LCBA News
Let’s Talk Recycling
By Brian Harrington, Laramie City Council Ward I I’m sure you have heard by now that the City removed #3-#7 plastics from our curbside recycling, you can find the Boomerang article here. This decision came as the result of work session held several weeks prior to the vote. Often, the details that lead to the decision are presented…
Read MoreStill Working From Home? Ready to Return to the Office? These Tips Can Help
By CMIT Solutions As the balance shifts across North America between workers continuing to telecommute and returning to their offices, a new set of challenges will arise. Some will apply to cybersecurity as data hacks continue to escalate and cybercriminals attack vulnerable targets. Some will apply to physical infrastructure as office setups must be reconfigured to adhere…
Read MoreCovid Relief Grants & Loans
The Laramie Chamber Business Alliance (LCBA) and City of Laramie announce the availability of grants and loans to support COVID-19 recovery and relief for local businesses
Read More2020 CENSUS FIELD OPERATIONS RESUME IN WYOMING
Census Workers to Wear PPE Cheyenne, WY — The U.S. Census Bureau is resuming 2020 Census field operations in Wyoming beginning May 18, 2020. For the health and safety of Census employees and the public, field staff will observe social distancing protocols and will wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). U.S. Census Bureau field employees will…
Read MoreB.P.O.E. Lodge No. 582 makes $1,000 donations to Laramie Soup Kitchen and Interfaith
LARAMIE, WYOMING: The local Elks lodge, No. 582 was able to make $1,000 donations to both the Laramie Soup Kitchen and Interfaith-Good Samaritan to assist these organizations during the COVID-19 pandemic. Ted Cramer, Executive Director of the Laramie Soup Kitchen said, “during the pandemic we have seen a decrease in food donations and without volunteers…
Read MoreTimes will fade but work ethic will not
By U.S. Senator Mike Enzi This spring has been far from easy for small businesses. Instead of getting ready for the summer inventory, stores are forced to make decisions about how to stay in business. During these difficult times, relying on community support is more important than ever before. Wyoming is proud of its entrepreneurs while…
Read MoreRestrictions ease under new orders, Governor allocates $17 million in CARES Act funding to expand COVID-19 testing and health response
CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Governor Mark Gordon has announced that updated public health orders effective May 15 will ease restrictions on several business categories and permit restaurants to resume indoor table service statewide. The Governor has also allocated $17 million in federal funding to expand COVID-19 testing, improve contact tracing and add to the state’s supply of…
Read MoreRestaurants and Bars Cleared to Re-open In Albany County
Laramie, WY May 8, 2020 – Dr. Jean Allais, Albany County Health Officer, announced today the next phase of reopening as it relates to restaurants and bars in Albany County which may reopen immediately as long as they follow guidelines set forth in a health order variance. As part of today’s announcement, Dr. Allais reminded…
Read MoreGovernor Gordon calls Special Session of Wyoming Legislature to help respond to COVID-19 pandemic
CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Governor Mark Gordon has signed a proclamation convening a special session of the Wyoming Legislature to help respond to the COVID-19 pandemic. “In these unprecedented times, the legislative and executive branches must work together to best protect lives and livelihoods,” Governor Gordon said. “For this session, I have asked for our Legislature’s assistance…
Read MoreSmall Business Resources During the Pandemic
Jake Dixon, Marketing Manager Wyoming Small Business Development Center Network It’s hard to believe how quickly COVID-19 has changed the business landscape. Every industry has been impacted and small businesses are being hit the hardest. Furthermore, it may feel like the resources and assistance available to Wyoming entrepreneurs during this pandemic are changing just as…
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