McPherson News

Cindy Holscher Announces 2026 Kansas Governor Candidacy

Thursday, June 12

TOPEKA, Kan. — The first Democrat has jumped into the 2026 Kansas Governor's race. State Senator Cindy Holscher of Overland park announced her candidacy Thursday to succeed term-limited incumbent Laura Kelly. Holscher said she plans to focus on “kitchen table” issues in her campaign. Other priorities... Read More.

Kansas Board of Regents Approves Tuition Hikes for Five Kansas Colleges

Thursday, June 12

TOPEKA, Kan. — The Kansas Board of Regents this week approved tuition increases for five of the six state universities under its control. Tuition will be increasing by 3% at the University of Kansas, 3.5% at Wichita State University and Kansas State University's Manhattan campus,... Read More.

McPherson Family YMCA to Become Part of Greater Wichita YMCA Association

Thursday, June 12

WICHITA, Kan. — The McPherson Family YMCA and the Greater Wichita YMCA Boards of Directors have agreed to bring the two associations together under the same umbrella. With this collaboration, the Y will be able to expand its mission impact and serve more youth... Read More.

Everfull to Cease Meal Services in Ten Kansas Counties Effective July 1

Thursday, June 12

Everfull, a Hutchinson based organization that operates Friendship Meals programs in 13 counties in south central Kansas and Meals on Wheels in most, has announced it will end services in ten counties effective July 1, including Kingman, McPherson, Reno and Rice. The South Central Kansas... Read More.

Bethany College Announces New Vice President of Advancement & Alumni Engagement

Wednesday, June 11

LINDSBORG, Kan. — Bethany College is proud to announce the appointment of Christie Denniston as Vice President of Advancement & Alumni Engagement. She will officially begin her position at Bethany College on July 21. Denniston brings more than three decades of experience in marketing,... Read More.

Retiring Salina Superintendent Linn Exline to Lead Kansas Wesleyans Teacher Education Department

Wednesday, June 11

SALINA, Kan. — Retiring Salina USD 305 Superintendent Linn Exline will continue in an education role, as she was named this week the new head of Kansas Wesleyan University's Teacher Education Department. KWU President Dr. Mark Thompson said in announcing her new appointment few people... Read More.

Area Senior Living and Care Organizations Announce Affiliation Plans

Wednesday, June 11

NORTH NEWTON, Kan. — Two area senior living and care organizations – Bluestem Communities, headquartered in North Newton, and The Cedars in McPherson – have announced an affiliation that will strengthen non-profit senior services opportunities in south central Kansas.   The Cedars, a life plan community... Read More.

Master Gardeners to Offer Substitute for Senior Voucher Program

Wednesday, June 11

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — While there will likely not be a Kansas Farmers Market Nutrition Program voucher distribution this summer, McPherson County's Master Gardeners and Friends are stepping up to fill the void. That group is making available punch cards that can be used at... Read More.

Women Aviators Launching from Fairhope Alabama in the 48th Air Race Classic

Tuesday, June 10

FAIRHOPE, Ala. — Get ready for a thrilling spectacle as women pilots from across the United States gear up to ignite the skies with the spirit of adventure and competition in the most anticipated aviation event of the year. The Air Race Classic, tracing... Read More.

McPherson to Start Mosquito Spraying in Focused Areas Tonight and Citywide on Thursday (Weather Permitting)

Tuesday, June 10

McPHERSON, Kan. — The city of McPherson will conduct a selective spraying for mosquitoes this evening, which will focus on parks, Turkey Creek Golf Course, the cemetery, and the area around the CHS refinery. Public Lands and Facilities Director Wayne Burns also says if... Read More.

McPherson City Commissioners Approve Two Tree Removals on North Elm, Equipment Upgrades and Upcoming Summer Events

Tuesday, June 10

McPHERSON, Kan. — Removal of two trees and one stump in the way of the reconstruction of the 1100 block of North Elm was approved by McPherson City Commissioners Tuesday, Treder Tree will be removing them at a cost not to exceed $3,500. The Commission... Read More.

McPherson City Commissioners Hear Report of Water Rescue Team Deployment

Tuesday, June 10

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson Fire Department's water rescue team was deployed last week in the wake of flooding in eastern parts of Kansas, and took part in a rescue operation. Division Chief Seth Graham gave a report on their work to the McPherson... Read More.