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August Events
Event Postcards
Compliments of
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Officers
Chair of the Board
Patty Schumacher
Ken Schumacher Insurance
Chair- Elect
Vaughn Cornish
Schmidt, Cornish & Smith CPAs
Treasurer
Brad Constance
Stewart, Cook, Constance, Minton & Wight
Immediate Past Chair
Jim Denning
Discover VisionCenters
Division Chairs
Community Events
Donna Pittman
Curt's Famous Meats
Economic Development
Bill Esry
Blue Ridge Bank & Trust Co.
Governmental Affairs
Stan Shurmantine
IBS Secure Document Solutions
Membership
Doug Williams
Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC
Board of Directors
Dan Boyer
Galen Boyer Motors Inc.
Carolyn Caldwell
Centerpoint Medical Center of
Independence
Paul Davis
Community of Christ
Karen Downey
Downey Construction
Mark Hissong
ATK
Greg Hunsucker
V's Italiano Ristorante
John Kimak
Kimak Pest Management Inc.
Vernon Meckel
Independence Center
William "Bill" Moore
King Hershey PC
Joe Seabrooks
MCC-Blue River Campus
Rick Schultz
Winterstone Golf Club
Terri Steele
Evans and Steele Financial
Bob Wayman
Unilever
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Ambassador of the Month Mary House
Company:
Cruise Planners
Title: Owner
Email: mary@hav2cruise.com
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August Luncheon
Sponsored by:
Columbia College
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
Time: 12:00 pm
at Ophelia's Restaurant
201 N. Main Street
Cost is $23.00
Speaker:
Jackson County Executive
Mike Sanders
Topic:
Jackson County Government
and Commuter Rail
To Make Reservations,
please e-mail
Georgia Sanders
or call (816) 252-4745
by Friday, August 13, 2010
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 Santa-Cali-Gon!
Festival Dates and Times:
Sept. 2 - Carnival Only 6 p.m.
Sept. 3 - Noon - 11 p.m.
Sept. 4 - 10 a.m. - 11 p.m.
Sept. 5 - 10 a.m. - 11 p.m.
Sept. 6 - 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Become a SCG Pardner, click here.
See Terri Steel's interview with CNN Newsmakers....click here!
Check out the new SCG Commerical Online!
Main Stage Lineup:
Friday, Sept. 3
6 p.m.: Scott Ford
7 p.m.: Opening Ceremonies
7:30 p.m.: Seven Bridges Road (an Eagles tribute band)
9 p.m.: John Anderson
Saturday, Sept. 4
5:30 p.m.: Braden Gray
7:15 p.m.: Steel Magnolia
9 p.m.: Easton Corbin
Sunday, Sept. 5
5:30 p.m.: Outlaw Jim and the Whiskey Benders
7:15 p.m.: Michael Twitty (Michael's music will pay tribute to his father, the late successful country music singer-songwriter Conway Twitty.)
9 p.m.: Ash Bowers
Monday, Sept. 6
noon: Rustic Heart
1:15 p.m.: Six Degrees West
2:45 p.m.: LoCash Cowboys
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A WORD FROM OUR SPONSOR:
ABOUT BRYAN CAVE
Bryan Cave lawyers practice in client service groups which are either specific to an area of law or are directed towards industry groups. Members of these groups are drawn from various disciplines and offices located around the globe. Our computer and communication technology resources allow these lawyers to work together closely and without regard to geographic location.
Bryan Cave's practice is built on more than 135 years of solid performance and dedication to our many clients - a wide array of businesses, financial institutions, not-for-profit organizations, government entities and individual clients, including the City of Independence and the Independence School District.
In addition to our law offices in Atlanta, Charlotte, Chicago, Dallas, Hamburg, Hong Kong, Irvine, Jefferson City, Kansas City, London, Los Angeles, Milan, New York, Paris, Phoenix, San Francisco, Shanghai, Singapore, St. Louis and Washington, D.C., we have international trade offices in Bangkok, Beijing, Jakarta, Kuala Lumpur, Manila, Shanghai, Singapore and Tokyo. Bryan Cave can both efficiently and cost-effectively serve the needs of our clients locally, nationally and internationally.
