McPherson City Digest

New Continuing Care at Home Program Launches

MCPHERSON, Kan. — STAY Your Way has launched as the first Continuing Care at Home (CCaH) program in Kansas, serving residents within a 100-mile radius of Hutchinson. Designed to help the 93% of adults who wish to age in their own homes, the program pairs members with a personal Wellness Navigator to proactively manage their health and coordinate guaranteed access to high-quality care. The membership model allows individuals to lock in exact, predictable costs in today's rates, ensuring they can maintain their independence without relying on family members for daily care coordination.

Tiffany Neel Opens American Family Insurance Agency

MCPHERSON, Kan. — Local community leader Tiffany Neel has opened a new American Family Insurance agency, drawing on her 25 years of diverse experience in public and private sectors, including roles in city government and business ownership. The new agency emphasizes exceptional customer value and trust, offering comprehensive insurance solutions ranging from home and auto to farm and business coverage. Operating as part of a mutual company, the agency provides customers with opportunities for multi-product bundling and discounts.

McPherson Psychological Associates Expands Main Street Clinic

MCPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson Psychological Associates is celebrating its recent expansion with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and Chamber Connection event on March 5 at 9:30 a.m.. Located at 112 N. Main, the newly expanded facility houses ten staff members—including six clinicians—and features seven Kansas-themed therapy rooms. The upgraded space allows the clinic to offer a broader range of services to both adults and children, including specialized psychological testing, medication management, two fully equipped play therapy rooms, and a dedicated group therapy area.

Farmers Alliance Mutual Insurance Unveils Renovated Headquarters

MCPHERSON, Kan. — Farmers Alliance Mutual Insurance (FAMI), founded locally in 1888, has unveiled its newly remodeled headquarters at 1122 N. Main, showcasing an employee-driven redesign prompted by the transition back from remote work. President and CEO Brian Lopata noted that the company incorporated 24 of 26 employee suggestions to create a flexible, collaborative workspace that includes modern gathering areas, state-of-the-art streaming technology to connect its 13-state network, and unique amenities like the game-equipped "Bored Room". Today, the regional insurer supports over 1,000 independent agencies and continues to focus heavily on rural communities, with 70 percent of its portfolio dedicated to farmers and ranchers.

Kansas Municipal Utilities Opens Facilities for Public Event Rental

MCPHERSON, Kan. — Kansas Municipal Utilities, located at 2090 E. Ave A, is now offering its facilities as rental spaces for community and business events ranging from 10 to 116 attendees. The venue features an intimate boardroom for up to 16 guests and a large auditorium that can be divided into three separate rooms for focused sessions. Available amenities are designed to support seamless events, including projection and audio systems, beverage stations, and a fully equipped kitchen.

Local Broadcaster Lane Gillespie Wins Sportscaster of the Year

MCPHERSON, Kan. — Lane Gillespie, an announcer for Ad Astra Radio KCMP, has been honored as the KSHSAA Oscar Stauffer Sportscaster of the Year. Gillespie, who studied journalism at the University of Kansas, began his broadcasting career covering high school football in Topeka before becoming the recognized voice of both McPherson High School and McPherson College athletics. The award highlights his dedication to bringing local sports coverage to the community airwaves.

Cook's Nook Offers Hands-On Culinary Classes for March

MCPHERSON, Kan. — Cook's Nook, situated at 210 N. Main, is inviting culinary enthusiasts of all skill levels to participate in its hands-on cooking classes this March. The downtown kitchen retailer emphasizes a creative learning environment where participants can use fresh ingredients and receive expert guidance to elevate their home cooking skills. The diverse class lineup promises to turn every culinary lesson into an engaging and delicious adventure for total beginners and seasoned chefs alike.

Source: McPherson Chamber of Commerce Newsletter

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