CHAMBER LUNCHEON

Please join us for our weekly luncheon Wednesday, February 7th, from Noon to 1:00 pm. Alan Crooks with United Way Dixie will be our speaker. NEW VENUE – Hilton Garden Inn, 1731 Convention Center Drive, St. George. Cost $12.00.

The Popcorn Depot is our luncheon sponsor this week. The Popcorn Depot wants to invite ALL of the Chamber members to come out Wednesday, February 7th and enjoy a special luncheon TREAT - their famous Sasha's White Chocolate Kettle Corn for everyone!! As the sponsor, they will give you a special tour of their unique "All Utah" store located next to Old Navy at the Promenade. You'll find that their 47 plus popcorn flavors and spices represent the largest selection found in the entire west! They have recently added Lehi Mill's famous baking mixes, Haagen-Dazs ice cream, and coming soon, Amber Lynn chocolates! To top it all, they are a family-owned store, not a franchise. Come see their beautiful and delicious popcorn gift baskets, handmade locally in New Harmony, and decorated just for Valentines' Day. They're giving them away as prizes!!!!!

"As part of its ongoing support of Dixie State College, Intermountain Healthcare has announced it will invest $720,000 in the college's health education programs over the next three years. The financial commitment will be announced at the St. George Area Chamber of Commerce Luncheon Feb. 7, where Intermountain local administrator Terri Kane will present Dixie State College President Dr. Lee Caldwell with a ceremonial check for the first $240,000 installment. The purpose of the financial assistance is to support hiring program directors for Dixie State's medical career programs, specifically respiratory therapy, medical technology and physical therapy assistants."

CHAMBER BRIEFS

The Chamber is having an open house on Thursday, February 8th from 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. to welcome DeAnn Behrmann to St. George. Our president Russ Behrmann and DeAnn were married on Saturday, January 20th in Cedar City. We welcome you to stop in an extend your best wishes to the happy couple. No gifts please.

The Southern Utah Networkers is a business-to-business referral/networking group sponsored by the St. George Chamber. S.U.N. meets at 7:30 a.m. every Friday at Courtyard By Marriott. Their next meeting will be Friday, 2/9/07. The featured speaker is Summit Foot and Ankle. S.U.N. is currently looking for members in the following categories: physician, nursing facility, assisted living, home care agency, chiropractor, personal/life coaching, and others. Call the club president Orville Lucus as President 688-8182 and Ryan Bolton and President Elect 627-0494 for more information.

BUSINESS BRIEFS

Fact: AVERAGE EARNINGS - Persons with four-year degrees make more money. "Among full-time, year-round workers between the ages of 25 and 34, white, black and Hispanic four-year college graduates earn an average of about 60% more than high school graduates in the same demographic groups." -- Sandra Baum, Economist with the College Board, New York Submitted by Dixie State College

Dixie State College will host an Employment Fair on Thursday, February 22 in the Gardner Center Ballroom from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Employers wishing to participate may register on-line at www.dixie.edu/career. Last year they had over 100 employers at the Employment Fair and had to create a waiting list for others who waited too long to register. Employers seeking to hire students graduating with 4-year degrees, associate degrees or certificates, summer/seasonal or part-time positions are invited to register. The Employment Fair is well-attended by Dixie State College students looking for jobs and careers. Don’t wait! Register today. For additional information call the DSC Career Center at (435) 652-7737. Click Here

Dixie State College's business department will continue hosting its bi-monthly noontime Business and Ethics Forum this Thursday, featuring Lecia Langston, the Southwest regional economist with the Utah Department of Workforce Services. ...more

Home Depot opened their new west side store on Thursday, Feb. 1st and held their ribbon cutting attended by the Sunshiners on Wednesday, January 31st. Mayor Daniel McArthur was on hand to do the “board” cutting and to lead all in “The Dixie Song”. The new store address is 937 Westridge Drive (just off Sunset).

Arnold Machinery held their ribbon cutting on Thursday, Feb 1st at 1409 East 3850 South (Fort Pierce Industrial Park), St. George. Sunshiners and guest were treated to a tour and lunch served by Dammeron Valley BBQ. Stop by and check out the forklifts and heavy equipment they have available.

