STRICTLY BUSINESS
A publication of the Southern KY Chamber of Commerce
WELCOME
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Lisa Harrison
Membership Sales and Market Manager
FEATURED
Chamber Corporate Sponsor
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Hometown Bank
Celebrating 25 years
SPOTLIGHT
Chamber Members
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One Senior Care
Mountain View Pace
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Central Automotive Supply
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Edward Jones - Beth Davis
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Mackey Vision Center
CHAMBER MEMBERS
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See the most current list of chamber members.
STRICTLY BUSINESS MAGAZINE
STRICTLY BUSINESS is a co-publication of the Southern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce and the News Journal. It is published quarterly and distributed for free at various locations throughout the area. For advertising information call Melissa at 606.528.9767
DIGITAL EDITION AVAILABLE www.southernkychamber.com www.thenewsjournal.net
CHAMBER CONTACT INFORMATION 222 Corbin Center Drive Corbin, KY 40701 606.528.6390
Welcome Lisa Harrison
Sales and Marketing Manager
Iam so thrilled to be the Sales and Marketing Manager for the Southern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce. I have always believed in what this Chamber stands for. Your Chamber plays a crucial role in driving economic development within our communities.
By connecting businesses, promoting events, and fostering workforce development, we contribute to the growth and prosperity of our local economies. The Southern Ky. Chamber of Commerce and Corbin Economic Development are essential partners in the quest for economic success.
We have the best of everything here!
Stay tuned because we have some exciting things coming up that you won’t want to miss.
I’ll be coming around to POP in on you but in the meantime, please feel free to reach out to me if you have any questions or if you need anything.
Thank you,
Lisa Harrison
CHAMBER FEATURED MEMBER
25 years of service: Hometown Bank celebrating milestone anniversary in 2025
a handful of employees working out of a single location in the spring of the year 2000. Fast forward to current day, and the bank’s soon-tobe next president, Corey Chesnut, is excited about taking the reins of an institution that has grown to include seven different locations across the tri-county area.
“It was the desire to have a locally-owned community bank,” Barnes said when asked about the inspiration to start Hometown Bank 25 years ago. “Don Ashley and I wanted the bank to represent the communities that we serve, and for folks to take pride in our bank. We wanted to provide excellent customer service while delivering great returns to our shareholders.”
Speaking about those first days after getting Hometown Bank off the ground, Barnes said, “They were busy. There were only seven employees, and those early days required a lot of work by all of us. Our customers and friends came to Hometown Bank in flocks, though. It was a fun and exciting time.”
Barnes said that rapid growth was both a blessing and a challenge early on. “We were growing very quickly in the early days, and this caused issues with capital, stress, and long hours,” he explained. “We were able to overcome these issues, though, thanks to great leadership from our board of directors and an excellent group of hard workers.”
As for some of the key moments that led up to the establishment of Hometown Bank, Barnes said that it was really all about the right people coming together at the right time.
Tim Barnes Bank President
“The real key was that Don Ashley and I were able to convince Missy Shelton, Sherry Logan, Sonya Grove and Sherry Masters to join our team,” he recalled. “Throw in a wonderful group of shareholders, and Hometown Bank was positioned for success from the outset.”
A quarter-of-acentury later, those early efforts have bore fruit that has seen Hometown Bank be able to partner with and support the community-at-large by not only providing a long list of financial services, but also by donating to various charitable causes, academic institutions, and athletic programs, among others.
open a new checking account, Barnes will soon be stepping aside as president of Hometown Bank in order to allow the next generation of leadership to carry on the vision that he and his original partners had 25 years ago.
Corey Chesnut said that he considers it an incredible honor to be able to step into the role of president, adding, “I feel a deep sense of responsibility and gratitude for the opportunity to lead such a respected institution. Hometown Bank has built a strong foundation over the years, and I am excited to carry that legacy forward while embracing new opportunities for growth and innovation.”
Recalling one particular moment where Barnes knew that the efforts of everyone at Hometown Bank were making a real difference in the lives of community members, he said, “I once got a call from a former player that I coached on the Hometown Bank Tri-County Sports Authority football team. He was requesting a loan in order to buy his first home, and that was really a full-circle moment for me.”
