• May 15–Linda Cook

• May 22–Erv Krosch

• May 29–Jane Bedel

• June 5–Rose Wagner

• June 12–Harlan Wente

• June 19–Norma Engebretson

• June 26–Tara Winchester

• July 3–

• July 12–

Prairie Pioneer Days Coordinator Sandy Grove presented Ben Nelson with $50.00 in Chamber Cash. Ben submitted the winning design in the PPD Button contest.

KTM Signs & Graphics, Image-Xperts, KTM Billboards

KTM Signs & Graphics originally opened its doors in the spring of 1997.  Twelve years later another door has opened at 1 East 5th Street in Morris across from the Dental Depot.  Because of an increase in product offerings and the support and patronage of the local community the decision was made to bring a store to Morris.  Our Image-Xperts division offers Promotional Products, Screen Printing, and Embroidery.  KTM Billboards offers nearly 50 locations in the Morris, Hancock, and Benson areas for a business or organization to advertise or convey a message to the public.  KTM Signs & Graphics has continued to see growth and has been involved in projects including awnings, back-lit signage, decals, job site signs, vehicle graphics including full wraps, store front signs, and so much more!  To better service our customers we have begun to add additional staff including Jerri Jergenson.  Jerri will be overseeing the store in Morris and assisting customers with their needs.  The store will carry a variety of clothing styles, samples and pictures of products we offer, as well as the addition of SHOES!  We will carry numerous brands including New Balance, Reebok, Asics, Hush Puppy, Wolverine, Dexter, and many more.  We also plan to offer a school rebate program in which 10% of any purchase related to a local school will be given to that schools junior class.  Example:  You buy a sweatshirt with a Morris Tiger on it for $30.00.  $3.00 will then be donated to the Morris junior class.

Our inventory continues to grow and we appreciate your patience during this time of transition.  Our current store hours are M-W 9-5, Thursday from 9-6, Friday 9-12 or by appointment.  The schedule is subject to change based on what feedback we get from our customers.  Our desire is to strive for the best service possible.  Our new store phone number is 320-585-SIGN.  We can also be reached in Hancock at 320-392-5000 or by cell at 320-815-0410.

Remember:  If you can put your logo on…we have it!

We would like to say THANKS to everyone that has made this opportunity possible.  Without the support of our local businesses and community this endeavor wouldn’t be possible.  So once again, many thanks!
Terry & Connie Timmerman

Morris Area Chamber board member Jill Loge, Bank of the West, recently welcomed new Chamber members Brad Krosch, Jim Dieter and John DeRung, owners of Tech Plus.

Morris Area Chamber board member Mick Ekren of Superior Industries and Karen Arnold, Executive Director,  recently welcomed B-Bop Hair Shop as a new Chamber member. Accepting the plaque is Jamie Beyer, owner, and Dawn Henrichs, stylist.

Morris Area Chamber of Commerce board chair Shelley Evink and board members Corrine Kirk and Kris Hansen recently welcomed the Morris Liquor Store as a new member. Accepting the plaque is Jim Overland, manager.

Morris Area Chamber of Commerce ambassadors Corinne Kirk, Shelley Evink and Kris Hansen recently welcomed Glen Tomoson, owner of Glen’s Auto Glass, as a chamber member.

Morris Area Chamber Ambassadors Mick Ekren, Superior Industries, and Charity Ciaramitaro, American Family, recently welcomed Midwest Family Eye Care as Chamber members. Accepting the welcome plaque are Linda Giese and Shirley Busch, Opticians.

The Morris Area Chamber of Commerce recently welcomed Chamber member KTM Signs & Graphics/Image-Xperts to their new location at 1 East 5th Street. Pictured left to right is Chamber Board Member Mick Ekren, Jerri Jergenson, Office Manager, Terry Timmerman, Owner/Sales, Connie Timmerman, Chief Financial Officer, Whitney Riley, Inside/Outside Sales, and Charity Ciaramitaro, Chamber Board Member.

Stephanie Dick, owner of Footnotes Studio of Dance, was recently welcomed as a new Morris Area Chamber member by Charity Ciaramitaro of American Family Insurance.

Morris Area Chamber of Commerce board member Charity Ciaramitaro from American Family Insurance recently welcomed new chamber member Dennis Strong, owner of ServiceMaster of the Lakes Area.

Morris Area Chamber of Commerce board members Sonia Meyer of Sonia’s Hair Clinic, and Mick Ekren of Superior Industries, welcome David Poppe and the Morris Land Care Company as a chamber member.

Corinne Kirk, Charity Ciaramitaro, and Kris Hansen visited Someplace Safe Victim Advocates Erin Koehntop and Becki Jordan

Corinne Kirk, Charity Ciaramitaro, and Kris Hansen welcomed new owner Lori Wevley at Reflections Hair and Tanning Salon

Shelley Evink, Chamber Chair and Karen Arnold, Interim Director visit Sonia Meyer at Sonia's Hair Clinic. Sonia's recently celebrated 45 years of service!

Shelly Evink and Charity Ciaramitaro visit Drew Isreal at Fashion Cents. Fashion Cents became a new member at the end of 2008

Charity Ciaramitaro, Twig Webster, and Paul LeTendre visited New Chamber Member Dawn Poore at Get Framed. Get Framed is a new store in Morris located at 514 Atlantic. 320-589-1700

Charity Ciaramitaro, Paul LeTendre, and Twig Webster visited New Chamber Members, Gail and Phil Harpstead. The Harpstead's own Mohr's Plumbing and Heating

Morris Chamber Board Members Paul LeTendre of State Farm Insurance, Twig Webster of St. Francis Health Services, and Charity Ciaramitaro from American Family Insurance visited Lucy Bolter, Pizza Hut Manager. Pizza Hut became a new member in 2009

Karen Arnold, Shelley Evink, and Charity Ciaramitaro visited the RFC. The RFC became a new member in 2009. They visited Leila Hormann, Angie Berlinger, and Sandy Grove

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The Annual Meeting, which included a wonderful social time, an excellent buffet of food, and the always favorite Lucky Buck Auction, was held this year at Bello Cucina.

It was a warm evening inside but temperatures outside plummeted to 27 below!

UMM Jazz Combo

The Jazz Combo starting the evening off as they provided entertainment during the social hour and dinner. They were FABULOUS!

Social Event Dinner

Sweet Lily’s, Morris Floral, and Keepers Floral donated the centerpieces seen here and event attendees signed up to win them. They were Lovely!

Dinner was buffet style with an excellent put together array by Jason and Kandra and all the Bello staff!

The Lucky Buck Auction was the MOST successful yet! Thanks to all area businesses for your donations, time, and efforts!

Ben Winchester recognizes Carlen Hone for her work on the Board of Directors

Judy Riley was also recognized for her work on the Board

Shelia Larson resigned from the Board after completing her term, and Mike Mahoney accepted her plaque, as Shelia was unable to attend

Miss Morris Area, Eileen Franey helped sell tickets during the Lucky Buck Auction

Paul McDonald was the MC for the evening and as always, provided his quick-witted humor!! Stacey Vig (left) was our "Vanna" for the evening showcasing the auction baskets!

2008 Chair Ben Winchester enjoying the entertainment

Randy Hamling and Tucker McCannon waiting for dessert

If you missed the event this year, make sure you are ready for next year's Chamber Annual Event!