Last Friday, July 31, will be all about “Back to School,” and everyone is invited to attend the bash, shopping and walking the block in uptown Syracuse from 5-7:30 p.m.

Thursday, July 16, the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce and North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce partnered to hold a ribbon cutting for Jerky Jerks, 503 S. Huntington St., Syracuse. The business opened in March before temporarily closing during the stay-at-home order issued in light of the COVID-19 pandemic; it has since resumed operations.

Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce announced its July Member of the Month, Man Cave Brewing Company, 10201 N. SR 13, Syracuse. A great place to be in Syracuse, people can stop in for dinner from 4-9 p.m. Monday through Saturday.

Local chamber of commerce organizations across Indiana were recognized for excellence by the Indiana Chamber Executives Association at the 2020 Annual Membership Meeting.

Saturday evening’s ribbon-cutting officially marked the beginning of a new downtown Syracuse venture. A Touch of Beauty joined the community with plans to offer a variety of services, including a traditional barbershop in the storefront and an adjacent private skincare room.

  By Keith Knepp InkFreeNews SYRACUSE — The June edition of Syracuse’s “Last Friday” event  enjoyed warm summer temperatures last evening as visitors to the event were treated to vendors, displays, free snacks and two free shows. The evening’s activities were organized  by the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce. Taking place from 6-7:30 p.m.. at the …read more.

There’s a new design at the welcome to Syracuse sign on SR 13 and it is much more than just pretty.

By Sarah Wright InkFreeNews SYRACUSE — Everyone is invited to stop by uptown Syracuse for the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce’s free June Last Friday event: Family Night Out. All the action will occur from 6-7:30 p.m. June 26 at the corner of Dolan and West Main streets, with parking available in the parking lot along …read more.

Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce’s June Member Of The Month is The Sleepy Owl Supper Club. Open seven days a week, 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 11 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, The Sleepy Owl is located at 11374 SR 13, Syracuse. This iconic restaurant has been locally owned by the Larson family for 11 years.

A community cruise-through event to honor the Wawasee High School Senior Class of 2020 took place Friday night, June 5. People decorated vehicles, honoring this year’s class, and lined the streets while cars honked in congratulations.

A community cruise through to honor the Wawasee High School senior class of 2020 has been scheduled from 6-6:30 p.m. Friday, June 5.

Anybody, including graduates, is encouraged to participate in the cruise through by decorating their vehicle. Attendees are asked to stay in their vehicles and practice social distancing.

Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce is launching Last Friday digitally in light of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. To join in the fun, visit the chamber’s Facebook page or Instagram or stop by the Syracuse Strong (Indiana) public Facebook group.

The Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce’s May Member of the Month is NAPA Auto Parts Auto Care Center, located at 817 S. Huntington St., Syracuse. NAPA employs four full-time employees. The store is in the process of an interior remodel. NAPA has been a good standing member of the chamber since 2015.

By Sarah Wright InkFreeNews SYRACUSE — If you frequent Syracuse’s downtown or uptown area, you’ve likely noticed some new additions installed Monday, April 27. These included a bench in front of Pickwick Theatre and a trash can at the corner of SR 13 and Main Street. Those are just the start of a placemaking effort launched …read more.

Press Release SYRACUSE — Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce board of directors, ambassadors and executive director unveiled new logos for the chamber and the new SWCC Foundation Tuesday, April 21. Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber’s new logo was crafted based on the membership services and support it provides for the community while keeping with the nautical theme, according to …read more.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce announces the official formation of the SWCC Foundation Inc. and the recent receipt of its nonprofit 501c3 status from the Internal Revenue Service March 31 in a letter received April 9. The SWCC Foundation Inc. will create, promote and develop the economic, civic, cultural and social welfare of the …read more.

  SYRACUSE — The Syracuse-Wawasee and North Webster-Tippecanoe chambers of commerce are partnering together and asking their communities to #UNITEWITHLIGHT. From 8-9 p.m. Saturday, April 11, all chamber and community members are asked to turn on any kind of light — whether it be an outside light, battery-operated candle, flashlight, Christmas lights or porch lights …read more.

