Groesbeck Chamber Guide 2022 by Fox Press

FALL 2022•VOLUME 9 NO. 4 Groesbeck Journal publication Official Magazine of the Groesbeck Chamber of Commerce “Where History & Progress Join Hands” • CHAMBER RIBBON CUTTINGS • GROESBECK BUSINESS SPOTLIGHTS • FALL HOLIDAY MARKET - NOV. 19 • FALL FAMILY NIGHT IN GROESBECK - OCT. 29

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FROM OUR PRESIDENT

Happy Fall to All!

I’d like to welcome all of the new businesses to the Groesbeck Chamber of Commerce. We are growing in the right direction. We recently added three new board members. Welcome aboard Clif Fox, Diana Diaz, and Brittany McDowell, and thanks for helping us grow our business think tank.

The Groesbeck Chamber of Commerce is a volunteer-driven organization responsible for improving the local business environment and strengthening our community through advocacy, networking, and campaigning. In addition, we create an easy line of communication for business owners to connect with governing bodies.

We provide a venue through which members can get involved and accomplish collectively what no one business could do alone. Some of the benefits of becoming a member are: Make business contacts. ...

• Receive chamber newsletters.

• Acquire customer referrals.

Dues

• Bring credibility to your business.

• Increase your visibility in the community.

• Networking opportunities.

• Gain a voice in government.

Thanks to all of those who are participating because that is what is going to make us grow.

We have a variety of events coming up this fall. Together, the chamber has partnered with the City of Groesbeck to bring you the first annual Fall Family Fun Night in Groesbeck on October 29. Game booth vendors are wanted, please contact the chamber for more information.

Along with the holiday spirit, the chamber of commerce will be sponsoring some fun decorating contests for residents and businesses. See inside this magazine for more information, as well as keep up to date with our Facebook for upcoming events and news from your local chamber.

Also, don’t forget about our annual Fall Holiday Market that will be taking place at the Groesbeck Convention Center on November 19, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Hope everyone has a wonderful holiday season!

Bivens

Commerce President

Groesbeck Journal

DESIGN: Jennifer Paul

MANAGING PUBLISHER: Richard Nelson

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LETTER

Jim

Chamber of

info@groesbeckchamber.com 106 E. Navasota St. • Groesbeck, Texas (254) 729-3894 • www.groesbeckchamber.com Executive Director, Jennifer Paul If no one is available at the chamber office, stop by the Journal, 115 N. Ellis Chamber of Commerce

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AREA ADVERTISING DIRECTOR: Jennifer

FRONT COVER PHOTO:Groesbeck Fall Fun (circa 2017) - Jennifer Paul photo Join Us! Everyone is invited to become a member and be involved in the Chamber

Commerce. Membership

Business: $90.00 Couple: $45.00 Individual: $30.00 Non-Profits: $60.00

www.groesbeckchamber.com Book your next event at the GROESBECK CONVENTION CENTER 3 GREAT RENTAL OPTIONS • The Grand Hall • The Club Room • The Veranda (outside) Reservation deposit required at time of booking. FOR AVAILABILITY: CALL/VOICE MAIL: 254-729-2287 TEXT OR CALL: 254-587-0572 SEE FULL DETAILS, RULES & RENTAL AGREEMENTS AT : WWW.CITYOFGROESBECK.COM/PAGE/CITY.CONVENTIONCENTER 106 E. NAVASOTA, GROESBECK TX, 76642 GREAT AMENITIES • Full Caterer’s Kitchen • Professional Warming Kitchen • Wi-Fi, Video & Audio • Multiple, Flexible Set-Up Options Caring for all of your family’s dental needs! GroesbeckFamilyDental.com (254)729-8400 902 W. Yeagua St. Groesbeck, TX 76642 Hours: Mon-Thurs 8am- 5pm • Fri 8am- 12pm 34 YEARS AND GROWING • ESTABLISHED IN 1988 1025 W YEAGUA ST, GROESBECK, TX 76642 • (254) 729-3366

