Chamber of Commerce Chatter

HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY! We made it through January, the longest coldest month of the year it seems. The days are getting longer and spring is inching it’s way closer all the time! It’s February already. February is the month of the heart. We will be giving and receiving hearts for Valentine’s Day, but it’s also a great month to have your heart checked! We want every one of you to be at the heart of our community for many years to come! Check in with your healthcare provider to be sure your heart is doing it’s job correctly.

 

What will you be getting your Valentine this year? A Card? Flowers? Candy? Clothes? Sweet Treats? A Special Dinner? Gift Cards? We have so many options for you to choose from right here in town! Check out the shelves of the local businesses for great gift ideas. If you don’t see what you want, ASK!! The local businesses will give you the best attention and service you are looking for. Be sure to SHOP LOCAL this Valentine’s Day and every day. Local businesses are the backbone of our community and we want them to remain strong! If you will be going out to eat, be sure to make your reservations early as the available spots will fill up fast.

 

The St. Patrick’s Day Celebration is right around the corner now! The theme this year is “250 Years of Irish Spirit(s)”. 2026 marks the 250th birthday of the United States. The official shirts will be on sale by the end of the month. Get your parade entry filled out and returned to the chamber office by March 12th. There is one inside the newsletter for your use. We are now taking nominations for the Community Service, Customer Service and Community Ambassador Awards, until March 1st. Send your nomination to lauri@oneillchamber.com. Be sure to include a brief write up telling why you feel that person deserves the award. I have started on the list of activities and events for the celebration also. If your organization is planning to host something during the celebration, please send me the information before February 17th so we can get the posters put together. We want to be sure we get them out plenty ahead of time! Be watching for details