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Effective Range Management Calls for Observation, Planning and Action

Wednesday, September 24

You don’t have to drive far to see the visual effects along the roadways and neighboring native pastures from the moisture we’ve received in the Central Plains over the past three months. Our native grasses are in big time reproduction mode. The grass stems... Read More.

Everfull to Cease Meal Services in Ten Kansas Counties Effective July 1

Thursday, June 12

Everfull, a Hutchinson based organization that operates Friendship Meals programs in 13 counties in south central Kansas and Meals on Wheels in most, has announced it will end services in ten counties effective July 1, including Kingman, McPherson, Reno and Rice.The South Central Kansas... Read More.

McPherson BPU Approves Change in Rate Structure for Customer Classes, Effective April 1

Tuesday, February 11

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson Board of Public Utilities Monday approved a change in the rate structure for several customer classes, effective April 1.BPU General Manager Josh Bedel said the change involves going from a two-part rate to a three-part rate with the addition... Read More.

School to Promote Safe and Effective Prescribed Burns

Friday, January 24

Speakers to share guidelines for planning and conducting burns, having the necessary tools GARNETT, Kan. — The K-State Research and Extension Frontier District and the Anderson County Conservation District will host a school to teach attendees how to plan and safely conduct an effective prescribed... Read More.

Lindsborg Residents Applaud Effective Snow Removal Efforts Amidst City Initiatives

Thursday, January 23

LINDSBORG, Kan. — Unlike the intense criticism heaped upon McPherson city officials on social media regarding snow and ice removal from storms earlier this month, it was a generally different story in Lindsborg where residents were for the most part pleased with snow and... Read More.

Hutchinson Clinic to No Longer be in Network with Blue Cross and Blue Shield Effective January 1, 2025

Wednesday, December 18

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Clinic has decided to no longer be in-network with Blue Cross and Blue Shield, effective Jan. 1, 2025. Hutchinson Clinic released a statement on Tuesday about the decision, which was made after extensive negotiations and careful evaluation of financial impact according... Read More.

McPherson Opera House Executive Director Karissa Hoffman to Resign, Effective Aug. 9

Saturday, July 27

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson Opera House released a statement on Friday on social media that Executive Director Karissa Hoffman has given her resignation to Board President Denise O'Connor-Munsey, effective Aug. 9, 2024."While the Opera House is sad to see Karissa leave, she is... Read More.

Iola Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Executive Director to Retire, Effective Aug. 21, 2024

Wednesday, July 24

By Brenna Eller IOLA, Kan. — Iola Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Executive Director Robin Schallie announced today that she will be retiring from her position effective Aug. 21, 2024. Taking over as Executive Director will be Kelly Sigg.In a letter addressed to Chamber... Read More.

Lyons City Administrator Eddy Truelove to Retire, Effective Sept. 30, 2024

Tuesday, July 16

By Lucky Kidd LYONS, Kan. — When the Lyons City Council went into an executive session at the end of Monday’s meeting at the request of City Administrator Eddy Truelove to discuss a personnel matter, they had no idea what it was about.When the Council... Read More.

McPherson City Commissioners Approve Wage Raises for Employees, Effective Monday

Tuesday, May 7

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — A raise is on the way for McPherson City Employees. As part of a large number of personnel related items City Commissioners Tuesday approved a seven percent across the board wage adjustment to be effective Monday, May 13. Four... Read More.

McPherson Hires New Fire Chief, Effective April 29

Tuesday, March 12

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — The city of McPherson has a new Fire Chief. City Commissioners this morning approved the hiring of Chad Mayberry effective April 29th.New Chief Mayberry comes from the Winfield Fire Department, where he's been for the past 23 years, currently... Read More.

City Administrator Nick Gregory Announces Resignation, Effective Nov. 10

Tuesday, September 26

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson City Administrator Nick Gregory announced his resignation at this morning's City Commission meeting, effective Nov. 10. He is leaving after 14 years to become City Manager in Maize, Kan."It's been a great ride here in McPherson," Gregory said.... Read More.