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Injured Woman Rescued after Jumping Off Bridge

Monday, September 28

A woman is in critical condition after jumping about 70 feet from a bridge in Riley County Friday night. Police say emergency crews responded to a four-vehicle crash on highway K-18 near Ogden. The woman jumped from the bridge to avoid being hit by a vehicle.... Read More.

Homeland Security: ICE Not Conducting Worksite Operations in Kansas.

Monday, September 28

U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Markwayne Mullin says Immigration and Customs Enforcement is not conducting worksite operations in Kansas. This follows reports of temporary business closures in southwest Kansas, where some owners shut down over fears of ICE agents. About 150 people gathered in downtown... Read More.

McPherson College Theatre Kicks-Off Season with Big Production

Friday, September 25

More than 60 performers. A Shakespearean comedy. Twenty-two songs, sets, costumes, and a stage full of characters. For Jd. Bowman, professor of theatre, that combination makes the upcoming production of “As You Like It” both energizing and overwhelming. Opening Oct. 2-3, the musical adaptation of... Read More.

Funding Cut Has Sternberg Museum’s Future in Question

Friday, September 25

The future of Fort Hays State University’s Sternberg Museum remains uncertain. On Thursday, University President Tisa Mason spoke to the Hays City Commission, explaining that no official decisions have been made yet. The university is dealing with a $2.4 million reduction in state funding. Mason said... Read More.

Suicide Prevention and Awareness Walk is Saturday

Friday, September 25

The McPherson County Community Foundation will host its annual Suicide Prevention and Awareness Walk on Saturday, September 26, 2026. The event runs from 9 a.m. to noon at Memorial Park, located at 308 W. Kansas Ave. in McPherson. This walk is free and open... Read More.

Jazz’n Around the Plaza

Thursday, September 24

Washington Elementary Pre-K students spent an afternoon at the Music on the Plaza event in McPherson. Organized by the McPherson Park Department, the gathering gave young children a chance to enjoy a picnic lunch and dance while the McPherson College Jazz Band performed. The event aimed... Read More.

ADA Accessibility Discussion

Thursday, September 24

McPherson residents can learn about plans to improve ADA accessibility at the downtown plaza at a city-hosted informational session. On Monday, September 29th, community members can discuss the proposed upgrades and share feedback on how changes could impact access for people with disabilities. City officials... Read More.

3rd Annual Salt City Film Festival is Saturday

Thursday, September 24

Light, image, projection - even in the digital age the big screen still captures our attention like stories told around the campfire. Coming up this Saturday in Wichita, the Salt City Film Festival will be held on the big screen at Boulevard Theatres. Some 150... Read More.

FAFSA Form Now Open for Federal Student Aid Package

Wednesday, September 23

Today, the U.S. Department of Education announced that the 2027-2028 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form is online and available to the public, marking the earliest launch in the program’s history for the second year in a row. According to the Trump... Read More.

Chip Sealing Work on Portions of Main Street in McPherson

Wednesday, September 23

A traffic alert for drivers, as the City of McPherson continues chip sealing work downtown. Portions of Main Street from Kansas to 1st Street are still closed for maintenance. The city asks drivers to plan ahead and seek alternate routes. The work should be completed... Read More.

105 Kansas Counties, One Big Opportunity: Baker University Launches Statewide Scholarship Program

Tuesday, September 22

New Baker 105 initiative will seek talented students across Kansas, offering at least one qualified student from every county a full-tuition scholarship BALDWIN CITY, Kan. (Sept. 22, 2026) – Baker University, a premier private university rooted in liberal arts education and academic excellence, is launching... Read More.

Lindsborg City Council Tables Flock Camera Issue

Tuesday, September 22

The cameras remain in place and the conversation continues on whether to keep Flock cameras operational. Lindsborg residents gathered in City Hall on Monday to voice their concerns against the extension and or expansion of the Flock Safety camera system. Lindsborg currently has three automatic... Read More.