www.groesbeckchamber.com OLD UNION EATS Old Union community at the corner of FM 937 & FM 3371 Close to beautiful Lake Limestone. (254) 729-2279 Offering delicious BBQ! We also offer breakfast, burgers, deli sandwiches & more! Thank You for voting us BEST BARBECUE in the Groesbeck Best of the Best Contest! We appreciate all the support!OLD UNION EATS Old Union community at the corner of FM 937 & FM 3371 Close to beautiful Lake Limestone. (254) 729-2279 Offering delicious BBQ! We also offer breakfast, burgers, deli sandwiches & more! Thank You for voting us BEST BARBECUE in the Groesbeck Best of the Best Contest! We appreciate all the support! Ranch Raised LOCAL BEEF 254-300-8116 info@wkcattletx.com www.wkcattletx.com PO Box 496, Groesbeck, TX 76642 HABLAMOS ESPANOL 1100 E. Milam St., Mexia • (254) 203-5333 www.mterryautogroup.com The #1 Guys in the #2 Business! RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL Armor-Plumbing.com American Owned & American Proud! 903-626-4444MPL 38078 Thank you for trusting your homes & town to us! Commercial • Residential Industrial 4800 W Waco Dr, Ste. 143 • Waco www.centexrs.com Custom Gates & Openers 204 N. Ellis St. Groesbeck, TX • (254) 729-3641 306 W. Longbotham Dr. • Groesbeck, TX 254.729.2122 • 254.729.3591 (Fax) Ellison Steel, Inc. Structural Steel Fabrication & Erection Tilt-Wall Panel Erection 404 E. Yeagua • Groesbeck, Texas • 254-729-3940 kjackson@insplustx.com Proudly Covering the Bi-Stone Area with all your insurance needs! 115 N. Ellis • Groesbeck, TX 76642 • (254) 729-5103 Subscribe today! Free News Alerts! Online & Print Editions!

Welcome Mitchell Myers,

Myers,

Medical School:

Medical School

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of Texas Health Science Center

Health Science

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MD Orthopedic Surgeon Parkview Orthopedics and Sports Medicine 514 S. Bonham St. Mexia, TX 76667 Medical School: McGovern

School at The University of Texas Health Science Center Houston, TX Residency: Ochsner LSU Health Science Center Shreveport, TX Welcoming new patients Appointments may be made by calling 254.562.2069  Total joint replacement  Sports medicine  Knee, shoulder and hip surgery  Arthritis  Arthroscopic surgery  General orthopedics ParkviewRegional.com Specializes in: Welcome Mitchell Myers, MD Orthopedic Surgeon Parkview Orthopedics and Sports Medicine 514 S. Bonham St. Mexia, TX 76667 Science Center Houston, TX Residency: Ochsner LSU

Center Shreveport, TX Welcoming new patients Appointments may be made by calling 254.562.2069  Total joint replacement  Sports medicine  Knee, shoulder and hip surgery  Arthritis  Arthroscopic surgery  General orthopedics Specializes in: Welcome Mitchell

MD Orthopedic Surgeon Parkview Orthopedics and Sports Medicine 514 S. Bonham St. Mexia, TX 76667

McGovern

at The University

Houston, TX Residency: Ochsner LSU

Center Shreveport, TX

www.groesbeckchamber.com 7 Chamber of Commerce invites you to join us in our endeavor to build a wonderful community. We would love to have you join with us to accomplish all our goals. Please call the Chamber office at 254-729-3894 or go online at: www.groesbeckchamber.com to download an application. We would be thrilled to add your business or yourself to our member listing online & in our quarterly magazine. GROESBECK JOURNAL HOMETOWN NEWSPAPER 115. N.ELLIS, GROESBECK • 254- 729-5103 WWW.GROESBECKJOURNAL.COM WK CATTLE COMPANY, LLC FAMILY-RUN CATTLE OPERATION IN LIMESTONE CO. INFO@WKCATTLETX.COM • (254) 300-8116 WWW.WKCATTLETX.COM CITIZENS STATE BANK 409 S ELLIS ST, GROESBECK • (254) 729-3054 WWW.CITIZENSSTATEBANKTX.COM MI RANCHO MEXICAN RESTAURANT 310 YEAGUA ST, GROESBECK • (254) 729-2665 WWW.WELCOMETOMIRANCHO.COM

GROWING GROESBECK

CUTTING

BROOKSHIRE’S HOLDS GRAND RE-OPENING/RIBBON CUTTING

On July 14, the Groesbeck Chamber of Commerce happily assisted in the grand re-opening of Brookshire’s. Together, with Brookshire’s corporation and managers, they celebrated with a small ceremony in-store and a re-opening ribbon-cutting in front of the Big Grocery Cart outside. Groesbeck Brookshire’s store #75 has been operating in Groesbeck since 1986, and recently updated its entire store with new signage, lighting, paint, flooring, a new self-checkout station, and more. Go in and see it for yourself! There is a high level of core values that Brookshire’s strives for. From their ‘“Jump over the counter” service’ to the ‘Competitive Grit’, and just ‘Doing the right thing’”... Those are just a few of the W.T Brookshire Ways. The management and all employee-partners are willing to help and strive to provide our community with a higher level of service every day. The Groesbeck Chamber of Commerce was happy to be able to commemorate this special occasion with them today. Congratulations! Edgar Estrada photo/Groesbeck Journal

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RIBBON

CEREMONIES HELD

Free services for victims of domestic violence Emergency Shelter, Counseling, Legal Advocacy, Case Management and Housing Serving Bosque, Ellis, Falls, Freestone, Hill, Limestone, McLennan and Navarro Counties 24-Hour Hotline (800) 283-8401 For more information, please visit www.familyabusecenter.org

