Shown in the photo above is the A B.I.G. Day winning team of Wings, Etc. Wings shot a 49 to claim top prize in the golf outing. Second place went to First Federal Savings Bank and third place to Insurance Management Group, both shooting a 52. Pictured above are the members of the Wings Etc. team, from left, Bryan Burcroff, Lee Cutting, Jason Parke, Zach Kindler, Garin Stephan and Darik Sands. | Chamber names A B.I.G. Day winners | |
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The Chamber of Commerce held its A B.I.G. Day golf outing on Wednesday, September 13 at the Maple Grove Golf Course. The first-place winning team was Wings, Etc. shooting a 49. Second place went to First Federal Savings Bank and third place, Insurance Management Group, both shooting a 52.
Closest to the pin for men was Jamie Squires from Lakeside Chevrolet and for women, Laura Shideler, TCR. Longest putt went to Kyle Felton, Duke Energy, while Zach Kindler, Wings, Etc. won longest drive for men and Laura Shideler, TCR for women. Garin Stephan, Wings, Etc., won the putting green contest. The skins game was shared between Wings, Etc. and Complete Drywall & Texture, Inc.
Back by popular demand, the Chamber had a hole allowing golfers to take their turn launching their drive using an AR-15 rifle. The gun owner/instructor was Scott Howell, Burke's Sewer Service, shown in the photo. Pictured shooting the rifle is Michelle Bunker of the Insurance Management Group team.
The Chamber would like to take this time to thank all of our sponsors, volunteers, golfers and Maple Grove Golf Course for making this year's event so successful. We could not do this without all of your support. Thank you!
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Promote your business, service or project!
Huntington County Coffee Connections
Wednesday, October 4, 8 a.m.
Habecker Dining Commons, Huntington University
Coffee and conversation free!
A great way to grow your business and make new friends!
Huntington County Coffee Connections
has become a favorite Chamber event!
Free to everyone, no reservations needed.
Come often and don’t forget to bring a friend!
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.99 CENTS COFFEE UNTIL 11 A.M.
Blue Sky House of Pancakes
2865 Guilford Street, Huntington, IN
(260) 200-1029
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!
FOR ALL CUSTOMERS
While supplies last!
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HAULING & CLEANING!
Junk King
2701 Alma Avenue, Fort Wayne, IN
(260) 909-8132
Get rid of all that 'stuff' you no longer want
or need by giving them a call.
$20 Off Any Job
$25 Off Junk King Mini
$50 Off Full Truck Load
Cannot be combined with any other offer.
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MEDIA! MARKETING! MESSAGING
Smiley Face Media
www.smileyfacemedia.com
(260) 519-2952
25% OFF ALL RETAINER SERVICES
Social Media Management and Content
HUNTINGTON COUNTY ONLY
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$10 OFF!
Wheeler Mechanical Services
309 Diamond Avenue, Columbia City, IN
(260) 244-6328
$10 off plumbing or HVAC service call.
CHAMBER MEMBERS ONLY
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Constitution Day celebrated September 16 &17 | |
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Constitution Day 2023 will be celebrated at two locations on two separate days, September 16 and 17. The Zurcher Auditorium, on the campus of Huntington University, will be the location on Saturday, September 16. The Sunday, September 17 spot will be the Courthouse Rotunda.
The committee of Constitution Day is bringing presenters that represent Paul Revere, left, George Washington, center, and Samuel Huntington for this year's events. You will not want to miss the presentations.
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Celebrating our rich history ...
Happy 175th Birthday Huntington!
The City of Huntington will celebrate its birthday on Constitution Day, September 17, 2023. This weekend will be a delightful celebration of re-enactment over two days with presenters representing our community’s beginnings. The town of Huntington was incorporated February 16, 1848 making our community a total of 175 years old with the City established September 17, 1873.
Huntington was named for Samuel Huntington, shown in the photo, a congressman from Connecticut, who signed the first United States Constitution. The country we know today was formed by this Constitution, drafted in 1787.
