COVID-19

DFS: Children and parents can face increased stress amid COVID-19 concerns

The Wyoming Department of Family Services is reminding people that children and parents need additional support and understanding during times of increased stress. In the wake of concerns over the... Read more »

04/02/20 4:57 PM

108 deaths, 808 hospitalizations, 5,728 positive COVID-19 cases in states bordering Wyoming

04/02/20 4:36 PM

WDH outlines criteria for testing at public health lab

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Department of Health says that testing for COVID-19 at the state laboratory is going to priority patients. Pointing out testing supply issues, the Wyoming Department... Read more »

04/02/20 3:39 PM

Enzi provides COVID-19 related resources for Wyomingites online

Wyoming’s United States Senator Mike Enzi’s website features a new page focused on sharing information and resources related to the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic, according to a Thursday, April 2 announcement... Read more »

04/02/20 3:19 PM

Wyoming Game and Fish biologists donate 130 respirators to help with COVID-19 outbreak

The Wyoming Game and Fish Department says that masks that were originally to be used by nongame biologists have been donated to support health care workers in Fremont County responding... Read more »

04/02/20 2:07 PM

Self-isolating Wyomingites join worldwide call to howl at the moon each night at 8 pm

Wyomingites have been responding to a call for people worldwide to go outside each night at 8 pm and howl at the sky. “What better time to howl than this... Read more »

04/02/20 1:03 PM

Cheyenne students set for April 6 restart; all Wyoming districts get ‘adapted learning plans’ approved

The Wyoming Department of Education announced on Thursday, April 2 that all 48 school districts across the state have had required “adapted learning plans” approved to begin delivering remote education... Read more »

04/02/20 12:53 PM

Wyoming COVID-19 cases reach 150; most in Laramie County at 36

Confirmed positive cases of COVID-19 coronavirus have climbed to 150 across Wyoming as of 10:25 am Thursday, April 2. Laramie County has seen the most number of confirmed cases at... Read more »

04/02/20 10:41 AM

Legislative Management Council set meeting to discuss COVID-19 and consider possible special session

CHEYENNE – Management Council will meet on April 16 at 7:30 a.m. to consider interim topics for joint interim committees. This meeting will include discussion of potential legislative responses to the... Read more »

04/02/20 9:47 AM

With 2,465 test results reported in Wyoming, confirmed cases of COVID-19 climbs to 137

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Department of Health report that as of 5:50 pm Wednesday, there are 137 confirmed positive cases of COVID-19 across the state. 2,465 test results for... Read more »

04/01/20 6:01 PM

Wyoming progressive group urges Gordon to halt evictions during COVID-19 outbreak

CASPER, Wyo. — “Better Wyoming,” an organization advocating for “progressive” political policies in the state, said in a Wednesday, April 1 message that Governor Mark Gordon “can and should” act... Read more »

04/01/20 5:34 PM

New model predicts COVID-19 deaths, ICU Shortages

March 31, 2020 by Angus M. Thuermer Jr., WyoFile Wyoming is 26 days away from a peak daily COVID-19 death rate of four people per day and could see a total of 143... Read more »

04/01/20 4:33 PM

Fremont area physicians direct 608 people to self-isolate due to COVID-19 in last two weeks

CASPER, Wyo. — As of 1:55 pm Wednesday, April 1 the Wyoming Department of Health reports 130 confirmed positive cases of COVID-19 coronavirus in the state. The Fremont County Incident... Read more »

04/01/20 2:23 PM

UW announces $2 million in financial support to college students impacted by COVID-19

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – The University of Wyoming has announced that in response to student hardships caused by novel coronavirus COVID-19, that the institution is taking steps to help provide financial... Read more »

04/01/20 11:26 AM

CRMC implements ‘no visitor’ policy starting on April 2nd

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Cheyenne Regional Medical Center announced that beginning tomorrow, April 2nd, 2020, a new measure that will restrict visitors from being allowed to enter the hospital. Hospital officials... Read more »

04/01/20 11:00 AM

LCSD #1 releases adapted learning plan for remote education

CHEYENNE. Wyo – Laramie County School District #1 has just released their plan for how they will be providing remote learning for students during the COVID-19 pandemic. Last week Governor... Read more »

04/01/20 10:28 AM

Laramie County Detention Center remains COVID-19 free

CHEYENNE, Wyo. Officials with the Laramie County Sheriff’s Department say that the detention center is currently without any confirmed cases of COVOD-19. According to the LCSO, a woman was brought... Read more »

