McPherson News

Plea Entered in Fatal 2024 Hit and Run Near Newton

Wednesday, August 6

A Hutchinson woman has entered a plea in connection with a fatal hit and on the south edge of Newton in April 2024, Under a plea agreement. Samara Maple admitted at a hearing in Harvey County District Court Tuesday to leaving the scene of a... Read More.

Higher Learning Commission Reaffirms McPherson College Accreditation

Wednesday, August 6

McPHERSON, Kan. — The Higher Learning Commission (HLC) reaffirmed McPherson College’s accreditation following the June meeting of its Institutional Actions Council. As part of the reaffirmation, the HLC invited the college to pursue the Open Pathway for its next 10-year accreditation cycle — signaling... Read More.

Empowering Change: Chevy’s Backpacks Enhance Autism Awareness For First Responders

Wednesday, August 6

McPHERSON, Kan. (Aug. 5, 2025) — Eight-year-old Chevy Settrini visited with the McPherson Sheriff Department, the McPherson Police Department, and the McPherson Fire Department on July 30, 2005, when he donated four backpacks to each department for Autism Awareness. Chevy was diagnosed with Autism... Read More.

Tom Kueser Appointed To KBA State Legislative Committee

Wednesday, August 6

The Kansas Bankers Association is pleased to announce that Tom Kueser, President of the State Bank of Canton, has been appointed to serve on the KBA State Affairs Committee. In this three-year appointment, President Kueser will play a key role in developing, monitoring, and influencing... Read More.

Abilene 2025 Primary Election Update

Wednesday, August 6

Abilene voters narrowed the field for three City Commission seats in Tuesday's primary election. The Dickinson County Clerk's Office released these unofficial results Tuesday night Debby Lytle 379 Alan M. Baier 342 John Kolhoff 323 Cy Taylor 304 Bruce L, Johnson 290 Rebecca Perkins 257 ... Read More.

Moundridge Primary Election Update

Wednesday, August 6

MOUNDRIDGE, Kan. — The candidate field for two seats on the Moundridge City Council was narrowed in Tuesday's primary election. These are the unofficial results from the McPherson County Clerk's Office. The top four candidates will advance to the November General Election. James D. Ratzlaff... Read More.

Mastermind McPherson County Community Presentations Begin Wednesday

Tuesday, August 5

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — The McPherson County Community Foundation's Mastermind on the Road series will begin Wednesday in Marquette, as they present the results from the Mastermind survey community members took earlier this year. The Marquette presentation will be at noon Wednesday at Smoky Valley... Read More.

Salina City Manager Finalists Named

Tuesday, August 5

SALINA, Kan. — The Salina City Commission has announced its City Manager finalists. Following a nationwide search led by Government Professional Solutions, the three City Manager finalists are Darrin Tangeman of Orleans, Massachusetts; Michael Tremblay of Fort George G. Meade, Maryland; and Jacob Wood... Read More.

McPherson City Commissioners Approve Publication of 2026 Budget

Tuesday, August 5

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson City Commissioners approved the publication of the city's 2026 budget at Tuesday's meeting. That budget will leave the city's property tax levy at the 53.238 mills as for 2025 but will exceed the revenue neutral rate by a little over... Read More.

Heather Neuhofel Named First-Ever Site Director of the Boys & Girls Club of Salina

Tuesday, August 5

SALINA, Kan. — The Boys & Girls Clubs of Hutchinson is thrilled to announce Heather Neuhofel as the inaugural Site Director of the brand-new Boys & Girls Club of Salina. With more than a decade of experience in youth development, Heather steps into a... Read More.

Nex-Tech to Acquire Bandwidth from US Cellular

Tuesday, August 5

(August 2, 2025) — Nex-Tech Wireless has entered into an agreement with US Cellular to acquire additional spectrum space in the 700 MHz band, which will enable Nex-Tech to increase network capacity in central Kansas. Nex-Tech Wireless CEO Jon Lightle said the additional spectrum will... Read More.

Set Them Up for Success: K-State Expert Offers Tips for Parents of School First-Timers, Transitions

Tuesday, August 5

MANHATTAN, Kan. — A child walking into a school for the first time or transitioning to secondary education can experience a wide range of emotions, which can be overwhelming for both them and their parents. Jessica Lane, associate professor of counseling in Kansas State University's... Read More.