McPherson High School
Honor Roll
Semester 2 2023-24
Congratulations to the McPherson High School students who made 2nd Semester Honor Roll for the 2023-24 school year!
MOUNDRIDGE, Kan.  — After a thorough investigation, the Moundridge Police Department has identified two juvenile suspects connected to a recent home burglary reported Saturday.
On June 1, 2024, a concerned citizen reported that his residence had been broken into at some point while he was... Read More.
By Maggie Harris, Barton Community College
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GREAT BEND, Kan. — The Shafer Art Gallery at Barton Community College is pleased to announce the acquisition of the "American Pastoral" art collection, made possible through a donation from renowned agrarian art collectors Mark and Carol Moseman.
This... Read More.
By Hutchinson Community College
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HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Dillon Lecture Series has announced its remaining speakers for the 2024 season. In addition to the previously announced Steven Ford (actor and son of former President Gerald Ford) on September 17, the 2024 Series has added... Read More.
By the McPherson Chamber of Commerce
McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson Chamber of Commerce appointed a Nominating Committee in accordance with its bylaws, in which members Carlyn Lemon, Tiffani Floyd, Clint Church, and Chad Hitt are to present a slate of potential candidates to replace... Read More.
By Wayne Burns, City of McPherson Public Lands & Facilities Director
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McPHERSON, Kan. — With the storm that blew through McPherson last night, staff was not able to perform mosquito spraying. The City has rescheduled for tonight. Â
Please note, the City is scheduled to spray for... Read More.
By Hutchinson Fire DepartmentÂ
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HUTCHINSON, Kan. — At 12:17 AM, The Hutchinson Fire Department responded to the 300 BLK of North Severance for a report of a structure. Upon arrival, crews found a single-story residential structure with smoke showing throughout the house. Crews immediately entered... Read More.
By the McPherson Chamber of Commerce
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McPHERSON, Kan. — Dianne Kovarna didn’t envision a downtown location when she and her business partners initially began discussing a McPherson Pizza Ranch restaurant. But that all changed when she toured 206 N. Main Street and knew it was... Read More.
By the McPherson Chamber of Commerce
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McPHERSON, Kan. — Have you taken advantage of this unique Chamber member benefit? Chamber Chat is a weekly pre-recorded 4-minute radio show that airs Thursday mornings on Ad Astra Radio. Chamber director Debbie Hawkinson interviews a different Chamber partner... Read More.
By Great Bend Economic Development, Inc.
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GREAT BEND, Kan. — The IGNITE Rural Business competition beckons entrepreneurs to sow their seeds of success in Barton County. This dynamic initiative equips new business owners and entrepreneurs with tools, resources, educational sessions, and investment opportunities, igniting a... Read More.
State Representative Les Mason Passes Away Monday Evening in Wichita After Suffering Brain Aneurysm
By Lucky Kidd
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McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — State Representative Les Mason of McPherson passed away Monday evening at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita, where he was taken after suffering a brain aneurysm... Read More.
By Lucky Kidd
LYONS, Kan. - The Lyons City Council Monday approved a revised ordinance dealing with alcoholic beverages. The ordinance makes multiple amendments to bring it into compliance with current state liquor laws.
City Administrator Eddy Truelove said this includes an expansion of definitions, which... Read More.