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Dothan Area Chamber of Commerce October 2016
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An Economic UpdateFrom Your Chamber PRESIDENTPAGE 5
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INSIDEWhat’s
October 2016
2 Events Calendar
3 Ribbon Cuttings
5 Cover Story
6-11 Business Briefs
12 Grow Dothan
13 Workforce Development
14 Small Business Development
Also In This Issue 4 Spotlight On Business
6 Team And Star Of The Year
8 Davis Direct Acquires Color Craft
11 Home Oil Celebrates 50 Years
October
Your cover photo features three Wiregrass area businesses – CAE (Dothan Regional Airport), Next Level Apparel (Ashford) and Wayne Farms (Dothan) that are all part of the tremendous
economic growth within the region.
Ribbon Cutting: Monogram & More/Hallmark Store – 10:30 a.m.Location: 900 Commons Drive, Suite 802 (Wiregrass Commons Mall) Youth Leadership Dothan-Houston County Interviews – 6 p.m.Location: 102 Jamestown Blvd. (Chamber)Youth Leadership Dothan-Houston County Interviews – 6 p.m.Location: 102 Jamestown Blvd. (Chamber)Ribbon Cutting: The Daily Grind Café, LLC – 10:30 a.m. Location: 33 S. Broad St., Suite 3, Cowarts (Beside Ronnie’s)
Columbus Day – Chamber Closed
97th Annual Meeting – Noon (doors and buffet open at 11:30 a.m.)Location: 900 W. Main St. (Wiregrass Church)*Reservations required: (334) 792-5138LEADS Group 2 Meeting – 8 a.m.Location: 102 Jamestown Blvd. (Chamber)Troy University Small Business Counseling – 9:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m.Location: 102 Jamestown Blvd. (Chamber)*Reservations required: (334) 792-5138Ribbon Cutting: Legacy Therapy & Wellness – 10:30 a.m. Location: 205 Graceland Dr. Suite 6LEADS Group 1 Meeting – 11 a.m.Location: 102 Jamestown Blvd. (Chamber)Ribbon Cutting: Canon Solutions America Relocation – 2 p.m. Location: 217 Graceland Drive. Suite 1Ribbon Cutting: Shann Mann Co. - 10:30 a.m. Location: 102 Jamestown Blvd. (Chamber)Military Affairs Committee Command Reception – 6 p.m.Location: 102 Jamestown Blvd. (Chamber)*Reservations required: (334) 792-5138New Ambassador Orientation – 9 a.m. Location: 102 Jamestown Blvd. (Chamber) Leadership Dothan Health/Human Services & Quality of Life Day – 7:45 a.m. to 5 p.m.Location: 440 Honersuckle Road (Spectracare Health Systems Inc.)Spotlight on Business 2017 Booths Go On Sale – 8:30 a.m.Location: 102 Jamestown Blvd. (Chamber)*See page 4 for more information.LifeSouth Community Blood Centers’ Blood Drive – 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.Location: 102 Jamestown Blvd. (Chamber)LEADS Group 2 Meeting – 8 a.m.Location: 102 Jamestown Blvd. (Chamber)LEADS Group 1 Meeting – 11 a.m.Location: 102 Jamestown Blvd. (Chamber)
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Dothan Area Chamber of CommerceOctober 2016
ConnectionsCONNECTIONS
An Economic Update
From Your Chamber
PRESIDENTPAGE 5
OPENING DOORS And MindsPAGE 7
Proprietorship Growth In
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2 CHAMBER CONNECTIONS OCTOBER 2016
RibbonCuttingsKnockerball Dothan
1101 Northfield CircleDothan, AL 36303
Kathy Brown(334) 232-8123
www.knockerballdothan.comAMUSEMENT
Clip and add these to your Membership Directory.
Amy’s Hair Refinery and SalonAmy Faison3119 Wesley Way, Suite 2Dothan, AL 36305Ph: (334) 796-3926HAIR SALONBoys & Girls Clubof the WiregrassPhillip Gilley457 S. Alice St.Dothan, AL 36301Ph: (334) 792-8787Fax: (334) 712-6482www.bgcwiregrass.orgNONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONSDaySpring Hospice, LLCDwayne Bowman3160 W. Main St., Suite 1 (Dothan)P O Box 311246Enterprise, AL 36331Ph: (334) 347-2999Fax: (334) 347-2980www.dayspringhospice.comHOSPICEFULLEFUELED, LLCEric Easley1506 Warrick Ave. Dothan, AL 36303Ph: (334) 718-3077AUTOMOBILE CONCIERGESERVICEGrob Aircraft AGDavid “Dash” Wilmot751 Flightline DriveDothan, AL 36303Ph: (720) 878-2070www.grob-aircraft.comAIRCRAFT MANUFACTURERHealthcare Resource Center, LLCBeth Kenward150 N. Foster St. (physical)5 Woodmere DriveDothan, AL 36305Ph: (334) 803-3951www.hrcagent.comINSURANCE
Innovative TechnologyGroup, LLCJoshua Thurston1524 AL-123 (Hartford)PO Box 153Troy, AL 36081Ph: (334) 697-4371www.weareitg.com INFORMATION TECHNOLOGYJungle Jump Bounce HouseRuss Brown900 Commons Drive, Suite 105 (Dothan)2750 Kingfish LaneChipley, FL 32428Ph: (334) 792-3622www.junglejumpbouncehouse.comAMUSEMENTBecky Taylor ScottBecky Taylor Scott222 Prestwick DriveDothan, AL 36305Ph: (903) 571-0652INDIVIDUAL MEMBERSHIPTropical Smoothie CaféKaren Purvis3230 Ross Clark Circle (Dothan)350 Buckeye RidgeKinsey, AL 36303Ph: (334) 673-5652Fax: (334) 673-5690www.tropicalsmoothiecafe.com RESTAURANTSTropical Smoothie Café Karen PurvisCottonwood Corners1640 Ross Clark Circle, Suite 301Dothan, AL 36301Ph: (334) 792-7928Fax: (334) 792-7926www.tropicalsmoothie.com RESTAURANTS
40 Or More YearsCenturyLinkBondy’s Ford Inc.Larry Blumberg and Associates (LBA Hospitality)U.S. Mobile Homes30-39 YearsBest Western - Dothan Inn & SuitesCanon Solutions America Inc.Covenant United Methodist ChurchDothan Surgery CenterDothan WarehouseHerndon Oil Corp. Houston AcademyInsurance Center of the Southeast Inc.ManpowerPPG Architectural CoatingsProfessional Lane Dental AssociatesR. Grimmer State Farm InsuranceTime Warner Cable25-29 YearsBetter Business BureauFive Star Credit UnionLi-Bo’s Dance Barre Inc.Stuart C. Irby Co. Wayne Farms, LLCWiregrass Electric Cooperative20-24 YearsA-Lock & SafeHolloway Credit Solutions, LLCPrimeCare of Dothan15-19 YearsCarr, Riggs & Ingram, LLCBMI Storage, LLCChildren’s Rehab & Therapy ServicesDixie Egg Co. - Alabama
