McPherson News

Two Horses Perish in Barn Fire Southeast of McPherson

Monday, April 28

McPHERSON, Kan. — Two horses died in a Monday morning barn fire southeast of McPherson. McPherson fire units were called just after 7:30 a.m. to the area of 17th and Eisenhower Road, where on arrival a small barn was found with heavy fire involvement and... Read More.

2025 Kansas Arbor Day Poster Contest Winners Announced

Friday, April 25

As today is Kansas Arbor Day, the Kansas Forest Service announced the 2025 Kansas Arbor Day Poster Contest winners. The Kansas Forest Service thanked all who participated in the contest this year. The theme was, “Kansas Trees are Terrific in Cities, Towns and Communities,” which... Read More.

Breaking Down Community Priorities from the Mastermind Survey

Thursday, April 24

Over the past few weeks, the McPherson County Community Foundation has touched on the priorities that emerged from the Mastermind McPherson County Survey—first by outlining they’re categorized, and then by highlighting a recent Mastermind grant. Now, let’s take a closer look at the specific... Read More.

Governor Kelly Signs Bipartisan Bill to Expand Access to Child Care Services and Consolidate Existing Early Childhood Programs

Thursday, April 24

TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly on Thursday signed House Bill 2045, a bipartisan compromise to expand access to child care services and consolidate existing early childhood programs into the Office of Early Childhood. The bill was crafted through negotiations with a bipartisan... Read More.

Kansas Airport Improvement Program (KAIP) to Provide Funding for 47 Aviation Projects Across Kansas

Thursday, April 24

Governor Laura Kelly announced the allocation of $14.5 million for 47 aviation projects throughout Kansas as part of the Kansas Airport Improvement Program (KAIP). This program funds the planning, construction, and rehabilitation of public-use general aviation airports. Governor Kelly shared that the Kansas aerospace... Read More.

Rooted in Communities: Kansas Forest Service Cultivates a Precious Kansas Resource

Thursday, April 24

The independent agency, housed at K-State, promotes tree conservation, management and planning around the state. MANHATTAN, Kan. — You may not think about it often, but you have a favorite tree, Matthew Norville bets. Maybe it's a droopy weeping willow that you wove through as a... Read More.

Governor Kelly Directs Flags be Flown at Half-Staff in Honor of Pope Francis

Wednesday, April 23

TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly, in accordance with Executive Order #20-30, on Wednesday, directed flags on all state buildings, grounds, and facilities to be flown at half-staff immediately until sunset on the day of interment, April 26, in honor of Pope Francis. “As one... Read More.

McPherson County Commissioners Discuss Plans to Sell Building on Hospital Drive, Milling Work Beginning on Old Highway 81 North of McPherson

Tuesday, April 22

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — McPherson County Commissioners intend to sell a building on Hospital Drive that for about the last two years has been leased to McPherson USD 418 on behalf of the McPherson County Special Education Cooperative for their infant-toddler program. The current lease... Read More.

McPherson City Commissioners Approve Lead Service Line Inventory Ordinance

Tuesday, April 22

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson City Commissioners are taking a new tact in identifying lead water service lines in the city, which federal regulators are requiring the city to identify. To that end, an ordinance was approved Tuesday that will, as of July 1, require... Read More.

McPherson College to Host the Most Unique Car Show in the Midwest Saturday, May 3

Tuesday, April 22

McPHERSON, Kan. — One-of-a-kind classic automobiles will be displayed during the 25TH Annual C.A.R.S. Club Motoring Festival at McPherson College on Saturday, May 3, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Organizers expect 450 cars from across the country to participate. This year, a few... Read More.

McPherson College Adds Mechanical Engineering Degree

Monday, April 21

McPHERSON, Kan. — The Higher Learning Commission recently approved McPherson College to offer a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering starting in August 2026. The new degree further diversifies the college’s academic offerings and advances its position as a practical, future-oriented, and innovative campus. The... Read More.

Moundridge Man Killed in Nebraska Plane Crash

Saturday, April 19

MOUNDRIDGE, Kan. — A Moundridge man was one of three people killed in the Friday night crash of a small plane near Fremont, Neb., northwest of Omaha. The Dodge County, Neb., Sheriff's Office identified the men as 43-year-old Daniel Williams of Moundridge, and 50-year-old Jeff... Read More.

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Two Horses Perish in Barn Fire Southeast of McPherson

2025 Kansas Arbor Day Poster Contest Winners Announced

Breaking Down Community Priorities from the Mastermind Survey

Governor Kelly Signs Bipartisan Bill to Expand Access to Child Care Services and Consolidate Existing Early Childhood Programs

Kansas Airport Improvement Program (KAIP) to Provide Funding for 47 Aviation Projects Across Kansas

Rooted in Communities: Kansas Forest Service Cultivates a Precious Kansas Resource

Governor Kelly Directs Flags be Flown at Half-Staff in Honor of Pope Francis

McPherson County Commissioners Discuss Plans to Sell Building on Hospital Drive, Milling Work Beginning on Old Highway 81 North of McPherson

McPherson City Commissioners Approve Lead Service Line Inventory Ordinance

McPherson College to Host the Most Unique Car Show in the Midwest Saturday, May 3

McPherson College Adds Mechanical Engineering Degree

Moundridge Man Killed in Nebraska Plane Crash

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