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Chamber Annual Meeting to be held Virtually November 19th

10/30/2020

 
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​The Champaign County Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau invites all community members to celebrate with them at the Chamber’s Annual Dinner Meeting on Thursday, November 19th beginning at 12 PM. Due to COVID-19 this year’s meeting will be held virtually on Zoom and streamed live on the Chamber’s Facebook page. Executive Director Sara Neer explains, “This was a difficult decision for the Board of Directors to make, as the Annual meeting is always our biggest event of the year and our most successful fundraiser. Every year we look forward to making it a special evening to celebrate our community and our members. We held out as long as we could and made the call to go virtual this year. Our biggest priority is ensuring the safety and health of our members and to assist in the success of their businesses. We have all made incredible sacrifices this year and we want to do everything we can to keep businesses open and our economy moving.” An optional boxed lunch will be offered for $15 and can be picked up “drive thru style” at the Chamber the day of the event. The meeting will be about an hour long and will include a recap of the year, induction of the 2021 board of directors, and an awards presentation.
 
There is no cost to attend. Please register with the Chamber by calling 937-653-5764 or emailing info@champaignohio.com. Once registered, you will be provided with a link to join the meeting. 

CARES Grant for Champaign County Small Businesses

10/29/2020

 

Funds aimed to help small business hit by pandemic

CARES Grant Champaign County
Click to apply between Oct. 30 - Nov. 13!
​The Champaign Economic Partnership (CEP) has partnered with the Champaign  County Commissioners to administer CARES Act funds to Champaign County small businesses impacted by the Coronavirus pandemic.  Businesses could be awarded up to $10,000 if approved for the grant.

“Our local economy has been negatively impacted with the Coronavirus and our small businesses are some of the hardest hit,” said Marcia Bailey CEP Economic Development Director.  “These funds are an expense reimbursement grant and will help get the businesses through this difficult time."

To qualify for the grant program, businesses must:
  • Be locally owned and physically located in Champaign County
  • Have 50 or less employees as of January 2020
  • Be current on all state, federal and local taxes
  • Be in good standing with all applicable government regulations

Some examples of eligible reimbursable expenses include:
  • Business mortgage or lease costs
  • Business utilities, such as electric, gas, sewer, water, trash, business insurance etc.
  • Materials and supplies related to interruption of your business caused by required closures
  • Business costs related to compliance with Responsible RestartOhio.

Businesses that have received funding for expenses arising from the pandemic cannot submit the same expenses for reimbursement under the CARES Grant for Champaign County Small Businesses.

“We are so appreciative of our small businesses and although there is great uncertainty, Champaign County is hopeful that businesses receiving these grant funds will successfully persevere through the COVID-19 pandemic.” Bailey said.

Applications and grant guidelines are available at www.champaignworks.com/CARESGrantChampaignCounty beginning October 30, 2020. Application deadline is November 13, 2020 at 5:00 pm. Due to the short application period, we recommend you apply as soon as possible.  In order to assist you, please send your questions to info@cepohio.com.
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Businesses are also encouraged to visit https://businesshelp.ohio.gov for additional assistance.  Governor DeWine announced CARES Act funding through the State of Ohio for small business and others that have been impacted financially by the pandemic.
Apply Online

five reasons to move to a small town

10/28/2020

 
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​By Chelsea Bray-Elle A. Design

Five Reasons to Move to a Small Town
 
If you have been thinking about making the move to a small town for a while, here are five more reasons that will make you want to take the leap. Often the charm of a small town is the more relaxed way of life and having more space of your own to enjoy. There are so many more benefits to living in a smaller community that you might not know about!
 
1. Lower Cost of Living
This is a pretty common reason to want to live in a smaller town but often when we think of cost of living, we focus on housing. Many times, everything from gas prices to grocery prices will be cheaper in a small town so your money will go a lot further. You will save money and have more room to live when you move to a small town.
 
2. Community Appeal
Getting to know your neighbors, sitting on your front porch, and waving to strangers may seem like things from a movie but they are things that actually happen in a small town. It is easy to build connections and relationships with people and become a part of the community. You will get to know the people you interact with every day and they will get to know you too.
 