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Pizza Junction open again for inside dining | |
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Pizza Junction announced on Thursday that inside dining is back at the restaurant. The restaurant is located at 201 Court Street and has been closed due to a fire in May 2022.
The restaurant owners made the announcement by saying the restaurant will be open inside Tuesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Come in and dine with them or place your order by calling (260) 356-4700, or visit them on Facebook.
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Halloween decorating contest registration opens | |
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Calling all local haunters! As part of its demisemiseptcentennial festivities, the City of Huntington has announced its 2023 Halloween Decorating Contest. Register your home or business today.
The categories are: Bloody Good: This category is for those who like to haunt in the spirit of horror movies. Bewitching: Gothic beauty or quirky stories told with skeletons. This category is for haunters who ask, “What would Morticia do?” Boo-tiful: Cute cartoon characters or ghosts with grins. Think G-rated haunts. Business: Best overall business.
Register your home or business anytime from September 15 through October 7. Judging will take place October 23 to 25, and winners in each category will receive prizes and signage to proudly display in their yard and/or business. Additional prizes will be given for Best in Show and Mayor's Choice.
Registration forms, tour maps and winner details (when available) will be posted online at the city’s website huntington.in.us/city and hauntedhuntington.com.
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Travis Penrod joins First Federal Savings Bank
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First Federal Savings Bank is pleased to announce that Travis Penrod has joined the bank. Penrod has been hired as senior vice president and chief financial officer.
Penrod earned a Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree from Manchester College. He holds licensing in the State of Indiana as a CPA. Penrod also brings over 18 years of financial service industry experience to First Federal Savings Bank along with 10 years’ experience as a CFO.
Penrod and his wife, Laura, live in Andrews with their sons, Austin and Hudson. They attend St. Paul’s County Line Church and participate in the New Life Food Ministry. Penrod volunteers by coaching basketball for the YMCA’s Kim League, Junior Vikings Boys Basketball and Andrews Elementary. Additionally he has coached Huntington County Baseball.
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Shown in the photo above is Adrian Halverstadt, left, Boys & Girls Club of Huntington County board president, and Mandy Reber, CEO, Huntington County Boys & Girls Club signing the contract with Felderman Design Build. | |
Parkview Boys & Girls Club to break ground | |
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The Parkview Boys & Girls Club of Huntington County is excited to announce that an expansion will soon begin for a new Career Prep Center addition to their Parkview facility. The board of directors has signed a contract with Felderman Design Build, allowing them to begin work this month. They are very excited to have this partnership as they begin this important journey towards a new addition to serve more Tweens (ages 11-12 years-old), and teens of Huntington County.
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First Federal Savings Bank donates to YMCA | |
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The Parkview Huntington Family YMCA is continuing to work towards creating a fun educational environment for preschoolers in Huntington County. At the beginning of the school year the YMCA Preschool staff gave the students reusable travel bags that were donated to the school by First Federal Savings Bank. These bags will be used to help the students travel home with their artwork and letter pages each day.
First Federal Savings Bank strives to enhance the community around them through charity and service.
Shown in the photo are Amanda Stroup, left, marketing director and mortgage lender at First Federal Savings Bank; Grayson Bartrom, Kane Hissong and Karen Teusch, director of Early Childhood Development at the Parkview Huntington Family YMCA.
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Indiana Chamber names Sinders next CEO | |
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The Indiana Chamber of Commerce on Thursday announced Vanessa Green Sinders as its next president and CEO. Sinders currently leads her own consulting firm in Indianapolis and previously served as senior vice president for government affairs at Charter Communications.
Sinders will succeed Kevin Brinegar, who is retiring in early January after 20 years leading the organization. She will become the first woman to serve as president and CEO in the Chamber’s history. She has a bachelor’s degree in government from Dartmouth College.
