McPherson News

McPherson Chamber Civics Awareness Committee 2024 Legislative Update

Monday, March 25

By Brenna Eller McPHERSON Kan. — The McPherson Chamber of Commerce Civic Awareness Committee held their 2024 Legislative Update at the Kansas Municipal Utilities building on March 23, 2024. Senators Richard Wilborn and Michael Fagg and representatives Les Mason, Stephen Owens, and Paul Waggoner, all participated... Read More.

Slight Risks of Severe Storms Later Afternoon and Evening Sunday for Portions of Central Kansas

Sunday, March 24

By Lucky Kidd A slight risk of severe storms exists for later this afternoon and this evening for portions of central Kansas. The slight risk area is generally to the southwest of a line from Hays to McPherson to just east of the Wichita.The precipitation... Read More.

Two Area Cases Before Kansas Supreme Court Wednesday

Friday, March 22

By Lucky Kidd RENO/MCPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — The appeal of a Hutchinson man convicted of shooting to death Jose Morales in August 2015 during what was reported to be a drug deal gone bad will be heard by the Kansas Supreme Court Wednesday.A Reno County... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces North America’s Largest Roofing Manufacturer to Invest More than $300M; Create More than 130 Jobs in Newton

Wednesday, March 20

By Kansas Department of Commerce TOPEKA/NEWTON, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly announced today that GAF, a Standard Industries company and North America’s largest roofing and waterproofing manufacturer, will invest more than $300 million in Newton by constructing a new shingle plant. The estimated 275,000-square-foot facility... Read More.

Closing Reception Announced for Exhibition at Friendship Hall

Wednesday, March 20

By McPherson College McPHERSON, Kan. — A closing reception for the current exhibit in Friendship Hall at McPherson College will be held on Wednesday, March 27 at noon. The exhibit features the artwork of Topeka artists Barbara Waterman-Peters and Larry Peters. The reception will include... Read More.

Former MKC Coop President and CEO Dave Christiansen Inducted into Kansas Coop Hall of Fame

Wednesday, March 20

By Brenna Eller MOUNDRIDGE, Kan. — Former President and CEO of Mid Kansas Cooperative, Dave Christiansen of McPherson was recently inducted into the Kansas Coop Hall of Fame after a lifetime career in the cooperative system and 16 years at MKC.MKC shared that the recognition... Read More.

David Domino Joins Board of Directors of Farmers Alliance

Tuesday, March 19

By Farmers Alliance McPHERSON, Kan. — David Domino, CPCU, ARe, has been elected as a Director for the Farmers Alliance Companies, effective March 1, 2024. Dave joins the Farmers Alliance team, providing guidance, direction and oversight for the Companies’ property and casualty insurance operations. According... Read More.

Wall Park Lake Retaining Wall Repair Begins, Sen. Moran Secures McPherson Police Department $275K to Purchase Specialized Video Equipment and Command Trailer

Tuesday, March 19

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — A crew brought in by the manufacturer of the retaining wall panels along the Wall Park Lake has begun repairs to the wall, nearly half of which has collapsed. Public Works Director Jeff Woodward said the Lock and Load... Read More.

McPherson County and City Commissioners Approve Purchase of BearCat Armored Vehicle for McPherson County Special Response Team

Tuesday, March 19

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson County Commission Monday and McPherson City Commission Tuesday approved purchase of a new BearCat armored vehicle that will be used by the Sheriff's Office and McPherson Police Joint Response Team.Undersheriff James Bergstrom told County Commissioners their share... Read More.

Mayberry Chosen to Lead McPherson Fire Department

Tuesday, March 19

By the City of McPherson McPHERSON, Kan. — The City of McPherson is excited to announce the appointment of Chad Mayberry as new fire Chief for the McPherson Fire Department.Mayberry’s appointment was announced at the most recent City of McPherson Commission weekly meeting, ending a... Read More.

Swedish Pavilion Closed to Public Pending Completion Of Critical Structural Stabilization Repairs

Monday, March 18

By Adam Pracht, Lindsborg Old Mill & Swedish Heritage Museum LINDSBORG, Kan. — The Board of Directors of the Lindsborg Old Mill & Swedish Heritage Museum voted on Thursday, March 14 to close the museum’s 1904 World’s Fair Swedish Pavilion to the public until structural... Read More.

Governor Kelly Appoints Chris Kennedy as Secretary of Wildlife and Parks

Monday, March 18

By the Kansas Office of the Governor TOPEKA, Kan. (March 15, 2024) — Governor Laura Kelly announced today that she has appointed Chris Kennedy as Secretary of the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) effective March 18, 2024. Kennedy is preceded by Secretary Brad... Read More.