By RENEA SALYER, Chamber Executive Director By now, you are aware of Gov. Eric Holcomb’s executive orders and what that means to you. If you need any clarification, by all means, reach out to the chamber. We are here to assist the community in any way within our capacity. With that said, the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of …read more.

By RENEA SALYER Chamber Executive Director Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce announced its February Member of the Month — Turkey Creek Fire Territory. Turkey Creek Fire Territory is comprised of two fire stations in Syracuse, one on Huntington Street and the other on McClintic Road. There are 16 paid staff of firemen and a firewoman who …read more.

SYRACUSE — Mike Noe, Syracuse town manager, said his first year as town manager and public utility manager has been one of growth. In a recent interview, Noe said it took a while for him to settle into the job as town manager. Having been the public utility manager for North Webster, that job was …read more.

  Syracuse — It took the Syracuse Town Council just 16 minutes to complete it’s business Tuesday night, Jan. 21, during its first meeting of the year. Mike Noe, town manager, requested the council approve Police Chief Jim Layne to be appointed to the Syracuse Redevelopment Commission to replace Dan VanLue who recently passed away. …read more.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce’s annual awards banquet — hosted Jan. 16 by Oakwood Resort’s event center — celebrated 2019’s achievements while also addressing Kosciusko County’s needs and building excitement for the year ahead, fitting with the event’s theme of “20/20 Vision.” Chamber President Dennis Pressler, Stoney Point LLC, noted 2019 as a year of …read more.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce will be holding a business after-hours at MedStat Urgent Care & Occupational Health, a part of the Lutheran Health Network. Join the chamber after work for networking and appetizers from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 14. Medstat is located at 107 W. Pickwick Drive, Ste. A, Syracuse. RSVP by …read more.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce’s annual fall lamppost decorating contest brought a festive air to the town of Syracuse, with 17 businesses participating this year. Judging occurred Wednesday, Oct. 16, and was completed with the help of Facebook and Instagram likes. Chamber Executive Director Renea Salyer stated she posted photos of each display on …read more.

SYRACUSE — On Sept. 30, Kosciusko County Tobacco Free Youth Coalition members conducted a Waste Tobacco Filters event in downtown Syracuse. They worked in partnership with the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce. According to a 2011 The Tax Burden on Tobacco report, Americans purchased more than 287 billion cigarettes. A vast number of those cigarette butts, …read more.

SYRACUSE — The North Webster-Tippecanoe Township and Syracuse-Wawasee chambers of commerce hosted a joint ribbon cutting and Business After Hours for Mohawk Pier & Lift Thursday, Sept. 19. The event showcased Mohawk Pier & Lift’s new location at 10147 N. SR 13 in the old Destiny Rescue building. Chamber representatives were able to tour the …read more.

SYRACUSE — The Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce celebrated the opening of the Cedarstone Children’s Bookstore, 710 N. Huntington St., Syracuse, Tuesday, Sept. 10.

SYRACUSE — The Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that Renea Salyer has been hired as its new executive director. Salyer will maintain the chamber memberships, recruit additional members, coordinate fundraising events, communicate the purpose and function of the chamber of commerce and other related responsibilities. Salyer brings with her extensive experience in nonprofit administration, management, …read more.

SYRACUSE – The Syracuse Wawasee Chamber of Commerce will take over Maxwelton Golf Club on Wednesday, June 26, for its annual Chamber golf outing.

SYRACUSE — After three successful years as executive director of the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce, Andrea Keller has submitted her resignation to the chamber board, stating her last day will be Friday, May 10. For personal reasons that include focusing on family and pursuing creative outlets in photography, Keller has expressed appreciation and gratitude for …read more.

SYRACUSE — Approximately 50 people came out Thursday night, April 25, for a debate between the three candidates vying for Syracuse Clerk-Treasurer. Republican incumbent Paula Kehr-Wicker is running against fellow Republican Virigina Cazier and Democrat Tim Yeager. The event was hosted by the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce. Gary Gerard, general manager/managing editor for the Warsaw …read more.

