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Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce 600 E. Depot PO Box 880 Brownwood, TX 76804
September 9, 2010 Volume 5, Issue 9
Your September 2010 Monthly Chamber Newsletter I NSIDE T HIS I SSUE PAGE 2 • Business Showcase Layout PAGE 3 • Business Shocase Sponsors PAGE 4 • Business Shocase Sponsors PAGE 5 • Ribbon Cuttings PAGE 6 • “Time Management” PAGE 7 • Chamber Luncheon • HPU Scholarship PAGE 8 • Reunion Celebration
Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce Phone: (325) 646-9535 Fax (325) 643-6686 membership @brownwoodchamber.org
Check out our up coming events on Page 6.
Win an iPad 16th Annual Business Showcase, Thursday, September 9th It is time again for the Annual Business Showcase hosted by the Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce. For 15 years, the Brownwood Chamber has provided a venue for local businesses to network with over 1,000 potential clients/customers in one location and ultimately grow their business and the local economy. This year will not be any different; the 16th Annual Business Showcase will feature over 60 local businesses in various lines of trade from banking, insurance and energy to home health services and personal well being. The show will open at 10:00 AM on Thursday, September 9th at the Brownwood Coliseum and will feature well-known, established businesses as well as some of the newest in the Brownwood area. Admission is only $2 and complimentary passes are available for a limited time at the Brownwood Chamber of Commerce office. The first 500 visitors will receive a tote bag to hold all of the valuable information you will likely gather throughout your visit! All visitors to the show will have the opportunity to win booth prizes from each of the exhibitors and even a SPECIAL Grand Door Prize, an Apple iPad, to be given away at the end of the day. For the 4th year, the “Taste of Brownwood” returns to offer the community an opportunity
to sample favorite recipes from local restaurants, caterers and bakeries. From 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM, showcase visitors can visit restaurant row and sample tasty treats from Twisted Sisters To-Go, Hard Eight Bar-B-Q, The Turtle Restaurant & Gelateria, The Chatfield Assisted Living, Schwan’s and Chick-fil-A. Make plans to attend today, visit with people you have known for years and get to know the new faces in town. Take time to learn about the products and services offered by each one of these local business owners. The Brownwood Chamber encourages local residents to “shop local” to support local businesses and our local economy. Every dollar that you spend in Brownwood generates the funds used to better the community that we all call home. *A special thank you to all of the exhibitors and sponsors that make this show a success year after year. The 2010 Business Showcase Event Sponsors include Citizens National Bank, Howard Payne University, KPSM 99.3 “The Rock”, Songbird Lodge and The Chatfield Assisted Living. Gold Sponsors are Brownwood Regional Medical Center, Creative Image Laser Solutions, KTAB/KRBC TV and the Silver Sponsors include Brady Health Care Services, Moore Printing Company, On Target and Texas Bank.
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“AA” Prosthetic Services Booth 33 Abilene Regional Airport Booth 27 Andy’s Pest Troopers Booth 55 Big Brothers Big Sisters Booth 21 Bob’s Fuels Booth 61 Brady Health Care Services Booth 11 Brown County Farm Bureau Booth 30 Brown County Independent Booth 57 Brownwood Chamber Booth 1 Brownwood Fitness Booth 5 Brownwood Regional Medical Center Booth 40 CARE Nursing & Retirement Community Booth 16 Central Texas Communications, Inc. Booth 14 Central Texas Rural Transit District Booth 4 Chick-Fil-A Booth 44 (“Taste of Brownwood”) Citizens National Bank Booth 54 CMS Health Care Inc. Booth 17 Coggin Avenue Medical Park/AccuScreen Booth 22 Colonial Life & Supplemental Insurance Booth 63 Creative Image Laser Solutions Booth 64 Cross Country Health Care Booth 1 