McPherson News

Senator Marshall Visits Mercy Hospital, Kansas’s Newest Rural Emergency Hospital

Wednesday, February 21

By the Office of U.S. Senator for Kansas Roger Marshall MOUNDRIDGE, Kan. – U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. visited Mercy Hospital in Moundridge on Tuesday to learn about its transition to a Rural Emergency Hospital (REH) designation. Mercy Hospital is only the second hospital in... Read More.

Ad Astra Radio’s February Peoples Bank and Trust Classroom Hero Recipient Kari Pattison

Tuesday, February 20

By Brenna Eller McPHERSON, Kan. — Ad Astra Radio is proud to announce the most recent recipient of the Classroom Hero Award presented by Peoples Bank and Trust. 2nd Grade Teacher Kari Pattison has been teaching at Washington Elementary School since 2019. Mrs. Pattison has taught 5th Grade,... Read More.

Noffy’s Relocation Pending Fire Code Issue Report to McPherson Commissioners

Tuesday, February 20

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — After more than a half hour of discussion before a larger than usual audience, McPherson City Commissioners said this morning they were not ready to grant a certificate of occupancy to allow Noffy's Sandwich Shop & Pub to complete... Read More.

Dr. Carl Turner to Dedicate Full-Time Hours in Clinic, Discontinuing OB Care Services

Monday, February 19

By McPherson Center for Health McPHERSON, Kan. — Dr. Carl Turner has made the decision to dedicate full-time hours in our clinic, discontinuing to offer his obstetrical care services. Below is a message from Dr. Turner speaking to what this decision means for him and... Read More.

Empower Fitness Hosts Chamber Ribbon Cutting and Chamber Connection

Monday, February 19

By the McPherson Chamber of Commerce McPHERSON, Kan. — Paint and new flooring give 400 N. Maple Street a fresh look, but what really catches the eye upon walking in is the expanse of new exercise equipment lining the walls. A crowd gathered to welcome... Read More.

Feb. 20: Deadline to Register for 2024 Presidential Preference Primary Election

Monday, February 19

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — McPherson County Courthouse shared very important dates coming up regarding the Presidential Preference Primary (PPP). If you would like a ballot by mail, you must request it no later than close of business, Tuesday, Feb. 20! McPherson County Courthouse cannot... Read More.

KHP, KDOT Laud Senate Bill Altering ‘Move-Over’ Law to Cover all Vehicles Along Kansas Roads

Monday, February 19

Existing state law limited to police, fire, EMS, tow and maintenance vehicles By Tim Carpenter, Kansas Reflector TOPEKA, Kan. — Kansas Highway Patrol Capt. Candice Breshears can speak from experience about the danger of parking a cruiser on the side of a road perilously close... Read More.

Tabor College Concert Choir Releases 2024 Tour Schedule

Monday, February 19

By Tabor College HILLSBORO, Kan. — The Tabor College Concert Choir is headed north for its 2024 tour. This year’s concerts will occur in Kansas, Minnesota, Nebraska, and South Dakota. The Chamber Voices, Brass Ensemble, and For His Glory, Tabor’s Contemporary Christian music team, will join... Read More.

Hutchinson Clinic Announces Passing of Dr. Wade Gaeddert

Saturday, February 17

By Brenna Eller HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Clinic shared the passing of ENT physician, Dr. Wade Gaeddert yesterday afternoon. Dr. Gaeddert has been a part of the Hutch Clinic family since 2004. "His loss is deeply felt by all of us here," Hutchinson Clinic shared. "We... Read More.

Highlights from Feb. 13 City of McPherson Commission Meeting

Friday, February 16

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson City Commission has approved allocation of $60,000 in special drug and alcohol tax funds to four organizations. An advisory board earlier this month reviewed requests from Central Kansas Foundation for outpatient services, Omega Project for drug and... Read More.

Kansas Weighs Legalizing Death Penalty by Hypoxia After Alabama Execution

Friday, February 16

Kansas weighs legalizing death penalty by hypoxia after Alabama execution By Allison Kite, Kansas Reflector Some of Kansas’ top prosecutors are pushing state lawmakers to approve a new method for carrying out the death penalty, saying the state is nearing what could be its first... Read More.

CASA Annual Fundraiser T-Shirt Sponsorships Available

Thursday, February 15

By the McPherson County Community Foundation McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — CASA’s Annual Shirt fundraiser will help CASA, provide more training for our volunteers and retain their current volunteers. The opportunity will help them recruit more volunteers to help children in the community. Court Appointed Special Advocate... Read More.