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U.S. Senator Jerry Moran Visits McPherson Center for Health

Monday, October 26

McPHERSON, Kan. — U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) stopped by McPherson Center for Health on Friday, Oct. 23 for a tour of the facility and met with leaders of the hospital to discuss the importance of preserving access to high-quality healthcare in rural communities. Joining... Read More.

Wyandotte County to Dismiss Lawsuit over Chiefs Stadium after Agreement with Kansas

Monday, October 26

The State of Kansas and the Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City, Kansas, announced Friday evening that they had resolved a dispute over some of the terms in the Chiefs' deal to move to Kansas, setting the table for the UG to... Read More.

KDOT Urges Drivers to Buckle Up, Put Phones Down

Monday, October 26

The Kansas Department of Transportation is encouraging motorists to wear seat belts and avoid distractions as part of Buckle Up Phone Down Day on Wednesday, Oct. 28. The campaign asks drivers to make two simple choices every time they get behind the wheel: buckle up... Read More.

Community Celebrates Life of Cole Adrian at Memorial Service

Monday, October 26

The McPherson community gathered for a chance to say goodbye to 6-year-old Cole Adrian - and come along side his family and friends at a memorial service at the McPherson Free Methodist Church on Monday. A video and slide presentation gave those in the church... Read More.

Sternberg Museum to Remain Open as FHSU Develops Long-Term Plan

Monday, October 26

HAYS, Kan. - Thanks to generous donations from the Bob and Pat Schmidt Foundation, Fort Hays State University alumni, and community members, the Sternberg Museum of Natural History will remain open beyond its previously announced December 18, 2026, closure date. “In September, I announced the... Read More.

Protect Your Children from Scary Boo-Boos this Holiday

Monday, October 26

TOPEKA, Kan. – On Halloween, ghosts and ghouls may give you a fright but real dangers, like pedestrian accidents, falls, burns and poisonings are a scary reality. Safe Kids Kansas, the Kansas Poison Center and the Kansas State Fire Marshal remind families to make... Read More.

McPherson Pauses to Remember and Mourn 6-Year-old Cole Adrian

Monday, October 26

McPherson public schools will be closed today to remember Cole - and help a McPherson family begin to heal as many students and staff members will be attending the funeral of 6-year-old Cole Adrian, who died in the tragic crash at the Stryker Sports... Read More.

K-State Researchers Develop Technology to Improve Crop Sprayer Accuracy

Sunday, October 25

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Engineers at Kansas State University have developed new technology that could help farmers reduce chemical waste and improve the accuracy of crop spraying operations. The research team created a camera-based system capable of measuring the movement of agricultural sprayer booms with an... Read More.

McPherson Fire Department Hosts Chamber Connection Thursday, Oct. 22

Friday, October 23

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson Fire Department (MFD) hosted the weekly Chamber Connection on Thursday, Oct. 22 at Fire Station 1, located at 312 East Kansas Avenue. Fire Chief Chad Mayberry shared that the fire department has seven personnel on duty each day, split between... Read More.

McPherson to Hold Prescription Drug Take Back Day, Saturday, October 24

Friday, October 23

According to the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) the 31st National Prescription Drug Take Back Day will be held nationwide, on Saturday, Oct. 24 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. "The purpose is to provide a safe and convenient way to dispose of unneeded... Read More.

DA Says Initial Evidence Not Enough to Hold Driver in Tragic Soccer Field Incident

Friday, October 23

The Sedgwick County District Attorney’s Office says it’s not unusual for charging decisions to take time after a fatal crash. A truck struck a soccer field at Wichita’s Stryker Sports Complex on October 17, killing six-year-old Cole Adrian and 35-year-old Nicholas Schafer of McPherson. Prosecutors... Read More.

High Marks Again for McPherson’s Washington Elementary

Friday, October 23

Washington Elementary in Mcpherson was recently named a Capturing Kids’ Hearts National Showcase School for the seventh straight year, earning recognition for third-grade literacy results. The school was also named one of Kansas’ best elementary schools by U.S. News and World Report for the third... Read More.