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,
Bob & Celia Kirkwood Named Honorees for Boys & Girls Club Breakfast Casper, WY
Casper, WY – “Think about the end goal. Every choice you make, your studies, your hobbies, your opportunities, shape where you will end up,” Bob and Celia Kirkwood advise youth. “Make sure the path you are on leads to the life you truly want and do not be afraid to adjust along the way. Remember, God knows best; trust Him.” Grounded in decades of experience in family, business, and community service, the Kirkwoods will be honored at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Wyoming’s 28th Annual Awards &
U.S. Chamber of Commerce Shares Guidance on Tariff Refunds Following Supreme Court Ruling
Washington, D.C. — A recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling could open the door for certain businesses to recover tariffs previously paid on imported goods. While the process is still developing, this could mean potential refunds for businesses that rely on products, materials, or inventory sourced from overseas. For businesses in Natrona County and across Wyoming, this matters more than it might seem at first glance. From retailers and manufacturers to construction and specialty shops, many local businesses
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
U.S. Chamber of Commerce Shares Key Insights on New Tax Law for Small Businesses
Washington, D.C. — The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has released a practical guide to help small business owners understand and navigate recent changes under the new federal tax law. The updated legislation introduces a range of provisions designed to support small business growth through expanded deductions, enhanced credits, and broader eligibility. Key Highlights for Small Businesses:Permanent 20% Qualified Business Income Deduction: Many small businesses, including sole proprietors and S corporations,
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