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Shown in the photo above, from left, are Dustin Cuttriss, Beacon's president/CEO; Kelly Stuber, community relations specialist for Beacon; Megan Callahan, district member center manager for Beacon, and Amber Miller, corporate gift officer for Riley Children's Hospital. | |
BCU raises $40,000 for Riley Children's Hospital | |
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Through the generous efforts of employees and the membership, Beacon Credit Union's annual fundraising drive for Riley Children's Foundation brought in $40,000. Community events included DeKalb County Dancing with the Stars, candy bar sales, penny pinching wars and food truck sales along with other creative efforts that were organized throughout the year to help raise funds for pediatric research and enhanced treatments which Riley provides to the children of Indiana.
"It's an honor for Beacon Credit Union and its membership to support an organization that provides children an opportunity for a healthier future," said Dustin Cuttriss, president/CEO of Beacon. "Our communities are blessed to have life-changing pediatric care right here in Indiana. It's very meaningful to everyone here at the Credit Union."
The hospital's foundation offers hope to thousands of families seeking help for seriously ill and injured children; help that only Riley Hospital for Children can provide. The hospital opened in 1924 as the state's first hospital exclusively for children, and is home to the state's largest pediatric research program. Beacon Credit Union is a proud supporter of Riley Children's Foundation and the hope and care they bring to families.
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The Premise Health Center care team joined Gary Shearer, PHP, Gail Doran, PHP and Stu Clark, Premise Health, for a ribbon cutting at the new facility as it opened on September 12. | |
PHP opens exclusive Premise Health Center | |
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Physicians Health Plan of Northern Indiana (PHP) opened an exclusive primary care center yesterday operated by national primary care company Premise Health. The Premise Health Center in Fort Wayne will care for a select segment of PHP’s health plan clients and membership.
PHP is the first local health plan in Indiana to offer employers and members a plan with exclusive primary care access. Additional centers throughout PHP’s footprint will be considered with successful operation of the Fort Wayne location.
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Roanoke Fall Market, Stein Streak September 23 | |
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Join us for a special Roanoke Fall Market and Stein Streak hosted by the Roanoke Chamber of Commerce and Trubble Public House. The event will take place on Saturday, September 23 from 3 to 8 p.m.
Trubble Public House will host a 2, 4 and 6-mile run beginning at 3 p.m., a beer garden and outdoor concert featuring Debutants with other musical guests including Davis Ray. The Roanoke Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a farmers' and artisan market.
Ready to run? For race details and registration, visit the link here.
Interested in being a vendor? The market is accepting handmade, homemade and homegrown vendor applicants. Visit the link here to apply.
View the event flyer here.
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YSB to hold open house on September 28 | |
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Plan to attend the Youth Services Bureau's (YSB) open house on Thursday, September 28. The event will run from 4 to 6 p.m. at their 1344 Maple Drive location.
The Youth Services Bureau is celebrating its 36th anniversary this year and invites all past board members and the community in for the celebration. They plan to have light refreshments and tours of the facility.
Staff and board members will be available for questions, and the Steven L. Bailey & Friends of the Youth award will be presented at 5:30 p.m.
For more information about the open house call the YSB at (260) 356-9681, email Jan Williams at [email protected], or visit them on the web at ysbofhuntington.com.
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Waters of Huntington to celebrate September 28 | |
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The Waters of Huntington has planned an End of Summer Picnic on Thursday, September 28 from 4 to 6 p.m. Their facility is located at 1500 Grant Street, Huntington.
The healthcare facility has planned a carnival experience that will include free entry, free food and games. They are hoping to have a dunk tank so they can raise money to donate to a charitable Dementia organization.
The Waters of Huntington is also planning a community trick or treating event on October 26 from 6 to 8 p.m. More information will be distributed at a later date.
To learn more about the End of Summer Picnic or their upcoming trick or treating event, contact them at (260) 356-5713 or visit them on the web at watersofhuntington.com/.
