McPherson News

BPU Customers, Be on High Alert!

Friday, December 15

By the McPherson Board of Public Utilities McPherson, Kan. — Scammers are once again targeting customers in McPherson. DON’T FALL FOR IT!Here is the latest report:McPherson BPU just received a call from a customer who had just received a call from someone acting as if... Read More.

Moundridge Hires New City Administrator Jeremy Johnson

Friday, December 15

By Lucky Kidd Moundridge, Kan. — A new city administrator has been hired in Moundridge.The Moundridge City Council Thursday announced the hiring of Jeremy Johnson, effective January 1st.Johnson began his career with the city in 1995 as a street department laborer. In 2006, he moved... Read More.

McPherson Center for Health in Season of Transition

Friday, December 15

By McPherson Center for Health McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson Center for Health stated in a Facebook post this morning the following information:As many of you know, McPherson Center for Health is in a season of transition. We announced internally in November that two physicians, Dr. Buller... Read More.

Community Foundation Releases Over $45,000 in Dec.

Thursday, December 14

By McPherson County Community Foundation McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson County Community Foundation board has approved the following grant awards from the ‘Dream Fund’ and the David J. Nutt Fund for Lindsborg. A total of $46,065 was released from the two funds in Dec. ‘Dream Fund’... Read More.

Scooter’s Coffee ® and Reading Is Fundamental Share the Joy of Reading Through Fourth-Grade Reading Challenge in Frisco and North Texas

Thursday, December 14

Students Win an Unforgettable Bowl Game Experience By Scooter’s Coffee and Reading is Fundamental OMAHA, Neb. – Scooter’s Coffee has partnered with Reading Is Fundamental (RIF) to encourage fourth-grade students across Frisco and North Texas to read. Also, a special prize is in store for a... Read More.

Lindsborg Old Mill Museum Passing the Torch At Executive Director Position for Smooth Transition

Thursday, December 14

By Adam Pracht, Marketing and Communications Director at Lindsborg Old Mill & Swedish Heritage Museum LINDSBORG, Kan. — After guiding the Lindsborg Old Mill & Swedish Heritage Museum through two important and successful years – including the 125th anniversary of the Old Mill’s construction –... Read More.

Sen. Moran Applauds Passage of NDAA, Supports Military Readiness

Thursday, December 14

Legislation Includes Benefits for Military Spouses, New Investments at Fort Riley By the Office of U.S. Senator for Kansas Jerry Moran WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) today applauded the Senate’s passage of the FY2024 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). This legislation will now go... Read More.

Marshall Announces Funding for McPherson County Roadway Safety Improvements

Thursday, December 14

By the Office of U.S. Senator for Kansas Roger Marshall SALINA, Kan. — U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. today announced $560,000 in grant funding to McPherson County and its communities from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) grant program.“Maintaining... Read More.

Avian Influenza Identified in McPherson and Rice Counties

Tuesday, December 12

By the Kansas Department of Agriculture MANHATTAN, Kan. — The Kansas Department of Agriculture, in conjunction with the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (USDA–APHIS), has identified highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in two egg layer facilities — one in McPherson... Read More.

McPherson Fire Station 2 Groundbreaking Ceremony

Tuesday, December 12

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — Ground was broken Tuesday afternoon for the new McPherson Fire Station 2 on North Main. During the ceremony Fire Chief TJ Wyssmann outlined what the new station will mean for McPherson will bring, including improvement to response times on... Read More.

Capital Campaign for McPherson High School Athletic Field Meets Goal

Tuesday, December 12

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — The capital campaign for McPherson High School's athletic field has met its goal. Committee and Board of Education member Dan Lichty said cash and pledges for the project came to around $1.018 million, with $930,000 already paid in. The... Read More.

Kansans Can Vote Among 5 New Designs Adhering to Law Enforcement Needs through Friday, Dec. 15

Monday, December 11

By the Kansas Office of the Governor TOPEKA, Kan. – Governor Laura Kelly today shared how Kansans will be able to weigh in on the next State of Kansas license plate. Starting today, Kansans can go to KSPlates.kansas.gov to vote for their favorite plate... Read More.