WCEA E-Mail Blitz! 5.27.2016
May 31, 2016
Welcome to Washington County Economic Alliance weekly e-mail blitz!
Washington County Economic Alliance members: Did your business just celebrate a milestone? Don’t forget to let us know! If you’re planning an open house, grand opening, special offer, announcement or event, we can promote your business by including it in our weekly blitz that goes out to hundreds every week. Just send it to dwintory@wceams.com. by 5:00 pm on Mondays. Your information will stay on the blitz up to 60 days before it is removed or until event date has passed. Keep to date on all Washington County Economic Alliance events by following us on facebook and twitter:
Upcoming Events:
May 26
Valley at GHEC Summer 1 Registration, 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Explore MVSU-GHEC Course Offerings and become a member of the Valley @ GHEC family! Come to the Hafter Room in GHEC to register for Summer 1. They are located at 2900 A Highway 1 South in Greenville. For more information call 662.332.8389.
May 26
Lakeport Plantation Presents Lakeport Legacies – The Adventures of the Bastianelli and Pianalto Sisters: History from the Tontitown Museum
Refreshments & Conversations: 5:30 pm Program: 6:00 pm
Come out to The Lakeport Plantation, an antebellum plantation house museum near Lake Village, Arkansas for Lakeport Legacies, a monthly history talk focusing on history in the Delta. This month’s speaker is Dr. Rebecca Howard with the University of Arkansas & Tontitown Historical Museum. The Bastianelli & Pianalto sisters were part of the first wave of Italian immigrants that came to the Sunnyside Plantation in Chicot County in the 1890s. Later they immigrated again to Tontitown in northwest Arkansas with Father Pietro Bandini. Many in the generation who immigrated as children followed Old World marriage habits, meaning young couples delayed marriage until they were financially established. Few walked down the aisle before their late twenties or thirties. So what did a young woman in the 1910s in rural Arkansas do with an extra decade or so as a single woman? Between the five Bastianelli and Pianalto sisters, they lived in at least four states, taught school, became nurses, and aided priests. One sister was a long-time schoolteacher in Lake Village. Another was among the first graduates of St. Edward Nursing School in Fort Smith. Two exercised their voting rights for the first time in California. An examination of their lives reveals fascinating information about an often “silent” generation. Please RSVP to this free event by calling 870.265.6031 or by e-mailing lakeport.ar@gmail.com. Lakeport Plantation is located at 601 Hwy 142 (just over the bridge), Lake Village, Arkansas. For more information call 870.265.6031 or visit http://lakeport.astate.edu.
June 2 – 5
Delta Center Stage Presents Exit Laughing by Paul Elliot, Thursday-Saturday Curtain: 7:30 pm & Sunday Matinee: 2:30 pm
When the biggest highlight in your life for the past 30 years has been your weekly bridge night out with the "girls," what do you do when one of your foursome inconveniently dies? If you're Connie, Leona and Millie, three southern ladies from Birmingham, you do the most daring thing you've ever done. You "borrow" the ashes from the funeral home for one last card game, and the wildest, most exciting night of your lives involves a police raid, a stripper and a whole new way of looking at all the fun you can have when you're truly living. A winner of the AACT New Play Fest, Exit Laughing broke all records for a nonmusical in Springfield Little Theatre's 50-year history at its premiere. Free admission to 2015-16 Delta Center Stage Season Ticket Holders. Purchase tickets at the Door or online. For more information or to purchase tickets online visit their website.
June 11
3rd Annual Warfield Riverfest & Grillin’ on the River BBQ Competition, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Come out for a good cause to Warfield Point Park in Greenville for the 3rd Annual Warfield Riverfest and Grillin’ on the River BBQ competition! Festival organizers will provide a day full of music, festival food, and lots of games and activities such as a 15-foot climbing rock wall, 60-foot Obstacle Course, 9-Hole Mini Golf Course and more. Also new this year is Snakes Alive Educational Show, presented by Herpetologist Terry Vanderventer at 2:00 pm. Visit . www.warfieldriverfest.com to register as a volunteer, a vendor, a BBQ competition team, and more. Funds raised go to Camp Looking Glass, a non-profit organization open to children and young adults with physical and cognitive disabilities, and its current construction project building a permanent campsite on land donated for this purpose. camplookingglass.org. Warfield Riverfest promises to be a fun-filled, family festival on the banks of the Mississippi River at Warfield Point Park, Highway 82 West, Greenville.
June 17
Small Business Leadership Series, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Join us for the first Small Business Leadership Series of 2016! This is a free business workshop conducted by Delta State University’s Dr. Cooper Johnson, professor of management, and Dr. Jamye Long, assistant professor of management held at the Washington County Economic Alliance Conference Room. This month’s topic is, Get Involved and Give Back: Contributing to the Community. The Small Business Leadership Series is not only designed to improve your business, and can be a great place to network and interact with other business leaders. Mark your calendars now! Lunch is provided so please RSVP by June 16 to 662.378.3141.
