The McPherson Sentinel

08/01/2024

2024 USD 418 SCHOOL SUPPLY PICK UP
Kindergarten - 5th Grade | School Supply Train
Is your child enrolled in an elementary school in the USD 418 district? Are they also enrolled in the free/reduced meal plan? If so, they can receive FREE school supplies through the McPherson School Supply Train!

Distribution will be held at McPherson High School, 801 E. First St., in the Activity Center/Commons (the large open area before you enter the Round House). Stop by on Thursday, August 1st, from 10 am to 7 pm with your kids for a shopping experience and to collect your child's FREE supplies.

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6th - 8th Grade | MMS Supply Closet
If your child is a student at the McPherson Middle School and enrolled in the free/reduced meal plan? If so, they can receive FREE school supplies through the MMS Supply Closet.

Schedule a time to pick up supplies through your child's school counselor between now and the beginning of school. Call the MMS office at (620) 241-9450 or email them directly.

The student's last name begins with A-G.
Contact Alison Replogle
[email protected]

The student's last name begins with H-O.
Janet Barlow
[email protected]

The student's last name begins with P-Z.
Kim Krase
[email protected]

THANK YOU to everyone who has donated over the years! This is only possible with your generous donations.

08/01/2024

The McPherson Sentinel and Heart to Heart Child Advocacy Center are teaming up for a snack drive to benefit the children Heart to Heart serves.
We are looking for collection locations other than our office, Dillons, and Walmart.
If you own a business or have an office open to the public and would be willing to be a drop-off location, please contact The McPherson Sentinel via the page or by calling 620-504-9885.

07/30/2024

****This incident has been shared over and over and even made national news. We would like to say we specifically highlighted Officer Wagner for his outstanding work, which he very well deserved. However, we also don’t want to diminish the outstanding work done by many others, including numerous members of Moundridge EMS and the Moundridge Fire Department. The combined effort from all responding agencies made this incident run smoothly and ultimately successful. We are very thankful for the tight knit first responder community in Moundridge and our relationships with eachother help make calls like this successful. Thank you all for your support. ****

Press Release from 7/28/24. Please see attached.

07/28/2024

UP FOR ADOPTION

Meet Tulsa, the two-year-old male Alaskan Klee Kai. Tulsa is a sweet and playful companion who adores affection and has a penchant for silliness. He thrives on walks and relishes the presence of children. His playful antics include zoomies and games of tag. While he may be a bit reserved, Tulsa would flourish with a patient and understanding owner. He would do well with other dogs in the home, but we do not know if he does well with cats. If there is another dog in the home a meet-and-greet is required.

Tulsa is current on his Rabies, Distemper, Parvo, and Bordetella vaccinations. He has also been microchipped, and treated for fleas and ticks. He is currently at the McPherson Animal Shelter. If you are interested in adopting you may go to www.mcpcity.com/148/Animal-Shelter to submit an application to adopt. You may contact us at (620) 245-2583.

07/28/2024

This meeting is open to the public.

07/17/2024

🌟Best of McPherson County 2024🌟 is officially kicked off… the nomination round is under way! 🏆

Nominate your favorite people, businesses and organizations in over 70 categories. Click the link below to make your nominations. 🗳 Let’s celebrate what makes McPherson County so special!



https://bestof.cherryroad.com/event/a3fc9e5d16740fbc

07/15/2024

07/12/2024

Join McPherson Main Street for Shop the Night Away, Friday, July 12 from 4-8 p.m. A very special thank you to our participating businesses and our sponsors: People’s Bank, Emprise Bank, Citizens Bank, and Rinse and Roll! Check out the comments for a link to our participating retailers.

07/12/2024

Announcing auditions for our fall play!
Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/508094DA9A62CA7FB6-50311332-auditions

Summary:

Leon Tolchinsky is ecstatic. He’s landed a terrific teaching job in an idyllic Russian hamlet. When he arrives, he finds people sweeping dust from the stoops back into their houses and people milking upside down to get more cream. The town has been cursed with Chronic Stupidity for two hundred years, and Leon’s job is to break the curse.

Directed by Cindy Cordell, this play will have you rolling with laughter! Auditions are for people ages 18 and up

07/12/2024

Chris had a great meeting today with Lori Shultz the State Representative from District #73.

07/12/2024

07/12/2024

07/09/2024

Road closure:
Centennial Dr. will be closed at the railroad crossing July 9th and 10th, so the Union Pacific Railroad can upgrade the signals.
Each Union Pacific crossing signal in McPherson will be upgraded. All crossings except Centennial will be controlled by flaggers. This work will be a 24-hour operation.

The detour will be Kansas Avenue east to Maxwell, north on Maxwell to First Street east on First back to Centennial.

07/09/2024

Ofc. Mason Little and Lt. David Reed stopped to chat and buy some cookies and a cool drink from these girls today. Ofc. Little even got a bracelet to wear.
Thank you officers and McPherson KS Police Department for encouraging McPherson youth.

07/03/2024

Cat House McPherson needs help for an injured kitten and foster homes to help with overcrowding.

Cat House McPherson takes in cats and kittens from strays to those whose owners can no longer keep them.

07/03/2024

This year's McPherson Housing Conference will have some great speakers and among them is, Tayla Naden.

Tayla, a dedicated mental health advocate, finds her roots in the heart of Kansas. Currently pursuing a psychology degree at Fort Hays State University, Tayla integrates her academic pursuits with her personal journey through mental health challenges. This blend of knowledge and experience fuels her deep understanding of mental health issues. Her commitment to raising mental health awareness and fostering community engagement is the driving force behind her work. Tayla's advocacy is rooted in her own path to recovery and resilience.

Through her role at NAMI Kansas, Tayla extends her efforts to central counties. With a genuine commitment to making a positive impact in her community, she collaborates with local individuals and organizations to build connections and provide support for those facing similar challenges. Tayla's dedication to creating a more inclusive and compassionate society is a reflection of her profound connection to Kansas, where the prairie remains an enduring source of inspiration for positive change.

07/03/2024

Keep an eye out for these dedicated girls!

Three McPherson tween girls are taking the opportunity to learn about running a business and saving to buy things they want this summer.

06/13/2024