McPherson News

USDA Rural Development Invests in 54 Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Projects in Kansas

Wednesday, January 15

By the U.S. Department of Agriculture TOPEKA, Kan. — U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Director for Kansas Rural Development Christy Davis today announced that Rural Development is funding 54 projects to generate clean energy and improve energy efficiency in Kansas. The $5,883,731 in investments are... Read More.

City of McPherson Approves Change Order on Purchase of New Ambulance, Hears Annual EMS Report

Tuesday, January 14

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson City Commissioners approved a change order on purchase of a new Ambulance. EMS director Will Moore said there was an increase of $3,956 in the chassis cost from the bid originally accepted last April. This brings the total... Read More.

McPherson County Community Foundation Announces Retirement of President & CEO Becky Goss

Monday, January 13

By McPherson County Community Foundation McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — The McPherson County Community Foundation (MCCF) announced that its President and CEO, Becky Goss, will retire at the end of 2025. Goss, who has been with the Foundation since its inception in January 2001, has served... Read More.

New President Named for Hesston College

Monday, January 13

By Lucky Kidd HESSTON, Kan. — Mark Landes was named the 10th president of Hesston College on Monday. Landes, who previously worked for the college from 2013 to 2019 as vice president of finance and operations and during which time he was twice acting president... Read More.

Lindsborg Community Hospital Names New Administrator

Monday, January 13

SALINA, Kan. — Lindsborg Community Hospital (LCH) will officially welcome its new administrator, Mark Rooker near the end of January.Salina Regional Health Center CEO, Joel Phelps shared with the hospital that the new administrator had been selected on Monday.Rooker has had 27 years of... Read More.

Kansas Farm Bureau 2025 Young Farmers & Ranchers Conference Winners

Monday, January 13

By Kansas Farm Bureau MANHATTAN, Kan. — Farmers and ranchers from across Kansas gathered in Manhattan Jan. 10-12 for the annual Young Farmers and Ranchers (YF&R) leaders conference. Nearly 500 attended the three-day Kansas Farm Bureau conference designed to provide educational and networking opportunities for... Read More.

McPherson College Presents Boston Brass

Monday, January 13

By McPherson College McPHERSON, Kan. — Boston Brass brings its one-of-a-kind musical experience to the McPherson College stage in a Fern Lingenfelter Artist Series Concert on Sunday, January 26, at 7:30 p.m. at McPherson College’s Brown Auditorium. Admission to the concert is free.McPherson College... Read More.

Kansas Tourism Unveils 2025 Kansas Travel Guide

Monday, January 13

By the Kansas Department of Commerce Kansas Tourism Friday announced the release of the highly anticipated 2025 Kansas Travel Guide, a comprehensive and free resource designed to inspire exploration of the Sunflower State. The guide is available in both print and digital format, just... Read More.

McPherson County Community Foundation Announces $2.5 for 25 Campaign

Thursday, January 9

By the McPherson County Community Foundation McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — 2026 marks a special milestone year for the McPherson County Community Foundation (MCCF), as it celebrates 25 years of service to McPherson County Communities. Over the years the Foundation has worked with organizations to create... Read More.

Kansas Farm Bureau Foundation Accepting Scholarship Applications

Thursday, January 9

By the Kansas Farm Bureau MANHATTAN, Kan. — The Kansas Farm Bureau (KFB) Foundation for Agriculture is now accepting applications for 2025 scholarship awards.“Supporting education is one of the core missions of the Kansas Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture,” says KFB President Joe Newland. “We... Read More.

Bethany College Welcomes Christina Highsmith as Director of Marketing and Communications

Wednesday, January 8

By Bethany College LINDSBORG, KS., JAN. 7, 2025 — Bethany College is excited to welcome Christina Highsmith as Director of Marketing and Communications to its leadership team. Highsmith brings a wealth of experience in nonprofit marketing, media, and creative collaborations, making her an exceptional... Read More.

McPherson City Commission Discusses Winter Storm Challenges Faced Over Weekend, Approve Police Department Promotions

Tuesday, January 7

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — Some McPherson Board of Public Utilities Customers north of McPherson were without power for a brief period over the weekend. Information presented during this Tuesday's McPherson City Commission meeting indicated the initial outage affected around a dozen customers, but... Read More.