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This page is a reference for past media features and a resource for those wanting to quickly learn more about the Hartford City Chamber of Commerce.
Media inquiries should be directed to:
Tim Norris Jr.
Director of Business Development
Hartford City Chamber of Commerce
HartfordCityChamber@yahoo.com
(765) 303-2077
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12-3-25
Fourth Friday founder, Ashley Laurence names Dustin Maddox as new President. Sirron Resource Partners helps with transition to LLC.
12-1-25
December Business of the Month.
Over 40 events and lots of updates, all at one link.
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You can also read it online at HartfordCityChamber.com or on the Events page of BlackfordDirectory.com
11-29-25
Over 70 Businesses and organizations were represented on our Shop Blackford Saturday Shop Hop!
11-20-25
Click the poster to read more or the button to watch the video.
11-13-25
Eastern Indiana Works invited local businesses to participate in the College & Career Fair. Click the poster to read more or the button for pictures on the Eastern Indiana Works Facebook page.
11-7-25
Heritage Award: Don Rogers
Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award: Kaden Khayyata
Business of the Year Award: Apple & Sons Lawn Care
Community Leadership Award: Max Richardson
Community Champion Award: Dustin George
Paul Kraus Entrepreneurial Champion Award, presented by the Blackford Directory: Ashley Marie Laurence
10-14-25
SEO from A to Z : From Clicks to Conversion
Presented by Kaden Khayyata, AMM, CES
Kaden has a national designation in auction marketing management and state education license for auctioneering, bringing unique materials and experience to teach us about getting our businesses and organizations seen on internet search providers.
Kaden is also the newest member of the Hartford City Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors.
10-11-25
Click the poster to read more or the button to watch the video.
9-27-25
Our Director of Business Development live with Ed Thurman on WPGW at the first ever Flavor & Savor Food Festival.
9-24-25
Homecoming Business Decorating Contest, welcome, Kaden Khayyata to the Chamber Board of Directors, food drive, fish fry, food festival, and murder mystery.
The Grave Talks Podcast
The Grave Talks Podcast
9-10-25
Carol Hughes interviews our Director of Business Development about the economic impact of paranormal tourism in Blackford County on The Grave Talks podcast.
9-9-25
Monthly Lunch-N-Learn session from the Blackford Directory at City Hall in Hartford City.
New programs from the Hartford City Chamber of Commerce, how they benefit your business or organization, and how these changes tie into larger collaborations we are fostering throughout the community.
8-21-25
Monthly meeting of the Blackford County Small Business Group. Introducing This Is Us - Hartford City
8-14-25
Hartford City Chamber of Commerce President, Ashley Marie Laurence and Chamber Director of Business Development, Tim Norris Jr traveled to the Indiana State Fair at the invitation of Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales.
8-12-25
Monthly Lunch-N-Learn session from the Blackford Directory at City Hall in Hartford City.
Introducing This Is Us - Hartford City
7-16-25
It was our pleasure to welcome Secretary of State Diego Morales to our great Blackford Co. 4-H & Open Fair on behalf of the Hartford City Chamber of Commerce and Blackford Directory.
6-17-25
The Squatch and Ashley Show, Episode 12
Our Hartford City Chamber of Commerce President, Ashley Laurence co-host The Squatch and Ashley Show with (Squatch) local business owner Shane Smith.
6-13-25
Our first bowling night of the year at Northside Lanes.
Lane/Door Prize Sponsors:
ADM Custom Creations LLC
Crownpointe Communities
The Waters of Hartford City
Via Credit Union
Shop Blackford
Kaden Khayyata - Loy Real Estate and Auction
Citizens State Bank
6-2-25
The Squatch and Ashley Show, Episode 11
Franny Tremmel of Flavor Imperium joins our Hartford City Chamber of Commerce President, Ashley Laurence and (Squatch) local business owner Shane Smith to discuss Blackford Count's newest event, Flavor & Savor Food Festival.
