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"Doing what matters most for business."
December 13, 2007
CHAMBER LUNCHEON
Our luncheon this week will be held on Wednesday, December 12th from 12:00 noon to 1:00 pm at the DSC Gardner Center
This luncheon is a special presentation brought to you by the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

SunFirst Bank is our sponsor this week
Welcome to SunFirst Bank, your community bank. They have four locations to serve you in St. George, Cedar City, and Hurricane. SunFirst Bank opened in 2001 and grew to $230 million in assets the first six years due to a rapid increase in deposits and loans. One might ask what makes SunFirst Bank the fastest growing bank in Southern Utah. Bank President John Allen explains that exceptional personnel and great products make the difference! SunFirst Bank employees are experts in all phases of banking and provide professional, friendly service. SunFirst also offers personal and business bank products with the lowest fees in Southern Utah. Visit with an account representative today by calling 673-9610. You’ll be glad you did!

CHAMBER BRIEFS
"What's Up Down South" Washington County Economic Summit 2008
Registration Opened MONDAY DECEMBER 3, 2007 on their website! Plan now to attend the 11th Annual Washington County Economic Summit, Wednesday, JANUARY 9, 2008 at the Dixie Convention Center in St. George...more
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BUSINESS BRIEFS
St. George Sees a World’s First in Business
With memberships starting for as little as $29.95 a month Joseph’s Storehouse has not only made food storage easy, but affordable as well. Joseph’s Storehouse is located at 163 W 1600 S #3 in St George. They invite you to come visit their storefront and listen to a short presentation on how they make food storage easy. Please call 435-215-4838 to schedule a tour or you can...more


Ivory Homes now has several quick move-in homes available with great incentives and financing available
Come see why the Hidden Valley community in the hottest selling community in St. George. Call Matt Curtis for details. (435) 773-7097

Beauty Skin Deep invites you to try their Holistic Anti-Aging Procedures
This procedure is non-invasive with great results! Call today for a FREE Demo at 435-674-0777 or stop by our facility: 619 So. Bluff St, Tower 1, Suite 204. For more information Click Here

Rewards and More has a NEW WEBSITE!
Visit it now and let them know how they can assist you. They can personalize any promotional or ad specialty items, calendars, gifts, etc! To visit their site now, Click Here

Q4U BBQ would like to invite you
Come on over to “PIG IN” or “PIG OUT” for your holiday parties. Bring your party to them, or they’ll bring it to you. Call for your next party today, 435-674-1023.

Bear Paw is open for Christmas!
Want a good time - don’t want to cook? Come to the Bear Paw! No reservations needed. For information call 634-1026. Open 365 days a year!

Herbalife Kids - Essential Nutrition for Healthy, Active Kids
Herbalife offers 100% of key nutrients plus protein and fiber. Herbs and botanicals, including chamomile, ginger (which aids digestion), plus rosehips and acerola - two powerful antioxidants. NO artificial colors, flavors or sweeteners. Helps kids form healthy eating habits. Quick to make and easy to take on the go. Kids love the TASTE! For information and/or FREE SAMPLE CALL - Debi or Michael Katz - Herbalife Independent Distributors for 17 years and Chamber Members for over 10 years at 435-879-2470, email them at michael@dmkcentral.com or Click Here

The Ledges announces Two Cooking Academy Classes in January
A unique gift idea for the holidays, classes are $65 per person and limited to the first 8 registrants. A unique holiday gift that keeps on giving! Learn from classically trained chef, Ken Migneault. Whether cooking is a hobby passion, or challenge, The Ledges Cooking Academy is the right fit for you! Call 434-4650 to register. Click Here

AHI’S a Taste of Asia is taking reservations for office & family holiday parties
Call AHI’S now for reservation information at 435-673-6604. Click Here

Salone Sienne and European Spa along with Amara Med Spa had their Ribbon Cutting ceremony Thursday the sixth of December at 11:30 AM
The ceremony was well attended by the Dixie Sunshiners, Chamber Board Members, and other Various Chamber Members. The staff of Salone Sienne and Amara Med Spa appreciate those who came and took a tour of their salon and spa, and met their friendly, professional stylists, nail technicians and massage therapists...more