SYRACUSE — While the annual silent auction took place, the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce Banquet started off by recognizing chamber members who have stepped in to serve the chamber Tuesday evening, Feb. 26, at The Owl’s Nest. A plaque was also given to retiring members Chip Erwin, Sleepy Owl; and Kristy Rumfelt, Beyond Landscaping, for …read more.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Institute for Organization Management, the professional development program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, is pleased to announce that Andrea Keller, executive director of the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce, has recently completed her first year at Institute for Organization Management, a four-year nonprofit leadership training program at the winter site in …read more.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse Chamber of Commerce recently had the opportunity to celebrate the opening of the 702 Salon and Spa, located inside of Oakwood Resort at 702 E. Lake View Road in Syracuse, with a ribbon cutting. The 702 Salon and Spa will celebrate its official grand opening from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, June 3. …read more.

SYRACUSE — The Kenneth and Lela Harkless Foundation, Syracuse, has awarded $95,000 in grants to organizations in the Syracuse Community, according to James E. Caskey, foundation president. The grants were awarded to the following: Syracuse-Wawasee Historical Museum, $14,100 Rose Home North, $8,000 Syracuse Cemetery Association, $8,000 Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce, $8,000 Teen Parents Succeeding, $6,400 …read more.

SYRACUSE — The Owl’s Nest, located on CR 800N, northwest of North Webster, recently held a Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting. The Owl’s Nest Banquet Hall is now taking reservations for weddings and parties.  

SYRACUSE — The Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce will be once again cleaning up SR 13 from Ace Hardware to the railroad tracks.  Volunteers interested in helping cleanup our town are asked to contact the chamber by calling (574) 457-5637 to sign up.  Cleaning up will take place from 3 to 6 p.m. on Friday, April 21 and …read more.

SYRACUSE — The Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce 2017 Annual Awards Banquet took place at the Oakwood Resort Community Center Tuesday, Jan. 24. The banquet honored and recognized many outstanding individuals and businesses within the community, awarding those who went above and beyond their duties to assist the community with funding projects, creating jobs or providing …read more.

SYRACUSE — Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence winner, Oakwood Resort, announces its beach area will serve as the host site for the Boomerang Backpacks Polar Plunge fundraiser. The Polar Plunge will take place Saturday, Jan. 28, with registration opening at 3 p.m. and the plunge beginning at 3:30 p.m. This is one of many events …read more.

SYRACUSE — Savannah Shelby, Brianna Haessig and Judy Smith were named winners in the Syracuse Parks and Recreation Department and Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce Scenic Syracuse Photo Contest. The contest ended Oct. 5 and was organized with the Syracuse-Wawasee Historical Museum.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce and the Syracuse-Wawasee Trails cut the ribbon for their move to their new location at Pickwick Plaza next to the Waterlily Art Gallery, located at 108 N. Huntington St., Suite 4.

SYRACUSE — The Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce was proud to unveil their Bison, named Chief, Monday afternoon, Sept. 26 in the Pickwick Plaza kicking off the Bicentennial Week festivities. Chief is one of the many bison found all over the state of Indiana as part of the Indiana Association of United Ways first-of-its-kind statewide public …read more.

SYRACUSE — In partnership with the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce, the Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting at Lakeside Condominiums Storage, located at 813 Sycamore St., Syracuse. The condo units offer unique amenities, including steeper roof lines and wider exterior trim. Also available is a common area with restrooms, a kitchenette, and a …read more.

LEESBURG — A fondness for good wines has developed into a new winery business for a rural Kosciusko County couple. Lori and Daniel Richcreek have opened Tippy Creek Winery at 5920 N. 200E, Leesburg. Recently the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting ceremony at the business recognizing its newest member. Visit Tippy Creek …read more.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce has long been a place to go to find information about what is happening in Syracuse, including at local businesses. To further that mission, it is sprucing up its website, www.swchamber.com, to make it an easy-to-use hub to find everything happening in Syracuse.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting ceremony Saturday, May 7, at Dynamic Spine and Rehabilitation Center’s new location, 106 E. Pickwick Drive, Syracuse — next door to Creative Fish Art Gallery. Dynamic Spine also shares the space with Lauren Warner Acupuncture.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce board members spent their regular monthly meeting Thursday, April 14, touching base on several aspects of the chamber as new Executive Director Andrea Reed comes into her responsibilities. Special focus was given to the chamber website, getting QuickBooks in order and planning the annual golf outing. Teddy Pieper of …read more.

Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce announced the appointment of Andrea Reed as its new executive director. Reed will assume her responsibilities beginning the week of April 4, following a short transition period working with Tammy Cotton, who has stepped down to pursue other community-based projects.

SYRACUSE — Longtime Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Tammy Cotton resigned from her position Friday, March 11. Cotton stated, “I will always have a passion for the chamber and community, but I also have other passions and I’m choosing to focus on those.”

SYRACUSE — Many people representing area businesses, local chambers and the Syracuse community turned out for Poly-Wood’s ribbon cutting ceremony Monday, March 7, taking place in the company’s new facility, located at 813 W. Brooklyn St., Syracuse.

SYRACUSE — Chamber Assistant Director Kristi Martin shared the bicentennial committee’s progress during the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce’s regular board meeting Wednesday, March 2. “I think we’ve officially changed the route so it (the torch) will go through Syracuse,” Martin said, noting the torch would pass through Thursday, Sept. 29. Torchbearers have been narrowed down …read more.

SYRACUSE — The entire family will have plenty to do at Syracuse-Wawasee Winter Carnival Feb. 13, whether or not there is enough ice on Syracuse Lake for the annual Wawasee Kiwanis Snowmobile Drags. The carnival, which is presented by the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce, has bulked up since it got its start in the ’70s; in fact, this year is the “biggest ever” carnival.

SYRACUSE — While bison were largely gone from Indiana by the time it entered statehood in 1816, the state still plans to include the animal predominately featured on its seal in the bicentennial celebration. It is doing so with fiberglass bison statues, which communities will then paint.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce’s annual awards banquet returned to Oakwood Resort Tuesday, Jan. 26, where it honored many local businesses and individuals within the Wawasee area. And this year the chamber utilized a different approach for doing so: opening nominations to its members.

SYRACUSE — This event began back in the 1970’s on Syracuse Lake. The main event that takes place each year and that highlights the carnival are the Snowmobile Drag Races. Each year racers come from Michigan, Ohio and all over Indiana to this unique event. Chamber Director, Tammy Cotton, had a vision to bring the …read more.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce shared progress on the Winter Carnival at its board meeting Wednesday, Jan. 6, with Kristi Martin, chamber assistant director, stating several of the event’s activities had been solidified.

SYRACUSE — Enjoy a lunch from M the Market while learning helpful tips on how to make the most out of using social media during this Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce Lunch N’ Learn.

SYRACUSE — The Kenneth and Lela Harkless Foundation announces it has awarded $94,000 in grants to organizations in the Syracuse Community according to James E. Caskey, foundation president. The grants were awarded to: Syracuse-Wawasee Trail Committee, $13,500 Syracuse-Wawasee Historical Museum, $11,250 Syracuse Parks Department, $9,900 Syracuse Cemetery Association, $9,000 Teen Parents Succeeding, $9,000 Lakeland Learning …read more.

[weaver_youtube vtG54RyKnpE rel=0]   WARSAW — There was no special ceremony or speeches, but a group of individuals gathered around the flag pole at the southeast corner of the courthouse for the official raising of the state’s bicentennial flag. Other cities and towns across the state took part in similar actions at noon today, including …read more.

Due to an unseasonably warm fall, the Wawasee Kiwanis Club has opted to move its 2016 Snowmobile Drag Races from Jan. 30 to the alternate date Feb. 13.

SYRACUSE — With the new year just around the corner, the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce sought to get 2016 events, budgets, membership packets and more in order at its regular board meeting Wednesday, Dec. 2.

SYRACUSE — Hosted by Lakeland Youth Center, Syracuse Parks & Recreation and the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce, Holiday Magic is returning once again Saturday, Nov. 21. Featuring favorites like sleigh rides and visits with Santa and his reindeer, Holiday Magic offers fun for the whole family.

