It's one of the big events to kick off the year for the Clinton Chamber of Commerce, their annual dinner.

Business leaders, local and state dignitaries and community members make their way to the gathering each year and this year Chamber leaders are excited about what's in store. Marian Brisard, Executive Director of the Chamber says tickets are now on sale at the Chamber office for this year's event on January 30th at The Copper and Brass Room.

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Brisard says the auction items up this year are similar to years past though they continue to try and grow the variety. She also indicates this year's auction will be shorter and there won't be a silent auction at this year's event.

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This year's Chamber Dinner is at the Copper and Brass Room in Clinton on January 30th. Tickets can be purchased at the Clinton Chamber office or by calling 217-935-3364.