Highlands Trail ApartmentsSARCOAWestgate Christian School10-14 YearsCornerstone Church and Academy84 West Inc.Harvest Church Gresco Utility Supply Inc.Hodges Warehouse & LogisticsLakewood Landscape Group, LLCNorthside Methodist ChurchOates Estates ApartmentsThe Pepi CompaniesSilver Wings Golf CourseSixth Sense Concepts5-9 YearsABC Supply Co. Inc.All Metal Roofing & Siding Inc.Medical AIDS Outreach of Alabama (MAO)Mr. TransmissionStrategy61-4 YearsBel Aire Center, LLCCircuit Judge Kevin MoultonCommercial Jet Services, LLCDothan Downtown Redevelopment AuthorityHots DeliJimmy Johns Dothan Inc.The Lilly Co.Mingledorff’s DistributorsThe Nature GalleryPremier Entertainment Group, LLCScot Thompson ChiropracticTeam Linda Simmons Real EstateWiregrass Humane Society
RenewingMembers
NewMembers
Schedule A Ribbon Cutting!Are you a new Chamber member? Has your business expanded or
relocated? Are you breaking ground for a new facility? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you may want to schedule a Chamber Ribbon Cutting or Goundbreaking event.
These events take place weekly on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Chamber staff will work with you to choose the date and time that best fits your schedule. Your event will be included in the Calendar of Events section of the Chamber Connections and your picture will also be featured in the newsletter after the event.
For more information or to book an event, contact Hayden Camp, director of membership, at (334) 792-5138 or [email protected].
Thank you!Your membership is an investment in
the future of your business and the economicprogress of the Wiregrass area.
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This year’s Spotlight on Business will be held Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2017, at the Dothan Civic Center from 3-7 p.m. This trade show allows members to showcase their products and services to fellow Dothan Area Chamber of Commerce members, as well as the general public.
This is your opportunity to reach over 1,500 potential customers.
Booths will go on sale Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2016, at 8:30 a.m. at the Chamber. A registration table will be in the Chamber lobby for reservations one day only. We will not accept any reservations before then. If you are not able to register that day, please mail or fax your registration to the Chamber on or after the Oct. 25.
The cost for each booth is $350 (+$25 for electricity if desired). Exhibit spaces are available on a first-come basis and payment is required with your reservation. You will be able to choose your booth location at the time of registration.
For more information, contact Hayden Camp at (334) 792-5138 or [email protected].
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26th ANNUAL TRADE SHOWSpotlight on BusinessThe
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Two Great Publications,One Great Idea!
Last Minute Reservations Welcome!
You want to reach new residents and the business community. They want to know how to find you. The best way to achieve both goals is to advertise in the Dothan Area Chamber of Commerce’s 2017 Dothan’s Official Welcome Guide and the 2017 Membership Directory & Business Guide.
The Dothan Area Chamber and Print Services Inc., the Chamber member awarded this project, have begun the ad sales campaign for these 2017 publications. Chamber members
(primary contact and/or advertising agent) recently began receiving the Chamber’s project introduction letter, verification form(s) and a “Reserve Your Space” brochure.
Print Services will be contacting members about the advertising opportunities and has a media kit available online at www.psiprinter.com.
The Welcome Guide and Membership Directory & Business Guide will be mailed to Chamber members in late January 2017. High visibility through great distribution has been the key to the Welcome Guide’s success. Increased usage of the Membership Directory is a direct result of its convenience to find fellow business members to promote our business-to-business relationships. Don’t miss out on these important publications! Your company will benefit greatly by reaching all who look to the Dothan Area Chamber for information about Dothan businesses in 2017.
Distribution of the Welcome Guide (10,000) includes economic development prospects, new residents, prospective retirees and relocation families requesting information through the Chamber, 15 Chamber member apartment complexes for new residents, 15 Chamber member hotels/motels in-room distribution and the Dothan Utilities and Wiregrass Electric Authority offices to all new service customers. Great web exposure is another avenue of distribution for the 2017 Welcome Guide. The publication will be on the following websites: The City of Dothan, Houston County, Dothan Area Convention & Visitors Bureau, Dothan Area Chamber of Commerce and Print Services Inc.
For more information about this opportunity, please contact:
(334) 702-4063(334) 712-6532 Faxwww.psiprinter.com
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CoverStory
From Your Chamber PresidentAn Economic Update
Dear Valued Chamber Members and Grow Dothan Investors,It has been a very positive time for the Dothan Metro Area with growth
and investment in 2015-2016. As DACC members and Grow Dothan investors, your support and assistance in helping us grow and develop our southeast Alabama economy is very much appreciated, and we are grateful for the support we have to help keep our community moving forward.
The partnership with the City of Dothan, Houston County and area private investors are the keys to our success. We are truly blessed with the collaboration of our City and County leaders to continue to grow and develop regional partnerships with Dale, Geneva and Henry counties that spur and facilitate development which help all of us. While these four counties are highlighted, our focus also goes across state lines as we continue to work collaboratively in the tri-state area. Excitement still remains with the Florida-Alabama MegaSite (www.floridaalabamamegasite.com) effort in Jackson County, Florida that will spur major investment in our region. We are fully committed to this effort with our friends in Florida as this project could truly be a game changer for our region.