SYRACUSE — Back by popular demand is Syracuse’s holiday pop up shop, the Mistletoe Market. Shoppers wanting to snag some unique presents for the people on their list can stop by Nov. 21 and 28 in addition to Dec. 5, 12 and 19.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce members will be receiving nomination letters, if they haven’t already, in the mail in preparation for chamber’s annual awards banquet. Members will then have until Dec. 1 to submit their nominees for the different award categories.

SYRACUSE — The MutualBank team of Syracuse is inviting the public to attend the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce Business-After-Hours event, held at the Syracuse Community Center, 1013 N. Long Drive.

SYRACUSE — Judges came out Oct. 24 to judge the many creative lamppost displays produced by local businesses and organizations for the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce’s annual contest.

SYRACUSE — Indiana Small Business Development Center Director Alan Steele will be at the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce to present the center’s popular “Your Marketing Plan in Nine Steps” workshop.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse Parks and Recreation Department and Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce announces Scenic Syracuse Best of Show winners.

SYRACUSE — Sleigh bells may still be off in the distance for some, but the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce has already secured a sleigh in preparation for Holiday Magic, occurring Nov. 21. During its regular board meeting Wednesday, Oct. 7, late-fall and winter events were the main focus.

Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce and guests reviewed many plans at the Wednesday, Sept. 2, meeting in the chamber office in uptown Syracuse. President Chad Jonsson presided during the meeting full of information.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse Parks and Recreation Department and Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce are looking for photographs that showcase Syracuse. Both adult (18 and above) and youth (17 and under) amateur photographs are invited to submit photos that capture the beauty of Syracuse.

From a previously donated refrigerator that won’t fit through the door to wrapping up its open house, the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce board addressed several moving-related topics at its regular meeting Wednesday, Aug. 5.

Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting Wednesday, July 29, for its new location, which is shares with Syracuse-Wawasee Trails, at 108 E. Main St., Syracuse, in the former Leisure Pool building.

SYRACUSE — Join the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce for its grand opening and ribbon cutting at its new location, 108 Main St., Syracuse — the former Leisure Pool building. The open house will occur from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. July 29. Craft meats and cheeses will be available to sample from the chamber’s new …read more.

Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce is in the midst of moving into its new street-level office on East Main Street. Executive Director Tammy Cotton said they hope to be completely moved by July 14. An open house for the new location is then scheduled to occur from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday, July 29. With …read more.

For the past four years the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce has organized a Celebrate Syracuse Parade. The parade normally was held during the Fourth of July holiday weekend and traveled down SR 13. This year that parade will not be happening. Tammy Cotton, chamber executive director, said that two main reasons contributed toward not having …read more.

Oakwood Resort will soon be the site of three new memorial benches. Three granite benches will sit on the property to honor Ken Robinson, Cole Brembeck and Howard Brembeck. Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce is in charge of arranging the purchasing and placement of the benches. In order to pay for the granite benches and to …read more.

Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce won’t be moving far; in fact, it’ll just be moving to the main level of the former Leisure Pools building. During its regular meeting Wednesday, June 3, Assistant Director Kristi Martin stated the chamber’s new address will be 108 E. Main St., Syracuse. Martin added the move would not mean new …read more.

During its May 6 meeting, board members approved a new one-year lease, allowing the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce to remain in its current Main Street location. The building, which formerly housed Leisure Pools, was recently purchased by KSK Real Estate LLC. It was noted during the meeting KSK Real Estate would be renovating much of …read more.

The Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting at Mission Based Services, Syracuse, Saturday morning.

Events were the focus of the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce’s board meeting April 1. The 27th annual Syracuse Cruise-In will occur May 15. Chamber Executive Director Tammy Cotton stated food vendors will once again be set up in the upper parking along Main Street and both the chamber office and Grace Lutheran Church will have …read more.

A new, first time event is coming from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, March 13, at the former Leisure Pool location 110 E. Main St., uptown Syracuse. Sponsored by the Young Entrepreneurs Association of the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce, it will feature ideas, art and libations and is called The Brew Tank. Beer sampling …read more.

