McPherson News

Kansas Forest Service Official Urges Proper Extinguisher Use, Training

Monday, December 22

Williams says fire department should still be called in most instances MANHATTAN, Kan. — As the holiday season brings decorated homes, busy kitchens and cold-weather equipment use, a Kansas Forest Service official is urging residents and producers to take a closer look at fire... Read More.

Four Killed in Separate Weekend Traffic Accidents Across Kansas, Including Two Pedestrians

Sunday, December 21

(December 21, 2025) — Four people have died over the weekend in traffic accidents around Kansas as of Sunday morning. Friday evening, a 77-year-old Riley man, Thomas McHugh, was crossing US 77 near the US 24 junction on the north edge of Riley, northwest of... Read More.

President Trump Announces Disaster Aid for 16 Kansas Counties from July Storms

Sunday, December 21

President Donald Trump informed US Senator Roger Marshall late Friday $5.7 million in disaster assistance has been approved for 16 Kansas counties impacted by a combination of Severe thunderstorms, straight line winds and flooding that occurred July 17-22. Counties included in the federal disaster... Read More.

Salina Names New City Attorney, First Full Time One

Friday, December 19

SALINA, Kan. — City Manager Jacob Wood has appointed Patrick Hoffman as the new City Attorney. Mr. Hoffman is a Salina resident and brings over 15 years of municipal law experience to the City of Salina. He served as County Counselor for Reno and Barton... Read More.

Chief Justice Marla Luckert to Step Back From Role

Friday, December 19

TOPEKA, Kan. — Chief Justice Marla Luckert will resign from the office of chief justice on January 2, but she will remain as a justice on the Supreme Court until she retires on a date to be announced. The Kansas Constitution includes a provision that... Read More.

Potato…Po-tah-to: Knowing the Variety Makes a Difference in How You Cook Versatile Vegetable

Friday, December 19

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas State University food scientist Karen Blakeslee says that even though two potato varieties may seem the same, there can be a big difference in how each makes it to the dinner table. She said starch and moisture content determine the best... Read More.

KBI Investigating Officer-Involved Shooting in Leavenworth

Thursday, December 18

LEAVENWORTH COUNTY – The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) is investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred Thursday afternoon in Leavenworth, Kansas. On Dec. 18, at approximately 4:10 p.m., the Leavenworth Police Department requested KBI assistance. KBI agents and the Crime Scene Response Team responded to investigate. At around... Read More.

Aerial Fire Attack Grounded Thursday, December 18

Thursday, December 18

The high winds are also hampering part of the wildfire response. The Kansas Forest Service said their firefighting aircraft are grounded today due to the high winds, which can make flying unsafe for pilots and reduce effectiveness of water drops. Because of this, firefighters... Read More.

Thousands Without Power Across Kansas, Multiple Reports of Wind Gusts Exceeding 60 MPH

Thursday, December 18

2:37 p.m. - Evergy is reporting just over 5,000 customers without power. About 60 customers are off in Reno County, mostly on the south side of Hutchinson, the city of South Hutchinson, and south of south Hutchinson. Midwest Energy is reporting 283 customers without... Read More.

McPherson Business Raided by KBI Files Suit for Return of Product, Money

Wednesday, December 17

McPHERSON, Kan. — The owners of a McPherson business raided in early October as part of a statewide enforcement operation by the Kansas Bureau of Investigation and the Kansas Attorney General's office, have filed suit seeking injunctions against further such raids and return of... Read More.

The ReUse It Center Shares 2025 Year End Check Donations

Wednesday, December 17

McPHERSON, Kan. — The ReUse It Center is wrapping up 2025 surpassing its donation goal for the year. "I’m truly amazed at how far we’ve surpassed last year’s accomplishments," said store manager Shulah Neff. "This year, we were able to donate $108,250.00 to local nonprofits!!" After... Read More.

One Dead After UPS Truck, Train Collided Near Burrton

Tuesday, December 16

BURRTON, Kan. (Dec. 16, 2025) — One person was killed in a crash Tuesday afternoon involving a BNSF train and a UPS delivery truck west of Burrton. The accident occurred just after 3 PM at Blanchard and Woodberry Roads, on the Reno-Harvey county line. ... Read More.

Kansas Forest Service Official Urges Proper Extinguisher Use, Training

Four Killed in Separate Weekend Traffic Accidents Across Kansas, Including Two Pedestrians

President Trump Announces Disaster Aid for 16 Kansas Counties from July Storms

Salina Names New City Attorney, First Full Time One

Chief Justice Marla Luckert to Step Back From Role

Potato…Po-tah-to: Knowing the Variety Makes a Difference in How You Cook Versatile Vegetable

KBI Investigating Officer-Involved Shooting in Leavenworth

Aerial Fire Attack Grounded Thursday, December 18

Thousands Without Power Across Kansas, Multiple Reports of Wind Gusts Exceeding 60 MPH

McPherson Business Raided by KBI Files Suit for Return of Product, Money

The ReUse It Center Shares 2025 Year End Check Donations

One Dead After UPS Truck, Train Collided Near Burrton

CURRENT WEATHER

UPCOMING EVENTS

Youth Basketball is Back!

K-2nd Wonder Kids Basketball and 3rd-6th grade Basketball registration is open

Delos V. Smith Senior Center January 2026 Schedule

Shin-hee Chin, Artist-in-Residence