Veterans' Day Parade
The Waynesville-St. Robert Area has been blessed to be home
to many Veterans. These men and women made a commitment to
their country and the American way of life that is beyond
compare. This Veterans' Day the Waynesville-St. Robert Chamber
of Commerce and the cities of St. Robert and Waynesville invite
you to come out and say thank you with them as they sponsor
the 2008 "In Your Honor" Veterans' Day Parade.
 The
"In Your Honor" Veterans' Day Parade and Ceremony
will take place on Tuesday, November 11, 2008 stepping off
at 11:00 a.m. The parade will form at the Middle School Parking
Lot in Waynesville, and finish at the Old Stagecoach Stop
on the square. A ceremony will be held directly following
the parade featuring our area leaders.
Do You Feel the Chill?
Sure to melt away the ice and snow, the Waynesville-St. Robert
Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the Second
Annual Polar Meltdown Chili Cook-Off to be held on January
24th at the St. Robert Community Center from 12 p.m. to 5
p.m. An event the whole family can enjoy, the Polar Chili
Cook-off let's you come in from the cold and let your spirits
melt into a pot delicious chili served up by one of our hometown
chefs! Admission for this event is $10 an adult, $5 children
12-5 and free to children 4 and under. Tickets may be purchased
in advance through the Chamber office. Limited tickets will
be available at the door.
 Chamber
members are encouraged to get their office together, as either
a team or individual competitor, and enter the Cook-off for
the chance to walk away with the Team Champion Chili, Individual
Champion Chili or People's Choice Award. Teams will be made
of no more than six members while individual will be made
of no more than three members. All competitors will be expected
to follow the rules and regulations set forth by the Chamber
of Commerce and Pulaski County Health Department. The entry
fee for this event is $110 per team, $75 per individual and
the deadline to enter is January 2nd. A late entry fee of
$150 per team and $100 per individual will apply to all entrants
after that date. For an additional $25 teams that pre-register
can take advantage of the Early Bird Selection and pick their
booth's location at the event. Booths are 8'x10', include
two 110 electric power receptacles (average 10 amps per outlet)
and will be decorated by each team.
If cooking isn't your cup of tea there are also event sponsorships
available beginning with the Spicy level that includes an
ad in the event's printed tab, your business or organization's
name listed on event flier and in all press releases, not
to mention a table at event for $500. The Hot level includes
an ad in the event's printed tab, your business or organization's
name listed on event flier and in all press releases for $250.
Finally there is the Mild level which gives your business
or organization an ad in the event's printed tab for $100.
The Polar Meltdown Chili Cook-off is sure to offer some great
food so come out and enjoy an afternoon of fun and excitement
at the second annual Polar Meltdown Chili Cook-off where the
only chill you'll feel is a spicy one!
If you are interested in sponsoring this event, registering
a team or more information contact the Chamber office at (573)
336-5121.
Wires, Walls and Rooms Campaign
It's no surprise to anyone when they hear that the Waynesville-St. Robert Area
is continually growing. It's evident in the construction and upgrades we see
all over our community. The Waynesville-St. Robert Chamber of Commerce is no
exception to this growth and has begun to make the necessary renovations and
expansions to accommodate the needs of our membership and community.
September 8th marked the beginning of construction on the new Chamber offices
to be located in the lower level of the Pulaski County Tourism Building and
it also marked the kick off of the Wires, Walls and Rooms Campaign. The funds
raised during this campaign will be used to pay for the renovation materials
and miscellaneous expenses associated with the office relocation. The Chamber
is asking all area businesses and organizations to contribute to Wires, Walls
and Rooms through an investment of $250, $500 or $1,000. To acknowledge your
investment the Chamber will offer the following marketing, advertising and networking
opportunities:
 At
the Wires level of $250 your business or
organization's name will be listed in the Chamber Newsletter,
and read during the open house celebration.
 At
the Walls level of $500 you will receive
the benefits of the Wires level as well as having your business
or organization's name featured on a special Wires, Walls
and Rooms web page on the Chamber web site for 6 months.
