McPherson News

KFB Honors Members, Friends at 105th Annual Meeting

Tuesday, December 5

By Kansas Farm Bureau MANHATTAN, Kan. — Members from McPherson County joined nearly 400 Farm Bureau members of Kansas during Kansas Farm Bureau's 2023 Annual Meeting in Manhattan Dec. 2-4. They wrapped up important business for their farm organization after debating and adopting policy statements... Read More.

McPherson City Commissioners Adopt Ordinance Related to Chronic City Code Violators, Enhancing Fines to Start at $500 for First Determination of Chronic Violation

Tuesday, December 5

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson City Commissioners Tuesday adopted an ordinance adding a new section to city codes related to chronic violators of city codes. The ordinance was developed by City Attorney Jeff Houston in the wake of multiple instances of persons being... Read More.

One Killed, One Injured in Wreck Monday Night Near Marion

Tuesday, December 5

By Lucky Kidd A Centre High School student was killed, and another critically injured in a Monday night crash near Marion.The Kansas Highway Patrol said a car driven by Dwayne Moenning, 17, of Lost Springs was eastbound on 190th Street, or K-256, just after 6:15... Read More.

McPherson County Commission Approves Changes to Floodplain Rules and Revisions to Zoning Regulations

Monday, December 4

Highlights from McPherson County Commission Meeting Dec. 4 By Lucky Kidd MCPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson County Commission Monday approved new model codes for subdivision regulation and floodplain management, and revisions to zoning regulations and the official zoning map. Planning and Zoning Administrator Jon Kinsey said... Read More.

K-State Comes Up Clutch in Overtime over North Alabama, 75-74

Saturday, December 2

MANHATTAN, Kan. (KStateSports.com) – Kansas State scored 13 straight points, including the last 5 in regulation to force overtime, as the Wildcats seized the momentum to overtake North Alabama, 75-74, in the extra period on Saturday afternoon before 9,528 fans at Bramlage Coliseum.Read More.

Extending the Holiday Magic

Friday, December 1

By Jennifer M. Latzke, Farm Progress There’s a seasonality to agritourism.But what if there’s a way that you could extend the magic of the season? Many operators are turning to side gigs to extend their businesses and add income.Michelle and Aaron Peck own... Read More.

Kansas Gas Service Wants to Help You Save This Winter

Friday, December 1

Kansas Gas Service Hosts McPherson Chamber Connection Nov. 30 By Brenna Eller McPHERSON, Kan. — Kansas Gas Service hosted the Chamber Connection for the McPherson Chamber of Commerce on Thursday, Nov. 30. Katie Bowers, Kansas Gas Service Community Relations Manager from Manhattan shared that the communication team... Read More.

FHSU December Commencement Plans Underway

Friday, December 1

By University Communications HAYS, Kan. – Fort Hays State University will recognize approximately 1,157 graduates during its fifth annual fall commencement ceremonies on Friday, Dec. 15 (in person) and Saturday, Dec. 16 (virtual).Graduates who have chosen to participate in person will be honored in two... Read More.

K-State Commencement Ceremonies to Recognize Summer, Fall 2023 Degree Candidates

Friday, December 1

By Rafael Garcia, K-State News MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas State University will see nearly 1,300 candidates for graduation this fall at commencement ceremonies set for Friday, Dec. 8, in Manhattan and Salina and Saturday, Dec. 9, in Manhattan. Candidates from both the summer... Read More.

27th Annual Community Christmas Dinner

Thursday, November 30

McPHERSON, Kan. — Would you be interested in volunteering for the 27th Annual Community Christmas Dinner?The Community Christmas Dinner will be on Dec. 25, 2023, at the McPherson Community Building. Doors will open at 11:15 a.m. and meals will be served from 11:30 a.m.... Read More.

KDOT Announces Approved November Bids

Thursday, November 30

By the Kansas Department of Transportation TOPEKA, Kan. — The Kansas Department of Transportation announces approved bids for state highway construction and maintenance projects. The letting took place Nov. 15, 2023, in Topeka. Some of the bids may include multiple projects that have been bundled... Read More.

McPherson Structure Fire at 900 Block of North Myers

Wednesday, November 29

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson firemen were called out during the noon hour Wednesday to a structure fire in the 900 block of North Myers.Fire Chief TJ Wyssmann told Ad Astra News the fire originated in the garage on the north side of... Read More.