Author: Greg Hirst

5-12 inches of snow expected in Wyoming mountains Monday evening through Tuesday

CASPER, Wyo — Winter weather advisories are in effect with 5-12 inches of snow expected in western and southeastern mountain ranges beginning Monday evening through Tuesday, according to the National... Read more »

10/25/21 5:17 PM

Police: 2 die, 6 injured in Idaho mall shooting

10/25/21 4:49 PM

726 new lab confirmed COVID-19 cases in Wyoming since Friday, 70 in Laramie County

10/25/21 4:24 PM

Crew member who gave Baldwin gun subject of prior complaint

October 24, 2021 By GILLIAN FLACCUS and SUSAN MONTOYA BRYAN Associated Press ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — A crew member says she has raised safety concerns in the past about the... Read more »

10/24/21 4:31 PM

High wind watch to impact interstate travel in central, SE Wyoming Monday.

CHEYENNE, Wyo — Winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts of over 65 mph are possible Monday in central and southeast Wyoming, according to the National Weather Service (NWS), bringing... Read more »

10/24/21 12:26 PM

Texas drag race driver slams into spectators, killing 2 kids

October 24, 2021 KERRVILLE, Texas (AP) — A driver lost control during a Texas drag racing event on an airport runway and slammed into a crowd of spectators, killing two... Read more »

10/24/21 11:49 AM

Braves vs Astros: A World Series 6 decades in the making

October 24, 2021 By BEN WALKER AP Baseball Writer Freddie Freeman swinging onto baseball’s biggest stage for the first time, Jose Altuve & Co. back for more. Luis Garcia, Framber... Read more »

10/24/21 11:33 AM

Lobos defense stymies Pokes in 14-3 win

LARAMIE, Wyo. (AP) — Isaiah Chavez completed 10 of 11 passes for 112 yards and a touchdown and New Mexico defeated Wyoming 14-3 on Saturday. Chavez cashed in on an... Read more »

10/24/21 11:00 AM

Casper officials push back against viral voicemail tactic for sending ‘SOS’

CASPER, Wyo — There are better alternatives to advice in a recent viral PSA advising people to change their voicemail message if they are lost or stranded, said Casper Fire-EMS... Read more »

10/24/21 10:27 AM

Vaccine mandates create conflict with defiant workers

October 23, 2021 By DAVID SHARP, MIKE CATALINI and STEFANIE DAZIO Associated Press BATH, Maine (AP) — Josh “Chevy” Chevalier is a third-generation shipbuilder who hasn’t missed a day of... Read more »

10/23/21 4:31 PM

After slamming COVID-19 rules, Tritt to sing anthem at NLCS

October 23, 2021 By PAUL NEWBERRY AP Sports Writer ATLANTA (AP) — Country musician Travis Tritt, who canceled shows at venues that required a COVID-19 vaccine or mask-wearing, was set... Read more »

10/23/21 3:15 PM

Film crew voiced complaints before fatal on-set shooting

October 23, 2021 By MORGAN LEE, CEDAR ATTANASIO and MICHELLE L. PRICE The Associated Press SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — Alec Baldwin fatally shot a cinematographer on a New Mexico... Read more »

10/23/21 2:56 PM

Showers, mountain snow likely in SE Wyo Saturday night; more showers Tuesday

CHEYENNE, Wyo — It is cloudy and breezy in southeast Wyoming Saturday, and isolated-to-scattered showers possible in the evening and into the overnight hours, said to the National Weather Service... Read more »

10/23/21 2:37 PM

Warrant: Baldwin didn’t know weapon contained live round

October 22, 2021 By MORGAN LEE and WALTER BERRY Associated Press SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — An assistant director unwittingly handed Alec Baldwin a loaded weapon and told him it... Read more »

10/22/21 7:31 PM

Week of record COVID deaths, hospitalizations in Wyoming closes out with 389 new confirmed cases

CASPER, Wyo. — A record 69 COVID-related deaths were reported by the Wyoming Department of Health this week, and as of Thursday there were a a record 249 hospitalized. The... Read more »

10/22/21 7:03 PM

Wyoming resident dies in crash Tuesday outside Gillette

CASPER, Wyo — A Wyoming resident died in a fatal crash south of Gillette on Tuesday, October 19, according to a preliminary report by the Wyoming Highway Patrol (WHP). According... Read more »