Ence Homes held a ribbon cutting for Bella Vista in Washington on Friday, February 2nd. The Bella Vista community is also home to their 2007 Parade of Homes entry.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Foundation Of Dixie Regional Medical Center Announces 10th Anniversary Of Legacy Subaru Mitsubishi Jubilee Cup. Community Members Encouraged to Sign up Early for 2007 Charity Golf Tournament and Evening Auction to Raise Support for Expansion of New Facility. Legacy Subaru Mitsubishi on Blackridge, part of the Legacy Auto Group, announced its continued involvement with the Foundation of Dixie Regional Medical Center this year. ...more

Valentines Day Dinner Special Offered at the Best Western Abbey Inn. Enjoy a luxurious five course meal at St. George’s finest hotel. Spend Valentines night with that special someone. Tables are limited..reserve today at (435) 652-1234. ...more

Green Valley Spa Offers Candle Light Dinner $80/couple. 7:30 pm Friday February 9, Saturday, February 10, Sunday, February 11, Monday, February 12, Tuesday, February 13 and Wednesday, February 14. Enjoy a romantic evening of live music and gourmet dining presented by Chef Fio Antognini, who has earned an enviable reputation for innovative and imaginative dishes that combine the best of traditional classic European cuisine with his own personal creations. His cooking utilizes only the freshest natural ingredients to create memorable culinary experiences. Dinners include Appetizer, Salad, Entrée, and Dessert. Reservations are required. Please call Green Valley Spa at 628-8060 x170 for more details.

The Ledges Chef's Tasting Dinner, Feb. 16th, 17 and 24th from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Join The Ledges for a dining experience unmatched in St. George. Developed around a progression of tasting courses, giving their guests the opportunity to sample a wide range of flavors....more Click Here

The Ledges Champagne Brunch, February 18th from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Join The Ledges for Champagne Brunch - Omelet Bar, Fresh Baked Breads, Composed Salads, Prime Rib Carving Station, Dessert Station. ...more Click Here

Unity Church of Positive Living will showcase artists and artisans from the congregation in an Art Fair to be held on Saturday, February 17 from 2 - 5 PM at the church. A reception will honor the artists, who work in a variety of artistic mediums, including oil painting, watercolor, photography, quilting, jewelry and gem stones. The public is cordially invited to the exhibit and reception to meet the artists and artisans and view their works. Some works will be offered for sale. The Unity Church is located at 1071 E. 100 S., Building B in the Dahle Plaza in St. George. For more information, call 229-7242.

SEMINARS, EDUCATION, & WORKSHOPS

Join Chris Healy, faculty member of The University of Phoenix and Manager of Organizational Capability and Safety at Blue Bunny for “180 Ways to Build a Magnetic Culture”. The workshop will be Tuesday, February 13th from 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. For more details Click Here

Dian Thomas, Utah’s First Lady of Creativity comes to St. George for two seminars on Friday, March 9th. Morning workshop “How to Get a Million Dollars’ Worth of Free Publicity, afternoon workshop “How to Write and Market a Best-seller”. ...more

Utah State Attorney General Mark Shurtleff to Highlight Dixie State College-Hosted Women’s Conference. “The Song Within You” is the theme for the 21st-Annual Women’s Conference in Dixie, which returns to the Dixie State College campus Saturday, Feb. 10, at the Eccles Fine Arts Building. ...more Click Here

“Building Effective Teams” a Parade of Homes Seminar. Tony Brigmon will present a seminar on Wednesday, February 14th from 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. at Dixie State College sponsored by First Horizon Home Loans....more Click Here

The City of St. George and the Southern Utah Home Builders Association (SUBHA) are teaming up to offer a series of seminars to inform and educate those interested in green building. The first in the series will be held at the Water and Energy Administration Building, 811 E Red Hills Parkway, St. George, UT 84770 on February 27, 2007 at noon. It is free to homeowners, building contractors, and anyone else interested in learning about creating more energy efficient and environmentally responsible homes....more

Dixie State College Students Learns About Space at Clark Planetarium Workshop. Dixie State College welcomed representatives from the Clark Planetarium in Salt Lake City, for a science workshop last Friday in the Gardner Center on campus. The workshop featured many hands on experiments for students and teachers alike that put a new spin on scientific studies. ...more

The Development Plan & Working with Volunteers in Development AND Capital and Endowment Campaigns Two Day Workshop in St. George, Utah, March 5th & 6th. To register...more Click Here

