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Legislative Update from Congressman Glenn Thompson—GROCER & AG CHAIN Acts


America has found itself in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic, a crisis the likes of which many have not experienced in their lifetimes. There are those who run from crisis, those who run toward it, and those who find themselves right in the middle without any say in the matter. Today, many of those Read More…

Congrats Leadership Grads / Accepting Applications


We celebrated the Leadership Venango Class of 2020 on June 10 with a virtual ceremony held over Zoom. This year’s class has been flexible and adapted quickly to the changes presented by COVID-19, meeting virtually for the last four sessions of the program. Each year, the class identifies a community challenge and works in small Read More…

Oil City Farmers Market & Façade Improvement Grant Program


Farmers Market season is here! The Oil City Farmers’ Market is open Thursdays 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., located on Central Avenue near the Oil City Library and Christ Episcopal Church. The market currently offers produce, herbs, plants & flowers, baked goods, handcrafted items and art; and is open to additional vendors selling homegrown or Read More…

Congratulations, Pam!


Barr’s Insurance announces that Pam Spoharski has been promoted into the Sales Department. Pam has served at Barr’s for over 10 years, and cumulatively has 15 years of experience in insurance. Barr’s is thrilled to share this exciting achievement with the community. This article was published in the Venango Area Chamber of Commerce’s July 2020 VenangoWorks! Read More…

Chamber Membership Support—Thank you!


During the ongoing crisis, many of our member businesses and nonprofits have experienced significant hardships, due to loss of customers, revenues, and future opportunities. Given these circumstances, the Venango Chamber is employing extraordinary strategies to help our members endure. Your continued membership support assures that your Chamber staff are ready to assist you, and that Read More…