We hope you like the look of our new Chamber Newsletter! With more color, more punch, and added illustrations, we think it has more pizzazz!
Let us know what you think!
Special Recognition is due
Special thanks go to Swainsboro Ford, Lincoln, Mercury, Inc. and Jerry N. Cadle, PC, for sponsorship of this year's Chamber banquet. Swainsboro Ford served as corporate sponsor of the event, while Cadle, PC, sponsored the STAR student and teacher awards program. A special "thank you" goes to each.
Eggs & Issues is held
Swainsboro/Emanuel County Chamber of Commerce, in conjunction with Emanuel County Farm Bureau, held an "Eggs & Issues" breakfast on Saturday morning, February 20th, at Emanuel Medical Center. Over 70 people were in attendance to hear Representative Butch Parrish and State Senator Jack Hill present a brief overview of the legislative session to date, which has dealt primarily with resolving the state's huge budget deficit. According to Senator Hill, state revenues are down approximately 25%. Emanuel County Commissioner James Canady urged the legislators to look at an increase in gasoline sales tax as a way to supplement Georgia's Department of Transportation. Others voiced concerns on the increase in property taxes. "Everything is on the table at this point as we attempt to balance the state budget," stated Rep. Butch Parrish.
Pine Tree Festival unveils new website!
The Pine Tree Festival and Southeast Timber EXPO has a new website. The new site, pinetreefestival.org, gives the very latest information on this year's upcoming event, including the schedule of events, announcements, vendor information, sponsorship information and photos from previous festivals.
Another new event added to this year's Pine Tree Festival and Southeast Timber EXPO will be a "Forestry Field Day" for area landowners and timber growers. The field day will be held Thursday afternoon, April 29th, at the Swainsboro/Emanuel County Recreation Complex beginning at 1 p.m. Exhibits will be set up on a circular path just off the Walking Trail at Swainsboro/Emanuel County Recreational Complex on McLeod Bridge Road. The exhibits will feature educational demonstrations and discussions ranging from "fire control burning" to "pond management." "We're very excited about our new Forestry Field Day and the huge response we are getting from forest-related entities," stated Russ Yeomans, co-chairman of the event. Following Forestry Field Day, at 5 p.m., will be the Georgia Forestry Association Regional Forestry Meeting with certified classes available for landowners and timber professionals. A barbecue dinner will follow.
Emanu'ole Opry is set to return!!!
Emanu'ole Opry is returning to Swainsboro and Emanuel County! The event, will be held on March 5th at the Luck Gambrell Auditorium at East Georgia College, beginning at 7 p.m. Presented by Emanuel Arts Council, the showcase for local musicians always plays to a packed house. Tickets are now available at the Emanuel Arts Center. Call 237-2592 for more information.
Plans underway for Wash Pot Festival!
The 12th Annual Wash Pot Festival will be held in downtown Garfield on May 14th and May 15th. The event will include a fishing tournament, beauty pageant, crafters and vendors, auction, parade, lawn mower races, and much more. The delicious array of Wash Pot food will be served starting at 11 a.m. until the food runs out. That evening, a street dance will close out the event. Entertainment will be provided by "Smokin Mirrors" from St Augustine, Fla. Admission is $3 for day and night activities. For more information call 763-2211 or 912-690-2719.
Looking for a Great Place to Travel?
The 2010 Georgia Travel Guide is now available. The 194-page official travel guide is jam packed with interesting destinations in Georgia to visit. The magazine features attractions, destinations, visitor resources, lodging information, bed & breakfast listings, cabins, camping details and much more. The publication is published by the Georgia Department of Economic Development, Tourism Division. To pick up your free copy, visit the Swainsboro/Emanuel County Chamber of Commerce, 102 South Main, Swainsboro. Swainsboro/Emanuel County Chamber of Commerce, in conjunction with Emanuel County Farm Bureau, held an "Eggs & Issues" breakfast on Saturday morning, February 20th, at Emanuel Medical Center.
Help Report Littering!
The Downtown Development Authority has set up a telephone number to report littering and illegal dumping. The Chamber asks for your help. When you see someone littering, call 237-7025, Extension 1155. Help keep Swainsboro beautiful!!!
Relay for Life date is set
Emanuel County's Relay for Life has been set for Friday night, April 23rd. The event will be held at the Swainsboro/Emanuel County Recreation Department Complex on McLeod Bridge Road. Kenny Griffin is chairman of this year's event. For more information call 237-6426.