As we continue our focus on three key initiatives: (1) existing industry support and expansion, (2) community development, and (3) recruitment of new industry, we have had a very active past 24 months with some strong successes. Our team has worked diligently to secure over $300 million of investment and 1,300 jobs to the area. These projects are reflected in the following new investments and expansions: Wayne Farms, LLC - Dothan, Wayne Farms, LLC – Dale County/Ozark Feed Mill, Commercial Jet, Glasstream Powerboats, Conagra/Tree House Foods, Next Level Apparel, Red Star/Lesaffre Yeast Co., Michelin North America, CAE’s investment at the Dothan Regional Airport, Eastern Technologies, KFH Industries Inc., Townsend Building Supply Co., Ag Spray, Nyride, LLC, Folklore Brewing and Meadery’s upcoming expansion.
All of these projects and investments are a tribute to the collaboration of our elected leadership, state and utility allies, and local support. Our partnership with the Alabama Department of Commerce/AIDT, along with our local city, county and state leadership, all have led to the good things that are happening in the Wiregrass. In addition, we thank our area leaders and state representatives for their constant support in growing the Wiregrass, and we will continue to work hard to maximize every economic opportunity.
Specifically, we also continue to focus on key infrastructure improvements by working with the Dothan-Houston County Airport Authority to put resources together to make major general aviation improvements. Key allies to grow this major asset include the FAA and the Wiregrass Foundation. Additionally, through the support of Gov. Robert Bentley, our state, legislative delegation, and partnerships with Houston and Dale counties, $900,000 has been secured to address drainage improvements in the northwest quadrant of the airport. This investment is key to ensuring growth and opportunity in the aviation economy.
What does all this growth mean to our area? Two years ago the Dothan Metro Area hovered around 7.4 percent unemployment rate with about 58,000 individuals working in our market. Today we stand at 5.6 percent with about 59,000 people working. In addition, there are close to 1,000 unfulfilled jobs in our market.
As we close out this Chamber year, many thanks to each of you for your continued support and a special thanks to DACC Chairman Forrest Register and Grow Dothan Chairman Mark Saliba for their time and leadership to our organization. Economic development is a team effort, and we are here to help keep “meeting the challenge” and “shaping the future.”
CAE
Next Level Apparel
Wayne Farms, LLC
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Congratulations to the Ambassador and Diplomat team “Ultra Impact” for claiming this year’s title. Pictured (seated l-r) are Adrienne Hall, Hilton Garden Inn; Tara Ryals, Troy University; Kristy Trusty, “Dothan Eagle”; (standing) Chris Bailey, Residence Inn by Marriot; Adam Saucer, Country Financial; Brittan Jones, The Computer Doctor; Stacey Brackin, Wiregrass Rehabilitation Center Inc.; and Rob Heffner, Flowers Insurance. Not pictured is Pat Evans, Evans Automotive Service.
Thank you to all our Ambassadors and Diplomats who serve as the eyes and ears for the Dothan Area Chamber of Commerce. It is their dedication and support that assist your local Chamber in meeting its goals.
Star Of The Year
Team Of The Year
Ultra Impact
Ambassadors&Diplomats
Kassie GloverAvadian Credit Union
Scarecrows in the GardensOct. 1-31Dothan Area Botanical Gardens. Take a stroll through the gardens to see all the different scarecrows creatively designed and decorated by local schools, civic organizations and local artists. This year’s theme is “It’s Only Make Believe.” The event is free and open to the public. For more information, call (334) 793-3224 or visit www.dabg.com.
Screen on the GreenOct. 7 • 7:30 p.m.Wiregrass Museum of Art and Conference Center. Enjoy a great movie at WMA’s Screen on the Green featuring Tim Burton’s “Beetlejuice.” Bring your lawns chairs or blankets to cozy up with a date, make it a family night or enjoy some well-deserved alone time all with popcorn at this free event. Food trucks will provide dinner, drinks and movie munchies. WMA’s galleries will be open beginning at 6 p.m. so visitors can take in current exhibitions before the movie starts. In case of rain, the movie will be shown in the museum’s Great Hall. For more information, call (334) 794-3871 or visit www.wiregrassmuseum.org.
Fall Farm DayOct. 15 • 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.Landmark Park. Come and watch how peanuts were harvested in the Wiregrass nearly 100 years ago. Enjoy the sights, sounds and sweet smells of cane grinding, syrup making, butter churning, soap making and other traditional farm activities. Other activities include storytelling, music, antique tractors, wagon rides and the largest quilt display in the Wiregrass region. Cost is $8 adults; $6 seniors/active military; $4 kids (ages 3-11); free for park members. For more information, call the park at (334) 794-3452 or visit www.landmarkparkdothan.com.
Always Patsy ClineOct. 18-23 • Times VaryThe Cultural Arts Center. The Southeast Alabama Community Theatre presents Always Patsy Cline. Tickets will go on sale Oct. 3. To purchase tickets or for more information, visit www.seact.com.
Foster FestOct. 21 • 6 p.m.Foster Street Downtown Dothan. Hosted by The Dothan Downtown Redevelopment Authority, this is a free, pet-friendly event showcasing downtown Dothan, the local arts, crafts and music scene, downtown businesses and classic cars. For more information, call (334) 699-8118.
Health ChatOct. 25 • 5:15 p.m.Carnes Chiropractic & Wellness Center, EMS Classroom. Join Dr. Robert Carnes for Carnes Chiropractic’s monthly Health Chat. October’s topic is “What You May Not Know About Treating Thyroid Problems But Need To.” Health Chats are free and open to the public. For more information, call (334) 794-2225 or visit www.carneswellness.com.
Upcoming Member EventsCongratulations
Have an upcoming event planned?
Send your event information to [email protected]
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BusinessBriefs
ATTENTION CHAMBER MEMBERS!
Did You know …Did you know that the Dothan
Area Chamber of Commerce has a Job Listings page on its website www.dothan.com just for you our members? Having every available option for its members and businesses to list job openings is a priority to the DACC and we are excited to offer this free benefit.
