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B. Halfin 02/25/21 Hoping everyone is getting thawed out! Many won’t get back up and going right away, so please continue to check-in with family, friends and neighbors at least have food and water. Many citizens extended and shared resources during the big freeze and...
The December 2020 Chamber Chat.
WALLIS CHAMBER CHAT – November 2020 B. Halfin 10/28/20 Halloween is different this year, but there’s a few ways to maintain the tradition and keep safe. The...
It’s hard to believe, Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas are upon us! COVID-19 has canceled favorite annual events, such as the Austin County Fair & Rodeo and the Guardian Angel Bazaar, but there’s some seasonal spirit still going on! Start your holiday...
WALLIS CHAMBER CHAT – September 2020 B. Halfin 09/09/20 Wallis American Legion has two Public Dances in September:...
Fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact our community organizations and businesses. It’s important to continue to stay informed and to be vigilante to curb it. Meanwhile, as the online ordering of goods has been a benefit, remember when you do venture out to support your local businesses whenever possible.
WALLIS CHAMBER CHAT – June 2020 B. Halfin 06/14/20 The impact of COVID-19 and the economic fallout for our usual business and individual supporters has brought the Wallis Chamber Board to CANCEL our annual banquet and fundraiser, BIG BARN BASH, which was scheduled for...
WALLIS CHAMBER CHAT – May 2020 B. Halfin 05/05/20 These are crazy times and thankfully our community knows how to stay safe and sane! Judge Lapham recently announced Austin County is in Phase 2, which hopefully helps many of our area small businesses. While we...
WALLIS CHAMBER CHAT – April 2020 B. Halfin 03/22/20 This C-Virus has all of us coming up with novel ways to stay connected and safe. My ‘Day Job’ has me sanctioned to work from Home and I’m...
February, the month of Ground Hogs and Valentines! It’s also the month to think about crepe myrtle pruning, a chore that seems harder to get done, as each year passes. For a more relaxed activity…