2022 Summer Express

Summer 2022

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We can be your temporary staffing company as well as your source for permanent and as-needed positions.

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Ribbon Cutting for Market on 8th 425 S. 8th Street in Waco | 11:30 am

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GHCoC Board Meeting | 12:00 p.m.

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Hewitt Public Library’s Hero Day Hewitt Park | 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

TBD Business Networking & Education Luncheon

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Sponsorships & advertising space available!

Contact Kacie@hewittchamber.com

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Greater Hewitt Chamber Express Classic Golf Tournament: Disco & Divots presented by the City of Hewitt | Cottonwood Creek Golf Course | 7:30 a.m. morning flight, 11:30 a.m. lunch, 1:00 p.m. afternoon flight

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GHCOC Board Meeting | 12:00–1:00 p.m.

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Hewitt Public Library Dog Days | More details to come!

Business After Hours hosted by Baylor Club 1001 M.L.K. Jr Blvd in Waco | 5:00–7:00 p.m.

TBD Business Networking & Education Luncheon George’s Banquet Hall | 1925 Speight Ave. 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

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GHCoC Board Meeting | 12:00–1:00 p.m.

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Business After Hours hosted by Extraco Events Center | The BASE, 401 Bosque Blvd. in Waco | 5:00–7:00 p.m.

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Lead Explosion Networking Event with Women of Waco | 5:00–7:00 p.m.

DiamondBack’s | 217 Mary Avenue in Waco

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TBD State of the School District Luncheon Location TBD | 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. | Limited seating! Register at HewittChamber.com/Events

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Greater Hewitt Chamber Executive Director | Alissa Cady | alissa@hewittchamber.com Communications Coordinator | Kacie Birkes | kacie@hewittchamber.com Social Media & Membership Coordinator | Misti Smith | misti@hewittchamber.com

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Are you from Hewitt?

CHARLIE TURNER, MAYOR OF HEWITT, TEXAS

You know you’re from Hewitt: ... if you can name all of the previous sites of City Hall. ... if you can name the location and what was written on the sign across Hewitt Drive from the entrance to Hewitt Park. ... if you can tell the story of the Hewitt Public Library. ... if you can tell the story of the fingerprints on the bank vault. ... if you can recall what was printed on the bench seat in front of IGA/United Super. ... if you can name the first bank in Hewitt. ... if you can say where the first beaver dam was in Hewitt. ... if you can tell what kind of animal was roaming free on Earl Drive in Castleman Creek. ... if you can describe, tell the nature of the business, the history of the only colonial style building that was in Hewitt. ... if you can tell the story of the first school system in Hewitt. ... if you can tell what two small buildings were behind Hewitt’s first school. ... if you can tell the history of Hewitt’s First Baptist Church and its buildings. ... if you can remember what business occupied the original school building. ... if you can describe what was on the land before The Icon was built. ... if you can remember the first name for the Hewitt Chamber’s hamburger mascot. ... if you can answer what event required a gold ping pong ball to win. ... if you can remember what happened on the dedication day of the Hewitt Drive overpass. ... if you can name the subdivision that flooded one year. ... if you can give the reason the flood happened. ... if you can identify the business that occupied the land that is now Sunflower Addition. ... if you can name the team dressed as the Flintstones that won a hamburger cook-off competition in Warren Park. ... if you can identify the business that built a building only opened for a short time to the public on Panther Way.

... if you can say where the public swimming pool was located in Alamosa Heights. ... if you can name the former Mayor who flew helicopters to Chamber events. ... if you can identify the best eating establishment of 1977. ... if you can name the Hewitt convenience store open from 1975 to present day. ... if you can tell how the Hewitt Police notified citizens of water rationing. ... if you can name the first two titles for the Hewitt Chamber’s news publications. ... if you can identify what the fundraiser was for the Hewitt Volunteer Fire Department. ... if you can name the location of the voting place for the city in the 1970s. ... if you can name Hewitt’s first female Mayor. ... if you can name the owner and publisher of the Hometown News. ... if you can name the street that supported the Hewitt Christmas parades. ... if you can name the project to reclaim the building that now houses the Greater Hewitt Chamber. ... if you can name the man that served as Hewitt’s first Police Chief and Public Works Director simultaneously for many years. ... if you read the entire article and answered many of the facts!

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Looking for a unique venue for your next event?

