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Tree dieback across the Basin may be linked to warm winter, wet spring
When Veda Gerrard visited Whaley Cemetery in Shell in May, she noticed the elm trees ringing the property appeared sickly. Later, she found similar symptoms in two elm trees on her own property and her concerns mounted— she put it down to the warm winter, sudden cold snap, and wet spring, but all of them and so suddenly? Gerrard began making calls, wondering if there was an outbreak or new invasive pest in the Basin and if there was any chance she might be able to save her trees.
Chamber, DSA to Celebrate Reopening of Main Street at Third Thursday Event
The Sheridan County Chamber of Commerce and the Downtown Sheridan Association will celebrate the reopening of Main Street today with a Chamber Ambassador’s ribbon cutting and an expanded Third Thursday festival. According to information from the Chamber, the celebration signals the completion of the Sheridan Main Street Resurfacing and Utility Upgrade Project that began in April 2023.
Ogallala casino and horse racing approved by Nebraska Commission
Lincoln, NE – The Nebraska Racing and Gaming Commission approved a racing license. application from Hastings Exposition and Racing, Inc. to establish a Quarter Horse track in. Ogallala, Nebraska near Lake McConaughy. Hastings Exposition and Racing Inc. partnered with. Elite Casino Resorts which currently operates the Grand Island Casino...
Police blotter 7-19-24
Recently arrested by the Cheyenne Police Department: Michael J. Muniz, 66, transient, for misdemeanor public intoxication at 8:55 p.m. Tuesday in the 1900 block of East Lincolnway. Esai Mckenzie, 24, of Warren Avenue for misdemeanor domestic battery at 8:45 p.m. Tuesday at a redacted Cheyenne address. Michael D. Smith, 42, transient, for misdemeanor refusing to...
Believed innocent by advocates, man convicted for ‘shaken baby syndrome’ dies behind bars
Daniel Johnson was 24 when he was sentenced to life in prison. His crime, according to prosecutors and the physicians who examined the body of his infant son, was shaking his baby too hard, causing brain damage, and eventually the child’s death. “After the sentencing, Johnson tried to approach his wife and family who filled half the front row — but bailiffs interposed themselves and escorted him from the courtroom, as Johnson’s wife Kim sank to the floor in tears,” Casper Star-Tribune reporters Bill Luckett...
Smoke Will Keep Wyoming Hazy This Weekend
It will be a beautiful weekend. You're going to love the cool temperatures. But just a bit on the hazy side. A few rain showers will help the situation, but not solve it. Smoke, drawn in and pushed down by a high-pressure system, is hazing up our Western skies. While...
Trio of Incoming Cowboy Wrestlers Show Well at Junior Nationals
FARGO, North Dakota (7/17/24) – The University of Wyoming wrestling team had plenty of representation at the 2024 U.S. Junior Nationals. Three incoming Cowboys showed well in the Men’s Freestyle competition inside the Fargodome. Tyson Charmoli (144) led the way with an All-American performance that consisted of an...
Q2 Billings Area Weather: A hot weekend with isolated PM showers & thunderstorms
A ridge of high pressure brought more heat, sun and smoke to Montana and Wyoming on Friday. This weekend will be similar, with PM showers & thunderstorms bubbling up, more likely Saturday than Sunday.
Jess E. Ketcham seeks election to county commission
CHEYENNE — Jess E. Ketcham is a sixth-generation Wyomingite from Cheyenne, and is now running for a seat on the Laramie County Board of County Commissioners to serve the community he grew up in. If elected, he said his first move would be to develop a mission statement for the county and craft a strategic plan to use to guide decisions as the county grows and develops. Election 2024 Logo To ...
The Road to Cheyenne: southwest races and Wyoming’s lone congressional seat
The Road to Cheyenne is our special series previewing the primary elections. This week, we’re previewing state legislative races in the southwest corner of the state and we’ll take a deeper look at the Republicans challenging Wyoming lone house seat occupied by Harriet Hageman. Kamila Kudelska: I have...
The powerhouse steam-engine, nicknamed "Big Boy", makes a nostalgic trip across the west
The “Big Boy” is a massive oil engine train that was once used to carry heavy freight across the western terrain. It stopped running in 1961. Only 25 were ever built, and Union Pacific has revived “Big Boy” 4104 for a westbound tour. “Big Boy was...
UW journalism professor delves into why Wyoming now qualifies as a news desert
Wyoming is lucky to still havea newspaper in every county. But last year, the Casper Star Tribune stopped producing a daily newspaper, going to three a week. Now there are no more daily papers in the state, and that qualifies Wyoming as a news desert. “For example, Fremont County is...
Kan. man admits defrauding rancher in hay scam during drought
BILLINGS, Montana — A Kansas man accused of devising a scheme to steal from Montana and Wyoming ranchers who were trying to find hay to feed their livestock during a drought admitted to a fraud charge Thursday, U.S. Attorney Jesse Laslovich said. The defendant, Jory D. Parks, 43, of...
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...
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