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46th annual Wyoming Writers Conference cancelled

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Wyoming Writers Inc has announced that they have cancelled their 2020 Writers Conference that was set to take place in Lander, Wyoming in June. “These times are... Read more »

04/06/20 12:28 PM

Positive COVID-19 cases climb to 210 in Wyoming with 3,929 tests reported

04/06/20 10:47 AM

Enzi and Barrasso encourage Administration to support farmers during COVID-19 pandemic

04/06/20 10:38 AM

5 staff, 5 patients confirmed COVID-19 positive at Wyoming Behavioral Institute

CASPER, Wyo. – The Wyoming Behavioral Institute has confirmed reports of a cluster of coronavirus COVID-19 cases within its Casper facility. In total, five patients and five staff members have... Read more »

04/03/20 2:34 PM

Gordon extends COVID-19 orders to April 30th as health officials call for Shelter-In-Place

Governor Mark Gordon announced he is extending the state’s orders for social distancing through April 30. In the same release sent Friday afternoon, he also directed a 14-day quarantine for... Read more »

04/03/20 1:58 PM

Fremont area physicians conduct 764 COVID-19 consultations in last two weeks, 672 directed to self-isolate

CASPER, Wyo. — The Fremont County Incident Management Team have been sharing data regarding COVID-19 coronavirus in the area on a daily basis. Confirmed positive cases of COVID-19 in Fremont... Read more »

04/03/20 12:58 PM

Police request public’s help identifying suspect

The Cheyenne Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying an individual who is suspected of being involved in a theft from Sportsmans Warehouse on April 2. Anyone... Read more »

04/03/20 11:47 AM

HBO makes some of their most popular shows available for free in April

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – HBO has announced that for the month of April, people can watch some of their most beloved shows and documentaries, plus a selection of movies — entirely... Read more »

04/03/20 10:51 AM

Statewide confirmed COVID-19 cases increase to 162 as of Friday morning

CASPER, Wyo. — Confirmed positive cases of COVID-19 coronavirus increased to 162 across Wyoming as of 10 am Friday, April 3. Laramie County has the most number of cases at... Read more »

04/03/20 10:11 AM

Recent Arrests (4/2/20 – 4/3/20)

Here is the latest recent arrests log for law enforcement agencies in Laramie County. The log represents law enforcement contact with suspects who were arrested, and the recommended charges against... Read more »

04/03/20 9:59 AM

Youth Alternatives continues to provide services remotely

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Cheyenne Mayor Marian Orr is reminding people that despite the uncertainty due to COVID-19, remote counseling services remain available through the office of Youth Alternatives (1328 Talbot Ct.).... Read more »

04/03/20 9:55 AM

Mild weather and warmer temperatures expected in Cheyenne over the weekend

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Friday may be a bit on the chilly side, but mild conditions and warmer temperatures are expected over the next few days in the Cheyenne area. For... Read more »

04/03/20 9:13 AM

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

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

Between Monday, March 30 and Wednesday, April 1, 2020 an additional 18 individuals have tested positive for COVID-19 in Laramie County, according to a statement released by City of Cheyenne... Read more »

04/02/20 4:23 PM

Gun background checks smash records during pandemic

By LISA MARIE PANE Associated Press Background checks required to buy firearms have spiked to record numbers in the past month, fueled by a run on guns from Americans worried... Read more »

04/02/20 4:14 PM

Reese Witherspoon’s clothing company giving dresses to teachers as a ‘thank you’

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Actress Reese Witherspoon’s clothing company, Draper James, is giving teachers a free dress as their way of saying “Thank you” to teachers, the brand announced social media... Read more »

04/02/20 4:04 PM

UW survey shows serious impacts, deep concern for coronavirus

Nearly one-third of Wyomingites say they or immediate family members have been laid off or lost their jobs due to the novel coronavirus COVID-19, according to a new survey by... Read more »

04/02/20 3:47 PM

Students needing more time to confirm UW fall 2020 enrollment can apply for extension

CASPER, Wyo. – The University of Wyoming has announced that prospective students considering attending the UW for the fall 2020 semester may have more time to confirm their intent to... Read more »

04/02/20 3:46 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

City warns residents of COVID-19 frauds

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – City officials are warning all Cheyenne and Laramie County residents to be aware of increased fraudulent activity due to the COVID-19 pandemic. On March 23rd, the U.S. Department... Read more »

04/02/20 2:51 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

WTCC medical supply drive collects 34,000 gloves, hundreds of masks for Wyoming hospitals

