McPherson News

Voting for 2024 Coolest Thing Made In Kansas Tournament Now Open

Thursday, August 29

16 Kansas-Made Products Earn Spot in 2024 Coolest Thing Tournament Voting Now Open For Coolest Thing Made In Kansas By the Kansas Manufacturing Council TOPEKA, KAN. — The Kansas Manufacturing Council (KMC) on Thursday announced the 16 products that made it into the 2024... Read More.

Statement from the Kansas Department of Commerce Regarding Allegations Made Publicly by Jonathan Clayton

Thursday, August 29

By the Kansas Department of Commerce TOPEKA, Kan. — While his death is unfortunate, the Department of Commerce believes it is necessary to provide clarity regarding allegations made publicly by former Department of Commerce Employee Jonathan Clayton. Clayton’s allegations of wrongdoing by the Department of Commerce... Read More.

Hutchinson Artists Exhibit at McPherson College’s Gallery

Thursday, August 29

By McPherson College McPHERSON, Kan. — A new exhibition featuring artwork from Hutchinson artists Don Fullmer and Scott Brown is on exhibit at McPherson College’s Friendship Hall through October 21. The exhibit features abstract paintings by Fullmer and mobiles made from reclaimed prints by Brown. “Abstract... Read More.

City of Galva in Water Emergency Due to Wells 1 and 2 Being Down, NO OUTSIDE WATERING IN MEANTIME

Thursday, August 29

By Brenna Eller GALVA, Kan. — The City of Galva shared a post on social media today at 8:45 a.m. alerting the public that Wells 1 and 2 weren't operating. "We are in a water emergency due to well 1 and well 2 being down and... Read More.

Drinking Water Advisory Rescinded for Sundowner West Mobile Home Park, Saline County

Thursday, August 29

By the Kansas Department of Health and Environment SALINE COUNTY, Kan. (UPDATED Aug. 29, 2024) — The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has rescinded a drinking water advisory for the Sundowner West Mobile Home Park public water supply system located in Saline... Read More.

United Way of McPherson County 2023 Workplace Campaign Awards

Wednesday, August 28

By United Way of McPherson County McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — United Way of McPherson County presented 2023 Workplace Campaign awards to five businesses during the month of August. United Way of McPherson County was started in 1955 and fights for the health, education and financial stability... Read More.

McPherson Board of Public Utilities Breaks Ground on their New Water Treatment Plant

Wednesday, August 28

By the McPherson Board of Public Utilities McPHERSON, Kan. — On August 27th 2024, The McPherson Board of Public Utilities marked the completion of their collection of projects known as the South Well Field Project (SWF) with a ribbon cutting ceremony at the new water... Read More.

ReUse It Center Volunteer of the Month: Norm Burgess

Wednesday, August 28

By the ReUse It Center McPHERSON, Kan. — Norm Burgess has been volunteering at The ReUse It Center since 2017. He works in receiving accepting donations 3 times a week. What the ReUse It Center means to Burgess: “I think when people come in and tell me... Read More.

Do Not Drink Advisory Issued for Sundowner West Mobile Home Park, Saline County

Tuesday, August 27

By the Kansas Department of Health and Environment SALINE COUNTY, Kan. — The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued Do Not Drink Advisory for the Sundowner West Mobile Home Park public water supply system located in Saline County. Customers should observe the following... Read More.

McPherson City Commissioners Approve No Parking Zone Along 100 Feet South of First Street on Hartup

Tuesday, August 27

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — A no parking zone along the 100 feet south of First Street on Hartup was approved by McPherson City Commissioners Tuesday. Public Works Director Jeff Woodward said they had received a request to restrict parking, and after evaluation by... Read More.

Newton Photo Contest Accepting Entries

Tuesday, August 27

By the City of Newton NEWTON, Kan. — The annual Best of Newton Photo Contest is now open. The contest has two categories this year: the Open category and People of Newton. The feature category can include photos of people doing daily activities, recreation, community events,... Read More.

Evaline Hess Healthcare Career Education Fund Scholarship Board Awards 17 Local Students Scholarships

Monday, August 26

By McPherson Center for Health McPHERSON, Kan. — The Evaline Hess Healthcare Career Education Fund Scholarship Board has proudly awarded 17 scholarships to local students pursuing careers in the health care industry. Each year, a dedicated trustee board carefully selects recipients from a pool of both... Read More.

Voting for 2024 Coolest Thing Made In Kansas Tournament Now Open

Statement from the Kansas Department of Commerce Regarding Allegations Made Publicly by Jonathan Clayton

Hutchinson Artists Exhibit at McPherson College’s Gallery

City of Galva in Water Emergency Due to Wells 1 and 2 Being Down, NO OUTSIDE WATERING IN MEANTIME

Drinking Water Advisory Rescinded for Sundowner West Mobile Home Park, Saline County

United Way of McPherson County 2023 Workplace Campaign Awards

McPherson Board of Public Utilities Breaks Ground on their New Water Treatment Plant

ReUse It Center Volunteer of the Month: Norm Burgess

Do Not Drink Advisory Issued for Sundowner West Mobile Home Park, Saline County

McPherson City Commissioners Approve No Parking Zone Along 100 Feet South of First Street on Hartup

Newton Photo Contest Accepting Entries

Evaline Hess Healthcare Career Education Fund Scholarship Board Awards 17 Local Students Scholarships

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