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CATALYST September 2021
NEWSLETTER HIGHLIGHTS... NEWSLETTER HIGHLIGHTS...
The Columbus Area Chamber of Commerce and Habitat for Humanity of Columbus, NE, are excited to invite you to the 21st annual Taste of Columbus! The annual fundraiser allows attendees to sample area restaurants and food vendors, and various area vineyards. There will also be a variety of silent and live auction items donated by area businesses. Proceeds from the event are divided equally between Habitat for Humanity of Columbus and the Columbus Area Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber’s funds go
towards the community development activities of the organization, such as Columbus Days and Red, White, KaBoom! Habitat for Humanity of Columbus’ proceeds will go towards their New Hope 2 development. A nonprofit organization is selected each year by the Chamber’s Board of Directors through an application process. After hosting last year’s Taste of Columbus virtually, we expect tickets to go quickly for this year’s event, so don’t miss out. The event will also have a live stream option for those that do not wish to attend in person but still want to be involved. Contact the Chamber for more information on the live stream option.
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Get Your Tickets Before They Are Gone!
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Hospitality sponsors provide beverages for meetings held at the Chamber. In exchange, a sponsor is given a table to showcase their business in the board room. *Lobby Sponsors are also available! Call Sandie Fischer at (402) 564-2769 to showcase your business in the Chamber lobby.
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Columbus Community HospitalColumbus Community HospitalThe 2021 Taste of Columbus event will be held Oct. 10 at The 2021 Taste of Columbus event will be held Oct. 10 at the Ramada and will benefit Habitat for Humanity and the the Ramada and will benefit Habitat for Humanity and the Columbus Area Chamber of Commerce. This year’s event is Columbus Area Chamber of Commerce. This year’s event is led by led by committee chairs Lori Peters and Lynda Lemp. Contact committee chairs Lori Peters and Lynda Lemp. Contact the Columbus Area Chamber for more information. the Columbus Area Chamber for more information.
Take a look at our 2021 Taste of Columbus raffle item! This Take a look at our 2021 Taste of Columbus raffle item! This 7-Piece Modular Outdoor Wicker Sectional and set of 2 7-Piece Modular Outdoor Wicker Sectional and set of 2 Wicker Storage Ottomans Wicker Storage Ottomans could be yours when you buy 1 could be yours when you buy 1 ticket for $10 or 3 for $25!ticket for $10 or 3 for $25!
Taste of Columbus Raffle
Impressive Labor Force GrowthI might be the only person in the country to hyperventilate when I see our unemployment rate has dropped to 1.7%. While this is fantastic news for job seekers and the overall employment situation, to me it means there are only 296 receiving unemployment while more than 2,000 job titles advertised.
The total number of people in our local labor force has recovered to pre-pandemic status, matching 2019's levels. Which means we have the most people we’ve seen in our labor force since 2013.
The US Census numbers reveal Columbus and Platte County are growing. Columbus’ population grew 8.7% in ten years to 24,028, making it one of the fastest growing rural cities in Nebraska. Platte County grew 6.4% to 32,296 people.
This news is a huge win for us, but there is still so much work to be done. I am encouraged by reports of large numbers of people across the country who are looking for a better job and a better life. These people are
seeking a better work / life balance, safer communities, and better schools. These are all things we offer. Short commute times, outstanding healthcare, low utility costs, and abundant groundwater. The very things we enjoy and take for granted are the amenities today’s workforce are seeking.
Help me deliver the message of opportunity and outstanding quality of life. Together, we are an army of influence and information. Let’s all work together to tell the country our story. “We have what you’re looking for!”
Kara AsmusDrive for Five Director
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Mark Your Calendars Mark Your Calendars
Sunday, October 10, 2021from four-thirty until eight-thirty in the eveningRamada-Columbus & River’s Edge Convention Center
265 33rd Avenue | Columbus
This spectacular event will feature area food vendors and wine experts offering enticing cuisine, and an exceptional selection of silent and royal auction items.
Advanced tickets available until Friday, October 8th Individual: $35 | Reserved tables of 9: $375.
Tickets, if available, will be $50 the day of the event.
This event will benefit the Columbus Area Chamber of Commerce& Habitat for Humanity of Columbus, NE.
2021 Taste of Columbus Chairs:Lori Peters and Lynda Lemp
I would like to order _____ tickets @ $35I would like to order _____ tables of 9 @ $375
Name: ______________________________________________________________
Address: ____________________________________________________________
_____ Payment enclosed _____ Please bill me(Checks made payable to Columbus Community Foundation)
Return to Columbus Area Chamber of Commerce | 753 33rd Ave. Columbus, NE 68601 Or order Online: www.thecolumbuspage.com | Phone: 402-564-2769 | Fax: 402-564-2026
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Corporate Sponsors
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Membership Strong Membership Strong
Edgewood Vista - Member Visit3386 53rd Ave, Columbus, NE
(402) 564-3785
Busy Bug Thrift & Things - Ribbon Cutting 2511 12th Street, Columbus, NE
(402) 606-6328
Commodore Visits
FRC Housing, LLC - Ribbon Cutting3116 18th Street, Columbus, NE
(308) 946-3826
-- Upcoming Visits ---- Upcoming Visits --• • VyveVyve• • Wendy'sWendy's• • Columbus Community Hospital Columbus Community Hospital
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To schedule a Commodore Visit contact Sharyle Sands To schedule a Commodore Visit contact Sharyle Sands at the Chamber office (402) 564-2769 or email at the Chamber office (402) 564-2769 or email
[email protected] [email protected]
Commodores in Action!
