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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.

McPherson Chamber of Commerce Highlights L&L Advisors

Monday, August 4

McPHERSON, Kan. — L&L Advisors, an independent financial services firm with offices in Salina and McPherson, continues to make an impact through personalized insurance, wealth management, and retirement planning solutions. Located conveniently at 224 S. Main Street in McPherson, the firm prides itself on... Read More.

Rice County Highlighted in ‘Treasurer’s Top Ten’ List of Businesses and People with Unclaimed Property

Wednesday, July 30

RICE COUNTY, Kan. — Kansas State Treasurer Steven Johnson visited Lyons on Wednesday, July 30 for the Unclaimed Property Campaign and shared a "Treasurer's Top Ten" list of businesses and people in Rice County with unclaimed funds. Treasurer's Top Ten Businesses: Rice CountyGood Samaritan... Read More.

Resurfacing Project on 1400 Road North of Iola to Begin Ahead of Schedule, Other Allen County Commission Meeting Highlights

Tuesday, July 8

ALLEN COUNTY, Kan. — A resurfacing project on 1400 Road north of Iola could begin sooner than expected. Allen County Commissioners were informed Tuesday Bettis Construction can start this project Wednesday, as they had an opening on their schedule. It's expected this work will... Read More.

Barton County Approves Vehicle Purchase for Central Kansas Community Corrections, Other Meeting Highlights

Tuesday, June 24

BARTON COUNTY, Kan. — A vehicle purchase and addition of mini split units for a multi-use office space for Central Kansas Community Corrections was approved by the Barton County Commission Tuesday.A 2024 Ford Edge all-wheel drive vehicle was purchased from Marmie Ford for $29,400.... Read More.

Lyons City Council Meeting Highlights 6/16/25

Tuesday, June 17

LYONS, Kan. — Sewer and water rate increases were approved by the Lyons City council Monday. These increases are made to address long term major projects for both utilities, including the upcoming project at the Wastewater Treatment Plant. At the June 2nd meeting, the... Read More.

City of Lyons Shown Study of Possible Increases in Water and Wastewater Charges Over Next Five Years, Other Highlights from June 2 Council Meeting

Tuesday, June 3

LYONS, Kan. — Lyons residents could be facing significant increases in water and wastewater charges over the next five years. A study presented to the City Council Monday gave an overview of what increases may be in store over the next five years.The study... Read More.

Allen County Commissioners Hear Report from Road and Bridge Supervisor on Washouts in Allen County, Other Meeting Highlights

Tuesday, May 27

ALLEN COUNTY, Kan. — Allen County Commissioners Tuesday authorized signing of the petition that starts the process that could lead to a delinquent tax sale later this year. County Counselor Bob Johnson said as of now there are 105 parcels on which three or... Read More.

McPherson County Commission Reviews Subdivision Moratorium Request; Other Meeting Highlights

Monday, April 28

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — No action was taken by McPherson County Commissioners Monday on a request for a moratorium on small tract subdivisions. The request came from McPherson County Planning Board chair Kathy Nicholson, who was speaking for herself and not the full board.Nicholson... Read More.

Marathon Win Highlights Unbeaten Quad Week for Bullpup Softball

Saturday, April 26

McPHERSON, Kan. - The McPherson High School Varsity Softball team had two quads in a week, winning both games each day Tuesday, April 22 and Friday, April 25 to stay undefeated. The most exciting of which coming in a battle of 4A juggernauts between McPherson... Read More.

Larned City Council Meeting 4/7/25 Highlights

Tuesday, April 8

LARNED, Kan. — The Larned City Council Monday approved a 25-year extension of its current electric power contract with Grand River Dam Authority through which it obtains two megawatts of electricity which it has the option to reduce to 1.5 megawatts from October through... Read More.

City of McPherson Commission Meeting Highlights 4/8/25

Tuesday, April 8

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson City Commission Tuesday approved an ordinance and resolution related to the sale of $3,255,000 in general obligation bonds for street, sewer, and stormwater improvements for the Veranda West development and the irrigation improvements at Turkey Creek Golf Course. Financial... Read More.