Friday, August 14, 2009
Krayola's Groundbreaking Ceremony
Groundbreaking Ceremonies were held today, August 14, 2009 at the new child care center, Krayola!!! Many citizens were present for this event including County Executive Jeff Huffman and Covington's Mayor, David Gordon.
Several supporters gave their praises of this wonderful child care facility. "Bones" Burlison from the Covington Post Office stated that his child went to this facility and he always knew that his child was well taken care of and that he would not have to worry when he left. Mayor Gordon also gave praises to this facility as did numerous others. Harriet Cannon with USDA also "dug in" along with many others.
Even though it was very hot, it was a great celebration and this facility is definitely an asset to our community!
Several supporters gave their praises of this wonderful child care facility. "Bones" Burlison from the Covington Post Office stated that his child went to this facility and he always knew that his child was well taken care of and that he would not have to worry when he left. Mayor Gordon also gave praises to this facility as did numerous others. Harriet Cannon with USDA also "dug in" along with many others.
Even though it was very hot, it was a great celebration and this facility is definitely an asset to our community!
Wednesday, August 5, 2009
Partnership for Growth
Covington-Tipton County Chamber of Commerce Presents...
"Partnership for Growth" is a low cost training provided by the Covington-Tipton County Chamber of Commerce to strengthen our business community. Each class is an investment in the community and in your business.
The classes will begin on August 13, 2009 and continue to be held the 2nd Thursday of each month from 7:45 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. with the following training topics:
o August – Time Management
o September – Effective planning for success
§ Creating Smart Goals
§ Developing a 90 day plan.
o October ---Building your leadership…Situational Leadership
§ Identifying the needs of your employees.
§ Determine if training or motivation is key to improving a particular person’s performance
§ Developing a “rifle” versus “Shotgun” mentality.
o November ---“We’re not all the same”
§ Understanding your employee’s communication styles –DISC profiles.
§ Improving communication with your team.
§ Are my team members in the right spot?
o December ---Coaching for success
§ Who’s got the monkey?
§ Avoiding the dangers of enabling
§ Asking questions to improve performance and initiative.
o January--- Where are we going?—Defining a clear vision for your company.
§ How to develop a long term goal for your company.
§ Balancing personal and business objectives.
§ Detailing the “why” I’m working to build my motivation.
o February –Hiring the best!
§ Attitude versus Experience…what’s best.
§ Make hiring a process not an event.
o March ----How high do you want me to jump?
§ Developing performance criteria.
§ Communicating goals to employees.
§ Accountability
o April –Marketing
§ Marketing is an investment…is it paying off?
§ Testing and measuring results.
§ Effective decision making
o May ---Marketing ..Am I hitting the target?
§ Who’s my customer and why do they buy from me?
§ Why are people buying from my competitor?
§ Where’s my marketing sweet spot and how do I target others like them.
o June --- Staying ahead of the Curve..capitalizing on trends in your industry.
§ Product life cycle.
§ Fad versus Trend
§ Reacting to trends.
o July… Growing your business with the clients you have.
§ Loyalty programs
§ Referral programs
§ Building the average sale.
While we do not furnish any books , we will provide articles and handouts in classes. Suggestions for further reading and understanding will be offered in most classes.
The cost is $30 per class or $300 for all eleven sessions. These classes will be held in the Chamber Office.
The facilitator will be Steve Pitcairn, CEO and Certified Business CoachActionCOACH, The World's #1 Business Coaching Firm 43 Darlington CoveJackson TN, 38305Main: 731 668-0201Fax: 731 668-0233Cell: 731 426-2952Website: www.actioncoach.com/stevepitcairn
actioncoach.com
WINNER 2009 "Coach of the Year" for Tennessee
WINNER 2009 Action Man for Consistency in helping clients
WINNER Jackson-Area Chamber of Commerce Emerging Business Award
If you have any questions or need additional information, please call the chamber office at 901-476-9727.
"Partnership for Growth" is a low cost training provided by the Covington-Tipton County Chamber of Commerce to strengthen our business community. Each class is an investment in the community and in your business.