 At the Rooms
level of $1,000 you will receive the benefits of both the Wires and
Walls levels as well as having your business or organization's name placed on
a plaque to be displayed in the office and featured in radio advertisements
about the renovations. Your business or organization's name and logo will also
be listed in print advertisements about the renovations and featured on the
special Wires, Walls and Rooms web page for 6 months. And finally you will be
personally invited to attend an exclusive social with the Chamber Board to celebrate
the completion of the office.
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Benefits of Wires, Walls and Rooms Investment
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Wires $250
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Walls $500
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Rooms $1,000
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In these constantly changing times the Waynesville-St. Robert
Chamber has made the adjustments necessary to continue to support our local
businesses, governments, non-profits and community at large. And just as both
the Cities of Waynesville and St. Robert have expanded their offices to accommodate
for growth, so has the Chamber. The Chamber Board of Directors encourages
you to be a part of a positive change and movement in our community. Make
the pledge and become a Wires, Walls and Rooms investor. The Waynesville-St.
Robert Chamber of Commerce is a 501c6 non-profit organization. For more information
please contact the Chamber office at (573) 336-5121.
Have You Sent In Your Recipes?
What are you waiting for? The Waynesville-St. Robert Chamber
of Commerce needs your help in putting together a project that
promises to be a must have item for all Pulaski County visitors
and residents alike, the Pulaski  County
Creations Cookbook Volume I. The cookbook will feature recipes
from local residents, elected officials, area leaders and all
around great Pulaski County cooks! It will make a great gift
for birthdays, weddings, a farewell gift to those friends leaving
or just arriving in Pulaski County.
To find out more visit the Chamber website and click on the
Pulaski County Creations Cookbook Volume I link on the right
hand side of the page! Or you can call the Chamber office at
(573) 336-5121, write 137 St. Robert Blvd., St. Robert, MO 65584,
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Snyder-Jones Home Mortgage
Snyder Jones home mortgage was formed in November
2007 by Karen Snyder and Merle Jones. Together they assembled
a team of experienced professionals with a wide range of
backgrounds in the business. Snyder Jones knows that choosing
a lender is an important step in the process of homeownership.
It should be a local company that knows the local market,
knows our military, and is the best at what they do. Snyder
Jones has the expertise and background in the mortgage industry
to find the right home loan that best meets our customer
needs. We understand that credit issues arise and know how
to deal with them. We realize that our customers rarely
work 9-5 so we don't either. Snyder Jones is available after
hours and on weekends to assist our borrowers and realtors.
Being open 24/7 is a necessity for our military members.
We understand that and work hard to help them find the best
mortgage that fits their individual needs anytime of day.
We specialize in VA, Rural Development, Conventional, and
Commerical financing. We have two offices in St. Robert
one located at 920 Missouri Ave and one at 575 Marshall
inside the Jones Investment building. "Experience Excellence
in Home Lending" is not just our slogan it is the way
we treat each customer everyday.
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 The
Chamber will close its 2008 community activities with the
Veterans' Day Parade. We encourage everyone to line the streets
from the Waynesville Middle School to the Old Stagecoach Stop
in Downtown Waynesville to show your support and honor our
area Veteran's. Then make your way to the Old Stagecoach Stop
for the ceremony after the parade is complete. The staff is
also looking forward and starting to prepare for 2009 events
starting in January with the Polar Meltdown Chili Cook-off.
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 Greetings
everybody! What a month November is. We elect a president,
honor veterans on Veterans' Day, and celebrate Thanksgiving
Day. On top of that, daylight savings time ends which means
darkness will come earlier. It always seems so much later
when I leave work after dark. There seems to be so much darkness
around these days. I don't have to tell anyone about the gloom
and doom of the economy. People are struggling and the seems
to be a darkness in the land. LET'S NOT FORGET WE LIVE IN
A LAND OF LIGHT! We have the privilege of electing leaders.
We have the great blessing of having brave and dedicated military
who are willing to give their lives for us. We live in a bountiful
land with opportunities to chase our dreams. Things are lighter
than you may think. So give thanks. A thankful heart is a
uplifted heart. It'll change your outlook.
Steve Lynch
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 Tony
Bryan
Tony has only lived in Pulaski County since
2000, but has lived in Missouri his entire life. After being
brought here by the Army, he soon realized that this was a
great place to raise his family. As a Military Police Soldier,
Tony served in several different positions on Fort Leonard
Wood. He acted as a squad leader, operations sergeant, and
even Drill Sergeant. Just last year Tony made the transition
from military to civilian. Ever since then he has been helping
Soldiers and their families begin their path to financial
independence with First Command Financial Planning as a Financial
Advisor.