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Chamber Investors - Thank You! Chamber Investors - Thank You!
TThank you to all our members! Your contributions mean a strong community.hank you to all our members! Your contributions mean a strong community.If you know a business that would be a great addition to the Chamber, get ahold of us!If you know a business that would be a great addition to the Chamber, get ahold of us!We'd love to personally invite them to join and become part of our great membership.We'd love to personally invite them to join and become part of our great membership.
FRC Housing, LLC3116 18th Street, Columbus, NE
(308) 946-3826
Packers Sanitation Services, Inc.824 S 7th Street, Norfolk, NE
(608) 568-3413 | www.pssi.com
New Members - WELCOME to our Chamber!
July 2021 Investors
Remember When Photo & VideoColumbus, NE | 402-750-2092
www.rememberwhenphotovideo.com
Amigo's, Doug Samuelson Applied Connective Technologies, Ed KnottAudio Video Specialist, Jesse Spike Awards & Engraving, Larry Korger BankFirst, Jeanne Jones Behavioral Health Specialists, Inc. Seeke, Brian Samek Bertsch, TomCech Excavating, LLC, Rick and Lance Cech Central Confinement Service LLC, Paula Buresh Chad's Collision Center, Chad Dallman Choice Transport, LLC, Heidi Loop CK Grill & Bar, Kenny Kallenbach Columbus Area Human Resources Association, Jon Rauner Columbus Community Hospital Foundation, Cori Fullner Columbus Morning Rotary Club, Ken Curry Columbus Physical Therapy, P.C., Steve Line Columbus Public Library Foundation, Tom Kreber Columbus Screen Printing Inc., Tom Schwank Country Lane Gardens, Annette Hellbusch Dakota Mac, Nick Luchsinger Daniels Produce, Andy & Tannie Daniels Eagles Aerie #1834, Dennis Micek EZ Nutrition Consulting, Elaine Farley-Zoucha Gene Steffy Ford, Joe Steffensmeier Glur's Roofing, Mike Glur Grant and Grant, Clark Grant
Hirschbrunner, DennisHoliday Inn Express Hotel & Suites, Dan Groene Inked Screen Printing and Apparel, Joe Marksmeier Jimko Machine Products, James Jenkinson Jones Properties LLC, Gary Jones Lohr, John & KathleenLynette's Dance Studio, Lynette Hogelin M. L. Smith Law Office, LLC, Morgan Eskra Midwest Right-of-Way Services, Jack Borgmeyer Mosaic, Tracey Schlegel Mulder, JeffreyNebraska Energy Federal Credit Union, Julie Haney Parkview Rentals, Jaclyn Ross Pillen, TomRed Door Designs, Sharyle Sands S&S Homes, Inc., Scott Zegar Sammy's Superheroes Foundation, Alyssa Hogeland Sandy Pine Systems, Inc., Deanna Roth Schieffer Signs, Tim Schieffer Simon House, Lucy Lutjelusche Slumberland Furniture, Scott Bales State Farm Insurance, Justin Kenney Strategic Impact Plus, LLC, Kelli Faltys Summit Heartland, LLC, Denny Sliva Thompson Driving Academy, Bret Thompson Top Stitch Upholstery, Matt & Heather Giffrow Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, Patty Swirczek Tucker Masonry Co., Paul Tucker U.S. 30 Speedway, Bobby & Janelle Lincoln
Columbus, Nebraska
FRC Housing
Columbus Area Chamber of Commerce753 33rd Ave.
Columbus, NE 68601-6427402.564.2769 Fax: 402.564.2026
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CALENDAR OF EVENTSSEPTEMBER 2021
1 Envision Columbus Community Meeting 1470 23rd Ave 8:00 a.m.2 Commodore Call: Vyve Chamber 10:00 a.m.3 Commodore Call: Wendy’s Ribbon Cutting 3018 23rd St 10:00 a.m. Streetscaping Committee Chamber/Zoom 11:00 a.m.6 Labor Day Chamber Closed All Day7 Drive for Five Committee Chamber/Zoom 7:00 a.m.8 Quality of Life Committee Chamber/Zoom 8:00 a.m. Entrepreneurship Committee Chamber/Zoom 9:00 a.m. Youth Leadership Columbus Chamber 11:00 a.m.9 Commodore Call: Columbus Community Hospital 4600 38th St 10:00 a.m. 14 Housing Committee Chamber/Zoom 9:00 a.m. Taste of Columbus Committee Chamber/Zoom 12:00 p.m.15 Branding Committee Chamber/Zoom 10:00 a.m. Admirals Picket Fence 12:00 p.m.16 Industrial Leaders Breakfast Wunderlich’s 7:00 a.m. Transportation Committee Ramada 12:00 p.m.21 Finance Committee Chamber/Zoom 7:00 a.m. Columbus Days Committee Chamber/Zoom 10:30 a.m.24 Agribusiness Committee Stack N’ Steak 7:00 a.m.27 Engaging Diversity Committee Chamber/Zoom 11:00 a.m. Board of Directors Chamber/Zoom 12:00 p.m30 Networking Breakfast Chamber 8:30 a.m.
Our apologies to Bierman Contracting, Inc. for misspelling their name in the Red, White, Kaboom Thank You ad in last month's Catalyst.