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Wyoming governor still isolated with mild COVID-19 symptoms

CHEYENNE, Wyo. (AP) — Wyoming’s governor still had mild symptoms of COVID-19 five days after testing positive for the virus. Gov. Mark Gordon continued to work in isolation Monday, spokesman... Read more »

11/30/20 5:23 PM

Governor Gordon announces $5 million in CARES funds to boost behavioral health services

11/30/20 3:39 PM

Wyoming sees record 17,777 new confirmed COVID cases in November, adding 801 on Monday

11/30/20 3:14 PM

December expected to begin with a windy and snowy roar

11/30/20 2:53 PM

Nearly 250 COVID patients as Wyoming sees record hospitalizations Monday

11/30/20 2:41 PM

Many Game and Fish Habitat Management Areas closing to support wintering wildlife

11/30/20 2:40 PM

Attic fire damages four rooms, displaces occupants in Cheyenne Sunday

CASPER, Wyo — Four rooms were damaged by a fire in the attic area of a structure in Cheyenne Sunday, Nov. 29, according to a release by Cheyenne Fire Rescue.... Read more »

11/30/20 1:55 PM

PHOTOS: Dozens of ducks found illegally wasted in Utah in two recent cases

CASPER, Wyo. — The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources (DWR) have reported two cases of waterfowl being illegally left to waste during November. The first case was initially reported on... Read more »

11/30/20 12:46 PM

Wyoming Symphony Orchestra virtual holiday concerts free to all healthcare workers

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Symphony Orchestra (WSO) will be live streaming a virtual concert at 7:30 pm Saturday, Dec. 5. Another performance will be streamed at 2 pm Sunday.... Read more »

11/30/20 12:22 PM

Man convicted of Child Abuse in Laramie County dies in Torrington facility

The deceased had been sentenced to 2-4 years by District Court Judge Campbell in September.

11/30/20 11:37 AM

PHOTOS: Free boats, campers and more available in Sweetwater County

CASPER, Wyo. — The Sweetwater County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) said on Monday that they “have a variety of court-forfeited vehicles that must leave our storage yard as soon as possible.”... Read more »

11/30/20 11:35 AM

Snow starting in Wyoming Monday night; heaviest expected in the west

CASPER, Wyo. — The National Weather Service in Riverton says that areas of western Wyoming are forecast to see 2-4 inches of snow accumulation between Monday night and Tuesday morning.... Read more »

11/30/20 10:19 AM

‘Extreme blow over risk’ on I-25 in Wyoming, gusts exceeding 50 mph

CASPER, Wyo. — There is an “extreme blow over risk” advisory in effect on I-25 in southeast Wyoming as of 9:45 am Monday, Nov. 30. I-25 between Cheyenne and Wheatland... Read more »

11/30/20 9:49 AM

The Library Café to Reopen today

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Officials with the Laramie County Libarary Systems say the Library Café will reopen on Monday, November 30 at 9am. The Library Café will return to its previous... Read more »

11/30/20 8:56 AM

Elevated fire danger Monday in central and SE Wyo including Natrona County

CASPER, Wyo — Persistent drought (nearly 7” below normal annual precipitation) and strong winds in central and southeast Wyoming will bring elevated fire danger Monday afternoon. Southwest winds 25 to... Read more »

11/29/20 2:56 PM

Fauci: US may see ‘surge upon surge’ of virus in weeks ahead

November 29, 2020 By TAMARA LUSH Associated Press The nation’s top infectious disease expert said Sunday that the U.S. may see “surge upon a surge” of the coronavirus in the... Read more »

11/29/20 1:45 PM

NWS: Colder temps, wind advisories, and some snow for the coming week in SE Wyo

For the latest road and travel conditions, visit WYDOT’s Closures and Advisories page. the Wyoming Department of Transportation website. CASPER, Wyo — Sunday’s temperatures look to be 10 to 20... Read more »

11/29/20 11:56 AM

Sunday: 514 new lab confirmed coronavirus cases in Wyoming; 197 recoveries

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) reported 514 new lab confirmed cases of COVID-19 on its daily update Sunday, Nov. 29. There have been 28,252 confirmed coronavirus cases in... Read more »

11/29/20 10:03 AM

Cold Moon, Beaver Moon, Child Moon: Sunday night’s full moon goes by many names

CASPER, Wyo — The waxing gibbous moon will appear full 3 nights in a row starting Saturday night, according to NASA. As the last full moon before the winter solstice... Read more »

11/28/20 1:43 PM

Telehealth diagnoses and treatment for common ailments available to some Cheyenne patients

CASPER, Wyo — Patients over four years of age who are established with a Cheyenne Regional Medical Group physician now have access to care and diagnoses for many common medical... Read more »

11/28/20 1:41 PM

Extended forecast: pleasant on Saturday with breezes, cooler temps and possible snow showers next week

CASPER, Wyo —Quiet weather will continue Saturday in Wyoming with temperatures running 15 degrees above average east of the Laramie Range and around 10 degrees above average west, according to... Read more »

11/28/20 11:51 AM

Cheyenne PD seek driver of Friday morning hit-and-run that damaged church

CASPER, Wyo — The Cheyenne Police Department said Saturday, Nov. 28 it is seeking the public’s help in locating a hit-and-run driver who caused damage to a church on Friday.... Read more »

11/28/20 9:47 AM

Alabama mail carrier surprises birthday boy with a gift

When Chip Matthews heard the mail truck arriving on his sixth birthday, he rushed out — not knowing that he'd come back with a treasure.

