Chamber/Tourism News - Fulton County Chamber of Commerce

The Fulton County Chamber of Commerce/Tourism
2011 CHAMBER OF
COMMERCE & TOURISM
OFFICERS
PRESIDENT
Chamber/Tourism News
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Dwight Washabaugh
VICE - PRESIDENT
2011 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Jason Ritchey
The Fulton County Chamber of Commerce & Tourism (FCCC&T) is pleased to announce the
2011 Chamber Board of Directors. The Chamber elects new leadership each December, with
the term year running annually from January 1st to December 31. The Fulton County
Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Board is made up of selected members of the
community, who volunteer their time and resources to support and promote our local
county. The board of directors, executive committee and community liaisons attend
monthly meetings, provide direction for Chamber staff, volunteers, coordinate community
activities, implement policies and procedures and manage the finances of the Chamber. The
FCCC&T also works to promote the interests of over 120 member businesses and individuals
by helping them connect with prospective customers, promote products and services,
succeed in business through increasing sales, saving money, and becoming leaders in the
Fulton County community.
SECRETARY/
TREASURER
Brenda Gordon
ADMINISTRATIVE
ASSISTANT
Sharon Hoopengardner
BOARD MEMBERS
Clyde Bookheimer
Connie Burgan
Mike Crampton
Lisa Daniels
Loy Garber
Joyce Lynch
Deb Mellott
Bonnie Mellott-Keefer
Judy Neil
Donna Shasserre
Mary Wright
GREASE, STEAM &
RUST LIAISON
Paul Schmidt
Pictured left to right Dwight Washabaugh, Clyde Bookheimer, Connie Burgan, Judy Neil,
Mike Crampton, Brenda Gordon, Lisa Daniels, Bonnie Mellott-Keefer (Not Pictured Jason
Ritchey, Loy Garber, Joyce Lynch, Deb Mellott, Donna Shasserre, and Mary Wright)
We are very pleased to have such an accomplished group of individuals, in such a
diverse group of industries, representing the Fulton County business community. We
are enthusiastic about the contributions they will make to the future direction of the
Chamber, and their willingness to lead in the promotion and growth of business in
Fulton County.
Each board member serves a three-year term. If any position is vacated during the term
of service the seated board members are charged with appointing a member to fill that
position. A Director so elected to fill a vacancy shall serve for the unexpired term of his
or her predecessor in office or for the newly created term. Board meetings are currently
held the second Tuesday of every month.
MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT
As we step into this new decade together may we be
strong. Faced with a world of uncertainty and many challenges
we continue to move forward.
This year Fulton County Chamber of Commerce & Tourism
celebrates 60 years of service to our beloved Fulton County.
Grateful are we for all who have helped pave the way. Equally
grateful are we for those who are and will help shape the
way. May the challenges that lay ahead open many windows and
doors of opportunity.
As we move forward together throughout each day may we be
reminded of our most important asset. That asset being the
combined strength of each of us who make up over 600
businesses operating in Fulton County.
As we advance forward we focus upon membership growth and
greater serving the needs of all our members and businesses.
Please join together with us as we seek innovative ways of
stimulating the Fulton County economy. Ideas and suggestions
for moving our county forward are greatly encouraged and
welcomed.
Thank you for being an important voice in our County and
may we truly work together in making Fulton County an even
greater place to live and work.
Appreciatively
Dwight Washabaugh
WANTED
Old Cell phones and Used
Printer Cartridges
Please consider donating your old cell
phone or used printer cartridge to WIN
(Women In Need). WIN receives money
by sending phones and cartridges to
Florida. This money helps provide
services to victims of Domestic Abuse and
Sexual Assault. You can contact WIN at
717-485-5840 or drop off your phones &
cartridges at the Fulton County Chamber
of Commerce & Tourism office located at
201
Lincoln Way West, Suite 101,
McConnellsburg, PA 17233
BUYING IN FULTON COUNTY
BUY LOCAL – buy products and services locally. Spending money out of
the county supports growth of other areas and benefits other
communities. For our communities to prosper, we must support one
another. If you need help locating a business or service, contact the
Fulton County Chamber of Commerce & Tourism office @ 717-485-4064
and we will help you FIND WHAT YOU NEED IN FULTON COUNTY!
