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Wind River Job Corps Graduated 56 Students
Local officials, business leaders, Job Corps staff and family members joined 56 students graduating from Wind River Job Corps on Friday, August 23rd to celebrate National Job Corps Commencement Day. The graduating class decided on “Anything for a Dollar” as their Class Motto, their flower was the Lotus, and their Class Song was “I Want It That Way” by the Backstreet Boys.
C17 Crime Clips for Wednesday, Aug. 28
GILLETTE, Wyo. — Here is a summary of notable crimes in and around Gillette yesterday, Aug. 27, obtained through law enforcement reports compiled by the Gillette Police Department and the Campbell County Sheriff’s Office. Property destruction, Aug. 27, Tepee Street, GPD. A 13-year-old boy was cited for property...
Councilmembers debate liquor license transfer for future Cheyenne derby club
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — A future gaming facility in Cheyenne has secured a retail liquor license for itself. However, that wasn’t before several city councilmembers contested the transaction. In a 6–3 vote, the Cheyenne City Council approved an application for a liquor license transfer between D.T.’s Liquor Mart &...
Cheyenne Kennel Club to host annual dog show
CHEYENNE, Wyo. (Wyoming News Now) - The Cheyenne Kennel club will be hosting their annual all breed dog show through the Labor Day weekend. While entries to enter the dog show have closed, folks can stop by to watch the shows, meet different dog breeds and learn about well bred dogs.
NCSD trustees celebrate Teacher of the Year, Bus Rodeo champ, retired chalkboards
CASPER, Wyo. — Monday was the first day of school, and the Natrona County School District Board of Trustees celebrated some of the things that have taken place since last spring’s graduation. Among them were the formal recognition of the district’s Teacher of the Year as well as the retirement of some archaic classroom technology at Midwest School.
Eagle Spirit Dancers, Singers final performance happening Aug. 28
(Lander, WY) – The Fremont County Pioneer Association just announced that it has rescheduled the August 14 dance for tomorrow evening, August 28, at 7 p.m. The performance will be at the Lander Pioneer Museum. This is the final performance of the year.
City advisory council receives 2 new members, 2 reappointments
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — One of Cheyenne’s volunteer boards now has two new members, while two members have been reappointed. On Monday night, the Cheyenne City Council approved the applications of Alane West and Brandon Gilchrest to join the Housing & Community Development Advisory Council. Community members Joseph Bainbridge and Justin Huntley, already members of the board, will continue their work with the nine-person council.
City receives $450K in environmental grants, pays additional $216K for Belvoir Ranch trail services
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Cheyenne city staff members now have more resources to utilize toward environmental and safety endeavors. The Cheyenne City Council approved a slew of grants, project contracts and a new labor agreement at its regular meeting Monday night. Among those accepted was a $250,000 award from the U.S. Endowment for Forestry and Communities to protect water quality and combat wildfire threats. The city also received $200,000 from the Department of Transportation Safe Streets for All program to develop a Comprehensive Safety Action Plan. As part of the grant agreement, the city chipped in a $50,000 match using local optional tax funds.
Sheridan Media Announces Kevin Koile as Sports Director
Sheridan Media’s General Manager, Bob Grammens, has announced the appointment of Kevin Koile as Sports Director, succeeding Trevor Jackson who passed away suddenly in November 2023. Koile brings over two decades of experience to the role, with a distinguished, award-winning career. His significant contributions to various media outlets include...
Mustangs: Soccer plays tomorrow, volleyball in Gillette on Friday
The Western Wyoming soccer team will look to secure its first of the season tomorrow when it plays at Colorado Northwest Community College in Rangley, Colorado. The Mustangs currently sport a 0-2-1 record after playing three matches in three days last week. The Spartans are 2-0 in the early season, with both wins coming last week.
