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Preparing for Measles in McPherson County

Thursday, March 27

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — As of this release, there have been no reported measles (rubeola) cases in McPherson County. McPherson County Health Department is organizing workshops with local healthcare partners, schools, and childcare facilities to discuss preparing for measles in our communities. Information, helpful resources,... Read More.

Central Christian College of Kansas Holds Ribbon Cutting for Recently Renovated Dining Room

Thursday, March 27

McPHERSON, Kan. — Central Christian College of Kansas (CCCK) held a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony this morning for the recently renovated Upper Dining Room on the second floor of the Broadhurst Student Center. Joe Johnston, CCCK Director of Advancement and an ambassador for the McPherson Chamber... Read More.

Ad Astra Radio’s March Peoples Bank and Trust Classroom Hero Kelsey Otto

Wednesday, March 26

McPHERSON, Kan. — Ad Astra Radio is proud to announce Kelsey Otto, Eisenhower Elementary School second grade teacher as the most recent recipient of the Classroom Hero Award presented by Peoples Bank and Trust. Each month, Ad Astra Radio randomly selects a different educator, from... Read More.

Update on Elm Street Drainage Project (Euclid Extension)

Wednesday, March 26

McPHERSON, Kan. — City of McPherson Director of Public Works Jeff Woodward shared an update with McPherson Main Street on the Elm Street Drainage project (Euclid Extension) following a progress meeting Monday, March 24. "All work up to the intersection, west of Main, South side... Read More.

Rusty Eck Ford and Midwest Superstore Team Up to Support Automotive Education

Wednesday, March 26

WICHITA, Kan. — Rusty Eck Ford and Midwest Superstore are proud to support local vocational and technical (Vo-Tech) education by donating three state-of-the-art vehicles to area institutions. This contribution aims to enhance hands-on training opportunities for students pursuing careers in the automotive industry. The donation... Read More.

Prairie Bank of Kansas Announces Sale of Parent Holding Company, Plans for Merger with Community National Bank and Trust

Wednesday, March 26

Prairie Bank of Kansas is changing hands. The Stafford-based bank, which also has locations in Buhler, Hutchinson and Inman, announced this week the sale of its parent holding company, Farmers National Bancshares Inc. to Community Bancorp Inc. and its subsidiary bank, Chanute based Community... Read More.

Kansas Legislature Overrides Governor Kelly’s Veto of Bill Ending Grace Period for Mailed in Ballots

Tuesday, March 25

TOPEKA, Kan. — The Kansas Legislature Tuesday voted to override Governor Laura Kelly's veto of Kansas Senate Bill 4 that ends the grace period for mail ballots to be received requiring all advance ballots to be in to the county clerk or election... Read More.

County Commissioners Impose Temporary Moratorium on Race Tracks in Unincorporated Areas of McPherson County

Tuesday, March 25

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — McPherson County Commissioners have imposed a temporary moratorium on race tracks in the unincorporated areas of McPherson County. Planning, Zoning and Environmental Administrator Jon Kinsey said the Planning Board is currently reviewing those regulations to address a number of issues. Currently... Read More.

McPherson’s Fire Station 2 on North Main Almost Complete, City Commissioners Approve Upcoming Events, Hear Department Project Updates

Tuesday, March 25

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson's new Fire Station 2 on North Main is close to being finished. Fire Chief Chad Mayberry told McPherson City Commissioners Tuesday First Wireless completed installation of alerting systems inside the system last week, and the concrete pre-pour connected with replacement... Read More.

FinCEN Removes BOI Reporting Requirement for U.S. Companies

Monday, March 24

WASHINGTON, D.C. (March 21, 2025) — Consistent with the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s March 2, 2025 announcement, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) is issuing an interim final rule that removes the requirement for U.S. companies and U.S. persons to report... Read More.

Governor Kelly Signs Bipartisan Bill Expanding Move-Over Protections for all Highway Drivers

Monday, March 24

TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly signed on Monday Senate Bill 8, which requires drivers to move over when passing stationary vehicles displaying hazard warning lights. “Thanks to this commonsense bill, all drivers will now be required to move over or slow down if... Read More.

Stream Advisory Rescinded for Smoky Hill River, East of Salina

Friday, March 21

The stream advisory for Smoky Hill River issued on March 19 has been rescinded by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE). The advisory was issued due to operational issues at the Salina Wastewater Treatment Facility, which according to KDHE, have been resolved. Water... Read More.