Shown helping Better Hometown and the City of Wrightsville prepare the Christmas lamppost bows for storage are (l to r) Irene Sahaydachnaya from the Ukraine, Heba Rbehat from Jordan, and Haya Almaskari of Oman. Thanks to these Johnson County Exchange Students the bows will be fresh and ready for use next Christmas!

The newly formed Johnson County Development Authority, hosted a community-wide meeting on the morning of  March 5, 2010, at the depot. Willis Wombles, Chair, presided. Working together towards a common goal for the city and county was the topic presented at the well-attended meeting.

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Gifted students participate in tree plantings

The City of Wrightsville Tree Board celebrated Georgia Arbor Day on February 19th by planting six trees in and around the downtown area. Will Tanner, local forester, graciously donated all trees to the project. A Little Gem Magnolia was planted on the courthouse square and live oaks and a Shumard Oak were planted in other areas.  Gina Bright’s gifted class was present for the plantings and a question and answer  session 
conducted by Rodney Soles of the tree board. It is hoped the Wrightsville will become a USA Tree City for 2010. Wrightsville’s Tree board members are Chan Carter, Joy Hoover and Rodney Soles. Thanks for your great work!

Winners: Historic Coloring Book Contest

Winning entries of Better Hometown’s Historic Wrightsville Coloring Book Contest have been announced and are shown in photo (left to right): First Place, Ramsey Hadden; Second Place, Alli Brantley; Third Place, Haley Carter. The contest is offered each year to Johnson County Second Grade students in hopes of teaching them the importance and value of our historic buildings.

The Chamber held their annual banquet on Thursday, February 11^th at  the First United Methodist Church Reception Hall.  A large crowd was in attendance and hilarious entertainment was provided by Tim Triplett, comedy hypnotist who has spent years entertaining clients all over America.  With diplomas in advanced Stage Hypnosis, Complete Mind Therapy, Hypnotherapy and Psychotherapy, Tim is an experienced and knowledgeable performer.  In addition to a night of fun entertainment and good fellowship, the Chamber served a delicious meal provided by Teresa’s Catering.  New board members elected that night are: Lisa Keyton, Sheena Newsome, Felicia Wiley and Rusty Oxford. DVDs of the entertainment are available at the chamber office (864-7200) for a total of $16.05.

On Thursday, January 21, our local Piggly Wiggly Store hosted a Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours at Double Tree Coffee Shop. There was an abundance of good food, door prizes and conversation! Thanks, Bill Methvin and employees, for a great time!

The Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors has new guidelines for the use of the Chamber sign in downtown Wrightsville. Click here for an update.

Charlene Milligan retired in August 2009 from the Chamber after serving in the capacity of Administrative Officer for ten years. She will be missed! The Chamber hosted a surprise retirement reception to honor Charlene on September 3, where many of Charlene’s family, friends and chamber members gathered to wish her well.  

Taking her place is Lynn Lamb, a Johnson County resident. Lynn began working alongside Charlene Milligan on August 24 to learn the tricks of the trade and she is eager to serve the Chamber members in this capacity. A resident of Johnson County since 1993, Lynn and her husband, Jeffery, live in the Buckeye district, and have two sons, Sean, 11, and Wade, 8.  She and her family are active members of Ivey Baptist Church, where Lynn has served as the AWANA Commander for the past three years, and also serves on the Youth Committee. She also served as the 2008-2009 Johnson County Elementary PTO President. She is the daughter of Ronald and Lynn Todd of Kite. We encourage you to stop by the depot and welcome Lynn to the chamber. She looks forward to working with each of you to reach our goal of building a better community.