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New Address, New Look for Burkes Outlet

The line of eager shoppers flowed into the parking lot at the recent grand Re-Opening of the Burkes Outlet store on Thursday, October 10, 2019 at 9 a.m. Even Bigfoot attended the festive event. Store Manager Charlotte Hawley was thrilled to welcome guests along with city and county officials at the Chamber Ribbon Cutting.  "It's great to see so many people from the community here to support us and we are thrilled to continue serving McDowell County residents with even better brands and pricing in our new

McDowell County Announces Opening of Phase III of the Fonta Flora State Trail

County, chamber, and city officials gathered on Monday, September 16, 2019 to celebrate the opening of the Greenlee Park Section (Phase III) of the McDowell County Greenway Trails System. The new river-front greenway is also a connector section to the future Fonta Flora State Trail that was authorized in 2015 by the state legislature. The 2,000-foot Greenlee Park Section features a paved trail, renovated canoe launch, horseshoe pits, and a picnic shelter along the Catawba River. There is also a natural path

Support the Titans!

The Prescription Pad of Marion is selling Titan-branded stadium chairs. All profits from the first 15 chairs sold will be given to the Titan athletic department. Stop by and get yours today to help support our McDowell Titans!

Brandi Vetter State Farm Officially Opens in Marion

The McDowell Chamber of Commerce was pleased to celebrate Marion's newest insurance office, Brandi Vetter State Farm, with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Wednesday, July 17th, 2019.  The event was well attended with friends and family of owner, Brandi Vetter,and her team.  Several dignitaries and ambassadors also took part in the celebration.   Brandi Vetter, a Marion native, comes from a family of entrepreneurs.  When an opportunity for Brandi to open her own State Farm location became present, Brandi

EXP Realty Moves Into Marion Market

The McDowell Chamber of Commerce was pleased to celebrate the Grand Opening of EXP Realty with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Thursday, July 11, 2019. The purpose of the occasion was to recognize business owner, Shannon Pyatt, and celebrate his new journey here in McDowell County.  The ribbon cutting event was well attended, and included Shannon’s wife, Leah, and daughter, Maleia.  Several dignitaries and Chamber board members were also in attendance.     Shannon has a dynamic personality, and is a featured

Red Cross Issues Urgent Call for Blood Donors

Blood Emergency: Red Cross Issues Urgent Call for Blood DonorsLess than three-day supply of most blood types; new and existing donors called to help save lives  (July 9, 2019) — Following a difficult Fourth of July week for blood donations and ongoing challenges finding new blood donors, the American Red Cross now faces a blood shortage and has issued an emergency call for eligible individuals of all blood types to give now and prevent delays in medical care. About 450 fewer blood drives were organized by

Emerald Village Joins Trip Advisor Hall of Fame

Scorecard Playoff Decides 2019 Chamber Golf Tournament

Sunny skies and smiling faces prevailed at the Marion Lake Club Golf Course this past Friday as golfers showed up to hit the links at The McDowell Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Spring Golf Classic. Twenty teams played in the Captain’s Choice-style tournament sponsored by Countryside Catering, Duke Energy, Holly’s Deli, Miller Realty & Development, Mountain Ridge Health & Rehab, and South McDowell Quarry. MLC Golf Pro Greg Parker and Chamber Executive Director Steve Bush sent players in two flights off on the

Mountain Gateway Museum to Host New Farmer's Market in Old Fort

OLD FORT, NC – A new farmers’ market offering fresh, locally grown fruits, vegetables, herbs, and other edible products will open for the summer at Mountain Gateway Museum (MGM) in Old Fort, beginning Thursday, May 2. Organized by the museum in conjunction with Stock Wild Kitchen and the Old Fort Community Forum, with generous support from Silver’s Specialties, TAG Contracting Inc., and Greybeard Realty, the “MGM Farmers’ Market” will be held every Thursday from 2:30 to 6:00 p.m. through October 3 on the

Marion Goes Vintage

The McDowell Chamber of Commerce was pleased to celebrate Marion’s newest retail space, Vintage Market, with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday, February 8, 2019. The purpose of the occasion was to recognize the new business and welcome owners Anthony Collins and Rick Letterman to the Marion business community.   Vintage Market is part of an antique craze where everything is trending back to the older style, and people want stuff that has been restored or repurposed. Located upstairs in the old Belk

Bracelets, Baubles, & Bling

The McDowell Chamber of Commerce was pleased to celebrate Marion’s newest jewelry store, Bracelets, Baubles, & Bling, with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Thursday, February 7, 2019. The purpose of the occasion was to recognize the new business and welcome owner Kevin Tucker to the Marion business community.  Bracelets, Baubles, & Bling is one of those unique places where old meets new and the aroma of fresh coffee fills the air. Located upstairs next to Crooked Door Coffee House, Bracelets, Baubles, & Bling

TalentForce Wins National Award

TalentForceWINS INAVERO’S 2018 BEST OF STAFFING® CLIENT AND TALENT AWARDS Earned by less than two percent of all staffing agencies in the U.S. and CanadaShelby, NC January 18, 2019 - TalentForcea leading employment agency the industrial and clerical admin industries announced today that they have won Inavero’s Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Awards for providing superior service to their clients and job seekers. Presented in partnership with CareerBuilder, Inavero’s Best of Staffing winners have proven

2019 Annual Banquet Features Nashville Musician!

Contact: Tina WolfeMcDowell Chamber of CommercePhone: 828.652.4240Email: twolfe@mcdowellchamber.comWeb: mcdowellchamber.com1170 W. Tate St. Marion, NC 28752  Press ReleaseSiriusXM Radio Host/Entertainer Live at the Annual Member Banquet!Blue Collar Radio & Family Comedy Channel Personality and Nashville Artist to be the first nationally-known act to perform at the Municipal Event Center  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarion, NC:  January 2019   Prepare to laugh, tap your feet, and be inspired by nationally

Chamber Announces Entrepreneurship Award Winners!

The holiday cheer was in full swing at Tom Johnson's Camping World where the McDowell Chamber of Commerce presented four area businesses with the coveted Tom Johnson Entrepreneurship Award at its Holiday After Hours Thursday, December 13, 2018. JC Property Professionals was a first-time winner this year while three of the businesses took home their second or third win. Ben Patton Land Surveying, Morris-Herron Heating & Cooling, and Right Way Pest Management represent our seasoned business owners that have

From Rentals to Home Sales, GreyBeard Realty Has You Covered

The cozy office overflowed with people and energy as the McDowell Chamber, the Old Fort Chamber, and local officials gathered inside the new Old Fort office of GreyBeard Realty at their official Ribbon Cutting on Thursday, November 29, 2018.  GreyBeard Realty opened in 1999 as a rental management company but quickly shifted to include sales to accommodate the growing number of those relocating to the area. Owner Chip Craig expressed his excitement and gratitude at the ribbon cutting for the opportunity to

McDowell County Businesses Featured on The Matt Mittan Show

Several local, independently owned businesses in McDowell County were featured guests on Asheville BizRadio'sMatt Mittan Show this week to promote Small Business Saturday coming up Saturday, November 24 and to highlight the innovative work happening across all sectors; business, government, education, and nonprofit organizations.  The Chamber membership voted on the businesses that are represented, which included a great variety and showed the diversity of our offerings and our community. From legacy