Kettle Queens tour
The Moundridge Kettle Queens FCE unit travelled to Maxwell Game Preserve on June 10. Once there they boarded the tram to go out to watch the bison herd.
Tammy Johnson
Dacus Auto Body wins Mega Match Award
Dacus Auto Body has been named the winner of the 2024 Mega Match Award by United Way of McPherson County. This award goes to the company with the highest percentage of employee donations matched during the annual United Way fundraising campaign.
Kettle Queens teach about feeding the brain
On June 11 the Moundridge Kettle Queens FCE unit went to the Pine Village Wellness Center in Moundridge to play games with the residents. This is part of the program that teaches people about the need for nourishing our brains by eating healthy.
City readies for July festivities as officials applaud storm cleanup
At Tuesday’s McPherson City Commission meeting, a spirit of celebration was paired with gratitude as officials upcoming holiday plans were announced and the commission recognized city staff for swift storm cleanup.
Chimney Sweep statue falls after storm, but will rise again
The icon that stood tall along Interstate 135 near McPherson for decades has fallen. The 30-foot-tall Chimney Sweep statue, nicknamed Mac, was brought down by strong winds during overnight storms on June 16.
Emergency funding secures meals for county seniors
Recent online discussions have raised concerns about the future of Meals on Wheels and Friendship Meals programs provided by Everfull in several Kansas counties, including McPherson County. The South Central Kansas Area Agency on Aging (SCKAAA) has officially canceled its contract with Everfull, ending the provider’s services in 10 counties as of June 30.
Lucero returns to McPherson with sixth novel
Lisa M. Lucero grew up in McPherson, and she never expected to become the author of six novels. Now, she is returning to her hometown to celebrate that journey by signing books at Twice Told Tales.
Four county players represented at KABC all-star game
WICHITA, Kansas – The Minnesota Twins’ double-A affiliate in Wichita, Kansas – the Wichita Wind Surge – played home to the Kansas Association of Baseball Coaches (KABC) senior all-star game last Wednesday as four McPherson County players competed in the contest. This year’s edition of the KABC all-star game was held at Equity Bank Park, which was previously known as Riverfront Stadium.
18U Pups outduel 17U Pups for Hooper Showcase title
The annual Hooper Showcase summer baseball tournament at Grant Sports Complex produced an all-McPherson final last weekend, as the 18U Bullpups took down the 17U Bullpups to claim an undefeated crown.
McPherson County shines bright in KBCA all-star game
SALINA, Kansas – One last chapter of high school basketball was added for three McPherson County players last Saturday, as McPherson’s Gabe Pyle, Moundridge’s Bear Moddelmog and Elyria Christian’s Ty Romero all competed in the KBCA all-star game at Kansas Wesleyan University. On Saturday, June 21, the top senior girls and boys basketball players in the state of Kansas gathered inside of Kansas Wesleyan University’s Mabee Arena to compete in the annual KBCA all-star game.