The Greene County Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to advancing the economic vitality and quality of life in Virginia’s Greene County area so that the entire community shall prosper.
INFORMATIONAL ALERT:
On Wednesday, October 4th at 2:20 p.m., there will be a nationwide emergency alert test on cell phones, wireless devices, radios, and TVs. This is a standard test that occurs at least once every three years. No action is needed. See the full press release from FEMA below.
WASHINGTON -- FEMA, in coordination with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), will conduct a nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System (EAS) and Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) this fall.
The national test will consist of two portions, testing WEA and EAS capabilities. Both tests are scheduled to begin at approximately 2:20 p.m. ET on Wednesday, Oct. 4.
The WEA portion of the test will be directed to all consumer cell phones. This will be the third nationwide test, but the second test to all cellular devices. The test message will display in either English or in Spanish, depending on the language settings of the wireless handset.
The EAS portion of the test will be sent to radios and televisions. This will be the seventh nationwide EAS test.
FEMA and the FCC are coordinating with EAS participants, wireless providers, emergency managers and other stakeholders in preparation for this national test to minimize confusion and to maximize the public safety value of the test.
The purpose of the Oct. 4 test is to ensure that the systems continue to be effective means of warning the public about emergencies, particularly those on the national level. In case the Oct. 4 test is postponed due to widespread severe weather or other significant events, the back-up testing date is Oct. 11.
The WEA portion of the test will be initiated using FEMA’s Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (IPAWS), a centralized internet-based system administered by FEMA that enables authorities to send authenticated emergency messages to the public through multiple communications networks. The WEA test will be administered via a code sent to cell phones.
This year the EAS message will be disseminated as a Common Alerting Protocol (CAP) message via the Integrated Public Alert and Warning System-Open Platform for Emergency Networks (IPAWS-OPEN).
All wireless phones should receive the message only once. The following can be expected from the nationwide WEA test:
-Beginning at approximately 2:20 p.m. ET, cell towers will broadcast the test for approximately 30 minutes. During this time, WEA-compatible wireless phones that are switched on, within range of an active cell tower, and whose wireless provider participates in WEA, should be capable of receiving the test message.
-For consumers, the message that appears on their phones will read: “THIS IS A TEST of the National Wireless Emergency Alert System. No action is needed.”
-Phones with the main menu set to Spanish will display: “ESTA ES UNA PRUEBA del Sistema Nacional de Alerta de Emergencia. No se necesita acción.”
WEA alerts are created and sent by authorized federal, state, local, tribal and territorial government agencies through IPAWS to participating wireless providers, which deliver the alerts to compatible handsets in geo-targeted areas. To help ensure that these alerts are accessible to the entire public, including people with disabilities, the alerts are accompanied by a unique tone and vibration.
Important information about the EAS test:
-The EAS portion of the test is scheduled to last approximately one minute and will be conducted with the participation of radio and television broadcasters, cable systems, satellite radio and television providers and wireline video providers.
-The test message will be similar to the regular monthly EAS test messages with which the public is familiar. It will state: “This is a nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System, issued by the Federal Emergency Management Agency, covering the United States from 14:20 to 14:50 hours ET. This is only a test. No action is required by the public.
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The 🟢GCOC had the opportunity to soak in the beautiful scenery of White Lotus Eco Spa Retreat at September’s After Hours event, sponsored by PJ Networks Business Computer Services.
🟢GCOC members love exploring fellow businesses in Greene. If you’re interested in hosting an event in 2024 - your sign up opportunity will be available, soon!
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PJ Networks is awesome
Interested in joining the 🟢GCOC as a Non-Profit, Standard, Silver, or Gold Member? Details and application in the link, below.
www.greenecoc.org/services/application/
The 🟢GCOC appreciates all 2023 Standard Members.
Anytime Fitness Ruckersville, Va
Atlantic Union Bank
Barn at Edgewood
Blue Ridge Cafe & Catering Co.
Blue Ridge School
Brian Dunn Photography LLC
Brown Exterminating CO
Chameleon Silk Screen Printing
Legacy + Light
Early Powell Rakness & Wright PLC
Frederick Block, Brick & Stone
Greene County Historical Society
Greene County Public Schools
Greene County, Va. Sheriff's Office
LevelUp Physical Therapy
Mack Morris Heating & Air Conditioning
Mid-Atlantic Masonry Heat
Murphy's Coffee & Bagel House
Performance Signs
Petite Taway Inc
Piedmont Virginia Community College
PJ Networks Computer Services
Preddy Creek Animal Clinic
R&R Printing
Salem Hill Associates
Shenandoah Homestead Supply
Sojourner Glamping in Greene
The Greene Journal
Trustlow Yost Insurance Professionals
United Bank (Stanardsville)
Virginia Career Works - Piedmont Region
White Lotus Eco Spa Retreat
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Membership Application | Greene County Chamber of Commerce
www.greenecoc.org
Gold Membership Fee: $250 Silver Membership Fee: $180 Standard Membership Fee: $150 Non-profit Membership Fee: $75 Thank you for your interest in joining the Greene County Chamber of Commerce, located...