2011 CALENDAR OF EVENTS
DATE
EVENT
LOCATION
March 20, 2011
Basket Bingo
McConnellsburg Fire Hall
April 9, 2011
Awards Banquet
McConnellsburg Fire Hall
April 29, 2011
Spring Golf Tournament
Great Cove Golf & Recreation Club
June 10-11, 2011
Strawberry Festival
McConnellsburg Alumni & Friends Bldg
August 19, 2011
Summer Golf Tournament
Great Cove Golf & Recreation Club
October 14-16, 2011
Fulton Fall Folk Festival
McConnellsburg Alumni & Friends Bldg
December/TBA
Christmas in McConnellsburg
Fulton Theatre
In addition to the above activities, FCCC&T is celebrating our 60th year of
service to Fulton County in 2011. Plans are under way to have a
celebration gathering later this year, with the public invited. As those
plans are finalized we will make them available in publications and on our
website www.fultoncountypa.com.
For more information contact Sharon Hoopengardner, Administrative
Assistant, at 717-485-4064 or via email info@fultoncountypa.com.
Spring is in the air & it’s time to start planning- your Alleghenies’ getaway that is! The Alleghenies’ Tourism Council
recently launched the new Google map feature available on The Alleghenies.com to enhance the outdoor
recreation user experience this summer. This feature allows users to share comments and images on specific trails
and experiences in the region.
The Google Maps feature provides users with a regional map of The Alleghenies that can be overlaid with their
favorite activities (by color-coded markers) including hiking, on- and off- road cycling, rails and trails, ATV/dirtbiking,
motor touring, water activities, birding and winter activities. By rolling over a color-coded marker, users can view
comments and images posted by other enthusiasts. Users can also post their own thoughts, experiences and
recommendations including scenic overlooks, wildlife spotted, great fishing holes, epic single-track, favorite trails…
the possibilities are endless. Links are provided to allow users to share information through their social media
networks.
The Google map feature will put the ease in finding your way to The Alleghenies for all of your outdoor recreation
passions!
For more information or to check out the new feature, visit www.thealleghenies.com!
We encourage you to
support these members.
For a complete list of all
members visit our website.
The Fulton County Chamber of
Commerce/Tourism is located at
201 Lincoln Way West Suite 101,
McConnellsburg, PA 17233
You can visit us on the web at
www.fultoncountypa.com
We are also now on Facebook.
Become our friend on Facebook
and allow us to use social
networking to help promote your
business.
New / Renewing Members
Renewing Members
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All Things Automotive
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American Legion Auxiliary
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Bard’s Auto Sales
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DALJACON LLC
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Dana Signs/Shearer Screen Printing
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Senator John H. Eichelberger
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Grease, Steam & Rust Association
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Mercersburg Journal
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PCI Insurance
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Phantom Fireworks
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Shelly & Witter
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Southern Alleghenies Planning & Development Commission
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St. Francis University SBDC
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The Barn Storage
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Town Hill Auto Sales & Service
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Women In Need
New Members
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Home Nursing Agency
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Pennsylvania Highlands Community College
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Wrenched & Ready Performance & Auto Repair
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Mercersburg Veterinary Clinic Inc.
The Mercersburg Veterinary Clinic, Inc. was established in 1983 by Dr.’s David A. Burrows
and Roger A. Horst as Burrows and Horst Veterinary Services on Oakwood Drive, Mercersburg,
PA. The practice was mainly a bovine practice specializing in Dairy Production Medicine. The
practice operated out of Dr. Burrows’ home for 14 years before moving to 218 North Main Street
in October of 1997. Because of this move, the practice began offering more services for
companion animals. This resulted in a period of rapid growth and increase in support staff. It
was at this time that the practice changed its name to the Mercersburg Veterinary Clinic. On
December 31, 1999, Dr. Burrows retired from practice. Dr. Horst took over the practice and
operated as a sole practitioner for 2 years. In January 1, 2002, the practice became an
S-corporation hence the current name Mercersburg Veterinary Clinic, Inc.
Become a member or renew your expired membership now.
NEWS FROM THE OFFICE
We are very happy to have Brooke Sheeder interning with us through the end of April.
Brooke is a student of Allegany College of Maryland, and will be graduating this May with an
Associates Degree in Business Management. Brooke is married to Danny Sheeder and they
live in McConnellsburg. Please join us in welcoming Brooke when you see her.
