New Members
A warm Chamber Welcome to our New Members! June 2010 Law Office of
Corrine A. Railey 407 College Street Clinton, NC (910) 592-4121 corinnerailey@gmail.comProvides legal assistance in the area of domestic law only, including divorce, separation, child custody and support, spousal support, property distribution, adoption and termination of parental rights.
Woodmen of the World - Spivey's Corner Lodge 1034
175 Punky Lane
Godwin, NC (919) 820-0318 " Woodmen of the World exists to benefit their members through every stage of life. Their goal is to be the most trusted financial services provider with valued member benefits and programs." www.woodmen.org
Terry Spell Mechanical Services, Inc.
416 South Gray Street
Autryville, NC (910) 525-4030 Electrical contractor specializing in traffic signal construction and maintenance. |
Upcoming Events
City of Clinton's 4th of July Celebration at Royal Lane Park Sunday, July 4th
1:00 PM until 7:00 PM - Royal Lane Pool will be open; 3:00 PM - Horseshoe Tournament begins at Picnic Area #1; DJ Joey Warren will start spinning tunes; 5:00 PM -Woodmen of the World will have a flag presentation; Veteran Recognition Ceremony and placing of the wreath at the Wall of Honor & Remembrance
6:00 PM - Hip Pocket Band plays; 9 or 9:30 PM - Fireworks begin
Vendors will be on the grounds for purchasing items.
There will be no Business After Hours in July.
Chamber Service Project/Coat Collection for Needy: November collection month, more details to follow.
Mark your calendar for our Business Expo coming March 2011!
Please visit the Chamber Web Site under Calendar of Events for upcoming events.
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Volunteers Needed
The Sampson County History Museum, Inc. is in great need of volunteers. If you would be willing to donate your time, please contact David or Jeannie King at 910-590-0007 or schm@intrstar.net
The Guardian Ad Litem Program of NC is a volunteer organization that represents abused and neglected children in court. Volunteers are court appointed child advocates from all cultural, educational, and professional backgrounds. They also are in great need of volunteers. If you feel you could help children, please contact Patrick Giddeons at
Clinton Sampson Chamber
is working to establish a list of volunteers to contact whenever volunteers are needed for mail-outs, office help, etc. If you are interested or know of anyone that is retired that would be interested please contact the Chamber office by email or phone.
Your help would be greatly appreciated. |
Business After Hours
If your business would like to host Business After Hours (third Thursday of each month) contact Lauren at the Chamber office to schedule. |
Chamber Chat
Lauren Balkcum &
Pat Dixon  |
Tune in every Friday/Saturday at 9:00 a.m. for Chamber Chat on WCLN 1170AM for the latest happenings in Sampson County. |
June Members of the Week
June 7 Sandpiper Seafood & Oasis Oyster Bar Clinton, NC June 14 First United Methodist Church Clinton, NC June 21 The Center for Health + Wellness Clinton, NC June 26 Group Benefit and Commercial Services Clinton, NC |
| Phone: (910) 592-6177
Fax: (910) 592-5770 |
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42nd Annual National Hollerin' Contest
42nd Annual National Hollerin' Contest Judges |
Pictured are the judges for this year's contest, Kim Pope, Greg Jackson, Chamber Executive Director Lauren Balkcum, Board Member Clark Wooten and Chamber Member Sheriff Jimmy Thornton. Tony Peacock is this year's winner of the National Hollerin' Contest. |
Melinda Holland, Frank Bradshaw and Pam High
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Rotarians Honored
Clinton-Sampson Rotary President Frank Bradshaw poses with 2009-10 recipients of the club's highest honors, awarded to them Thursday night, June 24th during the group's end-of-year banquet. Winners were Melinda Holland, left, who was given the Service Above Self award for her positive attitude and willingness to help others, and Pam High, Rotarian of the Year, for her constant and dedicated service to Rotary and the community. Provided by The Sampson Independent Photo by Rotarian Jason Walters
Melinda Holland is a Chamber Ambassador and Clinton-Sampson Rotary Chamber member. |
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Ribbon Cutting & Open House: Tim's Gift, Inc.
Cameron, Becky & Clint Spell in center of photo
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Tim's Gift - The Love Ministry had a great turn out for their Ribbon Cutting and Open House Tuesday, June 29. Becky Spell and her sons were gracious hosts and very passionate about their ministry. The vision of Tim's Gift is to improve the quality of life and meet the more obscure financial, emotional, and spiritual needs of hospice patients, cancer patients, and their families. Their mission is to provide teams and care that will bring comfort to the hospice patient. Tim's Gift will provide the financial means to obtain medical and non medical items, not covered by insurance or Medicare, that bring physical and emotional comfort to the patient and family. Tim's Gift also provides ministry teams to meet spiritual needs of the patient and family through the Love Ministry. The are located at 108 Northeast Boulevard, Clinton. You may contact them at 910-592-1126 or visit their web site at www.timsgift.com. |
Ribbon Cutting & Open House: Patriot State Bank
Patriot State Bank Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting |
Patriot State Bank had a wonderful turn out Thursday, July 1, for their Ribbon Cutting and Open House at their new state of the art facilities located at 1008 Sunset Avenue in Clinton. Mike Carter, Vice President-City Executive and Sherri Smith, Assistant Vice President were on hand for the ceremony and to welcome all who came to tour their new building. You may contact Patriot State Bank at 910-299-9030 or visit their web site at www.patriotstatebank.com. |
| Leadership Clinton-Sampson 2010
Applications Now Accepted
2008 Clinton-Sampson Leadership Graduates |
Leadership Clinton-Sampson is a leadership development program organized by the Clinton Sampson Chamber of Commerce. The eight-month program is designed to provide leaders broad exposure to issues and opportunities facing Sampson County, as well as meet our need for the active involvement of diverse, informed & responsible community leaders.
Leadership Clinton-Sampson will seek representation from all sectors of the community including business, education, the arts, religion, government & non-profit organizations. Up to fifteen participants will be selected through an application process, which is conducted by the program's selection committee.
The application deadline is Friday, August 17, 2010. If you are interested in participating in Leadership Clinton-Sampson, please request your application as soon as possible or you may go to our web site www.clintonsampsonchamber.org and print an application to turn in to the Chamber office. You may also request an application by emailing or calling the Chamber office info@clintonsampsonchamber.org or 910-592-6177. |
Lauren J. Balkcum, Executive Director
& Paula M. Peters, Administrative Assistant  | Chamber Staff
Dear Chamber Member, we are here to serve you. Please contact us if you need assistance with a special event, ribbon cutting, or information about your membership. We appreciate your business. |
Sampson County Afghan | Sampson County Afghans
Remember we have beautiful afghans for sale in the Chamber office for $40 each. They make great gifts. Contact the Chamber to purchase one or more. |
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