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McPherson Fire Department Releases Statement Regarding Recent Arrest of Firefighter

Friday, December 12

McPHERSON, Kan. — The City of McPherson and the McPherson Fire Department are aware of the recent arrest of one of our firefighters. We are aware of the situation and are diligently reviewing the matter. At this time, the City of McPherson will not comment... Read More.

McPherson Fire Chief Provides City Commissioners with Overview of Recent Hazmat Incident

Tuesday, December 9

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson Fire Chief Chad Mayberry gave City Commissioners an overview Tuesday on the December 2nd incident where a semi hauling hydrochloric acid overturned at the US 56/Old81 Bypass intersection. The semi was going north on the bypass, K-153 for that section,... Read More.

Lyons City Council Appoints Interim Administrator and Addresses Budget Fire Department and Policy Updates

Tuesday, December 2

LYONS, Kan. — City Clerk Bailey Saylor was designated as Interim City Administrator by the Lyons City Council during Monday evening's meeting. This is one of a number of actions taken in the wake of the resignation of Troy Houtman on Nov. 17. As... Read More.

Hutchinson Fire Department Responds to 700 Block of Avenue C for Garage Fire

Sunday, November 30

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — At 3:40 p.m. the Hutchinson Fire Department was called to 719 E Avenue C for a garage fire. Upon arrival, crews found heavy smoke coming from the garage. Crews made an aggressive interior attack on the garage where they found fire... Read More.

Hutchinson Garage Fire Contained, One Hospitalized for Smoke Inhalation

Wednesday, November 26

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — At 6:55 a.m. the Hutchinson Fire Department was called to the 3500 block of Blanchard SW for a structure fire.Upon the arrival of the first fire engine, they found an attached garage that had heavy smoke coming from it.The crew made... Read More.

Hutchinson Fire Department Performs Rescue from Extreme Carbon Monoxide Environment

Tuesday, November 25

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (November 24, 2025) - The Hutchinson Fire Department was dispatched to the 1200 block of East 30th at 22:43 hrs for an unconscious person. While enroute dispatch advised that the circumstances were unknown but could be a gas or chemical issue. Upon... Read More.

Saturday Night Fire Destroys Rural Woodson County Home

Sunday, November 23

A Saturday night fire destroyed an unoccupied house about 2 ½ miles southwest of Neosho Falls.The fire in the area of 180th and Ute Roads was called in at about 9:23 p.m., and on arrival the home was fully engulfed in flames. After determining the... Read More.

Hutchinson Fire Crews Respond to Evening Garage Fire

Wednesday, November 5

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — At 18:44:05 the Hutchinson Fire Department was called to 1111 E 11th for a possible structure fire where the reporting party could smell smoke. Crews arrived on scene and found a garage that had smoke coming from the eves. The crews... Read More.

Neosho County Women’s Basketball Shows Fight and Fire in Baymont Classic Debut

Monday, November 3

PRATT, Kan. — The Neosho County Panthers opened their 2025–26 campaign this weekend at the Baymont Classic, proving that while the scoreboard didn't swing their way, the foundation for a gritty, high-octane season is already in motion. The two-day showcase at Pratt featured back-to-back tests... Read More.

Hutchinson Fire Crews Respond to East Side Garage Fire, No Injuries Reported

Tuesday, October 21

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - October 21, 2025 - Hutchinson Fire Department responded to the 1500 BLK of East 23rd Ave. this afternoon for a report of a detached garage on fire. First Arriving Crews found a 24' by 24' garage with heavy fire showing from... Read More.

McPherson City Commission Approves Fire Department Physicals and Project Updates

Tuesday, October 21

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson City Commissioners Tuesday approved the first part of payments for physicals for Fire Department members. Fire Chief Chad Mayberry said these physicals are an OSHA requirement that is done annually. Due to the timing of then, the city will get... Read More.

Fire Experts Urge Preparedness for Wildfires in Kansas

Monday, October 13

Kansas Forest Service specialist shares tips for mitigating fire around the home MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas may not be known as a state that is at high-risk for wildfires, but Kansas Forest Service specialist Shawna Hartman said Kansas ranks in the top five states nationally... Read More.