Scenic ATV Rental is currently holding a Slogan Contest
The winner will win 2 full day rentals, a $240.00 value...the winner will be notified on December 24, 2007 at 12:00 noon. You can enter by filling out the form on our website: scenicatvrental.com or email us at info@ scenicatvrental.com. The slogan should be unique and original, something that expresses the excitement of adventure on ATVs. For more information on the company...more


Celebrate the Holiday’s with family & friends in your new ALMEGA HOME
Almega Homes, Inc. has introduced their “express delivery” program that will get your in your dream home today. Call Tamara Foster for details. 1-888-ALMEGA1. Almega Homes, Inc. sincerely thanks all of their friends and family in Washington County for their continued support. Happy Holiday’s!!!

SPECIAL EVENTS
Heritage Choir Christmas Concert- Friday, December 14 at 7:00 pm at the Tabernacle, Sunday, December 16 and Monday, December 17 at 7:30 pm at the Cox Auditorium
Come lift your hearts and spirits by joining with the Southern Utah Heritage Choir at their annual Christmas Concert, “Sing We Now of Christmas.” These free concerts are the choir’s Christmas gift to the Southern Utah community from which they hail. The first will be presented at the St. George Tabernacle on Friday, December 14th at 7:00 pm. The final two will be at the Cox Auditorium on Dixie State College campus on Sunday, December 16th and Monday, December 17th. Both of these concerts will begin at 7:30 pm...more


Diamond Talent Presents “BELIEVE” a holiday musical celebration for the entire family!
Shows are every Friday & Saturday, through December 22nd at 7:30 p.m. at Diamond Talent Productions, 2661 S 120 E just off Brigham Road (behind Flying J & the new La Quinta Inn). Tickets are $15 adults, $13 seniors & students (with ID), $12 children (11 & under). For more information, call (435) 656-3998...more


The Sears Art Museum Gallery at the Dixie State College Dolores Dores Eccles Fine Arts Center is presenting Milton Goldstein's 'Magnificent West'
'Magnificent West' is a collection of awe-inspiring photography from this extraordinary man. The exhibit opens Thursday, Nov. 29th, 7-9pm, in the DSC Sears Gallery. Refreshments will be served and admission is free. The exhibit will run daily through Jan. 26th, Monday-through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Saturdays from 11:00 a.m. To 3:00 p.m....more


Heritage Choir Annual Christmas Concert-
“SING WE NOW OF CHRISTMAS” on December 14th at the Tabernacle at 7:00 pm & December 16th and 17th at the DSC Cox Auditorium With bells, brass, piano, and organ accompaniment, the Heritage Choir, under the direction of Dr. Keith Bradshaw and Dr. Nancy Allred will ring in your holiday season as they sing the joyous songs of Christmas. This concert, held on December 14th at the St. George Tabernacle at 7:00 pm, and at the Cox Auditorium on December 16th and 17th at 7:30 pm, is free and is their gift to the wonderful community in which we all live. You will be glad you joined them!

Share the Holidays with the Utah Shakespearean Festival and This Magical Christmas Gift
The Utah Shakespearean Festival presents "A Christmas Carol: On the Air"- Conceived and Adapted by Peter Sham and Brad Carroll, Book and Lyrics by Peter Sham, Music and Direction by Brad Carroll (Based on A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens)This magical event will be showing December 13-15 & 17-22 at the Randall L. Jones Theatre. Charles Dickens's beloved Christmas classic is hilariously retold in a 1940s-style radio show which is perfect for the entire family. This delightful story is fresh and surprising, a wonderful way to slide into the holidays. For information and tickets call 800-PLAYTIX or Click Here

SEMINARS, EDUCATION, & WORKSHOPS
The Southwest Utah Public Health Department in conjunction with the Huntsman Cancer Institute is offering group tobacco cessation classes starting in January
The First Classes will start January 7, 2008 @ 7:30 PM. Start the new year by ridding your life of tobacco for good! These classes are FREE and open to all who would like to attend! For more information, contact Jordan at 435-986-2593. Click Here

The Southern Utah Associated General Contractors Safety Committee is happy to announce the 4th Annual Safety Conference
This years Safety Conference will be held December 13th at the Millcreek Barn in Washington. Training classes being offered will be: DOT New Safety Requirements and How Accidents Effect Your Premiums; with a special key note speaker, Carl Voyels who will be presenting Insurance Fraud Prevention. Continuing Education Credit hours for DOPL are also available for attending. Register today so you don’t miss out on this great opportunity! For more information please contact Owen Olsen, District Manager AGC at 435-628-1346 and oolsen@infowest.com.

