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McPherson, Salina Residents Selected for 2026 Leadership Kansas Program

Tuesday, March 3

Kasi Morales of McPherson, Jacob Wood (Salina) and Renee Duxler (Salina), have been selected to be part of the 2026 Leadership Kansas program. They are among 40 people selected to be part of The Kansas Chamber program that is dedicated to developing and inspiring leaders... Read More.

Data From Second Year of Reno County Survey Shows Consistent Themes

Tuesday, March 3

RENO COUNTY, Kan. - Pride and progress in a community don’t always start with a large, headline-grabbing project. They can also start with what residents see every day — active storefronts, well-kept properties, safe streets and signs of forward movement. According to the 1,144 residents... Read More.

City of Lyons Provides Official Statement

Tuesday, March 3

The City of Lyons holds a deep and abiding respect for the men and women who serve our community in law enforcement. Their work carries real risk, and the losses experienced across Kansas and within our own community underscore the seriousness of their service... Read More.

VFW Department of Kansas Recognizes March as Women’s Military History Month

Tuesday, March 3

KANSAS (March 3, 2026) — The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Department of Kansas joins the nation in recognizing March as Women's Military History Month, honoring the service, sacrifice, and leadership of women who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Women have played... Read More.

McPherson City Commission Approves Ladder Truck Purchase, Authorizes Financial Analyst Position, Approves Events

Tuesday, March 3

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson City Commission Tuesday approved a resolution for a temporary note to purchase a new ladder truck for the Fire Department. This replaces a 2009 unit that is nearing the end of its life under NFPA standards. The 100-foot aerial platform... Read More.

Lyons City Council Approves Pool Upgrades, New Police Copier and Budget Resolutions

Tuesday, March 3

LYONS, Kan. — At Monday's meeting, the Lyons City Council approved two items for the Municipal Swimming Pool. One was the purchase of a climbing wall for the pool. This is being purchased through the Arlan Company of Leawood, KS, which the city has... Read More.

Lyons Police Chief Suspended, Suspension Extended Pending Further Investigation

Tuesday, March 3

LYONS, Kan. — The suspension of Lyons Police Chief Justin Holliday by Mayor Alicia Hommon has been extended for two weeks. The suspension of Holliday was disclosed to the Lyons City Council by Hommon in an executive session during their last meeting on Feb.... Read More.

Early Morning Fire Damages Hesston Home

Monday, March 2

HESSTON, Kan. — An early morning fire damaged a home in Hesston on Monday. Hesston Fire/EMS Chief Zach Bergen said units were called at about 2:15 a.m. to the 500 block of North Weaver. The first unit to arrive reported smoke visible from the roof... Read More.

Polls Open Tuesday Morning for USD 418 Bond Election

Monday, March 2

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — Polls will open Tuesday morning at 7 a.m. for the McPherson USD 418 bond election. This is a two part question: the first headlined by a new academic wing to replace the hex section of McPherson High School, which will not... Read More.

One Killed in Wreck Near McPherson High School Monday

Monday, March 2

McPHERSON, Kan. — A McPherson man was killed in a one vehicle accident around noon today in the 800 block of East First. Police Chief Mikel Golden identified the victim as 62-year-old James Willis. A witness told officers a van was eastbound on First when... Read More.

McPherson BPU Receives Federal Funds in Support of South Well Field Project

Monday, March 2

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson Board of Public Utilities (BPU) has received $2 million in Congressionally Directed Spending to help offset rising costs related to the South Well Field project. The funding, requested by Senator Jerry Moran, was included in HR 6938 which President Trump... Read More.

McPherson County Officials Voice Frustrations with KDOT on Proposed US 56 Improvement Project

Monday, March 2

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — McPherson County Commissioners, and County Administrator Rick Witte, voiced frustrations Monday with the Kansas Department of Transportation regarding a proposed improvement project on US 56 between McPherson and Marion. KDOT has been holding online meetings with a number of local groups... Read More.

McPherson, Salina Residents Selected for 2026 Leadership Kansas Program

Data From Second Year of Reno County Survey Shows Consistent Themes

City of Lyons Provides Official Statement

VFW Department of Kansas Recognizes March as Women’s Military History Month

McPherson City Commission Approves Ladder Truck Purchase, Authorizes Financial Analyst Position, Approves Events

Lyons City Council Approves Pool Upgrades, New Police Copier and Budget Resolutions

Lyons Police Chief Suspended, Suspension Extended Pending Further Investigation

Early Morning Fire Damages Hesston Home

Polls Open Tuesday Morning for USD 418 Bond Election

One Killed in Wreck Near McPherson High School Monday

McPherson BPU Receives Federal Funds in Support of South Well Field Project

McPherson County Officials Voice Frustrations with KDOT on Proposed US 56 Improvement Project

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