Demand Staff, Inc. Booth 35 Down to Earth Booth 6 Encompass Home Health Booth 24 Farmers Insurance Booth 9 First Central Credit Union Booth 59 General Power & Light Booth 32 Girling Home Health Booth 3 Goldthwaite Health & Rehab Booth 36 Graham’s Genuine Gardening, Design Booth 12 Green Mountain Energy Network Booth 28 Hard Eight Pit Bar-B-Q Booth 45 (“Taste of Brownwood”) Heart of Texas Orthopaedics Booth 62 Heartland Chiropractic Booth 39 Hilton Garden Inn Booth 38 Howard Payne University Booth 53 Insignia Booth 6 Juice Plus Booth 31 KPSM, The Rock 99.3 Booth 47 KTAB/KRBC TV Booth 13 KTXS/KTES/CW Abilene Booth 19 & 20 Leland’s Log Cabins Booth 10 & 66 (outside) Lighthouse Hospice Booth 60 Mary Kay Booth 8 McCluskey & Associates Booth 26 Mid-Tex Cellular Booth 42 New Horizons Booth 23 On Target Booth 34 Personnel Services of Brownwood Booth 58 Reliant Rehab Hospital Booth 18 Salvation Army – Brownwood Booth 8 Scentsy – Brandy Mills Booth 25 Schwan’s Booth 43 (“Taste of Brownwood”) Service Master Booth 15 Sodexho Booth 52 & 49 (“Taste of Brownwood”) Songbird Lodge Booth 65 State Farm Insurance – Mike Hall Booth 37 Texas Bank Booth 29 The Chatfield Assisted Living Booth 41 The Chatfield Assisted Living Booth 46 (“Taste of Brownwood”) Timeless You Booth 56 Turtle Restaurant & Gelateria Booth 50 (“Taste of Brownwood”) Twisted Sisters To-Go Booth 51 (“Taste of Brownwood”) West Texas Rehabilitation Center Booth 2 Workforce Solutions of West Texas Booth 7
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16th Annual Business Showcase Sponsors is proud to support the Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce. In the same way that the Chamber is dedicated to the success of Brown County businesses, we are Brady Health Care Services dedicated to the health of its citizens. Our Home Health services include Nursing, Therapy, Social Work and Home Health Aids. Specialty Programs for Total Knee and Hip Replacements, Spine Surgery, Congestive Heart Failure, and Fall Prevention are all part of our comprehensive care. Our TeleHealth program, VitalPartners 365, takes healthcare to a whole new level by placing a vital signs telemonitor in the home and assigning a Personal Health Coach to assist in maintaining
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As our state and local economies continue to climb out of the national recession of 2009, Brownwood Regional Medical Center is leading our community in its efforts to expand the services of our healthcare economy. Through the recruitment of new primary care physicians and specialists, and improving our services through better technology and improved services, BRMC is growing to meet the needs of Central Texas and the Big Country. This September, BRMC welcomes two new Internal Medicine physicians to the medical staff. Dr. Henry Ejere and Dr. Amber Ervin will both be accepting new patients in their new practices. Dr. Ejere is Board Certified in Internal Medicine and most recently served as a Hospitalist at the Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital in Albany, Georgia. He will open a solo practice in
All road signs point to Citizens National Bank! The time is right for Citizens National Bank at Brownwood ! If you are looking for a bank that strives to provide quality service and dependable security to central Texas , then come home to Citizens National Bank. We are a bank ready and willing to meet your needs. Citizens National Bank has established itself in central Texas as a leader among financial institu-
0%quality )#H0!: %care 9#0.(# good health. Our Triangle of Care is our commitment to high thatH0::# keeps our clients healthy, at home and out of the hospital. BHCS is locat# ed at 3657 Highway 377 South, Brownwood with offices also in Brady and San Saba. Our administrator Kasey Bonnema, RN welcomes your calls at 325.643.4999 or toll free 800.343.5446 if you have any questions about home health. Thank you Brown County for choosing BHCS-Brownwood for all your home health needs! It is our privilege. Redefining homecare…It’s what we do.
