B USINESS C ONNECTION
Volume 6 | Issue 1
January 2012
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Chairman of the Board || Jeff Wright
Notes from the Chairman of the Board Dr. Leonard Notto
Being the Chairman of Board this year has been a very rewarding experience and has given me a renewed sense of respect and honor for people and leaders of our com‐ munity. It has been impressive the number of people that GIVE their precious time, talent and money to make Russell‐ ville a better place. These efforts not only help now but pave a brighter future for the next generation. The Chamber itself does more than most would think. From providing events to help local businesses network with each other, to assisting in business recruitment, to being an infor‐ mation hub in the heart of the city, the Chamber is the life blood that provides a pulse to the business sector in Russell‐ ville. I am excited about helping next year under the direction of Jeff Wright. He along with the great group of people on the Board will make our community thrive.
Thanks to all that have made this year a success.
Vice Chairman || Trish Henry Immediate Past Chairman || Dr. Leonard Notto Treasurer || Todd Sweeden At Large || Gregg Long At Large || Seth Coulter At Large || Todd Meimerstorf
Board of Directors Chris Abington || River Valley Realty Barton Allen || First State Bank Jeff Aulgur || ATU Professional Development Jim Bradley || CenturyLink Robert C. Brown || Arkansas Tech University Billy Cockrill || Suddenlink Communications Mayor Bill Eaton || City of Russellville Taylor Fulton || Taber Extrusions, LLC J. D. Garrison || Universal Appraisals, Inc. Judge Jim Ed Gibson || Pope County Scott Hill || Simmons First Bank Nick Horner || Liberty Bank of Arkansas Suzy Johnson || Dependable Air Conditioning Jayne Jones || Arkansas Tech University Dr. Owen Kelly || River Valley Orthopaedics
The Leadership Class of 2012 is excited to announce our project, we will be donat‐ ing bicycle racks for public use in various areas. Our major fundraiser is a bike ride scheduled for March 31, in which we will be promoting bike riding, bicycle safety, and bicycle friendly locations in the area. For more information and registration, please contact Janna Ritchie at 479.886.4395 or Kylia Lee at 479.264.4874.
Jim Knight || Arkansas Valley Alliance Michael Lamoureux || State Senator Andrea Lea || State Representative Gordon Shirron || PDQ Super Convenience Karla Stanton || Firestone Tube Company Sue Ann Strait || River Valley Realty J. W. Stratton || Shelter Insurance Johnna Walker || C & D Drug Store Randall Williams || Russellville School District Dusti Yarber || La Quinta Inn & Suites
SHOP CHAMBER MEMBERS FIRST! WWW.RUSSELLVILLECHAMBER.ORG
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www.russellvillechamber.org
Chamber meeting invitation
Annual Meeting “Celebration” Announced It’s time for the Russellville Area Chamber of Commerce to once again celebrate our extraordinary business com‐ munity. Join us as we recognize community leaders and applaud the accomplishments of our volunteers. Expect a few changes at this year’s event. We hope to provide you with an opportunity to mingle and build busi‐ ness relationships. Instead of a formal seated dinner, we will be serving heavy hors d’oeurves, wine and beer, in a more casual, friendly atmosphere. As in past years, we will be offering a variety of wonderful items donated by forty Chamber members in our Silent Auction. Our program will include the induction of the 2012 Chairman of the Board, Jeff Wright, and the 2012 Officers. We will be recognizing board members who have completed their term of office; Diane Edwards, About the River Val‐ ley Magazine, Chuck Gordon, Wells Fargo Advisors, Jim Kelley, The Courier, Chloe Lieblong, Lieblong Eye Clinic, and Jared Wood, Regions Bank. A special thank you goes to these individuals who have donated so much of their time. Presentations of the 2011 Citizen of the Year and the 2011 Red Coat of the Year will be made that evening. Outgoing Chairman of the Board, Dr. Leonard Notto will preside over the program. We would like to invite all Chamber members and their representatives to attend the Celebration, which will be held on Tuesday, January 31, beginning at 6 p.m. The event will take place at the Hughes Community Center lo‐ cated at 1000 Parkway Drive. Invitations will be mailed, and please note that reservations are required. Tickets are $25 per person and may be purchased at the Chamber office, 708 West Main Street. Celebration sponsors for 2012 are:
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Red Coat
of the quarter Todd Meimerstorf
The honor of Red Coat of the Quarter has been awarded to Todd Meimerstorf. He is the Vice President of Commercial Lending at Arvest Bank. Todd has lived in Russellville/ Dover his entire life. He is married to Julie Meimerstorf. We are please to recognize Todd for his commitment to the Chamber and the River Valley Community!
