| Swainsboro/Emanuel County Chamber of Commerce |
Forestry Field Day is added to this year's Pine Tree!
Reflecting the desire to expand the Pine Tree Festival into a more regional event, Swainsboro Festival Foundation, Inc. has announced plans to add a forestry and wildlife field day to this year's EXPO events. The event will be called "A Day in the Forest."
The event will be held on Thursday afternoon, April 29, from 1 P.M. until 5 P.M. at the EXPO site on McLeod Bridge Road. The event will be followed by the Georgia Forestry Association Regional Meeting and Dinner. Tickets for "A Day in the Forest" are $5. Ticket prices for both the field day and the GFA meeting and dinner are $15.
Russ Yeomans, Co-Chair of the Southeast Timber Expo explains, "We are extremely excited to be teaming up with Georgia Forestry Association to offer landowners and friends of forestry an opportunity to learn about management practices and brush up on current events and happenings in the forestry industry." Many of the short classes will be "certified," allowing forestry professionals to earn credits outside the classroom.
Many forest and wildlife businesses and organizations will be on hand to promote forestry service and management techniques. Expected to attend are experts from the Georgia Forestry Commission, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources, The Nature Conservancy, The University of Georgia Warnell School of Forestry, The University of Georgia College of Agriculture, The Longleaf Alliance and The National Wild Turkey Federation.
"An outdoor environment will be the setting for an educational experience as attendees take a beautiful trek down a short trail linking stations that will cover topics such as streamside management, water quality, pond management, pine straw production, forest health/ invasive species, herbaceous weed control and wildlife habitat. Participants will be able to move about at their own speed, asking questions and seeing live demonstrations.
The Georgia Department of Natural Resources and the Georgia Forestry Commission-Emanuel County Unit will conduct two control burns at 1:45 P.M. and 3:45 P.M. on site, weather permitting.
"The State of Georgia has over 24 million acres in forest land. Swainsboro and Emanuel County are at the very heart of this "timber belt". Many citizens in this region either work in timber, own land, or are affected by this industry. It's only fitting that the Pine Tree Festival and Southeast Timber Expo grow to include a forest and wildlife field day to spotlight this important renewable resource," stated Bill Rogers Jr., chairman of Swainsboro Festival Foundation, Inc.
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Historic airplanes to arrive for festival
Last year, the Pine Tree Festival introduced a new addition to the festivities. Flying over the parade route and on display all day was "Killer B," a World War II B-25 Bomber.
This year "Killer B" will return to Festival, but with additional reinforcements. Expected to appear are a T6-Texan and a DC-3. Both aircraft were instrumental in winning the war.
Weather permitting, the historic aircraft will pass over the downtown area on Saturday morning enroute to the Swainsboro/Emanuel County Airport. The aircrafts will then taxi over to the EXPO site for viewing.
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SBDC offer Small Business Class
The Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Georgia Southern University is offering a new small business class for area businesses on financing. The class will be held Thursday, April 15th, from 6 P.M. to 8 P.M., at the Bulloch County Center for Agriculture. The center is located at 151 Langston Chapel Road in Statesboro, Ga.
"Small Business Financing in Tough Times" is a financing workshop led by actual bankers who go through the ins and outs of financing in these tough economic times. Speakers will discuss creative financing programs and working capital loans. Participants encouraged to attend include business owners, business assistance organizations, chambers of commerce members and others. This program is free of charge. Seating is limited, so please pre-register at www.georgiasbdc.org. Click on "Classroom Training," then click on "Statesboro."
For more information, please call Nancy Elrod, Georgia Southern University Small Business Development Center, 912-478-7232, or the Swainsboro/Emanuel County Chamber of Commerce at 478-237-6426.
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Lights Up!
On Friday night April 9th, the Emanuel Arts Council will showcase local talent with the premier of "Lights Up!. . .An Evening of Emanuel Talent!" Advanced tickets are $3 with tickets at the door, $5.00.
The event will be held at the Emanuel Arts Center on North Green Street. For more information call Emanuel Arts Council, Inc. at 478-237-2592.
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Calling all local businesses. . .
Local businesses are invited to be a part of this year's Pine Tree Festival & Southeast Timber EXPO. Being a vendor allows your business to show your product(s) before a huge audience. Last year over 10,000 people attended the event. For display information, call Athen Walden, 478-237-6619.
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Congratulations, Doug!!!
Emanuel County's Chief Forest Ranger, Doug Chassereau, has been named recipient of the 2009 Robert E. Browning, Jr. Award which recognizes outstanding wildland fire prevention efforts within the 13-state southern region.