Reserve Hewitt’s Creekside Amphitheater!

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ooking for a unique location to host your next concert, performance or event? Check out the Creekside Amphitheater in Warren Park, located at 450 South Old Temple Road in Hewitt. The surrounding park offers 36 acres of land with mature trees, plenty of open green space and a nearby pavilion. Creekside Amphitheater is able to host a variety of mid-sized events, but is charming enough to accommodate more small and private gatherings. Seating is comprised of 42 stone benches to comfortably seat 120+ guests. A large concrete apron in front of the stage allows for placement of chairs or other seating during smaller events. In addition, there are four electric and water hook-ups for food trucks and/or other vendors. We would love to help you plan your next event at this beautiful and very special location. For more information, contact Linda Fish at (254) 296-5698.

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It doesn’t matter if it’s a new home purchase, home construction or an improvement project, the lending team at Community Bank & Trust can help you with a loan that matches your vision.

Whether you’re working with a builder to construct your dream home or purchasing an existing home, the way we start the loan process is the same as it’s been for almost 70 years. We still get to know each customer personally—exactly what you’d expect from the oldest locally owned independent bank in Waco.

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Midway ISD earns 14th consecutive national recognition as a ‘Best Communities for Music Education’ District TRACI MARLIN, MIDWAY ISD DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS

nce again, Midway Independent School District is among the Best Communities in the nation for music education. For the 14th year in a row, the district’s commitment to music education is being recognized by the NAMM Foundation as part of the Best Communities for Music Education award program.

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According to the NAMM Foundation, this year’s award program was designed to honor schools and districts adapting, innovating and persevering in the face of change in addition to those that demonstrate an exceptionally high commitment and access to music education.

Midway is one of just 738 school districts across the country that are being celebrated this year for the outstanding efforts made by teachers, administrators, parents,

“Music educators, administrators, and communities truly rallied to support and sustain music education through a period of intense change and adaptation.

These districts and schools persevered in serving their students and communities and assured that music education was part of curriculum offerings,” Executive Director of The NAMM Foundation Mary Luehrsen said in a news release. “We applaud the commitment and efforts of all music educators, school administrators, and community members in providing students the opportunity to explore their creativity through music.”

students and community members in support of music as part of a well-rounded education for all students.

As a 2022 Best Communities for Music Education district, Midway’s music programs have a strong history of success in contests, festivals and auditioned ensembles. Earning this distinction every year since 2008 is evidence of Midway’s dedication to engaging students across the district through quality music education programs.

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Register online from July 19-Aug. 15 at www.midwayisd.org/register

MIDWAY PANTHERS

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Mansfield Home August 26 Red Out 7:00 Odessa Permian Away September 2 7:00 Vandegrift @UMHB September 9 7:00 Rockwall Heath Home September 16 Sr Night 7:00 Hutto Home Sept 23 HOF 7:30 Harker Heights Away September 30 7:30 Temple Pink Out Home October 7 FA Senior Night 7:30 Copperas Cove Home October 14 7:30 Bryan Home October 21 Homecoming 7:30 Weiss Away October 28 7:30

Mansfield August 25

JV RED

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College Station September 1

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College Station September 1

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Harker Heights September 29

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OPEN WEEK

Head Coach: Shane Anderson Assistants: OC Tommy Allison, DC Kaeron Johnson, Esrom Martinez, Tyler Massey, Cody Jones, Lenoy Jones, Josh Brown, Jarrod Smith, Brad Morgan, Charles Hitchens, Mark Villarreal, Bret Sommers, Taylor Johnson, Jim Wolske, Patrick Burkett & Matt Ramsdell Athletic Trainers: Chad McCune & Chen-Wen Lee Strength and Conditioning Director: Ryan Tedford Athletic Director: Brad Shelton Athletic Secretary: Denise Sampson & Jen Worthen Principal: Alison Smith Superintendent: Dr. George Kazanas

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Get to know your Midway teachers Julie Cantwell - Midway High School Julie has spent her nine-year career at Midway ISD, where she currently teaches Honors and English I. She loves creating units that allow students to express their talents— whether writing, performing or artistic in nature. Ms. Cantwell teaches works from authors of various backgrounds, experiences and perspectives because she values allowing students to see someone like themselves in what they read, while expanding their viewpoint.

