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Kelly Hall President/CEO 903.237.4004 khall@longviewtx.com
Ana Suriano New Membership Sales & Retention 903.237.4009 asuriano@longviewtx.com
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Suzanne Brown Tuma Senior Vice President 903.237.4003 sbrown@longviewtx.com
Spencer Sallee Development Officer 903.237.4013 ssallee@longviewtx.com
David Jochum Business & Leadership Development Director 903.237.4023 djochum@longviewtx.com
Shawna Stewart Investor Relations 903.237.4000 sstewart@longviewtx.com
Susan Roberts Investor Relations 903.237.4000 sroberts@longviewtx.com
Sales Tax Debate Rule 3.334.......................................................... 6 Small Business Solutions Luncheon................................................ 8 40 Under 40............................................................................... 10 Leadership Longview.................................................................... 11 State of the County...................................................................... 12 LongviewNOW!............................................................................ 12 Ribbon Cuttings & Anniversaries................................................... 14 Inserts........................................................................................ 15
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4.................. .Ribbon Cutting .Graciously Broken Ministries
13-14........... InterCity Visit - Charlotte, NC
5.................. .Leadership Longview .Informational Session 6.................. .Ribbon Cutting .Kasha Williams State Farm
16................ State of the County 21................ Business After Hours Kratom King Current Calendar of Events. [ CLICK HERE ]
9.................. .Ribbon Cutting .The Kokomo Theatre, LLC
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12................ .Small Business Solutions .Luncheon
2022 Officers Kevin Hood Chairman of the Board Texas Bank and Trust Jessica LaRue Chairman Elect Harbour Smith Harris & Merritt PC Dana Parr Past Chairman of the Board Advanta Insurance Partners Travis Sisson Vice Chairman of Finance Longview Regional Medical Center
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Brian Daugbjerg Vice Chairman Longview Scrap & Metal Company
24................ .Business After Hours .PDQ America 25................ .Leadership Development .Strength Finders Workshop
Sam Neale Vice Chairman Napps Technology Corporation Gerald Rincher Vice Chairman Komatsu Mining Corporation
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Charlotte, North Carolina Each year, the Longview Chamber assembles a delegation of approximately 30-40 community leaders to visit a peer city and learn best practices. InterCity Visits are an opportunity for Chamber members and staff, elected officials, business leaders, educational administrators, young professionals, and regional partners to gather ideas and insights from cities overcoming challenges similar to our own.
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How the Chamber Works Behind the Scenes on Your Behalf! Origin vs Destination Sales Tax Sourcing Debate ............................................................
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sn’t it something how statements like, “we simply don’t know what we don’t know,” hit us hard when facing a potential issue or predicament? In February 2021 we realized we had not stayed on top of a critical issue that may impact YOUR business. Have you heard about the State Comptroller’s updated Rule 3.334 or the ORIGIN versus DESTINATION SOURCING FOR SALES TAX? Currently, we are focused on the potential changes in your operations related to Rule 3.334.
Background on 3.334 In January 2020, the Comptroller proposed rule changes for Rule 3.334 with public hearings in February 2020. In May of 2020 the Comptroller of Public Accounts updated and adopted Rule 3.334 which changes sale tax sourcing from Origin Based to Destination Based. Rule changes focused on the definition of “place of business of seller.” The definition now clearly states that’s sales personnel of the seller must be present for a location to be considered a place of business of seller. Where is Rule 3.334 today? There is no clear-cut answer as of this writing. There is a temporary injunction in place due to two (2) pending lawsuits. The current injunction prohibits the state from implementing a subsection of the new sales tax sourcing rule, pending a final hearing. What is the bottom line for businesses? Businesses need to prepare for potential changes in the way they remit sales taxes. This rule will change how businesses assess and collect sales tax for purchases made online from the current “origin basis” to the “destination “basis”.
We are aware of five (5) options for businesses to comply with the rule change. 1. Single transaction or customer search: The Texas Comptroller has a free online tool where a seller can look up the delivery address of each customer/shipping location and calculate the appropriate sales tax rate and jurisdiction codes for the sale. The seller would then track and file his/her sales tax report to the Comptroller with a listing of each jurisdiction and the amount collected and reported to those jurisdictions each month.
[ More Information ] https://mycpa.cpa.state.tx.us/atj/
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2. Download the Comptroller’s database: A Seller may download the Comptroller’s rate and boundary database free of charge! Sellers would then integrate the database into an existing point of sale or tax compliance system. The Comptroller will provide updates on a quarterly basis as those destination boundaries and tax rates change. The cost to integrate the free database into a seller’s system and maintain quarterly updates is the responsibility of the business/seller. Return preparation and filing also remains the seller’s responsibility.
