Wyoming

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

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

04/02/20 3:46 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 pheasant, fall turkey, beaver and sandhill crane hunting permit applications open

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is accepting Glendo and Springer special pheasant hunting applications. The Laramie Region Office add that “limited quota fall turkey, sand hill... Read more »

04/02/20 2:48 PM

Biologists track burrowing owls, a ‘Species of Greatest Need’ in Wyoming

CASPER, Wyo. — Burrowing owls are considered a “Species of Greatest Conservation Need” in Wyoming, according to Wyoming Game and Fish bird biologist Andrea Orabona. The burrowing owl use prairie... Read more »

04/02/20 2:32 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

Elk hunters rewarded for helping Wyoming monitor brucellosis

CASPER, Wyo. — A number of hunters have been rewarded for helping monitor brucellosis in elk populations in Wyoming. The Wyoming Game and Fish Department announced winners of their 2019... Read more »

04/02/20 12:43 PM

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

Census Day: 28.1% of Wyoming households have responded, trailing national response rate

CASPER, Wyo. — Heading into Wednesday, April 1, which is Census Day, 28.1% of Wyoming households had self-responded to the United States Census as of Tuesday night. People are able... Read more »

04/01/20 1:04 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

Lander Police seek information in business vandalism (VIDEO)

Law enforcement in the Wyoming community of Lander is seeking the public’s help in identifying suspects in a business vandalism that reportedly occurred Friday. The Lander Police Department has shared... Read more »

04/01/20 10:36 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

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

I-80 between Laramie and Rawlins closed to high profile vehicles

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – The Wyoming Department of Transportation says that the portion of Interstate 80 between Laramie and Rawlins has been closed to high profile vehicles. According to WYDOT, the... Read more »

03/31/20 10:26 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

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: Executive order allows for curbside alcohol sales

CASPER, Wyo. — At a Monday press briefing, the Governor of Wyoming says that he has issued an executive order to allow for some establishments to include alcohol for curbside... Read more »

03/30/20 5:02 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

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

BLM Wyoming conducting controlled burns in the Seminoe Mountains

CASPER, Wyo. — The Bureau of Land Management Wyoming say that on Monday, March 30, they are beginning controlled burns in the Seminoe Mountains. “Beginning today (March 30), BLM is... Read more »

03/30/20 2:42 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

Prohibited Wyoming shed antler and horn collection area expanded (MAP)

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Game and Fish Department says that legislation passed in 2019 to expand the regulated area for shed antler and horn collection in the state is... Read more »

03/30/20 10:28 AM

NCSO: Body found, identified as Joey Peterson

CASPER, Wyo. — Sheriff’s officials say that they have located a body near Hat Six Road in Natrona County on Sunday. The body has been identified as missing teenager Joey... Read more »

03/30/20 9:44 AM

Yellowstone captures more than 500 bison, hunters kill 200+

BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) — Yellowstone National Park is done capturing wild bison for the year after rounding up almost 550 of the burly animals and sending most to slaughter as... Read more »

03/30/20 9:41 AM

Call to the wild: Great outdoors an escape in tough times

Mar 29, 2020 By PAT GRAHAM and MICHAEL CASEY Associated Press Jim Klug’s office phone rings off the hook with anxious anglers inquiring about the status of their upcoming fly-fishing... Read more »

03/30/20 4:51 AM

Laramie County confirms 17 COVID-19 cases in Cheyenne

As of Friday, March 27, 2020 there are 17 positive COVID-19 cases in Laramie County. All positive cases are currently located in Cheyenne. “These cases represent two children under 15... Read more »

03/27/20 4:44 PM

Fremont County: 17 reported cases, 2 recovered, 23 quarantined, 400 directed to isolate

Officials in Wyoming’s Fremont County are reporting 17 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the county, and say that 23 people have been quarantined, and over 400 are estimated to have been... Read more »

