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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...
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...
The Ethete Pee-Wee Rodeo is this Sunday
Head to the Ethete Rodeo Grounds for a day of pee-wee dummy roping, stick horse barrel racing and more!. Sunday, July 21st, starting at 10 am, competition starts in one of two age divisions for children under the age of 10. All skill levels are welcomed and encouraged to participate in Dummy Roping, Stick Horse Barrel Racing, Goat Undecorating, or a Boot Race.
Household Hazardous Waste FREE Drop Off Event July 20 in Riverton
The Fremont County Solid Waste Disposal District is hosting a free drop off event to dispose of household hazardous waste on July 20 at the Riverton Transfer Station, 329 North Smith Road. The hours for drop off will be from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Hazardous items accepted: Used Oil,...
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