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VOTE TODAY - April 5th - 1/2 Cent McClain County Sales Tax 8 yr. Extension
Great information provided by the Newcastle Pacer,
click here to review and be an educated voter.
Blanchard and Newcastle hold 42% of the registered voters in McClain County as well as 44% of the population. |
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PLANNING AHEAD!
Click here for the NEW 2011 Investment/Sponsorship Guide.
We are offering 3 new options which will cover most of the events/projects for the year. Take advantage of this opportunity and please call should you have any questions. |
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The Newcastle Street Department will be closing the north Country Club bridge between north west 16TH and north west 24TH for repairs. It will be closed at 9:00 am. Tuesday April 5TH and work is scheduled to be completed in two weeks. If you have any questions call City Hall at 387-4427 thank you. |
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Business Exchange Luncheon -
April 26, 2011
 Sweet Scholar Auction
Bring your checkbook for a worthwhile cause. This auction is utilized at the main funding source for the annual award of the Mona Brite Scholarship. We will be auctioning off items donated by area businesses and community leaders.
Online auction for the items will begin on April 18th and run until April 25th. All items are subject to availabililty. Please note that winning bid at end of business on April 25th will be first bid posted at the auction. This does not guarantee that you will win the item. Best way to secure an item is to also attend the auction on April 26th.
New and exciting feature will be the "FORK". For an extra $10, you can purchase an option to sample the auction items.
Newcastle Multi Purpose Ctr.
705 NW 10th Street
11:45 Lunch Served, 12:00 Meeting
$5 per person |
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April 2011
April 4
County Commissioners Mtg.
County Counrthouse/9am
April 5 County Wide Elections
April 7 Women's Network Mtg. Chamber Office/12pm
April 11 City Council Mtg. Multi Purpose Ctr./6pm
April 15 Deadline to submit for Sweet Scholar Auction April 18-25 Online Sweet Scholar Auction April 18 TAXES DUE April 20 Parks & Recreation Mtg. Multi Purpose Ctr./12pm April 22-23 City Wide Garage Sales A Fair in the Park Craft Expo Leesa Cornett Park
April 25
County Commissioners Mtg.
County Counrthouse/9am
Planning & Zoning Mtg.
Multi Purpose Ctr./6pm
April 26 Business Exchange Luncheon Sweet Scholar Auction Multi Purpose Ctr./12pm April 27 Administrative Professionals Day April 30 Tri City Cruisers Car Show
Old Wal Mart |
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Community Map
We still have space available on the upcoming production of the Community Map. Panels are sold out but business card sizes are still available. You have the option to increase the size should room allow.
The last production of our city map was in 2077 of 5,000 copies which lasted 3 years. This production is for 10,000 copies. THAT IS A HUGE RETURN on your investment
Are your church or restaurant? We have a special sections dedicated to you!
In the restaurant guide, each listing will be by category and will include name, address, phone and hours of operation. We will also include breakfast, lunch or dinner, whatever is applicable.
All this for a cost of $150.00. That breaks down to a minimal of 3 years worth of promotion for $50 per year for one upfront investment.
In the church directory, each lilsting will be category and will include name, address, phone and Sunday and Wednesday services.
All this for a cost of $100.00. That breaks down to a minimal of 3 years worth of promotion for $34 per year for one upfront investment.
Of course, you do have the additional option of purchasing a larger space.
Hurry now, you must act to be listed! |
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WINNERS OF THE 2010 AWARDS It is always difficult to present an award considering that there are so many worthy candidates. Please note that we will acccept nominations from the entire membership and community, however Business awards nominations are only open to Chamber members. Start looking NOW for the award nominations for 2011. We will start taking nominations in January of 2012.
Business Man of the Year - Daniel Remington, Quality Buildings and Remington Custom Homes
Business Woman of the Year - Dr. Patti Maness, Maness Veterinary Services
New Business of the Year - Contemporary Family Dentistry
Small Business of the Year - Kwik Lock Storage
Large Business of the Year - Oklahoma Electric Cooperative
Volunteer of the Year - Kristy Stevens, Rausch Coleman Homes
Citizen of the Year - Gaye Lynn Wallace, First National Bank
Heritage Awards - Darlene Rosebrook and Janice "Sam" Gilliam
Click here to see previous years winners! |
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Annual Golf Scramble
The Annual Newcastle Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament will be held at Purcell Golf Club on June 28th. The day promises a good time for all with tee time at 9:00 a.m. Play will follow a best ball scramble format, so golfers of all abilities can be accommodated.
The $80 golfer registration fee includes a cart, green fees, continental breakfast and an awards luncheon. Prizes for closest to the hole and longest drive will be awarded.
Stay tuned as more information becomes available!!!
Email us if you are interested in sponsoring the event or participating. |
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Farmers Market
Bring home the makings for a fresh, Oklahoma grown meal or pamper yourself with Oklahoma made products, straight from the farm to the table. This new agriculturally-focused market will include everything from fresh produce, flowers to homemade crafts.
The market is hosted by the Newcastle Chamber of Commerce. We will be coordinating exhibits, entertainment, contests and more for the true experience, visit the community calender for up to date information. .
Make Tuesdays and Saturdays a habit at the Newcastle Downtown Farmers Market!
For more information or interest in being a vendor, volunteer, demonstrator or musician please email us. |
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Women's Network
Now is a great time to become a part of the Newcastle Chamber's Women's Network. Newcastle and the surrounding areas is seeing a larger number of women owned businesses. These women are knowledgable, exciting and have much to share. Become a part of the Women's Network, help mold young women entering the workforce (Senior Tea), help each other grow and create relationships with other business women.
If interested in joing the group or want more information, email us. |
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Unemployment Numbers
State unemployment rate improves to 6.5 percent in February (was 6.6% in January). The county and metro unemployment information will be available Wednesday, April 6th. |
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REID REPORT
RIED is a group of business people who care about Oklahoma's future.
REID is a non-profit organization that evaluates the extent to which individual Oklahoma legislators act to advance business interests through their legislative work.
2010 REID Report |
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NHS Senior Tea
The Newcastle Chamber's Women's Network will be hosting the 2nd Annual NHS Senior Tea on May 16th. All graduating senior girls are given the opportunity to come to thier first official business luncheon as young women entering the business world by either attending college or trade schools, military or the workforce.
It is a great opportunity young and old to come together and network.
For more information, email us. |
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Business Workshops
New this year, the Chamber will be working to bring additional value added information to you. Workshops will be once a quarter begining in May.
May - Social Media and how it can work for you!
August - What you need to know about Human Resources.
November - Generations in the Workforce
Depending on the popularity the months may change. Markyour calendars to look for date and time for the upcoming May workshop.
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Sincerely,
Kim Brown
President
Newcastle Chamber of Commerce & Economic Development
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