Doing what most people think just happens! 
March 20 , 2017 
 
You're in luck!  We found a Chamber Connections host who was willing to jump in last minute to fill a cancellation.  United Way of McPherson County at 306 N. Main will host Chamber Connections on Thursday, March 23rd, see you at 9:00 a.m.!
Congratulations and Welcome New Member!

EJ's Handyman Services
Address: 618 S. Edwards Ave., Moundridge  
Contacts: Errick Ferguson & Wesley Heter
Phone: 620-755-7102
Hours: 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday

EJ's Handyman Services is a new handyman company serving the people and businesses of McPherson County.  Their services include; individual home and property repair, property development assistance, rental property maintenance, seasonal services, and others.  They would like to serve McPherson County by filling the "small job" niche.  They hope to learn and grown as businessmen within the community.
The 2017  Chamber Challenge Winner Is...

The F-Team - Ferguson Production, Inc.!




The Chamber Challenge  Traveling Trophy has been awarded!  Ferguson Production will be proudly displaying their hard-earned trophy until next year when the competition continues.

The Chamber Challenge Teams included:
The F-Team (Ferguson Production Inc.),
Team Home State (Home State Bank),
Loan Rangers (First Bank Kansas), Graber's Nuts & Bolts (Graber's Ace Hardware), Power to the People (Board of Public Utilities), The Generals (Hutton Construction), Peoples Court (Peoples Bank & Trust), The Renegades (Midway Motors Supercenter), Sparkling Spines (Stupka Chiropractic & Venable Jewelers).

Check out #MacChamberChallenge2017  to see all the FUN the Chamber Challenge teams had prior to the event finale!  See photos from the Chamber Challenge Big Event Finale here.  If you have photos from the Finale, we would love to see them!  You can tag them on the Mac Chamber Friend page with #MacChamberChallenge2017  

Cash Bash Winner!
Jess Snyder (BPU)  was the lucky 50/50 split the pot raffle winner & got to go home with an extra $255!

Thank you to our Chamber Challenge Sponsors!
Hall's Culligan Water, Nex-Tech Wireless, CertainTeed, The Finish, Great Plains Family Medicine, Farmers State Bank, Ferguson Production Inc., Graber's Ace Hardware, Home State Bank, Hutton Construction, First Bank Kansas, Board of Public Utilities, Venable Jewelers, Stupka Chiropractic, Midway Motors Supercenter, Peoples Bank, The Village Geek, McPherson Museum.
Member Spotlight- Jantz Lumber & Hardware
It's officially Spring, so go ahead and get started on that list of spring projects with the help of Jantz Lumber and Hardware.  Need a rake for all those leaves, poly tarps to put them on and leaf bags?  Stop by Jantz Lumber and Hardware and be sure to take advantage of the spring savings on... Read more.

Jantz Lumber and Hardware is located at 200 W. Euclid.  They can be reached at 620-241-4044. You can also check out their website and stay updated on Facebook .  See the Chamber Connections photos .
2017 OMEGA (Outstanding McPherson Eighth Grade Award) Nominations
Have you noticed an 8th grade student who shows compassion to peers in challenging situations or has courageously overcome struggles to help others?  The neighbor kiddo who pitches in to help or the young volunteer who graciously shares time and talents to help an organization?  How about the one taking the initiative to make positive changes or the role model who is leading by example?  
The McPherson Chamber of Commerce established the OMEGA Award to recognize McPherson County 8th graders for making a difference by their attitude and actions, their leadership qualities and service to their community.  This special OMEGA Award recognition will take place during May Fete activities.  

Please take the opportunity to nominate an eighth grader in McPherson County for this prestigious award.  Find the 2017 OMEGA Nomination form here, or stop by the Chamber office, 306 N. Main.

OMEGA nomination forms, including detailed information, are due to the Chamber by Thursday, April 6th. Mailing address is: McPherson Chamber, P.O. Box 616, McPherson, KS 67460 or email [email protected].
McPherson Chamber of Commerce Presents:
Retaining Good Employees - Workshop With Mike Henke
What employees are looking for is changing fast, and how to retain employees long tern is a moving target!  Hear solutions for increasing employee engagement and retention!  Through this interactive workshop you will learn: How to motivate employees; Build a strong team; Attract and retain the best talent!  

