McPherson News

Veterans Story Night Sept. 19

Sunday, September 10

By Dan Hervey, McPherson American Legion Harry B Dorst Post 24 McPHERSON, Kan. — On Tuesday, Sept. 19 at 7 p.m. two veterans will share their stories at the American Legion. Friends, family and the public are invited.Kathy Nicholson and Sheryl White both served in... Read More.

McPherson Law Enforcement Investigating Aggravated Battery of Local College Student

Friday, September 8

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson Police and the Kansas Bureau of Investigation are investigating an overnight aggravated battery incident involving a local college student.McPherson Police Chief Mikel Golden said McPherson County Emergency Communications received a call just before 4 a.m. of a possible... Read More.

Eastbound I-70 Entrance Ramps to be Closed in Junction City to Help Ease K-State Gameday Traffic Congestion

Thursday, September 7

By the Kansas Department of Transportation GEARY COUNTY, Kan. — On Saturday, September 9, the Kansas Department of Transportation plans to temporarily close two eastbound I-70 entrance ramps at Junction City in Geary County. From 7 to 11 a.m. the eastbound entrance ramps at J Hill... Read More.

Annual Faculty, Staff Art Exhibit on Display in Friendship Hall

Thursday, September 7

By McPherson College McPHERSON, Kan. — An exhibition featuring the artwork of McPherson College faculty and staff is on display now through October in Friendship Gallery on the college campus. The exhibit includes a wide variety of artistic media. A closing reception is scheduled for... Read More.

Kansas Senators Are Demanding Answers for Rule Reversal On Kansas High Energy Prices

Wednesday, September 6

By the Office of U.S. Senator Roger Marshall Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Roger Marshall, M.D. and Jerry Moran (R-KS) wrote a letter to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) urging the commission to adjust their electricity transmission costs that are disproportionately hurting Kansas consumers. Currently, Kansans... Read More.

Maxwell Lake Drowning Victim Identified

Wednesday, September 6

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson County Sheriff Department has identified that the man that was discovered at Maxwell State Lake on Saturday, Sep. 2 is that of 61-year-old Randy B. Gepner of McPherson. In a release sent out today, Captain Jordan Baxter from the McPherson... Read More.

Commissioners Proclaim September as National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

Tuesday, September 5

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — A bid from Dacus Towing and Recovery to remove an RV parked along Maxwell Street behind a home on Arcadian Court was approved by McPherson City Commissioners Tuesday. The tag on the RV in question expired in 2014, and... Read More.

McPherson’s Shining Star : Loren McMurray Shines Again with Recent Album Release

Monday, September 4

By Brenna Eller Loren Dallas McMurray, of McPherson, Kan., rose to fame in the early 1920s, but died suddenly at the age of 25 before he got to witness just how much his music impacted the jazz industry, and especially saxophone musicians.Owners and producers of... Read More.

Irena Sendler – WW II Hero – Performance in Lindsborg

Monday, September 4

By Irene Nielsen, Historical Echoes LINDSBORG, Kan. --- The public is invited for a first-person performance of Irena Sender and Afternoon Tea at the J O Sundstrom Center in Lindsborg on September 17, at 2:30 pm. Irena’s discovery from the annals of WW II heroes was... Read More.

United Way of McPherson County Campaign Kicks Off

Monday, September 4

McPHERSON, Kan. — United Way of McPherson County hosted the Chamber Connection on Aug. 31 to share information about their campaign fundraiser, launched on Sept. 1.The United Way is a nonprofit organization geared towards improving the lives of individuals and communities of McPherson County.... Read More.

Body Found at Maxwell State Lake, Under Investigation

Saturday, September 2

By Ad Astra News McPHERSON, Kan. --- A body of an adult white male was found this morning at McPherson State Fishing Lake near Maxwell Game Preserve north of Canton. It's believed this is a drowning, but details are not immediately available. McPherson County Sheriff's... Read More.

Military Discount and Everything Tickets

Saturday, September 2

By The Kansas State Fair HUTCHINSON, Kan. --- Military Tickets are available at the Ticket Office, or can be purchased at each gate when arriving at the Fair. Price is $4 and is valid for each family member. You will need to show military ID or... Read More.