11/27/20 7:34 AM

Black Friday offers beacon of hope to struggling stores

After months of slumping sales and businesses toppling into bankruptcy, Black Friday is offering a small beacon of hope.

11/27/20 7:15 AM

New migration maps serve as tools to help big game in West

By MEAD GRUVER Associated Press CHEYENNE, Wyo. (AP) — The life-or-death journey made by mule deer during the second-longest big game migration in North America came down to their ability... Read more »

11/27/20 7:07 AM

Christmas traditions axed as pandemic sweeps rural Kansas

By ROXANA HEGEMAN Associated Press BELLE PLAINE, Kan. (AP) — It’s barely a town anymore, battered by time on the windswept prairie of northwest Kansas. COVID-19 still managed to find... Read more »

11/26/20 9:10 AM

Money promised to combat US overdose crisis sits unused

By GEOFF MULVIHILL Associated Press When it filed for bankruptcy last year, Purdue Pharma agreed to an innovative plan: It would make $200 million available immediately to help those those... Read more »

11/26/20 9:06 AM

Statement: Governor Mark Gordon has tested positive for COVID-19

The Governor reportedly only has minor symptoms at this time and plans to continue working on behalf of Wyoming remotely.

11/25/20 3:35 PM

Wyoming sees 702 new confirmed cases, 226 COVID hospitalizations day before Thanksgiving

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Department of Health reported 702 new laboratory confirmed cases of COVID-19 during their 3 pm Wednesday, Nov. 25 update. Wyoming has seen a total of 26,677 confirmed... Read more »

11/25/20 3:16 PM

13 more COVID-related deaths among Wyoming residents reported Wednesday

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Department of Health reported 13 additional COVID-19 related deaths among the state’s residents on Wednesday, Nov. 25. The state has now seen 215 COVID-related deaths... Read more »

11/25/20 3:07 PM

VIDEO: Wyoming family honored as Big Horn Basin ‘Landowners of the Year’

CASPER, Wyo. — John and Nancy Joyce have been recognized by the Wyoming Game and Fish Department as “Landowners of the Year” for the Big Horn Basin region. The Joyces... Read more »

11/25/20 12:46 PM

Governor doubles CARES Act funds going to Wyoming ‘Energy Rebound Program’ to $30 million

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon has doubled the amount of CARES Act funding going toward the state’s “Energy Rebound Program” to $30 million, the Wyoming Business Council (WBC)... Read more »

11/25/20 11:44 AM

Conservation groups protest ‘Wyoming Pipeline Corridor’ plan

CASPER, Wyo. — Five conservation groups have filed a formal protest against the proposed “Wyoming Pipeline Corridor” plans. The proposed initiative would designate about 1,150 miles of Bureau of Land Management land... Read more »

11/25/20 11:40 AM

PHOTOS: Mysterious metal monolith found in Utah desert during big horn sheep count

CASPER, Wyo. — The Utah Department of Public Safety said on Monday that an unusual object was located in the desert in the southeast part of the state on Nov.... Read more »

11/25/20 10:49 AM

I-80 records wind gusts near 70 mph in SE Wyoming

CASPER, Wyo. — There is an “extreme blow over risk” advisory in effect on I-80 between Laramie and Elk Mountain on Wednesday morning. The Wyoming Department of Transportation says that... Read more »

11/25/20 10:24 AM

Laramie County Library in Cheyenne Closed due to gas leak

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Officials with the Laramie County Library Systems announced on Twitter this morning that the Cheyenne Library has been closed due to a gas leak. The Library didn’t... Read more »

11/25/20 9:31 AM

‘Worst moment of my life’: Casper couple hospitalized with COVID

CASPER, Wyo. – Christine Bulow, 56, and her husband, Daren, 54, weren’t feeling well in late October when they both got tested for COVID-19. By the time her test came... Read more »

11/25/20 8:10 AM

Cheyenne PD says 13-year-old runaway may be headed for Casper

CASPER, Wyo — The Cheyenne Police Department is looking for Ashenafi Dunn, a 13-year-old male who ran away from Johnson Jr. High at about 3:00 p.m. today, November 24. “Ashenafi... Read more »

11/24/20 5:58 PM

Health officer terminated days after signing Washakie County mask mandate

CASPER, Wyo. — Dr. Ed Zimmerman signed Washakie County’s public health order requiring adults to wear face coverings in public spaces on Nov. 18. Days later, he was terminated as... Read more »