Brownwood. Dr. Ervin recently completed her residency in Internal Medicine at the University of North Texas Health Science Center, Ft. Worth, Texas. She will be joining the offices of Heart of Texas Internal Medicine. In addition to the two new Internists, Dr. Steve Roberts, Orthopaedic Surgeon, opened his practice this past August and is currently accepting new patients. Dr. Roberts recently completed his residency in Orthopaedic
tions. Many have come to know and trust Citizens National Bank. We are located in Brownwood , Texas , and have strong ties to many of our neighboring communities. As one of the largest originators of home mortgage loans in central Texas, Citizens National Bank looks forward to the economic growth in our surrounding area. Our commitment to our customers and our community is just one reason Citizens National Bank stands apart. Nestled in the heart of central Texas , we at Citizens National Bank pride ourselves in
Creative Image Laser Solutions has a mission. The founding principles are to help you look better, whether you show the ravages of age, too many suntans, or too many delicious meals (too fat). We can help you; the logo is to let men know that they have not been left out. Our office is equipped with the most recent up to date technology available. Creative Image Laser Solutions can offer you what used to be only offered in larger cities. We offer a wide variety of services including: Laser Hair removal, Spider Vein Removal, Skin Resurfacing, Botox® & Filler injection, Facial Remodeling, Tightening Treatments, Medical Assisted Weight Loss, Body Contouring, and Liposuction. For more information stop by our office at
3661 Highway 377 south or call (325) 641-1927.
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Surgery at Texas Tech University Health Science Center in Lubbock, Texas. Dr. Roberts provides general Orthopaedic services including total joints and sports medicine. Brownwood Regional Medical Center will, very soon, be offering Digital Mammography Screening and Stereotactic Breast Biopsy capabilities. Working in conjunction with the Walker Cancer Center, these diagnostic tests will greatly enhance the ability of our physicians and surgeons to more quickly and accurately diagnosis breast abnormalities and potential malignant tumors. At BRMC, our goal is to serve our community with high quality health services and treat every patient like family. Thanks for making BRMC your choice for the care of your family.
being an active part of our surrounding area. We support many organizations that benefit people both locally and nationally. The employees of Citizens National Bank are encouraged to participate in activities that make Brownwood and many of its surrounding areas a better place to live. We feel that our customers deserve a financial institution that desires to be a helping hand to our community. Let Citizens National Bank assist you and your banking needs as you travel down the “road to success” in 2010 and the coming years.
Dr. Gary Butka Medical Director Amy Bean Certified Aesthetician Irazu Urbiola Patient Coordinator
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16th Annual Business Showcase Sponsors KPSM 99.3FM “The Rock” is a 100,000 watt commercial Radio Station with a contemporary Christian/Praise and Worship format located in Brownwood, Texas. It covers a span of 16 counties in the Central Texas area. The purpose of KPSM is to play positive and encouraging music, and to reach the people in our community for the Kingdom of God by spreading the good news of Jesus Christ. We share the love of God in the music we play, the sermons and teachings we air and by our on-air personalities who are sensitive to the listening needs of our community, through interviews, music, live mentions and segments/teachings such as: Daily Money Makeover with Dave Ramsey, Taking a Minute, Focus on the Family, Coggin Avenue Baptist Church, Duane Sheriff and The Lutheran Hour. Under the same roof is KBUB 90.3FM “The Source.” KBUB is our Southern Gospel and Teaching/Preaching Station. KBUB is a
On Target Screen Printing & Embroidery 1200 Early Blvd. Early, Texas 76802 325-643-6400 phone 325-643-5898 fax
Established in 1992 and owned by Lloyd Douglas Enterprises, Songbird Lodge is known for its family environment, and quality care. Upon entry of our beautiful facility, it's hard to miss the eye-catching landscaping and manicured grounds. A great testimony to the pride we take in cleanliness and maintenance. From housekeeping to the facility administrator we all have a significant role and take these responsibilities seriously. Songbird Lodge is licensed for 125 residents and provides a full time wound care nurse, on site physical, occupational and speech therapy. It is our pleasure to offer whirlpool, therapeutic hot and cold pacs,
On Target Screen Printing and Embroidery Values: • To grant our customers the same respect and decency that we seek for ourselves and our families • Collaborate, communicate and be accountable • Exceed customer expectations ultrasound for deep penetrating heat and vital stem therapy to assist various needs. Our residents enjoy the fresh fruit and salad bar as well as a variety of activities to keep them both engaged and entertained. Our nurturing staff is dedicated to making our residents as comfortable and happy as possible. The people who live here become our family and the services we provide are merely an extension of the love we feel for them. On behalf of the Songbird family I would like to extend an invitation to all , to come in and see the place so many call home. We are located across from the hospital and would love to show you around.