Dr. Arthur Jones will be the featured speaker at the Dixie Forum on February 13 in the Dunford Auditorium. Dr. Jones is a noted Denver speaker, author and founder of the Spirituals Project. ...more

WHATS HAPPENING

This year's Invitational events will begin with an art symposium in the Eccles Fine Arts Center Concert Hall featuring 2006 Purchase Prize winner David Koch. The opening gala dinner and pre-sale will follow at 6:00 p.m., in the Eccles Fine Arts Center Grand Foyer. An art preview for dinner guests will precede the gala at 4:00 p.m. For tickets to the gala, call (435) 652-7905 to RSVP by Feb. 9. Admission to the symposium is free. ...more

St. George Area Parade of Homes! Mark your calendars for February 16-25, 2007 to attend the St. George Area Parade of Homes presented by the Southern Utah Home Builders Association and Far West Bank. For complete details on the St. George Area Parade of Homes, please visit the official website at www.ParadeHome.com . The Parade is sponsored by Far West Bank, Boulevard Home Furnishings, Questar Gas, Stock Building Supply, The Spectrum, Start 98 FM, and KSL Television. Click Here

Scarlet Days & Jekyll Nights: Stars of St. George Musical Theater Take the Stage at DSC for an Evening of Broadway’s Finest. Long-time St. George Musical Theater performer and contributor Bruce Bennett has slid into the director’s chair to bring a very special, limited engagement concert event to the Dixie State College Dolores Doré Eccles Fine Arts Center. ...more

The St. George Art Museum Soup N’ Bowl will be held March 9, 2007. Get your tickets in advance at the St. George Art Museum (call 634-5942 and charge them),Juniper Sky Gallery, Datura Gallery or Blue Bunny Parlor.

Xetava Desert Arboretum’s Art In Kayenta Festival, February 17 & 18. The “Art in Kayenta” Festival is considered the first major spring event in the St. George region and draws crowds of more than 5,000 ...more

Royden Card Fine Art Presents “Little Stories, Inner Landscapes,” New Paintings by Fae Ellsworth. Utah artist, Fae Ellsworth, will be the featured visiting artist beginning February 17, 2007 at Royden Card Fine Art in the Coyote Gulch Art Village at Kayenta. Her exhibit, “Little Stories, Inner Landscapes,” will open with a reception on Friday, February 17 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. ...more

Zion Country Early Spring Century, February 24th. Enjoy the awesome beauty of southern Utah during this pre-spring ride. Join them as they ride to the entrance of Zion National Park o n a leisurely route that will allow you to get out on the road, test your legs, relax and enjoy your first organized ride of the season. For more information Click Here

Stop by the Second Annual Dixie Transportation Expo today until 7:00 p.m. at The Dixie Center. For more information Click Here

BYU International Folk Dancers At Dixie State College, Feb. 23rd at 7:30 p.m. When the talented musicians of the Brigham Young University Folk Music Ensemble play their instruments, the air comes alive with the sounds of good old-fashioned fun. With energetic performances of American and international folk music, the Folk Music Ensemble beats their way into the hearts of all music fans alike. The group will bring its lively entertainment to Dixie State College Cox Performing Arts Center on Friday, February 23, 2007 at 7:30 p.m. ...more

Celebrity Concert Series presents the Utah Symphony Orchestra – February 9-10 at 730 pm at the Cox Auditorium. Tickets are $19 – call box office 652-7902. ...more

One Night Only – Make plans to join Dr. Jesse Duplantis for a special Wednesday evening service. Bring your faith and a friend. God is going to do something good! February 7, 2007 at 6:30 p.m. Harvest Christian Assembly, 358 W. Buena Vista Blvd., Washington. (435) 656-9119 Doors open at 5:00 p.m. No nursery provided. ...more

COMMUNITY/POLITICAL

Washington County Republican Party Lincoln Day Breakfast will be Saturday, February 17, 2007 at the Dixie College Gardner Center beginning at 8:00 a.m. You can purchase tickets at the Zion Bank Main Branch. Cost $20.00. Ask for David Turner or Penny Shelley or call 435-628-2308.

HB 73- Allows the CEO of a political subdivision to invoke price controls during an emergency.

