McPherson News

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.

The Dam Jam Announces 4th of July Flash Sale!

Thursday, July 4

By the Dam Jam Music FestivalSEDGWICK COUNTY, Kan. – The Dam Jam Music Festival is excited to announce a special 4th of July Flash Sale on Day Passes, offering a fantastic opportunity for music lovers to enjoy our festival at a discounted rate. From... Read More.

Late Wednesday Night Storm Claims Life of Holyrood Man

Thursday, July 4

By Lucky Kidd CENTRAL KANSAS — Severe winds blasted central Kansas late Wednesday night into the early hours of Thursday, claiming the life of a Holyrood man.According to the Russell County Sheriff's office, 64-year-old Christopher Montoya was found deceased in the Hell's Creek Area of... Read More.

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

Wednesday, July 3

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) have issued a public health advisory due to blue-green algae.A harmful algal bloom (HAB) may look like foam, scum... Read More.

New Update for Ad Astra Radio App, Current App to Stop Working July 5th

Tuesday, July 2

By Brenna Eller Ad Astra Radio has a brand-new app as of today, and it is available for both IOS and Android users.We suggest that you get the new update soon because the current app will stop working sometime Friday, July 5.If your device doesn't... Read More.

McPherson Area 4th of July Events

Tuesday, July 2

McPHERSON, Kan. — At 7 p.m., in McPherson's Wall Park the Independence Day events kick off with free face painting, temporary tattoos, and glow bracelets for kids. Live music with King Midas and the Muflers begins at 7:30, and the fireworks go off at... Read More.

McPherson Commission Discusses Citizen Petition Addressing “Quality of Life Policing”

Tuesday, July 2

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — A citizen petition addressing “Quality of Life Policing” was discussed during Tuesday's McPherson City Commission meeting. Mayor Tom Brown said this is a national movement where law enforcement no longer make arrests for such things as vandalism, littering, loitering,... Read More.

Traffic Signal Issues Along East Kansas Addressed at McPherson City Commission Meeting July 2

Tuesday, July 2

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — A pair of traffic signal issues along East Kansas were addressed by McPherson City Commissioners Tuesday.Payment to L&S Electric of Salina was approved for rewiring of the signals at West Lakeside Drive, where there have been frequent malfunctions, and... Read More.

McPherson County Commissioners Approve Resolution for Special Use Permit Allowing Second Residential Unit in 1700 Block on Buckskin Road

Monday, July 1

McPherson County Commission Meeting 07/01/2024 Highlights By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — A resolution approving a special use permit to allow a second residential unit on a property in the 1700 block of Buckskin Road west of Moundridge was approved by McPherson County Commissioners Monday.... Read More.

Tanner Wealand Announced As McPherson Center For Health CEO

Monday, July 1

Story Submitted by Kayla Elizabeth Moritz McPHERSON, Kan. (July 1, 2024) — McPherson Hospital is pleased to announce the naming of Tanner Wealand as President and Chief Executive Officer. Wealand replaces Lewis Newberry in this role.Wealand joined the leadership team at the hospital in March... Read More.

McPherson Man Dies of Injuries Sustained in Single Vehicle Accident

Monday, July 1

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — A McPherson man has died of injuries sustained in a single vehicle accident Friday afternoon in southern McPherson County.The victim was identified as 58-year-old Terry Schmidt. McPherson County Sheriff's Captain Dean Scott said Schmidt's vehicle left 14th Avenue... Read More.

ReUse It Center Volunteer Spotlight: LaVon Ediger

Saturday, June 29

By the ReUse It Center McPHERSON, Kan. — The ReUse It Center would not exist without LaVon Ediger. After running his own business as a contractor for over 50 years, he knew the amount of construction materials that ended up in the landfill. He had... Read More.