Nancy Schillo Connects with Nell Gantt Brown and Nicole to Celebrate Their Business and Community Impact

From quality sewing and alterations to a family legacy of community service, Nell Gantt Brown and Nicole of Altered Ego are making their mark in Comer. Chamber Ambassador Nancy Schillo recently visited the mother-daughter duo to learn more about their business, their community connections, and the meaningful work they continue to do throughout Madison County.

Helping clients navigate life’s transitions with trusted support for organizing, pricing, marketing, and hosting estate sales.

Grandma’s Got It Past & Presents is expanding its services to include full-service estate sales, offering a helping hand to individuals and families who are downsizing, managing an estate, or preparing a home for the market.

Five emerging leaders recognized for their professional accomplishments, community involvement, and commitment to Madison County’s future.

Meet the five outstanding young professionals selected for the Madison County Chamber of Commerce’s 2026 Top 5 in 5 recognition, celebrating the leaders helping shape our community’s future.

October is National Pet Wellness Month, and Comer Vet is helping pets get on the path to a healthier weight.

Your pet’s weight can have a big impact on their overall health. This October, Comer Veterinary Hospital is offering pet food scoops with wellness appointments, while supplies last, plus a Nutrition Plan Challenge to help pets reach and maintain a healthier weight. Learn how a personalized nutrition plan, regular check ins, and a little encouragement can make a big difference for your four legged family member

Get Your Herd Ready for Breeding Season: Take advantage of the Cattle Pre Breeding Special from October 1 through November 30.

Set your herd up for a successful breeding season with pre breeding vaccines, deworming, and late season fly control. Through November 30, choose one free BSE or receive $65 off your trip fee when you schedule this special at any CLS branch. Be sure to request the Cattle Pre Breeding Special when booking your appointment.

From World Series history to Hispanic Heritage celebrations, there is plenty to discover this fall.

Fall is in the air at the Madison County Library! This season brings opportunities to learn, connect, and enjoy something new, including a look at the history of the World Series and a special Hispanic Heritage celebration featuring music and poetry.

A sweet taste of North Georgia, featuring three varieties of locally made raw honey.

Looking for a thoughtful gift with a true local touch? Trinity Oaks Bee Company’s North Georgia Honey Trio Gift Box features three full size, one pound bottles of raw honey, including Madison County wildflower, mountain wildflower, and classic sourwood honey. Perfect for holiday gifting, client appreciation, employees, teachers, and anyone who loves a little something sweet.

A Free, Self-Paced Resource from NAMI

MART is sharing this free NAMI training to help individuals build confidence, reduce stigma, and better navigate conversations about mental health in the workplace.

A new community resource in Danielsville is helping put books into the hands of readers of all ages.

Take a book, leave a book, or simply stop by and explore. Oconee Lending Group's new Free Little Library is now open to the community and available anytime.

MOAS faces a critical financial shortfall and is calling on the community to help sustain essential, life-saving animal shelter services.

After serving Madison and Oglethorpe counties for more than two decades, the Madison-Oglethorpe Animal Shelter is facing a financial crisis that could force the shelter to close this fall. MOAS is asking the community to come together through donations, memberships, fundraising efforts, volunteering, fostering, and other forms of support to help keep the shelter open and continue caring for local animals.

Celebrating the local businesses and organizations making an impact across Northeast Georgia

The Madison County Chamber of Commerce proudly congratulates our Chamber members recognized in the 2026 Athens Community’s Choice Awards, celebrating businesses and organizations that help make the Athens area a great place to live, work, and visit.

State President Katie Stanley's Special Project brings meaningful support to a mission dedicated to hope, resilience, and recovery.

Thanks to the incredible generosity of VFW Auxiliary members across Georgia, The Ranch at Spirit Ridge will continue expanding its life-changing programs for Veterans, First Responders, and individuals overcoming trauma.

Hull, GA native brought “Don’t Mess with Exes” to life at beloved local landmark in 2023

In 2023, country music artist and songwriter Mackenzie Carpenter returned to her hometown roots to film her music video “Don’t Mess with Exes” at Billy Meadows Hotdog Station. A proud Hull, Georgia native, Carpenter chose a place filled with personal memories, making the project a true Madison County moment.