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Technology Coronavirus Coalition, a recently formed group of volunteers looking to help address medical supply shortages amid the COVID-19 coronavirus, held a medical supply drive... Read more »

04/02/20 11:33 AM

LCSD #1 Superintendent shares encouraging letter to teachers before remote learning begins

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Laramie County School District #1 Superintendent, Boyd Brown, took to Facebook to share a letter written by a parent to encourage teachers who are about to start... Read more »

04/02/20 11:24 AM

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

Recent Arrests (4/1/20 – 4/2/20)

04/02/20 9:49 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

Downtown Development Authority hires new marketing and events director

Cheyenne, WY – The Downtown Development Authority has announced that they have hired Haylee Chenchar as the new Director of Marketing and Events for the organization. According to the news... Read more »

04/01/20 4:02 PM

Freezing drizzle and snow possible for Cheyenne this evening

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – The National Weather Service says that residents of Cheyenne can expect to see a mix of precipitation this evening. According to the NWS, there is a chance... Read more »

04/01/20 3:02 PM

Black Hills Energy donates $375K TO COVID-19 relief in 8 states, $30,500 in Wyoming

CASPER. Wyo – Black Hills Energy announced on Wednesday, April 1 that they will donate $375,000 toward COVID-19 coronavirus relief efforts across the eight states which they serve. That includes... Read more »

04/01/20 2:34 PM

Police warn Cheyenne residents of Facebook scammer

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – The Cheyenne Police Department is informing the public of a new scam that is circulating around on Facebook. Authorities say that there is a subject with the... Read more »

04/01/20 1:35 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

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

Florida Sheriff seeks information from the public in ‘Tiger King’ mystery

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — It might be the biggest diversion from the pandemic: binge-watching the luridly fascinating Netflix documentary “Tiger King: Murder, Mayhem and Madness.” Now a Florida sheriff is asking... Read more »

04/01/20 10:11 AM

Recent Arrests (3/31/20 – 4/1/20)

04/01/20 9:47 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

Police looking for firearm in Big Horn murder

CASPER, Wyo. — Sheridan County law enforcement are saying that they’re searching for a gun in the murder of three people in the Wyoming community of Big Horn Sheridan Sheriff’s... Read more »

03/31/20 7:15 PM

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46th annual Wyoming Writers Conference cancelled

Positive COVID-19 cases climb to 210 in Wyoming with 3,929 tests reported

Enzi and Barrasso encourage Administration to support farmers during COVID-19 pandemic

NWS: A sunny week ahead for Cheyenne

Water main break repair underway in downtown Cheyenne

Cheyenne Police seek information on suspects

5 staff, 5 patients confirmed COVID-19 positive at Wyoming Behavioral Institute

Gordon extends COVID-19 orders to April 30th as health officials call for Shelter-In-Place

Fremont area physicians conduct 764 COVID-19 consultations in last two weeks, 672 directed to self-isolate

Police request public’s help identifying suspect

HBO makes some of their most popular shows available for free in April

Statewide confirmed COVID-19 cases increase to 162 as of Friday morning

Recent Arrests (4/2/20 – 4/3/20)

Youth Alternatives continues to provide services remotely

Mild weather and warmer temperatures expected in Cheyenne over the weekend

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

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

Gun background checks smash records during pandemic

Reese Witherspoon’s clothing company giving dresses to teachers as a ‘thank you’

UW survey shows serious impacts, deep concern for coronavirus

Students needing more time to confirm UW fall 2020 enrollment can apply for extension

Enzi provides COVID-19 related resources for Wyomingites online

City warns residents of COVID-19 frauds

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

WTCC medical supply drive collects 34,000 gloves, hundreds of masks for Wyoming hospitals

LCSD #1 Superintendent shares encouraging letter to teachers before remote learning begins

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

Recent Arrests (4/1/20 – 4/2/20)

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

Downtown Development Authority hires new marketing and events director

Freezing drizzle and snow possible for Cheyenne this evening

Black Hills Energy donates $375K TO COVID-19 relief in 8 states, $30,500 in Wyoming

Police warn Cheyenne residents of Facebook scammer

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

LCSD #1 releases adapted learning plan for remote education

Florida Sheriff seeks information from the public in ‘Tiger King’ mystery

Recent Arrests (3/31/20 – 4/1/20)

Laramie County Detention Center remains COVID-19 free

Police looking for firearm in Big Horn murder

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Enzi and Barrasso encourage Administration to support farmers during COVID-19 pandemic

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