On Tuesday, July 29, the Burke County Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting for Don’t Blink 3D Curiosities & Supplies located at 114 S. Main St. in downtown Drexel. They are the only supplier of 3D supplies in Burke County. Owner, Kimberly Dawkins, cut the ribbon along with Mayor Dennis Anthony. Also in attendance was Town Manager, Bill Carroll, County Commissioner, Mike Stroud, Town Alderman, Scott Coe, Western Piedmont Community College President, Dr. Joel Welch, Chamber President & CEO, Tonia Stephenson, Chamber Board Member, Myron Stephens, and Ambassadors, Carl Beardsworth, Devan Berry, Gerald Greene, Janet Hannah, Lindsey Hazelhurst, Stephanie Lipski, and Logan Smithers. Don’t Blink 3D has 12 local artists and vendors and many of them were in attendance. Go check them out for unique items for yourself or to give as a gift.
- PAT Associated PressPLESON STUDIOS / FOR THE PAPER
The Burke County Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting for Epic Speakeasy located at 423 S. King St. in downtown Morganton. Owners, Tom Schmidt and Carm Parisi, cut the ribbon on Thursday, July 31, along with Mayor Ronnie Thompson. Also in attendance was City Manager, Sally Sandy, County Commissioner, Mike Stroud, City Councilman, Chris Jernigan, Chamber President & CEO, Tonia Stephenson, Chamber Board Members, Susan Berley, Dr. Tonya Little, Louis Vinay and Board Member and Ambassador, Tammy Lail, and Ambassadors, Mackenzie Bostian Adams, Devan Berry, Gerald Greene, Stephanie Lipski, Kelly Messenheimer, Brooke Smith, and Katie Tocci. Unwind at Epic Speakeasy, perfect for a relaxing evening with friends. Or grab a cigar and enjoy the stunning view of downtown Morganton from the deck. Either way, it’s the ideal spot to kick back and savor the moment.
- PAT Associated PressPLESON STUDIOS / FOR THE PAPER
On Tuesday, Aug. 5, the Burke County Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting for Buckle & Brew located at 100 Main St. W in downtown Valdese. Owners, Taylor and Tyler McDaniel, cut the ribbon along with Mayor Charlie Watts. Also in attendance was the team of Buckle & Brew, Town Manager, Todd Herms, County Commissioner, Mike Stroud, Town Councilwomen, Rexanna Lowman and Heather Ward, Western Piedmont Community College President & CEO, Dr. Joel Welch, Chamber President & CEO, Tonia Stephenson, Chamber Board Chair, Kevin Farris, and Ambassadors, Carl Beardsworth, Devan Berry, Stephanie Lipski, and Kelly Messenheimer. Check out Buckle & Brew, your go-to spot for stylish western apparel, unique accessories, and more. Whether you’re looking to refresh your wardrobe or just want to enjoy a great cup of coffee and tasty treats, they’ve got you covered. Follow them on Facebook to stay up to date: Buckle & Brew.
- PAT Associated PressPLESON STUDIOS / FOR THE PAPER
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