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Hot Notes – Cool Nites Concerts in the Park in Riverton July 22 and Lander July 29
Central Wyoming College will be presenting a Hot Notes | Cool Nites Concert in the. Riverton City Park on Monday, July 22 at 7 p.m. and in the Lander City Park on Monday,. On July 22, The Rob Weimann Trio, comprised of Joe Lefevre, Sean Francis and Rob. Weimann will...
University of Wyoming Cowgirls Shine in Summer Golf Tournaments with Victories and Impressive Performances
Cowgirl golfers at the University of Wyoming have been actively participating in summer tournaments to enhance their skills, with notable successes in various events. Four Cowgirls reached the final four at the Wyoming State Matchplay. Kyla Wilde emerged victorious in the event, defeating former Cowgirl Morgan Ryan. Sophie Spiva and...
Black Butte Coal Company Initiates More Layoffs, Workforce Services Plans Response Event
ROCK SPRINGS – The beleaguered Black Butte Coal Company has initiated a second round of layoffs at the mine. Multiple sources speaking to SweetwaterNOW on a condition of anonymity said the layoffs impacted 30 employees, with tips being sent to SweetwaterNOW as early as last week. However, SweetwaterNOW was unable to confirm that number or when those layoffs would occur with Black Butte Coal Company as attempts to contact Mine Manager Steve Gili were not returned as of publication. SweetwaterNOW will provide further information in a future post when it’s available.
Pete Laybourn seeks election for fourth and final term on city council
CHEYENNE — Cheyenne City Council member Pete Laybourn is seeking reelection to his seat representing Ward 1. If elected, this will be his fourth and final term, he said. Election 2024 Logo “I think that experience does matter, and I hope that the citizens of Ward 1 will approve of what I’ve done, and I’m going to do more of it,” he said. “But I am definitely not a ‘yes’ vote until I’ve studied ...
Spuds blank Gem City Bison 6–0
CASPER, Wyo. — The Casper Spuds tightened their control of the league standings on Thursday with a shutout 6–0 victory over the Gem City Bison. The win moves Casper to a 36–6 record on the season. Half of Casper’s runs came in the second inning. Scoring got...
Chamber, DSA celebrate reopening of Main Street
The Sheridan County Chamber of Commerce and the Downtown Sheridan Association celebrated the reopening of Sheridan’s Main Street with a special ceremony and Ambassadors’ ribbon cutting on Thursday, July 18, 2024, at the intersection of South Main Street and Works Street. The celebration signals the completion of the...
Fremont County Fair Horse Show Continues Saturday, July 20
The Fremont County Fair Horse Show began Friday as young riders showcased their skills during the first day of the Horse Show. This year’s show is held in memory of Laurie Gardner and her lifelong dedication to horses and horsemanship. Friday includes competition in Youth Showmanship and Halter classes....
Attempt on former President’s life stirs pain from America’s past in Cheyenne
The nation is reeling in the wake of the assassination attempt on former President Donald J. Trump. In the aftermath, Wyoming Public Radio reporters hit the Cheyenne streets to find out what citizens are thinking and feeling. Some, like retired food service worker Patricia Pearson, recalled the day that John...
Several Cowboys named to preseason All-Conference teams
LARAMIE, Wyo. — The University of Wyoming Cowboy football season is right around the corner, and a pair of national publications’ preseason All-Mountain West squads feature numerous Cowboys. The teams set by Athlon Sports and Phil Steele feature 15 different Cowboys. Athlon Sports released its team, and 15...
Top Rodeo Champions Shine in Colorado and Wyoming Circuit
The Mountain States Circuit hosts top cowboys and cowgirls in rodeos throughout July and early August, with Colorado and Wyoming being the prime locations for these events. R.C. Landingham scored 88 points in bareback riding and earned $6,557 in Sheridan, Wyo. Kodi Jang won the steer wrestling event in Sheridan...
Powell club spreads love of ‘sweet science’
The organizers of a youth boxing club that sprung up in Powell late last year have begun sharing their passion for the sweet science with other communities in the Big Horn Basin, including Greybull which was the site of a two-day youth camp last week. The Greybull Recreation District offered...
Sixth Annual Murder at the Mansion
During an appearance on Sheridan Media’s Public Pulse, Wyoming State Historic Site Superintendent Shaire Shada told listeners the theme of this year’s Murder at the Mansion will return the visitors to the 1920s. Guests are encouraged to dress as and act the part of the individual character they...
Town Council appoints Special Municipal Officers for animal shelter, patrol
JACKSON, Wyo. — Mayor Hailey Morton Levinson appointed the town’s municipal officers during the regular Town Council meeting on Monday, July 15. These special officers will issue citations for parking violations and will help with the care of shelter animals, among other duties. Bea Simms, Olivia Oliver, Elise...
JHHS tennis courts to be resurfaced next week
JACKSON, Wyo. — After postponing on July 8, Teton County/Jackson Parks & Recreation (TCJPR) and the Teton County School District have scheduled the resurfacing and striping of the high school tennis courts to start on Monday, July 22, weather dependent. According to Teton County, the work will take approximately...
Despite Recent Gains, Wyoming Farmland Values Show Signs of Slowing
Farmland values in Wyoming have made modest gains over the past six months according to the latest Benchmark Farm Value Trends Report issued by Farm Credit Services of America (FCSAmerica) and Frontier Farm Credit. Values for Wyoming farmland have shown an average increase of 2.7% in the past six months and 5.1% in the past 12 months.
Wyo. Coaches Association South Volleyball Preview
The South Volleyball team competing in the Wyoming Coaches Association on Saturday in Casper has plenty of height and plenty of ability. There's a host of All-State players on the roster and Brooke Hansen of Burns is a two-time pick. There's also a good set of setters so this group has the talent to win on Saturday.
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