McPherson News

Kansas Tourism Unveils 2025 Kansas Travel Guide

Monday, January 13

By the Kansas Department of Commerce Kansas Tourism Friday announced the release of the highly anticipated 2025 Kansas Travel Guide, a comprehensive and free resource designed to inspire exploration of the Sunflower State. The guide is available in both print and digital format, just... Read More.

McPherson County Community Foundation Announces $2.5 for 25 Campaign

Thursday, January 9

By the McPherson County Community Foundation McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — 2026 marks a special milestone year for the McPherson County Community Foundation (MCCF), as it celebrates 25 years of service to McPherson County Communities. Over the years the Foundation has worked with organizations to create... Read More.

Bethany College Welcomes Christina Highsmith as Director of Marketing and Communications

Wednesday, January 8

By Bethany College LINDSBORG, KS., JAN. 7, 2025 — Bethany College is excited to welcome Christina Highsmith as Director of Marketing and Communications to its leadership team. Highsmith brings a wealth of experience in nonprofit marketing, media, and creative collaborations, making her an exceptional... Read More.

McPherson City Commission Discusses Winter Storm Challenges Faced Over Weekend, Approve Police Department Promotions

Tuesday, January 7

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — Some McPherson Board of Public Utilities Customers north of McPherson were without power for a brief period over the weekend. Information presented during this Tuesday's McPherson City Commission meeting indicated the initial outage affected around a dozen customers, but... Read More.

Kelly-Toland Administration Receives ‘Deal of the Year’ Accolade for GAF’s Expansion in Newton

Monday, January 6

By the Office of Kansas Governor Laura Kelly TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly announced on Monday that Kansas has received a 2024 Deal of the Year Impact Award from Business Facilities magazine in the Building Supply Manufacturing category. The award recognizes the planned commissioning... Read More.

Blizzard Warnings Issued for Sunday

Saturday, January 4

By Lucky Kidd Blizzard warnings have been issued for much of central Kansas into east central and northeast kansas for Sunday. Winter storm warnings continue for areas around Iola and Yates Center and the area from Pratt to St. John to Larned to Hays. Winter... Read More.

KLBG Currently Off Air, Stay Informed on Our Other Platforms

Saturday, January 4

The signal on 95.5 KLBG is currently down. Stay informed on weather updates and news with the Ad Astra Radio App, on iHeart Radio or Alexa.

Road Conditions Across Central Kansas Worsen as Winter Storm Approaches

Saturday, January 4

By Lucky Kidd Road conditions are rapidly deteriorating across central Kansas. The Kansas Department of Transportation as of 12:30 PM reported roads across much of western and central Kansas and in the area from Yates Center to Fort Scott of southeast Kansas as being at... Read More.

EARP Activated in Hutchinson and McPherson

Saturday, January 4

By Lucky Kidd Due to extremely slick road conditions and large number of resulting accidents, the Emergency Accident Reporting Plan has been activated in Hutchinson and McPherson. In Hutchinson, If you are involved in an accident, there are no injuries, and alcohol, drugs or reckless driving... Read More.

Fatal Wreck Early Saturday on I-135 Near Lindsborg

Saturday, January 4

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — Four people were killed and one injured in a two vehicle head-on crash early Saturday morning on I-135 just south of the McPherson-Saline County line. The Kansas Highway Patrol said a car driven by Jacob Aich, 36, of Hutchinson... Read More.

Tabor College Announces Fall 2024 Dean’s List

Friday, January 3

HILLSBORO, Kan. — Tabor College has announced its fall 2024 dean’s list, honoring 209 students who achieved a GPA of 3.5 to 4.0. Highest honors (117 students) 3.85-4.00 GPA High honors (45 students) 3.70-3.849 GPA Honors (47 students) 3.50-3.699 GPA Tabor College is a liberal arts... Read More.

Evergy Planning and Preparing for First Predicted Winter Storm of 2025

Friday, January 3

Contractors mobilized and ready to join Evergy crews and staff By Evergy, Inc. KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Evergy is planning and preparing for a potential multi-day effort to restore power as the first winter storm of 2025 is predicted to move across Kansas and Missouri Saturday... Read More.

Kansas Tourism Unveils 2025 Kansas Travel Guide

McPherson County Community Foundation Announces $2.5 for 25 Campaign

Bethany College Welcomes Christina Highsmith as Director of Marketing and Communications

McPherson City Commission Discusses Winter Storm Challenges Faced Over Weekend, Approve Police Department Promotions

Kelly-Toland Administration Receives ‘Deal of the Year’ Accolade for GAF’s Expansion in Newton

Blizzard Warnings Issued for Sunday

KLBG Currently Off Air, Stay Informed on Our Other Platforms

Road Conditions Across Central Kansas Worsen as Winter Storm Approaches

EARP Activated in Hutchinson and McPherson

Fatal Wreck Early Saturday on I-135 Near Lindsborg

Evergy Planning and Preparing for First Predicted Winter Storm of 2025

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