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Hancock County hosts 2024 Salute to Business and Industry Awards Gala

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August 31, 2024

www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2024-08-31 11:00:46

SUMMARY: Hancock County celebrated local business and community leaders at its annual Thrive event, featuring the Salute to Business and Industry Awards Gala. The Hancock Chamber of Commerce and the port and harbor commission honored 08 Power as the 2024 Industry of the Year, recognizing its potential to create nearly 80 jobs in the region. The Library Foundation was awarded Nonprofit of the Year. Live music and catering from Hollywood Casino Golf Coast enhanced the festivities, where John Rea from Diamond Head was named Citizen of the Year for his contributions to the Hancock County Library System.

The Hancock Chamber of Commerce and the Port and Harbor Commission is recognizing Point 8 Power as the 2024 Industry of the Year.

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www.youtube.com – WXXV 25 – 2024-09-19 07:53:15

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