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Welcome New Chamber Members!
Obion County Fair Association
Sodexo
130 Boling University Center
Martin, TN 38237
731- 881-7994
Business Representative: anoushl@utm.edu
utm.sodexomyway.com
Lighthouse
510 S. First St.
Union City, TN 38261
731-885-9225
Business Representative: Wendy Ping
Treasures-Then & Now
214 First St.
Union City, TN 38261
Phone: 731-446-9523 or 731-446-4144
Business Representative: Fred Spaulding
Brundige & Moore Insurance
413 Perkins St.
Union City, TN 38261
731-884-3950
www.brundigemooreins.com
Business Representative: Joshua Moore
A Place Called Home
206 Reelfoot Ave.
Union City, TN 38261
Phone: 731- 393-0136
Business Representative: LeeAnne Lowrance
Local Representative: Rebecca Mueller
Journeys Unlimited
405 Perkins St.
Union City, TN 38261
Phone: 731-885-2270
Business Representative: Marilyn Ross
Clover Creek Ranch and Lodge
1532 Jackson Hill Rd.
Hornbeak, Tennessee 38232
Phone: 731-287-1272
Business Representative: Charles Agee
www.clovercreeklodge.com
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| Chamber Ambassador Member Spotlight
Ambassador Name: Amber Armour 
Company Name: Commercial Bank and Trust Company
Position: Teller
Work Phone: 731-884-4255
Email: aarmour@cbtcnet.com
Areas of Expertise: "I few areas of expertise I feel I have gained through the years are customer service skills, ability to work well under pressure, ability to work well with fellow employees, and problem solving."
Other Interest: Agriculture and the Outdoors
Why did you join the Chamber? "I joined the chamber to get more involved in my community. I feel anyone can sit back and make suggestions about what Obion County needs, but very few get out and do something about it. I also feel that Obion County needs young adults at the front lines fighting for a future, for progress, and ultimate success for this County."
Why do you serve as an Ambassador? "I serve as an Ambassador to better my community and to give my company a voice in the upcoming success of Obion County. I also feel that serving as an Ambassador is important in making life long contacts with other businesses so that we can make Obion County better together."
What is the Chamber's role in the business community? "I feel the Chamber's role in the business community is to be a common ground for everyone while helping not just the big businesses grow, but also making sure the little "man" is not pushed out of the way in the process. I feel the Chamber works hard to create a well-balanced community of businesses."
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| Chamber Board Member Spotlight
Board Member Name: Hadley Malone 
Company Name: Obion County Farm Bureau
Position: Manager
Work Phone: 731-885-9303
Email: hadley.malone@fbitn.com
Areas of Expertise: Auto Home Life Farm Commercial Insurance as well as Amenities
Other Interests: Hunting and spending time with my family
Why did you join the Chamber? "I think we should all support the Chamber and its activities. They are the only organization that promotes quality of life issues for our community both as individuals and as businesses. We all do better when our community is advancing and growing."
Why do you serve on the Board of Directors? "I enjoy staying involved and informed. I also know that if there is an issue of concern, the Chamber's voice carries much more weight that any one person can voice."
What is the Chamber's role in the business community? "I feel that the Chamber's role in the business community is to simply promote all aspects of living and locating in Obion County whether we are attracting individuals, businesses, or just improving the quality of life for the residents."
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Union City Electric System
Union City Electric System serves around 6500 customers in the city of Union City and the surrounding areas. We are proud of the fact that we, in many ways, are on the cutting edge of technology, which allows us to supply our customers with reasonably priced, reliable electric power.
Union City Electric now offers prepay to its residential customers. This allows our customers to make their electric utility payments at times better suited to their individual budget circumstances instead of being tied down to a certain date every month. We have an off-site kiosk located at the Little General on Reelfoot Ave or accept payments via Moneygram at Wal-Mart to allow us to better accommodate customers.
Union City Electric is in the process of changing out all lighting to LED fixtures. The new lights are more energy efficient and lower maintenance which helps keep the lights burning longer. We also are in the process of converting some of the residential areas across the city to underground. This helps reduce the outages caused from tree limbs, lightning strikes, and squirrels and also reduces costs on tree trimming.
