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Dangerous flu strain reported in Colorado could spread north
A virulent strain of influenza sweeping through Colorado could jump into Wyoming before flu season is finished, a Wyoming Department of Health spokesperson.
March 05, 2019
Wyoming’s alternate school-week schedules are not one-size-fits all
In a rural state, four-day school weeks can be both beneficial and challenging for parents and students alike.
March 04, 2019
Senator says change needed in state budget process
A fundamental change is needed in the way the Legislature handles the states budget, according to a member of the Legislatures Joint Appropriations Committee.
March 03, 2019
Health Department urges care in handling baby poultry
With springtime and Easter just around the corner, Wyomings Department of Health is warning people who buy baby poultry to use care in handling the birds to avoid the illness Salmonella.
March 02, 2019
Wyoming’s 65th Legislature: General Session Review
It's all over for this year. Check out our bitesized rundown of what passed and what failed in the 65th Wyoming Legislature's General Session. Stay tuned this weekend for more analysis on the session highs and lows with our Robert Geha.
March 02, 2019
In Brief: Felony penalty restored to animal cruelty bill
A last-minute compromise in Wyomings Legislature this week restored a felony penalty to the states animal cruelty laws.
March 01, 2019
A weekend of ice fishing awaits at Pinedale’s Big Fish Winter Derby
A weekend spent on a frozen lake might be just the ticket for anglers pining for the sunny days of summer fishing.If that sounds promising, head to Pinedale this weekend for a chance to win some cash and raise a little money to benefit cancer patients at the Big Fish Winter Derby.
March 01, 2019
Community college bachelor’s degree bill will help industry: Chamber official
One of the last bills to pass during the Legislatures general session should help the states businesses find the better educated workers they need, according to the head of Cheyennes Chamber of Commerce.
February 28, 2019
Medicaid work requirement bill an effort to make people self-reliant, says senator
A failed bill that would have required people receiving Medicaid to work, attend school or take part in volunteer activities would have been a way to get people off of a cycle of dependence, according to a state senator.
February 28, 2019
Legislature overrides two Gordon vetoes
Two of Gov. Mark Gordons 14 vetoes to the Legislatures supplemental budget were overridden by the Legislature on Wednesday.
February 28, 2019
House begins final day by killing three bills
The first three bills to be reviewed by Wyomings House on what was scheduled to be the last day of its 2019 general session did not fare well on Wednesday.
February 28, 2019
In Brief: Animal cruelty compromise reached, no felony for repeat offenders
By Cowboy State Daily A compromise was reached Wednesday on a bill that was originally intended to create a felony penalty for animal cruelty. However, the bill no longer contains any language regarding the enhanced penalty for repeat offenders of animal cruelty laws. HB 235 originally would have made anyone convicted of animal abuse more…
February 27, 2019
Gordon’s vetoes detailed
Gov. Mark Gordon vetoed 14 footnotes to the Legislatures supplemental budget bill on Tuesday, saying many of them went beyond what is allowed under Wyomings Constitution.
February 27, 2019
Hicks predicts difficult budget sessions in 2020
If it was difficult for the House and Senate to reach an agreement on the states supplemental budget this year, things could get very tough next year when the Legislature reviews a 2-year budget, said a legislative leader.
February 27, 2019
Public documents bill headed to governor
A measure that would require government officials to turn over public documents within 30 days of receiving a request for their release is on its way to the desk of Gov. Mark Gordon.
February 26, 2019
Authorization to sue Washington clears Senate
Wyomings Legislature could launch legal action against the state of Washington over its refusal to allow the construction of coal export terminals under legislation approved by the Senate on Monday.
February 26, 2019
In Brief: Plan to give state say over some Cheyenne planning approved by Senate
A plan to give Wyoming more of a say in planning in a 16-block area near the Capitol won final approval Tuesday from the state House.
February 26, 2019
In Brief: Bill to encourage sale of old power plants clears House
A measure designed to encourage utilities to sell aging coal-fired power plants rather than close them was approved by the House on Tuesday.
February 26, 2019
In Brief: Capital construction bill heads back to Senate after House approval
A measure that would provide about $50 million in state money for various government construction projects won final approval from the House on Tuesday.
February 26, 2019
Medicaid work requirement bill nears final reading
A bill that would require Medicaid recipients to work or attend school is nearing its final House vote.
February 26, 2019
Senate kills lodging tax bill
A measure that would have imposed a statewide 5 percent tax on hotel and motel stays was killed by the Senate on Monday.
February 26, 2019
In Brief: Hemp bill clears Senate
A bill legalizing the production and possession of hemp and hemp products and setting up a regulatory process for the crop was approved by the Senate on Monday.
February 26, 2019
In Brief: House rejects significant changes to animal cruelty bill
Significant Senate changes to a bill originally designed to create a felony crime of animal cruelty were rejected Monday by representatives.
February 25, 2019
Unable to eliminate brucellosis, officials focus on containment
Snubbing out a disease that causes cattle, elk and bison to abort their calves may not be feasible, but Wyoming is working to ensure it remains contained.
February 24, 2019