McPherson News

Smoky Hills Rock Signal Strengthens with New Transmitter, Now at Full Licensed Power

Monday, September 18

By Ad Astra News LINDSBORG, Kan. — Ad Astra Radio's Smoky Hills Rock 95.5 placed in operation a new transmitter, allowing it to operate at its full licensed power for the first time in over five years.Ad Astra Radio had the high bid to acquire... Read More.

Floss & Needle Ribbon Cutting Sept. 14

Monday, September 18

By Brenna Eller McPHERSON, Kan. — The destination for all things cross-stitching, Floss & Needle, located at 206 S. Centennial Dr., has just opened up in McPherson. Chamber Ambassador Casey Justus of Ad Astra Radio welcomed everyone to the Ribbon Cutting for the new cross-stitching business... Read More.

Chamber Connection at the Lindsborg Old Mill & Swedish Heritage Museum

Monday, September 18

By Brenna Eller LINDSBORG, Kan. — Lindsborg Old Mill & Swedish Heritage Museum Director, Lenora Lynam and Adam Pracht, Director of Marketing and Communications shared the rich history of the museum and mill last Thursday at the Chamber Connection and gave information, current museum projects,... Read More.

Rain or Shine, Ron Diamond Hypnotizes

Sunday, September 17

By Brenna Eller HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Ron Diamond, Master Magician, Mentalist and Hypnotist has been mesmerizing people with his show for 38 years and has been performing for about 50 years. He comes up with creative, fun and interactive ways to keep his audience entertained... Read More.

KHP Troopers Recognized for Saving Life of Woman at Last Year’s Fair

Saturday, September 16

By Lucky Kidd HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Two members of the Kansas Highway Patrol were recognized Saturday by Kansas State Fair Officials for the efforts that saved the life of a Hutchinson woman at last year's Fair.During the last Saturday of the 2022 fair Master Trooper... Read More.

Marion County Scarecrow Wins Fair Contest

Saturday, September 16

By Lucky Kidd HUTCHINSON, Kan. — During this year's Kansas State Fair counties around the state were invited to create a tabletop scarecrow. The scarecrows were displayed during the fair in the Pride of Kansas Building, and the winning scarecrow came from Marion County.Each entry... Read More.

McPherson Sheriff Deputies Respond to Tragedy at Inman Motocross Track

Saturday, September 16

By Ad Astra News McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — Deputies from the McPherson County Sheriff's Office responded for a report of three deceased persons in a camper at the Inman Motocross track on Saturday.As stated in a press release from the McPherson Sheriff's Office, members of... Read More.

Rainy Red Friday Doesn’t Stop Chiefs Kingdom

Saturday, September 16

By Brenna Eller HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Fairgoers endured the stormy weather on Friday for Kansas Lottery Chiefs Red Friday at the Kansas State Fair. The day was filled with people sporting Kansas City Chiefs gear and there was a long line for the viewing of... Read More.

National Voter Registration Day: September 19

Thursday, September 14

By the McPherson County Community Foundation McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — One of the many takeaways that the McPherson County McPherson Community Foundation (MCCF) got from the Mastermind McPherson County Survey and Summit is that Leadership is an important focus for our communities. With National Voter... Read More.

Kansas Lottery Chiefs Red Friday, Sept. 15

Thursday, September 14

By Brenna Eller HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Tomorrow, on Sept. 15, don't forget to wear your Kansas City Chiefs gear for "Kansas Lottery Chiefs Red Friday"at the Kansas State Fair.The day will feature a special appearance by the Kansas City Chiefs' Championship Super Bowl LVII Trophy from... Read More.

Last Concert Before his Big Day, Cooper Alan at Kansas State Fair Sept. 12

Thursday, September 14

By Brenna Eller HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Those who attended the Frank Ray and Cooper Alan concert on Sept. 12 had quite the party with the two country musicians.Frank Ray, bilingual Texas chart-topping country artist from New Mexico, is well known for hit songs, "Country'd Look... Read More.

Race Track Update at Fairgrounds Grandstand

Thursday, September 14

By Lucky Kidd HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Kansas State Fair Board Thursday agreed to accept proposals through Oct. 31 on options for the race track at the Fairgrounds Grandstand. Last November the board voted to move forward with a plan to take out the half... Read More.