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🗓️SAVE THE DATE!
The October 🟢GCOC After Hours Event will be held the 19th, 4-6pm at Barn at Edgewood
Reserve your spot early! All proceeds will benefit the newly established Greene County Chamber of Commerce Scholarship Fund.
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🗓️ SAVE THE DATE!
The October 🟢GCOC Membership Breakfast is next week, and we have two guest speakers lined up for you!
We can’t wait to see members there - please remember to register prior to attending. All proceeds will benefit the newly established Greene County Chamber of Commerce Scholarship Fund.
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🟢CHAMBER FACTS🟢
How can joining the GCOC help your business?🤔
➡️ Expands your network
➡️ Helps make business contacts
➡️ Helps obtain key resources for your success in Greene
➡️ Supports your professional development
➡️ Increases your credibility
➡️ Increases your visibility in Greene
➡️ & so much more!
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Stasia Rice - Making it 'HOME'
Stasia Rice has been a Realtor with Avenue Realty since 2014. As a real estate agent, she believe that her role is to make the whole process as stress free as possible. “Buying and selling a house is an exciting life event and I feel honored to have helped so many people through that process successfully.”
avenuerealtygroup.com/real_estate_agent/stasia-rice/
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Artale Bookkeeping & Consulting Services is dedicated to serving small and home-based businesses. We pride ourselves on providing one-on-one attention to our clients and providing them with the personalized services they need. To book a consultation, our website at www.artaleconsulting.com/
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Armstrong & Associates (A&A) offers Association Management and Legislative and Governmental Affairs Services. A&A is located in Central Virginia providing easy access to Washington, D.C. A&A is the home-base of six non-profit business associations.
Shari Bedker, President
434-939-6001
sbedker@armstrongassoc.com
armstrongassoc.com/
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At The Chimney Guys Va, we work hard to keep your chimney and fireplace in the best shape possible, so you don’t have to stress about the safety of your home. Our services guarantee the peace and comfort you desire, allowing you to sit back and enjoy your time at home.
Schedule your appointment today!
434-481-3796
thechimneyguysva@gmail.com
www.thechimneyguysva.com/
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"Blue Ridge Coffee Crafters is a green coffee roasting company, we are very environmentally friendly. We use electric heat elements to roast your coffee, eliminating your coffee from being encased in a hydrogen sulifide gas exaust during the roasting process. Enjoy a healthier roasted coffee throughout your day. We're less acidic too!"
Visit their website at www.blueridgecoffeecrafters.com/ for a list of locations!
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🟢CHAMBER FACTS🟢
What does a Chamber of Commerce do?🤔
The goal of any Chamber is help further the interests of businesses in a local area.
Chambers provide networking opportunity, marketing, business education opportunity, local updates, credibility, volunteer opportunities to better the community, and more.
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Web Weaving
Web Weaving & Consulting, LLC is a website and graphic design company dedicated to offering personalized, cost-effective web site development services to all types of businesses and organizations. We invest the time and consideration necessary to present unique solutions and trustworthy opinions.
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Roto-Rooter
“Roto-Rooter offers residential and commercial plumbing services that customers just like you have come to depend on for nearly 85 years. Call and talk to one of our friendly customer service representatives in Ruckersville and see why Roto-Rooter has been trusted and recommended since 1935.”
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Pioneer Bank "Our independent, locally owned bank has a long and proud history of community dedication and service. We pride ourselves in meeting your financial needs."
Stop by their Ruckersville branch located at 58 Stoneridge Dr N, Ruckersville, VA 22968.
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The Ruckersville Domino's is located at 344 Stoneridge Drive. Check out their current deals and order online at pizza.dominos.com/virginia/ruckersville/344-stoneridge-drive/
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🟢CHAMBER FACTS🟢
What is a Chamber of Commerce?🤔
“A chamber of commerce is a group of businesses that supports the interests of its members. Each chamber of commerce will elect its own leadership and decide what agendas to pursue. A chamber does not create laws, but they may influence pro-business policies by lobbying legislators.” - uschamber.com
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Get helpful, friendly service and the exact shed or outdoor structure you want at Capitol Sheds of Ruckersville. Visit their outdoor showroom located at 49 Lake Saponi Dr Barboursville, VA 22923.
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(434) 964-1901
ruckersville@capitolsheds.com
www.capitolsheds.com/
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Blue Ridge Trailers is having a huge inventory sale on horse & cargo trailers. Be sure to visit them for all your trailer needs!
