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High temps likely to continue into coming week
CASPER, Wyo. — After a weekend of temperatures nearing 100 degrees, conditions are likely to remain hot as the coming week gets underway, though not quite approaching triple digits. On Monday, the National Weather Service in Riverton reports that the Casper area will initially see sunny skies, followed by...
A Child Waits, 7-13-24
Sports are something that grabs Collin’s attention. Whether football or basketball, Collin, 15, likes to get his hands on the ball and play. After a long day of running around, pizza hits the spot for him. Red is his favorite color, and megalodons are his most desired animal. Superheroes, especially Blue Beetle, are fictional characters that he likes. In his spare time, this teen can be found playing video games. Telekinesis is a superpower that Collin would choose if given the choice. He is known...
Habitat for Humanity of Laramie County celebrates 33 years
CHEYENNE, Wyo. (Wyoming News Now) - This July, Habitat for Humanity of Laramie County is celebrating its 33rd year. Established in 1991, this non-profit has helped 51 low-income families get into homes. This organization has provided affordable homes for families that earn 30 to 60 percent of the area’s median...
UB40 is headed to the Lincoln Theatre
CHEYENNE — On Thursday, Cheyenne residents can experience a blast from the past when British pop-reggae group UB40 performs at The Lincoln Theatre. Most known for their covers of Neil Diamond’s “Red Red Wine” and Elvis Presley’s “(I Can’t Help) Falling In Love With You,” UB40 is still going strong after 45 years (hence their 2024 album name “UB45”). In that time, they have recorded 20 studio ...
#HappeningNow: Riverton’s 42nd Annual Day in the Park
(Riverton, WY) – Arts in Action’s 42nd Annual Day in the Park is in full swing at Riverton City Park!. Stop by to see vendors/arts/treats galore and bring the whole family; the fun goes until 3 p.m. There are even tethered balloon rides while weather permits (until about...
Candidates snub Fremont County debates, drawing rebuke from local GOP
A group of Fremont County Republican legislative candidates have declined invitations to a series of candidate debates, drawing a public rebuke this week from local GOP leadership. “My concern is that if Tim Salazar, Pepper Ottman, Tina Clifford and Joel Guggenmos will not face voter questions before the election, will they listen to us if elected?” Fremont County GOP Chairman Scott Harnsberger said. The issue began earlier this month when...
Government Meeting 7-13-24
Monday Cheyenne City Council's Finance Committee, 12 p.m., Municipal Building, 2101 O'Neil Ave., Room 104, Cheyenne. Zoom information available at cheyennecity.org/ecm. Wyoming Aeronautics Commission, 1:30 p.m., WYDOT Headquarters, 5300 Bishop Blvd. and online at tinyurl.com/wy-aeronautics-commission, Webinar ID: 820 0261 4146, Passcode: 197649. Cheyenne Board of Public Utilities, 3 p.m., 2416 Snyder Ave. and via Zoom...
‘Everybody’s confused’: Title IX injunction creates uncertainty for Wyoming educators
As Republican elected officials trumpet as a victory for Wyoming the recent court injunction halting implementation of new Title IX rules, school districts and educators are grappling with uncertainties of how to proceed. “Everybody’s confused right now,” said Brian Farmer, executive director at Wyoming School Boards Association. The confusion within schools underscores how complicated it is to interpret and comply with Title IX — a 50-year-old law that prohibits sex...
Torriani receives endorsement from Wyoming Stock Growers Association
CHEYENNE – The campaign of Marc Torriani, rancher and candidate for Wyoming's Senate District 6, announced in a news release that the Wyoming Stock Growers Association has chosen to endorse and support Torriani "in recognition of his dedication to the values and priorities that are crucial to Wyoming’s ranching community." The association is dedicated to ensuring the prosperity and sustainability of Wyoming’s livestock industry. For more information, visit wysga.org. Torriani's platform aligns closely with the mission of the Wyoming Stock Growers Association, the campaign said. His vision of "Let’s Keep Wyoming, Wyoming" emphasizes the importance of maintaining Wyoming’s identity, promoting meaningful economic growth and safeguarding the interests of the agricultural sector against industrial projects that threaten its landscapes and water resources.
Jackson Albertsons on list for sale in grocery chain merger
JACKSON, Wyo. — The Jackson Albertsons on Buffalo Way is on the list of grocery stores to be sold in the purchase of the grocery chain by supermarket giant Kroger. The merger, first announced in 2022, would see the Cincinnati, OH-based Kroger buy the Boise, Idaho-based Albertsons, consolidating two of the nation’s largest grocery chains. Kroger is currently the second largest grocery company by revenue behind Walmart, bringing in $148 billion in FY 2023. Albertsons’ bringing’ revenue that year was $77.7 billion.
Lander school board to discuss staff, student ‘transgender consideration’ policies at July 16 meeting
(Lander, WY) – The Fremont County School District (FCSD) #1 school board is set to convene for a regular meeting on Tuesday, July 16, at the district offices located at 863 Sweetwater Street. The meeting will commence immediately after the Public Hearing on the proposed 2024/25 budget for FCSD...
Parade Goers Talk about the 2024 WYO Rodeo Parade
The extreme heat, later in the day it was over 100 degrees, couldn’t stop a good crowd from attending the 2024 WYO Rodeo Parade on Friday, July 12. Josh Philips and his wife were some of the attendees from out-of-state. They were from Cave Creek, Arizona. This is their first time at the parade, but they said the loved to come to Sheridan.
New Cheyenne Frontier Days Hall-of-Famer Williams set to perform at the Outlaw Saloon
CHEYENNE — Country music star Chancey Williams is headed to the Outlaw Saloon to reminisce about his saddle bronc days and perform during Cheyenne Frontier Days on July 26. Growing up in Moorcroft, Williams is no stranger to the western way of life, ranching and rodeo. His first time ever coming to Cheyenne, however, wasn’t until his saddle bronc riding days in college. He was taught by his ...
Rock Springs Museum Gets a Fresh Look Through Repainting Project
ROCK SPRINGS – Residents can expect the Rock Springs Museum to shine after the building gets a new coat of paint in a project that’s expected to continue for the next few weeks. Jennifer Messer, the museum’s coordinator, said the museum remains open during this time. Residents...
Eden Hospice of Cheyenne welcomes Bear, a certified therapy dog
CHEYENNE – Eden Hospice of Cheyenne has welcomed the newest member to its team, Bear: the certified therapy border collie. Bear received his certification from the Alliance of Therapy Dogs (ATD) and has already been busy visiting the community’s hospice patients as a volunteer with his handler, Eden Health of Cheyenne’s Stephanie Cotherman. The 6-year-old dog was found by Cotherman’s husband Matt when he was out adventuring the Colorado wilderness....
The Mayor’s Minute from Mayor Patrick Collins
We started this week off again talking about neighborhood safety and the concerns of drivers speeding. Our new Critical Traffic Control Program just went into effect, and we met to finalize how to implement the program. We have received a petition from the folks along Gardenia Drive asking to have their street studied to see if it qualifies for the enhanced enforcement the ordinance provides. I wish we did not have to pass this ordinance and that we would not see petitions from neighborhoods concerned with their safety. I will let you know how progress on the ordinance’s implementation goes.
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