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Ordinance allows nonmetallic-sheathed electrical cable in 3-plus-story houses
CASPER, Wyo. — Casper contractors will be able to save some money now that the City Council has approved an ordinance regarding the use of nonmetallic-sheathed wiring, Nomex, in buildings three stories and taller. Tuesday, the council approved the amendment to the Casper Municipal Code in the ordinance on...
Another round of free haircuts for Veterans scheduled for Saturday
On Saturday, July 20 from 1 pm to 5 pm, Sierra Stocks, owner of Sierra Scissorhands, will be offering complimentary haircuts to Veterans at the American Legion Tom Whitmore Post 28 in Green River. This patriotic initiative, now in its sixth monthly iteration, aims to give back to those who have selflessly served their country.
Casper Council approves amended building codes
CASPER, Wyo. — On Tuesday, the Casper City Council approved on first reading an amendment to align the Casper Municipal Code with 2024 international building codes already adopted by the state. The council unanimously passed the ordinance during its regular meeting at its temporary chambers at The Lyric, 230...
RSPD and RSFD to compete in annual softball showdown
The Rock Springs Police Department (RSPD) and Rock Springs Fire Department (RSFD) are gearing up for their 2nd Annual Guns vs. Hoses softball game on Saturday, July 20, 2024. The event, presented by RSFF Local 1499 and RSPD PPA, will feature a Home Run Derby competition and will kick off at 6 p.m. at the Wataha Ballfield Complex located at 2059 Clubhouse Drive in Rock Springs.
Town Council workshops design guidelines for future development
JACKSON, Wyo. — On Monday, July 15, Town Council and the Teton County Planning Commission held a workshop to discuss proposed changes to Land Development Regulations (LDRs) in response to the emergency building moratorium. Council members and the public emphasized that future design guidelines need to help preserve the character of Jackson.
GRHS Softball Community Rallies Behind Coach McEndaffer
GREEN RIVER – Players and parents went to the Sweetwater County School District No. 2 Board of Trustees meeting in support of Blair McEndaffer, the Green River High School softball coach for the last four years. McEndaffer was recently up for her yearly renewal as a GRHS coach and...
Man identified after suspected drowning in the Snake River
IDAHO FALLS — A man found dead in the Snake River Monday has been identified. The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office says the man is 28-year-old Juan Manuel Romano Manilla of Idaho Falls. The Sheriff’s Office says preliminary information suggests Manilla had been living homeless along the Snake River...
Co-Conspirator in Southern Idaho Drug Ring Sentenced to 10 Years in Federal Prison for Distributing Fentanyl
BOISE – 36-year-old Brandon Aaron Dana was sentenced today to 10 years in federal prison for distributing over 7,000 fentanyl pills in the Magic Valley, announced U.S. Attorney Josh Hurwit. According to court records, in the summer of 2023, law enforcement officers identified Dana while investigating a drug trafficking...
Homedale retires jersey of 'once in a lifetime player' Scott Matlock
HOMEDALE — Before his rookie season in the NFL wearing the Los Angeles Chargers’ powder blue, before he racked up 115 career tackles and 11.5 sacks while donning the blue and orange at Boise State, Scott Matlock wore the Homedale red. And while his old No. 44 jersey may not fit him as well as it did back in his days as a Trojan, he was still able to put it on Thursday on the football field of his alma mater. ...
Jackson VA employee comments on Trump’s attempted assassination, removed from his position
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - An employee of the Jackson VA took to social media to voice his opinion on former President Donald Trump’s attempted assassination. In a since-deleted Facebook post, Rayford Ellis said, “Somebody tried to make American Great at that orange45 rally huh? Orange clown down 911.”
Two women arrested in Canyon County campground homicide case
Canyon County, ID (CBS2) — The Canyon County Sheriff's Office has arrested two women in connection to the Martin Landing Campground homicide. The Canyon County Sheriff's Office has arrested 35-year-old Melissa Fay Calumpit and 59-year-old Rosalie Lynn Morris both of Battle Mountain, Nevada, in connection to the homicide of 37-year-old Travis Haywood Calumpit on July 12, at the Martin Landing campground near Parma.
TCSAR responds to unconscious hiker on Table Mountain
DRIGGS, Idaho — At noon on Saturday, July 13, Teton County Search & Rescue (TCSAR) responded to a hiker having a medical issue on Table Mountain, a peak on the border of Grand Teton National Park and Caribou-Targhee National Forest. TCSAR said on Facebook that the 27-year-old woman had...
Rigby home could be a total loss following fire
RIGBY — A house in Rigby burst into flames Wednesday night and the property could be a complete loss. According to Central Fire District Chief Nic White, a house on the 200 Block of North 3rd West caught fire around 9:58 p.m. Jefferson County dispatch reported that all residents...
‘It was a traumatic experience.’ Family involved in crash that sent multiple individuals to the hospital provides update
RIRIE — A local family is home recovering after being in a car crash over the Fourth of July weekend. Curtis and Jana Hamilton and their four children had plans to go to a horse show at the Wind River Arena in Rigby near their home on the day of the crash, which was July 5. They had left a lawn chair at Jana’s brother’s house in Menan so they were going to pick it up then go back to the arena.
Wyoming Firearms & Outdoor Recreation Expo at David Street Station
The Wyoming Firearms and Outdoor Recreation Expo at David Street Station is happening in Casper on Saturday, July 20 from 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Admission is free to the public. The event will feature exhibitor booths by Wyoming's top industry leaders. There will be live-entertainers, family-friendly games, and food trucks.
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