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Tuesday, October 15, 2019FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 15th, 2019 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT Amy Larson, Marketing Director rrdwimarketing@gmail.com 920-563-4415 For most, a warm coat solves a problem, being cold. But, for nearly 15% of Americans living in poverty, a warm winter coat is a budget “extra.” Health experts report that even a 2-degree drop in body temperature results in reduced heart rate, loss of ...read moreCategories: Community, Press Release, Human Interest
Wednesday, October 09, 2019Residents who live outside city limits sometimes have difficulty finding reliable internet service. Edge Broadband exists to resolve that issue, providing affordable, reliable, high-speed internet in Whitewater, Elkhorn, Fort Atkinson, Jefferson, Delavan, Eagle, Palmyra, East Troy, and Milton. Locally owned and operated, the company does not require contracts or data caps for service, like many ...read moreCategories: Community, Press Release
Wednesday, October 09, 2019An iconic building in Fort Atkinson’s historic downtown is now home to a furniture consignment shop and design studio, providing quality items for living and family rooms, bedrooms and dining rooms, as well as accessories such as lamps, benches and artwork. Proprietor Linda Rowe opened “Feather Your Nest” on South Main Street in April of this year, and traffic has been brisk. ...read moreCategories: Community, Press Release
Wednesday, October 09, 2019Locally owned and operated, The View at Johnson Creek assisted living and memory care community has officially begun construction at the top of the hill just south of I-94 and east of Highway 26. They have recently joined the Fort Atkinson Area Chamber of Commerce. Projected to be completed late fall/end of winter, The View at Johnson Creek community will be divided into assisted living and ...read moreCategories: Press Release
Wednesday, October 09, 2019Sharon Shenberger is CEO of Senior Health Insurance Connections. As an independent broker, Sharon assists people going on, or already on, Medicare.She understands the complexity of Medicare and believes education is the starting point to choosing a plan. Sharon is contracted with the top health plans, medical groups, pharmacies and hospitals, with a full suite of products to fit each ...read moreCategories: Press Release
Wednesday, October 09, 2019The Fort Atkinson restaurant scene continues to expand with diverse offerings for its residents and visitors. The latest addition is an authentic Mexican restaurant called La Cabana Mexican Grill, located at 213 Washington Street, in the Festival Foods plaza. The site has hosted other restaurants in the past, but owner Alvaro Cortes is eager to showcase what makes his restaurant different. In ...read moreCategories: Press Release
Wednesday, October 09, 2019A familiar face is back in Fort Atkinson, providing professional and compassionate legal services to clients across a range of elder law and estate planning practice areas. Attorney Julie Short is originally from Fort Atkinson where she used to practice with her father, John Short, and is scheduling appointments by request at The Fort Atkinson Club. She is joined by partners, Brenda Haskins, a ...read moreCategories: Press Release
Tuesday, October 08, 2019Nicholas and Madeline Rome are husband-and-wife photographers living in Fort Atkinson with their three young children, and have recently joined the Fort Atkinson Area Chamber of Commerce. After 4 years of working out of their home, (their office was also their homeschool room!), the Romes have moved their business into the 3rd floor of the Creamery Building in historic downtown Fort ...read moreCategories: Press Release
Tuesday, October 08, 2019As part of its workforce development efforts, the UW-Whitewater Career and Leadership Development department has joined the Fort Atkinson Area Chamber of Commerce. While its primary objective is to assist students with career planning and employment, the department also works closely with area employers to establish internships and provide recruiting services. Businesses can post their job ...read moreCategories: Press Release
Tuesday, October 08, 2019Saul Castillo, Manager of Midwest Steel Carports, recently joined The Fort Atkinson Area Chamber of Commerce to introduce his products and services to residents in the surrounding area. Founded in 2011, Midwest Steel Carports now has nearly 40 dealerships across Michigan and Wisconsin. Their products include barns, carports and garages, sheds and workshops, as well as some custom-designed ...read moreCategories: Press Release
