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On this month's episode, we're joined by Cher Dulaney, Tourism Director of Visit Calhoun County and the Calhoun County Area Chamber & Visitors Center, to discuss her tourism efforts for the past year, as well as an exciting upcoming event right here in Calhoun County! Check out the Visit Calhoun County website today to plan your visit at visitcalhouncounty.com or Follow them on their socials at: Facebook Instagram YouTube TikTok Be sure to follow Visit Calhoun County for upcoming details on the SkyTrail Festival on Saturday, October 10th and the opening night reception on Friday, October 9th! -- Be sure to follow us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever your listen to podcasts. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram YouTube LinkedIn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this month's episode of the In Tune with Calhoun podcast, we're joined by Matt Headley, owner of Aisle Events, LLC and Plainspoken Blueprint, to discuss how your mental health journey can impact your small businesses and to never give up on your hero's journey to redemption. You can find Matt on LinkedIn if you'd like to connect, as well as on his Southern Legends blog. -- Be sure to follow us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever your listen to podcasts. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram YouTube LinkedIn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this month's episode, Communications Director Ashlee Jones sat down with Kim Bentley, Owner of Steadfast Physical Therapy and Model City Trykes, to discuss how her one-on-one physical therapy clinic can help you meet your mobility and balance needs, as well as hearing about some wonderful volunteer opportunities to bring joy to some of our local children facing mobility challenges. For more information on Steadfast Physical Therapy, visit their website at https://steadfast-pt.com/ For more information on Model City Trykes, visit their website at modelcitytrykes.com Nominations for the Small Business Awards are open! Nominate here. -- Be sure to follow us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever your listen to podcasts. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram YouTube LinkedIn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we're joined by Kyle Bryan, Martha's Hope Program Director of United Way of East Central Alabama in Anniston, to talk about the services and programs UWECA provides to our region, including the upcoming clinic capabilities of Martha's Hope, the nonprofit's client-focused shelter for homeless individuals and families seeking assistance. If you're interested in supporting UWECA and it's initiatives, feel free to volunteer your time, donate monetarily, or by contributing these items to their location at 1431 Gurnee Avenue, Anniston, Alabama 36201: CoffeeSugarLaundry detergent Don't forget, if you or someone you know could benefit from UWECA's services, please don't hesitate to call them for assistance at 211! -- Be sure to follow us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever your listen to podcasts. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram YouTube LinkedIn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we're joined by Samuel Sawyer, Co-Owner of Aquality Farms in Anniston, to talk about the family-owned business and how their mission to encourage healthier and sustainable living through locally grown lettuce, mushrooms, and microgreens started in childhood and grew into the farm it is today. If you're looking for a natural remedy to common ailments, their tinctures may be for you! To find more information on their products in Calhoun and Cleburne Counties, visit their farm at 1414 Wilmer Avenue, or check out their website. Ready to register for a Chamber event? Visit our calendar here. -- Be sure to follow us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever your listen to podcasts. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram YouTube LinkedIn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we're joined by 2026 Chamber Board Chair Kathy Gregerson, General Manager of Ted's Floors & Beyond in Anniston, to discuss her goals for the Chamber during her tenure, as well as our upcoming Annual Meeting at the Oxford Civic Center on February 3rd. Ted's Floors & Beyond also recently won "Small Business of the Year" in the 11 - 50 Employees category from the Chamber of Commerce Association of Alabama! Congratulations!! For Annual Meeting ticket information, please visit calhounchamber.com. -- Be sure to follow us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever your listen to podcasts. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram YouTube LinkedIn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we're joined by Sarah Woolmaker with the Anniston Museums and Gardens, as well as the Tourism Vice Chair for the Calhoun County Area Chamber & Visitors Center's Board of Directors, to discuss the New Year's Eve Disco Ball fundraiser for AM&G, getting Calhoun County out there with more promotions and word of mouth marketing, and some of the upcoming Tourism plans for our region! Wanna get involved at the Anniston Museums and Gardens? Sign up to volunteer today. Grab your tickets to the Disco Ball today here. -- Be sure to follow us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever your listen to podcasts. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram YouTube LinkedIn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we're joined by Jess Nelson, Assistant Branch Manager for the AOD Federal Credit Union location in Oxford and member of the Chamber's Small Business Committee. We'll be discussing the Chamber's upcoming "Shop Small, Cheer Big" campaign to encourage Calhoun County to support our local small businesses for their holiday shopping (both for the holidays and beyond!) Want to take part in the "Shop Small, Cheer Big" bingo challenge? Download your copy on November 17th at calhounchamber.com! Are you a small business wanting to take part in the Shop Small campaign this year? Visit the American Express site for some free resources! -- Be sure to follow us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever your listen to podcasts. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram YouTube LinkedIn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we're joined by Dr. Tom Nelson, former President of the Northeast Alabama Bicycle Association. We'll be discussing the history of NEABA, the upcoming Coldwater Trail Race, and safety tips for beginner cyclists and runners! If you'd like to reach out to Dr. Nelson, his email is [email protected] -- Be sure to follow us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever your listen to podcasts. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram YouTube LinkedIn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we're joined by Alex Wilkerson, WorkFORCE Connections Program Director, for United Way of East Central Alabama. We'll be discussing the programs offered by UWECA, specifically their WorkFORCE Connections Program, the upcoming United Way Day of Action, and their ALICE poverty simulation programming to educate the community about what those around them may be experiencing everyday. Check out these links for more information about the WorkFORCE Connections Program, volunteering with UWECA, or a list of all the programs UWECA offers. Want to check out the date from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce of AI usage in small businesses? Visit here. Get in touch with Alex through email at [email protected] -- Be sure to follow us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever your listen to podcasts. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram YouTube LinkedIn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we're joined by Keith Parrott, President and CEO, for the RMC Health System. We'll be discussing National Wellness Month this August, as well as plans for the hospital and clinic locations, the BlueCross BlueShield distinctions held by RMC and what they mean, and how RMC's service lines and community screenings can help keep you and your business healthy! If you would like to contribute to RMC's continued growth and improvement (namely previous donations of new beds for Labor & Delivery, the renovation of the Outpatient department, and new equipment for Respiratory Therapy as a few examples), please consider donating to the RMC Foundation, which is their 501c3 fundraising arm. Need a primary care physician or specialist? Check out all the physicians affiliated with RMC here. For more information about the Alabama Employer Health Consortium, visit their website here. -- Be sure to follow us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever your listen to podcasts. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram YouTube LinkedIn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we're joined by Kellee Moses, MBA Director, for the College of Business & Industry at Jax State. We'll be discussing Jax State's MBA Program, what to expect starting your higher education journey as an experienced professional vs. a young adult, as well as the joys of starting a dinner club as an empty nester! August 26th, 2025 - Last Day to Register or Add A Class & Tuition Payment Deadline for Fall 2025 Semester Thinking about starting the program and you want to schedule a video call with Director Moses? Have questions? Send her an email at [email protected] For more information on how to utilize our 20% Corporate Tuition Scholarship with Jax State, visit here. -- Be sure to follow us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever your listen to podcasts. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram YouTube LinkedIn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we're joined by Shawn Blackmon, CEO, of Big Brothers Big SIsters of Northeast Alabama. We'll be discussing the importance of BBBS of NE AL, how to best support them and our community's Littles, and even his EA Sports College Football 25 leaderboard ranking! If you would like more information on joining their Board, contact Shawn at [email protected]. Ready to be a Big or to donate? Now's a great time! Register here for the Legislative Review with Senator Keith Kelley! For more information on YEE, check out our promo video on YouTube. Register today! Be sure to follow us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever your listen to podcasts. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram YouTube LinkedIn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we're joined by Gayle Macolly, Principal Remediation Manager, Major Projects, of Eastman. We'll be discussing the ongoing PCB cleanup by Eastman, Anniston's ties to Air Force One, and the importance of the Youth Leadership Calhoun County and Leadership Calhoun County programs! Links to the Alabama legislative bills mentioned in this episode: HB543 – Business Personal Property Tax Threshold Increase SB196 – Move on When Ready Act HB163 – Decoupling from Federal TCJA R&E Amortization Rule HB386 – Food Sales Tax Reduction Act For more information on YEE, check out our promo video on YouTube. Register today! Be sure to follow us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever your listen to podcasts. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram YouTube LinkedIn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we're joined by Jennifer Yates, District Administrative Coordinator of the Calhoun County Conservation District. We'll be discussing the Alabama "Year of Trails," as well as some great ways to take part locally and how important conservation of our natural resources is for our residents and visitors! Information on the ribbon cutting ceremony for the completion of the Silver Comet/Chief Ladiga Trail Extension is available here. If you'd like to register for the 100 Alabama Miles Challenge, visit here. Ready to get your kayak on? Visit Choccolocco Kayak after their opening May 24th date here. Be sure to follow us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever your listen to podcasts. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram YouTube LinkedIn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.