The Ord Area Chamber of Commerce and Valley County Economic Development Annual Awards Banquet is just around the corner. Earlier this month, members of the Ord Area Chamber had the opportunity to nominate deserving individuals, businesses, and organizations for a variety of awards. The final voting survey in which Chamber members will be selecting a final winner in each of the nine categories will close on Wednesday, February 13th. Winners will be announced at the annual awards banquet on February 23rd.
This year two new categories have be added to the esteemed set of awards including the Excellence in Agribusiness and Outstanding Public Service awards. The deserving individuals that selflessly serve our community, the innovative businesses, and dedicated organizations that have been nominated for the annual awards include the following:
Partner in Progress
Presented by the Ord Area Chamber of Commerce
This individual has made notable contributions to the community throughout the past year with their entrepreneurial efforts and leadership. They actively participate and have dedicated their time to help with Chamber projects.
Becky Ries
Bob Stowell
Caleb Pollard
Guy and Jennifer Lewis – Valley Fire
Jason Alexander
Jennifer Remmereid
Joe Wadas
Kiley White – Grocery Kart
Kristi Hagstrom
Sally Domeier
Rising Star Award
Presented by the Ord Area Chamber of Commerce
This award is to recognize a business that has been established within the past five years. This could also include a business that has experienced a transition of ownership or pursued a new venture within this time period. They contribute to the community and actively participate in the Chamber.
Elements Salon & Spa – Jennifer Ries
Jubilee Catering – Melanie Boden
Misko Sports – Clay Ramsey
The Normal Roasting Company
Ord Sports Chiropractic & Wellness – Luke Staab
Quiz Graphic Arts
Valley Fire Pottery – Guy and Jennifer Lewis
Extraordinary Organization
Presented by the Ord Area Chamber of Commerce
This organization (non-profit or not-for-profit) has demonstrated good stewardship of dollars and exhibits community impact and involvement for the betterment of Valley County.
Food Pantry
Friends of Fort Hartsuff
Hospital Auxiliary
Loup Valley Ag Society
Loup Valley LEAD
Make Christmas Happen (Extension Club)
Ord Rotary Club
Ord Township Library
Schmidt Performance Horses
Valley County Community Foundation Fund – Dahn Hagge
Valley County Health System
Interactive Media and/or Website Award
Presented by the Ord Area Chamber of Commerce
This award is to recognize a business that has taken on the challenges of creating an interactive website(s) or social media site(s) to improve their business.
Anderson Pharmacy – www.OrdPharmacy.com
Grocery Kart – www.OrdGroceryKart.com
KM Interiors – www.KMundtInteriors.com
KNLV – www.KNLVRadio.com
The Normal Roasting Company – www.NormalRoasting.com
Ord Public Schools – www.OrdPS.org
Quiz Graphic Arts – www.OrdQuiz.com
Scratchtown Brewing Company – www.ScratchtownBrewingCompany.com
Valley County Health System – www.ValleyCountyHealthSystem.org
Valley Fire Pottery – www.Facebook.com/ValleyFirePottery
Silver Citizen Award
Presented by the Ord Area Chamber of Commerce
This individual is at least 50 years old, has made notable contributions, and shown outstanding public service and dedication to Valley County over the past 25 years.
Bob Stowell
Curt Sikyta
Dale Melia
Dorothy Andreesen
Dr. Dale Karre
Eulalia Edwards
Frank Smedra
Joe Wadas
John Smedra
Phyllis Clement
Roger Lansman
Extraordinary Young Citizen
Presented by the Ord Area Chamber of Commerce
This individual is 18 years old or younger and has made notable contributions to their school and to Valley County.
Adrian Dobbs
Alex MacAlpine
Ashley Bruha
Clayton Lange and Devin Cronk
Cody Drudik
Demi Dorsey
Jordyn Knight
Katy Edghill
Molli Hagge
Community Development & Improvement Award
Presented by Valley County Economic Development
This award is to recognize a project that has helped to improve Valley County and/or benefit Valley Count residents.
Downtown Square in Ord
Friends of Fort Hartsuff
Ord High FBLA
Ord High School & City of Ord
Ord Township Library
Ord Volunteer Fire Department
Restoration of the Valley County Courthouse
Rolling Hills Subdivision / New Neighborhoods
Wozab Funds
Excellence in Agribusiness
Presented by Valley County Economic Development
This award is to recognize a business or individual for their service and dedication to agriculture as a producer or an agriculture related service business.
Ag Pro Insurance
Brandon Bruha
Cargill
Dave Ference
Green Plains Renewable Energy
Tommy Thompson
Trotters
Zangger Popcorn Hybrids
Outstanding Public Service
Presented by Valley County Economic Development
This award is to recognize a notable individual or organization (e.g., teacher, EMT, police, etc.) that provides valuable public services to the people of Valley County.
Amanda Whited
Ben Lansman
Bob Sevenker
Derry Trampe
Friends of Fort Hartsuff
Jennifer Remmereid
Jess Trotter
Jodi Sell
KNLV & JJ
Ord High School Administration, Faculty, and Staff
Ord Volunteer Fire Department and EMT Crew
Walt Smith
It is an honor to be nominated by the Chamber businesses for these prestigious awards. Valley County would not be what it is today without the hard work and dedication of our citizens, business community, and volunteer lead organizations.
The Ord Area Chamber of Commerce and Valley County Economic Development Annual Banquet will be held on Saturday, February 23rd at the Ord Veteran’s Club. Social hour will begin at 6:00 pm with dinner to follow at 7:00 pm. This year’s guest speaker, Barry Carlson, is sure to entertain. His talk on The Sixth Sense…The Sense of Humor will motivate, entertain, and inspire our guests. Pam Winer, President of the Atkinson Chamber of Commerce states, “Barry Carlson gave an outstanding talk entitled 'The Sixth Sense....The Sense of Humor' at our Atkinson Nebraska Annual Chamber Banquet. Four words to describe his talk are humorous, uplifting, eye opening and rewarding…The jokes were very funny and extremely clean. Barry's 'style' absolutely captivated the audience, and raised the spirits of everyone in attendance!...In fact, several chamber members told me afterwards that if they had known the talk was going to be that good, they would have purchased additional tickets and made it mandatory that their employees attend!”
Everyone from the community is invited to attend the banquet to celebrate the great people and places of Valley County; however, space is limited. Tickets can be purchased at the Ord Area Chamber/Economic Development office for $30 per person or $50 per couple. Chamber and Economic Development board members also have ticket available for sale.
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