The Fulton County Chamber of Commerce & Tourism is now on Facebook. We have
been using this social site to promote our Basket Bingo, Awards Banquet, Golf Tournament
and our Member’s events. We invite you to also get your business on Facebook so we can
work together to promote Fulton County.
Happy Spring,
Sharon Hoopengardner
Administrative Assistant
Did You Know?
A few facts about The Alleghenies

Over 50 million pretzels are made daily at Benzel’s Pretzels in Altoona.
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The Juniata River is known as the best trout fishing stream in Pennsylvania.
 The Lower Trail runs from Williamsburg to Water Street and is the only Pennsylvania Rails-to-Trails, now a
16.5 mile recreational trail, where you can travel the progress from Indian path from canal channel to railroad
corridor.
 Each year, after finishing years of studying, tests & nightlife at Penn State, hundreds of seniors hike Mount
Nittany as their final task as a Nittany Lion.
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The Berkey Creamery, at Penn State University Park, is the largest university-run creamery in the country.
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In the early days, The Alleghenies were labeled "Allegheny” by the French & “Allegany” by the English.
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The Juniata River Valley is made up of two counties, Juniata & Mifflin.
 Raystown Dam is operated by the United States Army Corps of Engineers as a flood control dam
protecting populated areas from flooding from Huntingdon, Pennsylvania to the mouth of the Susquehanna River
as it flows into the Chesapeake Bay.
Warfordsburg Senior Center
The Warfordsburg Senior Center is located off 522 North at 209 Long Hollow Road and is
open Monday – Friday from 8:00 am – 2:30 pm. Phone and fax # 717-294-6020
Noon meals are offered Monday thru Friday and the suggested donation is $2.00. You
need to sign up at least one day in advance by 1:30 pm.
The purpose of the Warfordsburg Senior Center is to involve the senior citizens of
Warfordsburg and the surrounding areas, and to assist in the development of recreational,
education, transportation and counseling programs for adults age 60 and older, enabling
them and encouraging them to revive old hobbies and learn new skills; continue to develop
new friendships and be encouraged in every way possible to live a useful and happy life.
The Center has a club made of participants of the center. There is an Executive Board
made up of three Directors and Officers of the Club. They meet on the 1 st Friday of each month. The
club promotes fundraising activities and ideas to enhance the center.
The following is a list of the special events/activities that we promote:
Club Meeting: 1st Friday of each month
Quilting
Day trips on the van
Crafts
Bingos
Bible Study
Computers
Piano and Organ Entertainment
Cards and Games
Local Entertainers
55 Alive Driving Classes
Shuffleboard
Socials
School Bands and Choirs
Evening Meals
Holiday Celebrations
Celebrate Older Americans Mon Holiday Celebration
Celebrate Older Americans Month
Picnics
Blood Pressure Screenings
Speakers
Birthday Parties
Volunteer Program
Exercises
Flu Shot Program
Walking Group
Tax and Rent Rebate Assistance
Free Seminars
Bethel Township voting poll
Library Books
Wii Bowling League
Movies and Popcorn
Nutrition Class
A monthly activity calendar is published each month with the activity schedule and the menu. The food
is delicious and nutritious and the activities a lot of fun, please join us!
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Join us for PET FUN FEST
Saturday, May 7, 2011 10am – 2pm
Mercersburg Veterinary Clinic, located on Landis Drive in Mercersburg, hosts a day of pet-related
activities on our grounds providing socialization and exercise for pets and owners. We invite you,
your children, and leashed pets to join us for fun, food, and educational interaction through games,
demonstrations, and displays.
Pet Fun Fest provides a wonderful opportunity to purchase some extraordinary products. There are
displays that include animal themed artwork, quilted items, pet treats, candles, leashes and more. A
pet photographer will be on hand to snap a shot of your pet looking his best.
Vendor displays will include: DogWatch underground fencing, Home Again microchip identification
for pets, as well as Purina, Butler, Merial and Novartis. The Mason Dixon Kennel Club will
demonstrate Fly-ball, Rally-O, and Agility, along with basic training and advanced obedience.
In addition to pony rides and a goat milking demonstration, there will be face painting, sidewalk
chalk, bean bag toss, crafts, and more featured in the Kids Korner.