10/22/21 6:54 PM

Winter storm could bring 4-9 inches of snow to central Wyoming Tuesday

CASPER, Wyo — A winter storm watch is in effect Monday night and Tuesday for central Wyoming and the Bighorn and Wind River mountains, said the National Weather Service (NWS). Converse... Read more »

10/17/21 4:51 PM

Strike dodged with deal between film and TV crews, studios

October 17, 2021 By ANDREW DALTON AP Entertainment Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) — An 11th-hour deal was reached Saturday, averting a strike of film and television crews that would have... Read more »

10/17/21 10:14 AM

Cheyenne Firefighters say Friday morning garage fire began under arcing power lines

CHEYENNE, Wyo — Cheyenne Fire Rescue (CFR) said Sunday morning that the cause of a fire that fully involved a detached wood-frame garage is still under investigation, but was located... Read more »

10/17/21 8:53 AM

Idaho man dies in two-vehicle crash near Cokeville Wednesday

CASPER, Wyo — An Idaho man is dead in and another individual was injured as the result of a two-vehicle highway crash near Cokeville shortly before 6:00 p.m. Wednesday, October... Read more »

10/16/21 6:58 PM

Sunny, mild, and seasonable weekend in SE Wyo gives way to rain and snow on Tuesday

CHEYENNE, Wyo — Plentiful sunshine and warmer temperatures are expected for this weekend in southeast Wyoming, according to the National Weather Service. After a blustery Friday, winds are expected to... Read more »

10/16/21 4:43 PM

Montana and Wyoming see increase in coal production

October 16, 2021 BILLING, Mont. (AP) — Coal production has increased in Montana and Wyoming due to demand in the Asia Pacific region. The U.S. Energy Information Administration said coal... Read more »

10/16/21 4:29 PM

Former Cowboy Logan Wilson touts Wyoming roots in new Cincinnati Bengals video

From the County10 News Desk Casper-native, former Wyoming Cowboy, and Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Logan Wilson has turned a lot of heads this season. Wilson leads Cincinnati in tackles this season... Read more »

10/16/21 9:22 AM

Unhappy with prices, ranchers look to build own meat plants

October 16, 2021 By SCOTT McFETRIDGE Associated Press DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Like other ranchers across the country, Rusty Kemp for years grumbled about rock-bottom prices paid for the... Read more »

10/16/21 8:33 AM

FDA panel endorses booster shot for J&J COVID-19 vaccine

October 15, 2021 By MATTHEW PERRONE and LAURAN NEERGAARD Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. health advisers endorsed a booster of Johnson & Johnson’s COVID-19 vaccine Friday, citing concern that... Read more »

10/15/21 5:58 PM

Watchdog: Psaki violated ethics law by promoting McAuliffe

October 15, 2021 By AAMER MADHANI Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — A government watchdog group said Friday that it had filed an ethics complaint against White House press secretary Jen... Read more »

10/15/21 5:55 PM

Flags to be at half-staff Saturday for National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service

CASPER, Wyo. – The U.S. and State of Wyoming flag be flown at half-staff statewide starting at midnight Friday and through Saturday, October 16. Governor Mark Gordon, in accordance with a... Read more »

10/15/21 4:54 PM

338 additional COVID-19 cases confirmed in Wyoming, 32 in Laramie County

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Department of Health reported an additional 338 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the state during its 3 p.m. Friday, October 15 update. The new cases reported Friday brought... Read more »

10/15/21 3:30 PM

Gordon’s Order cuts break to businesses on unemployment insurance

CASPER, Wyo — Governor Mark Gordon has signed an Executive Order (EO) that will “provide significant tax relief to eligible Wyoming businesses,” according to release from the governor’s office Friday.... Read more »

10/15/21 1:14 PM

Crash closes Interstate 80 between Wamsutter, Point of Rocks

CASPER, Wyo — The Wyoming Department of Transportation said Interstate 80 /US 30 westbound is closed due to crash. As of 03:27 p.m., the estimated opening time is unknown. “Parking... Read more »

10/12/21 4:44 PM

Rifle discharge kills California man hunting in Washakie County

CASPER, Wyo –- A California man has died as the result of an accidental rifle discharge while elk hunting with his son in Washakie County, authorities said. The joint release... Read more »

10/12/21 3:26 PM

Food Bank of Wyoming aims to feed over 80,000 food insecure Wyomingites in 30 days

CASPER, Wyo – The Food Bank of Wyoming is putting out the call to help provide 123,000 meals in 30 days with its 8th Annual Gobble Gobble Give (GGG). There are over... Read more »

