McPherson News

Broadway RFD Presents the Whodunit, Musical Comedy “Curtains!” Starting July 19

Wednesday, July 17

By Broadway RFD LINDSBORG, Kan. — Broadway RFD, the not-for-profit organization and Kansas's longest running outdoor theatre is proud to present the whodunit, musical comedy "Curtains!" Starting this weekend, July 19-20 in Lindsborg, KS.It’s the brassy, bright, and promising year of 1959. Boston’s Colonial Theatre... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces $26M to Communities for Road Improvement Projects

Wednesday, July 17

By the Kansas Office of the Governor TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly announced today that a combined $26 million is being awarded to 33 projects to improve intersections and roads in cities across the state that have been selected for funding through the... Read More.

City Commissioners Approve One-Time Appropriation of $100K to McPherson Opera House for Operations: Funding to be Matched by MCCF Grant

Wednesday, July 17

Highlights from 7/16/24 McPherson City Commission Meeting By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON Kan. — The McPherson City Commission Tuesday approved a one-time appropriation to the McPherson Opera House of $100,000 for operations. This funding is being matched through a grant from the McPherson County Community Foundation. This... Read More.

Lindsborg Community Cleanup Day Aug. 10

Wednesday, July 17

By the City of Lindsborg LINDSBORG, Kan. — If you missed the first Community Cleanup Day in May, don't fret because it returns on Aug. 10. Gather your unwanted trash and clutter for drop off at the Public Works Streets building on 311 N Harrison... Read More.

Tabor College’s Associate Professor of Music Pens College Fight Song, “Fly to Victory”

Tuesday, July 16

By Brenna Eller HILLSBORO, Kan. — Tabor College now officially has a fight song and it's thanks to Associate Professor of Music and Director of Instrumental Music R. Christopher Teichler, D.M. Teichler has been a part of the music faculty at Tabor College since 2019. He has... Read More.

Senator Moran Statement on Assassination Attempt of Former President Trump

Tuesday, July 16

By Brenna Eller Senator Jerry Moran shared in his recent newsletter that he is praying for the United States and stated the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump not only took the life of an innocent father, but injured Trump and was an attack... Read More.

McPherson Civic Awareness Committee to Host Candidate Forum July 24 at 6 PM

Monday, July 15

By McPherson Chamber of Commerce McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson Chamber of Commerce Civic Awareness Committee will host a candidate forum July 24th at 6 p.m. to hear from the three candidates for McPherson County Commission. The forum will take place at the American Legion,... Read More.

Kansas Launches Campaign to Entice Former Residents to Return Home

Monday, July 15

Kansas launches campaign to entice former residents to return home By Jennifer M. Latzke, Kansas Farmer According to the adage, if you love something, set it free. If it’s meant to be, it will return to you.The state of Kansas is working to tip the... Read More.

McPherson County Commission 2025 Proposed Budget to Exceed Revenue Neutral Rate

Monday, July 15

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — McPherson County Commissioners were told Monday their 2025 proposed budget will exceed the Revenue Neutral Rate. County Administrator Rick Witte said by using the same property tax levy as for 2024 the county would receive an additional $250,000... Read More.

Tabor, Textron Relationship Taking Off

Monday, July 15

By Tabor College HILLSBORO, Kan. — Tabor College continues to build on its partnership with one of the world’s leading multi-industry companies.Ten students have held internships at Textron Inc., over the past two years, including six in summer 2024. Two graduates from the 2024... Read More.

United Kansas Party Files Lawsuits to Challenge State Law Forbidding Multi-Party Nominations

Monday, July 15

State law since 1901 blocks candidates from accepting cluster of party endorsements By Tim Carpenter, Kansas Reflector TOPEKA, Kan. (JULY 12, 2024 ) — The newly formed United Kansas Party and eight individuals collaborated to file a pair of lawsuits in an attempt to overturn... Read More.

Senator Marshall Statement on Assassination Attempt Against President Trump

Saturday, July 13

By the Office of U.S. Senator Roger MarshallKansas City, Kan. - U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. released the following statement regarding the assassination attempt against President Trump that took place earlier today:“Tonight, we watched in horror as an assassination attempt was made on President... Read More.