For media inquiries, please contact Cynthia Eveleth-Havens at [email protected]. ARVADA, Colorado – Middle school students from Arvada-area schools competed in the 2023 National Civics Bee regional competition on Tuesday. The event was hosted by the Arvada Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the Colorado Chamber of Commerce and the Civic Trust of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation. Students […]
Montrose Press: Montrose sees first-quarter jump in job vacancies
Four months into 2023, Montrose is near the front of the pack statewide when it comes to percentage-based increases in job vacancies, with 594 total jobs open as of April 1. This can mean local employers are either creating new jobs or struggling to fill open ones — or both. “It can be a double-edged […]
Westword: Ten Things to Do for Free in Denver This Week
There’s a big week full of free fun ahead, with Earth Day celebrations starting on Friday. But don’t wait until then to get out and about. Keep reading for ten of the best free things to do this week, and watch for updates: … 2023 National Civics Bee Wednesday, April 19, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., […]
U.S. Chamber: Coalition Comments on FTC Proposed Rule to Ban Noncompetes
The undersigned organizations, who together represent businesses that provide goods and services to virtually every American in every corner of the country, submit these comments regarding the proposed Noncompete Rule. We strongly oppose the proposal because noncompetes serve vital business and employee interests and because the FTC lacks legal authority to issue the proposed rule. […]
DBJ: Colorado oil companies, industry gear up to fight proposed ozone legislation
Colorado’s oil industry is gearing up for its biggest legislative fight in years due to a bill in the state Legislature that proposes sweeping changes to tighten state regulation of ozone-causing air pollution. The bill, introduced Friday, April 14, and sponsored by 30 Democrats, would subject new oil wells and natural gas wells to greater […]
Ark Valley Voice: Public to Cheer on National Civics Bee Finals in Buena Vista
Excitement is building as the Top 20 applicants in the First Annual Buena Vista/National Civics Bee head to the Ivy Ballroom at the Surf Hotel for an evening of competition narrowing the field to three local finalists who will go on to state competition in Denver in-mid-May. “It’s so awesome seeing what is important to […]
The Sentinel: Economic news is a mixed bag
Grand Junction got some good economic news in a quarterly jobs report by the Colorado Chamber of Commerce and technology firm Aspen Technology Labs (ATL), but our average wages are still lagging. The city has seen a 7% reduction in job postings since Jan. 1 — leading all major cities in Colorado, according to reporting […]
Bloomberg: Cigna Is Giving Customers a Clearer View on Drug Pricing After Scrutiny
Cigna Group is offering clients a clearer view of how much they pay for drugs through its prescription plans, as the industry responds to rising Washington scrutiny and competition from smaller rivals touting greater transparency. The insurance giant’s pharmacy-benefit management unit will market a “fully transparent” option charging a flat monthly fee for each member, […]
The Sentinel: GJ, Colorado Chambers of Commerce meet to discuss business landscape
Grand Junction has seen a 7% reduction in job postings since Jan. 1 — leading all major cities in Colorado. That’s according to a quarterly jobs report by the Colorado Chamber of Commerce and technology firm Aspen Technology Labs (ATL), which compiled job and salary data from around the state to paint a picture of […]
Chamber Member Encore Electric Recognized Among America’s Safest Contractors
Encore Electric proudly celebrates being recognized as a 2022 Construction Safety Excellence Award (CSEA) first place winner! The Willis Towers Watson Associated General Contractors (AGC) Construction Safety Excellence Awards are an opportunity for AGC members from across the country to gather to share successes and challenges while demonstrating their dedication to safety. CSEA award […]