Ulbricht is new executive director

    The Jackson County Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture board of directors has hired Merrill Ulbricht of Edna as its Executive Director.
    Ulbricht, originally from Uvalde, graduated from Sam Houston State University in Huntsville with a degree in Family and Consumer Sciences. After graduation she worked in sales and marketing. She and her husband, Adam, have two sons and are the former owners of Fireflies in Edna. 
    Ulbricht’s duties include planning Chamber events and activities and member support services.
    “I know and understand the challenges and rewards of owning a business in our community and am excited to join the Chamber in helping serve our community,” Ulbricht said. “I am looking forward to expanding the Chamber’s services and growing our membership.”