11/24/20 5:00 PM

LCSD #1 reports 59 new COVID cases within schools on Tuesday

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Today officials with the Laramie County School District #1 announced via press release that from Nov. 20th through Nov. 23rd, 2020, the district was notified that 45... Read more »

11/24/20 4:16 PM

Cheyenne City Council to hold work session to discuss potential 6th Penny projects

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – The Cheyenne City Council says it will hold a work session remotely on Monday, November 30th at 6:00 p.m. Information and links for public access can be found below and... Read more »

11/24/20 3:26 PM

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Wyoming governor still isolated with mild COVID-19 symptoms

Governor Gordon announces $5 million in CARES funds to boost behavioral health services

Wyoming sees record 17,777 new confirmed COVID cases in November, adding 801 on Monday

December expected to begin with a windy and snowy roar

Nearly 250 COVID patients as Wyoming sees record hospitalizations Monday

Many Game and Fish Habitat Management Areas closing to support wintering wildlife

Attic fire damages four rooms, displaces occupants in Cheyenne Sunday

PHOTOS: Dozens of ducks found illegally wasted in Utah in two recent cases

Wyoming Symphony Orchestra virtual holiday concerts free to all healthcare workers

Man convicted of Child Abuse in Laramie County dies in Torrington facility

PHOTOS: Free boats, campers and more available in Sweetwater County

Snow starting in Wyoming Monday night; heaviest expected in the west

‘Extreme blow over risk’ on I-25 in Wyoming, gusts exceeding 50 mph

The Library Café to Reopen today

Elevated fire danger Monday in central and SE Wyo including Natrona County

Fauci: US may see ‘surge upon surge’ of virus in weeks ahead

NWS: Colder temps, wind advisories, and some snow for the coming week in SE Wyo

Sunday: 514 new lab confirmed coronavirus cases in Wyoming; 197 recoveries

Cold Moon, Beaver Moon, Child Moon: Sunday night’s full moon goes by many names

Telehealth diagnoses and treatment for common ailments available to some Cheyenne patients

Extended forecast: pleasant on Saturday with breezes, cooler temps and possible snow showers next week

Cheyenne PD seek driver of Friday morning hit-and-run that damaged church

Alabama mail carrier surprises birthday boy with a gift

Black Friday offers beacon of hope to struggling stores

New migration maps serve as tools to help big game in West

Christmas traditions axed as pandemic sweeps rural Kansas

Money promised to combat US overdose crisis sits unused

Statement: Governor Mark Gordon has tested positive for COVID-19

Wyoming sees 702 new confirmed cases, 226 COVID hospitalizations day before Thanksgiving

13 more COVID-related deaths among Wyoming residents reported Wednesday

VIDEO: Wyoming family honored as Big Horn Basin ‘Landowners of the Year’

Governor doubles CARES Act funds going to Wyoming ‘Energy Rebound Program’ to $30 million

Conservation groups protest ‘Wyoming Pipeline Corridor’ plan

PHOTOS: Mysterious metal monolith found in Utah desert during big horn sheep count

I-80 records wind gusts near 70 mph in SE Wyoming

Laramie County Library in Cheyenne Closed due to gas leak

‘Worst moment of my life’: Casper couple hospitalized with COVID

Cheyenne PD says 13-year-old runaway may be headed for Casper

Health officer terminated days after signing Washakie County mask mandate

LCSD #1 reports 59 new COVID cases within schools on Tuesday

Cheyenne City Council to hold work session to discuss potential 6th Penny projects

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PHOTOS: Dozens of ducks found illegally wasted in Utah in two recent cases

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Man convicted of Child Abuse in Laramie County dies in Torrington facility

Cheyenne PD seek driver of Friday morning hit-and-run that damaged church

California OK’d aid in name of Scott Peterson, other killers

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Wyoming governor still isolated with mild COVID-19 symptoms

Governor Gordon announces $5 million in CARES funds to boost behavioral health services

Nearly 250 COVID patients as Wyoming sees record hospitalizations Monday

Many Game and Fish Habitat Management Areas closing to support wintering wildlife

Man convicted of Child Abuse in Laramie County dies in Torrington facility

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Wyoming businesses across the state get reimbursed for employee training

IMPACT 307 launches new website to aid entrepreneurs and start-ups

62% Report Increased Stress, Anxiety, Depression

Applications for COVID-19 Business Relief funding opened on August 4

Major expansion/remodel for Spradley Barr Toyota in Cheyenne’s West Edge

Galleries

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‘Extreme blow over risk’ on I-25 in Wyoming, gusts exceeding 50 mph

(PHOTOS) Mysterious silver monolith disappears from Utah desert

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Photo Gallery: Casper hosts Cheyenne as high school football kicks off in COVID era

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AP

Merriam-Webster’s top word of 2020 not a shocker: pandemic