McPherson News

Moundridge Foundation to Host Annual Match Week

Friday, October 4

By the McPherson County Community Foundation McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — The Moundridge Community Foundation’s (MCF) annual match week will take place Nov. 4 through Nov. 8. A match of up to $70,000 is available for participating organizations thanks to a grant from the Patterson Family... Read More.

Chick Nominated as New McPherson County Treasurer

Friday, October 4

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — Cassie Chick was nominated as the new McPherson County Treasurer Thursday night by Republican Precinct Committee members at a party convention held at the McPherson Coop Credit Union. Chick, of Galva, is the Republican nominee for the position... Read More.

Board of Regents Releases Fall Enrollment Numbers

Wednesday, October 2

By Lucky KiddThe Kansas Board of Regents has released fall semester enrollment figures. Based on the 20th day fall census, enrollment across Kansas' public higher education system is up by four percent compared to last year's 20th day numbers. Regents Chair Carl Ice said... Read More.

Governor Laura Kelly Declares October as Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Awareness Month

Wednesday, October 2

By the Kansas Department of Health and Environment KANSAS — Governor Laura Kelly proclaims the month of October as Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Awareness Month. The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) is committed to reducing childhood lead poisoning in the state due to... Read More.

KDA and KDHE Remind Kansans to Vaccinate Animals Against Rabies

Wednesday, October 2

By the Kansas Department of Agriculture MANHATTAN, Kan. — The Kansas Department of Agriculture and the Kansas Department of Health and Environment together advise Kansans to be alert to the human health risk caused by unvaccinated animals, following a second detection of rabies in a... Read More.

Stop Signs to be Placed to Address Increased Traffic Issues on Curtis Street, Genesis Street and Stearman

Tuesday, October 1

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON Kan. — McPherson City Commissioners Tuesday approved installation of stop signs on Curtis Street, Genesis Street and Stearman to address increased traffic issues in that neighborhood. Initially only one stop sign was requested but two are being placed to better address... Read More.

RSVP for the McPherson Chamber of Commerce Annual Banquet & Awards Oct. 22

Monday, September 30

By the McPherson Chamber of Commerce McPHERSON, Kan. — Join the McPherson Chamber of Commerce for the annual Chamber Banquet & Awards on Tuesday, October 22nd from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the McPherson Community Building.Help us celebrate a year of successful opportunities and... Read More.

Build Your 2024 Holiday Promotions Package

Monday, September 30

By the McPherson Chamber of Commerce McPHERSON, Kan. — The most festive time of year is quickly approaching!Each year the McPherson Chamber of Commerce and McPherson Main Street offer Holiday Promotions packages with options to choose from that benefit your business and customers. Holiday Promotion... Read More.

The Legend of Sleepy Hollow Oct. 10-12

Monday, September 30

By the Lindsborg Old Mill & Swedish Heritage Museum LINDSBORG, Kan. — Back by popular request, this performance of the classic spooky tale is returning to Lindsborg’s beautiful Heritage Square in even-numbered years.The classic story by Washington Irving will be presented in a progressive roving... Read More.

McPherson County Public Works Director Terminated Following Executive Session at Conclusion of County Commission Meeting Sept. 30

Monday, September 30

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — McPherson County Public Works Director Tom Kramer was terminated, effective immediately, by McPherson County Commissioners Monday. The termination came following a brief executive session at the conclusion of their weekly meeting. No explanation was given by Commissioners when... Read More.

Muir Bridge Over I-70 Closed Due to Recent Damage, KDOT to Conduct Assessment Sept. 30

Monday, September 30

By the Kansas Department of Transportation SALINE COUNTY, Kan. — On Friday, Sept. 27, Saline County closed the Muir Road bridge over I-70 due to recent damage after being struck.This closure comes at the recommendation of the Kansas Department of Transportation. KDOT bridge staff will... Read More.

Simply Fantastique!

Sunday, September 29

By Gary Demuth, for the Salina Symphony SALINA, Kan. — Traditionally, the percussionist in a symphony orchestra can be found at the back of the stage, providing support to the violins, violas, cellos, standup basses and wind instruments.But for the Salina Symphony’s 2024-2025 season opening... Read More.