“Caring for those you care for”
The roots of Creative Solutions in Healthcare can be traced back to Granbury, Texas in the year 2000. Gary and Malisa Blake co-founded Creative Solutions in Healthcare that year and opened their first care facility; Granbury Care Center. The facility provided care services to 176 residents. “Those who walked before us have given so much and made possible the life we all enjoy.” - Gary Blake With over 14 years experience in caring for seniors, Gary Blake recognizes and has made it his company's top priority to care for seniors with the respect, compassion and dignity they deserve. It's what makes them dif-
5,500 watt non-commercial/education station that reaches out to our Southern Gospel listeners. We air teachings such as Duane Sheriff, Joyce Meyer, Andrew Wommack, Mark Hankins, Better Living with Peggy Joyce Ruth, Willie George, and Focus on the Family. Our desire is to promote business in Brownwood and surrounding communities and to help bring business to our local area. With this goal in mind, we believe we can help boost the local economy by encouraging listeners to shop locally. Our listeners are loyal to businesses that support Christian Radio. Our listeners know that anytime a business chooses KPSM to air their commercial, this helps keep Christian Radio on the air and the message of the Gospel playing on the radio. Our listeners pay attention to those businesses and make conscious decisions to do business with those who support Christian radio.
On Target Screen Printing & Embroidery is a family-owned business dedicated to serving our customer’s to the very best of our abilities. We understand that you have a choice when you do business and we want to earn your business by doing
quality work, having quality products and the best customer service around! Now that we have your interest and you want to see for yourself what great work we do, call or come by and see us. We look forward to hearing from you.
For over 25 years, TexasBank has been a proud community partner in supporting the needs of Brown and surrounding counties. With a knowledgeable, professional, and friendly staff, TexasBank can tailor banking financial products and services to fit your individual needs. TexasBank’s mission is to deliver high quality customer service by investing in our community, meeting the financial needs of our customers, achieving growth and profit objectives of our shareholders, as well as fostering the development of a motivated and dedicated staff. Through a
commitment to these core values, TexasBank has grown to six (6) Brown County locations, providing convenience for companies and individuals living in and around Brownwood. We strive to provide customers the best in full service banking backed by local directors and decisions, a friendly professional staff, advanced technology and a strong sense of community pride. Thanks for voting us the 2010 “Large Business of the Year”! Come see us today at one of TexasBank’s convenient locations.
The corporate offices are in Fort Worth , Texas. The company has grown to 19 nursing homes and 9 assisted living facilities and 1 independent living property. Creative Solutions in Healthcare's corporate culture is grounded in the golden rule and Christian ethic of, "do unto others as you would have them do unto you." They continue to operate by this rule in providing care to those of the senior community. ferent. They understand that caring is what makes a community and without a sense of caring, there can be no sense of community.
1605 Calvert, Brownwood TX 76801 (817) 348-8969
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Ribbon Cutting for Tom Jones Tire and Alignment
Charlie’s Appliance Joins Brownwood Chamber
The Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting ceremony for Tom Jones Tire and Alignment, one if its newest members, on Tuesday, August 17th. With over 20 year experience in selling and servicing tires and vehicles, Tom and his crew can meet a wide range of auto repair and tire needs. They are located at 415 Early Blvd. in Early and can be contacted at (325) 641-0535. Their hours are Monday - Friday 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM and Saturday 7:30 AM to noon. Chamber Ambassadors welcomed Tom Jones Tire and Alignment. Pictured from left to right are Joan Atchley, Brown County Farm Bureau; Becky Smith, CARE Nursing Center; Donnie Lappe, Heartland Title; Ronnie Lappe, Heartland Title; Kim Lilley, Brownwood Bulletin; Dr. Lorin Wolf, Heartland Chiropractic; Tom Jones, Tom Jones Tire; Luke Mitchell, Wendlee Broadcasting; Donna Wilhelm, Auto Glass Magic; Lance Donathan, F & M Bank; and Ray Garza, TexasBank
The Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce welcomed Charlie’s Appliance one of its newest members with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Wednesday, August 18th. Owner Charlie Marr has over 36 years experience in the appliance business. Charlie and his son Daniel will help repair or service all appliance brands and models. Visit their location at 509 W. Baker in Brownwood. Their hours of operation are Monday - Friday 8:00AM to 5:30PM and Saturday 8:00AM to 12:00PM. Give them a call at (325) 646-8580. Pictured are Chamber ambassadors with the owner and his family during the ribbon cutting. From left to right are Samantha Hutton, Brownwood Bulletin; Dr. Lorin Wolf; Heartland Chiropractic; Hannah Marr; Chris Marr, Charlie’s; Daniel Marr; Charlie’s; Missi Malone, Brownwood Chamber; Charlie Marr; Donnette Carmack, Brownwood Chamber; and Donna Wilhelm, Auto Glass Magic.