Beneficial not only to you our members, but it’s also a place where individuals looking for a job can see what position(s) members currently have open. An additional resource for you and job seekers, it’s a win win for our businesses, citizens and community. If you haven’t already used the Job Listings page to your advantage, we encourage you to check out this chamber-member benefit designed just for you!
The Dothan Area Young Professionals is hosting a Human Foosball Tailgate Saturday, Oct. 29, at 2 p.m. at Waddlington Park on North Foster Street. The event is being presented by Dothan Real Estate Team and it is going to be as great as you are imagining.
DAYP is constructing two giant foosball arenas, and YOU can be the foosball man. Teams will have six people, and the tournament will be double elimination until there’s a champion.
If competing isn’t your thing, then come out and watch and cheer on your favorite team or join in the other activities available. In addition to the Foosball Tournament, there will be a 20 foot screen showing the Auburn and Ole Miss game, along with corn hole, giant jenga and more.
The winning team will receive some awesome prizes and a trophy. Registration is $180 per team. To register your team, email Scott Fain at [email protected]
or message DAYP on its Facebook page www.facebook.com/groups/34627221231.
DAYP is a membership-based organization for young professionals interested in socializing, networking and developing our community through outreach. They are always looking for energetic and enthusiastic area young professionals to join the group. Membership is $50 and open to 21 and up. For more information, visit www.dothanyp.com.
It’s Human Foosball Time!
The Dothan Education Foundation is pleased to announce that legendary college football Coach Bobby Bowden will be the featured speaker for the organization’s annual Impact on Education event Tuesday, Oct. 25, at 5:30 p.m. at the Dothan Civic Center.
Coach Bowden guided Florida State University to more than 300 victories, two national championships and 14 straight seasons of top five finishes in the country. Bowden remains heavily involved in the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. In 2014, he released his third book, The Wisdom of Faith. No matter your life circumstance, the book shows you what really matters – from the perspective of a man who has made the journey.
Impact on Education is DEF’s annual fundraising event that provides financial support as it seeks to strengthen student achievement
and motivation, improve classroom instruction and teacher morale, and build community support with the Dothan City Schools.
There are several ways to support the event. Sponsorships, tables which include heavy hors d’ouervres, and meet and greet tickets are available through the foundation. Balcony seating will be available for purchase through the Dothan Civic Center Box Office. Ticket pricing and additional information regarding the event can be found on the DEF website at www.dothaneducationfoundation.
org.If you are interested in purchasing tables,
meet and greet tickets or need information on available sponsorships, contact Gindi Prutzman at (334) 794-6585 or [email protected].
Legendary Coach Bobby BowdenTo Speak In Dothan
Patti Rutland Jazz Announces October
EventsPatti Rutland Jazz is busy getting ready for
the fall season and has several great activities planned during the month of October.
Be sure to mark your calendar for:
• Auditions for PRJ’s annual performance of “Santa’s Workshop” will be held Saturday, Oct. 1, beginning at 10 a.m. Performance dates are Dec. 8-10.
• PRJ’s “Fright Night” will be held Saturday, Oct., 22, at 6 p.m., 7:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. Presented by Toyota of Dothan, come enjoy this haunted house of dance where werewolves howl by the moon’s pale light and witches will be brewing their favorite spells.
For more information and/or tickets, call (877) 775-5678 or visit www.pattirutlandjazz.com. Patti Rutland Jazz is located at 1077 W. Main St.
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BusinessBriefs
Davis Direct Inc. is proud to announce the acquisition of Color Craft Inc. Each of the two companies have provided graphic arts services to central Alabama for decades and will combine personnel and assets under one roof in the fall of 2016.
Customers can now take advantage of each company’s services in one place, from Color Craft’s signage and display graphic capabilities to Davis Direct’s commercial print production, in-house mailing and marketing materials management.
In addition to combining production resources, Davis Direct has retained all personnel from Color Craft’s business.
“They’re good people,” said Emile Vaughan, Davis Direct president, of the Color Craft staff. “They have maintained an excellent reputation in the market. Also, their culture has always been a lot like ours, so this should be a perfect fit. For Davis and Color Craft customers, there are now more options under one name.”
Davis Direct is a unique hub for marketing production and delivery, strategically managing the production, storage, tracking and distribution of materials for professional marketers. Building on more than 80 years of experience, Davis Direct pairs technological advancements with a commitment to customer service. The true strength of Davis Direct is demonstrated in client goals delivered. On target and on time. For more information visit www.davisdirect.com.
For more information on Davis Direct, Color Craft and the acquisition, call Davis Direct at (334) 277-0878.
Davis Direct Acquires Color Craft, Combining
Staff, Services, Production Resources
YOURCHAMBER
A lwaysBuyChamber!
Remember your ABC’s...
1108 Ross Clark CircleDothan, Alabama 36301334-793-8111 samc.org
SAMC is the region’s first hospitalto earn the prestigious Gold PlusStroke Award from the AmericanHeart Association and AmericanStroke Association.
From the area’s first responders to SAMC’s highly trained stroketeam of physicians, nurses andclinical team members, patients receive the latest stroke care available.
This means a coordinated andquicker response time, which inturn means less damage caused by the stroke.
Top 10% in nation for patient safety
WITH STROKE,TIME LOST IS BRAIN LOST.
SAMC IS THE REGION’S GOLDSTANDARD FOR STROKE CARE.
PROVIDING PATIENTS THE HIGHEST LEVEL OF ADVANCED
STROKE CARE.
Jackson Thornton, a certified public accounting and consulting firm, is pleased to announce that Auburn/Opelika-based Brantley, Boucher & Farr, LLP will join the firm. This addition brings Jackson Thornton to more than 200 employees, serving clients from six offices in Alabama and Tennessee.
Jackson Thornton, founded in 1919, has consistently appeared on Accounting Today’s ”Firms to Watch” list and is ranked eighth on Accounting Today’s 2016 Regional Leaders list for “Top Firms in the Gulf Coast Region.” The merger will offer Brantley, Boucher & Farr’s clients expanded depth of services while maintaining the personalized service for which the firm is known.
