McPherson News

IdeaTek Expands Fiber Internet to McPherson

Wednesday, July 19

By IdeaTek MCPHERSON, Kan. - Thanks to an overwhelming response from residents, IdeaTek is expanding its popular ultra-fast fiber internet to McPherson residents and businesses. This expansion will give thousands of additional households access to gigabit speeds at affordable prices.The first zone was connected earlier...

Goessel Mayor Ben Schmidt Resigns During City Meeting

Tuesday, July 18

GOESSEL, Kan. — Goessel Mayor Ben Schmidt resigned on July 17 during the City Council meeting, effective immediately. In his letter of resignation, Schmidt cited family commitments in part for his decision.He also noted a number of frustrations, in particular...

USD 418 Board of Education to Submit New Bond Proposal in November

Tuesday, July 18

McPHERSON, Kan. — At the McPherson USD 418 Board of Education meeting on Monday night, the Board agreed to submit to voters in November another bond issue proposal, of the same amount as the proposal rejected in May, but with some changes.

Governor Kelly Highlights Kansas’ Continued Success with 9-8-8 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

Tuesday, July 18

TOPEKA, Kan. – Governor Laura Kelly announced Monday that since its launch in July 2022, the 9-8-8 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline connects notably more Kansans to mental health resources in the Lifeline’s first full year of operation. In its first year, 9-8-8 saw a 73%...

No Winner in Monday’s Powerball Drawing. Jackpot Hits $1 Billion

Tuesday, July 18

ST. JOSEPH. Mo. (AP) — The Powerball jackpot rose yet again to an estimated $1 billion after no winning ticket was sold for the latest drawing. No single ticket for Monday's drawing matched the white balls 5, 8, 9, 17, 41 and red Powerball...

UPDATE: 2-Year-Old Kansas Drowning Victim Identified

Tuesday, July 18

OSAGE COUNTY, Kan. (KNS/KSNT) – Osage County law enforcement officials have identified the victim of a recent drowning at a Kansas state park. Sheriff Chris Wells says the victim of last week’s drowning was 2-year-old Jaselyn Knoll. KSNT reports that the death is under...

Annual Report Shows Drop in Kansas Violent Crimes for 2022

Tuesday, July 18

By Rachel Mipro, Crime Index Report compiles data from...

City of McPherson Seeking Businesses Interested in Grant

Tuesday, July 18

MCPHERSON, Kan. (McPherson Chamber of Commerce) – If enough qualified businesses are interested, the City of McPherson plans to apply for a Community Development Block Grant COVID Resiliency Category (CVR).In order to fulfill the application requirements, the City is actively seeking qualifying businesses that have an...

Ad Astra Radio’s Casey Justus is Newest McPherson Chamber Ambassador

Tuesday, July 18

MCPHERSON, Kan. (McPherson Chamber of Commerce) – Join the McPherson Chamber of Commerce in welcoming Casey Justus as one of the Chamber's newest Ambassadors.

Day 12, Kansas Wheat Harvest Report

Tuesday, July 18

By Julia Debes for Kansas Wheat KANSAS...

Farm Bureau Insight: Fair Life Lessons

Monday, July 17

By Greg Doering KANSAS – In a few days, the local county fair will kick off marking the beginning of summer’s end as classes begin in the following weeks. But for a few short, hot days, the fair offers a little bit of everything for...

Get the Best Price of the Year on Kansas State Fair Unlimited Ride Wristbands

Monday, July 17

Hutchinson, Kan. – On July 25th, from 10am to 10pm, take advantage of our incredible flash sale on unlimited carnival ride Midway Wristbands for only $25.This is the lowest price you'll find all year for our wristbands! Experience unlimited fun and ride to your heart's...