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December 15 - 8am, Chamber Coffee for Ottawa Library - O Town Reads Announcement @ 105 S Hickory St, Ottawa
December 25 & 26 - Chamber Office Closed January 1 & 2 - Chamber Office Closed
January 5 - Chamber Coffee for KwiKom Communications @ Zelda's Cafe 405 N Main St, Ottawa
January 19 - Chamber Ribbon Cutting for Six Acre Farm (formerly M&N Sportshop) @ 1521 S Main St, Ottawa
January 25 - 5:15-6:15pm (Social Hour) 6:15-8:15pm (Banquet Program), Chamber Annual Banquet @ Ottawa University Schendel Conference Center ~ Buy tickets here
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The Chamber would like YOU to nominate some local individuals for the community service they have provided in 2023
There are five different awards to be won at this year’s Annual Awards Celebration. Learn more about these awards and access nomination forms by clicking the button below.
Let’s give back to those who have gone above and beyond in 2023. Please utilize the dedicated forms to submit your nomination for each individual for the awards. Awards will be presented at the 2023 Annual Awards Celebration at Ottawa University on January 25th, 2024. Deadline to nominate is December 18th COB. |
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Faith Lutheran Preschool Open Enrollment for the '24-'25 school year begins January 3rd. We will be enrolling for our 3's and 4's classes. Students must be potty trained before the first day of school. Please call Stephanie Circle at (785) 242-7366 for more information or to enroll. |
The annual Martin Luther King Jr. celebration is looking for monetary donations for this year's event. If you are interested please reach out to Richard Jackson at (785)242-9010 |
Elizabeth Layton Center is excited to offer you Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training! This nationally acclaimed, evidence-based training teaches adults the skills needed to outreach and provide initial support to someone who might be developing a mental health or substance use problem and help connect them to appropriate care. Click the button below for more information. |
We need your help! Are you a business owner? Have a in home business? Or thinking about starting a business? As you may know Ottawa Main Street Association was selected for the Equitable Entrepreneurial Ecosystem-E3 grant. Without Small Businesses, our Main Street and local community doesn't exist. The first phase is to get as much feed back and surveys completed. |
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The Photographs of Luke Hoffman, University Student, which will be on display at the Old Depot Museum through August 2024. |
Photos from the exhibit: "Luke Hoffman airbrushing 1915 annual" In this photo, Luke Hoffman is airbrushing the background framing for yearbook portraits that appeared in the 1915 Ottawan annual.
"No Trespassing": Many of Luke Hoffman's photos feature Ottawa University students exploring and playing along the Missouri Pacific Railroad Tracks between the (now gone) Seventh Street Bridge and Rock Creek.
"Building the Gym 1914" Ottawa University's gymnasium was destroyed by fire in the 1890s. Students petitioned for a new gymnasium for several years. After the class of 1913 gifted $2.012.36 to OU for the new gymnasium, the Board of Trustees moved forward with plans for a $30,000 building. This photo, taken April 21, 1914, shows OU students digging the foundation for the new gym with picks and shovels. The new gymnasium opened in 1915. |
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| Are you a friendly and enthusiastic person interested in helping the Red Cross save lives? If you have a little free time and are a true “people person,” we have a great volunteer position for you. Volunteer Blood Donor Ambassadors ensure blood donors have a pleasant and fulfilling experience, from the moment they arrive to when they leave.
With plenty of flexible volunteer opportunities, you can sign up to help with blood drives that fit your schedule. Visit redcross.org/volunteer or text/call 785-250-6231. |
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Franklin County Cancer Foundation |
Volunteer hours: 10:00am-2:00pm weekdays (usually different volunteers daily). 215 S Main St, Ottawa KS Duties: Meet with patients who have active cancer and live in Franklin County as well as assist with their needs for payment of household expenses, groceries, medical equipment, and supplies. Contact: Gary Jordan 785-242-5566 |
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ECKAN is a connection to services that can change lives for the better. We connect our neighbors with housing, food, childcare, and other resources to make way to a better life. What we do provides so much more than services, it’s hope for the future.
