"Wow, we can do that?" That is a statement that we hear many times from Members. It usually comes after we, as Chamber Staff, help them solve a problem they are having in their business, by offering them a solution through one of our Member Advantages. That is why a Chamber of Commerce exists, to help Members solve problems. We do that through a whole list of Member Advantages or some people call them Member Benefits. These are tools, programs, resources and strategies that are designed to help give a business a competitive advantage or just make life easier. And they are exclusively available to Chamber Members. That is why businesses pay dues to be a Member of the Chamber of Commerce. That annual dues payment gives them access to all those Advantages. But it is a pretty big list and different parts of it can be forgotten. To help members keep these advantages fresh in their mind we are once again holding a "Make the Most of Your Membership" session a couple times during the year.

Our next session will be on Wednesday May 23 at 8:00am and Noon.  Please register by calling 231-627-7183 or by e-mail info@cheboygan.com. 

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There is no denying that the delivery of health care has changed in Cheboygan.  In 2012, McLaren Health Care and McLaren Northern Michigan reestablished health care in our community with the purchase of Cheboygan Memorial Hospital, now known as McLaren Northern Michigan Cheboygan Campus.  Our challenge was establishing a care delivery model that would meet the critical health care needs of the community while maintaining high quality and financial viability.  To achieve this, the hospital was redesigned as an outpatient care facility.  Little did we know this new care delivery model would become a growing trend across the country.  Health care reform, changes in technology and evidence based care is causing decline in the need for inpatient services while outpatient services are trending upwards. 

Cheboygan hockey players Evan Jewell and Tyler Kiper presented Cynthia Biggings, McLaren Home Care & Hospice Community Nurse Liaison with a $336.20 check for the Cheboygan Hospice House. Tyler lost his grandmother to cancer last year and dedicated a game to those who have been affected by cancer. The money raised was donated to the McLaren Northern Michigan Foundation to help community members who may need financial assistance to stay at the Cheboygan Hospice House. Thank you to Tyler, his teammates, and his classmates for their generosity.

North Central Michigan College announces summer hours for the business and administrative offices, library, fitness center, gym and book store, starting Monday, May 7.  North Central administrative and business offices, including student services and Learning Support Services, are open Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. until 5 p.m., Friday, 8:30 a.m. until noon. These hours are in effect until Monday, August 20 when regular business hours resume. Tutoring is available over the summer per student request at LSS, and via the Net Tutor link in Brightspace.  The Library at North Central Michigan College in Petoskey will close on May 7 until June 3, reopening on June 4.  Hours for June 4 - July 27 are Monday - Thursday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Friday 8:30 a.m. - noon.  Please note that the Library is closed on July 4.  On July 30, the Library will be closed through August 26, open August 27-31 for shortened hours and closed September 1-3. Regular hours resume September 4. Please visit the Library website ( www.ncmich.edu ) for a complete schedule.  Summer hours for the fitness center and gym in the Student and Community Resource Center are Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. - 7 p.m., Saturday from 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.  The gym will be closed on Sundays starting May 6 through September 3. Regular hours resume September 4.

NCMC enrollment is open now  click here to view the Cheboygan Summer 2018 Class Schedule

David A. Woods has joined Citizens National Bank (CNB) as the senior loan officer and senior vice president. President and CEO Matthew Keene said "Dave is well-known and respected in the banking industry and community, having held similar positions in Petoskey. His thirty years of banking experience will enhance CNB's lending and senior management teams."

 

 

Immediate openings for a Marine Technician and Boat Yard Staff person.  Vocational or technical training preferred but will provide professional training on all equipment.  Mercury Certification also available for Marine Techs.  We are looking for motivated people to join our team in a friendly, fast-paced environment on the water. We provide competitive wages, a SIMPLE retirement plan with an employer match, a flexible 7 day schedule, and excellent customer service.  Apply online, fax 231-627-3677 or stop in and fill out an application.  Click here to download the flyer with more information. 

When approaching retirement, health care planning becomes a higher priority. It can also become a common area of confusion. McLaren Northern Michigan Foundation, in partnership with Encore Financial Group, is sponsoring a free informational seminar that will cover the basics of Medicare. Topics include:

-  How Medicare enrollment periods work

-  How to avoid costly mistakes that lead to higher premiums

-          How to plan for higher health care costs in retirement - including the possibility of needing long-term care.   This free event will be offered from 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. on Tuesday, May 29 at the McLaren Northern Michigan Cheboygan Campus third floor conference room, located at 740 S. Main Street in Cheboygan. Speakers will include Daryl Hesselink and Linda Moline with Encore Financial Group.

 

The Straits Area Community Foundation (SACF) is accepting grant applications for the 2018 Straits Area Health Care Grant. The deadline to apply is June 1, 2018.

These grants are for projects and programs providing general health care services and activities for residents of Cheboygan County and/or Mackinaw City. Any non-profit medical facility or other nonprofit organization providing general health care services for the residents of Cheboygan County and Mackinaw City are eligible to apply for up to $2,000 in funding. (No grants are made to individuals.) Grant applications are available on the Community Foundation's website at www.sacf.net .  Those with questions regarding eligibility or who need assistance in completing the application should contact Kara Bauer LeMonds at the Community Foundation office at kbauerlemonds@cfnem.org or 877-354-6881.

A special luncheon was held on Wednesday, April 25 for the volunteers who provide care and support to the colleagues, patients, and visitors at McLaren Northern Michigan. Thank you to Independence Village of Petoskey for hosting this lovely event to celebrate the dedication of the McLaren Northern Michigan volunteers.  McLaren Northern Michigan, a subsidiary of McLaren Health Care, is a 202-bed, regional referral center located in Petoskey, serving residents in 22 counties across northern lower Michigan and the eastern part of the Upper Peninsula. Over 230 physicians represent nearly all medical and surgical specialties, enabling full-service care with an emphasis on heart, cancer, orthopedics, and neurosciences services. For additional information, visit mclaren.org/northern.  

For 8 years, McLaren Northern Michigan nurses and colleagues have celebrated National Hospital Week and National Nurses' Week by raising money for higher education scholarships with a special raffle. Open to the public, the Annual Colleague Scholarship Basket Raffle offers a variety of themed baskets that will be raffled off on Friday, May 11.  This year's themed baskets include Oh the Places You'll Go, Up North Camping Adventure, Game Night, Pamper Yourself, and I Saw the Signs. A total of 31 baskets will be on display in the McLaren Northern Michigan Administration Building (half-circle drive across from Johan's). The public is encouraged to visit, view the baskets, and purchase a chance to win. Raffle tickets can be purchased Monday - Thursday, May 7 - 10 from 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. and Friday from 7 a.m. - 1 p.m. Tickets are $1 each.  The 2018 fundraising goal is $20,000. Proceeds from the Basket Raffle will support colleague scholarships through the McLaren Northern Michigan Foundation, ranging from $500 - $1,000 each. Since the Basket Raffle began in 2011, nearly $100,000 has been raised to support scholarships which are awarded to health care professionals throughout McLaren Northern Michigan to further their education.  The drawing for winners will take place on Friday, May 11 at 1:30 p.m. in the McLaren Northern Michigan cafeteria. Winners do not have to be present to win.

The Cheboygan Economic Development Group is a private sector organization of Cheboygan County business people, community leaders, and volunteers who care deeply about helping create economic growth and educational opportunities for our citizens in this unique and wonderful corner of northern Michigan.

Helping to build sustainable economic growth is our mission. A future of good paying jobs for residents of all ages is our passion.   Click here to visit their web site.

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