Your Logan County Chamber Of Commerce

117 Main St.………………… ……......….…… ..l…970-522-4800

Congratulations To

Dale's Jewelry

....Business Of The Week

201 Main St.…………… ……............….……..l…970-522-0583

The Logan County Chamber of Commerce is honoring Dale's Jewelry as the Business of the Week. Accepting the award were owners Jeanne and Dale Bedsaul and Annette Birgenheier.

...Dale’s Jewelry began business in May of 1983 and this is its 40th year in business.

...Dale and Jeanne Bedsaul purchased Scheberle Jewelry from Art Scheberle which operated for 28 years. The original location began at 103 South 2nd St. and Dale’s was there for 21 years. In October of 2004, Dale’s Jewelry moved across the street to 201 Main Street into part of a new building which replaced the former Foote Building which was destroyed by fire.

...Dale’s has enjoyed membership in the Logan County Chamber of Commerce for all of the 40 years. Dale’s Jewelry is also a proud member of the American Gem Society for all the years of business as well. ...

...The American Gem Society is dedicated to setting, maintaining and promoting the highest standards of ethical conduct and professional behavior through education, accreditation, and recertification of members. Dale’s Jewelry meets those standards year after year.

... Jewelry offers a wide selection of fine quality diamond and colored stone jewelry with a wide range of price categories. With craftsmanship, design and unique styles at the forefront; Dale, Jeanne and Annette are always searching for the best to bring to the community.

... Dale's carries lines from leading manufacturers with the highest popularity in the industry. Dale’s Jewelry can also bring the individual customer the finest custom pieces with the most modern CAD/CAM technology available though one of their prominent manufacturers.

...Look for the “Diamond on the Corner.” Dale’s Jewelry, 201 Main St in Beautiful Downtown Sterling. (970) 522 0483, dales-jewelry.com or check Dale’s Jewelry out on FaceBook.

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Dale's Jewelry

....Business Of The Week

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The Logan County Chamber of Commerce welcomed Rocky Mountain Microfinance Institutef with a Ribbon Cutting. RMMFI helps entrepreneurs gtow ino buinrss owners.Call 303-246-3738 or see rmmfi.org for more information .

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Did you know that joining a chamber of commerce can help your company gain access to valuable resources and exposure in the community? A business's

visibility and trustworthiness in the community can improve greatly by joining the chamber of commerce. The mission of the Logan County Chamber of Commerce

is to strengthen business ties and foster economic development in the county.

For additional information on how joining the Logan County Chamber

can help your business, please call (970) 522- 5070.

Thank You For Joining Us In January 2023

Thank You For Renewing Your Membership In January 2023

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Furniture Mart

Hootenannies Inc.

Quilts-N-Creations

S & S Auto Repair, LLC

Sterling Livestock Commission

Sterling Salud Family Health Center

Brett Locke

Rocky Mountain Microfinance Institute

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What Is The Debt Ceiling And Why It Matters?

...The U.S. federal government has reached the limit on the amount of debt it is legally allowed to accrue. Congress sets this amount, known as the debt limit, and has the power to raise it to meet the country’s financial obligations. Once the debt limit is reached, the Treasury Department has a limited number of tools, called extraordinary measures, that allow the Treasury to keep paying the government’s bills.

Debt Ceiling

2022 Ends With Sharp Growth

...As expected, the economy grew sharply at the end of 2022. GDP expanded by 2.9% in the 4th quarter (from October through December).

...We estimated the economy would grow by 2.5%, so we were right in line with the actual data.

...Consumer spending rose 2.1%

...Business investment rose 0.7%

...Residential investment fell 27%

...Inventory build-up added 1.5% to GDP growth

...Trade added more than 0.5% to growth as imports fell (-4.6%) more than exports (-1.3%)

...Government spending rose by 3.7%.

Strong Growth

FTC Wants To Expand Its Authority

..By attempting to ban non-compete clauses in employment contracts, the Federal Trade Commission is attempting to create for itself the ability to regulate competition.

... If allowed, the FTC would use its expanded authority to target companies and business practices that do not conform to its progressive policy agenda..

... Sean Heather, Chamber Senior Vice President, International Regulatory Affairs and Antitrust, explains, the FTC could go after many common business practices.

FTC Power

Job Openings Defy Expectations

...Job openings rose by 572,000 at the end of December from November to more than 11 million in total.

