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Local Newspapers Only Survive with Community Support

By Dana Davis

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

 

The ink had barely dried on the front page of the Pinedale Roundup’s July 31 edition when its newsroom received a gut punch—there would be no next issue.

Fueled by History Carbon County Has the Power

By Kara Choquette

Director, Communications and Government Relations, Power Company of Wyoming LLC, TransWest Express LLC

 

Many wonderful reasons exist to explore Carbon County. Energy Day at the Carbon County Fair to be held August 4 is a reminder that energy, past and present, is another theme to discover or rediscover our region.

Energy Tour Map Of Carbon County
UW, Business Alliance, Community Colleges Partner to Expand Internships and Hands-On Learning

Press Release

University of Wyoming

 

The Wyoming Business Alliance (WBA), the Wyoming Community College Commission (WCCC) and the University of Wyoming have formed a new partnership aimed at enhancing opportunities for student internships and other forms of hands-on learning with Wyoming businesses and industry partners.

Wyoming Business Tips for July
A New Look for a Familiar Landmark on Saratoga’s Bridge Street

By K.J. Schricker

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

 

For a century, Shively Hardware has been a fixture in Saratoga. Over the decades, the business has become a community institution—part supply store, part meeting place.

Walmart Celebrates Rawlins Remodel with Mural and Community Giving

By K.J. Schricker

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

 

A refreshed look, a colorful new mural, and a big boost for local organizations marked the celebration at Walmart in Rawlins on Friday morning.

Noble Plains Uranium Advances Drill Permitting on Project at the Core of Shirley Basin Uranium District

Press Release

Noble Plains Uranium Corporation

 

The Electric Power Industry is Carbon County’s Largest Industrial Non-Mineral Taxpayer  

By Mike Armstrong

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

 

Where Luxury Meets the Wild West

By Mike Armstrong

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

 

Driving to the Lodge and Spa at Brush Creek (Brush Creek) is a great experience in its own right. Going down 230 until the entrance is a pleasure because of the beautiful landscape. When the drive starts going to Check-in, there are interesting buildings to look at. Getting to check in starts with staff who are welcoming in one of the friendliest manners possible.

Elk Mountain Hotel 120 Years Old and Celebrating

By Mike Armstrong Reporters, Carbon County Comet

 

In the bucolic town of Elk Mountain, the Elk Mountain Hotel is one of the most beautiful venues in Carbon County.

It has an incredible history, especially concerning how many bands came to it back in the era of big bands.

This hotel is turning a 120 this summer and the owner Christine Neel, along with her staff are celebrating.

UW Wyoming SBDC Network to Co-Host Veterans Business Conference

Press Release

St. Christopher’s Highway of Carbon County 

 

The spotlight will be on veteran entrepreneurs later this summer during “Service to Success: Veterans Business Conference.”

UW and Wyoming APEX Accelerator Encourage Clients to Attend U.S. DOT Bonding Education Program Series

Press Release

University of Wyoming

 

Small-business owners will have an opportunity to learn about the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) construction bonding process during a series of webinars in July.

Comet Fights to Keep Voice Alive Amid Pressure From Larger Competitor

With Taxpayer Dollars at Stake, Small-Town Paper Takes Stand Against Larger Rival in a David vs Goliath Battle

 

By Mike Armstrong Reporters, Carbon County Comet

 

A Beacon in the Wind is Coming

By Mike Armstrong

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

 

Encampment mayor Shannon Fagan had to let the Council decide if she would be the new tenant for a retail property that was owned by the town. The Encampment council members looked over business plans presented and chose to use Fagan’s Beacon in the Wind, a retail outlet that she is dedicating to have it serve the community of Encampment.

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