McPherson News

Marion Activity Bus Catches Fire Near McPherson, No Injuries

Friday, July 12

By Brenna Eller McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — A Marion High School Activity Bus caught fire north of McPherson on I-135 Friday, July 12, 2024.Marion High School football players and coaches were on their way home from a football camp at Kansas Wesleyan University.According to... Read More.

Public Health Advisories for Kansas Lakes Due to Blue-Green Algae

Friday, July 12

By the Kansas Department of Health and Environment The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) issued today a public health advisory for the following due to blue-green algae.A harmful algal bloom (HAB) may look... Read More.

Ad Astra Radio App Great Summer Giveaway

Friday, July 12

📲 Download the updated Ad Astra Radio App at the links below and complete the registration form on the App home page!You’ll be entered to win Royals tickets, State Fair gate passes, Windsurge tickets, and rounds at Hutch Putt!Contest ends July 31st! Read More.

Parking Lot Closed During Lakeside Project

Thursday, July 11

By the City of McPherson Park Department McPHERSON, Kan. — On Monday, July 15, 2024, the contractor will begin Phase 4, the final stage of the Lakeside Park retaining wall project.In order to move in equipment and supplies, and complete the project, the parking... Read More.

KBI Releases 2023 Statewide Crime Statistics

Wednesday, July 10

By the Kansas Bureau of Investigation TOPEKA, Kan. – The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) has released the 2023 Kansas Crime Index Report. The report compiles crime statistics reported to the KBI by state and local law enforcement agencies throughout Kansas. Violent crime analysis The 2023... Read More.

Kansas Legislative Leadership Devoting Two Days of Interim Hearings to Medical Marijuana

Wednesday, July 10

Committees Granted 56 Days to Debate Policy Issues Ahead of 2025 Session By Tim Carpenter, Kansas Reflector TOPEKA, Kan. — Republican Sen. Michael Fagg made a compelling case for scheduling joint House and Senate hearings on options for developing medical marijuana legislation in advance of... Read More.

McPherson City Commission Meeting 7/9/24: McPherson County Crime Stoppers Seek to Re-Energize Board with Fundraising Members

Tuesday, July 9

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson City Commissioners Tuesday agreed to provide $4,000 to McPherson County Crime Stoppers. Police Chief Mikel Golden told Commissioners at a study session last week that right now they have minimal funds available to pay rewards. Golden said McPherson... Read More.

Patrol Reports Independence Day Holiday Activity

Monday, July 8

KHP personnel assisted 901 motorists over the holiday reporting period By the Kansas Highway Patrol KANSAS — The Kansas Highway Patrol is releasing its Independence Day Holiday Activity Report. The reporting period for the holiday ran from 6 p.m. on Wednesday, July 3 to 11:59 p.m.... Read More.

One Person Injured in Weekend McPherson Fire

Monday, July 8

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — One person was hospitalized after an early Saturday morning house fire in the 200 block of Mockingbird Lane.McPherson Fire Chief Chad Mayberry said they were dispatched just after 12:30 a.m., with first arriving units reporting smoke and flames showing... Read More.

Senator Moran Inspects Construction of Landmark Structure at McPherson College

Monday, July 8

By McPherson College McPHERSON, Kan. — In less than a year, McPherson College will open the doors to its new 55,000-square-foot landmark structure at the entrance to campus. The Campus Commons, currently under construction, is the centerpiece of a significant campus update, including two... Read More.

Tysen Pina Selected to Lead K-State Salina’s Aviation Program as Department Head

Monday, July 8

By K-State News SALINA, Kan. — In its mission to become a leading institution for aerospace and technology talent development, Kansas State University Salina has appointed Tysen Pina as the new department head of aviation.As the department head, Pina will oversee the aviation... Read More.

UPDATE: Statewide Silver Alert Canceled for Missing Wellington Man

Monday, July 8

By the Kansas Bureau of Investigation SUMNER COUNTY, Kan. – The Wellington Police Department reported that 67-year-old Ronald Cook was located and is now safe. The statewide silver alert is now canceled.Thank you for your assistance during the alert. Previous Release July 8, 2024 Statewide Silver Alert... Read More.