McPherson News

Jo Unruh, Connie Grennan and Nikolous Rempe Named 2024 McPherson County All Schools Day Button Hunt Winners

Thursday, May 9

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — The theme of the 2024 McPherson County All Schools Day Button Hunts factored into both the hunt's virtual location and where the medallion was found. Nikolous Rempe found the medallion early Wednesday morning at the base of a tree... Read More.

Congratulations 2024 Graduates

Wednesday, May 8

By Bethany College LINDSBORG, Kan. (May 3, 2024) — Bethany College conferred degrees upon 99 students in Presser Hall Auditorium on April 27, 2024. The ceremony honored students who earned Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Music, and Bachelor of Music Education from the college... Read More.

Dirty Water, Inconsistent Billing Plague Neighborhood Near Salina

Wednesday, May 8

‘You never know if it’s going to smell like sewage,’ a resident says of her tap water By Allison Kite, Kansas Reflector SALINE COUNTY, Kan. — Misty Livingston-Holmes has lived most of her life in her subdivision northwest of Salina. She loved growing up there, and... Read More.

Mastermind McPherson Update: Final Week

Tuesday, May 7

By McPherson County Community Foundation McPHERSON, Kan. — We have reached the final week of the Mastermind McPherson County Survey. While significantly more surveys have been received than last year, there are a few communities that we still need more responses. Amount needed from community: Canton: 9 Galva:... Read More.

McPherson City Commissioners Approve Wage Raises for Employees, Effective Monday

Tuesday, May 7

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — A raise is on the way for McPherson City Employees. As part of a large number of personnel related items City Commissioners Tuesday approved a seven percent across the board wage adjustment to be effective Monday, May 13. Four... Read More.

McPherson County Commissioners Take Possession of a Hat Rack with Significant History

Tuesday, May 7

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — McPherson County Commissioners took possession of a hat rack Monday, one that has a lot of history tied to it. Retired Sheriff and former Commissioner Harris Terry a few years back came into possession of a hat rack that... Read More.

Bethany College Receives Grant from McPherson County Community Foundation to Launch Cadaver Dissection Program

Tuesday, May 7

By Bethany College LINDSBORG, Kan. (April 15, 2024) — The McPherson County Community Foundation (MCCF) has awarded a generous grant to establish a groundbreaking Cadaver Dissection Program at Bethany College. This initiative, made possible by the Foundation's unwavering support and distribution of the David... Read More.

2024 SM Hanson Festival Jam

Monday, May 6

By the SM Hanson Music Inc. SALINA, Kan. — The night is almost here - the 38th year of the SM Hanson Festival Jam. This is the opening night event of the Smoky Hill River Festival and the highest attended event of the Festival. Attendance... Read More.

Button Bargains Begin

Monday, May 6

By the McPherson Chamber of Commerce McPHERSON, Kan. — When you purchase the $5 All Schools Day button, you not only get free admission to a variety of events, but you can also get Button Bargains! Participating businesses are providing special discounts to customers wearing... Read More.

Summer Food Program Schedule Announced

Monday, May 6

Shared by t he McPherson County Community Foundation McPHERSON, Kan. — The ‘Summer Food Program’ has announced its scheduled feeding times for the local schools in McPherson. Programs like these guarantee meals for those suffering from food insecurity. Three schools: Lincoln Elementary School, Roosevelt Elementary... Read More.

McPherson County Community Foundation Presents “Big Checks” to April Grant Recipients

Friday, May 3

By the McPherson County Community Foundation McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — Over the last week McPherson County Community Foundation (MCCF) has had plenty of chances to present ‘Big Checks’ to a few April Grant recipients. The Foundation also took the opportunity to talk with them... Read More.

Bethany College Announces Selection of Presidential Search Committee Members

Friday, May 3

By Bethany College LINDSBORG, Kan. (APR. 27, 2024) — Following a comprehensive selection process, the Bethany College Board of Directors announces members of the Presidential Search Committee appointed during their board meeting on April 26, 2024. The committee composition aligns with board by-laws, showcasing diverse... Read More.