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Family-Friendly ‘Summer Hits at Hat Six’ Event Happening This Saturday in Evansville
If you are looking to enjoy some good live music, great food and outdoor family fun, you do not want to miss "Summer Hits at Hat Six" this weekend. The official Hat Six Travel Center Facebook page made the announcement with a graphic and a message that read:. OUR 3RD...
Mother of victim in fatal Oxford Drive shooting speaks out about DA’s decision not to prosecute
CHEYENNE — Last month, Laramie County District Attorney Sylvia Hackl confirmed that her office will not be prosecuting the man who shot and killed 38-year-old Derrick Montoya. At his mother’s apartment on Oxford Drive, Derrick was shot multiple times and died within a minute of suffering his injuries on March 30, according to his death certificate, which is dated June 7. The document was ...
Climb Wyoming to offer free Certified Medical Assistant Training for Gillette single moms
GILLETTE, Wyo. — Climb Wyoming will host an info meeting on Thursday, Aug. 1, 2024, at 6 p.m. for single moms to learn about free Certified Medical Assistant training starting soon. The meeting will take place at Climb’s Gillette office, located at 405 W. Boxelder Road, #B4. Climb’s...
35th Anniversary of Lane Frost's Death at CFD Honored
CHEYENNE, WY., July 18, 2024 — It’s been 35 years since then 25-year-old bull rider Lane Frost was killed in the Cheyenne Frontier Days rodeo arena. The Cheyenne Frontier Days Old West Museum is honoring the anniversary with a special Lane Frost exhibit and a screening of LANE: Life | Legend | Legacy.
‘Special to all of us’: Volunteers sworn in as Cheyenne’s newest CASA advocates
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Being a community volunteer feels almost like an obligation to Brian Harkavy. As a former lawyer, he has extra time on his hands. He worked with children and families when studying at Harvard Law School in the 1990s, so when he decided to volunteer with CASA of Laramie County, the organization’s mission and purpose were familiar to him.
Laramie Announces Pilot Project for Sidewalk Improvement To Enhance Safety And ADA Compliance
The City of Laramie is pleased to announce a new initiative aimed at improving sidewalk safety and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in the downtown area. In collaboration with specialized contractor Precision Concrete Cutting (PCC), the City will conduct concrete sidewalk cutting to reduce trip hazards and ensure downtown walkways meet ADA standards.
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...
Cross-country cyclist pauses in Lovell en route to Washington
The energy flows from Suzie Williamson like a rushing mountain stream. But even an energetic veteran bicyclist riding from coast to coast needs a break every now and then. That most recent break in the retired special education teacher and U.S. Army veteran’s cross-country trek occurred in Lovell Thursday as she stopped to rest and recuperate.
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.
Cody LDS temple opponents continue to wait for records from city
CODY — The city of Cody is more than four months late in fulfilling a request for public records submitted by Preserve Our Cody Neighbors on February 29. Citing that delay, POCN filed a complaint in Park County District Court on June 29 asking the judge to order the city to produce the requested communications dealing with the proposed LDS temple.
Trio of Incoming Cowboy Wrestlers Show Well at Junior Nationals
FARGO, North Dakota (7/17/24) – The University of Wyoming wrestling team had plenty of representation at the 2024 U.S. Junior Nationals. Three incoming Cowboys showed well in the Men’s Freestyle competition inside the Fargodome. Tyson Charmoli (144) led the way with an All-American performance that consisted of an...
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...
Here Are Great Areas To Access The North Platte River
Construction projects on I-25 are now affecting people who are out recreating on the North Platte River in Casper. WYDot and the Wyoming Game and Fish Department have issued a warning to the public to be careful and avoid the I-25 bridge area. Crews have begun demolishing the southbound bridge to prepare for construction of a new bridge over the next few months.
Chamber, DSA to Celebrate Reopening of Main Street at Third Thursday Event
The Sheridan County Chamber of Commerce and the Downtown Sheridan Association will celebrate the reopening of Main Street today with a Chamber Ambassador’s ribbon cutting and an expanded Third Thursday festival. According to information from the Chamber, the celebration signals the completion of the Sheridan Main Street Resurfacing and Utility Upgrade Project that began in April 2023.
Kyle True issues video of 2nd town hall meeting about gravel pit
CASPER, Wyo. — Kyle True, CEO of Prism Logistics, issued the video of his town hall event last Thursday. True and his company have requested a limited mining operation for 15 acres on state school land near Coates Road west of Casper. At the second town hall he conducted...
Dandies carry the mental and physical weight of CFD with grace
CHEYENNE — In the Year of the Cowgirl, nothing sets the tone for Cheyenne Frontier Days like the Dandies, the goodwill ambassadors for the “Daddy of ‘em All.” “These young women represent rodeo, Cheyenne Frontier Days and the western way of life,” current Dandies Director Halley Redman said. While the Dandies do attend several events throughout the year to represent CFD, their big moment during the rodeo is performing with...
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...
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