Now, after helping many more people to buy a home, start a business, save for college or just
Speaking about what the future holds for Hometown Bank, Chesnut said, “My vision is to remain as a trusted, community-focused financial partner while evolving to meet the changing needs of our customers. That means maintaining the personal service and strong relationships that we’re known for, while leveraging technology and innovation to enhance the customer experience. We will continue to grow responsibly while supporting local businesses, families, and individuals in achieving
their financial goals.”
“The founders of Hometown Bank built a legacy of trust, integrity, and community com mitment,” Chesnut said. “Those are the values that will always be at the heart of what we do. My goal is to honor that legacy by staying true to our core principles while embracing change. By balancing tradition with innovation, we will ensure that Hometown Bank remains strong and relevant for generations to come.”
Barnes, Chesnut, and the rest of the Hometown Bank family recently hosted a 25th anniversary celebration at the Corbin Arena where mem bers of the community were invited to come and enjoy free food, live musical entertainment and fun activities for kids.
The event was very well attended, with visitors also being gifted special commemorative t-shirts, as well as other prizes.
A highlight of the celebration was Barnes entering a dunk tank, where he ended up taking several plunges into the water courtesy of his friends and neighbors.
For more information on Hometown Bank, visit them online at www.ahometownbank.com or visit them in-person at one of their banking centers located in Corbin, London and Barbourville.
CHAMBER MEMBER SPOTLIGHT
Mountain View Pace helping people in the community stay in their homes longer
Before Mountain View PACE (Program for the All-inclusive Care of the Elderly) opened in Corbin, Michael Prewitt just kind of stayed in his apartment and had no activities.
Over the last nine months that has changed. He now goes to Mountain View PACE’s adult day center five days a week Monday through Friday.
“I come up at 8 a.m. and eat breakfast with them and I eat lunch with them. I participate in some of the activities. About 2:15 is usually the latest I stay. I live at the Chapel House across the street. It is real convenient for me. It is good for my self-esteem,” Prewitt said.
“It took the stress off me with my medical and pharmacy needs. I don’t have to worry about that anymore. If I come and I feel bad, I just tell them and they check me right then.
This is a very, very good program. It has been a very good blessing to me.”
Mountain View PACE Center Manager Melissa Smith said that the most rewarding thing for her about this job is being able to help people in the community stay in their homes longer. Previously, the only option for many people was a nursing home placement.
Story and photos by Mark White
Bertha Ratliff and Michael Prewitt work together on completing a puzzle
Mountain View PACE is able to put all-inclu sive elderly care for medical and social services in place for many participants, such as home care, transpor tation, rehabilitation, center visits, etc., so that the partici pants can age in place at their homes.
“I have been in healthcare for 25 years. I am also a nurse. In this program, I finally feel like we got healthcare right. In other aspects of healthcare that I have been involved in, you have your urgent care, you have your home health, you have different aspects but it never came together in one place that is the thing I love about this,” Smith said.
She added that Mountain View PACE is also able to think outside the box and provide services that healthcare typi cally doesn’t provide.
“Some examples of that are we build ramps at people’s homes. We assist with emer gency housing, if someone loses their home. We assist with making their home safe because our goal is for them to be able to live their days out at home,” Smith said. “We assess them based on assess ments then we build a care plan. We develop that care plan and make that happen. Sometimes we install grab bars. We have even bought microwaves.”
Gladys Fee recently visited the center for the
“I like it so far. I really enjoy it,” Fee said.
Bertha Ratliff has been going to Mountain View PACE since Sept. 1, 2024, and visits the facility about twice a week.
“It is a just a good place to be. You can let someone else worry with your medical bills and make your appointments. I enjoy the fellowship here visiting with other senior citizens. It is just a good place to hang out,” Ratliff said.
Mountain View PACE opened its doors on July 1, 2024, and the growth so far has exceeded the initial expectations for the program.
In addition to other services, Mountain View PACE has a welcoming adult day center to offer a sense of community for those, who might otherwise be isolated.
During a recent visit to Mountain View PACE, participants were busy doing a number of things ranging from watching television to socializing, crafts, bowling and working puzzles.
The Corbin facility usually has between 25-30 staff, and it currently serves 64 seniors. The Pikeville facility serves 88 seniors.
“Our initial growth has exceeded our expectations. We had never expected this amount of growth so early on. This truly is a testament to the need of seniors in Eastern Kentucky. We look forward to serving as many seniors as possible who need our help,” said One Senior Care Manager of Marketing Chelsea Romanowski.
