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McPherson American Legion November 11th Veterans Day Celebration

Thursday, October 15

Join the McPherson American Legion on Wednesday, Nov. 11 for a full-day celebration honoring the veterans of McPherson County. The day will start at the American Legion with a free-to-all Veterans Breakfast hosted by Gentiva Hospice from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. The Veterans Day Parade... Read More.

Starry, Starry Night at Coronado Heights

Thursday, October 15

LINDSBORG, Kan. (October 14, 2026) — Experience the night sky with the Cosmosphere from atop beautiful Coronado Heights! Starry, Starry Night at Coronado Heights returns November 14, 2026! Timed shuttle rides to and from Coronado Heights are FREE but my must be reserved by... Read More.

The Legend of Sleepy Hollow Returns to Lindsborg

Thursday, October 15

The Legend of Sleepy Hollow returns to Lindsborg this weekend, bringing Washington Irving’s famous story to life at the Old Mill & Swedish Heritage Museum grounds. Performances start Friday, inviting you to follow Ichabod Crane’s spooky adventure as it unfolds across the museum’s historic... Read More.

Pianist Blends Cuban Music and Jazz in Lingenfelter Concert Performance

Wednesday, October 14

McPHERSON, Kan. — Internationally acclaimed pianist Ignacio “Nachito” Herrera will be the featured artist in the fall Lingenfelter Concert Series at McPherson College. He will perform a recital blending rhythm and soul on Saturday, Nov. 7, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in Brown Auditorium.... Read More.

KDHE Rescinds Boil Water Advisory for Marion Co Improvement District 2

Wednesday, October 14

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has rescinded a boil water advisory for the Marion Co Improvement District 2 public water supply system located in Marion County. The advisory was issued because of a waterline break resulting in a loss of pressure... Read More.

Salina Symphony to Feature Nachito Herrera for “Rach & Rhapsody” Nov. 8

Wednesday, October 14

Passion, rhythm and breathtaking artistry will fill the Stiefel Theatre as Afro-Cuban jazz sensation Nachito Herrera returns to Salina for the Symphony’s “Rach & Rhapsody” concert Sun., Nov. 8, at 4:00 p.m. The program opens with Liszt’s exhilarating “Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2,” a dazzling orchestral... Read More.

Cindy Holscher, Ty Masterson Gain Gubernatorial Endorsements from Labor, Ag Interests

Tuesday, October 13

TOPEKA — The Kansas gubernatorial campaigns of Republican Ty Masterson and Democrat Cindy Holscher landed endorsements that echo the political alliances they developed while serving in the Kansas Legislature. Masterson pocketed support from the Kansas Farm Bureau PAC, while Holscher bolstered her resume with backing... Read More.

Snow Roadeo Gets McPherson Street Crews Ready for Winter

Tuesday, October 13

Warm Autumn temperatures make winter snow seem far away - but the City of McPherson street crew is already preparing. City crew members recently took part in the Snow Roadeo, an annual training and equipment handling event near Milford Lake and Junction City. The Kansas... Read More.

Pre-K Teacher Erica Kramer Receives Ad Astra Radio Classroom Hero Award, Presented by Peoples Bank and Trust

Tuesday, October 13

McPHERSON, Kan. — Lincoln Elementary School Pre-K Teacher Erica Kramer’s impact goes far beyond her classroom. Ad Astra Radio is proud to announce Mrs. Kramer as this month’s Classroom Hero Award recipient presented by Peoples Bank and Trust. Each month, Ad Astra Radio randomly selects a... Read More.

Cattle Truck Rolls Over in Harvey County

Tuesday, October 13

A cattle truck rolled over on Interstate 135 in Harvey County, blocking the inside lane southbound. Emergency crews responded, and officials say the truck driver was not hurt. A veterinarian was called to check the cattle. Crews are still working to clear the scene and... Read More.

Craig Coldren Returns to Hutch Based Sky Ryders

Tuesday, October 13

The Sky Ryders Performing Arts Foundation has named Hutchinson native and longtime alumnus Craig Coldren as corps administrator. Coldren joined the drum corps in 1974 and has helped lead its revival since 2023. He spent 35 years working for FedEx before retiring in 2017. Coldren says... Read More.

McPherson Chamber Welcomes New Board Member

Tuesday, October 13

The McPherson Chamber announced a new board member. Kenan Warren brings banking and finance experience to the board and will look at Chamber partnerships as a way to help entrepreneurs start or grow their businesses. Kenan Warren has spent his entire life in McPherson outside... Read More.