CRABBY CONES JOINS CHAMBER WITH RIBBON CUTTING

The Groesbeck Chamber of Commerce conducted a ribbon cutting for Crabby Cones, located at 513 South Waco St, Groesbeck, TX on August 31. Crabby Cones has been Groesbeck’s hometown Snow Cone Stand for six years and counting, owned and operated by the Luna Family. They offer a variety of flavors for your snow cone pleasures with all the extras. They also offer other drinks, snacks, and specialties like corn in a cup, tamales, durros, and more. As well as their location on Waco St. in Groesbeck they operate the traveling Crabby Cones trailer for events. They are open 7 days a week from 12 noon to 9 p.m. during the months of Mid-March to Mid November of each year. Stop by and check them out and get some treats! Pictured (l-r) Groesbeck Chamber President Jim Bivens, Chamber Directors; Randy Ingram, Joan McEntyre and Russ Foster, Maria Luna, Raul Luna Jr., Raul Luna Sr., and Chamber Executive Director Jennifer Paul. Tabatha Blacknall photo/Groesbeck Journal

CLEAN CUT CLEANERS & OPAL CACTUS BOUTIQUE HOLDS GRAND RE-OPENING/ RIBBON CUTTING

The Groesbeck Chamber of Commerce conducted a re-grand opening ribbon cutting for chamber members Clean Cut Cleaners & Opal Cactus Boutique, at their new location, 224 W. Navasota on Tuesday, Sept. 13. Clean Cut Cleaners provides professional dry-cleaning and garment pressing services in downtown Groesbeck. Owned and operated by Randy and Stephanie Ingram, the business first opened to serve the community with dry cleaning in March 2020. While trying to survive the pandemic, they saw the opportunity to use the storefront as a boutique to supplement their business, thus adding The Opal Cactus Boutique. The boutique carries an array of styles and options for women as well as the Savannah Jane women’s line, baby items, and other exciting items. In August 2022, Clean Cut Cleaners & Opal Cactus Boutique moved to a new location at the corner of Navasota and Ellis St. Stop in and check out their new location and what they have to offer.

Alexandra Cannon photo/Groesbeck Journal

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GROWING GROESBECK

NEUROTHON GAMING CENTER HOLDS GRAND OPENING/RIBBON CUTTING

The Groesbeck Chamber of Commerce conducted a grand opening ribbon cutting for new business Neurothon, located at 404 S. Dr. J.B. Riggs Dr. (next to Pizza Hut) on August 12. Neurothon offers family fun and entertainment with Xboxes, Playstations, Nintendo Switches, PCs, Arcade machines, a Pool table, VR Room, and a Party/Conference room. They are open Monday - Thursday from 9 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., and Friday - Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 12 midnight. They also offer an internet cafe, a play area for the little ones, a snack bar, and piano lessons. Stop by and check them out and welcome them to Groesbeck. Alexandra Cannon photo/Groesbeck Journal

WOMEN AT THE WELL CONSIGNMENT BOUTIQUE HOLDS GRAND OPENING/RIBBON CUTTING

The Groesbeck Chamber of Commerce conducted a grand opening ribbon cutting for new business Women at the Well Tx Consignment Boutique, located at 103 W. Navasota in Groesbeck on October 1. Women at the Well is a consignment boutique for ladies located in Groesbeck, TX! They carry all things women and lots of other goodies. The business is owned and operated by LaJuan Higginbotham. Pictured in no particular order, owner LaJuan Higginbotham and husband Dewel Higginbotham, family members Minjon Drake, Vickie Cook, Lacy Solis, Emily, Elijah, Nehemiah, Zacheriah; chamber members, Lynn Raley and Nancy Harrell; chamber president, Jim Bivens; and chamber executive director, Jennifer Paul. Stop in and check out their new location and what they have to offer.

Tabatha Blacknall photo/Groesbeck Journal

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NO FILTER HOLDS GRAND OPENING/RIBBON CUTTING

The Groesbeck Chamber of Commerce conducted a grand opening ribbon cutting for new business No Filter located at 105 N. Ellis St. (Inside Chiglo Chiropractic) on Tuesday, Sept. 13. No Filter offers Botox, Botox for armpit sweating, Filler for your chin, cheeks, or lips, Lip Flip, B12 Injection, Lipo B Injection, Dysport, and PRP with Micro-needling. The owner, Ayde Garcia, is a registered nurse with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and has been in the medical field for 15 years. She recently joined the aesthetic industry and has been loving it, “Being an aesthetic nurse allows me to help people feel more confident in their own skin”. Garcia is happy to answer any questions that potential patients may have and is available for advance bookings on Fridays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., and will also provide free 20-minute consults to those interested in learning more about available services. For more information or to book a service please visit www.nofilter.janeapp.com Alexandra Cannon photo/Groesbeck Journal

10 Reasons to Join the Groesbeck Chamber of Commerce Groesbeck Chamber of Commerce makes membership call to action

“The mission of the Groesbeck Area Chamber of Commerce is to contribute to the vitality of our diverse business community and to promote the welfare of our members”

Membership brings credibility to your business. You can increase positive perception among consumers and business owners when you’re identified as a member of a chamber of commerce. Increase your visibility in the community and grow your business by advertising / sponsoring chamber events.

