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McPherson VFW Post 2715 Donation Enhances Comfort for Infusion Center Patients and Families

Wednesday, July 8

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson Center for Health is grateful to the members of VFW Post 2715 for their generous donation to purchase new chairs for the hospital's Outpatient Infusion Center. The donation funded comfortable seating for family members and loved ones accompanying patients during infusion... Read More.

Get the Best Price of the Year on Kansas State Fair: Midway Wristband + Gate Ticket Flash Sale

Tuesday, July 7

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - (July 7, 2026) – On Tuesday, July 14, from 10 AM to 10 PM, don’t miss the Kansas State Fair’s incredible flash sale: get one Midway Unlimited Ride Wristband plus one gate admission ticket for just $30 ($54 value)! This is the... Read More.

McPherson City Commission Awards Hickory Street Bid

Tuesday, July 7

McPherson City Commissioners Tuesday accepted the low bid from Prairie Landworks for the Hickory Street reconstruction project, the final project set out under the first half percent sales tax. PLI's bid of $1,001,465.92 was the lowest of nine received, and below the just over... Read More.

Sunflower Summer Program Starts Thursday

Monday, July 6

Kansas Tourism is excited to announce the opening of the 2026 Sunflower Summer program and is inviting Kansas families to enjoy a season packed with unforgettable adventures. Created for Kansas students and their families, the Sunflower Summer program offers complimentary admission to more than... Read More.

McPherson County Commission Hears Jail Update, Approves Cell Phone Purchase for Health Department

Monday, July 6

The inmate count at the McPherson County Jail is at the lowest level seen in some time, going back to pre-COVID numbers. Sheriff Jerry Montagne told County Commissioners Monday they are housing 38 inmates, three female and four being held on municipal court cases.... Read More.

Galva Woman Killed in 4th of July Crash Near McPherson

Monday, July 6

A Galva woman was killed and two others injured in a Saturday evening crash south of McPherson. McPherson County Sheriff's Captain Jeffrey Schmidt said deputies and first responders were sent just before 6:30 PM to the 900 block of 14th Avenue, between Dakota and... Read More.

McPherson 4th of July Fireworks Postponed to Sunday

Saturday, July 4

Due to rain earlier today, the McPherson 4th of July Fireworks and other activities schedule for Wall Park this evening has been postponed to Sunday. McPherson Convention and Visitors Bureau Director Joni Reigner told Ad Astra News all activities that were planned for tonight, including... Read More.

Goessel Requesting Damage Reports, Sets Tentative Limb Pickup Plans

Saturday, July 4

In the wake of Saturday morning's wind damage,the city of Goessel is working on a disaster report to submit to the state of Kansas, which could result in assistance being made available, depending on what that amounts to. The city has provided the following... Read More.

Severe Storms Impact Central Kansas Saturday Morning, More Possible Later Today

Saturday, July 4

The first of two potential rounds of severe weather for the 4th of July produced gusty winds and isolated damage reports. The National Weather Service in Wichita reported a 74 mile an hour wind gust at Hutchinson Regioal Airport as storms came through... Read More.

Ellsworth Man Killed in Early Saturday Morning Accident

Saturday, July 4

An Ellsworth man died early Saturday morning after he was struck by a pickup in Russell County. According to the Kansas Highway Patrol a passenger in the truck, Aiden Moyer, lost his hat out the right front door window at 195th and Lincoln Lane,... Read More.

MCCF Announces Change in Grant Application Process

Thursday, July 2

The McPherson County Community Foundation has reopened its grant application process and announced several changes that will take effect with the new grant year beginning July 1. The foundation’s regular grant cycle closes each year on May 15 before reopening July 1. The updates... Read More.

Affidavits Released in Fatal Shooting, Aggravated Battery Incidents; Charges Filed Involving Related Drinking Party

Thursday, July 2

Affidavits connected to two criminal cases against Daniel Hawkinson have been released. Hawkinson is charged with voluntary manslaughter in the January 31st shooting death of Joshua Soden southwest of Inman, and aggravated battery in connection with an incident December 20th at an underage... Read More.