INSIDE THE ISLE NEWSLETTER - DECEMBER 2020
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SALES DAY is Wednesday, December 9, 2020
11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
The Isle of Wight Chamber of Commerce, Smithfield and Isle of Wight County Tourism and Isle of Wight County Economic Development have united to create Round 2 of the #IsleShopSmall Gift Certificate Program, a joint initiative established to assist local businesses in remaining viable during and after the current COVID-19 pandemic. The program will be administered by the Isle of Wight Chamber of Commerce. Over $300,000 in funding for this program is made possible through CARES ACT money dedicated to economic stimulus.
Support Isle of Wight County, Smithfield and Windsor businesses by purchasing a gift voucher online to participating, locally-owned, for-profit, retail, restaurant and service-based businesses including local franchises and local licensees. The program will match each purchase dollar for dollar for as long as the matching fund lasts.
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Smithfield Aesthetics Celebrates Grand Opening
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The Isle of Wight Chamber hosted a Ribbon Cutting celebration and Business After Hours Networking event at Smithfield Aesthetics on November 12, 2020. Smithfield Aesthetics is a new division of Family Medical Care of Smithfield. Located at 201 Gumwood Drive, the practice offers a wide variety of skin care and minimally invasive procedures, including facials, waxing, laser skin hair removal, micro needling, body contouring, and feminine rejuvenation, Botox and Juvederm fillers. They proudly offer ZO and Epionce skincare.
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NEW BUSINESS HIGHLIGHTS
E and R Title LLC - 403 Grace Street, Smithfield
Smithfield Tobacco and Gift - Cypress Run Plaza, Smithfield
El Rodeo Mexican Restaurant - 15 E. Windsor Blvd., Windsor (opening - March 2021)
We extend a warm welcome to all of our new businesses.
Thank you for putting down roots to grow in Isle of Wight County!
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MurSto Productions - The Sound of the Holidays in Hampton Roads
In 1987 two theme park musicians found themselves frequently being booked for concerts, only to then be asked to find some more musicians to bring with them to fill out the orchestra. They decided that their network of skilled professional musicians combined with their production skills could be made into a successful business. And with that, Sean Murray and Dru Stowe founded MurSto Productions LLC.
In the years that followed MurSto has been honored to provide original music and musicians for touring shows, recording sessions, state fairs, television shows, weddings, funerals, conventions, shopping malls and yes, even the President of the United States!
Now over 30 years later, we still love what we do. Every day gives us a chance to share the talents of amazing musicians with clients who need the very best for their special event. This time of year, we are especially glad to be able to lend underscoring to festive holiday gatherings. From strolling carolers to church orchestras, to a swinging big band for New Year’s Eve, we are the sound of the holidays in Hampton Roads.
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FEATURE YOUR BUSINESS FOR FREE!
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We know businesses in Isle of Wight County rock, and we want to tell the world. If you'd like to have your business featured in our newsletter and online for FREE, contact us and be prepared to tell your story!
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IWCS Land Lab Receives Grant from
Virginia Agriculture in the Classroom
The Isle of Wight County Schools’ Land Lab was recently awarded a $500 grant from Virginia Agriculture in the Classroom. The grant will be used to conduct a Beef Quality Assurance certification course for students at the Land Lab. The program teaches safe handling practices of cattle, as well as proper identification techniques and injection locations. The course will be implemented by Farm Manager Daniel Judkins and Agriculture teacher Jason Brittle.
The IWCS Land Lab is a 30-acre working farm that provides authentic, hands-on learning experiences for students in the agriculture program. The facility includes livestock, pastures, a greenhouse, vegetable garden, and a state-of-the-art barn and classroom building.
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FEATURED AVAILABLE PROPERTY
203 Wimbledon Lane, Smithfield
Multi-tenant office building located in the Town of Smithfield features 2,000 square-feet available for lease. Full-service lease includes daily janitorial services, electricity, natural gas and water. Amenities include common area bathrooms, a galley break room and outdoor deck. Co-tenants include USDA Farm Service Agency and Natural Resources Conservation Service plus the Peanut Soil & Water Conservation District office. Surrounding businesses include Quality Time Child Care, State Farm Insurance, Smithfield Orthodontics and Smithfield Skate & Batting Cages, plus national retailers and restaurants. MORE
Owned and managed by Hallwood Properties – will modify to suit tenant.
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VISIT THE FARMS!
GET LISTED IN THE
2021 FARM TOUR BROCHURE
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The Visit the Farms brochure is being updated for 2021. If you are currently listed in the brochure, please contact us to update or confirm that your information is correct! If you own a farm in Isle of Wight County and offer on-farm sales and/or farm tours and would like to be listed in the revised brochure, please complete this FORM and return it no later than Friday, January 8th.
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The Isle of Wight County Economic Development Team wishes everyone a Happy Holiday Season and a Prosperous New Year!
Chris Morello, Kristi Sutphin, Nicole Talton and Gloria Spratley
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ISLE OF WIGHT COUNTY
757-356-1962
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