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Chamber Week 2013 a Big Success

Chamber Week 2013 a Big Success

WARNER ROBINS, GA- The 2nd Annual Chamber Week (May 13-17), hosted by the Robins Regional Chamber of Commerce was a huge success.  The week featured an array of the Chamber’s signature events and kicked off with a bang! For the second year in a row, all three mayors from the Robins Region- Warner Robins Mayor, Chuck Shaheen; Centerville Mayor, John Harley; and Perry Mayor, Jimmy Faircloth, as well as Houston County Commission Chairman Tommy Stalnaker- gave an official proclamation for the 2013 Chamber Week on Monday.

Chamber Hosts Ribbon Cutting for Family Promise of Greater Houston County

Chamber Hosts Ribbon Cutting for Family Promise of Greater Houston County

WARNER ROBINS, GA- The Robins Regional Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting and grand opening for Family Promise of Houston County.

Located at 213 McArthur Boulevard in Warner Robins, Family Promise is a nonprofit 501(c) (3), non-denominational organization for families in transition and is part of a national organization founded in 1986. The Family Promise Network Program provides shelter, meals and support services to families without homes through a network of local congregations.

Senior Leaders at Robins AFB Enjoy Repeat Win at the 2nd Annual Robins Cup Golf Tournament

Senior Leaders at Robins AFB Enjoy Repeat Win at the 2nd Annual Robins Cup Golf Tournament

Warner Robins, GA- Col. Mitchel Butikofer and senior leaders from Robins Air Force Base united with community leaders from throughout the Robins Region to win it all in a very close match during the 2nd Annual Robins Cup Golf Tournament.

Sponsored by the Robins Regional Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs Committee, State Bank & Trust Company and Lowe Toyota, the event’s purpose was for leaders to have a day of fun while appreciating and further enhancing the already great relationship between Robins Air Force Base and the local community.

The event matched Col. Mitchel Butikofer and 35 senior Robins AFB leaders with 36 community leaders who competed in an 18 hole, two person scramble, match play event.  Both Robins AFB and community leaders alike thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity to network and strengthen ties during the event.  Major General Bob McMahon, USAF retired, led the Community Team.

Special Olympics Torch Run

Special Olympics Torch Run

Members of the Warner Robins Police Department will be participating in the annual Special Olympic Torch Run on Wednesday, May 8, 2013.

The Torch Run is designed to raise awareness about the Special Olympics in our community.  The Special Olympics promotes building self esteem and confidence in special needs citizens. 

The route will start at the Warner Robins Law Enforcement Center at 9:00 A.M. and continue down Watson Boulevard.  The run will end at the Galleria Mall parking lot in Centerville.  

Motorists are asked to use caution on Watson Boulevard due to the traffic delays associated with this event.

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Girl Scout Alumnae Reunion in Central Georgia

Girl Scout Alumnae Reunion in Central Georgia

The Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia will hold a reunion on May 4 from 1-6 pm at Camp Martha Johnson in Lizella.  Alumnae will enjoy revisiting camp, renewing friendships, and helping to create a digital archive, according to a news release. 

The event is free. Donations for camp upkeep will be accepted. 

For more information, call Kathy Cranford at 478-747-3170.

Mike Wallis Named As Vice President of Technology and Communications at Flint Energies

Mike Wallis Named As Vice President of Technology and Communications at Flint Energies

REYNOLDS/WARNER ROBINS/PERRY/UPATOI – Effective May 1, Mike Wallis will take on new duties as the Vice-President of Technology & Communications at Flint Energies. Wallis has 35 years of experience in electronics and communications technology, 24 of them at Flint Energies.

Wallis will become the 5th member of the Executive Team, reporting directly to CEO Bob Ray. Flint evaluated applications from eight candidates and conducted interviews with four finalists.

“Wallis has experience in technology-focused leadership in cooperative-altering projects, forums for strategic thinking, and raising day-to-day service standards for members and employees,” said Ray. “Mike is well prepared with professional talent and a Flint perspective to lead this critical endeavor for Flint’s current and future service to members.”

Robins Regional Military Affairs Committee Hosts 2nd Annual Community Golf Tournament Featuring RAFB

Robins Regional Military Affairs Committee Hosts 2nd Annual Community Golf Tournament Featuring RAFB

Warner Robins, GA- The Robins Regional Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs Committee will host the 2nd Annual Robins Cup Golf Challenge, May 3, 2013 at Houston Lake Country Club. The purpose of the event is to have a day of fun while appreciating and further enhancing the already great relationship between Robins Air Force Base and the local community.

“The Robins Cup highlights the community’s strong relationship with Robins Air Force Base in a fun and competitive fashion,” said Morgan Law, President of the Robins Regional Chamber of Commerce.

The event will match 36 senior leaders from Robins Air Force Base with 36 community leaders competing in an 18 hole, two person scramble, match play event.