McPherson News

Task Force: Kansas Schools Should Ban Cellphones for All Students

Wednesday, October 23

Members of the Kansas State Board of Education say they want to offer guidelines to local districts but don’t plan to impose statewide restrictions. Cellphone policies, like budget or curriculum decisions, are ultimately up to local school boards. By Suzanne Perez, KMUW/Kansas News Service WICHITA,... Read More.

Kansas Election Official Urges Voters to Avoid U.S. Postal Service Delivery Obstacles

Tuesday, October 22

Scott Schwab recommends dropping ballots in mail no later than Nov. 1 By Tim Carpenter, Kansas Reflector TOPEKA, Kan. (kansasreflector.com) — Rep. Pat Proctor worries the U.S. Postal Service’s inability to properly process mail-in ballots that disenfranchised nearly 1,000 Kansas voters in the August primary... Read More.

Structure Fire at 1400 Block Briarwood Lane

Tuesday, October 22

McPHERSON, Kan. — At 11:32 a.m., the McPherson Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire in the 1400 block of Briarwood Lane.Fire Chief Chad Mayberry released a statement about the fire, sharing that upon arrival, firefighters faced heavy flames originating from a two-car... Read More.

McPherson College Honors Young Alumni at Homecoming

Tuesday, October 22

By McPherson College McPHERSON, Kan. — Each year, McPherson College recognizes the accomplishments of young alumni during the Honors Convocation at Homecoming. This year, the five alumni receiving Young Alumni Awards on October 18 in a ceremony at Brown Auditorium included Nathan ’95 and... Read More.

Kansas Energy Program Receives Grant to Help Implement Energy Efficiency Projects in Kansas

Friday, October 18

By Grant Guggisberg, K-State News and Communications MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas State University's Kansas Energy Program has received more than $600,000 in grant funding from the Kansas Corporation Commission to help Kansans achieve energy efficiency.The Kansas Energy Program, or KEP, will... Read More.

WACCC Fights Cancer Head On

Thursday, October 17

By the McPherson County Community Foundation McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — There’s just something about the cool air that the month of October brings. The excitement of little voices saying, “Trick or Treat”, the baseball playoffs, menu planning for Thanksgiving and even Christmas shopping for... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces 2024 Kansas Economic Report

Thursday, October 17

TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly announced that the 2024 Kansas Economic Report highlights growth in the state's labor workforce, continued low unemployment, and record exports. The report, produced by the Labor Market Information Services division of the Kansas Department of Labor, provides a... Read More.

Pfizer Lays Off 80 Salary Personnel at McPherson Plant

Thursday, October 17

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — Pfizer's McPherson Pharmaceutical facility laid off 80 salaried personnel, mostly from management and engineering. Those layoffs have taken place over the past two days, and did not affect production personnel at McPherson County's largest employer.Pfizer said in a statement... Read More.

Bulldog Athletic Facilities Get New Name

Thursday, October 17

By McPherson College McPHERSON, Kan. — The center of Bulldog athletic activity has a new name – Holman Fieldhouse. The renaming marks the completion of a major renovation and addition to the former Sport Center and honors the family that supported the expansion project.In 2022,... Read More.

McPhersons Veterans Day Ceremony Continues Despite Parade Cancellation

Thursday, October 17

McPHERSON, Kan. — There will be a change to McPherson's Veterans Day celebration this year.The Veterans Day Parade, which normally runs down Main Street, has been canceled due to construction along the route.However, the day will still begin at 8 a.m. with a breakfast... Read More.

$31.5M to be Awarded for 31 Bicycle, Pedestrian Projects Across Kansas

Wednesday, October 16

TOPEKA, Kan. — On October 14, 2024, Governor Laura Kelly announced that nearly $31.5 million will be awarded to fund 31 projects across Kansas. These projects aim to enhance the safety, accessibility, and mobility of communities by creating more walkable and bike-friendly routes through... Read More.

The City of McPherson Moves Forward with Major Infrastructure and Public Safety Upgrades

Wednesday, October 16

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson City Commissioners have accepted a just over $ 1 million bid from Conrad Fire and Equipment for a replacement of Engine 3. Two bids were received, and the Fire Department apparatus committee recommended acceptance of the Conrad bid... Read More.