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Business Recovery Task Force Releases Reopening Guide for Local Businesses
(Clovis, New Mexico) Monday, June 1, 2020—In their ongoing effort to #KeepClovisStrong, Clovis Economic Development (CIDC) and the Clovis/Curry County Chamber of Commerce’s Business Recovery Task Force has released a guide for reopening local businesses. The Clovis Reopening Guide is a streamlined document to help local businesses of all types navigate the complex process of reopening safely and sustainably during this pandemic. With developing information and practices from the CDC, the New Mexico
USDA’s Farmers to Families Program coming to Clovis
The Food Bank of Eastern New Mexico is partnering with Sarah Farms of El Paso, Texas, to bring the USDA’s Farmers to Families Program to Eastern New Mexico and West Texas. Through this program, the USDA is partnering with farmers, ranchers, specialty crop producers, food processors and distributors, and non-profit organizations to ensure that all Americans have access to the fresh and wholesome food they need during the COVID-19 national emergency. On Friday June 12, Sarah Farms will provide one box (two
Special Events Postponed or Cancelled due to COVID-19
(Clovis, New Mexico) Tuesday, May 12, 2020—The spread of coronavirus has led to the cancellation or postponement of multiple beloved Clovis/Curry County Chamber events. Below are the most recent event updates based on the current gathering restrictions and closures.CANCELLED: Pioneer Days Rodeo, Parade and Festivities Last month, the Curry County Mounted Patrol announced their cancellation of the 50th Annual PRCA Pioneer Days Rodeo, parade and all festivities due to the COVID-19 outbreak. The event was
CIDC and Chamber Announce New Covid-19 Business Recovery Task Force
(Clovis, New Mexico) Thursday, March 26, 2020—Clovis Economic Development (CIDC) and the Clovis/Curry County Chamber of Commerce have created a new Business Recovery Task Force dedicated to monitoring the adverse effects stemming from the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic in order to deploy resources and programs that address critical business needs. The Task Force will be made up of business and community leaders from a variety of sectors and will be led by CIDC Executive Director Chase Gentry and
Chamber and CIDC Kick Off COVID-19 Support Initiative for Restaurants and Businesses
(Clovis, New Mexico) Thursday, March 19, 2020—Clovis Economic Development (CIDC) and the Clovis/Curry County Chamber of Commerce are seeking community participation in their new #ClovisDelivers initiative. COVID-19 restrictions are wreaking havoc on our economy, forcing many businesses to close their doors and lay off employees. In effort to stay afloat, many of our local restaurants and businesses are implementing options in compliance with social distancing, including home and curbside delivery options –
CIDC and Chamber Launch Coronavirus Toolkit to Support Businesses & Employees
(Clovis, New Mexico) Tuesday, March 17, 2020—Understanding the adverse effects of COVID-19 on local businesses, the Clovis/Curry County Chamber of Commerce and Clovis Economic Development (CIDC) are working in conjunction with federal, state and local officials to support the business community. As businesses are presented with difficult decisions during the coronavirus pandemic, the Chamber and CIDC, in partnership with the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at CCC, will be a source of information to
Committee of 50 Announces ''Your New Mexico Home'' Program for Airmen
(Clovis, New Mexico) Wednesday, March 4, 2020—For many young military members, moving to a new place can be a challenging, lonely experience. In attempt to alleviate some of the anxiety of being alone or far from home – often for the first time – the Clovis/Curry County Chamber of Commerce and the Committee of 50 are seeking community participation in their new program “Your New Mexico Home.” In effort to provide a home away from home for airmen in their first years at Cannon Air Force Base, “Your New
Clovis Community College Named Award Recipient by Military Friendly®
Clovis Community College announced on January 22, 2019 that it has been named a Military Friendly® School Award recipient in the category of Community Colleges for 2019-2020. Victory Media, originator of the family of Military Friendly® employment, entrepreneurship and education resources for veterans and their families, published its special awards for 2019-2020 Military Friendly® Schools and Employers at https://militaryfriendly.com. For more than a decade, Military Friendly® ratings have set the standard
