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Posted on: April 18, 2011

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Posted on: December 19, 2017

McPherson Mural Collection

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Downtown McPherson is the site of a mural collection funded by the McPherson Convention & Visitors Bureau. Each mural depicts a historical feature unique to the community and can be viewed during a self-guided walking or driving tour. The first McPher...

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Posted on: June 18, 2018

Community Development Block Grant

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The City of McPherson is currently accepting applications for a housing rehabilitation project designed to benefit low- to moderate-income families. The project utilizes a $300,000 federal grant designated for specific home improvements. This is the secon...

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Posted on: February 15, 2019

Opera House Celebrates 130 Years

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The McPherson Opera House has been a monument in our community for 130 years. But did you know the current building is not the original? The first opera house dates back to original settlers and the town’s first bank. Farmers E.P. Williams and W...

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Posted on: February 1, 2019

MHS Presents Seussical the Musical

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McPherson High School presents the magical Seussical the Musical on February 14, 15 and 16 at the MHS auditorium. Advanced tickets are recommended and can be purchased at https://mcphersonhs.booktix.com.Perfect for the entire family, Seussical the Musical...

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Posted on: January 30, 2019

Basketball Fever Hits McPherson

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Each January basketball fever hits McPherson, Kansas, with a vengeance! McPherson High School has hosted an annual boys basketball tournament for more than 50 years and a girls basketball tournament for more than 20 years. Both events feature competitive ...

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Posted on: January 28, 2019

DRAINAGE QUESTIONNAIRE

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All McPherson citizens are invited to complete a drainage questionnaire as soon as possible.CLICK HERE TO ACCESS DRAINAGE QUESTIONNAIREThe City of McPherson has contracted with Alfred Benesch & Company to conduct a drainage study focusing on the Dry T...

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Posted on: February 1, 2019

City Holds Special Election

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The City of McPherson will hold a special election on Tuesday, March 12, to decide Sunday Liquor Sales. The vote was prompted by a successful petition, organized by McPherson business owner Rhonda Pliler-Boydston and her daughter Amy Russell, to place the...

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Posted on: February 13, 2019

Weather Program Offers Insight

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Meteorologists from the National Weather Service office in Wichita will partner with McPherson County Emergency Management and 911 Communications to prepare storm spotters and weather enthusiasts for the upcoming storm season. An in-depth presentation wil...

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Posted on: February 12, 2019

Ash Street Closes for Community Building Updates

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The 100 block of north Ash Street will be closed on Thursday, February 14, to allow for renovation work at the Community Building. A crane will be set up to assist with installation of an air conditioning unit on the building’s rooftop. Motorist...

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Posted on: February 7, 2019

Cemetery Requests Decoration Removal

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The McPherson City Cemetery requests the removal of all Christmas wreaths, vases, containers and other holiday items placed on graves before Friday, March 15. Cemetery staff members will also collect and dispose of any faded or broken decorations placed i...

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Posted on: January 29, 2019

City Sponsors Tree Pruning Workshop

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A tree pruning workshop will be held on February 19, 7 p.m., at the McPherson County Extension Office, 600 W. Woodside. The presentation will focus on line clearance tree pruning in McPherson. Suggested attendees include city homeowners and landowners, tr...

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Posted on: January 22, 2019

City Offers Thin Ice Reminder

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With the return of cold weather, the City of McPherson warns community members to staff off waterways, lakes and ponds. Cold temperatures do not guarantee ice on lakes and ponds is safe. While ice may appear to be solid, it may not be safe on which to ska...

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