Volume 24 Issue 11 November 2016
YOUR BUSINESS AND COMMUNITY ADVOCATE
1155 W. Flaming Gorge Way Green River, WY 82935
307-875-5711 FL-GORGE
www.grchamber.com
Chamber of Commerce
NEWSLETTER
November Lunch and Learn Join us for our November Lunch and Learn held on Wednesday the 16th at noon
at the Hampton Inn in Green River. The Hampton Inn will be catering, please RSVP by Monday, November 14th by 10:00 AM.
Sweetwater County Legislatures will provide a legislative update and forecast what
the biggest issues will be during the 2017 Legislative session as well as answer audience questions.
We do ask that you RSVP for each Lunch-
eon to the Green River Chamber by
Monday, November 14th by 10:00 AM.
You may RSVP directly from our Website at
www.grchamber.com/pages/LunchLearn.
If you know by Monday, November 14th that
you will not be able to attend, please let us
know and you will not be invoiced. The
Luncheon will be $12 for members and $15
for non-members.
Things to Do in November
Home and Holiday Show
November 11th, 12th, 13th
Events Complex
Craft Fair/Gail Hill Memorial
November 19
Events Complex
Marine Corps Birthday Ball
November 12
Ribbon Cutting: Desert View Eye Care
The Green River Chamber of Commerce
held a ribbon cutting for Desert View Eye
Care’s new building on September 27,
2016! Desert View Eye Care has been
providing quality eye care for the entire
family since 2006. Experts in comprehen-
sive vision care, we provide routine pre-
ventative care to help keep your eyes
healthy, and assist you when ocular
problems do arise. We are always on
hand to answer any questions you may have about your vision or ocular health. Our office
utilizes state-of-the-art technology and materials to help us keep your eyes healthy now
and in the future. We stay abreast in changes in techniques and technology occurring in
our field, so we can handle all of your eye health needs with accuracy and skill. Visit their
website desertvieweye.com for more information on the services they provide! The busi-
ness hours are Monday-Wednesday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, Thursday 9:00 am – 6:00 pm,
Ri
Volunteers of America
Ribbon Cutting/Open House
November 11th 11:30 am
79 Winston Dr Suite 136
Rock Springs, WY 82901
Page 2 ~ Green River Chamber Newsletter ~ November 2016
Information Distributed STARTED
September 2016 Year to Date Relocation Packets 3 43 Vacation Packets 6 43 Convention Packets 120 990 Wyoming Pins 0 0 City of Green River Pins 0 158 Gift Certificates 19 3,803 Dollar Amount $415.00 $125,986.68 Brochure Racks 2,751 12,487 Chamber Kiosk 975 8,361 Walk Ins 1,876 15,893 Web Site Hits 68,970 638,272 Web Site Sessions 1,893 21,819 E-Mails 841 8,083 New Facebook Likes 6 1,809 Sales Tax Disbursements–August 2016 County $1,826,648 Green River $841,001 Rock Springs $1,601,052 Lodging Tax Sweetwater County –August 2016 County $5,294 Green River $16,682 Rock Springs $83,752 Labor Force Employment Sweetwater County August 2016 20,475 July 2016 20,191 August 2015 21,486 Unemployment Sweetwater County August 2016 1,240 July 2016 1,367 August 2015 976 Statewide Employment August 2016 287,084 July 2016 287,250 August 2015 296,756 Statewide Unemployment August 2016 14,686 July 2016 15,626 August 2015 11,628
Chamber Mission Statement: The Chamber enhances the community through advocacy and partnerships.
Sweetwater County Photo Contest Postcards– On sale!!
The Green River
Chamber of Commerce
held a ribbon cutting for
Complete Chiropractics
on September 27,
2016! Dr. Smith has
three massage thera-
pists on his staff; he
offers a variety of Chi-
ropractic Services. Dr.
Smith mentioned that
he has a background
different than other chi-
ropractors in the area, he performs research based Chiropractic’s. His busi-
ness hours are Monday-Friday, 8 am – 6 pm (by appointment until 8 pm) Sat-
urdays by appointment. The new location is 170 Commerce Dr. Suite A,
Green River, WY 82901. You can call them at 307-875-4325.
Ribbon Cutting-Complete Chiropractics
1. If it seems too good to be true, it is.
2. Once the money is wired, it’s gone, there is no getting it back.
3. Trust your instincts. When in doubt call the police for a second opinion, we
are ALWAYS on duty.
4. Pay attention to details
5. You have a responsibility and are the key to stopping scams and fraud. In
most cases, unless the suspect lives locally, law enforcement will not be able
to investigate the crime and/or get the money back. I cannot emphasize this
We had over 75 entries in the
2016 Sweetwater County Photo
Contest. we have printed the win-
ning photos on post cards availa-
ble for purchase at the Green Riv-
er Chamber of Commerce. The
post cards will be sold for 50
cents a piece or 5 for $2. Each
post card has captured the beauty
in Sweetwater County!
