The Haines Visitor Center and Chamber of Commerce are partnering to teach local businesses about the importance of social media, search engines and online consumer reviews.

The first of four free workshops, “Being/Getting Online and Getting Linked,” took place Tuesday at the library.

“Getting Found on Search Engines” is Aug. 27, “TripAdvisor, Map Networks and Niche Networks” is Sept. 5 and “Social Networks, Blogging, Newsletters and Networking” is Sept. 10. All start at 6 p.m.…