Food will be available sponsored by Antietam Humane Society and ice cream from Antietam Dairy.
Donations will be accepted for the humane society and all proceeds will be donated to local animal
charities. If inclement weather, Pet Fun Fest will be rescheduled to May 14.
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CRAMPTON MANOR BED AND BREAKFAST
270 Country Lane McConnellsburg PA 17233
TELEPHONE: 717-491-2813
(located 3 miles from PA Turnpike and 6 miles from downtown McConnellsburg)
Innkeepers: Linda and Michael Crampton
e-mail: cramptonmanor@embarqmail.com
website: www.cramptonmanor.com
Witness for yourself the tranquility of country life in rural Pennsylvania in Fulton County Pennsylvania. You are sure to enjoy the solitude of this B&B located in a peaceful setting.
We are a private mountain retreat nestled on 100 breathtaking acres
The Carriage House features a second and third floor, two bedroom, bath, full kitchen, great room & wrap around deck for your viewing pleasure ~ offers complete privacy
The Hayloft is a two-room efficiency with private entrance. The great room has lots of windows to enjoy the view and includes a bedroom, bath and galley kitchen. Also, a player piano for
your enjoyment
The Main House features two standard bedrooms and shared bath on the second floor
RATES
Main House - $75.00 per night plus 6% PA Sales Tax = $79.50 per night
The Hayloft - $105.00 per night plus 6% PA Sales Tax = $111.30 per night (sleeps 1-3 people)
The Carriage House - $135.00 per night plus 6% PA Sales Tax = $143.10 per night (sleeps up to 5 people)
Payment: Cash, Check or Money Order
Deposit of one nights lodging required to hold reservation. Must cancel 5 days prior to arrival for deposit refund
Check In
4 PM – 6 PM, other times, please inquire
Check Out 11 AM
A delicious country breakfast in the main house each morning is included. Please advise of dietary restrictions in advance.
Wireless Internet, TV, DVD, heat and air conditioning
No Pets ~ Please be advised the owner has one friendly dog
Office of Vocational Rehabilitation
Helps Businesses and People with Disabilities
OVR’s professional counselors work closely with business owners to meet their human resources needs
by offering a range of services and incentives for employers who hire qualified individuals with
disabilities, including:
Tax credits – Work Opportunity and Small Business Tax Credits
Tax Deductions – Architectural/Transportation Tax Deduction
On-the-Job Training – Wage reimbursement (up to 90 percent) for employers who provide formal or
informal training to OVR customers to learn specific skills on the job
Find out how OVR can provide your business with workers who have the skills, interests and abilities that
you need. In Fulton County and surrounding areas, contact:
Altoona Vocational Rehabilitation Services
(814) 946-7240
Toll-free (800) 442-6343
Altoona Blindness and Visual Services
(814) 946-7330
Toll-free (866) 695-7673
York Vocational Rehabilitation Services
(717) 771-4407
Toll-free (800) 762-6306
Harrisburg Blindness and Visual Services
(717) 787-7500
Toll-free (866) 375-8264
Visit us online at www.dli.state.pa.us/OVR
Fulton County Chamber of Commerce Newsletter – Spotlighted Member: Tower Bank
At Tower Bank, we recognize that helping you achieve your financial dreams means building a quality banking relationship – a
commitment to you based on trust, integrity, and understanding. We take pride in our consultative approach and commitment
to customers that has allowed us to build lasting relationships generation after generation. We believe in focusing our
relationships on personal attention and are sincerely dedicated to providing uncompromising customer service. As a full service
community bank, Tower Bank offers a wide array of personal and business banking products, accompanied by a line of products
specifically designed for not-for-profit organizations. Tower customers enjoy financial perks with our check card rewards and
refunded ATM fees worldwide. As partner organizations, our Graystone Wealth Management team offers investment and
financial planning services, while our Graystone Mortgage division provides competitive mortgage and refinancing options.
Financially, Tower Bank continues to standout among its peer group as a well-capitalized organization backed by a strong
balance sheet and fueled by strong leadership. In September 2010, our parent company (Tower Bancorp, Inc.) was listed
among the top 32 best performing banks and thrifts in the nation with a market capitalization of less than 2 billion by Sandler
O’Neill + Partners. Founded on the principle that our employees are our most important asset, Tower Bank has been
recognized as a Best Places to Work in Pennsylvania. We truly believe that creating financial success for our customers begins
by attracting and retaining employees who are passionate about providing uncompromising service, delivered with a sense of
warmth, integrity, friendliness, and company spirit.
