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February 2003 Newsletter

January Meeting Report

The First Annual Chamber Awards Banquet was held on January 21 at Cactus Jax with 88 attending.

President Margaret Taylor presided and expressed appreciation for the member's support over the past two years.

Melanie Farrish installed the officers and directors for the coming year with the charge "to join together for the improvement of our members & the good of the community" as written in the Chamber Mission Statement. Installed were Tony Martin, President, Margaret Taylor, Chairman of the Board, Wanda Albrecht, Secretary & Sandra Moss, Treasurer. Directors installed were Marty Martin, Joe Gemski, Carol Davenport, Dan Curren, Judi Allen, Nan Holt, Duane Powers, Shawn Bolden & Ethan Abruzzo.

Francis Wood, Author & WFLO Radio personality was the speaker for the evening.

The Community Pride Award was presented to Annie & Bob Bryant of the BB Railroad for the 1st Quarter of 2003.

Sandra Moss presented the first Volunteer of the Year Award to Wallace Shumaker. Wallace serves the community in the Dillwyn Fire Dept and the Buckingham Co Rescue Squad. He was nominated by Fire Chief, Shelton Foster, who made comments after the presentation of the award.

Chamber members enjoyed the first Silent Auction, by bidding on 32 items donated by generous Chamber members. Approximately $400 was raised through the auction.

Welcome New Members

The Woodchuck
Joe E Williams
Buckingham, Va
Joe & Joyce Willams joined the Chamber several months ago and we missed having them in the newsletter. Sorry!

Virginia's Heartland Partnership
Catherine Pack & Lee Cobb
Farmville, Va

WVHL Radio
Tony Ryan
Farmville, Va

Virginia Heartland Bluegrass Association
Tony Ryan
Farmville, Va

You're Invited! Get to know Healthcare at Southside Community Hospital!

Join the staff as they explain services provided by SCH & answer any questions you may have. Meet new friends, learn more about healthcare in your community & enjoy a free light continental breakfast. Tuesday, Feb 25th 8:30am Buckingham Arts Council RSVP 315-2445

President's Comments

It was nice seeing everyone at the first annual Chamber Awards Banquet. This was a new concept the Chamber took on this year. I appreciate all of the positive comments that have been passed on to the Board members. The Chamber looks forward to making this a tradition & expanding as time goes on.

I look forward to working with you this year. I feel 2003 will be a good year for the Chamber. If you have suggestions or would like to participate more this year, please call 983-2372.
Sincerely,
Tony Martin

Shop Buckingham Businesses First - Help Yourself & The Community

That's the theme of the Newcomer's Book! The Chamber has received positive comments on the latest edition! Thanks to Dan Curren for a job well done.

Chamber Board Meeting New Date & Time

March 3, 2003 5:00 PM
Heritage Hall
Directors Expected
Members Welcome

Membership Directory In The Mail !

Each of you should have received your 2003 issue. Please send the yellow page back in with your updated info when you renew.

A Valentine Special/Postponed until 2/22/03

An Evening of Bluegrass Music
Saturday, Feb 22th 7PM
Buckingham High School
Don't Miss It!

February Chamber Meeting

Tuesday, February 18 6:30 pm
Light supper furnished
Please RSVP by Monday, 17th, 5PM
983-2372

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