Kohl’s Department Stores will open its new store in Hutchinson, Kan., on Wednesday, September 26. With the opening of the store, Kohl’s comes approximately 125 local jobs The Hutchinson store is the 12th store to open in Kansas and is located at 1300 E. 17th St.
 
The Hutchinson Kohl’s store will feature innovative store designs and new enhancements compared to current stores, including updated check-out stations, newly designed shopping carts and strollers, innovative fixtures in cosmetics, upgraded fitting rooms throughout the store with fitting room lounges and an expanded customer service area relocated to the front of the store in most locations. It also includes in-store Kohl’s Kiosks, electronic signs in all departments and Wi-Fi throughout the store.
 
In addition, the Hutchinson store was built according to a prototype that received Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification at the Gold level from the U.S. Green Building Council. Characteristics include: recycled and regionally sourced building materials; water-efficient landscaping and plumbing fixtures; improved indoor air quality through increased fresh air ventilation and use of an ENERGY STAR-rated roof.