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McPherson USD 418 Seeks Future Kindergarten Students

Friday, April 10

McPherson USD 418 is looking for future kindergartners. As they work on details for their Kindergarten Roundup, the district is asking parents who have children who will be at least five years old on or before August 31st, 2026. The district has a... Read More.

Week of the Young Child Proclaimed by McPherson County Cities

Thursday, April 9

This week several cites across McPherson County have proclaimed April 11–17 as the Week of the Young Child. Proclamations were made at Monday's Lindsborg City Council meeting and Tuesday's McPherson City Commission meeting, among others. Celebrated nationwide, the week is an annual event sponsored... Read More.

McPherson USD 418 Superintendent Search Underway

Wednesday, April 8

The process of hiring a new Superintendent of Schools for McPherson USD 418 is underway. At the first of a series of special meetings to be held this month Wednesday evening, Board of Education President Lara Vanderhoof said the board would be reviewing application... Read More.

United Way of McPherson County Honors Five Local Businesses

Wednesday, April 8

United Way of McPherson County recognized five local businesses Tuesday evening for their amazing fundraising in 2025 for Workplace Giving Campaigns. The recognition took part as part of their Grateful Giving Celebration. Farmers Alliance took home the Legacy Award, while Wise and Reber received... Read More.

McPherson County Unemployment Rate at Regional Low for January 2026

Wednesday, April 8

The Kansas Department of Labor has released the January Labor report, delayed from its usual release time due to last fall's federal shutdown. Statewide seasonally adjusted unemployment for January came in at 3.8 percent, up a tenth of a point from December and from... Read More.

Barton controls midweek matchup in 16-3 run-rule win over McPherson College JV

Wednesday, April 8

The Barton Community College baseball team took care of business Tuesday afternoon, rolling to a 16-3 run-rule victory in seven innings over McPherson College JV at TC Construction Field at Bulldog Park. After scratching across a pair of runs in the second, the Cougars gradually... Read More.

McPherson City Commissioners Approve Public Safety Upgrades, Community Projects and Event Permits

Tuesday, April 7

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson City Commissioners Tuesday approved purchase for the Police Department of LeadsOnline, a program that they can use to help locate stolen items. With it, they are able to quickly locate suspects and recover items before they are melted down or... Read More.

Ad Astra Radio Hosts McPherson Chamber Connection

Monday, April 6

Ad Astra Radio has built a strong legacy as a true hometown broadcasting network, serving communities across Kansas with a personal and local touch. With 11 radio stations and 15 signals covering much of Central Kansas, the company has become a major presence in... Read More.

McPherson County Jail Near Capacity, County Commissioners Approve Road Projects, Hire New County Surveyor

Monday, April 6

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — The McPherson County Jail isn't as crowded as it has been, but it's still near capacity. Sheriff Jerry Montagne told McPherson County Commissioners Monday that as of that time they were housing 58 people, including six females and two for... Read More.

Bullpup Girls Soccer Places 3rd in McPherson Invitational Tournament

Saturday, April 4

McPHERSON, Kan. - McPherson High School's Girls Soccer team played three games between March 30-April 3 for the 20th Annual McPherson Invitational, placing 3rd after defeating Salina South 1-0. Valley Center won the Invitational Tournament. McPherson started the tournament with a 6-0 win against Newton. The... Read More.

McPherson Libraries Celebrate Law Day with Special Bookmarks, Displays and Reading Resources

Friday, April 3

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson Public Library, McPherson High School, and Miller Library (McPherson College) have completed special projects for April to support the city’s celebration of Law Day (Friday, May 1). The Public Library created two special bookmarks, one for adults and one for... Read More.

McPherson USD 418 Board of Education Votes to Proceed with CMAR Procurement Process

Wednesday, April 1

McPHERSON, Kan. — At a special meeting Wednesday evening, the McPherson USD 418 Board of Education voted to move forward with the Construction Manager At-Risk (CMAR) procurement process for projects being funded through a bond issue voters approved last month. The district's Facilities Committee recommended... Read More.