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October 30, 2019 Local Announcements Last reminder - Applications for the Gardiner Resort Area District tax funds are due tomorrow, 10/31. You MUST have at least one representative available at our November meeting to answer any questions we might have. Funds will be assigned in December. Thank you to everyone who has applied. We will see you 11/12 at 7pm upstairs at the Chamber of Commerce.

Public Meeting Notice: The Gardiner Resort Area District will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, November 12th at 7:00 PM upstairs at the Chamber of Commerce. The public is welcome to attend. For further information go to www.gardinerresorttax.com.

The Arts Council presents it’s first visual art event on Thursday, November 14 at 7:00pm at the Gardiner School Multipurpose Room. The artist Robert Stephenson, known on stage as Rohaun, will paint a large scale piece of art in conjunction with a musical performance by Maiah Wynne. Rohaun’s work explores the depths of the human experience to tell stories that often go unheard. Twenty-two year old multi-instrumentalist, indie-folk singer-songwriter Maiah Wynne has the kind of hauntingly beautiful voice that can cause a room full of people to fall still, silently taking in every word and note.

Breast Cancer Awareness Raffle at the Town Station Conoco will be ending tomorrow! Last chance tickets! Drawing held on 11/1/19. Thank you to all who donated and good luck! Wade, Paula & the crew.

Town Station Conoco remodel project has progressed to the point where we will be unable to sell gas for a few weeks. The store will still be open 5:30am - 10:00pm. Local Announcements continued on page 2....

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The Gardiner Chamber of Commerce serves our community through developing local tourism while endorsing the stewardship of the Yellowstone Ecosystem. Local Announcements ...continued from page 1 The Gardiner School Board is working with a class of undergraduate students in the Department of Architecture at MSU to design possible housing plans for the piece of property adjacent to the school (east of the school playground bordering Fourth Street.) Community members are invited to attend a public review of the students’ first draft housing plans. The review will take place on Saturday, November 2 in the Gardiner School Multipurpose Room at 10:00am. Please call Pat Baltzley with any questions at 410.979.1594. Notice: Starting Wednesday, November 13th through Wednesday, March 11th Gardiner School Board meetings will be held at 6pm in the High School Library.

Halloween Trunk or Treat: Kids, don't forget to stop by the Gardiner Baptist Church parking lot on Halloween night from 6-8 pm for some tasty treats.

Free family movie nights featuring many of your kid's favorite animated movies Sunday nights at 6 pm @ Gardiner Baptist Church. This week's feature: Gnomio and Juliet. Bring the whole family!

Hey Gardiner friends! We have received so many fantastic submissions for this year's Christmas Stroll Poster Contest we could use some help selecting a winner. Stop by the Gardiner Chamber of Commerce Visitor Center between 9 - 5 pm Mon - Fri through November 1st and vote for your favorite submission. Warm up by the fire and snack on some cookies while you cast your vote. Let's get in the holiday spirit and support our local artists!

Wonderland Winter Hours: Open 7 days a week, 7am - 8:30pm. Special Dates/Hours: *October 31st closing at 2:30pm (no dinner). Happy Halloween!! *November 10th-23rd open 7am-11am for coffee and baked goods only. (Kitchen will be closed for cleaning & maintenance. Plan to reopen to regular hours on Sunday, November 24th).

Classical Ballet Lessons Akiko Ballet School is now open in Gardiner four days a week! Classes are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday starting at 4:20pm at Gardiner School. Boys, girls, adults all ages 5+ are welcome. See the 'About' menu on our Facebook page for schedules and pricing and email [email protected] with any questions.

The North Yellowstone Education Foundation warmly invites you to Sage Lodge on November 8th for the annual Autumn Gala which offers coveted auction items, first-class cuisine, and more to support our school and community. Tickets and information available at gardinernyef.org/events.

For Sale – 4 nearly new Mastercraft courser STR P245/65R17 tires. If interested call 406-223-8516 after 6pm. “Fixer Upper” Spay & Neuter Clinic and vaccinations for cats and dogs Thursday, November 7th at the at the Park County Fairgrounds (Livingston, MT). Appointments are required. Please call (406) 222-2134 for an appointment or more information. Clinic is provided by the Spay Neuter Project of Park County, a non-profit organization. Would you like to support this effort? Donations can be made to Spay Neuter Project P.O. Box 1835 Livingston, MT 59047.

