McPherson News

August Virtual Job Fair Offers Kansas Jobseekers Hundreds of Opportunities

Thursday, August 15

By the Kansas Department of Commerce TOPEKA, Kan. (Aug. 14, 2024) — Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland is encouraging both jobseekers and employers searching for new talent to participate in the August Virtual Statewide Job Fair. Hosted by KANSASWORKS, the job... Read More.

Power Update from Wednesday Night Windstorm

Thursday, August 15

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — All customers of the McPherson Board of Public Utilities who lost power in Wednesday night's windstorm have it back. The last of the power to be restored, just to the southwest of McPherson, came back on late this morning. At... Read More.

“The Path to Pebble” Available to Watch Now

Thursday, August 15

By McPherson College McPHERSON, Kan. — "The Path to Pebble," a documentary chronicling the incredible story of McPherson College's decade-long journey to compete at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, is now available for the public to watch. The film's release coincides with this year's Concours... Read More.

High Winds Hit McPherson Area Wednesday Evening

Wednesday, August 14

By Lucky Kidd High winds blasted through the McPherson area Wednesday evening as a line of storms moved through. A 74 mph wind gust was closed at 7:42 p.m. at McPherson Airport, and winds were estimated up to 80 mph east of McPherson by a... Read More.

Three Salina Realtors Join Forces with McCurdy Real Estate and Auction to Enhance Services

Wednesday, August 14

By McCurdy Real Estate and Auction SALINA, Kan. — Three of Salina's most respected real estate professionals have joined a leading auction company, McCurdy Real Estate & Auction, bringing enhanced real estate auction services to Central Kansas. This collaboration marks an exciting development for buyers... Read More.

Multiple Emergency Agencies Respond to Sedgwick Elementary School for Freon Leak in HVAC System; No Injuries Reported

Wednesday, August 14

SEDGWICK, Kan. — Multiple agencies responded to a HazMat scene at the Sedgwick Elementary School on west 4th this afternoon. Newton Fire/EMS responded at approximately 1:30 PM for a reported structure fire but didn't find one upon arrival. However, a Freon leak in... Read More.

Felony Charge Filed in Marion County Record Raid

Tuesday, August 13

By Lucky Kidd MARION, Kan. — A felony charge was filed Monday afternoon in Marion County District Court against former Marion Police Gideon Cody stemming from an investigation into the August 2023 raid on the Marion County Record. The complaint filed by Riley County Attorney Barry... Read More.

McPherson USD 418 Approves on One-Time Basis to Waive Student Enrollment and Class Fees for 2024-25 School Year

Tuesday, August 13

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson USD 418 Board of Education Monday night gave parents in the district some financial breathing room. The Board approved a recommendation from Superintendent Shiloh Vincent to waive on a one-time basis student enrollment and class fees for... Read More.

McPherson City Commissioners Approve Police Department Purchase of Handheld Narcotics Analyzer, Agree to $19K Toward Local Match on McPherson Airport Projects

Tuesday, August 13

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — Bids from three companies for rehabilitation of houses at 1115 South Chestnut and 1208 South Walnut were opened during Tuesday's McPherson City Commission meeting. These projects are funded through a Community Development Block Grant. S&A Construction of Topeka had the... Read More.

Vote Canvass to Take Place for McPherson County Monday, Aug. 19

Tuesday, August 13

McPherson County Commission Meeting 8/12/24 Highlights By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — McPherson County Clerk Hollie Melroy brought recommendations on the 30 provisional ballots cast in last week's election to the County Commission Monday, recommending 21 of those ballots be counted in full, and three... Read More.

KDOT’s Cost Share Program Applications Being Accepted

Monday, August 12

By the Kansas Department of Transportation KANSAS — The Kansas Department of Transportation is now accepting applications for the fall 2024 round of the agency’s Cost Share Program. More than $146 million has been given to Kansas communities since the Cost Share Program began in... Read More.

Flint Hills Design Chosen as Next Kansas Personalized License Plate

Monday, August 12

By Brenna Eller KANSAS — The next personalized license plate design for the state of Kansas has been announced. After more than 30,000 votes cast, the Flint Hills design quickly became the favorite among the five options, receiving more than 56% of the votes according to... Read More.

August Virtual Job Fair Offers Kansas Jobseekers Hundreds of Opportunities

Power Update from Wednesday Night Windstorm

“The Path to Pebble” Available to Watch Now

High Winds Hit McPherson Area Wednesday Evening

Three Salina Realtors Join Forces with McCurdy Real Estate and Auction to Enhance Services

Multiple Emergency Agencies Respond to Sedgwick Elementary School for Freon Leak in HVAC System; No Injuries Reported

Felony Charge Filed in Marion County Record Raid

McPherson USD 418 Approves on One-Time Basis to Waive Student Enrollment and Class Fees for 2024-25 School Year

McPherson City Commissioners Approve Police Department Purchase of Handheld Narcotics Analyzer, Agree to $19K Toward Local Match on McPherson Airport Projects

Vote Canvass to Take Place for McPherson County Monday, Aug. 19

Flint Hills Design Chosen as Next Kansas Personalized License Plate

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