As a local financial leader, Tower Bank maintains a sincere commitment to the Fulton County community. We are dedicated to
building prosperous communities and to providing our neighbors with better opportunities. Our commitment to the
community is visible through the generous volunteer hours our employees devote to local organizations each year. As
individuals and as an organization, our Tower Bank team is pleased to provide our support to Fulton County not-for-profit
groups, civic and service organizations, and local schools.
Our team of dedicated financial professionals welcomes the opportunity to serve you. We invite you to stop by one of our
convenient Fulton County offices to enjoy a cup of gourmet coffee and to learn how individualized banking solutions from
Tower Bank can help you meet your immediate and future financial objectives.
McConnellsburg Branch: 101 Lincoln Way West, McConnellsburg – 717.485.3123
Express Branch (Drive Up): 187 Buchanan Trail, McConnellsburg
Needmore Branch: 8264 Great Cove Road, Needmore – 717.573.2227
Visit our website at www.yourtowerbank.com. Member FDIC. Equal Housing Lender.
The Small Business Development Center (SBDC) and Center for Global Competitiveness (CGC) at
Saint Francis University has helped businesses in the Southern Alleghenies region start, grow and prosper
for over thirty years. The Saint Francis University SBDC is one of 18 Small Business Development Centers in
Pennsylvania and is an accredited affiliate of the national network of Small Business Development Centers.
The SBDC’s team of professional consultants works confidentially with entrepreneurs in Bedford,
Blair, Cambria, Fulton, Huntingdon and Somerset counties to help their businesses maintain a competitive
edge. The SBDC consultants aid in launching a business, discuss existing business plans, or help develop the
strategies needed to meet goals. All the services are offered free of charge and any information between
consultant and client is always confidential. At the center, each consultant is uniquely qualified to help
clients create an effective strategy, such as: accounting, research, website marketing & development and
more.
There are a variety of seminars and workshops presented by the SBDC that are geared to the small
business community. The calendar of events section of the web site outlines a number of events scheduled
by both the SBDC and CGC and other organizations throughout the region. Nominal fees are charged for a
number of the seminars. Services are available at Saint Francis University offices from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00
p.m. Monday through Friday and at outreach locations, located in Bedford, Blair, Cambria, Fulton,
Huntingdon and Somerset Counties, on a regularly scheduled basis. Currently, SBDC Business Consultant,
Terry Anderson meets with clients every Wednesday at one of his several outreach locations – the Fulton
County Library, F&M Trust, and Tower Bank. If you questions about how the Saint Francis University SBDC
can help you with starting a business, growing your existing business, or you if want to arrange a meeting
with a consultant to discuss any questions, please feel free to contact Terry Anderson at (814) 472-3204 or
e-mail tanderson@francis.edu.
PO Box 600, Loretto, PA 15940
Phone: 814-472-3200
Fax: 814-472-3202
Email: sbdc@francis.edu
We are a small but vital church in the heart of McConnellsburg, striving to spread the good news
of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ in worship, word and deed. We are quite diverse in our faith
traditions and convictions, and are open for people from all walks of life. We don’t claim to have
all the answers, we try to find them together in studying and living the word of God. No matter
where you are on your faith journey, you are welcome with us!
We offer Sunday school for all ages (children and adults) at 9:45 a.m., worship begins at 11 a.m.
The last Sunday of each month, we share a meal after worship.
Our Church Women United meet the second Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m.
Choir practice is Thursdays at 7 p.m.
We are actively involved in Community worship services and events, and we support charitable
organizations locally and worldwide.
Come share the joy of serving the Lord and his people!
Pastor Valeria Schmidt
stpaulsparsonage@embarqmail.com
The Mercersburg Veterinary Clinic has been serving the community for over twenty five years as a
full- service veterinary care facility for companion and large animals. The clinic is conveniently located at 293
Landis Drive in Mercersburg with hours that accommodate most hectic schedules : Monday, Tuesday, and
Thursday 8am-6pm, Wednesday Noon- 8pm and every other Saturday 8am-Noon.
