Casper College students score gold at 2026 SkillsUSA Wyoming State Championship
Casper College students earned top honors at the 2026 SkillsUSA Wyoming State Competition and will head to the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference, June 1-5, in Atlanta. In Atlanta, students from across the United States compete as teams and individually in a wide range of career and technical fields. Casper College students won five gold medals in the following categories: Pin Design, Fionna Kerkes; Job Interview, Katelyn Moeller; Technical Drafting, Howard McNiven; Architectural
Seven nonprofit finalists win at 2026 SparkTank competition
Casper College’s SparkTank project selected seven nonprofit organizations as finalists to compete for funding from a $46,300 prize. Following the presentations, the panel of judges decided to award money to all seven groups. Allied Angels was awarded $4,500, Interfaith was awarded $7,000, the Iris Club House was awarded $6,000, Olivia Caldwell was awarded $7,000, Patriot Express Honor Trips was awarded $11,300, Project Kenny was awarded $3,000, and the Self Help Center received $7,500. Twenty nonprofit
Independence Day 250 at the Ford Wyoming Center
Casper, WY — [May 20, 2026] — In 2026, America turns 250, and the Ford Wyoming Center is inviting the community to celebrate in a big way with Independence Day 250, a free, family-friendly Fourth of July event on Saturday, July 4, 2026, beginning at 4:00 p.m.This special celebration will honor the nation’s semi-quincentennial with an afternoon and evening packed with patriotic fun, community spirit, and one of Casper’s favorite holiday traditions, a spectacular fireworks finale.Guests can enjoy a wide
Free Resources Available to Help Wyoming Small Businesses Grow & Thrive
Washington, D.C. — The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is highlighting a variety of free tools, training opportunities, and business resources available to help small businesses strengthen operations, improve marketing, access funding, and plan for long-term growth. From startup guidance and grant resources to AI training and marketing support, many of these programs are available online and accessible to businesses nationwide, including right here in Wyoming and Natrona County.Resources Available to Small
Boys & Girls Clubs Expands Summer Sports Opportunities Through New Partnerships and Programs
Casper - As the school year comes to a close and families begin preparing for summer activities, the Boys & Girls Clubs is excited to announce an expanded lineup of summer sports opportunities designed to keep youth active, engaged, and connected throughout the summer months. This summer’s programming will feature exciting new partnerships, expanded athletic opportunities, and the introduction of new sports to the Casper community. A major highlight of the summer lineup is the continued partnership
On Sale Now: College National Finals Rodeo
CASPER, WY (April 1, 2026) – The College National Finals Rodeo (CNFR) is back in Casper this June 14-20, bringing the nation’s top collegiate rodeo athletes to the Ford Wyoming Center for a week of thrilling competition. This prestigious event is where champions are made, as the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association (NIRA) crowns individual and team champions in events like saddle bronc riding, bareback riding, bull riding, tie-down roping, steer wrestling, team roping, barrel racing, breakaway roping,
How Customer Photos, Reviews & Social Posts Are Helping Businesses Grow
Washington, D.C. — A recent resource from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce highlights the growing impact of user-generated content (UGC) and how businesses are using customer photos, reviews, testimonials, and social media posts to increase trust, engagement, and sales. From boutique retailers and restaurants to tourism destinations and service-based businesses, user-generated content is becoming one of the most effective marketing tools available, especially for small businesses working with limited
Town of Bar Nunn Independence Day Celebration
The Town of Bar Nunn is pleased to announce its plans for a community-wide Independence Day celebration in honor of America's 250th Anniversary.This milestone marks a rare and meaningful moment in our nation's history. In recognition of this occasion, the Town of Bar Nunn is joining neighboring communities in celebrating in a way that reflects both local pride and a shared commitment to honoring 250 years of American independence. This collaborative spirit helps create a unified and memorable experience
Geologist and instructor Kent Sundell establishes scholarship fund
Geologist and former Casper College Geology Instructor Kent Sundell, Ph.D., has established a generous scholarship fund at Casper College. The endowed scholarship fund will provide five scholarships per year, each ranging in value from $1,000 to $2,000. “The purpose of establishing this scholarship is to financially and therefore emotionally support any students who are interested in a career in geology, while realizing that strong student backgrounds in geography, chemistry, physics, and astronomy are
New Year’s Resolutions for Chambers, Businesses & People Who Actually Keep Them (Mostly)
Ah yes. The New Year. A magical time filled with fresh calendars, bold intentions, and at least one resolution we’ll quietly renegotiate by February.At the Casper Area Chamber of Commerce, we’ve been reflecting on what really matters as we head into a new year. After sorting through the confetti and leftover to-do lists, one thing is crystal clear: our members, our businesses, and the success of Natrona County are still the main event.So instead of resolutions that sound impressive but require superhuman
Wyoming Companies Face Rising Fees
Hello everybody. We are proud to have become members of Casper, Wyoming’s Chamber of Commerce. We are excited to begin working together and to support the business community. It is our goal to promote Wyoming businesses and believe joining the Chamber is an important part. Our first e-news letter was going to focus on our upcoming estate planning and wealth management seminars. Unfortunately, however, we have heard some unsettling news from the Wyoming Secretary of State that we thought we should bring to