Gardiner Montana - Upcoming Events BCC Event: Living With Wolves November 4 Library Craft Bazaar & Book Sale November 5 EPAC Show: Mariah Wynne & Rohaun November 14 Gardiner Christmas Stroll December 5 EPAC Show: Storyhill December 5 NYEF Festival of Trees December 7 Book Release: Voices of Yellowstone's Capstone December 13 4H Senior Citizen Dinner December 15 MCC event: Chili Cook-off and Cookie Bake-offJanuary 24

For details and more information, visit: VisitGardinerMT.com/events-blog/events 2 3 Park seeks comments on a proposal to replace the Bridge

MAMMOTH HOT SPRINGS, WY - The seeks public comment on a proposal to replace the Yellowstone River Bridge in Yellowstone National Park. The bridge is located on the Northeast Entrance Road near Tower Junction.

This project will maintain safe visitor access from the park’s Northeast Entrance since the bridge is part of the only road corridor in the park that is open year-round and plowed in the winter. Built in the early 1960s, the concrete deck, sidewalks, and parapets have deteriorated.

The Environmental Assessment (EA) for the proposed project would evaluate three alternatives. • In Alternative A (no action), the bridge would remain in its existing condition. • Alternative B would replace the bridge with a larger 1,200-foot-long bridge about 500 feet south of its existing location. One mile of new road would be constructed to line up with the new bridge location. Following construction, the existing bridge and approximately 1.5 miles of existing road would be removed and the area restored. • Alternative C would include the construction of a new bridge directly adjacent to and slightly north of the existing bridge. Following construction, the existing one would be removed. The new bridge would be approximately 600 feet long and the road that approaches the bridge would be moved north. • Alternative B and C would reconstruct the 24-foot-wide bridge to a 30-foot-paved width, reconfigure, and expand the Yellowstone River Picnic Area, and improve turnouts for vehicles along the road. The EA is scheduled to be completed by spring 2020. Once complete, the EA will be placed on the NPS Planning, Environment and Public Comment website for public review and comment. A decision on the project would occur likely by summer 2020.

Comments must be received by November 16, 2019. Comments may be submitted online at: https:// parkplanning.nps.gov/yrb, by hand-delivery, or by mail. Comments will not be accepted by fax, email, or by any other means.

Hand-deliver comments during business hours to: Albright Visitor Center, Attention: Yellowstone River Bridge EA, , Yellowstone National Park, 82190.

Mail comments to: Compliance Office, Attention: Yellowstone River Bridge EA, P.O. Box 168, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming 82190.

Public Comment Considerations • Bulk comments in any format submitted on behalf of others will not be accepted. • Before including your address, phone number, email, or other personal information, be aware that your entire comment – including your personally identifiable information – may be made public at any time. You may ask us to withhold your personally identifiable information from public review, but we cannot guarantee that we will be able to do so. • The proposed project is an undertaking as outlined under Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) (36 CFR § 800). We welcome comments about historic properties or other cultural resources that fall within the project area. The NPS will prepare an EA that complies with the National Environmental Policy Act, Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, and other applicable laws and regulations.

For more information about this proposal, visit https://parkplanning.nps.gov/yrb.

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5 Road construction projects in 2020 More than $75 million will be invested to improve safety, access, and experience on park roads

MAMMOTH HOT SPRINGS, WY - There will be three major road construction projects in Yellowstone National Park in 2020. One project will have a complete closure between Tower Fall and Chittenden Road, while two projects will cause delays (North Entrance and Fishing Bridge to Indian Pond).

“Our staff does an amazing job planning and implementing these road projects to maximize improvements while minimizing the impacts to visitors and gateway communities,” said Superintendent Cam Sholly. “These construction projects are critical to improving safety, access, and visitor experience along Yellowstone’s roads.”

Addressing the deferred maintenance backlog is part of the National Park Service’s core mission to preserve national parks and provide a world-class visitor experience. In 2018, Yellowstone reported a conservative backlog estimate of $586 million, more than half of which is related to park roads. With the completion of these three road construction projects, the park will reduce its deferred maintenance backlog by at least $50 million.

