McPherson News

KDOT Safe Routes to School Program Accepting Grant Applications for 2023-2024 School Year

Tuesday, October 17

By Kansas Department of Transportation KANSAS — Applications are being accepted for the Kansas Department of Transportation's Safe Routes to School (SRTS) program for its first year of Planning and Programming (P&P) grants.Safe Routes to School is a national program that promotes walking and bicycling... Read More.

Halloween Carnival, Free Admission this Year

Tuesday, October 17

By Ad Astra News McPHERSON, Kan. — The Halloween Carnival is back again, and the McPherson Optimist Club is excited for another fun evening of costumes, games, prizes and a lot of smiles! On Thursday, Oct. 26, start the evening off with Trick or Treat down... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces Administration Appointments

Tuesday, October 17

By the Kansas Office of the Governor TOPEKA, Kan. – Today, Governor Laura Kelly announced 10 appointments and 15 reappointments to the following state boards and commissions.Governor’s Military Council Purpose: To initiate, act upon, and consider all necessary strategies to optimize the military presence in Kansas.Lana... Read More.

Fatal Single Vehicle Accident in Marquette

Tuesday, October 17

By Ad Astra News MARQUETTE, Kan. — McPherson County Sheriff Department deputies were dispatched to a single vehicle accident on Smoky Valley Road near 6th Avenue on Saturday, Oct. 14, at approximately 08:10 a.m. On scene, deputies found a Kawasaki Mule rolled into the South... Read More.

A Decade of Honors: K-State Receives 10th Consecutive HEED Award

Tuesday, October 17

By Michelle Geering, K-State News and Communications Services MANHATTAN, Kan. — Insight Into Diversity magazine has recognized Kansas State University for the 10th consecutive year with the Higher Education Excellence in Diversity, or HEED, Award for its commitment to a welcoming environment.The award... Read More.

WACCC Crawl for Cancer 2023

Tuesday, October 17

By Brenna Eller McPHERSON, Kan. — Women and Children Combating Cancer of McPherson County held a Cancer Crawl fundraiser at five locations on Friday, Oct. 13 from 4 to 8:30.Hank's, Easy, Bob's Golf Club, Tres Amigos, and the American Legion hosted the pub crawl for... Read More.

KANSASWORKS Virtual Statewide Job Fair – Oct 25, 2023

Monday, October 16

By KANSASWORKS KANSAS — The next KANSASWORKS Virtual Statewide Job Fair is scheduled for Oct. 25, 2023 beginning at 8am and ending at 5pm. Employers can register at no cost for this upcoming event at https://app.premiervirtual.com/events/90cbcdb6-7817-4615-b644-27c135026090/kansasworks-virtual-statewide-job-fair-october-25,-2023 by selecting “Organization” and it will take you... Read More.

“Zoom-Zoom”

Monday, October 16

Known Motors - Vintage Mazda Restoration and Rotary Engine Repair Shop Hosts Ribbon Cutting By Brenna Eller McPHERSON, Kan. — Mason Polston, Owner of Known Motors, celebrated the Ribbon Cutting of his Vintage Mazda Restoration and Rotary Engine Repair shop with family, friends and the McPherson... Read More.

Woman Arrested on Attempted Murder Charge

Monday, October 16

By the City of Newton NEWTON, Kan. — A Newton woman was arrested on suspicion of attempted second-degree murder and other charges Friday evening after a disturbance in the 300 block of East Second Street.Newton Police responded to a report of a domestic disturbance at around... Read More.

Total of $140,002.86 Raised for Inman Nonprofits During Inman Community Foundation Match Week

Monday, October 16

By Inman Community Foundation INMAN, Kan. — Our final total from Match Week 2023 is $70,002.86. An incredible total from an incredible community. This mean that the Foundation, along with participating organizations, will be able to receive the 100% of the $70,000 match from the... Read More.

Voting Registration Deadline Oct. 17

Monday, October 16

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — Tuesday is the deadline to register to vote in the Nov. 7 city and school general election. It's at that election voters in McPherson USD 418 will consider the third bond proposal for the district in two... Read More.

McPherson Landfill Fire Saturday

Monday, October 16

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — Firefighters from five departments battled a fire at the McPherson County Landfill Saturday, Oct. 14. Water shuttles were utilized from McPherson to the scene for the large fire that produced a lot of smoke and limited visibility along... Read More.