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January 12, 2018
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IN THE NEWS INTHENEWS
 
Annual Chamber Banquet
Thursday, January 25
 
 
Call (740) 947-7715 
to RSVP

PIKE CHAMBER ACCEPTING
Photos for the Annual Banquet Video

Showcase your Business!   Send in your company's business photos for the Annual Chamber Video.  Please submit all photos in "jpg" format.  
Email to: 
  [email protected]  
by January 12, 2018

NEW BUSINESS in WAVERLY
8-Bit Buddy
Videogames & Collectibles


Ohio Secretary of State Jon Husted Announced 
January 2018 as  You're Hired  for Ohio Business Profile
 





CYBERSECURITY WEBINAR
Ohio Auditor's Office creates free,  on-demand training for public officials and the public

More than ever, cyberthieves are targeting Ohio's local governments, tax dollars and individuals with great sophistication. Ohio Auditor of State Dave Yost wants to help local governments and Ohioans fortify themselves against digital threats and fend off cyber attacks by offering a free webinar.

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MEDICARE PRESCRIPTION DRUG PLAN DISCOUNT
Are You Eligible?

Do you know if you are eligible for the Medicare Prescription Drug Plan Discount? 
There are many individuals in our district who are unaware they are eligible to receive this wonderful assistance.  A simple phone call to our Agency can help determine whether you meet the eligibility requirements. The Area Agency on Aging District 7 (AAA7) is able to provide this service through the Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Act (MIPPA) grant from the Ohio Department of Aging.  This project provides outreach to and enrollment assistance for individuals who may be eligible for the Low-Income Subsidy ("Extra Help") and/or Medicare Savings Program, as well as other Medicare premium assistance programs.

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NEW YEAR
New Small Business Resolutions & Resources

With the New Year's holiday, many people are thinking about resolutions and what they want to accomplish in the next year and the U.S. Small Business Administration is here to help them with their small business goals. Whether your New Year's resolution is to start a new business, evaluate your current practices, or do a financial health checkup, the SBA Columbus District can be your partner for success.

Make your New Year small business resolutions a success and check out the SBA Columbus District events for January.

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FREE TAX PREPARATION
 
Upcoming Events Upcoming
American Red Cross  presents
DANCING WITH OUR STARS
ON BROADWAY
Saturday, March 24, 2018
S ports - Health - Well Being
 
Sports
 
Chillicothe Paints Announce 2018 Schedule
2018 Schedule & Season Tickets Available Now!

The schedule for the 26th season of Chillicothe Paints baseball, presented by Adena Health System, begins with road game on May 30. After an off day, the Paints welcome the Kokomo Jackrabbits to VA Memorial Stadium at 7:05 p.m. Friday, June 1 for Opening Night 2018. The Chillicothe Gazette presents a Fireworks Extravaganza sponsored by 94 Country.

"The Paints are looking forward to a fantastic 26th season and competing for a second PL Championship! If you or your business would like to become a marketing partner with the Paints, please call us," said Managing Partner Brian Wickline. "More than 300 games and over 230,000 fans walk through our gates each year at VA Memorial Stadium."


PROACTIVE IMMEDIATE CARE CLINIC
Offering Everyday Low Prices

LOOKING FOR HELPING HANDS
Feeding the Community
Accepting Donations at the YMCA

Hope for the Hungry
Key Cards Available NOW


HELP FEED THE HUNGRY

Can you volunteer a minimum of three hours a month at the Pike County Outreach Council food pantry?

The Outreach Council is looking for dedicated people to do intake or distribute food at the pantry located at 107 W. Second St. in downtown Waverly. The pantry is open Monday -Friday 9-3; Thursday evening 6-8; and Saturday 10-1. Call Autumn at 740-941-4348 if you can assist in this important ministry.

We operate the only food pantry in Pike County. Households may come to the pantry every 7 days. We offer a variety of food for Pike Countians at our choice pantry. We need you to either greet the customers and do the intake paperwork or assist our customers as they choose products from 15 or more categories.

We provided 308,259 meals in 2016.

WE NEED YOUR HELP!

Help us provide food for seniors who are surviving on Social Security and very little food stamps.
Help us feed your disabled friends and neighbors.
Help us feed families with young children and hungry teenagers.

Call Autumn today! 740-941-4348

AMERICAN RED CROSS 
is in Search of Heroes
Volunteer TODAY

AMERICAN RED CROSS OFFERS 
FREE  Smoke Alarm Installation
 
H&R BLOCK
Offering Fellow Chamber Members a Special Discount

Expires April 10, 2018

EXCITING THINGS ARE  HAPPENING
at the Pike County Dog Pound in 2017!

Because of your support last year, Pike Pet Pals (PPP) was able to.......

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YMCA
Kroger - Amazon
Community Rewards Programs


FY18 IMAGE GRANT PROGRAM
Currently Accepting Applications
Application Deadline - April 1, 2018

The IMAGE program funded through the State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) is designed to increase exports and create jobs. STEP is funded through the Small Business Administration's (SBA) Office of International Trade, which provides guidance on the IMAGE grant that offers financial assistance for small businesses to promote their products and services in international markets. The grant will provide a 50 percent reimbursement up to $12,500 per fiscal year for qualifying activities.

ABANDONED GAS STATION CLEANUP
Grant Applications Now Open
Application Deadline - April 30, 2018

The Cleanup and Remediation track of the Abandoned Gas Station Cleanup Grant Program is now accepting applications. Now grants will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis until funds are exhausted. Funding totaling $4 million per fiscal year will be available for these grants. Applicants must have a minimum score of 50 points to be eligible for funding consideration.
 
Applications for State Fiscal Year (SFY) 2018 will be accepted until April 30, 2018 . Applications received after this date may be funded in SFY 2019.

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