Casper College Awarded $444,000 NSF Grant to Launch Statewide ‘Quantum Pipeline’
An NSF Grant awarded to Casper College is bringing quantum physics into hands-on reality for students across the state. Thanks to a recently awarded $444,059 grant from the National Science Foundation, Casper College is leading a statewide initiative to prepare students from Wyoming and around the country for the next frontier of technology.Expanding STEM Education Through the NSF Grant The “Quantum Pipeline” project aims to demystify complex scientific concepts by introducing hands-on learning long
New sessions for free High School Equivalency Certificate Sept. 23 and 24
New sessions for those seeking to earn their free High School Equivalency Certificate are Sept. 23 and 24 at the Lee and Felicia Castellow Adult Learning Center at Casper College.Free High School Equivalency Certificate Orientation Sessions The first two sessions on Wednesday, Sept. 23, occur at 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. The next three sessions on Thursday, Sept. 24, occur at 9 a.m. and 1 or 6 p.m. The Castellow Adult Learning Center requires all students who want to work on earning their High School Equivalency
Cybersecurity Basics: An Introduction for Business Owners
This is the first in a monthly cybersecurity education series submitted to the chamber as a community service by CMIT Solutions of Wyoming, a fellow chamber member. Each month, we'll break down a cybersecurity topic in plain language — no tech background required — so fellow members can put practical guidance to use right away. If you run a business today, cybersecurity is part of the job — whether you signed up for it or not. Every business, no matter how small, has identities to protect (yours and your
Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Wyoming Announces 2026 Youth of the Year Finalists
CASPER, WY — Eleven outstanding young leaders have been selected as finalists in the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Wyoming’s 2026 Youth of the Year competition. On September 9-10, these teens will compete for the title of BGCCW Youth of the Year and an $8,000 scholarship from the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Wyoming Foundation, endowed by the late Ruth R. Ellbogen. Since its national launch in 1947, Youth of the Year has become Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s premier recognition program for teen members.
September Fishing, Winter Adventures & Hooks & Harvest
Book NOW! Dear Friends, September is here, bringing cooler days, quieter stretches of river, and one of our favorite times of year on the North Platte. As summer begins to fade, the cooling weather creates more comfortable conditions for anglers and guests alike. Whether you are planning one more getaway before winter or already looking ahead to colder-weather adventures, there is still plenty to enjoy at Trout On™ Inn. September Fishing Report Grey Reef flows dropped to approximately 500 CFS in
Casper Mountain Lions Club invites chamber members to presentation promoting disability awareness
The Casper Mountain Lions Club welcomes fellow chamber members to hear the enthralling story of survival and perseverance from 9/11 survivor Michael Hingson when he visits Casper this fall. Hingson will share his story with the public on Sunday, Oct. 25 at 1:30 p.m. in the Wheeler Concert Hall in the Casper College Music Building. The presentation, sponsored by the Wyoming Council of the Blind, is free and open to everyone. Co-sponsors include the Casper Mountain Lions Club, Montgomery Trust Fund for
Former NBC News Justice Journalist Pete Williams to Keynote CC Seminar Sept. 16
Former NBC News justice journalist Pete Williams returns to his hometown of Casper to keynote “Freedom at the Core: The First Amendment in a Digital Democracy,” Casper College’s free, public Constitution Day seminar Wednesday, Sept. 16. The college will host Casper native Williams as the keynote speaker of the seminar. Williams covered the US Supreme Court and the Departments of Justice and Homeland Security for NBC News for 29 years as a correspondent based in Washington, DC. Williams is the recipient
Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Wyoming Announce the 2026 Alumni Hall of Fame Class
Casper - “Growing up with a single mom and eight siblings, the Club was more than just a place to go during the summer. It was a safe place where I could learn, compete, have fun and challenge myself,” said Mike Rickard, Retired Navy SEAL. “The Club taught me the value of hard work and serving others, lessons that stayed with me throughout my career and my life.” The Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Wyoming are proud to announce the 2026 Alumni Hall of Fame. With more than 105,000 past Club members and
Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Wyoming Launches First-Ever Youth Emcee Talent Showcase Following
Wyoming Legends Casper, WY – After 27 years of exceptional leadership behind the microphone by legendary Wyoming broadcasters Brian Scott and Bob Price, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Wyoming (BGCCW) is launching a new tradition that places youth in the spotlight. For nearly three decades, Scott and Price served as the voices of the organization's Annual Awards & Recognition Breakfast, helping inspire thousands of community members while celebrating the impact of Boys & Girls Clubs across Central
Understanding the Small Business Index: A Valuable Resource for Business Owners
Washington, D.C. — The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is encouraging small business owners to take advantage of the MetLife & U.S. Chamber of Commerce Small Business Index, a quarterly report that provides insight into the health, confidence, and outlook of America's small business community. The Index offers valuable data on business conditions, economic trends, hiring plans, revenue expectations, and the challenges facing entrepreneurs across the country. Produced in partnership with MetLife, the Small
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