Connections – The business owners and operators you meet through the Chamber can be your clients and open doors to other companies to help you grown your business.

Business advocates – Your ability to influence public policy on common business problems becomes greater as more voices are added to advocate on behalf of businesses like yours.

Credibility – Membership in a Chamber of Commerce is considered a must by the public and other businesses for your business to be taken seriously and be considered a viable player in your industry.

Resources – The problems you face in business are likely shard by your fellow men and women in the business community. What better way to talk through difficulties or problems in your business than discussing with those who

are walking the same path as you.

Intelligence – You don’t have time to stay on top of all the local, regional, and state issues which could impact your business, but that’s at the heart of what we do. We keep you informed so that you can concentrate on growing your business.

Training – Whether it is a lunch and learn or a seminar on improving your company’s marketing, the Chamber hosts countless programs to help you increase your skills in all aspects of your business.

Involvement – Consumers and business owners and operators want to do business with someone who is vested in their community.

Marketing – What better way to introduce your business to potential clients than through chamber- sponsored events that attract other businesses and the public.

Standing – When you sit on business committees and eventually advance into leadership positions, you are seen by the public and other business owners and operators as an expert in your field.

Giving back – When you give back to your community, you’re helping others, and that helps the business community become stronger. Givers always Gain!

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What Is The Employee Retention Credit (ERC), And How Does The Program Work?

Submitted by Ken Givens

When the Covid-19 pandemic began, and businesses were forced to shut down their operations, Congress passed programs to provide financial assistance to companies. One of these programs was the Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERC)

The ERC gives eligible employers payroll tax credits for wages and health insurance paid to employees.

What Is The ERC?

Originally available from March 13, 2020, through December 31, 2020, the ERC are refunds of payroll tax paid by businesses to the IRS. It was created as part of the Cares Act. The purpose of the ERC was to encourage employers to keep their employees on the payroll during the pandemic.

Qualifying employers and borrowers that took out a Paycheck Protection Program loan could claim up to 50% of qualified wages, including eligible health insurance expenses. The Consolidated Appropriations Act passed in June of 2021, expanded the ERC. Employers that qualified in 2021 can claim a credit of up to 80% in qualified wages, to be paid back as a payroll tax refund check.

How much can you get?

The official IRS statement is up to $26,000 per employee you have on the books. Typically, business owners are seeing between $8,000 and $12,000 per employee. And the average ERC refund in 2022 nationally has been $300,000.

Who Is Eligible For The ERC?

(all businesses with at least one employee)

There are three ways a business can qualify. Just ONE of these will allow a business to qualify, they don’t have to experience all three issues.

One: To be eligible for ERC in 2020, you need to show that you experienced a significant decline in sales in 2020 —less than 50% of comparable gross receipts compared to 2019. But in 2021, you only need to show a 20% reduction in gross receipts.

Two: Did your business have supply chain issues, lack of inventory, vendors with slow turnaround time, delays in shipments, paying more for same or similar products to run the business?

Three: Full or partial closing due to government mandates, social distancing changing your business practices, and reduced ability to run business as normal. (Didn’t every business experience that?)

If you experienced any ONE of these THREE issues, you probably qualify for the refunds!

How To Claim The Tax Credit

Even though the program ended in 2021, businesses still have time to claim the ERC thru the end of 2022, and beyond. But the funds are limited and will be paid out on a first come first served basis, so time is of the essence.

Some businesses, especially those that received a Paycheck Protection Program loan in 2020, mistakenly believed they didn’t qualify for the ERC.

But even those who received PPP and EIDL funding, can qualify for the ERC.

Since the tax laws around the ERC have changed, it can make determining eligibility confusing for many business owners. It’s also difficult to figure out which wages qualify, and which don’t. The process gets even harder if you own multiple businesses. If you’re running into issues applying for the ERC, it can be helpful to consult with a tax professional.

U.S. Merchant Payment Solutions is just one company that helps business owners successfully get their ERC refunds. The servicing company providing the document filing with the IRS has over 25 CPA’s, 12 Tax Attorneys, and has been in business for over 12 years. They even are providing auditing services to federal agencies, like the FBI. To date, they have helped over 20,000 merchants file and receive funding.

Check with your tax professional or contact U.S. Merchant Payment Solutions to see if you are on the right track. A 25-minute questionnaire by phone will provide you an estimate of what you can get back of the payroll taxes you already paid in.

This money is already earmarked for distribution and can’t be put back into the coffers… so take advantage of this opportunity and accept the Federal Governments ‘thank you’ for staying open over the past few years.