One of her favorite teaching moments each year is when her classes read Romeo and Juliet aloud together—somehow she ends up on the floor acting out the dramatic scenes.

Julie enjoys traveling, hiking, and reading anything she can get her hands on! She gives back to the community by volunteering at Harris Creek Baptist Church, and with her church life group at Mission Waco.

Kailyn Conrad - Spring Valley Elementary Kailyn currently teaches second grade, and has enjoyed 11 years as a classroom teacher in her sixth year at Midway ISD. She lives in McGregor with her husband, Jon, and daughters, Reagan and Rylee. Her passion for teaching and growing lifelong learners is evident in her engaging classroom activities and positive student relationships. Through the Baylor School of Education Professional Development School Partnership, Kailyn serves as a Mentor Teacher to senior interns and as a Clinical Instructor to junior level teaching associates. She opens her classroom to bring together experience and innovation for the preparation of new teachers.

Kailyn’s biggest achievement came when she presented on effective co-teaching strategies at this year’s National Association of Professional Development Schools Conference in Chicago.

Kristiana Reinhardt - Woodway Elementary Kristiana Reinhardt graduated from Baylor in 1998 and has been in the classroom for almost 20 years. She currently teaches second grade. She and her husband, Eric met on their first day at Baylor and have been married for 23 years. They have two amazing teenagers, Jack and Elizabeth, who are both proud Midway students. Kristiana focuses her professional time on teaching the whole child, fostering parent and family communication, and mental health. She is also a proud kidney donor and is passionate about living organ donation, her family, and her church community.

Analise Sandager - South Bosque Elementary Analise Sandager teaches fourth grade in her fourth year at Midway and sixth year in teaching. From an early age, she enjoyed volunteering with children.

In college, she earned an Associate’s Degree from McLennan Community College, as well as a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree from Baylor. She enjoys developing a love of learning by dressing up as characters, bringing puppets to class, and incorporating hands-on activities. When not at school, you may find Analise sewing, kayaking or gardening. She is also a Saturday volunteer at the Shepherd’s Heart Food Pantry in Waco.

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Special thanks to Raising Cane’s on Hewitt Drive for sponsoring Greater Hewitt Chamber’s 2022 ribbon-cutting ceremonies.

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1 May networking luncheon at La Fiesta 2 First Responder Appreciation gifts presented to Hewitt Fire Department, Woodway Public Safety and Hewitt Police Department staff by GHCoC’s Alissa Cady and Kacie Birkes 3 Ribbon cutting for Twisted Bubble Station in Hewitt held in May 4 BlueCross BlueShield volunteers with Hewitt Mayor Steve Fortenberry, GHCoC President, Diana Crow and event sponsor, Clint Allen 5 Ribbon cutting for Girl Scouts of Central Texas held in April 6 Business and Education Luncheon at SpringHill Suites, held by TFE 7 PeeWee’s Crab Shack ribbon cutting held in April 8 Emergency Training for Civilians heard from Hewitt Police Chief, Jim Devlin 9 HOT Goodwill Industries Donation Express celebrates its ribbon cutting in May 10 Hewitt’s annual Easter Egg Hunt presented by Educators Credit Union at Hewitt Park 11 Local police officers take on the children in Nerf Wars at the Nacho Daddy Car Show and Concert held in April 12 BAM Builders’ ribbon cutting at the Parade of Homes in Robinson 13 GHCoC members enjoy networking at Champion Salon’s Business After Hours held in April 14 GHCoC members enjoy a casual social event at Coffee with the President held at Common Grounds in Woodway 15 Kids R Kids Learning Academy of Woodway celebrates in ribbon cutting 16 & 17 More fun for GHCoC members at Champions Salon Business After Hours HewittChamber.com Hewitt Chamber Express | 21

Ideal Self Storage is locally-owned and operated, serving Central Texas for 20+ years. Ideal Self Storage now has a location in Hewitt, offering clean, safe and secure storage—with a variety of options in both climate and non-climate controlled facilities at our location next to Midway ISD’s sports complex on Panther Way. Owner Chris Martin graduated from Midway and is proud to offer an excellent storage experience to his neighbors in Hewitt. Call (254)-666-3773 or visit our website at idealstorage.com to rent a unit, to make a payment or to meet our team.

