Thank you to our Immediate Past Chair, LHC Kick-Off Reception, Welcome M.A.T. Scheduled & More!

August 23, 2024

We would like to extend our deepest gratitude and appreciation to Amanda Jenkins, State Farm Agency for her service to the Chamber as Chair from July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2024. Amanda demonstrated amazing dedication to her duty as Chair and provided the best leadership to the Chamber during several transitions. We were able to accomplish many great things during her time as Chair. Thank you Amanda!

We're also excited to welcome Mike Zinobile, Juniata Valley School District Superintendent as our new Chair. His term began July 1, 2024.

Huntingdon County PRIDE Wing Off Rescheduled

The Huntingdon County PRIDE Wing Off is being rescheduled. They recently had to make the difficult decision to cancel this year's event but are happy to announce they are moving the Wing Off back to its original spot in March. Please save the date for Sunday, March 2, 2025 at the Smithfield Firehall for this fantastic event.

Restaurant Liquor License Up For Bid

Kylie Hawn, Assistant Editor - The Daily News

August 20, 2024

For the first time since 2019, a restaurant liquor license from Huntingdon County is available for bid in the upcoming Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board (PLCB) online auction.

The PLCB issued this invitation for bids with the hopes of selling 20 expired restaurant liquor licenses in 20 counties, including Huntingdon County.

This is the 13th auction since Act 39 became effective in August 2016. The bids are due by noon Tuesday, Oct. 1.

Shawn Kelly, a PLCB spokesperson, said the expired license in Huntingdon County is from Springfield Township; however, he couldn't provide any more details.

"The license is unencumbered, which means it is clear of any citations that were attached to it previously," he said. "It's a fresh, clean license, so the highest bidder will be able to acquire it if they go through the transfer process."

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State College Regional Airport Announces More Flights to Philadelphia, Chicago and Washington Dulles

Sydney Roach - WPSU

August 20, 2024

The State College Regional Airport is adding more flights and bigger planes to its fall schedule. Airport representatives say increased service will help meet high traffic demand to and from Penn State.

American Airlines added a fourth flight to Philadelphia on Aug. 6, and will add a fifth one in October.

Starting this week, United Airlines is offering three daily flights to Washington Dulles International.

Next month, United will add a fourth flight a day going to Chicago.

"Around Sept. 21st, the Chicago flights will move from a 50 seat aircraft to a 76 seat aircraft, an Embraer 175, which also provides first class service," said James Meyer, the executive director of the Centre County Airport Authority. He spoke at Tuesday's Centre County Commissioners meeting.

Jason McMurtrie, the authority's terminal manager, said these added flights and bigger planes coincide with Penn State's move-in week. He said there are many international students, who often carry a lot of luggage.

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As you probably know by now, we very often partner with our surrounding Chambers and Chambers across the state and nation. These relationships are crucial to our Chamber and how we serve our community. On Wednesday, we had the opportunity to celebrate the retirement of Blair County Chamber of Commerce's President/CEO, Joe Hurd. Joe served the Blair County Chamber of Commerce for 27 years and accomplished many great things that we were then able to bring to Huntingdon County as well. Joe is going to be missed and we want to wish him the very best in his next chapter. Happy Retirement Joe!

Deadline to Register is Today!

Deadline to Register is Tuesday!

Deadline to Submit a Nomination is Tuesday!

The Chamber is accepting nominations for the Awards that will be presented at the October 3 Annual Awards Gala. Seven awards will be presented to outstanding businesses, organizations and members of our community.

David K. Goodman Jr. Community Service Award - This award recognizes an individual organization who has demonstrated exemplary dedication of time or resources for the betterment of the community. This award is sponsored by Huntingdon Elks Lodge #976.

Customer Service Award - The purpose of this award is to recognize a business for their excellence in providing quality customer service. This award is sponsored by the Bonney Forge Corp.

Business of the Year Award - The purpose of this award is to recognize a business which has contributed to the economic growth of the community and has helped to develop Huntingdon County. This award is sponsored by Valley Rural Electric Cooperative, Inc.

Educator of the Year Award - The purpose of this award is to recognize an active educator in the county who has demonstrated "above and beyond" commitment and service in the field of education. This award is sponsored by Juniata College.