1. Tower Fall to Chittenden Road • Improvements: This 6-mile segment of road remains largely unchanged since the last improvements in the 1930s. This construction project will widen the road and provide additional/improved pullouts; create a larger, safer parking area at Tower Fall General Store; and improve the trail and overlook for Tower Fall. To fund this project, the park received a grant through the Nationally Significant Federal Lands Program and will match it with fee dollars collected in the park. • Access: The road between Tower Fall and Chittenden Road will be completely closed until April 2022. Specific areas on each side of this closure will be open for select time periods. Check the Road Construction webpage for details about access to Mount Washburn, Tower Fall, the Tower General Store, and Tower Fall Campground. 2. North Entrance • Improvements: The North Entrance is not equipped to meet the challenges of increasing visitation and traffic. This construction will add an additional lane and kiosk to improve traffic flow and reduce lines; replace the existing two buildings with one larger building/station and two kiosks; improve the flow of employee and delivery traffic from Robert Reamer Avenue; improve pedestrian safety by realigning parking along Robert Reamer Avenue; and replace the water line along Robert Reamer Avenue. Funding for this project comes from the Federal Highways Administration, Yellowstone Forever, the National Park Foundation, and fees collected in the park. • Access: Beginning in early summer, expect delays around the North Entrance. The entrance station will be open. More details, including dates, will be available after a construction contractor is selected. This project will start in 2020 and take two years. 3. Fishing Bridge to Indian Pond • Improvements: Along this section of road, an earthen causeway has been in place since 1902 limiting Pelican Creek’s ability to flow naturally. Construction in 2020 will replace the Pelican Creek bridge and causeway with a viaduct to allow the wetland and creek to flow freely again. Crews will also put the finishing touches on work that started in 2018 to improve the deck, piers, and abutment of Fishing Bridge; add turn lanes to the facilities at Fishing Bridge; construct a larger, improved parking area to the east of the General Store; and widen the road and add/improve pullouts. Funding for this project comes from the Federal Highways Administration. • Access: From May 4 to October 30, 2020, expect delays along the East Entrance Road between Fishing Bridge and Indian Pond. Read updated newsletters about the project status. This project will be completed in 2020. The park completed a major road construction project in 2019. It was the second phase of the Norris to Golden Gate project which widened 4.5 miles of road, increased and improved pullouts, and improved the parking lot, trail, and kiosk at Obsidian Cliff. The third and final phase of Norris to Golden Gate is planned to begin sometime after the park finishes the Tower Fall to Chittenden Road section in 2022.

With winter weather conditions possible half the year, there is a small window from April through early November for repairing and maintaining park roads and bridges.

The park’s Road Construction webpage will be updated as new or more detailed information is available. 6 For Rent Nearly all entrances and roads close in Fully furnished winter Yellowstone Nov. 4, 2019 cabin rental on the Park and visitors prepare for winter Yellowstone River through to MAMMOTH HOT SPRINGS, WY - This weekend, November 2-3, April 30, 2020. Two master provides the last chance for visitors to drive to many iconic locations in Yellowstone. The West, South, and East Entrances and all roads, with suites, two full baths, satellite one exception, will close to vehicle travel at 8 a.m. Monday, November flat screen TV’s, washer/ 4, so the park can prepare them for the winter season and snowmobile dryer, fully equipped kitchen, and snowcoach travel, which will begin Sunday, December 15. covered patio. No pets, no The one exception is the road from the park’s North Entrance at smoking, limited number of Gardiner, Montana, through Mammoth Hot Springs to the park’s occupants, $1,150 per month, Northeast Entrance and the communities of Cooke City and Silver Gate, Montana. This road is open all year, weather-permitting. Travel plus utilities. (406) 570-4500. east of Cooke City is not possible from late fall to spring because a segment of US 212 () between Cooke City and Studio and 1 bedroom Pilot Creek is closed to vehicle travel. fully furnished cabins in If you plan to drive to and in the park during the fall and winter, please Gardiner for monthly rent have flexible travel plans and prepare for changing weather conditions. from November - April. Good Temporary travel restrictions or closures can occur at any time without notice. Visit Park Roads for the status of Yellowstone roads. Receive location. Quiet and cozy. No Yellowstone road alerts on your mobile phone, text "82190" to 888-777 pets, no smoking. Tel: 406- (an automatic text reply will confirm receipt and provide instructions). 595-7954. Extensive information for planning a winter visit in Yellowstone, including information about lodging, camping, services, and activities, is available on the park’s web site at www.nps.gov/yell.