Mountain View PACE is part of One Senior Care, which is based in Pennsylvania. The company is growing rapidly. It is opening three new centers in Ohio, in addition to the ones in Virginia, Pennsylvania and facilities in Corbin and Pikeville, Kentucky.
The Corbin and Pikeville facilities combined serve Whitley, Knox, Clay, Floyd, Johnson, Knott, Letcher, Magoffin and Pike counties.
“PACE programs are truly unique because
Bowling fun! Vickie Roberto, above, Lela Back, below
they address the full-range of a participants healthcare needs whether it is medical, social or emotional. The best part is it is all integrat ed under one umbrella,” Mountain View PACE Marketing Coordinator Christy Alford recently told the Southern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce.
“We act as the care coordinators bringing the doctors, the nurses and the therapists and other specialists together so the participants don’t have to bounce between different providers. This is a lifeline for families and caregivers when they struggle with managing with all those different aspects of the care on their own.”
The program is open to people age 55 and up.
It provides coordinated primary care, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and home care services among others.
Mountain View PACE also provides transpor tation to its day center in addition to medical appointments. The drivers are cross trained as personal care aides.
Mountain View PACE in Corbin is located at 14892 N. US25E, Suite 11, next to Ollies. Mountain View PACE Pikeville is located at 419 Town Mountain Road, STE 102.
For more information about Mountain View PACE, call 1.800.461.3920, or log onto www. mountainviewpace.com.
Randy Karas
Gladys Fee
Bonnie Boslin with Logan Napier, transporter
Bradley Nolan
CHAMBER MEMBER SPOTLIGHT
Central Automotive Supply celebrating 30 years in current location, and over 70 years in Corbin
David Myers and his crew at Central Automotive Supply of Corbin have been a staple of the local business community for more than seven decades. If it moves on wheels or tracks, chances are they have seen it, and know how to fix it.
Myers’ father started the business in downtown Corbin in 1953, offering a machine shop and parts store to help service the automotive needs of its customers. Over time, the business began to focus on the industrial sector as well, catering to the mining industry and others.
at the former Cumberland College in Williamsburg, and in 1973 he became the sole owner when his father’s old business partner decided to retire.
The customer is your boss. You have to do a good job and do good work.
“You can buy a part anywhere, but it’s about the kind of service that you are going to get along with that part,” Myers said of his business philosophy. “We’re problem solvers. I have been blessed to have some very good people to work with me. That’s the secret… having good people.”
Myers explained that he remembers being around the business since he was very young, but in 1967 he was forced into taking on a leadership role when his father passed away. At that time, Myers was just 18-years-old and a student at Eastern Kentucky University. He came home to finish up his education
Currently, Central employs about 15 people each day, including shop workers, office staff and a knowledgeable crew behind the parts counter.
“The customer is your boss,” Myers said. “You have to do a good job and do good work. We have some longtime employees here, which is important. It is important to have continuity and people who are well-trained and know what they’re doing.”
CENTRAL AUTOMOTIVE SUPPLY
Central Automotive Supply has been at its current location at 1738 Cumberland Falls Hwy. since 1995, providing parts and service for cars, pickup trucks, lawn and farm equipment and more.
In addition to selling parts, they also offer machining services. This process will take a used and/or damaged internal engine component and restore it to like-new condition. Myers said this is often a much more economical approach when considering the alternative is usually to buy a brand new vehicle.
By using a certified refurbished part, companies can continue to keep expensive equipment working longer while still meeting the manufacturer specifications. Myers said this is a specialized service that brings customers in not just from our region, but also from as far away as surrounding states.
keeping things smaller and more intimate, he said that the business can more effectively identify the needs of its customer base, and can adjust strategies when needed without having to navigate through a larger corporate structure.
“That ability to see trends is critical,” Myers said. “Over the years, as things have changed, we were able to see where the industry was headed and then try to change with it. We like to think that we are able to react a little quicker than a huge company can.”
These days, advancing technology continues to change the world of automotive parts and service.
As things get more complicated, it is more important than ever to seek out seasoned professionals who can help you get back on the road or the jobsite as quickly as possible.
