Recently Marion Body Works donated a very generous check to the Marion Area Food Pantry and Mamas House of Hope!



Pictured is from left to right...Taylor Gut (MBW), Carla Albert and Billie Kerneen (co-mangers of Mama's), Pat Leach (Marion Area Food Pantry director), Kevin Ignacio (Marion Body Works president), Briar Polzin(MBW) and Rachel Heineman(MBW).

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS!!

Looking to transform your overall wellness? As a transformation coach, I specialize in guiding clients through their unique wellness journeys. Whether you're looking to lose, gain, or maintain weight, I provide personalized support and resources such as nutrition guidance, meal plans, grocery lists, and exercise routines.

To get started, I offer complimentary wellness profiles to help determine if my program and coaching are the right fit for you. And if you're interested in trying out some high-quality products, I am an authorized retailer of Herbalife, which can be purchased through my website or save with a preferred membership.

But my services don't stop there. As a creative artist and designer, I also offer unique and engaging classes in areas such as painting, sewing, yard art, book making, gardening, and more. These classes are open to the public, but I also offer private events for organizations, businesses, or clubs. Keep an eye out for updates and dates for my creative classes on Facebook and Instagram.

Stay tuned for the launch of my new website, where you can easily access information on my transformation coaching services and schedule for creative classes. With over 25 years of experience in the art, illustration, and design industry, I am dedicated to helping individuals reach their full potential. Get ready to transform and create with me in Clintonville and the surrounding communities, where my creative classes began in November 2024.

Happy to have you part of our Chamber family, Sara!

The Mob Bear Creek is a motorcycle club dedicated to bringing riders together and giving back to the community through organized events and fundraising efforts.

Originally founded in 1985 as Ant Hill Mob Chapter 1, also known as “Bear Creek WI “ Chapter, when one member from Manitowoc moved to the Bear Creek area and a few members of the Ant Hill Mob Osman Motorcycle Club that lived in the Bear Creek area thought and saw the need for a chapter closer to home due to travel concerns. After receiving approval from the "Mother Club," the chapter was officially established. It was decided to go on our own in 2016 and we have rebranded as The Mob Bear Creek.

The club hosts several annual events, including:

Charity Ride – Last Saturday in July

Mobfest – 1st Saturday in June

Spring event the 3^rd Saturday in April which has been bowling tournament, bean bag toss, and currently a pool/dart tournament

In addition to these events, The Mob Bear Creek adopts a family in need for Christmas, donates to local causes, and has contributed 1,200 pounds of dog food to the Happily Ever After Animal Sanctuary . Members also attend various motorcycle events throughout the year to provide support and make donations.

Committed to the love of riding and supporting the community, The Mob Bear Creek continues to make a positive impact.



We are happy to have you a part of our Chamber family!

AbbyBank is a full-service financial institution with locations across Wisconsin, including Abbotsford, Appleton, Gresham, Medford, Shawano, Wausau, Weston, and Withee. Since our founding in 1968 as Abbotsford State Bank, we have remained committed to independent, community-based financial services, growing strategically while staying true to our roots.

In 2019, AbbyBank expanded into Shawano, strengthening our presence through an acquisition with State Bank. Our Shawano branch, conveniently located on E. Green Bay Street (Business Highway 29/Wisconsin Highway 22/47/55), is easy to spot—right across from Culver’s! This location features two drive-thru lanes and a drive-up ATM, staffed by a dedicated team.

While our physical locations serve as community hubs, banking with AbbyBank isn’t limited by geography. Whether you’re in Clintonville, or anywhere else in Wisconsin, we bring banking to you. Our team works on-site at your business or farm, ensuring you get the support you need—where you need it. Plus, technology makes banking with us easier than ever. From remote deposit and online cash management to mobile banking solutions, we offer the tools to bank anytime, anywhere. Ask us how it works!

Beyond banking, we are deeply invested in all the communities we serve—including those beyond our physical branch locations. Through our outreach efforts and the AbbyBank Charitable Foundation, we support numerous local projects and organizations. We encourage our employees to be active in their communities, and many of our team members serve on local governmental and corporate boards or contribute their time to area nonprofits.

