Laramie County economy

As we gear up for another Cheyenne Frontier Days, the buzz is about more than just rodeos and concerts—it's a major boost for local businesses

Darren Rudloff says he is expecting a "very solid" Cheyenne Frontier Days in terms of visitation in 2018.

Greater Cheyenne Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Dale Steenbergen says the latest Laramie County economic indicators show a mixed picture.

The principal economist with the state Economic Analysis Division says the latest survey of Wyoming economic conditions has more good news than bad news.

Greater Cheyenne Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Dale Steenbergen says it looks like local businesses are doing well so far this holiday season.

Cheyenne Mayor Rick Kaysen says the latest numbers on city revenues show the local economy is doing very well these days.

Both retailers have been losing money nationally, and Sears last week announced it would be closing some of it's stores.

While he admits there "isn't as much drilling as in Colorado" he says the oil industry has still created at least 750 jobs in the Laramie County economy.

He cites a declining unemployment rate, strong housing market and a growing tech sector.

Greater Cheyenne Chamber of Commerce President and C-E-O Dale Steenbergen says the Laramie County economy is doing fairly well in most areas.