The classes will begin on August 13, 2009 and continue to be held the 2nd Thursday of each month from 7:45 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. with the following training topics:
o August – Time Management
o September – Effective planning for success
§ Creating Smart Goals
§ Developing a 90 day plan.
o October ---Building your leadership…Situational Leadership
§ Identifying the needs of your employees.
§ Determine if training or motivation is key to improving a particular person’s performance
§ Developing a “rifle” versus “Shotgun” mentality.
o November ---“We’re not all the same”
§ Understanding your employee’s communication styles –DISC profiles.
§ Improving communication with your team.
§ Are my team members in the right spot?
o December ---Coaching for success
§ Who’s got the monkey?
§ Avoiding the dangers of enabling
§ Asking questions to improve performance and initiative.
o January--- Where are we going?—Defining a clear vision for your company.
§ How to develop a long term goal for your company.
§ Balancing personal and business objectives.
§ Detailing the “why” I’m working to build my motivation.
o February –Hiring the best!
§ Attitude versus Experience…what’s best.
§ Make hiring a process not an event.
o March ----How high do you want me to jump?
§ Developing performance criteria.
§ Communicating goals to employees.
§ Accountability
o April –Marketing
§ Marketing is an investment…is it paying off?
§ Testing and measuring results.
§ Effective decision making
o May ---Marketing ..Am I hitting the target?
§ Who’s my customer and why do they buy from me?
§ Why are people buying from my competitor?
§ Where’s my marketing sweet spot and how do I target others like them.
o June --- Staying ahead of the Curve..capitalizing on trends in your industry.
§ Product life cycle.
§ Fad versus Trend
§ Reacting to trends.
o July… Growing your business with the clients you have.
§ Loyalty programs
§ Referral programs
§ Building the average sale.
While we do not furnish any books , we will provide articles and handouts in classes. Suggestions for further reading and understanding will be offered in most classes.
The cost is $30 per class or $300 for all eleven sessions. These classes will be held in the Chamber Office.
The facilitator will be Steve Pitcairn, CEO and Certified Business CoachActionCOACH, The World's #1 Business Coaching Firm 43 Darlington CoveJackson TN, 38305Main: 731 668-0201Fax: 731 668-0233Cell: 731 426-2952Website: www.actioncoach.com/stevepitcairn
actioncoach.com
WINNER 2009 "Coach of the Year" for Tennessee
WINNER 2009 Action Man for Consistency in helping clients
WINNER Jackson-Area Chamber of Commerce Emerging Business Award
If you have any questions or need additional information, please call the chamber office at 901-476-9727.
Tuesday, July 28, 2009
Little Porky's Ribbon Cutting
Little Porky's had it's ribbon cutting on July 28th at 9:30 a.m. Even though the weather was gloomy, people poured out to attend this event! Mayor Gordon was present to cut the ribbon. Tucker Ashford and family along with Steve Uttz and son, Jake were present. This ribbon cutting was sponsored by InSouth Bank. If you didn't get a chance to attend this event, you need to stop by and try some of their great food!!!
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
Manitowoc Announces Scholarship
While announcing the plant expansion, Delfield executives presented a scholarship to Dr. Karen Bowyer that the company has set up for students from southwest Tennessee to attend Dyersburg State Community College. The $2,500 scholarship will be available to children and grandchildren of Delfield employees. Applications will be accepted at the Delfield plant in Covington or Dyersburg State Community College.
"Our intention with the scholarship is to invest in the workforce of this area where we are bringing more skilled jobs," stated Charles Eaves, General Manager of Delfield. "It is also important to us to help our employees provide educational opportunities for their families."
"It shows a real commitment to the people of West Tennessee when a company invests in higher education," remarked Dr. Karen Bowyer, Dyersburg State Community College President. "We are pleased to see such a great company emphasize the value of education."
"Our intention with the scholarship is to invest in the workforce of this area where we are bringing more skilled jobs," stated Charles Eaves, General Manager of Delfield. "It is also important to us to help our employees provide educational opportunities for their families."
