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Greater Haralson Chamber celebrates a half-century of floral excellence and community commitment

The Greater Haralson Chamber is celebrating a major milestone for one of its valued members, Allen's Florist & Gifts, as they mark their 50th anniversary in business. Located in the heart of Downtown Tallapoosa on Head Avenue, Allen’s Florist & Gifts has been a cherished part of the community for half a century, providing exceptional floral arrangements and unique gifts to residents and visitors alike.

New 100-acre facility will support regional growth and provide critical infrastructure materials

The Greater Haralson Chamber joined Infra-Metals in celebrating the grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony for its newest facility, located at 916 Infra-Metals Way in Buchanan, Ga. Held on Oct. 29, the event marked a significant milestone for both the company and the local community.

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Chamber Celebrates Local Consulting Firm’s First Anniversary and Business Growth

The Greater Haralson Chamber proudly hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony on Tuesday, Sept. 9, to celebrate the one-year anniversary of The Halcyon Business Group. The event took place at the Chamber office, located at 70 Murphy Campus Blvd, Waco, Ga.

The Greater Haralson Chamber Welcomes The Mercantile Café

The Greater Haralson Chamber celebrated the grand opening of The Mercantile Café, located at 211 Hamilton Avenue, Bremen, Ga., with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday, Sept. 12. The event marked the official welcome of this exciting new addition to Downtown Bremen, bringing together the local community for a morning of celebration and support.

Greater Haralson Chamber Welcomes New Senior Living Community to Buchanan with a Special Ribbon Cutting Event

Elderville Assisted Living & Memory Care was officially welcomed to the Buchanan community with a ribbon cutting ceremony hosted in partnership with the Greater Haralson Chamber on Friday, August 29. The event marked the grand opening of this new facility, located at 4083 Business 27, Buchanan, Ga. 30113.

Frank Norment Homes officially marked a new chapter in their business with a ribbon cutting and open house event hosted in partnership with the Greater Haralson Chamber on Tuesday, July 29. The event celebrated the grand opening of their new office space in Downtown Bremen, located at 613 Tallapoosa Street.

The Greater Haralson Chamber of Commerce proudly joined Tallapoosa Christian Academy on Tuesday, July 29, to celebrate the Re-Grand Opening of the trusted childcare and preschool center with a ribbon cutting ceremony. The event highlighted the Academy’s exciting new chapter, following a full remodel of their facility and a renewed focus on serving local families.

The Greater Haralson Chamber of Commerce joined Bloom Hair Co. in celebrating the salon’s one-year anniversary with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, July 25th.

The Greater Haralson Chamber proudly launched the TydenBrooks Teacher Externship, an immersive, weeklong professional development experience designed to connect education with industry. This innovative externship, sponsored by the Greater Haralson Chamber, took place at TydenBrooks, a global leader in security seal manufacturing headquartered in Tallapoosa, GA.

The Greater Haralson Chamber proudly welcomes the Harold Shedd Foundation as a new member of the Chamber – and just last Friday, participated in the official unveiling of the Harold Shedd Music Gallery vision during a special event and free concert by grammy-nominated Caleb Lee Hutchinson on Friday, June 20 at The Hub, located at 119 Hamilton Ave, Bremen Ga.

The Greater Haralson Chamber hosted a special dual ribbon cutting celebration and men’s health festival on Thursday, June 19, at 2:00 p.m. at the new Bremen storefront of 3:16 Healthcare Infusion Therapy Center and Key Farms Meat & Mercantile located at 826 and 828 Pacific Ave. Bremen, GA.

The Greater Haralson Chamber welcomed Draketown Eats to the local business community with a special ribbon cutting ceremony on Wednesday, June 18, at 11:30 a.m. Chamber members, community leaders, and guests gathered at the new bar and grill, located at 8901 Georgia Hwy 120 in Temple, to commemorate this exciting new addition to Haralson County.

New Local Business Brings Style, Gifts and Gourmet Goods to Downtown Bremen

The Greater Haralson Chamber proudly welcomed LuLu’s, a stylish new apparel and gift market, to the Bremen business community with a ribbon cutting on Friday, June 13. The storefront, located at 301 Hamilton Avenue, Suite 1, served as the backdrop for the celebration, which brought together community members and supporters to mark the opening of this unique retail space.

The Greater Haralson Chamber was proud to celebrate a major milestone for one of Bremen’s long standing businesses. Joanie Lowe CPA is marking 20 years of dedicated service to the community with a special ribbon cutting ceremony held on May 22 at their office located in Downtown Bremen.

1.2 million square foot facility will serve as hub for shipping and distribution

Southwire is pleased to announce the construction of a new 1.2 million square foot distribution center located in Bremen, Ga. This new facility supports the company’s long-term modernization strategy and efforts to continuously improve our customers’ experience.