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PULLEY TAX SERVICES
Pulley Tax Service is a family owned and operated business located in Independence. The company has been in business for over 25 years offering income tax and bookkeeping services year-round.
Rose Pulley started the business out of her home in 1983. She relocated the business on the Independence Square in 2002. Rose's daughter, Karen Pulley, a CPA, joined the firm in 2004 and took over ownership in 2006.
"We strive to provide professional, personalized service to our customers." Karen says. "We believe communication and education are key to providing exceptional service." All preparers at Pulley Tax Service continue their education throughout the year to stay abreast of the ever changing tax laws.
For more information on Pulley Tax Service visit www.pulleytaxserice.com or if you're on the square, stop on by 201 W. Lexington, Suite 302. |
YOUTH ENTREPRENEURS COMING TO INDEPENDENCE
Founded by the Charles G. Koch Charitable Foundation in 1991, Youth Entrepreneurs (YE) provides high school youth with business and entrepreneurial education and experiences that will help them prosper and become contributing members of society. Since then, YE has partnered with school districts in Kansas serving 10,000 students. Beginning in the 2010-2011 school year, YE will be offered in the Independence, Missouri school district. This expansion across state lines is a testament to the value of the YE program, as well as the desire of educators to provide the best possible curriculum to prepare students for success.
"This is an outstanding opportunity for YE to begin servings more of the Kansas City metropolitan area," said Kylie Stupka. "We knew this was going to be a year of growth and opportunities, and we're thrilled to have support for our program that we're able to reach students in Missouri."
The primary focus of YE is to reach at-risk youth. More than 65 percent of students in the Independence School District are economically disadvantaged, making the district a natural fit for the YE program. YE is in the process of securing funds to launch the program at William Chrisman, Truman and Van Horn High Schools in Independence.
"With YE, our students will now have access to the resources outside of the classroom and be given opportunities to participate in the types of projects that encourage economic thinking and education beyond high school," said Dr. Jim Hinson, superintendent for the Independence School District. "We are thrilled to be working so closely with the YE team to get this up and running for the fall."
Bringing YE to Independence will not only serve the students, but also the local businesses that now have the opportunity to volunteer with the program and provide valuable hands-on experiences. To learn more about how to get involved with the Independence expansion, or any other YE projects, contact Priscilla McInnes at priscilla@yeks.org or 913.745.8095 or visit www.yeks.org.
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INTERVIEW WITH JULIE VEST
James: Julie, when did you start Absolute Advertising Specialties?
Julie: As a home business, I started Absolute Advertising Specialties in 1994. I also joined the Chamber that same year.
James: What service do you offer?
Julie: Our motto is "We will absolutely put your company
logo anywhere you want." Our goal is to brand your company on any form of
promotional product.
James: What are some examples of products you have put
logos on?
Julie: We have put
logos on about anything including: jackets, shirts, mugs, aprons, tote-bags,
key rings, magnets and much more.
James: Any other unique services?
Julie: We also create political signs for elections, client
gift sets including baskets, executive gifts and holiday gifts.
James: Tell me about yourself.
Julie: I grew up in Independence and was excited to get
my business going in the community. I'm
married to David Vest, who is very supportive of my business. We have two children together, David Jr. and Alexandra.
James: Why did you
join the Chamber?
Julie: I joined the Chamber because I knew the networking
opportunities that would be open for my business. My current client list is primarily chamber
members. One of the best things about my
Chamber experience is the incredible people I've met. For me it's the best way to do business.
James: Any stories you'd like to share?
Julie: I'll tell you one about my dedication. I had a
client that I created some tradeshow material for and they needed it earlier
than when the UPS truck was delivering it. I actually flagged down the UPS truck, got the package and delivered it
to my client.
James: I would definitely say you're dedicated, how can members
reach you?
Julie: You can send me an email at absoluteads@sbcglobal.net or give
me a call at 816-739-2128.
