McPherson News

Governor Kelly Announces Kansas Office of Early Childhood Inaugural Annual Report Submitted to the Kansas Legislature

Friday, January 23

TOPEKA — Governor Laura Kelly and the Kansas Office of Early Childhood (KOEC) today announced that the KOEC’s inaugural Annual Report has been submitted to the Kansas Legislature. “We are making Kansas the premier state to raise a family by building a comprehensive early childhood system... Read More.

Kansas Cattle Producers Urged to Prepare for Cold Stress Ahead of Winter Storm

Friday, January 23

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Cattle producers in Kansas and the Midwest are urged to be prepared and use common sense as a major winter storm is expected to bring subzero temperatures, strong winds and up to a foot of snow across parts of the... Read More.

KHP 2026-03 Cadet Law Gives High School Students Experience in Law Enforcement World

Thursday, January 22

Students will spend one week at KHP Training Academy High school students interested in law enforcement will have the opportunity this summer to see what law enforcement training and careers are like through the Cadet Law Enforcement Academy program. The Cadet Law program is hosted... Read More.

Medical Assistance Funds Offer Relief

Thursday, January 22

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — Investing in community dreams also means being there when neighbors face unexpected hardship. Through partnerships with fund holders and local organizations, the McPherson County Community Foundation has established several funds to assist individuals dealing with serious illnesses and health... Read More.

Grants Give Teachers Tools to Try New Ideas

Thursday, January 22

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — For many years, the McPherson Education Foundation, administered by the McPherson County Community Foundation, has supported students and employees in USD 418. Each year, the foundation offers teachers the opportunity to apply for classroom grants. These grants are designed to... Read More.

Canton Galva USD 419 Names New Superintendent

Thursday, January 22

CANTON/GALVA, Kan. — Ty Poell has been selected as the new Superintendent of Canton Galva USD 419. Poell, who interviewed for the position Monday, was one of two finalists interviewed to succeed retiring superintendent Jim Struber. Poell is currently a middle school language arts and social... Read More.

Hillsboro City Administrator Named New Saline County Administrator

Wednesday, January 21

SALINA, Kan. — Pending finalization of an employment contract, Matthew (Matt) Stiles will be joining Saline County as its new County Administrator, effective April 13. Stiles is currently City Administrator in Hillsboro, and has past experience as City Administrator in South Hutchinson, Assistant City... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces Over $2.6M for Airport Infrastructure

Wednesday, January 21

TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly today announced ten Kansas communities have secured over $2.5 million in federal Infrastructure and Investment Jobs Act (IIJA) funding from the Federal Aviation Administration’s Airport Infrastructure Grant (AIG) program. “Investing in Kansas’ airport infrastructure is crucial to enhancing connectivity and supporting local economies across the state,” Governor Laura Kelly said. "I'm pleased that these projects are receiving vital infrastructure grants, which will not... Read More.

National Weather Service Expands Winter Storm Watch for the Weekend

Wednesday, January 21

The area of expected impactful snow has been expanded north for this weekend. The National Weather Service in Wichita has expanded the winter storm watch issued earlier this morning for southern parts of south central Kansas to include more of central Kansas, including Barton, Harvey,... Read More.

Ad Astra Radio Names Melissa Reves January Recipient of the Classroom Hero Award, Presented by Peoples Bank and Trust

Tuesday, January 20

McPHERSON, Kan. — Ad Astra Radio is proud to announce the most recent recipient of the Ad Astra Radio Classroom Hero Award presented by Peoples Bank and Trust as Melissa Reves, 3rd Grade Teacher at Eisenhower Elementary School. Each month, Ad Astra Radio randomly selects... Read More.

Arctic Air Coming for the Weekend, Snow Possible

Tuesday, January 20

Extreme cold temperatures and dangerous wind chills will likely impact Kansas this weekend. The National Weather Service says an arctic air mass is forecast to move into the area Thursday night, with this air to stick around into next week. Current forecasts indicate overnight lows... Read More.

The Salina Symphony Presents “American Songs” January 25, 2026

Tuesday, January 20

SALINA, Kan. — The Salina Symphony will bring in the new year with a concert full of classic and contemporary American songs celebrating 250 years of the American spirit. Works by five acclaimed American composers – three contemporary, two legendary – will be performed by... Read More.