McPherson News

Sen. Moran Urges FAA Administrator Whitaker to Modernize Space Launch & Reentry Framework

Monday, October 28

By US Senator for Kansas Jerry Moran WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) today called on Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Administrator Mike Whitaker to update launch and reentry regulations which are impeding our nation’s commercial space industry, as well operations that support NASA and... Read More.

Safety First in Vehicles: Buckle Up, Phone Down

Monday, October 28

By the Kansas Department of Transportation KANSAS — Put safety first when getting into a vehicle and participate in Buckle Up Phone Down (BUPD) Day, recognized across the country on Oct. 30. The Kansas Department of Transportation and the Drive To Zero (DTZ) Coalition challenge... Read More.

KDHE Announces Nineteen Additional Grantees for Drug Endangered Children Program

Monday, October 28

By the Kansas Department of Health and Environment Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) announced the second round of funding for the Drug Endangered Children in Kansas (DECK) program. The first round of funding, awarded in October 2023, included 18 communities. With... Read More.

Identity Theft Suspect Search Causes Brief Lockdown at Moundridge High School

Thursday, October 24

By Lucky Kidd MOUNDRIDGE, Kan. — Moundridge High School was briefly placed in a "shelter-in-place" protocol Thursday as law enforcement was searching for a suspect in connection with an identity theft case.Moundridge Police were contracted Oct.17 by Mid Kansas Credit Union regarding a potentially fraudulent... Read More.

David J. Nutt Fund Grants $30,000 to Viking Softball Field Project

Thursday, October 24

By the McPherson County Community Foundation McPHERSON, Kan. — The David J. Nutt Fund, administered by the McPherson County Community Foundation, has awarded a special grant of $30,000 to the Viking Softball Field Project. This project represents a collaborative effort between USD 400, the city... Read More.

ReUse It Center October Donations

Thursday, October 24

McPHERSON, Kan. — The ReUse It Center was able to donate 3,500.00 this month thanks to the shoppers and volunteers. Organizations donated to this month: STEPMCSTEPMC mission statement is to walk alongside people until they are out of poverty. STEPMC provides a framework for people to... Read More.

Ad Astra Radio’s October Peoples Bank and Trust Classroom Hero Cara Schrag

Thursday, October 24

By Brenna Eller McPHERSON, Kan. — Ad Astra Radio is proud to announce Cara Schrag, Roosevelt Elementary School Principal as the most recent recipient of the Classroom Hero Award presented by Peoples Bank and Trust. Each month, Ad Astra Radio randomly selects a different educator, from... Read More.

Kansas Innovators, Entrepreneurs to be Honored by Huck Boyd Institute

Wednesday, October 23

Annual award winners named from across the state By K-State Research and Extension News Service MANHATTAN, Kan. — Seven entrepreneurial organizations will be recognized by K-State’s Huck Boyd National Institute for Rural Development as the 2024 Huck Boyd Leaders of the Year.This year’s award... Read More.

McPherson County Commissioners Approve Contract to Update 20-Year McPherson County Comprehensive Plan Ending This Year

Wednesday, October 23

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — McPherson County Commissioners Monday approved the final plat for the River Trail Farms subdivision south of Lindsborg. The five-lot subdivision is located at the southwest corner of 14th Avenue and Smoky Valley Road, and owner Mark Lott said... Read More.

Lindsborg City Council Greenlights Replacement of HVAC Unit at Wastewater Treatment Plant, Approves Other Upgrades

Wednesday, October 23

By Lucky Kidd LINDSBORG, Kan. — On Monday, the Lindsborg City Council approved the replacement of a mini-split HVAC unit in the electrical room of the Wastewater Treatment Plant. Water/Wastewater Superintendent Bill Walker told the Council the current HVAC unit, installed in 2009, has multiple issues... Read More.

K-State, Kansas Health Foundation Team Up for Statewide Efforts to End Hunger

Wednesday, October 23

By Lindley Lund (K-State News), Chase Willhite (Kansas Health Foundation) MANHATTAN AND WICHITA, Kan. — Kansas State University and the Kansas Health Foundation, or KHF, are joining forces in a new partnership and funding opportunity aimed at ending hunger at the community level across Kansas.This... Read More.

McPherson City Commission Approves Key Infrastructure Updates and New Police Technology

Wednesday, October 23

McPHERSON, Kan. — Another change order has been approved for the Euclid extension of the Elm Street drainage project. This change, approved by the McPherson City Commission Tuesday, adds $26.150 and seven days to the contract to replace and relocate traffic signal conduit and... Read More.