“The addition of BB&F to the Jackson Thornton family gives our existing clients in east Alabama even greater access to our professionals and services,” said Ned Sheffield, president and managing principal
of Jackson Thornton. “At the same time, it gives our new clients a depth of experience and resources they haven’t had before. The people they know and trust are now backed by several teams of people offering a diverse array of expertise. We’re excited about this expansion and believe that this is a natural fit for both firms.”
Founded in 1919, Jackson Thornton is a certified public accounting and consulting firm with more than 200 professionals and associates in six offices located in Alabama and Tennessee. In addition to accounting services, the firm offers wealth management, strategic planning, business consulting services, technology consulting, and specialized industry services.
For more information, call Cindy Scott, director of marketing, at (334) 240-3641 or visit www.jacksonthornton.com.
Jackson Thornton Announces Acquisition
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Wallace Community College Foundation will present its annual fundraiser, An Evening in Napa Valley, Thursday, Oct. 13, at 6 p.m. at the Dothan Civic Center. An Evening in Napa Valley will include a night of decadent cuisine with dinner music provided by members of the Wallace Sound, a jazz ensemble. Attendees will also have the opportunity to bid on silent and live auction items while socializing with friends and meeting new people.
The WCC Foundation works in partnership with the college to ensure access to education and to help achieve success for its students. Over 200 scholarships are awarded each year to deserving students who would not otherwise be able to attend college. Because of generous giving from community members to the WCC Foundation, the college is able to provide excellent transfer education, nursing and allied health education, skills training and custom training for local business and industry.
Sponsorships range from $500 to $2,500 and general admission will be $75 per person. For more information regarding sponsorships, to purchase tickets or general inquiries, contact Melissa Mason at (334) 556-2426 or [email protected].
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System and the Dothan First Seventh Day Adventist Church are teaming up to hold a Community Health Fair and “Back to School” Coat Drive” featuring Dothan Mayor Mike Schmitz Friday, Oct. 7, from 1-5 p.m.
Coats may be dropped off between now and Oct. 6 at the Alabama Cooperative’s
Houston County office located at 1699 Ross Clark Circle, Suite 4, Monday through Friday between the hours of 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. All coats will be distributed during the Oct. 7 Health Fair where there will be over 16 health screenings and exhibitors.
For more information, contact Rosalind James at (334) 618-3421 or [email protected].
Wallace Foundation To Host An Evening in
Napa Valley
ACES To Hold Community Health Fair, Coat Drive
YOURCHAMBER
Spotlight your business. Get more exposure!
As a Chamber member, you are entitled to one free business card ad in the Chamber’s monthly newsletter, Chamber Connections, within 90 days from the date you join. For more information, contact Melia McKean at (334) 792-5138 or [email protected].
Coleman Worldwide, Golf+ To Present Annual Boy Scout Golf Tournament
Coleman Worldwide Moving and Golf+ are proud to sponsor and present the 14th annual Boy Scout Golf Challenge Friday, Oct. 7, at Highland Oaks Golf Course. The event helps to fund scouting in the Wiregrass area and to provide a good marketing opportunity for local patrons. The Boy Scouts Golf Challenge also offers a great way to spend a day on the links while enjoying the cool fall weather on one of the Alabama’s premier courses.
Coleman Worldwide and Golf+ encourage DACC members to get involved with scouting. Several participation levels are available to meet many budgets and interests. All golfers will receive green fees/cart, full clubhouse breakfast, range balls, a door prize
and gift bag. There are prizes for Top Three Teams, Longest Drive, Closest to Pin, Scouts Skills Challenge, plus a Par 3 50/50.
Prior to taking the golf course, participants are given the unique opportunity to test their scouting skills in competition. Golfers will square off against local scouts to learn if they are “Tougher than a Boy Scout.” In previous years, the following skills for a scout were tested: BB gun marksmanship and fly casting. Both golfers and scouts are better for the time spent together.
If you have any interest in joining the Boy Scouts for a “big” day, contact Bert Collins at [email protected], Alan Watson at [email protected] or call (334) 793-7882.
Healthcare Resource Center will host three “Medicare 101” seminars at the Westgate Library Tuesday Oct. 11, Nov. 8 and Dec. 13, at 10:30 a.m.
“Medicare 101” is an educational seminar to inform Medicare eligibles, those coming on to Medicare and the caregivers of those on Medicare about their insurance options. Materials that will be presented: include basic Medicare coverage, prescription coverage options, how the prescription coverage GAP works and ways to avoid overspending on medication, supplemental insurance, Medicare Advantage plans, special-needs plans for low income and requirements of Social Security.
For more information, contact Beth Kenward at (334) 803-3951 or [email protected].
Healthcare Resources Announces
Upcoming Medicare Seminars
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BusinessBriefs
Home MortgageAmerica Invites You To
Tackle HungerHome Mortgage of America Inc. invites
you to join the company during the month of October in “Tackling Hunger.” During the month, Home Mortgage will be collecting food donations for the local area.
Home Mortgage invites all its clients, realtors and DACC members to stop by its office at 3230 Ross Clark Circle, Suite 1 to drop off their donations and help feed the hungry. All who make a donation, will have their name entered into a drawing to be held at the end of October for a surprise giveaway.
For more information, contact Krista Granger at (334) 712-9170 or [email protected].
FlowersHospital.com
Less waiting where it matters most – our emergency room. In a medical emergency, every minute matters. So, at Flowers Hospital, you’ll find faster care in the emergency room. We work diligently to have you initially seen by a medical professional* in 30 minutes – or less. And, with a team of dedicated medical specialists, we can provide a lot more care, if you need it.
The 30-Minutes-Or-Less E.R. Service Pledge – only at Flowers Hospital.
*Medical professionals may include physicians, physician assistants and nurse practitioners.
Faster.
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The Wiregrass Museum of Art and Conference Center is pleased to announce the addition of Melissa Rea as development director. Rea will lead initiatives to support the
museum’s long-term strategic plans and looks to encourage every resident of the Wiregrass to find inspiration at WMA.
