NEWSLETTER
DEC. 2015
vol.
no.
XLVII 12
Nominate top area businesses for BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARDS STARK COUNT Y’S MOST PRESTIGIOUS AWARDS SEEKING NOMINATIONS THROUGH JAN. 22ND Canton/Stark County is home to the most dynamic businesses in the country. They go above and beyond providing jobs and supporting the economic vitality of our community. These businesses make capital investments, dedicate resources, and help make our region more appealing for further business growth and relocation. The Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce is seeking Business Excellence Awards nominations for Stark County businesses. Help us celebrate businesses that have distinguished themselves by being a significant presence in and/or providing substantial benefit to the citizens and economy of Stark County. To be considered, the business must be for-profit, non-publiclytraded (and not a wholly-owned subsidiary of a publicly traded company). In addition, the business needs to have demonstrated several of the following attributes: (continued on next page)
25th Annual Light Up Downtown to Bring Family Fun & Holiday Cheer Join us on Thursday, December 3, for an Elf-traordinary celebration featuring Christopher Pop-In-Kins, Santa Claus, and 14 blocks of holiday fun, all brought to you by the Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce!
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Light Up Downtown is a FREE event held in Downtown Canton starting at 5:30 pm with a main stage show on Market Square featuring Christopher Pop-in-Kins, Santa Claus, ice princesses and local dance troupes. The show is immediately followed by an extended fireworks display, around 6:30 pm.
Oil & Gas Column................................................. 3 ‘No’ on Issue Three............................................... 4 AultCare Fast Break Breakfast.............................. 5 AultCare Fast Break Breakfast Season Passes........ 5 Community Salute Wrap Up................................. 7 Leadership Government Academy........................ 8 Funding Partners................................................ 9 Safety Council Luncheon.................................... 10 Safety SAVE THE DATE........................................ 10
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When the fireworks finish, downtown merchants open shop up, down, and around Market Avenue. Downtown businesses have a variety of refreshments and entertainment in store, and handy maps will be available to help navigate all the fun activities.
Membership Directory....................................... 10 New Members................................................... 13 BizBitz.............................................................. 14 ystark! Mix & Mingle......................................... 15 December Calendar........................................... 15
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