The national honor is given for his leadership in preventing fires in Emanuel County. The number of wildfires in Emanuel County has declined by 30 percent, and the number of acres lost to wildfire has been reduced by 25% through his leadership, states the award.
Chassereau has been with the Georgia Forest Commission for 15 years, and has served as Emanuel County's Chief Ranger for four years. He was nominated for working within a 34-county target area that had the highest number of wildfires in Georgia. Chassereau's efforts included a prevention plan for the county which emphasized debris burning as the primary causes of wildfire. A billboard campaign supported the plan, and Chassereau promoted the cause at the 2008 Pine Tree Festival & Southeast Timber EXPO.
Chassereau sits on the board of directors of the Swainsboro Festival Foundation, Inc., the host body for the annual Pine Tree Festival and Southeast Timber EXPO.
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Wash Pot Festival is planned for May 15th
The 12th annual Garfield Wash Pot Festival has been planned for Friday and Saturday, May 14th & 15th. The festival will kickoff this year with a bass fishing tournament on May 1st.
On Friday night, May 14th, beginning at 7 P.M., live music will be presented from the stage, with vendors and crafters open for business.
On Saturday, May 15th, events include a 5K Potty Run, food & craft vendors, parade, auction, lawn mower pull and a street dance featuring the "Smokin Mirrors," from St. Augustine, Fla.
The Wash Pot Festival is famous for its delicious southern foods cooked in giant wash pots. Selections include barbecue, fried chicken, Brunswick stew, corn, collards, creamed corn, and much, much more. The lunch will be served at 11 A.M. and don't be late, because the food doesn't last long!!!
The Garfield Wash Pot Beauty Pageant will be held on May 5 & 6 at the Emanuel County Institute Auditorium. For more information call 763-2211 or 912-690-2719. |
Parrish's legislation makes good sense!
In today's tough economic environment, local governments need all the help they can receive. We like good sensible legislation, such as that introduced by our own Rep. Butch Parrish.
HR 1203 and HB 1020 would allow school systems to use education special purpose local option sales tax revenue (E-SPLOST) for maintenance and operations expenses or to reduce property taxes.
As the law is currently written, E-SPLOST money can only be used for construction projects. Parrish's bill, which was approved overwhelmingly by the House, would change the law, giving school systems more flexibility
Since voters approve E-SPLOST on a local level, a constitutional amendment changing the law is required. HR 1203 still needs two-thirds approval of the Georgia Senate and must be approved by the voters in November.
It's our hope the bill will eventually be expanded to include county governments as well!---By Bill Rogers Jr., Chamber President
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"Relay Through the Year Because Cancer Never Takes a Holiday"
"Relay Through the Year Because Cancer Never Takes a Holiday" is the theme for the Relay For Life event to be held in Emanuel County on Friday, April 23rd. Opening ceremonies are scheduled to begin at 7 PM. The event will be held at the Swainsboro/Emanuel County Recreation Complex on McLeod Bridge Road. Registration for cancer survivors will begin at 5:15 followed by a survivor cookout at 6 PM. The 'Kids Zone' will also open at 6 PM. The public is encouraged to attend.
For more information on Relay For Life, please contact Donna Brinson at 478-237-6426. |
 Flat Creek takes honors!
The only Georgia dairy to win medals at the competition, Flat Creek Lodge and Head Cheesemaker Dane Huebner won a "Best of Class" in the Bandaged Cheddar category for the Natural Rind Cheddar and a "Best of Class" in surface (Mold) Ripened Mixed Cheese Category for the Uneenodae (a blend of 50% sheep and cow's milk). Flat Creek also won a second place award in the Bandaged Cheddar, Sharp to Aged category for their Cypress Cheddar.
The World Championship Cheese Contest is the largest cheese and butter competition in the world.
Flat Creek Lodge is located at 367 Bishop Chapel Church Road, Swainsboro.
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Southeastern Technical College Presents Career Fest 2010
Take this opportunity to visit with motivated students and other job seekers eager to discuss your employment needs and career possibilities. STC students and alumni are invited as well as high school seniors from our service area.