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Tell us your most memorable experience as a Red Coat?
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I couldn’t just name one, but I enjoy talking with the first time business owner eager to open shop and also the 30 year veteran celebrating an anniversary. Those experi‐ ences make the volunteering worth it.
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What makes you want to be a Red Coat and what makes a good Red Coat?
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I enjoy getting to know the city through its business owners and professionals. Participation and volunteering of your time is what it’s all about in my opinion to be a good red coat.
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What do you think is the River Valley’s biggest asset?
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The biggest asset in the River Valley is hard to narrow, but if I could choose one it would be the physical surroundings of the River Valley. This area is amazing for outdoor activities, from Lake Darda‐ nelle, Mt. Nebo, to the Ozark National For‐ est. This area offers so much to not only the avid outdoorsman but to families and everyday people looking for activities. The Russellville area doesn’t lack for beautiful scenery.
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In your judgment, what are two pressing problems facing the River Valley today?
A. I would like to see the city adopt the same pattern as ATU has started and began to improve the “curb appeal” of some of the main streets in the town. Street beautification would help individuals/ businesses looking to locate here in their initial research.
Business After Hours continues to be a great networking opportunity for Chamber members. These events allow members to exchange information, make business contacts, renew contacts, locate suppliers or customers, and announce changes, new products and services. The event is held on the second Thursday of each month from 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. at different member businesses. In October it was hosted by Lee Ann’s Fine Jewelry. The Home Theater Store hosted the event in November. The next Business After Hours is sponsored by Russellville Country Club and River Valley United Way.
OCTOBER
NOVEMBER
Lee Ann’s Fine Jewelry
The Home Theater Store
Pictured front: Kelsey Peak, Lee Ann Hartley, Shay Fisher Pictured back: Rachel Hardester, Suzanne Allcroft and Jennifer Rudder.
Pictures sitting in the cart is Tara and Eric Laffoon they are surrounded by their entire staff.
Scott Simmon and Mike Huddleston
Ruth and Rich Minik
Bill Belovicz, Ron Jackson and Chuck Gordon
Rusty Johnson and Charles Blanchard
BUSINESS AFTER HOURS Coming Up! Thursday, February 9
Thursday, March 8
186 Country Club Plaza
2203 South Knoxville
Please mark your calendars! No more printed invitations.
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BeautiControl ‐ Amanda Neagles celebrated their membership with a ribbon cutting ceremony on August 31. For more information on their products and services, call Amanda at 967‐9189.
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River Valley Leader celebrated their grand opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony on September 1. For more information on their products and services, call Spree Hilliard at 968‐6397.
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M. Hill’s celebrated their 25 year anniversary with a ribbon cutting ceremony on September 6. They are located at 717 South Arkansas. For more information on their products and services, call Marilyn Hill at 968‐5045.
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Broussard Funeral Service celebrated their grand opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony on September 9. They are located at 502 Tyler Road. For more information on their products and services, call James Broussard at 968‐1143.
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Popeye’s Chicken & Biscuits celebrated their 5 year anniversary with a ribbon cutting ceremony on September 13. They are lo‐ cated at 2411 East Parkway. For more information on their products and services, call Steve Duvall at 967‐1689.
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Foot & Ankle Specialty Clinic celebrated their grand opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony on September 14. They are lo‐ cated at 1713 West Main Street. For more information on their products and services, call them at 964‐4000.
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Atkins Nursing and Rehabilitation Center celebrated their 25 membership with a ribbon cutting ceremony on September 22. They are located at 605 Northwest 7th Street in Atkins. For more information on their products and services, call Debbie Inks at 641‐7100.
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ATU Braswell Techionary celebrated their grand opeing with a ribbon cutting ceremony on September 24. For more information on their products and services, call then at 968‐0262.
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Arkansas Hospice of Russellville celebrated their grand opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony on September 27. They are located at 220 John Babish Lane. For more infor‐ mation on their products and services, call then at 498‐ 2050.
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10 Wholesale Electric Supply celebrated their grand opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony on September 28. They are located at 2725 South Arkansas. For more information on their products and services, call them at 280‐1959.