[ Download the database ] https://mycpa.cpa.state.tx.us/atj/ 3. Integrate a third-party solution: There are multiple vendors that can help your business process and file your sales tax returns. These providers maintain the Comptroller’s database and help a seller determine the correct jurisdiction and sales tax to charge on each transaction. These providers have different cost structures but often involve a setup charge, annual maintenance fee, and a per-transaction fee. These fees cover sales tax return preparation and monthly filing, and the costs associated with this are the responsibility of the business/seller.
[ Sample of Tax Compliance Software Companies ] https://www.taxjar.com/ https://www.vertexinc.com/ https://www.avalara.com/us/en/index.html https://taxcloud.com/pricing 4. Migrate your delivery business to a sales platform: Many smaller companies that do not have the financial resources to implement options 2 or 3 above can migrate their delivery sales to a marketplace platform. Companies like Amazon, Etsy, DoorDash,and GrubHub, will absorb and take over your tax liability. These firms generally charge a commission and fees for selling on their platforms. A Texas seller utilizing this option will need to consider how these fees and commissions will impact their profit margins. 5. Ignore the change: Some small businesses may ignore the required change and hope they don’t get audited or sued. The Texas Comptroller historically only audits fewer than 5% of sales tax permit holders. There may be a penalty and interest liability from the Comptroller for those sellers who are not implementing the change. A separate risk exists from plaintiff lawyers that may file suit on behalf of customers that were charged the incorrect sales tax amount.
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An administrative agency making this kind of fundamental change to tax laws hamstrings our community’s efforts to attract new businesses.
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What has and continues to be done by YOUR chamber? Your Chamber is still actively working with Chambers and Cities from around the state to clarify if and when this rule change is taking effect. • Began working with chambers and cities that opposed the rule change in the fall of 2020. • In the 2021 regular session of the 87th Texas Legislature we hosted webinars, helped align chambers and municipalities to kill HB4072 which would have made ALL products delivered to a location subject to destination basis sales tax-not just online purchases. • We are continuing to communicate with state elected officials on the impact of Rule 3.334 on our municipalities and the cost businesses are going to have to incur if the injunction doesn’t appeal the language. • We will continue to recommend change if the comptroller wants to implement the new provisions. We are asking they order an independent study of the financial implications of changing local sales tax sourcing from origin based to destination-based on local municipalities, small business, and entrepreneurs. The financing and recommendations on the next steps must be reported to the 88th Texas Legislature for consideration before any changes are made to the state’s longstanding origin-based local sales tax sourcing.
“ We are committed to promoting and protecting the interests of our Longview area businesses through investigating legislative initiatives at the local, state, and federal levels. Combining our local voice with other chambers across the state, leads to successful and impactful representation.”
KELLY HALL CCE, IOM, MSL President/CEO Longview Chamber of Commerce For more information about Rule 3.334 accompanying article on page 6. Back to What’s Inside?
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Are You Aware of the Pending Sales Tax Sourcing Changes! Texas Comptroller Rule 3.334
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............................................................ n January 2020, the Comptroller proposed rule changes for Rule 3.334 with public hearings in February 2020. In May of 2020 the Comptroller of Public Accounts updated and adopted a new version of Rule 3.334 which changes sales tax sourcing from Origin Based to Destination Based for Texas sellers with an online presence.
This result is tied to changes in the definition of “place of business of seller”. That definition now provides, contrary to the statutory definition, that sales personnel of the seller must receive an order for a location to be considered a place of business of the seller. Additionally, the rule changes also mandate, contrary to past practice, that orders placed on the Internet can never be received by sales personnel. These rule changes were proposed and adopted despite no change in the statutory language on which the rules are supposed to be based. As a result of this change, if an order is not received by sales personnel, such as Internet orders, the local community supplying the ordered good will lose local sales tax it previously received and the community where the purchaser lives will gain local sales tax it had never previously received.
Concerns and actions by City Municipalities due to the updated version of Tex. Admin. Code 3.334. • Shifts the sourcing of local sales tax income for almost all cities in Texas. There will be a drop in the amount of local sales tax overall. Any gain will be insignificant. Several local jurisdictions project a dramatic loss in local sales tax revenue. • Jurisdictions have the authority to provide sales tax based incentives to companies ranging from Fortune 100 down to Main Street storefronts. With many purchases under new Rule 3.334 being sourced to the location of the purchaser’s address, municipalities are questioning if the commitments they made to incentivize companies will be grandfathered. If they aren’t, what happens to them? • In July 2021 the Cities of Carrollton, Coppell, DeSoto, Farmer’s Branch, and Humble, and separately, the City of Round Rock filed suits against Glenn Hegar in his official capacity as the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts to reverse the parts of Rule 3.334 that are not supported by Texas Statutes and to invalidate the rule on procedural grounds. These suits were filed in state court in Travis County. In August 2021 after arguments were made before the 250th Civil District Court, the Comptroller’s Office agreed to a temporary injunction to delay enforcement of those provisions of Rule 3.334 that were scheduled to go into effect October 1, 2021.
