GOSHEN MAIN STREET DESIGNATED AS A NATIONAL CERTIFIED MAIN STREET
Torrington, WY – On behalf of Main Street businesses throughout Goshen County, Goshen Economic Development began the process of becoming a National Certified Main Street three years ago. The process included the addition of events such as 3rd Thursday’s and expansion of existing events such as Holiday activities. National Main Street Certification creates national exposure, provides additional grant funding opportunities, and results in a cohesive community.
GOSHEN COUNTY LIBRARY – PROGRESS PROGRAM
Torrington, WY --- Goshen Economic Development utilizing ¼ cent
sales tax for economic development funds to help the Goshen
County Library update and purchase computer equipment for
Library patrons to utilize. A new router was purchased to boost
WIFI signals so that the internet can be accessed from their parking
lot, making it available 24/7. Patrons can utilize the equipment to
conduct business during the day on public computers. Goshen
County Library is an asset to our community and county, and these
purchases will benefit all users.
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 of local businesses. Since 1987, the organization has encouraged business growth, created jobs, and built on local community assets in five Wyoming municipalities: Fort Laramie, LaGrange, Lingle, Torrington, and Yoder.
Christine Braddy, Library Director (left) and Ellen Creagar, Library Board President (right)