3. Less Competition for Small Business Owners
If you are moving to a smaller town to start a business, this could mean less competition for you! Trading the constant traffic for a very loyal customer base could mean more success for your business. There is also a chance that the business you want to open doesn’t even exist in that town and there may be a need for it that you can fill.
 
4. Shorter Commutes and Less Traffic
If you are tired of spending hours a day in your car, moving to a small town could be the change you need. Rush hour isn’t going to hold you up from getting home and spending time with your family. Plus, your overall commute will most likely be shorter, giving you more time to sleep in or spending time doing things you want to do.
 
5. Smaller Schools and Churches
When you live in a small town, the people in your community become an extension of your family. Knowing everyone you go to church with makes the experience more valuable and everyone takes care of each other. Kids that go to smaller schools have smaller class sizes and really get to know their teachers. Their teachers are people known in the community and take pride in helping each student grow.
 
Whether you are looking for a place to retire, raise a family, or just a place to slow down, a small town may be for you. Take some time to visit some small towns to see what your life could be like. For more info on visiting the small towns that make up Champaign County, and finding one that might be perfect for you, click here.

thanksgiving at caring kitchen

10/27/2020

 
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Caring Kitchen will be serving their Thanksgiving Dinner on Thursday, November 26th.

Carry outs: 11AM - 12:30PM
Deliveries: 10:30AM - 12:30PM

Please call 937-653-8443 for reservations and/or to volunteer.

mumford's potato chips & deli celebrates 40 years

10/26/2020

 
The General Assembly of the State of Ohio recognizes Mumford's Potato Chips & Deli on 40 years of business.
The General Assembly of the State of Ohio recognizes Mumford's Potato Chips & Deli on 40 years of business.
Mumford's Potato Chips & Deli is celebrating 40 years of business. Their recipe was established in 1932 and in 1980 they opened their deli right here in Urbana. This family-owned business has been a pillar in Champaign County and home to these chips for two decades!

From the owners of Mumford's:
"We at Mumford’s Deli wanted to send a Huge THANK YOU to all of our customers for allowing us to serve you for the past 40 years! This is a huge milestone for us and we sincerely appreciate all the relationships we’ve formed with all of our customers over these past 4 decades. Thank you all!"

long road crossfit thanksgiving fundraiser

10/23/2020

 
Crystal Long, of Long Road Crossfit, with Thanksgiving meals from 2019 fundraiser.
Crystal Long, of Long Road Crossfit, with Thanksgiving meals from 2019 fundraiser.
Long Road Crossfit will be holding an in house competition to raise funds to provide Thanksgiving meals for those in need. Last year their gym provided meals to 13 families in the community.

If you're not interested in competing but would still like to donate to their cause please follow the link here.

100% of the proceeds go toward Thanksgiving meals.

step back in time to try something new

10/23/2020

 
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By Chelsea Bray - Elle A. Design

Fall is the start of the holiday season and is a great time to change up your dinner menu to reflect the cooler weather. If you are looking to test out new recipes to use for the holidays, or if you just want to change it up a bit, these recipes are a great place to start. They have withstood the test of time and have been passed down through generations, so you know they will be a hit in your household too!
 
Start dinner with a Cranberry Pork Roast. Nothing says “festive fall meal” like adding cranberries to a roast. Not only is this recipe tasty, it is incredibly easy to make. Take the work out of your weekday dinner and put your slow cooker to good use. The gravy from this roast makes the perfect topping for homemade mashed potatoes. Serve with a side of green beans and it will feel like Thanksgiving on a random weeknight. 
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​Cranberry Pork Roast – Submitted by Sheryl Pena
 
1 boneless rolled pork loin roast, 2 1/3 to 3 lbs.
1 16 oz can jellied cranberry sauce
½ cup sugar
½ cup cranberry juice
1 tsp dry mustard
¼ tsp ground cloves
2 Tbs cornstarch
2 Tbs cold water
Salt to taste
 
Place pork roast in slow cooker. In a medium bowl, mash cranberry sauce; stir in sugar, cranberry juice, mustard and cloves. Pour over roast. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or until meat is tender. Remove roast and keep warm. Measure two cups of cooking juices and pour into saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Combine cornstarch and cold water to make a paste; stir into gravy. Cook and stir until thickened.
 