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Legislative Response. Apparently recognizing that the Comptroller’s changes to Rule 3.334 are at odds with the statutes governing the allocation of local sales tax, the Chairman of the House Ways & Means Committee in the last session sought to change the law to move Texas from Origin Sourcing to Destination Sourcing. He was unsuccessful. He is trying again, leading an interim hearing of the Committee looking at such a switch. If he is successful, all local taxes will be remitted to the local jurisdiction where the purchaser takes possession of the item. Such a result would be a massive change.
Proponents Of Destination Sourcing. • Makes sales tax distribution follow the purchaser rather than the seller • Some communities (rural, bedroom, affluent) believe they will receive more sales tax • In the United States, 35 of the 50 states already have Destination Based Tax Sourcing • Taxation without representation. Should only have to pay the taxes at the purchaser’s residence
Opponents Of Switching and Maintaining Origin Sourcing. • Requires businesses to be responsible to 1,698 different taxing jurisdictions • No study has been done to determine what the true impacts will be in switching • Changes decades of tax policy – which has helped make Texas the 9th Largest Economy by GDP in the world • Is Complex and Burdensome to business • Takes away funding from municipalities for basic city services like roadways, public safety, and other general revenue items because you are taking away the funding source • Increased initial and annual cost incurred by businesses to implement
The costs of doing business in Texas will become more expensive. Businesses will have to determine which option(s) to manage the destination burden work best in their environment.
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What is the Risk to Municipalities? No City can fully evaluate the impact of the changes to their tax base due to the complexities of each of the rules. Assuming that a City could get every taxable business in their town to understand the proposed rules and then indicate the degree to which each rule would impact their existing tax returns, it is still impossible for any City to know just how much sales tax they would receive from businesses located in other jurisdictions. Therefore, every City is guessing whether the change would be positive or negative, but it is simply a guess.
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Based on the diversity of income streams cities have it is safe to say that some cities with high residential bases and minimal commercial will be winners and those that have the heavy commercial and low residential will be losers, but until some meaningful effort is made by the Comptroller to define those impacts, no one can truly know which city is which.
Jurisdictions that provide incentives from sales taxes to attract, retain, and expand businesses may lose a critical tool to grow jobs.
What is the Bottom Line for Businesses? Businesses who collect sales tax and deliver services and or items outside of the taxing jurisdiction where they conduct business will be responsible for submitting sales tax to the community that is the destination for the good or service on each separate invoice. Businesses must be prepared to incur additional administrative costs to do business from this new administrative requirement and unfunded mandate imposed by the Comptroller. While there are software programs that can be subscribed to and/or purchased to help manage this burden, it seems an unnecessary imposition. Yes, the comptroller provides quarterly updates that can be downloaded by the business, or the company can contract out to manage their financials and tax collection obligation. However, the question remains why a business should be forced to incur new administrative costs (time and money) that doesn’t help it generate any new sales or profit.
Business leaders seek communities that provide stable tax environments that will allow for financial incentive agreements based on long-term, mutually beneficial relationships with the city and private sector.
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“Small Business isn’t for the faint of heart. It’s for the brave, the patient, and the persistent. It’s for the overcomer.” hree “overcomers” will be recognized at the Chamber’s annual Small Business Solutions Luncheon, presented by Starfish Ad Age, on Thursday, May 12, 2022 at 11:30 am. This event, conducted annually during or close to Small Business Week, will feature the following award recipients. Patterson Nissan will receive the Small Business of the Year Award, Cace Kitchen will receive the Family Owned Business of the Year Award, and Operation Unbroken will receive the Veteran Owned Business of the Year Award. These business each have under 100 employees, have operated in Longview for multiple years, and have overcome many challenges along the way. While every small business in existence in our community deserves an award just for making it through COVID and our local “snowmageddon,” these businesses were chosen to highlight their unique story by way of videos being produced for the luncheon.
