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Yesterday, we held a ribbon cutting for the transformed Mount Union Riverwalk! With beautiful enhancements and thoughtful upgrades, this stunning riverside space is now better than ever.
What's news:
- Improved paths and walkways, making the Riverwalk more accessible and welcoming.
- Enhanced lighting and landscaping - brining beauty and safety together.
- Upgrades that support both daily visitors and special events.
We want to send a huge thank you to everyone involved - from local leadership to community members - for their vision and commitment to this project. Thanks to your contributions, Mount Union residents and visitors alike will enjoy a refreshed, more inviting Riverwalk for years to come.
Go see the upgrades for yourself - take a stroll, spend some time along the river, and experience the new Mount Union Riverwalk!
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Pa. lawmakers say budget plan is imminent, without details — again
Jaxon White, LNP
September 10, 2025
Finger-pointing continues in the state Capitol, as lawmakers are mired in the third month without a state spending plan. Democrats and Republicans insisted — again — this week that a potential deal is near, though details remain scarce. Senate Majority Leader Joe Pittman, R-Indiana, said Wednesday negotiators have reached the point that could allow “a budget agreement to be finalized within the next several days.” But he said “there is no global agreement on a budget deal, as several fiscal and policy issues remain outstanding.” He did not elaborate on what those issues are. House Appropriations Chairman Jordan Harris, D-Philadelphia, shared a similar sentiment during the committee’s meeting on Wednesday. Though the House panel advanced a Senate bill that would maintain the state budget at last year’s levels, Harris made it clear that House Democrats do not support the freeze. He said his committee moved the bill only so Democrats could amend with figures agreed to in a final budget deal, which he said is expected “in the near future.” The legislators’ back-and-forth comments come as state government payments remain frozen for school districts, counties, and health and human services programs until Pennsylvania’s budget is signed into law. None of the negotiators has given many insights into what policy disagreements have kept them from agreeing on a budget, which was due by the start of the fiscal year on July 1.
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On Wednesday, we gathered at the gorgeous Shenecoy Sportsmen for our 10th Annual Sporting Clay Tournament - and what a perfect day it was! Participants enjoyed friendly competition, beautiful views, and a delicious post-tournament meal catered by Cassville Country Store.
Congratulations to our winners:
Top Gun Team - Tuscarora Rigging, Inc.
Top Gun Male - Howie Nelson
Top Gun Female - Kim Carbaugh
Of course, in true Chamber fun, even the team with the fewest shots received a special prize - squirt guns to "improve their aim" for next year!
A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for this relaxing, enjoyable afternoon and an extra shoutout to our amazing sponsors for making this day possible:
Dinner Sponsor - Brenneman's Meat Market
Prize Sponsor - Strickler's Ice, Bottled Water, & Cold Beer
Beverage Sponsor - Keller Engineers, Inc.
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PA Senate passes bill to create veteran-owned business logo to help consumers find, promote small businesses
Tri State Alert
September 10, 2025
With bipartisan support, the Senate on Wednesday passed legislation sponsored by Sen. Camera Bartolotta (R-46) to support veterans' entrepreneurial efforts by creating a logo that highlights Pennsylvania's veteran-owned businesses. Senate Bill 64 would authorize the creation of a special logo to promote veteran-owned businesses. To be eligible, a business must be registered with the Department of State and at least 51% of the ownership interest must be held by a veteran, reservist or member of the National Guard. "As a former small-business owner, I know firsthand that starting and sustaining a business is anything but simple. I was fortunate to face those hurdles without also carrying the weight of post-tramatic stress or the challenge of transitioning back to civilian life after military service. Our veterans do both," Bartolotta said. "We owe it to them to provide every possible opportunity for success." The bill now moves to the House of Representative for consideration.
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Join the Huntingdon County Historical Society for the 4th Annual Evening of Huntingdon History on Sunday, Sept. 21, from 5-9 p.m. at B&D Acres in Tyrone, Pa.
Enjoy a barbecue dinner, contra dancing led by Bruce Young, and live Irish and Scottish music from Callanish.
Tickets start at $10. Learn more at huntingdonhistory.org.
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The Future of Employer-Sponsored Healthcare
As we move into the later stages of 2025, employer-sponsored healthcare is undergoing a dramatic transformation driven by technology, cost pressures, and shifting workforce expectations. Traditional models focused solely on insurance coverage are giving way to holistic, data-driven strategies that prioritize prevention, personalization, and accessibility.
The rise in virtual care has redefined the healthcare experience and telemedicine, once a convenience, is now a cornerstone of care delivery. Employers are increasingly adopting virtual-first health plans, combining digital platforms with in-person networks to improve engagement and lower costs.
Another major trend is the integration of mental and behavioral health services. In the wake of the pandemic and growing awareness of stress and burnout, companies are embedding mental health solutions directly into their benefits ecosystem…from on-demand counseling to manager mental health training. Additionally, wearable health technology and AI-driven analytics are enabling real-time monitoring of employee well-being, allowing for more proactive interventions.
The Huntingdon County Chamber of Commerce offers its members access to My Benefit Advisor as a solution for employee benefits, including voluntary offerings. For more information about My Benefit Advisor, visit our website at hccc.mybenefitadvisor.com or contact Craig Pritts at (800) 377-3536.
| | We're excited to announce that we've once again partnered with Dale Carnegie to provide essential training for our members! This will be a FREE virtual session on September 23 from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. | | |
Interested in advertising in our enews?
Contact MacKenzie at mhuntsman@huntingdonchamber.com.
The cost is $25.00; $10.00 for 501(3) organizations. Yearly rates are available.
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Business After Hours
Thursday, September 18, 2025
5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Mutual Benefit Group
Dale Carnegie: Time Management Virtual Seminar
Tuesday, September 23, 2025
12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Annual Awards Gala
Thursday, October 2, 2025
5:30 p.m. Reception
6:00 p.m. Dinner
Trophy Mountain Lodge
Budget & Legislative Update
Coffee Connection
Wednesday, November 5, 2025
7:45 - 9:00 a.m.
Huntingdon Country Club
Business After Hours
Thursday, November 6, 2025
5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Stuckey Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
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Seminar: Designing Space for Humans: How community principles help attract, retain & empower every generation
Thursday, November 13, 2025
9:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Comfort Inn
Talent Discovery Workshop
Friday, November 14, 2025
7:45 - 9:00 a.m.
Huntingdon County Career & Technology Center
Small Business Saturday
Saturday, November 29, 2025
State of the County Address
Coffee Connection
Thursday, February 19, 2026
7:45 - 9:00 a.m.
Huntingdon Country Club
Women's Conference
Friday, March 13, 2025
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Location TBA
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Did you know........
Small businesses represent the largest segment by number of most local chamber membership rolls. Results in the research study by The Shapiro Group, Inc. and Market Street indicate the impact of local chamber membership on small businesses is very powerful. If a consumer knows a small business is a member of its local chamber, the business enjoys a 44 percent increase in its consumer favorability rating, a 51 percent increase in consumer awareness, a 57 percent increase in its local reputation and a 63 percent increase in the likelihood that consumers will patronize the business in the future.
Research indicates that chamber membership stimulates business-to-business commerce in the local community. Other businesses in town are more likely to do business with you and your company if you are a member of the local chamber. Because a major part of a small business typically comes from business-to-business services, it is essential to maintain a positive standing within the local business community.
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