McPherson News

Caring for Poinsettias

Thursday, December 11

K-State horticulture expert says popular holiday plant can be maintained year-round MANHATTAN, Kan. — In all their colorful glory, poinsettias are a great addition to any home during the holiday season. Ranging from red, white, green, pink or a color combination, poinsettias can be maintained year-round,... Read More.

Sentencing Delayed in 2024 Firearm Incident in Inman

Tuesday, December 9

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — Sentencing for a man who discharged a weapon into two homes and a vehicle in Inman in December 2024 has been continued. According to the McPherson County Attorney's Office the sentencing for Benjamin Schwindt that was to have taken place... Read More.

McPherson Fire Chief Provides City Commissioners with Overview of Recent Hazmat Incident

Tuesday, December 9

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson Fire Chief Chad Mayberry gave City Commissioners an overview Tuesday on the December 2nd incident where a semi hauling hydrochloric acid overturned at the US 56/Old81 Bypass intersection. The semi was going north on the bypass, K-153 for that section,... Read More.

City of McPherson Public Works Treat Streets Following First Snowfall of the Season

Tuesday, December 9

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson street crews were busy last week, and not just due to the hydrochloric acid incident. Public Works Director Eric Duerksen told McPherson City Commissioners at the Commission Meeting Tuesday that crews went out Monday to take care of treating streets... Read More.

USD 418 BOE Approves 2-part Bond Question, Facility Plan, Reducing Number of Elementary Schools

Tuesday, December 9

McPHERSON, Kan. — After several months of intensive discussion, informational open houses, and more discussion, the McPherson USD 418 Board of Education voted unanimously Monday night to approve a long-range facilities plan and to submit to voters in a March 3rd special election a... Read More.

Kansas Broadband Receives Federal Approval for $166.6M BEAD Final Proposal

Monday, December 8

TOPEKA, Kan. (December 8, 2025) – Governor Laura Kelly announced today that the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) has approved the Kansas Office of Broadband Development’s (KOBD) $166.6 million final proposal for the Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment (BEAD) program. The approval represents... Read More.

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 period The 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.