Progress on having Syracuse join Indiana’s Stellar Communities continues with Tammy Cotton, chamber executive director, stating at the March 4 Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce board meeting Town Manager Henry DeJulia is onboard. Cotton said the process of achieving the designation will be long, with Syracuse having 18 months before it can even apply. One element …read more.

Next year marks Indiana’s bicentennial, and the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce is getting involved in celebrating it, with board members hearing about local efforts at the monthly meeting Feb. 4. Kristi Martin, chamber executive assistant, stated she and Becky Brower with the Syracuse Public Library attended a meeting in regards to county-wide efforts to celebrate …read more.

  The year 2014 proved to be a record-breaking one for the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce outgoing President Richard Owen shared at the chamber’s annual awards banquet Tuesday evening. “The chamber’s membership record was broken,” Owen said. “We crossed 200 members.” Those 200-some members were the focus of the banquet as the chamber honored several …read more.

While the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce board did not have a quorum, they members did discuss the need for chamber goals in 2015 during its regular meeting Jan. 7. Chad Jonsson, who is set to take over as chamber president from Richard Owen, stated for 2015 he would like to have clear goals for the …read more.

Town Manager Henry DeJulia, Syracuse Town Council and town department heads are looking forward to 2015. “I want to continue building a community where people want to visit and live, where everybody wants to be,” DeJulia said. He pointed out the town has taken on quite a few projects most small towns don’t specifically address. …read more.

James E. Caskey, president of the Kenneth and Lela Harkless Foundation, announces the foundation has awarded $84,250 in grants to organizations in the Syracuse community. The grants were awarded to the following organizations: Junior Achievement Wawasee, $3,000; Lakeland Learning Center, $6,500; Rose Home North, $9,500; Syracuse Cemetery Association, $10,000; Syracuse Parks Department, $10,000; Syracuse Wawasee …read more.

Affordable Furniture & Moore has recently partnered up with the former “Shops at the Grand,” downtown Syracuse. With the vendors being moved from the Old Grand Hotel location, they have changed their name to Gypsy Junktion adding over 500 square feet of antiques, artwork, repurposed furniture, collectibles and more. The shops are now located inside …read more.

By TAMMY COTTON Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce Executive Director The Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce announces the addition of an assistant to the chamber director at our office! Kristi Martin, life-long Syracuse resident and passionate community member has been added to our team. With her community work and involvement in many local businesses, Martin has already …read more.

Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce board members approved upgrading the chamber’s ChamberMaster membership during their regular meeting Dec. 3. With this upgrade, the chamber will be tweaking its website to fully integrate ChamberMaster. These changes will take advantage of several benefits provided through the software, such as doing billing through ChamberMaster, being able to formulate different …read more.

Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce met Nov. 5 at Wawasee High School. At the school, board members ate lunch and were given a tour of the school, including its radio and TV studios. The high school radio station, WRWT Warrior Radio, is currently available online, but will be live on FM next month. The tour occurred …read more.

By SYRACUSE-WAWASEE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE STAFF The Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce sponsored a lamppost decorating contest. In this year’s contest, 13 businesses and organizations participated . Judging for the contest was on Monday and prizes were given to first place through third place. Awards were free or discounted chamber membership. First Place NAPA Auto Parts …read more.

It’s that time of year again at the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce with its membership drive kicking off immediately. And with it comes revisions to the membership levels, which open up new membership opportunities. During its monthly meeting Oct. 1, board members approved a new level of membership that will be tacked onto the new …read more.

To entice more area nonprofits to join the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce, a new nonprofit membership tier will be launched. Under this new tier nonprofits will be able to join the chamber for $85 a year or join at a higher level of membership for additional benefits. Board members approved the new tier at their …read more.

Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce is inviting anyone 16 or older to attend a free mental health first aid class, sponsored by Kosciusko Cares, that will be hosted sometime in September at the chamber’s office, 110 1/2 E. Main St., Syracuse. The mental health first aid class will be broken down to two four-hour class sessions …read more.