McPherson News

Bethany College, Hutchinson Community College Sign Animation Career Agreement

Tuesday, December 17

By Bethany College LINDSBORG, KAN., DEC. 12, 2024 — Bethany College has announced a groundbreaking 2+2 articulation agreement with Hutchinson Community College (HutchCC) that will provide students with a seamless pathway to earn an Associate of Arts in Animation from HutchCC and transfer to Bethany College... Read More.

Watch Out for Thin Ice: McPherson Residents Urged to Heed Safety Warnings

Tuesday, December 17

By Wayne Burns, City of McPherson Director of Public Lands and Facilities McPHERSON, Kan. — Don’t be fooled! Be safe and watch out for thin ice, even when temperatures are cold. As the weather continues to cool, the City of McPherson is warning the community to... Read More.

McPherson City Commission Approves Key Budget Amendments and Project Updates for 2024, Next Meeting to be Held Dec. 23

Tuesday, December 17

McPHERSON, Kan. — Following a public hearing Tuesday, McPherson City Commissioners approved amendments to three funds within the 2024 budget to cover increased revenues and expenses. One of the line items amended is that for Turkey Creek Golf Course, which reflects additional expenses in most... Read More.

2025 Leadership McPherson Enrollment Open

Tuesday, December 17

By the McPherson Chamber of Commerce McPHERSON, Kan. — Leadership McPherson is open for enrollment for the 2025 class. Classes take place February through April and the class size is limited, so apply quickly. Leadership McPherson participants learn to recognize their talents, skills, and strengths, and... Read More.

Chamber Hosts Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge

Monday, December 16

By the McPherson Chamber of Commerce McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson Chamber of Commerce hosted the annual Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge (YEC) on December 9th. McPherson High School students from Chris Strathman’s entrepreneur class presented their business ideas during a 4-minute pitch to judges and showcased... Read More.

McPherson County Commissioners and Representatives of Fuqua Construction Kick Off $6.7M Renovation Project with Wall Smashing Ceremony

Monday, December 16

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson County Commission on Monday accepted a quote from United Fire Group of $15,574 for builder's risk insurance on the County Building renovation project. Under the contract with Fuqua Construction, the County was required to provide that coverage. As... Read More.

McPherson City Commission Approves McPherson Fire Department Dive Team Fees for Non-Emergency Water Recovery Assistance

Tuesday, December 10

McPHERSON, Kan. — Based on a request from the Fire Department, McPherson City Commissioners Tuesday approved fees for non-emergency water recovery assistance. As presented by Fire Chief Chad Mayberry, the fees would allow for recovery of costs incurred when the department's dive team is... Read More.

KDOT Announces Award Bids for State Highway Projects, Including Ellsworth, McPherson, Saline County

Tuesday, December 10

By Lucky Kidd The Kansas Department of Transportation has announced award of bids for state highway projects from their November bid letting, including a large mill and overlay project including portions of three highways in Ellsworth, McPherson and Saline counties. Venture Corporation of Great Bend was... Read More.

Two Departments Housed in McPherson County Building Find Temporary Locations as Renovations Begin

Monday, December 9

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — The two McPherson County Departments currently housed in the County Building at 122 West Marlin have temporary locations secured after approval of lease agreements by County Commissioners Monday. The County Attorney's Office will be relocated to the second floor... Read More.

Three Crashes Sunday Night Claim Two Lives, Injure Four

Monday, December 9

By Lucky Kidd Three crashes Sunday night in north central Kansas claimed two lives and injured four others. Two people were killed in a Sunday evening crash on K-15 a mile north of the Clay-Dickinson county line. The Kansas Highway Patrol said a car driven by... Read More.

Evergy Reminds Customers to Use Space Heaters and Electric Blankets Safely as Winter Approaches

Monday, December 9

By Evergy, Inc. KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Winter is coming, and cold nights are here. Many Evergy customers will turn to portable space heaters and electric blankets to help stay warm. If not used correctly, space heaters and electric blankets can pose a fire hazard... Read More.

Boil Water Advisory Rescinded for City of Florence

Friday, December 6

By the Kansas Department of Health and Environment FLORENCE, Kan. — The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has rescinded a boil water advisory for the City of Florence - public water supply system located in Marion County. KDHE officials issued the advisory because... Read More.

Bethany College, Hutchinson Community College Sign Animation Career Agreement

Watch Out for Thin Ice: McPherson Residents Urged to Heed Safety Warnings

McPherson City Commission Approves Key Budget Amendments and Project Updates for 2024, Next Meeting to be Held Dec. 23

2025 Leadership McPherson Enrollment Open

Chamber Hosts Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge

McPherson City Commission Approves McPherson Fire Department Dive Team Fees for Non-Emergency Water Recovery Assistance

KDOT Announces Award Bids for State Highway Projects, Including Ellsworth, McPherson, Saline County

Two Departments Housed in McPherson County Building Find Temporary Locations as Renovations Begin

Three Crashes Sunday Night Claim Two Lives, Injure Four

Evergy Reminds Customers to Use Space Heaters and Electric Blankets Safely as Winter Approaches

Boil Water Advisory Rescinded for City of Florence

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