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Opera Wyoming to perform ‘The Secret Garden’ at The Lyric
CASPER, Wyo. — Opera Wyoming will debut its upcoming production of “The Secret Garden” this month at The Lyric in Casper. According to a release from the company, “The Secret Garden” is based on the classic novel by Frances Hodgson Burnett with lyrics by Marsha Norman and will open on July 19 at The Lyric. The musical score was written by Lucy Simon. There will be seven performances, with the last on July 28.
Dirty Scotty’s Hats of Ill Repute opens
Scotty Flitner did not set out to be a milliner. She’s a bonafide cowgirl and sixth generation rancher, who studied art, then equine dentistry, and cowboyed the Idaho-Nevada border before returning to her home state of Wyoming. She’s also insatiably curious, loves learning and is always ready to meet a new challenge with a pragmatic, can-do, never-quit attitude. Following several years of independent study, apprentice work and a four-month intensive in Billings with Randy Rains of Law Dog Hat Company, Flitner’s own hat shop, Dirty Scotty’s Hats of Ill Repute, opened in downtown Greybull recently, taking over the Mackey’s Custom Hats business.
Knights’ baseball results from ‘C’ State and ‘A’District/ Spartans go 1-1 Friday
The home-field advantage didn’t work out as well as hoped Friday, as the Green River American Legion baseball team fell 2-1 to Lovell in the opening game of the A West District Baseball Tournament. The tournament, in which the top four teams will advance to the A state tournament, is being played at Stratton Myers Parks in Green River.
Jentel Presents to showcase artists on July 30
The Jentel Artist Residency Program offers dedicated individuals a supportive environment in which to further their creative development. Jentel is an anagram of the founder’s name, Neltje. A lover of both Wyoming and art, Neltje’s experience while visiting Wyoming from her native New York in the 1960s, left her inspired and rejuvenated. It was this fire that Neltje wished to ignite in others which motivated her to create the Jentel Artist Residency.
Greybull wrestlers compete at national tournament
Two members of the Greybull-Riverside wrestling team competed with Team Wyoming at last weekend’s U.S. Marine Corps Junior & 16U National Tournament in Fargo, N.D. The tournament is billed as the largest in the world, with more than 7,000 competing. Gabby Dowling and Tawny Bertolini will be a senior...
SCLT August Explore History: Fort Mackenzie Historic District Tour
The Sheridan Community Land Trust has announced that its Explore History program for August will be a Fort Mackenzie Historic District Tour. First established as a military outpost and later transformed into a veterans hospital, Fort Mackenzie has served our community for more than 125 years. VA Historian Thomas Hatch will lead us on a tour of the history and architecture of the Fort Mackenzie Historic District.
Tech outage delays flights into, out of Jackson
JACKSON, Wyo. — A global tech outage has impacted travelers across the globe, including those attempting to come and go from the Jackson Hole Airport on Friday, July 19. “Due to third party technical issues, various airlines are impacted,” the Jackson Hole Airport said in a statement. “Please check with your carrier before leaving for JAC.”
Hot Notes – Cool Nites Concerts in the Park in Riverton July 22 and Lander July 29
Central Wyoming College will be presenting a Hot Notes | Cool Nites Concert in the. Riverton City Park on Monday, July 22 at 7 p.m. and in the Lander City Park on Monday,. On July 22, The Rob Weimann Trio, comprised of Joe Lefevre, Sean Francis and Rob. Weimann will...
University of Wyoming Cowgirls Shine in Summer Golf Tournaments with Victories and Impressive Performances
Cowgirl golfers at the University of Wyoming have been actively participating in summer tournaments to enhance their skills, with notable successes in various events. Four Cowgirls reached the final four at the Wyoming State Matchplay. Kyla Wilde emerged victorious in the event, defeating former Cowgirl Morgan Ryan. Sophie Spiva and...
Black Butte Coal Company Initiates More Layoffs, Workforce Services Plans Response Event
ROCK SPRINGS – The beleaguered Black Butte Coal Company has initiated a second round of layoffs at the mine. Multiple sources speaking to SweetwaterNOW on a condition of anonymity said the layoffs impacted 30 employees, with tips being sent to SweetwaterNOW as early as last week. However, SweetwaterNOW was unable to confirm that number or when those layoffs would occur with Black Butte Coal Company as attempts to contact Mine Manager Steve Gili were not returned as of publication. SweetwaterNOW will provide further information in a future post when it’s available.
Buck Moon to appear full all weekend
JACKSON, Wyo. — Get ready to enjoy summertime moonlight this weekend! July’s full “Buck Moon” rises over Jackson on Sunday, July 21. On Sunday night, the moon will rise over the valley in the southeast at 9:07 p.m. According to NASA, the moon will appear full all weekend, beginning Friday evening and lasting through Monday morning.
Family has rafted with DHWW for decades, will float again Saturday
JACKSON, Wyo. — The Knowlton family has been rafting the whitewater stretch of the Snake south of Jackson since 1982, and several decades of that has been with Dave Hansen Whitewater (DHWW). This summer, they will take to the water with DHWW again. Last year, the family had members...
Spuds blank Gem City Bison 6–0
CASPER, Wyo. — The Casper Spuds tightened their control of the league standings on Thursday with a shutout 6–0 victory over the Gem City Bison. The win moves Casper to a 36–6 record on the season. Half of Casper’s runs came in the second inning. Scoring got...
Chamber, DSA celebrate reopening of Main Street
The Sheridan County Chamber of Commerce and the Downtown Sheridan Association celebrated the reopening of Sheridan’s Main Street with a special ceremony and Ambassadors’ ribbon cutting on Thursday, July 18, 2024, at the intersection of South Main Street and Works Street. The celebration signals the completion of the...
Town approves Presbyterian Church’s affordable townhomes for development
JACKSON, Wyo. — In spite of many residents voicing their opposition to the Presbyterian Church of Jackson Hole (PCJH) housing development located at 1201 South Park Loop Road during the regular Town Council meeting on Monday, July 15, Town Council members unanimously approved the 21-unit townhome development. Of the 21 units in total, 20 units will be designated as workforce deed-restricted.
Several Cowboys named to preseason All-Conference teams
LARAMIE, Wyo. — The University of Wyoming Cowboy football season is right around the corner, and a pair of national publications’ preseason All-Mountain West squads feature numerous Cowboys. The teams set by Athlon Sports and Phil Steele feature 15 different Cowboys. Athlon Sports released its team, and 15...
Top Rodeo Champions Shine in Colorado and Wyoming Circuit
The Mountain States Circuit hosts top cowboys and cowgirls in rodeos throughout July and early August, with Colorado and Wyoming being the prime locations for these events. R.C. Landingham scored 88 points in bareback riding and earned $6,557 in Sheridan, Wyo. Kodi Jang won the steer wrestling event in Sheridan...
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