School Board Elections Offer Many Choices in November
SWEETWATER COUNTY – November’s ballots will be filled with candidates seeking positions on school boards in both Rock Springs and Green River. According to information released by the Sweetwater County Clerk’s Office, there are nine candidates that have filed for three, four-year Rock Springs positions on the Sweetwater County School District No. 1 Board of Trustees. Incumbents Carol Jelaco, Stephanie Thompson, and Cole Wright face challenges to their reelection bids from Clay Jarvie, Shari Moran, Dr. Chad Franks, Dana Eddy, Jennifer Clerkin and Cole Seppie. Two candidates for the single Farson position on the board are Wayne Stotts and Matthew Gardner. The district’s newest board member, Josh Sorensen, is running unopposed for an unexpired two-year term.
Score! Win 2 Cowboys Football Season Tickets
Are you ready to cheer on the Wyoming Cowboys from the stadium all season long? This football season, we’re giving you the chance to win not one, but TWO season tickets to see the Cowboys in action at every home game!. To get in on this UW Cowboys gridiron...
Local Food Bank Asks For Assistance
Photo – St. Vincent De Paul logo – Courtesy St. Joseph’s. The Rawlins food bank needs help of its own so it can continue its mission feeding people in need. Established in 1982, Saint Vincent de Paul in Rawlins distributes hundreds of food baskets to Carbon County residents every month.
Gov. Brad Little talks key Idaho issues during recent Pocatello visit
POCATELLO — Organizational heads, business moguls, city representatives and leaders of the community gathered at Idaho State University’s Idaho Central Credit Union Bengal Alumni Center early Tuesday morning to listen to keynote speaker Gov. Brad Little as he discussed a variety of issues pertinent to Idaho. Standing before an audience that included ISU President Robert Wagner and Pocatello Mayor Brian Blad, Little first addressed concerns surrounding water rights and Idaho’s aquifer. ...
Pocatello oral surgeon named as new Idaho State Dental Association trustee
BOISE — The Idaho State Dental Association announced Dr. Jeffrey DaBell of Pocatello as one of the organization’s new trustees representing the Southeast Idaho Dental Society. Dr. DaBell began his term July 1 and will serve through June 2026. The ISDA represents over 900 Idaho dentists, comprising 70% of the state’s dental professionals.
Walrus & Carpenter Books receives over 1,500 Idaho history books
The longstanding downtown Pocatello establishment Walrus & Carpenter Books is set to receive over 1,500 Idaho history books. The collection was donated by Mike Gibson, who had been gathering Idaho history books for years and even managed to purchase a few from Walrus & Carpenter owner Will Peterson during chance visits to Pocatello. “About a month ago, I got this call from him and he said that he was having...
FOOD, FRIENDS AND FUN: Eastern Idaho State Fair begins Friday
BLACKFOOT — Residents of Eastern Idaho and beyond will soon be able to bask under the neon glow of brightly colored carnival rides, indulge in kooky cuisine and share in raucous fun with their friends as the Eastern Idaho State Fair kicks off on Friday. Last year’s fair saw attendance reach 250,000 visitors over the nine days, further cementing the annual affair as one of the premier events in Idaho. ...
Powell calls for September interest rate cut
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell supports an interest rate cut during next month’s Federal Open Market Committee meeting. Speaking late last week during the Jackson Hole Economic Policy Symposium in Wyoming, Powell did not commit to the FOMC reducing interest rates during the Sept. 17-18 meeting. “The time has come for policy to adjust,” he said. “The direction of travel is clear, and the timing and pace of rate cuts will depend on incoming data, the evolving outlook and the balance of risks. We will do everything we can to support a strong labor market as we make further progress toward price stability.”
2024 Central Wyoming College Soccer season kicked off Aug. 22
(Riverton, WY) – The 2024 Central Wyoming College Soccer season kicked off on Thursday, August 22, with the Rustler teams hosting the College of Southern Idaho at Jackson High School in Jackson, WY. The 80-degree weather and remarkably radiant sunshine were perfect in setting the stage for the Rustler...
Wyoming Ranchers Help Each Other Through Facebook
Most ranchers across Wyoming know each other. In some cases, their families have known each other for generations. So when the world goes wrong they come together to offer help to those neighbors and friends in need. The recent wildfires on Wyoming's prairies have inspired a Facebook page called Wyoming...
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