McPherson News

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.

K-State Advances International Veterinary Medicine Through Joint Doctorate Program with China

Tuesday, July 25

By Joe Montgomery MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas State University's College of Veterinary Medicine is training the domestic and international veterinarians of the future. The veterinary college's U.S.-China Center for Animal Health established the U.S.-China Joint Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Program in 2012 to... Read More.

Wild Bill Hickok Rodeo Abilene

Monday, July 24

ABILENE, Kan. - Don't miss the Wild Bill Hickok Rodeo in Abilene, from Aug. 1-4, presented by Freddy's Frozen Custards and Steakburgers of Salina and sponsored by Holm Automotive. Each night, the rodeo will begin at 7:30 p.m. On Aug. 3, there will be... Read More.

Tabor College Celebrating Newest Residence Hall July 28

Monday, July 24

By Tabor College HILLSBORO, Kan. – Tabor College will officially dedicate Jost Hall, its newest residence hall Friday, July 28, at 4:30 p.m. The public is invited to attend the ceremony, and an open house will follow. The ceremony will be held on the hall’s... Read More.

Dolly Parton to Visit Kansas to Celebrate her Imagination Library Program

Friday, July 21

By the Kansas Office of the Governor TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly announced on July 21 that on Monday, August 14, 2023, American icon Dolly Parton will visit Kansas to celebrate the statewide success of her Imagination Library program at a closed event hosted... Read More.