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        • Kubb tournament takes center stage at festival 9:35 am
          Swedish folk dancing, a wishing tree, giant chess and an outdoor Viking lawn game were some of the many activities Saturday at the Midsummer’s Festival in Lindsborg.
          TC Andrewson takes a turn at throwing a wooden block during the 2nd Annual Lindsborg Kubb tournament Saturday in Lindsborg. The winning Kubb team took home a hand-painted Hemslojd Lindsborg Midsummer Kubb King trophy.
        • USD 418 hosts summit on Kansas state assessments 9:33 am
          McPherson USD 418 hosted a gathering Friday to discuss state assessments with Kansas educators.
        • New prosecutor approved 9:32 am
          McPherson’s interim city prosecutor was approved to take a permanent seat this week.
        • Dog park funds, upkeep discussed 9:30 am
          A misunderstanding between city commissioners and the McPherson Dog Park Association prompted a study session late Monday morning.
        • Extended exemption sought on weapons 9:27 am
          The Kansas Legislature passed and Governor Sam Brownback recently signed a law that authorizes the carrying of concealed weapons in state and municipal buildings.
        • Students, staff enter 2,100-Mile ‘Great Race’ Jun. 17, 2013
          It’s not about how fast you go. It’s about how you run the race.
        • ASD film covers 100 years of celebrating education Jun. 17, 2013
          Two individuals have managed to cover 100 years of McPherson tradition within about 15 minutes of video.
        • Water main leak repaired on Kansas Avenue Jun. 17, 2013
          A leak broke out in the water main underneath Kansas Avenue earlier this week.
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        • Fire at a daycare Jun. 17, 2013
          The McPherson Fire Department and Emergency Medical Service personnel responded to a fire around noon Friday at Kids Come First, a daycare at 900 E. First St.
          The McPherson Fire Department responded to a fire at Kids Come First around noon Friday. Staff members first noticed flames and smoke in the kitchen, but the source is still under investigation.
        • Fire causes evacuation of child care center Jun. 14, 2013
          The Kids Come First child care center, 900 E. First St., was evacuated at about 11:45 a.m. today after a fire broke out at the center.The children and staff were evacuated to a nearby air-conditioned office of a storage facility.No one was hurt in the fire.
        • Bicyclists voice concerns regarding road safety Jun. 14, 2013
          McPherson resident Vangie Bender has been riding bicycles for 40 years.
          Signs suggest motor vehicle drivers to “share the road” with bicyclists stand in McPherson County. Avid cyclist Ronn Peters helped put them up and hopes riders are given adequate room when they are on roads.
        • Young students learn the skill of metalsmithing Jun. 14, 2013
          Beginning artists may become frustrated while learning new skills because of the time it takes to complete their first projects.
          Maisie Edmonson, left, and Dylan Shepard create leaves out of metal strips. The students in this McPherson Arts Alliance class, called Rings and Things made rings and bracelets.
        • Mac competitor rises to first place Jun. 14, 2013
          From June 7 to June 9, competitors from more than 21 states traveled to Kansas City to compete in the Scottish Highland Games.
          Andy Stout prepares to throw a weight as part of the Kansas City Scottish Highland Games. Stout, a McPherson native, won first place overall this year in the men
        • Commission approves site for Mac Dog park Jun. 14, 2013
          A proposed dog park is one step closer to its goal.
        • Memorial replica escorted through county Jun. 13, 2013
          Inside a decorated trailer were of thousands of names etched in stone.
          Using motorcycles and classic cars, hundreds of area veterans and other residents escorted a replica of the Vietnam War Memorial Wall from Inman to Hutchinson Wednesday evening.
        • ASD film to premiere Friday Jun. 13, 2013
          All School’s Day is the longest running celebration of education in Kansas’ history.
        • Annual Midsummer's Festival Jun. 13, 2013
          Four Event Highlights1. A 5K/2-mile walk will begin at 7 a.m. in front of the McPherson County Old Mill Museum, 120 Mill St. Cost is $20 which includes a T-shirt.2. The second annual Kubb...
        • Mac woman charged for relations with foster teen Jun. 13, 2013
          A 44-year-old McPherson woman is being charged with four counts of unlawful sexual relations with a 17-year-old in her foster care.
