2022 LCBA Business Award Winners
LARGE BUSINESS OF THE YEAR
HUMAN BEAN
SMALL BUSINESS OF THE YEAR
POLE MOUNTAIN PHARMACY
BUSINESS PERSON OF THE YEAR
JIM MATHIS - WYOTECH
BUSINESS PERSON OF THE YEAR
JIM MATHIS - WYOTECH
NON-PROFIT OF THE YEAR
LARAMIE CONNECTIONS
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AWARD
BONDS BREWING
RETAIL SPOTLIGHT AWARDS
MARTINDALES WESTERN STORE
TRUE VALUE HARDWARE
WEST LARAMIE FLY STORE
THE SHUSTER AWARD
RUTH WILLIAMS - SUGAR MOUSE CUPCAKE HOUSE
JIM CAVALLI AWARD
ALAN JONSON - THE BUTCHER BLOCK
THE CASTLE AWARD
EVELYN EDSON - UNITED WAY OF ALBANY COUNTY
Women-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,…
Laramie Jubilee Days Update
Today it is with heavy hearts that the Laramie Jubilee Days Board of Directors has made the hard decision to shift our efforts to planning the 2021 Laramie Jubilee Days celebration and ultimately cancel this year’s Laramie Jubilee Days scheduled for July 4-12, 2020. This announcement is a collective, unified decision with Governor Mark Gordon,…
Aerial Mosquito Control Planned
Laramie, Wyoming – May 22, 2020 – City of Laramie Mosquito Control has scheduled the aerial application of granular Bacillus thuringensis israelensis (Bti) for Sunday, May 24th. A back-up date of Monday, May 25th has been set if conditions do not allow for the application to take place on Sunday, May 24th. This application of…
Altitude 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…
Paycheck 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…
Solid Waste Memorial Day Schedule
Landfill: The landfill will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2020 and will reopen at 8 am on Tuesday, May 26, 2020. Trash and Recycling Collections: Trash and recycling collections that usually occur this Monday will occur on Tuesday, May 26, 2020. For additional information contact the Solid Waste Division at 307-721-5279, visit www.cityoflaramie.org/solidwaste or…
Medicine Bow-Routt National Forests and Thunder Basin National Grassland closures to remain in effect through May 31
(LARAMIE, Wyo.) May 19, 2020 – Medicine Bow-Routt National Forests and Thunder Basin National Grassland (MBRTB) officials announced today that developed recreation sites will remain closed through May 31. This allows employees to prepare facilities and ensure the necessary personal protective equipment and cleaning supplies are readily available. Trails and general forest areas will remain accessible for…
Coping and Recovery: Beyond the Numbers
Paul Johnson, Associate State Director, Wyoming Small Business Development Center Network We’ve clearly heard that the greatest challenges you face during these times are financial pressures. And while numbers ultimately drive the success of your small business, there are other aspects to consider as you cope with the ongoing pandemic and ultimate recovery. Let’s take…
How 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…