McPherson News

McPherson County Commissioners Adopt State of Local Disaster Declaration Connected to Hydrochloric Acid Incident at US 56 and Old 81 Bypass

Monday, December 8

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — McPherson County Commissioners Monday formally adopted a state of local disaster declaration connected with the December 2nd incident at US 56 and the Old 81 Bypass where a semi hauling hydrochloric acid overturned, prompting evacuations and road closures.The declaration had... Read More.

Buying Firewood? Knowing Heat Values Could Aid Your Choice

Friday, December 5

K-State horticulture expert gives tips for choosing firewood MANHATTAN, Kan. — Not all firewood is created equal.That’s the word from Kansas State University horticulture expert Cynthia Domenghini, who said the wood from some tree species produces more heat than others.High on the list are red,... Read More.

David J. Nutt Legacy Grants Now Open

Thursday, December 4

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — The McPherson County Community Foundation (MCCF) is pleased to announce that the David J. Nutt Legacy grant cycle is open now through Jan. 15, 2026. All organizations operating within the Lindsborg community are eligible to apply.The Legacy grant cycle provides... Read More.

Evergy Urges Holiday Light and Decoration Safety

Thursday, December 4

Follow these guidelines for a safe and merry holiday season KANSAS CITY, Mo. (December 4, 2025) — The holiday season is here. As families get ready to put up holiday decorations, Evergy is reminding customers to be safe with both indoor and outdoor holiday... Read More.

Governor Kelly Directs Flags be Flown at Half-Staff in Honor of Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

Thursday, December 4

TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly, in accordance with Executive Order #20-30, today ordered flags throughout the State of Kansas be flown at half-staff from sunup to sundown on Sunday, December 7, 2025, in recognition of National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day. “The events that unfolded... Read More.

Patrol Reports Thanksgiving Holiday Activity

Tuesday, December 2

KHP personnel assisted 882 motorists over the holiday reporting periodThe Kansas Highway Patrol is releasing its Thanksgiving Weekend Holiday Activity Report. The reporting period for the holiday ran from 6 p.m. on Wednesday, November 26 through 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, November 30, 2025.The Kansas... Read More.

McPherson City Commissioners Accept Estimate for Water Park Upgrades, Approve Revised Contract with Kansas Set-Off Program

Tuesday, December 2

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson City Commissioners Tuesday accepted a $23,224 estimate from McPherson Quality Air for work on water lines to the splash pad at the McPherson Water Park. This would isolate a dedicated water tank for the pad from the current water system... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces $5.9M for KDOT Cost Share Program Projects

Tuesday, December 2

TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly and Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) Secretary Calvin Reed today announced $5.9 million in awards for 10 transportation construction projects through KDOT’s fall 2025 Cost Share Program. This state investment will leverage nearly $3.3 million in community matching... Read More.

Overturned Tanker Causes Evacuations, Road Closings on West Edge of McPherson

Tuesday, December 2

McPHERSON, Kan. (Dec. 3, 2025, 12:00 AM) — Segments of the Old 81 Bypass and Kansas Avenue/US 56 on the west edge of McPherson have reopened after a semi loaded with 34 thousand pounds of hydrochloric acid overturned at US 56 and Old Highway... Read More.

Lindsborg Museum Hosts Heritage Christmas Dec. 13 for Evening of Old-Fashioned Cheer

Tuesday, December 2

LINDSBORG, Kan. — The Lindsborg Old Mill & Swedish Heritage Museum invites the community to gather and celebrate a beloved local tradition as Christmas music performances return to inside the Swedish Pavilion this year!Heritage Christmas will be held this year on Saturday, December 13,... Read More.

State Weather Official Urges Kansans to Prepare for Winter Conditions, Travel

Tuesday, December 2

Conditions can change rapidly in the Sunflower State, Redmond says MANHATTAN, Kan. — The calendar says the first day of winter is Dec. 21. Chip Redmond is not so sure you ought to get locked in on just that date.“Winter conditions in Kansas can change... Read More.

McPherson USD 418 BOE Nears Consensus on Action Being Taken Next Week Regarding Bond Issue Submitted to Voters

Tuesday, December 2

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson USD 418 Board of Education, after more than two hours of discussion Monday night, is closer to a consensus on what it will be taking action on next week regarding a bond issue to be submitted to voters.At this... Read More.