11 ENG Lending celebrated their relocation with a ribbon cut‐ ting ceremony on October 4. They are located at 2600 East Parkway, Suite C. For more information on their products and services, call them at 968‐1750.
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12 AVON Beauty Center celebrated their grand opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony on October 7. They are located at 121 East Harrell Drive, Suite 5. For more information on their products and services, call them at 968‐2866.
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Riggs CAT celebrated their relocation with a ribbon cutting ceremony on October 13. They are located at 370 Lake Front Drive. For more information on their products and services, call them at 968‐3304.
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14 Robertson Eye Center celebrated their grand opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony on October 18. They are located at 2424 West Main Street. For more information on their prod‐ ucts and services, call Amanda at 280‐1991.
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16 15 St. Mary’s Adult Psychiatric Unit celebrated their grand opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony on October 20. They are located at 1808 West Main Street. For more information on their services, call them at 968‐2841.
16 Emeritus at Wildflower celebrated their anniversary with a ribbon cutting ceremony on October 22. They are located at 17
240 South Inglewood. For more information on their services, call them at 890‐6709.
17 Choices Pregnancy Resource Clinic, Inc. celebrated their 20 year anniversary with a ribbon cutting ceremony on October 26. They are located at 311 East 3rd Street. For more information on their services, call them at 967‐2255.
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18 Highlander Cycling and Fitness celebrated their grand open‐ ing with a ribbon cutting ceremony on October 27. They are located at 1001 North Arkansas. For more information on their products and services, call them at 967‐4699.
19 JC Penney celebrated their expansion/renovation with a ribbon cutting ceremony on October 28. They are located at 3057 East Main Street. For more information on their prod‐ ucts and services, call them at 968‐2110.
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20 Pink Ribbon Boutique celebrated their relocation with a ribbon cutting ceremony on November 2. They are located at 904 West Main Street. For more information on their products and services, call them at 967‐6494.
21 Salon Gemini celebrated their grand opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony on November 4. They are located at 2004‐ 20
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2006 West Main Street. For more information on their products and services, call them at 967‐2667.
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22 Vintage Books celebrated their 10 year anniversary with a ribbon cutting ceremony on November 15. They are located
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at 602 East Parkway. For more information on their products and services, call them at 880‐2152.
23 Chick‐Fil‐A of Russellville celebrated their grand opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony on November 17. They are located at 3089 East Main Street. For more information on their products and services, call them at 967‐0220.
24 Venezia’s Pizza & Pasta celebrated their grand opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony on November 23. They are
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located at 1321 East Main Street. For more information on their products and services, call them at 968‐2588.
25 Bost, Inc. celebrated their relocation with a ribbon cutting ceremony on November 29. They are located at 409 North Elmira. For more information on their products and services, call them at 967‐3335.
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renewal winners
Lieblong Eye Clinic was selected as September’s Early Renewal Winner. Chloe Lieblong chose to receive a $25 gift certificate to Ozark Mountain Smoke House. Chloe Lieblong is pictured on the right receiving the certificate from Red Coat Jeremy Keaster with Terra Renewal Service.
Honda of Russellville was selected as October’s Early Renewal Winner. Roger Shatwell chose to receive a $25 gift certificate to Umami. Roger Shatwell is pic‐ tured on the right receiving the certificate from Red Coat LaDonna Bicanovski with NEW Corp.