Blue Ridge Trailers
9932 Seminole Trl, Ruckersville, VA, United States, Virginia
(434) 985-4151
info@blueridgetrailer.com
blueridgetrailer.com
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Lawson Benefits at Work Michelle Lawson Charlottesville Office
"If you have friends or family that would like the personal service of a local VA agent for their Medicare needs please consider giving me a call and setting an appointment today!" Corey Hyde-Lawson, Benefit Specialist at BOST
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NOW LEASING!
Luxurious one and two bedroom apartments, featuring resort style living with elevators, covered garage parking, pool, fitness center and community room all conveniently located in one building.
terracegreene.com
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Paul Davis Restoration of Central Virginia provides professional residential and commercial emergency restoration services for disasters of all sizes. Paul Davis franchise professionals are available 24/7 to clean up and repair damage to residential and commercial property. Give them a call at 434-990-9911 or visit their website central-virginia.pauldavis.com/
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Make it HOME - Staging and Design provides design consultations that cover design and sourcing work for your style, small refresh projects like color consultations and changing vanities and even larger home renovation projects like kitchen remodels and MORE!
makeithomestaging.com/
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Thinking of purchasing a home or refinancing? Consult with a local mortgage lender to go over your options.
Julia Roberts - Lender
Mortgage Loan Officer
NMLS#: 1226376
M: 434.249.5542
JRoberts@fultonmortgagecompany.com
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🟢NEW MEMBER WELCOME🟢
The 🟢GCOC welcomes new🔸Non Profit Member🔸 American Legion Post 128 - Greene VA
“Legion Post 128, Greene County, is a local post in Stanardsville, VA, and part of the Virginia "Fighting" District 13. Established in 1933, we meet the first Tuesday of each month at 6.30 pm.”
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Servpro of Louisa, Orange & Madison
“SERVPRO of Louisa, Orange and Madison Counties are here to provide quality Fire and Water Restoration services to the Louisa, Orange and Madison areas. We also provide mold remediation services, trauma clean up, pack out, and contents cleaning. We are independently owned and operated serving the surrounding areas to include Greene and Rappahannock Counties. We provide 24 hour emergency services 7 days a week which includes board up services from fires or vandalism. Our highly trained staff not only provides a quick response they provide excellent customer service to our community members when disasters strike. We are a IICRC certified firm we are here to help and eager to answer and questions you may have pertaining to your restoration or disaster needs.”
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Piper Ivy Preschool is a year-round daycare center located at 72 Lambs Ln in Stanardsville, VA. They are open from 6:30am until 6:30pm and care for children 2 years through 12 years old. For questions about availability contact Piper "PJ" Gilbert at 434-985-1185 or email piperjack.gilbert@gmail.com.
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Julie Holbrook, Nest Realty Group
Nest is a real estate brokerage built around people and the passionate moves they make. That's why we put our time, talent, and hearts into building relationships instead of closing deals. So whether you're selling an estate, buying a condo, or building from the ground up, we see every interaction as a chance to inspire, engage, empower, and delight you.
www.nestrealty.com
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Edward Jones
"Whether you're planning for retirement, saving for college for children or grandchildren, or just trying to protect the financial future of the ones you care for the most, we can work together to develop specific strategies to help you achieve your goals."
Stop by their Barboursville office located at 5928 Seminole Trl, Suite 106.
www.edwardjones.com/us-en/financial-advisor/marianne-shepard
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❕This Thursday!
The 🟢GCOC September After Hours is hosted by White Lotus Eco Spa Retreat and sponsored by PJ Networks Computer Services.
There will be amazing food and beverage, a presentation by the sponsor, and tour of the grounds. Owner, David, asks that everyone come with comfortable shoes for a walk to showcase the venue!
💡 DON’T FORGET TO REGISTER - 💯 of the proceeds from event registrations go to the GCOC Scholarship Fund.
www.eventbrite.com/e/september-2023-gcoc-after-hours-social-event-tickets-635882911907
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⭐GOLD MEMBER SPOTLIGHT⭐
Maybelle’s Market
Maybelle's has all the essentials of a community store, such as modern, efficient gas and diesel pumps, an extensive selection of convenience store staples, food and drinks, and beer and tobacco products. What sets Maybelle's apart however, will be the food. This is not "gas station" fare. Maybelle's features the cutting edge in food preparation. The mornings feature everything from made-to-order eggs, biscuits, bacon and hash browns to donuts and pastries, along with Coffee. For lunch and dinner Maybelle's has a variety of options, from Boar’s Head deli sandwiches to burgers, pizzas, ribs and sides, as well as seasonal options such as chili and soups.
