Welcome New Member!
Amanda's Clothing Boutique
Amanda Powell
112 N. Isabella Street
Sylvester, Ga 31791
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Join Date: 07/07/2020
Marcia Kimbro Inman
Join Date: 07/14/2020
Thank You Renewals!
Jackson's Soul Food
Isaac Jackson
113 W. Kelly St.
Sylvester, GA 31791
Phone: 229-777-2222
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Member Since: 03/20/2012
Throw Back Tuesday
Every week, the Sylvester Local has a section in their newspaper called "Looking back through the Years". This section showcases different events that happened on certain days many years ago. Every week, we will be showcasing parts of their section in our newsletter!
100 Years Ago - July 9, 1920
"Two horses, two wagons, harnesses, and oak sacks are for sale at Nortan & Beasleys in Sylvester.
Southern Produce Company now will buy your watermelons and pay cash. The telephone number is 45, located in Albany.
Skilled shoe surgeons are at Golden's Shoe Shop. They add new life to old shows and work promptly to return them better than new.
Now playing at the Sylvia Theatre in Sylveter is "The Miracle Man." This film is filled with adventure, thrill, and inspiration. This is a show that you will never forget. Playing all day Friday!"
If you'd like to see more from the Sylvester Local, please visit their website here. You can also subscribe to the Sylvester Local by calling them at (229) 776 3991.
Job Openings!
Worth Air Heating & Cooling, Inc.
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Ruth’s Cottage and The Patticake House
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Shipp Shape Lawn Service
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Worth County Tax Commissioner
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Worth County Sheriff's Office
Worth County Sheriff's Office is hiring for an administrative assistant. Applicants must have a high school diploma, valid GA drivers license, be able to pass a background check and drug test.
Applicants must be computer literate in all aspects of Microsoft Word and Excel. Be able to operate a multi-line phone system, fax machine, copier and be able to file numerically and alphabetically and be able to learn mail processing. Other duties as assigned.
Position if Monday-Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00pm with an hour for lunch. All applicants must complete a full employee application. Applications can be picked up in the Sheriff's Office and should be returned to the Worth County Sheriff's Office. Deadline for application is Monday, July 20, 2020 at 5:00 pm. Projected start date will be Monday, August 3, 2020.
For an application see link here
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Specialty Sales Company
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Crisis and Support Hotlines
Georgia COVID-19 Emotional Support Line - 866-399-8938
The Georgia COVID-19 Emotional Support line provides 24/7 free and confidential assistance to callers needing emotional support or resource information as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. It is staffed by volunteer mental health professionals and others who have received crisis counseling training.
Georgia Crisis & Access Line - 1-800-715-4225
The Georgia Crisis and Access Line (GCAL) is available 24/7 to help you or someone you care for in a crisis.
CARES Warm Line - 1-844-326-5400
Call or text every day of the year 8:30 am - 11:00 pm for help with substance abuse challenges.
COVID-19 Hotline - 844-442-2681
The Georgia Department of Health has this hotline for people who believe that they are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 or have been exposed. They ask that if you show symptoms or have been exposed, please also contact your primary care doctor or an urgent care clinic.
Peer2Peer Warm Line - 888-945-1414
This line provides Georgians the opportunity to receive peer support of the phone 24 hours a day. You can also visit their website at www.peer2peer.center