"It shows a real commitment to the people of West Tennessee when a company invests in higher education," remarked Dr. Karen Bowyer, Dyersburg State Community College President. "We are pleased to see such a great company emphasize the value of education."
Manitowoc Foodservice Plant Expansion to Create 120 Jobs in Covington
Covington, TN, July 14, 2009 - Manitowoc Foodservice announced today an expansion of their Delfield facility located in Covington, TN. The company plans to produce a new product line at the Delfield plant and the expanded operations will create 90 jobs by the end of 2009 and 30 more in 2010.
The Delfield plant currently employs 178 people. They produce and market a reach-in-line of refrigeration food service equipment for restaurants, hotels, and institutions. A new scientific product line to be produced at the plant will be for medical and laborator use.
"I'm pleased we're able to work with our partners at the local level to help an existing Tennessee company grow and create new jobs," said Matt Kisber, Commissioner, Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development. "We've worked hard to develop a nationally recognized business climate in Tennessee and our success is evident in the fact that more than half of the new jobs created in our state come from the growth of companies already doing business here."
"We are pleased Manitowoc has the confidence in our local workforce to bring this new line and these skilled jobs to the Delfield plant here in Covington," said Covington Mayor David Gordon. "The city and county have worked with the state and TVA to support this expansion."
As part of the proposal made by the State of Tennessee, Tipton County and Covington, Manitowoc will qualify for a number of statutory incentives, including FastTrack job training assistance for new employees hired at the facility and those requiring new skills. In addition, Manitowoc will qualify for Jobs Tax Credits based on the amount of capital invested in the expansion and the number of new jobs created. The expansion also qualifies for TVA's enhanced growth credit, which will be applied to the company's electric power cost.
Manitowoc Foodservice, a division of The Manitowoc Company, Inc., designs, manufactures and supplies best-in-class food and beverage equipment for the global foodservice market. The Manitowoc Company, Inc., is one of the world's largest providers of lifting equipment for the global construction industry with 100 manufacturing and service facilities in 27 countries.
The Delfield plant currently employs 178 people. They produce and market a reach-in-line of refrigeration food service equipment for restaurants, hotels, and institutions. A new scientific product line to be produced at the plant will be for medical and laborator use.
"I'm pleased we're able to work with our partners at the local level to help an existing Tennessee company grow and create new jobs," said Matt Kisber, Commissioner, Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development. "We've worked hard to develop a nationally recognized business climate in Tennessee and our success is evident in the fact that more than half of the new jobs created in our state come from the growth of companies already doing business here."
"We are pleased Manitowoc has the confidence in our local workforce to bring this new line and these skilled jobs to the Delfield plant here in Covington," said Covington Mayor David Gordon. "The city and county have worked with the state and TVA to support this expansion."
As part of the proposal made by the State of Tennessee, Tipton County and Covington, Manitowoc will qualify for a number of statutory incentives, including FastTrack job training assistance for new employees hired at the facility and those requiring new skills. In addition, Manitowoc will qualify for Jobs Tax Credits based on the amount of capital invested in the expansion and the number of new jobs created. The expansion also qualifies for TVA's enhanced growth credit, which will be applied to the company's electric power cost.
Manitowoc Foodservice, a division of The Manitowoc Company, Inc., designs, manufactures and supplies best-in-class food and beverage equipment for the global foodservice market. The Manitowoc Company, Inc., is one of the world's largest providers of lifting equipment for the global construction industry with 100 manufacturing and service facilities in 27 countries.
Eatery of the Week: Court Square Cafe
The Covington-Tipton County Chamber of Commerce will be highlighting an "Eatery of the Week" in our newsletter and on our blog each week. Check out their daily specials and menu items!
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Paige Koneski leaving Chamber
The Covington-Tipton County Chamber of Commerce wishes Paige Koneski well on her new journey to WKBQ - Covington! Listen for Paige in the mornings on fm 93.5.
