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Candidates Q & A

Thursday, July 30

McPherson County voters will have a chance tonight to hear from candidates for county commission. The McPherson Chamber of Commerce is hosting a candidate forum from 7 to 8 p.m. at the American Legion on North Main Street. Organizers say the event will allow residents to... Read More.

Little Sweden’s Big Car Show

Thursday, July 30

Shade filled Swensson Park in Lindsborg will be filled with over 100 classic automobiles for the Smoky Valley Classic Car Show on Saturday, August 1st. Multiple awards will be given to participants, including: Best Club Participation for the largest paid registration from a single club ... Read More.

Over 460 Confirmed Cases of Cyclospora

Thursday, July 30

Cases of the intestinal disease Cyclospora is trending up across the Sunflower State The Kansas Department of Health and Environment announced this week that the number of confirmed cases has risen to 461. Symptoms of the virus include diarrhea, nausea, and fatigue. KDHE says the number... Read More.

Rock The Plains 2026 Postpones Event to Spring 2027

Thursday, July 30

Rock The Plains 2026 officially announced Wednesday evening that the country music festival originally planned for August 7-8 in Alma, Kansas, has been postponed. According to Rock The Plains, the decision to postpone was not made lightly. “Before anything else, we want you to know that... Read More.

Sunflower Summer Extended

Wednesday, July 29

Kansas Tourism is excited to announce the extension of the 2026 Sunflower Summer program and is inviting Kansas families to enjoy another week packed with unforgettable adventures. Created for Kansas students and their families, the Sunflower Summer program offers complimentary admission to more than 230... Read More.

Windom Unveils New Community Mural Along Main Street

Wednesday, July 29

Submitted by Lori Bower WINDOM, Kan. (July 28, 2026) — About 50 people gathered Monday evening to celebrate the unveiling of a new community mural along Main Street in Windom. The mural was created through a partnership between the Windom Beautification Committee, artist and Little River... Read More.

Abandoned Pups Ready to Adopt

Wednesday, July 29

A group of puppies abandoned in a Walmart parking lot in McPherson are now ready to find permanent homes. Mama Shrimpy and her five puppies are available for adoption after being rescued in May when the week-old pups were found abandoned at the Walmart parking... Read More.

Pretty Prairie Man Dies in Crash Near Newton

Wednesday, July 29

The Kansas Highway Patrol has identified the driver killed Tuesday in a crash west of Newton. Troopers say a dump truck heading south on U.S. 50 near Ridge Road did not stop at the sign and hit an eastbound Cadillac driven by 43-year-old Justin Farley... Read More.

Suspected Human Remains of Missing Butler County Man Found

Wednesday, July 29

The search for a missing Butler County man has ended after human remains were discovered in a wooded area approximately one mile from where he was last seen. Search crews found human remains in Butler County during the search for 77-year-old Fred Dieter, who had... Read More.

Three Day Grace Period Will Stand

Wednesday, July 29

The Kansas Court of Appeals has upheld a ruling that reinstates the three-day grace period for returning mail-in ballots ahead of the August 4 primary election. The court denied Secretary of State Scott Schwab’s request to keep legislation ending the grace period. For now, mail-in ballots... Read More.

Crosswalk Work at Hartup and Euclid

Tuesday, July 28

A traffic reminder for drivers in McPherson: the north portion of the intersection at Hartup and Euclid Streets is closed for about two weeks while crews reconstruct the crosswalk area and ADA ramps. The work is weather permitting. Drivers are encouraged to use caution and... Read More.

Cemetery Recognized for Outstanding Service to Veterans

Tuesday, July 28

The McPherson City Cemetery is being recognized for its outstanding service to veterans. The Veterans of Foreign Wars recently awarded the cemetery a Certificate of Meritorious and Distinguished Service, honoring the staff’s dedication to maintaining a place of dignity and respect for those who served. According... Read More.