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Blue It Forward: Amanda Knight
CHEYENNE, Wyo. (Wyoming News Now) - All around us there are spirited people who have the power to change the world. In our Blue It Forward, each week we celebrate them alongside Blue Federal Credit Union. This week’s recipient is Amanda Knight. She runs the Capital City Cheerleading program...
Fair Board to hold daily working meetings during 2024 fair
GILLETTE, Wyo. — The Campbell County Fair Board will be holding a working job assignment meeting on Saturday, July 20 in addition to daily meetings during the duration of this year’s Campbell County Fair. The Saturday meeting will take place at 7 p.m. in the CAM-PLEX Energy Hall...
Make-A-Wish delivers Disney magic to 11-year-old at 1WYO Serving Up Wishes event
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — When you’re an 11-year-old boy, life often revolves around sports and video games. Kaleb, from Cheyenne, is no exception. Not only does he love video games, sports, riding his bike, playing with his friends and football, but he also specifically loves Wyoming Cowboys Football. This made his wish reveal at the first-ever Make-A-Wish Wyoming and 1WYO Serving Up Wishes event on April 20 a truly spectacular surprise.
Officials expand closures as Bench Lake Fire burns over 2,000 acres
STANLEY — The Bench Lake Fire near Redfish Lake has burned 2,037 acres and is 8% contained as of Friday. According to a news release from the U.S. Forest Service, 346 personnel are fighting the wildfire with 14 fire engines, two scooper planes and six helicopters. “Pumps and hoses...
Annual treasure hunt returns with largest cash prize yet, and it could be yours
IDAHO FALLS – Anderson Hicks Group is launching its sixth treasure hunt Friday with a cash prize that’s bigger than ever. The real estate company partnered with 11 sponsors to provide $10,000, a case of merchandise from the Army Surplus Store, a gift card to Buffalo Wild Wings and more.
Pocatello Cupbop set to open on July 30
If Pocatello residents begin dreaming of golden droppings, they are not going crazy. The highly anticipated Cupbop Korean barbeque restaurant in Pocatello is set to open its doors on July 30. The restaurant at 544 E. Benton St. will have a grand opening that morning. There will be Cupbop gear and other merchandise on hand and all bowls will be $5.99 to celebrate the new Pocatello location. ...
Former prosecutor Robin Dunn admits to trafficking drugs and giving them to inmates in jail
POCATELLO — A former county prosecutor has pleaded guilty to trafficking drugs, and distributing them to jail inmates. According to a news release from the U.S. Attorney’s Office, Robin Dunn, 69, pleaded guilty to count one in his indictment, conspiracy to distribute fentanyl and methamphetamine. Dunn initially pleaded...
Truck Loses Tire in Idaho and Hits Motorcyclist From Oregon
A female motorcyclist from Oregon was riding through Idaho on Wednesday when she was struck by an errant tire from an Idaho truck. Idaho State Police are investigating the accident. Motorcyclist From Oregon Hit and Injured by a Tire on Idaho Highway. ISP report that on July 17th, around 3:37...
Wyoming hotels, WYDOT, hospitals affected by global Microsoft outage Friday
CASPER, Wyo. — A global IT outage is impacting Wyoming operations on Friday. According to a social media post on Friday morning, WYDOT said the outage has taken down Driver Services, including issuing of IDs and driver’s licenses. Its website is down, but its road info website is operational.
Wyoming’s Above-Average Alcohol Consumption May Be Increasing the State’s DUI Deaths
An analysis looking at data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reveals that eight of the ten states with the highest fatal DUI rates also report some of the highest alcohol consumption levels nationwide. The study looks at the number of deadly crashes involving drivers under the influence of...
Here’s Your Chance to Win a Restored 1979 F-250 in Central Wyoming
The Boys & Girls Club of Central Wyoming is celebrating 55 years of providing services to the youth of Central Wyoming by holding a special drawing for a pristinely restored 1979 Ford Truck. This Ford F-250 Ranger features a robust 460 engine, making it a blend of vintage appeal and...
Summer Shortage Crisis: Help Save Lives With Type O Blood Donations
Citing a 30% blood donation shortfall during the Fourth of July holiday week, and overall low donor turnout this summer, nonprofit blood services provider Vitalant is facing an emergency shortage of type O blood. The community blood center for about 900 hospitals nationwide including, 14 in Wyoming, urges all donors, especially those with type O, to make an appointment now to give in the coming days and weeks.
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