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Cham ber Staff
Dolsee DavenportExecutive [email protected]
Daw n MurrayOff ice & Events [email protected]
Fred BaumannInformation [email protected]
Karen HeuerInformation [email protected]
Pat HattervigInformation [email protected]
2019Board of Directors
Steve Olson - PresidentJohn Stahl - VPAmanda AllcockJim AshmoreAmy Bailey
Custer ConnectionsSocial Media Happy HourSocial Media Happy Hour
Social media networks can assist your company in maximizing the presence ofyour brand online. It allows the public to engage with your company far beyondthe traditional confines of an online experience. Maintaining the companypresence on the social network platforms can allow your fan base to express theirappreciation for the services and products you provide.
What's the hardest part of using social media for your business or organization? Ifyou're like most small business owners, coming up with content is at the top ofyour list. Creating consistent and valuable content is no small feat. The strength ofyour social media is determined by the strength of your content. Whether it'sfinding the time to create content, or just figuring out what to post on social mediaon a day-to-day basis - it's easy to let coming up with content ideas slow youdown.
Next week, the Chamber is providing TWO FREE Social Media Happy Hourclasses taught by members of the Chamber-Ann Morrow of Green Owl Media and
Toby Brusseau of Brusseau Productions. On Tuesday, January 29th from 5-7pm atLaughing Water Restaurant, Toby will be teaching a class on content-what makesgood content, how to create good content, how to engage and connect with youraudience, as well as tips and tricks and ideas for content. On Thursday, January
31st from 5-7pm at Laughing Water Restaurant, Ann will teach a class that includescreating a social media content calendar, having a social media strategy, what topost and when to post, why you should advertise, how to use hashtags, and more.
Diane DennisSteve EngelbrechtCorey VirtueBobbie Schmidt
Corbin Herman - City LiaisonMark Naugle - School LiaisonLeah Scott - BID Liaison
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Help Wanted
Branch Team AssociateEdward Jones, a financial services
industry leader is seeking an On-CallBranch Team Associate to support our
offices. This position providesadministrative assistance for our
branches on a temporary basis. Theideal candidate must enjoy customercontact; have excellent client service
and communication skills, be well-organized, and accurate with details. Join Edward Jones and see why we've
been ranked among FORTUNEmagazines list of the 100 Best
Companies to Work For in America for18 years.
Equal Opportunity EmployerTo be considered for this position sendyour resume to: Edward Jones PO Box528, Custer, SD 57730 or fax to 888-220-
6597.
Web/Social Media Manager
Black Hills Parks & Forests
Association, a local non profitorganization, is looking for aWeb/Social Media Manager. This isa full-time, year-round, salariedposition. If you are a creative personthat can wear several hats and wantsto support wonder & exploration, thisis an exciting opportunity! Duties include:Manage all website & social mediaactivities including online sales.Build existing and new relationshipswith wholesale customers.Oversee membership program.Assist with marketing plan andopportunities. Salary commensurate withexperience. Please contact Patty at [email protected] or440-0812.
Area Meetings
Custer County
Both classes are free and open to the public. Drinks and food will be available forpurchase from Laughing Water Restaurant. If you have any questions pleasecontact the Chamber for more information.
Weekly Inspiration
Custer County Republican Central
Committee Monday, January 14, 2019
Pine Room of the Custer CountyAnnex Building at 6 pm.
Custer Economic DevelopmentMonthly Meetings
2nd Wednesday at 7 am YMCA
Custer City Council Monthly Meetings
1st & 3rd Mondays at 6 pmCity Hall Council Chambers
Lions Club Monthly Meetings2nd Thurs. at noon
4th Thurs. at 5:30 pmPizza Works
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Chamber Happenings
Visit Our Website for complete sponsorship packet
Click for a printable sponsorship selection form
Click here for a printable registration
Join our 2019 Members only Facebook Group Click here to join
Beesley Law Office, P.C.Beesley Law Office, P.C.