June 17
Cocktails at the Carousel, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Come out to E.E. Bass Cultural Arts Center located at 323 South Main Street in Greenville to our kickoff Cocktails event —come enjoy endless carousel rides, crafts for the kids, and networking! To show our appreciation, we will serve FREE cocktails to members, and nonmembers cocktails are only $3! Thank you to our sponsors, Lee & Lee CPA!
June 29
Valley at GHEC Summer 11 Registration, 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Explore MVSU-GHEC Course Offerings and become a member of the Valley @ GHEC family! Come to the Hafter Room in GHEC to register for Summer 11. They are located at 2900 A Highway 1 South in Greenville. For more information call 662.332.8389.
July 4
Firecracker 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run, Race Day Registration & Packet Pick-Up: 6:30 am; 5K Run at 7:30 am; 5K Walk at 7:30 am; Fun Run will begin after 5K races
The Washington County Economic Alliance presents the Fourth Annual Firecracker 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run. Join us 4th of July morning in Greenville, Mississippi for a race through our historic downtown, which includes an amazing view on the levee. Worried about the heat? No need with a water station at each mile. The race will begin and end at the Washington County Economic Alliance. An awards ceremony will follow the 1 Mile Fun Run. We have had a great crowd over the last few years, and expect a fun group again this year! All proceeds will benefit the Washington County Economic Alliance’s mission to improve the economic climate and quality of life in Washington County. Pre-Registration 5K Registration Cost $20.00 after June 17 $25.00, Fun Run $10.00, or Family Rate $50.00 (Family of four with children under 12). Contact the Washington County Economic Alliance for a registration form at 662.378.3141, register on-line at racesonline.com or register the morning of starting at 6:30 am. Come spend your fourth of July morning with us!
Announcements:
A&A Pharmacy, the Delta’s Only Full Service Pharmacy
Have you noticed the remodel at 2044 Hwy 1 South? It’s the easy and convenient location of Greenville’s new A & A Pharmacy, the Delta’s only full service pharmacy. The retail pharmacy offers a few extra services not previously available in the Delta. A & A’s pharmacist, a member of Professional Compounding Centers of America, can compound medication individualized just for you. It’s not just prescription medicine and reasonably priced over counter items the pharmacy stocks; their giftware section features Ginger Snap jewelry, Melissa and Doug toys, WoodWick candles, Captain Rodney’s food products, free gift wrap and much more. If it’s inconvenient to get to the pharmacy, just ask about delivery to your home or workplace at no extra charge. Stop in and visit with A & A Pharmacy’s friendly staff, or drive thru and have your prescription filled fast at Greenville’s family owned hometown pharmacy.
Brad Branscome, Chuck Williams Join Guaranty Bank With Long Litany Of Lending Experience
BELZONI – Huey Townsend, Chairman of the Board of Guaranty Bank & Trust Company, announced that two veteran bankers have joined the bank. Townsend said that Hudson W. “Chuck” Williams will serve as Senior Vice President, Special Projects, while Joseph Bradley “Brad” Branscome will assume the title of Community President. Branscome, a 1989 graduate of Mississippi State University, earned his Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, majoring in Banking and Finance. He was previously employed at State Bank & Trust Company and Regions Bank as a commercial banker with a concentration in agricultural lending. Prior to banking, he owned and operated a wood products company that purchased, harvested, and distributed raw timber products throughout the Southeast. Branscome has completed a number of professional schools and is certified in Credit Risk Management. He is a graduate of the Mississippi School of Banking, conducted at the University of Mississippi, and graduate of Leaders at all Levels for Mid-Level Managers. He also holds a Property and Casualty Insurance License for a multi-state area. Branscome is a past Director and Vice President of the Kirk Academy School Board and serves as a Deacon and Worship Leader at Grace Baptist Church. He and his wife, the former Michelle Bankston, have one child, Josh Branscome. Williams is a 1971 graduate of Delta State University, where he earned his Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance and Marketing. He is a Rankin County native who served seven years in the Mississippi National Guard. He began his banking career with the Bank of Olive Branch in 1971 and has been affiliated with Regions Bank since 1973 where he most recently served as Executive Vice President for north Mississippi. Williams has been active in civic and economic development endeavors over the years and served on the American Bankers Association’s Rural and Agricultural Committee for the past three years. He is a past President of the DeSoto County Economic Development Council and is a member of the Rotary Club. He also served on the Building Committee and Chairman of Broadway Baptist Church and the Southern Baptist Educational Center in Southaven. Additionally, he serves as the Finance Committee Chairman at First United Methodist Church in Grenada. Williams and his wife, the former Kathy Bailey, have one child, Katherine K. Williams.