After dinner, it is time for pumpkin pie – the ultimate fall dessert! If you have tried every recipe for pumpkin pie, but still haven’t found “the one”, you need to try this recipe. Make it in advance, store it in the fridge, and it will be ready for any occasion. Top it with caramel sauce or whipped cream for the perfect end to an easy weeknight meal. 
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Sweet and Dark Pumpkin Pie – Submitted by Judy Fleming Tullis – Recipe by Viola Northup Corbett
 
1 large can of pumpkin
¾ cup evaporate milk
6 eggs
2 cups sugar
2 ½ Tbs Cinnamon
½ tsp allspice
¼ tsp ground cloves
¼ tsp nutmeg
 
Blend all ingredients well. Put into two deep dish pie crusts. Bake at 375 degrees for 15 minutes, then at 325 degrees for 45 minutes or longer. A toothpick should come out clean when stuck in the middled if the pie is done.
 
The recipes in this article were sourced from “Champaign Tastes: Champaign County Bicentennial Cookbook” compiled by Champaign County Bicentennial Cookbook Committee in 2005. Currently, there is a copy of the book at the Champaign County Historical Society Museum, in Urbana, Ohio. The museum is open Tuesday-Friday 10am-4pm and Saturday 1am-2pm and is full of the rich history of Champaign County. If you are interested in becoming involved with the historical society you can volunteer or donate to help them continue to preserve the history of our amazing county.  

Sittin’ Purdy welcomes canine clients

10/21/2020

 
The Champaign County Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting Oct. 17 for Sittin’ Purdy Dog Grooming, 36 Monument Square, Urbana. From left are Sara Neer, Elius Feucht, Wendy Pyfrin, Jeff Pyfrin and Rachel Casey. For info, call the new business at 937-594-2728.
The Champaign County Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting Oct. 17 for Sittin’ Purdy Dog Grooming, 36 Monument Square, Urbana. From left are Sara Neer, Elius Feucht, Wendy Pyfrin, Jeff Pyfrin and Rachel Casey. For info, call the new business at 937-594-2728.
From Urbana Daily Citizen

The Champaign County Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting Oct. 17 for Sittin’ Purdy Dog Grooming, 36 Monument Square, Urbana. From left are Sara Neer, Elius Feucht, Wendy Pyfrin, Jeff Pyfrin and Rachel Casey. For info, call the new business at 937-594-2728.

Charity marks 40th year

10/19/2020

 

Fundraiser raffle benefits CACC

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Amy Jumper and the Hair Closet are auctioning gift baskets. Tickets are $5 each or 5 for $20. Tickets can be purchased via Venmo @Amy-Jumper-2 or, by CashApp @haircutter or by stopping in the salon at 104 S. Main Street, Urbana.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Amy Jumper and the Hair Closet are auctioning gift baskets. Tickets are $5 each or 5 for $20. Tickets can be purchased via Venmo @Amy-Jumper-2 or, by CashApp @haircutter or by stopping in the salon at 104 S. Main Street, Urbana.
From Urbana Daily Citizen

The Cancer Association of Champaign County (CACC) turns 40 years old this month. In October of 2020 the CACC reached the milestone of serving the cancer patients of Champaign County for four decades.

The efforts of many citizens provided the foundation of serving local cancer patients and keeping funds raised locally maximized to their benefit. Fundraising through the years has taken many forms and some have become a staple of the community and enjoyed by many.
As things have changed over the years, Patient Services continues to be the primary focus of the Cancer Association of Champaign County.