November 2016 ~ Green River Chamber Newsletter ~ Page 3
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1
Adopt A Tree on
sale
GR City Council
2
Roller Derby
Practice 5 pm
EC
3
HIWG 7 pm
4
Horsemanship
and Barrell Rac-
ing Clinic EC
5
Horsemanship
and Barrell Rac-
ing Clinic EC
6
Horsemanship
and Barrell Rac-
ing Clinic EC
7
Roller Derby
Practice 5 pm
EC
Chamber Fi-
8
Board mtg 7:30
am VC
9 10
Business Dev &
Ret mtg 8:30 am
VC
11 Chamber
Closed
VOA Ribbon
Cutting 11:30
am
12
High Altitude
Arena Cross
series EC
13
High Altitude
Arena Cross
series EC
14
Stassinos Strong
Fundraiser 4 pm
EC
15
GR City Council
7 pm
16
Lunch &Learn
12 pm Hampton
Inn
Active Shooter
17 18
Southwest Wyo-
ming 6 pm BMX
EC
19
Business Show-
case 11 am GR
Pavilion
20
Southwest Wyo-
ming 9 pm BMX
EC
21 22 23 24
Chamber Closed
25
Up In Arms
Gunshow 3 pm
EC
26
Up In Arms
Gunshow 9 am
EC
27
Up In Arms
Gunshow 9 am
EC
28 29 30
November 2016
The Green River Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center will be closed on Friday,
November 11th for Veterans Day as well as
Thursday November 24th and Friday November 25th for Thanksgiving!
Page 4 ~ Green River Chamber Newsletter ~ November 2016
It’s that time of year again. Christmas is
almost here! The trees along Uinta Drive
are ready to be adopted and decorated
for the holidays starting Tuesday, Novem-
ber 1st. Trees cost $35 each and we will
accept cash, check, or credit card. There
will be a 5% fee on all credit card transac-
tions. There are a limited number of trees,
so adopt one fast! All trees are on a first-
come, first-serve basis.
Trees on Uinta Drive need to be decorat-
ed with small lights only. You may also
have a 24”X24” sign next to the tree. NO
ornaments, ribbon, garland, or other dec-
orations are allowed. You may start deco-
rating your tree between November 14th
& December 5th. A traveling trophy and
cash will be presented to the best deco-
rated tree. Cash and prizes will be award-
ed to the 2nd and 3rd place trees. Each
tree will have a stake with a correspond-
ing number to help you pick your favorite
one.
Adopt-A– Tree
Support Your Own–
The Chamber of Commerce
offers “Chamber Gift Certifi-
cates” in any denomination for a small fee of 50
cents each. Gift certificates are redeemable at
any business in Sweetwater County and can be
used just like cash! Stop by the Green River
Chamber at 1155 W Flaming Gorge Way or call
307-875-5711 ahead of time and we will have
them ready for you!!
We are so proud of
Maverik for their beauti-
fication efforts!!! Transforming
the corner of Uinta and Sec-
ond South brings pride to
Green River! This ribbon cut-
ting and beautification celebra-
tion was September 29th! If
you haven't visited them lately,
go check out their remodel!
They have new pumps to ser-
vice RV's and Trucks, a dump-
ing station for RV's and they
have renovated the interior of
their business. We love the
beautiful new grass and their new sign!! This is a wonderful sight on the corner of
two of the busiest streets in Green River! Congratulations and thank you Maverik!!
Beautification Celebration—Maverik
WEEKLY SPECIALS
Wed Night: Jokers Wild, Drawing @ 7pm
Thurs Night: Ladies Night 7pm– close
Friday: Black & Green Night, don’t forget the
discount on your Wolves Card
Saturday: Wyoming Day– wear WYO gear to
get $1 off WYO made liquor orders. All WYO
FULL MENU available in bar
580 E Flaming Gorge Way
Green River, WY 307-875-2246
hitchingpostgr.com
Saloon Hours M–Sat 6am - 2am
November 2016 ~ Green River Chamber Newsletter ~ Page 5
Red Carpet Award
Pictured : Mark Clark accepting his award from board
president Tom Arnold
Mark Clark won September’s Red Carpet Award.
He was nominated by Mary Shamer
Mary had this to say about Mark, “I recently went in to get an oil change
and ended up getting a migraine while I was waiting. Mark offered to
drive me home, and bring my car to me when my oil change was fin-
ished. “
Mark Clark was presented a $25 Gift Certificate, Red Carpet Pin, as well
as other advertisement.
Active Shooter Presentation
Sponsored by Castle Rock Realty
Inc.
