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Incorporated as a cooperative, KanOkla Networks is owned by its local phone service members and cares about the rural communities, making today's technology possible. The company's mission statement is "To improve the lives of our members and KanOkla communities." KanOkla Networks lives by this each day to bring the best communications technology to rural America.
KanOkla has diversified over the years to expand its technology offerings such as Wireless Internet across south central Kansas and north central Oklahoma, Website design and hosting, Graphic/Media design, Home Security, Pioneer Cellular agent, Retail Store with a variety of grills, rubs, spices & accessories, Computer Sales and Service, IT/Networking services, Fiber to the Home Internet with speeds up to 100mb, Landline Phone & Long Distance service in KanOkla territories, and business phone systems. This diversification has helped KanOkla Networks prepare for the future of technology.
Thursday, August 23rd
10:00 AM
Winfield Chamber
123 E. 9th Ave.
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2018 Chamber Coffee Schedule
Please mark these dates in your calendar and plan to attend to network and hear from other members!
August 23
KanOkla Networks
September 27
Winfield Chiropractic Relief & Wellness
October 25
RCB Bank
November 15
USD #465
December 20
Union State Bank & Cumbernauld Village
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2018 Chamber Dinner & Auction
Thank you to all of the sponsors, donors, waiters, and volunteers who helped with our annual dinner and auction fundraiser! Because of your support, the event was a huge success!
2018 Dinner and Auction Sponsors:
Agora Architecture
Best Western Plus Patterson Park Inn
Bing Brothers
Citizens Bank of Kansas
CPA Solutions
Community National Bank & Trust
Cowley College
Cowley CourierTraveler
Graves Drug
Family Wealth Management
Husky Liners
JP Weigand
Merle Snider Motors
Miles Funeral Service
PrairieLand Partners
RCB Bank
Rubbermaid
Skinsations, Inc.
Southwestern College
Twin Rivers Developmental Supports
Union State Bank
William Newton Hospital
Winfield Motor Company
MOST TIPS EARNED
Captain America & The American Dream
AKA Ricci Tucker & Barbi Goldsmith
MOST ENTERTAINING
Cruella De Vil & Dalmation
AKA Laikyn Beckner & Elizabeth Poovey
BEST COSTUME
Tonya Harding & Nancy Kerrigan
AKA Alexis Miers & Jaci Littrell
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Resources
- Visit the chamber's website for all of your business and community needs:
www.winfieldchamber.org
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Chamber Activities this Week
Chamber Board Meeting
Monday, August 20, Noon, Chamber office
Convention & Tourism Funding Review Meeting
Wednesday, August 22, 1:00 PM, Chamber office
Chamber Coffee hosted by KanOkla Networks
Thursday, August 23, 10:00 AM, Chamber office
Upcoming Chamber Activities
CCTA Meeting
Tuesday, August 28, 11:30 AM, ???
Lunch Bites Series: State of Cowley County
Thursday, August 30, Noon, $10, Community Center at Baden Square, 700 Gary St.
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July Chamber Champion
JP Long CPA, LLC
Jill Long of JP Long CPA, LLC, was selected as the July Chamber Champion in recognition of her long time dedication to the chamber and her many hours of service for the community.
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2018 Lunch Bites Series
Mark the following dates down on your calendar for the annual Lunch Bites Series! Area leaders will give a presentation over a catered lunch.
August 30
State of Cowley County*
presented by County Commissioner Alan Groom
Community Center at Baden Square
700 Gary St.
October 4
State of USD 465
Winfield Area Chamber of Commerce
All presentations are at Noon.
Lunch is $10.
*Indicates these luncheons are co-hosted by the Arkansas City Area Chamber of Commerce and the Winfield Area Chamber of Commerce.
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1025 The River has generously decided to match every dollar new chamber members spend on advertising for the first three months!
Spread the word about this great opportunity! Applications for Chamber Membership can be found online at WinfieldChamber.org or at the Chamber office at 123 E. 9th.
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Young Professionals of Cowley County
Thanks to Emily Hedges for helping us with writing press releases and working with us on marketing techniques for our events! Stay tuned for another workshop in the winter!
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July 2018 Labor Market Report
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BEST Events & Promotions
Bluegrass Blowout
Tuesday, September 11th
2-5:30 PM
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Winfield Main Street
SAVE THE DATE
Winfield Main Street Downtown Hamburger Feed & Music Crawl
Tuesday, September 11
5:30 PM
Downtown Businesses - The deadline to hire musicians and get on the poster is THURSDAY, August 30!
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Vike-Connected
Wednesday- Aug 22
First day of School for all Students
Friday- Aug 24
Blue/White "Meet the Vikings" 5:00-8:30pm @ WHS/Jantz Stadium
Saturday- Aug 25
V Volleyball Inv @ WHS 8:00am
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The Winfield Area Chamber of Commerce is a local chamber without ties to either the Kansas or the U.S. Chambers of Commerce. We believe that being independent allows us the best opportunity to serve our members with an unbiased approach to issues that are important to the local communities where we serve.
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Community Events
Walnut Valley Farmers Market
Saturday, August 25, 7:30 AM, Island Park Entrance, 200 Main St.
2018 Community Food Pantry Fun Run
Saturday, August 25, 8:00 AM, $25, Island Park, 200 N. Main St.,
Register here
UNCORK the MUSIC CONCERT SERIES: Kris Lager
Saturday, August 25, Doors open @ 7:00 PM, Show @ 8:00 PM, $20 per car, Wheat State Wine Co., 23622 Springhill Farm Dr.
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News from Chamber Members
Please help us promote your business by sending us information to include in this section! Email information to
[email protected] and we will add it to this email blast. Information will need to be received each Friday by noon in order to be included in the following week's news.
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Lynn Street Bungalow is the perfect place for family and friends to stay when they visit Winfield. It also works great for work related stays with Wi Fi, copier and a workspace available.
Lynn Street Bungalow
Teri Spengler-Andreas
620-229-4306
Charming two bedroom, two bath bungalow built in 1925. All original wood floors. Existing bath completely remodeled with a deep antique bathtub with shower. New bathroom with a walk-in shower en suite to master bedroom which is the "Bluegrass Room". The "Sunflower Wheat Room" is slightly larger with new king beds in both bedrooms. Fully stocked kitchen with basic cooking supplies provided. Security system with keyless entry. TV with DVD in living room and smart TV's in both bedrooms. Washer and drier available in the basement. You can relax on the front porch with you morning cup of coffee. Enjoy the lighted patio with firepit to toast your marshmellows for your smores or just staying warm.
Upon arrival enjoy homemade muffins and breads as well as coffee and tea provided by College Hill Coffee located only two blocks away. The Lynn Street Bungalow is located on a quiet street within walking distance to Southwestern College, Baden Square, the Winfield Public Library, William Newton Memorial Hospital, Physicians Pavilion and Winfield Fitness center. Wi-Fi with 2g and 5g access.
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HOST FAMILIES
are needed for high school exchange students for the 2018-19 school year. The students will arrive from Europe, Asia, and South America in August 2018 and will stay with the host family until the end of the school year. They are in need of caring American families to provide a home and share with them this unique experience. The host family provides a bed, meals, friendship, understanding, and a genuine desire to share the American way of life with a student from overseas. The students speak English, are covered by medical insurance, and have spending money for their personal expenses. For more information, please call Michelle Forsberg at 316-734-8198 or email her at [email protected]. You may also check us out at www.hostwithgreenheart.org.
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