In addition to the awards, the luncheon includes a very informative panel
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Mr. Ed Curtis, the author of Why Texas:
Mr. Aaron Demerson, the Commis-
Glen Hamer, President and CEO of
How Business Discovered the Lone Star State. Ed also co-hosts the CEO Insider Podcast and is a frequent guest and contributor to the Fox Business Channel, CNN Money and several Texas business publications.
sioner Representing Employers for the Texas Workforce Commission. Prior to employment at the Texas Workforce Commission, he served as a Senior Advisor to Governor Rick Perry and Executive Director of the Economic Development & Tourism Division in the Governor’s Office, leading a team that marketed the State of Texas as a premier destination for both business and travel.
the Texas Association of Business. Prior to coming to Texas, Glen served for 14 years as the CEO of the Arizona Chamber of Commerce.
The Small Business Solutions Luncheon takes place at Pinecrest Country Club on May 12, 2022.
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Sometimes when promoting a new initiative, the words from participants are more power than any sells. Check out what 40 Under 40 participants are saying…. Time is a precious resource. We don’t know how much we have, and there’s only so much of it in our lifetime. Investing my time to participate in the Longview Chamber’s 40 under 40 adds value to my personal and professional life and gives me the opportunity to engage, reflect, and connect, peer-to-peer with other local business leaders. My biggest takeaway is learning to take small steps to create a transformative trajectory in my life and wellbeing. Have fun along the way!
Nick Bowen Financial Advisor Ware Financial Services The 40 under 40 program is beneficial to young business professionals in the sense that it provides insight into different proactive solutions to establishing a long-lasting, successful business career. On top of that, the program is a great way to connect with other young professionals in Longview.
Matthew McDaniel Assistant Vice President and Portfolio Manager Texas Bank and Trust 40 under 40 has been a great tool to facilitate collaboration with like-minded leaders who share a passion for growth and inclusion. I have been able to connect with leaders to build a better community. Being able to have such a diverse group of individuals, we can share new and innovative ideas, implement change, and deliver quality results.
Samuel Doom III AVP, Customer Care/Solutions Mr. Cooper I joined 40 under 40 because I believe it to be a wonderful opportunity to expand on the skills and knowledge necessary to be better not only in business but in personal and family growth as well. It is also a more personal way to meet new, like-minded individuals. I have made new connections with people I hope to grow closer with over the rest of the series. Vicki did a fantastic job explaining the importance of our own well-being so that we would then be able to share our overflow with others. This was a pretty important point that I truly plan on focusing on in my own life. It not only is important in work but more importantly with family and friends.
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Dawnelle Priddy Owner Priddy Design Construction We hope you will participate in the 40 Under 40 Executive Network Series. This program is designed to provide young professionals the opportunity to gather and grow personally and professionally through leadership training and relationship building. This past April the first workshop featured Dr. Vicki Johnson who walked participants through how to measure the aspects of wellbeing; spiritual, physical, relational creative, vocational, and self-accountability. ...................................................................................................... Two additional workshops are scheduled for 2022! Be sure and check out the programs slated for August 24th and November 30th. Registration is available online and if you act now bundle pricing of $70 is available or each session is only $40. Be sure and register today!
EXECUTIVE CONNECT SERIES 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Pinecrest Country Club More Information Here [ LongviewChamber.com ] $40 per session | 2 sessions package $70
August 24 Guest Speaker: Steve Clugston, PTISD Superintendent
November 30 Kelly Belt, Co-Owner of Action Coach
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Leadership Longview Project Provides Opportunity for Giving Back
Leadership development takes place through a variety of avenues by participating in Leadership Longview. There is world-class leadership development to start each class day. Team building and project management, as well as learning about the strengths of other personalities comes to light through project management and execution. Then, for those who wish to take their development further, there are opportunities post-class participation in the program. It’s a unique combination that provides the ability for leadership maturity.
“The opportunity to learn, grow and serve in our community alongside such an amazing group of leaders has truly been an honor and such a humbling experience that I will always be grateful for. If you want to learn more about Longview and be involved in the community you live in, sign up for the Chamber’s next Leadership Longview class. I promise you won’t regret it.” – Sarah Bell.
And the program has the added benefit of stability. Leadership Longview has been positively impacting the community for 40 years. 2022 class members had this to say about the program: “Leadership Longview is an outstanding East Texas resource for leader development, relationship building, and the meaningful, tangible contributions through its annual project focused on a local nonprofit. As leaders within the community, it is a joy to recognize and encourage others to participate in Leadership Longview--applications will be accepted this summer through the Chamber of Commerce website--and to work closely with industry icons who invest in the development, growth, and success of Longview, Texas.” – Anne Selin. ...................................................................................................................................................
