Tuesday, November 6, 2012
J.R. Whitfield intends to pursue a new business venture, and the Chamber will begin a search for his successor immediately, according to a news release.
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Tuesday, November 6, 2012
After serving three and a half years as president of the Oconee County Chamber of Commerce, J.R. Whitfield has tendered his resignation, effective Nov. 16, the Chamber announced in a news release Tuesday. Whitfield plans to pursue a new business venture. Chamber Chairman Mack Guest said he is disappointed to see Whitfield go, but certainly understands the allure of a great opportunity. “I speak for the executive board, full board and all of the Oconee Chamber members when I say that we wish J.R. all the best,” Guest said in a released statement. Chamber membership more than doubled to 450 members under Whitfield's leadership, and the Chamber’s three main annual events-- the Fall Festival, Business Expo, and Golf Tournament --have grown…
Tuesday, October 23, 2012
Georgia Secretary of State Brian Kemp pays a visit to Oconee County. See what else there is to know.
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Tuesday, October 23, 2012
Weather: Another pleasant autumn day is ahead. The Weather Channel predicts mainly sunny skies with high temperatures in the upper 70s. A low of 53 is predicted for overnight. Top things to know: Be sure to check the Oconee Patch event calendar for more events. Have an event you would like added to the calendar? Click here to post it.
Monday, October 15, 2012
The new business is located in the Langford Business Park.
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Monday, October 15, 2012
After spending much of his career working in an east Athens State Farm office, Dana Kerr says he's excited to be offering insurance products to a new market in Oconee County. Kerr and his team sell auto, home, life, and health insurance and can assist with banking needs. "We offer, what I believe, are the best policies you can buy, the best service from myself and my team -- supported by the company in an outstanding way -- and then obviously we try to offer at a competitive price," Kerr said. "I think we're really good at really bringing the three of those things together." On Oct. 9, a ribbon cutting was held to celebrate the office's opening and membership with the Oconee County Chamber of Commerce. The office is located at 1220 …
Monday, September 24, 2012
The Oconee County Chamber of Commerce celebrated the dealership's new ownership with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Sept. 18, 2012.
Ambassadors with the Oconee County Chamber of Commerce recently toured Athens Ford dealership on Atlanta Highway while attending a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate its new ownership. Jade Valdes, who handles public relations, explained that Artwork from ATHICA is currently on display inside. In an effort to seek out new ways to support the arts as well as athletics, Valdes said Athens Ford has launched a scholarship contest through its Facebook page that will award three art students. Winners will be announced on Dec. 1, 2012. See the attached video for more details. Learn more about Athens Ford by visiting the website www.athensford.com/index.htm or check it out on Facebook. Don’t miss any Oconee news. Subscribe to Oconee Patch’s …
Thursday, September 6, 2012
The United Way Kick-off event for Oconee County takes place during the Oconee County Chamber of Commerce After Hours. See what else there is to know.
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Thursday, September 6, 2012
Weather: We'll see a 30 percent chance of isolated thunderstorms, most likely in the afternoon. The Weather Channel predicts high temperatures will climb into the mid to upper 80s. Top things to know:
Wednesday, September 5, 2012
An AM Exchange, Anime Club and Trivia night are a few of the things to know about in and around Oconee today.
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Wednesday, September 5, 2012
Weather: High temperatures will settle in the mid 80s today, according to the Weather Channel. There's a 30 percent chance of isolated thunderstorms, mainly in the afternoon. Top things to know:
Saturday, August 18, 2012
A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held at the chiropractic office in the Windridge Professional Park on Mars Hill Road on Aug. 14, 2012.
The Oconee County Chamber of Chamber of Commerce on Aug. 14 held a ribbon-cutting for HealthSource of Oconee Chiropractic and Progressive Rehab, located at 1592 Mars Hill Road Suite B in Watkinsville, Ga. Dr. Jeanette Osgoodby started the business as a part-time practice in 2002. It was housed at two other locations before moving into its current office about a year ago. Two years ago, she married Dr. Glenn Osgoodby, who had practiced for 20 years in New Jersey and also worked in Cumming, Ga. The couple now practice full time in Oconee County, offering "complete chiropractic care including treatment for back pain, neck pain, lower back pain, and headaches," according to the HealthSource of Oconee Facebook page. Dr. Glenn Osgoodby said …
Tuesday, August 7, 2012
Ellis Pain Center also donated $1,000 to each elementary school in Oconee County.
Over the past two weeks, more than 500 school supplies were collected during a drive organized by the Ellis Pain Center in coordination with the Oconee Enterprise and the Oconee County Chamber of Commerce. The three businesses served as drop-off locations during the drive, which began on July 20 and wrapped up on Monday. Paper, pens, pencils, rulers, crayons, glue and even backpacks were among the donations. "We just wanted to give back to the schools," said Ashley Roten of Ellis Pain Center. "We know that some families unfortunately cannot afford to get school supplies, so we wanted to help out as best as we can." Roten said Ellis Pain Center hopes to turn the school supply drive into an annual service project. Ellis Pain Center also …
Tuesday, July 24, 2012
Dunkin' Donuts/ Baskin Robbins on Hog Mountain Road on Tuesday celebrated its membership with the Oconee County Chamber of Commerce.
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Tuesday, July 17, 2012
Rotary Club, a ribbon cutting, duplicate bridge and Oconee Wee-Read are a few of the things to know about as you start your day.
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Tuesday, July 17, 2012
Weather: We'll see highs reach into the mid 90s once again and a 30 percent chance of scattered thunderstorms, according to the Weather Channel. Overnight lows will dip into the low 70s. Top things to know:
Benny Nixon
8:44 am on Thursday, November 8, 2012
J.R., thanks for all of your hard work and tireless dedication to the Chamber. You've done a great job! I wish you the best in your new endeavors. Benny Nixon Branch Contractors, Inc. more ›