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Steamboat Pilot: Colorado’s top middle schoolers head to compete in the National Civics Bee State Finals

Last Friday, two Steamboat Springs Middle School students attended the Colorado Civics Bee statewide competition. … The quiz rounds consist of multiple choice style questions where competitors are asked difficult questions ranging from obscure Supreme Court cases to George Washington facts. In the final public speaking round, competitors must summarize the problem and solution presented […]

Yahoo Finance: Nominations Open for 2026 Coolest Thing Made in Colorado Contest

DENVER — The Colorado Chamber of Commerce announced the opening of nominations for its fifth annual Coolest Thing Made in Colorado competition sponsored by PNC Bank, one of the nation’s most respected and diversified financial institutions. This community-driven contest aims to highlight the vibrant and diverse manufacturing industry across the state. … Nominations can be submitted at: https://coolestthingcolorado.com/nominations Read more here.

Gazette: Polis rolls out new council to promote Colorado’s economic competitiveness

Amid increasing concerns about Colorado’s economic health, Gov. Jared Polis’ new council seeks to strengthen affordability and competitiveness to anchor businesses in the state. … Colorado’s history of business health is now trending downward and “two-thirds of business leaders now believe the state’s economy is on the wrong track, according to the chamber’s latest poll,” […]

ColoradoBiz: Colorado forms Governor’s Competitiveness Council to assess business climate

Colorado has formed a public-private council to evaluate the state’s business climate and recommend changes to economic policies and regulations. … An executive committee is overseeing the council’s formation. Its members include representatives from the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade, Colorado Community College System, Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce, Colorado Chamber of Commerce, Colorado Business Roundtable, […]

Denver Post: Colorado’s competitive edge has dulled: State seeking to understand why

Over the past 18 months, the Colorado economy has seen the number of payroll jobs fall by 6,200. … “Colorado’s drop in the rankings reinforces what the Chamber’s strategic research has already shown,” Colorado Chamber President and CEO Loren Furman said in a release. “Regulatory burdens, housing, rising costs and workforce needs remain key issues affecting […]