HB 127 & HB 156- Both deal with requirements for employers to verify employee eligibility. HB- 127 will require compliance for economic incentives and government contracts. HB 156 enacts the Utah Employment Verification Act, requiring participation in the federal employment verification program.

HB 224- This measure to repeal resident tuition status for children of illegal aliens who have attended high school in Utah for three years and graduated from a high school in the state, or received the equivalent of a high school diploma failed.

RIBBON CUTTINGS AND OPEN HOUSES

Sweet Gift will have an open house this afternoon at 4:30 pm. Address: 370 W. St. George Blvd. Everyone is welcome.

Please join IKON for a new technology open house on March 13, 2007 at Dixie College Gardner Center. There will seminars on scanning, color and workflow solutions. Join us for refreshments, lunch and prize drawings! RSVP to Amy Lincoln at 435-634-1278 or alincoln@ikon.com

Coldwell Banker Commercial KGA Slated for Grand Opening Feb. 8. Coldwell Banker Commercial KGA, Meridian GIS and Kemp Griffin properties will host a grand opening celebration in their new office building at 94 East Tabernacle on Thursday afternoon, February 8, beginning at 12:30 PM. The event will kick off with an official ribbon cutting staged by the St. George Area Chamber of Commerce Dixie Sunshiners. An open house will follow the ribbon cutting until 2:30 PM. Chamber members, industry professionals and clients are invited to attend. Catering will be provided by Michelle Tuckness of the Rustic Tomato. Please RSVP to Cindy Webb at 688-8886, no later than February 6....more Click Here

Please Mark Your Calendars. You are hereby invited to attend the Grand Opening of Desert Shadows at the newly built Model Home, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 pm on February 9th, 2007, located at 1400 East 2450 South in St. George. Desert Shadows is a single family community by Ence Homes. (Look for the Painted Desert community) We look forward to giving you a personal tour of our beautiful new community. There will be Prize Drawings following the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and light refreshments will be served.

Fairfield Inn invites you to their ribbon cutting on Thursday, February 8th at 11:00 am. In addition to the ribbon cutting they will have tours of rooms and light refreshments. Address: 1660 Convention Center Drive, St. George.

Signature Suppers will have a ribbon cutting on Friday, Feb. 9th at 11:00 a.m. Please join them for the event. Their address is 140 North 400 West, St. George.

CALL TO ACTION

Hope Pregnancy Care Center is having a huge garage sale, Saturday, Feb 10th from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the Ben Franklin/Ace Hardware parking lot on the corner of Bluff and St. George Blvd. If you would like to drop off donated items call Vickie at (435) 628-6622 prior to the sale date. With your help and donations, it will be a great day. Hope to see you there. Any questions can be directed to Vince Valence at (435) 680-0471.

COMMUNITY INTEREST

The Washington County Republican Women and Dixie State College of Utah announced Jan. 29, the creation of a new scholarship to honor veterans of the Iraq War and the Utah National Guard's 222nd Field Artillery Unit. The Washington County Republican Women National Guard Unit 222 Scholarship, for which the organization donated $1,280 to begin, will provide financial assistance with college expenses, including tuition, books and college fees to veterans who qualify....more

EXIT Realty founder honored as one of Real Estates’ 25 most influential thought leaders.
 

Prudential St. George Realty has recently added four new real estate agents to their office.

 

BLOOMINGTON MEDICAL CLINIC, Kyra Haycock and Carl Haycock, MD, 144 West Brigham Road #19, St. George, Utah 84790 (435) 656-8282

 

MASSAGE ENVY, Roy and Kelly Thacker, Brad and Ashley Price, 1091 North Bluff Street, Suite 304, St. George, Utah 84770 (435) 628-9049 www.massageenvy.com

 

THE MAINSTREET BUSINESS JOURNAL, Ken Perkins and Danny Van Meter, 2303 North Coral Canyon Boulevard, Suite 100-B, Washington City, Utah 84780 (435) 656-1525 www.MainstreetBusiness Journal.com

 

ALL-TELL INTELLISYS, Len Hatch, 42 East 140 South, La Verkin, Utah 84745 (435) 673-6152 (801) 975-7466 www.ccintellisys.com

 

GOLD’S GYM, Cameron Erwin, 484 North Mall Drive, St. George, Utah 84770 (435) 628-9201 www.goldsgym.com