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Update: Hydrothermal explosion closes Biscuit Basin for season
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Yellowstone National Park officials have closed Biscuit Basin for the remainder of the 2024 season following a significant hydrothermal explosion on July 23. The incident, occurring just before 10 a.m., sent steam and debris hundreds of feet into the air and damaged a nearby boardwalk. National...
Man gets time served, 5-year park ban for ‘mass shooting’ statements at Yellowstone
CASPER, Wyo. — The Yellowstone National Park concessionaire employee heard earlier this month making threatening statements about “the next mass shooting” was sentenced in federal court to time served and five years’ supervision, according to a release Wednesday by the U.S. Justice Department. Robert Sherman, 55,...
Lander Biz Show: Guardian Flight, heroes in the skies when you need them most
(Lander, WY)- In our latest episode of The Lander Biz Show, we have the distinct pleasure of diving into the world of Guardian Flight! Join us as we sit down with the incredible crew from Guardian Flight, including flight nurses Nikki and Jennifer, pilot Miles, and program Director Brandon. This episode offers a unique glimpse into the high-pressure, high-reward environment of air medical services right here in Fremont County.
Cowgirls Ranked No. 16 in WBCA Academic Top-25
ATLANTA, Ga. (July 24, 2024) – The Wyoming Cowgirl basketball team was recognized Wednesday as one of the top academic squads in the country in 2023-24, as named by the WBCA. This marks the second time in the past three seasons that the Cowgirls have been a Top-25 WBCA Academic Team.
Firefighters battle grass fire west of Sidney
CHEYENNE COUNTY (July 25, 2024) -- Firefighters from several agencies battled a fire west of Sidney near Cheyenne County Roads 105 and 24 Wednesday. At about 1:23 p.m., Sidney Fire Department received a page of a fire west of Sidney with flames showing. An estimated 275 acres were burned in the fire. The scene was cleared at 7:23 p.m. Wednesday.
Sheriff's wife facing charges after assaulting her daughter
Hall County, Neb. — The wife of a local sheriff has been charged with assaulting her daughter. Daniela Deaver, 53, of Ord, is charged in Hall County Court with third-degree assault causing bodily injury. She is the wife of Greeley County Sheriff Paul Deaver. Court records do not list...
WyoTodayMedia's Newsapers net 10 National Awards
The Ranger and Lander Journal received top honors from the National Newspaper Association’s (NNA) Better Newspaper Contest, bringing home 10 awards for reporting and photography. “This newspaper has a great variety of. stories – all interesting,” judges wrote in awarding The Ranger second place for local news coverage....
Gunslingers show, kids rodeo and more in store for Cheyenne Day
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Every Wednesday during Frontier Days, the City of Cheyenne celebrates its rich heritage with Cheyenne Day. Here are some events taking place during Cheyenne Day:. The Cheyenne Frontier Days Pancake Breakfast will be at the Cheyenne Train Depot Plaza, 121 W. 15th St., from 7 to...
Brewers Gear up for Riverfest to Support Expansion of Community Trails in Casper
The 32nd annual Riverffest is happening August 10 in Casper at Crossroads Park. The event is FREE, but for unlimited sips of beer you must purchase a ticket. This year's event welcomes local and regional breweries like Melvin and Wind River Brewing, and Casper-area distributors bringing samples of craft beer to tickle your tastebuds.
UPDATE: Clearwater Fire Is Spreading, Zero Containment
The Clearwater Fire is growing. The wildfire, which started with a lightning strike on July 19th, on a ridgeline between the Elk Fork and June Creek drainages, has increased in size, according to a media release from the U.S. National Forest Service. The fire, about one mile south of the...
Stallions drop two to Laramie; travel to Jackson today
The Rock Springs American Legion baseball team dropped a home conference doubleheader to Laramie yesterday, 11-5 and 12-3. The loss dropped the Stallions AA Conference record to 1-13, 11-39 overall. Laramie improved to 7-7 and 31-30 for the season. Today, Rock Springs is scheduled to travel to play Jackson for...
Last foam parties of the summer in GR and RS this week
The final foam parties of the summer are set to take place in Green River and Rock Springs this week. In Rock Springs, the White Mountain Library, 2935 Sweetwater Drive, will host its foam party on Thursday, July 25, at 1:30 p.m. The Green River party, hosted by the Sweetwater County Library, will be held on Friday, July 26, at 9 p.m. at Centennial Park, 160 E. Flaming Gorge Way.
Govenor Gordon’s Town Hall Draws Large Crowd
On July 23, Governor Mark Gordon, along with Holly Krutka, UW School of Energy; Scott Stults, superintendent at SCSD#2; Dr. Walt Tribley, President of Sheridan College; and Michelle Wilson, EMIT Technologies, held a town hall meeting at Sheridan College. In his opening remarks, Governor Gordon had this to say about...
I scream, you scream, we all scream: A new Mexican ice cream shop is opening in Frontier Mall
CHEYENNE — In the mood for something sweet? Need something savory? Want both? Look no further than Michoacan de Pedir de Boca, the new Mexican ice cream shop in Frontier Mall. Although advertised for its ice cream, Michoacan de Pedir de Boca has a wide variety of treats and savory items on its menu. Boasting up to 22 flavors of ice cream, popsicles, churros, street corn, tamales and more, this ...
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