Morgan County Economic Development Corporation

04/28/2023

Excited to have this event in Fort Morgan!

Join EDCC and its member organizations, Downtown Colorado Inc., Eve Lieberman, Executive Director of the Office of Economic Development & Int. Trade (OEDIT), Elizabeth Garner, State Demographer, CO Dpt. of Local Affairs (DOLA), and an amazing lineup of speakers addressing tough economic development issues and opportunities for Colorado and the eastern plains.



EDCC’s Regional Economic Development Forums aim to provide the knowledge, tools, and connections vital in supporting economic activities that foster regional economic competitiveness.

Register here: https://bit.ly/3oLCoUN

04/26/2023

Community Champions: Buildings By Design: A different business model builds community up

Congratulations Buildings By Design! Proud to see one of our investors highlighted. Your dedication to the community is inspiring!

Travis Lefever learned about the construction business from his father, Tom Lefever, the CEO of Lefever Building Systems in Wiggins. “I got my start with my father — started working on the concrete…

04/24/2023

Registration is now available to attend an eye-opening program on increasing your business sales and profits presented by renowned sales expert Don Cooper! This program is $99 at the door, but if you pre-register, you get in FREE!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/boost-your-business-the-myth-of-price-tickets-617239458837

04/21/2023

Exciting news! We are thrilled to announce our 2022 Sage Award recipients! Congratulations to David Merriam and Tom Acre for their outstanding dedication and leadership in guiding and supporting myself and MCEDC! Thank you for all that you do!

04/21/2023

MCEDC receives Rural Workforce Innovation Opportunities Grant

MCEDC receives Rural Workforce Innovation Opportunities Grant

Last year, the Morgan County Economic Development Corporation (MCEDC) identified a drop in the 18 – 24 age population in Morgan County. “That age group is migrating out of the county,” said K…

04/19/2023

Timeline photos

Fort Morgan mural made possible by Chelsea Gilmore, Morgan County Economic Development and Colorado Creative Industries.

Photo credit: Sugar Producer Magazine

04/19/2023

Congratulations to Stagecoach Meat Company, LLC for winning the 2022 Small Business of the Year award! Your hard work and dedication have paid off, and your exceptional products/services have truly made a difference in the community. Here's to continued success!

https://stagecoachmeatcompany.com/

04/18/2023

The Investor of the Year award is given to an individual or organization that has shown outstanding performance and success in investing over the past year. The award may consider factors such as volunteer time, innovation, and impact. We are pleased to announce the winner of the 2022 Investor of the Year award is Morgan Area Chamber of Commerce. Congratulations to the winner for their outstanding achievements.

https://www.fortmorganchamber.com/

04/17/2023

The Large Business of the Year Award is an accolade given to a company that has demonstrated outstanding performance in their respective industry. MCEDC is pleased to announce that the winner of the 2022 Large Business of the Year award is Western Sugar Cooperative. Congratulations to the entire team for their hard work and dedication in achieving this recognition.

02/03/2023

25 Fun Colorado High School Mascots That Totally Stand Out

25 Fun Colorado High School Mascots That Totally Stand Out

What is the perfect mascot for a Colorado High School?

01/20/2023

Morgan County Economic Development Corporation

Morgan County Economic Development Corporation

These traits, combined with a strong pioneer spirit, have helped Morgan County blossom into a thriving community on the Eastern Plains of Colorado. The success of any business depends largely on an aggressive supportive community. We want to demonstrate our community’s genuine interest in entering...

01/11/2023

Morgan County Economic Development Corporation

HAPPENING NOW! Don’t miss this opportunity to meet with USDA!

Got A Project? Need a home? Want to start a business? Looking to improve your community? Check out USDA Rural Development in Fort Morgan!

You're invited to USDA Rural Development's
SHOP Talk Event!
(Supporting Hometown Opportunities & Projects)

Join us and find out how we can partner together to help you and your community thrive!

Where: The Block at the Commissary Kitchen and Events Center, 19592 E. 8th Avenue, Fort Morgan, CO 80701

When: Drop-in anytime from 10 AM - 4 PM and explore opportunities with USDA Rural Development

Learn more about grants and loans for:

Buying/building/repairing your own home
Investing, starting up, or financing your business
Supporting public and community facilities
Improving water and wastewater systems
Renewable and Energy efficiency grants
Building highspeed internet
Everyone is invited to attend. Help us spread the word to your friends, neighbors, and other interested contacts.

