McPherson News

Flags to be Flown at Full-Staff throughout the State of Kansas for Remainder of Inauguration Day

Monday, January 20

TOPEKA, Kan. — In accordance with a proclamation made by President Donald Trump, Governor Laura Kelly has directed flags throughout the State of Kansas to be flown at full-staff for the remainder of Inauguration Day.Flags should return to half-staff at sunrise on Tuesday,... Read More.

Moundridge Public Library February Events

Sunday, January 19

MOUNDRIDGE, Kan. — The Moundridge Public Library, located at 411 N. Christian Ave. Moundridge, Kan., has shared the upcoming events through February 26. Upcoming Events:Jan 20 - Inauguration Day, MLK Jr Day, 3:45pm Black Kettle Book Club Jan 21 - 1-2pm, Road Scholar... Read More.

Amanda Faber Selected as New Magistrate Judge for McPherson County

Saturday, January 18

TOPEKA, Kan. — The 9th Judicial District Nominating Commission has selected Amanda Faber to fill a district magistrate judge vacancy in McPherson County, effective once sworn in. Previously, Faber was a district magistrate judge in McPherson county. The 9th Judicial District is composed of Harvey... Read More.

FHSU and Kansas Community Colleges Announce New Guaranteed Admission Program in School and Clinical Psychology

Saturday, January 18

HAYS, Kan. — Fort Hays State University President Tisa Mason and Kansas Association of Community Colleges Director Heather Morgan were joined today by the presidents and representatives from Kansas’s network of 19 community colleges to officially sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for a... Read More.

Governor Kelly Delivers 2025 State of the State Address

Thursday, January 16

Gov. Kelly Anticipates Kansas Prospering for Generations Through Remainder of the 21st Century TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly delivered the 2025 State of the State address to a joint session of the Kansas Legislature on Wednesday, Jan. 15. In her address, Gov. Kelly shared accomplishments achieved... Read More.

Rep. Mann Defends Religious Freedom of Small Business Owners

Thursday, January 16

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, in celebration of National Religious Freedom Day, U.S. Representative Tracey Mann (KS-01) reintroduced the Fair Assistance and Impartial Treatment of Help (FAITH) in Small Business Act. The FAITH in Small Business Act protects the First Amendment rights of small business... Read More.

KDOT Announces Approved December Bids for State Highway Construction and Maintenance Projects

Thursday, January 16

The Kansas Department of Transportation announces approved bids for state highway construction and maintenance projects. The letting took place Dec. 18, 2024, in Topeka. Some of the bids may include multiple projects that have been bundled based on proximity and type of work. District One... Read More.

McPherson USD 418 to Host Community Focus Groups Jan. 16 and Jan. 27: USD 418 Board Meeting Highlights

Wednesday, January 15

McPHERSON, Kan. — The USD 418 Board of Education held their regular monthly meeting on January 13, 2025.The Board has scheduled two special meetings for January 16 and January 27 at 6:00PM to host Community Focus Groups. These groups are part of our ongoing... Read More.

City of Newton to Accept $3M State Grant to Extend Sand Creek Bike Path

Wednesday, January 15

By the City of Newton NEWTON, Kan. — At Tuesday’s meeting, the City Commission approved moving forward with accepting almost $3 million in grant money to partially fund an extension of the Sand Creek Bike Path.Last summer, the City applied for Transportation Alternatives funding from... Read More.

City of McPherson Approves Change Order on Purchase of New Ambulance, Hears Annual EMS Report

Tuesday, January 14

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson City Commissioners approved a change order on purchase of a new Ambulance. EMS director Will Moore said there was an increase of $3,956 in the chassis cost from the bid originally accepted last April. This brings the total... Read More.

McPherson County Community Foundation Announces Retirement of President & CEO Becky Goss

Monday, January 13

By McPherson County Community Foundation McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — The McPherson County Community Foundation (MCCF) announced that its President and CEO, Becky Goss, will retire at the end of 2025. Goss, who has been with the Foundation since its inception in January 2001, has served... Read More.

New President Named for Hesston College

Monday, January 13

By Lucky Kidd HESSTON, Kan. — Mark Landes was named the 10th president of Hesston College on Monday. Landes, who previously worked for the college from 2013 to 2019 as vice president of finance and operations and during which time he was twice acting president... Read More.