Paige has worked for the chamber since October 2005. You have probably seen her out and about drumming up business for the chamber as well as working with many fundraisers in the county. She has been instrumental in several chamber events. We will miss her very much, but are excited about her new endeavor as a morning radio show host at WKBJ! Good luck, Paige!!
Paige has worked for the chamber since October 2005. You have probably seen her out and about drumming up business for the chamber as well as working with many fundraisers in the county. She has been instrumental in several chamber events. We will miss her very much, but are excited about her new endeavor as a morning radio show host at WKBJ! Good luck, Paige!!
Monday, June 1, 2009
Spring Fling Golf Tournament
The Spring Fling Golf Tournament was recently held at the Covington Country Club. There were twenty-six participating teams competing in the four man scramble. The winners of the tournament are:
1st Flight
Jackson Enterprises 54
Bank of Tipton 59
Dover Motors 59
2nd Flight
Tipton Co-op 64
Delfield 64
King Cotton Motors 64
3rd Flight
Servpro 68
City / Covington Electric 68
Unilever 69
We would like to thank all of the sponsors, volunteers and participant for a great Spring Fling Golf Tournament.
1st Flight
Jackson Enterprises 54
Bank of Tipton 59
Dover Motors 59
2nd Flight
Tipton Co-op 64
Delfield 64
King Cotton Motors 64
3rd Flight
Servpro 68
City / Covington Electric 68
Unilever 69
We would like to thank all of the sponsors, volunteers and participant for a great Spring Fling Golf Tournament.
Wednesday, May 13, 2009
Installation Banquet
51st Annual Installation Banquet
Thursday, June 25th, 2009
Come join us to bid “adieu” and thank our outgoing officers and directors. Be there to welcome our new leaders and extend a helping hand.
The Covington-Tipton County Chamber of Commerce Installation Banquet will be held Thursday, June 25th, 2009 at the Chamber Center on the Covington Square. Cocktails at 5:30 pm, Call to order 6:00 pm (Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance) and Dinner at 6:15.
Come join us as we thank our outgoing Officers and Directors and to welcome the new board. Executive Director Jeff Huffman will install the new Officers and Directors.
Dinner buffet will include pork tenderloin, drunken chicken, green beans, cheesy potatoes, rolls, and lemon icebox cake prepared by C.W. & Lou’s Catering.
The attire is business casual (please no blue jeans). Call Paige, Janie or Lee for advanced registration (476-9727). Invite prospective Chamber Members, friends and family to join your table-maximum of 8 per table. Submit payment and coupon below prior to 12th of June. (Checks payable to Covington-Tipton County Chamber of Commerce)
Tickets for the event are $30.00 per person or $240.00 per table. We are offering members the opportunity to sponsor the table arrangements for $50.00 each table. With your sponsorship you will receive an arrangement and recognition on table.
101 West Court Square Thursday, June 25
Cocktails begin at 6 pm Dinner begins at 6:15
Reservations for
CTCCC Installation Banquet
Name: ______________________________________________ Ph#: ___________________
I would like to reserve: ___________ tickets __________table __________ table arrangement
Mail coupon with check to CTCCC, PO Box 683, Covington, TN 3019
For questions please call 475-9727
$30.00 per person-Checks payable to Covington-Tipton County Chamber of Commerce
Thursday, June 25th, 2009
Come join us to bid “adieu” and thank our outgoing officers and directors. Be there to welcome our new leaders and extend a helping hand.
The Covington-Tipton County Chamber of Commerce Installation Banquet will be held Thursday, June 25th, 2009 at the Chamber Center on the Covington Square. Cocktails at 5:30 pm, Call to order 6:00 pm (Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance) and Dinner at 6:15.
Come join us as we thank our outgoing Officers and Directors and to welcome the new board. Executive Director Jeff Huffman will install the new Officers and Directors.
Dinner buffet will include pork tenderloin, drunken chicken, green beans, cheesy potatoes, rolls, and lemon icebox cake prepared by C.W. & Lou’s Catering.
