McPherson News

Evergy Urges Customers to be Vigilant for Scams

Wednesday, November 19

TOPEKA, Kan. — Evergy urges customers to watch out for utility scams. Today is Utility Scam Awareness Day November 19. This observance is part of a nationwide initiative with United Utilities Against Scams to raise awareness and educate customers about the growing threat of... Read More.

Kansas County Farm Bureaus Partner With Kansas Hunters Feeding the Hungry

Tuesday, November 18

How hunting provides food to Kansas communities and the ways Farm Bureau stepped up to help (November 5, 2025) — The tradition of hunting in Kansas is strong with generations of families. Conservation of many hunted species is vital to the landscape in Kansas.... Read More.

SCKED to Assist City of Lindsborg in CDBG Grant Application

Tuesday, November 18

LINDSBORG, Kan. — The Lindsborg City Council Monday approved a $3,000 contract with the South Central Kansas Economic Development District to assist in preparing a housing rehabilitation Community Development Block Grant application.This had been discussed in a recent study session, and City Administrator Tanner... Read More.

McPherson Water Park Leaks Repaired, Lazy River Operating as Expected

Tuesday, November 18

McPHERSON, Kan. — The contractor brought in to repair multiple water leaks at the McPherson Water Park says the active leaks have been repaired and the Lazy River in the park is now operating as expected. A report from Dondlinger Construction of Wichita was... Read More.

McPherson City Commission Approves Police Camera Upgrades, Public Works Projects Progress

Tuesday, November 18

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson City Commissioners Tuesday approved a $18,000 purchase of six Flock cameras for the Police Department. Police Chief Mikel Golden explained the purpose of the cameras is to provide the ability to record vehicles and obtain license tag data from them.... Read More.

Suspect Sought in Pedestrian Hit and Run in McPherson October 30th

Monday, November 17

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — McPherson County Crimestoppers is asking for your help in a connection with a hit and run accident on the Kansas Avenue Bridge over I-135 the night of Oct. 30.The vehicle involved is a tan Nissan Altima, tag number not immediately... Read More.

McPherson County Election Results Certified

Monday, November 17

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — Results from the November 4th general election were certified by McPherson County Commissioners following the vote canvass this morning. Including the count of write in votes, which did change the result of one race. That was in Inman, where Billy Garst... Read More.

KDOT Considers US 56 Extension that would Impact McPherson Area Traffic

Monday, November 17

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — As part of improvements being looked at for US 56 between McPherson and Marion, Kansas Department of Transportation officials told members of a corridor study group last week they are looking at a plan that would have a major traffic... Read More.

Governor Kelly, KDHE Ask Kansans to Use Antibiotics Wisely

Monday, November 17

Governor Laura Kelly proclaimed Nov. 18-24 as Use Antibiotics Wisely Week in Kansas. The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) is asking health care providers and Kansans to use antibiotics wisely to help protect from the threat of growing resistance. This one-week observance... Read More.

Boil Water Advisory Issued for the Sundowner West Mobile Home Park, Saline County

Monday, November 17

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a boil water advisory for the Sundowner West Mobile Home Park public water supply system located in Saline County.Customers should observe the following precautions until further notice:Boil water for one minute prior to... Read More.

McPherson County Community Foundation Launches Reverse Scholarship Program

Thursday, November 13

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson County Community Foundation (MCCF) is pleased to announce the launch of its Reverse Scholarship Program, a new effort under the Foundation’s McPherson County Professional Recruitment (McPherson County CPR) initiative.McPherson County CPR is designed to attract and retain college or... Read More.

Mastermind Initiative Grants and First Grant from Galva Community Fund Announced

Thursday, November 13

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson County Community Foundation (MCCF) is pleased to announce the recipients of this year’s Mastermind McPherson County initiative grants, along with the first-ever grant awarded from the newly established Galva Community Fund. A total of $32,370 was distributed in November... Read More.