Central is used to taking on big jobs, but they are still a small business. Myers explained there are spe cific benefits that go along with that. For example, by
If you are experiencing automotive troubles, call Central Automotive Supply today at 606.528.4180
CHAMBER MEMBER SPOTLIGHT
Beth Davis, Erin Clouse building community partnerships while coaching financial literacy
Beth Davis has been a financial advisor with Edward Jones since 2018. She opened her own office in Corbin in the fall of 2019, and services clientele ranging from those who are just starting out on their financial journeys to those who are trying to be smart about managing their money in retirement.
“We are here to help people work towards achieving their long-term financial goals,” Davis said. “Most commonly, that means preparing for retirement. We help them with investment options and making sure that they are considering all of the ‘what ifs’ when it comes to their planning.”
Erin Clouse, likes to keep the focus on taking care of clients, no matter what stage of life they might be in. It is a task that Davis’ past work experience has prepared her well for.
We are here to help people work towards achieving their long-term financial goals.
“Prior to working at Edward Jones, I was with the Social Security Administration for eight years,” Davis explained. “During that time, I saw a lot of people who were in shock when they would come to file for their benefits. Unfortunately, they had not done a lot of planning before retirement, and they anticipated that their benefits would be much higher than they were.”
Davis, along with Branch Office Administrator
Davis said that, when she was in that previous role, she couldn’t do much to help people other than to simply inform them of what their situa-
Story and photo by Trevor Sherman
tion was going to be. It was often times heartbreaking, and showed her that there is a need in our area for people who can help others to be more educated when it comes to planning for their retirement.
“When the opportunity presented itself for me to come to this side of it, I absolutely loved the idea of being able to be proactive in helping people to not be in such shock when they go to retire,” Davis said of getting her career started with Edward Jones.
educational luncheons at the Corbin Public Library called Noontime Knowledge.
In addition to helping clients navigate their financial futures, Davis also likes to look for opportunities to engage with members of the local community through Southern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce functions, as well as other unique partnerships that she has formed over the years.
“I love the networking aspect of it,” Davis said of being a chamber member.
“Noontime Knowledge began in February of 2019,” Davis said. “It started as a partnership between Edward Jones, Baptist Health Corbin and Bluegrass Care Navigators, and the idea was to bring an hourlong lunch to the community that was free to attend and would help educate people on health issues, financial issues, and things that could help them to better the situations that they are in.”
Davis said these Noontime Knowledge sessions have grown to average between 20-25 attendees each month. For more information on the next meeting, contact her office at 606.620.4580 or call the Corbin Public Library at 606.528.6366.
We just want people to know that they can come and talk to us.
“I love getting to meet with other business owners, but my favorite part is probably just learning about the opportunities for how we can help serve the community-at-large. Community outreach is something that is near and dear to our hearts, as we want to be good stewards of our time and our efforts in the communities where we live.”
One way that Davis has been reaching out to the local community is through a series of
When asked about the future of her Corbin Edward Jones office, Davis said that she knows dealing with money can be stressful, and she wants people to know that she is available to help them navigate those situations.
“We provide complimentary consultations to explore how we can help,” Davis said. “We just want people to know that they can come and talk to us.”
For additional information, visit www.edwardjones.com.
Beth Davis and Erin Clouse
SOUTH CORBIN OFFICE
CHAMBER MEMBER SPOTLIGHT
Mackey Vision Center
Finding the right optometrist can sometime prove to be a challenge. Fortunately for lo cal residents, there’s one that has a long standing history right here in Corbin that offers a variety of optical services.
Dr. Robert Mackey opened Mackey Vision Center in 1963 in downtown Corbin. It has had several homes over the years, including the old bank building in downtown on First Street, before eventually settling into the facility where the business currently resides along Cumberland Falls Hwy. in 1984.
Services at Mackey Vision Center were expanded in 2002 to include medical and surgical
eyecare, which coincided with Mackey’s son, Dr. Benjamin Mackey, joining the practice. The pair worked alongside one another for over a decade before Robert Mackey retired after 50 years of service in the Tri-County area. Despite Robert Mackey’s retirement, the business continued to grow, with a second branch being opened on the north side of town in 2015 along N. Commonwealth Ave. near US 25E.