03/27/20 4:10 PM

Wyoming superintendent: distance education for K-12 required by April 6

CASPER, Wyo. — Following the governor’s Friday, March 27 announcement of an order that Wyoming school closures will be extended until at least April 17, Wyoming Superintendent Jillian Balow issued... Read more »

03/27/20 3:21 PM

New Wyoming unemployment claims spike 359 percent

CASPER, Wyo. – The latest unemployment insurance claims from the Wyoming Department of Workforce Services show the immediate effect of the coronavirus pandemic on Wyoming’s workforce. According to Wyoming Department... Read more »

03/27/20 3:01 PM

Governor extends COVID-19 statewide public health orders through April 17

CASPER, Wyo. – Governor Mark Gordon said in a release today that he and State Health Officer Dr. Alexia Harrist have extended the three existing statewide health orders designed to... Read more »

03/27/20 1:57 PM

Governor vetos ‘born alive’ bill, signs 2 others into law

CASPER, Wyo. – Governor Mark Gordon said in a press release he has signed two bills, vetoed four and allowed five to go into law without his signature. According to... Read more »

03/27/20 1:01 PM

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Wyoming

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

Wyoming Business Council to host COVID-19 listening session on April 3rd

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

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

WDH outlines criteria for testing at public health lab

Enzi provides COVID-19 related resources for Wyomingites online

Wyoming pheasant, fall turkey, beaver and sandhill crane hunting permit applications open

Biologists track burrowing owls, a ‘Species of Greatest Need’ in Wyoming

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

Elk hunters rewarded for helping Wyoming monitor brucellosis

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

Census Day: 28.1% of Wyoming households have responded, trailing national response rate

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

Lander Police seek information in business vandalism (VIDEO)

Police looking for firearm in Big Horn murder

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

I-80 between Laramie and Rawlins closed to high profile vehicles

Laramie County Covid-19 cases grow to 21

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

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

Governor: Executive order allows for curbside alcohol sales

Governor orders Wyoming State Parks campgrounds closed

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

BLM Wyoming conducting controlled burns in the Seminoe Mountains

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

Prohibited Wyoming shed antler and horn collection area expanded (MAP)

NCSO: Body found, identified as Joey Peterson

Yellowstone captures more than 500 bison, hunters kill 200+

Call to the wild: Great outdoors an escape in tough times

Laramie County confirms 17 COVID-19 cases in Cheyenne

Fremont County: 17 reported cases, 2 recovered, 23 quarantined, 400 directed to isolate

Wyoming superintendent: distance education for K-12 required by April 6

New Wyoming unemployment claims spike 359 percent

Governor extends COVID-19 statewide public health orders through April 17

Governor vetos ‘born alive’ bill, signs 2 others into law

Crime

Community

Recent Arrests (4/1/20 – 4/2/20)

Police warn Cheyenne residents of Facebook scammer

Lander Police seek information in business vandalism (VIDEO)

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

Recent Arrests (3/31/20 – 4/1/20)

Obituaries

Obituaries

Obituaries: Lewis, Sommers, Galeotos

Obituaries: Kensinger, Lush, Jennings, Thompson, Soveroski

‘Strega Nona’ author Tomie dePaola is dead at age 85

Former Sen. Tom Coburn, known as a political maverick, dies

Joseph Lowery, civil rights leader and MLK aide, dies at 98

Community

Community

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

Promoted

COVID-19

Wyoming Behavioral Institute issues update on virus response

Recent hires making an impact at local hospital

Recent hires making an impact at local hospital

Galleries

Community

PHOTOS: 2020 State High School Wrestling Championships in Casper

PHOTOS: Hundreds turn out for 101-year-old Casper WWII Marine with no family

PHOTOS: Hundreds of trucks waiting for I-80 West to reopen

Gallery: Wyoming legislatures return to the restored historic Capitol

Casper MLK Equality Day march celebrates community action (PHOTOS)

National/World

AP

Gun background checks smash records during pandemic

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

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