Local Personal Protective Equipment Resources
Daughtry's Empire Market
Carol Daughtry
105 N. Isabella St.
Sylvester, Georgia 31791
(229) 821-3246
Masks and Hand Sanitizer
Snipes Piggly Wiggly
631 E Franklin St
Sylvester, Georgia 31791
(229) 776-5868
Face Guards, Hand Sanitizer
Disinfecting & Sanitizing Solutions​
Lizette Hatcher
Owner of DSS, LLC
(770) 713-2138
Local Distributor
Disinfectant
Glenn's Corner Pharmacy
631 E Franklin St
Sylvester, Georgia 31791
(229) 776-3600
The Gift Barn
111 E. Franklin Street
Sylvester, Georgia 31791
(229) 449-7812
Face Masks
M & M Sales
Ches Linda Phillips Mangham
(229) 389-7446
Masks, Face Guards, Shields for Businesses, COVID-19 Signage
The Sylvester Computer Guy
502 W Franklin Street
Sylvester, GA 31791
(229) 234-2317
Masks, Face Shields, Hand Sanitizer
Land Works
Eric Hatcher
102 N Isabella Street
Sylvester, GA 31791
(229) 776-1077
Sanitize and Disinfect
Alchemy Games & Coffee Shoppe
Timothy Haire Jr.
121 E. Front Street
Sylvester, Georgia 31791
(229) 463-7040
Hand Sanitizer, Free Essential Oils for Sanitizer, Cloth Masks
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Census 2020
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New Teacher Bags!
The Sylvester-Worth County Chamber's Education Committee is working with the Worth County Board of Education to host this year's Worth County Schools New Hire Orientation on July 22, 2020.
If you would like to include something in their Welcome Bags please bring it to the Chamber of Commerce no later than Friday, July 17, 2020. You may bring enough items for thirty New Teacher Bags. This is a great opportunity to expose your business to potential new customers as well as help us give them a great Sylvester-Worth County welcome.
We are also looking for sponsors for breakfast and lunch for July 22nd. If you are interested in becoming a sponsor contact us at 229-776-7718 or email at info@swcountychamber.com if you have questions. Thank you for all you do!
Sylvester-Worth County Chamber of Commerce Job Opportunity
2-part time positions OR 1-full time position
Job Title:
Administrative Assistant. Supervisor: President/CEO
(Occasional weekends and evenings are required)
Job Purpose:
The Administrative Assistant ensures the efficient day to day operation of the office and brings value to the organization by offering effective and professional support to the Chamber management, Board of Directors, and Staff.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Administrative Assistant will take direction from the President/CEO. The Administrative Assistant (AA) is responsible for the efficient operation of the Chamber office and will maintain a high level of professionalism.
Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Secretarial/administrative experience with typing skills
Computer and bookkeeping knowledge
Strong professional communication skills, both oral and written
Must work with minimal supervision, and have a high degree of professionalism and organization
Excellent interpersonal relations skills and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage and support the Chamber's office
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and work independently
Application Instructions:
Send your resume with a cover letter to Karen M. Rackley, President at karen@swcountychamber.com or mail to
Sylvester-Worth County Chamber
P.O. Box 768
Sylvester, GA 31791
Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
The Sylvester-Worth County Chamber is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Congratulation Mayor Jones
The Sylvester-Worth County Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, Ambassadors and Staff would like to congratulate Mayor Jones and we wish you the best of luck!
 
COVID-19 Resources
For more updates, please visit our Facebook page. We also encourage you to look at other resources such as the CDC and the Georgia Department of Health for updates about COVID-19. For more updates, please visit our website.
U.S. Chamber of Commerce
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has recently unveiled their ''Reopening Business Digital Resource Center". This site provides up-to-date state guidelines, sector-specific guidance, small business advice, and other resources to help businesses safely return to work. For access to this website, please click here.
Georgia Center for Nonprofits
The Georgia Center for Nonprofits has put together to collect info on how the COVID-19 crisis is affecting nonprofits. Click here!
State Personal Protective Equipment Resources
For the list of state resources, click here!
COVID-19 Test Registration
Quick Guide to register for COVID-19 testing!
Visit the website, https://covid19.dph.ga.gov/ or scan this QR code!
For a guide to how to register, click the QR code to access the guide.
The Georgia Business Action Network
(Click the image below to access the Legislative Update)
2021 Leadership Worth Application
Sponsorship Opportunities
Farmers Appreciation Peanut Festival
Geocaching
Geocaching is a way for you to see the community. The Sylvester-Worth County Chamber has hidden Geocaches all around Worth County. It is up to you to explore and find them.
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