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Membership 20 - 40 Years
Arkansas Tech University Arkansas VIP Awards An-Pro Company G. Ray Baker Trucking Barefield's Body Shop & Auto Salvage, Inc. Booth's Janitorial Broadway Transfer & Storage Brookfield Inn/ Cagles Mill C & D Drug Store Cargill Pork Caughman's Corner Preschool, Inc. Coldwell Banker/James R. Ford & Associates Coulter Physical Therapy, Inc. Crafton Tull Kent Dollar, C.P.A. Dow Chemical Company Downey Publishing Entergy Arkansas, Inc. EWI, Inc. Feltner's Whatta-Burger Firestone Tube Company Fisher Manufacturing Services M. Hill's Allen Laws, Attorney at Law Millard-Henry Clinic - Skyline Mobley Contruction Co., Inc. Kevin Moore, C.P.A. Nationwide Insurance - Chris Lamberson Bruce Oakley, Inc. Ozark Mountain Smoke House Preferred Staffing, Inc. Quick Service Laundry & Cleaners River Valley Radio/Max Media of Arkansas Russellville Board of Realtor Russellville Steel Co. Saint Mary’s Regional Medical Center Sanders Supply Shinn Funeral Service State Farm Insurance - Jess Eubanks Agency Stoby's Restaurant Streett Law Firm, P.A. Sweeden Florist Rick Taylor, Inc. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Wendy’s Western Sizzlin’ of Russellville
10 - 19 Years A-1 Tire Distributors Added Space Inc. Arkansas Orthopaedic Center Arkansas Orthopaedic Institute Arkansas Trading & Loan AT&T Betty's Laundry & Russellville Mini-Storage Big Brothers Big Sisters Brown & Brown Insurance Community Service, Inc. Michael W. Cooper, D.D.S., P.A. Covington Roofing Company, Inc. D & R Paints
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anniversaries
Daiber Vision Care - Amy Daiber, O.D. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Family Eye Care Of Russellville Jefferson Faught, Attorney at Law First State Bank Hampton Inn Don J. Helms, C.P.A., P.A. Honda of Russellville Joshua's Fine Jewelry Roy Beth Kelley, Attorney at Law Kids Stuff Preschool & Childcare Lane Physical Therapy Center Las Palmas II Restaurante Mexicano Laser Cartridge Plus Lee Ann's Fine Jewelry Little John Transportation Services, Inc. New China Restaurant New York Life Insurance - Beth Perry The Nicholson Group Al Pledger Motors Pottsville School District Price's Town & Country Store ProMAS, LLC Russellville Family Clinic Russellville Medical Shamrock Bolt & Screw Company, Inc. Southern Heat & Air, Inc. Sparks Insurance Agency Spear Auctioneers, Inc. Spring Lake Apartments Mr. & Mrs. Robert Y. Taylor Leslie T. Teaff, C.P.A. Terra Renewal Universal Appraisals, Inc. Van Horn Family Limited Partnership Zero Mountain, Inc.
5 - 9 Years A Perfect Image A-Dependable Fencing Co., Inc. ABC - Central Block Co. Advance Collision Solutions Alert Print Services American Cancer Society Annie B's Bookkeeping & Payroll Service Arkansas Tech University - Ozark Campus Arkansas Tech University Alumni Association Arkansas Tire and Auto Service Arvest Bank Baxley Electric Inc. Belk Blackwell Liquor Bost Inc. Judge Don Bourne Brown's Catfish, Inc. Burris, Inc. Commercial Doors Randy Campbell/Coldwell Banker Carol Collins Law, Inc. Davis Car Care Dixon Poultry Supply Ewing Photography EZR Quick Refunds Fellowship Bible Church Russellville
Fellowship of Christians Freedom House/ARVAC First United Methodist Church Ford Engineering, Inc. Forest Hill Capital, LLC Gifts on Parkway Bob Hiegel, Architect, P.A. Hodges Wrecker Service Hunnicutt Auto Sales, Inc. Industrial Power, Inc. Innovative Industrial Solutions, Inc. J & B Music Sales J & M Oil Co. Kurt Jones & Associates, Inc. Just Dance KARV Ozarko Tire Center Russellville Kiwanis Club Lowrey Picwood Mr. and Mrs. Mike Miller Miller-Newell Engineers, Inc. Monfee Medical Clinic Mike Palmer Insurance Co. Pope County Democratic Committee Pope County Fair Association Powell's Boot's & Shoes Regions Insurance River Valley Hyperbaric & Wound Care River Valley Orthopaedics River Valley Realty - Sue Ann Strait Freddie Rood Heating & Cooling, Inc. Winfred "Butch" Rose, CPA Russellville City Mall / McCarley & Co. Russellville Housing Authority Russellville Lawn & Landscaping, Inc. Russellville Management Services The Salvation Army Shepherd's Window Cleaning Snap Fitness Sonic of Russellville Storage World Subway Superior Graphite Co. Teeter Totter Day Care Tri-State Truss Co., Inc. Turner Home Bed & Breakfast Universal Housing Development Corp. Valley Exchange Corporation Village Square Apartments Vintage Books Walgreens Co. Weed Man XTO Energy, Inc. Zebcon Ready Mix, Inc.