We serve a mixture of customers from homes to large industrial plants. We strive to keep our rates low and our service high. Just let us know if we can be of service to you.
Union City Electric System 
312 N. Division St.
Union City, TN 38261
731-885-9212
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Abernathy's Celebrates 60 years!
Congratulations to Abernathy's for celebrating 60 years! We appreciate your service to Obion County and wish you many more years of success in the years to come! Thank you for your continued support of the Obion County Chamber of Commerce!
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Baptist Memorial Hospital-Union City offered its Crash Course Nurse Camp to Local Students
Baptist Memorial Hospital-Union City offered its Crash Course Nurse Camp to area high school students June 1-5 and July 6-10. Forty-four students participated.
Crash Course Nurse Camp is a summer day camp that exposes students to the healthcare industry, primarily nursing. According to Lori Brown, chief nursing officer at BMH-UC, "The goal of Crash Course Nurse Camp is to promote the nursing profession to young people so that they select appropriate high school course work and can begin setting goals for their future careers."
During Crash Course Nurse Camp, students learn about the educational requirements, skills, typical job duties and personal qualities of nurses. They participate in interactive, hands-on activities that highlight the skills, equipment, technology and resources used by nurses and other health professionals.
The application process includes a student application, short essay, counselor recommendation and teacher recommendation. Students in home school settings may submit letters of recommendation from community members. Students interested in completing an application should contact their guidance counselors or visit www.crashcoursecamp.com.
For more information, call Lori Brown, chief nursing officer for BMH-UC, at 884-8619 or visit www.crashcoursecamp.com.
Photo Caption: During Crash Course Nurse Camp at BMH-Union City, participants heard from Hospital Wing staff.
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 Shop Tax Free in Tennessee August 7th - 9th NASHVILLE -- The Department of Revenue reminds Tennesseans they can buy certain items without paying sales tax August 7th through August 9th. During these three days, Tennessee shoppers can save nearly 10 percent on clothing, school supplies and computers, as they prepare for the back-to-school season. "This holiday offers Tennesseans great savings on important back-to-school items, and I encourage everyone to take advantage of this opportunity," Gov. Bill Haslam said. By law, Tennessee's annual sales tax holiday is held every year, beginning at 12:01 a.m. on the first Friday in August and ending at 11:59 p.m. the following Sunday night. This year, the sales tax holiday begins Friday, August 7 at 12:01 a.m. and ends Sunday, August 9 at 11:59 p.m. During this weekend, consumers will not pay state or local sales tax on clothing, school and art supplies that cost $100 or less per item and computers that cost $1,500 or less. "We hope Tennessee shoppers will take advantage of the tax relief offered by this year's sales tax holiday," Revenue Commissioner Richard Roberts said. For more information about the sales tax holiday, please visit www.tntaxholiday.com. 
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Current Retail Shopping Habits
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Union City J'Cettes
PO Box 1415 ~ Union City, TN 38281
August 5, 2015
Dear Friends,
On September 19, 2015, the Union City J'Cettes will be hosting their annual Union City Super Hero 5K event.
The generous donations in the past has helped make our organization a great success. We hope you will be able to help support our efforts by making a donation, joining us for the fun that day, or both. The money raised at this event is used by the J'Cettes to support our community through charitable events including Chimes for Charity, Hometown Walk of Hope, March of Dimes, Boys and Girls Club, 4-H Club, Rotary Club Scholarship Program and numerous other worthy causes.
Sponsors will be recognized as followed:
Platinum Sponsor donation of $500 and more
Gold Sponsor donation of $250-$499
Silver Sponsor donation of $100-249
Bronze Sponsor all other donations
Please return your donation and/or application by Friday, August 21, 2015 to the following address:
Union City J'Cettes
PO Box 1415
Union City, TN 38281
When returning your contribution, please specify how you wish your name to appear on the signage.
This event is a major fundraiser for the J'Cettes and would not be possible without the outstanding support from sponsors like you. We truly appreciate your generosity and support.
