McPherson News

Emergency HEAL Grants Available to Stabilize Rural Downtown Buildings

Friday, February 2

By the Kansas Department of Commerce TOPEKA, Kan. – Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland announced on Feb. 1 that $500,000 will be available under the Emergency Response Historic Economic Asset Lifeline (Emergency HEAL) program to bring rural downtown buildings back from likely... Read More.

Kobach Announces Annual Crime Victims’ Service Awards Open for Nominations

Friday, February 2

By the Office of the Kansas Attorney General TOPEKA, Kan. – Five awards that recognize service to victims of crime are open for nomination, Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach announced Jan. 31, 2024 The awards recognize agencies, organizations and individuals who provide exemplary service to victims... Read More.

Aaron Meis Joins McPherson College as Executive Vice President

Friday, February 2

By McPherson College McPHERSON, Kan. – McPherson College announces Dr. Aaron Meis will join the college as executive vice president, providing leadership for institutional strategy, planning, and execution of the Community by Design 2.0 plan. In addition, Dr. Meis will supervise enrollment and student success,... Read More.

Remembering Longtime McPherson Business and Civic Leader Robert “Bob” Moore

Thursday, February 1

By Lucky Kidd Robert “Bob” Moore, a longtime business and civic leader in McPherson, passed away Thursday at Pine Village in Moundridge. He was 80. Moore was best known to the public as owner with his wife Lois of Sir Robert's Restaurant and Catering and... Read More.

TV Legend Jay Leno Narrates McPherson College’s Historic Finish at Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance

Thursday, February 1

Documentary set to premiere February 13 in McPherson By McPherson College McPHERSON, Kan. – McPherson College announced today that legendary television host and comedian Jay Leno would narrate “The Path to Pebble,” a documentary that tells the incredible story of McPherson College’s decade-long journey to compete... Read More.

Bethany College Forges Transformative Partnership with Lindsborg Child Development Center

Wednesday, January 31

By Bethany College LINDSBORG, Kan. - In a strategic move to enhance the educational experience for its students and contribute to the local community, Bethany College has officially entered a groundbreaking partnership with the Lindsborg Child Development Center (LCDC). This collaboration comes as a response... Read More.

McPherson College Establishes $500,000 Scholarship Fund Honoring the Late Classic Car Expert Alex Finigan

Tuesday, January 30

By McPherson College McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson College today announced that an anonymous donor has established a $500,000 endowed scholarship fund for its Automotive Restoration students in honor of Alex Finigan, a respected classic car expert and beloved automotive enthusiast, who passed away in April... Read More.

McPherson City Commissioners Approve Final Change Order on Veranda West Street Project, City Internship Program

Tuesday, January 30

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson City Commission Tuesday approved a final change order on the Veranda West Street project. The change order from Andale Construction reflects the actual material quantities used, which resulted in a cost savings of just over $33,000. Approval... Read More.

Salina Teacher Arrested in Newton Investigation and Facing Charges from Arrest

Tuesday, January 30

By Lucky Kidd SALINA, Kan. — More details have been released involving the arrest of a teacher at Lakeview Middle School in Salina on Monday. The Salina Police Department said their officers had gone to the school to assist Newton Police Detectives who had a search... Read More.

Topeka Artists Exhibit Works at McPherson College Gallery

Monday, January 29

By McPherson College McPHERSON, Kan. – The artwork of Topeka artists Barbara Waterman-Peters and Larry Peters is showing in an exhibition at the Friendship Hall gallery of McPherson College now through the end of March. “Barbara and Larry are a power couple in the fine arts... Read More.

McPherson College’s Lingenfelter Concert Series Features Piano Duo

Monday, January 29

By McPherson College McPHERSON, KANSAS – One of the most sought-after piano duo performers, The Long Duo, will perform at McPherson College as part of the Fern Lingenfelter Artist Series on Sunday, February 25, at 4 p.m. in Mingenback Theatre. Admission to the performance is... Read More.

Kansas Tourism Celebrates Kansas Day by Launching 2024 Marketing Campaign

Monday, January 29

By the Kansas Department of Commerce TOPEKA, Kan. — To commemorate Kansas Day, Kansas Tourism has released a new video inviting audiences to reclaim their vacation in Kansas. The video kicks off Kansas Tourism’s 2024 marketing campaign that focuses on the true meaning of a... Read More.