December 20th, 2021

Lainee Robb and Kelton Brown were chosen as Snow Princess and Prince for the 2021 Christmas Parade. Others participating in the pageant were Addi Leaming, Evelyn Work, Deklan Brown, Kysen Engle, Kenley Engle, Dakota Collins, Earl Hobbs, Parker Moberly, and Jake Vap

The Chamber sponsored another very successful Christmas Parade on Saturday, Dec. 4th.  The theme this year was "Wild West Christmas" and the judges selected First Baptist Church of Newkirk as the first place winner.  Second place went to Equity Bank, and Newkirk FFA took home the 3rd place trophy.

The Chamber, along with Newkirk Main Street, recently held a ribbon cutting and welcoming for 56 Feed Co.  Left to right are Shannon Smykil, Brooke Lindsay, Dawn Brakey, Debbie Leaming, Kaycee Brandon, owner, Alyssa McCleery, Molly Kyler, and Erika O'Brien.

The Chamber has been busy planning their 2022 Banquet.  Mark your calendar because you won't want to miss it!  Tickets will go on sale soon.

Membership Dues
Invoices for 2022 membership in the Chamber have been sent out.  If you did not receive one, please contact the office.  Also, everyone who pays their dues at the $25.00 level or higher will receive the 2022 calendar with photos from our contest.  Calendars are also available for $25.00 for non-members, so if you are not a member you can join and the calendar is FREE!

Newkirk Citizen of the Year - 2022 Nominations
Someone who is dedicated to Newkirk and it's citizens, and shows a willingness to work with other Newkirk residents. A person with the qualities of honesty and integrity. The winner will be announced by the Newkirk Chamber of Commerce in January, 2022. Deadline to vote is December 31st. Ballot boxes are available at Main Street Bakery, Equity Bank, Community National Bank, and the Chamber Office.

Glenna's Goodbye
I, Glenna Blair, will be resigning my job as Chamber secretary at the end of January.  I have enjoyed the job for 5 1/2 years and I'm ready for a change, but I will still continue to be active in the Chamber.  Shannon Smykil will be taking my place and we have been working together for a few months to guarantee a smooth transition.  I have no doubt that she will do a great job.