GitFit Fitness Club Receives Progress Program Grant to Upgrade Equipment
Torrington, WY — GitFit Fitness Club has been awarded a Progress Program grant to optimize its facility with innovative, multi-functional fitness equipment. By replacing multiple single-purpose machines with versatile all-in-one equipment, the club has created a more open, efficient workout space for members. This upgrade reflects GitFit’s dedication to improving the quality of life for residents in Goshen County by fostering better health and wellness opportunities. GitFit Fitness Club has long been a pillar of health and wellness in Torrington, providing a welcoming space for residents to pursue their fitness goals. With this equipment upgrade, members will now enjoy [...]
Bear Creek Rubs Awarded Progress Program Grant to Expand Business Operations
La Grange, WY—Bear Creek Rubs, a locally owned business specializing in hand-blended spice rubs, has been awarded a Progress Program Grant to support its growth and expansion efforts. The funding has enabled the company to invest in new packaging and secure a contract with a co-packer, paving the way for fulfilling larger bulk orders and meeting increasing demand. “This grant opens the door to new opportunities for Bear Creek Rubs,” said Judith Bartmann, owner of Bear Creek Rubs. “It allows us to grow our operations while maintaining the quality our customers have come to expect. With these resources, we [...]
Go Goshen expands Progress Program
Torrington, WY – The Go Goshen Board of Directors are excited to unveil the NEW AND IMPROVED Progress Program. The Progress Program is a staple of Go Goshen, it utilizes the ¼ penny for economic development funding and reinvests it in Goshen County local businesses, non-profit organizations and municipal infrastructure projects. The funding matrix of the program was expanded due to the increase in sales tax that Goshen County has seen. With inflation and the increased cost of goods and services, this program will have a larger impact than prior awards. The new matrix is shown below: The [...]
TORRINGTON MAIN STREET MARKET – PROGRESS PROGRAM
Photo: Go Goshen presents the Progress Program grant awards check to Torrington Main Street Market. Pictured: (left) Tammy Derr, Jeff Jones, Kim Pittman, Brayden Connour (back), Tom Kelly (front), Charlie Wright, and Moriah Harkins Torrington – Torrington Main Street Market/Panhandle Coop was awarded a Progress Program grant to aid in the replacement of weathered signage. The grant funding was utilized in the design and installation of the signs located on Highway 85 and above the main entrance, boosting the vitality of the market that plays a role as a community hub. The Progress Program grant, provided by Go [...]
TOWN OF LINGLE AWARDED PROGRESS PROGRAM GRANT – ENHANCING TOWN SECURITY WITH STATE-OF-THE-ART CAMERAS
Progress Program Grant Boosts Lingle's Security Infrastructure Lingle, WY - The Town of Lingle was awarded Progress Program Grant funding for town infrastructure. This grant will fund Phase One of the project, aimed at bolstering town security by installing cutting-edge security cameras. This initiative marks a significant step forward in ensuring the safety and well-being of our residents and visitors. The grant funding will be utilized to install a comprehensive network of advanced security cameras strategically placed throughout the town. These cameras will cover critical areas such as public spaces, intersections, parks, and other key locations identified in [...]
THRIFTY’S GAS & LIQUOR – Progress Program Recipient
May 12, 2023 Torrington, WY --- The Goshen Economic Development Board of Directors awarded Thrifty’s Gas & Liquor $5,000 Progress Program funding to aid in a new façade on the building. Thrifty’s Gas & Liquor is located at 219 20th Ave in Torrington and recently upgraded the exterior façade of its convenience store. The upgraded look is more visually appealing for motorists traveling through Torrington and will hopefully drive increased sales. Goshen Economic Development – which includes Economic Development, the Goshen County Chamber of Commerce, and Main Street – is a non-profit organization that prioritizes the retention and expansion [...]
WES ANDERSON INSURANCE – Progress Program Recipient
May 12, 2023 Torrington, WY --- The Goshen Economic Development Board of Directors awarded $2,500 to the Wes Anderson Insurance Agency to aid in the remodeling of the interior of their new office space at 1906 Main Street in Torrington. The remodel made the space more functional and appealing to the eye. Increasing office space will allow the Wes Anderson Insurance Agency to expand and hire future employees. The Wes Anderson Insurance Agency is owned by Wes Anderson. He has acquired the old Mel’s Gifts storefront on Main Street. Goshen Economic Development – which includes Economic Development, the Goshen [...]
STEAMBOAT CHIROPRACTIC – Progress Program Recipient
May 12, 2023 Torrington, WY --- The Goshen Economic Development Board of Directors awarded Steamboat Chiropractic $5,000 to help with the purchase of an XLR8 laser. The low-level laser is utilized in the practice to benefit patients and the conditions they are being treated for. Low-level laser therapy is low-intensity photonic energy used as a treatment modality for many conditions. Photonic stimuli infuse the body’s cells with energy to reduce inflammation, increase cell function and increase blood flow. In turn, lasers reduce pain, reduce edema and promote healing. This type of laser therapy is not utilized in Goshen County. [...]
M LAZY HEART FEEDS, LLC – Progress Program Recipient
May 12, 2023 Torrington, WY --- The Goshen Economic Development has awarded $7,500 Progress Program funding to aid M Lazy Heart Feeds in purchasing a delivery trailer and advertising tarping. M Lazy Heart Feeds is expanding their territory, and a planned delivery route will include Wyoming, northern Colorado, eastern Utah, southern Montana and western Nebraska. The trailer will be rolling billboard advertising for M Lazy Heart Feeds while on delivery runs of feed and other livestock supplies. M Lazy Heart Feeds, LLC is owned and operated by Paul and Christine Miller. It is located in the old sale barn [...]
BAST Manufacturing – Progress Program Recipient
May 11, 2023 Torrington, WY --- Goshen Economic Development Board of Directors awarded BAST Manufacturing $5,000 to aid in their website build. BAST Manufacturing is the 2022 Goshen County Start-Up Challenge Winner and, more recently, the 2023 John P. Ellbogan $50K Entrepreneurship Competition winner. BAST Manufacturing utilizes a hemp media in its residential HVAC filters. They are currently producing small quantities of these filters with growth in mind. BAST has also set themselves apart by creating a reusable filter frame and sending the hemp media periodically through a subscription. BAST Manufacturing is a startup business located in Goshen County [...]
