McPherson News

Commerce Updates ROZ Student Loan Repayment Program

Thursday, April 18

By the Kansas Department of CommerceTOPEKA, Kan. — Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland today announced significant changes to the Rural Opportunity Zones (ROZ) program that could increase participation in student loan repayments for people moving to rural Kansas counties.Individuals who earn an associate... Read More.

KHP 2024-06 FY24 Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) Call for Applications

Thursday, April 18

By the Kansas Highway Patrol KANSAS — The Kansas Highway Patrol, as the State Administrative Agency (SAA) for the Nonprofit Security Grant Programs (NSGP) announces a “call for applications” to the FY2024 State NSGP funding opportunity.This funding opportunity is for physical security enhancements and other... Read More.

Faber, Stevens to Speak at Tabor College Commencement

Wednesday, April 17

By Tabor College HILLSBORO, Kan. — Two Tabor College professors, David Faber, Ph.D., and David Stevens, Ed.D., will speak at its 114th Commencement exercises on Saturday, May 4.The college will hold two ceremonies this year, recognizing undergraduate students at 10 a.m., graduate students at... Read More.

Barton Community College Announces Fall 2023 Graduates

Wednesday, April 17

By Barton Community College Barton Community College has announced its list of graduates who earned associate degrees or certificates for career training during the fall semester of 2023. In-State students: Belleville Ty Sothers, A.A.S.Burdett Rachel McJunkin, A.A. Elizabeth Rasmussen, A.S.Chapman Joshua Hettenbach, A.A.S. Dylan Meyer, A.S.Cheney Rylan Doshier, A.S.Clay Center Chayla Maichel, Child... Read More.

Governor Kelly Tours Prairie View, Inc. on “Healthy Workers, Healthy Economy” Tour

Wednesday, April 17

By the Kansas Office of the Governor NEWTON, Kan. — Today, Governor Laura Kelly toured the Adult Outpatient Program, Crisis Services Department, and Behavioral Urgent Care Center at Prairie View, Inc. in Newton. During this stop on her “Healthy Workers, Healthy Economy” tour, Governor Kelly... Read More.

Numerous Career Opportunities Available at Commerce Virtual Job Fair

Wednesday, April 17

By the Kansas Department of Commerce TOPEKA, Kan. — Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland encourages Kansas jobseekers and employers seeking new talent to participate in this month’s Virtual Statewide Job Fair. Hosted by KANSASWORKS, the job fair will take place from 8:00... Read More.

McPherson County Sheriff’s Office Requests Information Pertaining to Windom Cemetery Headstone Damages

Wednesday, April 17

By Brenna Eller McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — On Wednesday, April 17, McPherson County Crimestoppers shared that sometime after April 8, 2024, approximately 40 headstones were damaged at Windom Cemetery.The McPherson County Sheriff's Office is currently requesting assistance from anyone with information pertaining to the damages... Read More.

Ad Astra Radio’s April Peoples Bank and Trust Classroom Hero Recipient Sarah Colaw

Tuesday, April 16

By Brenna Eller McPHERSON, Kan. — Ad Astra Radio is proud to announce Sarah Colaw, a teacher for Students Transitioning Into Vocations Education (S.T.R.I.V.E.), as the most recent recipient of the Classroom Hero Award presented by Peoples Bank and Trust.Each month, Ad Astra Radio randomly... Read More.

Videos Series Brings Voice to Work Zone Awareness

Tuesday, April 16

By the Kansas Department of Transportation TOPEKA, Kan. – April 15 through April 19 is National Work Zone Awareness Week. But for Kansas Department of Transportation crews and contract workers, their lives depend on work zone awareness every week of the year.In highway construction... Read More.

McPherson Board of Public Utilities Recognized for Reliable Electric Service to the Community

Tuesday, April 16

By the McPherson Board of Public Utilities McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson Board of Public Utilities has received national recognition for achieving exceptional electric reliability in 2023 for performance in 2018-2022. The recognition comes from the American Public Power Association (APPA), a trade group that represents... Read More.

McPherson Community Brass Choir to Present Spring Concert Sunday, April 28

Tuesday, April 16

By the McPherson Community Brass Choir McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson Community Brass Choir will present its Spring concert Sunday, April 28th at 7:00 p.m. at the McPherson Church of the Brethren. Admission is free. The 16-piece brass choir under the direction of Jerry Toews is... Read More.

AMERICAN PICKERS to Film in Kansas

Monday, April 15

By the American Pickers TV Show, Cineflix Productions KANSAS — The American Pickers are excited to return to Kansas! They plan to film episodes of The History Channel hit television series throughout your area in June 2024.AMERICAN PICKERS is a documentary series that explores... Read More.