McPherson News

KDWP Offering Special Hunting Access this Fall Through Free Draw

Friday, July 28

By Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks PRATT, Kan. — Exclusive access to land not normally open to hunting and above average success rates... Sound like an expensive hunting lease? Well, it’s not. The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks’ Special Hunts program provides hundreds of... Read More.

Is there evidence of extraterrestrial life? Congress tries to figure it out

Friday, July 28

By Ashley Murray, Kansas Reflector WASHINGTON (July 26, 2023) — During an otherworldly hearing on Capitol Hill Wednesday, lawmakers and witnesses launched accusations that the Pentagon is stonewalling Congress and the public from information about unidentified anomalous phenomena, more often referred to as UFOs. That... Read More.

Sen. Moran Applauds Passage of NDAA, Includes Amendment to Support Surviving Military Spouses

Friday, July 28

By the Office of U.S. Senator for Kansas Jerry Moran WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) released the following statement applauding the Senate’s passage of the FY2024 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA): “Passing NDAA is one of Congress’ most important tasks to make certain our military is equipped... Read More.

Back Where ‘Big Mac’ Belongs

Thursday, July 27

By Brenna Eller Rob Mackey is thrilled to be back in the radio world as the current morning On-Air Personality for KWHK FM at Ad Astra Radio. Although his father’s legacy radio station KWHK AM went off the air in the nineties, Mackey gets to share... Read More.

Mastermind McPherson County Summit Reviews County Survey

Thursday, July 27

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — Some 100 people from across McPherson County gathered Thursday morning to discuss a variety of issues facing the county and ideas to address them. The Mastermind McPherson County Summit reviewed findings of an online survey that was conducted earlier... Read More.

Kansas Highway Patrol Responds to Lawsuit Findings

Wednesday, July 26

KANSAS — The Kansas Highway Patrol sent out a statewide update reviewing the Court’s recent decision and said they respect the Judge’s conclusions and recommendations. On July 20, the U.S. District Court for the District of Kansas dismissed the federal lawsuit alleging sexual harassment and... Read More.

Hillsboro Fire Department Volunteer Offering CPR Certification Classes

Wednesday, July 26

HILLSBORO, Kan. — Hillsboro Fire Department volunteer Matt Hein is offering to teach CPR classes to groups or offices needing CPR certifications. Hein is a 14-year veteran of the Hillsboro Fire Department and a volunteer for Marion County EMS. In addition to being a long-time... Read More.

MeadowLARK Grant Program Expands Apprenticeship Opportunities in Kansas

Wednesday, July 26

By Kansas Commerce TOPEKA, Kan. — On July 24, Governor Laura Kelly announced that the Kansas Office of Apprenticeship launched the MeadowLARK — Leading Apprenticeship Results in Kansas — Initiative to expand the state’s Registered Apprenticeship opportunities further. “MeadowLARK is an important tool that will be... Read More.

Eden Quispe and Kammy Downs Showcase Artwork at Red Barn Studio

Tuesday, July 25

By the Red Barn Studio Museum LINDSBORG, Kan. — The Red Barn Studio Museum is excited to shine a spotlight on two talented artists during the week of August 1-5, Eden Quispe and Kammy Downs. Their residency will provide them with a focused workspace... Read More.

Five Exhibitions on Display through August 6 at Birger Sandzen

Tuesday, July 25

By Birger Sandzén Memorial Gallery LINDSBORG, Kan. — Five exhibitions continue at the Birger Sandzén Memorial Gallery through Aug. 6. The shows include Mexican art from the Moffett Collection; paintings and prints by Doug Osa of Olathe; art by Kelly Yarbrough and Clive Fullagar... Read More.

Great Bend Artist to Work on 2 Downtown McPherson Murals

Tuesday, July 25

McPHERSON, Kan. — A contract with Great Bend artist Melanie Ryan to do work on two of the downtown McPherson Murals was approved by the City Commission Tuesday. This work includes restoration and repair of the Maxwell Wildlife mural at Main and Sutherland and... Read More.

New Taskforce Announced to Combat Fentanyl in Kansas

Tuesday, July 25

By Kansas Bureau of Investigation TOPEKA, Kan. — The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI), the Kansas Attorney General’s Office, the Kansas Highway Patrol (KHP), and Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) announced a new collaborative initiative to combat fentanyl in Kansas called the Joint Fentanyl Impact Team... Read More.

KDWP Offering Special Hunting Access this Fall Through Free Draw

Is there evidence of extraterrestrial life? Congress tries to figure it out

Sen. Moran Applauds Passage of NDAA, Includes Amendment to Support Surviving Military Spouses

Back Where ‘Big Mac’ Belongs

Mastermind McPherson County Summit Reviews County Survey

Kansas Highway Patrol Responds to Lawsuit Findings

Hillsboro Fire Department Volunteer Offering CPR Certification Classes

MeadowLARK Grant Program Expands Apprenticeship Opportunities in Kansas

Eden Quispe and Kammy Downs Showcase Artwork at Red Barn Studio

Five Exhibitions on Display through August 6 at Birger Sandzen

Great Bend Artist to Work on 2 Downtown McPherson Murals

New Taskforce Announced to Combat Fentanyl in Kansas

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