The clinic offers many services for your pet including annual exams, vaccinations, senior wellness
exams, nutritional consultations, In-house bloodwork, dental cleanings, digital dental x-rays, Laser declaws,
Laser therapy and Laser surgery to name a few. Also available are prescription diets for those pets needing
diabetic, overweight or urinary management, a variety of treats for dental care, weight control, etc.,
leashes and collars with a chew replacement guarantee, pet odor eliminators (room sprays, candles, carpet
cleaner) and more…
Thanks to the terrific receptionists and technicians who assist with your needs and concerns, the
Mercersburg Veterinary Clinic offers free community events throughout the year that are educational and
fun. Upcoming events for 2011 include; 5th annual Pet Fun Fest, Basic Obedience Classes, Nutritional
Seminar (Do you know what “Fido” is eating?), Pet First Aid Seminar and more to be announced. Visit
www.mercersburgvetclinic.com or call 717.328.5171 for more information.
A BIG thank you to
Community State Bank of Orbisonia
for sponsoring this night of recognition.
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February Members Spotlight Corner
March Members Spotlight Corner
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General Fasteners Company
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Celebrations Unlimited Party
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Planning Service
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Edward Lininger’s Plumbing & Heating
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Warfordsburg Senior Citizens Club
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Howard Sipes Funeral Home
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Deb Toothman, Longaberger®,
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Representative Dick Hess
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PA Office of Vocational Rehabilitation
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St. Stephen’s Church
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Kimmel Insurance & Financial service, Inc.
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Peckies Auto Body
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Coldwell Banker SKS Realty
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Spence & Cinda Perry
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Summer Thyme Floral
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Overly-Raker Partnership
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Monumental Life
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Donald Bard
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Tower Bank
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Clyde H. Bookheimer
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Lincoln Way Pizza
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McLaughlin’s Drug Store
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Joseph Wolfe, DDS
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Mellott Wood Preserving
Independent Consultant
Youth Program Celebrates Business
Thirty-two years ago the business community in our state decided to take the bull by the horns. In 1979 a marvelously
innovative program was born to teach our young people (juniors and seniors in high school) about those issues that face
business people every day. Pennsylvania Free Enterprise Week (PFEW), internationally acclaimed for its excellence, now
annually graduates more than 1,400 students with a vastly improved understanding about free market economics and how
economic opportunity is so integrally tied to personal freedom.
Each summer, PFEW holds four, one-week individual sessions in July and August. The focus of the week is to group
the participants (strangers at first) into “management teams” of senior executives who have inherited imaginary
“companies.” These teams, under the guiding hands of “executives-on-loan” called Company Advisors, operate their firms for
a computer simulated three-year period of time. To add a sense of reality, they are competing against two other student
“companies” manufacturing and distributing the same product. These fledgling corporate executives are faced with decisions
that any real-life business person confronts daily. They work with balance sheets, statements of income, market share
surveys, etc., etc., and must also react to a variety of external factors as well. Oil embargos, inflation, union strikes, are but a
few of the “unknowns” that these young entrepreneurs must deal with as they operate their businesses. Sound familiar?
PFEW is designed to give every participant, in broad brush strokes, an idea of what is germane and pertinent to the
business world of today. Each day’s activities include four to five presentations from world-class business people from a list
that reads like who’s who in Pennsylvania. The students hear about: Business and Finance, The Role and Relationship of
Business and Government, Taxation, Business Ethics, Labor Relations, and much, much more.
The Chamber is proud to support PFEW to give our local students an eye-opening experience like none they have
had. We encourage our local companies and civic organizations to provide sponsorships for our students and, if possible,
volunteers for the sessions. (PFEW is completely a product of the private sector.) Every student attends PFEW on a fully
tax-deductible $525 scholarship (the actual value of the scholarship exceeds $1,500) which is provided by a local firm. All
scholarship providers are recognized and thanked in a variety of ways for their sponsorship and each student wears the name
of their sponsor throughout the week. Each graduate also corresponds with his or her sponsor following graduation to report
on the program and what they learned. PFEW is also an approved organization through the PA Educational Improvement Tax
Credit (EITC) program through the Department of Community and Economic Development.
