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Black Butte Coal Company initiates a second round of layoffs in Rock Springs
More layoffs are coming to surface coal miners in Sweetwater County, just about eight months after the first round of layoffs. According to reporting from Sweetwater Now, 30 Black Butte Coal Company employees are likely being laid off. That’s almost a third of the company’s current 94 workers. Wyoming Public Media hasn’t been able to independently verify the total layoff numbers, as Black Butte didn’t respond by press time. However, Sweetwater Now reported they first heard word of the layoffs from anonymous sources last week.
The powerhouse steam-engine, nicknamed "Big Boy", makes a nostalgic trip across the west
The “Big Boy” is a massive oil engine train that was once used to carry heavy freight across the western terrain. It stopped running in 1961. Only 25 were ever built, and Union Pacific has revived “Big Boy” 4104 for a westbound tour. “Big Boy was...
UW journalism professor delves into why Wyoming now qualifies as a news desert
Wyoming is lucky to still havea newspaper in every county. But last year, the Casper Star Tribune stopped producing a daily newspaper, going to three a week. Now there are no more daily papers in the state, and that qualifies Wyoming as a news desert. “For example, Fremont County is...
Kan. man admits defrauding rancher in hay scam during drought
BILLINGS, Montana — A Kansas man accused of devising a scheme to steal from Montana and Wyoming ranchers who were trying to find hay to feed their livestock during a drought admitted to a fraud charge Thursday, U.S. Attorney Jesse Laslovich said. The defendant, Jory D. Parks, 43, of...
UW Announces WIP Creative Economy Start Up Challenge Winners
Ten creative startup efforts around Wyoming, ranging from film production and music to literary and visual arts, have been selected to receive $25,000 each in the inaugural Wyoming Innovation Partnership (WIP)-funded Creative Economy Start Up Challenge. University of Wyoming President Ed Seidel announced the winners of the competition Thursday at...
Worker fatalities increase in Wyoming for second year
JACKSON — Wyoming has been in the spotlight for years as a state that struggles to keep workers safe, and a recent report shows deaths are again on the rise. Workplace fatalities in Wyoming increased 25% in 2022, from 27 deaths in 2021 to 34 in 2022 — the most recent figures available — according to a report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. It was the second consecutive year the number of workplace deaths increased in the state. The national average has hovered around...
Wyoming State Fair Coming Up Quick
The Wyoming State Fair's opening night is August 13, featuring the Wyoming Ranch Rodeo Finals in the Grandstands in Douglas. Throughout the week fairgoers can enjoy a carnival put on by Midway Attractions. Other entertainment, free with admission, includes a Sea Lion Splash Show, Hypnotists, and live music from Wyoming...
Local residents condemn billionaire's attempts to bypass wildlife protection rules for new luxury development: 'A process of enabling deception and dishonesty'
A billionaire's request to expedite the construction of a luxury resort in Wyoming by lifting seasonal restrictions has failed after county officials voted 3-2 to deny the proposal. According to WyoFile, TD Ameritrade founder Joe Ricketts petitioned Sublette County commissioners in June to fast-track his high-end development on Upper Hoback...
Victim of Denver homicide was Casper native
CASPER, Wyo. — The victim of a July 10 homicide during an altercation outside a bar in Denver was a Casper native who maintained roots in the community, according to his sister. Todd Kidd, 49, died in the hospital two days after a shooting, according to Denver police. According...
PODCAST: Mia the Walmart Dog and Her Human, Billy
In our latest Report to Wyoming podcast episode I chat with Billy Welch, the owner (he would say dad) of Mia. If you shop at the West-side Walmart in Casper then chances are you already know Mia takes her job as a greeter and therapy dog very seriously. In this...
Saratoga Officials Approve To Hire New Emergency Dispatcher
After a previous job applicant got away, the Saratoga town council has voted to hire a new police dispatcher. The Saratoga Police Department, like law enforcement agencies around the country, is struggling to maintain a full-staffed emergency dispatch center. During the June 18th Saratoga town council meeting, Police Chief Mike...
Broken Turbine Blade Near Cheyenne
Do we have a sagging wind turbine blade near Cheyenne, Wyoming?. Several things could cause a break like this. The Facebook page Wywindhere is a group of concerned citizens in the area that keep an eye on local wind turbines and post the problems that they see. This photo was...
The Jackson Boys Race to Survive
KHOL · The Jackson Boys push their limits and break a rule on Race To Survive. Two Jacksonites are trying to survive — climbing, canoeing, killing their own food — on national television. Oliver Dev and Corry Jones are featured on the current season of Race to Survive: New Zealand. Race to Survive is a competition where contestants must rely on a combination of endurance racing, survival skills, and intuition as they navigate 150 miles of New Zealand’s harshest terrain. Contestants have to climb mountains, raft down rivers, rappel down cliffs, and in new this season, contestants were given no food. They had to forage, hunt, or earn every calorie. It’s like an adventure race on steroids. Nine teams of two compete for a grand prize of $500,000.
Don’t Miss the Fun and Ride Safe with WRTA Safe Ride This Weekend!
Fremont County is gearing up for a fun-filled weekend with the Riverton Rendezvous and Rocky Mountain Rebels Car and Bike Show in Riverton, and the Lander Pig Roast in Lander! To ensure everyone enjoys the festivities safely, the Wind River Transportation Authority (WRTA) is offering extended hours for their Safe Ride program.
Laramie County Circuit Court initial appearances (7/18/24)
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. Bryan Edward Dunn, 56 –...
Dubois Hosts Wild West Weekend: Rodeo, Brews, and Cowboy Culture
The spirit of the Wild West gallops into Dubois this July 26th and 27th. The Dubois Chamber of Commerce, along with chamber partners have wrangled up a weekend packed with events celebrating the region’s rich Western heritage. Friday Night Lights. The festivities kick off Friday evening with the classic...
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