Heart of Texas Orthopaedics Welcomed with Ribbon Cutting
Girling Health Care Expands Operations in Brownwood
The Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce welcomed Dr. Stephen Roberts to Brownwood on Wednesday, August 25th with a ribbon cutting for Heart of Texas Orthopaedics. Dr. Roberts is the newest orthopaedic surgeon in the Brownwood area. He recently relocated from Lubbock Texas with his wife Jill and two young sons. He is currently accepting new patients and is available in clinic on Saturdays by appointment. Heart of Texas Orthopaedics is located at 103 South Park Dr., Ste. B. New and existing patients can call 325-643-8080 for more information or to make an appointment. Chamber Ambassadors along with Brownwood Regional Medical Center representatives were on hand for the ribbon cutting. Pictured from left to right are: Joan Atchley, Farm Bureau Insurance; Kim Lilley, Brownwood Bulletin; Tim Espinosa, Texas Bank; Steve Goodwin, ReMax Goldstar; Becky Smith, CARE Nursing Center; Melanie Smith, BRMC; Marian Deans, BHSC Home Healthcare; Donna Wilhelm, Auto Glass Magic; Tammy Means, BRMC; Christy Scott, Heart of Texas Orthopaedic; Brent Moseley, Prudential Real Estate; Dr. Stephen Roberts, Heart of Texas Orthopaedic; Rachael Ransier, BRMC; Donnie Lappe, Heartland Title; Dee Dee Watson, Heart of Texas Orthopaedic; Clint Patrick, Mills County State Bank; Ronnie Lappe, Heartland Title; Kyle Swift, BRMC; Meghan Mask, Wendlee Broadcasting; Juan Ozuna, Mills County State Bank; Brittney Edwards, Wendlee Broadcasting; Joseph Wooldridge, BRMC; Ray Garza, TexasBank; Joyce Coffee, Davis Morris Funeral Home; Matt Maxfield, BRMC
AUSTIN, Texas ----- Girling Health Care, a Texas-based company that provides home health and personal care services in twelve states, announced today that it is expanding operations in Brownwood. The company previously offered only limited services in the area, but opened a full-service home health office in Brownwood on August 12, 2010 located at 2222 Hwy 377 at Centennial Point. Once fully staffed, the Brownwood office will have 12 employees. “We’re excited to be better able to serve the Brownwood community with our expanded service offering,” Kelly Jalowiec, president of Girling Home Health, said. “We look forward to providing excellent home health care to seniors in Brownwood, enabling them to stay comfortably in their homes while receiving the medical care that they need.” Girling’s services range from skilled nursing care to rehabilitation (including physical therapy) to medical social workers. The company provides patients with a variety of skilled services, as well as any additional personal care services they may require. Girling Health Care is a subsidiary of Austin-based Harden Healthcare, which provides a continuum of healthcare services for seniors through its various companies. The service continuum includes home health, assisted living, skilled nursing, rehabilitation services, pharmacy services for long-term care facilities, specialized geriatric care and hospice. On Thursday August 12th, the Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting ceremony for Girling Health Care to celebrate their expanded service.
