BY: RACHEL WUMKES Since I started this writing gig at the Chamber (five years ago this week!), it’s funny how people’s perception of me have changed. Instantaneously, they think I’ve become this mecca of knowledge about all the events and activities happening around town. I’m constantly asked, ‘when is that?’ or ‘what...
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photocredit: twitter.com BY: RACHEL SMITH It’s almost that time of year again. The time where visitors flock to our area, often for lengthy visits. The time where our streets are busier, where our population increases drastically. Another spring, summer and fall are on the horizon, filled with fantastic events, camping...
BY: RACHEL SMITH It’s coming. Creeping up on us like a stealth cat hunting its prey. Soon, it will be here. Soon, it will be the day. And it will be AWESOME!!!! Have you ever been to Harvest Festival in Clear Lake before? No? Well then, you just sit back and let me enlighten you. I’d like to consider myself...
photocredit: clubpenguin.wikia.com BY: RACHEL SMITH Each year, the Globe Gazette polls the masses to find their Reader’s Choice in about every category imaginable. This year, the Clear Lake Area Chamber was on the winning end for three of our major events. THREE! That’s absolutely incredible and such an honor. ...
photocredit: wisesnacks.com BY: RACHEL SMITH So… as I’m working on a fun story about the young generation growing up in Clear Lake and what the Winter Dance Party means to them, my mind began to wander. SQUIRREL!! Yes, just like that. Once upon a time, I had impeccable focus. Then I added more writing to my...
BY: RACHEL SMITH And boy, oh boy will it ever be lovely weather. I can remember some years being so cold it felt like my jeans were literally frozen to my legs. Watching the parade and fireworks while wiping the ever-constant runny noses of my children because of the intense cold. And I remember snow, snow and more...
