Snow Much Love: Central R-3 Backpack Program Food Drive
The Park Hills – Leadington Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the launch of its annual holiday giving initiative, the Snow Much Love Food Drive, benefiting the Central R-3 School District’s Backpack Program. This essential program provides weekend food assistance to students facing food insecurity, ensuring they have reliable access to meals when school is not in session. The Backpack Program remains one of the district’s most impactful support systems, helping to bridge nutritional gaps for
Chamber Investors Encouraged to Sign Up for New Texting and Notification App
The Park Hills - Leadington Chamber of Commerce is excited to remind all Investors that our official notification system, MessageSpring, is now the fastest and easiest way to receive important Chamber updates. Meeting reminders, event announcements, weather alerts, and business notices can now reach you instantly, right in the palm of your hand. MessageSpring gives Investors complete control over the topics they want to follow. You decide what matters most to you, and you receive alerts only for those
Chamber Announces Holiday Special on Digital Marketing for Investors
The Park Hills - Leadington Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce a festive limited-time opportunity for our Investors: a Holiday Digital Marketing Special offering Buy One Digital Ad, Get One Free on the Downtown Digital Sign. This special is an affordable way for local businesses to boost visibility during the holiday season and throughout the coming year. Digital advertisements on the Downtown Digital Sign start at just $50 per week, making this promotion an even bigger value as businesses
A Non-Accountant’s Guide to Running Business Finances Effectively
Running a business means juggling a dozen priorities — and finance often tops the “least favorite” list. Many founders start with a great product or service idea but find bookkeeping, taxes, and cash flow tracking intimidating. The truth? You don’t need to be a finance expert — you just need systems, habits, and a clear structure. This article breaks down how to manage your business finances effectively — even if numbers aren’t your strength. Understand the Financial Big Picture Before worrying about
From Finance to Teamwork: Smarter Tools for Smoother Operations
Running a small business often means wearing many hats—managing finances, keeping customers happy, and making sure day-to-day tasks don’t fall through the cracks. Fortunately, a growing set of tools can help entrepreneurs simplify operations, save time, and focus on growth.Below, we explore different categories of modern solutions, how they’re being used, and what to consider when adopting them.Smarter Collaboration PlatformsCloud-based collaboration platforms have become essential for businesses with
Dough, Fire, Hustle: Starting a Pizzeria on a Budget
Opening a pizzeria might seem like a romantic notion, but behind every bubbling pie and charred crust is a business built on tight margins and smart decisions. Especially when you’re starting out, the key isn’t to go big—it’s to go smart. The scent of fresh pizza will only get so far if rent eats your profits and equipment costs choke your bank account. Making a lean start, one rooted in calculated moves and flexibility, offers a better shot at long-term survival in a saturated market.Strip Down to the