Join us Wednesday, April 5th from 8:30-10:00 a.m. at The Well, 101 N. Main (backroom).  
$10 per person for Chamber members, $15 for non-members.  
RSVP by March 31st to [email protected] or call 620-241-3303.  

Mike Henke Inc. partners with companies throughout the Midwest in the areas of Training and Development. 
Register today for the first 5K or 1 mile run/walk in Marquette KS on Saturday, March 25th, hosted by the Agriculture Committee of the McPherson Chamber to fund the Agriculture Future of America scholarship. The plan is to move the run/walk each year to a different McPherson County community to promote the scholarship. Information and registration forms can be found at www.mcphersonchamber.org , stop by the Chamber office at 306 N. Main, or call 620-241-3303.
Buzz on Business
Introducing McPherson Chiropractic Center-   Starting April 1, 2017, Robertson Chiropractic Center & Barnt Chiropractic are joining forces & will be operating under the same roof located at 817 N. Main. Although the facility will be titled together, they will continue operating their individual practices and caring for their patients independently of one another.  Robertson Chiropractic assures you that though their location will change, their commitment to provide you the best care possible will continue.  If you have any questions or concerns, call the office at 620-241-2025.

Tree City USA- The City of McPherson has been named a 2016 Tree City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation in honor of its commitment to effective urban forest management.  McPherson is celebrating 39 years as a Tree City USA.  McPherson achieved this recognition by meeting the program's 4 requirements: a tree board or department, a tree-care ordinance, an annual community forestry budget of at least $2 per capita & an Arbor Day observance & proclamation.  More information available at arborday.org.  Congratulations McPherson!

Spring Challenge- The McPherson Family YMCA Spring Challenge begins this week.  At the end of 8 weeks, you could win 1 of 3 prizes!  You pick your goal, you get the benefits.  Challenge yourself & your friends to complete the 8 weeks.  Stop by the YMCA, 220 N. Walnut, or call 241-0363.

National Library Week Design A Bookmark Contest- McPherson Public Library, 214 W. Marlin, invites you to make a bookmark using the National Library Week theme of "Libraries Transform."  No computer generated illustrations.  Entries due to the Library by Monday, April 3 by 8:00 p.m.  Find an entry form on the McPherson Public Library Children's Services Facebook page.

Certified Level IV Trauma Center- McPherson Hospital Emergency Department has been designated as a Level IV Trauma Center by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment.  This designation is for rural hospitals whose primary role is to stabilize seriously injured patients and, if necessary, transfer them to a higher level trauma center.  Congratulations McPherson Hospital!

Registration Now Open!  United Way of McPherson County, 306 N. Main, is ready for your Triathlon registrations.  In celebration of the 10th anniversary of the triathlon, they are adding a Junior Triathlon!  It will include a 100 meter swim, 3.5 mile bike ride and .75 mile run.  Cost of the Junior Triathlon is only $25 and includes a free t-shirt.  Find more information on both & register here, or call 620-241-5152.
Member Events
Monday, March 20th
Free Cone Day!  Until 10:00 p.m.   DQ Grill & Chill , 1435 N. Main, is celebrating FREE Cone Day!  Get your first taste of summer on the first day of spring.  Stop by, say hello and enjoy one free small vanilla cone.  

Tuesday, March 21st
Tartan Turkey Golf Tournament Committee Meeting- 4:00 p.m. @ Chamber.

Wednesday, March 22nd
Open House- 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. at Hometown Tire & Turf, 301 N. Main.  Lunch served.  Register to win an Echo SRM-225 Trimmer!  Traeger Grill demo, factory reps on hand, 20% off all Echo & Shindaiwa handheld products!

Thursday, March 23rd
Chamber Connections- 9:00 a.m. hosted by United Way of McPherson County, 306 N. Main.

Ribbon Cutting POSTPONED- at  Waddell & Reed due to unexpected renovations.  Be watching for the new Ribbon Cutting date.
 
Chamber Board Meeting- 11:30 a.m. @ Chamber.

Friday, March 24th
"Rural Surgery Around the World"- 7:00 p.m. at The Cedars Wellness Center, 1021 Cedars Dr.  Dr. Tyler Hughes was a surgeon in McPherson for 21 years and will present this program about surgery in Thailand and Newfoundland, his recent transition to recruiting and training the next generation of rural surgeons and the need for them. 