Syncomm Management GroupSyncomm Management GroupBadlands BroadcastingBadlands Broadcasting
Custer County Republican Women's ClubCuster County Republican Women's ClubRoad Runner, IncRoad Runner, Inc
John & Diana CarsonJohn & Diana CarsonEncompass Employee Management, IncEncompass Employee Management, Inc
Black Hills Horse and Hound CampBlack Hills Horse and Hound CampBrusseau ProductionsBrusseau Productions
Membership Monday
SteveSteve and and SaraSara have added some new faces at have added some new faces at Custer State FarmCuster State Farm this year, and all this year, and allfour of them are ready to service all of your insurance needs. State Farm offers afour of them are ready to service all of your insurance needs. State Farm offers a
range of products in addition to Auto/Home/Life/Health Insurance including productsrange of products in addition to Auto/Home/Life/Health Insurance including products
from State Farm Bank. Custer State Farm pr ides itself on giving the best customerfrom State Farm Bank. Custer State Farm pr ides itself on giving the best customerservice in a fun, professional environment. service in a fun, professional environment. Be sure to come to State Farm thisBe sure to come to State Farm this
Thursday (January 24) night at 5 pm to meet these great ladies.Thursday (January 24) night at 5 pm to meet these great ladies.##MembershipMondayMembershipMonday## insuranceinsurance##custersdcustersd
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Each Monday we have been featuring a Custer Chamber member on Social Media and in Bytesin order to promote local businesses. We would like to feature your business in the near future. Please send a picture representing your business along with a statement of a few things that youwould like our readers to know about your business to Dawn at [email protected].
Check out our social media for each week's featured Chamber Member.
Chamber Board Meeting MinutesClick here for December minutes
Area Events
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Begin your night with a stroll through the beauty of a candlelit cave. We will serve localbeer and wine paired with perfect hors d'oeuvres and live music. Each couple will have
the opportunity to renew their vows under the stalactites at our famous WeddingChapel inside the cave. Included is a souvenir photo commemorating the night.
Next, step outside and experience the excitement of flying through the night sky hand-in-hand on our Soaring Eagle Zipline ride. Feel the elation of the first 7D interactiveride/theatre in North America. Finally, enjoy the thrill of South Dakota's first and only
mountain coaster. This will be a night you will never forget.
Tickets are limited and reservations are recommended. $100 per couple online and$110 per couple at event if tickets are still available.
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The Friends of Custer County Search & Rescue will be holding a RockyMountain Oyster Feed again this year on Saturday, February 23rd from
5:00pm until the food runs out. The Friends will be holding a silent and
live auction of items and services donated by local businesses andindividuals again this year. The funds raised this year will go toward thepurchase of a drone which the Custer County Search & Rescue (SAR)squad will use to aid in searches and for upgrades to other equipment,training, and upgrades to our new facility, the old Regional physical
therapy building. The Friends group, which was organized a few years agoto financially support the work of the Search & Rescue team, has used thissame event in the past to purchase much needed equipment for the squad.
The Laughing Water Restaurant at Crazy Horse Memorial will bedonating the food, facility, and the serving up the food. Chicken stripswill also be available at no addition cost for those who prefer not to
partake of the "oysters" and the cash bar is also available. Tickets can bepurchased for $15.00 from any Search & Rescue team member or by
calling 673-1571. Funds will be raised by ticket sales, cash donations atthe event, and a 50/50 raffle in addition to the live and silent auctions.
Bradeen Real Estate and Auctions will be donating their services inconducting the live auction. The Friends of Custer County Search &Rescue is a 501-c-3 non-profit organization, so all donations are taxdeductible. Donations can also be made by check to Friends of CusterCounty Search & Rescue, PO Box 6047, Custer, SD 57730. If anyonewishes to donate cash or item towards the silent or live auctions and
haven't been contacted by a Friends or SAR member, please contact anySAR member or contact us at 605-673-1571 or by email
SAR member or contact us at 605-673-1571 or by emailat [email protected] by going to the website and using the
donate now button athttp://www.custersdsar.com/friends-of-ccsar2.html.
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Custer Senior CenterClick here for January calendar
Announcements
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Press Release
Ride Across South Dakota (RASDak) announces its 7th year, 7 day, 7 overnightstops bicycle tour. RASDAK Round Up 2019-more than just a bike ride.