Sincerely,
Emily Gallimore
Union City J'Cettes President 2015
(731) 571-0745
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Psst...It's about the Network
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Topic:
"Career Center Services"
Employer Services, job seeker workshops and job search avenues available within the Career Center
Presenter:
Ginger Powell and Lindsey Hegler
When:
August 18, 2015
8:00am-9:00am
Where:
Obion County Public Library
Sponsored By:
Dyersburg State Community College
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This month, Lane Last with the University of  Tennessee at Martin spoke with chamber members about how to choose a marketing designer and stressing that graphic designers can contribute to successful marketing for a number of reasons that come ou to ftheir experiences and personal dispositions. We appreciate Everett-Stewart Regional Airport for being our sponsor this month and for the Tennessee National Guard for donating a door prize! Be sure to join us next month! |
 TNAchieves Mentor Lindsay Frilling recently addressed a group of TN Promise students at Dyersburg State's Bridge Program. The Summer Bridge Program is a FREE three-week program designed to help incoming students start school on a more college-ready level, both academically and socially. Each day, students receive 1.5 hours of math instruction, 1.5 hours of reading/writing instruction, and a college success lunch and learn. At the end of the program, students will have a chance to test out of certain developmental courses at the community college they plan to attend. https://tnachieves.org/bridge-participant
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Why should YOU get involved in Manufacturing Day 2015?
MFG DAY addresses common misperceptions about manufacturing by giving manufacturers an opportunity to open their doors and show, in a coordinated effort, what manufacturing is - and what it isn't. By working together during and after MFG DAY, manufacturers will begin to address the skilled labor shortage they face, connect with future generations, take charge of the public image of manufacturing, and ensure the ongoing prosperity of the whole industry.
Supported by a group of industry sponsors and co-producers, MFG DAY is designed to amplify the voice of individual manufacturers and coordinate a collective chorus of manufacturers with common concerns and challenges. The rallying point for a growing mass movement, MFG DAY empowers manufacturers to come together to address their collective challenges so they can help their communities and future generations thrive. find out more at http://www.mfgday.com/.
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 Obion County Featured in Goodwill Impact 2014 Annual Report "With Goodwill I don't think the economic recovery would have been possible in the short amount of time it occurred," Frilling said. "Goodwill has been a major player in the entities that have come together to try to reduce the unemployment rate." Click here to read the full article. |
 The Workforce Board is pursuing Work Ready Community status for all 11 of the counties we serve, including Obion County. One of the goals is Employer Support. By completing the form, employers are simply stating they are in favor of the Work Ready Community initiative and see value in the NCRC assessment. In no way is an employer committing to do anything, buy anything, require the certification, or anything of that nature. The employer is stating support for the initiative. You can visit the website and see our progress at http://workreadycommunities.com/TN/13. |
Thank you for your continued support be renewing your Chamber membership!
A&J Salvage
Ad Pro Designs
Agri-Power, Inc.
Alexander Auctions & Real Estates Sales
Alexander Thompson Arnold
All Kraft Erectors
Allen Searcy Building Contractors
Allen's Wrecker Service
AmeriClear Rx
Ameriprise Financial
Applebees
ATMOS Energy
Baptist Memorial Hospital
BR Supply
Buddy's Wrecker Service
C B Sales
C.W. Sandersons
Cain's Pool Service
CareAll Home Care
Carey Counseling Center
City of Hornbeak
City of Kenton
City of Rives
City of South Fulton
Commercial Bank
Cornfest, Inc.
Danny Larcom Heating & Air
Darling Industries
Discovery Park of America
Doctor's Clinic
Dr. Franklin Clark, DDS, PC
Drs. Jordan and Bondurant
Dunn's Auto Body
Dyersburg State Community College
Edmaiston Mosley Funeral Home
Edward Jones
Everett-Stewart Regional Airport
Fast Pace Urgent Care
Federal Materials Concrete
Felecia Bella
First Choice Farm & Lawn
First Citizens National Bank
First State Bank
Five Seasons Men Shop
Forcum Lannom Contractors
Ford Construction
Fulton Decorating Center
Green Acres Mobile Homes
Greenfield Products
H & M ICE
H & R Block
Hanafee Bros., Sawmill Co.
