Category: Ribbon Cuttings

New Beginnings and New Heights Training Center Ribbon Cutting

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New Beginnings Resale Store and New Heights members ribbon cutting
L to R: Gail Yatso, Oconto Falls Area Chamber of Commerce President; Danielle Kline, Chamber Vice President; Scott Shackelford, Director of Oconto County Health and Human Services; Will Kline, Director of New View Industries; Debbie Arndt, Chamber Treasurer; and Katie Daul, Chamber Secretary

New Beginnings Resale Store and New Heights, which fall under the umbrella of services offered by New View Industries, opened their doors June 17 with a ribbon cutting held with the Oconto Falls Area Chamber of Commerce. The new 6,000 sq. ft. building, located at 228 W. Park St. in Gillett, houses the New Beginnings Store as well as program space aimed at assisting disabled youth and adults at New Heights. 

New Beginnings is currently open, but mark your calendar for their Grand Opening on Saturday, July 9 offering specials, treats, and a chance to win prizes!

This building project was made possible through funding provided by the Community Development Block Grant, a federal program focused on community development.

“Many people were instrumental in making this addition possible,” said Kline. “I’d like to thank the Oconto County Board, Health and Human Services Board, the City of Gillett, former Health and Human Services Director, Mike Reimer and former Oconto County Administrative Coordinator, Kevin Hamann.”

New View Industries is a non-profit training facility for individuals who are intellectually/physically disabled or who have other barriers. Their mission is to provide participants with outstanding vocational and skills training to help them achieve greater independence in all aspects of their lives.

Ribbon Cutting held for Iverson’s Piggly Wiggly

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Iverson's Piggy Wiggly

The Oconto Falls Chamber of Commerce is proud to welcome new member, Iverson’s Piggly Wiggly!

Iverson has been a long-time employee of the store and is making changes to upgrade the facility in both public-facing areas and behind the scenes. New to the store are self check-outs, energy-saving screens on open dairy cases, freezer doors, and the constructed car wash behind the store. Renovations have started with a new store layout and will continue to be added.

The ribbon cutting was held on Monday, October 11, 2021, and was celebrated by new owner, Bryce Iverson, employees of the grocery store, and other chamber members. A light breakfast and coffee was available.

Oconto Falls Area Veterans Monument Dedication

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In 2011, it was Marie Magnin’s vision to build a Veterans Monument to Honor her husband “Chub” Magnin and all other area Veterans that served our country.  Marie and the Oconto Falls Legion Unit 302 Auxiliary started to raise funds for the build.  After 6 years, Marie asked the American Legion Post 302 Veterans to help her complete the project.  Fast forward to November 2019, and along with Veterans and the community of Oconto Falls and surrounding area…Mission Complete!

A Dedication was conducted on Saturday, November 9th 2019, with more than 500 people in attendance, at the PAC in the High School.  The Flag Raising & Ribbon Cutting Ceremony was then held at the Veterans Monument.  The Ceremony concluded with the unveiling of Marie’s Vision Plaque, which is beautiful tribute, etched in a bronze memorial plaque, set at the entrance of the monument.

The Veterans of Oconto Falls American Legion Post 302 and The Monument Committee are proud to present The Oconto Falls Area Veterans Monument dedicated and open to All Veterans that served our Great Country.

Grand Opening of the Packerland Broadband

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Your attendance is requested at the Grand Opening of the Packerland Broadband Store on Saturday, May 20. The Grand Opening is a free family-friendly event and will take place from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM with a ribbon cutting ceremony at 9:30. You’ll be delighted and entertained during this unique chance to learn about the ways new and existing customers can now interact with Packerland Broadband. You will also be able to enter to win big prizes (including a 48” Sony Smart TV and sound bar!), enjoy delicious refreshments provided by Crivello’s, and test drive Packerland Broadband services.

The store, located at 323 Highland Drive in Oconto Falls, is the first of its kind. Visitors are able to make bill payments, inquire about current and new services, demo TiVo with multi-room functionality, try out 100 Mbps ExtremeConnect Internet, and much more.

Packerland Broadband provides modern telecommunication services in 56 rural communities throughout Wisconsin and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. We are 100% employee owned. As owners we are dedicated to providing services and products that benefit the communities we are a part of. We have been in operation since 2007 as a division of CCI Systems and based in Iron Mountain, Michigan.

Chamber Membership Benefits.

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OF Chamber LogoOur mission is to be a valid and dynamic link between local business and the community. Our objective is to be an advocate for business interests and to promote business development, city beautification and tourism.

Membership is annual and provides you with many benefits.

• Your business and logo are listed on and linked to the OFACC website at dbi.ec3.myftpupload.com.
• Your business will be listed in the Oconto County Discovery Guide.
• Special event announcements on OFACC website calendar, facebook and email.
• Community events on the welcome sign message board.
• Marketing opportunities for your business.
• Ribbon cutting ceremony and media attention for your new business.
• Monthly newsletters and prompt email communications.
• Networking opportunities.
• Involvement in community projects.
• Awareness of changes in the community.
• Window cling showing your support and encouraging local businesses to do business locally.

Please apply or renew and pay online at https://ocontofallschamber.com/Application.html. You may also use the enclosed application. Please complete all information and return with your check to the address listed below. For more information please call 920-846-8306.

Build a stronger local economy by shopping locally.