If you would like to learn more about this award-winning program and how you can help, you can visit their website
at www.pfew.org or contact John Trombetta, president of the Foundation for Free Enterprise Education at (814) 833-9576
ext. 106 or e-mail him at john@pfew.org. PFEW is open to all current sophomores and juniors in Pennsylvania and
information on attendance as well as program applications can also be found on the website. Thank you for your support!
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Picture Caption: The management team members of a 2010 PFEW “company” work together to develop their competitive strategy.
FREE SEMINAR…
Reach Your Communciation Potential
Brought to you by Employment and Training Services of Fulton
County
When: Tuesday, May 3, 2011
Time: 9:00 am to 12:00
Where: Fulton County Medical Center
Seminar Goals & Objectives
Can you hear me now? Do you ever wish you could say that to people
who don't seem to be listening to you? Is it you? Is it them? We will help
you figure that out...and MORE.
Objectives:
 Understand your style
 Remove communication static
 Reduce conflict with others
 Improve your productivity
 Expand your communication network
Presented By,
Patricia Shope, PH D
Patricia is a trainer, speaker, consultant specializing in communication and generational
diversity. As a trainer at The Penn State University she has assisted faculty and staff with
understanding and adapting management and customer service practices for the generations.
To register by April 18, 2011 Call or email Joyce Lynch @ Employment and
Training Services of Fulton County
Phone- 717-485-5131 or email- jlynchetsfc@yahoo.com
Funding for this workshop has been provided by the Southern Alleghenies Workforce
Investment Board
This event is in partnership with the Fulton County Chamber and Fulton County Medical Center
Auxiliary aids & services are available upon request for individuals with disabilities.
EOE/Program
CareerLink "Free" Workshop Series
Workshops are funded by the SAWIB and in partnership with the Huntingdon County
Chamber. All sessions are open to the public. There is "no charge" to attend these
sessions.. Seating is limited...Advance registration is required! For the Fulton County
workshops RSVP to Joyce Lynch @ Employment and Training @ 717-485-513l or
email - jlynchetsfc@yahoo.com. For the Huntingdon County workshops RSVP to:
Helen Pyzowski @ CareerLink 814-641-6408 ext 107 email- pyzowski@uplink.net
Huntingdon County
Impact of a Positive Attitude in the Workplace- March 30, 2011
Instructor- Patricia Shope
Held at Comfort Inn
Time: 8:30 am to 12
The Basics of Human Resources (Including Legal and Effective Interviewing)- April 12,
2011
Instructor- HR Consultants, Inc
Held at Juniata College
Time: 8:30 am to 12
Employee Involvement and Motivation Techniques- May 11, 2011
Instructor- Eric Murphy
Held at the Smithfield Fire Hall
Time: 8:30 am to 12
Microsoft Excel Intermediate Level- May 18, 2011
Instructor- Jean Berry (Allegany College of Maryland)
Held at Juniata College
8:30 am to 12
Fulton County
Microsoft Word 2007 (Intermediate/Advanced Level)- April 12, 2011
Instructor: Jean Berry (Allegany College of Maryland)
Held at Fulton County Area Vocational Technical School
Time: 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
No More Communication Misfires- May 3, 2011
Instructor: Patricia Shope
Held at Fulton County Medical Center
Time: 8:30 am to 12
Travel Advisory
March 4, 2011
Route 30 Rehabilitation Work to Begin
McConnellsburg – Beginning Monday, March 7, 2011 prime contractor Grannas Bros.
Stone and Asphalt Co., Inc. of Blair County will start work on a five-mile length of the
Route 30 (Lincoln Highway) bypass near McConnellsburg in Fulton County.
The project will consist of concrete rehabilitation and resurfacing as well as drainage
and guiderail upgrades. In addition, the four ramps that make up the Route 522/
Route 30 interchange at McConnellsburg will be rehabilitated with this project.
Traffic during work hours will be controlled using flaggers with alternating one-way lanes that will return to twoway traffic during non-working hours. Long term lane and shoulder closures will be in place. Motorists should expect minor delays.
Once the interchange work begins there will be overnight detours from 7
p.m. to 7 a.m. The interchange ramps will be done one at a time throughout the
duration of the project.
East-bound Route 30 travelers wishing to access Route 522 will use a 4.2 mile
detour that will re-route them from Route 30, to Route 1006 (Lincoln Way East) to
Route 16 (Lincoln Way East) to Route 522.
