McPherson News

Heath Hogan Appointed as New Superintendent of USD 305 School District

Monday, February 17

SALINA, Kan. — The USD 305 school board unanimously voted to appoint Heath Hogan as the district’s new superintendent, effective July 1, 2025. “We are confident that Mr. Hogan will bring strong leadership and experience to our students, educators and community,” said Gabe Grant, board... Read More.

Three Injured in Friday Crash Near Canton, One Reported with Serious Injuries

Saturday, February 15

McPHERSON, Kan. — Three people were injured in a weather related crash Friday morning on US 56 about two miles west of Canton. The Kansas Highway Patrol said a car driven by Donald Long of York, Neb., was eastbound on 56 when he lost control... Read More.

Match Week Deadlines Approaching Feb. 15

Friday, February 14

McPHERSON, Kan. — The deadlines for several of our opportunities are approaching at the end of this week. High school seniors, STEM students, and organizations interested in taking advantage of the match must submit their respective applications by February 15. Scholarships: The upcoming deadline applies to... Read More.

Newton City Commission Approves Four Days to Set Off Fireworks in July 2025

Wednesday, February 12

NEWTON, Kan. — At the Newton City Commission meeting Tuesday, the City Commission approved the 2025 dates of fireworks sales for 10 a.m.-10 p.m. June 27-July 5 and discharge for 10 a.m.-midnight July 2-5. The decision followed a few weeks of active discussion and community... Read More.

Great Plains FCU Selects James Wileman as President & CEO

Wednesday, February 12

JOPLIN, MO — The Board of Directors of Great Plains Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce that James Wileman has been officially appointed as President & CEO. Following an extensive national search led by DDJ Myers, an ALM First Company, the board selected... Read More.

KHP 2025-04 Collegiate Law Gives College Students Experience in Law Enforcement Field

Tuesday, February 11

Students will spend one week at KHP Training Academy College students will have the opportunity this summer to experience what law enforcement training and careers are like through the Collegiate Law Enforcement Academy. The Collegiate Law program is hosted by the Patrol and will be held from... Read More.

McPherson BPU Approves Change in Rate Structure for Customer Classes, Effective April 1

Tuesday, February 11

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson Board of Public Utilities Monday approved a change in the rate structure for several customer classes, effective April 1. BPU General Manager Josh Bedel said the change involves going from a two-part rate to a three-part rate with the addition... Read More.

McPherson City Commission Hears Update on Fire Station 2, Accepts Bid for Police Substation Remodeling Project

Tuesday, February 11

McPHERSON, Kan. — Work to fix the snow drain system that had been installed incorrectly at the new McPherson Fire Station 2 began last week. Fire Chief Chad Mayberry told the McPherson City Commission Tuesday concrete cutting began last week, and removal and excavating... Read More.

McPherson School Board Approves 2025-26 Fees, Adds New Classes and Interventions

Tuesday, February 11

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson USD 418 Board of Education accepted a proposal at Monday's meeting regarding school fees for the 2025-26 school year. USD 418 waived those fees for the 2024-25 school year. Superintendent Shiloh Vincent presented three options for fees and gave... Read More.

Chairmen Moran, Bost & Sen. Kennedy Introduce Legislation to Protect Veterans’ Second Amendment Rights

Tuesday, February 11

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) and Rep. Mike Bost (R-Ill.) – chairmen of the Senate and House Committees on Veterans’ Affairs – and Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) introduced legislation to prevent veterans from losing their Second Amendment right to purchase or... Read More.

Carl R. Ice College of Engineering Selects Ambassadors for 2025

Tuesday, February 11

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas State University's Carl R. Ice College of Engineering has selected 36 students for membership in the Engineering Ambassadors organization. Engineering Ambassadors are current engineering students chosen to promote the engineering profession and act as hosts for the college. Each ambassador... Read More.

McPherson County Commissioners Approve 2025 Indigent Defense Service Contract, Prepare for Forecasted Winter Storms

Monday, February 10

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — McPherson County Commissioners Monday approved a $189,000 contract for indigent defense services for 2025, an increase of five percent from 2024. This involves contracts with four attorneys, two of which are designated as primary contractors and two as conflict attorneys,... Read More.

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Heath Hogan Appointed as New Superintendent of USD 305 School District

Three Injured in Friday Crash Near Canton, One Reported with Serious Injuries

Match Week Deadlines Approaching Feb. 15

Newton City Commission Approves Four Days to Set Off Fireworks in July 2025

Great Plains FCU Selects James Wileman as President & CEO

KHP 2025-04 Collegiate Law Gives College Students Experience in Law Enforcement Field

McPherson BPU Approves Change in Rate Structure for Customer Classes, Effective April 1

McPherson City Commission Hears Update on Fire Station 2, Accepts Bid for Police Substation Remodeling Project

McPherson School Board Approves 2025-26 Fees, Adds New Classes and Interventions

Chairmen Moran, Bost & Sen. Kennedy Introduce Legislation to Protect Veterans’ Second Amendment Rights

Carl R. Ice College of Engineering Selects Ambassadors for 2025

McPherson County Commissioners Approve 2025 Indigent Defense Service Contract, Prepare for Forecasted Winter Storms

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