McPherson News

Listening Tours with U.S. Congressman Tracey Mann This Week

Tuesday, August 1

KANSAS — U.S. Congressman Tracey Mann is making 16 stops through Kansas this week starting today, Aug. 1 through Thursday Aug. 3. Mann plans to visit with Kansans and listen to their thoughts and concerns to represent the Big First District in Congress."My team and... Read More.

Marquette Chamber Update for July

Monday, July 31

By the Marquette Chamber of CommerceMARQUETTE, Kan. — Hayley has prepared the first draft for the new Community Foundation grant program and it is currently under review by the Chamber.The Chamber has voted to issue a $4K match for the Community Foundation fund. Hitting... Read More.

Hospital Sales Tax Renewal on 2024 McPherson County Ballot

Monday, July 31

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — Renewal of a half percent sales tax supporting the three hospitals in McPherson County will be on the ballot in 2024. The exact date is yet to be determined. Funds from that tax are vital to the financial well... Read More.

Field Survey Set for Proposed U.S. 50 Bridge Replacement

Monday, July 31

By Kansas Department of Transportation A field survey is expected to begin around Monday, Aug. 7, for a proposed bridge replacement on U.S. 50 west of Hutchinson. The survey will be for a bridge replacement over Sugar Creek, near Abbyville, and shown on the map. The length of the... Read More.

McPherson County Spelling Bee

Monday, July 31

The McPherson, Moundridge, Marquette, and Canton libraries are competing against each other in a battle of spelling on Aug. 25. Each public library participating will bring their three best spellers from their communities to compete in an adult spelling bee at the Hub Brick... Read More.

Hesston Community Foundation Receives Over $77K During Campaign Event

Monday, July 31

HESSTON, Kan. — Just over $77,000 was raised during the Give.Match..Grow Hesston! campaign and $70,000 of that amount will be matched through the Patterson Family Foundation matching grant.The foundation said they are very grateful for the community's donations and for the opportunity to further... Read More.

Planning and Zoning Application Fees to Increase in September

Monday, July 31

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson County Public Works had to halt their overlay projects for this year after running out of aggregate materials. Public Works Director Tom Kramer said the current supplier's capacity to haul the needed ¾ inch road is less than what they... Read More.

Newton Approves Next Steps for 71-Home Addition

Monday, July 31

Rundown by the City of Newton Public Information Office (this does not represent official Commission minutes) NEWTON, Kan. — The Newton City Commission Meeting began at 7 p.m. on July 25, 2023, and the City Commission first set a public hearing for Sept. 12 to establish a... Read More.

ReUse It Center Donates $4,500 for the Month of July

Friday, July 28

McPHERSON, Kan. — The ReUse It Center, located at 120 S US Highway 81 Bypass in McPherson was able to donate a total of $4,500 for the month of July."When you shop in our store you help support those in need in our community,"... Read More.

Like the Sizzling Temperatures, Gas Prices Climb Higher

Friday, July 28

By Andrew Gross & Devin Gladden, AAA Newsroom WASHINGTON, D.C. (July 27, 2023) —The national average for a gallon of gas awoke from a months-long slumber, surging 13 cents since last week to $3.71. The primary cause appears to be the oil price, which... Read More.

Reduced-Price and Free School Meals Available

Friday, July 28

By Ann Bush, Kansas State Department of EducationKANSAS — The Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE) announces the participation of all Kansas school districts and many private schools in the National School Lunch and/or School Breakfast Program. Local school officials have adopted the... Read More.

Kingman EMS Receives $8,000 Donation From Invenergy

Friday, July 28

KINGMAN, Kan. — Kingman EMS gave thanks to Invenergy for an $8,000 donation on July 27. With the money, the department was able to buy Sapphire Multi-Therapy Infusion pumps for each ambulance. These programmable IV Pumps will help the providers administer IV medications... Read More.