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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.

Bulldogs Make Statement 84-69 Win Over Ottawa

Tuesday, November 25

Ottawa, Kan – The Bulldogs took on the Ottawa Braves this past weekend for their third KCAC matchup of the season. McPherson College came into the contest off a heart-breaking 75-73 loss at home to Kansas Wesleyan, while the Braves came into the Holman Fieldhouse... Read More.

McPherson Starts KCAC Play with Statement Win over Southwestern 83-74

Wednesday, November 19

McPherson, Kan – Heading into their first Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference matchup of the 2025-2026 campaign, the Bulldogs took on the undefeated Southwestern College Moundbuilders. The Moundbuilders had won all four of their non-conference opponents while McPherson came in with a 3-2 record in the... Read More.

Governor Kelly Releases Statement on Ceasefire in Middle East

Tuesday, October 14

TOPEKA, Kan. — On Tuesday, Oct. 14 Governor Laura Kelly released the following statement regarding the ceasefire reached in the Middle East."Yesterday, after 738 days, the hostages held by Hamas were finally released, and the horrific war in the Middle East has reached a... Read More.

Senator Marshall Releases Statement on Democrat Shutdown

Tuesday, September 30

WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas) issued the following statement after Senate Democrats voted to shut down the government rather than pass the clean Continuing Resolution - already approved by the House of Representatives - that would simply extend government funding through... Read More.

Rep. Derek Schmidt Statement on Federal Government Shutdown

Tuesday, September 30

WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Derek Schmidt (KS-02) tonight issued the following statement, as the Senate for a second time has rejected continuing resolutions to keep the federal government open and operating:“Nearly two weeks ago, the House passed a bipartisan bill to keep the government... Read More.

Hutchinson High School Lockdown Lifted after Threat Deemed Not Credible

Tuesday, September 30

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Today at 11:36 a.m., Hutchinson Police Department (HPD) received a call from an unknown individual regarding a threat directed at Hutchinson High School. Police and Sheriff Officers responded to Hutchinson High school and set up a perimeter around the school, while... Read More.

Bullpup Football Earns Statement Win over Chanute in Home Opener 42-12

Saturday, September 20

McPHERSON, Kan. - McPherson High School Football held their home opener Friday, Sept. 19, defeating Chanute 42-12.Chanute entered as the No. 5 team in 4A, ranked by members of the media. McPherson entered unranked, but receiving votes.The game started around 15 minutes later than originally... Read More.

#4 Neosho County Men’s Soccer Stays Unbeaten with Statement Win Over #9 Johnson County

Thursday, September 18

CHANUTE, Kan. — In a top-10 showdown with major conference and national implications, the #4-ranked Neosho County Community College men's soccer team delivered a composed and clinical performance, defeating #9 Johnson County CC 2-0 on Wednesday afternoon. The Panthers struck first in the 38th minute when Read More.

USD 418 Issues Statement on Roundhouse Floor Damage

Saturday, August 2

McPHERSON, Kan. — In the wake of a Wichita TV station interview regarding the flood damage to the floor of the McPherson High School Roundhouse after a heavy rain event June 17th, USD 418 released a statement late Friday afternoon.The statement said the district... Read More.

Statements Issued from SCKAAA and Everfull on Contract Termination

Thursday, June 12

The South Central Kansas Area Agency on Aging released a statement Thursday afternoon involving the termination of contracts with Everfull to provide senior nutrition services in the ten-county area it serves.Executive Director Jodi Whitmore said the decision to terminate the Everfull contract... Read More.

Governor Kelly Shares Statement Regarding Death of Two Israeli Embassy Staff

Thursday, May 22

TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly shared in a press release this morning that she joins in mourning the loss of Kansan Sarah Milgrim and Yaron Lischinsky, two Israeli Embassy staff who were killed last night outside of the Captial Jewish Museum in Washington,... Read More.