FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Chamber of Commerce Hosts 9th Annual Ag Appreciation Banquet

BILLINGS, MT., February 8, 2006/ The Chamber is hosting the 9th Annual Ag Appreciation Banquet designed to recognize and thank those involved in agriculture in our area. The banquet takes place Friday, February 17th, 6-9:30pm, at the Holiday Inn Convention Center.

The evening will begin with a cocktail hour at 6pm followed by a prime rib dinner served at 7pm. Accomplished writer and performer, Gordy Pratt, the fabulous “One Guy”, will be the nights featured entertainer. Pratt has 35 years experience in the entertainment business and does over a hundred shows a year for corporations, associations, and other special events. He has appeared on ABC’s Good Morning America and has opened for artists such as Kenny Chesney, Michael Martin Murphey, Glen Campbell, and the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band.

Tables are filling fast! Join us in acknowledging the positive impact agriculture has on our community. For more information about the Ag Banquet or to reserve your table, contact the Chamber at (406) 245-4111. The Chamber is also accepting donations for door prizes and drawings that will be given away throughout the evening.

The Ag Appreciation Banquet is sponsored by the following: First Interstate Bank; Stockman Bank, KTVQ; Northwest Farm Credit Services; Warnes Financial Group; D.A. Davidson; KGHL; Fish, Wildlife & Parks; Yellowstone Bank; and Cargill.

About the Billings Chamber: The Billings Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit organization devoted to the development of a strong business climate and healthy economy by serving as a business advocate for the Billings area. The Chamber is comprised of business and professional people working together to make Billings a better place to live and work.

“Our Vision is to achieve excellence in community leadership and growth.”

“Our Mission is to develop a strong business climate and vibrant economy by serving the community in a leadership role thereby enhancing the quality of life.”

Contact:
Lissa Egan
Communications Manager
Billings Chamber of Commerce
Phone: (406) 245-4111
lissa@billingschamber.com