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Brownwood Chamber to offer “Time Management” Workshop Willco Training and Consulting, in conjunction with the Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce will be offering this "timely" class to all those that want and need help in managing their "time" more effectively. Now, who out there does not need to improve your time management skills? This presentation will touch on the importance of effective time management skills to personal and professional success. As the world moves at a faster pace, it is essential that not only things
get done faster, but also that the right things get done in a timely manner We’ve all heard that "time is money"...so, how are you spending it? The workshop will be held in the Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce Board Room on Wednesday, September 29th from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM. This will be set up like a "lunch and learn" workshop. From 11:30 to 12:00 you will have the opportunity to bring your lunch and network with other member participants. The session will
begin promptly at 12:00 noon and will end promptly at 1:00 PM so that you may return to work in a "timely" manner. All Chamber members may attend the workshop FREE of charge, non-members will need to pay a $25 fee to attend. If you are interested in participating in this session, don't procrastinate, or waste any more ''time'', register today by calling Missi Malone, Director of Member Services at 325-646-9535 or email at membership@brownwoodchamber.org.
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS: Willco Training & Consulting – The Brownwood Chamber welcomes Doug Will and Willco Training and Consulting. Doug offers a variety of services to individuals and corporations alike, including sales training, supervisory and overall management training at affordable prices. Doug is available anytime of day or night anytime of the year to meet your companies training needs. Doug also offers businesses personality assessments for current or potential employees, designed to make the hiring process much easier and ensure you get the right person for the job! For more information contact Doug at (817) 899-0924. Bob’s Fuels, Inc. – The Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce welcomes one of its newest members, Bob’s Fuels, Inc. Bob’s Fuels is the newest distributor of propane in the Brownwood area, they also offer grilling accessories as well as septic tanks, concrete, and U-Haul trailers for your moving needs. For more information stop by and visit with Vann at 1107 West Commerce, Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Saturdays 8:00 AM until 12 Noon or give them a call at 325-646-7571.
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CT Ham Insurance Agency – The Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to welcome CT Ham Insurance Agency. Since 1977, CT Ham has offered the Brownwood area with quality insurance through the Farmers Insurance Group including home, life, business and auto insurance. CT Ham offers monthly payment options as well as multi-policy discounts, so give him a call today 325-643-1583 or stop by 2800 Austin Avenue Monday – Friday between 8:30 AM and 5:00 PM for all of your insurance needs.
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Senior Health Fair CARE Nursing Center Gladiators at The Coliseum The Brownwood Coliseum National Night Out Coming to a neighborhood near you! HPU Homecoming Howard Payne University & Gordon Wood Stadium Chamber Monthly Luncheon Brownwood Country Club Brownwood Area Live On Stage presents Greg Giannascolli Victory Life Church Auditorium
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Come see us at the Fall Business Showcase, the Brownwood Reunion, or inside the Depot! Stop by the Brownwood Chamber of Commerce Information booth for free maps, brochures, and general information. You can purchase one of te collectable Brownwood ornaments, or shop for Brownwood Blend coffees, mugs, magnets, car decals, Brownwood T-shirts and caps, regional books, and MORE!... All made in Texas.
Stop in today for a Texas-Friendly experience! Hours are 8-5 Monday-Thursday and 8-4 Fridays
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US Docks Wild Duck Marina – The Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to welcome the newest Marina on Lake Brownwood! The Wild Duck Marina opened this summer and offers anything and everything you need for a fun day on the lake and a great meal too! Wild Duck also offers visitors to the Brownwood area vacation house/cabin rental opportunities, boat/jet ski rentals as well as a boat dock and boat slip rentals. Stop by and check them out, 320 High Top on Lake Brownwood before the summer ends! During the summer season the marina and restaurant are open 7 days a week from sun up to sun down, but once it cools off the hours will vary, so get out there and check it out today! For more information, contact Brad or Angie at 325643-2406 or 325-784-9001. “ AA” Prosthetic Services, Inc. – The Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to welcome John Craig and “AA” Prosthetic Services as its newest member. With over 30 years experience, John and can provide custom made or custom fit orthotics and prosthetics as well as body braces and artificial limbs. For more information stop by and visit with John, Monday 12:30 PM to 5:00 PM, Tuesday - Thursday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM or on Friday between 8:00 AM and 12:30 PM or give him a call at (325) 200-4467.
