News & Press Releases

OFFICES CLOSED FOR LABOR DAY, SEPT. 6

September 2, 2021
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ANNUAL ECONOMIC CONDITIONS SURVEY

September 1, 2021
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Jeanine McKenna, President and CEO of the Emporia Area Chamber of Commerce, asks that you take this annual survey, “to help us look at our regional and state economic conditions. Your participation is essential, as your response helps provide insight into how our region and the Kansas economy is faring in 2021.The findings will be…

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CHAMBER MEMBERS ARE HIRING

August 25, 2021
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Are you looking for a job? Here’s a (growing!) list of Emporia Area Chamber members who are hiring. Angels Care Home Health — 620-340-1088 Auspision LLC — 620-343-3685 Camso — 620-340-6500 Capitol Federal — 620-342-8800 Central Care Cancer Center — 620-342-1117 Community National Bank & Trust — 620-341-7400 Crosswinds Counseling & Wellness — 620-343-2211 Edward…

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Emporia Chamber Relocation Guide Cover Photo Contest

August 24, 2021
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Do you have a stellar photo highlighting Emporia area landscapes or people? Submit your work in the 2021 inaugural “Live, Work, & Play” photo contest hosted by the Emporia Area Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber produces a yearly Relocation Guide magazine, which is a primary marketing tool for introducing the world to our wonderful community…

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RELIEF ACCOUNT TO HELP COACH’S EMPLOYEES

August 20, 2021
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The Emporia Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation has established an account to accept donations to assist employees of Coach’s Grill & Bar who have been displaced by the recent fire. With 28 full- and part-time employees suddenly out of work, and an unknown timeline of what’s next for Coach’s, co-owners Brett Kessler and Sara Schnakenberg…

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NEW CHAMBER MEMBER SHULL CONSTRUCTION

August 19, 2021
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The Emporia Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to welcome new member Shull Construction. The company recently celebrated opening its newest location at 327 Commercial Street in downtown Emporia. Shull Construction has served central Kansas since 2009 with offices in Great Bend and Salina. The company replaces and repairs roofing, siding, windows, and seamless gutters.…

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PLEASE WELCOME COMMUNICATION SOLUTIONS, LLC

August 19, 2021
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The Emporia Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to welcome new member Communication Solutions, LLC. The new Emporia office will be located in the former Birch building at 1301 Chestnut Street. Communication Solutions, LLC provides business-to-business and business-to-consumer contact and call center services. The company plans to hire up to 250 employees for this new…

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SKIN STUDIO, LLC NEWEST CHAMBER MEMBER

August 19, 2021
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The Emporia Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to welcome new member Skin Studio, LLC. Located at 710 Commercial Street in downtown Emporia, Skin Studio is Emporia’s only full-service cosmetic dermatology and med spa. The company provides an array of services, from Botox to peels and fillers and more. Skin Studio, LLC can be reached…

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TOWN HALL COMING TO EMPORIA THIS FRIDAY

August 19, 2021
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2021 TOURISM GRANTS AWARDED

August 19, 2021
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The Emporia Convention and Visitors Advisory Board (CVAB), awarded the final round of 2021 tourism grant requests at their August 16, 2021 meeting. Three organizations applied for funding prior to the August 1st deadline; National Teachers Hall of Fame, All Veterans Golf Tournament, and No Coast Film Festival. The National Teachers Hall of Fame announced…

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