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Family of Late WyoTech Graduate, Jared T. F. Alery, Donates $200,000 in Scholarships to LoveTrades Foundation
The Family of Jared TF Alery, a passionate, successful, CAT Marine Diesel Technician, leaves a legacy for trade-going students at WyoTech to take on a rewarding career like Jared. LARAMIE, WY / ACCESSWIRE / July 11, 2024 / After choosing to forego the traditional college experience to attend WyoTech in...
LifeLight Hills Alive sets up for a weekend of faith and music in Rapid City
RAPID CITY, S.D. - LifeLight Hills Alive is getting ready for the weekend. To ensure everything is set up, a dedicated group of volunteers is working both on Thursday and Friday at Memorial Park in Rapid City. From preparing stages to putting up vendor tents, the team of volunteers is right on track, according to event organizers.
Where’s western Wyoming’s smokey skies coming from?
Smokey skies are blanketing much of western Wyoming, and it’s unlikely to let up. Starting about a week ago, western Wyoming's skies have been smokey. Local meteorologist Alan Smith said it’s mostly from wildfires in Oregon and Idaho. The largest Oregon fire is the Cow Valley fire in the eastern part of the state at 133,408 acres and 20 percent contained. One of the larger Idaho fires is the Bench Lake Incident fire that’s northeast of Boise and has burned 1,850 acres and is three percent contained.
Wyo. Coaches Association North Boys Basketball Preview
The North boy's basketball team has a couple of players from 3A schools that will be a huge factor for them. Eli Patterson from Buffalo is a 4 time All-State Selection and Gunnar Erickson of Powell made All-State this year as the Panthers won the 3A State Championship. Both of these guys averaged 14 points a game this past season so they will be tough to stop.
Wyoming State Fair Coming Up Quick
The Wyoming State Fair's opening night is August 13, featuring the Wyoming Ranch Rodeo Finals in the Grandstands in Douglas. Throughout the week fairgoers can enjoy a carnival put on by Midway Attractions. Other entertainment, free with admission, includes a Sea Lion Splash Show, Hypnotists, and live music from Wyoming...
Wyoming Firearms & Outdoor Recreation Expo at David Street Station
The Wyoming Firearms and Outdoor Recreation Expo at David Street Station is happening in Casper on Saturday, July 20 from 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Admission is free to the public. The event will feature exhibitor booths by Wyoming's top industry leaders. There will be live-entertainers, family-friendly games, and food trucks.
Here’s Your Chance to Win a Restored 1979 F-250 in Central Wyoming
The Boys & Girls Club of Central Wyoming is celebrating 55 years of providing services to the youth of Central Wyoming by holding a special drawing for a pristinely restored 1979 Ford Truck. This Ford F-250 Ranger features a robust 460 engine, making it a blend of vintage appeal and...
Unveiling The Latest Financial Distress Ranking: Where Does Wyoming Stand?
The economy has not been kind to most Americans, especially for the better part of the last four years, but there has been some good news, specifically for Wyomingites. A new study conducted by personal finance website, WalletHub, listed the "States with the Most People in Financial Distress" and the Cowboy State was near the bottom of the list, which in this case, is exactly where we want to be.
Frequent periods of smoke expected from wildfires burning in the Northwest
JACKSON, Wyo. – Smoke has arrived in Jackson Hole from wildfires in Oregon, Idaho and Montana, where prevailing winds will be blowing from over the next week. Off-and-on periods of smoke are likely for the foreseeable future, with limited rain potential from isolated thunderstorms. Fire and Smoke Updates. Hot...
Inflation squeezes Wyoming residents as BBQ costs hit record highs
CODY – As the summer sun blazes, so does the financial strain on Wyoming residents. This year, the cost of hosting a traditional backyard barbecue reached unprecedented levels, reflecting broader economic challenges faced by consumers nationwide. According to Rabobank’s 2024 BBQ Index, the cost of hosting a 10-person barbecue has surged to $99, marking the highest on record. This represents a significant increase from previous years, driven by rising prices of essential items such as ground beef, chicken and beer. ...
Stoeser Receives Dance Coach of the Year at Annual Awards Banquet
Amanda Stoeser would be awarded 2023 Dance Coach Of the Year at the 53rd Annual South Dakota High School Coaches Association Awards Banquet on Sunday July 14th in Mitchell. Stoeser has been coaching the Riggs Competitive Dance Team since 2018 and serves at the President of the South Dakota Dance Coaches Association. Stoeser was one of the 19 head coaches to receive the award in their specific sport. Overall there were 30 awards handed out from the state including the Hall of Fame dinner on July 14. Six members were inducted into the Hall of Fame with Charlie Sizer from Miller being a local name with the Class of 2024 Hall of Fame.
Volkswagen Bug Breaks Down So Alleged Drug Dealer Can't Finish Meth Run
A Wyoming drug dealer couldn’t finish his methamphetamine run from Colorado last month because his purple Volkswagen bug slowed to a crawl and spewed black smoke when he reached Chugwater, Wyo., court documents allege. Wade Earl Schear, 41 of Gillette, faces one felony charge of possessing methamphetamine with the...
Gillette City Council approves appointments for 2 Municipal Court judges
GILLETTE, Wyo. — On Tuesday, the Gillette City Council approved the appointment of two part-time municipal court judges. Following a July 16 decision by the council, Alison O. Gee and Christopher R. Ringer now have the authority to preside over Municipal Court, having been sworn into office by Campbell County District Court Judge Paul Phillips.
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