2026 February E-News

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February 26, 2026

January Connect Hosted By: Stock Yards Bank & Trust

What a great way to kick off 2026! Even after being postponed and held on Thursday January 22nd, our Stock Yards Bank & Trust Connect went great and had fantastic prizes!

A huge thank you to Stock Yards Bank & Trust for hosting and for their generosity — we truly appreciate your continued support of our Chamber community.

And a special shoutout to On the Rocks Bartending for the delicious food.

Here’s to strong connections and a great year ahead!

Board Retreat

We kicked off our board retreat with great conversations, clear direction, and a shared vision for the future of the Chamber. This time together was all about alignment, leadership, and setting expectations as we prepare for an impactful year ahead.

Huge thank you to Guthrie Opportunity Center for hosting us and providing an amazing space and delicious food.

Shoutout to Ladara Hicks for setting the tone and bringing the energy that made the day both productive and engaging.

And special thanks to Amy Cloud for breaking down board roles and responsibilities in a way that was honest, informative, and empowering.

We are excited about our new board, energized by the ideas shared, and ready to move confidently into 2026 with purpose and momentum.

Upcoming Ribbon Cuttings

No new ribbon cuttings at this time!

Upcoming Events

Young Professionals Network

February 6, 2026

National Civics Bee

Essay Portal is Open!

The Bardstown-Nelson County Chamber of Commerce is partnering with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation to host the National Civics Bee, a nonpartisan competition encouraging 6th, 7th, and 8th graders to engage in civics and contribute to their communities. Students can showcase their civic knowledge and ideas for improving their community for a chance to earn recognition and cash prizes.

Submit your essay today!

The application deadline has been extended to February 17, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. (Hawaii Time).

Click here to access the Essay Portal

February Connect

February 18, 2026

Women's Breakfast

Save The Date

March 13, 2026

Insurance options for Chamber Members

Bardstown-Nelson County Chamber of Commerce Announces Partnership with BluMine Health

Bardstown, KY

The Bardstown-Nelson County Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce our new partnership with BluMine Health, offering a comprehensive healthcare benefit to individuals working for Chamber member businesses. This initiative is part of our ongoing commitment to supporting local businesses and enhancing the well-being of our community.

About the BluMine Health Benefit

Employees of Chamber member businesses, as well as their eligible dependents (ages 2-26 if still considered dependents), can now access BluMine Health’s concierge primary care services. For those not employed by a Chamber member business, individuals can join the Chamber to take advantage of this benefit.

This service provides comprehensive, front-line primary care, including:

Chronic disease management
Annual wellness physicals
Basic lab work and blood draws
Cold/flu treatments and much more

Affordable and Accessible Healthcare

The cost is just $72 per month for a family plan, with a one-time set-up fee. Payments are conveniently set up via ACH and will be deducted on the 23rd of each month.

BluMine Health has multiple care center locations, including right here in Bardstown at 700 Portland Avenue, Suite C. Other locations span across Kentucky and Southern Indiana to provide flexibility and access wherever you are.

Join Today!

Take advantage of this exceptional healthcare benefit by contacting the Bardstown-Nelson County Chamber of Commerce at (502) 348-9545 or via email at chamber@bardstownchamber.com. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to prioritize your health and well-being.

For more information about BluMine Health’s services, visit www.BluMineHealth.com.

Spotlight of the Month

Doug Brink, Realtor with United Real Estate Louisville

The Bardstown-Nelson County Chamber of Commerce would like to recognize Doug Brink, Realtor with United Real Estate Louisville as the Spotlight of the Month.

Doug Brink, Realtor in the Bourbon Capital. Doug has been a Realtor with United Real Estate for 5 years. Prior to that he spent 43 years in the restaurant business. When he hears other realtors talk about stress he just chuckles because the stress of helping people find their dream home is so much better than running 30 restaurants! Doug has been a resident of Bardstown for 15 years and works mainly in Nelson County but is licensed in all of Kentucky so he can help you about anywhere. The thing he likes most about helping people is “that call” when I get to say, we got an offer or your offer was accepted, Its a joy filled moment before the stress of all the steps in the process. Don’t worry that is where Doug excels, the step by step process of educating and navigating through the process. If you are thinking of buying or selling a home contact him to get started. Doug sells on average 30 homes a year so you know you can count on him to get the job done.

Ambassador of the Month

Troy Bullock

Bluegrass Ecomm, LLC

troy.bullock@bluegrassecomm.com

Troy Bullock continues to show his support for the Chamber. He is a faithful Ambassador and continues to help promote the Chamber. Thank you Troy for all the support you have provided for our community.