They’re gon’ put (CHAMBER MEMBER’S NAME GOES HERE) in the movies. They are going to make big stars out of (CHAMBER MEMBER). And all I got to do is act naturally (AND TALK ABOUT THEIR BUSINESS, GROUP OR EVENT).
Well, it isn’t quite like ole Buck Owens sang it, but very soon you will be seeing some of our first episodes of “Chamber Chat” — our new show on the Electric Plant Board’s SmartTV3. This week we spoke with WRUS (both Don Neagle and Chris McGinnis), Ron Barbe with Ventra Plastics, Amanda Pawley with Pawley Studios and Robert White, General Manager of EPB. The shows have been great. The people we have spoken with have been fantastic and I think “Chamber Chat” may actually inform the viewers about local Chamber members while being entertaining (despite the host).
Look for some “Chamber Chat” coming your way by mid-July.
RIBBON-CUTTING FOR BARROW EYE CENTER,
UPCOMING FOR HELPING HANDS
There was a great turnout — we had a tough time fitting all of those who came in the picture — for the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting at Barrow Eye Center this past Wednesday. There was great food, fellowship and those in awe of the building, which we were proud to find out was done by local contractors! Congratulations to Barrow Eye Center and here’s to many more years of success in Logan County.
Also, make plans to attend the Ribbon Cutting ceremony for Helping Hands, a service organization which has opened its doors in Russellville. The Ribbon Cutting will be this next Tuesday (June 30) at 11:30 a.m. at their facility on 1211 Nashville Street, Russellville. This is where the ABC Plumbing used to be located. We want a big crowd out, so clear your calendars and plan on attending.
DON’T FORGET ABOUT LEADERSHIP LOGAN
With school being out of session and people on vacation, it has been easy to forget the deadline for Leadership Logan is drawing near. With only six weeks left until the Aug. 1 deadline, our 2015-16 Leadership Logan Class is only half full. We know there have been several who have asked about the class, but haven’t signed up. Go to www.loganchamber.com and click on the link. We will also be sending out e-invites for Leadership Logan with links on the email to make it easy to find. If you have any trouble finding the link on our site, call Amanda Baker or myself at 270-726-2206 and we will be glad to help you. Leadership Logan is a great opportunity and if you know anyone who has participated, please ask them about it and I’m sure they will tell you how much they learn about Logan County, its businesses and its people.
LOGAN COUNTY FAIR INFO
It is time for the Logan County Fair. There has been a lot of hard work by some dedicated people who are trying to build the Fair back up and make it THE event of the summer in Logan County. Let’s all make plans to come out next month for YOUR Logan County Fair.
Here are some events that are sponsored by Logan County Tourism with some of the sign-up dates. We will have a complete schedule in the next couple of weeks. You can find the complete schedule now on our Facebook page.
Logan County Tourism Presents all of the following events:
Sunday, July 19, from 1:30-5:30 p.m.: An Afternoon of Gospel Singing at the Logan County Extension Complex Ag Pavilion, Free Admission, Concessions available, Bathrooms available, Please bring lawn chairs to ensure seating. Emcee Brent Summers, Singing Chairman Pete Lehman (call: 270-221-0014 for more info) Performances by: The Bilbrey Family Gospel Band @ 1:30 p.m., Mt. Pleasant Gospel Band & Singers @ 2:30 p.m., Wesley Walker, Dale Etheridge, Russ Funk from 3:30-4:30 p.m., Dearmond Family Gospel Band begins @ 4:30 p.m.
Monday, July 20, Karaoke Contest @ Logan County Extension Complex Ag Pavilion, $5 contest entry fee, Registration from 5-6 PM and contest begins at 6 PM. Choose your song from these categories: Country, Bluegrass, Rock & Pop, Blues, Motown, Gospel, Country & Western, Bring your own CD. Bring your lawn chairs to ensure seating. Age divisions for Male & Female singers. Youth 12 years & younger, Teen 13-19 years, Young Adults 20-35 years, Adults 36-60 years, Senior over 60 years. Concessions available, Bathrooms available. For more info: Pete Lehman, 270-221-0014.
Monday, July 20, Little Mr. & Little Miss Logan Fair Pageant, inside the Logan County Extension Complex Office Meeting Room, Pageant begins at 6 PM. Deadline for entry is July 16, 2015. $15.00 entry fee. Each child can bring one adult in free. For All Others: Door Admission $5.00 for anyone over 12 years of age, 12 and under get in free. Categories for boys & girls 0-6 months, 7-12 months, 13-18 months, 19-23 months, 2-3 years, 4-5 years, girls only 6-7 years, 8-10 years, 11-12 years. For entry forms see the Facebook Page for Logan County Tourism or pick up/drop off forms at the Logan County Tourism Office (inside the Historic Old Logan County Courthouse), The Logan County Chamber of Commerce or The Logan County Extension Office. Trophies are being sponsored by Daymar College. Sarah Herron Photography will be there to take pictures of contestants. Emcee will be Marty Marshall. For more info, contact the Logan County Tourism Office at 270-726-1678.
Tuesday, July 21, Ms. Teen & Queen Pageant inside the Logan County Extension Complex Office Meeting Room, Pageant practice will be held Monday, July 20 from 1-3 p.m. for all contestants. Entry deadline is July 10. Entry Forms can be found on the Logan County Tourism Facebook Page or can be picked up/dropped off at the Logan County Tourism Office, the Logan County Chamber of Commerce or the Logan County Extension Office. Teen Pageant will be for girls ages 13-15 years. Queen Pageant will be for girls 16-21 years. Entry fee is $30. Emcee will be Chris McGinnis from WRUS. Sarah Herron Photography will be there to take pictures of contestants. For more info contact the Logan County Tourism Office at 270-726-1678.