All communities near Yellowstone are open year-round, with local businesses offering a wide range of fall and winter recreation opportunities. For information about communities in Montana (Gardiner, West Yellowstone, Cooke City, and Silver Gate), visit www. visitmt.com. For information about Wyoming communities (Cody and Jackson), visit www.wyomingtourism.org. And if your travel plans to the park take you through Idaho, visit www.visitidaho.org.

7 FWP investigating human-caused grizzly bear mortalities; bears still active during hunting season

Bozeman, MT — Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is investigating a grizzly bear mortality after a hunter reportedly shot the bear in self-defense.

The incident happened Saturday afternoon in Eureka Basin in the south Gravelly Mountains. The hunter, who was uninjured, reported the incident to FWP that day. Further details are unavailable as the investigation is ongoing.

FWP and the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service are also investigating two other human-caused grizzly bear mortalities that happened last week in the West Yellowstone area. The interagency investigation is still ongoing, and details of those incidents will be released as they become available.

Bear activity during fall hunting season

FWP reminds all recreationists that bears are still active, and precautions should still be taken when hunting and recreating in bear country.

Many black and grizzly bears will remain active during Montana’s general deer and elk hunting season, which began Oct. 26 and lasts through Dec. 1. Hunters and other recreationists should continue practicing situational awareness and be prepared for a bear encounter.

Grizzly bear distributions have expanded to and become denser in areas in western and central Montana where they haven’t been in recent decades. Bears can remain active—even at low elevations—through December, and some grizzlies will even roam around for brief periods anytime during the winter.

The fall hunting season also coincides with when bears are actively seeking protein- and calorie-rich foods in final preparation for hibernation. Certain hunter behaviors can increase the likelihood of encountering bears, such as elk bugling, wearing cover scents, processing animal carcasses and moving quietly in the field.

Most bear attacks on humans happen in surprise close encounters and usually in timber or brush. As bears get closer to denning, they become lethargic and sleep more each day before they finally go to their dens. Sleeping bears can easily be approached at potentially dangerous distances. So be alert to your surroundings.

Hunting safely in bear country

In addition, black bear hunters need to be sure of the species they are hunting. Black bear hunters in Montana are required to pass a bear identification test, which is intended to prevent grizzly bear mortality as a result of mistaken identity.

Proactive preparation can help hunters avoid negative encounters with grizzly and black bears. Avoid hunting alone whenever possible. Hunting with a partner has helped in both ending bear attacks and getting medical attention. If you must hunt by yourself, give someone details of your hunt plan and check in periodically with them.

Carry bear spray and be prepared to use it at a moment’s notice. Bear spray has proven to be a valuable deterrent tool in surprise close encounters.

Pay attention to fresh bear sign. Look for bear tracks, scat and concentrations of natural foods. Use caution when hunting in areas that have evidence of bear activity or areas with scavenging birds. Animal carcasses can attract bears, so avoid them. Follow U.S. Forest Service food storage regulations.

If you harvest an animal during your hunt, get it home as quickly as possible. Some grizzly bears may move in the direction of gunshots because they have learned to associate hunting activities with a gut pile or animal carcass.

If you need to make multiple trips to pack out your animal, leave the carcass in a place away from the gut pile where you can observe it from a distance of at least 200 yards, if possible, and cover it with a tarp. As you return, look for bear activity at the site. Then make noise while slowly approaching the carcass. If a bear is at the site, do not attempt to scare it away if it doesn’t leave when it becomes aware of you. Leave the area and contact FWP.

If you are attacked by a bear, use your bear spray. Don’t run. Lie face-down, covering your neck and head with your hands and arms until the bear is gone. You shouldn’t play dead if you encounter an intent, calm or curious bear.

For more information on avoiding negative encounters with bears, visit fwp.mt.gov or igbconline.org.

