McPherson News

USD 418 Superintendent Praises District Staff for Quick Response During Tuesday’s Stray Arrow Incident

Wednesday, September 27

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson USD 418 Superintendent Shiloh Vincent praised district staff Wednesday for their work following a Tuesday morning incident where a seven-year-old girl was struck by a stray arrow on the Roosevelt Elementary School playground.Shiloh told Ad Astra News it... Read More.

McPherson Housing Coalition Breaks Ground on Sutherland Estates

Wednesday, September 27

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — Ahead of Thursday's McPherson County Housing Conference, the McPherson Housing Coalition along with local, state and federal officials took part in a ground-breaking Wednesday afternoon for MHC's new Sutherland Estates project in the 300 block of South Oak.MHC Executive... Read More.

STEPMC’s Fall Taco Fiesta Oct. 3

Wednesday, September 27

By Ad Astra News McPHERSON, Kan. — It's that time of year again for Steps to End Poverty of McPherson County's Taco Tuesday fall fundraiser.If you're hungry for tacos on Oct. 3, head over to the Trinity Lutheran Church at 119 N Elm St in... Read More.

Bethany College Welcomes Visiting Artist Marco Hernandez for “Reconectando con mis Raíces” Exhibition

Wednesday, September 27

By Bethany College LINDSBORG, Kan. — Bethany College is proud to present the upcoming "Reconectando con mis Raíces" exhibition featuring the distinctive artwork of visiting artist Marco Hernandez. The show will be displayed at the Mingenback Gallery from October 2 to October 27, with a... Read More.

Sen. Moran Statement on OIG Report Regarding Opioid Prescribing at Eastern Kansas Health Care System

Tuesday, September 26

By the Office of U.S. Senator for Kansas Jerry Moran WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) – ranking member of the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee – today released the following statement in response to the Office of Inspector General’s (OIG) report on the Veterans... Read More.

Roosevelt Elementary Student Shot in Arm by Arrow on School Playground, 31-Year-Old Man Arrested

Tuesday, September 26

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — A seven-year-old student at McPherson's Roosevelt Elementary School is in stable condition at a Wichita hospital after being shot in the arm with an arrow this morning on the school's playground, with the person who shot the arrow in... Read More.

McPherson Trivia Night Winners Alicia and Luke Chennell

Tuesday, September 26

By Brenna Eller McPHERSON, Kan. — Did you know that McPherson has a city flower? Would you have guessed that it is a rose? That is an example of the type of question the attendees were given by the McPherson Public Library and the McPherson... Read More.

Biggest Event Yet for McPherson Police Department’s COPS Charity Fundraiser

Tuesday, September 26

By Brenna Eller McPHERSON, Kan. — The 2023 C.O.P.S. Fundraiser Charity Shoot on Saturday, Sept. 23, hosted by the McPherson Police Department and sponsored by Justice Lodge #457 raised a record-breaking $4,000 for the Concerns of Police Survivors. "It was our biggest event yet, most money,... Read More.

Two Resignations Tuesday, Commissioners Approve 300K Prairie Landworks Project at Turkey Creek Golf Course

Tuesday, September 26

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — In addition to the resignation of City Administrator Nick Gregory this morning, the City of McPherson Commissioners also accepted the resignation of Code Enforcement Officer Jennifer Burns, effective October 6th. Staff indicated Jennifer did an outstanding job during her... Read More.

City Administrator Nick Gregory Announces Resignation, Effective Nov. 10

Tuesday, September 26

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson City Administrator Nick Gregory announced his resignation at this morning's City Commission meeting, effective Nov. 10. He is leaving after 14 years to become City Manager in Maize, Kan."It's been a great ride here in McPherson," Gregory said.... Read More.

Chamber to Host Candidate Forums October 5

Monday, September 25

By the McPherson Chamber of Commerce McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson Chamber of Commerce Civic Awareness Committee will host candidate forums at Kansas Municipal Utilities, 2090 East Ave. A on Thursday, October 5. The forum for the USD #418 school board will be held at... Read More.

County Commission Approves Correction to 2019 Special Use Permit, Mark Hoppes Appointed Treasurer of Empire Township

Monday, September 25

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson County Commission Monday approved a correction to a 2019 special use permit for a tractor and trailer storage yard south of the Crossroads Assembly Church, between 14th and Old Highway 81. Planning and Zoning Administrator Jon Kinsey said... Read More.