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National Elk Refuge Begins Feeding 7,000 Elk
The National Elk Refuge has begun this years feeding of the estimate 7,000 elk on the refuge.
February 05, 2021
Wyoming’s COVID Hospitalizations Drop Below 50
Wyoming's coronavirus-related hospitalizations have continued to drop over the last week, dipping to 48 as of Thursday, down from 64 one week prior.
February 05, 2021
244 New Coronavirus Cases In Wyoming On Thursday, 1,069 Active
The number of active coronavirus cases in Wyoming declined by more than 90 on Thursday, according to Wyoming Department of Health figures.
February 05, 2021
Gordon Announces Steps to Boost Wyoming Energy, Tourism, Ag
A series of steps aimed at improving Wyomings primary economic drivers has been proposed or endorsed by Gov. Mark Gordon.
February 04, 2021
Torrington Corrections Officer Receives Medal for Stopping Stabbing
In September 2019, Officer Cullen Calderon from the Wyoming Medium Correctional Institution risked his own personal safety in order to prevent the loss of life.
February 04, 2021
Wyoming Conservation License Plate Sales Generate $300K
Wyoming generated more than $300,000 in 2020 through the sales of state conservation license plates.
February 04, 2021
Report: Wyoming Has Weird Preferred Dessert for Super Bowl
Wyoming's most-searched dessert for the Super Bowl is apparently "chia seed coconut milk dessert," according to a recently published set of Google Trends.
February 04, 2021
Wyoming Supreme Court Lifts Suspension Against Casper Attorney
The Wyoming Supreme Court has lifted a suspension against a Casper attorney that was issued in January.
February 04, 2021
Dr. Geoff Kraemer Joins SageWest Health Care
SageWest Health Care is pleased to announce podiatrist Geoff Kraemer, DPM has joined its staff.
February 04, 2021
Teton County Moves to Lower Risk Level After COVID Infections Drop
Teton County has moved down one risk level, from critical to high, after coronavirus infections in the area have been on the decline.
February 04, 2021
Lost For Two Days, Stranded Travelers Rescued Tuesday
A pair of Montana residents traveling to South Dakota were rescued Tuesday afternoon west of Gillette, where they had been stranded for days following a car crash
County 17February 04, 2021
Liz Cheney Wins Resounding Affirmative Vote To Stay In Leadership
By a commanding margin, Liz Cheney beat back challengers and retained her position as the third highest ranking Republican in the U.S. House.
February 04, 2021
Wyoming Energy Sector Strategizing Response To Biden Ban On New Drilling
Wyoming energy producers are preparing to fight the Biden administrations recent halt to new energy exploration leases on federal lands.
February 04, 2021
135 New Coronavirus Cases in Wyoming on Tuesday; 1,165 Active
The number of active coronavirus cases in Wyoming climbed back over 1,100 on Wednesday with the reporting of more than 130 new confirmed cases of the virus.
February 04, 2021
Weld County Will Never Leave Colorado For Wyoming
It's fun to talk about, but the chance of Weld County seceding from Colorado and joining Wyoming is essentially zero.
Jimmy OrrFebruary 03, 2021
Wyoming School Board Association Opposes School Consolidation Bill
The Wyoming School Board Association has expressed its opposition to a recently proposed bill that would consolidate Wyoming's school district from 48 to 24.
February 03, 2021
Gordon, Legislators Outline Plan for March Session During Pandemic
The Wyoming State Legislature will abide by a hybrid in-person and remote session schedule when it convenes next month.
February 03, 2021
Yellowstone Scientist: No, We’re Not Overdue for Volcanic Eruption
A scientist studying Yellowstone National Park's volcanic activity diffused any rumors that the park is overdue for a large eruption earlier this week.
February 03, 2021
New Public Roadway In Sublette Range Will Allow Access to 33K Acres of Land
A new public road being installed this summer will allow people access to more than 32,900 acres of public land in the Sublette Mountain range in western Wyoming.
February 03, 2021
Barrasso Expresses Concern About Potential COVID Relief Bill
U.S. Sen. John Barrasso expressed much concern during an appearance on PBS News Hour Tuesday about President Joe Biden's proposed coronavirus relief bill.
February 03, 2021
Wyoming Supreme Court Suspends Sheridan Attorney for 3 Years
The Wyoming Supreme Court suspended a Sheridan attorney related to a felony alcohol-related case.
February 03, 2021
Jonathan Lange: Lange: Cheney rushed to judgment, Lummis finding the facts
Jonathan Lange writes: "Only weeks after Liz Cheneys re-election as the GOP conference chair, she faces a removal petition signed by 107over halfof her colleagues. Lummis, on the hand, was publicly criticized by 78 members of the Wyoming Bar who published an open letter claiming that the very first vote of Wyomings first female senator, Cynthia Lummis, was 'wrong.'"
Jonathan LangeFebruary 03, 2021
Cheyenne Lawmaker Proposes Reducing Wyoming’s School Districts
Rep. Dan Zwonitzer recently introduced House Bill 77, which would cut the amount of Wyoming's school districts in half, down from 48 to 24 (one per Wyoming county and one for the Wind River Reservation).
February 02, 2021
15 New Coronavirus Cases In Wyoming On Tuesday; 1,073 Active
The number of active coronavirus in the state fell by more than 70 on Tuesday as the state reported fewer than 20 new confirmed cases.
February 02, 2021