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Source: Phelps County Focus

Nominations are still open for the 2027 Rolla Area Chamber of Commerce annual awards. Award recipients will be recognized at the annual Awards Banquet on Saturday, Jan.16, 2027. This is an opportunity for chamber members to recognize the outstanding businesses, individuals and organizations that go above and beyond to make a difference in the community. This is also an opportunity for businesses to join the chamber and participate in this annual celebration, as well as other chamber events throughout the year. Award categories are: Business of the Year Small Business of the Year Emerging Business Entrepreneur of the Year Executive of the Year Nonprofit of the Year Annual Achievement Award Spirit of Rolla Award Edmund Ward Bishop Award Tourism Champion Award 5 Under 45 Award (sponsored by Phelps County Bank) If you are ready to recognize someone deserving, go to the chamber website and click on SUBMIT AN ANNUAL AWARD NOMINATION or SUBMIT A 5 UNDER 45 NOMINATION.

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