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Goldthwaite Health & Rehab Center – The Brownwood Area Chamber is proud to welcome Goldthwaite Health & Rehab as one of its newest members. Goldthwaite Health & Rehab is a senior care facility that specializes in several areas of care for loved ones who are unable to live on their own. This center offers nursing and rehabilitation, short-term stays, Alzheimer care, hospice care, social services, activities, beauty and dietary care just to name a few. For more information visit www.goldthwaitehealth.com or call them today at 325-6482258.
Business Showcase Brownwood Coliseum Thunder in the Heart of Texas Riverside Park St. John’s Arts & Crafts Fair St. John’s Church Brown Co. Emergency Preparedness Fair Adams Street Community Center Brownwood Reunion Celebration Downtown Brownwood Chamber Monthly Luncheon Brownwood Country Club Texas Bass Couples Mountain View Lodge and Marina Time Management Workshop Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce
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Brownwood Arts and Crafts Fair Brownwood Coliseum BALOS presents Sarah Getto Victory Life Church Auditorium Chamber Monthly Luncheon Brownwood Country Club Silver Spur Gun and Blade Show Brownwood Coliseum
First Saturday of Every Month is Family Day at the Lehnis Railroad Museum
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Sixty-Five Area Students Receive Heart of Texas Scholarship at HPU This fall, Howard Payne University awarded the Heart of Texas Scholarship to 65 incoming first-year students from Brown County and the seven surrounding counties. This scholarship program began in 2009 and distributes scholarships in the amount of $12,000 per year to area students who qualify. “In light of the current economic times, and in recognition of the important role we play as an economic partner in the Central Texas region, Howard Payne University has chosen to renew and expand its commitment to local area students
through the Heart of Texas Scholarship Program,” said Dr. Brad Johnson, senior vice president for institutional advancement at HPU. “We are delighted with the response we have had from High School Counselors in the area and we want local area students to know that Howard Payne University is not only an affordable option but also an educational experience that can propel them into a successful career or into that graduate program of choice,” Johnson added. Dr. Johnson and his staff are very excited about the number of students who accepted the
Many Heart of Texas Scholarship recipients attended HPU’s new student orientation weekend, Jacket Journey, before school began. (photo by Kalie Lowrie) scholarship this fall and hope to see that number increase in 2011. Students who meet unconditional admission requirements at the university and enroll fulltime in the fall and spring semesters are eligible to apply. Scholarships are available for tuition only. Students must remain continuously enrolled in fall and spring semesters and maintain satisfactory academic
progress toward a degree to continue to receive the award. “This scholarship has opened the door to an educational opportunity for some students who otherwise might not be pursuing a college education at all,” said Glenda Huff, HPU’s director of student aid. “In many instances, we were able to combine this scholarship with other forms of aid which allowed students to not only attend classes,
but also have the experience of living in residential housing. The Heart of Texas Scholarship has provided a much needed source of assistance to make HPU affordable for our local students.” To find out more about the Heart of Texas Scholarship or other financial aid opportunities at Howard Payne University, please contact the Office of Admission at 325-649-8020.
