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Lindsborg, right in the center of town. PHOTO: JIM PATRICO
First things first--pronounce it correctly. It's mac-FUR-son,
and any resident will tell you: "There's no FEAR in
McPherson." But there's plenty to be proud of here. Main
Street in the county seat offers quite a set piece: the
McPherson Opera House. Built in
1888, the 900-seat, acoustically perfect auditorium is
currently under renovation and gearing up to be a
showplace for the arts. McPherson's Main Street thrives
with niche businesses.
Lindsborg, or "Little
Sweden," offers
heartland hospitality with
a Scandinavian flavor.
The county also has a
renowned arts
community and puts on
an annual Messiah
Festival at Easter that
features an acclaimed
performance of the G.F. Handel classic. Agriculture
continues to be a priority; the McPherson chamber holds a
Rural Appreciation supper every year hosting more than
800 local farmers. Excellent schools and two private liberal
arts colleges serve the county.
Car School: McPherson College offers the world's
only four-year accredited degree in auto restoration.
Students restore antique and special-interest vehicles.
Land Prices: It's a bargain compared to some on
our list. Lots from 3 to 40 acres range from $1,500 to $4,000
an acre; dry land starts at $750 an acre; irrigated land starts
at $1,500 an acre; and pastureland starts at $500 an acre.
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