McPherson News

Fatal Officer-Involved Shooting in Salina

Thursday, July 25

By the Kansas Bureau of Investigation SALINA, Kan. — The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) is investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred Wednesday night in Salina, Kansas. The Salina Police Department requested the KBI conduct an investigation at around 8:45 p.m. on Wednesday, July 24. KBI... Read More.

Tiger Media Network Interns Explore Custom Harvesting in Documentary

Thursday, July 25

By FHSU News HAYS, Kan. — Every year, custom harvesters travel the country to cut wheat and other crops for farmers who don’t have the equipment or manpower to do it themselves, a service that is vital to agriculture in America. The new Tiger Media Network... Read More.

ReUse It Center Volunteer of the Month: Carol Fithian

Thursday, July 25

By the ReUse It Center McPHERSON, Kan. — We asked one of our board members, Carol Fithian, what she liked most about the ReUse It Center and this was her response. "Ruic is environmentally friendly. It keeps usable items out of landfills and it gives... Read More.

ReUse It Center July Donations

Wednesday, July 24

By the ReUse It Center McPHERSON, Kan. — The ReUse It Center was able to donate $4,500 for the month of July! A huge thank you to all volunteers and customers who make this possible! Live Free Ministries & The Omega Project The Omega Project is... Read More.

Drainage Project to Begin Monday, Intersection at Euclid and Ash to Close

Tuesday, July 23

By the City of McPherson McPHERSON, Kan. — Contractor Vogts-Parga Construction, LLC is scheduled to begin work on the Elm Street Drainage Project — Euclid Extension on Monday, July 29, 2024. During Phase I of the project, the intersection of Ash and East Euclid Street... Read More.

Legendary Pizza Ranch Guest Re-Completes Sunflower State in Quest to Visit All Locations

Tuesday, July 23

By Brenna Eller McPHERSON, Kan. — Jason Halkias, an Iowa man who has become known as the Legendary Pizza Ranch Guest across the United States visited the Pizza Ranch in McPherson on Monday, July 22 on an important mission to visit all 224 locations. "I'm up... Read More.

Kansas Arts Commission Funds Creative Projects Across State

Tuesday, July 23

By the Kansas Department of Commerce TOPEKA, Kan. — Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland today announced $1,295,450 has been awarded to 108 recipients in the latest round of Kansas Arts Commission (KAC) grant funding. The funds will support museums, arts education,... Read More.

McPherson City Commissioners Approve Bid from Pearson Golf Construction to Replace TCGC Irrigation System

Tuesday, July 23

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson City Commission Tuesday approved a $2.88 million bid from Pearson Golf Construction of Baldwin City to replace the irrigation system at Turkey Creek Golf Course. Five companies submitted bids on the project, the most interest show in a... Read More.

Atrium Owner Directed to Repair or Demolish Salina Property

Tuesday, July 23

By Lucky Kidd SALINA, Kan. — The owner of Hutchinson's Atrium Hotel and Conference Center has been ordered to repair or demolish a closed hotel property in Salina. Following a public hearing, Salina City Commissioners Monday adopted a resolution declaring the former Ambassador Hotel on... Read More.

Troopers Inspecting Buses to Prep for First Day of School

Monday, July 22

By the Kansas Highway Patrol Annually, the Patrol is charged with ensuring school buses are in working order before hitting the road The Kansas Highway Patrol will be working to ensure students are safe on their travels to and from school. Every July and August,... Read More.

Come Home to Kansas

Monday, July 22

By the McPherson Chamber of Commerce McPHERSON, Kan. — Who would you invite back to McPherson? Maybe it is that special friend who used to sit on your back porch while your kiddos chased fireflies, your cousins who you only get to catch up with... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces $10M for Broadband Projects in Rural Kansas

Monday, July 22

By the Kansas Department of Commerce TOPEKA, Kan. (July 19, 2024) — Governor Laura Kelly announced that $10 million has been awarded to 12 Internet Service Providers (ISPs) in the latest round of Broadband Acceleration Grants. The awards will be paired with an additional... Read More.