McPherson News

Lake Garnett Grand Prix Revival Unveils New Logo

Friday, April 10

The Lake Garnett Grand Prix Revival has a new look. The new logo, unveiled Friday, has at its center a vintage racing helmet, a symbol chosen intentionally over checkered flags and race only imagery. Revival President Tracy Modlin said “The helmet is human,... Read More.

McPherson USD 418 Seeks Future Kindergarten Students

Friday, April 10

McPherson USD 418 is looking for future kindergartners. As they work on details for their Kindergarten Roundup, the district is asking parents who have children who will be at least five years old on or before August 31st, 2026. The district has a... Read More.

MCCF Announces April Grant Awards

Thursday, April 9

The McPherson County Community Foundation and the Moundridge Foundation have announced their grant recipients for April 2026. This cycle the Foundation released over $33,000 to organizations across the county. These distributions came from three different community funds. McPherson County General Grants McPherson Public Library – RFID... Read More.

K-State Day of Giving Raises over $7.5 million

Thursday, April 9

MANHATTAN, Kan. (k-state.edu) — On Kansas State University's Day of Giving, the K-State family once again demonstrated its extraordinary commitment to advancing academic programs, student success and innovative research. Wildcats reached new heights this year in the second annual 24-hour giving challenge,... Read More.

Maxwell Wildlife Refuge Celebrating 75 Years of Conservation and Preservation

Thursday, April 9

Ever wonder what Kansas looked like before modern development, fences and highways came along? Maxwell Wildlife Refuge, located outside of Canton, KS, offers guided tours and educational experiences to learn about the wildlife, land, and prairie heritage of Kansas. In 1951, Maxwell became home to... Read More.

McPherson USD 418 Superintendent Search Underway

Wednesday, April 8

The process of hiring a new Superintendent of Schools for McPherson USD 418 is underway. At the first of a series of special meetings to be held this month Wednesday evening, Board of Education President Lara Vanderhoof said the board would be reviewing application... Read More.

United Way of McPherson County Honors Five Local Businesses

Wednesday, April 8

United Way of McPherson County recognized five local businesses Tuesday evening for their amazing fundraising in 2025 for Workplace Giving Campaigns. The recognition took part as part of their Grateful Giving Celebration. Farmers Alliance took home the Legacy Award, while Wise and Reber received... Read More.

McPherson County Unemployment Rate at Regional Low for January 2026

Wednesday, April 8

The Kansas Department of Labor has released the January Labor report, delayed from its usual release time due to last fall's federal shutdown. Statewide seasonally adjusted unemployment for January came in at 3.8 percent, up a tenth of a point from December and from... Read More.

Lindsborg City Council Discusses Disposal of Landlocked Property, Approves Tree Care Plan for 2026

Tuesday, April 7

LINDSBORG, Kan. — The Lindsborg City Council Monday authorized city staff to pursue the disposal of a piece of city owned property it no longer has use for. This lot along Columbus Street was at one time the site of a city electric substation. City... Read More.

McPherson City Commissioners Approve Public Safety Upgrades, Community Projects and Event Permits

Tuesday, April 7

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson City Commissioners Tuesday approved purchase for the Police Department of LeadsOnline, a program that they can use to help locate stolen items. With it, they are able to quickly locate suspects and recover items before they are melted down or... Read More.

Scam Impersonating a Court Targets Kansans in Multiple Communities

Tuesday, April 7

TOPEKA, Kan. — The Kansas judicial branch is raising awareness about a new scam that threatens court enforcement for an unpaid toll and encourages the person targeted to scan a QR code to make a payment. The scam appears to be a message from the... Read More.

Application Deadline for 2026 Boys State of Kansas Session Set for April 30

Tuesday, April 7

(April 7, 2026) — The American Legion Boys State of Kansas is accepting applications for its 2026 session through Thursday, April 30. Applications are accepted after that date, but on a space-available basis. The event is set to be held Sunday, May 31, through... Read More.