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Nest Realty Greene
Nest Realty is a different breed of Broker. We're ready to help you MOVE BOLDLY. www.nestrealty.com/charlottesville/offices/greene/
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Lydia Mountain Lodge & Log Cabins
We offer fully furnished log cabins, one to three bedrooms, complete with fireplaces & hot tubs! We also offer several venue options for your function needs and celebrations . Don’t forget to stop by our Bearrr Appetit Restaurant. We have many packages to make your stay special for any occasion!
lydiamountainlodge.com
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The 🟢GCOC met this Wednesday for the Monthly Membership Breakfast, held at Nest Realty Greene🥯☕️
Megan Perry - Real Estate Professional MC’d our meeting with welcoming arms, and provided a breakfast taco bar from Pupuseria Los Robles
Two guest speakers took the floor for this month’s meeting:
Brian S. Ruby
Work Based Learning Facilitator/Career Coach
Greene County Public Schools
Tonya King
Living Free Together
Join us at our next breakfast event - October 11th - where more guest speakers and more great company in Greene awaits you!🙌🏻
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Ruckersville Self Storageis a modern self-storage facility updated with state-of-the-security, affordable units and vehicle parking spaces at a low price. Located at 8060 Seminole Trail, Ruckersville, VA, United States, 22968
434-595-3807
support@ruckersvilleselfstorage.com
www.ruckersvilleselfstorage.com/
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"The Greene County Economic Development & Tourism department promotes Greene County as a rising center for commercial and light industrial development. Its central location also makes it a convenient tourist hub, providing a relaxing setting, picturesque mountain views, and a temperate climate with welcoming inns, select wineries, and gracious dining. Here at the Economic Development department, we are available to assist you in starting a business, relocating a business or finding the ideal commercial property."
Check out the Visitors Center located at 9157 Seminole Trail, Ruckersville, VA.
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We are happy to announce a second guest speaker at our October Membership Breakfast -
Phil Jaderborg from PJ Networks will be presenting information on what small businesses should be doing to protect them from cyber criminals.
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⭐️GOLD MEMBER SPOTLIGHT⭐️
UVA Community Credit Union is a not-for-profit financial cooperative owned by individual members, like you. Our strength is in our membership. Our goal is to help you reach your financial goals. Visit their Greene County branch located at 56 Stoneridge Dr Ruckersville, VA.
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Josh Griffith at Farmers Insurance
"With over 10 years of insurance industry experience, I have the knowledge and skill-set to help you better understand your coverage options--whether that be for auto, home, life, business insurance and much more!"
📞434-202-7302
📩 joshua.rmartin@farmersagency.com
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❕Attention 🟢GCOC Members!
Join us THIS WEDNESDAY 8:30-9:30am for our monthly Membership Breakfast!
We have MULTIPLE speakers lined up, and of course always great company from your local Greene business members.
Do not forget to register - details in the attached event.
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⭐GOLD MEMBER SPOTLIGHT⭐
The Knoll at Stone View
"The Knoll at Stone View offers the ideal environment for anyone looking for a new home incorporating luxury living and serene surroundings.
Our one, two, and three-bedroom apartment homes are designed for style and comfort, and the resort style amenities are sure to impress!
From the moment you arrive, you'll feel the comfort that makes our residents happy to call us home."
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The Cottages at Chesley Creek Farm are a wonderful blend of seclusion and comfort. The cabins allow you to escape from daily life to enjoy the peace and quiet of nature. Our well-appointed cabins allow access to hiking trails through forests and to vistas that provide a panoramic view of the beauty of the Blue Ridge.
For more information visit their website at chesleycreekfarm.com!
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⭐GOLD STAR SPOTLIGHT⭐
Adobe Express
Adobe Express makes it easy to get started with thousands of beautiful templates, plus assets for social media content, logos, and more. Feel like you've got the help of a trusted designer in your corner with the entire Adobe Stock royalty-free photo collection plus a full library of Adobe Fonts at your fingertips. You can easily create logos, banners, cards, flyers and more for your business.
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5 Star Fence
With over a decade of experience, the staff at 5 Star Fence knows what it takes to provide superior services at affordable prices. We specialize in residential fencing, commercial fencing, access gates, and more. We utilize high-quality materials to craft exactly what you need to fit your style and budget. Just need a repair? No problem, we offer fence repair services and replacement and installation services in Charlottesville, Waynesboro, Alexandria and nearby.
The friendly technicians at 5 Star Fence have access to extensive training and are fully trained and certified to carry out the work needed. So you'll feel at ease knowing you have the top professionals in the industry. Our mission to provide 5-star service one linear foot at a time! Our vision is A professional fence business built day by day on values and quality.
Our customer service is outstanding; we will inform you of the project status daily! With our access to exclusive financing programs and a Lifetime Product Warranty, no one has your satisfaction in mind more than 5 Star Fence! If you're looking for fence repair, gate access, or to install a new fence with industry professionals, you've come to the right place!
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