The CACC had hopes of celebrating this anniversary with an event commemorating the years of its dedication. All those years ago, one, maybe two people had the discussion of how to best serve the community and efficiently utilize local funds to provide financial support to the caner patients in the county. Through their hard work and commitment, the CACC was born.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Amy Jumper and the Hair Closet are auctioning gift baskets. Tickets are $5 each or 5 for $20. Tickets can be purchased via Venmo @Amy-Jumper-2 or, by CashApp @haircutter or by stopping in the salon at 104 S. Main Street, Urbana.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Amy Jumper and the Hair Closet are auctioning gift baskets. Tickets are $5 each or 5 for $20. Tickets can be purchased via Venmo @Amy-Jumper-2 or, by CashApp @haircutter or by stopping in the salon at 104 S. Main Street, Urbana.
CACC has teamed up with WE SPEND LOCAL. Shirts can be purchased at https://wespendlocal.itemorder.com/sale#cat_13071. Fifty percent of proceeds will be divided between the CACC and two other organizations.
CACC has teamed up with WE SPEND LOCAL. Shirts can be purchased at https://wespendlocal.itemorder.com/sale#cat_13071. Fifty percent of proceeds will be divided between the CACC and two other organizations.
While many have served, it is without doubt that without the original board’s vision and planning that the charity wouldn’t be here fulfilling their ideals of this community.

The original board of the Cancer Association of Champaign County included President Betty Polsley, Vice President Marvin Lantz, Treasurer Jean Bacher, Secretary June Powell, Special Projects Coordinator Jenny Cline and Public Information Volunteer Deanne Roemer. Their insight and dedication formed this organization based on local people helping and keeping funds local.

From the inception, the CACC has been a volunteer organization aimed at using local donations efficiently to aid the people of Champaign County afflicted with cancer. Many people are familiar with the familiar fundraisers of the association: Candlelight Tour of Homes, Celebrity Waiters, the Hearts campaign, TagDays, CACC Calendar. In 2019 new events were held: the Summer Breeze event and the Quarter Auction. Some may remember older events such as the Night of Harmony or the CACC selling waffles at the Champaign County Fair. CACC volunteers are saddened that many normal events were not able to be held this year and independent benefits were not able to occur. Volunteers said it is heartwarming that people are still invested in helping the community. Private/public and the corporate sector are continuing to support CACC services.
Raffles going on now
As October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, two events are happening. Amy Jumper and the Hair Closet are auctioning off gift baskets. Tickets are $5 each or 5 for $20. Tickets can be purchased via Venmo @Amy-Jumper-2 or, by CashApp @haircutter or by stopping in the salon at 104 S. Main Street, Urbana.


Meeting the needs and relieving the financial burden of the cancer patients in the community continue to be the focus of the CACC. It is the CACC’s goal to alleviate this stress to hopefully provide a better outcome as local patients go through these life-changing events. The CACC’s patient services director compassionately assists patients through the process. These days of medical facility reorganization is making this a more patient-involved process.


Nonetheless, CACC volunteers are working to provide the least stress and greatest assistance to the community, a goal begun through the foresight of its initial board and continued due to the committed community, corporate sponsors and dedicated volunteers throughout the years.

To be a part of fundraisers or support, donations may be made via the CACC website www.cancerassociationofchampaigncounty.org or mailing to CACC, P.O. Box 38125, Urbana, Ohio.

drive-thru flu clinic oct. 28

10/19/2020

 
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The Champaign Health District will hold a drive-thru flu clinic for adults 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 28, at the Champaign County Fairgrounds. Both the regular dose vaccine and the high-dose vaccine, for those at least 65 years old, will be available.
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Pre-registration is encouraged for the Merchants Building event, and people can register by calling the Health District at 937-484-1605 or visiting the district website, champaignhd.com

People are asked to wear masks and to have their insurance cards. Otherwise, the cost is $39.75 for the regular dose and $78 for the high-dose. Cash and checks will be accepted. Credit cards will not be accepted.

Enter and exit at the Park Avenue gate.

For those not attending the drive-thru clinic, appointments can be made for people of all ages to obtain flu shots at the Health District office in the county Community Center on South Main Street, Urbana. Appointments are required and can be made at 937-484-1671.
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