The attire is business casual (please no blue jeans). Call Paige, Janie or Lee for advanced registration (476-9727). Invite prospective Chamber Members, friends and family to join your table-maximum of 8 per table. Submit payment and coupon below prior to 12th of June. (Checks payable to Covington-Tipton County Chamber of Commerce)
Tickets for the event are $30.00 per person or $240.00 per table. We are offering members the opportunity to sponsor the table arrangements for $50.00 each table. With your sponsorship you will receive an arrangement and recognition on table.
101 West Court Square Thursday, June 25
Cocktails begin at 6 pm Dinner begins at 6:15
Reservations for
CTCCC Installation Banquet
Name: ______________________________________________ Ph#: ___________________
I would like to reserve: ___________ tickets __________table __________ table arrangement
Mail coupon with check to CTCCC, PO Box 683, Covington, TN 3019
For questions please call 475-9727
$30.00 per person-Checks payable to Covington-Tipton County Chamber of Commerce
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Women in Buisiness in the Paper
There was a really nice article in the Millington-Tipton Appeal Spotlighting Women in Business and the recipients of the Outstanding Women in Tipton County Awards. Here is a link to view the article and pictures:
http://www.commercialappeal.com/news/2009/may/09/focus-women-in-business-outstanding-ladies/
http://www.commercialappeal.com/news/2009/may/09/focus-women-in-business-outstanding-ladies/
Friday, May 1, 2009
Janet Newman
Mayor David Gordon presents Janet Newman with Key to City
County Executive Jeff Huffman declares April 30th Janet Newman DayA reception was held for Janet Newman in recognition of her retirement from Dyersburg State Community College yesterday and in her honor, County Executive Jeff Huffman declared April 30th "Janet Newman Day". She has been an important part of DSCC for almost 20 years. She put her heart and soul into her work and Mayor David Gordon presented Mrs. Newman with a key to the City. Tim Sloan, Dr. Karen Bowyer and Lee Johnston all spoke about her accomplishments in the community and DSCC.
Drug Endangered Child Protocol
Carl Perkins Center Director Bethany Kirby
Sheriff "Pancho" ChumleyApril 30th was a special day in Tipton County. We are the first county in West Tennessee to sign an official Drug Endangered Child Protocol. All parties that have any involvement, from the police department to the district attorney and every agency in between, worked to form the protocol to help better assist children who are in dangered due to drug related incidents.
Breakfast in Touch: Parkway Cove
Parkway Cove Assisted Living, located on Bert Johnston Drive, hosted Breakfast in Touch in April. Cindy Talley took the group on a tour of the facility. The residents are encouraged to bring their own furniture to make their rooms feel more like home. Everyone is encouraged to be independent, whether it be cooking their favorite meal or working in the flower bed. The staff at Parkway Cove doesn't ask the residents to fit into a schedule, they instead work with the existing schedule of the residents. They all work very hard to provide as many comforts of home as possible.
Friday, April 24, 2009
Women in Business
Women in Business was recently held at the Chamber Center on the Square. Over three day, 330 women were treated to a luncheon complete with fun free gifts, fabulous door prizes, lunch prepared by Marlo's Down Under and top notch entertainment provided by US 51 Country.
Covington-Tipton County Chamber Members sponsored the event, donated door prizes and purchased tickets for their female employees to attend the event. We would like to thank everyone who made this event possible!
Covington-Tipton County Chamber Members sponsored the event, donated door prizes and purchased tickets for their female employees to attend the event. We would like to thank everyone who made this event possible!
Ribbon Cutting
Kent Clinic held their Ribbon Cutting on April 7th at 2:00 pm. They are located 1999 Highway 51 South, in the UT Medical Building by the Hospital. Dr. Kent is an orthopedic surgeon.Thursday, April 2, 2009
Coffee in the Attic Ribbon Cutting
Coffee in the Attic held their ribbon cutting Thursday March 2, 2009. Coffee in the Attic is located at 112 East Court Square in Dowtown Covington. They have a wide variety of gourmet coffee and they also serve "almost famous chicken salad" for lunch. Regions Bank sponsored the money ribbon and Alderman Ed Timberlake cut the ribbon.