RASDak Round Up 2019, the seven day, seven city bicycle tour across South Dakota, will begin its tour inCuster, SD on June 2, 2019. Cyclists will overnight in Hot Springs, Red Cloud, Martin, Mission, Gregory,
and Wagner. The 469/504 mile tour will end June 8, on the historic Meridian Bridge in Yankton, SD.
RASDak 2019 will showcase the rich diversity of natural terrain making up South Dakota. Cyclists will begintheir journey in Custer, pedaling through pine forests, grass prairies with the option of exploring lakes, cavesand hot springs. As cyclists head east, the terrain will transition to open grasslands, buttes and sand hills.Cyclists will end their week in Yankton, after pedaling through the pristine Missouri National Recreational
River Valley.
2019 RASDak Round Up is more than just a bike ride for cyclists. Cyclists will experience first hand NativeAmerican history, art and culture as the route passes through the Pine Ridge, Rosebud and Yankton
Reservations. Cyclists will have the opportunity to visit historic South Dakota schools, churches, missions,museums, forts, and bridges.
RASDak is supported by volunteers, and sponsors. Proceeds from the ride are used to support bicycle
tourism along with communities and groups that help make RASDak possible. RASDak provides a $500scholarship to a high school senior making a difference in his or her community. In 2019 scholarships will be
awarded to eight seniors in Custer, Hot Springs, Red Cloud, Martin, Mission, Gregory, Wagner andYankton. Since 2017, RASDak has donated numerous Saris bicycle service stations to support bicyclingon various trails in SD. In 2019, RASDak will donate a Saris repair station to Custer State Park in honor ofits 100th birthday. RASDak, and its riders, financially support community groups that are providing snackstops, meals and shelter to the riders and support crew. Sponsors for RASDak include the South Dakota
Beef Industry Council, SDN Communications, Spoke-n-Sport, Harlans Bike & Tour, and South DakotaAARP.
RASDak riders are diverse. This year, RASDak is expecting over 200 riders will register for the tour. Ages of
the riders will range from13 to 80 and will represent 30 states and Canada.
Registration for RASDak is limited. Full-week and single-day riders are welcome. Registered riders receiveon-route support and camping accommodations. Regular food and rest stops are provided along the way.
Riders may obtain further information and register for the ride on the RASDak website at www.rasdak.com orvisit the RASDak facebook page.
Tour Coord inator Media Coord inator Tour Coord inator Media Coord inator
Kasey Abbott (605) 360-8039 Martha FaggKasey Abbott (605) 360-8039 Martha FaggSioux Fa l ls, S.D. Vermi l l ion , SDSioux Fa l ls, S.D. Vermi l l ion , SD
[email protected] [email protected]
FYI route map links.
Total Route 469/504 mileshttps://ridewithgps.com/routes/28782569?privacy_code=mWxL5bNg9776dRl5
Daily route legs.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/28603815?privacy_code=thDbMSQQNB8WcWMihttps://ridewithgps.com/routes/28595751?privacy_code=ejTwk13deZLRU3Kd
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/27976804?privacy_code=B2itDRfujiLniQb1https://ridewithgps.com/routes/28585615?privacy_code=LTdsqiARJqhwJDwq
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/27976739?privacy_code=PLHBwuYbX3n7OXQKhttps://ridewithgps.com/routes/28267124?privacy_code=ciN2vQtMPNxFj5bZhttps://ridewithgps.com/routes/28267033?privacy_code=EJfTLp3eTkEaEJX0
Click here for full press release
Mark Your Calendar
January 24Chamber Mixer
State Farmsponsored by State Farm Insurance
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
January 29Community Gathering
Pine Room11:00 am - 1:00 pm
January 29Social Media Happy Hour
Laughing Water RestaurantCrazy Horse Memorial
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
January 31Social Media Happy Hour
Laughing Water RestaurantCrazy Horse Memorial
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
February 27- March 2Restaurant Week
Participating Custer Restaurants
March 2Trade Show
Custer Elementary School9:00 am - 3:00 pm
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
To View the 2019 Custer Area Chamber of Commerce MixerSchedule Click Here
Click here to Check out the Custer School District Calendar forupcoming school events!
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