As a native of Graceville, Florida, Rea was influenced as a young student to pursue creativity and inspiration at WMA, and brings
her energy and enthusiasm for community outreach and art education back home after living away for almost a decade in Georgia and Illinois.
Rea holds a bachelor’s degree in in Spanish from Florida State University and a master’s degree in international relations from Troy University. She is an experienced instructor, administrator and writer/editor. She loves the challenge of engaging diverse audiences.
Before joining WMA, Rea was a language and culture instructor for political refugees at Black Hawk College in Rock Island, Illinois.
For more information, contact Rea at (334) 794-2871, ext. 24 or [email protected].
WMA Welcomes New Development Director
Melissa Rea,Development Director
Businesses Can Now File Business Personal
Property Returns OnlineBeginning Oct. 1, Alabama businesses
will be able to begin reporting equipment, tools, machinery and other business personal property online through the Optional Personal Property Assessment link at www.oppal.alabama.gov,
The OPPAL web portal was developed by the Alabama Department of Revenue to give taxpayers an option to file their business personal property returns online. The system is free to use and is an electronic form of the standard paper returns ADV-40 and ADV-40S.
Who is required to file? Persons who conduct business in the state of Alabama or persons who own an airplane or other aircraft which is based in Alabama.
For more information, contact the Houston County Revenue Office at (334) 677-4757 or visit www.houstoncounty.org.
CHAMBERCORRECTION
Please note the following correction and we apologize for any inconveniences:
The incorrect month (May 2016) was listed in the September 2016 newsletter for the Economic Indicators. The data was for June 2016.
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Jo Bonner, vice chancellor for economic development for the University of Alabama was the guest speaker at the Dothan Area Chamber of Commerce’s recent General Membership Luncheon. Over 350 members attended the event held at Wiregrass Rehabilitation Center Inc.’s Sterling Events Services Rotary Hall.
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Over 100 antique and contemporary quilts will be on display in the Stokes Activity Barn for the 2016 Landmark Park Quilt Show Friday-Sunday, Oct. 14-16. Friday and Sunday will be from 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. and Saturday will be in conjunction with Fall Farm Day from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Admission on Friday and Sunday is $4 for adults, $3 for kids and free for members. Admission on Saturday is $8 for adults, $6 for seniors and active military and $4 for kids.The Landmark Park Quilt Collection will also be on display.
The goal of the quilt show is to preserve our quilt heritage and promote the next generation of quilters. Everyone is invited to share your quilts with the Wiregrass by entering them in the quilt show. There will
also be a silent auction, vendors, and a chance to win the Opportunity Quilt.
For more information, contact the park at (334) 794-3452 or visit www.landmarkparkdothan.com for entry forms.
The Home Oil Co. Inc. is celebrating 50 years of serving the Wiregrass in October. In its 50 years, the company has done much more than just provide the area with quality fuel products.
Acquired in 1966 by Tom and Jo Shirley, the Home Oil Co.’s annual golf tournament has raised over $1 million for the Wiregrass United Way. The company’s sponsorship of the Downtown Hoops Classic and the former Dothan Eagle/Dothan Progress Tournament has raised several hundred thousand dollars for high school basketball programs throughout
the area. The Home Oil continues to support various athletic programs and charities throughout the Wiregrass.
“We are proud to be a part of the community and we thank everyone for their continued support,” said Tim Shirley, Home Oil Co. president. “The Home Oil Co. and Hobo Pantry proudly serve the Wiregrass area and appreciate your business.”
Congratulations to the Home Oil Co, on its 50 years in business and also to Tom Shirley on recently being inducted into the Dothan Business Hall of Fame.
Larkmark Park Presents Quilt Show
Home Oil Celebrates 50 Years
Bonner Speaks To AFull House
Opportunity Quilt
Congratulations to the Home Oil Co. and Hobo Pantry on its 50th anniversary. Pictured (l-r) are Tim Shirley, Tom Shirley (founder), Dustin Shirley and Ryan Shirley.
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GrowDothan
Commercial Jet is especially proud to announce the return of the Bell UH-1H Iroquois “Huey” helicopter with Army serial number 65-9643 to its home on the static display at Veterans Park in Dothan.
The paint restoration was performed in Commercial Jet’s state-of-the-art aircraft paint hangar at its facility at the Dothan Regional Airport.
“It’s been particularly gratifying to be able to give back to the community through this restoration,” stated David Sandri, Commercial Jet president. “Through this display of the Huey in Dothan, we also honor all those who are serving and have served in our military.”
Designed and first manufactured by Bell Helicopter (Texas) in the late 1950’s, this UH-1H was the fourth modification of the basic design UH-1A Iroquois series, from which Huey was derived. With more than 5,500 such units produced between 1967 and 1982, this helicopter was mostly used as a troop carrier and MedEvac, with some operated as gunships.
Commercial Jet is an FAA and EASA approved repair station that specializes in both scheduled and unscheduled heavy maintenance, line maintenance, modification services, complete airframe inspections, freighter conversions, interior modifications, avionics upgrade programs and complete
aircraft painting. The company also offers lease return services, and refitting passenger and cargo aircraft for return to market.
With over half-a-million square feet (46,000 square meters) of multi-bay hangar facilities in Miami, Florida and Dothan, Alabama, Commercial Jet serves passenger and cargo airlines, owners, lessors and military customers. Their professional team services a wide variety of commercial aircraft types, including B717, B727, B737, B757, B767, DC8, DC9, DC10/MD-11, MD80/90, A320, A300 and now the CRJ200.
For more information, visit www.commercialjet.com.
Restored Huey Returns To Veterans Park
WCC Launches New Study Programs
Wallace Community College recently launched two new programs of study at the Dothan Campus - Basic Automotive/Trucking Servicing and Repair and Agricultural Technology/Equipment Service and Repair.
The Basic Automotive/Trucking Servicing and Repair program is a short certificate (29 credit hours) and the major units of study include:
• Automotive/Trucking Fundamentals;• Electric Fundamentals;• Automotive Engines (gasoline and diesel);• Drive Train and Axles;• Motor Vehicle/Air Conditioned;• Braking System;• Steering and Suspension; and• Workplace Skills.