If you'd like to help your neighbors and make your community a better place, we'd love to have you join our board! Learn more at eckan.org/about-eckan/ |
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Ottawa University, Ottawa, KS: is seeking qualified applicants for the following positions below. Position detail and Application for Employment are available at www.ottawa.edu/careers. EOE. |
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Safety & Security Officer: |
Seeking qualified applicants for part-time (20 hours per week) positions. |
Responsible for the recruitment and enrollment of students within an established territory into the Ottawa Residential Campus programs by using effective enrollment management sales and advising techniques and excellent customer service skills that are aligned with Ottawa University’s student centric philosophy. Generates prospective student and new student enrollments for the Ottawa Residential Campus academic degree programs. Requires personal initiative and ongoing communication with applicants to assist them in all phases of the new student enrollment process. Responsible for achieving measurable enrollment goals and objectives. This position is based out of The Residential in Ottawa, Kansas, and requires travel, and evening/weekend hours.
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| Maintenance Technician II: |
Performs skilled work in electrical, mechanical, plumbing, carpentry, and roofing trades. Responsible for inspection and repair of buildings and equipment as well as to ongoing preventive maintenance programs. Requires specialized knowledge and experience. |
Seeking qualified applicants for Full-time position. We offer the opportunity to be a part of a great community atmosphere. |
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Wanted: Part-Time Youth Director! |
Westminster Presbyterian Church is looking for someone to join our team as a youth director. The person we need will provide leadership to the middle and senior high school youth, encourage a deepening love for God, and foster growth in the Christian faith. The Youth Director will promote fellowship and a sense of community among the youth and the church fellowship. Anyone who is interested, please call the Church Office at 785-242-1824. |
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The position is responsible for installing, repairing or replacing of materials on current and former buildings. Must enjoy working with others, have patience, a neat appearance, and the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with customers and staff. |
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Field Service Coordinator: |
The position is responsible for assisting the Director of Production with scheduling the Production Superintendents, Building Crews and Sub-Contract crews through daily contact with the Production Superintendents and or Subcontractors throughout QSI. |
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| SERC Physical Therapy in Ottawa is hiring a
Physical Therapist |
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Zelda's Café& Frozen Custard |
Application and Resumes available at sidandnancys2019@gmail.com Multiple job opportunities are available. Join us and be a part of our TEAM. |
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| Full-time Receptionist & Tax Preparers |
Full-time Receptionist wanted to work in a busy tax office. This seasonal position (January to April), provides flexibility, freedom and extra earnings. Successful candidates will wow clients as the frontline face of the office. Email Marcia Mitchell at marcia.mitchell@hrblock.com.
Tax Preparers wanted. If you enjoy problem-solving, working with numbers and with people, we want you to join our team. First year tax professionals have a desire to embark on a customer-centric career by first learning the specifics of tax preparation and gaining the skills to prepare accurate tax returns. Email marcia.mitchell@hrblock.com.
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Positions available: 1 full-time & 1 part-time!
Hours are 8:30-2 for Full-time ($12/hr) Part-time hours are 8:30-12 ($11/hr) A RAISE will be given to anyone who is on the team for 60 days! Requirements: Have a DL & reliable vehicle Be self-motivated & goal-driven
Get some kind of satisfaction knowing you cleaned something & made a difference. |
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If you enjoy a fast-paced work environment that puts our employees and customers first, then HomeBase is the perfect first step for a rewarding career in the home improvement and building materials field. Current Career Opportunities CASHIER - FT TEAM MEMBER - FT LOCAL DELIVERY DRIVER - CDL LUMBERYARD TEAM MEMBER - FT LAWN & GARDEN TEAM MEMBER - PT
CUSTOMER SERVICE DESK TEAM MEMBER - FT Call (785) 242-8200 for more information |
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The Bug Guys
We are hiring!! Looking for career-minded individuals who are not afraid of bugs! Pest Control Technicians needed. Experience preferred, but not needed. Will train. Must be 18yrs of age, clean driving record, drug-free. Call 785-242-2844 for more information or to obtain an application. |
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| Mac Fasteners, Inc., Ottawa, KS |
Looking for two thread roll machine operators, one cold header machine operator, and one shipping/warehouse clerk. Mac Fasteners offers competitive pay and benefits for their employees. On the job training provided. Apply online below or in person at Mac Fasteners, 1110 Enterprise St., Ottawa, Kansas. |
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| Apply in person @ 208 S. Main in Ottawa. |
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If you have any questions regarding Chamber events or have news or events you'd like to promote, contact us at (785) 242-1000 or email us at events@ottawakansas.org.
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Have a great day! |
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Sherri Lund Office Manager
sherri@ottawakansas.org |
| Ryland Miller President/CEO ryland@ottawakansas.org |
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