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Cheyenne Frontier Days Unveils Plans For New American Indian Village
Cheyenne Frontier Days Officials unveiled plans for the new Morningstar American Indian Village on Friday. The new village is slated to open in 2026 near the CFD Old West Museum. Renee Middleton, Executive Director of the Cheyenne Frontier Days Foundation, told Townsquare Media the goal is to have the new facility open in time for Frontier Days 2026, which will be the Year of the Native American at CFD. Middleton said the new facility is made possible in large part by a grant from the Hughes Foundation. She added that Frontier Days officials will raise additional money for the village's educational component. Middleton said the total final cost of the village is "still up in the air right now. But I can tell you right now it's already over $10 million."
Hazy skies, chance of storms to continue this weekend
GILLETTE, Wyo.— While Campbell County has no air quality alerts in effect, smoke from Canadian wildfires will continue to move through the area this weekend, along with possible thunderstorms. Saturday temperatures will top out around 86 degrees in Gillette with mostly sunny skies. Air quality remains relatively clear with...
A first look at 305 Acres Willow Creek Ranch & Range
To visit any of these listings or feature your home on Listings of the Week, contact The McPeak Group – Call: 307.222.9898 or Email: mpg@jhsir.com. Located between Afton and Thayne, Willow Creek Ranch and Range is a 305-acre legacy property that provides a unique canvas to create your Wyoming dream. The property combines three 35 acre lots from the beautiful and private Willow Creek development with over 200 acres of open range in the Grover Dry Farm area.
Energy Conservation Works contracts Melissa Turley as Executive Director
JACKSON, Wyo. — The Energy Conservation Works (ECW) Joint Powers Board approved a contract with Melissa E. Turley, principal of m.e.t. solutions, for executive director services during a special meeting last week. Energy Conservation Works creates equitable access to energy conservation and renewable energy to improve and preserve the quality of life for all residents. It is a partnership between the Town of Jackson, Teton County and Lower Valley Energy, and collaborates with community organizations to develop and implement programs.
Opera Wyoming to perform ‘The Secret Garden’ at The Lyric
CASPER, Wyo. — Opera Wyoming will debut its upcoming production of “The Secret Garden” this month at The Lyric in Casper. According to a release from the company, “The Secret Garden” is based on the classic novel by Frances Hodgson Burnett with lyrics by Marsha Norman and will open on July 19 at The Lyric. The musical score was written by Lucy Simon. There will be seven performances, with the last on July 28.
Jentel Presents to showcase artists on July 30
The Jentel Artist Residency Program offers dedicated individuals a supportive environment in which to further their creative development. Jentel is an anagram of the founder’s name, Neltje. A lover of both Wyoming and art, Neltje’s experience while visiting Wyoming from her native New York in the 1960s, left her inspired and rejuvenated. It was this fire that Neltje wished to ignite in others which motivated her to create the Jentel Artist Residency.
Greybull wrestlers compete at national tournament
Two members of the Greybull-Riverside wrestling team competed with Team Wyoming at last weekend’s U.S. Marine Corps Junior & 16U National Tournament in Fargo, N.D. The tournament is billed as the largest in the world, with more than 7,000 competing. Gabby Dowling and Tawny Bertolini will be a senior...
SCLT August Explore History: Fort Mackenzie Historic District Tour
The Sheridan Community Land Trust has announced that its Explore History program for August will be a Fort Mackenzie Historic District Tour. First established as a military outpost and later transformed into a veterans hospital, Fort Mackenzie has served our community for more than 125 years. VA Historian Thomas Hatch will lead us on a tour of the history and architecture of the Fort Mackenzie Historic District.
Tech outage delays flights into, out of Jackson
JACKSON, Wyo. — A global tech outage has impacted travelers across the globe, including those attempting to come and go from the Jackson Hole Airport on Friday, July 19. “Due to third party technical issues, various airlines are impacted,” the Jackson Hole Airport said in a statement. “Please check with your carrier before leaving for JAC.”
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 ...
Family has rafted with DHWW for decades, will float again Saturday
JACKSON, Wyo. — The Knowlton family has been rafting the whitewater stretch of the Snake south of Jackson since 1982, and several decades of that has been with Dave Hansen Whitewater (DHWW). This summer, they will take to the water with DHWW again. Last year, the family had members...
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...
Town approves Presbyterian Church’s affordable townhomes for development
JACKSON, Wyo. — In spite of many residents voicing their opposition to the Presbyterian Church of Jackson Hole (PCJH) housing development located at 1201 South Park Loop Road during the regular Town Council meeting on Monday, July 15, Town Council members unanimously approved the 21-unit townhome development. Of the 21 units in total, 20 units will be designated as workforce deed-restricted.
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...
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....
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...
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