Dec 17, 2025

City Commission hears about Chamber of Commerce topics

Posted Dec 17, 2025 3:14 AM

The formal announcement  on development of a new Casey's at 18th and and Washington occurred Tuesday night at the Junction City Commission meeting. Economic Development Director Mickey Fornaro-Dean made the announcement.

They have worked with the company for 24 months. The company looked at a minimum of 13 potential sites in Junction City before choosing the 18th and Washington site.

She also announced:

--Michelin is very pleased with their facility in Junction City.

--Golden Shovel, the Chamber's website developer, has started doing a comprehensive website refresh.

--The Chamber was represented at the Association of the United States Army meeting in Washington D.C.

--Junction City was a finalist for an Amazon warehouse that is apparently going to Manhattan.