McPherson County Student Art Exhibit & Scholarship Show coming
The McPherson County Student Art Exhibition and Scholarship Competition will be held April 20 – 23 at the McPherson Museum & Arts Foundation, 1111 E. Kansas Ave.
April 2023
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Artist-in-Residence Brian Hinkle
This April 9th-16th, Wichita artist Brian Hinkle will be Artist-in-Residence at Red Barn Studio Museum. Hinkle shared that his experience during the residency is always influenced by the colorful and extraordinary studio environment created by Lester Raymer, as well as the changing weather. He plans to paint in response to those influences and draw inspiration from multiple sources. Although he usually paints in oils, Brian intends to paint in various media and draw and, he jokes, perhaps even play the mandolin during his residency.
Presentation Explores Researching Your Home
The Rice County Historical Society in Lyons will host “Researching Your Home and the People Who Lived There,” a presentation and discussion by Diana Staresinic-Deane on Sunday, April 16, 2023, at 1:30 p.m. at the Coronado Quivira Museum, 105 West Lyon.
New 2023-2024 Kansas transportation maps available
Whether following the Monarch Butterfly Highway or selecting a unique route to travel, grab a new 2023-2024 Kansas Official State Transportation Map and get ready to explore all sorts of places and attractions across the state.
New Principal at Roosevelt Elementary School: Cara Schrag
McPherson Public Schools is proud to announce that Ms. Cara Schrag will serve as the Principal at Roosevelt Elementary School for the 2023/24 school year.
Amanda Faber selected for magistrate judge position in McPherson County
The 9th Judicial District Nominating Commission has selected Amanda Faber to fill a magistrate judge vacancy in McPherson County. Faber’s new position will be effective on her swearing-in.
Moundridge Blood Drive scheduled
The Moundridge Community Blood Drive is scheduled for Friday, April 28th from 12:00 noon until 6:00 PM at the Pine Village Wellness Center, 86 22nd Ave, Moundridge. For an appointment call 1-800-733-2767 or visit www.redcrossblood.org and “Moundridge” for the sponsor code.
No matter the substance, impaired driving is illegal
Marijuana laws are changing constantly across the country. One thing that hasn’t changed is the legalities behind impaired driving.
McPherson College hosts most unique car show in the Midwest
One-of-a-kind classic automobiles will be on display during the 23rd Annual C.A.R.S. Club Motoring Festival at McPherson College on Saturday, May 6, 2023, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. A few of the cars expected on the field this year include the 1951 GM LeSabre concept car, the 1969 Chevrolet Astro III concept, and a 2024 Chevrolet all-electric Blazer EV SS, all from the General Motors collection, as well as a 1955 Ghia Gilda.
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Building Connections: Prevention Demands Equality is the focus of Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) in 2023. The April campaign implores all people to modify our own behavior as well as the structures that surround us to promote racial justice and respect.