Health Quest
Hilliard Lyons
Hospitality House
Inco Ag Irrigation
Integrity Oncology
JD Distributors
Jernigan Surgery Clinic
Job World
Johnson Heating & Air
Joyce Washington
Judy Barker, Attorney at Law
Junior Auxiliary of Obion County
Kenton Chevrolet
Kiwanis Club of Union City
Kizer Pharmacy
K-MAC Enterprises-Taco Bell
Lashlee-Rich, Inc.
Lowe's Home Improvements
Lowrance Sound Company
Magic Moments Weddings & Events
Magical Mink's Entertainment
Mathis Battery
McDonalds
McKinnis Lawn Service
Mobile Nation
MVP Brands
Northwest Tennessee Workforce Board
Obion County Public Library
O'Neals Country Store
Pathways
Pediatric Place
Pocket Shell Station
Poplar Meadows Country Club
Red River Waste Solutions
Republic Services
Revell Construction
Reynolds Brothers Oil Co.
Sassafraz
Security Finance
Servall Gutter
Shoe Shack
Sign Depot
Soleil Garden Center
Southern Concrete Products
Southside Manor Apartments
Sports Orthopedics & Spine
Star Physical Therapy
Steven J. Harpole D.D.S.
Sugar & Spice
Tencom Services
Tennessee Tractor
The Andersons
The Color Shop
The Etheridge House Assisted Living & The Arbors Memory Care
The Gallery
Thompson & McConnell PLLC
TLM Associates
Tony Maness, Attorney At Law
Touching Hearts at Home
Town & Country Dry Cleaners
Town of Obion
Town of Woodland Mills
Tyson
Union City Coca-Cola
Union City Daily Messenger
Union City Eye Care
Union City Parts
VF Outlet
Vowell & Sons
Wendy's
WENK/KF99
Wesner Electronics-RadioShack
West Kentucky Rural Telephone
West Tennessee Lifeline Blood Services
WeState Corrections
Whitby's Flower & Gift Shop
White & Associates
White Squirrel Winery
White-Ranson Funeral Home
Wise Staffing Services
Women's Clinic
World Finance Corporation
WPSD-TV
Wynridge Golf Club
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Attention Job Seekers and Employers!
 The Tennessee Career Center at Union City is offering Resume Writing work shops on Tuesday afternoons at 1 PM. Job seekers interested in attending a workshop will need to complete a resume' worksheet prior to attending a session. Space is limited, so registration is required. Register by calling 731-884-3868 between 8-4:30 Monday - Friday.
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2015 Tennessee Vacation Guides Now Available!
The Tennessee Tourism programs are evolving more and more as tourism continues to grow statewide. The over 3.8 million visitors to tnvacation.com with over 11 million page views is more robust than ever, offering banner advertising and featured content to showcase your story.
An exciting report from third-party research in the State of the American Traveler reports that travel expectations are high with 32% of Americans planning to increase leisure travel spending in the next 12 months. And, more exciting, 43.8% of American Leisure Travelers are using print publications in trip planning, with 13% (or almost 1 in 6) US Travelers reporting use of an Official Visitor Guide. (Research from Destination Analysts) These are all strong evidence that the official Tennessee Vacation Guide, backed by the $12 million marketing budget, is a great place to make your money go further and reach farther into the Tennessee Visitor market. For your own 2015 Tennessee Vacation Guide click here.
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2015-2016 Tennessee Municipal Guide Now Available!
Municipal Publishing, LLC is proud to present the 2015-16 Tennessee Municipal Guide. Please find your complimentary copy via the enclosed link ( 2015-2016 Tennessee Municipal Guide). Feel free to forward this link to any and all interested parties. You are also welcome to post this guide on your website and/or social media and share it with your community. |
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List Your Available Commercial Property With Us
Let us help you spread the word about your available commercial property by listing it at www.obioncounty.org. If you have commercial property you would like to list, please contact Lindsay Frilling, Economic Development Director.
lfrilling@obioncounty.org
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South Fulton Community Alerts
For community alerts in the South Fulton area...text "SOUTHFULTON" to 888777 and enter your zip code when directed. For more information visit www.nixle.com
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Interested in sponsoring Business Matters or Business After Hours?
Contact Lindsay Frilling at
731-885-0211 or lfrilling@obioncounty.org
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