8 General deer, elk hunt begins with winter storm, mixed hunter success

Bozeman, MT — Montana’s general hunting season for deer and elk began Saturday, with lower-than-average hunter participation and success in most areas of southwest Montana due to challenging weather and travel conditions.

Wildlife biologists with Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks operated seven check stations in Region 3 over the weekend, checking 2,657 hunters. Biologists use check stations to collect data on hunter participation and success, as well as the species, sex and age class of the animals harvested. This supplements data collected through hunter harvest phone surveys.

All stations saw slightly fewer hunters than the running five-year average for opening weekend, except for Cameron, which checked close to 600 hunters — about 40 hunters above average — between Saturday and Sunday. Overall, hunter success was below average, ranging from 5.3 percent at the Mill Creek check station to 9 percent at the Townsend check station.

These figures do not account for different hunting season regulations over the years, which have varied from liberal to restrictive for elk and mule deer, depending on population status.

In total, biologists checked 15 white-tailed deer, 35 mule deer and 130 elk in the region. Elk harvest was below average at each station, except for Mill Creek. Mule deer harvest was below average at each station except for stations at Townsend and Canyon Ferry. White-tailed deer harvest was above average at the Cameron check station, average at the Canyon Ferry check station and below average elsewhere.

“Typically, hunter harvest success is improved by additional snow and winter-like conditions during the hunting season,” said Howard Burt, FWP’s Region 3 wildlife manager in Bozeman. “This could bode well for hunter opportunity and success if these conditions continue.”

Fall Health

FExploreesti yourv pathal to wellness. Saturday, November 2 | 7-11 AM AT LIVINGSTON HEALTHCARE Blood Profile Screens Exhibitors & Activities Checks for diabetes, measures thyroid, kidney and liver The festival will feature dozens of informational booths, function, and tests cholesterol ($50). Consume nothing health screens, demonstrations and more—all relating but water after 8 PM the night before. Optional tests: to the sectors of Livingston HealthCare’s wellness Vitamin D ($25), Prostate Specific Antigen ($15), and compass. Hemoglobin A1C ($20). *Payable by cash or check only. Free Breakfast Flu Vaccines Savor a hot and healthy breakfast from 7 to 11 AM. Flu Shot ($35) *Payable by cash or check only, except Free for everyone! Traditional Medicare Plan holders.

9 Help Wanted The Yellowstone Mine and Rusty Rail is seeking to fill a full time year round Food and Beverage Supervisor position. This position will be required to work from 3pm to 10pm 5 days a week. Competitive wages, benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, 401k, and shared housing available. Apply online at https://careers.delawarenorth.com/job/DELAA003Y535907/Food-and-Beverage- Supervisor-Best-Western-by-Mammoth-Hot-Springs.

The Best Western by Mammoth Hot Springs is seeking to fill a full time year round Front Desk Supervisor. This position offers 32-40 hours per week with 2 consecutive days off. Competitive wages, benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, 401k, and shared housing available.Apply online at https://careers.delawarenorth.com/job/DELAA003Y534937/Front-Desk-Supervisor-Best-Western-by- Mammoth-Hot-Spring.

Full Time/Part Time position available starting immediately. Stop by Yellowstone Gifts & Sweets or go to www.Gardinergifts.com & select Join My Team.

