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Gem County News & Local Articles

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To find past articles, simply scroll down to the month/year you wish to find. If you have news you would like to see added here, please email us at Chamber [at] EmmettIdaho [dot] com or call the Gem County Chamber of Commerce at (208) 365-3485.

JUNE 2010

• City of Emmett Weight Loss Challenge     An all-city challenge to lose 500 pounds starting June 12 - July 17....more.

MAY 2010

• "Big Bang" Community Challenge     Local busninessmen challenge other businesses to support 4th of July Fireworks show......more
• Alzheimer's Support Group Started     First meeting is May 17, 2010. Call The Cottages for information about this support group meeting times at 365-9490.
• FREE Medication Drop-Off Day     Walter Knox Memorial Hospital is offering a free way to dispose of your expired and unused medications, no questions asked....more
• FREE Energy Evaluation     Your business can apply for a free energy evaluation at www.IdahoSBDC.org or by calling (208) 426-1511 or email energy [at] IdahoSBDC [dot] org.

APRIL 2010

• WICAP Head Start Now Accepting Applications     Applications for 2010-2011 are now available. Limited space, act NOW. Children 3-5 years old. Info: 365-3743.

MARCH 2010

• Business Scam Warning     New scam involving a suposed deaf individual and Western Union.....read more
• Gardening Angel Greenhouse Grows - Reopens with New Offerings     Local grower adds shade-loving flowers, many seasonal sales and more....more
• Relay For Life "Survivor's Quilt" Raffle     The Survivor's Quilt was created to benefit Relay For Life and is now on display at the Gem County Chamber of Commerce....more
• Census Jobs Available now     Temporary part-time jobs are being offered now. Get more information...more
• GCRD Soccer Registration     Soccer registration begins March 1st for kids 4 - 14 years old. For more info call the GCRD at 365-5148.
• Seminar offered "Designing Ads That Work"     Presented by the Messenger Index, sign up for guest speaker, Robert McInnis, to teach Thursday, March 25th, 1:30pm - 4:00pm. Contact Tonja at 365-6066 or thyder [at] messenger-index [dot] com 

FEBRUARY 2010

• Beach'n Nails Opens Hip New Salon     Beach'n Nails offers newest trends in nail services plus added specialties.....more
• Mayor arranges for BSU to offer FREE business energy evaluation     Local Gem County businesses are encouraged to contact BSU Small Business Development Center to see if they qualify.....more  
• Mayor Butticci & Gem County Chamber of Commerce encourage attendance at Farmers Market Training     Class on how to grow and promote Farmers Markets is offered in Meridian. City and Chamber rally behind Agritourism and local Farmers Market....more 
• Downtown Emmett Business Improvement District Newsletter     Check out Volume 1, Issue 2 of the community newsletter to get what's new.....more
• Gem County Chamber of Commerce 1st Annual Golf Tourney Announced   The GCCC announces its first golf tournament scheduled for April.....more
• Community Rallies to Assist Haiti   Local organization leads community effort to send support for Haitian Relief....more

JANUARY 2010

• 1st Annual FLEA MARKET Dates Announced   Black Canyon Sporting Goods is sponsoring Emmett's 1st Annual Flea Market to be held May 15 & 16. Vendors are wanted.....more
• Over The Moon Nursery & Daycare Opens     Joining the Gem County Chamber of Commerce, new daycare owner offers affordable care.....more
• Bev Ingram named GCCC Ambassador of the Month     New Ambassador, Bev Ingram, has "Ambassador Fever".....more

DECEMBER 2009

• Annual Christmas Decorating Contest for Businesses  Attention Businesses: get in the Christmas spirit and you could win a fabulous prize.....more

NOVEMBER 2009

OCTOBER 2009

• Walk Minnick to Visit Emmett Join Walt Minnick on Saturday, October 17, in Emmett to have an open discussion about Health Care....more

SEPTEMBER 2009

• WKMH Offers Flu Shots Walter Knox Memorial Hospital is now offering seasonal flu shots to the community.....more

AUGUST 2009

• Country Club Restaurant New Owners In operation for over 50 years, the restaurant located at the Emmett Golf Course and Emmett Airport has new owners and new taste.

JULY 2009

• Shadow Butte Bucks Gem County introduces it's own local stimulus plan. Shop local and earn. Contact the Gem County Chamber of Commerce for more information at 365-3485.
• POW MIA Motorcycle Rodeo Info Available  Information about this year's Rodeo and Vendor sign up forms available.

MARCH 2009

• Gem County Chamber of Commere Changes Office Hours Effective Monday, March 16, 2009, the GCCC office hours will be: Monday - Thursday: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm, closed Friday - Sunday.
• GCCC Community Directories Are Here Community Directories are now available. Get your copy at the GCCC office, 127 E. Main St, Emmett, or GCCC members can call for delivery at (208) 365-3485.
• City of Emmett Seeks Planning Commission Volunteer The City of Emmett is seeking to fill an open volunteer position on the City of Emmett's Planning Commission. Commission meets the first Monday of the month at 6:30 pm in the City Council Chambers, call (208) 365-6050.
• Kid's Cherry Zone at Emmett Cherry Festival The Gem County Rec District is looking for "kid-related" giveaway items for the FREE Kid's Zone at the Cherry Festival, (208) 365-5748.

FEBRUARY 2009

• WICAP Head Start Now Accepting Applications  WICAP Head Start is a great way to get your child a Head Start in school. They are accepting application for the 2009-2010 school year. Bring proof of past 12 months income (2008 taxes), birth record and immunization record. Open Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm. Call WICAP, (208) 365-3743.
• Community Sign Dedication  A new community Welcome To Gem County sign symbol of community colaboration, beauty of Gem County and welcoming nature of Gem County.
• Talent Wanted for Emmett Cherry Festival Opening Ceremony Auditions are scheduled for local performers to participate in the 2009 Emmett Cherry Festival. Ages 7 years to 107 years, Men, Women & Youth! Be a part of the 75th Anniversary..dance, sing, comedy...all talent wanted.
• Charlie West Named 2008 GCCC Ambassador of the Year  West honored at GCCC Mid-Day Mingle, receives plaques.
• Stained Glass Classes Offered New studio, Northern Lights Studio, is now signing students for stained glass classes. Northern Lights Studio, 116 N. Commercial Ave, (208) 365-1668 or (208) 365-4289.

JANUARY 2009

• Cricket Wireless Comes to Emmett
• ECAC Announces First Ever Arts Contest for Youth

DECEMBER 2008

• BSU Offers Variety of Classes
• Gem County Chamber of Commerce Elects New Board of Directors
• ArtStar Music buys building - moves to new Historic Downtown Emmett location ArtStar has moved to 123 W. Main St., Emmett, ID 83617. Same great services, same great music.
• Free Holiday Gift Wrapping offered
• Shop Emmett for the Holidays
• Gem County Senior Center Needs You! Volunteers are needed to drive Seniors over the hill to doctor appointments. Call Jayne Irby, (208) 365-4343 or gemseniors [at] yahoo [dot] com.