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Friday, December 06, 2019Fort Chamber Hosts Holiday Open House and Market Celebrate the holidays in Fort Atkinson at the annual Holiday Open House and Market on Saturday, December 7. Shoppers will enjoy refreshments, in-store specials, strolling carolers, hayrides with Santa and more, while finding gifts for everyone on their holiday list. Participating “Red Box” retailers are open from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. A list is ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Press Release, Community
Monday, November 25, 2019The Deal Joins Fort Chamber The Deal is a media company that generate original articles covering corporate transactions, dealmakers and their advisors, to help professionals identify opportunities and grow their businesses. They are a solution for daily, up-to-the-minute mergers and acquisitions intelligence, as well as a comprehensive dealmaker database. They also manage ...read moreCategories: Chamber, General News Article, Press Release
Monday, November 25, 2019Situated on more than 500 acres of picturesque rolling hills just outside of Johnson Creek, Milford Hills is one of the Midwest’s premier hunt clubs, where pheasant, quail and chukar can be found throughout the property. The venue includes a gun shop, shooting range and sporting clay courses, a full restaurant and bar, and is an ideal location for corporate retreats, weddings, and family ...read moreCategories: Chamber, General News Article, Press ReleaseThursday, November 21, 2019Goodwill of South Central Wisconsin (SCWI) is delighted to deepen its relationship with the Fort Atkinson community through membership in the Fort Atkinson Chamber of Commerce. Goodwill Fort Atkinson’s retail and donation center is located at 1530 Madison Avenue. The store is one of 12 locations in the 14-county region that Goodwill SCWI serves, bringing Goodwill’s signature combination of thrift, ...read moreCategories: Community, Chamber, Press ReleaseWednesday, November 13, 2019Categories: Press Release, CommunityWednesday, November 06, 2019The Fort Atkinson Area Chamber of Commerce welcomed Cricket Wireless, a non-contract, full-service wireless provider, with a ribbon cutting at its new location at 1550 Madison Avenue, October 26. Known for their simple plans and low prices, Cricket also provides nation-wide 4G LTE coverage, and currently is running a special for four phone lines and unlimited data for $100 per month. With the ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Press Release
Thursday, October 24, 2019Atkinson Maintenance Newest Member of Fort Atkinson Chamber The Fort Atkinson Area Chamber of Commerce welcomes Chad Hembrook of Atkinson Maintenance as its newest new member. As a licensed general contractor, Hembrook can assist with building and grounds maintenance, home remodeling, and restoration services in the southeastern Wisconsin region. One of its more popular services, ...read moreCategories: Press Release, Chamber
Thursday, October 24, 2019Flying Cow Pizza Expands and Joins Fort Chamber Three brothers with a penchant for experimenting are responsible for a business which today has grown to include a mobile catering truck, a brick and mortar restaurant, and presence at several area farmer markets. Flying Cow Pizza was started in 2011 as the brainchild of Brett Buchanan and his brothers, who wanted ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Press Release
Thursday, October 24, 2019Rock River Wellness Opens Doors in Downtown Fort Cyclists and pedestrians on the Glacial River Bike Trail have a new stopping point in downtown Fort Atkinson for convenient, affordable and nutritional foods to sustain them on their journeys. Just opened at 41 W. Sherman Avenue in the former Ken & Betty’s space, is Rock River Wellness, whose mission is to encourage, maintain and ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Press Release.JPG)
Thursday, October 24, 2019SSM Health Dean Medical Group Celebrates Expansion of Fort Atkinson Clinic FORT ATKINSON, WI, OCTOBER 18, 2019 –SSM Health Dean Medical Group celebrated the expansion of specialty services now available in Fort Atkinson today with a tailgate-inspired community open house at its newly renovated clinic at 740 Reena Avenue. “We were delighted to welcome our neighbors into our newly expanded ...read moreCategories: Chamber, 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
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
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
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
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
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 ReleaseThursday, 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