferson St SE

Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 587-9432

Prince of Peace Retirement

301 Glen St SW

Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 234-7588

poprl.org

Woodstone Senior Living

1025 Dale St SW

Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 234-8917

woodstoneseniorliving.com

SPORTING GOODS

Little Crow Shooting Sports

18482 202 St # B

Hutchinson, MN 55350 (320) 587-9829

littlecrowsports.com

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LOCATIONSCLOSETOHOME

HOSPITAL

1805HennepinAve.N.Glencoe,MN55336

EMERGENCYROOM

Open24/7

Certifiedtraumacenterwithadvanced lifesupportandambulanceservice

URGENTCARE

Daily8a.m.-7:30p.m.

Walk-incare,noappointmentneeded. Openonweekendsandholidays!

GLENCOECLINIC

1805HennepinAve.N.Glencoe,MN55336

Monday–Friday8a.m.to5p.m.

LESTERPRAIRIECLINIC

1024CentralAve.LesterPrairie,MN55354

Monday–Friday8a.m.to5p.m.

STEWARTCLINIC

300BowmanSt.Stewart,MN55385

Monday–Friday8:30a.m.to5p.m.