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Five-County Area Chamber/Business Events in Sept. 2017

August 31, 2017 Kay Whatley

By Kay Whatley, Editor Area Chambers of Commerce, business groups, and local businesses/organizations hold educational events and provide free business training and networking. Note that regular Chamber member meetings or semi-closed leads groups, are not […]

Knightdale Chamber of Commerce Logo, Knightdale NC.
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Knightdale Chamber Group “Ribbon Cutting” on August 9

August 6, 2016 Kay Whatley

The Knightdale Chamber of Commerce is holding its first 2016 “Red Ribbon Showcase” —  a group ribbon-cutting ceremony for new Chamber members. As many as eight local businesses may participate in this gathering. Members and the public are invited […]

Source: Nashville NC Chamber of Commerce.
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Volunteers Needed for Blooming Festival

April 19, 2016 Kay Whatley

The Nashville NC Chamber of Commerce has issued a “Call for Volunteers” for the annual Blooming Festival coming up May 5-7, 2016. According to the announcement by Jo Anne Cooper, help is needed with the Chamber […]

Knightdale Chamber of Commerce Awards Notice. Source: Patrice Bayyan, Knightdale NC.
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Knightdale Chamber Nominations Due April 18th

April 17, 2016 Kay Whatley

Released by Patrice Bayyan, Executive Director In advance of the Knightdale Chamber of Commerce annual Awards Recognition & Reception, the chamber is calling for nominations. Submit an individual or business for one of the chamber awards, which will be given during the […]

Display at the 2015 Diamond Dip. Source: Wilson NC Chamber of Commerce, Wilson NC.
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Wilson Chamber Diamond Dip is April 23rd

April 15, 2016 Kay Whatley

By Kay Whatley, Editor The Wilson NC Chamber of Commerce’s annual Diamond Dip is a can’t-miss gala and the an anticipated social event. Music and champagne accompany the elegant dinner and silent auction. Many business in […]

Bailey NC Water Tower. Photo Source: Bailey Chamber of Commerce Facebook photo.
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Bailey NC Chamber Plans 2016 Chamber Events

February 21, 2016 Kay Whatley

Planning Now for Events Through December The Bailey Chamber of Commerce has big plans for the Town of Bailey NC. The Chamber is planning events including a vendor market, car and truck show, town cleanup, and […]

Source: Nashville NC Chamber of Commerce.
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Call for Distinguished Citizen Nominations

February 7, 2016 Kay Whatley

Contributed by Jo Anne Cooper, Nashville Chamber of Commerce The Nashville Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for this year’s Distinguished Citizen of the Year Award. If you know of someone who has given back […]

Source: Nashville NC Chamber of Commerce.
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Nashville NC First Friday Coffee Brings Businesses Together

February 3, 2016 Kay Whatley

Released by Jo Anne Cooper Friday Friday Coffee is back for 2016! February 5, 2016 , 7:30am, is the first meeting of the new year. All are welcome to gather at the Nashville Exchange Steakhouse and Cafe, […]

Wilson Chamber of Commerce Spring Expo Logo. Source: wilsonncchamber.com
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Business Registration Open for Wilson Spring EXPO

December 16, 2015 Kay Whatley

Contributed by Rebecca S. Tew The Wilson Chamber of Commerce is ramping up now for their annual Spring EXPO 2016. Over 100 businesses will showcase their products and services to Wilson and surrounding communities. The […]

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The Strange-ness: True Tale #1

October 6, 2017

It’s that time of year: dark nights, Halloween, strange costumes, and spooky tales. When the tales are true… well, it can make the cool evenings scarier and send a chill down your spine. Here is […]

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The Strange-ness: April UFO Sightings in CO

April 13, 2016

By Kay Whatley, Editor Three Colorado residents reported UFO sightings during the month of April. Photos available for two of them are nearly identical. The first sighting reported via the Mutual UFO Network (MUFON) occurred […]

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US UFO Sightings by US State: April 2018

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By Kay Whatley, Editor Across the United States each year, thousands of unidentified flying object (UFO) sightings are reported. UFO reports cover close encounters of various types, range from blinking lights in the sky to […]

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