Jan. 4, 2018

Welcome Back Members!

State Farm Insurance
Hugh Frailey
Member Since: 01/01/1991
Renewed On: 01/04/2018

Shelter Insurance - Melissa Hopfinger
Melissa Hopfinger
Member Since: 11/09/2017
Renewed On: 01/04/2018
 

Daily Deal Discounts



People are beginning to register for the Chamber Daily Deals.  Don't miss this opportunity to directly reach potential customers with specials and amazing deals at your businesses.   
 

To learn more about this program, please contact the chamber office at 618-438-2121.

2018 Job Search Party


The annual RLC Job Search Party will be held on Thursday, April 12, 2018, and Withers Broadcasting is sponsoring the event this year.  
If your organization would like to participate as a vendor in the event, please complete and return the registration form.
 

5 Elements of a SMART Business Goal

New Opportunities!


Are you looking for new employment or volunteer opportunities?  Check out the Chamber Opportunity Board!  Start a new chapter in your community!

Generation Books


Generations of Memories Books are available for purchase at the Chamber Office, Flowers by Dave, Heartland Office Supply, and the Buzz.
Pick up yours today!

Contact Us!

Benton/West City Area Chamber of Commerce
211 N. Main St. Benton, IL 62812
P.O. Box 574 Benton, IL 62812
618-438-2121     info@bentonwestcitychamber.com
www.BentonWestCityChamber.com

Membership Drive! Make Friends and Get Prizes

Hello Members!!

Now through the first quarter of 2018, we are doing a special program for new members and our current members.  Refer a fellow business and they join the chamber, you both will be entered to win a free Signature Sponsorship for the Rend Lake Water Festival!  $250 Value!  The more you refer, the more chances you have to win.

Increased membership will enable the chamber to expand our ChamberNation program and bring new resources to our organization.  It's a new year. let's make it the best chamber yet!

Chamber Annual Dinner - RSVP by January 9


Reserve your Ticket Online or return your RSVP card!

Membership Renewals


Don't miss out on a single e-news or community opportunity.  Return your membership dues and your Chamber Investment Interest Form to make the most of your membership benefits!

Billboard Spot for Rent


We have a single spot open on the Southbound side of the chamber billboard on I-57.  Approximately 32,000 vehicles pass our billboard every day.  Please call the chamber office for additional details.  Must be a chamber member in good standing to take advantage of this opportunity.

Ranger Reality Day: Feb. 27 & 28

The Benton / West City Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to partner with the Benton High School to bring a ‘Reality Day’ to our local students in February 27 & 28 2018!  

What is a Reality Day?
It is a fun, interactive “financial literacy” simulation for all high school sophomores to learn the “realities” of life after high school or college.

To learn more about this event, volunteer, or represent your business/industry, please call the chamber office at 618-438-2121.

Shop Southern Illinois Prize Winner



Congratulations to Amy Craig of Harrisburg for winning the December 15th Shop Southern Illinois prize, sponsored by the Benton and West Frankfort Chamber.

Nearly 5000 people saw the prize posting leading up to the drawing and we would like to thank local chamber members for helping to make a great prize possible.

Casey's, The Coffeehouse, All Stars N Stitches, People's National Bank, Pate Funeral Home, and Thomas Printing.

Thank you West Frankfort Chamber for the adorable sleigh!!

Member Events

1st Friday Music at Pheasant Hollow Winery
01/05/2018
Pheasant Hollow Winery
14931 IL-37
Whittington, IL 62897

Illinois Concealed Carry Course
01/13/2018- 01/14/2018
Extreme Exigency Shooting Park
9911 River Bend Road
Benton, IL 62812

3rd Friday Music at Pheasant Hollow Winery
01/19/2018
Pheasant Hollow Winery
14931 IL-37
Whittington, IL 62897

Pretty Woman Of Death
01/27/2018
Pheasant Hollow Winery
14931 IL-37
Whittington, IL 62897

Events in the Community

Check out other community activities and submit events here!
Chamber E-Newsletter - Jan. 4, 2018