Please share this link https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USDARD/bulletins/3420ad1 on your social media and throughout your networks.

Find more information on USDA Rural Development at rd.usda.gov/co.

Contact [email protected] for any questions.

These traits, combined with a strong pioneer spirit, have helped Morgan County blossom into a thriving community on the Eastern Plains of Colorado. The success of any business depends largely on an aggressive supportive community. We want to demonstrate our community’s genuine interest in entering...

11/11/2022

11/04/2022

CHFA is pleased to welcome Trisha Herman as its Eastern Colorado Community Relationship Manager. She is based in Holyoke and serves Cheyenne, Kit Carson, Lincoln, Logan, Morgan, Phillips, Sedgwick, Washington, Weld and Yuma counties. Learn more: https://www.chfainfo.com/chfa-news/11032022-easterncrm

10/26/2022

The mural is complete! We are honored and proud to host this beautiful tribute to agriculture in Fort Morgan, CO. Chelsea Gilmore Art and her team perfectly captured agriculture in a way that appreciates Fort Morgan’s history, and acknowledges the importance of agriculture in present day. We want to thank Morgan County Economic Development Corporation and Colorado Creative Industries for allowing us to provide the canvas for this beautiful mural!

10/01/2022

09/30/2022

Photos from Western Sugar Cooperative's post

09/29/2022

09/29/2022

Thank you to our partner and MCEDC investor, Western Sugar Cooperative, for the blank canvas! Thank you to Chelsea Gilmore Art for capturing the essence of agriculture in Morgan County and Colorado Creative Industries for granting the funds to complete this project. We are excited to continue enhancing the ecosystem of Morgan County through similar partnerships and projects!

09/16/2022

New High Plains Bank building in Wiggins is now open

Congratulations to one of our longtime investors! We’ll see you and your new space on Friday!

https://www.fortmorgantimes.com/2022/09/13/new-high-plains-bank-building-in-wiggins-is-now-open/?trk_msg=506DD0TSON44TABQ7P2MU1J240&trk_contact=DV7E9CBUJOC4GEUERE9CGG3640&trk_sid=VK70Q7V0H4BDI0LID4G9ADUFCK&trk_link=E1OCULIKKV8K1B2AKVUMHGO07K&utm_email=3594C50224F1B54614A9B5A3AB&g2i_eui=1cwMt6Y0wkGrnyiFc%2ByMCfaNJXKkiH5TQs4ynLQYFE4%3D&g2i_source=newsletter&utm_source=listrak&utm_medium=Email&utm_term=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.fortmorgantimes.com%2F2022%2F09%2F13%2Fnew-high-plains-bank-building-in-wiggins-is-now-open%2F&utm_campaign=pmp-fort-morgan-times-morning-report&utm_content=curated&fbclid=IwAR3ai8z4eYCtRTBeS9SyjHLea3LhkmwE_j0Qp4i_a4vMXMNSrEDVp3_SIzg

The Wiggins community is invited to celebrate the opening of the new High Plains Bank branch building on Friday. A Grand Opening party is planned from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 16 for the new locat…

08/12/2022

SelectUSA gives rural Colorado a presence on the international stage | Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade

In June MCEDC had the opportunity to attend the Summit in Washington DC with the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade Read more about the summit and why we participated here: https://oedit.colorado.gov/blog-post/selectusa-gives-rural-colorado-a-presence-on-the-international-stage?utm_campaign=Rural%20Prosperity&utm_medium=email&_hsmi=222593176&_hsenc=p2ANqtz--mN8tE-Bq6qIsSEZJxja2us5y2_ion2kWnrGDdhBJ5IFO9S6FmINrNJJrITcfVceWIWMpzlgCy4fR2AtbJ4dtVZgVAZiq-CACDUHYXDAgaG_GM1pM&utm_content=222593176&utm_source=hs_email

When economic development organizations travel to the annual SelectUSA Investment Summit, they find something unique in the world of international conferences: an audience of more than 1,200 business investors from approximately 70 international markets looking to invest in the United States. It’s...