The Agricultural Technology/Equipment Service and Repair program is also a short certificate and the units of study include:
• Automotive and Agricultural Technology Fundamentals;
• Electrical Fundamentals;• Automotive Engines (gasoline and diesel);• Drive Train an Axles;• Motor Vehicle Air Conditioning;• Hydraulics and Pneumatics Fundamentals; • Workforce Skills; and • Special Topics in Service and Repair.
Each program includes co-op opportunities that provide students with hands-on work experience prior to graduation which may lead to full-time employment.
For more information about these programs or any others offered, call (334) 983-3521 or visit www.wallace.edu.
The Bell UH-1H Iroquois “Huey” helicopter with Army serial number 65-9643 was recently restored and returned to its home on the static display at Dothan’s Veterans Park.
Keith Warren (left), Wallace Community College instructor, talks with DACC Executive Director Dean Mitchel about WCC’s new Agricultural Technology/Equipment Service and Repair program.
Opening Doors and MindsNational Manufacturing Day
Friday, Oct. 7, will be the fifth annual Manufacturing Day, a celebration of modern manufacturing meant to inspire the next generation of manufactures. U.S. manufacturers are the most productive in the world. They come from many different sectors and make the products that enrich our daily lives.
Manufacturers in Alabama count for 17.77 percent of the total output in the state, employing 13.23 percent of the workforce. The total output from manufacturing was $34.40 billion in 2014. In addition, there were 257,800 manufacturing employees in Alabama in 2014, with an annual compensation of $60,945 in 2013.
In recognition of MFG Day, Cummings Resources, LLC will host an open house and provide tours from 9-11 a.m. for students and
the public to come in and see its state-of-the-art manufacturing plant where they produce branding elements for top Fortune 100 and 500 companies. Cummings Resources is one of the largest and most successful sign companies in the U.S. today.
“Each and every day, manufacturers across our region are producing goods and services that we use locally or that are utilized both nationally and internationally,” stated Dean Mitchell, Dothan Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director. “National Manufacturing Day is a
great time to thank those who produce goods for us and also to showcase the great career opportunities that manufacturing offers.”
For more information about National Manufacturing Day, visit www.mfgday.com (#MFGDay6).
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Monthly, when the Alabama Department of Labor reports workforce, employment and unemployment numbers there are two segments of the working population that are not accounted for. The numbers reported for employment are non-agricultural employment, and it only counts wage and salary workers, not self-employed proprietors.
To collect the data on agricultural workers and proprietors takes a little longer and that data
is reported by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, on an annual basis, two years in arrears. As an example, the DOL reported average annual employment for the Dothan Metropolitan Statistical Area in 2010 was 65,232, while the Bureau of Economic Analysis reported the number of employed in 2010 as 75,704.
As seen in the graph at right, while the annual wage and salary employment in the MSA from 2004 to 2014 has waxed and waned, proprietor employment has steadily grown, with 2014 proprietors exceeding 2004 by 3,444. Most of the proprietorship growth was non-agricultural in nature.
Proprietorship Growth In The Metropolitan Area
Steve Turkoski, Project Manager
Hundreds Expected To AttendCollege Fair
AMEA And Members Kick Off 2017 Scholarship Program
Students from Dothan, Houston and Henry County high schools will participate in the annual Dothan Area College Fair Thursday, Oct. 20, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Northview High School Smith Convocation Center.
Representatives from more than 40 colleges, universities and other entities will be on hand to answer questions, disseminate materials and help students and parents understand all the details about attending their specific institution. The fair is open to public, private and home- school students and their parents.
The Dothan Education Foundation, in partnership with the Dothan Area Chamber of Commerce and Wallace Community College, presents this college fair annually. It continues to grow every year and is recognized as one of the largest and most successful college fairs in the state.
The Alabama Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers plan college fairs in all regions of the state each fall. During the week prior to the Dothan Area College Fair, similar events will have occurred in Pike, Crenshaw, Covington, Coffee, Dale and Geneva counties.
If you would like more information, call Meagan Dorsey, DEF communications director, at (334) 794-6585 or [email protected].
Will you be graduating from high school in the spring of 2017? Do you receive your electricity from a public power utility in Alabama? Then if your answer to these questions is “yes,” you could be eligible to receive a scholarship from the Alabama Municipal Electric Authority and its 11 member cities/utilities.
Starting with the 2017 program, AMEA and its members will make available 44 $2,500 scholarships (four scholarships per member city).
Since 1992, AMEA has awarded over $2 million in scholarship monies to graduating high school seniors who receive their electric service from AMEA members, including Alexander City, Dothan, Fairhope, Foley (Riviera Utilities), LaFayette, Lanett, Luverne, Opelika, Piedmont, Sylacauga and Tuskegee.
To be eligible for an AMEA scholarship, a student’s parent and/or legal guardian must receive electric service from an AMEA Member utility, and the student must attend a four-year college/university, community college, and/or vocational school within the state of Alabama.
Applications are currently available from school counselors in these member cities, or you can go online to the AMEA web site, www.amea.com, Scholarship Program. Application deadline is Monday, Feb. 13, 2017.
For more information on the program, contact your school counselor or Pamela Poole, AMEA’s Scholarship program coordinator, at (334) 387-3504, (800) 239-2632, Ext. 110 or [email protected].
AMEA, located in Montgomery, is the wholesale power provider for 11 public power utilities in Alabama, which serve some 350,000 customers in Alexander City, Dothan, Fairhope, Foley (Riviera Utilities), LaFayette, Lanett, Luverne, Opelika, Piedmont, Sylacauga, and Tuskegee.
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SmallBusinessDevelopmentThe upcoming changes to the Fair Labor Standards Act can be confusing
and overwhelming. To assist DACC members, this is the third of a three-part series on the changes to the Act that businesses need to be aware of by Attorney Pamela Hallford, Carr Allison.
