CHAMBER NEWS

State of the City Luncheon

The Governmental Affairs committee hosted a very successful State of the City luncheon on July 19. More than fifty people attended the event to hear Mayor Oscar N. Harris report on the City's current situation. May Harris stated that despite the economy and losing one third of their funding from the state, the Dunn City budget balanced and the city is financially strong. He mentioned the commercial improvements to Dunn such as Dr. Alan By4rd moving to the old Advanced Auto building and Perry Brother's moving into their new building on Powell Ave and selling their old property to Walgreens. Mayor Harris also gave high praises to Dunn PAL for the wonderful work they are doing with high risk children. Mayor Harris also reported on the road work in downtown Dunn which started in May and will hopefully be finished the end of October. He reported on a forthcoming grant and loan being considered for Downtown revitalization. The City is also pushing NC DOT for improvements of the intersections of Ashe and Powell Avenue and Tilghman and Erwin Rd. They are also working on getting proper signage in Dunn which will direct people to specific locations in Dunn. Mayor Harris said the city will continue working with the Chamber and the Tourism Authority to market Dunn.

Family Medical Supply Business Fest

Dunn's 19th Annual Business Expo Business Fest is set for Tuesday, September 28 from 11:00 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. The show will be held at the Dunn Community Building and Dr. PK Vyas Recreation Center in Dunn. We are expecting the best show yet! This year, the afternoon seminars will return and there will be added fun for the little ones in an effort to attract young families. We have more than 70 booths spaces available! Sign up early so you do not miss this great opportunity! Business Fest is a great time for Networking and Showing off your services and/or products. At Business Fest, you can: Make business contacts that can lead to sales; Expand your customer base; and gain great exposure at a very affordable price. Cost to exhibit is only $175 for DACC members and $275 for non-chamber members for an 8' x 10' booth. This expo is brought to you each year by DACC, CCCC Small Business Assistance Center and the Triangle South Enterprise Center. Those Businesses who have already reserved their space: Betsy Johnson Regional Hospital; Carolina Therapy Services; Cellular Warehouse; CenturyLink; Dunn Rehabilitation & Nursing Center; Family Medical Supply; First Federal Bank; Four Oaks Bank; Golden Years Nursing Home; Jernigan's Nursery & Trading Post; Magnolia Living Center; Sherry's Bakery; South River EMC; The Glass Guru; Zaxby's; Snapdragons; First Citizens Bank; First Choice Community Health Centers; Barrington House; WCKB Radio.

State of the City Luncheon Coming Soon

The Governmental Affairs Committee of the Dunn Area Chamber of Commerce presents the State of the City Luncheon on Monday, July 19 at 12:00 noon at De'Borah's Restaurant. Lunch is $10.00 per person. A presentation will be made by Oscar Harris on the State of Dunn. Everyone is Invited - Please RSVP at 910-892-4113 or at tammy@dunnchamber.com

Shop Local First Campaign Started

Did you know that for every $100 spent locally, 70% of that stays in the local economy? The Business Promotions Committee has been working hard to figure out ways to keep our citizens shopping locally. Together, They came up with the 'Shop Local' campaign complete with promotional materials. Businesses received a card size poster and an 8.5 x 11 poster in their Operation Thank You bags. If you would like additional posters, please contact Brittany at 892-4113. Visit www.facebook.com/shoplocaldunn and become a fan of our new Shop Local Dunn Facebook page. Feel free to post your business news, specials, open houses or anything else that you would want advertised for your business on this page.

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