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McPherson Food Bank Needs Donations

Thursday, September 3

The McPherson County Food Bank has had a busy summer, serving between 70 to 80 families a week. Now donations are needed in almost every category. Staff reached out to Ad Astra Radio to ask the community to give canned goods, pasta, rice or beans. The... Read More.

KHP Urges Safe Travel for Labor Day Weekend

Wednesday, September 2

The Kansas Highway Patrol is encouraging motorists to plan ahead and make safety a priority during the Labor Day weekend. Troopers will be conducting additional enforcement as part of the national “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign. Excessive speed, inattention and impaired driving are... Read More.

Second Highest Number of Voters Turn Out for Kansas Primary

Wednesday, September 2

Kansas saw the second highest number of voters turn out for a primary election in state history this year, trailing only 2022 when a record number of ballots were cast in a primary election that decided the right to an abortion. The secretary of state... Read More.

McPherson EMS Director Will Moore Receives 5-Star CAREgiver Award

Wednesday, September 2

Going above and beyond is just the way Will Moore operates - and now he's being recognized for his care and efforts. Will was nominated by a patient who was involved in an accident while delivering packages. As they were being transported to the hospital,... Read More.

August Total Revenue Receipts at $714.7M; 11.5% Above Estimate

Wednesday, September 2

TOPEKA, Kan. – The State of Kansas ends August 2026 with total revenue receipts at $714.7 million. That is $73.8 million, or 11.5%, above the estimate. Overall, total tax-only collections were up $66.5 million for August 2026, and up 11.9% from August 2025. Individual income tax... Read More.

The M Factor 2 Brings Women Together for Health and Conversation

Wednesday, September 2

McPherson Center for Health welcomed 111 women to the McPherson Opera House on Saturday, August 29, for The M Factor 2, an evening focused on women’s health, menopause, education, and conversation. While most attendees were from McPherson, women traveled from 15 communities across Kansas to... Read More.

Watch for Snakes, Wildlife Trying to Keep Cool Too

Wednesday, September 2

During this current heatwave, one central Kansas Police Department is warning its citizens to be on the lookout for snakes and other wildlife on the move. The Hoisington Police Department recently posted a story on Facebook to make residents aware of a report involving a... Read More.

Message Board Upgrades to Begin Statewide

Wednesday, September 2

Those KDOT message boards are getting an upgrade across 22 Kansas counties including Saline, Harvey and Reno Counties. On Tuesday, Sept. 8, the Kansas Department of Transportation plans to begin a project to upgrade equipment for the Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) along highways in Butler,... Read More.

KDHE Opens Applications for CPR Training and AED Funding Program

Wednesday, September 2

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) is now accepting applications for state funding to support cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training and the purchase and maintenance of automated external defibrillators (AEDs). The funding, authorized through House Bill 2513, is available to eligible public and nonpublic... Read More.

K-State Food Scientist Urges Consumers to Buy – or Update – Their Food Thermometer

Tuesday, September 1

MANHATTAN, Kan. – Where food safety is concerned, a food thermometer is kind of like the swiss army knife. It’s a must-have, multi-use tool in the kitchen. “It is one of the most important tools consumers can use to know when food is cooked properly... Read More.

Man Arrested for Attempted Murder of Infant Daughter

Tuesday, September 1

NEWTON, Kan. - A 21-year-old Newton man is in custody for the attempted murder of his 2-month-old daughter. The case originated from an emergency room visit on Aug. 26 for the child, who was immediately taken into police protective custody. Newton Police arrested the baby’s father,... Read More.

City Passes RNR, 2027 Budget for McPherson

Tuesday, September 1

McPherson city staff, City Commission and the public gathered Tuesday morning for a combined meeting on Revenue Neutral Rate and the proposed 2027 budget. Finance Director Richard Miller addressed the commission on the Revenue Neutral Rate structure before the public comment portion. One citizen voiced... Read More.