McPherson News

????Celebrating 75 Years of KNEX-KMCP????

Wednesday, January 3

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — The month of January marks milestones for two Ad Astra Radio stations. On January 4th, 1949, KNEX 1540 AM signed on the air for the first time, climaxing a nearly two-year effort to bring local radio to McPherson. Now KMCP,... Read More.

Salina Symphony to Present “The Harmony Games” & Children’s Activities Jan. 28 at Stiefel Theatre

Tuesday, January 2

By Salina Symphony SALINA, KAN. — Bring your children or grandchildren to the Salina Symphony on Sun., Jan. 28, at 4 p.m. at the Stiefel Theatre for this year’s Family Concert, The Harmony Games. Enjoy an afternoon of music and more with The Harmony Games, a... Read More.

Salina Symphony to Present “American Patriots” Jan. 27 at Theatre Salina’s Black Box Theatre

Tuesday, January 2

By Salina Symphony SALINA, KAN. — Join the Salina Symphony for the inaugural concert of its new concert series, Out of the Box, performed in the intimate setting of Theatre Salina’s Sunflower Financial (Black Box) Theatre Jan. 27 at 4 p.m. & 7 p.m. The Symphony... Read More.

Becker and O’Dell Re-elected to McPherson County Commission for 2024

Tuesday, January 2

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — Keith Becker was re-elected chairman of the McPherson County Commission for 2024 during their annual reorganization at Tuesday's meeting. The meeting this week was moved from Monday due to New Year's Day. David O'Dell was re-elected vice chair... Read More.

McPherson City Commissioners Take Oath of Office for New Terms, City Appoints Britta Erkelenz as Interim City Administrator

Tuesday, January 2

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson City Commission has approved the start of the process to hire a new fire chief. This action comes after Chief TJ Wyssmann was placed on administrative leave; an action made public late last week. Division Operations Chief... Read More.

Update: McPherson Fire Chief Not Returning to Position After Being Placed on Administrative Leave

Saturday, December 30

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson Fire Chief TJ Wyssmann, who had been placed on administrative leave, apparently won't be returning to the position. In the wake of a number of rumors circulating around the community, Mayor Tom Brown confirmed to Ad Astra News in... Read More.

Bethany College Announces Appointment of Interim President, Dr. Steve Eckman

Friday, December 29

By Bethany College LINDSBORG, KAN. — Bethany College is excited to announce the appointment of Dr. Steve Eckman as the Interim President for the next 12-18 months. Currently serving as the Chancellor at York University in York, Nebraska, Dr. Eckman brings a wealth of... Read More.

McPherson Fire Chief on Administrative Leave

Friday, December 29

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson Fire Chief TJ Wyssmann has been placed on administrative leave. Mayor Tom Brown confirmed to Ad Astra News in an email Friday morning, in the wake of a number of rumors around the community regarding Wyssmann's status. Division Operation Chief... Read More.

Kansas Tops Nation in Economic Growth Over Fall 2023

Thursday, December 28

Kansas’ Economic Growth Was #1 in the Nation in the 3rd Quarter of 2023, #2 in the Nation in the 2nd Quarter By Kansas Department of Commerce TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly today celebrated that, according to data released by the Bureau of... Read More.

Natural Tree Disposal Site Offered

Wednesday, December 27

By the City of McPherson Park Department McPHERSON, Kan. — Through Jan. 15, 2024, those wishing to drop off their natural holiday trees for disposal and chipping will be able to do so. The drop off area will be in a designated area in the parking... Read More.

McPherson City Commission Approves 2024 Contracts and Agreements

Wednesday, December 27

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson City Commission Tuesday approved a number of 2024 contracts and agreement, including the fire protection contracts with McPherson and King City townships and Rural Fire District 10, which includes the south half of New Gottland Township. Each of... Read More.

ReUse It Center Makes Special Year-End Donations

Wednesday, December 27

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — 2023 was a successful year for the ReUse It Center in McPherson, with sales up 39 percent from 2022. As a result, they were able to make some extra year-end donations, which combined with earlier distributions to bring their... Read More.