McPherson News

Start Time Adjusted for Josiah Queen with Ben Fuller Concert

Wednesday, September 10

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Josiah Queen with Ben Fuller concert at the Nex-Tech Grandstand scheduled for today, Wednesday, Sept. 10 will now begin at 6:30 PM (originally scheduled for 7:30 PM). Gates will open at 5:00 PM. Already have tickets? You’re all set—your current tickets... Read More.

Southeast Kansas Farmer Challenges Republican Incumbent for 2nd District Congressional Seat

Tuesday, September 9

TOPEKA, Kan. — A southeast Kansas farmer, veterinarian and veteran is running for Congress because he is “increasingly alarmed at the direction this administration is heading.” Don Coover, a Democrat and political newcomer, is challenging Republican Derek Schmidt, who currently holds the 2nd District seat.... Read More.

Kansas State Fair Parking Update

Tuesday, September 9

Due to current conditions, the Kansas State Fair parking lots will remain closed on Wednesday, September 10, with the exception of handicapped parking near Gates 5 and 9 on State Fair Road. Wednesday, September 10 Shuttle Service: Shuttles will begin at 7:30 a.m. from the following... Read More.

Governor Kelly Directs Flags be Flown at Half-Staff in Honor of the 24th Anniversary of 9/11

Tuesday, September 9

TOPEKA, Kan. — Today, in accordance with Executive Order #20-30, Governor Laura Kelly has directed flags throughout the State of Kansas be lowered to half-staff from sunup to sundown on Thursday, September 11, 2025, to honor those who lost their lives in the terrorist... Read More.

Weather Issues Cause Problems for Four McPherson Public Works Projects, Upcoming Events Approved

Tuesday, September 9

McPHERSON, Kan. — Weather issues continue to cause problems on four currently in-progress public works projects in McPherson. After a citizen voiced concerns about drainage problems related to the East Northview sidewalk projects, which includes replacing an existing open ditch with underground piping. Public... Read More.

Tasty Tuesday at the Kansas State Fair!

Tuesday, September 9

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (September 9, 2025) - Today at the Kansas State Fair, it's Tasty Tuesday! While yesterday's rain has led the Kansas State Fair Board to close the parking lots for safety due to moisture, they hope to have them dry for the weekend's... Read More.

Split Votes Delay Action on MHS Roundhouse Floor Repairs and Flooding Mitigation Projects

Tuesday, September 9

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson USD 418 Board of Education spent over an hour and a half discussing options related to the Roundhouse floor replacement at a special meeting Monday night but, for now, accomplished nothing. After five separate motions for various options failed to... Read More.

Kansas State Fair Announces Parking Lot Closures, Shuttle Service, Tuesday Schedule Changes

Monday, September 8

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (September 8, 2025) — Following heavy rainfall on the Kansas State Fairgrounds, the Kansas State Fair has announced that all on-grounds parking lots are closed until further notice, with the exception of handicapped parking near Gate 5 on State Fair Road. Additional details... Read More.

McPherson County Commissioners Approve 2026 Budget, Discuss Bridge Priorities

Monday, September 8

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — McPherson County Commissioners have approved a 2026 budget that will require a one mill increase in property taxes, exceeding the revenue neutral rate by just over 1.8 mills. A resolution to exceed the RNR was approved prior to budget action.... Read More.

Monday is Dillons Dollar Day at the Kansas State Fair

Monday, September 8

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (September 8, 2025) - Today is Dillons Dollar Day at the Kansas State Fair! State Fair Board President John Leslie kicked off the board’s morning meeting with a quote from Dwight D. Eisenhower, “In preparing for battle I have always found that... Read More.

Canadian Radio Hobbyist Hears Two Ad Astra Radio Stations on the Fourth of July

Sunday, September 7

Nigel Pimblett, an avid radio listener and hobbyist has now heard several Ad Astra Radio signals from Dunmore, a small province of Alberta, Canada. Most recently Pimblett has picked up audio from Kicks 106.1 KXKU and Country 1O1.5 KIKS. He heard Kicks 106.1 KXKU at 9:32... Read More.

Three Area Firms Named Finalists for 2025 Coolest Thing Made in Kansas

Sunday, September 7

Products from firms in Galva, Garden Plain, and Hutchinson are among the ten finalists for the 2025 Coolest Thing Made in Kansas Competition. The contest sponsored by the Kansas Manufacturing Council highlights the innovation, Craftsmanship, and impact of Kansas-made products, from everyday essentials to... Read More.

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Start Time Adjusted for Josiah Queen with Ben Fuller Concert

Southeast Kansas Farmer Challenges Republican Incumbent for 2nd District Congressional Seat

Kansas State Fair Parking Update

Governor Kelly Directs Flags be Flown at Half-Staff in Honor of the 24th Anniversary of 9/11

Weather Issues Cause Problems for Four McPherson Public Works Projects, Upcoming Events Approved

Tasty Tuesday at the Kansas State Fair!

Split Votes Delay Action on MHS Roundhouse Floor Repairs and Flooding Mitigation Projects

Kansas State Fair Announces Parking Lot Closures, Shuttle Service, Tuesday Schedule Changes

McPherson County Commissioners Approve 2026 Budget, Discuss Bridge Priorities

Monday is Dillons Dollar Day at the Kansas State Fair

Canadian Radio Hobbyist Hears Two Ad Astra Radio Stations on the Fourth of July

Three Area Firms Named Finalists for 2025 Coolest Thing Made in Kansas

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