September 2016 The Voice Newsletter
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Telfair County, GA<br />
<strong>September</strong> <strong>2016</strong><br />
A Publication of the Telfair County Chamber of Commerce<br />
Believe that anything is Possible<br />
with the right<br />
Attitude<br />
and Telfair can be Successful<br />
Be willing to<br />
Serve<br />
and to be<br />
Involved.<br />
Get<br />
On board<br />
and<br />
Never give Up<br />
Points of Interest<br />
TCES Patriots Day<br />
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony<br />
Jacksonville Heritage Celebration<br />
TCES 2nd Grade Lunch &<br />
Learn<br />
Lumber City Farm Day<br />
Catfish Tournament<br />
Hunters Night Out<br />
Milan Harvest Festival<br />
Color Run<br />
Region 9 Summit<br />
Membership Information<br />
Chamber Members<br />
Telfair County<br />
Chamber of Commerce<br />
9 East Oak Street<br />
McRae-Helena, GA 31055<br />
(229) 868-6365<br />
rogers@telfairco.org<br />
www.telfairco.org<br />
TCES Patriot Day Program<br />
<strong>September</strong> 9 at 9:30 a.m.<br />
<strong>The</strong> Administration and Staff of Telfair<br />
County Elementary School invites all<br />
families of TCES students, local law enforcement<br />
officials, fire department personnel,<br />
EMS Staff, local first responders, local Veterans and community citizens to<br />
come and remember the event of <strong>September</strong> 11, 2011 at the annual TCES Patriots<br />
Day Program. This event will take place on the campus of TCES on Friday Morning,<br />
<strong>September</strong> 9 at 9:30 a.m.<br />
For more information, please call the school at (229) 868-7483.<br />
Let Your Passion for Telfair County Be Seen
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You are invited to attend a<br />
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and a Meet & Greet<br />
Dr. Oscar Salvat<br />
Salvat Internal Medicine<br />
(<strong>2016</strong> Member of the Telfair County<br />
Chamber of Commerce)<br />
Thursday,<br />
<strong>September</strong> 1, <strong>2016</strong><br />
144 E. Oak St.<br />
McRae-Helena, GA<br />
(former location of Dr. William Briggs)<br />
Ribbon Cutting at 2 p.m.<br />
Meet & Greet 2:15 p.m. - 4 p.m<br />
For more information:<br />
Office of Dr. Salvat (229) 868-2112<br />
Chamber of Commerce (229) 868-6365<br />
Jacksonville Heritage Celebration<br />
<strong>The</strong> City of Jacksonville<br />
is accepting<br />
Vendor<br />
and<br />
“Battle of the<br />
Bands’<br />
applications.<br />
Jacksonvile, GA<br />
October 21 & 22, <strong>2016</strong><br />
If interested in an application:<br />
Email<br />
janna229@live.com or<br />
johndopson900@gmail.com<br />
or call City Hall (229) 833-6901<br />
Ribbon used in Ribbon Cutting Ceremony<br />
donated by CJs Flowers & Gifts of McRae-Helena<br />
TCES Second Grade Lunch & Learn<br />
<strong>September</strong> 14<br />
Parents and Guardians of Telfair County Elementary School Second Grade Students are invited<br />
to attend the Second Grade Lunch & Learn on Wednesday, <strong>September</strong> 14. Parents are<br />
invited to come to TCES, eat lunch with their child in the TCES Lunchroom at 10:30 a.m.<br />
and then participate in a learning activity within their child’s classroom.<br />
Lunch for parents, family members or guardians who come and participate with their child<br />
will cost $3.00.<br />
For more information, please contact the school at (229) 868-7483.<br />
Let Your Passion for Telfair County Be Seen
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<strong>September</strong> 9-11, <strong>2016</strong><br />
Main St. ~ Lumber City, GA<br />
www.lumbercityfarmday.org<br />
Friday, <strong>September</strong> 9<br />
Fish Fry at the Lumber City American<br />
Legion Post #211 5:00 p.m. - until<br />
Welcome & Opening Ceremony<br />
Amusement Park, Arts, Crafts, Food<br />
7:00 p.m.<br />
Street Dance with $Lick Nickel 7:15 p.m. - 11 p.m.<br />
$Lick Nickel<br />
Saturday, <strong>September</strong> 10<br />
Breakfast at the Lumber City Methodist Church 7 a.m. - 10 a.m.<br />
Fun Run & 5K Race: Registration Fee: $25 | Registration Time: 7 a.m.<br />
Dog Show 9 a.m.<br />
Parade 10 a.m.<br />
Cole Tucker Ventriloquist 11 a.m. & 5 p.m.<br />
Live Entertainment Throughout the Day<br />
Amusement Park, Arts, Crafts, Food,<br />
Still Cruzin Band<br />
Cake Walk<br />
Street Dance with Still Cruzin Band 7 p.m. -11<br />
Sunday, <strong>September</strong> 11<br />
Community Church Service<br />
9 a.m.<br />
Let Your Passion for Telfair County Be Seen
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November 5, <strong>2016</strong><br />
Downtown<br />
Milan, GA<br />
Vendors and Entertainment needed!<br />
More information:<br />
229-315-1494<br />
Saturday<br />
October 1, <strong>2016</strong><br />
<strong>The</strong> City is hosting its first<br />
annual Color Run!<br />
Runners will start at the Telfair Center for the Arts, race down the Helena Walking Trail, and<br />
jog through McRae-Helena neighborhoods - becoming more and more colorful with every<br />
mile. Runners, joggers, and walkers are all welcome.<br />
Registration for the Color Run is LIVE at www.racerpal.com/races/colorrunmh.html.<br />
Paper registration forms can also be obtained from McRae-Helena City Hall at City Hall. Return<br />
the paper registration forms and registration fee to City Hall.<br />
For more information:<br />
hone: 229-868-6051<br />
www.facebook.com/CityofMcRaeHelena<br />
Let Your Passion for Telfair County Be Seen
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Region 9 Summit:<br />
Laurens, Telfair, Toombs and surrounding areas<br />
Early Bird registration for this summit: $40. After November 2 fee is increased to $50. Lunch is included<br />
in the registration fee. No refunds.<br />
To register: dol.georgia.gov in the “Spotlights” section and click on “<strong>2016</strong> Regional Business Summits”.<br />
This Summit is a half-day crash course for progressive HR and business professionals seeking practical<br />
guidance and real world tips for handling the toughest management and compliance challenges. It is designed<br />
to meet the needs of managers, human resources professionals, business owners and supervisors<br />
who want to operate effectively within the legal climate that is affecting the <strong>2016</strong> workplace. Our expert<br />
speakers will impart information that will foster a new confidence and updated skills for immediate implementation<br />
in your workplace.<br />
*This program has been approved for 3.75 recertification credits through HRCI.<br />
Location<br />
Southeastern Technical College<br />
3001 E. First St.<br />
Vidalia, GA 30474<br />
More information<br />
Susan Woodard: 404-273-5913<br />
Susan.Woodard@gdol.ga.gov<br />
Let Your Passion for Telfair County Be Seen
I nPage s i d e S t o r y H e8<br />
a d l i n e<br />
Show Your Passion for Telfair County<br />
Join the Telfair County Chamber of Commerce<br />
Let the Chamber work for you!<br />
Reasons to Join<br />
Savings<br />
Chamber members could qualify for discounts on commercial<br />
property/equipment insurance<br />
Chamber members that participate in the “Drugs Don’t Work<br />
Program” may qualify for discounts on worker’s comp insurance<br />
premiums<br />
Exposure<br />
Chamber <strong>Newsletter</strong> Announcements<br />
Brochure/Rack Card Courtesy Display<br />
Referrals<br />
Website Listings<br />
Facebook Announcements<br />
Ribbon Cuttings/Grand Openings<br />
Relocation Guides & Resources<br />
Economic Development<br />
Membership supports the Chamber’s economic development<br />
efforts with the State Economic Development offices and local<br />
Development Authorities<br />
Tourism Development<br />
Membership supports the Chamber’s efforts in promoting tourism<br />
throughout the county for shopping, dining, events, festivals and<br />
attractions.<br />
<strong>2016</strong> Annual Membership Rates<br />
(Valid January 1 to December 31, <strong>2016</strong>)<br />
Churches $ 75<br />
Civic Organizations $ 75<br />
Educational Facilities $350<br />
Financial Institutions $350<br />
Health Institutions $350<br />
Individuals $ 25<br />
Industry Level I $125<br />
(1-50 Employees)<br />
Industry Level II $175<br />
(51-499 Employees)<br />
Industry Level III $500<br />
(500 plus Employees)<br />
Professional Services $125<br />
Retail Level I $125<br />
(1-50 Employees)<br />
Retail Level II $175<br />
(51-499 Employees)<br />
Retail Level III $500<br />
(500 plus Employees)<br />
Utility Companies $250<br />
Invest in the growth of your Business and Telfair County TODAY!<br />
Telfair County Chamber of Commerce Meeting of the Board of Directors<br />
<strong>2016</strong> Monthly Meeting Schedule<br />
Date<br />
Time<br />
January 12, <strong>2016</strong><br />
5:30 p.m.<br />
February 9, <strong>2016</strong><br />
5:30 p.m.<br />
February 25, <strong>2016</strong> (Annual Banquet) 6:30 p.m.<br />
(Location: Telfair Co. Recreation Building)<br />
March 8, <strong>2016</strong><br />
5:30 p.m.<br />
April 12, <strong>2016</strong><br />
5:30 p.m.<br />
May 10, <strong>2016</strong><br />
5:30 p.m.<br />
June 14, <strong>2016</strong><br />
5:30 p.m.<br />
July, <strong>2016</strong><br />
No meeting scheduled<br />
August 9, <strong>2016</strong><br />
5:30 p.m.<br />
<strong>September</strong> 13, <strong>2016</strong><br />
5:30 p.m.<br />
October 11, <strong>2016</strong><br />
5:30 p.m.<br />
November 8, <strong>2016</strong><br />
5:30 p.m.<br />
December, <strong>2016</strong><br />
No meeting scheduled<br />
All regular monthly meetings of the<br />
Telfair County Chamber of Commerce<br />
Board of Directors are held at the Telfair<br />
County Chamber of Commerce Office<br />
located at 9 East Oak St., McRae-Helena,<br />
GA unless otherwise indicated.<br />
Let Your Passion for Telfair County Be Seen
Access Loan Company of Telfair<br />
A.L. Spaulding-Barnes Funeral Home<br />
ALS Telfair Perlis, LLP<br />
Altman Eye Clinic<br />
Bank of Lumber City<br />
Cedar Lane Supper Club<br />
Citizens Bank and Trust<br />
City of Lumber City<br />
City of McRae-Helena<br />
City of Milan<br />
City of Milan Development Authority<br />
City of Scotland<br />
CL Defense<br />
Colony Supply, LLC<br />
Community Health Care Systems, Inc.<br />
Construction Materials Services Inc.<br />
Crossroads City Antiques & Flea Market<br />
Curry Management Corp.<br />
Cuttin Up Beauty Salon<br />
Development Authority of Telfair County<br />
Eastman Pediatric Clinic d/b/a New Life Pediatric<br />
El Aguila Mexican Restaurant<br />
El Patron Mexican Restaurant<br />
Farmers Home Furniture<br />
First Franklin Financial Corporation<br />
Georgia Department of Labor-Eastman Career Center<br />
Georgia Power<br />
Golden Peanut Company, LLC<br />
Griffin’s Warehouse-McRae<br />
Heart of Dixie Antique Mall & Shoppes<br />
Heart of GA RESA WIOA<br />
Heart of GA United Way<br />
Hilliard & Milton<br />
Hofstadter & Associates, Inc.<br />
Huddle House # 226<br />
Husqvarna Outdoor Products<br />
JE Drywall, Inc.<br />
Job Training Unlimited<br />
Little Ocmulgee EMC<br />
Little Ocmulgee Instructional Center<br />
Little Ocmulgee State Park & Lodge<br />
Livingston’s IGA<br />
Lowe’s Funeral Home<br />
Lumber City Hardware<br />
Lumber City Womans Club<br />
Martin Trucking, LLC<br />
McRae Coca Cola<br />
McRae Manor<br />
McRae Dairy Queen<br />
McRae Lions Club<br />
McRae Rotary Club<br />
Merle Norman Cosmetics of McRae<br />
Milan State Bank<br />
Morgan Window & Glass<br />
Oconee Fall Line Technical College<br />
Ocmulgee Title Abstract<br />
Padgett Quality Construction, Inc.<br />
Parker House Inn<br />
Piggy Wiggly<br />
Pine Leaf Investments<br />
Pioneer Historical Society<br />
Premier Heating & Air<br />
Robins Financial Credit Union<br />
Routh Realtors, LLC<br />
Ryals Drug Store<br />
Salvat Internal Medicine | Dr. Oscar Salvat<br />
SelecSource Staffing Service<br />
Smith Fitting Service, Inc.<br />
Stamps-Walker Agency, Inc.<br />
State Farm<br />
Stinson’s Bar-B-Que, Inc.<br />
Subway of McRae-Helena<br />
Sugar Creek Plantation<br />
Susan Evans Realty, LLC<br />
Telfair County Bank<br />
Telfair County Board of Education<br />
Telfair County Department of Family<br />
and Children Services<br />
Telfair County Farm Bureau<br />
Telfair Enterprises, Inc.<br />
Telfair Extension 4-H<br />
Telfair Forest Products<br />
Telfair Snapshots<br />
<strong>The</strong> Cannon Law Firm<br />
<strong>The</strong> Housing Authority of the City of<br />
McRae-Helena<br />
<strong>The</strong> Merchants & Citizens Bank<br />
<strong>The</strong> Security State Bank<br />
Three Rivers Home Health Services<br />
Toni’s House of Style<br />
Trinity <strong>The</strong>rapy Services<br />
Vaughn Funeral Home<br />
Webb Swamp Logging, LLC<br />
Wheeler County State Bank<br />
Willow Creek Drive In<br />
World Outreach Church<br />
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<strong>2016</strong><br />
Chamber<br />
Members<br />
For more information<br />
about a<br />
Chamber Member<br />
go to<br />
www.telfairco.org<br />
Paula Anderson<br />
Thomas Anderson<br />
Guy Bland<br />
Sarah Bowen<br />
Betty Brewer<br />
Debbie Bullard<br />
Wendell Bullard<br />
Ora Jean Cooper<br />
Billy Crawford<br />
Rose Crawford<br />
Gerald Ellington<br />
W. Don Holland<br />
Ruthie Jackson<br />
Danny Jones<br />
Deanna Jones<br />
Elizabeth Jones<br />
Mildred Jones<br />
Laura Kirk<br />
Edison McDonald<br />
Vergilene McDonald<br />
Martha Ann Mullis<br />
Quinton Mullis<br />
Jimmy Pruett<br />
Matt Singleton<br />
Eric Smith<br />
Laura Smith<br />
Belinda Thomas<br />
Neil Vaughn<br />
Larry Wells<br />
Jana Williams<br />
Cornerstone Members<br />
CCA-McRae Correctional Facility<br />
Pine Leaf Investments<br />
Robins Federal Credit Union<br />
Southern Star Grill<br />
Let Your Passion for Telfair County Be Seen
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