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| | | In Times of TariffsWeathering Trade Turbulence for Small Businesses |
| | Tariffs are barriers to international trade. Paid by the importer, tariffs are fees assessed on the value of imported products, including freight and insurance, which increases the cost of importing goods. Small businesses are particularly vulnerable to increases in supply chain costs and market uncertainty because they “typically don’t have the same leverage to negotiate with suppliers or large cash cushions.” In our latest article, we provide five strategies businesses can employ to weather tariff policy uncertainty in the U.S.. |
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| | | | | | Nominations for Best of the Emerald Coast 2025 are open, and JC’s Gourmet would be honored to have your vote before voting closes on April 30! If you’ve ever fallen in love with JC’s Gulf Coast Gourmet, including its Poppin’ Pimento cheese, smoked Somethin' Snappy garnished with candied Jommin' Jalapeños, or shrimp Chillin’ Ceviche, now’s your chance to show some local business love. Click below to nominate JC’s Gourmet for the best: Shrimp Dish, Tuna Dip, Gourmet Food, Appetizer, and Gluten Free in the Food & Beverage category. |
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| | | | In April, Renee completed "Doodlebug," a 24" x 36" mixed-media commission of a beloved goldendoodle who is 15 years young. To order a commission or to view Renee’s whimsical mixed media pieces, visit her website by clicking below, or meet her in person at the 37th Annual ArtsQuest fine art festival in Grand Boulevard at Sandestin on Saturday, May 3 and Sunday, May 4, 2025. |
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| | Morgan 1 Consulting (M1C) |
| | M1C helps healthcare organizations streamline and strengthen their supply chain and operational performance with services designed to standardize processes, optimize vendor contracts, enhance data-driven decision-making, integrate clinical and operational efforts, and build digitally connected supply chains. M1C’s clients achieve greater efficiency, cost savings, and improved patient outcomes. |
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| | | | New shirts celebrating Robin’s 25th anniversary milestone just dropped this month at the bike shop! Stop by Monday through Saturday between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. to pick up this comfortable, lightweight hoodie perfect for layering, get matched with the right bicycle and accessories for your fitness goals, or bring your bike in for a tune-up! |
| | | Frame Gallery Gifts & Art |
| | Frame Gallery hosted a “Trash to Treasured Animals” exhibit for Sewanee Elementary School (SES) kindergartners on Earth Day. At the reception celebrating their creativity, imagination, and care for the planet, students amazed family and friends with charming animal sculptures crafted entirely from recycled materials, culminating their ‘Taking Care of the Earth’ unit. Stay tuned for future art creations produced in Frame Gallery’s upcoming workshops with SES students! |
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| | Sewanee Children’s Center |
| | Sewanee Children’s Center (SCC) celebrated 75 years of nurturing young minds at its Diamonds & Dedication anniversary event on April 27. The celebration also honored beloved educator Ms. Carrie Mauzy and her incredible 38 years of service to the Center’s mission, students, and community. |
| | | South Cumberland Community Clinic |
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| | Congratulations to South Cumberland Community Clinic (SCCC) on the grand opening of their new three-room teaching clinic in Tracy City, TN! SCCC is a 501(c)3 nonprofit that provides free medical care to the uninsured and underinsured community across the South Cumberland Plateau in Tennessee. Since opening in 2023 with a grant from the South Cumberland Community Fund, the clinic has served more than 280 patients over 1,000 visits. In the new space, SCCC has increased capacity to serve and treat more patients. |
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| | | | So far this year, Dog-Harmony has provided humane education to 730 children and delivered over 345 hours of therapy dog visits to hospitals and nonprofits serving vulnerable communities. In April alone, the nonprofit also certified five new therapy dog teams, including a lovable Bull Terrier, Mayo (pictured). However, the demand for these healing visits continues to outpace the nonprofit’s resources. With your help, Dog-Harmony can expand this life-changing program and reach even more people in need of comfort, connection, and education. |
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| | | | | May 3 | 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. May 4 | 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
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| 📍Grand Boulevard Sandestin, FL |
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| | Visit our talented clients, Renee Broxson and Hope Walker Morgan, at the 37th Annual ArtsQuest at Grand Boulevard! ArtsQuest is a rain or shine outdoor, juried show that includes artists in the categories of Ceramics, Fiber, Glass, Jewelry, Metal, Mixed Media, Oils & Acrylics, Original Digital Art, Photography, Sculpture, Wood, and Works on Paper. The festival is open to the public, and a $5 admission donation is requested. |
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| | The Dental Team Toolkit: Building Teams That Win |
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| May 15, 2025 6:00 - 8:00 pm EST |
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| 📍Millennium Study Club Brentwood, TN |
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| | Sandy Baird, MBA, presents her seminar, The Dental Team Toolkit: Building Teams That Win, for CE credit at the Millennium Study Club of dentists on May 15 in Brentwood, TN. This seminar covers strategies, techniques, operating systems, and skills for developing a five-star dental team that will enhance your patients’ experience, stimulate referrals, streamline operations, and build your employees into a cohesive, high-functioning, winning team. |
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| | Bob Hope Memorial Charity Golf Classic |
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| | 📍Ft. Walton Beach Golf Course Ft. Walton Beach, FL |
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| | The 22nd Annual Bob Hope Memorial Charity Golf Classic is a major annual fundraiser for the Air Force Enlisted Village (AFEV), a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide a home for surviving spouses of retired enlisted Air Force members. |
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| | | May 22, 2025 6:00 - 6:45 pm CST |
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| 📍Housing Hub Tracy City, TN |
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| | Thinking about buying a home—now or in the future? Join Housing Hub on Thursday, May 22, at 6 p.m. at the Littell Partin Center in Tracy City for a free workshop led by Director Julie Keel and mortgage expert Justin Lusk. He’ll share what it takes to prepare for homeownership and how to create a plan that works for you. |
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| | Thanks for catching up with us on the latest ELEVATED NEWS! Until next month, keep elevating your story and supporting the people and ideas that make our communities thrive.
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