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Upton, a small and tight-knit community in northeastern Wyoming, has always had a special place in the heart of Kasaundra Bishop. A recent addition to the Upton Economic Development Board (UEDB) team, Kasaundra brings a wealth of enthusiasm and fresh ideas to her role as an Administrative Coordinator. Her deep...Continue Reading

Amidst the vast expanses and endless rolling hills of Wyoming’s Black Hills, the town of Upton is a haven for year-round outdoor recreation. When the snow melts and the land greens, local folks turn to that outdoor pursuit so often associated with Wyoming…golf! That’s right; golf enthusiasts favor Upton...Continue Reading

Sustainable and consistent economic growth is vital to a community’s well-being. Nonprofit organizations are an often-overlooked asset and driver of business support critical to that growth. Many nonprofit development organizations promote economic development by bridging the gap between a community’s public and private sectors.  The Upton Economic Development Board...Continue Reading

The small town of Upton, WY, has found itself amid an international race to secure a supply of raw materials to match the ever-increasing dependence on high-tech products, national security systems and alternative energy production. The Colorado-based company, Rare Element Resources, has recently received U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) approval...Continue Reading

History is often thought of by many as a dry, boring subject. But for communities across the country, their history is more about lively stories and visual reminders of what it was like to live in a time so much different than today. Such is the case in Upton, WY,...Continue Reading

The summer season is almost upon us! With the summer coming up, Upton Fun Days is rapidly approaching. The annual celebration makes its return to Upton July 15-17, 2022, with three days filled with fun and memories for the whole family. The Upton Chamber of Commerce has worked diligently to...Continue Reading

Background In 2016, Upton High School Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) partnered with the Upton Economic Development Board and the Upton Chamber of Commerce to develop and implement the “Think Upton First” campaign, to educate citizens on ways to support the community by shopping locally. June 2022, the...Continue Reading

The evening of May 26, 2022 an Upton Community Forum was hosted by the Upton Chamber of Commerce and Upton Economic Development Board (UEDB), open to all in the community. It kicked off with a complimentary dinner served by Joe’s Food Center. Over 50 people were in attendance, including Senator...Continue Reading