Time to Look at Savings!
During these tough economic times keeping expenses down is more important than ever for small businesses. That's why now is a great time to look at all the benefits the Chamber offers. For example, the development of new products has created a way for small-to-medium sized businesses to save on health insurance benefits through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia. If you haven't looked at the options lately, perhaps you should. Through "group buying power" of the MemberCare Alliance of Emanuel CountySM, the Chamber is part of a statewide network of over 130 Chambers of Commerce offering discounted insurance products to Chamber member businesses. The MemberCare Alliance of Emanuel CountySM program includes a variety of discounted insurance products such as: group term, voluntary and dependent life insurance, group dental insurance, group long-term and short-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment and long-term care insurance. If you have not obtained a quote recently, check it out now! You could save a tremendous amount of money. For more information on these insurance offerings, please call the Chamber at 237-6426, one of our participating Chamber-member insurance agents, or Purchasing Alliance Solutions, Inc. (the company that developed MemberCare Alliance of Emanuel CountySM, program) at 770-579-1214 or 1-800-782-8254 ext. 3515. *SM-An independent licensee of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association.
Upcoming Events
Friday, March 5th, 7:00 pm - Emanue'ole Opry, East Georgia College Auditorium
Tuesday, March 9th, 9:30 am - Chamber Executive Board Meeting, Chamber Building
Thursday, March 11th, 12:00 noon - Chamber Regular Board Meeting, Chamber Building
Monday, March 15th, 7:00 pm - Emanuel County Commissioners Meeting, County Chambers
Tuesday, March 16th, 5:00 pm - Emanuel County Joint Development Authority Meeting, Chamber Building
March 2010
Chamber Banquet is held!
The 56th Annual Banquet of the Swainsboro/Emanuel County Chamber of Commerce was held Thursday night, Feb. 4th, in the Richard L. Brown Room at East Georgia College. With nearly 170 people in attendance, the event was a sold out affair. The theme of this year's event was "Come Join Us. . . into the Future." Bill Rogers Jr., president of the chamber, welcomed guests and recalled highlights and successes from the previous year. Following the invocation by Dr. Bobby Sasser, Milton Gray, past chairman of the board of directors, presented awards to outgoing directors. Athen Walden, chairman-elect, presented certificates to the 2009 Leadership Emanuel Class. In award presentations, Swainsboro Supply Company was named the "2009-2010 Small Business of the Year," while Stitch in Print was named the "Large Business of the Year". The highlight of the banquet was the naming of the "Person of the Year". This year's recipient was Emanuel County Commissioner Desse Davis. The crowd enjoyed viewing a power point with pictures of his youth and coaching days. The award was given in recognition of his outstanding service to the community. His daughter, Natalie Davis, introduced the recipient. In addition to the annual chamber awards, special recognition was given to this year's STAR students and teachers. Swainsboro High School's Miriam Durden was named STAR winner. Teri Price was named her STAR teacher. At Emanuel County Institute, David Hodges was named STAR student, with Glenn Turner named STAR teacher at the school. It marked the tenth occasion Mr. Turner had been named STAR Teacher Evan Simmons was the STAR student representing David Emanuel Academy. Sally Grover was named as her STAR teacher. Mr. Simmons is also system STAR student.
February 2010 Chamber Member Renewals
Altamaha Electric Membership Corporation
Auto Parts & Supply (NAPA)
BB&T
Brown, Dr. Betty
Buckley, James W. & Associates
Care One
Chemetron Fire Protection Systems
Church Street Manor
Citizens Bank of Swainsboro
Custom Furniture & Floor Covering
David Emanuel Academy
Denmark & Brown, PC
Derden, John & Carolyn
Durden Banking Company
El Valle Mexican Restaurant
Emanuel County Department of Family & Children Services
Farmers Furniture
Georgia Equippment Company
Georgia Power Company
Gribbin, David
Harvey's
Heritage Healthcare of Swainsboro
Kilpatrick & Sconyers
L & M Farms
McRae Insurance
Northland Cable Television
Peddler, The
Pilot Club of Emanuel County
Pine Ridge Properties
RadioJones, LLC'Reeves Construction Company
Shepherd, Gary & McWhorter
Smith, Mark, DMD
Sunbelt Air, Inc.
