Chamber 101
Membership Drive
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In 2021, we launched our Chamber 101 Membership Drive. Our intern from Longwood, Annika Tobe, has largely run this project with great success. Thus far, we have gained 31 new Members and more are joining every week! If you know a business that would be a good fit for the Chamber, send them to us.
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As you may know, we have been promoting an itinerary through our tourism website called the 5 & Dime, which is a road trip encompassing Hopewell and Prince George along Routes 5 and 10. We received another grant from Virginia Tourism Corporation to help turn this itinerary into a proper Virginia Trail like the Salty Southern or Crooked Road. We are partnering with Charles City County, James City County, and Surry County to build this trail and attract visitors to all the great outdoor spaces, historic sites, restaurants, and arts and culture venues along Routes 5 & 10. Over the next few months, we will be collaborating with stakeholders and partners to brand and market the 5 & Dime. We are very excited about this project and look forward to sharing more soon! |
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Building Bridges with Books: Choose October's Book |
For our 4th Quarter meeting of Building Bridges with Books, it's peoples' choice. We've got 6 books to choose from, so let us know what you want to read. Our October meeting is scheduled for the 13th virtually.
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Which Book Should We Read?
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An Economist Walks Into a Brothel
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Hopewell Bluegrass Jamboree |
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The Hopewell Bluegrass Jamboree continues at Saucy's BBQ on Saturday, August 21st at 4PM with County Seat Band. Bring a chair and an instrument and stick around after the show for the Bluegrass Jam! We've got t-shirts to buy, y'all! |
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Looking for something to do this weekend? Hit the button and check out all the live music, great food, and outdoor adventure HPG has to offer! |
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Help the James House win a $25,000 grant from State Farm |
State Farm Agent, Ben Bruce helped the team at James House apply for a grant from State Farm. Of the 2,000 entries, they made it to the top 200 and are now in voting contest for one of 40 grants of $25,000 from State Farm Neighborhood Assist.
We need your help in spreading the word. Online voting is from tomorrow 8/18 – 8/27. They have a 1 in 5 shot at getting a grant so they need all the vote help we can get.
Please share as you can and thank you for your support! Thanks to Anna Kroyer and Ben Bruce for contributing!
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More thoughts on Richmond Coliseum as Amphitheater |
Former Hopewell City Attorney and Sans Anderson Real Estate Attorney, Stefan Calos, has written another excellent opinion piece for Richmond Bizsense on the future of the Richmond Coliseum.
"My point remains that such a space could include part of the existing structure. The concrete amphitheater resulting from simply leaving the lower level of seating would hold several thousand spectators.
It could be used for all kinds of outdoor gatherings, including graduation ceremonies, concerts, and other live performances. Basketball could still be part of the equation, with room for more than one court to be used by area youth for pick-up games. An outdoor rink — with real or synthetic ice — could pay active homage to the Coliseum’s rich hockey and skating history."
Thanks, Stefan!
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Tri-Cities Best of the Best 2021 |
In lieu of the Progress Index not doing a Tri-Cities Best of the Best this year, LNN Petersburg has stepped in to fill that void. Now is your chance to nominate businesses and organizations in Hopewell and Prince George deserving of the honor. A lot of our Members have already been nominated, so do your part! Thanks to Craig Richards at LNN for putting this together!
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BSV Financial Literacy Education |
You've got questions. They've got answers. Our friends at Bank of Southside Virginia have developed a financial literacy program on their website with all manner of tips and training videos free to the public. They can even come teach a class to your group. Hit the button below to see the videos or submit a class request. Thanks to Brody Rotzoll for sending this in! |
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Mitchell Wiggins is Hiring |
Find your next accounting job with Mitchell Wiggins CPAs!
Several positions open for Staff Accountant, Tax Supervisor, Tax Senior and Internships (Richmond & Petersburg, VA office locations).
Join the MWCPA Team! Apply Below!
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Welcoming paddlers of all levels in kayaks, canoes & SUPs to your choice of a 10-Mile Race, 10-Mile Leisure Paddle, or 2-Mile Shorty. Registration includes shuttle, morning snacks, lunch, t-shirt, and NEW handcrafted awards! Event proceeds support Friends of the Lower Appomattox River (FOLAR) conservation and stewardship programs.
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Boathouse City Point
Open for Lunch
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The Boathouse at City Point is now open for lunch again, Monday - Saturday at 11AM. Also serving brunch on Sunday starting at 10AM. Let's eat, y'all! |
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Congratulations, Prince George County: Dixie Softball World Series 2021 |
Hosting the Dixie Softball World Series 2021 right here in Prince George County was no small feat. Prince George County put a lot of time, effort, and money into making the tournament a great success. From freshly paved parking lots and renovated fields to public WIFI and livestreams of the games, the whole affair went off without a hitch. Attending families, Dixie Softball officials, and JockJive Sports (livestream/play by play) all raved about the work PG put in and the hospitality on display. Hopefully, Dixie Softball will return and other sports tournaments will choose Prince George to host in the future. Way to go, guys! |
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- A new shoe retailer coming to Downtown Hopewell.
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- Old Dominion LINE-X is the area's premier coatings and custom shop since 1997. From auto to industrial/commercial to residential, we coat it. Servicing the Chesterfield and Tri Cities we carry brands such as Truck Gear by LINE-X, WeatherTech, B&W trailer hitches, WeatherGuard, N-Fab, Truxedo, Bushwacker, Go Rhino, AMP Research and many more.
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- A strong brand consists of choices made with great care, attention to detail, and clear visual communication. Bryce Hipps Creative helps businesses and organizations advertise their message through various forms of media with personality.
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- Professional Health Services sets out to empower our students to better their lives and to contribute positively to the facilities and communities in which they work and live. We accomplish this by providing approved curriculum that is student centered.
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- Hidden Roots is an organization that strives to take the time to appreciate and understand the journey no matter where you are right now in your life or in your business. It is our philosophy that everyone has a testimony that is specific to their life’s purpose. Though we never know what our end result will be, when we come to a place in which we can appreciate the trial and tribulations only then will we understand the roots that were created from the seeds planted.
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804.541.2461 (M: 804.536.3025)
4100 Oaklawn Blvd
Hopewell, VA 23860
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Let's Get Social (from a distance) |
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