Holiday

It’s the Final Countdown

It’s the Final Countdown

Procrastinators Unite! BY: RACHEL WUMKES The holiday season really tends to bring out the inner workings of people, doesn’t it?  You’ve got “Super-Organized Susie” over in one corner.  She made a list in September and all her gifts are wrapped in color-coded paper and donned with intricate bows.  She’s organized, punctual...

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Why Shop Small for the Holidays?

Why Shop Small for the Holidays?

Because it’s a big deal… that’s why! BY: RACHEL WUMKES There’s something special about shopping at a small business.  A sense of adventure as you pass through their doors and begin to explore.  You just never know what beauties you’ll uncover, or the trinkets you may find.  In fact, I bet the perfect gift you’ve been...

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4th of July: A Food-Lovers Dream

4th of July: A Food-Lovers Dream

Count Memories… Not Calories BY: RACHEL WUMKES There are so many things to love about the 4th of July in Clear Lake.  The parade down Main Avenue.  Evans United Carnival in the park.  Enjoying an afternoon in the Bingo tent with friends.  Appreciating an evening of live music at the bandshell. But my favorite part? Hands...

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Celebrating Easter in Clear Lake

Celebrating Easter in Clear Lake

Colored eggs and candy and Jesus – oh my! BY: RACHEL WUMKES The holiday of Easter is commonly known by Christians as the celebration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ after he died on the cross at Calvary.  The entire week – Holy Week – is a sacred event where many people reflect on life, often fasting as they go deep...

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The Answer to all your Questions

The Answer to all your Questions

BY: RACHEL WUMKES As we are on the official Eve of our 4th of July Extravaganza, downtown Clear Lake is a buzz of activity.  Set up is well underway as crews prepare for the carnival to open on Wednesday at 5PM.  As you can imagine, the Chamber team is a flurry of running errands, completing last minute preparations, and...

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Counting Down the Days

Counting Down the Days

BY: RACHEL WUMKES I’d like to make it known for the record that I, Rachel Wumkes, a forty-year-old woman of sound mind, has made a paper chain. Yes, you read that correctly.  A paper chain.  Just like the one my Kindergartener made last winter to countdown the days until Christmas.  It hangs proudly from the side of my...

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