Career Fest 2010 will be held on Wednesday, April 21, 2010 from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Southeastern Technical College plays a vital role in the training and workforce of this area. We not only evaluate students on their technical skills, but also on work ethics. If you would like more information on finding great qualified workers, contact Cindy Phillips, 478-289-2256, cphillips@southeasterntech.edu. |
Tuesday, April 6th, 9:30 am - Chamber Executive Board Meeting, Chamber Building
Thursday, April 8th, 12:00 noon - Chamber Regular Board Meeting, Chamber Building
Friday, April 9th, 7:00 pm - Emanuel Arts Council present "Lights Up," Emanuel Arts Council Auditorium
Tuesday, April 13th, 5:00 pm - Joint Development Authority Board Meeting, Chamber Building
Thursday, April 15th, 1:30 pm - Joint Development Authority Board Meeting, Chamber Building
Thursday, April 15th, 6:00 pm - "Small Business Financing in Tough Times" Seminar, Bulloch County Center for Agriculture, 151 Langston Chapel Road, Statesboro, GA
Monday, April 19th, 7:00 pm - Emanuel County Commissioners Meeting, County Chambers
Wednesday, April 21st, 9:00 am-12:00 noon - Career Fest 2010, Southeastern Technical College-Swainsboro Campus
Friday, April 23rd, 7:00 pm - Relay for Life of Emanuel County, Emanuel County Recreation Department
Saturday, April 24th-Wednesday, May 5th - Pine Tree Festival & Southeast Timber EXPO
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Concert Plans are announced!
Country sensations Bucky Covington and Jimmy Wayne will appear in concert at this year's Pine Tree Festival. This announcement was made by Athen Walden, president of Swainsboro Festival Foundation, Inc., organizers of the Pine Tree Festival and Southeast Timber EXPO.
The Friday night concert will be held at the Swainsboro/Emanuel County Recreational Center on McLeod Bridge Road. Tickets are $15 in advance, $20 at the door, and can be purchased at the Swainsboro/Emanuel County Chamber of Commerce or online at www.pinetreefestival.org.
In 2008, Jimmy Wayne's career was stone cold. His new album, "Do You Believe Me Now," turned into one of the greatest comeback stories in modern country music history. His album soared to the top of the country charts, was No. 1 for three weeks, and became one of the biggest hits of 2008-2009.
Bucky Covington's career took off after appearances on American Idol. His talent was illustrated through three hit singles ("A Different World," " I'll Work," "It's Good to be Us") that push his debut album toward gold status. He became the best selling debut artist of the class of 2007, with the best first week sales and highest Top 200 debut for any male artist in 15 years.
Also on stage will be one of Atlanta's hottest country bands, South 70. The band will kick off the concert prior to Wayne's and Covington's appearances.
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| March 2010 Chamber Member Renewals |
American Cancer Society
Barwick, Greg
CH2M HILL OMI
Clark, Chuck
Crossroads Café
Cypress Inn Bed & Breakfast
Days Inn & Suites
Deluxe Inn
District Attorney, Middle Judicial Circuit
Donaldson Surveys, Inc.
Drs. Broderick, Vaught & Dusek, P.C.
Emanuel Tractor Sales, Inc.
English, Bill & Lynn
Faircloth Welding & Fabrication
IKON Office Solutions
Kent's Tax Services
Kongsberg Automotive
Lewis, Eddie
Maryland Fried Chicken
Medical Center Pharmacy, Inc.
Phillip Jennings Turf Farms, LLC
Quality Air Conditioning
Reeves, Judge Bobby
Retirement Inn
Savannah Luggage Works
Shop-Rite Pharmacy
Smith Rural Health Clinic
Southeastern Technical College-Swainsboro Campus
Spivey, Carlton & Edenfield
Stanford Quality Collision
Stewarts Jewelers, Inc.
Swainsboro Golf & Country Club, Inc
Ted's Land Clearing and Dozer Service
Spivey, Carlton & Edenfield
Stanford Quality Collision
Stewarts Jewelers, Inc.
Swainsboro Golf & Country Club, Inc
Ted's Land Clearing and Do Service
Terwilliger's Auto Service
Thompson's Outdoor Center
Twin City Precision Metals, LLC
Wilson's Pharmacy
Wise Internet Solutions
Yeomans Chiropractic |
| March 2010 Chamber
New Members |
Bareford Sr., Jackson D.
258 Arden Drive
Swainsboro, GA 30401
478-237-2346
jdbar@bellsouth.net
Front Porch II
Ron & Vivian Collins
686 South Main Street
Swainsboro, GA 30401
478-289-6523
vivron@ymail.com
Jackson, Annette
508 Old Nunez Road
Swainsboro, GA 30401
478-494-8785
ajac253886@bellsouth.net
Southern Metals Recycling of Swainsboro
Madison Elliott
566 Fairground Road
P.O. Box 747
Swainsboro, GA 30401
478-289-9390
madison@southernmetalusa.com
Walden, Athen & Abby
3360 Highway 80 East
Twin City, GA 30471
912-682-8773
abwcpa@pineland.net |
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