Part III: Overtime Rule ChangesEffective Dec. 1, 2016
On Dec. 1, 2016, the changes to the Fair Labor Standards Act will take effect. This important deadline is only a few weeks away. Is your business ready?
In the past two installments of this series related to the Final Rule, we discussed the old regulations related to overtime, the new regulations related to overtime and the penalty for non-compliance with these regulations. In this installment, we will offer advice on methods to bring your business in compliance prior to the effective date.
Reclassify – Every business should evaluate which employees are in between the old threshold of $23,660 and the new threshold of $47,476. If an employee comes close to the new threshold, an employer has the option to raise that employee’s salary to $47,476. If that option is taken, the employee is still exempt and there are no overtime requirements.
Convert – Another option business owners have is to convert salaried employees who are between the old and new thresholds into hourly employees. If this option is utilized, careful consideration of each individual employee’s potential overtime earning must be taken. The potential for overtime earnings will likely require adjustments to the typical hourly pay structure.
Combine – If an employee earns under the exemption threshold but works a strict 9 to 5 schedule, the employer can continue to pay this individual a salary, provided that employee documents the hours worked and is paid overtime if such time is incurred. In an employment scenario with heavily regulated hours, this situation should result in no change to the employee’s pay.
Employers can also pay overtime above a salary. An employee may earn a salary for a fixed number of hours per week, which can be more than 40 hours. However, this employee is entitled to “half time” pay for the hours already included in the salary. In this circumstance, the employer is required to pay less per hours worked over time.
Adjust – To avoid having to reclassify, convert or combine employees, an employer, expending significant time and energy, can adjust work schedules, hire additional employees, spread work hours or reorganize workloads. Making these types of scheduling and assignment adjustments, an employer can avoid the financial burden the Final Rule change places on business.
No matter how your business changes to comply with the changes to the Final Rule, compliance is imperative. Compliance is not easy and the regulations are complex. As always, Carr Allison and PRemployer stand ready to assist you in your efforts to comply prior to the Dec. 1, 2016, effective date.
For additional information, contact Pamela Hallford at (334) 712-6459 or [email protected], or Dan Sinas at (334) 712-9939 or [email protected].
Save The Date!Small Business Seminar
Simple Tips to Get Your Business Found OnlineDothan Area Chamber of Commerce
October 18 • 8:30 a.m.
A business can have the best product in the world; however, if their online presence doesn’t work in conjunction with current search engine optimization trends and search engine rules, then no one will ever find out about them. About 70 percent of consumers say online search is their preferred method for finding information about local businesses, so it is critical for small businesses to manage their online presence.
Mark your calendar and join the Dothan Area Chamber of Commerce and Betsy Baker, from the Troy University Small Business Development Center, Tuesday, Oct. 18 at 8:30 a.m. for a seminar showing you some “Simple Tips to Get Your Business Found Online” seminar.
Sponsored by Southeast Pain Management Center, you will learn:
• Why it’s important that you’re found online;
• Easy-to-use (and free!) tools to help you grow your online presence;
• How to test if your website is mobile friendly; and
• Why you should pay attention to online search trends and how you can find them.
This is a bring-your-own laptop event and the seminar is free thank you to our seminar sponsor Southeast Pain Management. Pre-registration is required by noon Friday, Oct. 14. To reserve your seat, please call Susan Tatom at (334) 792-5138.
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Statement of Ownership, Management and Circulation
The title of this publication is Chamber Connections. The publication number is 700-660. Chamber Connections was published monthly at 102 Jamestown Blvd., Dothan, AL, 36301. There were 12 issues during the fiscal year ending Sept. 30, 2016. The publisher is the Dothan Area Chamber of Commerce and the editor is Melia McKean. There are no bondholders, mortgages or other security holders. The purpose, function and nonprofit exempt status for Federal income tax did not change during the preceding 12 months.
I certify that the statements made here are true and complete to the best of my knowledge.
Melia McKean,EditorDothan Area Chamber of Commerce
As of Sept. 30, 2016 (required by U.S.C. 3685)
Average number of copies per
issue during the past
12 months reported:
Actual number of copies for a single issue published nearest to filing date:
Total number of copiesPaid and/or request mail subscriptionsTotal paid and/or requested circulationFree Distribution by mailFree distribution outside the mailTotal Free distributionTotal distributionCopies not distributedReturn from news agentsPercent paid or requested circulation
2,5002,1792,179
0200200
2,3791740
92%
2,5002,2252,225
0110110
2,3351340
96%
PresidentMatt Parker
Membership SalesSuzanne Barrick
Director of MembershipHayden Camp
Director of Community DevelopmentLinda Kelley
Director of CommunicationsMelia McKean
Executive DirectorDean Mitchell
Director of FinanceJulie Mollohan
Vice President of AdministrationJanice Shepard
Director of InformationSusan Tatom
Project ManagerSteve Turkoski
Chamber Staff
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Editor's Note: Sources for this information vary; call the Chamber for details. Data as of 9/07/16. Visit www.dothan.com for the most current information.
EconomicIndicatorsLabor Force for the Dothan MSA for July:
62,975 in 2015; 62,328 in 201658,648 in 2015; 58,809 in 2016 Employed
Unemployment for the Dothan MSA for July:6.9% in 2015; 5.6% in 2016
Residential Building Permits for the City of Dothan for July:25 issued ($7.58 million) in 2015; 14 issued ($3.28 million) in 2016
Home Sales in Dothan for July:126 sold in 2015; 110 sold in 2016
Enplanements for Dothan Regional Airport for July:4,608 in 2015; 4,387 in 2016
Houston County & Dothan Sales and Use Tax Collections ($) for July:
$1,543,895 in 2015; $1,582,206 in 2016 (County)$4,406,856 in 2015; $5,466,170 in 2016 (City)
Chamber Connections is published monthly (USPS 700-660) for the members of the Dothan Area Chamber of Commerce,
102 Jamestown Blvd., Dothan, AL 36301. Subscription rate is $24 annually. Postmaster: Send address changes to Dothan Area Chamber of Commerce,
P.O. Box 638, Dothan, AL 36302. Periodicals postage is paid at Dothan, AL and additional mailing office.
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