Luncheon to feature Brigadier General The Chamber’s Monthly Luncheon will be Friday, September 17 at the Brownwood Country Club from 11:30 AM to 1 PM. The luncheon, which is open to members and guests, will feature an interesting program and will also include door prizes, introduction of new members and a cash drawing. The featured speaker will be Brigadier General Peter J. Atkinson, the current Commanding General (Canada) for III Armored Corps and Fort Hood—headquartered at Fort
Hood in Central Texas. General Atkinson joined the Canadian Armed Forces in 1977 and graduated from the Royal Military College in 1981. He has commanded at the troop, squadron and regimental level with The Royal Canadian Dragoons in Gagetown, Germany and Petawawa. He served on an exchanged with the 1st Armoured Regiment in Australia and with the United Nations in Cyprus. He also commanded Canadian Forces Base Kingston, 2 Area Support Group in Ontario and a Task
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Force in Bosnia Herzegovina with the NATO Stabilization Force. General Atkinson has served on the staffs of Force Mobile Command Headquarters as the staff officer operations, in UNPROFOR Headquarters as the Military Assistant to the Deputy Force Commander, at National Defence Headquarters as the Executive Assistant to the Vice Chief of the Defence Staff and as the Special Advisor to the Chief of the Defence Staff. He is a graduate of the Canadian Land Forces
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Command and Staff College, the Canadian Forces College and the United States Army War College where he also served on the faculty teaching National Security Policy and Strategy. Brigadier General P. J. Atkinson was appointed Director General Operations, Strategic Joint Staff at NDHQ in the summer of 2007. He assumed his present position with III Corps at Fort Hood in Central Texas on July 15, 2008. The cost of the luncheon is $11 per person to be paid at the door. Attendees may choose to
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Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors 2010-2011
10th Annual Brownwood Reunion Celebration Coming September 17, 18, & 19 On September 17, 18, & 19, Brownwood, Texas will host the 10th annual Brownwood Reunion Celebration featuring national country stars, a midway, vendors, breathtaking fireworks and an area dedicated to children’s entertainment. The Reunion is an award winning festival that is designed to make everyone in attendance feel right at home – on the streets of Brownwood. In its 10th year, the festival is expected to draw thousands to Brownwood and surrounding communities and will be promoted regionally and nationally. Admission is free to the festival ground, excluding the concert area, and parking is free. Concert wristbands are now on sale for the Brownwood Reunion Celebration's main stage entertainment. Wellknown country music giant Kevin Fowler will headline Saturday night, Sept. 18, 2010 and Bart Crow Band and Johnny Cooper will headline on Friday, Sept. 17th and Crawfish to headline Sunday, Sept. 19th. Wristbands can be purchased in advance for $10.00 and will be good for the entire weekend of main stage concerts. They are available at Brownwood Music, KOXE, Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce, and online @ www.BrownwoodTX.com (only credit card option) Children 10 & under get in free. Some fun and entertaining competitions will also be a part of this year’s Reunion. The BBQ Cookoff, 5k/10k Run & 1.5 mile walk, Feels Like Home Parade, photography contest, and the first ever Cakeoff are sure to offer some great fun for participants and spectators. For more information, visit www.BrownwoodTx.com or call the Reunion hotline at 325-998-INFO (4636).
Gregg Rice, Chairman 3M Company
Stephen Haynes, Past Chairman Haynes Law Firm. P.C.
Stan Crawford Remax
Becky Jones Jones Carpet
Steve Weckwerth Subway
Michelle Thomas Aldersgate Enrichment Center
Dr. Don Bostic Ranger College
Dr. Bill Ellis Howard Payne University
Jan Cate Girl Scouts
Ray Garza TexasBank
Jill Locke Chance Barr Individual
Ken Harriss Oncor
Michael Richardson Farmers Insurance
THE FULL CONCERT LINEUP INCLUDES: Friday Night, Sept. 17: Sponsored By: Brown County Auto Dealers & KTAB-TV *Donnie Evetts Band *Bart Crow Band *Johnny Cooper
Saturday night, Sept. 18: Sponsored By: Kohler Co.Brownwood & 101.3 KOXE *RC Willey and the Sunriders *Granger Smith *Kevin Fowler
Sunday, Sept. 19: Gates open @ Noon *Strange Trade *Crawfish
Priscilla Monson West Central Texas Valuation Services
Brownwood Country Club
Eric McNeese Brown County Abstract
CHAMBER STAFF Laura Terhune, Executive Director Sunni Holloway, Tourism Manager Donnette Carmack, Business Manager Ray Tipton, Marketing Manager Missi Malone, Membership Director Martha Faetche, Receptionist; Visitor Center & Brownwood Store Manager
325-643-3545 1 Carnegie • Brownwood
A great place to golf, swim, relax and socialize. Whether it’s making new friends or maybe all you want is a great meal in a beautiful setting then come to the Brownwood Country Club and enjoy some of the finest food and fellowship that a private club has to offer. Call today for information on membership.
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