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All Schools Day Button Hunt Licenses on Sale

Sunday, April 26

The McPherson County All Schools Day Button Hunts are back for 2026. This year's button hunt will begin Friday May 1st at 6:00 AM and will conclude at 11:59 PM Thursday May 7th. As in past years, there will be two button hunts.... Read More.

Two People Injured in Weekend Crashes

Sunday, April 26

Two people were injured in weekend crashes in central Kansas. One person received serious injures in a two vehicle crash Friday evening north of Hutchinson. The Reno County Sheriff's office said preliminary investigation indicated an SUV driven by Isaiah Suter-Tan was northbound... Read More.

David J. Nutt Fund Awards $313,100 to Five Lindsborg Organizations

Saturday, April 25

Five Lindsborg area organizations will share in $313,100 in grants awarded from the annual Legacy Grant round of The David J. Nutt Fund, administered by the McPherson County Community Foundation. Legacy grants are designed to create long-term impact in the Lindsborg community by funding... Read More.

Moundridge Kindergarten Teacher Anita Beasley Named April Classroom Hero Award Recipient

Friday, April 24

MOUNDRIDGE, Kan. — Kindergarten teacher Anita Beasley has brought warmth, positivity and a steady commitment to the students, families and colleagues of Moundridge Elementary School for nearly 30 years. Ad Astra Radio is proud to announce Mrs. Beasley as this month’s recipient of the Classroom... Read More.

McCSEC Names New Executive Director

Friday, April 24

The McPherson County Special Education Cooperative (McCSEC) announced Friday afternoon the selection of Katherine Herrman as its next Executive Director. Ms. Herrman will assume the role in July. She currently serves as Director of the Rice County Special Services Cooperative in Lyons. Ms. Herrman... Read More.

Final USD 418 Superintendent Candidate Named

Friday, April 24

Bill Biermann is the final candidate for McPherson USD 418 Superintendent of Schools. Biermann will be taking part in a meet and greet this afternoon from 4-5 PM at the Central Office prior to his interview with the Board of Education this evening. Biermann... Read More.

Lindsborg Community Hospital to Host Brain Health Day

Wednesday, April 22

Lindsborg Community Hospital, in partnership with the University of Kansas Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center, will host a Brain Health Day on Wednesday, May 6, offering free memory screenings to the community. The event is designed to raise awareness about cognitive health and provide individuals... Read More.

Outlet Channel Project at Kanopolis Dam Extended

Wednesday, April 22

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Kansas City District, has announced an extension to the major outlet channel repair project at Kanopolis Dam. The project will now include the placement of additional riprap downstream to increase erosion protection, with an expected completion date in... Read More.

Shooting Suspect Makes Court Appearance

Wednesday, April 22

The man charged in connection with the January 31st shooting death of Joshua Soden near Inman was back in McPherson County District this morning for a brief hearing. The attorney for Daniel Hawkinson, Charles Lindberg, told District Judge John Klenda there is a... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announced $18.9 Million in Kansas Airport Grants

Tuesday, April 21

TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly today announced $18.9 million for 53 airport development projects across Kansas. By leveraging local matches, the awards will contribute $95 million in total improvements to the state’s aviation network. The funding supports the planning, construction, and rehabilitation of public-use general... Read More.

Lindsborg Museum Celebrates Kansas Agriculture at Millfest on May 2

Tuesday, April 21

New attractions this year include pancake, waffle breakfast; Museum’s restored antique tractor; Notable peak in arts & crafts vendors Millfest returns to Lindsborg on May 2, 2026, bringing with it a blend of tradition and new experiences – including the largest lineup of arts and... Read More.

McPherson Student Wins State Arbor Day Poster Contest

Tuesday, April 21

For the second year in a row a student at Eisenhower Elementary School in McPherson has won the Kansas Arbor Day Poster Contest. 5th Grader Isabel Perry was honored during Tuesday's McPherson City Commission meeting as it adopted the annual Arbor Day proclamation. ... Read More.