https://www.uedb.org Upton Economic Development Board News Feed Tue, 19 May 2026 06:14:27 +0000 en-US https://www.uedb.org/news/p/item/66850/upton-wyoming-an-affordable-strategic-place-to-stay-during-the-sturgis-motorcycle-rally https://www.uedb.org/news/p/item/66850/upton-wyoming-an-affordable-strategic-place-to-stay-during-the-sturgis-motorcycle-rally Mon, 16 Mar 2026 06:00:00 +0000 Hundreds of thousands of motorcycle enthusiasts from across the country and around the globe will be coming to the Black Hills for the 86th Annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally this August. Which also means hotel rooms are getting booked up, prices are soaring, and it’s becoming harder and harder to find a... https://www.uedb.org/news/p/item/65536/if-i-shop-local-will-it-really-make-a-difference https://www.uedb.org/news/p/item/65536/if-i-shop-local-will-it-really-make-a-difference Wed, 19 Nov 2025 07:00:00 +0000 The countdown to Christmas is on! This is the time when we’ll all be hearing the words “shop local” dozens of times.Regardless of age, most folks love the idea. A recent article from Forbes found that Boomers (80%) and Gen X (77%) were all about buying from small businesses, with... https://www.uedb.org/news/p/item/65129/could-you-use-a-grant-or-scholarship-good-news-we-award-both! https://www.uedb.org/news/p/item/65129/could-you-use-a-grant-or-scholarship-good-news-we-award-both! Fri, 17 Oct 2025 06:00:00 +0000 Did you know that the Upton Economic Development Board (UEDB) awards grants and scholarships every year?Maybe you’re looking for a boost to help your amazing organization run at a next-level standard of operations. Or, you might have a project in mind that will bring joy to our community and improve... https://www.uedb.org/news/p/item/64662/from-seed-to-salad-upton-high-school-greenhouse-inspires-next-generation-of-growers https://www.uedb.org/news/p/item/64662/from-seed-to-salad-upton-high-school-greenhouse-inspires-next-generation-of-growers Mon, 15 Sep 2025 06:00:00 +0000 When the bells rang to signal the start of the 2025 school year, Upton High School students could walk out of their classrooms and into a 24x48 greenhouse next door. Preparing, planting, growing, harvesting. The hands-on learning will embody an ongoing collaboration between Agricultural Sciences and General Science classes. It also represents... https://www.uedb.org/news/p/item/64126/stressed-out-at-work-feeling-burned-out-workforce-vitality-starts-here! https://www.uedb.org/news/p/item/64126/stressed-out-at-work-feeling-burned-out-workforce-vitality-starts-here! Fri, 29 Aug 2025 06:00:00 +0000 Trying to manage a work-life balance isn’t exactly easy these days. From long commutes to a frantic go-go-go! pace, it’s easy to understand why stress in the workplace has become a hot topic.Upton, Wyoming, offers a different way of life; one where wide-open spaces, safe, tight-knit communities, and a lower... https://www.uedb.org/news/p/item/63544/upton-women-inspiring-new-generation-of-female-leaders! https://www.uedb.org/news/p/item/63544/upton-women-inspiring-new-generation-of-female-leaders! Mon, 07 Jul 2025 06:00:00 +0000 We have so many strong women who contribute an immeasurable amount to Upton. From business owners to community movers and shakers, they are all inspiring the next generation of female leaders!There’s no better time to tip our hats to their community contributions than with a huge shout-out following National Family... https://www.uedb.org/news/p/item/63387/hit-the-highway-its-time-for-a-summer-road-trip! https://www.uedb.org/news/p/item/63387/hit-the-highway-its-time-for-a-summer-road-trip! Tue, 24 Jun 2025 06:00:00 +0000 Sun’s out. Windows open. With summer in full swing, you know that means: It’s time for a road trip!We’ve mapped out some of our favorite “gotta see it” destinations, all within a short drive of Upton. See one, or see them all. No matter which route you take, it’s a... https://www.uedb.org/news/p/item/62334/todays-students-are-tomorrows-leaders-upton-high-school-develops-its-youth https://www.uedb.org/news/p/item/62334/todays-students-are-tomorrows-leaders-upton-high-school-develops-its-youth Fri, 11 Apr 2025 06:00:00 +0000 Upton High School serves the small community of Upton, WY, tucked in the northeast corner of Wyoming through a robust platform of activities designed to give students invaluable leadership opportunities. The region’s youth develop essential skills and prepare for their future in programs like Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), Family, Career,... https://www.uedb.org/news/p/item/61847/the-upton-arena-connecting-the-past-to-uptons-future https://www.uedb.org/news/p/item/61847/the-upton-arena-connecting-the-past-to-uptons-future Tue, 11 Mar 2025 06:00:00 +0000 Built by returning World War II veterans in the early 1940s, the Upton Arena has long been a staple in Weston County, WY, agricultural and recreational life. Through the years, it became a hub for many exciting events, including the annual Upton Ag Day, kids' rodeos and ranch rodeos. Today, despite... https://www.uedb.org/news/p/item/59574/workforce-development-month-uptons-progress-and-the-role-of-iron-creek-inn https://www.uedb.org/news/p/item/59574/workforce-development-month-uptons-progress-and-the-role-of-iron-creek-inn Fri, 27 Sep 2024 06:00:00 +0000 September is a time to celebrate Workforce Development Month, a dedicated period to honor the initiatives that fuel workforce expansion and economic advancement nationwide. The inauguration of Iron Creek Inn in Upton has substantially fortified the local job market by crafting diverse employment opportunities. Shelley Sutherland, the hotel's General Manager,...