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Help Beat The Heat

Friday, June 7

By the Salvation Army HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Exciting news! Westlake Ace Hardware is back with its annual Fan Drive, supporting The Salvation Army. While stocking up on hardware supplies this spring, you can donate by rounding up your purchase at the register. Every single penny... Read More.

MEDIA ALERT: McPherson Recreation Commission to Hold Special Meeting Monday, June 10 at 11 AM

Friday, June 7

By Wayne Burns, Public Lands and Facilities Director McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson Recreation Commission will hold a special meeting next week to discuss non-elected personnel. The public meeting will begin at 11:00 AM on Monday, June 10th, and will be held at the USD... Read More.

USD 418 Board Considering Recommendation for 30 Cent Increase in School Meals

Friday, June 7

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson USD 418 Board of Education Monday will consider a recommendation for a 30 cent across the board increase in school breakfast and lunch prices which are already among the highest in the region for comparable districts. Director of... Read More.

Bethany College and MCCSEC Launch Innovative Scholarship Program to Address Special Education Teacher Shortage

Thursday, June 6

By Bethany College LINDSBORG, Kan. (MAY 29, 2024) — In partnership with the McPherson County Special Education Cooperative (MCCSEC), Bethany College is excited to announce the launch of the Pathway to SPED scholarship program. This initiative addresses the critical shortage of special education teachers in... Read More.

McPherson High School Honor Roll

Thursday, June 6

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 Police Department Identifies Two Juvenile Suspects Involved in Recent Home Burglary

Wednesday, June 5

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.

Shafer Art Gallery Acquires Significant Art Collection Thanks to Generous Donation; Opening Reception June 7

Wednesday, June 5

By Maggie Harris, Barton Community College 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.

Dillon Lecture Series Finalizes 2024 Lineup

Wednesday, June 5

By Hutchinson Community College 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.

Slate of Chamber Board Members

Wednesday, June 5

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.

Mosquito Spraying Rescheduled

Wednesday, June 5

By Wayne Burns, City of McPherson Public Lands & Facilities Director 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. Please note, the City is scheduled to spray for... Read More.

Multiple Incidents Keep HFD Busy Tuesday Evening

Wednesday, June 5

By Hutchinson Fire Department 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.

Pizza Ranch in McPherson Hosts Ribbon Cutting and Chamber Connection

Tuesday, June 4

By the McPherson Chamber of Commerce 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.