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Allen County Commission Gives Final Approval to Change County’s Emergency Notification System, Hear Presentation on Iola Community Conversation

Tuesday, August 12

ALLEN COUNTY, Kan. — Allen County Commissioners this morning gave final approval for a change in the emergency notification system the county uses. Last week Emergency Management Director Jason Trego presented a proposal from Genasys, which would provide a product that would be better... Read More.

McPherson City Commission Approves Bids for New Police Substation Items, Other Meeting Highlights

Tuesday, August 12

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson City Commissioners approved bids Tuesday for items connected with the new Police Substation at Kansas and Oak. A bid was accepted from AutoKing for signage at a cost of just over $8,000, the second lowest of five bids received, and... Read More.

KDOT’s Cost Share Program Applications Being Accepted

Tuesday, August 12

The Kansas Department of Transportation is now accepting applications for the fall 2025 round of the agency’s Cost Share Program. More than $157 million has been given to Kansas communities since the Cost Share Program began in 2019. The Cost Share Program provides financial assistance... Read More.

Corteva Agriscience and Pioneer Seeds Partner with Stafford County Fire Department to Keep Producers Safe

Tuesday, August 12

--Pictured Left to Right: Chris Staub, Jim Stanford, Todd Wycoff, and Bryce Garner STAFFORD COUNTY, Kan. - The Stafford County Fire Department has recently enhanced its life-saving capabilities through a generous donation from Corteva Agriscience and Pioneer Seeds. These leading agricultural companies contributed funds as... Read More.

MHS Roundhouse Update Raises More Questions

Tuesday, August 12

McPHERSON, Kan. — An update on the Roundhouse floor situation at McPherson High School at last night's USD 418 Board of Education meeting raised a lot more questions than provided answers, leading to an extended discussion that ended with the Board voting to pause... Read More.

McPherson County Adopts Temporary Moratorium on Hydrogen Energy Facilities

Monday, August 11

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — McPherson County Commissioners Monday adopted a temporary moratorium on hydrogen energy facilities. As it did last week for data center projects, the moratorium purpose is to allow the county's planning board to review and develop regulations for these projects. Planning and Zoning... Read More.

Provisional Ballots Change Outcome of Moundridge City Council Primary Election

Monday, August 11

Provisional ballots changed the outcome of last week's Moundridge City Council primary election. McPherson County Clerk Hollie Melroy said during Monday's election canvass by County Commissioners three provision ballots were allowed, and when those ballots were counted Ron Blaylock picked up two additional votes allowing... Read More.

McPherson Center for Health Earns 5-Star Rating from CMS, Reflecting Top-Tier Care Close to Home

Monday, August 11

McPHERSON, Kan. (August 8, 2025) — McPherson Center for Health has been awarded a 5-star rating by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), placing it among the top-performing hospitals in the nation for quality of care and the only facility within a... Read More.

Two Injured in Three Vehicle Crash South of Iola Monday

Monday, August 11

ALLEN COUNTY, Kan. — Two people received serious injuries in a three vehicle crash late this morning on US 169 about a half mile south of the NW Minnesota Road interchange south of Iola. According to the Kansas Highway Patrol, a car driven by Anthony... Read More.

KCAC ANNOUNCES 2025 WOMEN’S SOCCER VIRTUAL MEDIA DAY

Monday, August 11

KANSAS – The Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference (KCAC) has announced the date and format for the 2025 KCAC Women's Soccer Virtual Media Day. The event will take place Friday, August 15th, starting at 9am and will be presented in a short-form video format. This format is... Read More.

YODER JOINS CROSS-COUNTRY/TRACK & FIELD STAFF

Monday, August 11

Lindsborg, Kan. – The Bethany College Men's and Women's Cross-Country and Track & Field staff has announced that Christopher Yoder has joined their staffs. Head Coach Daylon Smith had this to say regarding the hiring of Chris Yoder: "I am excited to be working alongside Christopher... Read More.

Chiefs lose safety Deon Bush for season; cornerback Jaylen Watson in concussion protocol

Monday, August 11

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (AP) — Chiefs starting cornerback Jaylen Watson was placed in the concussion protocol and backup safety Deon Bush lost for the season to a ruptured Achilles tendon in what proved to be a costly first preseason game for the Kansas City... Read More.

Allen County Commission Gives Final Approval to Change County’s Emergency Notification System, Hear Presentation on Iola Community Conversation

Allen County Commission Gives Final Approval to Change County’s Emergency Notification System, Hear Presentation on Iola Community Conversation

McPherson City Commission Approves Bids for New Police Substation Items, Other Meeting Highlights

Corteva Agriscience and Pioneer Seeds Partner with Stafford County Fire Department to Keep Producers Safe

MHS Roundhouse Update Raises More Questions

McPherson County Adopts Temporary Moratorium on Hydrogen Energy Facilities

Provisional Ballots Change Outcome of Moundridge City Council Primary Election

McPherson Center for Health Earns 5-Star Rating from CMS, Reflecting Top-Tier Care Close to Home

Two Injured in Three Vehicle Crash South of Iola Monday

KCAC ANNOUNCES 2025 WOMEN’S SOCCER VIRTUAL MEDIA DAY

YODER JOINS CROSS-COUNTRY/TRACK & FIELD STAFF

Chiefs lose safety Deon Bush for season; cornerback Jaylen Watson in concussion protocol

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