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Roger Thornton Honored as Wells County Chamber’s 2026 Citizen of the Year
Roger Thornton Honored as Wells County Chamber’s 2026 Citizen of the Year Courtesy of The News-Banner By Holly Gaskill Roger Thornton planned to spend his Wednesday afternoon like he does many days: talking to people, learning where he could be of service. On this particular occasion, he was headed into Bluffton City Hall for…
Read MoreAAM is Wells County Chamber’s 2026 Business of the Year
AAM is Wells County Chamber’s 2026 Business of the Year Courtesy of The News-Banner By Holly Gaskill Surprises aren’t typically welcomed in manufacturing, but Tuesday’s announcement at American Axle & Manufacturing was certainly an exception. The Wells County Chamber of Commerce, with a group of chamber ambassadors in tow, popped into a daily meeting…
Read MoreWells County Chamber Receives Surprise Appreciation from Members
Wells County Chamber Receives Surprise Appreciation from Members The Wells County Chamber of Commerce, dedicated to connecting, supporting, and growing local businesses while fostering a strong and vibrant community, was recently surprised by an outpouring of appreciation from Chamber members and community supporters. Community members, Chamber Ambassadors, and local business leaders gathered with the expectation…
Read MoreInvested in Ossian: Ribbon Cutting Celebrates Animal Clinic’s Return to Local Ownership
Invested in Ossian: Ribbon Cutting Celebrates Animal Clinic’s Return to Local Ownership The Wells County Chamber of Commerce, alongside its ambassadors, proudly hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the new Ossian Animal Clinic, located at 420 North Jefferson Street. This marks an exciting milestone for the practice as it expands its reach to better serve the…
Read MoreFrom Campfires to Community Leadership: Wells County Chamber Recognizes Higgins with November Honor
From Campfires to Community Leadership: Wells County Chamber Recognizes Higgins with November Honor The Wells County Chamber of Commerce has recognized Steve Higgins of the Anthony Wayne Area Council, Scouting America, as the November Member of the Month. This honor reflects Higgins’ decades of leadership, mentorship, and heartfelt service to young people and families throughout…
Read MoreCrimson House Café Recognized as October Chamber Member of the Month: Serving Community, One Cup at a Time
Crimson House Café Recognized as October Chamber Member of the Month: Serving Community, One Cup at a Time The Wells County Chamber of Commerce staff and Ambassadors recently surprised Crimson House Café in Ossian with the October Member of the Month recognition. The café has become a beloved local gathering place, and the Chamber is…
Read MoreRibbon Cutting Welcomes 2 Texans Automotive to Bluffton
Ribbon Cutting Welcomes 2 Texans Automotive to Bluffton The Wells County Chamber of Commerce staff and Ambassadors recently joined owners Nick Fincher and Dale Lawson to celebrate the grand opening and ribbon cutting for their new business, 2 Texans Automotive, located at 1413 South Main Street, in Bluffton. Fincher and Lawson, longtime friends originally from…
Read MoreParlor City Oil Shop Named September Member of the Month
Parlor City Oil Shop Named September Member of the Month Quick Service, Big Impact: Parlor City Oil Shop Recognized by Chamber as the September Member of the Month. The Wells County Chamber of Commerce staff and Ambassadors are pleased to recognize Parlor City Oil Shop as the September Member of the Month. Parlor City Oil…
Read MoreUniversity Dermatology Center Opens New Bluffton Location with Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting
University Dermatology Center Opens New Bluffton Location with Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting University Dermatology Center, Central Indiana’s largest dermatology practice, has officially opened a new location in Bluffton. The Wells County Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the expansion, which brings comprehensive dermatology services closer to home for residents in Wells…
Read MoreAlmco Steel Breaks Ground on New Facility to Meet Growing Demand
Almco Steel Breaks Ground on New Facility to Meet Growing Demand Bluffton, Ind.—Almco Steel announces an expansion project to accommodate the company’s growth and increasing customer demand. The additional facility will add space for a new press, multiple welders and assembly equipment, further enhancing Almco’s production capabilities. Briner Building, which has partnered with Almco on…
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