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Credit Union of America Awards Golf Cart to Winner of Hays Grand Opening Giveaway
Credit Union of America (CUA) awarded a golf cart to Jeffery Schoenberger on April 17 as the winner of a giveaway held in celebration of the credit union’s new branch in Hays. Schoenberger earned his winning entry by refinancing an auto loan with Credit Union of America through Refi & Ride, a promotion created to help members lower their auto loan rate through refinancing. The promotion highlighted an area where Credit Union of America brings proven value to members: auto lending. Credit Union of America
Homestead of Hays Achieves Deficiency-Free Survey, Setting the Standard for Assisted Living in Hays
Homestead of Hays is proud to announce it has achieved a deficiency-free survey from the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS). As of writing, Homestead of Hays is the only assisted living community in Hays, Kansas to have received a perfect state survey on its most recent inspection. A deficiency-free survey indicates that a community has met all state regulatory requirements without a single citation. This is a rare accomplishment that reflects exceptional attention to detail,
Digital Marketing on a Budget: What Actually Works for Hays Businesses
Running a business in Hays means being resourceful — and your marketing plan should be no different. Effective digital marketing doesn't require a big agency retainer or a five-figure ad spend. The right combination of free tools, targeted effort, and smart content strategy can deliver results that rival campaigns costing ten times more. For the 545+ businesses in the Chamber in Hays network, this matters. Most aren't national brands with dedicated marketing departments — they're local shops, service
Celebrating the 5th Annual Kansas Lek Treks Prairie-Chicken in Hays, Kansas
Audubon of Kansas (AOK) is excited to announce the 5th Annual Kansas Lek Treks Prairie-Chicken Festival, returning to Hays, Kansas, April 9–12, 2026. Each spring, Greater and Lesser Prairie-Chickens take center stage during their peak breeding season. Visitors can witness dramatic displays and fierce competitions as males dance, boom, and battle to impress visiting females. This one-of-a-kind experience offers birdwatchers an up-close look at one of North America’s most vibrant and unique wildlife
From Stuck to Streamlined: Breaking Free from Hidden Business Friction
When you’re running a business, the biggest roadblocks aren’t always dramatic—they’re often silent time-thieves: approval delays, inefficient tools, legacy processes. Over time, these invisible hurdles stack up, draining your team’s focus and energy. If you're in a critical transition—hiring, expanding, or launching something new—those drag points only intensify. Tackling these operational bottlenecks early frees up momentum for growth and helps business owners operate with more confidence, clarity, and
Essential Factors to Consider When Opening a Franchise
Opening a franchise can be an exciting and lucrative business opportunity. With the support of a proven business model and an established brand, the potential for success may seem certain. However, before jumping into this venture, it’s crucial to consider several factors to ensure the right choice is made. The decision to open a franchise should be based on a thorough evaluation of not just the financials but the operational, legal, and personal factors that will affect the long-term performance of your
Senior Living Apartments OPEN HOUSE at St. John's Place
Now that St. John's Place Sr Living Apartments are 100% complete on the interior, the Victoria Community Coalition (VCC) will be hosting an Open House!!Sunday, August 3rd 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. We invite everyone to come out and see the progress that has been made on the renovation as well as ideas for the vacant areas of the building.
Rethinking Customer Engagement for Small Businesses
Customer engagement used to mean smiling behind a counter or remembering someone’s name when they walked in. That’s no longer enough. In a landscape where attention is currency and loyalty is fragile, small businesses face a complex challenge: how to connect in ways that resonate without coming off as just another marketing pitch. Navigating that line—between being familiar and being strategic—has become an essential survival skill. Designing Experiences, Not Just Interactions It’s no longer about
Classic Marketing Techniques That Still Drive Success
In an age where digital marketing often seems to dominate the conversation, it’s easy to overlook the timeless strategies that have been delivering incredible results for decades. While new technologies and platforms arise, certain tried-and-true methods continue to prove their worth in a marketer’s toolkit. These strategies have stood the test of time, consistently driving engagement, conversions, and ROI. This article delves into these enduring marketing tactics, revealing how they can still be as
Adobe Acrobat AI Assistant: All You Have to Do Is Ask Acrobat’s Generative AI Document & PDF Tool
Adobe Acrobat has long been an invaluable tool for business owners, entrepreneurs, and employees all over the world thanks to its wide array of PDF generation and editing tools. Now, Acrobat AI Assistant offers new benefits for businesses of all sizes. Acrobat AI Assistant’s revolutionary software can transform your business with its incredible features: Intelligent Search and Retrieval: Entrepreneurs frequently need to access specific information buried within a vast collection of documents. The
