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š± How the new Agriculture Committee wants McPherson County residents involved now
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In today's newsletter:
- How the new Agriculture Committee wants McPherson County residents involved now
- Why McPherson Middle School is dialing back student Chromebook use
- McPhersonās newest police officer just graduatedāhereās what that means locally
Also on today's calendar: Bluestem PACE 5K Race and 3 more events.
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Today's riddle: Why is it so hot after a ball game? š¤ (Answer below!)
- Wednesday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, with a high of 69 and low of 55 degrees.
- Thursday: Warm with decreasing clouds, temps: high: 76, low: 60.
- Friday: A heavy t-storm in the p.m., with a high of 73 and low of 37 degrees.
š° News we're reading
1. McPherson County Agriculture Committee Announces Reformation And Renewed Mission - Ad Astra Radio (adastraradio.com) ā McPherson County residents are being invited to help reshape the newly reformed McPherson County Agriculture Committee, which aims to strengthen the local farm economy through education, partnerships, and community involvement. The group wants producers, businesses, and curious residents alike to connect, learn, and support agricultureās role in daily life across the county. 
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2. Chromebook Remorse: Schools Hit the Brakes on Laptop-Heavy Learning (gadgetreview.com) ā McPherson Middle School has pulled personal Chromebooks from about 480 sixth- through eighth-graders, shifting to teacher-controlled use after major concerns about distraction and online behavior. The move reflects a broader Kansas and national push to limit classroom screen time, with educators reporting better engagement, fewer behavior issues, and renewed emphasis on hands-on, face-to-face learning. Ā Ā Ā
3. KU News: Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center graduates 353rd Basic Training Class (ruralmessenger.com) ā McPherson residents now have a newly certified local officer, Ian Bartlett of the McPherson Police Department, who just graduated from the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Centerās 353rd Basic Training Class. He joins 19 other recruits from across Kansas after 14 weeks of intensive instruction and is returning home to begin serving the community in full-time law enforcement. Ā Ā Ā
4. Mary Morrison, 93 (oakpark.com) ā McPherson readers are remembering Mary Morrison, who grew up here and graduated from McPherson College before a distinguished career in microbiology and university research. She later lived in several states, raised a family, pursued music, and traveled widely, leaving a legacy of curiosity, kindness, and dedication to science and community. Ā Ā Ā
5. McPherson College and Barton School of Business at WSU launch accelerated MBA pathway partnership (hutchpost.com) ā McPherson College students will soon be able to jumpāstart an MBA at Wichita State, earning up to nine graduate credits while still undergrads starting in Fall 2026. The new partnership is designed to cut time and cost to a business masterās degree while boosting career readiness for McPherson-based students. Ā Ā Ā
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Upcoming Events in
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ā Featured events ā
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McPherson Invite Day 3
McPherson High School, 801 E 1st St, McPherson
1:00 pm
Friday April 3
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Other local events
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Bluestem PACE 5K Race
Bluestem PACE , 113 S Ash St , McPherson
9:00 am -
Grateful Giving Celebration
McPherson Museum and Arts Foundation , 1111 E Kansas Ave , McPherson
5:30 pm -
Classic Stones Live
McPherson Opera House , 219 S Main St #4843 , McPherson
7:30 pm -
Smoky Valley Bluegrass Band
McPherson Opera House , 219 S Main St #4843 , McPherson
7:30 pm -
Awards Convocation
1608 E Euclid St , McPherson
5:00 pm
Saturday April 4
Tuesday April 7
Friday April 17
Saturday April 25
Wednesday April 29
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š Events Nearby
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HS Golf at Great Life Course - Hosted by Solomon
USD 419 Canton-Galva Canton, KS 67428
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HS BSB/SFB at Ell-Saline (A)
USD 419 Canton-Galva Canton, KS 67428
3:00 pm -
HS SB/BsB at Moundridge w/Sedgwick
Moundridge High School , Wildcat Drive , Moundridge
4:30 pm -
Circle S Gelbvieh - "Going to Grass" Sale
The Circle S Legacy Barn , 1656 28th Ave , Canton
1:00 pm -
Ag Tech Day
1923 Arrowhead Rd , Moundridge
3:00 pm -
HS SB at Sterling
Sterling High School , 308 E Washington Ave , Sterling
4:00 pm
Thursday April 2
Saturday April 4
Monday April 6
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š¬ Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- There is an emergency vehicle on I-135 S reported...
There is an emergency vehicle on I-135 S reported at 3:25 PM. "Emergency Response on scene" (Nextdoor ) - There is an emergency vehicle on I-135 N reported...
There is an emergency vehicle on I-135 N reported at 2:31 PM. "Tow Truck on Roadside" (Nextdoor )
- Pizza Hut, Inc. posted a job opening for Pizza Hut Customer Service in Mcpherson. Apply here.
- Love's Travel Stops & Country Stores, Inc. posted a job opening for Retail Cashier Part Time in Mcpherson. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near McPherson here.
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