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McPherson Trivia Night at the Museum

Monday, September 25

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson Public Library and The McPherson Museum & Arts Foundation have teamed up to test your knowledge at McPherson trivia. The library and museum have dug deep into their archives, so bring a team or compete on your own for... Read More.

Central Christian School to Celebrate 75 Years During 7th Annual Alumni and Reunion Weekend

Friday, September 22

By Ad Astra News HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Central Christian School is having their 7th Annual Alumni and Reunion Weekend this weekend, which is an extra special event this year as the school celebrates its 75th Anniversary. During the day today they had Grandparents Day for pre-school... Read More.

Annual Fair on the Square, Car & Truck Show

Friday, September 22

By Ad Astra News LYONS Kan. — The annual arts and crafts show, Fair on the Square put together by the Lyons Chamber of Commerce attracts vendors from all over who will set up their tables and booths on Rice County Courthouse Square. This event... Read More.

Moundridge Alumni Night and 1973 Wildcat State Champion Team Recognition

Friday, September 22

By Ad Astra News MOUNDRIDGE, Kan. — Moundridge High School is having an alumni night tonight for their game against Pretty Prairie. They will also be recognizing the 1973 Wildcat State Championship team. There will be a tailgate starting at 5 p.m. with a pulled pork... Read More.

Goessel’s ‘Galloping Goose’ to be Recognized with Plaque

Friday, September 22

By Ad Astra News GOESSEL Kan. — During halftime of the Goessel High School football game with Herington tonight, the school will be recognizing Randolph Woelk, known as the "Galloping Goose" with a new memorial plaque. Randy Woelk, from Goessel, (1939 GHS Graduate), was Goessel High's... Read More.

Pride of Lyons Marching Band Update, Alumni Band Members to Join in Tonight’s Homecoming Performances

Friday, September 22

By Andrew Scherer, Pride of Lyons Marching Band LYONS Kan. — The Lyons High School Band has had a strong start to the 2023 marching season! We have exactly sixty students this year, and we’ve expanded the sousaphone section to five members and the drumline... Read More.

Suicide Prevention And Awareness Walk To Take Place This Weekend

Friday, September 22

By the McPherson County Community Foundation McPHERSON, Kan. — The Suicide Prevention and Resource Awareness walk will be taking place on Sept. 23 from 9 to 12 p.m. at Memorial Park in McPherson. List Of Partnering Organizations: NAMI McEID United Way Prairie View Omega Project DCCA ... Read More.

Tabor College Sees 5 Percent Increase in On-Campus Enrollment

Friday, September 22

By Tabor College HILLSBORO, Kan. — Tabor College’s undergraduate enrollment saw a five-percent increase in its fall-to-fall enrollment. With 531 students on campus, it is a jump of 26 students from fall 2022. With 83 students in graduate & online courses and 50 in dual... Read More.

American Red Cross to give out $15 Amazon gift cards at Barton Community College Blood Drive

Friday, September 22

By Joe Vinduska, Barton Community College GREAT BEND, Kan. — Barton Community College will host a blood drive from 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. Oct. 5 in the Kirkman Practice Gym. Donors will receive a $15 Amazon gift card from the American Red Cross. Donors... Read More.

Barton Performing Arts Department presents “Autumn Arts” sneak preview concert

Friday, September 22

By Joe Vinduska, Barton Community College GREAT BEND, Kan. — The Barton Performing Arts Department will host its annual “Autumn Arts” sneak preview concert at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 5 in the Fine Arts Auditorium. The show will feature performances by the Barton Music Department... Read More.

Elvis Rock N’ Remember TONIGHT and David Cook Tomorrow at the McPherson Opera House

Friday, September 22

McPHERSON, Kan. — Joseph Hall has been paying tribute to Elvis Presley's legacy since 2006 and many remember him from his 6 TV performances on NBC’s America’s Got Talent in 2008, which were viewed by more than 90 million people. He placed as one... Read More.

Community Joins in Raising Funds for Inman Motocross Family After Saturday Tragedy

Thursday, September 21

By Ad Astra News McPHERSON, COUNTY, Kan. — A mother, Felecia Richey (31) and her two sons Tison (13) and Bentley (10) were discovered in their camper on Saturday, Sept. 16 at the Inman Motocross grounds by McPherson Sheriff Deputies and it was shared... Read More.