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Long lines of voters in Gillette might make results late
In most states, the primary election is just a first act. But in states dominated by one party, like Wyoming, just about all the serious action happens on primary.
Bill SniffinAugust 19, 2020
Von Flatern Gets Enzi Endorsement in Hotly-Contested Primary Race
U.S. Sen. Mike Enzi on Monday endorsed State Sen. Michael Von Flatern in a hotly contested primary race.
August 18, 2020
Time To Increase Clarity And Openness
As lawmakers continue to debate these issues, we implore them to resist the temptation to write too many exemptions into law and instead err on the side of openness.
August 17, 2020
Wyoming Ranked State With Best Community College System
Wyoming is ranked as the state with the best community college system in the nation in a recent study.
August 17, 2020
Nuclear Missiles To Be Replaced At Cheyenne Air Force Base, Gordon Applauds
F.E. Warren Air Force Base in Cheyenne is one of three military bases where nuclear missiles will be replaced over the next decade, the United States Air Force announced Friday.
August 14, 2020
President Trump Endorses Cynthia Lummis
Add President Trump to a long list of conservative superstars who have endorsed former Wyoming Congressman Cynthia Lummis' U.S. Senate campaign.
August 14, 2020
Liz Cheney: Kamala Harris Is A “Radical Liberal”
"Kamala Harris is a radical liberal who would raise taxes, take away guns & health insurance, and explode the size and power of the federal government," Cheney wrote on Twitter. "She wants to recreate America in the image of whats happening on the streets of Portland & Seattle. We wont give her the chance."
August 13, 2020
Wyoming State Rules For Rent Assistance Relaxed
The rules surrounding a state program designed to provide people with assistance in paying their rents or mortgages have been changed to allow more people to take part in the program.
August 12, 2020
Gordon Allows Bigger Size For Outdoor Gatherings, Indoors Still Limited
Updated public health orders will allow more people at outdoor gatherings beginning Aug. 16, Gov. Mark Gordon announced Wednesday.
August 12, 2020
UW Bus Facility To Get Upgrade With $4.2M Federal Grant
U.S. Transportation Sec. Elaine Chao announced Tuesday that the Federal Transit Authority will award $4.2 million in transit infrastructure funding to improve the safety and reliability of Wyoming's bus systems and enhance mobility for transit riders.
August 11, 2020
SOURCES: Mountain West Cancels All Fall Sports; Will Look Toward Spring
The 124th season of Wyoming football will have to wait. The Mountain West Conference Monday canceled all fall sports due to concerns related to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
August 11, 2020
Wyoming Officials Request Early Presidential Debate In Wyoming
Three of Wyomings top elected officials are recommending that Wyoming host an early presidential debate.
August 10, 2020
Gordon: UW Students Could Receive CARES Funds Due To COVID Impact
University of Wyoming students could receive up to $3,250 in federal coronavirus relief funds to help pay their school expenses in the fall semester, Gov. Mark Gordon announced in a news release Friday.
August 10, 2020
‘Squaw Teats’ Should Remain On The Map, Park County Commissioners Say
The Park County Commission voted to oppose a proposal that would rename a pair of summits known as 'Squaw Teats' to 'Crow Woman Buttes'.
August 07, 2020
Gordon Launches Wyoming CARES Funds Transparency Website
Gov. Mark Gordon has created a page on the Wyoming Sense budget transparency website to see how the state is utilizing federal dollars awarded through the CARES Act.
August 06, 2020
Wyoming Supreme Court Denies University Of Wyoming Gun Case Appeal
The Wyoming Supreme Court will not hear a challenge to the University of Wyomings ability to regulate firearms on its property, a divided court has decided.
August 05, 2020
Act Now And Save! Free Entrance Fees at All National Parks on Wednesday
The Department of Interior is waiving all entrance fees at national parks on Wednesday.
August 05, 2020
No Response (Yet) To Wyoming’s Bid On Occidental Land
State officials have received no response to their bid on more than 1 million acres of private land in southern Wyoming, an official said Monday.
August 04, 2020
Gordon Grants 180-Day Extension For Expired Drivers Licenses
Good news if your drivers license has expired in the last few months, you have additional time to get it renewed.
August 03, 2020
Wyoming Lands In Middle Of Ranking For Best, Worst States For Health Care
Wyoming landed right around the midpoint in a recent ranking of the best and worst states for health care in the nation by personal finance site WalletHub.
August 03, 2020
Gordon Upset By Closure Of Lamb Processing Plant
The impending closure of the countrys second-largest lamb processing plant is more evidence of unhealthy consolidation of the countrys meat packing industry, Gov. Mark Gordon said.
July 31, 2020
Wyoming Officials Speak Out Against Trump’s Proposed Election Delay
Pres. Donald Trump's recent suggestion that the United States delay the Nov. 3 general election received much pushback from various legislators, including a number of Wyoming representatives.
July 31, 2020
One Unexpected (And Stupid) Result From the Coronavirus: More Smoking
Perhaps the stupidest development as a result of the coronavirus is that theres a smoking resurgence in the country.
July 29, 2020
Gordon Extends Current Public Health Orders Again, To Last Until Aug. 15
Gov. Mark Gordon announced Tuesday afternoon that Wyoming's current public health orders will remain in place until at least Aug. 15 as coronavirus cases continue to rise in the state.
July 28, 2020