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Leadership Longview has been an eye-opening experience in a multitude of ways. It’s amazing how fast strangers can become trustworthy teammates with an impactful purpose and organized effort. The class days provide an excellent way to be introduced to what happens in the community and the leaders and facilitators are top quality. No matter your background or professional experience, there’s a place for you to make an impact for others. If you have a doubt about how you and your community can improve, Leadership Longview will show you what’s possible.
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Leadership Longview is a ninemonth program of leadership development open to both members and non-members of the Longview Chamber of Commerce. Class members are chosen through an application process that begins in May. To apply or learn more, contact Dave Jochum at 903-237-4023 or djochum@longviewtx.com.
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LongviewNOW! Podcast Meet the People doing Amazing Work in Longview
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11:30 am - 1:00 pm Infinity Event Center 300 Tuttle Circle | Longview
Cost: $35 pp member | Tables of 8 $600 [ click for information ] Upcoming State of Series events presented by Conterra Networks. • STATE OF ‘EDUCATION’............. August 10 • STATE OF ‘HEALTHCARE’........... TBD in October
The Longview Chamber of Commerce believes we must work together to build a strong and vibrant place that we call home. We serve as the catalyst for change that ignites business growth and inspires possibilities. We do that by connecting people who collaborate with the community to make smart decisions that move us forward. The Longview NOW! Podcast will give you the opportunity to meet the people who are already doing amazing work for the people of Longview. Through the Coffee Conversations with Kelly Hall, President and CEO of the Longview Chamber, you’ll hear stories about how things get done in our city, and how you can be involved in its continued growth! The LongviewNOW! toolkit was created for employers to use in the attraction and retention of talent in our trade area. The toolkit showcases what makes this area a great place to live, work, and play through our bi-annual digital magazine, videos, and website. The Longview Chamber believes in Leading Prosperity and Leading People! That is why we continue to provide tools for companies to use in the talent war.
• STATE OF THE ‘CITY’................. November 9
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Hibu Digital Marketing Solutions 10138 E Lakeshore Dr Tyler, Texas 75709 727-403-0878 http://www.hibu.com/
Bug Police 706 Noel Dr Longview, Texas 75602 903-553-9003 http://www.thebugpolice.com/
Crumbl Cookies 3084 N Eastman Rd Longview, Texas 75605 430-215-3144 https://crumblcookies.com/txlongview
Studio L Salon 3394 HWY 259 N Suite 2 Longview, Texas 75605 903-758-2800 https://studiolsalontx.com
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NEW MEMBERS CLICK ON business names to link to Chamber directory information or link directly to their business website. Alfa Quality Painting 903-220-2226 405 W Fairlane Dr Longview, Texas 75604 www.facebook.com/Alfaqualitypainting
BXC Roofing 903-320 - 3030 3015 Old Henderson Hwy Tyler Texas 75707 https://bxcroofing.com/
East Texas Nursing Academy 903-733-0973 2009 S Mobberly Ave Longview Texas 75602 www.easttexasnursingacademy.com
Alpstra 318-458-1484 1517 Mountainview Rd N Winona, Texas 75792 www.alpstra.com
Cambridge Preparatory School 903-238 - 3170 5533 W Loop 281 Longview Texas 75602 https://www.facebook.com/cambridgeprep1/?_rdr
Flood Out Restoration 903-235-2969 515 Delia Dr Longview Texas 75601 www.floodoutrestoration.com
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CMC Neptune 903-630-7487 4000 S Park Tyler Texas 75703 https://neptunenow.com/
Marco’s Pizza 903-704-4900 1753 W Loop 281 Longview Texas 75604 www.marcos.com
Colonial Life - Jessica Quinn 903-399-3657 231 Brookside Dr Longview Texas 75602 https://www.coloniallife.com/
The Kokomo Theatre LLC 903-918 - 2132 2400 West Marshall Avenue Longview Texas 75604 www.kokomotheatre.com
Bug Police 903-285-8008 P O Box 8362 Longview Texas 75607 www.thebugpolice.com
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MILESTONE ANNIVERSARIES MAY / JUNE 2022 5 Years
Roof-Care Inc GZ Asian Bistro (Goung Zhou) Keebaugh & Company, LLC-Full Service Real Estate Barksdale Federal Credit Union - Pine Tree
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Evergreen Life Services
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Southside Bank Johnson & Pace Incorporated
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Partners in Prevention
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Freeman Mills PC - Brian Bunt Lamar Advertising
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Leach Property Management
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Rooker, Downing & Booth Insurance
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Satterwhite Log Homes Spring Hill State Bank
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