McPherson News

KHP Encourages Safe Thanksgiving Travel

Friday, November 17

By the Kansas Highway Patrol KANSAS — Kansas roads will soon be busy with holiday travelers going to and from their destinations for Thanksgiving. The Kansas Highway Patrol, along with other law enforcement agencies across the state, will participate in the annual Special Traffic Enforcement... Read More.

MCCF Honors 2023 Philanthropist of the Year Jo French and Organization of the Year McPherson Housing Coalition

Friday, November 17

By McPherson County Community Foundation McPHERSON, Kan. — On Tuesday, McPherson County Community Foundation hosted a celebration in the honor of the 2023 Philanthropist of the Year Jo French. French received her award for her work with the opera house and with Apartment 6... Read More.

KHP Seeking Witnesses to Fatality Collision in Johnson County

Thursday, November 16

By the Kansas Highway Patrol JOHNSON COUNTY, Kan. — The Kansas Highway Patrol is seeking assistance from the public to identify witnesses and additional information concerning a hit and run fatal collision that occurred on November 14, 2023, at approximately 5:45pm. This collision occurred on... Read More.

Bethany College Receives a $500,000 Matching Fund

Wednesday, November 15

By Bethany College LINDSBORG, Kan. — On November 14 – Bethany College recently hosted a service of celebration and thanksgiving to unveil a groundbreaking gift poised to profoundly shape the future of our cherished institution. An anonymous benefactor's immense generosity has bestowed upon the college... Read More.

Volunteers Still Needed for Community Thanksgiving Dinner Nov. 23

Wednesday, November 15

By Ad Astra News McPHERSON, Kan. — Volunteers are still needed for the 28th Annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner on Nov. 23, 2023, at the Community Building. Volunteers of all ages are welcome to help with setup on Wednesday and cleanup on Thursday after the meal. The... Read More.

Hunter Dickinson Stars as No. 1 Kansas Edges No. 17 Kentucky 89-84

Wednesday, November 15

CHICAGO, Ill. (AP) — Hunter Dickinson had a game-high 27 points and a career-high 21 rebounds as No. 1 Kansas overcame a 14-point second half deficit to beat No. 17 Kentucky 89-84 in the Champions Classic on Tuesday night at the United Center. BOX SCORE “What... Read More.

McPherson Museum & Arts Foundation Awarded $50K Grant for Native American Exhibit

Tuesday, November 14

By Brenna Eller McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson Museum & Arts Foundation received a $50,000 check from Kansas Tourism of the Kansas Department of Commerce today. The museum was one of 14 recipients of the 2023 Attraction Development Grant. The grant will fund a Native... Read More.

County Commissioners Receive Preliminary Estimate of Over $4.95 Million for Remodeling County Building, Approve Culvert Widening Project on 27th Ave

Tuesday, November 14

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson County Commissioners received a preliminary estimate of just over 4.95 million dollars Monday for remodeling of the County Building at 122 West Marlin. The project would provide remodeled meeting space on the 4th and 5th floors, remodel the... Read More.

Dan Hervey Presented With 2023 President’s Award at Annual Chamber Meeting

Monday, November 13

By the McPherson Chamber of Commerce McPHERSON, Kan. — The President’s Award winner is selected by the past presidents of the McPherson Chamber to recognize an individual for their valuable contribution and long-term impact on the McPherson business community. Dan Hervey was presented with the... Read More.

“The Moaniest Moan of Them All” Nominated for 2024 GRAMMY for Best Historical Album

Monday, November 13

By Brenna Eller McPherson jazz pioneer Loren McMurray lives on through his music. That was the original idea behind the reissue album done by the Co-Producers of the project. It was announced on Friday, Nov. 10 that the reissued album of McMurray's music and story has... Read More.

Update on McPherson City Election Results

Saturday, November 11

By Ad Astra News McPHERSON, Kan. — More ballot numbers came in on Thursday from the McPherson city and school board elections. Unofficial results are updated below: USD 418 School Bond Question: Yes votes: 2,004 No Votes: 2,259 McPherson County Liquor Question: Yes votes: 4,735 No votes: 1,959 USD 418 School Board... Read More.

October Home Sales Down, Prices Up

Friday, November 10

By Lucky Kidd Home sales during October in the Mid-Kansas area declined by 22.1 percent from a year ago. Prairie Land Realtors reports 95 homes were sold in their area last month through their Mid-Kansas Multiple Listing Service. The median sales price region-wide at $159,000... Read More.

KHP Encourages Safe Thanksgiving Travel

MCCF Honors 2023 Philanthropist of the Year Jo French and Organization of the Year McPherson Housing Coalition

KHP Seeking Witnesses to Fatality Collision in Johnson County

Bethany College Receives a $500,000 Matching Fund

Volunteers Still Needed for Community Thanksgiving Dinner Nov. 23

Hunter Dickinson Stars as No. 1 Kansas Edges No. 17 Kentucky 89-84

McPherson Museum & Arts Foundation Awarded $50K Grant for Native American Exhibit

County Commissioners Receive Preliminary Estimate of Over $4.95 Million for Remodeling County Building, Approve Culvert Widening Project on 27th Ave

Dan Hervey Presented With 2023 President’s Award at Annual Chamber Meeting

“The Moaniest Moan of Them All” Nominated for 2024 GRAMMY for Best Historical Album

Update on McPherson City Election Results

October Home Sales Down, Prices Up

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UPCOMING EVENTS

Legacies: Jim Richardson Exhibition

128th Annual Midwest Art Exhibition

Lenten Friday Fish Fry by Knights of Columbus

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