West-bound Route 30 travelers wishing to access Route 522 will use a 4.5 mile
detour that will re-route them from Route 30 to Route 1004(Lincoln Way West) to
Route 522.
Route 522 travelers will use a 2.9 mile detour that will re-route them from Route
522 to Route 1004 to west-bound Route 30 and a 2.9 mile detour that will re-route
them from Route 522 to Route 16 to Route 1006 in order to access Route 30 eastbound.
This $6.5 million project is expected to be completed by mid-December 2011.
Follow local PennDOT information on Twitter at www.twitter.com/511PAAltoona
Media contact: Pam Kane, Safety Press Officer – 814-696-7105
Source: PennDOT District 9-0
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Travel Advisory
March 21, 2011
East Burnt Cabins Bridge Rehabilitation Work to Begin
Hollidaysburg – PennDOT announced that prime contractor Wen-Brooke Contracting, Inc. of
Huntingdon County will start work on Monday, April 4 on the Route 1010 (Grist Mill Road)
bridge in the village of Burnt Cabins, Fulton County.
This $746,321 project will consist of a superstructure replacement for the bridge that carries
Route 1010 over the Little Aughwick Creek as well as guiderail upgrades and minor approach
work.
On Monday, March 28 the contractor will restrict traffic to one lane to install temporary traffic
signals that will be used for traffic control for the duration of the project. The bridge and
approaches will be reduced to nine-foot lanes and wide-load vehicles will be restricted.
Motorists should expect minor delays during work hours.
All work on this project is expected to be completed by the end of September, 2011.
Follow local PennDOT information on Twitter at www.twitter.com/511PAAltoona
Media contact: Pam Kane, Safety Press Officer – 814-696-7105
Source: PennDOT District 9-0
Travel Advisory
March 9, 2011
Interstate 70 Rehabilitation Work to Begin from Amaranth to the Maryland
State Line
Hollidaysburg – Prime contractor P & W Excavating, Inc. of McConnellsburg, Fulton
County will begin rehabilitation work on five miles of Interstate 70 from the Maryland
State Line to Amaranth (Exit 163) in Fulton County on Monday, March 14.
Work on the project will consist of the refurbishment of the Warfordsburg Interchange
(Exit 168) as well as the rehabilitation of four structures, guiderail upgrades,
installation of shoulder rumble strips, pavement markings and signs and installation of
a concrete median barrier along Interstate 70.
Traffic will be restricted to one lane in each direction for the duration of the project.
Motorists should expect delays, especially during peak travel periods and are urged to
use caution while traveling through the work zone.
The $9.94 million project is expected to be completed by early November, 2011 and is
being funded 100 percent by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
Follow local PennDOT information on Twitter at www.twitter.com/511PAAltoona
Media contact: Pam Kane, Safety Press Officer – 814-696-7105
Source: PennDOT District 9-0
“Flavors of Fulton County”
Employment & Training Services of Fulton County
EARN Program will be creating a cook book entitled
“Flavors of Fulton County”
Available for Sale Fall 2011.
Please submit a recipe !!!
Donate your favorite recipe and it will appear along
with your name in our cook book.
You may donate a recipe in memory of a loved one.
Recipes may be submitted to the
Employment & Training Office
Or emailed to smellottetsfc@yahoo.com
Any questions or comments please
Contact: Stacey Mellott
717-485-5131
Fulton County Chamber of Commerce and Tourism
enjoyed a wonderful day at our Basket Bingo.
Board Member
Lisa Daniels
Board Member
President
Judy Neil
Dwight Washabaugh
Fun &
Laughter
BINGO
"OH...I only
needed one
more number"
Board Member
Mary Wright & son Ethan
Thank you everyone who Sponsored or Filled Baskets,
who bought Tickets, the Staff at the Fire Hall and the
Committee who put the event all together.
21st Annual Strawberry Festival
June 10th - 11th 2011
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New Location
Located at the McConnellsburg Alumni and
Friends Building (301 East Maple Street)
Contests
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Baby & Toddler Contest
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Strawberry Capping Contest
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Talent Contest
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Kindergarten & 1st Grade Coloring Contest
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Recipe Contest
Mercersburg Community Band
Friday June 11th at 7:30 p.m.