[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 195 (Tuesday, November 28, 2023)]
[Senate]
[Page S5637]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            RECOGNIZING COUNCIL MOUNTAIN COFFEE & LAUNDROMAT

 Mr. RISCH. Mr. President, Idaho small businesses are the 
backbone of our economy and the lifeblood of our communities, but 
rising costs and inflation have brought increased challenges to Main 
Street establishments across our State. This holiday season, I am proud 
to relaunch Support Local Gems All Season Long, a holiday revival of 
the statewide Support Local Gems initiative, which encourages Idahoans 
to do their holiday shopping at the small businesses that make the Gem 
State special. As a member and former chairman of the Senate Committee 
on Small Business and Entrepreneurship, I am pleased to honor Council 
Mountain Coffee & Laundromat as one of Idaho's Local Gems.
  Council Mountain Coffee & Laundromat is a staple in the Council 
community. Owned and operated by Jacob and Samantha Sturlin since 2021, 
the coffee shop and laundromat are popular among locals for daily cups 
of coffee and visitors passing through town. The Sturlins moved to 
Council and bought Council Mountain Coffee & Laundromat in pursuit of a 
more rural lifestyle and an opportunity to get involved in the 
community. Council Mountain Coffee features an eclectic menu of 
coffees, teas, Italian sodas, pastries, seasonal specials, and all are 
served by the friendliest staff.
  The Sturlins' passion for the community shines through in their 
sponsorship of the local rodeo, vacation Bible school, and the annual 
Fourth of July fireworks show. They encourage even the youngest 
community members to get involved, allowing Council Elementary School 
students to decorate coffee sleeves to brighten customers' morning joe.
  Congratulations to Jacob and Samantha Sturlin and the employees at 
Council Mountain Coffee & Laundromat. You are an outstanding example of 
what it means to be one of Idaho's Local Gems. You make our great State 
proud, and I look forward to your continued growth and success.

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