Swainsboro Eye Clinic
Swainsboro Ready Mix
Tankersley, Carl
Ultra Clean
United Hospice
Wal-Mart Discount Cities
Yeomans Wood & Timber
Youmans, P.O., Jr., CPA
February 2010 Chamber
New Members
Atkinson, Lawrence 101 South Railroad Street Garfield, GA 30425 478-763-2149 laatkins@pineland.net
City of Garfield Virgil Rainey, Mayor 301 Monroe Street Garfield, GA 30425 478-763-3264 garfield@pineland.net
City of Stillmore Marilyn Slater, Mayor 307 North 2nd Street Stillmore, GA 30464 912-562-3529 stillmorecityhall@yahoo.com
Griffin, Kenneth W. 539 Modoc Road Swainsboro, GA 30401 478-289-6385 kwgriffi@southernco.com
Hulsey, Tootle & Harrison, LLP Kasey Harrison 11 South Rountree Street Metter, GA 30439 912-685-6400 kthcpa@pineland.net
Leach, Sonji 689 South Main Street Swainsboro, GA 30401 478-237-2267 sleach@emanuel.k12.ga.us
Papa Buck's BBQ & Catering Von Johnson 5th Avenue Twin City, GA 30471 478-494-4941 cjjjohnson@bellsouth.net
Sconyers, Linda 131 Patrick Street Swainsboro, GA 30401 478-237-2030 lsconyers@emanuel.k12.ga.us
Southern Laundry LLC Sandra S. Hall 111 East Church Street Swainsboro, GA 30401 478-237-5431 hall7516@att.net
Southern Pawn & Gold James Penley 301 South Main Street Swainsboro, GA 30401 478-289-7150 james@harpeninvestments.com
Standard Quality Collision Chris Stanford 520 North Railroad Avenue Twin City, GA 30471 478-763-2358 squality@pineland.net
Sullivan Environmental Services Johnny NeeSmith P.O. Drawer 370 Twin City, GA 30471 478-237-3900 sullivans@repsrv.com
Swainsboro/Emanuel County Chamber of Commerce | 102 South Main Street | Swainsboro | GA | 30401
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We hope you like the look of our new Chamber Newsletter! With more color, more punch, and added illustrations, we think it has more pizzazz!
Let us know what you think!
Special Recognition is due
Special thanks go to Swainsboro Ford, Lincoln, Mercury, Inc. and Jerry N. Cadle, PC, for sponsorship of this year's Chamber banquet. Swainsboro Ford served as corporate sponsor of the event, while Cadle, PC, sponsored the STAR student and teacher awards program. A special "thank you" goes to each.
Eggs & Issues is held
Swainsboro/Emanuel County Chamber of Commerce, in conjunction with Emanuel County Farm Bureau, held an "Eggs & Issues" breakfast on Saturday morning, February 20th, at Emanuel Medical Center. Over 70 people were in attendance to hear Representative Butch Parrish and State Senator Jack Hill present a brief overview of the legislative session to date, which has dealt primarily with resolving the state's huge budget deficit. According to Senator Hill, state revenues are down approximately 25%. Emanuel County Commissioner James Canady urged the legislators to look at an increase in gasoline sales tax as a way to supplement Georgia's Department of Transportation. Others voiced concerns on the increase in property taxes. "Everything is on the table at this point as we attempt to balance the state budget," stated Rep. Butch Parrish.
Pine Tree Festival unveils new website!
The Pine Tree Festival and Southeast Timber EXPO has a new website. The new site, pinetreefestival.org, gives the very latest information on this year's upcoming event, including the schedule of events, announcements, vendor information, sponsorship information and photos from previous festivals.
Another new event added to this year's Pine Tree Festival and Southeast Timber EXPO will be a "Forestry Field Day" for area landowners and timber growers. The field day will be held Thursday afternoon, April 29th, at the Swainsboro/Emanuel County Recreation Complex beginning at 1 p.m. Exhibits will be set up on a circular path just off the Walking Trail at Swainsboro/Emanuel County Recreational Complex on McLeod Bridge Road. The exhibits will feature educational demonstrations and discussions ranging from "fire control burning" to "pond management." "We're very excited about our new Forestry Field Day and the huge response we are getting from forest-related entities," stated Russ Yeomans, co-chairman of the event. Following Forestry Field Day, at 5 p.m., will be the Georgia Forestry Association Regional Forestry Meeting with certified classes available for landowners and timber professionals. A barbecue dinner will follow.
Emanu'ole Opry is set to return!!!
