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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

Small businesses are the driving force behind well-paying jobs, dynamic business growth and overall quality of life in communities nationwide. The Upton Economic Development Board (UEDB) recognizes this importance and seeks to facilitate the necessary assistance the owners, leaders and entrepreneurs of these entities face. Additionally, several state and national...Continue Reading

The Festival of Tables set to make its return to Upton on Saturday, March 18, 2022, at the Upton Community Center. The event was started in 2013 by the Upton Chamber of Commerce to raise funds for the Upton Park Project, constructed in 2015. The Upton Economic Development Board joined...Continue Reading

The McMillan clan has always had a passion for cars. For Upton, Wyoming native Joel McMillan, this passion led to an opportunity to leave his oilfield life behind for a life on the big screen. Growing up, Joel, parents Tom and Diana McMillan, and family, were always around cars...Continue Reading

Economic development often works best by understanding local strengths and focusing on an integrated approach centered on a community’s goals. As the new Economic Development and Marketing Coordinator with the Upton Economic Development Board (UEDB), Kade McMillan is an expert on the local angle, with a mindset to build that...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