5-27-25
The Squatch & Ashley Show Ep. 10, "A Little Time with Tim"
Squatch interviews our Director of Business Development about all things Blackford!
5-22-25
Blackford County Small Business Group Meeting
Special Guest: Mike Cassidy, Author of The Profitable Entrepreneur
5-19-25
The Squatch and Ashley Show, Episode 9
Ashley doesn't interview our Directory of Business Development, find out why on Episode 9.
5-5-25
The Squatch and Ashley Show, Episode 8
Elijah Batten tells Squatch and Ashley about his art, returning to Hartford City to join Journey North Tattoo Co, and the formation of Ride With Us - HC & Ride With Us Montpelier.
4-28-25
The Squatch and Ashley Show, Episode 7
Learn more about our Hartford City Chamber of Commerce President, Ashley Laurence on Episode 7, "The Book of Ashley".
4-21-25
The Squatch and Ashley Show, Episode 6
Tyler Hunt to talks about the Blackford Disc Golf Course with Hartford City Chamber of Commerce President, Ashley Laurence and (Squatch) local business owner Shane Smith.
4-14-25
The Squatch and Ashley Show, Episode 5
Hartford City Mayor, Dan Eckstein sits down with our Hartford City Chamber of Commerce President, Ashley Laurence and (Squatch) local business owner Shane Smith.
3-31-25
The Squatch and Ashley Show, Episode 3
The duo talks about the future of the fairgrounds, the new Hartford City Hometown Days festival, and Ashley finally lets loose a bit.
Flyer Paranormal Interview
Flyer Paranormal Interview
3-28-25
Flyer Paranormal LLC interviews our Director of Business Development about the economic impact of paranormal tourism in Blackford County.
3-24-25
The Squatch and Ashley Show, Episode 2
Our Hartford City Chamber of Commerce President, Ashley Laurence co-host The Squatch and Ashley Show with (Squatch) local business owner Shane Smith.
Squatch & Ashley discuss Hartford City Happenings, Small Business Meeting "Drama", and some future plans for our Blackford County 4H Fairgrounds.
3-17-25
The Squatch and Ashley Show, Episode 1
Our Hartford City Chamber of Commerce President, Ashley Laurence co-host The Squatch and Ashley Show with (Squatch) local business owner Shane Smith.
2-20-25
Businesses, managers, organizations, media, prospective entrepreneurs, local agencies, everyone is welcome. Bring your business cards & bring a friend!
2-20-25
The February Blackford County Small Business Group meeting included a question & answer session with Pam & Tammy from Elite Tax Service and Bookkeeping Inc, a delicious meal catered by Hartford City Meat and Deli, and an award for Paul Kraus of PK Heating and Cooling LLC from the Blackford Directory.
2-14-25
Granny's Bloomers & Faith And Frills Boutique and Salon Ribbon Cutting
1-24-25
On the fourth Friday of 2025, the Tim Norris from the Blackford Directory honored Ashley Laurence and Debbie Black for their contribution to the success of Fourth Friday during an informal gathering at Hartford City American Legion.
1-15-25
January Business of the Month, Raymond James! nuary Business of the Month, Robert Taylor, Raymond James - Hartford City
5 Star Smoke Shop Ribbon Cutting
5 Star Smoke Shop Ribbon Cutting
1-10-25
Blackford County Small Business Group Meeting
Special Guest: Mike Cassidy, Author of The Profitable Entrepreneur
Changes for the Chamber in 2025
Changes for the Chamber in 2025
12-23-24
Press release announcing changes for the chamber structure in 2025, including a new Director of Business Development.
12-16-24
December Business of the Month, Rivera's Mexican Taqueria
5-22-24
Ribbon Cutting Celebration at Radiant Health in Hartford City.
Podcasts
Podcasts
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Appearances from our Director of Business Development on The Squatch and Ashley Show, The Schick Show, and The Grave Talks podcasts available, all on one playlist.
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