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Citizen of the Year, Tim Craig, poses with Chamber Director, Joe McCarn, and Chamber Board member, Becky Rowan at the Chamber Banquet held on Saturday, January 18, 2025 at the Cheyenne County Fairgrounds.
An evening drenched in rhinestones and BBQ sauce, the 2024 Cheyenne County Chamber Banquet kicked off to a large crowd on Saturday, January 18, 2025. Held at the Cheyenne County Fairgrounds, the evening's emcees were local DJs from Projekt:3D, Lucy and Don Davis, in their fourth year of hosting the evening awards.
Opening the event with a heartfelt rendition of the National Anthem, sung by the Sun-Telegraph's own Kelsey Arrington, the evening of community camaraderie was kicked off with a delicious BBQ meal prepared and served by Cheyenne County's favorite constructor of culinary delights, Sean Kruse, owner of Outlaws Catering out of Gurley.
With all in attendance feeling satisfied and replete, the Presentation of Awards began.
The first award of the night, New Business of the Year, was presented to Elston House, Sidney's newest creative space located in the heart of downtown Sidney. Owners Matt and Sarah Elston have worked tirelessly over the past several years in preparation for the start of their new business in Cheyenne County and proudly accepted the honor.
Outstanding Customer Service was presented to Trevon Newmann, owner of Modern Moves Fitness and Dance Studio in extended downtown Sidney. Newmann has been working with his client base for the past four years establishing close relationships and good practices.
The Citizen of the Year Award was bestowed to Tim Craig. A dedicated and seasoned employee of Adams Industries, Craig works to provide back to the community he serves.
The Business Revitalization Award was presented to Boss City Brewing for their successful efforts in restoring and rebuilding a historic downtown location that many had "given up on." Owners Stan and Melissa Norgard have concocted the perfect blend, serving in-house brews on tap and their restaurant/bar/brewery atmosphere that offers a one-of-a-kind experience to the downtown Sidney area.
The Economic Development Project of the Year was given to Adams Industries for their successful contributions in helping to better Sidney and the surrounding areas.
The Community Impact Award, presented to an organization in the community that is instrumental in the assistance of business and industry, was awarded to Sidney Regional Medical Center.
The Community Leader Award was bestowed to Hunter Arterburn, a Sidney native, and social media and radio personality.
Each year, the E.K. Yanney Award is given to an individual with a "county-wide" perspective. Named for a banker in the Lodgepole area who was active in economic development issues on a Cheyenne County-wide basis, this year's winner was Alisha Juelfs who proudly accepted. The award was proudly presented this award for his continued efforts as an entrepreneurial navigator with E3; working to help cement the building blocks of our future, Juelfs strives to work towards a better tomorrow for our community.
The Heroes Among Us Award was presented to PlainsWest CASA for their tireless efforts in protecting and advocating for area youth.
The Ralph Olson Award for Board Member of the Year was given to Becky Rowan, credited for "keeping the lights on," during the Chamber's brief time with no Director.
Michaela Nelson won for her work as Chamber Ambassador Of the Year, and the final award of the evening was presented to Points West Bank for Chamber Supporter of the Year.
The evening concluded with a silent auction and a live performance from 8-Track Flash Back who came dressed in full 70s regalia - cosmic tie dye, bell bottoms and all.
Cheyenne County native, local business owner.
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