The head of the chamber of commerce says the economic recovery is gaining strength in Saint Joseph in spite of uncertainties at the federal level. Ted Allison says we have a lot to be excited about. He says several business owners have told him they’re hiring, Snorkel is recalling laid-off workers, and our unemployment rate remains below the state and national averages.

Allison says it’s very encouraging. He says if the economy is improving even with continuing political and healthcare uncertainty, imagine what it could do when everything settles down after the election.