FREE SCHOLARSHIP WORKSHOP- Thursday, December 13 with sessions at 5pm and 6pm
Learn where to find scholarships, how to apply for them, and tips on writing the essays. Free and open to the public. Scholarship Workshops will be held at the University of Phoenix- St George campus at 965 East 700 South. For more information or to RSVP, call 435-669-5498.

Summit Athletic Club presents FREE Nutrition & Fitness Seminar December 19th
Summit Athletic Club is proud to announce the New Face2Face Fitness Program, exclusive in St George. This internationally acclaimed fitness and nutrition phenomenon provides life changing advice and support with GUARANTEED RESULTS and is now included FREE with every new Summit Athletic Club membership a $300 value. Summit members can purchase the entire $300 Face2Face Fitness program for only $50 at any time. No more putting off your health, fitness or weight loss needs. Start yourself today or give the ultimate gift of health and happiness this Christmas with a Face2Face Starter Pack by calling 628-5000...more


Students of the Semester Honored at Dixie State College
Dixie State College of Utah paid tribute to the highest number of recipients ever of the Student of the Semester award as 30 students were honored this past Thursday at an awards luncheon held in the Gardner Center Ballroom. Individual departments on campus made the selections based on academic and extracurricular achievement of the students...more


WHATS HAPPENING
The Space Between Theatre Company will hold auditions for the one act play 'Facing East'
Casting for the following roles: Man- mid 40's +, Woman- mid 40's +, Young Man mid 20's - early 30's. Be prepared to read from the script and perform one to three minute dramatic monologue of your choice. Auditions will be held at the St. George Library at 88 W. 100 South Conference Room "A". Saturday, January 12th , 2008 12:00 to 3:00 p.m. For more info call Douglas 703-0759 or email info@tsbtc.org.

RIBBON CUTTINGS AND OPEN HOUSES
Advanced Physical Therapy is excited to announce the opening of two new clinics that will serve the people of Washington City and Hurricane City
They look forward to seeing you at their Grand Openings and Ribbon Cuttings in the near future, and as always they care enough to give you The Science of Healing, The Art of Caring. Call their office to receive a free no obligation consultation with a licensed Physical Therapist. Their number is 435-652-4455.

The Grand Opening for SouthWest Federal Credit Union has been re-scheduled for January 17th, 2008.


Edward Jones Investments will be having a Christmas Open House on December 19th from 1pm to 5pm
All are invited to attend. They will be having food and Holiday giveaways. Their address is 515 W 300 N Suite E in St George. Call Joel Slatter at (435) 628-7733 for more information.

Tonaquint Hills Retail Center is having a Ribbon Cutting on Friday, December 14th
You are invited to attend the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Tonaquint Hills Retail Center by The St. George Area Chamber of Commerce and Sunshiners on Friday, December 14th at 11:00 a.m. Light refreshments will be served. This will kick off the Grand Opening festivities for Saturday, December 15th from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Santa will make a special appearance by landing in a helicopter! There will be food, prizes and great fun! Please join them at St. George's Newest Retail Destination, Tonaquint Hills Retail Center- 1506 Silicon Way, just off Dixie Drive. For more information call Matt Hamlin at 435-632-8286, or Click Here

CALL TO ACTION
The Washington County Children’s Justice Center has rooms that still need to be adopted at the new center
The center is currently operating out of an old, clutter-filled home that the center has literally out-grown. The interview rooms are tiny and cramped with worn-out arm chairs, faded wallpaper borders and cheap office artwork and furniture. The Children’s Justice Center’s mission and design is to help children feel secure and at ease as they recount traumatic accounts of abuse in a calming environment where the truth can be told, without fear or re-traumatization, to proper authorities. The rooms stil available for adoption are: two parent rooms, foyer/receptionist area, three bathrooms, kitchen, child & teen interview rooms, offices, two meeting rooms and a garage/storage area. To make a donation or adopt a room, contact Jill Hunt at 652-3748 or hunt.family05@gmail.com.