As we reflect on an eventful 2024, both as a Chamber and as a community, we are filled with gratitude for you all. Our goal as an organization is to advocate for business growth and workforce development in Haralson County, and we are always blown away by the contributions our members make to our community every day.

Event to feature holiday activities and fireworks in addition to grand opening dedication

Advanced Chiropractic recently donated $1,000 to Haralson CARES, a Greater Haralson Chamber committee dedicated to addressing pressing needs in the West Georgia community. This generous contribution was made with the sale of shirts featuring the slogan, "Making Spines Great Again," with all proceeds benefiting Haralson CARES.

The West Georgia Technical College Foundation (WGTC) has received a $25,000 grant from Honda in support of its Spark the Flame campaign. The campaign is a $1 million fundraising initiative designed to outfit WGTC’s new industrial building with welding equipment.

The Greater Haralson Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting ceremony for Deb's Delights Bakery (386 Rockmart Road) on Friday, July 12, at 11 a.m. Deb's Delights Bakery is a traditional bakery specializing in cakes, pies, cupcakes, cookies and other delicious fare. With a commitment to quality and a passion for baking, Deb's Delights Bakery aims to provide the West Georgia community with delicious and memorable culinary experiences.

Haralson County’s 2024 Rebel Fest will be held on July 20th from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Haralson County High School. The annual event offers a chance for Haralson families to gather together and celebrate back-to-school while gaining free access to necessary school supplies for the year.

The Greater Haralson Chamber is thrilled to announce the grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony for Use IT 365, a new mixed-use development by Scale IT Capital. The event was held at 3635 Business 27 on Thursday, June 27, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., with the official ribbon cutting at 5:30 p.m.

The Greater Haralson Chamber is proud to announce that Elizabeth Langley, Director of Marketing, has been honored with the Georgia Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (GACCE) Service Award for her remarkable 10 years of dedicated service to the Chamber of Commerce industry.

The Greater Haralson Chamber is proud to announce the graduation of students from Bremen High School and Haralson County High School who have successfully completed our Junior Chamber Leadership program. This remarkable group of young leaders has demonstrated outstanding commitment and enthusiasm throughout the program, engaging in a variety of enriching activities designed to prepare them for future success.

A groundbreaking ceremony was held Thursday afternoon, May 16th, to kick off construction of the new Murphy Industrial Building at West Georgia Technical College’s (WGTC) Murphy campus. The event was attended by college officials, elected officials, community leaders, and stakeholders who gathered to celebrate the beginning of this major project.

The Greater Haralson Chamber is proud to announce that it held a successful ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Monterrey Mexican Grill & Bar (941 Alabama Ave.), a restaurant serving authentic Mexican cuisine, in Bremen on May 15 at 11 a.m.

As the industrial landscape of the Southeast continues to flourish, Infra-Metals is poised to become a pivotal player with its latest venture, Infra-Metals Buchanan. Slated to open in the spring of 2025, this greenfield warehouse location is a testament to the company’s commitment to growth and service excellence.

The Greater Haralson Chamber is pleased to announce that the 2024 graduation ceremony for the Leadership Haralson Academy was held on Wednesday, May 1, at the Chamber’s Wayne Davis Community Room (70 Murphy Campus Blvd). This milestone event celebrates the accomplishments of participants who have completed the immersive leadership development program, equipping them to become effective leaders and active contributors to the Haralson County community.

The Greater Haralson Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce a successful ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Beard & Barrel Barbershop (513 Alabama Ave S), owned by Brett McCarty, in downtown Bremen on April 11 at 11:30 a.m.

The Greater Haralson Chamber is proud to celebrate 10 years as a combined Economic Development group and Chamber of Commerce. This functional partnership with the Development Authority of Haralson County has allowed the organization to become the largest business support organization in Haralson County and a “one stop shop” for business solutions. To mark the occasion, the Chamber is recognizing its top 10 accomplishments that have propelled economic prosperity and community advancement across the region.

The Greater Haralson Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce the recipients of its prestigious awards, recognizing outstanding contributions to the community, business excellence and innovation. These awards were presented at the Greater Haralson Chamber’s Annual Meeting, ‘Denim & Diamonds', held on Thursday, March 21, at Muse Farms in Bremen.

The Greater Haralson Chamber of Commerce is happy to announce that the inaugural Women Observing Women (WOW) Luncheon will take place on Tuesday, April 30 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The Gift House, a female-owned business in Downtown Bremen.

The Greater Haralson Chamber is proud to announce the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new office of Real South Realty (125 Buchanan Street), a premier real estate agency serving the Haralson County community and beyond, in downtown Bremen on Tuesday, March 12, at 11:30 a.m.

The Greater Haralson Chamber is pleased to announce the appointment of Renae Bell as its new Chairwoman of the Board of Directors. Renae brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of leadership to the Chamber, making her an excellent choice for this role.