This week's early edition of "Six Minutes Over Hutchinson" helps you properly celebrate Independence Day. Kay and Jorge tell you where to find the nearest (officially sanctioned) fireworks shows.

And ... have you ever wondered what the heck a deep-fried tweeter is? Kay has the answer. Jorge also reveals which movie opening this week is likely to warp kids' minds — and which one will likely just teach them inaccurate history. Hooray for Hollywood!

(Jorge Sosa is a staff writer for the Hutchinson Leader. He can be reached at sosa@hutchinsonleader.com)

What's more fun than five days on the Appalachian Trail? Try "Six Minutes Over Hutchinson."

Kay and Jorge tell you where you'll find free sweet corn, live music, beer pong and even more fun this weekend. It's all in one place bearing a name that rhymes with Schhhtewart.

For the best in new movies and weekend fun, you can always trust "Six Minutes Over Hutchinson." Well, pretty much almost always. There was that one time ...

(Jorge Sosa is a staff writer for the Hutchinson Leader. He can be reached at sosa@hutchinsonleader.com)

Minneapolis, MN - Minnesota and the rest of the Midwest could be in for some rocky weather events and shifting seasons because of climate change. A new federal study predicts possible heat waves, heavy precipitation, and flooding.

Dr. Amanda Staudt, climate scientists with the National Wildlife Federation, contributed to the report, and says the information is a valuable tool for policymakers and Minnesotans who will be affected by changing climate trends.

In this week's "Six Minutes Over Hutchinson," Kay and Jorge share what's new and hot this Water Carnival weekend.

And, would you rather spend more money for less entertainment? Or spend less money and have more fun? Either way, we're more than willing to help you out.

Plus: Which of your esteemed hosts is related to Hollywood star Ryan Reynolds (Well, kind of. Maybe.)?

As always, thanks for listening!

(Jorge Sosa is a staff writer for the Hutchinson Leader. He can be reached at sosa@hutchinsonleader.com)

Gov. Tim Pawlenty has announced $2.6 billion spending cuts, under a process called “unallotment,” which gives the governor total authority to make the spending cuts needed to balance the state budget.

That comes after the governor refused to accept any tax increases proposed by lawmakers. Listen for the reaction to the cuts from Brian Ruschie, executive director, Joint Legislative-Religious Council.