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Year of Experience

150+

Happy Clients

65K

Diverse category

12

Team Member

23

Who We Are

Uniting Local-owned Businesses for Community Enrichment

At Pleasantview, we have successfully connected various local businesses, creating a supportive ecosystem that enhances the quality of services available to the community. Our members, from feed stores to automotive repair shops, have reported increased customer loyalty and engagement as a result of our collaborative approach, ensuring that every visitor experiences exceptional service and a personal touch.

We are dedicated to fostering relationships among local businesses and residents.

Pleasantview stands as a testament to the power of collaboration. By uniting diverse local businesses, we not only champion their unique services but also create a vibrant marketplace where quality and community spirit thrive. Our network supports small enterprises while providing residents and visitors with an inviting atmosphere to shop and connect, enhancing the small-town charm.

Empowered by a shared vision, Pleasantview merges innovation with the rich traditions of rural life. Each member of our network contributes to a collective mission of providing personalized services that reflect the values of our community. This deep-rooted commitment to quality guarantees an exceptional experience that nurtures friendships and fosters pride in our hometown.

Our Journey

The Story Behind Pleasantview

Pleasantview was founded to bring together local businesses outside of Wichita, Kansas, creating a nexus of community pride and support. Established in response to the challenges faced by rural enterprises in a modernizing economy, our initiative has blossomed into a thriving network. From our inception, we have embraced tradition while adapting to change, enabling local businesses to flourish. Over the years, we have fostered a spirit of cooperation that celebrates unique offerings while enhancing the overall charm of our beloved small-town community.

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History

In July of 1883 the families of Abraham Nisly and Christian Bontrager left Illinois and headed for Nebraska seeking bountiful farmland. They were unable to complete their trip due to flooding, but an eager railroad land agent told them of good, inexpensive land in Kansas. On July 25, 1883, the families got off at the last stop on the Santa Fe line, in Hutchinson, Kansas.

Word soon got back to Illinois that the Kansas settlers were doing well, and more Amish farmers headed west. Today, more than 100 years later the descendants of these Amish families still live in Reno County. Following their religious customs, many of the men still wear beards and the women white caps. Little else is the same.

In the late 1940s and 1950s the descendants of these families began opening businesses along Hwy. 50 near Hutchinson. In 1949, Tobe Stutzman opened a cabinet shop. Several years later, his brother Ervin, took over the business and began making truck bodies and storm windows. The storm window business soon became what is now Pleasantview Home Improvement. Today there are 23 businesses, a school, and a voluntary fire station in Pleasantview.

How Pleasantview Got Its Name

In the early 70’s, the community decided it was time to have a name. So we had a contest and invited the people that lived in the community to help us find a name. After many hours of discussion, the final vote was “Pleasantview”.