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Senator Barrasso Calls New EPA Rules “Outrageous,” Delivers Grim Fallout Forecast
Today, the EPA announced a list of rules that will have big ramifications for coal-fired and natural gas-fired power plants nationwide. These rules align with President Joe Biden's ambitious pledge to end carbon pollution from the electricity industry in the next 26 years. U.S. Senator John Barrasso says the rules...
Hilarious ‘Common Sense’ Message from the National Park Service Is Going Viral
As the temperatures begin to warm up, it means tourist season is coming sooner than you might expect. With that, comes the yearly amount tourons that thinks it's okay to film themselves with our wildlife. While the average Wyomingite knows better, every single year there are multiple tourists that risk...
Denver International Airport Making Drastic Changes To Security
Many people have a love-hate relationship with Denver International Airport. Sure, they’re making some good additions. There’s plenty of plans to help improve the airport for the future, like adding better and innovative infrastructure. Soon enough, the bathrooms and carpeting will be getting some much needed upgrades. There’s...
Wyoming Health Department Warns of Hantavirus Dangers During Spring Cleans
The Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) warns a serious infection spread by mice known as hantavirus, remains a public health threat. Courtney Tillman, a WDH epidemiologist, says, “Though Wyoming doesn't see many hantavirus cases, it certainly can be a serious illness. About 40 percent of infections will lead to death.”
Atta Girl! Central Wyoming Aussie Competing in Westminster Dog Show
An Australian Shephard from Central Wyoming is soon competing in the Westminster Dog Show. Owner Shelby Shank says her pooch Sansa (named after the Game of Thrones character) is a "sassy little creature who has everyone around her right where she wants them." A girl after our own hearts, she...
Wyoming Threatens Lawsuit Over EPA Rule to Shut Down Powerplants
Wyoming's Gov. Mark Gordon threatened litigation over the federal government’s new rules for coal and natural gas power plants. “We are prepared to apply our litigation strategy to the oncoming wave of federal regulatory actions that threaten Wyoming,” Gordon said. Wyoming will probably join a list of states...
Tourist Regrets Rolling Down Window To Take Selfie With Bear
We begin our story in Scottland before circling back to Wyoming. A Scottish tourist is thankful to be alive after a close encounter with a wild bear sent her to the emergency room. “What happened was the bear came up to the window at my friend’s side, and no problem....
Hail, 60 MPH Winds, Isolated Tornado Possible In SE Wyoming Today
The Cheyenne Office of the National Weather Service says areas of southeast Wyoming and the Nebraska Panhandle could see hail, heavy rain, strong winds, and even an isolated tornado this afternoon and evening. The agency posted the following on its website:. Mild temperatures will give way to scattered to numerous...
10 Awesome Wyoming Motorcycle Rides You Need To Take
Before you know it, the cold will be behind us, and you'll be gearing up for a big motorcycle ride. Wyoming has so many options for fantastic rides that the most challenging part will be to figure out which one you want to take. How can you decide which route...
What To Do If You Run Into a Mountain Lion in Wyoming Wilderness?
Hiking season returns to Wyoming. While enjoying the great outdoors, hikers everywhere must take precautions against dangerous wildlife encounters. In Wyoming, that includes run-ins with mountain lions (otherwise known as cougars.) Why Would a Mountain Lion Confront a Human?. Mountain Lions are solitary, shy creatures by nature. They don't typically...
PhotoFest! Basin Nation/Gillette Track Meet
The Basin Nation Track Meet was held on Tuesday at Thunder Basin High School in Gillette with some athletes still looking to pre-qualify for next month's State Meet in Casper. In the girls' team standings, Sheridan finished 1st with 184 points, Kelly Walsh 2nd with 166, Thunder Basin 3rd with 162, Wheatland placed 4th with 63, and Campbell County 5th with 60. On the boys' side, Sheridan took top honors with 219 points with Thunder Basin taking 2nd with 156, Kelly Walsh 3rd with 151 followed by Campbell County and Wheatland with 66.5 and 43.5 respectively.
Yellowstone Visitors Be Warned: Do Not Venture into Bear Capture Areas
As part of ongoing grizzly bear and black bear research and management efforts and as required under the Endangered Species Act to monitor the population in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, the U.S. Geological Survey, in conjunction with the National Park Service, is working to inform the public that grizzly and black bear capture operations are once again about to begin within Yellowstone National Park.
Cowboys Look Internally For Latest Cornerback Prospect
LARAMIE -- "They switched me." Caleb Merritt made that statement after it was revealed Tuesday he was making the move from wide receiver to cornerback. More importantly, the sophomore said it with a smile. "It should be good," the 5-foot-11, 187-pound St. Louis product said. "They have me doing both...
Wyoming Girl Gets Big Fine For Selling Cookies
Selling Girl Scout cookies is a right of passage for many young girls across the US. For some, it's their first about showing off their business skills. They sell the cookies to earn badges and advance through the Girl Scout ranks. Some girls face many roadblocks. Maybe they're in a...
The Murder That Changed Wyoming History
The men in the picture above are murderers. The two videos below explain the story. In the early days of Wyoming, there were turf wars of all sorts. Many of those disputes ended in a bloody conflict. One of the deepest divides was between cattlemen and sheepherders. Both were important...
Get Your Yellowstone Bingo Card For Tourist Season
Tourist season will soon be upon us. That means it's time to play every Wyomingite's favorite game:. This game makes for great family fun and also drinking games for you and your buddies down at the local saloon. Just keep an eye, and ear, to your local news and start...
The 2nd Annual ‘Wyoming Pop Culture Con’ Is This Weekend in Casper
The Wyoming Pop Culture Con is back for year number two. This year it will be held at the Eastridge Mall in the former Macy's location. WHEN: Friday, April 26th, 2024 through Sunday, April 28th, 2024. WHERE: Eastridge Mall (inside the former Macy's location) - 601 SE Wyoming Blvd, Casper,...
Cheyenne Man Gets 14-20 Years in Child Sex Abuse Case
A 23-year-old Cheyenne man who pleaded guilty in December to two counts of third-degree sexual abuse of a minor will spend the next 14 to 20 years in prison. Laramie County District Court Judge Steven Sharpe on Monday, April 22, sentenced Andrew Jacob Coles to two consecutive seven- to 10-year sentences.
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