Two Rivers Business Association Monthly Meeting: October Highlights

Oct 5

What better way to start off October than gathering with local businesses and community leaders for another vibrant monthly meeting of the Two Rivers Business Association (TRBA). Let's dive into some key takeaways!

Community Announcements

Peter from the Hamilton Wood Type & Print Museum introduced an “ink and drink” event on October 13th, featuring their darker woodblocks. Check out their website for more details.
Linda is gearing up for the holiday season at Dalebroux. Christmas is in the air!
Michael announced Big Brothers Big Sisters Shoreline's move to the YMCA. A ribbon-cutting is imminent.
Curt Andrews of Cool City Brewing revealed a new salmon wood plank dish starting this Friday and a full fish fry set for October 13th.

Business Spotlight: American Family Insurance

Pam Wargin cast a spotlight on the alarming rise in insurance premiums, attributing it to factors like increasing vehicle repair costs and more severe accidents. Among her suggestions were leveraging technology to control rates and considering higher deductibles.

Local Happenings

Jeff Dawson of Lester Library talked about their environmental advisory board and tonight's meeting on saving energy costs.
Jason Ring announced the downtown Trick or Treat on Oct 28 and the Fall Wine Walk.
Colt from US Cellular is planning a smartphone tutorial class targeting seniors but open to anyone.

Civic Updates

The City’s tourism director, Brian Dean, urged businesses interested in the Visitor Guide magazine to get in touch with Explore Two Rivers.
David Murack, Chief of the Two Rivers Fire Department, brought the department's brand-new ladder truck and parked it right in front of Cool City Brewing. This state-of-the-art vehicle is not just a boon for Two Rivers but for the entire county.
Greg Buckley reminded us about the upcoming recycle and shred events at the community house parking lot and BankFirst. Applefest by Two Rivers Rotary is also on the horizon.
Police Chief Ben Miennert spoke about their collaboration with Big Brothers Big Sisters and an increase in training programs for officers.

Educational Corner

Diane Johnson, superintendent of schools, shared about Czech students' recent visit. Construction at LB Clarke is also about to start.
Alison Tillman from LTC previewed upcoming events like STEM Fest in collaboration with UW Green Bay.

Hosted at Cool City Brewing Company, Two Rivers, WI, October 5, 2023