June 6, 2025 Newsletter

Chamber News

2025 Legislative Wrap-Up: Engaging Dialogue, Insightful Takeaways

We had a fantastic turnout at the 2025 Legislative Wrap-Up! Thank you to everyone who joined us for this meaningful opportunity to connect with our state lawmakers and dive into the key issues and outcomes of this year's legislative session.
Attendees received firsthand updates on legislation affecting their community, followed by a thoughtful, wide-ranging discussion among the panelists about what's ahead for Indiana. The event concluded with a Q&A session, allowing the audience to ask questions directly.

Community Honors Heroes at 2025 Memorial Day Program in Ellettsville

The Ellettsville community came together on May 26, 2025, for a solemn and moving Memorial Day Program, held at Memorial Park and presented by the Ellettsville Parks & Recreation Board, Ellettsville Main Street Inc., and the Ellettsville Chamber of Commerce. The Ceremony began at 11:00 a.m. with opening remarks from Parks Board President and Ellettsville Chief of Police Jimmie Durnil, …
Community Honors Heroes at 2025 Memorial Day Program in Ellettsville
Dr. Lloyd DeWar & Valerie Dewar

Award Nominations Are Now Open!

The Greater Ellettsville Area Chamber of Commerce, Inc. Annual Awards Program recognizes and celebrates the work, leadership, and progress of its members and our community. Nominations are now open and will be accepted from both Chamber members and the general public. This year’s honors include:✨ Chamber Award of Excellence✨ Spirit of Maurice E. Endwright Award✨ Educator of the Year Award …
Award Nominations Are Now Open!

Chamber Events

Ribbon Cutting at Easy Clean Laundry!

Join Us for a Ribbon Cutting Celebration!

You're invited to help us celebrate the grand opening of Easy Clean Laundry on Wednesday, June 11 at 11:00 a.m.
at 4910 N. Lakeview Drive, Bloomington.

Enjoy refreshments, a facility tour, live music and DJ from B97, door prizes, and more!

Don’t miss this chance to support a local business and connect with fellow Chamber and community members.
We’ll see you there!
Visit the Easy Clean Laundry website

Power Your Business Luncheon – Crane, June 20, 2025

The Ellettsville Chamber of Commerce proudly presents Power Your Business, a new series designed to equip members with the strategies and connections that drive success.
Through this series, we’ll bring together influential local leaders to share their insights and expertise on topics that matter most to your business.
Power Your Business is your opportunity to gain valuable knowledge, make meaningful connections, and grow your network and business.
Let’s power up your business together!
Captain Boonyobhas will cover:
  • NSWC Crane Employees as Community Cornerstones: Highlighting the significant number of Crane employees living in Monroe County, particularly Ellettsville, and their vital contribution to the local economy.
  • Crane: An Employer of Choice: Emphasizing Crane’s status as a leading employer in South-Central Indiana, attracting and retaining top talent.
  • Monroe County: A Hub for Crane Partnerships: Showcasing the county’s role in fostering public-private partnerships and creating a supportive environment for businesses connected to the Crane ecosystem.
  • Connecting with NSWC Crane: Opportunities for Businesses: Focusing on the various ways businesses can engage with Crane, including the Small
Business office, C2M events, and the BuyIN event.
  • Growing Together: Crane and the Community: Illustrating the symbiotic relationship between Crane’s growth and the overall development of Monroe County, emphasizing the attractive environment for incoming professionals to settle down and “plant roots.”
Presenting Sponsor: First Financial Bank

Ambassador Spotlight

Get to know the friendly faces behind the Ellettsville Chamber! Each month, we will highlight one of our dedicated ambassadors so you can learn more about the people helping connect, support, and grow our Chamber community.

Meet Lisa Colvin

My name is Lisa Colvin, and I've proudly called Ellettsville home for the past 16 years. I'm a mother to four daughters—my two oldest are married, and each has a son, while my two youngest are currently attending Ball State University.
I've worked in banking for 42 years and have spent the last six as a mortgage loan officer with The Peoples State Bank. Throughout my career, I've been committed to serving customers through local banks, where personalized service truly makes a difference. The Peoples State Bank has been a wonderful place to work, and I'm grateful to be part of such a dedicated team.
Outside of work, I enjoy attending City Church in Bloomington, hiking and walking with my dog Boomer, kayaking, visiting wineries, watching sports, spending time with my family, and occasionally playing tennis.
Contact Lisa
Lisa Colvin

Member News

Ellettsville Farmers Market This Saturday! Now Featuring a "Business Corner"!

We're excited to announce the return of the Ellettsville Farmers Market for the 2025 season! The market will kick off on Saturday, May 24th, and run every Saturday from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM through October 11th. It will be located in the Chandler Funeral Home Parking lot at 203 E Temperance St, Ellettsville, as in previous years. This year, …
Ellettsville Farmers Market Returns for 2025 – Now Featuring a "Business Corner"!

It's almost fair time

Here's the scoop on advertising your business/organization during our station coverage. All packages include you in name mentions during live coverage and inclusion in promotional announcements.
Brown County Fair Coverage
June 9 to 14
Live Broadcasting Tues & Thurs
Inclusion in week long promotional announcements
SPIRIT 95 $99
Monroe County Fair Coverage
June 30 to July 4
Live Broadcasting Mon - Thurs
10 - 30 second commercials
Inclusion in week long promotional announcements
SPIRIT 95 $175
WCLS $225
Owen County Fair Coverage
July 7 to 11
Live Broadcasting Tues & Thurs
Inclusion in week long promotional announcements
10 - 30 second commercials
WCLS $225
Contact Johnnie Robbins

Job Board

Are you a Chamber member? Do you have a job to fill? Post it free on our job board and in our newsletter. Email information to Jill
Thank you to our Premium Partners!
Thank you to our Executive Partners!

Adalie Allen State Farm
BBP Water Corporation
BFU
Bob Heaton, State Representative
Carpets Plus Colortile
Choice Realty & Management, Inc.
Edward Jones
Ellettsville Chiropractic
Floor Coverings International
The Hawaiian Hoosier
Hoosier Family Eyecare
Indiana University
Interstate All Battery Center of Bloomington
Jimmy Johns
The Niese Agency
Republic Services
SCI REMC


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