07/10/2022

It’s hot outside but the night is young and the drinks are cold! Visit the Official Bobstock Beer Garden hosted by your friends at the Fort Morgan Chamber, Morgan County Economic Development, and the generous sponsors that make this event possible!

Open till midnight with a great view of Starship on the Main Stage! It

05/06/2022

Check out Colorado Land Co for some of the best services in real estate, not only in Morgan County but in Northeastern Colorado!
They will make you feel prioritized and supported throughout the entire process whether buying or selling.
They have three offices here in Morgan County, Wiggins (bottom right), Fort Morgan (top right corner), and Brush (Top left corner).



For more information about Colorado Land Co. and their agents visit: https://www.coloradolandco.com/

05/04/2022

If you are a Founder in Rural Colorado, then you are eligible to the Greatest Colorado Pitch Series and if a female founder you are also eligible for the
Felmale Founders Awards!

GCPS rewards $50,000 to $1 million
Female Founders Awards rewards $1,250 (In-Kind Legal) + $2,250 (cash)

For more information and to apply visit: https://www.greatercoloradopitchseries.com/?mc_cid=a8798496e2&mc_eid=85580f5983

04/29/2022

If you are interested in becoming an investor at Morgan County Economic Development, but still on the line here are some of the great things we can do for you.

In social media marketing, we can promote you when needed and help you get started on your own promotions.

Help plan new capabilities for your business so that you can become more efficient and effective.

Finally, we can help you with funding in our revolving loan fund which has helped others in the past to boost thier business production and capabilities.

Visit us at: https://www.morgancountyinfo.com/
Or call: 970.467.7100

04/27/2022

Check out the Flower Petaler if you need to rent a tux, get some flowers, or maybe you want something sweet or savory to eat, then try their amazing fudge or pickles and their many other options.

They have amazing soap and hygiene brands and a massive clothing selection.



Phone: (970) 867-0955
Address: 322 Main St, Fort Morgan, CO 80701

04/25/2022

Join Do it Best: Country Hardware in Wiggins, Colorado for the Milwaukee Event Day!
There will be live demonstrations of the Milwaukee tools and check out their great deals.

Website: https://www.countrydoitbesthardware.com/
Address: 218 Main St, Wiggins, CO 80654

04/22/2022

Join Do It Best: Country Hardware in Wiggins, Colorado for the Milwaukee Event Day!
There will be live demostrations of the Milwaukee tools and check out their great deals.

Website: https://www.countrydoitbesthardware.com/
Address: 218 Main St, Wiggins, CO 80654

04/22/2022

Congratulations! to Alvina Schrum, Sharon Kauffman, and John Sneed for winning the Sage Awards for their efforts and services to the community.

04/20/2022

Congratulations to Leprino for Big Business of the Year! For your involvment in the community, creating more and more job oppurtunities, and overall serving us all some of the best Colorado cheese out there.

Website: https://leprinofoods.com/

04/15/2022

Congratulations to Country Road Vines and Wines for Best Small Business of the Year!
For the amazing work and growth throughout this business to get were you are today and has been in the making for a decade. An amazing place for friends and family to gather and try locally made wine and soon to be locally made and sourced wine.

Website: https://www.countryroadwines.com/

04/13/2022

Congratulations Media Logic Radio for winning Investor of the Year!
For your services to the community, the amazing radio stations, and staying true to the principles of local radio.

Media Logic Radio

Website: https://kftm.net/contact-us/

04/06/2022

Check out the Craft Show Fundraiser, hosted by Summit Baptist Church and partnered with SARA House to recognize sexual assault awareness month and child abuse prevention month.

There will be 10-12 local venders and entry is free, but donations are appreciated for the cause!

Hosted April 9, 2022, 10am-3pm
Address: 401 2nd Ave, Wiggins, CO 80654

04/01/2022

Dog the Bounty Hunter and his business Da'Kine Bail Bonds Agency coming to Morgan County?
You read that correctly, and if you believed it then you've become one of our victims of April Fool's!

Happy April Fool's!

03/30/2022

"The Sterling Federal Credit Union is a financial cooperative that was established to provide quality financial services and a safe and sound financial environment for its members. The Sterling Federal Credit Union is locally owned and controlled by its members who are residents of Logan and Morgan Counties and their families." - Sterling & Fort Morgan Federal Credit Union

For more information: https://www.sterlingcreditunion.org/