December Updates

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December 27, 2022

Call for Ambassador Group Members!

Now is the time to make a New Year's resolution to do more networking, and the Chamber's Ambassador Groups is a perfect way to meet more people while gaining exposure for your business. Ambassadors meet for lunch every month, attend Ribbon Cuttings and Chamber events, and represent the Chamber in the community.

We have revamped the program for 2023, and we would love to have you consider joining the group for an exciting year!

CLICK HERE to Become an Ambassador or Learn More!

Special Election, State Representative District 7

Early voting has begun and will continue through Friday, December 30^th. You can vote early in the election office on the third floor of the Fannin County Courthouse from 9-5 on weekdays. Election day is Tuesday, January 3^rd, 2023, and all precincts will be open for voting.

Candidates who have qualified are:

Johnny Chastain, Justin Heitman, Brian Pritchard, Sheree Ralston, Richie Stone

ETC will be re-airing the Candidate Forum on the following days and times on ETC TV3 or 403 HD

Tuesday December 27th: 12:30PM
Wednesday December 28th: 6:00 PM
Thursday December 29th: 6:00 PM
Friday December 30th: 5:30 PM
Saturday December 31st: 5:00 PM & 6:30 PM (encore)

Sunday January 1st: 6:00 PM & 7:30 PM (encore)
Monday January 2nd: 6:00 PM & 9:00 PM
Tuesday January 3rd: 9:30 AM

The Banquet is on Wait List

If you would like your name placed on the wait list, please email or call Kim Foster at KimFoster@BlueRidgeMountains.com or (706) 632-5680.

2023 Cooperative Marketing Grants

The Fannin County Chamber of Commerce and CVB, the designated destination marketing organization for the City of Blue Ridge and Fannin County, announces the availability of 2023 funds for the purpose of supporting tourism marketing projects that provide economic benefits to Fannin County and attract out-of-area visitors. The full application can be found here. The deadline for applications is January 31st, 2023. If you have a question, reach out to Christie Gribble at president@blueridgemountains.com.

News & Updates for our Tourism Partners

November was another busy month, loved seeing all the visitors in our downtowns, shopping, eating in our restaurants and especially enjoying all of the great events.

Our new downtown location is doing great, we were excited to host Santa for his breaks during Light Up Blue Ridge and visit with all of the kids that came in. We are open daily from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., we have restrooms including a handicap / family restroom that includes a baby changing station, free WiFi, places to sit and lots of great information. Be sure to keep us stocked with your rack cards.

Download Our App, it is a great way for you and your staff to keep updated with events so you can pass on the information to your customers. You can also visit our website to view events. Here are the Holiday & Seasonal events we have on the calendar right now, we would love to add more.

We are getting calls and emails about where families can see Santa, if your business is hosting Santa Clause this month, please let us know and we will be sure to spread the word. If you are having any other Christmas and/or New Years activities please send the information to; jodemull@blueridgemountains.com or tammystafford@blueridgemountains.com