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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,

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Volunteers of America

Ribbon Cutting/Open House

November 11th 11:30 am

79 Winston Dr Suite 136

Rock Springs, WY 82901

~ 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 ~

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!


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


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.


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 -


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.

~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.


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.


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

http://www.roofprosstormdivision.com

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