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2 - 4 Years APEX - AT&T Retailer Arby's Arkansas River Valley Tennis Assoc. AVON Products - Jan and Mel Welch Azzore Veterinary Specialists Barrett & Associates/Hale-Martin Assoc. Bethany's Design Center ClickRiverValley.com Community Christian School State Representative Robert Dale The Dandy Lion Fast Glass Service Fat Daddy’s of Russellville Freeman Bark Sales Grahamco Appraisals Imperial, Inc. La Quinta Inn & Suites Moore & Co., Realtors NEW Corp. The Other Foot & More
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RGC Glass Inc. River Valley Occupational Health Roto Rooter Stallion Transportation Group James A. Streett - Streett Law Firm, P.A. River Valley Shelter for Battered Women and Children Sugar Creek Foods International, Inc. United Cerebral Palsy Verizon Wireless Russellville Vondran Orthodontics Mr. and Mrs. Harvey L. Young
SÑxxw Networking Looking for more customers?
This is one of the easiest ways to promote your business by word of mouth. One on one conversation, in a relaxed environment. You have 2 minutes to talk about your business, then the person across from you has 2 minutes to talk about their business. Come attend the next event: Wednesday, February 22, 2012 at 12:00 pm. The cost is $5.00 and lunch is included. Call 968‐2530 to reserve your seat today.
members
Chick-Fil-A at Russellville 3089 East Main Street Russellville, AR 72802 479-967-0220 Restaurants
Leaning Willow 2410 East Parkway Russellville, AR 72802 479-857-5742 Women's Clothing & Accessories
Salon Gemini 2004-2006 West Main Street Russellville, AR 72801 479-967-2667 Beauty Salon/ Supplies
Elliott Electric Supply 1715 South Knoxville Russellville, AR 72801 479-967-2303 Electrical Services/Supplies
Millard Plumbing 205 Dam Road Dardanelle, AR 72834 479-229-4124 Plumbing Contractor
Sears of Russellville 920 South Arkansas Russellville, AR 72801 479-968-5105 Appliances
Foot & Ankle Specialty Clinic 1713 West Main Street Russellville, AR 72801 479-964-4000 Podiatrists
Millard Plumbing 205 Dam Road Dardanelle, AR 72834 479-229-4124 Plumbing Contractor
Suddenlink Media 127 North Elmira Russellville, AR 72802 479-970-7659 Media Advertising
Highlander Cycling and Fitness 1001 North Arkansas Russellville, AR 72801 479-967-4699 Bicycles - Sales/Service/Repair
River Valley Collision 518 South Knoxville Russellville, AR 72801 479-968-4875 Auto Body Repair
Tini Sky Nails & Spa 3087 East Main Street Russellville, AR 72802 479-967-9927 Nail Salons
IHOP 401 East Harrell Drive Russellville, AR 72802 479-968-4467 Restaurant
Robertson Eye Center, PA 2424 East Main Street Russellville, AR 72801 479-280-1991 Optical, Optometry, Ophtamology, Opticians, Optical Labs
Venezia's Pizza and Pasta 1321 East Main Street Russellville, AR 72801 479-968-2588 Restaurants
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Periodical Russellville, AR
Elizabeth Streett Executive Director William J. Clinton Foundation
708 West Main, Russellville, AR 72801 Ph: (479) 9682530 Fax: (479) 9685894
[email protected] www.russellvillechamber.org
March 2, 2012 12 noon to 1 pm $15/person Reservations Required Call 968-2530 The Russellville Area Business Connection (ISSN number 1931‐5576), Periodical is published quarterly by the Russellville Area Chamber of Commerce, 708 West Main Street, Russellville, AR 72801‐3617. Application to mail periodicals postage is at (Russellville, AR) and additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the Russellville Area Business Connection, 708 West Main Street, Russellville, AR 72801‐3617.
JANUARY 2 Chamber office closed ‐ New Years 19 Leadership Russellville Non‐profit Day 8:00 am 31 Chamber Annual Celebration ‐ Hughes Center 6:00 pm
FEBRUARY 9 Leadership Russellville Health Day 8:00 am 9 Business After Hours ‐ Russellville County Club 4:30 pm 16 Leadership Russellville City Government Day 12:00 pm 20 Chamber office closed ‐ Presidents Day 22 Speed Networking 12:00 pm
MARCH 1 Leadership Russellville Education Day 9:00 am 2 First Friday Luncheon ‐ Chartwells Dining Hall 12:00 pm 8 Business After Hours ‐ Russellville School District 4:30 pm 15 Leadership Russellville Economic Development Day 9:00 am
