McPherson County Toy Run announced
The McPherson American Legion Post #24 has announced the 37th annual McPherson County Toy Run, for Saturday, November 30, 2024, weather permitting.
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Redskins fall short in rematch against Oilers
LITTLE RIVER, Kansas – On Friday night, Little River played home to another instant classic eight-man football game in the playoffs as the Redskins hosted Central Plains for a second time this season, but a late defensive stand by the Oilers sent Little River to a 38-32 defeat.Back on October 18, Little River and Central Plains met during the regular season in what turned out to be a preview of the class 8-Man Division I sectional playoff round.
Bulldogs complete historic season despite loss
A 41-17 loss to Southwestern on Saturday may not have been how the McPherson College football team envisioned their season coming to a close, but the Bulldogs still managed to turn in their best season since 2010 by finishing with an 8-3 record.It may have been hard to think that the 2024 Bulldogs would be synonymous with history after opening their season with a 20-10 loss to Tabor on the road, but McPherson proved doubters wrong by reeling off eight straight victories, with the latest coming in the form of a 34-27 road win over No.
Honoring McPherson’s Outstanding Educators
The McPherson Sentinel has been honored to introduce the public educators nominated for the Horizon and Kansas Teacher of the Year (KTOY) Awards.
Small Business Saturday proclaimed
The McPherson City Commission approved the Mayor’s Small Business Saturday Proclamation proclaiming November 30, 2024, as Small Business Saturday.
Remembering Wink: A beloved poodle’s legacy
Wink, a spirited 16-year-old miniature white poodle, left an indelible mark on the McPherson community with his endearing personality and the message of acceptance he championed.The journey with Wink began unexpectedly when Annette Karr, having lost her previous dog, was introduced to him by Dr.
CCCK Soccer Coach Arrested
Joshua Macharia, 46, was arrested on November 12 and booked into the McPherson County Jail on two charges of aggravated sexual battery by force or fear.
Bullpups fall to top-seeded Wamego in season finale
By Joel Muhsjmuhs@cherryroad.comMCPHERSON, Kansas – The last flicker of light for the 2024 fall sports season for McPherson High School burned out last Friday as the Bullpup football team fell 20-13 to Wamego on the road, but the result of the game does not define the success of McPherson’s season.McPherson entered the 2024 fall season with a roster that looked good on paper with 17 seniors listed on it, but a large handful of those seniors had never received consistent starting reps on the varsity roster – including quarterback Carter Allen.As the season wore on, however, the chemistry between McPherson’s inexperienced experience and talented sophomore class began to gel, which ultimately led to the Bullpups nearly upsetting No.
Peters inspires students
The McPherson Sentinel continues to honor USD 418 teachers nominated for the Horizon and Kansas Teacher of the Year Awards.
Area roundup: Little River takes out West Elk
The 2024 fall season of sporting events is all but over for all the McPherson County area small schools with the exception of Little River.With a few weeks to go before basketball and wrestling seasons, this week we take a look at the big win in the state playoffs by the Redskin football team while also taking a look back at the impressive season by the Lady Redskin volleyball team who won their third straight state title.LITTLE RIVER FOOTBALL - On Friday, the Little River football team took a road trip to Howard to battle the top-seed in 8-Man Division I, West Elk, where they battled through the rain and scored a 34-14 upset victory.With the win the Redskins move to 8-2 on the season and extend their season to the state quarter-finals as they play host to Central Plains on Friday.Central Plains will also bring an 8-2 mark into the game after they defeated Cottonwood Falls/Chase County, 58-52 on Friday.