The information provided here is not investment, tax or financial advice. You should consult with a licensed professional for advice concerning your specific situation. This article compiled from a Forbes Magazine article, June 2022 by Joe Camberato. Contact Ken Givens at 254-863-2567 extension 101, or 512-848-1069, or email KenGivens@USmsTexas. com. Ken helps businesses of all sizes in Central Texas and is the past President of the Groesbeck Chamber of Commerce.

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www.groesbeckchamber.com 13 Think You Don’t Qualify for the CARES ERC? Here Are Some Common Misconceptions: What is the ERC? The Employee Retention Credit (ERC) is a refundable payroll tax credit, up to $26,000 per employee, available through the CARES Act for businesses impacted by COVID-19. “We don’t qualify since we’re an essential business.” “We didn’t shut down, so we don’t qualify.” “We don’t qualify since we were profitable this year.” “We’re a nonprofit, so we don’t qualify.” “Our revenue didn’t drop by 20%, so we don’t qualify.” Education 146 Employees Estimated Credit Total $2M $11.6M$1.2M $5.2M Estimated Credit TotalEstimated Credit TotalEstimated Credit Total Avg $13,800 Credit/Employee Health Care 2,000 Employees Avg $5,800 Credit/Employee Finance 88 Employees Avg $14,600 Credit/ Employee Manufacturing 370 Employees Avg $14,100 Credit/ Employee “We don’t qualify since we took the PPP.”

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CHAMBER DIRECTORY

AGRICULTURE

GROESBECK AUCTION & LIVESTOCK CO.

1404 HWY 164 E GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-3277

S&S AG CENTER

1203 YEAGUA ST. GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-8008

WK CATTLE CO. LLC

P.O. BOX 496

GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 300-8116

WOODSON LUMBER & HARDWARE

HWY 164 E. GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-2865

APARTMENTS

LIBERTY HOUSING ALLIANCE 407 N. LEON

GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-3204

PARKSIDE PLACE APARTMENTS

HVM GROESBECK LTD 603 PARKSIDE DR. GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-3155

APPLIANCE SALES

LONGBOTHAM FURNITURE 109 W. NAVASOTA GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-3809

AUTOMOTIVE

DICK SCOTT FORD, INC

315 N. SHERMAN ST.

MEXIA, TX 76667 (254) 562-3864

GROESBECK NAPA AUTO PARTS

116 N. ELLIS

GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-2165

M.A.R.S. AUTO CARE

1360 HWY 14 N. GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-2477

MIKE TERRY AUTO GROUP

1100 E. MILAM MEXIA, TX 76667 (254) 562-2846

S&S AG CENTER -

TIRE REPAIR & INSPECTIONS

1203 YEAGUA ST. GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-8008

BUILDERS

CREATIVE QUALITY BUILDERS

1326 HWY 14 N. GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-5551

CATERING SERVICES

BABY CLAY’S BBQ 4592 HWY14N MEXIA, TX 76667 (254) 355-3009

BILLY B’S SALE BARN CAFÉ

1401 HWY 164 E. GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-2253

JOE FRIDAY’S DINER

601 N MLK JR HWY MEXIA, TX 76667 (254) 472-5105

LOS PEPE’S

504 S. ELLIS GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-2796

MI RANCHO MEXICAN RESTAURANT

310 W. YEAGUA ST GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-2665

SUBWAY

102 N. ELLIS GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-2211

THE CHICKEN PLACE & TCP CATERING

504 BRIDGE ST. MARLIN, TX 76661 (254) 883-3630

Z-MAN’S BBQ

220 N. CALHOUN ST GROESBECK, TX 76642 (540) 550-4740 OR (703) 346-3653

CLEANERS

CLEAN CUT CLEANERS LLC

THE OPAL CACTUS BOUTIQUE

224 W. NAVASOTA GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 645-1352

COMMERCIAL RENTAL

PROPERTY

RJV PROPERTIES, LLC

P.O. BOX 515

GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 640-8884

COMMUNICATIONS

THE GROESBECK JOURNAL 115 N. ELLIS GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-5103

VYVE BROADBAND 515 W. TYLER ST. MEXIA, TX 76667 (254) 562-2872

CONVENIENCE STORES GROESBECK EXPRESS LLC 401 S. ELLIS ST. GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-2833

LAKE LIMESTONE STORE 6030 FM 937

GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-2247

STEVENS GROCERY

814 W. YEAGUA ST GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-2819

DANCE & GYMNASTICS STUDIO MOVE!

