McPherson News

2024 All Schools Day Button Contest Entries Due Feb. 16

Friday, February 9

McPHERSON, Kan. — The deadline to submit entries for the McPherson County All Schools Day Button Contest is coming up fast! The ASD Button Contest is open to all area residents and entries must be submitted to the ASD Committee at PO Box 115, McPherson... Read More.

Kansas Tourism Announces Attraction Development Grants Spring Applications Open

Friday, February 9

By the Kansas Department of Commerce TOPEKA, Kan. — Kansas Tourism has announced the spring round of applications are open for the Tourism Attraction Development Grant Program. Attraction Development Grants are designed to assist in the development of sustainable travel experiences by developing new tourism... Read More.

KWU Official Found Dead this Morning

Thursday, February 8

By Lucky Kidd SALINA, Kan. — Salina Police are investigating the death of the head of Kansas Wesleyan University's teacher education department. In a statement from KWU, Dr. Eileen St. John passed away in her office this morning. Emergency personnel responded to the campus about 7:45... Read More.

Governor Announces Kansas Traffic Fatalities Lowest Since 2015

Wednesday, February 7

By the Kansas Department of Transportation TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly today announced that for the first time since 2015, Kansas saw less than 400 traffic fatalities last year. Preliminary data for 2023 indicates 388 people died in traffic crashes in Kansas, compared to... Read More.

Ulrich Zwingli Film to be Shown February 18

Wednesday, February 7

By Kathy Goering, publicity chairperson of the 150th celebration, "Schweitzers and Friends" MOUNDRIDGE, Kan. — There will be a rare opportunity to see a film about Ulrich Zwingli, a priest in the Reformed Grossmunster Church that opened scripture to the common man. The movie opened... Read More.

McPherson County Correctional Officer Arrested on Contraband Charge

Tuesday, February 6

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson County Sheriff's Office shared a press release today announcing the arrest of McPherson County Corrections Deputy Cheyenne Ratley. Ratley was identified as the suspect during an investigation initiated on Jan. 12, 2024, in reference to the introduction of contraband into... Read More.

McPherson City Commission Approves Contract with RDG Planning and Design to Update 2020 Housing Study for the City

Tuesday, February 6

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson City Commission Tuesday gave the OK to contract with RDG Planning and Design to update a 2020 housing study done for the city. Marty Shukert with RDG is currently updating a county-wide housing study for presentation at... Read More.

Budget Amendment to Increase Funding for Intellectual/Developmental Disability and Physical Disability Waivers Announced

Tuesday, February 6

$23M Investment Will Ensure 500 More Kansans Receive Critical Services By the Kansas Office of the Governor TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly today announced a Governor’s Budget Amendment to her Fiscal Year 2025 budget proposal to invest over $23 million for the Intellectual/Developmental Disability (I/DD)... Read More.

2024 AFA Scholarship Open for Applicants

Monday, February 5

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson Chamber of Commerce Agriculture Committee is now selecting recipients for the Agriculture Future of America (AFA) Scholarship, based on the students' leadership roles in organizations, community service, internship and work experiences, as well as financial need. To be eligible for... Read More.

Area Piano Students Will Learn from World-Class Musicians

Monday, February 5

By McPherson College McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson area piano students will be able to learn from world-class pianists Beatrice and Christina Long in a masterclass on Saturday, Feb. 24, at 10 a.m. at McPherson College's Mingenback Theatre. The sisters perform together as The Long Duo,... Read More.

OMEGA Award Becomes Optimist Award

Monday, February 5

By the McPherson Chamber of Commerce McPHERSON, Kan. — What began in 2005 by the McPherson Chamber of Commerce as the OMEGA (Outstanding McPherson area Eighth Grade Award) to recognize 8th grade students for making a difference in our community through their compassionate gestures, positive... Read More.

Join the 2024 Women’s Trip in Charleston, SC

Monday, February 5

By the McPherson Chamber of Commerce McPHERSON, Kan. — The Women’s Event Committee has put together an itinerary with a historic district hotel, scenic tours, and the opportunity to visit many of the iconic places Charleston has to offer. Check out the exciting itinerary... Read More.