Mackey Vision Center continues to operate
According to the business’ website, the entire optometry staff at Mackey Vision Center is committed to ensuring the comfort and satisfac-
Mackey Vision Center
tion of each and every patient while always working to accommodate your busy schedule by finding appointment times to meet their patient’s needs.
“We know that you have a choice when it comes to Corbin optometry, so we strive to provide comprehensive eye exams, a great selection of glasses, and personalized care,” their website reads.
Mackey Vision Center offers a range of services, including: general eyecare, optical services, medical and surgical services, and
They also announced in December 2024 that they were the first practice in the state to offer direct selective laser trabeculoplasty (DSLT), a new, cutting-edge treatment for glaucoma patients. DSLT is a new way to perform selective laser trabeculoplasty (SLT), which has been around for many years, and can be performed in only a few seconds.
For more information about Mackey Vision Center or to schedule an appointment, call 606.528.1143 or 606.528.0138.
Corbin | Floyd
Hardin
La Grange
Lexington
Suzie Razmus
James Gambrel
Allison Moore
John Baker
Brandon Shepherd
CITY CLERK
Tori Mouser
CLERK
Heather Bargo ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Rhonda Moore CITY
Skye Hedrick
Robin Mahan
CURRENT CHAMBER MEMBERS
•1818 Law Firm
•430 Main Street, LLC
•4ever Graphics & Design
•Accelecom
•AdventHealth
•AirMedCare Network
•Aisin Automotive Casting, LLC
•Alzheimer’s Association
•American Business Systems
•Appalachian Wireless
•AT&T Kentucky
•Austin City Saloon
•Avizion Glass LLC
•Baptist Health Corbin
•Baptist Health Occupational Medicine
•Barnhill Pediatric Dentistry, P.S.C.
•Baylor Commercial Door & Hardware Inc.
•Baymont Inn & Suites
•Belk, Inc.
•Best Western Corbin Inn
•BHG Corbin
•Bissell’s
•Bluegrass Care Navigators
•Bluegrass Discovery Center Corp.
(DBA London Children’s Museum)
•Bluegrass Healing Hands
•Bluegrass Realtors
•Bojangles of Corbin
•Brandeis Machinery & Supply Company
•Breaktime Vending
•CC&M - Construction Division
•Celebration Lighting
•Central Automotive Supply
•Central Baptist Church
•Century 21 Advantage Realty, a Robinson Company
•CHI Saint Joseph HealthSaint Joseph London
•Cinema Social
•City of Corbin
•City of Williamsburg
•Comfort Inn & Suites
•Commercial Bank
•Community Trust Bank - Corbin
•Community Trust Bank
- Williamsburg #1
•Community Trust Bank
- Williamsburg #2
•Comprehensive Business
Insurance Solutions, LLC
•Computer Information
Services (CIS)
•Continue CARE Hospital at BHC
•Corbin Area Technology Center
•Corbin Board of Education
•Corbin Center
•Corbin City Utilities Commission
•Corbin Community Backpack
•Corbin Educational Center
•Corbin Elementary
•Corbin Flower Shop, Inc.
•Corbin Garage Doors
•Corbin Health and Rehabilitation Center
•Corbin High School
•Corbin Housing Authority
•Corbin Ice Company
•Corbin Intermediate
•Corbin Laurel Lake KOA
•Corbin Lion’s Club
•Corbin Middle School
•Corbin News Journal
•Corbin Preschool
•Corbin Primary School
•Corbin Public Library
•Corbin Rotary Club
•Corbin Senior Citizens Center
•Corbin Tourism and Convention Commission
•Creative Touch Jewelers
•Creech & Gibbs Pharmacy LLC
•Crete Lyfe Concrete
•Crystal Clean
•Cumberland Falls Family
Dentistry, P.L.L.C.
•Cumberland Falls State Park
•Cumberland Mountain Healthcare
•Cumberland Valley
Insurance Management, Inc.
•Cumberland Valley
National Bank
•Cumberland Valley RECC
•David Perry
•David’s Steaks, Buffet & Catering
•Davis Salvage
•Dayspring Health
•Delta Natural Gas
•Disabled American Veterans
Chapter 158 - Keavy
•DK Media
•Don Franklin Corbin
Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram
•Dr. & Mrs. Don Barton
•Dusty Diamond Boutique
•East Kentucky Metal Sales, Inc.
