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Addison Jayne Young - The 86th East Texas Yamboree Queen

Saturday, July 01, 2023

The East Texas Yamboree Association has announced the 86th East Texas Yamboree Queen: Addison (Addy) Jayne Young.Addy represents the Bluebonnet Literary Club. She attends Harmony High School where’s she’s ranked top 5% in her class, a member of National Honor Society, Student Council Harmony FFA, FCA, Varsity Volleyball and Track. Addison is a Universal Cheerleading Association All-American and Co-Head Cheerleader. She was a former pageant dancer and Queen’s court attendant. Addison Jayne is the daughter of Marty and Megan Young of Gilmer. Addison’s grandparents include the late Jimmy and Eilene Young and Dr. Glenn and Jane Hickey.Addison’s future includes a Veterinary Medicine degree while cheering at the University of Oklahoma. Addison’s family is 5th generation Gilmer which includes former Yamboree Queens Natalie (Young) Gandy (58th) and Audrey Nolan (82nd).... Read More

THE RACE IS ON!

Monday, June 19, 2023

The 86th East Texas Queen's Race has officiall begun! The race will last from June 19-30, 2023. L-R: AnnMarie Perez-Dodd is representing the Lion's Club, Marlee Denise Mauldin is representing Beta Sigma Phi, Addison Jayne Young Addison Jayne Young proudly represents The Bluebonnet Literacy Club, Mallory Morgan Tate is representing the Iris Garden Club, Mallory Kay Bowin is representing the Twentieth Century Club, Madeline Jane Winn is proudly representing the Kiwanis Club of Gilmer and Melanie Rose Aguilar is representing the Gilmer Rotary Club. Please show your support if you see these ladies out and about.... Read More

Save the Date! 5-17-23

Tuesday, May 16, 2023

Join us as we congratulate the Gilmer Buckeyes Track team on their incredible season! The City Mayor, Tim Marshall will present the state trophy on the north side of the courthouse lawn on Wednesday, May 17th at 5:15 pm. Be there and Go Buckeyes!... Read More

Mining for Gold

Friday, May 12, 2023

The Buckeye Track Team collected points on the way to a Class 4A team title during the UIL Track Meet in Austin. Gilmer collected gold medals in the 400 relay, 800 relay and 100-mete dash to go along with a bronze finish in the discus and two crucial points in the final race of the night — the 1,600 relay — to finish with 58 total points. Thank you for representing our town, Boys!... Read More

2023 Gilmer Area Chamber of Commerce President

Monday, January 09, 2023

2023 Gilmer Area Chamber of Commerce President, Sara Kate Jenkins. I am a Gilmer native. After graduating high school, I have had many ventures with not knowing where I wanted to land in life. I have explored the medical field, aesthetics, event planning, emergency telecommunications, and office management. While working in emergency services I made the transition to Code Enforcement where my journey with the Chamber of Commerce and my community began. During my five years at the Chamber of Commerce I have volunteered in the organization and planning of several event. I have created the Annual Battle of the Businesses Softball Tournament where a portion of the proceeds benefit a local non-profit organization. My heart has always been in helping others, in fact I recall a conversation between my parents and third grade teacher where Mrs. Conway stated that, “Sara Kate is quite the helper to everyone in the class.” I look forward to what 2023 holds serving as your Chamber of Commerce President and what we get to do for our Community. Sara Kate Jenkins... Read More

Breakfast with Santa Bike Give Away winners

Monday, December 12, 2022

16 bicycles in various sizes were given away during the Annual Breakfast with Santa sponsored by Goudarzi & Young, LLP. Breakfast with Santa is part of the day long Yulefest celebration presented by the Gilmer Area Chamber of Commerce.... Read More

Fly like an Eagle

Friday, December 09, 2022

Several downtown business owners led by Chamber Director Gloria Mcluckie and several Eagles fans gathered on the square as the Harmony Eagles drove through downtown Gilmer and circled around the Upshur County Courthouse. The team was escorted by several emergency response units including Gilmer Fire Department, Gilmer Police, EMS, Harmony Fire Dept. and Holy Lake Fire Dept. The Eagles are on their way to Cypress, TX for the State Semi Final game against Poth Pirates,BEST of LUCK to the Harmony Eagles!... Read More

The coronation of Queen Yam Caroline Michelle Dean.

Wednesday, October 19, 2022

The coronation of Queen Yam Caroline Michelle Dean.... Read More

Winter Wonderland | Purse Bingo

Saturday, September 10, 2022

The Annual Chamber of Commerce Purse Bingo “Winter Wonderland” was held on Sept 10th 2022. The Yamboree Event Center was packed with a record breaking attendees. We’d like to thank our sponsors as well as the many volunteers for this successful event. Congratulations to our many winners! See you again next year! (Checkout Photo Gallery for more pictures fron the even... Read More

First National Bank of East Texas opens its new branch in Longview

Tuesday, August 16, 2022

Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting was held at the new FNBETX Longview location on August 16, 2022 at 11:30 am. Longview Chamber of Commerce, many friends and fellow bankers around the area attended the occasion. Guests enjoyed lunch catered by Newks of Longview after the Ribbon Cutting.... Read More

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