McPherson News

KDOT Announces Approved May Bids

Monday, June 10

By Kansas Department of Transportation KANSAS (June 6, 2024) - The Kansas Department of Transportation announces approved bids for state highway construction and maintenance projects. The letting took place May 22, 2024, in Topeka. Some of the bids may include multiple projects that have been... Read More.

Popular Walk Kansas Program Sets Sights on 25th year

Monday, June 10

By Pat Melgares, K-State Research and Extension news service MANHATTAN, Kan. — Just days past the conclusion of the 2024 Walk Kansas program, Sharolyn Jackson already has her sights set on next year’s event. That’s because Jackson – the program’s coordinator since its creation... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces 12 Rural Communities and Organizations to Receive Funding for Mural and Public Art Projects

Monday, June 10

By the Kansas Department of Commerce TOPEKA, Kan. (June 7, 2024) – Governor Laura Kelly announced that 12 communities and organizations will receive a combined $78,800 to allow 20 new murals and public art projects to revive public spaces and engage residents and visitors. “Murals and... Read More.

Heavy Rain and Wind Causes Flooding, Power Outages

Sunday, June 9

By Lucky Kidd Late Saturday night storms brought high winds, heavy rain and flooding to parts of Kansas Saturday night into early Sunday morning. Wind gusts between 60-70 miles an hour were reported across many areas of southwest into parts of central Kansas, with the... Read More.

Leading Kansas Internet Provider IdeaTek Celebrates 25 Years

Saturday, June 8

By IdeaTek BUHLER, Kan. — In 1999, a high school senior project in Buhler, Kansas, took root. Over the past 25 years, it has transformed into IdeaTek, the leading fiber internet service provider in Kansas. This year marks IdeaTek's 25th anniversary, a significant milestone that highlights the... Read More.

MEDIA ALERT: McPherson Recreation Commission to Hold Special Meeting Monday, June 10 at 11 AM

Friday, June 7

By Wayne Burns, Public Lands and Facilities Director McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson Recreation Commission will hold a special meeting next week to discuss non-elected personnel. The public meeting will begin at 11:00 AM on Monday, June 10th, and will be held at the USD... Read More.

USD 418 Board Considering Recommendation for 30 Cent Increase in School Meals

Friday, June 7

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson USD 418 Board of Education Monday will consider a recommendation for a 30 cent across the board increase in school breakfast and lunch prices which are already among the highest in the region for comparable districts. Director of... Read More.

Bethany College and MCCSEC Launch Innovative Scholarship Program to Address Special Education Teacher Shortage

Thursday, June 6

By Bethany College LINDSBORG, Kan. (MAY 29, 2024) — In partnership with the McPherson County Special Education Cooperative (MCCSEC), Bethany College is excited to announce the launch of the Pathway to SPED scholarship program. This initiative addresses the critical shortage of special education teachers in... Read More.

McPherson High School Honor Roll

Thursday, June 6

McPherson High School Honor Roll Semester 2 2023-24 Congratulations to the McPherson High School students who made 2nd Semester Honor Roll for the 2023-24 school year!

Moundridge Police Department Identifies Two Juvenile Suspects Involved in Recent Home Burglary

Wednesday, June 5

MOUNDRIDGE, Kan. — After a thorough investigation, the Moundridge Police Department has identified two juvenile suspects connected to a recent home burglary reported Saturday. On June 1, 2024, a concerned citizen reported that his residence had been broken into at some point while he was... Read More.

Slate of Chamber Board Members

Wednesday, June 5

By the McPherson Chamber of Commerce McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson Chamber of Commerce appointed a Nominating Committee in accordance with its bylaws, in which members Carlyn Lemon, Tiffani Floyd, Clint Church, and Chad Hitt are to present a slate of potential candidates to replace... Read More.

Mosquito Spraying Rescheduled

Wednesday, June 5

By Wayne Burns, City of McPherson Public Lands & Facilities Director McPHERSON, Kan. — With the storm that blew through McPherson last night, staff was not able to perform mosquito spraying. The City has rescheduled for tonight. Please note, the City is scheduled to spray for... Read More.