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DUE TO THE CORONAVIRUS, PLEASE CHECK WEBSITES FOR THE MOST UP-TO-DATE INFORMATION. WHAT’S NEWS IN CANON-MAC SOUTHPOINTE CEO ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCES 2020 SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM The Southpointe CEO Association (SPCEOA) announced that its 2020 scholarship program is now accepting applications. Celebrating and encouraging leadership development in business, community, and education, the SPCEOA will award up to two $5,000 scholarships to individuals who have demonstrated excellence in leadership and educational achievement. The program seeks to recognize Washington County residents who strive to improve their leadership skills and achieve higher levels of education. The SPCEOA Scholarship Program is open to individuals who are employees (or dependents of employees) of SPCEOA and/or Washington County Chamber of Commerce member organizations and reside in Washington County. The program was created to help provide support to those who seek to make a positive impact in the community through the completion of a college, post-graduate, or technical degree. The SPCEOA awards the two scholarships in honor of Jack B. Piatt, Founder and Chairman of Millcraft Investments and founder of the Southpointe CEO Association. “The Southpointe CEO Association is proud to offer this scholarship opportunity to outstanding students and emerging leaders in Washington County,” said Association President Dr. David Mariner. “We have no doubt that the candidates for 2020 will continue to raise the bar and develop into future leaders in our county. We are also thrilled to recognize and honor Mr. Piatt for his contributions to the development of Southpointe and Washington County.” The full scholarship application criteria and submission guidelines are available at the SPCEOA website: washcochamber. com/southpointe-ceo. The deadline for applications is Tuesday, Apr. 30, by 4:00 p.m. Applications postmarked or 8 724.942.0940 TO ADVERTISE ❘ electronic applications received after the deadline will not be considered. The scholarship awards will be announced in May. The Southpointe CEO Association, a nonprofit organization formed in 1997, is dedicated to advancing the interests of businesses and businesspeople located in and around Southpointe. In keeping with the theme of public/private partnerships that built Southpointe, the association brings together local, regional and national business leaders as well as government officials from all levels to build upon the region’s business success. The Southpointe CEO Association is a partner of the Washington County Chamber of Commerce. Learn more at washcochamber.com/southpointe-ceo. WASHINGTON COUNTY TOURISM PROMOTION AGENCY ANNOUNCES NEARLY $100K IN INVESTMENTS Washington County, which is home to some of the country’s finest historical and cultural attractions, continues to lead the region in both economic and tourism growth. To demonstrate this growth and tourism’s impact on economic development, the Washington County Tourism Promotion Agency announced $99,657 in new tourism investments. The agency was joined by the Washington County Commissioners and representatives of the county’s tourism attractions at an event held at The Spring House. “Washington County’s economy is not only being driven by energy, education and advanced manufacturing, but by a strong tourism industry. In fact, tourism continues to be one of the largest industries in the county with over $700 million in direct visitor spending and supporting nearly 6,000 jobs, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Community & icmags.com Economic Development,” said Jeff Kotula, President of the Washington County Tourism Promotion Agency. “These new investments in our tourism assets and attractions will support additional economic growth and increase our quality of life, attracting more leisure and business visitors as well as residents to our county.” Washington County Tourism Grant Program January 2020 – December 2020 n Capital Projects Little Lake Theatre Company • Interior Renovations  $3,974.00 Pennsylvania Trolley Museum • Washington County Fairgrounds Trolley Platform Shelter $25,000.00 West Alexander Agricultural Association • Handicapped parking area improvements  $10,000.00  Subtotal: $38,974.00 n Marketing Programs Cherry Valley Organics • 2020 Promotional Campaign $5,000.00 Houston Pumpkin Festival • 2020 Promotional Campaign $2,300.00 Little Lake Theatre Company • 2020 Promotional Campaign $12,135.00 Mon Valley Academy for the Arts • Summer Concert in the Park Series $2,250.00 Washington County Family Entertainment • 2020 Concert Series  $20,000.00 Washington County Heritage Alliance • Promotional Material Development $9,522.00 Washington Symphonic Orchestra • 2020 Concert Series $9,476.00  Subtotal: $60,683.00 Total: $99,657.00 The Washington County Tourism Promotion Agency is a 501(c)(6) nonprofit corporation that engages in the planning and promotion of