November 18, 2019 - McPherson Buzz

Opera House to Show ‘Judy’

November 18, 2019November 18, 2019 Editor McPherson Opera House

The McPherson Opera House will be showing the movie “Judy” on Nov. 22 and Nov. 24. Written by Tom Edge and Peter Quilter, the show looks at iconic actress Judy Garland, three decades after her famous role as Dorothy in “The Wizard of Oz.” While living life after the yellow brick road, Garland is still selling out performances. She spends time with remembering her life and begins her relationship with Mickey Deans who would become her fifth husband. Directed by Rupert Goold, the film stars Finn Wittrock, Renée Zellweger and Rufus Sewell.

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Public Library Launches New Website

November 18, 2019November 18, 2019 Editor McPherson Public Library

The McPherson Public Library now has a completely new website, designed to give patrons easy access to and information about all of the library’s many services and resources.

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MHS Students named to SCKMEA Jazz Band

November 18, 2019November 18, 2019 Editor McPherson High school, USD 418

These McPherson High School students have been given places in the South Central Kansas Music Educators Association Jazz Band fro the 2019-20 season.

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District Court Case Load Week of Nov. 18

November 18, 2019November 18, 2019 Editor McPherson County Courthouse

District Court Case Load Week of Nov. 18

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City Commission Recap Nov. 18

November 18, 2019November 18, 2019 Editor City commission, McPherson City Commission

The McPherson City Commission met Monday morning for regular session and here is what you need to know:

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McPherson Middle School Boys and Girls Basketball Preview

November 18, 2019January 8, 2020 Editor

The McPherson Middle School Basketball season starts on Monday night. For a preview of the season, and to get an understanding of what the team’s goals are before the year begins. Coach T.J. Jackson and Coach Jay Crawford were kind of enough to send me their responses: QW: What is the outlook for the season? Teams you know will be competitive, how McPherson stacks up on paper. JACKSON: Before the season we always have the girls fill out team and personal goals. A lot has changed when it comes to the way our roster looks, but one thing hasn’t and that

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Public Meeting Nov. 19 to Discuss Northgate Drainage Project

November 18, 2019November 18, 2019 Editor City of McPherson

The city of McPherson will hold a public meeting at 6 p.m., Nov. 19 in the Commission Room at the Municipal Center, 400 E. Kansas Ave., to discuss the Northgate Drainage Project. The public is encouraged to give input and discuss the preliminary design of this project.

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Lady Bullpups Basketball Season Preview

November 18, 2019January 8, 2020 Editor

The McPherson Lady Bullpups Basketball team looks to increase the success they enjoyed last season, which ultimately ended in a loss to St. Thomas Aquinas in the 5A State Semifinals. The Bullpups have won their league 22 of the last 25 seasons, including the last 12 consecutive seasons. They have qualified for the state-tournament 24 out of the last 27 seasons. The team loses three starters from last season, Riley Hett (3-year starter), Hannah Hageman (2-year starter), and Maggie Leaf who started as a senior. Jaycee Burghart and Megan Eisenbarth were also rotation players who graduated. The team returns six

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Upcoming American Red Cross Donation Opportunities

November 18, 2019November 18, 2019 Editor American Red Cross

The American Red Cross urges eligible donors to be the lifeline for patients in need this holiday season by making an appointment to give blood. While helping to save lives is likely motivation enough, those who come out to give Nov. 19-Dec. 18 will also receive a $5 Amazon.com Gift Card via email, courtesy of Suburban Propane. Still need reasons to fit lifesaving blood donation into busy holiday schedules? Try these three: