RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED PRESORT STD US POSTAGE PAID HUDSON, NC PERMIT #314 1909 Hickory Blvd. caldwellcochamber.org Business News from the Caldwell of Commerce explorecaldwell.com JUNE/JULY 2016 Happenings PAGE 2 Blackberry Festival Calendar PAGE 5 Wilson Creek Visitor Center Events PAGE 6 City of Lenoir Events PAGE 7 Member Appreciation Visits PAGE 9 MONTHLY FEATURES Renewal Members... Page 10 New Members... Page 11
2 THE CHAMBER MATTERS JUNE/JULY 2016 The Matters Published for the membership by the CALDWELL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 1909 Hickory Blvd SE Lenoir, North Carolina 28645 Phone: (828) 726-0616; fax (828) 726-0385 www.caldwellcochamber.org Chairman of the Board Michelle Colvard Anything Office Secretary/Treasurer Janet Winkler Business Executive Retiree BOARD OF DIRECTORS Suzan Anderson American Red Cross Toni Anderson Edward Jones Main Street, Lenoir Bennett Brittain Merchant Distributors, Inc. David Burney Business At Large Cody Byrd Vision Design Build Remodel Kristie Howard Google Glen Lowman Clark Tire & Auto Seth Nagy NC Cooperative Extension David Rivers Sattler Corp. Sandy Russ Allstate Insurance - The Russ Agency Ann Smith First Citizens Bank Jonathan Sterling Exela Pharma Sciences Wongalee Thomas Blue Ridge Electric Dr. John Thuss Business Executive Retiree Jamie White Fairfield Chair Administration: Business: Community Engagement: Career Readiness: Membership: Public Relations: Tourism: Assistant Secretary/Treasurer Dana Watson Community One Bank DIVISION VICE PRESIDENTS Kim Edmisten, Caldwell UNC Healthcare Shirley Orrell, Retired HR Vice President Ben Willis, CCC&TI Glenda Wilson, Realty Executives Heather Justice, Ply-Chem/TSZ Sonny Hines, Business Consultant Debbie Eller, Communities In School Libby Brown, Caldwell County Schools Rick Shew, NC Works Charlie Downs, Hickory Crawdads Kim Williams, ServPro Alexander & Caldwell Edward Terry, CCC&TI Carmela Tomlinson, Paragon Design Group Stephenie Oxford, Narrow the Gap Marketing Dr. Dana Clark, ASU Kimmie Rogers, Reliable Insurance EX-OFFICIO BOARD MEMBERS Terese Almquist - News-Topic, Dr. Ken Boham - CCC&TI Deborah Murray - Economic Development Dr. Steve Stone - Caldwell County Schools Steve Zushin - Foothills Radio Group CHAMBER STAFF Ralph Prestwood, Interim Executive Director Darin Moretz, Membership Specialist Libby Killian, Visitor Center Specialist Views expressed in paid advertising are not necessarily endorsed by the of Commerce Legal Counsel Joseph C. Delk III
JUNE/JULY 2016 THE CHAMBER MATTERS 3 From the Executive Office... Summertime In Caldwell O nce again summertime is here, with all the wonderful things it brings. Fresh produce, beautiful flowers, outstanding scenery, opportunities for biking, hiking, boating, swimming, wine tasting, art, music, culture all right here in our community! What a great place to live! Our theme for this issue, Summer FUN In Caldwell County only touches the surface of things to do and see this summer. From concerts and movies to festivals and tours, we ve got you covered with many free things to do in the area with the whole family. We ve showcased a few for you in this issue but no way were we able to get you information on everything. Many other events and happenings can be found on the s community calendar which you can find at www.explorecaldwell.com. Also check Caldwell Arts Council events at www.caldwellarts.com and the NC Agricultural Extension and 4-H programs at www.caldwell.ces.ncsu.edu. The websites of all our towns and cities in the county are good sources of information, especially recreational programs. Throughout the summer you ll find live music on Friday nights in downtown Lenoir, and bring your entire family to downtown Lenoir on the 1st Saturday evening of each Blue Ridge Hospitality Training Gracious Hospitality Over 30 individuals from a variety of businesses attended the Blue Ridge Hospitality Training at the J.E. Broyhill Civic Center on April 12, 2016. Through a partnership with Blue Ridge National Heritage Area, The Biltmore Company, and Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute, Blue Ridge Hospitality training was provided to interested individuals of Caldwell County who serve our visitors in the hospitality industry. Blue Ridge Hospitality Training addressed both the customer service skills and knowledge of the area. The program was funded through grants from the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC), Duke Energy, and the Blue Ridge Electric Cooperative Foundation, with partnership contributions from Biltmore and Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute. The Reality Store On March 21 eighth grade students in Caldwell County learned how education equals quality of life! After taking career assessments on the CFNC.org website every eighth grade student in the month through October to the Lenoir Cruiser s Classic Car Show over 400 cars line the streets, it s fun for the whole family and one of the state s best summertime classic car shows. Fireworks will light up the sky and music will fill the air as the our cities and towns and civic groups celebrate the Fourth of July 2016 the old-fashioned way Then comes the BIGGEST Festival of the summer. On Friday and Saturday, July 8 & 9, the fifteenth annual North Carolina Blackberry Festival will be in downtown Lenoir. Growing up in Caldwell County, blackberries were a part of every summer. We used to go pick from the wild berries lining every bank. Mom s blackberry cobblers and jams are a strong part of our local heritage. The North Carolina Blackberry Festival offers summer memories and fun to all visitors without the chiggers! Lineberger Farms will be on hand during the day with fresh blackberries for sale, along with other blackberry items. There will also be arts and crafts for sale, music, beauty, baking and eating competition and live music. A variety of food vendors will be available and local restaurants will be open. It all kicks off on Friday evening, July 8th, with a Pre-Heat party which includes a beer garden, live music and a 5K/Fun run Happenings fundraiser for The Shelter Home. (A detail schedule is included on page 5.) People of all ages tend to enjoy nature activities. Nature walks give individuals the opportunity to be out in the open air while learning more about nature: plants, insects, trees, birds and other wildlife. Enjoy our many municipal parks and the miles of Caldwell County Pathways trails. For the more adventuresome, don t forget to visit the Wilson Creek area and explore all the trails available in the Pisgah Forest. Oh, and while you are on those hikes I m sure you ll be taking a picnic lunch along. Picnics are always big part of our summer outings. Heed the warnings regarding the dangers of food poisoning on page. I ve run out of my allotted space, just remember farmer s markets every week in Lenoir and Sawmills, group bike rides (Luna Cycles in Lenoir), free family movies in Lenoir, 5K/10K runs (Lenoir Parks and Recreation and Shelter Home Glow Run)..too much to list, check it out at www.explorecaldwell.com. summer. Ralph Prestwood Have FUN this county purchased life for one month. Students soon learned how much of the months pay check went to taxes, how expensive it is to have a family, and that the little extras in life are not always possible. Over 150 volunteers came from around the county to help students make wise decisions. High school business students, business and industry, and school system employees made the event possible. The event is done in partnership with Communities In Schools, Caldwell County Schools, and the Caldwell of Commerce. Meet the Sharks Sixteen teams of students in middle and high school competed on April 26 at the Broyhill Civic Center. Projects ran from engineering to new business adventures. A panel of community business and industry volunteers judged the presentations. An awards luncheon followed the presentations and students were recognized for his/her achievements; a 1st and 2nd place metal was awarded in each category. First place students will be traveling to the American Underground in Durham, NC. I m a Believer ANYTHING OFFICE 309 North Main St., SW Lenoir, N.C. 828-758-0182 When Service Matters Your Business Source Locally Owned and Operated Since 1936 www.anythingofficeinc.com Bass-Smith Granite Funeral Service 106 South Main St. Granite Falls, North Carolina Telephone: (828) 396-1305 Fax: (828) 396-1444 Always Answering the Call Trach Care - Specially Trained Care Givers Ventilator Care - Specially Trained Care Givers Personal Care - Bathing, Dressing, Grooming & Meal Prep Skilled Care - Pre- & Post-Surgical Care 828- - www.bayada.com 1905 International Blvd. Hudson, NC 828-728-7300 www.beocare.net www.blueridgeemc.com
4 THE CHAMBER MATTERS JUNE/JULY 2016 Leadership Caldwell 2016 Scheduled T he dates for Leadership Caldwell 2016 have been set for August 10 through October 26. Leadership Caldwell is a leadership development program offered and conducted by the Caldwell of Commerce since 1993. The program is designed for men and women interested in making Caldwell County a better place to live, work and play. Leadership Caldwell has over 300 graduates through the program s 22 years. Each year 20-25 local professionals from across industries and professional backgrounds unite in an exploration of Caldwell County. This 12-week in-depth experience provides unique perspective on the problems, opportunities, and issues facing the citizens of Caldwell. This series of countywide programs are designed to enhance participants awareness of our community and its needs by examining how leadership in the historical, geographical, educational, economic, governmental and cultural segments work together to perpetuate and advance the Caldwell County community and its citizens. You will immerse yourself in all aspects of Caldwell life, business, and history. Each class day is carefully crafted to create hands-on opportunities, connect you with experts, and take you behind the scenes. Participants meet weekly from mid-august through the end of October, usually on Wednesday of each week. The classes are all day and are presented through experiences that inform, educate and challenge. Sessions are designed to be interactive and participants are expected to share their experiences and viewpoints. In order to graduate from the program, each participant must make a commitment to attend all twelve sessions. Topics include: * Community Outreach * Cultural Arts * Media and Communications * Health and Human Services * Local Government * Business and Economic Development * Explore Caldwell and History * Agriculture Heritage * Education * Public Safety Each participant will also participate in Leaders On Loan to complete communitybased projects with other members of the group. If you live in Caldwell County and are interested in bettering yourself and your community, Leadership Caldwell may be for you. Cost for the program is $425 per participant for members and $550 for non members. Space is limited to 25 participants. Registration will open from June 1 through July 15. Forms and information may be found on the website at www.caldwellchambernc.com or contact the Caldwell of Commerce at 1909 Hickory Blvd. SE, Lenoir NC 28645; call 828.726.0616; or, email caldwellchamberceo@gmail.com. I m a Believer Ask to Come Home. Ask for Caldwell Hospice. Lenoir Location - 902 Kirkwood St. Hudson Location - 526 Pine Mountain Road 754-0101 www.caldwellhospice.org 757-5100 Lenoir www.caldwellmemorial.org 407 Mulberry St., Lenoir 757-5525 Business After Hours Cedar Rock Golf and Country Club hosted a members Business After Hours on May 5. Approximately 40 members and Cedar Rock Club members gathered to mix and mingle, enjoy light refreshments. Scott Turner, General Manager of the club, told about changes and improvements being made and about the membership packages available. More Information about Cedar Rock Country Club at www.cedarrockcountryclub.com Business 4 Breakfast The hosted a Business 4 Breakfast meeting at the Caldwell County board room on April 21. Guest speaker was Ms. Laura Easton, President/CEO of Caldwell UNC Health Care. Attendees heard a presentation on current and future remodeling and construction plans taking place to expend Caldwell UNC services for the residents of Caldwell County. These plans included the recent opening of a medical office/urgent care facility in Blowing Rock, a +/-$23 million expansion/remodeling of the hospital facility on Mulberry Street in Lenoir and a new medical office facility, to be constructed at the River Crest site in Granite Falls. More information about Caldwell UNC Health Care at www.caldwellmemorial.org To Advertise Call 758-7381
JUNE/JULY 2016 THE CHAMBER MATTERS 5 It s a BERRY good time! www.ncblackberryfestival.com I m a Believer Cars Plus 902 Wilkesboro Blvd. Lenoir, NC 757-9999 Truck Center 758-9929 www.carspluslenoir.com CLAY/ANDERS INSURANCE & FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC. Auto * Home * Life * Business Stephen Clay clays1@nationwide.com 521 Harper Ave., S.W. - Lenoir, N. C. 28645 (828) 758-5551 D.D. Suddreth Furniture Co., Inc. In Beautiful Downtown Whitnel 1257 Norwood St. SW, Whitnel 754-6121 Serving Serving Lenoir Lenoir & Caldwell & Caldwell County County Since 1945 Bob Suddreth, President Scott W Murphy, D.M.D., P.A. Andrew Lyons, D.D.S. General Dentist NEW PATIENTS ALWAYS WELCOME! Care Credit Total Family Dental Care Complete, Professional Dental Services For Adults & Children Se Habla Español 433-1223 341 E. Parker Rd. Morganton, NC www.morgantondmd.com To Advertise Call 758-7381
6 THE CHAMBER MATTERS JUNE/JULY 2016 Photo Contest Announced The Caldwell of Commerce and The News Topic are pleased to announce the Capture the Community Photo Contest. This is a photo contest designed to capture what community members believe visitors should know about or see in Caldwell County. Photos will be used to promote Caldwell County as a destination. Each photo submitted has the chance to be used in various publications, the website, or displayed in the s Visitor Center for viewing by the public. Winning and honorable mention photos will also be published in the News Topic s Sunday edition Photo Page. If you were a visitor, where would you go? Grab your camera and become a tourist in your own town or county. Watch for information in The News Topic or go the website at www.caldwellchambernc.com. Wilson Creek Visitor Center 2015 Events Calendar Saturday, May 28 Saturday, June 18 July 4th Week Monday, July 4th Saturday, Aug 13 Memorial Day Weekend - Food, Fun, and Music Safety Awareness Day - various classes for adults and children - Wilderness First Aid and Swift Water Rescue Fourth of July Holiday - Food, Fun, and Music BearWallow Bluegrass Band Heritage Day - Collettsville Historical Society Old time mountain music with "Hobo Bill & Kristen" More Events & Happenings @ www.explorecaldwell.com Saturday, Sunday Civil War Reenactment - Sept 24 & 25 Food and entertainment BBQ & fixins, with Hobo Bill and Kristen, 24th Wicker & Jones, 25th Saturday, Oct 29 Festival of Colors - Food, Fun, Music, and Crafts! BearWallow Bluegrass Band - 12-3 City of Lenoir 4th of July Celebration Date: July 4 2016 Time: 5:00pm - 10:00pm Location: Mulberry Recreation Center, 720 Mulberry St. SW, Lenoir 4th of July Celebrations/Fireworks July 4th Fireworks at Tweetsie Railroad Date: July 4, 2016 Time: 9:00pm Location: 300 Tweetsie Railroad Lane, Blowing Rock Wilson Creek Visitor Center 7805 Brown Mountain Beach Road Collettsville, NC 28611 828.759.0005 - phone Inflatables, Water Slides, Games, Live Music, Face Painting and Fireworks at 9:30pm Footnote: We were not able to obtain information on plans for Cedar Rock and Collettsville Wilson Creek 4th of July Celebration Date: July 4, 2016 Time: 11:00am - 4:00pm Location: Wilson Creek Visitor Center, 7801 Brown Mtn. Beach Rd., Collettsville Bear Wallow Bluegrass Band from 12:00-3:00 pm and fun for the entire family Independence Day Celebration at Hickory Crawdads Date: July 3, 2016 Time: Immediately following the baseball game Location: L.P. Frans Stadium, 2500 Clement Blvd NW, Hickory
THE PICKIN PLAYIN AFTER DUSK IN AUGUST SHAKIN BAKIN UNDER THE SKY IN JULY THE SWINGIN WINGIN MOON IN JUNE DOWNTOWN LENOIR SUMMER JUNE/JULY 2016 THE CHAMBER MATTERS 7
8 THE CHAMBER MATTERS JUNE/JULY 2016 CCC&TI to Offer Extreme Super Summer Camp for Kids CCC&TI to Offer Extreme Super Summer Camp for Kids This summer, Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute s Continuing Education Division will once again offer Extreme Super Summer Camp for kids ages 5 and up. The program will feature week-long courses and daily activities from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Monday through Friday. Each session covers two topics with students separated into different age groups to allow each program to be customized with appropriate activities. Camp sessions begin on June 20 and run through the week of Aug. 8. Early drop-off times will be available from 7:30 a.m. to 8 a.m. Late pick-up times will be from 12 p.m. to 12:30 p.m. Cost per session is $70 and includes early drop-off, late pick-up, two programs and a snack between programs. Kids in the Kitchen sessions are $75. Registration for Extreme Super Summer Camp is ongoing and space is limited. To register, or for more information, call 828-726- 2242. Following is the program schedule for each week. See details of the programs on the website: www.cccti.edu/documents/supersummer.pdf June 20-June 24 Art Expo Pottery or Art: A Little Bit of Everything June 27- July 1 Little Robots (Designed for ages 5-8 only) Building Robots and Robots Everywhere! July 11 - July 15 Bigger Bots (designed for ages 9 and up only) Building Robots and Robots Everywhere! Or Destination Science Mad Science! And Science Adventures July 18 - July 22 Steps Ahead Fitness Basketball Camp and Kickin Martial Arts July 25 - July 29 Power Cheer Cheerleading/Dance and Gymnastics/Dance Aug. 1 Aug. 5 You ve Got Talent Costumes and Props and Characters and Scripts Aug. 8 Aug. 12 Speed Camp Aerodynamics and Pinewood Derby Kids in the Kitchen (Ages 9 and up only. Cost $75) Baking Magic - Chocolates and Candies - Pizza! Pizza! I m a Believer 366 Morganton Lenoir Airport Ave. Morganton, NC 28655 (828) 757-0099 fbo@foothillsairport.com Caldwell Small Business Center Workshops Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute s Small Business Centers in Caldwell County offers free and low-cost workshops, one-on-one assistance and many more services to help local small businesses. To reserve your seat at one of the workshops, call 828-726-2242 or visit www.cccti.edu/smallbusiness to register. Small Business Startup Series: How to Finance Your Small Business and Understand Business Finance from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Thursday, June 9 at the Caldwell County of Commerce in Lenoir. Small Business Bootcamp from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Wednesday, June 15 at the Caldwell County of Commerce in Lenoir. CCC&TI Announces Fall Semester Registration for New Students Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute will register new students for the Fall 2016 semester from June 14 to Aug. 4 on both the Caldwell and Watauga Campuses. Final Registration for Fall 2016 Semester will be held Thursday, Aug. 11. Fall classes begin on Monday, Aug. 15. Students are encouraged to begin the application and placement testing process early. A variety of financial aid options are available for students who qualify. In addition to classes for adult students, CCC&TI also offers opportunities for Caldwell and Watauga county high school students to earn free college credit through the Career and College Promise program. CCC&TI offers pathways in business, engineering and math. For more information on how to apply or register for classes at CCC&TI, contact Student Services at 828-726-2700 on the Caldwell Campus and 828-297-3811 on the Watauga Campus. OF LENOIR 515 Wilkesboro Blvd. 828-754-1524 Your Sewer & Water Restoration Company! 828-757-0006 www.krgutility.com
JUNE/JULY 2016 THE CHAMBER MATTERS 9 Ambassdor Ambush Member Appreciation Visits I m a Believer SHIELD S OF LENOIR Gwyn Reichard 106 Pennton Ave., Lenoir 758-9156 GRANITE DRUG CENTER Larry Huffman 21 Falls Avenue, Granite Falls 396-2144 MI CARRETA Mexican Grill Best Mexican Food In Town (828) 726-6855 1146 Hickory Blvd. SW BASS-SMITH GRANITE FUNERAL SERVICE Greg Annas 106 South Main Street, Granite Falls, NC 396-1305 NEWS-TOPIC Terese Almquist 123 Pennton Ave., Lenoir 758-7381 ServPro 3x2.5 Pendry's Funeral Home & Creamatory 522 Wilkesboro Blvd. 828-754-3441 Realty Executives Lenoir 203 Hospital Ave. NW Lenoir NC 28645 828-754-8905 office www.realtyexecutiveslenoir.com follow us on facebook KINCAID INSURANCE AGENCY Donald Kincaid 102 Mulberry St., Lenoir 758-5181 of Alexander & Caldwell Counties Fire & Water - Cleanup & Restoration 828-396-1070 Independently Owned and Operated
10 THE CHAMBER MATTERS JUNE/JULY 2016 MEMBER RENEWALS American Trade & Loan 532 Harper Ave., NW (828) 754-4598 BB & T 201 Mulberry St. SW (828) 754-0964 http://www.bbt.com Better Alternatives 1209 Cedar Valley Church Rd. (828) 758-8164 http://www.betteralternativesinc.com Broyhill Investments 800 Golfview Park (828) 758-6100 http://www.broyhillasset.com Bumgarner Camping Center, Inc. 2206 Hickory Blvd., SW - (828) 728-5112 http://www.bumgarnercamping.com Caldwell Community College & Tech 2855 Hickory Blvd Hudson, NC 28638 (828) 726-2200 http://www.cccti.edu Carolina Farm Credit 332 Morganton Blvd. (828) 758-9951 http://www.carolinafarmcredit.com Catawba Valley Association of Realtors 361 2nd St NW Hickory, NC 28601 (828) 322-8249 Comfort Inn of Lenoir 970 Blowing Rock Blvd NE (828) 754-2090 Cox, John W., DDS Dentistry 420 Harper Ave (828) 758-0010 Edward Jones Investments - Main St. 101 Main St. (828) 754-1466 http://edwardjones.com Walmart Neighborhood Market #7296 2794 Hickory Boulevard Hudson, NC 28638 Graystone Ophthalmology Assoc. 2060 Hickory Blvd SW (828) 726-1100 http://www.graystone-eye.com Hamby Brothers Concrete, Inc. 2051 Morganton Blvd., SW (828) 754-2176 Ricoh USA 903 Hwy. 321 NW Hickory, NC 28601- (828) 324-6071 http://www.ikon.com Industrial Glass Products, Inc. 1477 Connelly Springs Rd (828) 728-5338 Lenoir Veterinary Hospital PA 2309 Lakeside Terrace Cr. (828) 728-6713 http://www.lenoirveterinaryhospital.com Mackie Furniture Co. 13 N. Main St. Granite Falls, NC 28630 (828) 396-3313 http://www.mackiefurniture.com Myra's Catering 212 W. Main St. Valdese, NC 28690 (828) 879-8049 http://www.myrascatering.com PNC Bank 115 North Main St. Granite Falls, NC 28630 (828) 396-2106 Ann Stover Bail Bonds 219 Main Street NW (828) 758-1955 Wells Fargo Advisors 214 Morganton Blvd. (828) 754-0222 http://www.ijl.com Wilkie Construction Co. 2025 Harper Ave., SW (828) 754-6431 http://www.wilkie-const.com Weiller, Barbara 930 Hawthorne Dr., NE Carolina Base-Pac 3157 Freezer Locker Rd. Hudson, NC 28638 (828) 728-7304 http://www.carolinabasepac.com/ Clark Tire & Auto-Granite Falls 3938 Hickory Blvd. Granite Falls, NC 28630 (828) 396-8473 http://www.clarktire.com Servpro Alexander & Caldwell Counties 1744 Connelly Springs Rd. (828) 396-1070 http://www.servpro.com Master Porta-Jon Service, Inc. 729 Harrisburg Road (828) 754-1074 JAG Publishing 5972 NC 181 Morganton, NC 28655 (828) 219-4250 Marx Industries, Inc. 4276 Helena St. Granite Falls, NC 28630 (828) 396-6700 http://www.marxindustries.com S & S Accounting Services, LLC 1211 Chariot Road Hudson, NC 28638 (828) 726-3019 