•Eastern Kentucky
University - Corbin
•Edward Jones
•Encore Communications, Inc.
•Eubanks Electrical Supply, Inc.
•Everlasting Aluminum Gates
•Falls Road Plaza
•Fierce Fit Studio
•Firestone Airide
•First Baptist Church
•First Financial Credit, Inc. - Corbin
•First Financial Credit, Inc. - Williamsburg
•FK Perkins & Co. PLLC
•First National Bank of Manchester
•Folktale Coffee and Bakehouse
•Forcht Bank - Corbin
•Forcht Bank - Williamsburg
•Forcht Broadcasting
•Forcht Group of Kentucky
•Forcht Pharmacy
•Forest Hills Shopping Center
•Freedom Point Church
•Freeman Brother’s Realty LLC
•Freeman Family Practice
•Freeman Childers Attorneys at Law
•Friendship Center
•Georgia Blossom Books
•Goodwill Industries of Corbin
•Goodwill Industries of Williamsburg
•Grace Community Health Center
•Grace On The Hill
•Great Clips
•Grove Marina
•H&R Block
•Hacker Brothers Inc.
•Hampton Inn by Hilton, Williamsburg, KY
•Hampton Inn Corbin
•Hart Funeral Home Inc.
•Hayes Consulting and Management LLC
•Heaberlin Supply
•Healing Hands Health Center
•Heltaco LLC DBA Orkin Pest Control
•Henderson Healthcare
•Hillcrest Health and Rehab Center
•Holiday Inn Express, Williamsburg
•Hometown Bank of Corbin
•Hoover Properties
•Hop, Skip and a Jump
Children’s Resale
•Insurance Service Center of Corbin
•Jackson Warewashing Systems
•James Baker State Farm
•Jaynes Family Practice
•JBK, Inc. Roofing Division
•John and Milly Burkhart
•Jones Lawn Care, LLC
•Jones Plastic & Engineering Co., LLC
•KCEOC Community
Action Partnership
•Kentucky Blood Center
•Kentucky Climate Control
•Kentucky Family Medicine
•Kentucky Utilities
•Kentucky Wash Pros
•Kentucky One Health Cancer Care
•Kidz Korner Party & Play
•Kiwanis Club of Corbin
•Knox County Fiscal Court
•KOWA Kentucky, Inc.
•KY Representative - Nick Wilson
•KY Representative - Tom O’Dell Smith
CURRENT CHAMBER MEMBERS
•KY Senator - Robert Stivers
•L&L Equipment and Parts LLC
•L&N Federal Credit Union
•LaDonna’s LLC
•Lake Cumberland Area Development
District - Cumberland Workforce
•Laurel County Literacy Council
•Leadership Tri-County
•Legacy Ford Lincoln
Chevrolet Buick GMC
•Liquor Mart
•Little Caesar’s Pizza
•Lowe’s Home Improvement
•Mackey Vision Center
•Mallory Davis - State Farm Insurance
•Marr, Miller & Myers PSC, CPA
•Martin’s Sports Apparel
•Mi Casa Mexican Restaurant
•Middlesboro Coca-Cola
•Minuteman Press
•Mitchell Tax & Accounting
•Mountain Rehabilitation Services
•Mountain Valley Supply, LLC
•MPI KY LLC
•National Services Mgt. Inc.
dba NationalTruckload.com
•New Beginnings Real Estate LLC
•New Hope Ministries
•NorthStar Maintenance Group
•Northwestern Mutual
•Norvex Supply
•Old Town Grill
•On Point Barbering Academy LLC
•On The Money, LLC
•One Senior Care, LLC Mountain View Pace
•O’Neil-Lawson Funeral Home
•Pat Conlin
•Patriot Real Estate LLC/Stars & Stripes Real Estate LLC
•Pennington Wellness
•Pepsi Cola Bottling Company
•Pixie Dust Boutique
•Planet Earth PC
•Plumb-Tec, LLC
•PNC Bank
•Pratt’s Landscaping LLC
•Precision Gutter Installation LLC
•PRI (Partners for Rural Impact)
•PRIDE Industries
•PT Pros, Inc.
•Rachel Stepek - Wellcare
•Rapiscan Systems
•Re/Max on Main
•Reeves Property Group
•Reliance One Realty
•Renfro Supply
•Revolution Physical Therapy Corbin
•Right Side Consulting, LLC
•RJ’s Meat Snacks, LLC
•Robert P. Hammons, Attorney at Law
•Sav-Rite Home Care Inc.
