CDC Members and Friends,


Welcome to our Weekly Events and Information Update! We are excited to share the many exciting things happening with our organization, the Chamber & Development Council of Crawford County (CDC), along with our members and communities.



Click the button below to see the Calendar of Events for fun upcoming activities as well as events where you can network and grow your business. You can also view CDC Member Promotions and the CDC Member Jobs Board.

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CANCELLED: Business After 5

April 30th

Due to the forecast of severe storms this afternoon, today's Business After 5 networking event has been cancelled. We want to ensure that everyone stays safe during potentially hazardous weather conditions.



Thank you for understanding. Stay safe, and we look forward to seeing you at our future events.


Is your business or organization interested in hosting a Coffee Connections or Business After 5 networking event? All CDC Members can host one of these events. Reach out to Mariah at 712-263-5621 or mnutt@cdcia.org to discuss further details.

Manilla Madness

May 4th

Join us for the 2024 Manilla Madness Bike Ride on Saturday, May 4th. A ride that promises Thrills, Chills and Hills and a great practice run for the upcoming RAGBRAI in July! Register today then join us on the day of the ride at the Denison Hy-Vee Parking Lot, 1426 Broadway.



- Check-in/Register @ 11am

- Ride Starts @ 12pm


NEW THIS YEAR:

Later start time! (12pm instead of 9am). Sleep in a little bit or get a warm-up ride in before the Madness begins!

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After the ride, let loose and enjoy a complimentary drink at HOT SUMMER NIGHTS in Uptown Denison starting at 6pm! Free Live Bands, Family Fun & Refreshing Beverages!


Register Online Today:

https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/te8jfxz

Reminder: WIBIO Meeting Thursday

May 2nd at the McHenry House



WIBIO'S May Meeting will be held at the McHenry House in Denison on Thursday, May 2nd at 5 PM. WIBIO's mission is to unite as women and take pride in the place where we live, work, and play by doing service projects to enhance our community. WIBIO is free to all women and all women are invited to attend.


Learn More About WIBIO


Ribbon Cutting

May 6th @ 5:30 PM

Join us for a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at The Cottage at their NEW LOCATION at 1401 Broadway #4 in Denison! The Ribbon Cutting will take place on Monday, May 6th at 5:30 PM. Everyone is invited to attend!

CDC Golf Tournament Sponsorship

Apr 18

CDC Golf Tournament Sponsorships

Become a sponsor for the CDC's Industry and Business Golf Tournament, set for June 4th, 2024, and propel your brand to new heights!

Sponsorships range from $200 to $500 and we supply the game and prizes for you!

Hole-in-One Contests Prizes:
- TourEdge Golf Clubs
- YETI Cooler
- 7 Night Resort Getaway for up to 6
- $10,000

Longest Drive & Closest to the Pin Prizes:
- 2 Pairs of VIP Tickets to any sporting or other event

Side Games:
50/50 Raffle
Magic Ball Putting Challenge
Chipping Challenge

Sign up to sponsor!

$200.00 - $500.00

Recap of Women in Business Luncheon: Leading with Purpose

Pictured: Lauren Schwade, Senator Joni Ernst, Angie Miller, Mayor Pam Soseman

We want to thank everyone who joined us for our Women in Business Luncheon last week. It was truly an inspiring and empowering event, and we're grateful for your presence and participation.


First and foremost, we would like to express our sincere appreciation to our sponsors whose generous support made this event possible. A special thank you to Black Hills Energy, Cobalt Credit Union, Crawford County Memorial Hospital, Monogram Foods, and Vision Care Clinic. Your commitment to empowering women in business is invaluable, and we are incredibly grateful for your continued support.


Congratulations to all the award winners! Your dedication, leadership, and contributions to our community are truly commendable. We are thrilled to honor and celebrate your achievements:

  • Businesswoman of the Year: Angie Miller, General Manager of Professional Computer Systems
  • Emerging Women in Business: Lauren Schwade, Manager of The Bake Shop


We also want to extend our thanks to our guest speaker, the City of Denison's Mayor, Pam Soseman, for sharing their insights, experiences, and inspiring words with us. Another big thank you to Senator Joni Ernst for attending the event to recognize The Cottage as her Smal Business of the Week.


To all our attendees, thank you for joining us and making the Women in Business Luncheon a memorable and impactful gathering.


We look forward to continuing to support and empower women in business.


Immigrant Heritage Festival Sponsorships Needed

LULAC will be hosting its 3rd annual Immigrant Heritage Festival on Saturday, June 29, 2024, at Washington Park in Denison. This festival is a fundraiser for LULAC's scholarship program. To make this event possible and to raise money for their scholarships, they need help from sponsors! Sponsorships range from $500 to $3,000. In kind sponsorships are also accepted. Sponsorships are due by April 30th. Click the links below for more details.


Find Sponsor details & forms HERE 

Read the full article HERE

Find more info about the Immigrant Heritage Festival HERE

The Cottage has a new location!


Check out their new location at 1401 Broadway!


Read the full article

Family Crisis Centers

Polaris Raffle Sponsorship Opportunities

Find the sponsorship form HERE

Learn more about FCC HERE

CDC Members,


Do you want your news and promotions featured in our newsletter? Log onto your members members-only login portal at cdcia.org to submit your exciting initiatives! For assistance, reach out to Mariah at mnutt@cdcia.org or 712-263-5621.

Hot Summer Nights #1

The first Hot Summer Nights of the six part series will be Saturday, May 4th from 6 PM-12 PM in Uptown Denison. Mark your calendars for food, live music, a beer garden, and family fun entertainment!

712 Film Festival

Free Will Donation

Wellness Center Fundraiser Chicken Dinner

Tickets available at the CDC Office!

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