10/12/21 2:55 PM

Lummis, Barrasso introduce bill to protect Second Amendment on some federal lands

CASPER, Wyo – U.S. Senators from Wyoming Cynthia Lummis and John Barrasso have introduced legislation they say will ensure individuals can carry a firearm on land managed by the U.S. Army... Read more »

10/12/21 2:06 PM

3 US-based economists win Nobel for research on wages, jobs

By CHRISTOPHER RUGABER, DAVID McHUGH and DAVID KEYTON Associated Press STOCKHOLM (AP) — A U.S.-based economist won the Nobel prize in economics Monday for pioneering research that transformed widely held... Read more »

10/11/21 5:52 PM

UW committees submit final reports on proposed changes to programs

CASPER, Wyo — Committees charged with reviewing and advising on proposed changes to academic programs at the University of Wyoming have submitted final reports, the university announced Monday. UW announced this summer it... Read more »

10/11/21 5:28 PM

At least 2 dead in California plane crash that burned homes

October 11, 2021 By JULIE WATSON Associated Press SANTEE, Calif. (AP) — A small plane crashed in a densely populated San Diego suburb Monday, killing at least two people, including... Read more »

10/11/21 4:59 PM

Winter storm this week could make travel ‘very difficult to impossible’ on Wyoming roadways

CASPER, Wyo. — A “large, potent weather system” creeping into northwest Wyoming Sunday night will bring significant snow and travel impacts to roadways including interstates, 80, 25 and 90, according... Read more »

10/10/21 8:06 PM

Facebook unveils new controls for kids using its platforms

October 10, 2021 By ANNE D’INNOCENZIO AP Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Facebook, in the aftermath of damning testimony that its platforms harm children, will be introducing several features including... Read more »

10/10/21 8:03 PM

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5-12 inches of snow expected in Wyoming mountains Monday evening through Tuesday

Police: 2 die, 6 injured in Idaho mall shooting

726 new lab confirmed COVID-19 cases in Wyoming since Friday, 70 in Laramie County

Seven new Ultimate Anglers have caught 10 species of trophy-sized fish

Commission funds available for sage grouse conservation group projects

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Crew member who gave Baldwin gun subject of prior complaint

High wind watch to impact interstate travel in central, SE Wyoming Monday.

Texas drag race driver slams into spectators, killing 2 kids

Braves vs Astros: A World Series 6 decades in the making

Lobos defense stymies Pokes in 14-3 win

Casper officials push back against viral voicemail tactic for sending ‘SOS’

Vaccine mandates create conflict with defiant workers

After slamming COVID-19 rules, Tritt to sing anthem at NLCS

Film crew voiced complaints before fatal on-set shooting

Showers, mountain snow likely in SE Wyo Saturday night; more showers Tuesday

Warrant: Baldwin didn’t know weapon contained live round

Week of record COVID deaths, hospitalizations in Wyoming closes out with 389 new confirmed cases

Wyoming resident dies in crash Tuesday outside Gillette

Winter storm could bring 4-9 inches of snow to central Wyoming Tuesday

Strike dodged with deal between film and TV crews, studios

Cheyenne Firefighters say Friday morning garage fire began under arcing power lines

Idaho man dies in two-vehicle crash near Cokeville Wednesday

Sunny, mild, and seasonable weekend in SE Wyo gives way to rain and snow on Tuesday

Montana and Wyoming see increase in coal production

Former Cowboy Logan Wilson touts Wyoming roots in new Cincinnati Bengals video

Unhappy with prices, ranchers look to build own meat plants

FDA panel endorses booster shot for J&J COVID-19 vaccine

Watchdog: Psaki violated ethics law by promoting McAuliffe

Flags to be at half-staff Saturday for National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service

338 additional COVID-19 cases confirmed in Wyoming, 32 in Laramie County

Gordon’s Order cuts break to businesses on unemployment insurance

Crash closes Interstate 80 between Wamsutter, Point of Rocks

Rifle discharge kills California man hunting in Washakie County

Food Bank of Wyoming aims to feed over 80,000 food insecure Wyomingites in 30 days

Lummis, Barrasso introduce bill to protect Second Amendment on some federal lands

3 US-based economists win Nobel for research on wages, jobs

UW committees submit final reports on proposed changes to programs

At least 2 dead in California plane crash that burned homes

Winter storm this week could make travel ‘very difficult to impossible’ on Wyoming roadways

Facebook unveils new controls for kids using its platforms

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