McPherson News

Safety Stressed for Labor Day Holiday

Thursday, August 31

By the Kansas Highway Patrol KANSAS — The Kansas Highway Patrol encourages everyone to plan for a safe Labor Day Weekend. Excessive speed, inattention, and impaired driving are leading causes of traffic crashes. Troopers will be on the roadways enforcing Kansas laws, and available to... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces 35 Local Bridge Projects Across Kansas to Receive $42.3M

Thursday, August 31

By Kansas Department of Transportation DODGE CITY, Kan. – Governor Laura Kelly and Kansas Transportation Secretary Calvin Reed today announced that 35 local and off-system bridge projects across the state will receive a combined total of $42.3 million as part of two local bridge improvement... Read More.

Mark Wills at the McPherson Opera House Sept. 7

Thursday, August 31

McPHERSON, Kan. — There is still time to purchase tickets for country musician Mark Wills at the Historic McPherson Opera House at 7:30 p.m., on Sept. 7.The “19(90) Somethin’,” Grand Ole Opry member and country music superstar has had 19 singles that graced... Read More.

Gov. Kelly Reappoints Julie Wondra of McPherson to Kansas Board of Accountancy

Wednesday, August 30

TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly announced two appointments and eight reappointments to the state boards and council on Aug. 28 The Kansas Board of Accountancy carries out the laws and regulations governing certified public accountants in Kansas. One of two who were reappointed... Read More.

Free Expungement and Drug Registry Removal Event Sept 28

Wednesday, August 30

By Kansas Legal Services McPHERSON, Kan. — Kansas Legal Services is hosting an Expungement and Drug Registry Removal Event in McPherson on September 28th. The FREE legal services will be provided by KLS staff and by volunteer attorneys. Expungement and drug registry removal are vital to... Read More.

Maxwell Wildlife Refuge Sunset Fall Wildflower Photo Tour

Wednesday, August 30

CANTON, Kan. — There will be a photo opportunity for photography enthusiasts on Saturday, Sept. 2 on the Sunset Fall Wildflower Photo Tour from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Maxwell Wildlife Refuge, 2565 Pueblo Road, in Canton. For close up shots with the... Read More.

Rep. Mann Announces Applications Open for 2023 Military Academy Nominations

Wednesday, August 30

By the Office of U.S. Congressman Tracey Mann WASHINGTON, D.C. – This week, U.S. Representative Tracey Mann (KS-01) announced the opening of military service academy nominations through his Congressional office. Rep. Mann invites students from the Big First District who wish to pursue military service to... Read More.

The “Dish” on Burnin’ Down Main 2023

Wednesday, August 30

21st Annual Burnin' Down Main Cook-Off and Dessert Contest Oct. 7, 2023 McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson Main Street invites you to put your cooking and judging skills to the test on Oct. 7 for the 21st Annual Burnin' Down Main.If you aren't entering in the contests,... Read More.

Annual Summer Arts Program Exhibition

Wednesday, August 30

By Smoky Valley Arts & Folklife Center LINDSBORG, KAN. – Smoky Valley Arts & Folklife Center will host its annual Summer Arts Program exhibition beginning September 8 and continuing through October 1. An opening reception is scheduled for Sunday, September 10 from 2 to 4... Read More.

Kansas Corporation Commission Utilities Staff Responds to Evergy’s Rate Increase Proposal in Testimony Filed This Afternoon

Tuesday, August 29

By the Kansas Corporation Commission TOPEKA, Kan. – Kansas Corporation Commission Staff has weighed in on Evergy’s request for a rate increase in both of its’ Kansas service areas. In testimony filed with the Commission this afternoon, Staff’s detailed financial audit of the company’s income and... Read More.

2023 Svensk Hyllningsfest Buttons and Smörgåsbord Tickets Available

Tuesday, August 29

By Lindsborg Convention and Visitors Bureau LINDSBORG, Kan. — Lindsborg's largest Swedish festival only occurs in odd numbered years, and time is running out to purchase your 2023 Svensk Hyllningsfest smörgåsbord tickets and festival buttons.Smörgåsbord tickets are available online by clicking here.... Read More.

McPherson Commissioners Raise BPU Board Monthly Salary

Tuesday, August 29

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — The members of the governing board of the McPherson Board of Public Utilities are in for a raise. McPherson City Commissioners Tuesday approved raising the monthly salary for the BPU Board including that of the City Commissioner who serves... Read More.