Longtime Chamber member continues a tradition of excellence, earning national recognition while serving the agricultural community of Northeast Georgia.

Congratulations to Southland Power Fence, Feed & Equipment Co., Inc. for once again being recognized as one of the nation's Top 10 Priefert Dealers. This achievement reflects their unwavering commitment to quality products, trusted expertise, and exceptional customer service that farmers and landowners have relied on for years.

ESP launches Phase 1 of its most ambitious project yet, creating a place of belonging, rest, and inclusion for individuals of all abilities and their families

Extra Special People (ESP) has officially broken ground on Camp Hooray in Jackson County, marking the beginning of Phase 1 of a transformational new retreat and day camp space designed to serve individuals of all abilities and their families.

Madison County Chamber Ambassador discovers the scale, mission, and community impact of a regional hunger relief organization in Athens

As a Chamber Ambassador, I recently visited the Northeast Georgia Food Bank in Athens while delivering a new member plaque and was surprised by the scale of their 37-acre campus. What I expected to be a simple warehouse turned out to be a full regional hub supporting hunger relief, nutrition education, and nonprofit partnerships across Northeast Georgia.

Local real estate leaders reflect on decades of helping families achieve homeownership while celebrating their son’s growing success in film and television

The Shupe Team highlights their long-standing commitment to helping families across Georgia and Florida achieve homeownership, while proudly celebrating Madison County graduate, MADICO MADE student, Christian Shupe’s role in the hit series County Rescue.

Statewide education funding milestone surpasses $30 billion, supporting thousands of local HOPE Scholarship recipients and Pre-K students.

Since the Georgia Lottery's inception, more than 6,700 Madison County students have received HOPE Scholarships and nearly 4,000 children have benefited from Georgia Pre-K, representing a combined local investment of more than $53.9 million in educational opportunities.

New community-wide initiative focuses on strengthening literacy skills from birth through age 5 and preparing children for lifelong success.

The Madison County Board of Education has received a grant to launch Reader Nation, a collaborative effort uniting families, educators, childcare providers, and community partners around early literacy. Learn more about this exciting initiative and discover the first simple tip families can use this summer to support young readers: Stop Scrolling and Start Talking.

More than 30 Madison County High School seniors applied for the 2026 scholarships honoring educational achievement and workforce development.

Thanks to the support of Chamber partners and Foundation Fellows, the Madison County Chamber of Commerce Foundation awarded four scholarships to graduating seniors pursuing both traditional four-year and technical college pathways.

Mercy Health Center has unveiled a new logo in celebration of its 25th anniversary, honoring its history while positioning the organization for continued growth.

Small businesses are not too small to be a target — they're increasingly the preferred one.

Small businesses across Madison County face a familiar challenge: keeping operations efficient without adding unnecessary complexity.

A letter from our Chamber President and CEO

Madison County Chamber of Commerce Co-Host STAR Student Breakfast with Madison County Rotary Club

This article explores practical methods to enhance interdepartmental communication, ensuring that every team member is aligned and engaged.

Local businesses in the Madison County Chamber of Commerce community often ask whether traditional direct mail still has a place in a fast-moving digital economy.

You’re scaling. Maybe you just closed your first round.

There’s no such thing as a truly recession-proof business, but that doesn’t mean owners are powerless when the economy takes a dive. With economic downturns cycling through every decade, it's less about dodging the blow and more about bracing for impact with a strategy that keeps the doors open and the lights on.

Late customer payments need to be managed with a mix of firmness and understanding to maintain healthy relationships.

The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) mandates that businesses in Athens-Clarke County disclose their Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) to the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN).

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Dental implants are the replacements for natural teeth in the mouth. Implants provide a strong foundation for fixed or removable bridges or dentures.

You can receive a dental checkup and cleaning near Athens, GA for only $25.

Doctors Network, an innovative online startup in the healthcare sector, is making access to affordable healthcare possible for patients while providing value for local physicians and dentists.

New Event Space Available for Rent

The Chamber was excited to hold a ribbon cutting ceremony for our new local business, and Chamber Members, Lightning Liquidation!

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