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Megan Garner Named Commodore of the Month for February At our monthly Commodore meeting on February 14, we welcomed Nicole Belcher with Decatur Parks and Recreation, who shared exciting updates on upcoming events at Point Mallard Park, the new recreation center being built at Wilson Morgan Park and the progress of the softball complex near…

Submit Your Nomination for the 2025 Athelyne C. Banks Citizen of the Year Award The Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce invites you to nominate an outstanding member of the Decatur-Morgan County community for the 2025 Miss Athelyne C. Banks Citizen of the Year Award. This prestigious honor recognizes individuals who demonstrate exceptional dedication and service…

Celebrating Women of Character Event in Decatur to Be Held on International Women’s Day The Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Decatur Parks & Recreation and Decatur Morgan County Tourism, is proud to host Celebrating Women of Character on Saturday, March 8, 2025, in recognition of International Women’s Day. This event will highlight…

Habitat for Humanity ReStore Hosts Coffee & Cards Thank you to the Habitat for Humanity ReStore in Decatur for hosting Coffee & Cards on February 6. Chamber members had the opportunity to network and learn more about the ReStore’s mission of giving merchandise new life while generating funds to build homes for deserving families in Morgan…

Emerging Leaders: Leading with Purpose to Serve and Impact our Community At our Emerging Leaders event on February 5, we had a table talk discussion on how to lead with purpose to serve and impact our community. Thank you to Cheyenne Sanchez, founder and president of Young Professionals of Decatur, for facilitating an engaging table…

Connect with Local Employers at Hiring Event on February 11 The Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with AIDT, Career Connect, Calhoun Community College and the Morgan County Economic Development Association, invites job seekers to a Hiring Event on Tuesday, February 11 from 3 – 6 p.m. at Ingalls Harbor Pavilion at 802-A Wilson…

Brown Books & More Hosts After Hours Thank you to Brown Books & More for hosting After Hours on January 30. Our members had a fantastic time networking in a relaxed setting while exploring all that this wonderful local bookstore has to offer including real fruit smoothies, iced coffees and a lunch menu. Networking is…

January SuperStar Teacher: Celebrating Elizabeth Hastings at Austin Junior High School in Decatur Elizabeth Hastings, a 9th-grade Biology teacher at Austin Junior High School in Decatur, has been named the Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce’s SuperStar Teacher for January. Our presenting sponsor, Hubbard & Drake General – Mechanical Contractors, Inc., represented by Brian Beidleman, along with…

Bill Nelson Named Commodore of the Month for January 2025 At our monthly Commodore meeting on January 17, fellow Commodore Brent Gosnell with Edward Jones helped kick off the year with practical financial tips. Congratulations to Bill Nelson with RE/MAX Platinum – Jeff and Kim Hallmark for being named the Greater Morgan County Builders Association Commodore of…

Chamber Searches for Administrative & Events Coordinator Our Administrative & Events Coordinator, Megan Holloway, who has been an invaluable member of our team, will be transitioning out of her role with the Chamber effective Friday, February 7. Megan has accepted a new opportunity with BCOMING.CHURCH. Please join us in extending our heartfelt appreciation and best…