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Published May 16, 2008 11:09 am - Oklahoma’s favorite son, Will Rogers, wrote in a final newspaper column: “Kinder [sic] like it is now, we never know when we are doing well until after later.” Community growth 'by design' n The Tahlequah Area Chamber of Commerce honored locals who have made an impact in the community during the past year. By JOSH NEWTON TAHLEQUAH DAILY PRESS — Oklahoma’s favorite son, Will Rogers, wrote in a final newspaper column: “Kinder [sic] like it is now, we never know when we are doing well until after later.”
Keynote speaker Jay Hannah’s charge to the community Thursday night was to take pride now. “I say, don’t wait to be proud of the Chamber of Commerce,” Hannah said. Hannah lauded the work of local officials during Thursday night’s Tahlequah Area Chamber of Commerce Awards Banquet and Recognition Ceremony, the biggest fundraiser of the year for the organization.
Hannah, a former Tahlequah bank president and Chamber official, told the audience a community’s future is only as good as its actions of today. He said the industrial growth has been good for the community. “There is a reason they [companies] chose Tahlequah,” said Hannah. “I would boldly say it was by design, not happenstance.” Tahlequah, as part of the overall rural Oklahoma picture, continues to thrive, he said, and look forward to an even better tomorrow. “What makes Oklahoma strong does not necessarily emanate from Oklahoma City or Tulsa,” he said. “It’s the spirit of community found in cities just like Tahlequah.” The Chamber’s voice, he said, “is one of inclusion.” “Working together is like sweeping a dirt floor,” said Hannah. “It must be done every day.” Chamber Executive Director David Moore said the Chamber has had an “amazing” year. “The city was named one of the top 10 fastest-growing communities in the state,” said Moore. “The word is out, and our growth continues.” 
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