Saturday, March 25th
Mac County Round Up- 8:00 a.m. Downtown Marquette.  Sponsored by the McPherson Chamber of Commerce Agriculture Committee to fund an Agriculture Future of America Scholarship for a McPherson County student studying an ag related field.  5K race & 1 mile fun run/walk.  Top 3 male and female 5K finishers will be awarded unique prizes of cuts of meat.  More information and registration. 
 
MHS Alumni Baseball Game - Activities begin at 10:45 a.m. at Grant Complex, 1632 N. Main.  12:45 Field Time for Kids (batting cages, wiffle ball, play catch on the field).  2:00 p.m. Alumni baseball game.  Fun filled family day with concessions & raffle.  Contact [email protected] with questions.

REZA- 7:30 p.m. at McPherson Opera House, 219 S. Main.  Cutting edge illusion with humor and charm. Contact McPherson Opera House for tickets or information, 620-241-1952 or www.mcphersonoperahouse.org.

Sunday, March 26th
Kids Camp 2017-  10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. for ages 8-13.  4:00-7:00 p.m. for ages 14+ at Treasure Chest Gun Shop and Indoor Range, 1100 W. Kansas Ave.  Safe handling and operation of firearms for kids.  All firearms and ammunition will be provided.  Eye and ear protection is the only required equipment.  Cost is $40 for either session.  See more information on Facebook.  Sign up and pay on the Treasure Chest website.

Monday, March 27th
All Schools Day Float Meeting- 5:30 p.m. at McPherson Museum, 1111 E. Kansas.  Get all your questions about building an All Schools Day float answered!  For more information, www.allschoolsday.com .

Tuesday, March 28th
Fish Fry- 5:00-7:00 p.m. at Marquette Senior Center, 102 N. Washington.  Arnie's fried fish, gourmet potatoes, green beans, coleslaw, cornbread, homemade pies, coffee and tea.  Free will donation.  McPherson County Council on Aging.

Thursday, March 30th
Chamber Connections- 9:00 a.m. hosted by  Elevate Tutoring @  Chamber .
 
2nd Annual Progressive Dinner Party- 5:30-8:30 p.m.  Appetizers at McPherson Opera House, 219 S. Main; Dinner at McPherson Museum, 1111 E. Kansas; Dessert at The Clayworks, 107 N. Main.  $50 per person, limited tickets available.  Proceeds benefit McPherson Museum and McPherson Opera House.   For tickets, 620-241-8464 or 620-241-1952.
 
YP MAC March Mingle- 5:30-7:00 p.m. sponsored by Wise and Reber at The Courtyard on Main, 203 S. Main.  Find a co-worker or friends & join for some adult conversation & beverages.  No cost to attend.

Friday, March 31st
RSVP Deadline for Retaining Good Employees- RSVP by today for the workshop McPherson Chamber of Commerce is presenting with Mike Henke.  Retaining Good Employees will be Wednesday, April 5th from 8:30-10:00 a.m. at The Well, 101 N. Main.  See more information above.

Saturday, April 1st
Farkel 4 A Cause- 1:00-4:00 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, 119 N. Elm.  An afternoon of Farkel, prizes, refreshments, silent auction and family fun.  Fundraiser for Women and Children Combating Cancer (WACCC).  Registrations available at www.wacccinmac.org .  Pre-registrants entered in an extra prize drawing.  Everyone welcome!
 
Deadline for May Pole Registration - All 5th grade girls in McPherson County are invited to participate in the 2017 winding of the May Pole at May Fete, May 10th & 11th.  Parent/guardian permission required as well as attendance to all practices and both May Fete performances.  Part of All Schools Day.  Submit your entry at www.allschoolsday.com , send email to [email protected] or call Kathy Hawkinson, 620-755-2445 with questions. 

Turkey Creek 2 Man Kickoff- 9:00 a.m. shotgun start at Turkey Creek Golf Course, 1000 Fox Run Dr.  3 different formats from 3 different tees.  Some of the proceeds will benefit the SNAG (Starting New At Golf) program in the McPherson Elementary Schools.  Entry fee is $40 p er man (includes fees, carts & prizes).  Sign up by Wednesday, March 29th at 241-8530 or [email protected].
Chamber Investors, please submit your news and event items to  [email protected], or call 241-3303.  We will include your information in "The Buzz" or "Member Events" section in the future edition of the McPherson Chamber McNews.
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Phone: 620-241-3303    Fax: 620-241-8708    Email: [email protected]