LCBA News
Landfill Changing Operations and Open on Sunday (6.14.20) for Storm Clean Up
Laramie, Wyoming – With the severe damage to trees, large amounts of green waste and the filling of the special drop off areas related to the June 8, 2020 snow storm, the City of Laramie Landfill will be changing operations at the entrance and opening on Sunday, June 14, 2020. Landfill Staff will provide a…
Read MoreWYDOT to close 10 rest areas as a cost-saving measure
CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Governor Mark Gordon has announced that Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) will close 10 rest areas located throughout the state as a way to reduce the agency’s operational costs. The closures are effective June 15 and were prompted by a need for WYDOT to reduce costs due to budgetary shortfalls. They were approved by the…
Read MoreBoard of Land Commissioners approves Pilot Hill land exchange Virtual community meeting scheduled for June 17
The Pilot Hill Project is excited to announce that the Wyoming State Board of Land Commissioners voted in favor of the land exchange to acquire the Pilot Hill parcel during a regular meeting Thursday. The vote brings the process of acquiring the 4,343.88-acre parcel nearly to completion, with a final closing to take place later…
Read MoreWTBC is now IMPACT 307!
Today marks an exciting day for the Wyoming Technology Business Center (WTBC), as we announce the rebranding of the state’s only University of Wyoming sponsored business incubator program. We’re excited to re-introduce ourselves today as IMPACT 307, Where Founders and Innovation Thrive. Fifteen years ago, a group of forward-looking leaders at the University of Wyoming…
Read MoreJune updates from LCBA
As we roll into June, we see the Laramie community continue to pull together to keep our economy engaged through these unprecedented times. The Laramie Chamber Business Alliance has been working tirelessly on behalf of the business community, providing unwavering advocacy and support through this pandemic. May has showered our business community with encouragement, starting…
Read MoreBusiness Lessons from COVID-19: The Good, the Bad, and the Unknown
Flexibility Key to Success Be Transparent with Employees Despite Uncertainties By Bill Stoller Full-time remote work for employees was out of the question for most companies a few short months ago, but after weathering a pandemic that changed how we work almost overnight, business owners say there are several lessons to take away from this…
Read MoreWomen-owned businesses get specialized help during COVID-19
Wyoming Women’s Business Center launches the COVID-19 Support Program after SBA awards grant dollars allocated from the federal CARES Act. Laramie, WY (May 28, 2020) Wyoming Women’s Business Center (WWBC) is announcing the launch of its COVID-19 Support Program. It aims to help women-owned small businesses build or enhance their online presence, launch crowdfunding campaigns,…
Read MoreAltitude Fitness Re-Opened on May 20th, Taking Top Priority on their Social Distancing Measures
As businesses in Laramie continue to re-open, we would like to recognize Altitude Fitness this week for their social distancing measures. Altitude Fitness re-opened their gym to the public on May 20th. All staff are required to wear face masks at all times, gloves while cleaning, and are screened for symptoms of illness by mandatory temperature…
Read MorePaycheck Protection Program Safe Harbor Guidance
by John Privette On May 13, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) issued guidance for small businesses receiving less than $2 million of Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) funding. The U.S. Treasury in coordination with the Small Business Administration issued “safe harbor” guidance for borrowers as published in the SBA’s FAQ, Question 46. The SBA FAQ…
Read MoreHow a local Laramie theatre company and specialty shop collaborated to create a unique experience for their customers during Covid-19.
Back in March, like many business owners, Anne Mason, the founding Artistic Director of Relative Theatrics, a Laramie based theatre company, was faced with closing the doors of her theatre, canceling upcoming live performances and postponing her annual fundraising event. Despite taking a big financial hit from these cancellations, Anne quickly organized a virtual programming…
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