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FOOTHILLS—This week, the Carolina Foothills Chamber of Commerce announced the nominations for its Annual Awards Night, set for Thursday, January 30. The event will occur at the Foothills Equestrian Nature Center from 6 to 8 p.m. 

Chamber members and the local community are invited to celebrate the outstanding contributions of businesses and individuals in the region. 

This year’s awards spotlight remarkable entrepreneurs and leaders, featuring a range of categories. 

Business Owner or Organization Leader of the Year nominees are:

• Jesse Arnold and Kelly Martin, Old Crow Custom Tattoo
• Dr. Clay Baker, AlignLife
• Yvonne Bebber, P3
• Margot Carter, Thermal Belt Outreach Ministries
• Thomas Compton, Miss Tammy’s Little Learning Center
• Jonathan Fletcher, South Fork Tree Care
• Rhonda Giles, Vibes Massage and Spa
• Kristan Holbert, Red Mountain Hardware
• Gabrielle Horvath and Ryan Mesa, Back Alley Boutique
• Tristin Hyder, Haven Salon
• Geno Langley, Geno’s Crane Service
• Chuck Mattern, 80Six Gallery
• Alexa Moran, Dream Haven Farm
• Fanina Padykula, Foothills Movement
• Kathy and John Toomey, New View Realty

In addition to business accolades, the Chamber will honor exemplary community service. The nominees for the Duke Energy Citizenship and Service Award are:

• Ashworth Financial
• Lorna Dever
• Don Dicey
• Gabrielle Horvath
• Mike Karaman
• Ryan Mesa
• Alexa Moran
• Allan Purtill
• Dale Weiler
• Loti Woods

The awards also recognize the selfless efforts of local volunteers, highlighting individuals who have made significant impacts through their service. The Volunteer of the Year nominees are: 

• Yvonne Bebber
• Susan Bradley
• Lynn Chalmers
• Denny Crowe
• Alexa Moran
• Jessica Toney
• Kelly Vinesett
• Jean Wright

The Annual Awards Night promises to be a memorable event honoring the spirit of community collaboration and excellence. Local business leaders, residents, and friends are encouraged to attend and support these exceptional nominees. For more information on ticket sales, visit carolinafoothillschamber.com.