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UncategorizedApril 23, 2025by Oberlin Kansas Chamber

Downtown Storefronts Could Get a Fresh Look Through New SIGNS Grant

By: Sharee Dempewolf; O-DAEDC Executive Director Oberlin, Norcatur, Jennings, & Dresden Downtown Businesses Eligible for Funding Downtown businesses in Oberlin, Norcatur, Jennings, & Dresden have an opportunity to give their storefronts a fresh new look with help from the Kansas Commerce SIGNS Grant, now available. The initiative is aimed at improving downtown aesthetics through financial...

UncategorizedApril 7, 2025by Oberlin Kansas Chamber

Two DCHS students to compete at KEC

Oberlin, KS — The Oberlin-Decatur County Area Economic Development Corporation is thrilled to announce that two students from USD 294 will represent Decatur County at the Kansas Entrepreneurship Challenge (KEC) state competition on April 17, 2025, in Manhattan, KS. Devyn Stagemeyer, the first-place winner at the local Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge (YEC), has automatically qualified for the state...

UncategorizedMarch 20, 2025by Oberlin Kansas Chamber

3rd Annual Chamber of Commerce Easter Egg Hunt

The Annual Easter Egg Hunt is the next event that the Chamber has scheduled. It will be Saturday April 19, 2025 @ 11am at the Oberlin City Park. If you, your business, or organization would like to donate to help with this event please contact Sharee at the chamber office. If you would like to...

UncategorizedMarch 7, 2025by Oberlin Kansas Chamber

1st Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge

Oberlin-Decatur County Area Economic Development & Decatur Community High School Host 1st Annual YEC Competition Oberlin, Kansas – The first annual Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge (YEC) competition, hosted by the Oberlin-Decatur County Area Economic Development and Decatur Community High School, brought together innovative young minds to showcase their entrepreneurial skills. The event featured 18 student-created businesses...

UncategorizedFebruary 20, 2025by Oberlin Kansas Chamber

1st Annual Youth Entrepreneurial Challenge (YEC) event

Exciting News! We are thrilled to host our very 1st Youth Entrepreneurial Challenge (YEC) event at Decatur Community Jr/Sr High School (DCHS)! This year, over 30 student entrepreneurs will be showcasing their innovative business ideas; competing for top prizes and a chance to compete at the state competition! Date: Wednesday, March 5th Location: Jr. High...

UncategorizedJanuary 28, 2025by Oberlin Kansas Chamber

Chamber Connection With Chris- Week 1

Did you make any New Year’s resolutions? I personally don’t make them, but for me as the chamber President & the Chamber board, our resolution is to make the Decatur County Chamber work harder and better for our chamber members and our communities. Our goal is to be the best chamber around! That said, yearly...

UncategorizedJanuary 24, 2025by Oberlin Kansas Chamber

Exciting News for Decatur County: O-DAEDC Awarded SEED Grant 3.0

The Oberlin-Decatur County Area Economic Development Corporation (O-DAEDC) is thrilled to announce that we have been awarded the SEED Grant 3.0 from Kansas Commerce! This significant milestone will support our efforts to enhance community vibrancy and attract visitors to our area. In collaboration with Color Decatur County and the Decatur County Area Chamber of Commerce,...

UncategorizedJanuary 23, 2025by Oberlin Kansas Chamber

Color Decatur County with Love: A Valentine’s Day Fundraiser You Don’t Want to Miss

This Valentine’s Day, let’s come together to celebrate love, creativity, and community. By supporting the Color Decatur County Fundraiser, you’re not just treating your Valentine—you’re helping to paint a brighter, more vibrant future for everyone in Decatur County. Treat your special someone to a unique Valentine’s Day gift—delicious food made with love! Starting February 3rd,...

UncategorizedJanuary 6, 2025by Oberlin Kansas Chamber

Chamber Membership Renewals 2025

HEY YOU!! Become a CHAMBER MEMBER!! Help us reach our goal of 75-100 chamber members!! Get your membership forms turned in TODAY! Memberships run Jan 1, 2025-December 31,2025 BECOME A DECATUR COUNTY CHAMBER MEMBER!! ALL MEMBERSHIP FORMS MUST BE TURNED INTO THE CHAMBER OFFICE ASAP! Our Chamber website will be updated soon–if you have not...

UncategorizedDecember 5, 2024by Oberlin Kansas Chamber

Last ladies shopping night of the holiday season

The last holiday shopping night for Downtown Oberlin, Kansas will be held on Wednesday, December 11th, 2024 5pm-7pm Shop downtown Penn Ave (make sure to check our Facebook page for other businesses that have commented, that will be open as well!) https://www.facebook.com/oberlinkansaschamberofcommerce The EDC/Chamber office will be hosting vendors, please be sure to stop by...

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