It is all about Attitude

The saying "perception is reality" often comes to fruition. With all the talk of "RECESSION" the more we buy into the hype, the more likely it will happen. Now, I'm not suggesting anyone act recklessly or without the proper caution in making decisions regarding your business or personal life. Take a good look around and see if you honestly feel this looks like a recession. Are people still spending, traveling and making a good living?

Welcome New Chamber Member
The Chamber welcomes Audubon Package Liquor and Lounge to our membership. The business is located at 6831 US Hwy 61, St. Francisville, LA.

"Swing for Scholarships" getting ready

The Chamber is planning its "Swing for Scholarships" golf tournament. The event is being planned for November 2008 at The Bluffs. More information will be published next week. Get those clubs ready!

Schedule for Public Hearings for taxes
WF Sheriff Department- Friday, Sept. 5 @ 9am in Sheriff's Board Room
WF Communications District- Tuesday, Sept. 9 @ 9am at 911 Center
WF School Board- Tuesday, Sept. 9 @ 5pm at School Board office
WF Police Jury- Tuesday, Sept. 9 @ 5:30pm at Courthouse Annex
SF Town- Tuesday, Sept. 9 @ 5:30pm @ Town Hall
** The WF Tax Assessor and the Fire District will not have a public hearing.

Mark your calendars now for the annual Feliciana Hummingbird Celebration. The festival is scheduled for July 25th and 26th. Festival information can be found at www.AudubonBirdFest.com

The Ferry Status link added
Before driving around on a trip or business you, visit the "Ferry Status" link under the Community Menu and find out if the ferry is operating. Just another way to help save on gas!!

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Relocation Packets are now Available
If you know of anyone who is moving to St. Francisville, they can call the Chamber office at 635-6717 and request a re-location packet. Information about the parish and parish facilities along with phone numbers they will need and some brochures from Chamber businesses and maps of the town and parish are enclosed in the packets.

Congratulations Miguel Pate
West Feliciana High School graduate goes to Olympics
The chamber congratulates West Feliciana High School graduate, Miguel Pate on his recent qualifying for the Olympics in Beijing. Miguel placed 3rd in the long jump in Eugene, Oregon at the Olympic Trials.