McPherson News

McPherson County Commissioners to Review Budgets and Security Upgrades at Monday Meeting

Sunday, June 8

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — McPherson County Commissioners will continue budget presentations during Monday's meeting, which begins at 9 at the Public Works Office at 1115 West Avenue A. To be presented are the proposed budgets for Public Works, Extension Service, Emergency Management and Communications,... Read More.

Two Marion Bicyclists Struck by Tire in Northwest Kansas

Saturday, June 7

Two Marion residents were injured Friday afternoon after they were struck by a tire that had come off a trailer in far northwest Kansas.The Kansas Highway Patrol said Wayne and Barbara Akers were riding bikes westbound on US 36 near McDonald, about 19 miles... Read More.

New President Elected To McPherson County Bankers Association

Saturday, June 7

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — Tom Kueser, President of the State Bank of Canton and McPherson County Commissioner has been elected new President of the McPherson County Bankers Association."I am both honored and humbled to have been named President of the McPherson County Bankers Association,"... Read More.

KCC Schedules Public Hearings on Evergy’s Request to Raise Rates

Thursday, June 5

TOPEKA, Kan. — The Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC) will hold public hearings in Wichita and Topeka beginning next week to give Evergy Kansas Central customers the opportunity to learn more about the company’s rate increase request, ask questions and make comments before the Commission.Evergy... Read More.

Grant Honors Fallen Veterans

Thursday, June 5

LINDSBORG, Kan. — In March, the David J. Nutt Fund, administered by the McPherson County Community Foundation, awarded a $9,295 grant to American Legion Post 140 to purchase 300 aluminum grave markers and flag holders for veterans buried in Elmwood Cemetery in Lindsborg.The grave... Read More.

Stream Advisory Issued for the Walnut River from Highway 54 South of El Dorado

Thursday, June 5

Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a stream advisory for the Walnut River from where it passes under Highway 54 south of El Dorado to the confluence with Turkey Creek. The stream advisory is a result of a damaged pipe discharging untreated... Read More.

Join the Excitement of the 2025 ARRL Field Day “Radio Connects” June 28-29

Thursday, June 5

What is ARRL Field Day? ARRL Field Day is a radio communications event that brings together amateur radio operators (also called “hams”) within your community. The theme for 2025 Field Day is “Radio Connects” – highlighting the many ways that wireless technology connects... Read More.

Introducing Ad Astra Radio’s Hutchinson / Larned News Director Kaitlyn Mauro

Wednesday, June 4

Ad Astra Radio is excited to introduce the newest member to the News Team, Kaitlyn Wolters-Mauro from Atwood, Kansas.Kaitlyn will have the title of Hutchinson/Larned News Director. "At Ad Astra Radio, we take our role as local broadcasters very seriously. We want to entertain, engage... Read More.

Lindsborg Community Hospital Now Offering $35 Sports Physicals

Wednesday, June 4

LINDSBORG, Kan. — Lindsborg Community Hospital is now offering sports physicals for student athletes at a convenient cash price of $35. These physicals are available by appointment in the clinic or on a walk-in basis at Urgent Care, giving families flexible options to fit... Read More.

May Total Tax Collections Over $657M; 31.7% Above Estimate

Tuesday, June 3

TOPEKA, Kan. — The State of Kansas ends May 2025 with total tax collections at $657.7 million. That is $158.3 million, or 31.7%, above the estimate. Total tax collections were down 0.2% from May 2024. “Surpassing estimates this month is a positive indicator, but we... Read More.

Salina Grace Community Resource Center Open House

Tuesday, June 3

SALINA, Kan. — All are welcome to join the Salina Grace Community Resource Center for an Open House on Tuesday, June 17, from 4 to 6 p.m., at 315 S. Broadway Blvd., Salina.The tour will be a come-and-go event to see the updated facility—including... Read More.

Laura Savage Joins McPherson County as 4-H Youth Development Agent

Tuesday, June 3

McPHERSON, Kan. — Laura Savage will begin serving as the McPherson County 4-H youth development extension agent, effective June 9. McPherson County’s extension office is in McPherson, Kansas.Savage earned her bachelor’s degree in exercise science from Tabor College. She has most recently been employed... Read More.