04/01/20 9:19 AM

Wyoming COVID-19 positive cases hikes to 120, recoveries reported at 26

CASPER, Wyo. — Positive cases of COVID-19 have climbed to 120 across Wyoming as of 6:15 pm March 31, according to the Wyoming Department of Health. The department reports that... Read more »

03/31/20 6:25 PM

Wyoming allows continued ‘winter blend’ gasoline and diesel use amid COVID-19

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Department of Agriculture announced on Tuesday, March 31 a temporary waiver to rules pertaining to so-called “winter blend” diesel and gasoline amid the COVID-19 coronavirus... Read more »

03/31/20 6:08 PM

‘Recession all but certain,’ Wyoming economic report states

CASPER, Wyo. — The State of Wyoming Economic Analysis Division released a fourth quarter 2019 economic summary on Tuesday, March 31, 2020. The report notes that many economists think that... Read more »

03/31/20 5:24 PM

High school spring sports suspended through April 20

CASPER, Wyo. – The Wyoming High School Athletic Association is extending its suspension of spring sports through Monday, April 20, according to a release sent on Tuesday afternoon. The release... Read more »

03/31/20 3:35 PM

Governor’s order lays out conditions for Wyoming restaurants to sell beer, wine for take-out

Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon has signed an executive order which allows restaurants and bars and grills in Wyoming to sell malt beverages and wine along with take-out and curbside food... Read more »

03/31/20 11:44 AM

Europe’s hospitals among the best but can’t handle pandemic

Mar 31, 2020 By MARIA CHENG AP Medical Writer LONDON (AP) — As increasing numbers of European hospitals buckle under the strain of tens of thousands of coronavirus patients, the... Read more »

03/31/20 4:59 AM

Laramie County Covid-19 cases grow to 21

CHEYENNE, Wyo – The City of Cheyenne announced that as of Monday, March 30, 2020 there were 21 positive COVID-19 cases in Laramie County. According to City officials, of the... Read more »

03/30/20 7:21 PM

Order requires anyone traveling to Montana to self-quarantine for 2 weeks

CASPER, Wyo. — Montana Governor Steve Bullock issued an order on Monday, March 30 which requires “travelers arriving from another state or country to Montana for non-work-related purposes undergo a... Read more »

03/30/20 6:13 PM

Wyoming Dept. of Education provides update on school district planning amid COVID-19 closures

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Department of Education released an update on Monday, March 30 regarding preparation for educational delivery amid COVID-19 related in-building school closures across the state. School... Read more »

03/30/20 5:33 PM

Two COVID-19 cases confirmed at F.E. Warren

Two more cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed at F.E. Warren Air Force Base, according to a release. This is a breaking story and will be updated. This article originally... Read more »

03/30/20 5:17 PM

Governor: ‘No difference’ between strict Teton County orders and state recommendations on social distancing

CASPER, Wyo. – Governor Mark Gordon pushed back on taking more strict statewide measures for social distancing during an online briefing on Monday afternoon. “There is no difference in the... Read more »

03/30/20 4:54 PM

Governor orders Wyoming State Parks campgrounds closed

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon said during a press conference on Monday, March 30 that campgrounds in Wyoming State Parks will be closed due to COVID-19 coronavirus. Gordon... Read more »

03/30/20 4:26 PM

City of and Cheyenne Chamber of Commerce announce new COVID-19 relief fund

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – The City of Cheyenne has announced that they have partnered with Greater Cheyenne Chamber of Commerce to create a fund that they say will help members of... Read more »

03/30/20 3:58 PM

Gordon considering extending Wyoming COVID-19 closure orders through April 30

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon said during a press conference on Monday, March 30 that his is considering whether to extend closure orders in the state through April... Read more »

03/30/20 3:46 PM

Watch Live: Wyo Governor Mark Gordon and Wyo Dept. of Health briefing on COVID-19

The Wyoming Governor’s office has announced a briefing concerning the COVID-19 pandemic, scheduled for 3:30 pm, March 20. Oil City News is sharing the live feed of this briefing courtesy... Read more »

03/30/20 3:27 PM

Acting UW President offers message as classes reconvene online

CASPER, Wyo. — The University of Wyoming’s Acting President, Neil Theobald, offered a digital “welcome back” message, as classes for the spring semester kicked off strictly with a distance component.... Read more »

03/30/20 2:28 PM

What will school look like amid COVID-19? Wyoming requires ‘Adapted Learning Plans’ in all districts

