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Suspect Sought in Pedestrian Hit and Run in McPherson October 30th

Monday, November 17

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — McPherson County Crimestoppers is asking for your help in a connection with a hit and run accident on the Kansas Avenue Bridge over I-135 the night of Oct. 30.The vehicle involved is a tan Nissan Altima, tag number not immediately... Read More.

Ad Astra Radio’s October Classroom Hero Allison Unruh, Presented by Peoples Bank and Trust

Friday, October 24

McPHERSON, Kan. — Ad Astra Radio is proud to announce the most recent recipient of the Ad Astra Radio Classroom Hero Award presented by Peoples Bank and Trust. Washington Elementary School (WES) Kindergarten teacher Allison Unruh was presented the Classroom Hero Award on Friday, Oct.... Read More.

The ReUse It Center Announces October Check Donations

Wednesday, October 22

McPHERSON, Kan. — The ReUse It Center was able to donate $4,500 this month thanks to its shoppers and volunteers. Outreach McPhersonOutreach McPherson is a nonprofit ministry that distributes new or used furniture to those in need. They collect furniture and store it in storage... Read More.

Ad Astra Radio’s October Classroom Hero Whitney Aves, Presented by Heartland Credit Union

Tuesday, October 21

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Ad Astra Radio is proud to announce the recipient of this month’s Classroom Hero Award, presented by Heartland Credit Union. The Classroom Hero for the month of October is Whitney Aves, Family and Consumer Science teacher at Hutchinson Career and... Read More.

McPherson School Board Reviews Costs for Facility Options, Community Meetings Scheduled Wednesday, October 22nd

Tuesday, October 14

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson USD 418 Board of Education members Monday night got their first look at the costs that would be involved with a number of facility options a long range facility study committee has been reviewing. As it relates to McPherson High... Read More.

McPherson County Community Foundation Releases $63,000 in October

Thursday, October 9

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — The McPherson County Community Foundation and the Moundridge Foundation have announced their grant recipients for October 2025. This cycle the Foundation released over $63,520 to organizations across the county. These distributions came from three different community funds. McPherson County General Grants Kansas... Read More.

United Way of Reno County Hosting Community Work Day on October 11

Thursday, October 9

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — United Way of Reno County will host its annual Community Work Day this Saturday, October 11, bringing together approximately 350 volunteers to complete more than 20 service projects across Reno County.This day of service unites individuals, businesses, and community groups in... Read More.

McPherson County HS Volleyball Teams Start Hot Streaks to Begin First Full Week of October

Wednesday, October 8

McPherson County high schools took part in volleyball action on Tuesday, Oct. 7 to highlight a busy first week of October.MCPHERSONThe McPherson Bullpups were in action in El Dorado for a triangular, along with Circle. The Bullpups won both matches while one senior had... Read More.

McPherson City Commission Approves Quote for Plaza Shade Structure, Rental Fee Waiver for McPherson Optimist Club Halloween Carnival on October 23

Tuesday, October 7

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson City Commissioners Tuesday approved a just over $26,000 quote from Happy Playgrounds for a shade structure to be installed on the stage area of The Plaza at Main and Marlin. Private donations through the McPherson County Community Foundation including one... Read More.

Buhler Mens Soccer Hosts Pink Out Night Thursday, October 16

Tuesday, October 7

BUHLER, Kan. — The Buhler High School Men's Soccer program is hosting a Pink Out Night on Thursday, Oct. 16 to raise awareness and show support for those impacted by breast cancer. Three dollars of every shirt ordered will stay local to continue supporting breast... Read More.

Rural Health Clinic to Host Open House October 8

Wednesday, October 1

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson Center for Health invites the community to attend an Open House at the Rural Health Clinic on Wednesday, October 8. The event will highlight the clinic’s newest providers and expanded women’s health services. Guests will have the opportunity to meet... Read More.

Clothed in Compassion Celebrates Three Years, Hosts Benefit Auction on October 18

Tuesday, September 30

RENO COUNTY, Kan. — Clothed in Compassion (CiC) is celebrating its third anniversary with a "Fill a Jar, Fill a Heart" Benefit Auction on Saturday, Oct. 18. Every item that is bid on helps provide pediatric therapy care to families in and around Hutchinson.The... Read More.