        • Professor writes sheet metal fabrication guide Jun. 12, 2013
          There was the love of fine art metal sculpture. Then there was the love of beautiful cars.
          Ed Barr, assistant professor of technology at McPherson College, demonstrates a sheet metal shaping technique at the C.A.R.S. Club Car Show in May. Barr recently published a detailed guide to professional sheet metal fabrication through Motorbooks
        • Hoarding workshop aims for support, understanding Jun. 12, 2013
          McPherson County agencies and residents are invited to attend a session next week regarding hoarding.
        • County enters federal aid program Jun. 12, 2013
          McPherson County commissioners signed an annual agreement with the Kansas Department of Transportation during a county commission meeting on Tuesday, entering the county into a federal aid program.
        • Commissioners discuss cemetery repair Jun. 12, 2013
          The Crestwood Cemetery has fallen into a state of disrepair.
        • Locals fight against cancer at Relay for Life Jun. 11, 2013
          Thousands of luminarias surrounded the lake at Wall Park this weekend, each honoring a loved one who either fights cancer or was lost to cancer.
          A cancer survivor and caregiver walk hand-in-hand during the first lap of McPherson’s Relay For Life. The relay is an all-night fundraising event to raise awareness and support to cancer research.
        • Local scout executive responds to membership change Jun. 11, 2013
          By Jan. 1, no young scout will be denied members to the Boy Scouts of America based on their sexual orientation.
        • USD 418 to apply to become an innovative district Jun. 11, 2013
          The McPherson USD 418 Board of Education unanimously voted Monday to pursue becoming an innovative school.
        • City approves lease for MRC Grant Complex Jun. 11, 2013
          City commissioners signed a 20-year lease agreement with the McPherson Recreation Commission Monday for an almost $1 million project, which will include two new T-ball fields.
        • Collector reflects on 100 years of license plates Jun. 10, 2013
          Automobiles have come a long way since they first rattled the roads of Kansas.
          Kansas will celebrate 100 years of license plates on July 1. McPherson resident Harris Terry collects plates and is seen here holding one from the first year in 1913.
        • MCDS client wins art award in Wichita show Jun. 10, 2013
          Local teen artist, Ryan Jennings, earned the title “Best of the Best” for his entry of a painted ceramic sculpture in The Arc of Sedgwick County Art Show in Wichita.
          Clockwise, from left: Agnes Jennings, Hillary Zwetzig, Nyal Jennings, Ryan Jennings and Dawn Jennings pose with his winning sculpture and Arc Art Show awards.
        • Students learn to compose superior photography Jun. 10, 2013
          There is a difference between a snapshot and a photograph.
          Professional photographer Jim Griggs instructs his McPherson Arts Alliance class how to place a subject so they receive the best lighting. The three-day class was for fifth- through ninth-graders.
        • Entrances being changed from Main Street to health club Jun. 10, 2013
          Genesis Health Club is working on building a new center at 601 N. Main St. in McPherson, the former site of Kyle's Discount Stuff.
          Construction workers finish work on gutters along Main Street. The former Kyle
        • 68-year-old pedals across nation for relative Jun. 7, 2013
          Jeanne Powers of Haslett, Mich., rode her bicycle through McPherson this weekend as part of a 3,415-mile journey across the nation to raise money for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.
          Jeanne Powers is riding across the country to raise money for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. She pedaled through McPherson Sunday.
        • Grants support 100 promising ideas Jun. 7, 2013
          As it finishes up its third year, McPherson College’s Horizon Fund will mark a significant milestone: helping students explore more than 100 of their unique ideas.
        • Mock rescue part of farm safety camp Jun. 7, 2013
          While hearing the pounding hum of helicopter blades and feeling strong winds from its flight, local students watched as a live patient was transported in the sky.
          McPherson emergency personnel wheel a patient to a Newton medical helicopter as part of a rescue demonstration during Farm Safety Day Camp Thursday.
        • Former children's therapy dog wins Pet of the Year award Jun. 7, 2013
          For his 12 years, Donner served as a therapy dog for the Smoky Valley school district until he died of cancer Jan. 23, 2013.
          Donner, a golden retriever, won a Professional Pet of the Year award from the Kansas Veterinary Medical Association. Donner served as a therapy dog for the Smoky Valley school district since 2001, and passed away due to cancer on Jan. 23, 2013.
