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Damaging Winds, Large Hail Possible In Cheyenne, Laramie
The Cheyenne Office of the National Weather Service is warning about the possibility of large hail and damaging winds and large hail in southeast Wyoming this afternoon and evening. The agency posted the following on its website: Severe thunderstorms are possible this afternoon, especially from east-central Wyoming across in the...
Missouri motorcyclist dies in crash in Park County
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — A 44-year-old motorcyclist from Missouri died Sunday morning after crashing on WY 120 near Meeteetse. The crash occurred Aug. 25 at 9:35 a.m. at milepost 48.5 on WY 120, about 15 miles from Meeteetse in Park County. According to the Wyoming Highway Patrol, the motorcyclist, identified as Willard Sandefer, was riding with two other motorcyclists just ahead of him.
Hell on Wheels holds its fifth Rodeo
CHEYENNE, Wyo. (Wyoming News Now) - Hell on Wheels is coming up on its fifth rodeo of the season this Friday. This rodeo and chuckwagon dinner series is celebrating its Military Appreciation night, but this event promises that folks will get the full-on experience. “We really like it because it...
Commissioners to hold special meeting on Aug. 27
(Lander, WY) – There’s a special meeting of the Fremont County Commissioners happening on Tuesday, August 27, 2024, starting bright and early at 9:00 A.M. Whether you’re local or tuning in from afar, here’s what you need to know:. Where?. Fremont County Courthouse. County Commissioners’ Chambers...
Casper Rescue Mission Kicks Off Brown Bag Challenge
The Casper Rescue Mission has kicked off their annual Brown Bag Challenge. As school goes back into session, parents will be packing lunches for their kids, or sending them with money for a hot lunch. The Mission is encouraging adults in the community to pack their own lunch(es) for a...
Casper Police Department seeks victim services volunteers
CASPER, Wyo. — The Casper Police Department is looking for people who want to volunteer in the department’s Victim Service Unit, according to a press release. The unit assists community members in crisis. Police rely on volunteers to help console victims and get them the services they need.
Five Large Fires Burn in Wyoming with Many Smaller Fires Not Contained
There are five large wildfires in Wyoming, with many smaller fires still not 100% contained. This amounts to about 270,000 acres burning. Approximate amount burned: 185,000 acres, 30,000 in Wyoming. Governor Gordon made the following statement:. "I have marshaled all available resources to fight fires this summer, including the five...
Montana Ranchers Burned Out: Where’s the Big Talk Now?
Where are our guys? Has anyone heard from Tester or Raines yet on help for the ranchers who have been burned out by the fires? There are 56 huge fires now burning in Montana, Idaho, and Wyoming. Most of ours are related to the fierce lightning that moved through last Wednesday. I saw some of the most gut-wrenching photos this morning of a family's cows that couldn't get out of the way in time. It broke my heart to see this cruelty that Mother Nature delivered to them. I love all my animals, much like most ranchers, and I don't know if I could handle it either. Cows and their calves lying there next to each other where they died an awful death. I wish there was more we could do.
Update On Campbell County Wildfires: Efforts, Progress, And Ongoing Threats
Suppression efforts continue on both of the large fires in Campbell County. Strong winds are playing a major factor in the attempt to contain each of them. Fire behavior has been very active. Structures are threatened by each fire. Fortunately, no injuries have been reported. Resources have been arriving throughout...
Gillette falls in region for today’s potentially damaging winds, lightning
GILLETTE, Wyo. — Gillette could see a potentially stormy day on this cool Monday. From a 6 a.m. temperature of 54 degrees, Gillette should see the high reach 75 under cloudy skies. Those clouds could be home to a thunderstorm or two, with some storms this afternoon reaching the severe level, according to the National Weather Service in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Possible thunderstorms Monday, elevated fire conditions this week in Casper area
CASPER, Wyo. — Central Wyoming’s risk of wildfires will remain throughout much of this week after periods of scattered showers and thunderstorms. According to the National Weather Service in Riverton, Monday could see periods of scattered showers and thunderstorms in the Casper area. Wind gusts of up to 30 mph are possible, with a high temperature of 76 degrees expected.
The Lander Biz Show: Explore the Lander Senior Center with Jane Nolde
The Lander Biz Show is presented by Fremont Toyota Lander, whom we thank for helping us bring these inspiring stories to light. In this lively episode of The Lander Biz Show, we sit down with the ever-charming Jane Nolde from the Lander Senior Center. Jane brings her vibrant personality to the mic, sharing stories and insights about the incredible services offered at the Senior Center. But it’s not just fun and games, there’s an important message in this episode, too.
Off-duty Casper cop accused of threatening five officers; held on $500K cash-only bond
CASPER, Wyo. — An off-duty Casper police officer who barricaded himself in an apartment in an armed standoff that lasted 17 hours from Thursday night to Friday afternoon was charged with multiple felonies on Monday. Michael Hughes, 30, heard the seven charges during his initial appearance by videoconference from...
WYDOT to temporarily close portions of I-25 for F Street construction
CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Department of Transportation recently announced that it is preparing to pour the new bridge deck atop the F Street bridge over the North Platte River, and will need to temporarily close portions of Interstate 25 in the coming days. Project contractor Ames Construction will...
Natrona Collective Health Trust seeks applicants for vacant board positions
CASPER, Wyo. — The Natrona Collective Health Trust is seeking interested applicants to fill the vacant position on its Board of Directors. The trust is a private foundation located in Casper and focused on the health and wellbeing of Natrona County residents. Its mission is to build the foundation for lifelong health among Natrona County residents by advancing the mental wellbeing of young people through trust-based philanthropy and systems change.
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