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Mission statement: The Chillicothe Ross Chamber of Commerce promotes economic and community development by addressing issues important to business.
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Volume 4, Issue 46 Friday, August 4, 2006 This Week's Sponsors
Click here to see the visitors' bureau calendar of local events Chamber Calendar Monday, August 7: Chamber on the radio, WBEX 1490 AM, 8:35 a.m. Wednesday, August 16: Business After Business, the Majestic Theatre courtyard, 5-7 p.m. BAB registration. Monday, August 21: Executive Committee, chamber, 8 a.m. Monday, August 21: Governmental Affairs Committee, chamber, 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, August 22: Leadership Chillicothe Ross Steering Committee, chamber, 3:30 p.m. Thursday, August 24: Board of Directors, at Police Athletic League (formerly McArthur Elementary School), Columbus Street, noon. Friday, August 25: Accurate Heating and Cooling ribbon cutting at new headquarters on U.S. 23 at River Road, 4 p.m. Wednesday, August 30: Kay Frances presents "Laugh ... Just for the Health of It" at the Workforce Academy; noon-2 p.m., Ross County Service Center, lunch included, $5; Workforce Academy registration Monday, September 4: Office closed for Labor Day Wednesday, September 6: Membership Luncheon sponsored by Horizon Chillicothe Telephone; speaker Bob Eichenberg, Athens County Planner and part owner of Eclipse Company Town, 11:30 a.m., Chillicothe Country Club. Membership Luncheon reservation Thursday, September 14: Young Professionals Network, guest speaker Councilman Eric Rinehart on issues facing City Council; 5:30-7 p.m., Chillicothe Country Club, $5, reservations to be taken online and by phone shortly. Tuesday, September 19: A Reception with the Candidates, 7-8:30 p.m., Ross County Service Center. Thursday, September 28: Annual Chamber Golf Outing, Crown Hill Golf Course near Williamsport, Golf outing reservations Wednesday, November 15: Chamber Annual Expo, Elks Hall on West Second Street, details coming in August; this also serves as the Business After Business.
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Progress barometer holding steady In one gauge of economic activity, Chillicothe and Ross County are showing signs of maintaining a torrid pace set a year ago. The value and number of commercial building permits issued the first six months of this year trail only slightly the activity of a year ago, with one major exception. The city department issued 106 permits with a construction value of $10.3 million the first half of this year compared with 104 permits with a value of $34.9 million the first half of 2005. Take away the one permit for $26 million for the high school renovation and activity actually is up. At the county department, 70 permits with a value of $5.7 million were issued January through June this year compared to 69 permits for $6.5 million a year ago.
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CELEBRITY IN OUR MIDST: No doubt Willie and Jean Kerney, from K&C
Educational ANOTHER CHURCH PLANNING MAJOR EXPANSION: Tabernacle Baptist Church at Main and Hickory streets submitted plans to the city for a new addition of 19,407 square feet with another entrance off East Second Street. The $1.6 million plans include a stage-basketball court area, places for youth activities and offices. This comes on the heels of the new construction for Chillicothe Baptist Church off U.S. 35 near High Street. CANDIDATES INVITED TO A RECEPTION, NOT A DEBATE: The chamber's Governmental Affairs Committee this year wants candidates in the Nov. 7 election to know about the issues facing business. That's why an informal reception is set for Tuesday, Sept. 19 rather than the previous practice of a debate-style format for the candidates. Candidates in all statewide races (including governor), district, regional and local races have been invited to hear from chamber members. The setting will give chamber members a chance to chat one-on-one and in small groups with the people who will be leading our government in the years to come. The event is 7-8:30 p.m. in the Ross County Service Center.
COUNCILMAN TO ADDRESS YOUNG PROFESSIONALS: Eric Rinehart will discuss issues facing Chillicothe City Council as well as the legislative process in general at the next meeting of the Young Professionals Network. Light appetizers and a cash bar will be available on Thursday, September 14 at the Chillicothe Country Club. Admission is $5. Make sure to register so a name badge will be ready: YPN meeting registration RECORD MONTH FOR THE WEBSITE: In July, 10,034 people visited www.chillicotheohio.com, the most in any one month since the website started more than eight years ago. That is an increase of 42 percent from a year ago. The number of page views jumped 19 percent to 38,995. LEADERSHIP CLASS HAS ONLY FOUR SLOTS LEFT: As of Thursday afternoon, we had commitments for 16 people for the next Leadership Chillicothe Ross class that starts September 13. The steering committee is capping registration at 20 to allow maximum effectiveness. If you or your company is interested in one of the final four spots, go online at www.chillicotheohio.com to complete and submit the application. The program runs through May.
BAINBRIDGE IGA AND ROBIN FOWLER STATE FARM INSURANCE CELEBRATE GRAND OPENINGS: Terry DeGarmo and his wife Donna Miller had family, friends, associates and customers on hand this week to celebrate the opening of their new store on U.S. 50 at the eastern edge of the village. A few years in the making, this store is the second for them, joining the Frankfort IGA. Robin Fowler also had her family on hand as she opened her State Farm Insurance office at 45 W. Second St. downtown. CHAMBER DIRECTORIES AVAILABLE: The chamber directory is a great way to introduce new people to the business community as well as great advertisement for members when used in waiting rooms. If you need copies, we've got plenty available. Call us at 702-2722 to arrange delivery or pickup. Advertising sales for the 2007 edition will begin shortly, so expect a call or visit from Connie Smart of LongPoint Media. WORKFORCE ACADEMY TAKING RESERVATIONS: For a great lunch and some stress relief, check out the next Workforce Academy on Wednesday, August 30 at the Ross County Service Center. Kay Frances will have you holding your sides when you leave as she relates the benefits of laughter as good medicine. And the cost is only $5. Workforce Academy registration A SITE TO BOOKMARK: Ever wonder how to get in touch with a local organization or get questions about social service agencies? Don't forget about 2-1-1 in Ross County handled by the Scioto Paint Valley Mental Health Center. In addition to calling that number, you also can go online at www.irissoft.com/spvc and conduct a search. The site and service is an offshoot of the printed "Volunteer Connection" produced by the partners for Healthier Ross County. It's a super resource on the resources available in this and surrounding counties.
BUILDING PERMITS: Here's who's applied for or received commercial permits recently from the Ross County and Chillicothe Building Departments:
VENDORS LICENSES: Here's who's received licenses recently from the Ross County Auditor:
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Associates, are asking all local people to go on the internet
and vote for their daughter Felicia and her fiancé Chris in the annual NBC
"Today Show" wedding competition. They are one of seven couples vying for
the grand prize that includes a complete wedding to be broadcast on the
show. Felicia is an assistant district attorney in Galveston. For all the
scoop, check out 
NEW SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE ON AUGUST 20:
Your first chance to check out the new Chillicothe High School will be
Sunday, August 20 in the afternoon. The public open house will showcase what
construction crews have been building for a year to replace the 43-year-old
structure. Superintendent Roger Crago told the 40 at this week's Membership
Luncheon that the usual construction bumps and blips were overcome and that
when the $34 million project is completed next summer with the new middle
school, the community will have a real gem. He said a decision on the fate
of Smith Middle School is still to be made.
DISTINGUISHED
VISITORS: A majority of the members of the Board of Directors of USEC
were in town last week for meetings and an up-close look at the American
Centrifuge Project in Piketon. A reception was held in the Endeavor Center
of the OSU South Centers near Piketon to give the members and CEO John Welch
(left in photo) a chance to talk to local officials.