McPherson News

Provision of Kansas K-12 Funding Bill Slices State Aid to About 100 Public School Districts

Wednesday, May 10

By Tim Carpenter, Kansas Reflector TOPEKA, Kan. — The school funding bill forwarded by the Kansas Legislature to Gov. Laura Kelly — noteworthy for what it excluded as well as what it included — contained an unexpected budget twist that potentially blindsided as many as... Read More.

McPherson Voters Narrowly Reject USD 418 Bond Issue

Tuesday, May 9

MCPHERSON, Kan. – Voters in McPherson USD 418 narrowly rejected an $88.5 million bond issue during Tuesday's special election. Unofficial results from the McPherson County Clerk's Office show 1,486 votes against the proposal to 1,300 votes in favor, an approximately 53-47 percent margin. The bond... Read More.

Kansas State Employee Virtual Job Fair Set for May 17

Tuesday, May 9

TOPEKA, Kan. (KPR) — The state of Kansas is hiring. Job-seekers are invited to attend the State of Kansas Agencies Virtual Job Fair Wednesday, May 17 (8:00 am to 5:00 pm). This virtual fair, which is hosted by KANSASWORKS, will focus... Read More.

Herington Teacher Arrested on Child Sex Charges Now Faces Additional Charges

Tuesday, May 9

DICKINSON COUNTY, Kan. (KPR) — The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) and the Dickinson County Sheriff’s Office have arrested a Herington man on child sex charges. The KBI says 61-year-old Russell L. Thomas was arrested for three counts of aggravated indecent liberties with a... Read More.

Here’s What’s Up this Week with All Schools Day in McPherson

Monday, May 8

By McPherson Chamber of Commerce MCPHERSON, Kan. - It’s May and do you know what that means? It’s time for McPherson County All Schools Day! This year’s All Schools Day Chairman is Denise O’Connor-Munsey. And with the help of many, many volunteers, and the... Read More.

Tabor’s Newest Residence Hall Named Jost Hall in Honor of Leroy (Lee) and Janice (Kornelson) Jost

Monday, May 8

HILLSBORO, Kan. – Tabor College has officially named its newest residence hall, Jost Hall, in honor of Leroy (Lee) and Janice (Kornelson, fs’52) Jost. The project is set to be finished this summer and will be available to female students in August 2023.Jost Hall, an 86-bed facility, is the largest residence hall added to the campus... Read More.

McPherson College Announces New Director Of Choral Activities

Monday, May 8

MCPHERSON, Kan. - McPherson College announces Andrew Voth will join the faculty as the new director of choral activities and assistant professor of music. He previously taught middle school and high school choir in Goessel, Kan., and is currently completing a Doctor of Musical... Read More.

KU Researchers Develop App to Treat Eating Disorders

Monday, May 8

LAWRENCE, Kan. (KNS) - Researchers at the University of Kansas have created a smartphone app that can help treat eating disorders. The app uses existing eating disorder resources, but gives participants more control over when to access those materials. It also includes virtual check-ins... Read More.

Country Artist Cooper Alan with Frank Ray Hit the Stage at Kansas State Fair September 12

Monday, May 8

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - Country music fans, mark your calendars! Rising star Cooper Alan will be performing with Frank Ray at the Kansas State Fair on Tuesday, September 12. After graduating college, Cooper Alan packed up and moved to Nashville, TN where he has been making waves... Read More.

Mastermind McPherson County Survey Deadline Extended to May 31st

Friday, May 5

MCPHERSON, Kan. – Have you taken the opportunity to give your input on your community? Answers from this survey will be reviewed during the second component of Mastermind McPherson County. The second component is to hold a leader's summit every year. This summit will be... Read More.

City-Wide Clean-up this Weekend in Moundridge

Thursday, May 4

MOUNDRIDGE, Kan. – The Moundridge Community-Wide Clean-up will take place this weekend. The McPherson Area Solid Waste Utility will have several large roll-off dumpsters set up by the recycling bins south of the ballfields.The dumpsters cannot be used for tires, freon-containing items, or hazardous... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces $30 Million to Increase High-Speed Internet Availability

Thursday, May 4

TOPEKA – Wedneday, Governor Laura Kelly announced a new program aimed at helping Kansas communities that lack high-speed internet. The Lasting Infrastructure and Network Connectivity (LINC) program will provide $30 million in competitive funding opportunities to build the infrastructure needed for more homes and... Read More.