For more information on Absolute Advertising Specialist
visit www.absoluteadspecialties.com
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TRUMAN TROLLEY KICKS OFF 13 WEEK RUN IN INDEPENDENCE
The "Truman Trolley", a partnership between the Independence Square, Harry S. Truman Library and Museum and Independence Tourism, began operation in Independence on Tuesday, July 6 and will run through October 2. There will be no service during the Santa Cali Gon Days Festival (September 3-6). Envisioned as a way to serve residents, tourists and those attending conventions in nearby Kansas City, two trolleys can be boarded Monday through Saturday at 10:00 a.m. at Union Station for a nonstop ride to Independence (with advance reservations to 816-512-5555). The trolley will make it possible for visitors to enjoy a convenient day trip to the one of a kind shops and restaurants on the Square as well as twelve of the city's highlight attractions without the need to rent a car, take a taxi or ride the Amtrak train. A nonstop return trip to Union Station will leave the Independence Square at 5:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday
In Independence, the trolley will run continuously from 10:30 to 5:30, Monday through Saturday beginning at Clinton's Soda Fountain, 100 W. Maple, (corner of Main and Maple) on the Square. All day tickets cost $ 1 for ages 6 and up for a full circuit. Riders may get on and off at various stops without paying an additional fare. No reservations are necessary for people boarding the trolley at any stop in Independence.
After leaving Clinton's, the trolley will stop at the following attractions in this order:
- National Frontier Trails Museum and Chicago and Alton 1879 Depot (both at 318 W. Pacific), as well as the Bingham-Waggoner Estate, (across the street at 313 W. Pacific).
- Mormon heritage sites at River and Walnut (Community of Christ Temple and Auditorium, and Mormon Visitors Center, Church of Christ Temple Lot )
- Truman sites (Truman Home at 219 N. Delaware and Harry S. Truman Library and Museum, 500 W. U. S. 24 Highway)
- Vaile Victorian Mansion, 1500 N. Liberty.
- Truman Home Ticket and Visitor Center, 223 N. Main (see an orientation film here and buy tickets for Truman Home Tour) and 1859 Jail and Marshal's Home, 217 N. Main. This is also the pick-up point for narrated tours with Pioneer Trails Adventures, a covered wagon ride.
Residents and tourists who ride the trolley will be able to listen to a narration by the driver about city highlights and watch tourism videos which feature a number of the sites and attractions along the route.
For more information, call the Truman Trolley information line at (816) 512-5555. For a complete list of all tourism attractions and summer events, go to www.visitindependence.com |
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LET'S GO FISHING
Please join us for an afternoon of food, fun, and fishing at the 1st annual Pat Barnhard Memorial children's fishing derby! We'll have hotdogs and all the sides for everyone, and a fishing derby for kids 12 and under. Bring your fishing gear, live bait provided. We suggest you bring along an umbrella and folding chairs. Here are the specifics:
Date: August 8th, 2010
Location: George Owens Park (Lake Shelter House)
Time: 1:00 to 5:00 pm
Lunch served: 1:00 to 2:00pm
Fishing derby: 2:00 to 3:30pm
Please RSVP to Dwight Barnhard at djbarnhard@sbcglobal.net
Hosted by the Pat Barnhard Memorial Scholarship committee.
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SPONSOR OUR YOUTH
Today's youth are faced with many personal challenges as they try
to discover the appropriate path for growth and maturity. The Youth
L.E.A.D. Independence program offers each student a unique approach to
developing new skills and a better understanding and appreciation for the
community and the City of Independence. L.E.A.D. stands for Leadership,
Education, Action and Development. In March the 2010 Youth L.E.A.D.
Independence class graduated. These high school juniors are a
representative of students who have demonstrated leadership in their schools
and/or community activities.
The Youth L.E.A.D. program consists of 30 students from five area
high schools. It is financed by sponsors with a nominal participation fee
paid by the students of $35. Program Sponsorship cost is $300 (covers 2
students). Sponsors receive the following benefits:
name recognition on the
Reception and Graduation Programs (120 in attendance) invitation to attend the
2010 - 2011 class Reception and Graduation name recognition as a
sponsor of the program in two (2) issues of the Chamber News name recognition as a
sponsor on the Chamber's web site
The Youth
L.E.A.D. Independence program could not exist without the financial support of
businesses and Chamber members like you.
If you are interested in
sponsoring two students for the 2011 Youth L.E.A.D. class please fill out the
sponsor response card below and return it with the $300 sponsorship fee by
August 1. If you have any questions about the program please contact
Teresa Freeland at tfreeland@independencechamber.org or call (816)
252-4745.
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