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Severe Storms Impact Central Kansas, Other Areas Sunday into Early Monday

Monday, April 27

Two rounds of severe storms moved through central Kansas Sunday into early Monday morning. The first round of storms around midday brought two-inch diameter hail in the Canton area with quarter size or larger hail reported from between McPherson and Lindsborg east into Marion... Read More.

Drainage Regulation Change, TEAP Study Discussed by McPherson County Commisssion

Monday, April 27

A bill passed by the Kansas Legislature this year will make significant changes in drainage regulations. Planning and Zoning Administrator Jon Kinsey explained to McPherson County Commissioners Monday anytime there is a modification of a stream or channel, this now has to be approved... Read More.

Midday Sunday Storms Produce Large Hail

Sunday, April 26

Severe storms moved through central Kansas during the midday hours of Sunday. The storm system that began in west central Kansas moved across parts of Rice, Ellsworth, Saline, McPherson, Marion and Dickinson counties, with the largest hail reports coming from the Canton area where half-dollar... Read More.

All Schools Day Button Hunt Licenses on Sale

Sunday, April 26

The McPherson County All Schools Day Button Hunts are back for 2026. This year's button hunt will begin Friday May 1st at 6:00 AM and will conclude at 11:59 PM Thursday May 7th. As in past years, there will be two button hunts.... Read More.

Two People Injured in Weekend Crashes

Sunday, April 26

Two people were injured in weekend crashes in central Kansas. One person received serious injures in a two vehicle crash Friday evening north of Hutchinson. The Reno County Sheriff's office said preliminary investigation indicated an SUV driven by Isaiah Suter-Tan was northbound... Read More.

David J. Nutt Fund Awards $313,100 to Five Lindsborg Organizations

Saturday, April 25

Five Lindsborg area organizations will share in $313,100 in grants awarded from the annual Legacy Grant round of The David J. Nutt Fund, administered by the McPherson County Community Foundation. Legacy grants are designed to create long-term impact in the Lindsborg community by funding... Read More.

Moundridge Kindergarten Teacher Anita Beasley Named April Classroom Hero Award Recipient

Friday, April 24

MOUNDRIDGE, Kan. — Kindergarten teacher Anita Beasley has brought warmth, positivity and a steady commitment to the students, families and colleagues of Moundridge Elementary School for nearly 30 years. Ad Astra Radio is proud to announce Mrs. Beasley as this month’s recipient of the Classroom... Read More.

McCSEC Names New Executive Director

Friday, April 24

The McPherson County Special Education Cooperative (McCSEC) announced Friday afternoon the selection of Katherine Herrman as its next Executive Director. Ms. Herrman will assume the role in July. She currently serves as Director of the Rice County Special Services Cooperative in Lyons. Ms. Herrman... Read More.

Final USD 418 Superintendent Candidate Named

Friday, April 24

Bill Biermann is the final candidate for McPherson USD 418 Superintendent of Schools. Biermann will be taking part in a meet and greet this afternoon from 4-5 PM at the Central Office prior to his interview with the Board of Education this evening. Biermann... Read More.

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.