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Exploring VenangoChamber.org: VenangoWorks! Newsletter Online


Dive into this month’s video to navigate through our digital collection of Chamber newsletters. Additionally, we will delve into the FLEX Your Ideas (FYI) 4-page supplement, showcasing the endeavors of our young professionals. As a bonus, we’ll discuss the appropriate place for different content (informational, promotional, events) and how to submit. Access the video at: Read More…

Landscaping Connections Now Offering Portable Deluxe Restroom Trailer


Landscaping Connections is now offering deluxe portable restroom trailer for your outdoor event needs. This top of the line, full service portable toilet trailer will bring style and grace to your next outdoor event. The temperature-controlled unit offers a family friendly large interior with great interior lighting and large mirrors to freshen up. These trailers Read More…

FSCAS Welcomes Amy Awosina


Amy Awosina recently joined Family Service and Children’s Aid Society (FSCAS) as their new HR Director. She holds two Associates Degrees from DuBois Business College and spent eight years as an Administrative Assistant before transitioning to the Human Resources field, where she has held various roles. Hitting the ground running, Amy is currently working to Read More…

Wanango Welcomes New Director of Golf


Wanango Country Club is excited to welcome their new Director of Golf, Britton Simmons. Brit has over 10 years experience and a wealth of knowledge about golf that he is very excited to bring to Wanango. Brit has worked with some outstanding pros as well as at prestigious courses including Fisher Island Club. When not Read More…

Chamber Updates Business Guide for Local Entrepreneurs


The Leadership Venango Class of 2020 had a group whose project was to create a resource guide for starting a new business in Venango County. Chamber staff recently updated this guide and it is now available as a resource for any local entrepreneurs. The guide includes contact information for a wide variety of resources including Read More…

Excellence Accounting Solutions Welcomes New Employee


Excellence Accounting Solutions (EAS) is excited to bring on new team member, Destiny Grazier. Destiny has come on board to do data entry, and will be the first person everyone sees when they come in the door. The EAS team is primed and ready for this upcoming tax season and are actively accepting new clients. Read More…

2024 Young Professional of the Year Nominees


Nominations were put forward by community members based on the young professionals’ contributions to the community through civic engagement, entrepreneurship, and leadership. All nominees will be recognized at FLEX Presents on Friday, April 19 at Wanango Country Club. The 2023 nominees are: ELI BUSCH a Part Owner at Kingdom Guard Financial Group/Excellence Accounting Solutions, collaborates Read More…

Tech Tip: The Importance of Alt Text


Written by Holly Gibbons, GBS Web Services Alt Text is a valuable tool for businesses and individuals alike, whether you’re crafting a website or bolstering your social media presence. Beyond facilitating swift navigation, it serves as a gateway to inclusivity, ensuring that your content—and consequently, your message—is accessible to a wider audience. Here are some Read More…

ORA Shares ATV Study Results; Helps Create ATV Association


The results are in for the long-awaited ATV (all terrain vehicle) feasibility study commissioned by the Oil Region Alliance. Through the more than 1,200 responses to surveys and input during public meetings, the majority are in favor of ATV trails in Venango County. However, no private landowners came forward as willing to have trails developed Read More…

BE HERE: 13 Ways to Kill Your Community Chapters 5 & 6


Continuing our series from previous months – Read below about Chapters 5 and 6 of the book, 13 Ways to Kill Your Community. Chapter 5—Shop Elsewhere: Did you know every dollar spent within a community reaches seven other hands before it leaves the community, which keeps the local economy advancing? Each dollar spent outside the Read More…