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Cook & Belle in concert on September 29 | |
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Join the Warren Area Chamber of Commerce on Friday, September 29 for their outdoor concert at Riverside Park, 126 E. First Street in Warren. This concert will feature Cook & Belle.
Cook & Belle is a 60’s, 70’s and country band. The concert is sponsored by Citizens Telephone Corporation.
All concerts are rain or shine. In case of rain, the concert will be held in the Knight-Bergman Center gym at 132 N. Nancy Street. Don't forget to bring a chair and blanket.
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Managing concerns about falls starts October 2 | |
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Have you turned down a chance to go out with family or friends because you were concerned about falling? Have you cut down on a favorite activity because you might fall? If so, A Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns about Falls is a program for you.
A Matter of Balance is designed to reduce the fear of falling and increase activity levels among older adults. Participants learn to set realistic goals to increase activity, change their environment to reduce fall risk factors, and learn simple exercise to increase strength and balance.
Purdue Extension Huntington County is partnering with the Council on Aging to bring A Matter of Balance to you. The free 8-week class begins October 2 and will meet each Monday at 1 p.m. at the Senior Center. Pre-registration is required. Please reserve a seat by calling the Extension Office at (260) 358-4826 or emailing [email protected].
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Huntington Tails & Trails to be held October 7 | |
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It’s tails. It’s trails. It’s the Huntington Tails & Trails Festival, where there is something for everyone, including man’s best friend. Huntington Tails & Trails will feature a 5K and 1 Mile Dog Walk. The event will be held at Evergreen Park on Saturday, October 7.
Sign up for the 5K or the 1 Mile Dog Walk that will follow a beautiful trail with views of the Wabash River and Wildflower Prairies.
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Chili Cook-Off
Saturday, October 14
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Hier's Park Community Building
Whether you want to cook and compete, or just want to eat. Come on down and join us for a whole lot of fun!
Proceeds will go to the building fund.
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The Bee Hive to hold Bee’zarre on October 21 | |
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The Bee Hive will hold their Autumn Bee'zarre on Saturday, October 21. The hours of the event are from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Bee Hive is located at 5386 W 200 S.
Local artisan vendors will return making this one of the best events for finding that unique gift for a loved one just in time for Christmas or even finding something for yourself. All of our vendors’ crafts are handmade, grown, raised and/or designed making their items truly unique.
You must try our amazing Honey Sweet Root Beer Floats! The Bee Hive will have fully stocked shelves with new seasonal scented products and holiday themed products. Stay tuned to see who will be coming and what will be new.
Mark your calendars now and make plans to attend. This is an outdoor Fall day event, so come out rain or shine and support your local artisans?
Enjoy food from JB's Cuisine Machine and hear music from Space Junk as you shop. Follow the event on Facebook.
You can reach The Bee Hive at (260) 468-2657 or by email at [email protected].
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Purchase tickets for dinner for October 28 | |
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Huntington Theatre Guild Act II will be hosting their upcoming murder mystery dinner, "To Wake the Dead" on Saturday, October 28 in Habecker Dining Hall at Huntington University.
Renowned mystery writer Fred Finnegan has died and all his friends have gathered at his wake. His agent, Lenord Elmore, presides over the wake along with Fred's widow Joyce. Also in attendance are all of Fred's old friends: ex-police Chief Wambaugh. Danny Runyon, a reformed "wise guy" and Peaches Marie Crabtree. Agatha Fletcher, a news reporter from the Associated Wire. The 'Fredrick Finnegan Fan Club' is also present.
The wake starts off normally, but the circumstances of Freddie's death keep coming into question. The one guest who would appreciate answers is Fred himself because he is also there - in spirit -literally.
Only the nerd-ish fanboy Clyde Barker has the gift to "hear" dead people. Can Freddie use Clyde to find out what happened? There is a ghost of a chance. Was it someone at the wake? He's dying to find out.
Tickets: Include dinner and admittance to the show. Tickets are available for $40 online only at the link below. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.
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