In its inception, Bitcoin was a good idea; a medium of exchange that could be used across the internet with an understood value independent of national authority.  It was meant to be isolated from the economic, social, and political forces that cause fluctuations in national currencies and avoid the messiness of exchange rates. This is not what it is today.  Bitcoin is not a currency because it is not a medium of exchange.  Many have tried to make it so but even Tesla recently stopped accepting Bitcoin for vehicle purchases.  It is now only discussed in relation to it value…

Just like you, we live and work right here in Cheyenne! Supporting local organizations is hugely important to us, knowing that everything we do ultimately supports the overall strength of our community—and, in turn, our members. Upcoming events  Calling all bakers! “Cookies for Airmen” accepting cookie donations through Feb. 10th  Hosted by the Greater Cheyenne Chamber of Commerce’s Military Affairs Committee, the Warren Spouses Club, and the Women’s Civic League of Cheyenne, “Cookies for Airmen” coordinates a Valentine’s Day delivery of cookies to airmen living in the F.E. Warren Air Force Base Dorms.  To participate, sign up at the link…

As with the first round, First Education will be participating as a lender for both First Draw and Second Draw PPP lending. Most of the rules and qualifications remain the same for the first round. There are some important changes and businesses that received a PPP loan in 2020 can apply for a Second Draw loan. More information and the applications are available here. Please send any questions to ppp@firstedfcu.com.

Newly authorized Economic Impact Payments posted to accounts on Monday, January 4th. All currently authorized direct deposit payments were made on that day. Checks will be mailed over the next few weeks. If you have not received a deposit, please see the  IRS.gov/GetMyPayment for more information.

An employee tested positive for COVID-19 on 11/30/2020. Out of an abundance of caution, we required all employees they were in contact with to get tested. All of these employees tested negative. This combined with our strict social distancing guidelines, leads us to believe the risk of member exposure is extremely low. This post will be updated as more information becomes available. Remember to stay home if you feel sick, wash your hands often, keep at least 6 feet away from everyone not in your household, and wear a face covering whenever you are in public. Follow the guidelines of…

Based on the best information we have, wearing face coverings helps prevent the spread of COVID-19. While face coverings may offer some protection for the wearer, they are meant to protect others. You could be infected and contagious and be unaware of it. Wearing a mask helps keep you from spreading the virus to others. Show your concern for others by wearing a mask. As a sign of our commitment to keeping everyone healthy, we have required face coverings for everyone entering our building since we reopened our lobby. We will continue to do so until health officials advise otherwise.…

Juneteenth — also known as Freedom Day — has been a tradition in the United States for more than 150 years. The holiday finds its roots in Texas, where enslaved African-Americans in the city of Galveston were finally informed of their freedom on June 19, 1865, about two and half years after President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation on Jan. 1, 1863. Forty-seven states and the District of Columbia officially commemorate or observe Juneteenth; Texas, which made it a state holiday in 1980, was first to do so. Juneteenth presents the perfect opportunity to explore black history and to start a discussion…

Our lobby is once again open Monday through Friday 8:30am to 5:30pm. We are excited to take this big step toward getting back to business as usual. However, we are taking this step following the guidance of the Wyoming Health Department and as always, our top concern will be your health and the health of our other members and our employees. We have deep cleaned our building, put up germ guards, and bought reusable-antibacterial masks for our staff. However, the design of our building makes social distancing difficult in our lobby. So, to protect everyone’s health, we will be wearing…

In adherence to guidance set forth by the Wyoming Health Department and in support of the Greater Cheyenne Chamber of Commerce’s Safe to Work initiative, we are moving into our next stage of returning to normal operations. As always, our top concern will be your health and the health of our other members and our employees. Beginning Tuesday– May 26th, most of our staff will be working in the office and we will be taking appointments for members to visit our office for most services. You can make an appointment by calling us at 307-432-7400. Our drive-up will continue to…

Based on the change in the State-wide Health Orders made by Governor Gordon, we have made the decision to move toward more normal operations. This will be done in stages and in adherence to guidance set forth by the Wyoming Health Department and in support of the Greater Cheyenne Chamber of Commerce’s Safe to Work initiative. Throughout the process, our top concern will be your health and the health of our other members and our employees. Beginning Monday – May 18th, we will allow more staff to return to work and start taking appointments for members to visit our office…