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Our Library Does That?!


A Series with Natalie Cubbon, Projects Coordinator for the Oil Region Library Association In addition to borrowing items, your local library also provides free access to several different online courses that are great for professional development, workforce development, business advancement and personal enrichment. If you’ve ever wanted to expand your knowledge and skillset in a Read More…

Storytelling Through the Business Review & Forecast


As we approach the publishing of The Derrick’s 2023 Business Review and Forecast, exploring the story of your business’ past, present and future is a timely thing to do. The Derrick is finalizing details for the Business Review & Forecast, but it’s never too early to start brainstorming how to share your story in this Read More…

Schake Industries Celebrates 25 Years


Schake Industries is celebrating 25 years in business! Schake was founded in 1997 focusing on industrial coatings, but the vision from the beginning was to be more than a painting company. The company eventually grew into a manufacturer of spiral aluminum silos, above-ground storage tanks, and hydraulic, lubrication and pneumatic systems, shipping both domestically and Read More…

Employees Heighten Their Focus On Benefits


It comes as no surprise that there has been a shift in priorities for many employees over the past year. The things individuals thought were important as little as two years ago no longer seem so critical, while some issues now have come into the forefront and are deemed to be absolutely necessary. Decision makers Read More…

Calendars Feature Two Chamber Members


Pomegranate Publishing has made a 2023 Art Calendar featuring 12 of local artist CJ Hurley’s paintings. The calendar is titled “The Lure of The Land” and showcases the world that CJ paints rich in natural color and texture. Calendars and puzzles from CJ’s art can be purchased at his studio in the National Transit Building Read More…