http://www.ssaccountingllc.com Foothills Shrine Club 2541 Laurel Valley Way (828) 758-0954 Patterson School Foundation 4646 Patterson School Drive (828) 754-5065 http://www.pattersonschoolfoundation.org Caldwell County Yokefellow 1602 Harper Avenue (828) 754-7088 http://www.yokefellowofcaldwellco.org Orchard Hills Golf Course, LLC 2515 Connelly Springs Road Granite Falls, NC 28630 (828) 728-3560 http://www.orchardhillsgolf Mat-Nuwood, LLC 811 Price Place (828) 758-4463 http://www.matinc.biz King Ford Lincoln of Lenoir 515 Wilkesboro Blvd, NE (828) 754-1524 http://www.kingfordlincolnoflenoir.com Walker Real Estate Services 312 Mulberry Street SW (828) 851-1541 http://www.walkerrealestateservices.com
JUNE/JULY 2016 THE CHAMBER MATTERS 11 NEW MEMBERS Carolina Custom Cabinets Kim Farthing 439 Virginia Street SW SkyLine/SkyBest 1200 NC Hwy 194 North West Jefferson, NC 28694 www.skybest.com SkyLine/SkyBest is a North Carolina-based provider of advanced communications technology with a commitment to extraordinary customer service. As a member-owned cooperative serving northwest North Carolina and east Tennessee for more than 65 years, SkyLine Membership Corp. and its subsidiary, SkyBest Communications, are deeply rooted and connected to the communities we serve. Solutions include Fiber-Optic Broadband Internet, Business Systems, Circuits, Digital TV, Security/Surveillance, Voice, and more. Now serving businesses in downtown Lenoir! RiverStreet Networks Mark Presnell 1400 River Street Wilkesboro, NC 28697 www.myriverstreet.net A phone system can be like a lifeline for small businesses. Are you getting the most out of yours? Let RiverStreet Networks give you a business phone system with unlimited calling and features sized just right to help your business. Think a phone system's too expensive? Think again. There is no upfront cost. Just a low monthly payment. Call today for a free quote - 844.238.0131. Clay Anders Insurance Services Sterling Anders 521 Harper Avenue, SW www.nationwide.com/sterling-anders At Clay Anders Nationwide, it is our mission to help our clients manage the risks of everyday life, recover from the unexpected, and to realize their dreams. Our office has been servicing Caldwell County for over 80 years. Sharp USA Shannon Oxentine 164 Mtn Ridge Church Road Taylorsville, NC 28681 www.sharpusa.com Sharp Business Systems offers office equipment including copiers, printers, Aquos Boards, Digital Signage, and managed network services. At Sharp Electronics Corporation, a U.S. subsidiary of Osaka-based Sharp Corporation - a company known worldwide for its unique one-of-a-kind electronic products and solutions, our challenge is to create a balance between work time and personal time, with products that can benefit people's lives at work, at home, and everywhere in between. Sharp consumer electronics can enhance your enjoyment, add to your comfort and open new perspectives. Sharp business products can boost your productivity and reduce costs. Sharp products are designed to help individuals, families, and corporate teams connect effortlessly, communicate clearly, and unleash creativity like never before. Sharp is dedicated to improving people's lives through the use of advanced technology and a commitment to innovation, quality, value, and design. We are proud of our accomplishments and eagerly await the future. We invite you to find out more about us by browsing through our Company Profile where you will learn about our Business Creed & Business Philosophy, our business operations in North America and how to contact us, the value we place upon Corporate Social Responsibility, and the numerous awards won by our innovative products. My Happy Place Gallery Beverly Mihelich 210 Main Street NW myhappyplacegallery@gmail.com A cooperative gallery of skilled local artisans dedicated to creating homemade, one of a kind items for your pleasure or gift giving McMillon Electric Company, Inc. Alice Elrod 