DANCE & MORE 1023 N. ELLIS GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-2090

DISTRIBUTORS

REN-CO CHEMICAL CO. 206 BROWNING GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-3150

ENERGY

ATMOS ENERGY 297 N. EARL RUDDER PKWY BRYAN, TX 77820 (979) 676-1018

CRESCENT PASS ENERGY 301 W. LONGBOTHAM GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-6000

NRG TEXAS LLC –LIMESTONE PLANT 3964 FM 39 JEWETT, TX 75846 (903) 626-9500

ONCOR ELECTRIC DELIVERY

COMPANY LLC

220 W. WALNUT ST. HILLSBORO, TX 76645 (254) 493-8341

EQUESTRIAN EVENT CENTER MEADOWCREEK PARK

1342 STATE HIGHWAY 14 KOSSE, TX 76653 (512) 423-3119

FINANCIAL CENTEX CITIZENS

CREDIT UNION

931 S. HWY 171 MEXIA, TX 76667 (254) 562-9296

CITIZENS STATE BANK

1330 WEST COMMERCE BUFFALO, TX 75831 (903) 322-4256

CITIZENS STATE BANK

411 S. ELLIS GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-3054

FARMERS STATE BANK

121 S. ELLIS GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-3272

FLORISTS

HENDERSON FLOWER SHOP

201 W. TRINITY GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-5136

FUNERAL HOMES

GROESBECK FUNERAL HOME 1215 E. YEAGUA GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-2525

FURNITURE

LONGBOTHAM FURNITURE

109 W. NAVASOTA GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-3809

GAMING/FAMILY CENTER

NEUROTHON GAMING CENTER

404 S. DR. J.B. RIGGS DR. GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 625-0625

GOVERNMENT/SCHOOLS

CITY OF GROESBECK

402 W. NAVASOTA ST. GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-3293

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GROESBECK ISD

P.O. BOX 559

GROESBECK, TX 76642 GROESBECKISD.NET 254-729-4100

HEART OF TEXAS

WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS

BUSINESS SERVICES UNIT

1416 SOUTH NEW ROAD

WACO, TX 76711 (254) 296-5201

LIMESTONE COUNTY

DISTRICT CLERK

CAROL JENKINS

P.O. BOX 230

GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-3206

GUNS & GUNSMITHS

BLACK CACTUS ARMORY

311 W. NAVASOTA

GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 255-4551 (254) 644-4507

HEALTH & WELLNESS CHIGLO CHIROPRACTIC

105 N. ELLIS

GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-2500

HARMONY MASSAGE

105 N. ELLIS STE. 2 GROESBECK, TX 76642 (206) 295-9565

NO FILTER

105 N. ELLIS ST. GROESBECK, TX 76642 (903) 388-4123

REVIVE HYDRATION AND WELLNESS, LLC.

105 N. ELLIS

GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 424-7808

INSURANCE

COFFEE INSURANCE AGENCY

309 E YEAGUA ST

GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-5005

INSURANCE LICENSING SERVICE OF AMERICA

111 N. RAILROAD GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-8002

JACKSON’S CENTRAL TEXAS INSURANCE PLUS, INC.

404 E. YEAGUA

GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-3940

LIMESTONE COUNTY

FARM BUREAU

405 W. YEAGUA

GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-3226

INTERNET/TECHNOLOGY SERVICES

UTILIZE I.T., INC. 1220 HINCHLIFFE RD. MEXIA, TX 76667 (254) 355-0386

INVESTMENT GROUPS REMNANT INVESTMENT GROUP, LLC

PO BOX 1933 RED OAK, TX 75154 (214) 810-3084

LAUNDRYMAT

GROESBECK COIN LAUNDRY 206 COLORADO GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 747-0196

LAWN SERVICES

ZEMAN’S LAWN SERVICES DALE ZEMAN 220 N. CALHOUN ST GROESBECK, TX 7664D2 (540) 550-4740 OR (703) 346-3653

LODGING & TRAVEL

OYO MOTEL 302 S. ELLIS ST. GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-3017

QUALITY INN & SUITES 1012 N. ELLIS ST. GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-0077

MEAT MARKETS/DELI BROOKSHIRE’S 519 E. YEAGUA GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-2797

STEVENS GROCERY 814 W. YEAGUA ST. GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-2819

MANUFACTURING FIBRIX 1002 N. ELLIS GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-3223

SANDCASTLE SEASONINGS 104 N. RAILROAD ST. GROESBECK, TX 76642 (512) 522-6091

MEDICAL SERVICES

AZURIS DIALYSIS

LIMESTONE COUNTY 901 MCCLINTIC DR. GROESBECK, TX 76642 817-832-2671

CARTER BLOODCARE 4332 W. WACO DR. WACO, TX 76710 (254) 399-9794

GROESBECK LTC 607 PARKSIDE DRIVE GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-3245

CROSS CREEK MEADOWS

EQUINE THERAPY & RETREAT CENTER 629 LCR 741 THORNTON, TX 76687 (254) 366-6783

MAG. INC. MUTAL ASSISTANCE GROUP www.mutualassistancegroupinc.com (254) 744-7692 (254) 255-4551

VOICES FOR CHILDREN, INC. CASA OF BRAZOS VALLEY 115 NORTH MAIN STREET BRYAN, TX 77803 (979) 822-9700

PET SITTING SERVICES BARK & BANG LLC PET SITTING SERVICE 345 LCR 412 GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-5806

