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Wednesday, April 23, 2025
For Immediate Release Choctawhatchee Electric Cooperative P.O. Box 512 DeFuniak Springs, FL 32435 www.chelco.com Communications & Community Affairs communications@chelco.com CHELCO hosts Annual Meeting, updates and scholarships announced DeFuniak Springs (April 23, 2025) – Choctawhatchee Electric Cooperative, Inc. (CHELCO) hosted its Annual Meeting at Freeport High School on Saturday, ...read more
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Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Contact: Summer PadgettContent and Public Relations SpecialistWalton County TourismSummer@WCFLTourism.com (850) 267-1216   Walton County Tourism celebrates National Travel and Tourism Week May 4-10 WALTON COUNTY, Fla. – April 22 – Walton County Tourism is celebrating National Travel and Tourism Week May 4 – 10 with informative events and activities highlighting how tourism supports ...read more
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Tuesday, April 15, 2025
For Immediate Release Choctawhatchee Electric Cooperative P.O. Box 512 DeFuniak Springs, FL 32435 www.chelco.com Communications & Community Affairs communications@chelco.comCHELCO announces distribution rate adjustment to keep pace with growth and rising costsDeFuniak Springs (April 15, 2025) – Choctawhatchee Electric Cooperative, Inc. (CHELCO) has announced a distribution rate adjustment, ...read more
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Friday, April 04, 2025
DEFUNIAK SPRINGS, Fla. – Builders FirstSource (BFS) is celebrating the grand opening for its new truss plant in DeFuniak Springs, Fla. Contractors, subcontractors and other specialists in the building industry are invited to tour the new facility and learn more about Builders FirstSource’s products and services on Thursday, May 8th from 4 to 7 p.m. at 205 Progress Lane in DeFuniak Springs. The ...read more
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Wednesday, January 15, 2025
Embarking on a business venture demands more than just enthusiasm; it requires a strategic approach to defining clear objectives. As an entrepreneur, setting precise goals is essential for steering your business toward success. This involves understanding your market, crafting a compelling brand narrative, and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory standards. By focusing on these critical ...read more
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Monday, December 09, 2024
The Corporate Transparency Act may require certain U.S. companies to disclose beneficial ownership information to FinCEN to combat financial crimes. While a Texas federal district court’s preliminary injunction puts this requirement on hold, many experts expect that to be overturned. In that event, failure to file could lead to fines of $500 per day, up to a maximum of $10,000, and possible ...read more
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Thursday, September 05, 2024
Feeling stuck in your career can be a frustrating and disheartening experience, often leaving you questioning your direction and future prospects. This sense of stagnation can build up over time, making it difficult to envision a path forward. However, the decision to seek out a new career is the first step toward revitalizing your professional life. By focusing on self-assessment, exploring ...read more
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Thursday, October 19, 2023
Adobe Acrobat is a versatile software suite that offers a wide range of benefits for small and local businesses. From document management to collaboration and security features, Acrobat is an indispensable tool for organizations of all sizes for many reasons:   Efficient Document Management: Acrobat provides robust document management capabilities, allowing businesses to create, edit, ...read more
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Monday, September 11, 2023
Nowadays, many people prefer remote work. There are a lot of benefits to allowing people to work from home, including more productivity and happiness for the workers. When building a remote team, however, you have to take extra effort to ensure the team stays effective. Here’s some advice for helping you find success with your remote team.   1. Pick Ideal Work for Remote Teams According ...read more
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