Sikeston Regional Chamber Newsletter

Newsletter
"WHERE SOUTHERN HOSPITALITY BEGINS"
www.sikeston.net
VOLUME 4,VOLUME
ISSUE
12
4, ISSUE 12
SIKESTON REGIONAL CHAMBER STAFF
Susan Lawrence, Executive Director
Garth Fuchs, Assistant Director
128 N. New Madrid Street Sikeston, MO
P: 573-471-2498 | F: 573-471-2499 | E: [email protected]
SIKESTON REGIONAL CHAMBER 128 N. NEW MADRID SIKESTON, MO 63801 |
2015
Volume 4 | Issue 12
2015-2016 Board of
Directors
CHAMBER MEMBER SPOTLIGHT
ANDERSON GREEN INSURANCE 573-471-9757
Executive Board:
President:
Justin Taylor, Edward Jones Investments
1st Vice president:
Mackenzie Scherer, Shelter Insurance
2nd Vice President
Lisa Heuring, Missouri Delta Medical Center
Secretary/Treasurer:
Larry Eby, Vast Broadband
At Large: Zach Fayette, First State Bank and
Trust
Past President:
Mike McReynolds, Mike Rentals, Inc
Other Voting Members:
Beth Johnson, Mitchell Insurance
Jacob Priday, Monsanto
Matt Tanner, First State Community Bank
Mike Tomaszewski, Tetra Pak
Laura Collins, Willow & Co.
Ben Alcorn, esi.comm
Brooke Buchanan, Personal Expressions
Terry Williams, Southern Bank
Don Hart, Hart Electric & Men of Falkoff’s
Taylor Allen, Manpower
Glen Cantrell, SEMO Electric Cooperative
Mechelle Farmer, Ferguson Medical Group
Ex-Officio:
Mark Baker, New Madrid Co. Commissioner
Jon Douglass, City of Sikeston
Ed Dust, Sikeston Economic Development
Darren Chapman, Mayor of Miner
Jeremy Anderson, a partner/agent at Anderson and Green Insurance
Agency in Sikeston, MO, is this month’s business spotlight drawing
winner. Known for his exceptional customer service, Anderson has
served the community in a number of areas, other than his personal
business.
Jeremy Anderson
[email protected]
Over the past few years he has
been involved in two chambers of
commerce, as well as various
charitable organizations, boards
and committees. The 38-year-old
Sikeston native is a graduate of
Vision Sikeston Leadership group.
A Board of Directors member of
the St. Francis Xavier Parish
Council and Bootheel Counseling
Services, Jeremy has been active
in the Sikeston Jaycees, Sikeston
Regional Chamber, New Madrid
Chamber of Commerce, Sikeston
Chamber Ag Committee, and is a
member
of
the
Missouri
Association
of
Independent
Agents.
Anderson Green Insurance was
c0-founded by Jeremy Anderson
and Laura Green to provide the very best insurance products, service
and advice to their loyal clients. Their team of insurance experts can
help you find the perfect insurance products to meet your needs. As
independent agents, they have the flexibility to provide products from
many leading insurance carriers. If you are looking for that perfect
insurance product or just some friendly advice, please don’t hesitate to
contact them for all of your coverage questions and requirements.
Jamie Burger, Scott Co. Commissioner
Pastor Rick Lovall, Ministerial Alliance
Steve Borgsmiller, SEMO-Sikeston
Travis Deere, Sikeston Jaycees
Michelle Reynolds, Three Rivers College
Tom Williams, Sikeston Public School
As an Independent Agent firm, Anderson Green is constantly
searching the market for the best companies with the best pricing and
coverage. Unlike captive agents, they do not work for the insurance
companies that they represent. They work for you, for the Customer!
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In today’s market, there are hundreds of different insurance companies available for any kind of risk or
scenario. Jeremy and Laura have worked hard to offer the most expansive coverage at the most competitive price for
their customer base. Contact Anderson Green today, and their company will work for you!
SIKESTON REGIONAL CHAMBER OPEN HOUSE
The Sikeston Regional Chamber just
recently joined the office of Sikeston
Department of Economic
Development. The SRC hosted an
Open House that correlated with the
Downtown Holiday Open House on
November 13. Chamber members and
board members alike stopped by to
check out the new office while enjoying
the downtown holiday festivities.
news flash
•The SRC would like
to thank esi.comm
for helping us
transition into our
new location at 128
N. New Madrid St.
in downtown
Sikeston. Esi.comm
is a premier
provider of business
communications
systems and
services. The SRC
staff and Board
sincerely appreciate
their expertise and
support during our
transistion to our
new location. We
couldn't have done it
without you! For
more information
on ESI products and
services, please call
471-7444 or visit
them online at:
www.esicomm.com
SIKESTON REGIONAL CHAMBER
•The Southeast MO
Food Bank announces
three new board
members. "All three
of our newest board
members embody the
spirit of community
and bring talent,
expertise, and engery
to the table. We are
very fortunate to have
them by our side as
we continue to
strengthen
communities in
Southeast Missouri",
Karen Green, CEO.
The new board
members are Gary
Elders, Eddie Craft,
and Dave Thomason.
For more information
about the Southeast
MO Food Bank, call
573-471-1818 or visit
www.semofoodbank.
org.
ESI.COMM
SEMO FOOD BANK
Has your business received an important achievement, made renovations, or hired new additions to your
team? If so, let us know so we can share the exciting news with other Chamber members. Submit your
news Flash items here.
