McPherson News

Alley Closure to Last Approx. Two Weeks

Monday, November 27

By Ad Astra News MCPHERSON, Kan. — The City of McPherson sent out an Alley Closure notice on Nov. 22, that today, Monday, Nov. 27, 2023, the east alley in the 200 block of North Main Street in McPherson, Kan., will be closed and is... Read More.

The Polar Express Experience Dec. 2

Monday, November 27

By the Lindsborg Convention & Visitors Bureau LINDSBORG, Kan. — Gather your family for a Polar Express Experience! Put on those holiday PJs and settle in for an evening of fun at the J.O. Sundstrom Conference Center! Make this event part of your Read More.

Steel Skarecrow Nominated for 2024 Texas Regional Radio & Music Awards

Monday, November 27

Steel Skarecrow fans, you can vote for Steel Skarecrow's latest single Liquid Courage, which has been nominated for Single of the Year and Music Video of the Year for the 2024 Texas Regional Radio & Music Awards. You can also vote for the band as... Read More.

Holiday Spotlight: Outreach McPherson

Monday, November 27

By the McPherson County Community Foundation McPHERSON, Kan. — Outreach McPherson is a program that provides home necessities to those in need. During the holiday season they give away mattresses to local families. Listen in as Vicky Porter explains their need for 2023. Holiday Spotlight:... Read More.

Snowflake Parade in Lindsborg Dec. 2

Monday, November 27

By the Lindsborg Convention & Visitors Bureau LINDSBORG, Kan. — Join in the fun of this wild and wacky parade! Plan to be part of the fun--all snowflakes, Christmas bells, snowmen, reindeer, tomtes and ugly sweater-wearers welcome! Parade line up begins at 10:30 a.m. at Bethany... Read More.

Upcoming SVAFC Events: Hand-Crafted Holiday Gift Market, Christmas Crafts and Cocktails

Monday, November 27

Information by the Smoky Valley Arts & Folklife Center LINDSBORG, Kan. — Here are some of the upcoming holiday events happening at the Smoky Valley Arts & Folklife Center. The Hand-Crafted Holiday Market will showcase the work of over 20 artists from the Smoky Valley region... Read More.

Saturday’s First Snowfall of the Season, Most Snow Some Have Seen from Single Event in Years

Sunday, November 26

By Lucky Kidd Saturday's first snowfall of the season was for many the most snowfall from a single event in years. A band of heavy snow stretched from southwest to northeast across Kansas, with the heaviest official snowfall report from the National Weather Service coming... Read More.

Lance Leipold Provides Injury Updates, Talks Cincinnati Matchup and More

Friday, November 24

By Michael Swain, 247Sports.com LAWRENCE, Kan. – The final week of the college football regular season is here. It has been a long season for every team across the country as everyone has been going non-stop since the first week of August with just... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces New Standard License Plate Design, Replacement of Embossed Plates

Wednesday, November 22

By the Kansas Office of the Governor TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly today revealed a new license plate design that will be seen on Kansas roadways beginning in spring 2024. The new design is part of the state’s phased approach to replacing current embossed... Read More.

Revised Boil Water Advisory Issued for Saline Co. Rural Water District #2, Saline County

Tuesday, November 21

By The Kansas Department of Health and Environment SALINE COUNTY, Kan. — The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a boil water advisory for the Saline County Rural Water District No. 2 public water supply system located in Saline County. Customers should observe... Read More.

KBI Releases Amended 2022 Statewide Crime Statistics

Tuesday, November 21

By The Kansas Bureau of Investigation TOPEKA, Kan. — The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) released an amended 2022 Kansas Crime Index Report on Nov. 16. The report compiles crime statistics reported to the KBI by state and local law enforcement agencies throughout Kansas. Violent crime... Read More.

Commission Approves Ordinance Authorizing Issuance up to $17M in Industrial Revenue Bonds for Candlewood Suites Project

Tuesday, November 21

Nov. 21 McPherson City Commission Meeting Highlights By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson City Commission Tuesday approved an ordinance authorizing issuance of up to $17 million in Industrial Revenue Bonds for the Candlewood Suites project at US 56 and I-135 which opened Tuesday. Commissioners... Read More.