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming school buildings have been ordered closed until at least April 17. However, districts across the state are required to develop “Adapated Learning Plans” and must receive... Read more »

03/30/20 2:22 PM

Barrasso, Enzi urge assistance for rural hospitals and clinics amid COVID-19 crisis

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming’s United States Senator John Barrasso said on Monday, March 30 that he helped with a letter urging U.S. Human Services Secretary Alex Azar to provide “immediate... Read more »

03/30/20 12:56 PM

LCSD #1 cancels summer school for elementary students

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – According to an email sent out to Laramie County School District #1 elementary principals from Assistant Director of Instruction, Eric Jackson, summer school for K-6th will not... Read more »

03/30/20 12:22 PM

Game and Fish shares proposed 2020 Wyoming hunting season dates and quotas

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Game and Fish Department say that 2020 hunting season dates, quota proposals and other information are available online. While the Game and Fish generally hold... Read more »

03/30/20 11:30 AM

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COVID-19

DFS: Children and parents can face increased stress amid COVID-19 concerns

108 deaths, 808 hospitalizations, 5,728 positive COVID-19 cases in states bordering Wyoming

Laramie county adds 18 COVID-19 cases for total of 37

Gun background checks smash records during pandemic

Wyoming unemployment claims keep rising amid COVID-19 spread

UW survey shows serious impacts, deep concern for coronavirus

WDH outlines criteria for testing at public health lab

Enzi provides COVID-19 related resources for Wyomingites online

Wyoming Game and Fish biologists donate 130 respirators to help with COVID-19 outbreak

Self-isolating Wyomingites join worldwide call to howl at the moon each night at 8 pm

Cheyenne students set for April 6 restart; all Wyoming districts get ‘adapted learning plans’ approved

Wyoming COVID-19 cases reach 150; most in Laramie County at 36

Legislative Management Council set meeting to discuss COVID-19 and consider possible special session

With 2,465 test results reported in Wyoming, confirmed cases of COVID-19 climbs to 137

Wyoming progressive group urges Gordon to halt evictions during COVID-19 outbreak

New model predicts COVID-19 deaths, ICU Shortages

Fremont area physicians direct 608 people to self-isolate due to COVID-19 in last two weeks

UW announces $2 million in financial support to college students impacted by COVID-19

CRMC implements ‘no visitor’ policy starting on April 2nd

LCSD #1 releases adapted learning plan for remote education

Laramie County Detention Center remains COVID-19 free

Wyoming COVID-19 positive cases hikes to 120, recoveries reported at 26

Wyoming allows continued ‘winter blend’ gasoline and diesel use amid COVID-19

‘Recession all but certain,’ Wyoming economic report states

High school spring sports suspended through April 20

Governor’s order lays out conditions for Wyoming restaurants to sell beer, wine for take-out

Europe’s hospitals among the best but can’t handle pandemic

Laramie County Covid-19 cases grow to 21

Order requires anyone traveling to Montana to self-quarantine for 2 weeks

Wyoming Dept. of Education provides update on school district planning amid COVID-19 closures

Two COVID-19 cases confirmed at F.E. Warren

Governor: ‘No difference’ between strict Teton County orders and state recommendations on social distancing

Governor orders Wyoming State Parks campgrounds closed

City of and Cheyenne Chamber of Commerce announce new COVID-19 relief fund

Gordon considering extending Wyoming COVID-19 closure orders through April 30

Watch Live: Wyo Governor Mark Gordon and Wyo Dept. of Health briefing on COVID-19

Acting UW President offers message as classes reconvene online

What will school look like amid COVID-19? Wyoming requires ‘Adapted Learning Plans’ in all districts

Barrasso, Enzi urge assistance for rural hospitals and clinics amid COVID-19 crisis

LCSD #1 cancels summer school for elementary students

Game and Fish shares proposed 2020 Wyoming hunting season dates and quotas

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DFS: Children and parents can face increased stress amid COVID-19 concerns

108 deaths, 808 hospitalizations, 5,728 positive COVID-19 cases in states bordering Wyoming

Laramie county adds 18 COVID-19 cases for total of 37

Gun background checks smash records during pandemic

Wyoming unemployment claims keep rising amid COVID-19 spread

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DFS: Children and parents can face increased stress amid COVID-19 concerns

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Laramie county adds 18 COVID-19 cases for total of 37

Wyoming unemployment claims keep rising amid COVID-19 spread

UW survey shows serious impacts, deep concern for coronavirus

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