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Business Bridge will hit your inbox on Tuesdays. It will contain chamber events, community events, Business Highlights, member-to-member news, Federal and State legislative updates, and so much more.
If you have information, updates, or special promotions to share in the newsletter, please email the details to nramirez@easleychamber.org. And if applicable include links to websites or dedicated web pages, as well as attachments of promotional materials in pdf and jpeg/png format. Lastly, reading a newsletter a day helps you work, rest, and play so make this one your Tuesday newsletter.
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Upcoming Events & Socials | |
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Join the Greater Easley Chamber and other chambers in our tri-county area (Anderson Area, Clemson Area, Liberty Area, Greater Pickens, and Oconee County) for the SC Chamber Grassroots Tour to share your perspectives on the top legislative issues affecting our businesses and communities. Input from the SC Chamber Grassroots Tour will be used to create the 2023 Legislative Agenda. The forum is free and advanced registration is preferred.
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Friday, September 9, 2022
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Ruby Hicks Hall-Room 220
Tri-County Technical College
7900 US-76, Pendleton
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Are you under the age of 40 and interested in becoming more involved in the Easley or Powdersville community? Then look no further! We invite you to join us for a Young Professionals After Hours Social. It's a great way to learn about our other YP Programs.
Attend with a co-worker or freind for an evening of fellowship & fun. Come ready to socialize, asks questions, and share business cards.
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Monday, September 12, 2022
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
The Silos
122-B Folger Avenue, Easley
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Senator Rex Rice
SC Senate
Pickens County - District 2
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Representative Neal A. Collins
SC House of Representatives
Pickens County - District 5
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Please join us as our elected officials in the South Carolina Senate and House of Representatives share updates currently taking place in Columbia and expectations for the coming months. | |
Registration: $20 for Members or $30 for Non-Members | |
Advance registration is required. Please register online or call the Greater Easley Chamber of Commerce at 864-859-2693. | |
The Powdverville Business Council invites you to join in on a day of golf and fellowship fun. Businesses, register a team and get the opportunity to be promoted on different platforms. All team registrations include beverages throughout the day, lunch, a low-county boil dinner, and more. Sponsor packages are available for every budget. To get started, view all the options here. For additional ways to get involved in the tournament, call the chamber office at (864) 859-2693. See you at tee-off! |
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Ribbon Cuttings & Milestone Anniversaries
Celebrate With Us
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Edward Jones: Ribbon Cutting Celebration
Financial Advisor, Brandon Long invites you to attend the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony of his office, Edward Jones (right after Holliday Ingram's ribbon cutting). At the office, he is driven by more than just giving you investment advice. He is dedicated to gaining your trust so that each goal is understood to give you the best comprehensive and tax-efficient strategy where every matter is addressed. Attend the event to meet Brandon Long and his staff and get the opportunity to ask questions. You can also reach out at (864) 859-8308 to confidently discuss your situation to see if he is the right fit for you.
When & Where:
Tuesday, August 30, 2022 from 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
110 Woodson Street, Powdersville
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Dillon Supply: Ribbon Cutting + Grand Opening
Dillon Supply invites you to attend the ribbon-cutting ceremony and grand opening event of their newest location at 2003A Perimeter Road. More Details to come!
When & Where:
Friday, September 2, 2022 at 11:00 AM
2003A Perimeter Road, Greenville (Easley)
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The Easley Chamber would love to celebrate your milestones. Contact Cindy Hopkins at chopkins@easleychamber.org to schedule a milestone celebration together. | |
NFL preseason has started and the season begins soon, on September 8, 2022. Go to The Pint Station EVERY SUNDAY to watch all the games LIVE and have some beer & wings! On top of that meet rivals or fans of all teams. Who is your team? #TitanUp | |
Every Sunday
The Pint Station
106 East Main Street, Downtown Easley
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The Tri-County Business and Professional Women’s Club invites you to join their next meeting on August 25 at 6:30 PM at Silver Bay Restaurant located at 7027 Calhoun Memorial Hwy, Easley. The meeting will be a continuation of the last meeting- Analyzing Life’s Blessings in Today’s Challenging Times. All are invited to attend, whether a full-time/part-time employee, a student in college or academic studies, or a retired working woman who supports the objectives of TCBPW. To attend, RSVP to Lynn at lynnwmcclain@gmail.com.
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Looking to make some new friends in the area? Check out Speed Friending! Strike up a conversation with a new person every few minutes; what comes next is up to you. Get connected with your community and have fun! There will be door prizes (by Coyote Coffee, Shane’s Rib Shack, and Shank’s Golf Range). This event will repeat on the first Tuesday of each month.