At AbbyBank, we take pride not only in the communities we serve but also in the financial strength of our institution. As a historically conservative bank, we have remained safe and sound through economic shifts, offering stability for our customers. Our focus on human connection and personalized banking experiences sets us apart, allowing us to build lasting relationships with individuals, businesses, agribusinesses, nonprofits, and municipalities alike.

No matter where you are, AbbyBank is here to provide strength, commitment, and expertise—making banking about you!

Welcome to our Chamber family!

Welcome Small-town Outlet! They are a pallet and wholesale company that supports 8 separate businesses in the store, two of which are kid owned. They have items to meet anyone's needs! The fun thig about getting pallets is that you never know what you are getting, so it is always a mystery. Tabitha is a single mom of 4 and originally got into to the business so that she could be available for her kids after school and have some flexibility in her schedule. Her previous location was in Marion and they relocated to Clintonville in February. They are active in giving back to our community as a youth soccer sponsor and conduct a toy drive at Christmas. They also helped several families in need a full backpack of school supplies.

We welcome you to our Chamber family!

Deadline extended to April 7th!

Business After 5 for 2025!

We already have some great businesses and organizations signed up for 2025! Chamber members and their employees are welcome to attend and bring a guest!

Upcoming Events:

May 8 - Greenstone Farm Credit Services

July 17 - Kinney Lake Campground

Business After 5

Clintonville Range and Training Center

March 13, 2025

Thank you so much to Clintonville Range and Training Center for allowing us to have our Business After 5 event at your facility! This is really a state-of-the-art facility that can be used not just by law enforcement for training, but is open to the public! The even have a virtual reality program that puts you right into the action! If you are looking for something fun to do or just want to practice your shooting skills, this is the place! It is even kid-friendly for a family night out! Check out their website at clintonvillerange.com and book your time slot today! A huge shout-out to Wayne Oestreich and his daughter, Chris for bringing us this fantastic facility right to our own backyard!

ATTENTION!

I've been getting a lot of calls and inquiries about how to get your sale on the map! Please note that the Chamber of Commerce does NOT make or provide a map for the City-Wide Rummage Sale. To get your rummage sale listed, you can place an ad with the Clintonville Shoppers Guide by using the form below or contacting them directly at (715) 258-3207. Forms may also be emailed to wpsales@mmclocal.com and mailed to P.O. Box 48, Waupaca, 54981.

BECOME A DOWNTOWN CHAMPION!

BE A PART OF REVITALIZING OUR DOWNTOWN!

NEW OPPORTUNITY TO LET YOUR VOICE BE HEARD!

Join Mayor Steve Kettenhoven for the first Mug & Mingle event April 1st!

Do your civic duty and vote, then mingle with the Mayor!

He will be available to hear your concerns, answer questions or just enjoy a cup of joe!

Are you looking to change your wellness journey?

Health, nutrition, skin care, energy, improve sports / exercise results?

Let's chat and get started! 🔥 🔥 🔥

PLUS, I keep in touch with you on a regular basis to hit your goals! 

CONGRATULATIONS TO SCHUTT INDUSTRIES!

𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐒 𝐑𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐄

Clintonville, WI (3/11/25) — Schutt Industries, the leading manufacturer of trailers for the U.S. Military, 𝗵𝗮𝘀 𝗯𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗮𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝗮 $𝟮𝟱𝟲,𝟳𝟰𝟵,𝟰𝟭𝟴 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗿𝗺𝘆’𝘀 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗕𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝘀𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺𝘀.

This contract was awarded by U.S. Army Contracting Command, Detroit Arsenal, Michigan (W912CH-25-D-0003). The Water Bison contract is a ten-year requirements production contract for five base years and five individual option ordering years. These trailers are currently anticipated to be produced at the Schutt Industries facilities in Clintonville, WI.

These Water Bison system will replace the legacy 400 Gallon M149A2 Water Buffalo, which is currently the primary unit level water storage container for the U.S. Military. The Water Bison will be used by units at all echelons throughout our military forces and will be the primary system for providing a more sustainable and efficient way of receiving, storing, transporting, and issuing potable water. The Water Bison tank possesses a minimum water carrying capacity of 500 gallons, is capable of preventing its water payload from freezing in temperatures as low as -50°F and is integrated on to a rugged, high-mobility trailer capable of traversing all Light and Medium tactical vehicle navigable terrains.