Emanu'ole Opry is returning to Swainsboro and Emanuel County! The event, will be held on March 5th at the Luck Gambrell Auditorium at East Georgia College, beginning at 7 p.m. Presented by Emanuel Arts Council, the showcase for local musicians always plays to a packed house. Tickets are now available at the Emanuel Arts Center. Call 237-2592 for more information.
Plans underway for Wash Pot Festival!
The 12th Annual Wash Pot Festival will be held in downtown Garfield on May 14th and May 15th. The event will include a fishing tournament, beauty pageant, crafters and vendors, auction, parade, lawn mower races, and much more. The delicious array of Wash Pot food will be served starting at 11 a.m. until the food runs out. That evening, a street dance will close out the event. Entertainment will be provided by "Smokin Mirrors" from St Augustine, Fla. Admission is $3 for day and night activities. For more information call 763-2211 or 912-690-2719.
Looking for a Great Place to Travel?
The 2010 Georgia Travel Guide is now available. The 194-page official travel guide is jam packed with interesting destinations in Georgia to visit. The magazine features attractions, destinations, visitor resources, lodging information, bed & breakfast listings, cabins, camping details and much more. The publication is published by the Georgia Department of Economic Development, Tourism Division. To pick up your free copy, visit the Swainsboro/Emanuel County Chamber of Commerce, 102 South Main, Swainsboro. Swainsboro/Emanuel County Chamber of Commerce, in conjunction with Emanuel County Farm Bureau, held an "Eggs & Issues" breakfast on Saturday morning, February 20th, at Emanuel Medical Center.
Help Report Littering!
The Downtown Development Authority has set up a telephone number to report littering and illegal dumping. The Chamber asks for your help. When you see someone littering, call 237-7025, Extension 1155. Help keep Swainsboro beautiful!!!
Relay for Life date is set
Emanuel County's Relay for Life has been set for Friday night, April 23rd. The event will be held at the Swainsboro/Emanuel County Recreation Department Complex on McLeod Bridge Road. Kenny Griffin is chairman of this year's event. For more information call 237-6426.
Time to Look at Savings!
During these tough economic times keeping expenses down is more important than ever for small businesses. That's why now is a great time to look at all the benefits the Chamber offers. For example, the development of new products has created a way for small-to-medium sized businesses to save on health insurance benefits through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia. If you haven't looked at the options lately, perhaps you should. Through "group buying power" of the MemberCare Alliance of Emanuel CountySM, the Chamber is part of a statewide network of over 130 Chambers of Commerce offering discounted insurance products to Chamber member businesses. The MemberCare Alliance of Emanuel CountySM program includes a variety of discounted insurance products such as: group term, voluntary and dependent life insurance, group dental insurance, group long-term and short-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment and long-term care insurance. If you have not obtained a quote recently, check it out now! You could save a tremendous amount of money. For more information on these insurance offerings, please call the Chamber at 237-6426, one of our participating Chamber-member insurance agents, or Purchasing Alliance Solutions, Inc. (the company that developed MemberCare Alliance of Emanuel CountySM, program) at 770-579-1214 or 1-800-782-8254 ext. 3515. *SM-An independent licensee of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association.
Upcoming Events
Friday, March 5th, 7:00 pm - Emanue'ole Opry, East Georgia College Auditorium
Tuesday, March 9th, 9:30 am - Chamber Executive Board Meeting, Chamber Building
Thursday, March 11th, 12:00 noon - Chamber Regular Board Meeting, Chamber Building
Monday, March 15th, 7:00 pm - Emanuel County Commissioners Meeting, County Chambers
Tuesday, March 16th, 5:00 pm - Emanuel County Joint Development Authority Meeting, Chamber Building
March 2010
Chamber Banquet is held!
The 56th Annual Banquet of the Swainsboro/Emanuel County Chamber of Commerce was held Thursday night, Feb. 4th, in the Richard L. Brown Room at East Georgia College. With nearly 170 people in attendance, the event was a sold out affair. The theme of this year's event was "Come Join Us. . . into the Future." Bill Rogers Jr., president of the chamber, welcomed guests and recalled highlights and successes from the previous year. Following the invocation by Dr. Bobby Sasser, Milton Gray, past chairman of the board of directors, presented awards to outgoing directors. Athen Walden, chairman-elect, presented certificates to the 2009 Leadership Emanuel Class. In award presentations, Swainsboro Supply Company was named the "2009-2010 Small Business of the Year," while Stitch in Print was named the "Large Business of the Year". The highlight of the banquet was the naming of the "Person of the Year". This year's recipient was Emanuel County Commissioner Desse Davis. The crowd enjoyed viewing a power point with pictures of his youth and coaching days. The award was given in recognition of his outstanding service to the community. His daughter, Natalie Davis, introduced the recipient. In addition to the annual chamber awards, special recognition was given to this year's STAR students and teachers. Swainsboro High School's Miriam Durden was named STAR winner. Teri Price was named her STAR teacher. At Emanuel County Institute, David Hodges was named STAR student, with Glenn Turner named STAR teacher at the school. It marked the tenth occasion Mr. Turner had been named STAR Teacher Evan Simmons was the STAR student representing David Emanuel Academy. Sally Grover was named as her STAR teacher. Mr. Simmons is also system STAR student.
