CANTON, Kansas – After the finish of fifth weekend rodeo event for the 2025 rodeo season, the Central Kansas Youth Rodeo Association released the listing of the All-Around standings as well as the standings per event where McPherson County was well represented. In the overall standings after the five weekend rodeo events, Wesley Prieb of Moundridge took top spot in the 5-8 boys division, scoring 408.00 points total.
The start of a new school year brings a familiar mix of excitement, nerves, and early morning routines. As students return to classrooms across town, families prepare for the daily rhythm of drop-offs, pickups, and after-school activities.
This weekend, McPherson residents will gather for an evening of music, generosity, and heartfelt support at the Jethro Schra Benefit Show. The event honors 10-year-old Jethro Schra, who has faced a deeply challenging couple of years.
The McPherson Chamber of Commerce recently celebrated the grand opening of Elliott Law LLC with a ribbon cutting at the firm’s new office, located at 803 N. Main Street.
A powerful story of loss, redemption, and faith is now available to readers through Barb Zimmerman’s heartfelt tribute to her late uncle. Her newly released book, My Story, The Life of Donald Bland, captures the emotional journey of a man shaped by abandonment and ultimately redeemed by grace.
Lakeside Park will come alive with music, fun, and community spirit as the United Way of McPherson County hosts its annual Party in the Park. The event marks the official kick-off of the organization’s 2025 campaign, which aims to raise $300,000 to support vital services across the county.
During the August 11 regular Inman City Council meeting, Kerry Richardson requested permission to install a pop machine at Lambert Park. The council declined the proposal, citing location concerns, and suggested alternative sites elsewhere in the city.
A fatal accident involving a motorcycle and an SUV occurred Sunday morning, August 17, at approximately 10:18 a.m. at the intersection of 22nd Avenue and Comanche Road, just outside Galva.
The McPherson Chamber of Commerce and McPherson Main Street are teaming up with McPherson College and Central Christian College to welcome new students to town with a series of events designed to build community connections and introduce students to local businesses. College Connections, will take place downtown on Saturday, August 23, from 10 a.m.
McPherson Center for Health has been awarded a 5-star rating by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), placing it among the top-performing hospitals in the nation for quality of care and the only facility within a 60-mile radius to hold this national recognition. This recognition reflects excellence across five key areas of performance: mortality, safety, readmission, patient experience, and timely and effective care, all of which are evaluated through rigorous national standards.