McPherson News

Tanner Wealand Announced As McPherson Center For Health CEO

Monday, July 1

Story Submitted by Kayla Elizabeth Moritz McPHERSON, Kan. (July 1, 2024) — McPherson Hospital is pleased to announce the naming of Tanner Wealand as President and Chief Executive Officer. Wealand replaces Lewis Newberry in this role.Wealand joined...

McPherson Man Dies of Injuries Sustained in Single Vehicle Accident

Monday, July 1

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — A McPherson man has died of injuries sustained in a single vehicle accident Friday afternoon in southern McPherson County.The victim was identified as 58-year-old Terry Schmidt. McPherson County Sheriff's Captain Dean Scott...

ReUse It Center Volunteer Spotlight: LaVon Ediger

Saturday, June 29

By the ReUse It Center McPHERSON, Kan. — The ReUse It Center would not exist without LaVon Ediger. After running his own business as a contractor for over 50 years, he knew the amount of construction materials that ended...

KC & The Sunshine Band Boogie Down to Dodge City on September 19th

Friday, June 28

By the United Wireless Arena DODGE CITY, Kan. — United Wireless Arena, managed by VenuWorks, is thrilled to announce that the iconic fund R&B group, KC and the Sunshine Band, will be coming to Dodge City! Prepare to “Get Down Tonight”...

Stream Advisory Rescinded for Smoky Hill River located East of Salina, Kansas

Friday, June 28

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Preparing for Independence Day and Summer Travel

Friday, June 28

By the Kansas Highway Patrol KANSAS — Many people will celebrate the holiday and following weekend by hitting the road and traveling through the Sunflower State. The Kansas Highway Patrol reminds motorists of the importance of traveling safely during...

McPherson Main Street Board Announces the Hire of New Main Street Director

Friday, June 28

By McPherson Main Street McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson Main Street’s Board of Directors is excited to announce the hiring of its next Director, Johni Doughman.“Johni’s positive attitude and optimistic spirit is contagious. Her...

Sen. Moran Announces $2.1M in Congressional Funding for McPherson College and $275K for McPherson Police Department

Thursday, June 27

By Brenna Eller McPHERSON, Kan. — U.S. Senator Jerry Moran made two big announcements to the McPherson community today. He has secured $2.1 million in new, congressionally directed funding for McPherson College and $275,000 for the McPherson Police Department.

Senator Jerry Moran Secures $2.1 Million for McPherson College’s Rural Health Initiative

Thursday, June 27

By McPherson College McPHERSON, Kan. — Senator Jerry Moran announced he has secured $2.1 million in new, congressionally directed funding for McPherson College during a news conference on campus June 27, 2024. The federal funds will support the college’s...