McPherson News

Salina Non-Profit Leader to be Featured on National Television Programs

Thursday, May 2

By the Love, Chloe Foundation SALINA, Kan. — In April, KSN announced the winner of their 2024 Remarkable Women initiative, Heidi Feyerherm-Smith. Heidi is the founder and executive director of the Love, Chloe Foundation, a Salina-based non-profit that serves childhood cancer families in Kansas and... Read More.

Students Excel at 2024 Collegiate DECA International Career Development Conference

Wednesday, May 1

By Tabor College HILLSBORO, Kan. — Ten Tabor College students traveled to the Collegiate DECA International Career Development Conference in Austin, Texas, and eight traveled home as national finalists. In just its third trip to compete against colleges and universities from across the globe,... Read More.

Mann, Pappas Introduce Legislation to Reduce Intoxicated Driving

Wednesday, May 1

By the Office of U.S. Congressman Tracey Mann WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Representatives Tracey Mann (KS-01) and Chris Pappas (NH-01) introduced the End Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) Act of 2024. The bipartisan legislation would create a national ignition interlock standard by encouraging states to... Read More.

Diaz Receives Kansas Independent College Scholarship

Wednesday, May 1

By McPherson College McPHERSON, Kan. — Wendy Diaz was recognized by the Kansas Independent College Foundation (KICF) for excellence in academics, character, and integrity, along with her commitment to the value of a private college education in Kansas. She was among 19 students from private... Read More.

National Weather Service Update for May 1, 2024

Wednesday, May 1

The National Weather Service (Wichita) shared an update for May 1, 2024, about severe weather expected for this afternoon into the evening. Areas west of Interstate -135 have the greatest chance for encountering severe storms this afternoon into the evening. The strongest storms will be... Read More.

Applications Open for Second Cohort of Kansas Commerce Rural Champions

Tuesday, April 30

By the Kansas Department of Commerce TOPEKA, Kan. (April 29,2024) — Lieutenant Governor and Commerce Secretary David Toland announced that the Office of Rural Prosperity has opened applications for the second cohort of Rural by Choice Champions. Offered in collaboration with the Patterson Family Foundation,... Read More.

Kansas Law Enforcement Memorial Services to be Held May 2 & 3

Monday, April 29

By Kansas Highway Patrol KANSAS — In honor of National Police Week, and National Peace Officers’ Memorial Day, the State of Kansas will be holding its annual Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony on Friday, May 3. A Candlelight Vigil will take place on Thursday, May 2.... Read More.

McPherson College Honors Alumni

Monday, April 29

By McPherson College McPHERSON, Kan. (April 26, 2024) — The McPherson College Citation of Merit award recipients for 2024 are Ron ’60 and Rita (Smallwood) ’61 Harden; Larry ’65 and Sandee (Hoover) ’65 Kitzel; and Sigrid Wagner Horner ‘70. These recipients exemplify the college’s mission... Read More.

Faithful Fans Sports Celebrates Grand Opening with Chamber Ribbon Cutting

Monday, April 29

By the McPherson Chamber of Commerce McPHERSON, Kan. — Faithful Fans Sports celebrated their April 22nd grand opening with a 4 o’clock Chamber Ribbon Cutting. Located at 201 S. Centennial Drive, Faithful Fans Sports is designed to bring in everyone from the gift giver to... Read More.

Members of Campus Community Honored at Light and Life Awards

Monday, April 29

By McPherson College McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson College Student Government Association honored campus community members at the Light and Life Awards ceremony on Sunday, April 28, at the McPherson Community Building. The awards recognize excellence outside of the classroom and are awarded to students,... Read More.

All Schools Day Button Hunt

Monday, April 29

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — Licenses are now on sale for the 2024 McPherson County All Schools Day Button Hunt, sponsored by First Bank Kansas and Peoples Bank and Trust. Again, this year there will be two hunts, one for a medallion featuring this year's... Read More.

STEPMC Hosts McPherson Chamber Connection in Time for Taco Tuesday, April 30

Friday, April 26

By Brenna Eller McPHERSON, Kan. — Steps To End Poverty in McPherson County (STEPMC) recently hosted the McPherson Chamber Connection at the First United Methodist Church on April 25. STEPMC's purpose as a non-profit organization is to transform the lives of those in McPherson County and... Read More.