TOTAL Youth Graduation
TOTAL Youth Graduation was held in the Chamber Center Tuesday March 31st at 6:30 pm. The students and their parents enjoyed a wonderful meal catered by Main Street Antiques. After the meal, the students were given the opportunity to give their presentations and all four groups did an outstanding job. Gary Sloan handed out the graduation certificates and spoke to the group about the program, the future and achieving their dreams.
Monday, March 30, 2009
Breakfast in Touch: Baptist Tipton
Baptist Memorial Tipton hosted Breakfast in Touch March the 26th in the Community Classroom. The hospital prepared a delicious spread that included danish, eggs, bacon, sausage, hash brown casserole, biscuits and fruit. Dr. Mbu, the new Hospitalist, and Skipper Bondurant, the hospital administrator, spoke to the group about the recent renovations and the new equipment and the group had a chance to ask Dr. Mbu about her duties at the hospital and her move to the community.
The next Breakfast in Touch will be held April 30th at Parkway Cove assisted living.
Music on the Square Line-Up
May 2
Ronnie Twisdale
Music from the 60's and 70's
Vicki Creasy's Student Choir will end the Show
May 9
Infinity
Rhythm and Blues
May 16
Missouri's Most Wanted
Country, Rock n Roll and Blues
Country, Rock n Roll and Blues
May 23
Generation Gap
Variety of 60's and 70's
May 30
Scott Myatt
Soloist and Keyboardist
June 6
Wolf River Rednecks
Rock n Roll, Country and Blues
June 13
The Blues Healers
Blues
June 20
The Tipton Arts Council and The Ruffin Theater Present:
Shake 'Em Ups
Mix of Bluegrass, Swing and Oldies
Monday, March 23, 2009
Lots to Do!
Spring has sprung in Covington. With Easter right around the corner, the Covington Sportsplex is planning a spectacular Easter Extravaganza complete with the Easter Bunny on April 4th. It will be held at the Covington Sportsplex from 9:00 am until 11:00 am at 790 Bert Johnston Rd! This is a FREE EVENT so be sure to hop on down for all the fun.
Music on the Square is an Annual Outdoor Concert series that takes place during May and June on the Historic Downtown Square in Covington. The concerts are held every Saturday night beginning at 7:00 pm and everyone is invited. The music is FREE and is it always family friendly. Bring your lawn chairs and your kids, but please leave your coolers and pets at home. Non-profit vendors will be selling drinks, burgers, hot dogs, and more throughout the evening. Check back in for a complete schedule!
Music on the Square is an Annual Outdoor Concert series that takes place during May and June on the Historic Downtown Square in Covington. The concerts are held every Saturday night beginning at 7:00 pm and everyone is invited. The music is FREE and is it always family friendly. Bring your lawn chairs and your kids, but please leave your coolers and pets at home. Non-profit vendors will be selling drinks, burgers, hot dogs, and more throughout the evening. Check back in for a complete schedule!
TOTAL Youth Visits Nashville
Every March, the TOTAL Youth group visits Nashville to learn about Tennessee Government, meet the Speaker of the House, and hopefully sit in on a session to get a better understanding of how our government works.This March the students had the opportunity to meet with the new Speaker of the House Kent Williams, Jimmy Naifeh and Mark Norris. They sat in on a committee meet
ing, toured the capitol, and had their picture taken with the Governor.They ended the day with a trip the the Farmers Market and the Bicentennial Capitol Mall Park.
TOTAL Youth Graduation will be held March 31st.
To sign up for TOTAL Youth you must be a Junior in High School during the 2009-2010 school year. Maintain a 3.0 GPA and attend either CHS, MHS, BHS or TRA. To get an application, ask your guidance counselor.
To sign up for TOTAL Youth you must be a Junior in High School during the 2009-2010 school year. Maintain a 3.0 GPA and attend either CHS, MHS, BHS or TRA. To get an application, ask your guidance counselor.
