McPherson News

United Way of McPherson County 2023 Workplace Campaign Awards

Wednesday, August 28

By United Way of McPherson County McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — United Way of McPherson County presented 2023 Workplace Campaign awards to five businesses during the month of August.United Way of McPherson County was started in 1955 and fights for the health, education and financial stability... Read More.

McPherson Board of Public Utilities Breaks Ground on their New Water Treatment Plant

Wednesday, August 28

By the McPherson Board of Public Utilities McPHERSON, Kan. — On August 27th 2024, The McPherson Board of Public Utilities marked the completion of their collection of projects known as the South Well Field Project (SWF) with a ribbon cutting ceremony at the new water... Read More.

ReUse It Center Volunteer of the Month: Norm Burgess

Wednesday, August 28

By the ReUse It Center McPHERSON, Kan. — Norm Burgess has been volunteering at The ReUse It Center since 2017. He works in receiving accepting donations 3 times a week. What the ReUse It Center means to Burgess: “I think when people come in and tell me... Read More.

Do Not Drink Advisory Issued for Sundowner West Mobile Home Park, Saline County

Tuesday, August 27

By the Kansas Department of Health and Environment SALINE COUNTY, Kan. — The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued Do Not Drink Advisory for the Sundowner West Mobile Home Park public water supply system located in Saline County. Customers should observe the following... Read More.

McPherson City Commissioners Approve No Parking Zone Along 100 Feet South of First Street on Hartup

Tuesday, August 27

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — A no parking zone along the 100 feet south of First Street on Hartup was approved by McPherson City Commissioners Tuesday. Public Works Director Jeff Woodward said they had received a request to restrict parking, and after evaluation by... Read More.

Newton Photo Contest Accepting Entries

Tuesday, August 27

By the City of Newton NEWTON, Kan. — The annual Best of Newton Photo Contest is now open.The contest has two categories this year: the Open category and People of Newton. The feature category can include photos of people doing daily activities, recreation, community events,... Read More.

Evaline Hess Healthcare Career Education Fund Scholarship Board Awards 17 Local Students Scholarships

Monday, August 26

By McPherson Center for Health McPHERSON, Kan. — The Evaline Hess Healthcare Career Education Fund Scholarship Board has proudly awarded 17 scholarships to local students pursuing careers in the health care industry.Each year, a dedicated trustee board carefully selects recipients from a pool of both... Read More.

Hyatt Life Sciences Live Broadcast and Open House

Monday, August 26

By Brenna Eller HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Join Ad Astra Radio and guests Dan Schweizer and Jody Bontrager Monday, Sept. 9 from 1 to 3 p.m. for a Live Broadcast and Open House at Hyatt Life Sciences in Hutchinson, located at 517 E. 30th Ave, Suite... Read More.

A Safer Future for Kansas and Beyond: K-State Announces $7M in Federal Funding to Drive Biomanufacturing Training and Education Initiative

Monday, August 26

By Lindley Lund, K-State News MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas State University and U.S. Sen. Jerry Moran announced on Monday a $7 million federal investment to support the university's Biomanufacturing Training and Education Initiative, a comprehensive program designed to position Kansas as a national leader... Read More.

Newton Fire and EMS Awarded $518K through FEMA Firefighter Grant

Monday, August 26

By Lucky Kidd NEWTON, Kan. — Newton Fire/EMS has been awarded a Federal Assistance for Firefighter's Grant (AFG) worth over $518,000 through FEMA to purchase a new fire engine and tender.This will replace a 41-year-old military style and employee-built water tender that holds insufficient amounts... Read More.

Pickup Linked to Missing City Clerk Found Sunday, Body Inside

Monday, August 26

By Lucky Kidd NEWTON, Kan. — A pickup truck linked to missing interim Peabody City Clerk Jonathan Clayton was found Sunday afternoon just outside Newton, with a body inside. The Kansas Bureau of Investigation has joined the Harvey County Sheriff's Office in an investigation.In a... Read More.

Ribbon Cutting Held Friday Evening for New McPherson High School Field

Saturday, August 24

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — The formal ribbon cutting for McPherson High School's new outdoor athletic facility took place Friday evening prior to a community pep rally to kick off the fall sports season.A number of the amenities for the project were funded through... Read More.