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A Good Boy Heads Into Retirement
ROCK SPRINGS – It’s said that every dog has his day, and for Max, the retiring Rock Springs Police Department Officer, it was Tuesday with the Rock Springs City Council. According to a letter from RSPD Chief of Police Bill Erspamer, one of the reasons for Max’s retirement is that he’s gotten slower and sniffing out drugs has become a strenuous activity for him. The eight-year-old dog appeared to act like a puppy as he saw and greeted new and familiar faces at City Hall. Max momentarily jumped up and sat between Officer Jason Wright and Officer Ken Davis as his handler, Officer Ruslan Kolb, took him toward the Council. Max and Kolb were presented with a shadowbox with Max’s gear, which included his badge, collar, and other items.
Cheyenne police install signals to ease Frontier Days traffic
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — The Cheyenne Police Department has announced the installation of four temporary traffic signals at the intersection of West 8th Avenue and Carey Avenue, close to Frontier Park. These signals are intended to manage traffic flow and enhance street safety during Cheyenne Frontier Days. Motorists should treat...
Artist Reception and Ribbon Cutting at Underground Art Gallery
The event takes place July 24 at 5:30 p.m. at the gallery, located in the downtown pedestrian underpass near the Park Hotel. The reception is open to the public and gives residents a chance to meet the artists behind the work hanging in the underpass. The gallery features more than...
College Launches Substation Technology Program
ROCK SPRINGS – Western Wyoming Community College announced the launch of another technical career program, this one focusing on electrical substations. The college launched its new substation technician program, which it says is designed to meet growing demands for professionals in the energy industry. The program aims to teach students with knowledge and hands-on experience to work in the substation technology industry. Enrollment in the program is open and the first classes are scheduled to start during the upcoming fall semester. Those interested in enrolling can visit Western’s website or contact the college’s admissions office to learn more about the enrollment process and its requirements.
Mustangs C team ready to host state tournament
As they prepared to host the Wyoming Class C American Legion Baseball Tournament in Cowley, the Lovell Mustangs C squad tuned up for the tournament by hosting a doubleheader Saturday against a talented traveling team from Billings, the UD Expos Navy 14U squad. The Mustangs fell to the Expos 11-0...
Elder brothers take top two spots at Byron Days Fun Run
About 40 runners headed toward the Sand Hills north of Byron, then returned to town Saturday morning for the annual Byron Days Fun Run. Organized by Brandon and Serena Hessenthaler, the event featured both a mile and a five-kilometer race. Runners were invited to run in attire representing their favorite decade.
Wildfire haze clouds skies on otherwise hot, sunny days in Gillette
GILLETTE, Wyo. — Haze from neighboring wildfires is making for a murky-looking morning in Gillette on what will become a hot summer day. The National Weather Service in Rapid City, South Dakota, has forecast a high of 92 with increasing clouds as a low chance for storms creeps into the forecast for this afternoon. Winds will come from the south at 6–8 mph, then turn to come from the northeast in the afternoon. Gusts could reach 17 mph.
Riverton's Big Summer Weekend Kicks Off Friday, Balloon Rally, Car & Bike Show
Tomorrow starts one of the biggest weekends in Riverton’s summer, save the county fair, when the 44th edition of the Riverton Rendezvous Hot Air Balloon Rally and Rocky Mountain Car and Bike Show kick off. Friday’s events include the balloon liftoff from the CWC at sunrise. This year there...
Sheridan College Innovation Center Almost Ready For Fall Semester 2024 Classes
Sheridan College is almost finished remodeling a building that will soon be used for its advanced manufacturing and advanced sciences division. Back in 2019, the Seven Pillars Foundation gifted the college a 25-thousand square foot building, located on the southeast corner of Heartland Drive and Solutions Way, which is on the other side of I-90 from the college campus.
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...
Buffalo Council Approves Temporary Fuel Dispensing Agreement
Buffalo’s City Council approved a “Limited Emergency Fuel Dispensing and Use Agreement” for emergency services vehicles to use fuel from the Joint Powers Board’s fueling facility, if needed, during upcoming major events happening in the region in August, that may trigger a shortage of available fuel in Buffalo and other areas in Northeast Wyoming.
Team Wyoming results from NHSFR Performance #6
Here are the results for Team Wyoming members at Wednesday morning’s Performance #6 of the National High School Finals Rodeo taking place at the Sweetwater Events Complex in Rock Springs. Also, Team Wyoming placings in the Go-Round standing after five performances. Barrel Racing. 1. Abagail Olson, Sheridan – 17.215...
Saratoga Days 2024 Used As Training Exercise For Emergency Management
Photo – Saratoga Days crowd – Courtesy Los Cheesies Instagram. County and town officials used Saratoga Days to prepare for an emergency. Two weeks ago, the town of Saratoga held its annual summertime celebration called Saratoga Days. The free festivities feature games and live music, drawing large crowds to the small town over the 4th of July.
Hanna Officials Decide On Closing Date For Rec Center
Photo – Hanna Recreation Center – Bigfoot99 file photo. In Hanna, maintenance issues have come up as town officials prepare to close its recreation center. The Hanna Recreation Center was constructed by the coal companies when mining was in full swing and thousands of people called Hanna home. After the coal mines closed, the rec center was gifted to the town.
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...
Casper’s Jarron Janzen Inks for Rodeo at Colorado Northwestern CC
Rodeo cowboy Jarron Janzen, who graduated early this year from Kelly Walsh High School, has signed up to compete in rodeo at Colorado Northwestern College. Janzen competed in saddle bronc riding on the high school rodeo circuit. He placed sixth during the 2023-24 season. Janzen won a round in saddle...
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...
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