The St. George Police Department asks for your help
Shop with a Cop is a program where underprivileged children in our community receive $100 each, are paired with a police officer, and are taken shopping. This program allows these children to purchase Christmas gifts they otherwise might not be able to purchase or receive...more


Looking for a place to dump that old computer?
Dixie State College PBL, in conjunction with Universidad Technologica Indoamerica, is collecting, refurbishing and sending computers to Ecuador for underserved schools. Ecuador is currently experiencing a two-tier socioeconomic society, leaving citizens with no access to modern technology virtually unemployable. Sending computers to schools will help level the opportunities to improve socioeconomic standing nationally and internationally. Students exposed to and familiar with modern technology pursue higher education and further improve economic standing for their families. For information on how you can help, call Javier Martinez at 669-2990 or Joleen Atencio at 862-7948.

COMMUNITY INTEREST
City of St. George hosts Public Hearing for Red Hills Parkway Project- Draft Environmental Assessment Available for Review (Public Encouraged to Attend Public Hearing)
The City of St. George and the Utah Department of Transportation, will host a public hearing to hear comments on the Draft Environmental Assessment (EA) and Draft Section 4(f) Evaluation for proposed improvements to Red Hills Parkway (Parkway) from State Route 18 (Bluff Street) to Industrial Road on December 19, 2007...more
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Join the Saint George Triathlon Club
Desert Palms Fitness Spa and the Saint George Triathlon Club invite you to join the Saint George Triathlon Club. Membership is free and entitles you to attend any of our 9 weekly group workouts. By becoming a member, you will also get discounts at many local sporting good stores and many local races and events. All ages and abilities are welcome. To join Click Here

It’s bigger, better, and has more savings than ever before... and is still only $35!
The NEW 2008 Dixie Direct Savings Guides are on their way. This year’s guide contains 7 FREE Bonus offers including a FREE oil change, a FREE 2 night Mesquite getaway, a FREE manicure and haircut, and much more. Save with over 65 “buy one get one free” dining offers, and savings to Tuacahn, St. George Musical Theatre and the Shakespeare Festival productions. It’s all the savings you’ve come to expect from Southern Utah’s #1 savings guide. To find out more or to order you 2008 Dixie Direct Savings Guide, call 628-3770 or 229-8707

Desert Palms Health and fitness club has great gift packages for the holidays
Packages include training, memberships, tanning, massages and lots more. Give the gift of health for Christmas. For more details or to purchase please call 628-4617 or stop by 120 W. 1470 S. Between Hilton and Black Ridge Dr.

Cedar Breaks Road Closed for the Season
The portion of Highway 143 through Cedar Breaks National Monument connecting Panguitch with Brian Head and Parowan will remain open throughout the winter, except during and immediately after heavy snowstorms and during periods of blowing snow. For current road conditions please call UDOT Travel Information Service at 1-800-492-2400...more


Please submit your business news, special events, employee news, etc. to share with the business community. E-mail your information to hotspot@stgeorgechamber.com
 

Tip Of The Week

The School of Life Foundation presents the tip of the week:

"Vision without action is merely a dream. Action without vision just passes the time. Vision with action can change the world!"


Special Offers

Call Brian at 652-3736 for the best carpet and tile cleaning in Southern Utah and a free gift. Happy Holidays!
Prestige Carpet and Tile Care will give a $20 gift to everyone who Orders Holiday Gift Certificates and the wonderful gift of a clean, fresh and protected home for the Holidays.


They have over 200 Chevrolets in stock so their selection is expansive. If they don’t have it, they'll find it. Also, get tires for life with every purchase, 100,000 GM warranty. Don’t miss this deals at Stephen Wade Chevrolet, 150 West Hilton Drive in St. George or call 628-5201.

