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Local Pharmacist Faces Allegations Of Illegally Selling Fish Medication
The Wyoming Board of Pharmacy is accusing a former pharmacist in Casper of illegally selling prescription fish medication. Daniel Kraft's license to distribute prescription drugs expired June 30, 2021. On August 4, 2021 the Board issued an order strictly prohibiting Kraft from "...renewing, reinstating, or obtaining any license from the Wyoming Board of Pharmacy for at least 10 years..."
Haze in Jackson Hole coming from wildfires in Idaho, Oregon and Montana
JACKSON, Wyo. — For those wondering where the haze that’s settled in Jackson Hole is coming from, the answer is wildfires to the west of the valley. The smoke from several large wildfires blazing in eastern Oregon, central Idaho and southern Montana is blowing east and settling in the valley, according to Brett McDonald, Meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Riverton, Wyoming.
Cheyenne woman faces felony charge for smuggling drugs into jail
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — On July 13 at about 7:29 p.m., Cheyenne police arrested a woman at a local retail store on Central Avenue. The woman, identified as Krystal Nichole Ebell, 33, faces charges including theft, interference with a peace officer and drug possession. Ebell also faces a felony charge for smuggling a controlled substance into the jail, according to police booking sheets.
Golf carts, K9 retirement, and new mobile terminals on City Council agendas
The Rock Springs and Green River City Councils will be in regular sessions this evening at 7 p.m. Both meetings will take place at their respective City Halls. Among the items the Rock Springs Council will be dealing with is a request from the Park and Rec. Department to replace the golf carts at the White Mountain Golf Course. The Rock Springs Department of Engineering is also requesting permission to bid on Phase II of the Concrete Replacing and Crack Sealing road projects.
Arapahoe Man Sentenced to Two Years in Prison for Strangulation
Daniel Anthony Whiteplume, 26, of Arapahoe, Wyoming, was sentenced to 24 months in federal prison for assault by strangulation. Chief U.S. District Court Judge Scott W. Skavdahl imposed the sentence on July 10, 2024. According to court documents, on September 6, 2022, Whiteplume was receiving a ride to an uncle’s...
Clearmont Council Discusses Rate Increases for Utilities
The Clearmont Town Council met on Monday, July 15, at 6 p.m. at Clearmont Town Hall. Mayor Chris Schock reported on the partial fire ban in Sheridan County, adding that due to the fires in the area it should be a full ban on fires. “Please don’t burn anything,” he said.
C17 Crime Clips for Tuesday, July 16
GILLETTE, Wyo. — Here is a summary of notable crimes in and around Gillette yesterday, June 15, obtained through law enforcement reports compiled by the Gillette Police Department and the Campbell County Sheriff’s Office. Vandalism, July 15, Overdale Drive, GPD. Officers responded to Bell Nob Golf Course at...
Flight from Jackson to Atlanta diverted after loss of pressure
JACKSON, Wyo. — A Delta flight from the Jackson Hole Airport bound for Atlanta was diverted in flight after a pressurization issue the morning of Saturday, July 13. The Boeing 757-200 aircraft, which left Jackson shortly after 8:00 a.m., was rerouted to St. Louis Lambert International Airport after the crew reported a “possible pressurization issue,” according to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
The Wind She Did Blow in Lander
The Strong Winds in Lander Monday toppled a tall Russian Olive tree onto a Fremont County owned pickup on the east side of the courthouse. The truck was parked and no one was inside it. Chris Jones at the National Weather Service Forecast Office in Riverton said peak wind gusts...
Rocky Mountain Power: Electricity restored; RMP shut off power due to wildfire
CASPER, Wyo. — Over 27,000 customers were without power Monday due to a wildfire west of the Dave Johnston Power Plant in Glenrock, according to Rocky Mountain Power officials. As of 4:20 p.m., power had been restored to all but 500 customers in Natrona and Converse counties. RMP official...
Life at Fort Phil Kearny, through their eyes
Wyoming State Parks Site Superintendent Sharie Shada made an appearance on Sheridan Media’s Public Pulse to talk about a new program at the Fort Phil Kearny Historic Site that will put visitors in the shoes or boots of someone from the past. According to Shada, the new program “Character...
Casper-Natrona Health Department: Stay safe when power goes out
CASPER, Wyo. — As of early afternoon Monday, more than 23,000 electric customers were without power in Natrona County, but power was restored by 1:50 p.m. according to Rocky Mountain Power. When the power goes out, the Casper-Natrona County Health Department offers these safety tips and other suggestions:. Be...
Last suspect of Operation Shattered Glass sentenced
CHEYENNE, Wyo. (Wyoming News Now) - The final suspect in operation Shattered Glass has been sentenced. 41 year old Victor Paul Gonzalez Brizo, of Tepic, Nayarit, Mexico, has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for possession with intent to distribute fentanyl. In 2023, The Laramie County Sheriff’s Office,...
Garage Sale: 22 Greenview Drive, Riverton
This sale has something for everyone, tools, gowns, carpets, ranch supplies, sporting goods, and household items. There is a like new pair of skis and boots, Pex plumbing tools, and for the 4Her in the the family, a set Oster Showmaster variable speed shears. And kids books. Happy Saling!. From...
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