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Nebraska economic indicator rises in July, forecasting growth into 2025
LINCOLN, Neb. (Press Release) Nebraska’s leading economic indicator rose 1.72% during July, according to the latest report from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. The indicator is designed to predict economic activity six months into the future. “The rising indicator value suggests the Nebraska economy will grow through the end...
Living life beyond cancer: The Riverbend Project
JACKSON, Wyo. — The Riverbend Project is a local non-profit that offers unmatched, fly fishing retreats in Jackson Hole, for people impacted by cancer. The Riverbend Project hosts two retreats each summer. For each retreat, we cover all costs including lodging, meals, fishing licenses and equipment, as well as two full days of professionally guided fishing trips on the Snake River.
Heavy smoke from nearby wildfires blankets Casper area early Thursday
CASPER, Wyo. — Natrona County and Casper are under a blanket of smoke early Thursday as a fire burns between nearby Glenrock and Douglas. The fire led to the temporary closure of Interstate 25 on Wednesday afternoon, according to authorities and WYDOT. As of 4:30 a.m. Thursday, Interstate 25 is now listed as open.
Deadly workplace accident trapped victim in a Natrona County pond
The crane operator who was killed on the job earlier this month at a wind-energy construction site in remote Natrona County was driving a crane that rolled into a pond, according to a Natrona County Sheriff’s Office’s incident report obtained by WyoFile. The victim, John William Hoffpauir, Jr.,...
Bear spray clears dance floor at Cowboy Bar, police investigating
JACKSON, Wyo. — What’s the fastest way to clear a dance floor?. On Friday night, Aug. 16, around 11 p.m., the dance floor at the Million Dollar Cowboy Bar emptied out when an “unidentified female patron” released bear spray, according to a statement by the establishment.
McLeland, Collins win Gillette City Council primary for Ward Three
GILLETTE, Wyo. — Nathan McLeland and Pat Collins have won their primary election bids to appear on the ballot later this fall as candidates for the Gillette City Council representing Ward Three, according to the Campbell County Elections Office. McLeland and Collins were the only two to file to...
WY Game & Fish Dept. promote safety with free bear spray giveaway & training in Cody, Lander
CODY, Wyo. - The Wyoming Game and Fish Department (WGFD) has announced that they will be distributing bear spray and providing training to members of the public - completely FREE of charge. WGFD has partnered with the Safari Club International, American Bear Foundation, and Shoshone National Forest to provide this...
SMH Primary Care physician gives tips to avoid the seasonal sniffles
Although schools take measures and offer a clean environment to learn and grow for kids, with the beginning of the school year comes exposure to viral infections leading to colds, stuffy noses and coughs. An Air Force veteran and a graduate of the University Of North Texas Health Science Center...
Testing the waters: teachers talk about internships, job shadowing
SIDNEY -- Business owners and managers were encouraged to let students walk a mile in their shoes. Sidney Public Schools teachers Ashley Fehringer, Lacey Russell and Curriculum and Assessment Director Tess Plummer hosted a meeting on student internships and job shadowing. The program was also supported by the Cheyenne County...
Fires In Northeast Wyoming Brings Evacuations & Heavy Smoke
Interstate 90 between Gillette and Buffalo, Wyoming is closed as of Thursday morning due to smoke and fire. Northeast Wyoming woke up to the heavy smell of local smoke Thursday morning. The moon had turned yellow overnight. People's eyes and sinuses could feel that burning sensation. Those fires smell close,...
Devils Tower slammed by baseball-sized hail, closing the national park
A powerful supercell storm formed late Monday afternoon in northeast Wyoming and moved directly over Devils Tower, resulting in significant damage to trees, buildings, campers and vehicles in the area.
Showers, storms expected to continue all week in Cheyenne
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Scattered thunderstorms with locally heavy rainfall are forecast in Cheyenne for the next few days, with a risk of isolated strong to severe storms. The National Weather Service in Cheyenne reports that a persistent monsoonal pattern will drive daily showers and storms through Friday. While severe weather chances are low, some storms could bring hail due to high instability.
GRHS Makes Freshmen Feel Welcome and Connected at Orientation
GREEN RIVER — As Green River High School prepares for the school year, they are ensuring the incoming freshman class feel welcomed and connected with a mentoring program called Link Crew. Freshman students came to the high school Tuesday morning for their orientation and to meet with a group...
Commissioners Postpone Airport Fee Resolution, Highlighting Concerns with Airport
GREEN RIVER – A resolution the Sweetwater County commissioners considered approving regarding the continuation of a $4.50 passenger facility charge at the Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport resulted in discussion highlighting disagreement with how the airport board operates Tuesday morning. The resolution, which was ultimately postponed, would have allowed Airport...
Casper hosts youth bull riding regional finals
CASPER, Wyo. (Wyoming News Now) - On Friday, the evening kicked off at 7 p.m. in true cowboy fashion with an introduction of the riders, the national anthem and a prayer. There was a total of 37 riders within the six age groups. The walk/trot with ages five and under to senior bulls ages 16-18.
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