McPherson News

Lindsborg Community Hospital to Host Brain Health Day

Wednesday, April 22

Lindsborg Community Hospital, in partnership with the University of Kansas Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center, will host a Brain Health Day on Wednesday, May 6, offering free memory screenings to the community. The event is designed to raise awareness about cognitive health and provide individuals... Read More.

Outlet Channel Project at Kanopolis Dam Extended

Wednesday, April 22

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Kansas City District, has announced an extension to the major outlet channel repair project at Kanopolis Dam. The project will now include the placement of additional riprap downstream to increase erosion protection, with an expected completion date in... Read More.

Shooting Suspect Makes Court Appearance

Wednesday, April 22

The man charged in connection with the January 31st shooting death of Joshua Soden near Inman was back in McPherson County District this morning for a brief hearing. The attorney for Daniel Hawkinson, Charles Lindberg, told District Judge John Klenda there is a... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announced $18.9 Million in Kansas Airport Grants

Tuesday, April 21

TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly today announced $18.9 million for 53 airport development projects across Kansas. By leveraging local matches, the awards will contribute $95 million in total improvements to the state’s aviation network. The funding supports the planning, construction, and rehabilitation of public-use general... Read More.

Lindsborg Museum Celebrates Kansas Agriculture at Millfest on May 2

Tuesday, April 21

New attractions this year include pancake, waffle breakfast; Museum’s restored antique tractor; Notable peak in arts & crafts vendors Millfest returns to Lindsborg on May 2, 2026, bringing with it a blend of tradition and new experiences – including the largest lineup of arts and... Read More.

McPherson Student Wins State Arbor Day Poster Contest

Tuesday, April 21

For the second year in a row a student at Eisenhower Elementary School in McPherson has won the Kansas Arbor Day Poster Contest. 5th Grader Isabel Perry was honored during Tuesday's McPherson City Commission meeting as it adopted the annual Arbor Day proclamation. ... Read More.

Organizational Changes Among McPherson City Commission Actions Tuesday

Tuesday, April 21

Over the past several years, the city of McPherson has been working through its strategic plan to improve coordination across departments. As part of this City Commissioners have begun the transition of supervision of department heads from the Commission to the City Administrator. ... Read More.

Lindsborg City Council Approves Software Move, Rate Studies

Monday, April 20

The Lindsborg City Council Monday approved a move of the city's Tyler Technologies financial, payroll, municipal and police software from hosted servers to the cloud. This proposal was first brought to the Council April 6th, but action was deferred until information on possible cost... Read More.

ReUse It Center Donates to Two Organizations

Monday, April 20

The ReUse It Center in McPherson made two donations totaling $4,750 during April from purchases made at the store. $3,500 was donated to STEPMC and $1,250 was donated in support of Brush Up Mac. STEPMC's mission statement is to walk alongside people until... Read More.

McPherson County Commission Approves Cell Phone Purchases, Dump/Plow Truck Purchase

Monday, April 20

McPherson County Commissioners Monday approved purchase of four cell phones for Emergency Management and Communications. Currently, the county is paying a stipend to three department employees for use of their personal cell phones. Director Emily Yates said in the wake of very heavy usage... Read More.

KDOT Recognizing National Work Zone Awareness Week

Monday, April 20

The Kansas Department Transportation and its safety partners are going orange during National Work Zone Awareness Week, April 20-24, to help raise awareness and reduce crashes in work zones. Safety is important for both the highway workers and motorists. About 9 out of 10... Read More.

Second Finalist Named for USD 418 Superintendent

Monday, April 20

The Second candidate for Superintendent of Schools in McPherson USD 418 has ties to the district and to McPherson County. Dr Cody Rierson is currently superintendent of Moundridge USD 423, where he's been since 2001. Before taking the Moundridge position Dr. Rierson, a... Read More.