Judy Stevens, retired Chamber and Economic Development Director, discovered leadership programs being offered in other counties around North Carolina and wanted to implement a local program to generate awareness of the “Golden Opportunities” that exist in Montgomery County. “Leadership Montgomery” kicked off in the fall of 1994 with 29 participants representing private businesses, municipalities and service providers.  The class of 2023 which graduated in mid-May marked the fourth year that Savannah Heath, Economic Development Director of Montgomery County, and Jessica Hamilton, Director of Business and Industries Services at Montgomery Community College have co-facilitated the program which is now championed by the Montgomery Community College Foundation. Leadership Montgomery seeks men and

All camps are free, and open to children in grades 4-8. Limited camp sizes, transportation not provided. Please call 910-898-9672 for more information and to register your child. June 19-21, 9AM –12 PM Whistle Stop Cafe Culinary Camp This delicious camp, designed for kids who share a passion for cooking, baking and possibly a career in Culinary Arts. Students will prepare various items including breads, entrees, appetizers and even desserts. We will ask for any dietary restrictions/allergies at camp registration to help assist with any recipe-altering prior to camp start. July 10-13, 9AM – 4PM Mystery on the LEGEND Express Bionetwork and the Montgomery County Sheriff’s department are need help