        • To do this weekend: Little Red Riding Hood Jun. 6, 2013
          Three Event Highlights1. The Wichita Children's Theatre will present the show as part of its  "Once Upon a Time" series, which is geared toward 2- to 10-year-olds. At several points, the actors will encourage audience interaction.
        • Water wets McPherson gardens in time for tours Jun. 6, 2013
          Plenty of rain in the last few weeks after two years of hard drought has brought green and color to gardens in the McPherson community.
          Kelli Dossett is reflected in a mirror in her garden. Kelli and her husband, Mike, like to use found objects in their garden, including the bottles in the fence an the plant stand to the left, which used to be a lamp.
        • Humane Society fundraiser brings in Blues singer Jun. 6, 2013
          The McPherson County Humane Society is entirely operated by donations and volunteer support.
        • Learning site will have to be moved due to construction Jun. 6, 2013
          The garden at Washington Elementary School in McPherson was recently recognized as an outstanding Outdoor Wildlife Learning Site, also known as OWLS.
          Master gardeners pose at the Washington Elementary School OWLS site. Pictured from left are front row: Patti Robinson, Virginia Martin, Roberta Herrs and Manela Stephenson. From left back row: James Stevens, Edee Boyer, Robbin Kratzer, Jim Boyer and DeWayne Herrs
        • Local men hike across Grand Canyon Jun. 5, 2013
          Four former McPherson men recently crossed an item off their bucket list that few people attempt to accomplish.
          Four former McPherson men (three seen here) took a 24-mile, 16.5-hour hike from the North Rim to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon May 22. Shaw will give a presentation to the Optimist Club at 7 a.m. June 18.
        • Mac sheriff discusses dropping K-9 unit Jun. 5, 2013
          McPherson’s Sheriff’s Department may not renew its K-9 unit.
        • County signs bond agreement with trail group Jun. 5, 2013
          More funds are being made available for upkeep on the Meadowlark Trail.
        • Omega Project seeks support to expand program Jun. 5, 2013
          The Omega Project is seeking to solidify its volunteer and financial base as the nonprofit program continues to grow.
        • Anonymous donor facilitates new technology Jun. 4, 2013
          McPherson Hospital announces the recent addition of a permanent, state-of-the-art digital mammography machine. Thanks to a donation from an anonymous donor, patients are now being screened using this advanced technology.
          McPherson Hospital announces the recent addition of a permanent, state-of-the-art digital mammography machine. Because the imaging is computer based, the digital technology with high resolution monitors allows radiologists to zoom in on specific areas of concern, allowing them to detect small abnormalities.
        • Library seeks to upgrade computer technology Jun. 4, 2013
          A change in computer technology at the library could save the city more than $100,000 in the first year and make the system more reliable.
        • New McPherson code enforcement officer appointed Jun. 4, 2013
          Vince Rocco, McPherson’s current code enforcement officer, will be retiring by the end of the summer.
        • Defendant in death sentenced to probation Jun. 4, 2013
          A defendant in the death of a Tabor College football player was sentenced to probation Monday in McPherson County District Court.
          Dequinte Flournoy, right, sits in a McPherson County courtroom Monday alongside attorney Kevin Loeffler during his sentencing in the 2012 death of Tabor student Brandon Brown.
        • Weather, June 4, 2013 Jun. 4, 2013
          The following forecast is taken from The National Weather Service.
        • Music, tricks kick off summer reading program Jun. 3, 2013
          Children infant through fifth-grade were able to be part of the show during a kick-off to the McPherson Public Library’s Dig Into Reading program.
          Richard Holmgren, left, helps balance a spinning basketball onto Alex’s finger, right. Holmgren, from Salina, held his Flying Debris Show for kids as part of the opening kick-off for the McPherson Library’s Summer Reading Program.
        • Officers escort Special Olympics torch Jun. 3, 2013
          The Flame of Hope was carried through McPherson’s Main Street early Friday morning on its way to Wichita State University.
          Local officers run alongside athletes as the Special Olympics’ Flame of Hope is carried Friday through McPherson’s Main Street toward Wichita.
        • Main Street to undergo construction Jun. 3, 2013
          A mill and overlay project will begin on Wednesday on Main Street.
          Main Street, seen here, will undergo construction starting Wednesday from Kansas Avenue to First Street. A mill and overlay project will add new asphalt to that section of Main Street.
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