Stephen Wade Cherolet is still offering 0% for 60 months O.A.C for just a few more weeks on all remaining 2007 Chevrolets in stock and 1.9% for 72 months if you are looking for longer financial terms and a lower payment

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Guaranteed to Close On Time or they will pay your Appraisal Fee up to $325.00. Loans must be submitted and locked prior to expiration date of 12/31/07.

emortgage offers 'Close On Time Guarantee


No processing fee's, No initiation fee's- just $1.00 to get started. So, get a jump start on your New Years resolutions and join today. For more details, please call 628-4617 and mention this Chamber of Commerce special.

Desert Palms Health and fitness club is offering $1.00 first month memberships


The new 2008 Accord is on the ground and with 31 mpg on the highway. They have a special lease for $259 per month with only $2500 down + Tax/fees, O.A.C . On the Mazda Side, the new Mazda 6 gets an impressive 32 mpg on the highway and you can lease it for $249 down and $249 per month plus tax/fees O.A.C . Visit them at 1630 S. Hilton Dr., call them at 628-6100 or

At Stephen Wade Honda/Mazda, you can own a Honda made by the the most fuel efficient automobile manufacturer in America

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Get 25% off enrollment. They will also give you $50 cash when you refer a friend that enrolls with them. Call 674-1118 or visit them at 1397 West, Sunset Blvd.

Bobby Lawrence Karate is offering a special discount for Chamber Members and their families


Receive up to $7000.00 towards closing costs when you finance your new Ence Home purchase through emortgage. Call today for details at 435-652-5200. This offer expires 12/31/07.

emortgage offers Preferred Lender Incentive
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This is a $25.00 saving off their regular rates, so call today! (928)347-0118

Scenic ATV Rental offers weekday rental at $95 plus gas, Monday through Thursday


They now have the all new 2008 Nissan Rogue now in stock. You can buy one for as little as $21,988, and get as little as 27 mpg on the highway. Visit the Nissan Showroom at 1724 S. Hilton Dr., call 634-4500 or

At Stephen Wade Nissan, you can lease a brand new 2008 Nissan Altima with 32 mpg on the highway for just $249/month O.A.C

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Red Rock Rails offers “Guided All-Terrain Buggy Tours”

Give the Gift of Adventure this year with Red Rock Rails!
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FEATURED BUSINESSES

THE LOFT HAIR STUDIO
Judy Franck, Christine Grimando, Kristin Budge
558 East Riverside Dr. #207
St. George, Utah 84790
435-628-8188


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TAI PAN TRADING INTERNATIONAL
Aaron Diamond & Miriam Gourley
2849 East 850 North
St. George, UT 84790
435-986-7500


... more
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SCENIC ATV RENTAL
Maury Jones & Colleen Jones
3767 South Scenic Blvd.
Mesquite, NV 86432
928-347-0118


... more
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JIFFY LUBE
Ryan Fisher & Josh Lancaster
1060 W. Redcliffs Drive
1287 W. Sunset Boulevard
St. George, UT 84770
435-656-1200 or 435-688-2158


... more
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WE'VE GOT JOBS

NAI Utah Southern Region is looking for a Marketing Associate in St. George.

The associate will be responsible for designing marketing brochures for commercial properties, developing quarterly reports for our clients, assisting with market research, and work in a public relations capacity. There will also be responsibility for maintaining the company website, managing network resources, including the software based phone system, and periodically answering the phone when the Office Manager is out of the office ... more

Full-time Loan Officer wanted for growing company who will function as an origination source for incremental Realtor and Builder business

Qualifications should include someone who will target accounts within defined market areas to promote products and services and will deliver a quality of customer service which outperforms the efforts of competitors and which surpasses customer expectations, providing for repeat business, referral business and a strong community presence. Requires current mortgage license. Experience preferred but not required. Email resume to Geralann@emortgageut.com or call (435) 652-5200 or fax to (435) 652-5287. Computer literate, business development – required skills. ... more

Desert Palms Health & Fitness Club is looking for licensed massage therapists

If you are looking for a lot of hours, a diverse cliental and a great working environment then Desert Palms is for you. Please call Ben for more details. 435-628-4617
 
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