•SecuriTech Group
•Servpro of Pulaski and Laurel Counties
•Shawn Rogers Realty Inc.
•Sheltowee Trace
Adventure Resort
•Smokey Bear’s BBQ, LCC
•Somerset Community College
•Sonny’s BBQ
•South East Contracting LLC
•Southeast Apparatus, LLC
•Southeast Banking Systems
•Southeast Kentucky Audiology
•Southeast Kentucky Community and Technical College
•Southeast Kentucky
Rehabilitation Industries
•Southeastern Medical Supply LLC
•Spero Health
•State Farm Insurance - Michael Jones
•State Farm Insurance - Mike Sparks
•Storage4Corbin
•Summit Consulting, LLC
•TEKSwork LLC
•The Appalachian Wildlife Foundation, Inc.
•The Arena
•The Center at Kentucky Highlands
•The Depot on Main
•The Gail Frederick School
Of Dance, Inc.
•The Heritage Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Facility
•The Job Shop
•The Mint Gaming Hall Cumberland
•The Wrigley Taproom and Eatery
•Times Tribune
•Tipton & Tipton
Attorneys At Law
•Tomahawks LLC
•Trent Knuckles
•Trinity Family Health, PLLC
•Union Commonwealth University
•Unique & Rustique Boutique LLC
•University of Phoenix
•University of the Cumberlands
•US Representative Hal Rogers
•US Restoration LLC
•US Senator Mitch McConnell
•US Senator Rand Paul
•Veterinary Care Center, LLC
•Village Caregiving
•Volunteers of American Mid-States
•W.D. Bryant & Son
•Wallen’s Towing and Recovery
•Walmart Store #1259
•Waste Connections of
Eastern Kentucky
•Whitaker Bank
•White, Greer & Maggard Orthodontics
•Whitley Broadcasting Co. Inc.
•Whitley County Board of Education
•Whitley County Fiscal Court
•Whitley County Health Department
•Wild Daisy Farm and Kitchen LLC
•Wildcat Harley Davidson
•Williamsburg Health and Rehab Center
•Williamsburg Insurance Agency
•Williamsburg Tourism Commission
•Williamsburg Whitley County Airport
•Winds of Change
•Workout Anytime
•Wyatt Insurance Agency, Inc.
The Southern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce is a private, voluntary, not-for-profit organization comprised of business and individuals dedicated to improving the economic environment of the Tri-County Region. By fostering the development of business growth and prosperity, the entire region benefits, while maintaining the quality of life we all treasure.
Chamber membership is valuable to a business because it provides resources for business interaction and promotion, business advocacy, workforce and leadership development, benefits, and community enrichment. We invite everyone to participate in our ongoing effort to make this an outstanding location to live and work.
For more information about the benefits of membership in the Southern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce contact us at 606.528.6390 or visit our website at www.southernkychamber.com.
Ribbon Cuttings
A ribbon cutting ceremony was held Saturday, April 5th at
Pixie Dust Boutique located at 528 Main Street in Williamsburg, held their grand opening on March 27th. Pixie Dust Boutique features gifts, clothing, jewelry and more. For more information call 606.523.8384
Veterinary Care Center , located on Master Street in Corbin, hosted their grand opening ribbon cutting on Monday, April 14th. Dr. Beth Birch will be providing veterinary services. For more information you can find them on social media or call 606.268.3848.
Chamber Meetings
The February Chamber meeting featured guest speaker, Angelia Foster. Foster is the President of Baptist Health Corbin. She informed the attendees about the new patient care tower expansion project, which will break ground in May 2025 and will take about 25 months to complete.
The March Chamber meeting featured guest speakers, Natasha Newsom and Christy Alford from Mountain View Pace which is part of One Senior Care. Marketing Coordinator Christy Alford spoke on how they work to keep senior citizens living in their own homes for longer and out of long-term residential care by taking a holistic approach to their clients.
Mark Metcalf, Kentucky’s 39th State Treasurer was the guest speaker at the April Chamber meeting. Metcalf spoke to chamber members about the important work that is conducted out of the state’s treasury office, including returning unclaimed property to the rightful owners.