•The SRC would like to
congratulate Morgan
Hough VanPool and
former SRC Assistant
Director, as she has
accepted a new
position within the
community at a loyal
Chamber member
business. Morgan
began her
employment with the
SRC in March of
2014. During her
tenure as Assistant
Director, Morgan was
responsible for most
of the outstanding
updates to our
materials and
correspondence. She
was instrumental in
the changes to our
banquet format and
presentation all while
serving in her
position with
enthusiasm and
dedication. We would
like to wish her well
and thank her for her
genuine commitment
to the betterment of
SRC and the
community as a
whole. Good Luck
Morgan, you will
definitely be missed!
SCISSORS AND SHOVELS
The Sikeston Regional Chamber is happy to help you make your ribbon cutting, grand opening, or ground
breaking a memorable and successful event. Contact the SRC for scheduling at: (573) 471-2498 or send us
an email to: [email protected].
Shoe Sensation
1305 South Main Street Sikeston
VISION SIKESTON
The Sikeston Regional Chamber is currently taking applications for the 2016 Vision Sikeston Program. The purpose of this
program is to educate, motivate, and better prepare both existing and up-and-coming leaders in the community. Vision Sikeston
introduces to class members various opporutunities, realities, and challenges in our community. Additionally, the program creates
a network of leaders devoted to understanding and improving the quality of life in our community. Those individuals who have a
genuine interest in leadership and desire to learn about area industry are encouraged to apply. Key areas of industry are covered
in 6 one-day sessons including: education, health care, agriculture, city govenrnment, and business/economic development.
Please visit our website for more information and to apply. The deadline for applications is January 4. **Please note there is
limited availablity, so submit your application today!
UPCOMING DECEMBER EVENTS
If you have an event you would like to promote, you may visit our website at www.sikeston.net, click “Member
Calendar Form” under the “Chamber tab” located on the right hand corner. Submit information about your event, and
we will review all requests before posting them to our website.
monday
Sikeston City Council Meeting
DECEMBER 7
thursday
DECEMBER 10
friday
DECEMBER 11
David Crader, Attorney and Old Security Title Co. Open House
Missouri Delta Medical Center Emergency Room Groundbreaking
Sikeston Depot Museum Historic Lantern Tour
Santa at the Bandstand 5-8 pm
Sikeston Downtown Holiday Open House
saturday
DECEMBER 12
sunday
DECEMBER 13
thursday
Sikeston Factory Outlet Stores Pictures and Sleigh Rides
w/Santa
Sikeston Depot Christmas Extravaganza
Sikeston Downtown Holiday Open House
Tanner Street Church of God KidVenture Christmas Program
Sikeston Depot Christmas Exravaganza
LaBonne Maison Networking Cookie Swap
DECEMBER 17
friday
DECEMBER 25
monday
Christmas Day! Chamber and City Offices Will Be Closed
Sonny's Solid Waste - No Trash Pickup
City Council Special Meeting
DECEMBER 28
*THE COMPOST SITE, LOCATED ON COMPRESS ROAD, WILL BE OPEN EXTENDED HOURS DECEMBER 1-31 AS
FOLLOWS: MONDAY, WEDNESDAY AND FRIDAY 8 A.M. UNTIL NOON AND 1-3 P.M.; TUESDAY AND THURSDAY FROM 1
A.M. UNTIL NOON AND 1-6 P.M.; AND SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5 AND 19 FROM 8 A.M. UNTIL NOON. THE COMPOST SITE
WILL BE CLOSED ON CHRISTMAS EVE AND CHRISTMAS DAY
CHRISTMAS NEEDS
As many in our community struggle to make ends meet for their families this holiday season, there are many
of our residents who are stepping up and pitching in to make a difference. Please see any of the following
individuals, businesses, and organizations for information about meeting the needs of our most deserving
residents.
To apply for assistance or if you know of a needy family, please contact the Scott County Children’s Services
Division at 472-5826 or in person 106 Arthur in Sikeston. You may also reach out to David McDermott with
the State of Missouri, Director of the SEMO Christmas Campaign, at 573-258-2028.
Scott County Public Administrator
Julia Crader Dolan was appointed as Scott County Public Administrator in June 2015. After practicing law
for nearly thirty two years, Dolan now serves as the court appointed guardian for many individuals with
disabilities. As part of her commitment to the needs of her Scott County clients with many different
diagnosises, the county administrator’s office is seeking donations to assist with Christmas gifts for these
residents. Any and all help is requested from Sikeston-Miner citizens to make this holiday season a joyous
one for all of our friends and neighbors. Isn’t it time to “light up a life?” For more information and questions
about this generous cause, please feel free to contact Adm. Dolan at her office number 573-545-3084. Any
monetary dontations should be made payable to Scott County Public Administrator-Christmas Fund. Thank
you in advance for your geneoristy!
Coats 4 Kids
Assisting local kids in need, Cash City will serve as a drop off location for donated coats, sized infant through
14-16. Coats 4 Kids is a local program to help keep local kids warm this winter. Wes Bye, Owner of Cash City,
said, “We are focusing on ‘local first.’ That means giving as much business to lcoal shops, resaurants,
merchants, etc… I want to do the same with our coat drive and our toy drive.” To drop off new or gently used
coats and make a positive impact to our local community, see Wes at 514 S. Main or give him a shout at 4710202.
SIKESTON REGIONAL CHAMBER 128 N. NEW MADRID SIKESTON, MO 63801