WWCC-Green River
John Wesley Powell Room (Theater
Room)
November 16th, 6-9 pm
Guest Speaker– Officer Barry Tippy
Topics Discussed:
1. Past and current incidents involving active shooter events.
2. Future trends and acts of terrorism
3. Run, hide, fight tactics
4. Law enforcement reaction to active shooting
5. Response to workplace violence
PARTICIPANTS SHOULD BE FOREWARNED THAT PORTIONS OF
THIS PRESENTATION CAN BE GRAPHIC IN NATURE DUE TO
MATTER BEING DISCUSSED.
Page 6 ~ Green River Chamber Newsletter ~ November 2016
Name: Mark Clark
Business: Green River Tire
Why: I recently went in to get an oil change and ended up getting a migraine while I was waiting. Mark offered to drive me home, and bring my car to me when my oil change was finished.
Nominated by: Mary Shamer
Name: Johnna Ogden
Business: Hitching Post
Why: The lady Johnna makes it so welcoming to be here while she works. Has a beautiful personality and so warming and welcoming always busy and helping out.
Nominated by: John Boutie
Name: Tim
Business: White Mountain Lumber
Why: He helped me with my deck and was patient and helpful through the whole process. Couldn’t have done it without his expertise!
Nominated by: Terri Thomas
Name: Thea Kalivas
Business: US Bank
Why: She is always smiling very friendly. Treats people with respect
Nominated by: Nikole Shmidt
Name: Staci Martin
Business: Staci Anne’s Cafe
Why: We traveled through 2 weeks ago found this place by pure luck!! Service, food, atmosphere absolutely “The Best!” we have been on road since May 1st and have eaten many places. This staff was superb; food was fresh, hot & great. We couldn’t wait to stop back in, we actually changed our route to come back. Staci was very pleasant checking on her guests and running around helping her staff. She was very knowledgeable about Wyoming and the area answering questions and giving travel ideas not only to us but others as well. A+ for this place, 4 star services.
Nominated by: Mary Marlow
If you would like to nominate someone who works for any business in Green River, please visit our website at
www.grchamber.com/pages/RedCarpetAward and fill out the entry form or contact
the Chamber for any questions at 307-875-5711.
Red Carpet Award Nominations -
November 2016 ~ Green River Chamber Newsletter ~ Page 7
Chamber Board of
Directors
Board of Directors:
Tom Arnold
Arnold Family Chiropractic Center ~ Presi-dent & Hole in the Wall Gang President
Angela Shutran
US Bank ~ Vice President
Jeremy Gibson
Trona Valley FCU ~ Treasurer
Joanna Nara-Kloepper
BLM ~ Secretary
Jason Bartlett
Solvay
Kelli Lennon
Hitching Post Restaurant & Saloon
Allan Wilson
City Council Liaison
Tammy Vaught
Radio Network
Linda Martin
SWC School District #2
Amber Zmolek
Summit Title Services
Dan Perusich
WWCC
Ken Johnson
White Mountain Lumber
Staff:
Rebecca Eusek
Chamber CEO
Lisa Herrera
Finance and Membership Manager
Kyla Magrath
Public Relations and Marketing Specialist
Sweetwater County School District Grant Funding
Sweetwater County School District #2 re-
ceives $300,000 in grant funding
The Tesoro Foundation Board of Directors
approved a $300,000 grant for Monroe
Intermediate Middle School to support the
STEM enrichment program. Tesoro and
Tesoro Foundation are committed to col-
laborating with their stakeholders to create
cleaner, safer, well-educated communities
where they operate. They said they are
proud to support Monroe Intermediate
School and its mission to promote learning
for all.
Page 8 ~Green River Chamber Newsletter~ November 2016
Tickets for Sale
241st Marine Corps. Birthday Ball
Saturday, November 12 - Expedition Island $35 each or
$60 per couple They are accepting cash and check.
October 2016 New Members
Roof Pros Storm Division Inc.
507 Mitchelson St.
Rock Springs, WY 82901
Phone: 1-888-844-4245
Website: www.roofprosstormdivision.com
Roof Pros Storm Division Inc. is a family-owned busi-ness specializing in home improvement and roof repair
& replacement.
The Emporium on Bridger
John Partain
513 Bridger Ave.
Rock Springs, WY 82901
Phone: 1-307-382-0990
The newest gift shop in Sweetwater County. One stop shopping for: Fine Art, Wedding Gifts, Custom Baby Clothes, Wyoming Photography, Antiques, Pottery,
Jewelry & The “Artist Attic” for Art Classes. Always Free Gift Wrapping. Open 11am-5pm Monday thru Satur-
day.
Homemade Desserts Full Bar
Nightly Specials: Wed- BBQ Ribs
Restaurant Open Daily
6am to 9pm
580 E Flaming Gorge Way Green River, WY
307-875-2246 hitchingpostgr.com