PHOTOGRAPHY

SMITH FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHY 866A FM 39 S GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 275-8238

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

AMY WARD LAW OFFICE 209 E. PALESTINE ST. MEXIA, TX 76667 (254) 562-0700

R. SCOTT WILSON

ATTORNEY AT LAW PLLC 120 S. ELLIS ST. GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-3221

REED & REED LLP

217 W. STATE GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-2720

JULIA H. MORTON, PLLC

P.O. BOX 971 GROESBECK, TX 76642 (713) 501-5769

PRINTER.COPIER SERVICE

CTWP

3730 FRANKLIN AVE. WACO, TX 76710 (254) 752-0376

PUBLIC LIBRARY

GROESBECK PUBLIC LIBRARY 601 W. YEAGUA GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-3667

RECREATIONAL

FORT PARKER STATE PARK 3147 N. HWY 14 MEXIA, TX 76667 (254) 562-5751

OLD FORT PARKER

HISTORIC SITE

866 PARK ROAD 35 GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-5253

CONFEDERATE REUNION

GROUNDS

STATE HISTORIC SITE 1738 FM 2705 MEXIA, TX 76667 (254) 472-0959

MAC’S MARINE

LAKE LIMESTONE 1354 N. ELLIS ST. GROESBECK, TX 76642 254-203-6900

RESTAURANTS

BILLY B’S SALE BARN CAFÉ 1401 HWY 164 E. GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-2253

CRABBY CONES

513 S. WACO ST. GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 203-6189

JOE FRIDAY’S DINER

601 N MLK JR HWY MEXIA, TX 76667 (254) 472-5105

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LOS PEPE’S

504 S. ELLIS

GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-2796

MI RANCHO MEXICAN RESTAURANT

310 W. YEAGUA ST GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-2665

SUBWAY

102 N. ELLIS GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-2211

SONIC DRIVE-IN

303 N. ELLIS ST. GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-8989

THE CHICKEN PLACE & TCP CATERING

504 BRIDGE ST. MARLIN, TX 76661 (254) 883-3630

PIZZA HUT OF GROESBECK

408 S. DR. J.B. RIGGS DR. GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254)729-0344

REAL ESTATE

DIANA DIAZ

KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY

3705 W. WACO DR. WACO, TX 76710 (254) 625-0155

REALTY PLUS

311 E. YEAGUA (HWY 164) GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-5555

SADLER LAND & REALTY

204 E. YEAGUA ST. GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-5263

JOE ROSAS

HOMETOWN REALTY OF GROESBECK

239 LCR 407 GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 645-1333 RETAIL & SHOPPING

BROOKSHIRE’S

519 E. YEAGUA GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-2797

THE OPAL CACTUS BOUTIQUE CLEAN CUT CLEANERS LLC

224 W. NAVASOTA GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 645-1352

KYLE’S TRADING POST

701 N. ELLIS GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-3041

LONGBOTHAM FURNITURE

109 W. NAVASOTA GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-3809

NADINE’S

114 N. ELLIS ST. GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-8797

STEVENS GROCERY

814 YEAGUA ST. GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-2819

WOODSON LUMBER & HARDWARE

HWY 164 E. GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-2865

SANDCASTLE SEASONINGS

104 N. RAILROAD ST. GROESBECK, TX 76642 (512) 522-6091

SCENTSY - JODY BERRY MEXIA, TX 76642 (254) 645-0546 JODYBERRY.SCENTSY.US

SOUTHERN GRACE BY JOYOUS CREATIONS

501 S. ELLIS GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-2703

WOMEN AT THE WELL, TX CONSIGNMENT BOUTIQUE 103 W. NAVASOTA GROESBECK, TX 76642 (832) 880-7451 SENIOR SERVICES

LIMESTONE COUNTY SENIOR SERVICES 510 W. STATE ST. GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-5123

SERVICES CENTRAL TEXAS HYDRAULICS, LLC 211 W. SABINE GROESBECK, TX 76642 (713) 254-9185

KLEEN-AIR FILTER SERVICE & SALES 102 E. YEAGUA GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-0281

S&S MACHINING & FABRICATION 1331 N. ELLIS GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-3685

ELLISON STEEL, INC. 306 W. LONGBOTHAM DR. GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-2122

LIMESTONE COUNTY TITLE CO. 118 S. ELLIS GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-3806

FIRST TITLE OF LIMESTONE CO. 217 W. STATE ST. GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-2395

GROESBECK FUNERAL HOME 1215 E. YEAGUA GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-2525

STUDIO MOVE! DANCE & MORE 1023 N. ELLIS GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-2090

GROESBECK CAR WASH, LLC 401 N. ELLIS ST. GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-2004

U.S. MERCHANT PAYMENT SOLUTIONS, LLC 300 LCR 915 JEWETT, TX 75846 (512) 848-1069

GROESBECK PUBLIC LIBRARY 601 W. YEAGUA ST. GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-3667

