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Shop Local for the Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday on July 21-July 23
Shop Local for the Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday on July 21-July 23 The 18th annual sales tax holiday will run Friday, July 21 at 12:01 a.m. through midnight on Sunday, July 23. Shoppers will have the opportunity to purchase certain school supplies, computers or computer equipment, books, textbooks and clothing free of state and local…
Read MoreJakita White Named Commodore of the Month
Jakita White Named Commodore of the Month Financial Advisor Dewayne Eddy with LPL Financial was the featured speaker for our monthly Commodore meeting on July 14. He provided tips about ways to invest in your future. Then the group had fun playing Who Wants to be a Millionaire? with some Chamber trivia. Congratulations to Jakita…
Read MoreFree Workforce Training Available Using the ACCS Innovation Center
Free Workforce Training Available Using the ACCS Innovation Center At the Chamber’s Breakfast & Biz event on July 13, Workforce Director Houston Blackwood explained how the Alabama Community College System’s Innovation Center can provide free workforce training for businesses. The ACCS Innovation Center will open soon in Decatur on 4th Avenue, but its team is…
Read MoreMember Spotlight – Shawn D. Garth, REALTOR
Member Spotlight – Shawn D. Garth, REALTOR As a licensed REALTOR since 2005, Shawn D. Garth has had the privilege of helping hundreds of customers/clients achieve their real estate goals. Over the years, she has built a successful and reputable business that is grounded in integrity, professionalism and a commitment to excellence. When Shawn started her…
Read MoreApplications Open for Excellence in Leadership Program
Applications Open for Excellence in Leadership Program Applications are now open for the Chamber’s Excellence in Leadership program for the 2023-2024 year. Excellence is an interactive program that provides skill development and community experiences to help participants grow personally and professionally as they explore the Decatur-Morgan County area. The Excellence in Leadership program is the…
Read MoreWhat Businesses Need to Know about Making the Switch to Google Analytics 4
What Businesses Need to Know about Making the Switch to Google Analytics 4 On July 1, Google will shut down the standard version of Universal Analytics (UA), the most widely used marketing analytics tool in internet history. Google Analytics 4 (GA4) will take its place. According to data from BuiltWith.com, over 28 million sites were…
Read MoreNew Date Set for Chamber’s 2023 Legislative Update after Event Postponed Due to Possible Special Session
New Date Set for Chamber’s 2023 Legislative Update after Event Postponed Due to Possible Special Session UPDATE: The Chamber’s 2023 Legislative Update has been rescheduled for Tuesday, October 3. Registration will resume when a time for the event is set at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Decatur Riverfront. Current registrations will be carried over to…
Read MoreGovernor Kay Ivey Signs House Bill 77, Helps Small Businesses Succeed
Governor Kay Ivey Signs House Bill 77, Helps Small Businesses Succeed (News Release) Governor Kay Ivey on Friday signed House Bill 77, making good on her promise to help small businesses in Alabama. During Governor Ivey’s 2023 State of the State Address, she called on the Legislature to help create greater economic stability for Alabama…
Read MoreDecatur Mayor Proclaims August 8 as Angeleck Williams Day on GMA3
Decatur Mayor Proclaims August 8 as Angeleck Williams Day on GMA3 On June 14, Decatur resident and cancer survivor Angeleck Williams was an honored guest on GMA3. Angeleck spoke about the annual blood drive she hosts for her birthday. City of Decatur Mayor Tab Bowling also joined the segment to surprise Angeleck with a proclamation…
Read MoreClint Murphy Named Commodore of the Month
Clint Murphy Named Commodore of the Month Daniel Starr, managing partner of Lightwire Solutions, was the featured speaker for our monthly Commodore meeting on June 9. He spoke to the group about cybersecurity threats and provided tips on how to protect your business. Congratulations to Clint Murphy with MeritHouse Realty & Capital Management for being…
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