Upton Chamber of Commerce

Box 756 • Upton, WY 82730

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Welcome to town! If you are a newcomer, you may need to stop at City Hall on the corner of Pine and Highway 16 to arrange for utilities and gather local information. Staffed by City Clerk/Treasurer, Kelley Millar and Assistant Clerk, June Shell; the office is open Monday - Friday from 8am to 5pm. The city shop is located on the west end of town.

The Town of Upton is governed by an elected Mayor and four Council members. Meetings are held at city hall at 7:00 pm on the first Tuesday of each month. The Upton Police Department is comprised of three officers including the Chief of Police. The city also funds the local ambulance and fire department north on Highway 116. In case of an emergency, they may be reached by dialing 911. Municipal court is in session on the last Monday of each month. Our Community Center has been remodeled and provides areas for sports, clubs, receptions and celebrations located on Highway 116 north of town.

The City Park is located north of town on Highway 116. This beautiful park boasts tall ponderosa pines reaching almost as high as "Old Glory". Kids love the playground while their parents pitching horse shoes at the competition pits, taking a lap around the the walking trail and relaxing with friends and families at one of the many picnic areas.

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The Gateway to the Black Hills

As the “Gateway to the Black Hills”, you’ll find Upton at the transition point from the Thunder Basin National Grassland to the beautiful Black Hills. The greater Upton area is rich in regional culture. With Historic Deadwood, the Sturgis Rally and many national parks and landmarks in our backyard, Upton is the perfect spot for families, businesses and visitors to be!

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Innovative Education in Action

Upton’s education system is founded on the continued mission to be learner-centered and future focused, constantly adapting our learning experience to be innovative and diverse. Through the personalization of a student's learning experience, the student takes on project-based learning, to prepare them for real-world experiences. They become better equipped to take on their future, while making a difference in Upton, today.

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Friendly Business Ecosystem

Upton’s business ecosystem boasts a wide variety of opportunities for business development. Business owners in Upton enjoy a low tax burden, financing and incentives, and numerous workforce resources, helping you to spend less and earn more.

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Outside of the Classroom

Beyond academics and career development, WCSD #7 offers many extra-curricular activities for students. Residents cheered on the Girls Basketball Team to their first state championship in 2023, Boys Basketball Team and the Girls Golf Team to back-to-back state championships in 2021 and 2022. WCSD #7 is truly the center of the community!

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Lending a Helping Hand

Volunteers shape Upton’s culture and community. From events and local amenities to infrastructure and emergency services. Upton’s volunteers improve, maintain, and manage virtually all aspects of community development. Volunteerism remains the forefront of our mission to keep Upton the Best Town on Earth.

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Quality of Life

Residents in Upton are dedicated to creating an Upton, Wyoming as a sustainable and vibrant community. Through local initiatives, such as the Think Upton First Campaign started in 2016 to promote a “support local” mindset, citizens remain committed to the quality of life for all.