Sincerely,

Gail Yatso

Gail Yatso
President, Oconto Falls Area Chamber of Commerce
PO Box 24
Oconto Falls, WI 54154
920-846-8306
Let’s make the Oconto Falls Area your destination to outdoor recreation!

Oconto Falls Trail System Ribbon Cutting

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WalkingYesterday was a beautiful day to launch the Oconto Falls Trail System with a Blessing and Ribbon Cutting! A big “Thank You” to HSHS St. Clare Memorial Hospital and Healthy Oconto County for getting this project launched! Together we will make our city a safer and healthier place to live.

The event started with a blessing of the trail, then came the ribbon-cutting and it ended with everyone in attendance taking the “first walk” on that portion of the trail.

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Ribbon Cutting of our newest eating establishment in Oconto Falls, the Caldwell Cafe!

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When: Monday August 8, 2016
7:30 am: Gather for meet, greet and tasty treats
8:00 am: Ribbon Cutting

Where:
Caldwell House 1895
Caldwell Cafe
172 N. Main Street
Oconto Falls, WI 54154

Caldwell Café
Now Open Monday – Saturday 7:00am – 7:00pm
Serving Daily Homestyle Specials& Breakfast all day.
(920) 846-8883

The Caldwell Café is a full-service restaurant/café located inside the historical hotel in downtown Oconto Falls. The restaurant features a full menu of moderately priced “comfort” food influenced by West Coast freshness and time honored recipes from the great cooks of the Midwest. The café section features a coffeehouse with a dessert bar, daily newspapers, and outdoor patio seating.

Located inside the Caldwell House 1895 located at 172 N. Main Street, our plan is simple. The Caldwell Café provides an upscale yet casual and affordable dining experience for the many local residents, and visitors who frequent the city’s casual dining spots and local event venues. Our staff will always be courteous, efficient, and attentive. With a really fun environment, we guarantee a smile to all who enter our café.

Pamela Ellman, her brother Todd Ellman, and his wife, Judy Ellman, purchased the Caldwell House 1895 in November, 2015. Pamela currently resides in Oconto Falls while Todd & Judy reside in Oconto. As entrepreneurs, the Ellman’s have over 60 years of combined business experience, including real estate, property management, and restaurant/venue experience. They are excited to bring their business experience and knowledge to Oconto Falls, with the hopes of becoming an integral part of a growing community.

THE HAIR DESIGNERS IN OCONTO FALLS

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YOU ARE INVITED!!
GRAND RE-OPENING!
THE HAIR DESIGNERS IN OCONTO FALLS

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THE HAIR DESIGNERS IS UNDER NEW OWNERSHIP AND HAS BEEN COMPLETELY REMODELED! MY TEAM AND I WOULD LIKE TO INVITE YOU TO OUR RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY! COME MEET OUR FRIENDLY STAFF AND ENJOY SOME REFRESHMENTS!

WE OFFER A NICE VARIETY OF HAIR SERVICES, MANICURES, PEDICURES, TANNING BEDS AND BOOTHS, AND MASSAGE SERVICES! YOU WILL RECEIVE BIG CITY STYLE SERVICE AT PRICES LESS THAN GREEN BAY SALONS.

WHERE: THE HAIR DESIGNERS SALON
411 E. HIGHLAND DRIVE, SUITE C OCONTO
FALLS, WI 54154
920-846-8715

WHEN: JANUARY 28TH,
8:00AM COME FOR COFFEE
AND TREATS!

OCONTO FALLS TO HOLD HIGHWAY 22 CEREMONY

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Oconto Falls road constructionOCONTO FALLS TO HOLD HIGHWAY 22 CEREMONY
Event to include ribbon cutting,
opportunity to walk “new” Highway 22

OCONTO FALLS–The Oconto Falls Chamber of Commerce will celebrate the end of state Highway 22 reconstruction at 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, at Oconto Falls City Hall, 500 N. Chestnut Ave.
“Roll out the Barrels, We Have the Construction Blues on the Run” is the theme selected by the Chamber for the event.
Attendees will have the opportunity to hear messages from local and state dignitaries, including Colleen Harris, regional deputy director of the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, Mayor Brad Rice, City Administrator Vicki Roberts and Chamber President Gail Yatso.
“I think it’s important to celebrate the end of the hardships the road construction has brought to the businesses of the city that has affected their bottom line,” Yatso said. “It’s something that’s been needed a long time, to be proud of our city and our streets.”
The program and ribbon cutting ceremony at City Hall, 500 N. Main St., will be followed by an opportunity to walk the “new” Highway 22 from City Hall to the Oconto Falls Library, 251 N. Main St., where refreshments will be served.

An Oconto Falls Fire Department engine will lead the walk, and the Oconto Falls Police Department will assist with traffic control.

American Legion Post 302 will present the colors and Boy Scout Troop 1024 will lead the Pledge of Allegiance.

The Oconto Falls High School band and Oconto Falls High School Cheer Team are scheduled to perform.

City leaders and owners of businesses in the construction zone will cut the ribbon, signifying that Oconto Falls is once again open for business.

The color scheme for the day will be orange, and people are invited to wear orange to match the color of the construction barrels that have been so visible in the city.

The $3.95 million DOT project includes pavement removal and replacement, curb and gutter, sidewalks, storm sewer, street lighting, pavement marking and street signing on 1.6 miles from West Highland Drive to East Highland Drive. Work is scheduled to end Wednesday, Nov. 11, weather permitting.

In case of inclement weather, the ribbon cutting program will take place indoors at City Hall.