Card Art Ribbon Cutting
A ribbon cutting sponsored by the Covington-Tipton County Chamber of Commerce was recently held at Jezabel's for Card Art by Paige. Mayor Gorfon cut the ribbon.
The Ruffin Theater
The Tipton Arts Council has done a wonderful job with the renovation of the Historic Ruffin Theater. With lots of hard work, a grant from the USDA and lots of love, this beloved community theater is now handicap assessable, has lots of much needed storage room and most importantly (at least to the ladies) extra bathrooms! LOL! On a more serious note, the theater looks amazing and the TAC continues to work hard to provide quality entertainment to Tipton County.
A ribbon cutting was held during Breakfast in Touch January 26th to celebrate the renovations and show off the theater. The ribbon cutting was sponsored by the Covington-Tipton County Chamber of Commerce and Mayor Gordon cut the ribbon.
The West Clinic and The Memphis Heart Clinic
The West Clinic and The Memphis Heart Clinic has recently joined together and opened a brand new state of the art facility in Brighton. The Covington-Tipton County Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting to celebrate their grand opening January 12th. BancorpSouth was a proud sponsor of the money ribbon and Brighton Mayor Jeff Scott cut the ribbon. To learn more about The West Clinic and to see more pictures from the ribbon cutting visit www.westclinic.com.
TOTAL Youth Economic Development
TOTAL Youth recently toured the Covington Square during their Economic Development session. Mayor David Gordon walked with the students as he detailed the renovations that have been done to the square and the renovations that will come in the future.
During the session students also visited with County Executive Jeff Huffman. He talked about different issues throughtout the county and what aspects of his job as County Executive that he enjoys most.
After visiting with the mayors, the future leaders of our county stopped by Jezabel's Gifts and Bead Emporium and spoke with Wayne and DeLynda Rhodes about small business. They each made a beaded key chain before heading to Atoka to eat lunch.
The day ended with a tour of a local industry.
Monday, February 2, 2009
Decandent Chocolate Fantasy
Register to win a Valentine Basket Worth $500.00 at participating stores.
For every $20.00 you spend beginning Friday, February 6th until 4pm. February 14th at participating businesses, you will receive a ticket for the drawing of the Valentine Basket at 4pm on Valentine's Day!
Participating Businesses are:
Coffee in the Attic, Eva Belle Gifts & Interiors, The Freckled Frog, The Glass Slipper, Jezabel's, Kathryn's Flowers & Gifts, Le Chic Boutique, Marlo's Restaurant, Merle Norman, Old Town Hall, Past Times Antiques, Patina and Something Special.
For every $20.00 you spend beginning Friday, February 6th until 4pm. February 14th at participating businesses, you will receive a ticket for the drawing of the Valentine Basket at 4pm on Valentine's Day!
Participating Businesses are:
Coffee in the Attic, Eva Belle Gifts & Interiors, The Freckled Frog, The Glass Slipper, Jezabel's, Kathryn's Flowers & Gifts, Le Chic Boutique, Marlo's Restaurant, Merle Norman, Old Town Hall, Past Times Antiques, Patina and Something Special.
Valentine's Day
With Valentine's Day right around the corner, there are several promotions going on among our Chamber Members.
Marlo's Down Under
Valentine's Day Menu
Appetizer
Smoked Amber Trout Crostini w/a Chive Creme Faiche
Soup
Cream of Wild Mushroom & Tarragon Soup
Entree
Pan Seared 6oz Filet Tornedos
with Jumbo Langoustine
over a Truffle Oil Risotto
Dessert
Port Wine Poached Deanjo Pears
$65.00 per person, plus tax and tip
Reservations are required
475-1124
Also, be sure to order your flowers early!
Hometown Flowers
1055 South Main Street
Covington, TN 38019
901-476-1212
Kathryn's Flowers
114 Court Square
Covington, TN 38019
901-476-7122
901-476-6622
Marlo's Down Under
Valentine's Day Menu
Appetizer
Smoked Amber Trout Crostini w/a Chive Creme Faiche
Soup
Cream of Wild Mushroom & Tarragon Soup
Entree
Pan Seared 6oz Filet Tornedos
with Jumbo Langoustine
over a Truffle Oil Risotto
Dessert
Port Wine Poached Deanjo Pears
$65.00 per person, plus tax and tip
Reservations are required
475-1124
Also, be sure to order your flowers early!