There are now a whopping 5.3 million more job openings than unemployed workers. The cooling economy should cause businesses to cut back on their job postings – at least one would expect.

...But that is not the case so far. Postings were up in accommodation and food services (409,000), retail trade (134,000), and construction (82,000). They decreased in information (107,000).

Job Openings

Consumer Spending Declined

...Consumer spending declined in November and December. Consumers’ ability in the last 18 months to keep spending above inflation was impressive. It seems that ability is finally waning.

...We’ve at last hit the inflection point where accumulated savings and credit card balances can no longer help consumers keep spending above inflation. This is likely to carry over into 2023, which means the beginning part of the year is unlikely to keep pace with the strong 2.9% growth in the fourth quarter of 2022.

 Consumer Spending

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.Sterling Concert Series.

Country music superstar Josh Turner will be taking center stage at the 2023 Logan County Fair Night Show on Aug. 5. Turner’s appearance in Sterling will be part of his Long Black Train 20th Anniversary Tour, which kicks off on March 4 in Dothan, Ala.

.Logan County Fair.................. Josh Turner Concert

SPL Hosts Kids'

Valentine's Day Tea

The Kids Valentine's Day Tea Party is on Sat., Feb. 11 at 2 p.m. It's time for a very classy tea party for kids and adults with fun snacks, stories, and a chance to make your own tulle tutu. The tea is for kids ages 3-12 and registration is required. Call the library at 970-522-2023 to register.

One For Adults, Too!



Valentine's Day Tea for adults will be on Feb. 10 at 2 p.m. Special guest performers are Rob and Vicky Brown of Riley's Brand Honey. Tickets are still available and are required. This tea is for adults over the age of 18 only.

Sterling Public Library

"Decades of Design - fashion from the late 1800s through the 1970s" is a new temporary exhibit now on display in the Hamil building at the Overland Trail Museum.

February Newsletter ................. Overland Trail Museum

February Newsletter ................. Overland Trail Museum

CSU Regional Engagement Center

Logan County Emergency Management

The Sportsman Experience

AgrAbility

2023 Winter Workshops

FREE to attend for all farmers or ranchers, their families, farm employees, and professionals who serve or work with the ag community A lunch or meal is provided at all workshops for all who pre-register.

• Introduction to the Colorado AgrAbility Project- The Colorado AgrAbility project works with Colorado farmers and ranchers and their families engaged in production agriculture to assist them to continue working, despite a long-term illness, permanent injury, aging issues or other physical, cognitive, or behavioral challenges. James Craig and Candy Leathers will introduce you to our new staff as you learn more about the project which is a partnership between Colorado State University Extension and Goodwill Industries of Colorado.
• Ergonomic Safety & Health in Agriculture- Ergonomics is the science of designing the job, equipment, and workspace to fit the worker, while maintaining the efficiency of people in the workplace. AgrAbility staff, Candy Leathers and James Craig will explore “work-related musculoskeletal disorders” and the use of ergonomics to aid in keeping workers safe, comfortable, and productive.
• Drought and the Colorado River, Perspectives for Agriculture-Dr. Rebecca Hill will discuss the
• Colorado River Compact, current responses in face of drought and increasing water demands
• and the implications this could have on agriculture in the future.
• Resiliency and Stress Management on the Farm and Ranch- Resilience is the ability to cope
• with and recover from setbacks. Agricultural can be a stressful way of life and while we can’t control the weather, market prices, or fuel costs there are many steps we can take to manage our stress levels and strengthen our relationships. Join Chad Reznicek MA, LPC, to learn about resiliency practices, stress management, and how to look out for those we care about.
• Improving insulation - Improving the insulation of walls, crawl spaces, floors and heating ducts is one of the fastest and most cost-effective ways to reduce energy costs, saving your up to 10% on your monthly energy bill.

Mealtime keynote, Whitney Pennington, Outreach Manager for the High Plains Intermountain Center for Agricultural Health, and Safety at CSU will feature an overview of personal protective equipment, commonly referred to as “PPE”. Workshop attendees will receive a free PPE kit (respirators, ear plugs, and more) kinds of PPE, when it’s necessary, and how to wear it to prevent exposure to farm and ranch health hazards. and can help you save. Have your home evaluated for leaky ducts, drafts around doors and windows, fireplace dampers and other places where air might escape.

Agrability Colorado

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