Tony, and his wife Addie (yes, the one at Security Bank),
have four beautiful children, Nolan who is 12, Elijah who's
5, and 4-year old twins Caleb and Chloe. In the little free
time that he has he enjoys golf, live music, and watching
St. Louis sports.
Serving as an Ambassador to this Chamber, Tony is committed
to promoting membership and the goodwill of the Waynesville-St.
Robert Chamber of Commerce within the community. Tony is also
currently serving as the chairperson to the Government and
Military Affairs Committee.
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A Time for Thanksgiving
My husband and I grabbed an evening the other night to take
a spin on the motorcycle before we have to tuck it away for
the winter. We took the side roads, and just enjoyed the beautiful
area that we live in. The trees were just beginning to change,
the air was cool, the Gasconade and Roubidoux Rivers were
gurgling along. It gave me an hour or so to reflect on how
beautiful our area is. Wondering how and the heck October
could be over which lead me to…
it's November. November,
the month to show our thanks.
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Veterans Cemetery Ground Breaking - November
7th at 3:30 p.m. at the cemetery site on Highway H just off
of Interstate 44 at exit 156. Due to extremely limited parking
at the ceremony site, parking for the groundbreaking will
be located at Townfield Plaza Shopping Center, 320 Ichord
Avenue in Waynesville next to McDonalds & Hallmark with
Shuttle pick up at 3:00 p.m.
“In Your Honor” Veterans’ Day Parade
and Ceremony – November 11th at 11 am in Waynesville.
The Waynesville - St. Robert Area Chamber of Commerce and
the Cities of Waynesville & St. Robert invites you to
participate in this year’s parade. The Parade will form
at the Waynesville Middle School Parking Lot, and finish at
the Old Stagecoach Stop in Downtown Waynesville. A Ceremony
will be held right after the parade in front of the Old Stagecoach
Stop. In case of inclement weather the parade will be canceled.
Chamber Luncheon - November 12th at 11:45
a.m. at Stefanos Pizza & Gyros. Our sponsor is Snyder
Jones Home Mortgage. Cost is $10. Call or e-mail the Chamber
office to R.s.v.p. by 9 a.m. on November 11th, seating is
limited.
Ribbon Cutting for Candy Bouquet (new owners)
- November 13th at 1:30 p.m. at 320 Ichord Ave., Ste X in
Waynesville.
Ribbon Cutting for Shekinah Tabernacle Ministries
- November 21st at Noon at 577 Old Rt. 66 in St. Robert.
Chamber Office Closed - The Chamber Office
will be closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday on Thursday, November
27th through Friday, November 28th. The Chamber Office will
re-open on Monday, December 1st at 8:00 a.m. The Chamber Staff
and Board of Directors would like to wish everyone a Safe
and Happy Thanksgiving.
View
the complete monthly calendar
Fort Leonard Wood Command Orientation
Newcomer Materials are due to the Chamber Office by the 2nd
Wednesday of each month. If you are not currently participating
in this FREE program, you should be!
45 Newcomer packets handed out October 15th.
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Advertise as little or as often as you wish in the Waynesville-St.
Robert Chamber "VOICE" Newsletter. Our
Newsletter comes out once a month, and will include a hyperlink!
Banner Ad; Top of the Page Exclusive
$300 (for six months)
$500 (for twelve months)
Side Bar Banner Ad
$200 (for six months)
$350 (for twelve months)
Flier; PDF format
$50 (a month)
View More Advertising Opportunities
www.waynesville-strobertchamber.com/adrate.htm
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Chamber Board of Directors:
PRESIDENT - Steve Lynch
VICE PRESIDENT - Perry Roberts
TREASURER - Wayne Strohschein
Brad Budolfson, Ronda Cortesini, Mike Dunbar, Laura Hendley, Lindall
Mostajo, Marsha Mercer, Perry Roberts, and Claudia Sands
Chamber Staff:
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR - Cecilia Murray
EXECUTIVE SECRETARY - Sandra Gurney
PUBLIC RELATIONS - Erin Sipes
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