McPherson News

Spirit AeroSystems Backs KCC Reform Bill in Quest to Bring Competitive Electric Rates to Kansas

Tuesday, February 14

By Tim Carpenter, Kansas Reflector TOPEKA, Kan. — A Spirit AeroSystems executive pleaded with the Kansas Senate to dramatically reform membership and operations of the Kansas Corporation Commission based on an assertion the three-member regulatory body was beholden to interests of utility companies to... Read More.

Severe Weather Preparedness Week is March 6-10

Monday, February 13

By Pat Melgares, K-State Research and Extension News Service MANHATTAN, Kan. – Live in Kansas and the Midwest for very long, and it becomes commonplace to expect a wide variety of spring and summer weather. Tornadoes, damaging winds, large hail, flash flooding and lightning often... Read More.

A Look at Boys Substate Possibilities

Saturday, February 11

By Brad Hallier Just two weeks remain in the regular season for basketball teams across the state, which means it's almost time for substate play. Here's a look at area boys teams and what their potential fates are.Class 5A - Hutchinson is still sitting alone... Read More.

MKC to Use KFB’s RKAP to Bring Kansans Career Opportunity through Apprenticeships in Agriculture

Friday, February 10

MANHATTAN, Kan. – Mid-Kansas Cooperative (MKC) announces the launch of an apprenticeship program to hire agricultural equipment operators, CDL drivers and operations specialists through Kansas Farm Bureau’s (KFB) Rural Kansas Apprenticeship Program (RKAP).“This apprenticeship program formalizes the training and opportunities for career growth that... Read More.

Lindsborg Museum Named Recipient of 2 Grants Totaling $107K

Thursday, February 9

Lindsborg Museum Named Recipient of Competitive $87K Grant from Heritage Trust FundLINDSBORG, Kan. – The Heritage Trust Fund (HTF) announced on Saturday, February 4 that Lindsborg Old Mill & Swedish Heritage Museum is receiving a grant of $87,350 to fund critical restoration to the... Read More.

KDOT Announces Campaign to Prevent Drunk Driving for Super Bowl

Thursday, February 9

TOPEKA, Kan. – The Kansas Department of Transportation urges everyone to observe the Fans Don’t Let Fans Drive Drunk safety campaign for this year’s Super Bowl, which is Sunday, Feb. 12. Make sure anyone planning to drink alcohol has a designated driver to help... Read More.

$69M Boost: Program Aims to Support Kansas Entrepreneurs

Thursday, February 9

By Pat Melgares, K-State Research and Extension News Service MANHATTAN, Kan. – Officials with NetWork Kansas and the Kansas Department of Commerce said that a program funded for $69 million over the next nine years will help to strengthen the economic landscape for communities across... Read More.

USDA Projects Farm Income Will Fall in 2023 after Two Robust Years

Wednesday, February 8

By Adam Goldstein, Kansas Reflector WASHINGTON — After two strong years of growth, U.S. farm income is forecast to drop substantially in 2023 as commodity prices fall and expenses rise, the U.S. Department of Agriculture Economic Research Service reported Tuesday.And with food prices... Read More.

McPherson Planning Commission Recommends Approval for High School Stadium Lights, Scoreboard

Wednesday, February 8

By Lucky Kidd, Ad Astra Radio MCPHERSON, Kan. - Following nearly 2 hours of discussion and comments Monday night, the McPherson Planning Commission recommended the City Commission approve a conditional use permit to add stadium lights and a scoreboard to the athletic field at McPherson... Read More.

McPherson City Commissioners Approve Payments for Rehab Project, Design Work on New Fire Station

Wednesday, February 8

By Lucky Kidd, Ad Astra Radio MCPHERSON, Kan. – McPherson City Commissioners Tuesday approved payments to DH Home Improvement and SCKEED connected with the rehabilitation of a residence on South Elm as part of a 2020 Community Development Housing Block Grant. The total payments on... Read More.

European Space Agency, NASA, and Cosmosphere Collaborate on New Activity for Grades 3+

Tuesday, February 7

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - On February 17 at 10:00 a.m. CST, Cosmosphere hosts Volta Day at the Cosmosphere, a new collaboration with the European Space Agency, NASA, and the Tempio Voltiano museum in Italy. The event celebrates the birthday of Alessandro Volta (b. February 18,... Read More.

Prevent a blood shortage – donate in February

Monday, February 6

KANSAS — Spring is close, but February often brings unpredictable winter weather that can cause blood drive cancellations and make it difficult for donors to make it to their appointments safely. As the American Red Cross continues to monitor seasonal challenges that could impact the... Read More.