McPherson News

USD 418 Work Session Provides Answers, Generates More Questions

Tuesday, October 28

McPHERSON, Kan. — As the McPherson USD 418 Board of Education discussed what was learned at community meetings last week, a few things cleared up - but a lot more questions are being raised. During a work session Monday night that also included Blaine Cash... Read More.

McPherson City Commissioners Approve Cash Incentive Program for Homeowners Relocating to McPherson

Tuesday, October 28

McPHERSON, Kan. — A cash incentive program for homeowners relocating to McPherson was approved by City Commissioners Tuesday. The program provides a cash incentive payment of $5,000 payable to the closing agent on behalf of the successful applicant provided the home and buyers are... Read More.

Prairie View Launches Community Needs Assessment Across Harvey, Marion, and McPherson Counties

Tuesday, October 28

NEWTON, Kan. — Prairie View, Inc. has launched a new Community Needs Assessment survey to better understand and address the behavioral health needs of residents across Harvey, Marion, and McPherson counties. The survey, available in both English and Spanish, is open from October 27 through... Read More.

KANcycle Bike Sharing Announces Free Rides for Kansas Mobility Week

Tuesday, October 28

SALINA, Kan. — Kansas is celebrating the 5th Annual Mobility Week from November 2 to November 8, 2025. KANcycle is offering the promo code “MobWeek25” for free rides on KANcycle bicycles during Mobility Week. This promo code is good for the Salina, Lindsborg, and Coffeyville... Read More.

Acclaimed Alumni Perform for Lingenfelter Concert Series at McPherson College

Monday, October 27

McPHERSON, Kan. — Acclaimed alumni pianists Daniel Masterson and Jean (Lichty) Hendricks are the featured artists at the next Fern Lingenfelter Artist Series concert at McPherson College. They will perform a duo-piano recital at 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 9, in Mingenback Theatre. Admission is... Read More.

Free Advocacy Session: Understanding New Laws That Impact Aging Kansans

Monday, October 27

SALINA, Kan. — Kansans who are aging, their families, and those who provide care or support are invited to attend The Power of Advocacy: From Awareness to Action, a free educational session hosted by OCCK, Inc. on Thursday, November 6th, from 10:00 a.m. to... Read More.

McPherson County Adopts Moratorium on Nuclear Power Projects in Unincorporated Areas, Commissioners Approve Comprehensive Plan for the County

Monday, October 27

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — McPherson County Commissioners Monday adopted a moratorium on development of nuclear power projects in unincorporated areas of the county. Over the past couple of weeks there has been discussion about possible nuclear projects, one of which would be in Reno... Read More.

Ad Astra Radio’s October Classroom Hero Allison Unruh, Presented by Peoples Bank and Trust

Friday, October 24

McPHERSON, Kan. — Ad Astra Radio is proud to announce the most recent recipient of the Ad Astra Radio Classroom Hero Award presented by Peoples Bank and Trust. Washington Elementary School (WES) Kindergarten teacher Allison Unruh was presented the Classroom Hero Award on Friday, Oct.... Read More.

Lindsborg Old Mill Meets Goal for Tax Credit Commitments

Friday, October 24

LINDSBORG, Kan. — The goal has been met for the commitment of tax credits for the Raise the Roof project at the Lindsborg Old Mill Museum and Swedish Heritage Complex. Marketing and Communications director Adam Pracht announced Friday afternoon they have commitments for all... Read More.

McPherson County Sheriff’s Deputy Receives Rate KLETC Honor

Friday, October 24

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — During Friday's graduation for the 348th Basic Training Class from the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center near Yoder, one of the class members received an award rarely given. McPherson County Sheriff's Deputy Derek Britting was presented the Executive Director's Academic Award. This... Read More.

McPherson County Expands Early Childhood Care Through State Grant

Thursday, October 23

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — The McPherson County Community Foundation (MCCF) is proud to announce the successful completion of the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and All in for Kansas Kids Child Care Zones grant. Between June and September, McPherson and Marion County added... Read More.

McPherson USD 418 Provides Three Facility Improvement Concepts for Community Input

Wednesday, October 22

McPHERSON, Kan. — A facilities steering committee for McPherson USD 418 has narrowed down from six to three, the number of concepts being looked for facility improvements in the district. Over 100 people attended two open house sessions Wednesday where attendees learned information costs,... Read More.