McPherson News

Moundridge Primary Election Update

Wednesday, August 6

MOUNDRIDGE, Kan. — The candidate field for two seats on the Moundridge City Council was narrowed in Tuesday's primary election. These are the unofficial results from the McPherson County Clerk's Office. The top four candidates will advance to the November General Election. James D. Ratzlaff... Read More.

Mastermind McPherson County Community Presentations Begin Wednesday

Tuesday, August 5

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — The McPherson County Community Foundation's Mastermind on the Road series will begin Wednesday in Marquette, as they present the results from the Mastermind survey community members took earlier this year. The Marquette presentation will be at noon Wednesday at Smoky Valley... Read More.

Salina City Manager Finalists Named

Tuesday, August 5

SALINA, Kan. — The Salina City Commission has announced its City Manager finalists. Following a nationwide search led by Government Professional Solutions, the three City Manager finalists are Darrin Tangeman of Orleans, Massachusetts; Michael Tremblay of Fort George G. Meade, Maryland; and Jacob Wood... Read More.

McPherson City Commissioners Approve Publication of 2026 Budget

Tuesday, August 5

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson City Commissioners approved the publication of the city's 2026 budget at Tuesday's meeting. That budget will leave the city's property tax levy at the 53.238 mills as for 2025 but will exceed the revenue neutral rate by a little over... Read More.

Heather Neuhofel Named First-Ever Site Director of the Boys & Girls Club of Salina

Tuesday, August 5

SALINA, Kan. — The Boys & Girls Clubs of Hutchinson is thrilled to announce Heather Neuhofel as the inaugural Site Director of the brand-new Boys & Girls Club of Salina. With more than a decade of experience in youth development, Heather steps into a... Read More.

Nex-Tech to Acquire Bandwidth from US Cellular

Tuesday, August 5

(August 2, 2025) — Nex-Tech Wireless has entered into an agreement with US Cellular to acquire additional spectrum space in the 700 MHz band, which will enable Nex-Tech to increase network capacity in central Kansas. Nex-Tech Wireless CEO Jon Lightle said the additional spectrum will... Read More.

Set Them Up for Success: K-State Expert Offers Tips for Parents of School First-Timers, Transitions

Tuesday, August 5

MANHATTAN, Kan. — A child walking into a school for the first time or transitioning to secondary education can experience a wide range of emotions, which can be overwhelming for both them and their parents. Jessica Lane, associate professor of counseling in Kansas State University's... Read More.

Lindsborg City Council Approves New Flock Camera, Hears Update on Next Community Cleanup Day August 9th

Tuesday, August 5

LINDSBORG, Kan. — The Lindsborg City Council Monday approved renewal of the subscription for the two Flock Cameras they now have and purchase of a third camera. Director of Public Safety Terry Reed said the cameras, which read and record license tag information, have... Read More.

McPherson Chamber of Commerce Highlights L&L Advisors

Monday, August 4

McPHERSON, Kan. — L&L Advisors, an independent financial services firm with offices in Salina and McPherson, continues to make an impact through personalized insurance, wealth management, and retirement planning solutions. Located conveniently at 224 S. Main Street in McPherson, the firm prides itself on... Read More.

State of Kansas July Total Tax Collections at $670.2M; 3.3% Above Estimate

Monday, August 4

TOPEKA, Kan. — The State of Kansas ends July 2025 with total tax collections at $670.2 million. That is $21.2 million, or 3.3%, above the estimate. Total tax collections were up 1.5% from July 2024. “While this month’s tax collections highlight the strength of Kansas’... Read More.

McPherson EMS Holds Successful School Supply Drive

Monday, August 4

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson EMS held their school supply drive over the weekend, and they did better than hoped - a lot better. They had a goal to fill seven Walmart shopping carts, but by the time they finished they doubled the total amount of... Read More.

Safehope Launches Matching Gift Challenge

Monday, August 4

NEWTON, Kan. (August 1, 2025) — This August, your impact goes even further! Thanks to the generous support of the Patterson Family Foundation, every donation made to the Safehope Victim Services Fund will be matched up to 50 percent! That means every dollar you give... Read More.

Moundridge Primary Election Update

Mastermind McPherson County Community Presentations Begin Wednesday

Salina City Manager Finalists Named

McPherson City Commissioners Approve Publication of 2026 Budget

Heather Neuhofel Named First-Ever Site Director of the Boys & Girls Club of Salina

Nex-Tech to Acquire Bandwidth from US Cellular

Set Them Up for Success: K-State Expert Offers Tips for Parents of School First-Timers, Transitions

Lindsborg City Council Approves New Flock Camera, Hears Update on Next Community Cleanup Day August 9th

McPherson Chamber of Commerce Highlights L&L Advisors

State of Kansas July Total Tax Collections at $670.2M; 3.3% Above Estimate

McPherson EMS Holds Successful School Supply Drive

Safehope Launches Matching Gift Challenge

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UPCOMING EVENTS

Youth Basketball is Back!

K-2nd Wonder Kids Basketball and 3rd-6th grade Basketball registration is open

Delos V. Smith Senior Center January 2026 Schedule

Shin-hee Chin, Artist-in-Residence