Unicoi County Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner returns March 5

Business and community leaders will soon gather for the 21st annual Unicoi County Chamber of Commerce Dinner in Unicoi. The Unicoi County Chamber of Commerce invites Chamber members and the community to attend the dinner on Thursday, March 5, at Appalachian Christian Camp, located at 512 Cross Circle in Unicoi. The Annual Dinner is the Chamber's signature event and serves as its premier gathering of the year, bringing together business leaders, community partners and supporters for an evening of recognition, reflection and celebration, according to a press release from the Chamber. "The Annual Chamber Dinner is a meaningful opportunity for us to come together as a business and community family," said Amanda Delp, executive director of the Unicoi County Chamber of Commerce. "It allows us to reflect on where we've been, celebrate those making a difference and share our vision for the year ahead." The Chamber said it is grateful for the continued support of BWXT–Nuclear Fuel Services, a longtime sponsor of the Annual Dinner whose partnership helps make the event possible. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m., giving guests time to enjoy a silent auction and network prior to dinner service, which will begin promptly at 6:30 p.m., according to the release. The evening will feature entertainment, community celebration and the presentation of the Best of Unicoi County Awards, honoring outstanding businesses, organizations and individuals who have demonstrated excellence and made a meaningful impact within Unicoi County. The event also provides an opportunity for the Chamber to highlight accomplishments from the past year and outline goals and initiatives for the year ahead, according to the release. "Our Chamber Dinner is not just about awards — it's about celebrating the people and partnerships that strengthen Unicoi County," Delp added. "This night is a reflection of the pride we have in our local businesses, organizations and community leaders who continue to invest in our county." Tickets for the event are $50 per person, with tables of eight available for $350. Reservations may be made by contacting the Unicoi County Chamber of Commerce office at (423) 743-3000 or by email at amanda@unicoicounty.org. The Chamber encourages those interested to reserve their tickets early, according to the release.