McPherson News

Area Home Sales Down, Prices Up

Friday, September 12

According to Prairie Land Realtors' Mid Kansas Multiple Listing Services, 132 residential units were sold in August, down 14.8% from a year ago, with total sales volume of $26.2 million also down from August 2024.Median sale prices for the month came to $185,170, up... Read More.

Kansas State Fair: Community Spirit Shines Amidst Challenges

Friday, September 12

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (September 12. 2025) - The Kansas State Fair is in full swing, and this year, community collaboration has been key to its continued success, especially with recent weather challenges.During this morning’s meeting, Fair Board President John Leslie presented his Kansas State Fair... Read More.

Weekend State Fair Happenings: Daily Highlights Sept. 12-14

Friday, September 12

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Don't miss out on the Kansas State Fair. There's still a lot of activities and events happening this weekend, from Chiefs Red Friday to Sunflower Sunday! Check out the daily highlights below!Weekend Fair Schedule: Friday, Sept. 12: Kansas Lottery Chiefs Red FridayALL... Read More.

Governor Kelly Directs Flags be Flown at Half-Staff in Remembrance of Victims of Political Violence

Friday, September 12

TOPEKA, Kan. — Today, in remembrance of Charlie Kirk, Minnesota Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman, and all victims and survivors of political violence, Governor Laura Kelly, in accordance with Executive Order #20-30, directed flags throughout the State of Kansas to be lowered to half-staff effective... Read More.

State Fair Parking Update for Sept. 12, 2025

Thursday, September 11

Due to current conditions, parking availability at the Kansas State Fair has been updated for Friday, September 12. Parking Lot Update:Lots A & B on State Fair Road will open at 10 AM on Friday, September 12 and can be accessed from Main Street... Read More.

Foundation Announces Establishment of Galva Community Fund & Upcoming Match Week

Thursday, September 11

The McPherson County Community Foundation is proud to announce the launch of the Galva Community Fund.To kickstart the fund, anonymous donors have pledged $50,000 in matching dollars for the community of Galva. Every dollar given during this Match Week, September 29 through October 2,... Read More.

Moundridge Community Foundation ‘Homegrown’ Grants Announced

Thursday, September 11

MOUNDRIDGE, Kan. — The Moundridge Community Foundation (MCF) has awarded the first round of grants from its “Homegrown” grant series.The program is designed to spark sustainable, community-driven change by empowering local residents to take ownership of solutions that address their unique challenges and opportunities.... Read More.

Remembering 9/11: Giving People a Sense of Normalcy on the Day the Earth Stood Still

Thursday, September 11

September 11, 2001, started out like any other Tuesday. At that time the Hutchinson City Council met every week, rather than the twice a month schedule they now use. Also, back in 2001 Reno County District Court had their first appearance criminal docket each... Read More.

Nooks & Crannies Floral Celebrates 30 Year Legacy, the Passing of the Torch

Thursday, September 11

McPHERSON, Kan. — It was a celebratory morning at Nooks & Crannies Floral as owners of nearly 30 years Susan Hawley and Linda Allen officially passed the torch (or stems) over to Tonya Robertson and Deseri Orlanzzini.Casey Justus, ambassador for the McPherson Chamber of... Read More.

New Partnership with KU Allows McPherson College Students to Work toward Nursing Degree

Thursday, September 11

McPHERSON, Kan. — A new partnership with the University of Kansas School of Nursing will make it possible for McPherson College students to earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree, with courses beginning in the 2026-27 academic year. The collaboration strengthens McPherson College’s... Read More.

Newton City Commission Adopts City Building Code Updates

Wednesday, September 10

NEWTON, Kan. — The Newton City Commission has adopted updates to the City’s building codes to bring them up-to-date and more closely match the City of Wichita, where most Newton contractors also do business.The updates included the 2024 editions of the International Building Code,... Read More.

CHS Announces Plans to Return $120 million to Owners

Wednesday, September 10

Cash returns from patronage and equity distributions will support cooperative owners and rural communities. CHS Inc., the nation’s leading agribusiness cooperative, has announced it intends to return $120 million in cash patronage and equity redemptions to its owners in calendar year 2026. The planned distribution... Read More.