February 2010 Chamber Member Renewals
Altamaha Electric Membership Corporation
Auto Parts & Supply (NAPA)
BB&T
Brown, Dr. Betty
Buckley, James W. & Associates
Care One
Chemetron Fire Protection Systems
Church Street Manor
Citizens Bank of Swainsboro
Custom Furniture & Floor Covering
David Emanuel Academy
Denmark & Brown, PC
Derden, John & Carolyn
Durden Banking Company
El Valle Mexican Restaurant
Emanuel County Department of Family & Children Services
Farmers Furniture
Georgia Equippment Company
Georgia Power Company
Gribbin, David
Harvey's
Heritage Healthcare of Swainsboro
Kilpatrick & Sconyers
L & M Farms
McRae Insurance
Northland Cable Television
Peddler, The
Pilot Club of Emanuel County
Pine Ridge Properties
RadioJones, LLC'Reeves Construction Company
Shepherd, Gary & McWhorter
Smith, Mark, DMD
Sunbelt Air, Inc.
Swainsboro Eye Clinic
Swainsboro Ready Mix
Tankersley, Carl
Ultra Clean
United Hospice
Wal-Mart Discount Cities
Yeomans Wood & Timber
Youmans, P.O., Jr., CPA
February 2010 Chamber
New Members
Atkinson, Lawrence 101 South Railroad Street Garfield, GA 30425 478-763-2149 laatkins@pineland.net
City of Garfield Virgil Rainey, Mayor 301 Monroe Street Garfield, GA 30425 478-763-3264 garfield@pineland.net
City of Stillmore Marilyn Slater, Mayor 307 North 2nd Street Stillmore, GA 30464 912-562-3529 stillmorecityhall@yahoo.com
Griffin, Kenneth W. 539 Modoc Road Swainsboro, GA 30401 478-289-6385 kwgriffi@southernco.com
Hulsey, Tootle & Harrison, LLP Kasey Harrison 11 South Rountree Street Metter, GA 30439 912-685-6400 kthcpa@pineland.net
Leach, Sonji 689 South Main Street Swainsboro, GA 30401 478-237-2267 sleach@emanuel.k12.ga.us
Papa Buck's BBQ & Catering Von Johnson 5th Avenue Twin City, GA 30471 478-494-4941 cjjjohnson@bellsouth.net
Sconyers, Linda 131 Patrick Street Swainsboro, GA 30401 478-237-2030 lsconyers@emanuel.k12.ga.us
Southern Laundry LLC Sandra S. Hall 111 East Church Street Swainsboro, GA 30401 478-237-5431 hall7516@att.net
Southern Pawn & Gold James Penley 301 South Main Street Swainsboro, GA 30401 478-289-7150 james@harpeninvestments.com
Standard Quality Collision Chris Stanford 520 North Railroad Avenue Twin City, GA 30471 478-763-2358 squality@pineland.net
Sullivan Environmental Services Johnny NeeSmith P.O. Drawer 370 Twin City, GA 30471 478-237-3900 sullivans@repsrv.com
Swainsboro/Emanuel County Chamber of Commerce | 102 South Main Street | Swainsboro | GA | 30401
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Another new event added to this year's Pine Tree Festival and Southeast Timber EXPO will be a "Forestry Field Day" for area landowners and timber growers. The field day will be held Thursday afternoon, April 29th, at the Swainsboro/Emanuel County Recreation Complex beginning at 1 p.m. 
Emanuel County's Relay for Life has been set for Friday night, April 23rd. The event will be held at the Swainsboro/Emanuel County Recreation Department Complex on McLeod Bridge Road. Kenny Griffin is chairman of this year's event. For more information call 237-6426.
