McPherson News

Moore Named Director of Emergency Medical Services for McPherson

Friday, February 17

McPHERSON, Kan. - McPherson Center for Health announces the hiring of Will Moore, Paramedic, as Director of Emergency Medical Services for McPherson. Moore replaces John Helmer who recently retired from Emergency Medical Services after serving for over 28 years. Moore is a McPherson native who... Read More.

Kansas Wheat Offers Two Scholarships Honoring Industry Leaders

Thursday, February 16

By Julia Debes, Kansas Wheat (KSWheat.com) - High school seniors and current Kansas college students have until March 17, 2023, to apply for one of two $1,000 scholarships from Kansas Wheat honoring industry leaders Herb Clutter and David Radenberg. The scholarships — each worth $1,000... Read More.

Winter Storm Moving Across Kansas, Here’s What We Know

Wednesday, February 15

(NWS) - A storm system will bring accumulating snow to the region Tuesday afternoon through early Thursday morning. Gusty north winds will cause blowing and drifting of snow along with reduced visibilities mainly over central Kansas. Impacts to travel are expected across north central... Read More.

Spirit AeroSystems Backs KCC Reform Bill in Quest to Bring Competitive Electric Rates to Kansas

Tuesday, February 14

By Tim Carpenter, Kansas Reflector TOPEKA, Kan. — A Spirit AeroSystems executive pleaded with the Kansas Senate to dramatically reform membership and operations of the Kansas Corporation Commission based on an assertion the three-member regulatory body was beholden to interests of utility companies to... Read More.

Severe Weather Preparedness Week is March 6-10

Monday, February 13

By Pat Melgares, K-State Research and Extension News Service MANHATTAN, Kan. – Live in Kansas and the Midwest for very long, and it becomes commonplace to expect a wide variety of spring and summer weather. Tornadoes, damaging winds, large hail, flash flooding and lightning often... Read More.

A Look at Boys Substate Possibilities

Saturday, February 11

By Brad Hallier Just two weeks remain in the regular season for basketball teams across the state, which means it's almost time for substate play. Here's a look at area boys teams and what their potential fates are. Class 5A - Hutchinson is still sitting alone... Read More.

MKC to Use KFB’s RKAP to Bring Kansans Career Opportunity through Apprenticeships in Agriculture

Friday, February 10

MANHATTAN, Kan. – Mid-Kansas Cooperative (MKC) announces the launch of an apprenticeship program to hire agricultural equipment operators, CDL drivers and operations specialists through Kansas Farm Bureau’s (KFB) Rural Kansas Apprenticeship Program (RKAP). “This apprenticeship program formalizes the training and opportunities for career growth that... Read More.

Lindsborg Museum Named Recipient of 2 Grants Totaling $107K

Thursday, February 9

Lindsborg Museum Named Recipient of Competitive $87K Grant from Heritage Trust Fund LINDSBORG, Kan. – The Heritage Trust Fund (HTF) announced on Saturday, February 4 that Lindsborg Old Mill & Swedish Heritage Museum is receiving a grant of $87,350 to fund critical restoration to the... Read More.

KDOT Announces Campaign to Prevent Drunk Driving for Super Bowl

Thursday, February 9

TOPEKA, Kan. – The Kansas Department of Transportation urges everyone to observe the Fans Don’t Let Fans Drive Drunk safety campaign for this year’s Super Bowl, which is Sunday, Feb. 12. Make sure anyone planning to drink alcohol has a designated driver to help... Read More.

$69M Boost: Program Aims to Support Kansas Entrepreneurs

Thursday, February 9

By Pat Melgares, K-State Research and Extension News Service MANHATTAN, Kan. – Officials with NetWork Kansas and the Kansas Department of Commerce said that a program funded for $69 million over the next nine years will help to strengthen the economic landscape for communities across... Read More.

USDA Projects Farm Income Will Fall in 2023 after Two Robust Years

Wednesday, February 8

By Adam Goldstein, Kansas Reflector WASHINGTON — After two strong years of growth, U.S. farm income is forecast to drop substantially in 2023 as commodity prices fall and expenses rise, the U.S. Department of Agriculture Economic Research Service reported Tuesday. And with food prices... Read More.

McPherson Planning Commission Recommends Approval for High School Stadium Lights, Scoreboard

Wednesday, February 8

By Lucky Kidd, Ad Astra Radio MCPHERSON, Kan. - Following nearly 2 hours of discussion and comments Monday night, the McPherson Planning Commission recommended the City Commission approve a conditional use permit to add stadium lights and a scoreboard to the athletic field at McPherson... Read More.