10 Church Services Gardiner Baptist Church St. Williams Catholic Church: Mt. Republic Chapel of Peace Sundays: Bible Study 10am Sundays: Adult Education: 9:30am (Cooke City) Worship 11am, lunch to follow Mass time: 11:00am Sundays: Worship 8am & 10am Mondays: Good News Club at school 4:15-5:15 St. John’s Episcopal Church Gardiner Community Church Wednesdays: Bible Study 6:30pm (Emigrant): Summer Schedule Sundays: Worship 8am Sundays: 10:15am Worship Service The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Sundays: Sacrament Service 10am Community Services & Committees Cancer Social Gardiner Resort Area District If you are feeling sad, as if no one cares or that life isn’t worth 3rd Sundays, 3pm Monthly meeting is held every living any more, please call the 401 Main, 406-223-5357 second Tuesday at 7 p.m. at the Montana Suicide Gardiner Visitor Center. Prevention Lifeline at Electric Peak Arts 1-800-273-TALK (8255) Council Meeting: Gardiner School Board Meet- Someone does care, they will Sept-May, 3rd Wednesdays ing: 2nd Wednesdays @ 6pm in the listen to your story. @ 5:30pm at the Gardiner Visitor Gardiner School Library. Center, 216 Park St. Gateway Hose Company: AA Meeting: Wednesdays @ 7pm Gardiner Chamber of Board of Trustees at St. William’s Catholic Church. Commerce: Mon-Fri: 9am-5pm Oct 14, 2019 @ Contact 1-724-496-9894 Monthly Board meeting, 3rd 7 pm at the Fire Hall. Thursdays at noon. Located at 216 AA Meeting: Wednesdays @ 7pm Park Street. 848-7971. Greater Gardiner at Mount Republic Chapel of Peace. Community Council Cooke City. Contact: (406) 838- Gardiner Community Library Advisory Board Meeting: 2397 Tuesdays 10am-5pm, 6pm-8pm & 1st Tuesdays @ 6:30pm. Thursdays 6pm-8pm. 406.848.7835. www.gardinermt.org American Legion Meeting: Book Sale Tuesdays 10am-5pm. 2nd Tuesday @ 7pm at the Gardin- Livingston HealthCare er Community Center. Gardiner Food Pantry: Gardiner Rehab Outreach Tuesdays from 1pm-6pm. Clinic: M/W/F from 9am-4pm at Bear Creek Council 307.344.9006 Linda Gray. Gardiner Baptist Church. Meeting: Meets monthly at the Call 222-7231 or 222-3541. Track Ed Center, 9 Jardine Rd. Gardiner-Park County Water For more information: 406-223- District Board Meeting: 2nd Livingston Lodge #32 A.F. & 2152 https://northernplains.org/our- Tuesday @ 6pm at the District A.M. meets 1st Tuesday at 7pm at local-groups/bear-creek-council/ Office. the Livingston Masonic Temple.

Gardiner Community Newsletter Info The Gardiner Community Newsletter is published every Wednesday afternoon. Deadline for all newsletter ads is every Tuesday at noon. This includes payment and ad submission. There is no billing, ads must be paid for in advance. Ads submitted without full payment will not run. How to submit an ad: • Email ad to [email protected] • Send ad to: Gardiner Chamber of Commerce (attention newsletter ads), P.O. Box 81, Gardiner, MT 59030. • Come directly into the Chamber office at 216 Park Street, or use the afterhours drop box. • Ads can not be submitted over the phone, but you can pay over the phone with a credit card. 406-848-7971. Line Ad pricing: Display Ad sizes and pricing: • Regular Line Ad: $7 for the first 40 words, ten cents for each • $10/week – sixteenth page vertical – 1.8” x 3.2” additional word. • $10/week – sixteenth page horizontal – 3.7” x 1.55” • Chamber Member Line Ad: $6 for the first 40 words, ten • $15/week – eighth page – 3.7” x 3.2” cents for each additional word. • $30/week – quarter page vertical – 3.7” x 6.5” • Free Line Ad: First 40 words are free, ten cents for each • $30/week – quarter page horizontal – 7.5” x 3.2” additional word. Things that constitute a free line ad: Lost & • $50/week – half page vertical – 3.7” x 13.1” Found, Thank You’s, Condolences, Memorial Services, and • $50/week – half page horizontal – 7.5” x 6.5” free things that normally have a charge (ie: giving a way a • $70/week – three quarter page – 7.5” x 9.8” bike, or serving a meal for free). Non-profit status does not • $90/week – full page – 7.5” x 13.1” guarantee a free ad. • $1 fee for chamber staff to build/modify/resize an ad • Logos and bullet points available for an additional fee, please (this service is free for Chamber of Commerce members) inquire for details. The Gardiner Community Newsletter is sponsored by the Gardiner Chamber of Commerce. Its purpose is to inform local residents and visitors regarding items of local interest. Occasionally opinions are expressed herein that do not necessarily reflect the viewpoint of the Gardiner Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber reserves the right to omit or edit ads/copy for length,grammar, good taste and to prevent defamation.

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