Don’t let HR challenges sideline your success! Let Insperity help you get there with the optimal blend of HR service and software to maximize your people and minimize employer-related risks. Since 1986, Insperity has helped small and mid-sized businesses manage and remove many HR obstacles, sidestep setbacks, and plan for future HR needs. Whether you need full-service HR, employee benefits, or HR technology, we offer scalable solutions, and we’re in it for the long haul. Contact Insperity for more details at (972) 409-4347.

Kids R’ Kids Learning Academy is a childcare center for ages 6 weeks to school age children with a “Hug First, Then Teach” mentality! We have a true passion to care for the youth of our community with our school setting records in our industry because of our amazing administrative staff, teachers and families! We are open 6:30 a.m.–6 p.m. Monday-Friday, and after school care/summer camp options for school-age children.

MTO Clean provides thorough cleaning services for your home. Offering a full range of services for your entire home, our goal is to take the stress of cleaning out of your life, so you can focus on what really matters to you. Call us today for a quote or with any questions at (254) 666-6737.

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For quality in-home care for a loved one, The Grandson is the answer to provide loved ones with the best care they can find. We believe that our loved ones deserve the very best, and that it takes a special person to take care of them. We provide a wide range of services involving companionship, homemaking, and caregiving for the elderly and disabled. There’s a reason why we have the happiest and most thankful clients in the area. We trade their stress for peace-of-mind. We pride ourselves in our all-star team of high-character, high-quality senior companions and caregivers. For a free consultation, call (254) 242-0772, or visit www.thegrandson.org.

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Drew Bushman is “the Bushman” in the Bushman Law Firm. Married with four beautiful daughters, Drew is an estate planning attorney who specializes in planning for families with minor children, because estate planning is about providing for the people and causes you care about, and building a legacy worth leaving them. Drew cares about the families he serves because as an orphan, his parents did not take any affirmative action to change default rules that the State had for them–to devastating effect. He is heart-led and passionate about educating and serving our community. Visit drewbushman.com, call (254) 339-2592, or email drew@drewbushman.com.

Republic Gun Club is Central Texas’ premier full-service indoor gun range, retail and event venue. Located in Waco, our 19-lane facility offers 25-yard and 100-yard indoor shooting in a safe, clean and fun environment. Enjoy amenities such as shooting from our rental fleet, gunsmith services, training classes, tactical bay, members lounge and so much more. Looking for an exciting event venue for your next birthday, team meeting or celebration? We offer our spaces for parties of 8 up to 100! With our highly-trained and certified staff, we provide a safe and fun experience for your party. Call Sarah Scheffe at (254) 307-4867 or email sarah.scheffe@republicgunclub.com to schedule your next event!

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Cecy is an award-winning photographer specializing in newborn, children and family fine art portraits. She provides her clients with quality prints for their homes. Mother of two boys and wife to an amazing husband, Cecy’s love for photography began at a very young age.

Growing up, she only had a couple of photos of her father, as he passed away one month before she was born. Though not physically with her, his photographs allowed her to feel as if he was. She is able to capture the most precious moments that will live for generations. Call (254) 548-BABY (2229) or visit photographybycecy.com.

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My Xpress Laundry is Waco’s only premiere laundromat. All of our machines run on the Laundrycard system—making us the only coinless laundromat in town. Our Huebsch machines use unmatched innovation, guaranteeing a quick laundry visit. We offer self-service laundry, wash & fold, and commercial laundry. Either drop off laundry or schedule a free contactless pick-up and delivery on Wash & Fold.

Visitmyxpresslaundry.com and use promo code FIRST for 20% off your first scheduled pick-up. We are located at 202 E. Crest Drive in Waco.

Call (254) 304-0949.

SWEEP has provided professional residential and commercial cleaning services in Waco since 2018. We don’t believe in just taking care of the mess, we aim to refresh and renew your space to ensure that it is as beautiful as it is cozy. By hiring professional cleaners, you will have more time and energy to do the things that are most important to you.

“We’ll clean, you do something else.” Call (254) 426-6698.

Zerenity Treasures is a locally-owned jeweler featuring unique artisan jewelry. Owner Connie Murphy designs and creates each piece of jewelry, and loves creating one-of-a-kind items out of sterling silver, gold-filled wire, gemstones and wire-wrapped copper. She also handcrafts copper and crystal sun catchers. Zerenity Treasures sells their products online at www.zerenitytreasures.com, or contact Connie Murphy directly at (254) 644-7532 to purchase locally.

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