Hello Caswell:
Happy February. We look forward to a prosperous 2021 and to servicing our business community here in Caswell. When there is enough content for two separate newsletters in a month, there will be a separate CHAMBER Matters and a CASWELL Matters as in the past. In months when there is not ample content for two, there will be a combined newsletter similar to this one that will go out mid month.
As always, we welcome your input, announcements and content.
Please forward to us as soon as you have it and we will include it as best we can.
Thank you for your ongoing support!
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New Chamber Board Members
Welcome to our new members of the Caswell County Chamber of Commerce Board. The following are new members and will be featured each month in our newsletter updates.
Whitney Brandon
Research & Development, Labcorp
William Crumpton
CEO, Compassion Healthcare
Stephen Harrelson
Retired, ROTC Instructor
Jennifer Hambright
Owner, Beyond the Shadows Counseling
Tonya Pennix
Retired, Professional and Farming Advocate
Meet Whitney Brandon
Whitney Brandon a Caswell Native, grew up in the farming community and has strong agriculture roots. After graduating from Bartlett Yancey and then Lees-McRae College in Banner Elk, NC, Whitney began a career in research and development at Bayer Crop Science and then at BASF. She now works at Labcorp in Research & Development and resides in Yanceyville. In her free time she enjoys spending time with her son Nolan and her horses.
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Chamber Service Spotlight |
A Communications Connector
The Caswell County Chamber of Commerce is here to be of service to the business and overall community. Each month a different service will be highlighted in this section to outline the different ways the Chamber hopes to assist the business community.
This month the focus is on being a 'Communications Connector'. Our goal is to keep our membership as well as the community overall as connected as possible through our different methods of outreach.
Each month this email newsletter serves as a way to connect the community. With it we hope to update you on events and news that are specific to our county.
In addition, a traditional printed newsletter is mailed to the community several times each year. If you want a mailed copy, please email your address.
The Chamber also works to share updates on businesses through articles printed in The Caswell Messenger. If you would like to have your business or organization highlighted, please let us know.
If you have other ideas, or suggestions, please contact us.
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Vaccination Next Phase: Businesses |
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Local area health departments are currently focusing on essential businesses with employees who work within 6 feet of each other/customers and who cannot work remotely.
Please watch your email for notification from the health department regarding this so that you will be informed as to how to protect your employees, customers and business/organizations.
Questions call 336-694-4129.
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In Recognition of Black History Month
In this month of February recognizing the contributions of the black community to the business world cannot go unnoticed.
Caller Id, traffic lights, automatic elevator doors....just a few of the inventions that the world enjoys thanks to the creativity and innovation from African Americans.
Here is a great article that provides a summary of some of the impacts made.
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Closer to home...
See the movie trailer below of prominent African Americans here in Caswell. A documentary film on their lives was developed by several members of the community, Spearheaded by Karen Williamson of the Caswell Council of the Arts, along with Fred Motley. The story was also presented as 'Caswell History Speaks' in a live presentation in 2019.
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More Cheese, Please...
That is what I heard the person on the other end of the phone say when I called to order pizza for takeout. Pizza is all about the cheese for me so I always ask for extra. But I was calling Aunt Millie’s Pizza Subs and Suds and if you are not familiar with them…well let’s just say, they ‘own it’ when it comes to cheese on your pizza.
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CASWELL COUNTY
Small Business Recognition Awards
The Second Annual Small Business Recognition Awards will be presented in April. We are hopeful that the Chamber will be hosting the Annual Member Meeting April 20, 2020; however due to Covid restrictions, further announcements will be forthcoming. Regardless of the event we will want to recognize our special businesses.
Cast your vote for your selections below by April 15.
Winners will be announced in late April.
Here are the award categories.
Advocate Award
2020 Winner - Community Foundation of the Dan River Region. The success of a small business is often dependent on the ecosystem that it is surrounded by. This designation honors an organization that strengthens the community’s small business and community environment. Enter your vote here (note the category).
Community Contributor Award
2020 Winner - County Outreach Ministry. This recognition pays tribute to an organization, that although small, makes a big difference in the lives of others. Nonprofits and for-profits alike can participate in this Enter your vote here (note the category).
Culture Creator Award
2020 Winner - Caswell Family Medical Center. Creating a company culture is not just for large companies. This small business is intentional by investing in the development and well being of its employees. Enter your vote here. (note the category)
Emerging Entrepreneur Award
2020 Winner: Lillard's Family Restaurant. The kudos will go to a young professional (under age 40) who is shaking up the small business space in our community. Enter your vote here.(note the category)
Thank you for your participation. If you have any questions, please fee free to contact the Chamber. 336-694-6106.
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Upcoming Ribbon Cuttings
Whiskers Stitching
38 Main Street, Downtown Yanceyville. Offering embroidery services. Join us for an opening celebration on March 1, 2021. Special guest from the tv show the Moonshiners will be there.
PCC - Science Center at Caswell
At the Caswell PCC Campus, a new science facility is almost ready to be opened! Please stay tuned for the opening date and we will have details for the announcement.
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Neighbors Helping Neighbors...
Thomas Brothers Oil company recently provided the County Outreach Ministry with $2000 to assist with providing meals to the Caswell community.
With all the turmoil in our world, it is great to see our community working together to help each other out together.
If you have acts of kindness that we can share, please let us know as we would like to help spread the word. Thank you!
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Strengthening Our Community For Caswell's Youth
Families and educators in Caswell County have been balancing remote learning with work schedules, internet access issues, and countless other challenges. Most all of them could use a helping hand so a number of community partners are working to help. READ MORE to:
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Find public and student internet access offered by community partners
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Find free, local tutoring provided by community partners
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Connect with others who want to create a nurturing, healthy community for our children by registering HERE for the monthly Healthy Spaces - Youth Opportunities Conversations.
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If you have items you'd like the American Pickers to consider, be sure to call or email them at the number/address below in the flyer. |
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Farmer's Market 2021
It's time to start planning for this year's market! Since it's not yet safe for us to meet in person, the business we usually address at the annual vendors' meeting will be addressed via emails.
Like last year, CCLFC will not erect the big white tent and vendors will provide their own. We will follow CDC recommendations, whatever they are during the market season. To participate or for more information contact us.
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Thank you to our 2021 sponsors! |
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Our Mission:
Our mission is to be the lead catalyst for positive change in the community by meeting educational, networking, marketing and advocacy needs of our businesses, farms, and entrepreneurs creating the best community in which to live, work and do business.
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