“It’s an absolute honor to have been awarded this contract”, says Chris Meyer, Director of Programs for Schutt Industries. “It illustrates both our continued commitment to provide enhanced capability to our warfighters while also illustrating the continued trust the U.S. Government has in Schutt Industries to be successful in doing so. We are confident that our outstanding workforce will continue to excel in support of this new technology and look forward to the tremendous growth this will provide to our organization and in-turn our community".

www.schuttindustries.com

Clintonville Lions Club 2025 Clintonville Lions Scholarships

We upped our two $500 scholarships to $1,000 this year!

Apply at the Clintonville High School Pupil Services Department!

Get to know our new member and how they help you reach your financial goals!

Walk in memory of a loved one and in support of those

grieving. Join us in raising funds for Unity Grief and Education Center.

Let’s come together to bring light to the darkness and create a community

where no one grieves alone.

Join us April 7th to April 11th as we celebrate 7 years in business with our wonderful customers! We can't wait to mark this milestone and continue to serve the Clintonville community with healthy, fast meals.

Navigating Pharmacy Bill Increases:

How the Inflation Reduction Act Impacts Medicare Costs

At Woodside Financial Services, we’ve been receiving many calls from seniors concerned about rising pharmacy bills. This is due to changes made by the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), which reduces the maximum out-of-pocket costs for Medicare Part D from $8,000 to $2,000. While this is a positive development, insurance companies have adjusted their drug tiers, copays, and deductibles, which may result in higher costs for some individuals.

The IRA also introduced the Medicare Prescription Payment Plan (MPPP), which helps seniors break up large medication costs, especially at the beginning of the year, into manageable, interest-free payments. This allows you to spread out prescription payments throughout the year, making it easier to budget for medications.

We understand that these changes can be confusing. That's why we offer a free medication cost analysis to help you understand your prescription plan options. We can assist in identifying potential strategies to manage your medication costs. If you’re concerned about your pharmacy bills or need help understanding your options, reach out to us—we are here to provide guidance and support.

EMPLOYERS WANTED!

📢 Community Job Fair – Hosted by Extreme Coating Technology

Extreme Coating Technology, located at 151 16th St., Clintonville, is planning to host a Community Job Fair on Friday, May 30, 2025, and is inviting all local employers to participate!

✅ What’s Provided?

• Tables & chairs for your business
• A great opportunity to connect with job seekers
• Light lunch

📝 We Need Your Input!

To make this event as beneficial as possible, we’re looking for feedback on preferred time slots for the fair.



📩 Interested?

Contact Lori Beyer at lbeyer@extremecoatingtechnology.com or 715-496-9670 to express your interest or provide input.

Stay tuned for more details, including promotional materials to help spread the word!

PLACEHOLDER MAPLE VIEW WATER SERVICE

 PRICE SLASHED! 

The old Pizza Hut property at 305 S. Main St. has just had a huge price drop! If you've been eyeing this space, now's the time to act.

 Location: 305 S. Main St.

 New Lower Price!

 For more details, contact the listing agent.

The Chamber does not have additional info, but you can find out more at the link below!

Don't miss this opportunity! 

Help the Clintonville Area Historical Society in the Two Lights for Tomorrow initiative! Simply leave two lights, electric candles, etc, on the evening of April 18th and 19th to help commemorate a very important event in our nation's history and to help celebrate our nation's 250th anniversary!

CHECK OUT THESE GREAT EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FROM FOX VALLEY TECHNICAL COLLEGE

CLINTONVILLE REGIONAL CENTER!

Wisconsin Women’s Business Initiative Corporation (WWBIC) opens the doors of opportunity by providing underserved individuals who are interested in starting, strengthening or expanding businesses with access to critical resources such as responsible financial products and quality business and personal finance training.

They focus on individuals who face barriers in accessing business financing and training support, including women, people of color, veterans, and lower-wealth individuals. They offer a variety of trainings, lending, financial wellness and coaching for businesses. Visit their website for more information!

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