Tuesday, September 6, 2022
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Powdersville Library
4 Civic Court, Powdersville
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Pickens County Behavioral Health Recognizes International Overdose Awareness Day
In recognition of International Overdose Awareness Day, the Behavioral Health Services of Pickens County is hosting a Drive-Thru to Save A Life Event:
Wednesday, August 31
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Parking Lot
208 E. First Avenue, Easley.
In addition to overdose educational information, they will be offering free Narcan (the opioid overdose reversal drug), fentanyl test strip kits, and Deterra prescription drug disposal pouches that evening (while supplies last).
For more details, please call Behavioral Health Services at 864-898-5800.
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Family Promise of Pickens County is excited to host monthly Trivia Nights at Amici's Easley. The money raised from these events will go to the Homeless and Prevention Program of Family Promise.
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Amici Easley
121 S. Pendleton St, Easley
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Monday, September 19, 2022
Monday, October 17, 2022
Monday, November 21, 2022
Monday, December 19, 2022
To support the cause, visit Amici's on the above dates, and be sure to let your wait staff know that you want to support Family Promise. Then 20% of the proceeds will be donated to the cause. For questions or ways to get involved with the cause, call their office at (864) 644-8828.
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Powdersville Water Keeps Pace with Development, Builds for Future | | |
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According to the U.S Census Bureau, the Powdersville community and its surrounding area have seen dramatic growth over the past 20 years. That's three times faster than the rest of Anderson and Pickens counties. And within the past couple of decades, Powdersville Water has grown from a small rural water system to a mid-size water utility. "Even with a pandemic, [their] staff has just completed the busiest 18 months in their 50-year history", said Executive Director Dyke Spencer. With continual growth, Powdersville Water strives to constantly make improvements to be able to provide adequate and reliable service; Thus allowing them to properly build for the future.
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Elevate Audiology Proud to Serve The Community | | |
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Dr. Alexandra Tarvin, founder of Elevate Audiology is proud to serve the community. She is a highly trained audiologist who focuses on patient needs with expertise in evaluating and treating hearing disorders. However, when it comes to her patients, Dr. Tarvin begins with trust so that her patients can experience the most success. Because of that, many patients have reported that their audiology needs and care were above and beyond their expectations. The visits have left her 546 reviews throughout the web with 537 Five-Star reviews and 9 Four-Star reviews. This attests Dr. Tarvin's title, Best of the Upstate for Best Audiologist, and her placement as one of the best audiologists in the nation. | |
Want to share special business highlights with chamber members?
The Greater Easley Chamber of Commerce would love to share your business highlights in the Business Bridge Newsletter. Highlights can be awards, celebrations, certifications, recognitions, and more. Please let us know what you would like to share by contacting us at 864-859-2693 or nramirez@easleychamber.org. It's our business to share YOUR business!
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Pickens County #kickingasphalt
Pickens County has been named a recipient of a NACo Achievement Award in the Civic Education and Public Information category for its online reporting tools that make it easy for citizens to report road maintenance and code enforcement issues. Citizens can also view the status of previously submitted reports for transparency and accountability. The tools were developed by the GIS department with input from other staff. If you haven’t already, check out FixingCountyRoads.com to see road projects that have been completed this year.
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Anderson County- Saratoga Springs Greenway Project
The Town of Williamston has received a grant from the Appalachian Regional Council that the town will match for the Saratoga Springs Greenway Project. This grant allows Williamston to expand its trail system that will present the opportunity to extend the trail to neighboring communities.
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SC Labor Force Participation Shrinks in July
According to monthly data released by the South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce (SCDEW), the estimated number of South Carolinians working in July decreased by roughly 4,500 individuals which is the largest single month decrease since the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the total number of individuals employed is still higher by nearly 31,000 individuals from July 2021 levels.
The state’s unemployment percentage remained roughly unchanged at 3.2% and employers added an additional 16,000 jobs, showing a tight labor market still exists in the state. Industries with the largest fluctuation of job additions/subtractions were education and health services which added roughly 4,100 jobs in July and manufacturing which saw a decrease of roughly 2,000 jobs during that same period. Still, there are roughly 114,500 open jobs in South Carolina.
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Workforce Development Symposium Set for October 4 in Greenville
It is no secret that one of the top issues facing the business community today is the workforce. The SC Chamber of Commerce is partnering with the SC Department of Employment and Workforce to present a Workforce Development Symposium. The symposium is scheduled for October 4 at the Embassy Suites, 670 Verdae Boulevard, Greenville and will explore workforce challenges, such as recruitment, training, and retention, and grapple with possible solutions. By addressing workforce issues related to business, government, and services, we can continue to have South Carolina thrive. Register for the Symposium here. Sponsorships are still available. For more information, reach out to Charlotte Knoop.
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