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Wednesday, January 12, 2022Best Western Plus Jefferson Joins Fort Chamber
The Fort Atkinson Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to introduce the Best Western Plus in Jefferson as its newest member. This brand new, 57-room hotel, completed in April 2021, held its grand opening last June to help meet the need for lodging with increased events at the Jefferson County Fair Park and surrounding areas. Guests can enjoy an open buffet with a full complimentary hot breakfast. Additional amenities include an indoor pool area, 24-hour fitness center, first-floor meeting space, and a
Monday, January 03, 2022Fort Chamber Welcomes JJ Taxi Service
Those looking for a late-night ride in Jefferson County and surrounding areas now have another resource to call. Joshua Harrington, owner of JJ Taxi Service, is the newest member of the Fort Atkinson Chamber of Commerce. Harrington, a Fort Atkinson native, founded the business in 2021. His primary service area is to Jefferson County and Rock County destinations. JJ Taxi Service provides general transportation for non-drivers, tourists, and those too impaired to get behind the wheel of a vehicle. With
Monday, December 20, 2021Evergreen Cemetery Association Joins Fort Chamber
The largest cemetery in Fort Atkinson and the second largest cemetery in Jefferson County is now a member of the Fort Atkinson Area Chamber of Commerce. The Evergreen Cemetery Association is a non-profit organization with a board of trustees dedicated to the purpose of providing a dignified final resting place for the deceased at Evergreen Cemetery. The Evergreen Cemetery Association was given its name by 14 prominent citizens in Fort Atkinson who met on January 24, 1863. They established the Evergreen
Wednesday, December 15, 2021Fort Chamber Welcomes Valkyrie Dog Training and Services
Those looking for puppy training, obedience, and assistance with solving their dog behavior issues now have another local resource to call. Valkyrie Dog Training and Services, founded in 2021, is the newest member of the Fort Atkinson Area Chamber of Commerce. Owner Rose Mansavage builds better relationships between dogs and their owners. Last year, Mansavage bred a litter of German Shepherds. She kept a female puppy, which she named Valkyrie. Mansavage wanted a unique, strong, symbolic name. Valkyrie
Tuesday, November 23, 2021The Fort Atkinson Chamber Welcomes the Chai House
Coffee drinkers may be surprised to learn that the United States has seen a significant rise in tea consumption, making it the most popular beverage in the country today. The Chai House, a new business in the Fort Atkinson area, is an importer and online retailer of loose-leaf tea and related tea products from the Republic of Georgia, Nepal, and Southeast Asia. They also handcraft a proprietary line of signature spice blends, including masala (for making masala chai) and golden milk. Partners Mary Lowisz
Monday, November 22, 2021Minkin Management Joins Fort Chamber
A company with expertise in multi-family and hospitality management has joined three hotel properties in the Fort Atkinson Area Chamber of Commerce. Minkin Management Incorporated oversees all aspects of the operations of the Days Inn and Comfort Suites in Johnson Creek, as well as The Best Western in Watertown. Combined, the three properties have over 220 rooms, and two include conference center amenities for meetings and weddings. Vice President Erik Unmuth is a Certified Hospitality Administrator who has
Wednesday, November 17, 2021Fort Chamber Welcomes Faces on Main
The Fort Atkinson Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to introduce Kelly Scheinkoenig of Faces on Main as its newest member. Kelly Scheinkoenig founded Faces on Main in Fort Atkinson’s downtown in 2016, with the purpose of bringing the highest level of skin care products and services to the Fort Atkinson community. This is her second location, along with Skin & Co., which is located in Madison. Scheinkoenig, a master educator, licensed esthetician, and certified oncology aesthetics provider, runs her