Harlow’s invites you to Louie’s Steak House Thursday thru Saturday opening at 5:00 pm
Harlow’s invites you to Louie’s Steak House Thursday thru Saturday opening at 5:00 pm. Our special entrees featured for May, June and July include a house salad and are served with a complimentary glass of wine. And by the way, don’t forget about our two dollar Martini’s. Here’s our tempting menu: Petite Tenderloin Cabernet Demi-Glace, Seared Scallop, King Crab with a lemon Butter Buerre Blanc Sauce Yukon Gold Roasted Garlic Smashed Potatoes, Tempura Asparagus $56.00; Grilled Airline Chicken Breast Stuffed with Prosciutto and shrimp Potato Hash, Roasted Vegetables, Madeira Cream $42.00; 36 Oz Tomahawk Rib eye Saffron Risotto, Sautéed Mushrooms Asparagus $48.00. For more information call 662.335.9797.
Peaceful Strings
We are getting ready for Spring in our shop. We have new Spring/Summer yarn, magazines full of patterns, accessories, project bag, and even jewelry you can knit or crochet. Our Community Project is doing well, we have several washcloths and blanket squares. Thanks to all who are participating! If you want to participate, there is still plenty of time as we won't begin to assemble the blanket(s) until October. The project is to make one washcloth with cotton you purchase from our shop, and one blanket square that you will receive donated yarn. Stitch, Snack and Sometimes Sounds is the 1st Friday of each and every month. Our next one is May 6th, 5-9pm (no, you don't have to be here at 5pm and stay until 9pm, just come for as long as you'd like). For those of you who use metal crochet hooks, we will be creating clay handles during this time. Our sounds come from the Musique Ladee, who is a Jazz and Classic pianist. Bring your stitching, a snack you can share and let us know your coming by email or calling the shop at 662.360.9431. Classes are $8.50/hour and there are several time slots available. Just call and schedule yours today! Yarn Kits are 50% off!! Come in and take a look at these wonderful patterns and yarn! The shop will be closed in June from the 10th through 21st as I'm attending the National Needlework Association Annual Conference in Washington D.C. and bringing back Fall Yarns, new ideas and more! Thank you all for your support, prayers and patronage!! Without you we don't have a yarn shop &:-)
Regions Bank New Branch Team Leader
Regions Bank is pleased to announce Deanne Johnson New as Branch Team Leader at the Greenville Sunny Branch location. Deanne attended Mississippi State University and comes to Regions with over 7 years of banking and credit union experience. A native of Brandon, MS, Deanne moved to Glen Allan with her family in 2012. She is actively involved in Glen Allan United Methodist Church serving as co-chair of the children's ministry. She and her husband Kris have two children, Catelynn and John Kell.
Springleaf Financial Adds New Team Member
Springleaf has hired Sherrick Gladney. She is a Greenville native and Ole Miss graduate who brings several years of banking experience to our office. Sherrick is an active member in the local Kiwanis chapter and an active member of Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority incorporated and Phi Alpha Delta Law Attorney International. Alpha Kappa Alpha and Phile Alpha Delta chapters help serve local communities in several outreach events and activities of which she is active participant in both organizations.
Toshiba Business Solutions Names New Account Executive
Toshiba Business Solutions has names Kevin Hinnant, Sr. as the new account executive to serve the Washington County MS and surrounding areas. Kevin comes to Toshiba with 25 years of experience in the office equipment industry with his first 10 years serving as a service technician and later transitioning into sales. “I am thankful to both Toshiba Business Solution and Charles Peeples, who has recently retired, for trusting me with the responsibility of serving the customers here in the Delta. I am looking forward to building on the foundation laid and strengthening our dedication to our current and future customers.”
United Way of Washington County Gears Up for Race Days
The United Way of Washington County and the Greenville Speedway are partnering this year to raise money to benefit the 13 local agencies. Wesley Washington and his Greenville Speedway team have selected the United Way as the recipient of their generous race track attendees and drivers. The United Way is selling raffle tickets for the Goody Giveaway which includes donated YETI Coolers filled with items also donated from our area businesses and vendors. Tickets are on sale at the United Way office for $5.00 for one ticket or five tickets for $20.00. This tickets will be sold up to and throughout the race and the winner does not have to be present to win. Call 662.332.5371 to purchase a ticket.
Very Berry Clean Father’s Day Special
Father’s Day Special $75.00 3/hours! Give Dad the gift of cleanliness. Licensed, Insured & Bonded. For more information call 662.344.3735.