During a recent government meeting, key updates were shared regarding community events and tourism impact.

The first highlight was the announcement of two upcoming events: a business fair for children and a series of community meetings. The children's business fair, scheduled for October 12th from 8 AM to 1 PM at Central Park, aims to provide kids aged 18 and under with a hands-on experience in entrepreneurship. Parents are encouraged to assist their children as they set up and sell their products. Registration for the event can be done in person at The Kid's Closet or online.

Additionally, community meetings will take place at Iron and Oak on the 3rd from 8:30 to 10 AM, and at the chamber on the 4th from 5:30 to 7 PM. Details about these meetings will be available on the official website soon.

In terms of tourism, the meeting revealed that the direct economic impact from visitors in 2023 reached approximately $7.7 million, with an average daily tourism tax of $21,192 in expenditures. This marks an improvement in visitor spending compared to previous months, indicating a positive trend in the local economy.

Overall, the meeting underscored the importance of community engagement through events and the growing economic benefits of tourism in the area. Further details on the events and tourism statistics will be made available on the government website in the coming days.