McPherson News

McPherson County Correctional Officer Arrested on Contraband Charge

Tuesday, February 6

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson County Sheriff's Office shared a press release today announcing the arrest of McPherson County Corrections Deputy Cheyenne Ratley.Ratley was identified as the suspect during an investigation initiated on Jan. 12, 2024, in reference to the introduction of contraband into... Read More.

McPherson City Commission Approves Contract with RDG Planning and Design to Update 2020 Housing Study for the City

Tuesday, February 6

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson City Commission Tuesday gave the OK to contract with RDG Planning and Design to update a 2020 housing study done for the city. Marty Shukert with RDG is currently updating a county-wide housing study for presentation at... Read More.

Budget Amendment to Increase Funding for Intellectual/Developmental Disability and Physical Disability Waivers Announced

Tuesday, February 6

$23M Investment Will Ensure 500 More Kansans Receive Critical Services By the Kansas Office of the Governor TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly today announced a Governor’s Budget Amendment to her Fiscal Year 2025 budget proposal to invest over $23 million for the Intellectual/Developmental Disability (I/DD)... Read More.

2024 AFA Scholarship Open for Applicants

Monday, February 5

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson Chamber of Commerce Agriculture Committee is now selecting recipients for the Agriculture Future of America (AFA) Scholarship, based on the students' leadership roles in organizations, community service, internship and work experiences, as well as financial need. To be eligible for... Read More.

Area Piano Students Will Learn from World-Class Musicians

Monday, February 5

By McPherson College McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson area piano students will be able to learn from world-class pianists Beatrice and Christina Long in a masterclass on Saturday, Feb. 24, at 10 a.m. at McPherson College's Mingenback Theatre. The sisters perform together as The Long Duo,... Read More.

OMEGA Award Becomes Optimist Award

Monday, February 5

By the McPherson Chamber of Commerce McPHERSON, Kan. — What began in 2005 by the McPherson Chamber of Commerce as the OMEGA (Outstanding McPherson area Eighth Grade Award) to recognize 8th grade students for making a difference in our community through their compassionate gestures, positive... Read More.

Join the 2024 Women’s Trip in Charleston, SC

Monday, February 5

By the McPherson Chamber of Commerce McPHERSON, Kan. — The Women’s Event Committee has put together an itinerary with a historic district hotel, scenic tours, and the opportunity to visit many of the iconic places Charleston has to offer. Check out the exciting itinerary... Read More.

Emergency HEAL Grants Available to Stabilize Rural Downtown Buildings

Friday, February 2

By the Kansas Department of Commerce TOPEKA, Kan. – Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland announced on Feb. 1 that $500,000 will be available under the Emergency Response Historic Economic Asset Lifeline (Emergency HEAL) program to bring rural downtown buildings back from likely... Read More.

Kobach Announces Annual Crime Victims’ Service Awards Open for Nominations

Friday, February 2

By the Office of the Kansas Attorney General TOPEKA, Kan. – Five awards that recognize service to victims of crime are open for nomination, Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach announced Jan. 31, 2024The awards recognize agencies, organizations and individuals who provide exemplary service to victims... Read More.

Aaron Meis Joins McPherson College as Executive Vice President

Friday, February 2

By McPherson College McPHERSON, Kan. – McPherson College announces Dr. Aaron Meis will join the college as executive vice president, providing leadership for institutional strategy, planning, and execution of the Community by Design 2.0 plan. In addition, Dr. Meis will supervise enrollment and student success,... Read More.

Remembering Longtime McPherson Business and Civic Leader Robert “Bob” Moore

Thursday, February 1

By Lucky Kidd Robert “Bob” Moore, a longtime business and civic leader in McPherson, passed away Thursday at Pine Village in Moundridge. He was 80.Moore was best known to the public as owner with his wife Lois of Sir Robert's Restaurant and Catering and... Read More.

TV Legend Jay Leno Narrates McPherson College’s Historic Finish at Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance

Thursday, February 1

Documentary set to premiere February 13 in McPherson By McPherson CollegeMcPHERSON, Kan. – McPherson College announced today that legendary television host and comedian Jay Leno would narrate “The Path to Pebble,” a documentary that tells the incredible story of McPherson College’s decade-long journey to compete... Read More.