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Oregon researchers paint wind turbines partly black to reduce bird deaths
A simple coat of black paint on the white blade of a wind turbine could save countless birds from flying into the machines and to their deaths each year. It’s working in Norway, and now researchers from Oregon State University are trying it in the West. With $400,000 allocated by the state Legislature, Christian Hagen, […]
Fish Creek Fire update Aug. 25
(Dubois, WY) – The Fish Creek Fire continues to burn seven miles SW of Togwotee Pass. It started by lightning on Friday, August 16, 2024, and has grown to 11,278 acres. The Northern Rockies Team 1 took command on Saturday, Aug. 24, under Incident Commander Brent Olson. Current resources...
Northern Rockies Complex Incident Management team took command of the Fish Creek Fire Saturday morning
(Dubois, WY) – The Northern Rockies Complex Incident Management Team 1, Incident Commander Brent Olson, took command of the Fish Creek Fire at 6 a.m. Saturday morning. The Bridger-Teton and Shoshone National Forests have issued an updated and joint closure order for the fire area. Details about this closure order can be found on the Fish Creek Fire inciweb site and the Forest’s websites.
Buffalo Council Approves Mayor’s Appointment
Buffalo’s City Council, at their last regular meeting, considered the recommendation by Mayor Shane Schrader to appoint Mark Wilson to the Mountain Plains Heritage Park Joint Powers Board. Mayor Schrader explained which Mark Wilson he was recommending for the position. The council voted to approve Wilson to serve the...
University of Wyoming replaces Multicultural Affairs after lawmakers take aim at DEI efforts
The University of Wyoming is replacing its Office of Multicultural Affairs with the Pokes Center for Community Resources, the school’s president announced Thursday. The change — the office has existed at UW for 30 years — comes months after state lawmakers barred Wyoming’s lone four-year public university from spending state dollars on diversity, equity and inclusion efforts. In response to the legislative mandate, the school’s trustees voted in May to close its DEI office and reassign certain staff.
Development on Belvoir Ranch trails, Historic Pumphouse continuing steadily; City Council reviews current status of 2024 goals
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Cheyenne councilmembers have a firm grasp on next steps for several years-long projects. However, plans for other initiatives are still up in the air. On Wednesday, the Cheyenne City Council reviewed progress on its 2024 project priorities. Councilmembers discussed progress on restoring the Historic Pumphouse, revitalization of steam engines for the 15th Street Railroad Experience, development of trails on the Belvoir Ranch and design work on the Reed Avenue Corridor.
Contango donates to 2024 Fremont County Fair
(Riverton, WY) – Ahead of the 2024 Fair, Contango Resources donated $3,000 for the Fremont County Fair awards. The money was to be spread across all exhibits, from static to horses to all livestock, including small animals. Laura Harrington accepted the donation on behalf of the Fair Office, and...
Off-Duty Casper Police Officer Arrested
The Casper Police Department reports that an off-duty officer involved incident happened while navigating a personal crisis on August 22 that continued into the evening hours of August 23. There were no reported injuries and resulted in his lawful arrest. The incident was handled and is being investigated by the...
2024 High School Football Previews: Casper Christian
CASPER, Wyo. (Wyoming News Now) - As we continue our high school football previews, there was one more Casper school to stop by and they’re a fairly new school. Casper Christian will be heading into their 2nd year of varsity 6 man football, and with one year of varsity experience under their belt they’re aiming to put up fight for the top.
VIDEO: ‘Fire-nadoes’ Seen During Wyoming Wildfires
There are five large wildfires in Wyoming, with many smaller fires still not 100% contained. This amounts to about 270,000 acres burning. Here is a video of a few 'fire-nadoes' that were captured on video. House Draw Fire: Johnson County. Approximate amount burned: 165,000 acres. Flat Rock Fire: Campbell County.
Coloradans Can Check Out Live Horse Racing With Big Cash on the Line
Coloradans can get in the car and take a fun road trip to see (and bet on) professional horse racing. While the Kentucky Derby does get all the attention in the world of horse racing, Wyoming's races are something to see, as well. Your trip will take you through some of the prettiest parts of Wyoming to see some very majestic horses.
#Smiles: Local youth played in the Rapids Youth Soccer Tournament on the 307 Select teams
A series to share #smiles across our community through the achievements of our local youth, brought to you by Olsen Orthodontics. (Lander, WY) – Eight Lander youth soccer players represented the state of Wyoming on various 307 Select soccer teams at the Rapids Youth Soccer Tournament in Denver, Colorado, this past weekend, shared Nikki Dellinger.
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