McPherson News

Kicker Monster Truck Show Previously Postponed from Jan. 4 Now Canceled

Friday, January 24

SALINA, Kan. — Due to conflicting schedules, Tony's Pizza Event Center and Oak View Group announced the cancellation of the 7:30 p.m. Kicker Monster Truck Show previously postponed from Saturday, Jan. 4, 2025. The event center shared its apologies with fans and...

McPherson County Community Foundation to Offer Free Tax Return Assistance

Friday, January 24

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson County Community Foundation (MCCF) is now accepting appointments for its newly launched Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. Appointments will be available on select days from Feb. 10 through Mar. 31.The VITA program, operated by...

Martin, Bontrager, Huslig to Speak in Tabor College Spring Lecture Series on Entrepreneurship

Thursday, January 23

HILLSBORO, Kan. — Three speakers will be part of the spring series of the

Lindsborg Residents Applaud Effective Snow Removal Efforts Amidst City Initiatives

Thursday, January 23

LINDSBORG, Kan. — Unlike the intense criticism heaped upon McPherson city officials on social media regarding snow and ice removal from storms earlier this month, it was a generally different story in Lindsborg where residents were for the most part pleased with...

2024 ‘Lights From the Heartland’ Report and Ideas for Future Enhancements

Tuesday, January 21

McPHERSON, Kan. — Over 10,500 vehicles passed through McPherson's Lakeside Park between the hours of 3 and 10 PM during the 36 days of the 2024 Lights From the Heartland Display.In a report presented by Public Lands and Facilities Director...

McPherson City Commission Approves Annual and Preventive Maintenance on Storm Sirens, Other Meeting Highlights

Tuesday, January 21

McPHERSON, Kan. — Annual and preventive maintenance on 11 sites of the City of McPherson’s storm sirens was approved by the City Commission Tuesday. The work to be done by Blue Valley Public Safety for a cost not to exceed $5,675 including...

Flags to be Flown at Full-Staff throughout the State of Kansas for Remainder of Inauguration Day

Monday, January 20

TOPEKA, Kan. — In accordance with a proclamation made by

Moundridge Public Library February Events

Sunday, January 19

MOUNDRIDGE, Kan. — The Moundridge Public Library, located at 411 N. Christian Ave. Moundridge, Kan., has shared the upcoming events through February 26. Upcoming Events:Jan 20 - Inauguration Day, MLK Jr Day, 3:45pm Black Kettle Book Club

Amanda Faber Selected as New Magistrate Judge for McPherson County

Saturday, January 18

TOPEKA, Kan. — The 9th Judicial District Nominating Commission has selected Amanda Faber to fill a district magistrate judge vacancy in McPherson County, effective once sworn in. Previously, Faber was a district magistrate judge in McPherson county. The 9th Judicial District...

FHSU and Kansas Community Colleges Announce New Guaranteed Admission Program in School and Clinical Psychology

Saturday, January 18

HAYS, Kan. — Fort Hays State University President Tisa Mason and Kansas Association of Community Colleges Director Heather Morgan were joined today by the presidents and representatives from Kansas’s network of 19 community colleges to officially sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)...

Governor Kelly Delivers 2025 State of the State Address

Thursday, January 16

Gov. Kelly Anticipates Kansas Prospering for Generations Through Remainder of the 21st Century TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly delivered the 2025 State of the State address to a joint session of the Kansas Legislature on Wednesday, Jan. 15.

Rep. Mann Defends Religious Freedom of Small Business Owners

Thursday, January 16

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, in celebration of National Religious Freedom Day, U.S. Representative Tracey Mann (KS-01) reintroduced the Fair Assistance and Impartial Treatment of Help (FAITH) in Small Business Act. The FAITH in Small Business Act protects the First Amendment rights of...