1576 Fairbanks Drive www.mcmilloninc.com McMillon Electric Company has been in business in Lenoir, NC for well over 40 years. The company was started by Joe McMillon. Joe and Doris McMillon ran the business and serviced Caldwell and the surrounding counties with residential and commercial electrical and mechanical service, as well as selling Trane Heating and Air Products. The business is now owned and operated by Deborah Wilkie, who has been in the family business herself for over 30 years. McMillon Electric Company is an Independent Trane Comfort Specialist Dealer. We have enjoyed the pleasure and privilege of being of service to the good people of Caldwell and surrounding counties, and we look forward to many more years of service. City Electric Supply Joe Hawk 1431 Norwood Street www.cityelectricsupply.com City Electric Supply is a third generation family owned electrical wholesale business started in 1983. The current US headquarters is in Dallas Texas. CES Lenoir is the 400th Branch in the US. CES provides personalized service and support for customers in the residential, commercial, and industrial marketplace. Even though we are a large company, we continue to provide our customers tailored services for all their electrical supply needs. All of our branches have the freedom to serve and meet the needs of its individual marketplace, and the autonomy to price and stock items based on customers needs. This gives our branches the opportunity to build local relationships within their communities. City Electric Supply has the benefits of a worldwide service network and the personal service of a neighborhood store. While City Electric Supply now employs more than 2,500 people at 412 locations across the United States, our company values have stayed true. We believe in local people building relationships with customers and providing them with the products and services they need. There are four locally grown employees at the CES Lenoir branch eager to serve their community! I m a Believer 1258 SW Hickory Blvd. Lenoir, NC (Hwy. 321 S.) 728-7171 The Irish Rose Bed & Breakfast 1344 Harper Avenue, N.W. Lenoir, N. C. 28645 Come for a weekend or a week of rest and relaxation. For reservations: Tel: 828-758-2323 e-mail: noakesrose@aol.com Apartments 226 Wilson Street, NW woodcrest@cmc-nc.com To Advertise Call 758-7381
12 THE CHAMBER MATTERS JUNE/JULY 2016 Welcome New Businesses The helped to welcome three new busineesses to Caldwell County with Ribbon Cuttings/Reception Wednesday, May 11 at Caldwell County Pediatric Dentistry & Lower Creek Family Dentistry, 1315 Wilkesboro Blvd. Lenoir Thursday, May 19 at City Electric Supply, 1431 Norwood Street, Lenoir. The Lenoir store is the 400th branch for this family owned electrical sully business headquartered in Dallas Tx. They service and support the residential, commercial and industrial marketplace. Four locally grown employees at this store. Thursday, May 19 at My Happy Place Gallery, 210 Main Street NW, downtown Lenoir. A cooperative gallery of skilled local artisans, dedicated to creating homemade, one of a kind items for your pleasure or gift giving. Value Begins At Home. Affordable Funeral Services right here in LENOIR At Pendry s Lenoir Funeral Home we re committed to bringing Lenoir families the highest quality services at maximum value. Whether burial or cremation, we put your needs first and back everything with a 100% Service Guarantee. And we do it all at a reasonable neighbor-to-neighbor price. So whatever your budget, there s no need to go any farther than our convenient location. Our family stands ready to help yours. Call us to learn more and to receive a FREE Personal Planning Guide. Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. Saturday & Sunday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Exclusive provider of Dignity Memorial benefits. Pendry s Lenoir Funeral Home 522 Wilkesboro Blvd Se 828-754-3441 www.pendrysfuneralhome.com