Tuesday, October 08, 2019The Fort Atkinson Chamber’s newest member is not new to the business community. Hippychick Penny’s Soaps & Body Care has been selling products at Tuttle’s Hallmark store for the last three years, where the handcrafted soaps, lotions, scrubs, face and foot care have all attracted a loyal following. Owner Penny Langner spent 30 years as a hairstylist and is also a Certified Aromatherapist, a ...read moreCategories: Press Release
Thursday, October 03, 20192019 Small Business Person of the YearPresented by President Ryan Klopcic – Fall Open House Each year, the Fort Atkinson Area Chamber of Commerce recognizes a small business chamber member on the basis of growth, staying power, business accomplishments, and community involvement. Past presidents of the Chamber reviewed the nominations in August and selected this year’s winner. The ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Human Interest, Press Release
Tuesday, September 17, 2019Madison College-Fort Atkinson announces testing and registration dates for free ESL classes FORT ATKINSON, Wis. – Madison College-Fort Atkinson will again be offering English as a Second Language (ESL) classes this fall. To enroll in ESL classes, students are required to attend one Testing Session and one Advising & Registration Session. Testing Sessions:Thursday, Sept. 26: 11 a.m.-4 ...read moreCategories: Community, Press Release, Education
Sunday, September 01, 2019Fort Chamber Celebrates Chamber of Commerce Month Wisconsin’s 267 local chambers of commerce vary from village to town to city, but they play an important role in the state. Whether they focus on advocacy, tourism, economic development, entrepreneurship, young professionals, workforce or organizing community events, local chambers should be recognized for their efforts.That is why Gov. Tony ...read moreCategories: Press Release, Chamber
Thursday, August 15, 2019Vendors Sought for Fort Holiday Market The Fort Atkinson Farmers Market, a program of the Fort Atkinson Area Chamber of Commerce, is pleased to announce applications are now being accepted for food and arts vendors who wish to participate in the annual Holiday Farmers and Art Market, December 7, throughout downtown Fort Atkinson. Vendors are expected to sell between 9:00am and 3:00pm ...read moreCategories: Community, Press Release, Chamber, Economic
Thursday, August 01, 2019The Fort Atkinson Chamber of Commerce welcomes AC Business Media as a new member. Located on the fifth floor of the Creamery Building in historic downtown Fort Atkinson, AC Business Media provides manufacturers, dealers, and marketing technology providers the opportunity to reach a targeted audience in a content-driven product. With an array of advertising options and marketing ...read moreCategories: Press Release.JPG)
Monday, July 15, 2019The Fort Atkinson Area Chamber of Commerce recently welcomed eTree, LLC,as its newest member. Owner Nicholas Collins has created a one-stop shop for everything a new business needs to get up and running efficiently; from internet, phones, point of sale systems, ATM’s, security services and cameras, payroll processing, IT Management, tax reporting and more. eTree also ...read moreCategories: Press Release
Monday, May 13, 2019The Fort Atkinson Area Chamber of Commerce welcomes Lucas Molloy, Project Manager of Race Day Events, as a new member. Founded in 2006 and based in Fitchburg, Race Day Events produces, manages and assists with over 300 events ranging from small 5Ks to large, multi-day bike rides, to Ironman, and will be organizing the Griffin Ford Fort 14 in Fort Atkinson in 2019. The business purchased ...read moreCategories: Press Release(1).jpg)
Wednesday, April 24, 2019Lemonade Day Launches in Fort Atkinson Picture a spring setting in a small Wisconsin city in which over 50 new businesses are launched in a single day, triggering massive support from the community, an influx of shoppers, and a heightened awareness of the entrepreneurial mindset. That is what is about to happen on Saturday, May 4, in Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin, and the city encourages everyone ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community, Education, Press Release, EconomicThursday, December 13, 2018Wisconsin Farm Technology Days, Inc. Announces 2021 and 2022 Show Locations Wisconsin Farm Technology Days, Inc. (WFTD) has announced that the 2021 show will be held at the Jefferson County Fair Park and the 2022 show will be held in Clark County. The show, which is the largest outdoor farm show in Wisconsin, is proud to continue the 60 year plus tradition. There were two sites under ...read moreCategories: Community, Human Interest, Press Release