McPherson City Digest

Fawl Named New Chamber Ambassador

Treg Fawl, citizen journal's McPherson sports reporter and local influencer, has been welcomed as the newest Ambassador for the McPherson Chamber of Commerce. He's also a loan officer at Farmers State Bank. A graduate of McPherson High School and Central Christian College, Fawl is deeply involved in the community, serving as the MHS Girls Golf Coach, and a United Way Allocations Committee member. Fawl, who resides in McPherson with his wife Molli and three children, views his new role and Chamber membership as a vital opportunity for networking and continues to dedicate himself to helping the community he loves.

Chamber Launches Afternoon Networking Event at Farmers Alliance

The McPherson Chamber of Commerce is introducing "Connect More @ 4," a new quarterly afternoon networking event designed to offer professionals a connection point at the end of the workday. The inaugural gathering is scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 19, from 4 to 5:30 p.m. at Farmers Alliance on North Main Street, where the host team will provide refreshments, tours of their facility, and a brief program at 4:15 p.m. outlining the company’s values and operations.

Photography Students Offer Headshots to Fund Conference Trip

In partnership with the upcoming Chamber event, McPherson College photography students will offer professional profile photos to the public on Feb. 19 to raise funds for their attendance at the National Photographic Conference in Atlanta. Attendees can choose from various backgrounds and package options ranging from $40 for one edited photo to $100 for five, with walk-ins welcome and payment accepted via cash or digital apps.

Prairie View Adopts New Care Model to Enhance Mental Health Services

Prairie View, a mental health organization with a location in McPherson, is transitioning to a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) model to improve accessibility and care coordination. Patrick Flaming, Chief Access & Crisis Officer, reported that the organization served over 1,200 new individuals last year, with 33 percent of those clients being residents of McPherson County, reinforcing their commitment to the state-encouraged transition for better behavioral health coverage.

Gala to Support Mental Health Initiatives Across Counties

Prairie View will host its "Denim & Diamonds Gala & Auction" on Saturday, March 21, at the Wild Prairie Event Center in Newton to raise funds for rural mental health initiatives, including AgAssist and school-based services. The evening will feature entertainment by comedian Jeremy Nunes and live music from Hot Club KC, alongside a silent auction that includes items such as St. Louis Cardinals tickets and a Las Vegas vacation package.

USD 418 Hosts Bond Information Sessions

McPherson Unified School District 418 is conducting a series of "come and go" community information sessions to educate the public on the proposed March 3 bond plan intended to support school infrastructure. Sessions are scheduled at McPherson Middle School and High School throughout early February, with high school volunteers available to provide childcare while residents review the bond details.

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Community Foundation Celebrates 25th Anniversary

The McPherson County Community Foundation will host the Chamber Connections meeting on Feb. 5 to kick off its 25th-anniversary celebrations. The event will highlight upcoming changes to County Match Week and provide information on how local organizations can compete for grant funding to benefit the community.

Legislative Update Scheduled for March

The McPherson Chamber’s Civic Awareness Committee has announced its annual Legislative Update will take place on Saturday, March 7, at Kansas Municipal Utilities. The morning session aims to keep citizens informed on legislative matters as part of the Chamber’s commitment to civic engagement.

College Students to Visit Businesses for Scholarship Drive

Central Christian College students and volunteers will visit local businesses on March 10 for the annual McPherson Business Drive. The initiative raises funds for student scholarships, and businesses wishing to participate are asked to contact the Advancement Office by Feb. 20.

Charity Seeks Donors for 12th Birthday Campaign

Wichita’s Littlest Heroes is seeking 100 donors to contribute $100 each in celebration of the organization's 12th birthday on March 1. The non-profit has provided substantial financial assistance to families of children with life-threatening illnesses over the past five years and aims to continue this support through the birthday campaign.

Accounting Firm Expands with New Location and Staff

Swindoll, Janzen, Hawk & Loyd is celebrating significant growth, including the addition of a new office in Topeka and new partners. The firm now employs over 150 team members, enhancing its capacity to provide comprehensive accounting, tax, and advisory services to clients.

PBS Series to Film Episode in McPherson

The PBS series "See Taste Do," hosted by Phil Richardson, will be filming in McPherson this week for an episode airing Feb. 17. The show, which highlights Kansas communities, is currently seeking local sponsors for the episode that showcases the city's unique attractions.

CVB Collects Birthday Cards from All 50 States

The McPherson Convention and Visitors Bureau has launched a campaign to receive a birthday card from every state by July 4, 2026, in honor of America's 250th birthday. The bureau plans to display the cards in their lobby and will send a commemorative gift to the first sender from each state.

District Releases Videos on School Facility Conditions

USD 418 has released a series of videos highlighting the current physical conditions inside McPherson High School and Middle School. The videos, available online, feature tours of classrooms and activity spaces to demonstrate the infrastructure needs addressed by the upcoming bond issue.

Anti-Poverty Program Featured on News Segment

Step MC, a local organization dedicated to ending poverty, was recently featured on KSN’s "Here For You Spotlight." The segment included an interview with Moundridge coach Alyssa Ward, bringing regional attention to the program's relationship-building approach to poverty resolution.

Source: McPherson Chamber of Commerce Newsletter

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