Hometown Flowers
1055 South Main Street
Covington, TN 38019
901-476-1212
Kathryn's Flowers
114 Court Square
Covington, TN 38019
901-476-7122
901-476-6622
Thursday, January 29, 2009
"Breakfast in Touch"
Certified Transmissions hosted "Breakfast in Touch" Thursday January 29th at The Chamber Office. Mary Kay Balzell catered a delicious meal. The turnout was great and we hope to see everyone at our February "Breakfast in Touch" scheduled for Thursday the 26th. It will be held at the newly renovated Ruffin Theater and sponsored by the Tipton Arts Council.
http://www.certtrans.com/
www.ruffintheater.org
Monday, January 26, 2009
ADT Ribbon Cutting
ADT representative Cathy Murphy recently joined the Covington-Tipton County Chamber of Commerce. To celebrate her new membership, a ribbon cutting was held at the Chamber of Commerce Tuesday, January 20th at 10:00.
Mayor Gordon did the honors of cutting the ribbon and Brighton Bank sponsored the event. http://www.brightonbancorp.com/ Despite the snow, the Covington-Tipton County Chamber members showed up in great numbers to support the newest addition to our family.ADT provides security systems for businesses or homes. To find out how to become an ADT customer of for more information about what types of services they provide, email Cathy at cmurphy0805@yahoo.com.
TOTAL Youth: Healthcare
TOTAL Youth was organized to help educate high school students about all Tipton County has to offer. TOTAL stands for Tipton Organized To Advance Leadership and by educating our youth about the wonderful things offered right in their own backyard, we entice these future leaders to use their skills at home.Students must be a junior in high school with a minimum of a 3.0 GPA. All students must also fill out an application and then be selected by a panel of judges before being invited to join in this elite group of students.
Each month the students focus on one aspect of the county. This month the focus was on health care. The staff of Baptist Memorial Hospital Tipton arranged for a educational and exciting day for the students. After everyone had been split in to small groups, we set off to take an up close and personal tour of each department of the hospital. The students were given the chance to ask questions about anything pertaining to the department that they were touring. Questions like:"How much money do you make?"," How much school is required?", even "What is the worst thing you've ever seen?" were all asked.
Each month the students focus on one aspect of the county. This month the focus was on health care. The staff of Baptist Memorial Hospital Tipton arranged for a educational and exciting day for the students. After everyone had been split in to small groups, we set off to take an up close and personal tour of each department of the hospital. The students were given the chance to ask questions about anything pertaining to the department that they were touring. Questions like:"How much money do you make?"," How much school is required?", even "What is the worst thing you've ever seen?" were all asked.
Member Benefit Meeting
The Covington-Tipton County Chamber held a Member Benefit Meeting January 13th at 9:00 am in the Chamber Center located at 101 West Court Square.There was a great turnout for the meeting and members were updated on the new services the Chamber provides as well as the new Sponsorship Package Deals.
The Chamber offers members a wide variety of services including but not limited to: Blast Faxing, Mass Emailing, Weekly E-Newsletters, Educational Classes and numerous networking opportunities. To find out more about your Chamber visit www.covington-tiptoncochamber.com or email tiptoncounty_covingto@comast.net
RJ Young Ribbon Cutting
RJ Young Company celebrated their Chamber membership with a ribbon cutting January 12th at 10:00 am. They held their ribbon cutting in the Chamber office. Mayor Gordon cut the ribbon and Bank of Tipton sponsored the money ribbon. http://www.bankoftipton.com/
Maggie Heinz has been a sales representative for the company for a little over a year and she is delighted to include Tipton County in her sales area. RJ Young Company specializes in innovative design solutions. http://www.rjyoung.com/
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