McPherson News

Rep. Mann Votes to Deliver President Trump’s Agenda

Thursday, April 10

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Representative Tracey Mann (KS-01) voted to advance H. Con. Res. 14, which sets revenue and spending targets for fiscal years 2026 through 2036 and instructs committees in the U.S. House of Representatives to draft legislation to meet those... Read More.

McPherson College and KU School Of Medicine Announce Collaboration to Advance Rural Healthcare in Kansas

Thursday, April 10

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson College and the University of Kansas School of Medicine are partnering to promote rural healthcare in Kansas. Over the next 12 months, this collaboration will provide students with experiential, service, and research learning opportunities. “The collaboration will offer a wide range... Read More.

Kiersten Latham, Red Barn Studio Museum Artist-in-Residence through April 11

Wednesday, April 9

LINDSBORG, Kan. — Kiersten Latham returns to the Red Barn Studio Museum as an artist-in-residence March 31-April 11. Latham works in mixed media, clay, fiber, and found objects, creating playful and whimsical pieces. During her residency, Latham will explore two projects. The first focuses... Read More.

City of McPherson Commission Meeting Highlights 4/8/25

Tuesday, April 8

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson City Commission Tuesday approved an ordinance and resolution related to the sale of $3,255,000 in general obligation bonds for street, sewer, and stormwater improvements for the Veranda West development and the irrigation improvements at Turkey Creek Golf Course. Financial... Read More.

McPherson County Commissioners Hear Renovation Updates on County Building and Other Projects

Tuesday, April 8

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — McPherson County Commissioners heard an update Monday on the County Building renovation project, which Max Fuqua from Fuqua Construction said is running on schedule. Fuqua noted the extreme cold temperatures in January actually worked to their advantage in terms of... Read More.

K-State Partnership Leads to Statewide Early Child Care and Education Directory

Tuesday, April 8

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Thanks to a partnership between Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities and the Division of Information Technology at Kansas State University, early childhood professionals in Kansas will have access to a new statewide directory and... Read More.

Malia Sullivan, APRN Joins McPherson Medical & Surgical Associates Family Practice

Monday, April 7

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson Medical & Surgical Associates announced Malia Sullivan, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), joining its family practice full time. Malia's special interests include Women’s Health and Pediatrics, although she is accepting new patients of all ages. You can call to schedule with... Read More.

Evergy Renews Hometown Grants for 2025

Monday, April 7

Seven winners to receive grants up to $10,000 for community improvement projects KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Evergy’s Hometown Grant program is back. Beginning today, 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(6) non-profit agencies can apply for a donation through Evergy’s Energize Our Environment Hometown Grant Program to support a project... Read More.

McPherson County Deputy Under Investigation

Friday, April 4

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — A McPherson County Sheriff's Deputy has been placed on administrative leave pending an investigation. Sheriff Jerry Montagne told Ad Astra News Friday he is not able to release any information on the case at this time due to it being a... Read More.

Cosmosphere and K-State Salina Team up to Enhance Aerospace Education and Research

Friday, April 4

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Two leaders of aerospace and innovations in education, the Cosmosphere and Kansas State University Salina, are announcing a historic strategic partnership that will elevate aerospace education and research for Kansas youth and beyond. The partnership between the Cosmosphere and K-State Salina will... Read More.

“Bird Banger” to be Used to Drive Turkey Vultures from a McPherson Neighborhood

Thursday, April 3

McPHERSON, Kan. — Over the next 10-14 days, starting tonight, McPherson residents, especially on the northwest side of town, may be hearing some loud booms. McPherson Police Chief Mikel Golden says it’s nothing to worry about. This is an attempt to drive turkey vultures... Read More.

New Round of Mural Funding Available for Rural Kansas Communities

Thursday, April 3

The Kansas Department of Commerce has launched the latest round of Rural Mural funding. There is $125,000 available for this round to help support creative projects in rural Kansas communities. The Office of Rural Prosperity (ORP) has opened applications through May 16. The... Read More.