Today, the market has changed due to upheaval in the worldwide economy – interest rates have doubled, inflation is out of control, the stock market is tanking…
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‘West Slope Startup Week’ Starts Monday July 11
West Slope Startup Week’ is returning for its fourth annual event Monday July 11 through Friday July 15…
LPEA Round Up Foundation Board Approves $46,698 in Grants
Round Up Foundation grants are made possible, in part, by the generosity of LPEA members who choose to round up their electric bill each month…
VIDEO: LPEA Wildfire Policies
LPEA works closely with fire authorities and during evacuations, we may need to shut off power as a safety precaution…
CDC Announces ‘Reskill, Upskill, New Skill’ Grant
The grant will support summer internships for construction trade and technical education (CTE) for local high school students…
$4.5 Million in Capital Credit Refunds Headed to LPEA Members in July
Amounts over $100 will be mailed as a check, while amounts under $100 will be applied as a bill credit…
VIDEO: West Slope ‘Startup Week’ Line-up Announced
West Slope Startup Week organizers are hosting Hometown Events in several communities across Colorado including Durango, Steamboat Springs, and Silverthorne…
Companies Asked to Join New, Rapidly Expanding Collaboration to Remove Barriers to Economic Mobility
More than 20 corporate and nonprofit partners have already joined the effort to champion more inclusive, skills-based hiring practices for the 70+ million workers Skilled Through Alternative Routes…
Little Growth Likely in Colorado Oil Production, Report Finds
The quarterly report on oil and gas markets from the school’s Payne Institute for Public Policy found that little has changed…
CHAMBER NEWS: New Business Directory and Events Calendar… and More
In the next couple of months, the Chamber will also be holding short, virtual member orientation classes for our members regarding these changes…
Beer and Bicycles, to Celebrate the Iron Horse Classic
Ska Brewing and Steamworks Brewing Co. have teamed up annually on a beer to celebrate the Iron Horse, a tradition since 1997…
Amtrak Launches New Apprenticeship Pilot Program
“Working people aren’t just looking for jobs – they want meaningful careers they can raise families on, in positions where they feel seen, heard, and invested in…”
REAL ESTATE: The Riley Report
Here are the factors affecting the change. Interest rates have jumped up dramatically since the first of the year from 3% to 5.5%…
Tri-State Files Agreement for ‘Flexible Power Supply Options’ on Behalf of LPEA, Other Associations
We are optimistic about the partial contract option, allowing us to source half our power from Tri-State and half from other sources…”
A Thorough Spring Cleaning Can Mean Lower Gas Bills
As the weather warms, many families tackle home spring cleaning projects, like deep cleaning or organizing…
Town Seeking Food Vendors for Bell Tower Park
The town recently installed planters and picnic tables in the parking area and is currently installing electric hook-ups to accommodate up to three food vendors…
REAL ESTATE: The Riley Report
Another major change in the market is higher interest rates. The average 30-year mortgage is 5%, which is up from 3.5% earlier in the year…
Advancement of Responsible Power Highlighted at Tri-State’s Annual Meeting
Tri-State accelerates Responsible Energy Plan transition, reaching milestones including 4% wholesale rate reduction, entry into two electricity markets, renewable energy additions…
CHAMBER NEWS: Pagosa Pride Hanging Baskets Coming Soon
We will again offer the 12” baskets, planted specifically for our program and filled with a mix of flowers including geraniums, petunias, lobelia, pansies, vines and other colorful species..