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# McPherson Brief
- URL: https://www.citizenjournal.us/mcpherson-brief-54/
- Published: 2025-09-17T14:03:30.000Z
- Updated: 2026-07-04T02:33:45.000Z
- Description: September 17 2025
- Author: Molli Fawl
- Tags: mcj, email

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## McPherson news (click me!)

[McPherson local news summaryWeek of September 16 2025![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1901.ico)citizen journalGreg Loving![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/IMG_3966-2.jpeg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/mcpherson-local-news-summary-4/)

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## McPherson sports

[McPherson Volleyball Teams Sweep DoubleheaderVarsity rallies past Circle while JV dominates both opponents in triangular action![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1911.ico)citizen journalTreg Fawl![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/istockphoto-171247618-612x612-2.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/mcpherson-volleyball-teams-sweep-doubleheader/)

[McPherson Varsity Tennis Dominates Tournament FieldBullpups sweep team title with near-perfect individual performances across all divisions![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1906.ico)citizen journalTreg Fawl![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/IMG_2411.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/mcpherson-varsity-tennis-dominates-tournament-field/)

[McPherson JV Tennis Claims Team Title in Second Tournament in Two DaysBullpups edge Junction City by two points behind strong individual performances![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1912.ico)citizen journalTreg Fawl![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/IMG_6989.jpeg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/mcpherson-jv-tennis-claims-team-title-in-second-tournament-in-two-days/)

[McPherson JV Tennis Dominates Tournament with Perfect SweepYoung Bullpups capture team title as all four divisions claim individual championships![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1904.ico)citizen journalTreg Fawl![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/52093089-885A-426F-819C-12C8020B06C1.JPG)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/mcpherson-jv-tennis-dominates-tournament-with-perfect-sweep/)

[McPherson Soccer Dominates in 8-0 Home VictoryMorales and Valadez combine for seven goals as Bullpups cruise to mercy-rule win![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1910.ico)citizen journalTreg Fawl![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/Image-1-3.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/mcpherson-soccer-dominates-in-8-0-home-victory/)

[McPherson Soccer Teams Fall in Close ContestsVarsity battles Classical in thrilling 4-3 loss while JV squad struggles offensively![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1905.ico)citizen journalTreg Fawl![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/Image-1-2.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/mcpherson-soccer-teams-fall-in-close-contests/)

[Lady Bullpups Tie for Second at Wellington InvitationalBuschbom claims first career victory as McPherson shoots 354![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1907.ico)citizen journalTreg Fawl![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/image0--15-.jpeg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/lady-bullpups-tie-for-second-at-wellington-invitational/)

[McPherson JV Golf Places Second at Andover Central TournamentProse ties for individual title as young Bullpups compete strong on back-nine layout![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1909.ico)citizen journalTreg Fawl![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/image1--5-.jpeg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/mcpherson-jv-golf-places-second-at-andover-central-tournament/)

[McPherson JV Defeats Circle 26-14 in Hard-Fought VictoryYoung Bullpups overcome second-half rally with strong rushing attack and timely passing![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1908.ico)citizen journalTreg Fawl![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/Football-3.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/mcpherson-jv-defeats-circle-26-14-in-hard-fought-victory/)

[MMS Tennis Gains Valuable Experience Against Wichita CollegiateMiddle schoolers face tough competition in non-league matchup![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1918.ico)citizen journalTreg Fawl![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/chon-vot-va-bong-tennis-3-2.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/mms-tennis-gains-valuable-experience-against-wichita-collegiate/)

[McPherson Middle School Tennis Team Sweep Medals at Maize South TournamentAll Bullpups finish in top three of respective divisions despite tough competition from Andover![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1913.ico)citizen journalTreg Fawl![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/chon-vot-va-bong-tennis-3.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/mcpherson-middle-school-tennis-team-sweep-medals-at-maize-south-tournament/)

[McPherson 7th Grade Volleyball Teams Split with Rose HillA Team suffers first loss of season while B Team continues growth with victory![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1903.ico)citizen journalTreg Fawl![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/istockphoto-171247618-612x612.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/mcpherson-7th-grade-volleyball-teams-split-with-rose-hill/)

[McPherson 8th Grade Volleyball Teams Sweep Rose HillA Team remains undefeated while B Team continues strong season with dominant victories![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1902.ico)citizen journalTreg Fawl![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/istockphoto-171247618-612x612-1.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/mcpherson-8th-grade-volleyball-teams-sweep-rose-hill/)

[High School Sports NetworkHelp citizen journal build a kansas high school sports scores network![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1629.ico)citizen journalGreg Loving![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/ks-mascots-1.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/high-school-sports-network/)

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## Other

[McPherson County Jail LogsSeptember 15th-16th![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1916.ico)citizen journalMolli Fawl![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/DALL--E-2025-02-09-16.37.38---A-jail-inmate-wearing-an-orange-jumpsuit-standing-behind-metal-bars-in-a-prison-cell.-The-inmate-has-a-serious-expression--gripping-the-bars-with-both-39.webp)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/mcpherson-county-jail-logs-40/)

[McPherson ObituariesSeptember 15th - September 16th![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1915.ico)citizen journalMolli Fawl![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/DALL-E-2024-11-27-16.14.18---A-single-lit-memorial-candle-in-a-serene-and-reflective-setting.-The-candle-is-tall--white--and-placed-on-a-simple--elegant-holder.-The-background-is-102.jpeg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/mcpherson-obituaries-58/)

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## House 2 Home

[September 12, 2025 McPherson House 2 HomePrices and information as of 9/12/25![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1805.ico)citizen journalMax Vidavsky![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/Image-216-1-1-1.jpeg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/september-12-2025-mcpherson-house-2-home/)

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## Fitness

[Getting Stronger, One Squat at a TimeThis simple bodyweight movement is accessible to everyone.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1804.ico)citizen journalGreg Loving![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/IMG_3953-4.jpeg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/getting-stronger-one-squat-at-a-time/)

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## County news 

[Lindsborg local news summaryWeek of September 16 2025![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1900.ico)citizen journalGreg Loving![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/Image-6.jpeg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/lindsborg-local-news-summary-3/)

[Lindsborg Named Kansas’ Most Charming Small Town by HGTVLINDSBORG, Kan. — Home improvement network HGTV has named Lindsborg as Kansas’ most charming small town, recognizing the community known as “Little Sweden U.S.A.” for its unique cultural heritage and downtown attractions. The television network included Lindsborg in its annual ranking of America’s 50 most appealing communities, selecting one![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1899.ico)citizen journalTeri Hansen![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/1080.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/lindsborg-named-kansas-most-charming-small-town-by-hgtv/)

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## Opinion

[Kernels and connectionsOriginally a native of New Mexico, Kim has a unique career background as a teacher and a television news professional for PBS and NBC affiliates. She moved to Kansas to marry her husband, Adam, in 2010\. With their children, Banks and Isannah, the family raises wheat, corn, soybeans, grain sorghum![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1896.ico)citizen journalTeri Hansen![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/Kim-Baldwin-7.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/kernels-and-connections/)

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