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Next up in our series of showcasing Wyoming Pioneers is L&H Industrial from Gillette. Big dreams require big machines, and that’s right in L&H’s wheelhouse. As President Mike Wandler says, “When we end up colonizing Mars, there will be something for L&H to work on.”Founded in 1964 and now in...
A memorandum of understanding (MOU) between the University of Wyoming (UW) School of Energy Resources (SER) and Low Emission Technology Australia (LETA) was signed last week for collaborative research efforts in the advancement of energy technology.The new MOU, signed by SER Executive Director Holly Krutka and LETA representatives, enables the...
Membrane Technology and Research (MTR) Carbon Capture today announced it has commenced construction of a large pilot plant at the Wyoming Integrated Test Center (ITC) in Gillette, Wyoming. When operational in 2024, it will be the largest capture plant based on clean membrane technology in the world.Read the complete article here.
The skilled trades are at a pivotal moment in time. More than a decade of understaffing issues remain unresolved as the Great Retirement looms, and current economic uncertainty is shifting budget priorities away from workforce development at many organizations. As for the next decade, the U.S. Bureau of Labor (BLS)...
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics most recent report released on March 10, 2023, the unemployment rate for March was 3.5 percent. The unemployment rate has hovered at this level over the last 12 months, ranging between 3.5 percent and 3.7 percent, except for in January 2023 where it...
The development land market across the United States is inherently diverse and complex, shaping our cities and communities while playing a vital role in job creation, investment opportunities, and the country’s overall economy.
Just as topography varies across the country, so do market trends and land values. Largely a...
The Wyoming Business Council (WBC) is excited to announce its first direct equity investment from the newly created, federally funded Wyoming Venture Capital (WYVC) Fund in Wyoming-based Language I/O. Established in 2011, Language I/O (LIO) is led by founder and CEO Heather Shoemaker who has built and scaled the company...
The Wyoming Business Council (WBC) is rolling out changes to the Trade Show and Market Expansion Grant, now called the Market Expansion Grant (MEG). The primary focus of the MEG is to help Wyoming businesses overcome challenges associated with expanding into new markets outside the state by defraying costs associated...
The Wyoming Broadband Office, part of the Wyoming Business Council (WBC), has been allocated $348 million in federal funding through the Broadband, Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program and the first part of the BEAD plan is now ready for your feedback.
The Broadband Office is accepting public comment in advance of submitting...
Gillette angler designs innovative fishing bait
Aug 10 2023As a little kid, Ray Bergeman remembers his grandfather throwing out corn to lure in fish.
That was before the crack down on the method that’s now illegal in some states. But when Bergeman was young, it’s simply what his grandfather used to reel them in.
“My grandpa...
Climb Wyoming will host an informational meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 8 at 6 p.m. for single mothers to learn about free Commercial Driving (CDL) training starting soon.
The informational meeting will take place at Climb’s Gillette office, located at 405 W. Boxelder Road, #B4.
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The Research & Planning section of the Wyoming Department of Workforce Services reported today that from first quarter 2022 to first quarter 2023, total employment in the state rose by 6,337 jobs (2.4%) and total payroll increased by $386.8 million (10.7%).
Growth in jobs and payroll was broad-based both...
Wyoming manufacturing center distinguished as a national best with core focus, clear goals
Jul 27 2023 Four years ago, Manufacturing Works, Wyoming’s extension of a national manufacturing partnership network, was one of the poorest performing centers in the country, according to Center Director Rocky Case.
Today, a recent national achievement distinguished the center as one of the roughly top 20% of performing manufacturing centers in...
The splash park is again on Moorcroft’s agenda. The town was recently awarded the funds to design and construct the recreational water feature and discussed with HDR Engineering’s Heath Turbiville the best option to move forward from the two he recommended at a recent workshop: design/build or Construction Management At...
Sen. John Barrasso of Wyoming uses his powerful position as ranking member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee to bring attention to matters that affect electric cooperatives in his home state and throughout the nation, co-op leaders say.
“He helps us shine a light on our issues,”...
Northeastern Wyoming is known for its beautiful natural scenery. Devils Tower National Monument, Keyhole State Park, the Black Hills and the Big Horn Mountains present seemingly endless outdoor recreation opportunities.
But within the communities of Northeastern Wyoming, the parks, trails, event facilities and other recreation opportunities managed by the...
The Northern Wyoming Community College District is considering pay increases for its staff, and Sheridan College President Walt Tribley said athletics may return to the district in coming years if finances allow.
Read the complete article here.
Since 1979, Concerts in the Park have been a staple for the Sheridan community, current Concerts in the Park Director David Kuzara said, with the construction for the bandshell starting in 1959.
“A drive is underway for $17,000 to construct a bandshell at Kendrick Park,” The Sheridan Press wrote...
If you want to gain a competitive edge in the race to hire talent, you may want to consider doing what many American workers have already done: Move out of the big city.
What many thought was just a blip during the COVID-19 pandemic — people fleeing big cities...
As campers continue to flood into national forests — often towing large trailers, side-by-sides or outdoor gear — districts across Wyoming are taking steps to increase capacity, regulate use, protect resources and generate revenue for upkeep.
Read the complete article from Wyoming Business Report here.
Rare Element Resources (RER) has announced the completion of a $4.4 million grant from the Wyoming Energy Authority that will be used to assist with the cost of constructing the company’s planned demonstration plant in Upton.
The grant is a cost reimbursement award for future expenditures related to construction...
The State of Wyoming and the State of Colorado announced today that they have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) regarding direct air capture (DAC) activity and development. The bipartisan inter-state agreement will focus on the DAC industry’s potential to complement existing and emerging industries and increase jobs and economic...
Angela Hartley-Drube, a Gillette native and owner of Live 2 Dance studio in Gillette, has been awarded the Wyoming Council for Women’s (WCW) 2023 Jan Torres Woman Entrepreneur of the Year Award. Launched in 2007, Live 2 Dance offers a variety of dance classes for children, teens, and adults like...
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is making its largest land acquisition in Wyoming history, just outside of Casper, reaffirming the decision it made last year.
The BLM first acquired the 35,670-acre Marton Ranch a little over a year ago. But, the state of Wyoming filed an appeal, which...
