Morgan County Economic Development Corporation

08/19/2026

In case you missed it, MCEDC Interim Director Stacie Gillespie-Smith recently joined 1010 KSIR to discuss her role during this leadership transition and the search for MCEDC’s next Director.

Thank you to 1010 KSIR for the opportunity to share what is happening at MCEDC and introduce a familiar face in this new role!

Listen to the full interview below. 🎙️

Morgan County Economic Development Corporation has an interim director - and she's a familiar face in the office! Stacie Smith joined us to talk about the search for a new Director and her role as the interim director of MCEDC.
https://audio.necolorado.com/KSIR/2026-08-17-Stacie_Smith-Morgan_County_Economic_Development_Corp.mp3

07/31/2026

Congratulations to Linda Thorpe on this well-deserved recognition! We are proud to have East Morgan County Hospital as an MCEDC investor and community partner.

Congratulations to Linda Thorpe, CEO of East Morgan County Hospital, on being named to Becker’s Healthcare’s 2026 list of Women Hospital and Health System Presidents and CEOs to Know.

This recognition reflects Linda’s leadership and the dedication of the East Morgan County Hospital team to providing compassionate, patient-centered care for our community.

Read more: www.beckershospitalreview.com/hospital-management-administration/236-women-hospital-and-health-system-presidents-and-ceos-to-know-2026/.

07/24/2026

Kristin recently joined the radio to reflect on her tenure at MCEDC and the many incredible things she has accomplished along the way.

Her leadership, dedication, and passion for Morgan County have made a lasting impact on our organization and our entire community. We are incredibly grateful for everything she has done to support local businesses, strengthen partnerships, and move economic development forward.

Take a listen as Kristin shares some of the highlights from her time with MCEDC. We are so proud to celebrate her and the legacy she leaves behind! 💙🎙️

Morgan County Economic Development Corporation Executive Director, Kristin Clifford-Basil, joined me on the talk show this morning for the final time as she transitions into a new career path. Click the link below to listen in as she talks about her 6 1/2 years at MCEDC.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/3QEB3Z5vIQjWfvl2UkPq1t?si=YECLLHAOTeK47uFcSI0MsQ

07/23/2026

Morgan County Economic Development is hiring an Executive Director!

We’re seeking a motivated, community-focused leader who can help strengthen our local economy, support business growth, and create new opportunities throughout Morgan County.

Salary: $65,000–$85,000 DOE

Benefits include:
Health insurance stipend
Retirement contribution
Paid leave and holidays
Professional development
Mileage reimbursement

To apply, submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected].

Please share this opportunity with someone who would be a great fit for Morgan County!

07/16/2026

📢 Business Resource Opportunity

The Colorado Employee Ownership Office and the Rocky Mountain Employee Ownership Center are hosting an Employee Ownership Roadshow on July 21 from 2:00–3:00 PM.

This informational session will explore employee ownership options and how they can support business succession planning, employee retention, and long-term business sustainability.

Featured speakers include:
• Libby Lukens, Employee Ownership Office Program Manager
• Salvador González, Employee Ownership Director, Rocky Mountain Employee Ownership Center

If you're a business owner interested in learning more about employee ownership models, this may be a valuable opportunity to attend.

07/14/2026

Thank you to our incredible Bobstock Beer Garden volunteers.

We had every intention of taking more photos throughout the weekend, but the Beer Garden kept us so busy that we barely had a chance to pull out a camera. That's not a bad problem to have, and it's all thanks to the amazing volunteers who kept everything running smoothly.

From serving drinks to cleaning up and helping wherever needed, your hard work made the Beer Garden a success. We truly couldn't have done it without your time, energy, and willingness to help.

Thank you for helping make this year's Bobstock Beer Garden one to remember. We appreciate every one of you!!!!

Thank you to our incredible Bobstock Beer Garden volunteers.

We had every intention of taking more photos throughout the weekend, but the Beer Garden kept us so busy that we barely had a chance to pull out a camera. That's not a bad problem to have, and it's all thanks to the amazing volunteers who kept everything running smoothly.

From serving drinks to cleaning up and helping wherever needed, your hard work made the Beer Garden a success. We truly couldn't have done it without your time, energy, and willingness to help.

Thank you for helping make this year's Bobstock Beer Garden one to remember. We appreciate every one of you.

07/09/2026

🍻 BOBSTOCK Beer Garden opens at 10 AM! 🍻

Start your Saturday off right with us in the Beer Garden! We’ll have:

🌯 Breakfast burritos
🥂 Mimosas
🍺 Cheladas

Come hungry, come thirsty, and come ready for BOBSTOCK! We’ll be serving until we run out, so don’t wait too long.

07/03/2026

🍻 BOBSTOCK Beer Garden Sponsor Shoutout! 🍻

A huge thank you to the Morgan County Wranglers Baseball Club for becoming a 2026 Beer Garden Banner Sponsor! ⚾🍺

Their support helps keep the BOBSTOCK Beer Garden going strong while helping raise funds for local business grants, community programs, and economic development initiatives through MCEDC and the Fort Morgan Chamber of Commerce.

The Morgan County Wranglers have quickly become a source of hometown pride, bringing exciting baseball, community spirit, and family-friendly entertainment to our region. We're thrilled to welcome them as a new Beer Garden sponsor this year!

Thank you for stepping up to the plate and supporting one of Morgan County's favorite summer traditions. We look forward to a great season both on the field and at BOBSTOCK! 🙌⚾

07/02/2026

🍻 BOBSTOCK Beer Garden Sponsor Shoutout! 🍻

A huge thank you to Aypa Power for returning as a 2026 Beer Garden Banner Sponsor! ⚡🍺

Their support helps keep the BOBSTOCK Beer Garden going strong while helping raise funds for local business grants, community programs, and economic development initiatives through MCEDC and the Fort Morgan Chamber of Commerce.

As a leader in renewable energy development, Aypa Power is helping power the future while supporting the communities where they invest and operate.

Thank you for helping make BOBSTOCK 2026 a success! 🙌