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Wyoming Dept. Of Education Receives Nearly $100K Microsoft Grant For Computer Science Training
In some non-coronavirus related news for Wyoming, the state's Department of Education announced it received a grant from Microsoft for nearly $100,000.
October 29, 2020
Al Simpson ‘Doing Well’ After Minor Stroke
Former U.S. Sen. Al Simpson was doing well Wednesday in a Denver hospital where he underwent surgery following a minor stroke, according to his son.
October 28, 2020
University Of Wyoming Proposes $42 Million In Budget Cuts
The University of Wyoming's administration has announced a plan including multiple cuts to programs and teaching positions in light of a 10% cut in state funding, which will address a $42.3 million budget reduction.
October 27, 2020
Despite Improvement, Gordon Says Wyoming’s Fiscal Picture Still Concerning
Despite recent improvements in the Wyomings financial outlook, the state still faces some major challenges, Gov. Mark Gordon said Monday.
October 26, 2020
Jimmy Orr: Bipartisanship And Civility is Happening in the Reddest State in the Nation
Although many believe the political discourse is the worst it's ever been, there are signs of civility and bipartisanship happening here in Wyoming.
Jimmy OrrOctober 26, 2020
Interstate 80 Between Cheyenne and Rawlins Closed Due to Weather and Accidents
I-80 between Cheyenne and Rawlins are completely closed due to multiple accidents and snowy weather.
October 25, 2020
Barrasso, Enzi Praise Amy Coney Barrett, Agree They Will Confirm Her
U.S. Sens. John Barrasso and Mike Enzi agreed that Judge Amy Coney Barrett was the best person to replace the late Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg on the Supreme Court.
October 23, 2020
Gordon Allocating CARES Funds To Help With Wyoming Insurance Enrollment
Gordon is allocating $600,000 to be directed to the Enroll Wyoming program, which will be used to hire trained enrollment counselors to provide outreach, education and assistance.
October 23, 2020
Gordon on Covid-19: When We Act Irresponsibly, “Our Patriotism Has Gone Awry”
Gov. Mark Gordon had strong words for people in Wyoming who disregard precautionary measures -- like wearing masks -- designed to stop the spread of the coronavirus.
October 21, 2020
Wyoming Submits Plan For Distributing, Administering COVID Vaccine
Wyoming has submitted its initial plan for distributing and administering a coronavirus vaccine to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Gov. Mark Gordon announced Wednesday.
October 21, 2020
Barrasso: Expansion of Supreme Court Very Real Threat Under Biden
Sen. Barrasso said if Joe Biden wins the presidency, there is a "very real threat" the Supreme Court would be expanded.
October 20, 2020
Seven COVID Cases in UW Sorority House Prompt Shutdown
Because of the cases among members of the Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority, all of the students in the house are being told to shelter in place.
October 16, 2020
One-Fifth Of Wyoming’s Registered Already Cast Ballots
According to the Secretary of State's office, 55,755 of requested absentee ballots have already been returned, which includes those who have voted in person at an absentee polling place or at their county clerk's office.
October 15, 2020
UW’s COVID Testing Procedure To Double
The total number of tests administered weekly is expected to rise from about 6,000 at present to 15,000, making UWs testing program one of the most robust among universities in the nation.
October 15, 2020
Report: Wyoming Is One Of Nation’s Most Politically-Engaged States
Personal finance website WalletHub compared the 50 states based on 11 key indicators of political engagement, ranging from the percentage of registered voters in the 2016 presidential election to total political contributions per adult population.
October 13, 2020
Cheney Dedicates First National Cemetery in Wyoming; “Veterans Most Important Part of Her Job”
Rep. Liz Cheney said her work on behalf of veterans and current members of the armed forces is the most important part of her job as a member of Congress.
October 11, 2020
Cheney: We’ve Got To Make Sure Pelosi Isn’t Speaker Much Longer
U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney continued to blast Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi regarding the proposed coronavirus stimulus package this week, this time on a Cheyenne talk radio station.
October 09, 2020
Gordon Gets Flu Shot; Urges Citizens To Do The Same Especially With Covid Threat
Gov. Gordon is urging Wyoming citizens to get a flu shot this year. Wyoming ranks 48th in the country for flu vaccinations
October 08, 2020
Barrasso: Pelosi Doesn’t Want Coronavirus Stimulus Package Deal
"I don't believe Nancy Pelosi actually wants a deal," he said. "I wish she did. I think she views this as something that would give the president something of a victory prior to the election and she won't do it."
October 07, 2020
Wyoming Mail Carrier Faces Jail After Allegedly Throwing Away Voter Guides
A mail carrier in Fremont County faces up to two years in jail after being accused of throwing away mail, including voter guides, sent to residents of South Pass City and Atlantic City.
October 06, 2020
New Surgical and Cardiovascular Center Opens in Lander
The new Western Wyoming Medical Ambulatory Surgery Center will open Tuesday in Lander.
October 05, 2020
Wyoming’s Economy At Risk Because Of Rising COVID Numbers, Gordon Says
Gordon said if the state continued its pace of seeing 98 new laboratory-confirmed cases per day, people would stop leaving their homes and contributing to economic growth.
October 05, 2020
Barrasso: If President Can Get Coronavirus, Any Of Us Can
U.S. Sen. John Barrasso called on his medical training on Monday morning when he appeared on CNBC's "Squawk Box" to discuss President Donald Trump's recent coronavirus diagnosis.
October 05, 2020
Cheney: “Pelosi Has Fundamentally Failed America”
Speaker Pelosi has fundamentally failed America and her decision to stand in the way of a common sense relief bill is the latest example of that, Cheney said.
October 02, 2020