Entrepreneurial Success Award - The purpose of this award is to recognize a community member who has been in business for a minimum of three years, who individually owns and operates a business initially launched as a small business who has shown innovation and aided in the advancement of the community. This award is sponsored by Cassville Country Store and Restaurant.

Volunteer of the Year Award - This award recognizes a Chamber member for "above and beyond" service to the Chamber. This individual must be a Chamber member of work for a Chamber business and demonstrate support of the mission and goals of the Chamber. This award is sponsored by Arize Federal Credit Union.

ATHENA Award - This award is presented to a woman or man who is recognized for professional excellence, community service, and for actively assisting women in their attainment of professional excellence and leadership skills. Please help us recognize a deserving individual for this prestigious world-wide award. Sponsors for this award are Amanada Jenkins, State Farm Agency, Community State Bank, First National Bank, Hickes Associates, Inc., Lincoln Caverns, Inc. & Whisper Rocks, MiCamp Solutions, LLC, MJEM's Photos, Stern Insurance Agency, TEAM Chevrolet GMC and World Marketing of America, Inc.

Click here for the ATHENA Award Nomination Form.

Click here for the form to nominate in other categories.

Click here for a list of past Award Recipients.

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The cost is $25.00; $10.00 for 501(3) organizations. Yearly rates are available.

Annual Membership Luncheon

Thursday, August 15, 2024

Westminster Woods

2nd Floor Dining Room of the Commons Building

Social Media Seminar

Wednesday, August 28, 2024

9:00 - 11:00 a.m.

Statton Learning Commons -

Juniata College

Huntingdon County Night at the Altoona Curve

(To benefit Huntingdon County Humane Society)

Saturday, August 31, 2024

6:00 p.m.

Altoona Curve

Welcome M.A.T. (Meet And Train)

Thursday, September 12, 2024

4:00 - 5:00 pm.

PA CareerLink - Huntingdon County

Business After Hours

Thursday, September 12, 2024

5:00 - 7:00 p.m.

PA CareerLink - Huntingdon County

Sporting Clay Tournament

Wednesday, September 18, 2024

1:00 p.m. check-in

2:00 p.m. shoot

Shenecoy Sportsman Club

Annual Awards Gala

Thursday, October 3, 2024

Trophy Mountain Lodge

PA Secretary of Transportation/Huntingdon County PennDot Luncheon

Thursday, October 24, 2024

Huntingdon Country Club

Budget & Legislation Coffee Connection

Wednesday, November 20, 2024

Huntingdon Country Club

Small Business Saturday

Saturday, November 30, 2024

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UC Fraud and UC-1099G Tax Forms

https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/tax-treatment-of-unemployment-compensation

Victim of unemployment fraud?

Criminals using stolen identities filed claims for unemployment compensation in other people's names. Because unemployment compensation is taxable, state unemployment agencies submit Forms 1099-G to individuals in whose names and Social Security numbers the unemployment compensation was paid and to the IRS. Victims of fraud who receive Forms 1099-G with inaccurate amounts of unemployment compensation in Box 1 should notify the state agencies of the inaccuracies and request corrected Forms 1099-G. The Department of Labor details www.dol.gov/agencies/eta/UIIDtheft.

Taxpayers should only report income they actually received on their tax returns. Do not report income you did not receive. The IRS offers tax guidance to victims at https://www.irs.gov/identity-theft-fraud-scams/identity-theft-and-unemployment-benefits.

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Did you know........

Small businesses represent the largest segment by number of most local chamber membership rolls. Results in the research study by The Shapiro Group, Inc. and Market Street indicate the impact of local chamber membership on small businesses is very powerful. If a consumer knows a small business is a member of its local chamber, the business enjoys a 44 percent increase in its consumer favorability rating, a 51 percent increase in consumer awareness, a 57 percent increase in its local reputation and a 63 percent increase in the likelihood that consumers will patronize the business in the future.

Research indicates that chamber membership stimulates business-to-business commerce in the local community. Other businesses in town are more likely to do business with you and your company if you are a member of the local chamber. Because a major part of a small business typically comes from business-to-business services, it is essential to maintain a positive standing within the local business community.

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