ONCOR ELECTRIC DELIVERY 220 W. WALNUT ST. HILLSBORO, TX 76645 (254) 582-1800

SNOW CONES & TREATS

CRABBY CONES

513 S. WACO ST. GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 203-6189

TRAVEL SERVICES

CRUISING WITH THE COLES LLC THORNTON, TX 76687 www.cruisingwiththecoles.com 254-203-4348

TITLE COMPANIES

FIRST TITLE OF

LIMESTONE COUNTY

217 W. STATE ST. GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-2395

LIMESTONE COUNTY

TITLE COMPANY

118 S. ELLIS GROESBECK, TX 76642 (254) 729-3806

INDIVIDUAL MEMBERS & COUPLES

BONNIE TURNBOBANKERS LIFE INS. CAROL S. JENKINS

CLIF FOX

DR. JAMES B. COWLEY DENNIS & KAREN WILSON

GINGER FRITZ

JAYAR MEDLOCK

JIM & RENEE BIVENS

JOAN MCENTYRE

JOE & MARY BELLE LEACH KARMEN HOFFPAUIR

LARRY SMITH

LYNN RALEY

MRS. FORREST KENNEDY

MR. JAMES FEWELL

MELVIN R. & JERRI O’DOCHARTY

MARTHA STANTON

NANCY HARRELL

PENNY & ARNOLD GRAY ROBERT ZEMAN

SCOOTER KENNEDY TOM HAWKINS

THE GROESBECK CHAMBER OF COMMERCE INVITES YOU TO JOIN US IN OUR ENDEAVOR TO BUILD A WONDERFUL COMMUNITY. WE WOULD LOVE TO HAVE YOU JOIN WITH US TO ACCOMPLISH ALL OUR GOALS. CALL THE CHAMBER OFFICE AT 254-729-3894 OR GO ONLINE TO OUR WEBSITE.

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www.groesbeckchamber.com 19 You have a Use your Tell your doctor you CHOICE VOICE CHOOSE LMC RECOVER FROM STROKE OR SURGERY We provide Skilled Nursing • In-Patient Rehab • Out-Patient Rehab • Speech Therapy • Rehab with us after Heart Surgery • Hip, Knee, Shoulder Surgery 701 McClintic Drive Groesbeck, Texas 254.729.3281 www.lmchospital.com USE YOUR VOICE...CHOOSE LMC! CLOSE TO HOME LMC IS HERE FOR YOU!! We provide Skilled Nursing • In-Patient Rehab • Out-Patient Rehab • Speech Therapy Rehab with us after Heart Surgery • Hip, Knee, Shoulder Surgery • Radiology Exams • Laboratory Testing AVAILABLE ONLINE! Breaking News, Updates, Photos & more! www.groesbeckjournal.com Free to all Print Subscribers! Online Edition Only Available. Groesbeck Journal CHAMBER DIRECTORS NEEDED! The Chamber of Commerce Board invites you to join us in our endeavors! We would love to have you join us to accomplish all our goals. Please call the Chamber office at 254-729-3894 or go online at: www.groesbeckchamber.com Our monthly board meetings are on the first Tuesday of each month at 12 noon at the Groesbeck Convention Center.

GROESBECK

GROESBECK FALL/HALLOWEEN DECORATING CONTEST

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Chamber

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ANNUAL

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Contest is open to businesses and residents inside the city limits of Groesbeck only. Anonymous judges will vote by mid-December.The final day to enter the contest is Friday, Dec. 16. Winners will be published in the Groesbeck Journal and receive a special trophy keepsake.

If you would like to be entered into the contest please contact the Groesbeck Chamber of Commerce at 254-729-3894 or email

Light Contest

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will be announced the week of Christmas.

FALL HOLIDAY MARKET NOVEMBER 19 9 A.M. - 2 P.M. Groesbeck Convention Center Sponsored by the Groesbeck Chamber of Commerce For booth rentals, please contact FALL FAMILY FUN NIGHT DOWNTOWN GROESBECK- CITY HALL SQUARE NAVASOTA ST. & WACO ST. OCTOBER 29 th •5-8 PM HOSTED BY THE GROESBECK CHAMBER OF COMMERCE & CITY OF GROESBECK TRUNK-OR-TREAT • KID GAMES •MUSIC PHOTO OPPS • FACE PAINTING AND MORE! BEST COSTUME CONTEST (FOR ALL AGE GROUPS) MOVIE IN THE SQUARE - HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA -FREE FOR THE COMMUNITY EVENTALL BUSINESSES & ORGANIZATIONS ARE INVITED TO PARTICIPATE & HOST A BOOTH OR GAME OF THEIR CHOICE! FIRST CHOICE, FIRST CHANCE. SO GET YOUR GAME BOOTH RESERVED TODAY. CALL THE CHAMBER AT 254-729-3894.

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