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The truth behind the US 'zone of death' where there are no laws
There’s a part of the United States that is essentially lawless and it’s nicknamed the “zone of death”, but how did it come about?While America is home to some strange rules, like the shocking Texas law that allowed a man to kill his wife’s lover under one condition, it may surprise people to know that there is a small part in one of the most populated countries in the world that is lawless.It might sound like something out of The Purge, but the 50 square miles “zone of death” is real and located in Yellowstone National Park, accessed by one...
Laramie County Sheriff Announces National Night Out Events
The Laramie County Sheriff's Office has announced several National Night Out events to be held around the county on August 6th. The local events are being held in conjunction with National Night Out events nationwide. According to a news release, the local event will allow folks to "meet people that...
'It would be a miracle': Cathedral pastor has little hope stolen relic will be found
SALT LAKE CITY (KUTV) — The pastor of Salt Lake City's Cathedral of the Madeleine said he now believes there's little chance a priceless stolen relic will ever be recovered. On January 10 in the early morning, Father Martin Diaz said a man walked into the empty cathedral and attempted to take off with the large, ornate brass reliquary within the building's sanctuary.
School District No. 1 to Approve Budget Wednesday
ROCK SPRINGS – The Sweetwater County School District No. 1 Board of Trustees will consider approving the 2024-2025 budget Wednesday during its monthly board meeting. According to meeting documents, the board will vote on a $92.3 million budget for the fiscal year. The funding available for the budget’s expenditures is $86.5 million, which creates a $5.8 million funding gap that will be filled with cash carryovers and creating a balanced budget. According to the budget documents, the district plans for an anticipated $94.7 million budget for the next fiscal year, which consists of $84.8 million in funding and a funding gap of $9.9 million being filled with cash carryovers.
Gillette City Council to consider appointing 2 new judges
GILLETTE, Wyo. — The Gillette City Council intends to consider appointing two part-time municipal court judges during its upcoming July 16 meeting, according to the City of Gillette. Per the meeting agenda, the council will consider employing Alison O. Gee and Christopher R. Ringer as part-time municipal court judges...
Laramie Police Department Announces Night Out Event
The Laramie Police Department will hold its National Night Out event on August 6 at Kiwanis Park. That's according to a post on the agency's Facebook page. According to the post, the night will begin with the Laramie Soup Kitchen providing dinner for the guests from 5:30 until 7 p.m. After dinner, ice cream will be served along with a showing of the movie Zootpia.
Laramie County Circuit Court initial appearances (7/16/24)
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Provided below are the defendants and charges from appearances in Laramie County Circuit Court. All persons cited are presumed innocent until convicted or pleading guilty. Official charges are subject to change by the Laramie County District Attorney’s Office. Initial Appearances. Malissa Bernadette Bohl, 38 –...
UW Planetarium Reopens After Technical Issues Resolved
After the University of Wyoming Harry C. Vaughan Planetarium closed for three weeks due to technical issues, the venue has reopened and will pick up its July schedule. Additionally, the planetarium will have a limited run of programs in early August before it closes for previously planned renovations. “We are...
Cheyenne’s champion: Old West Museum to host special screening of documentary honoring Lane Frost
CHEYENNE – Thirty-five years after his tragic death during a rodeo in Cheyenne, Lane Frost is still making an impact and touching lives in western culture through people he knew and inspired. The Cheyenne Frontier Days Old West Museum is partnering with the Orthopaedic & Spine Center of the Rockies to put on a special screening of “LANE: Life | Legend | Legacy” at the Cheyenne Civic Center on ...
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