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Community members helped Lander Care & Share Food Bank with a not so ‘eggs-cellent’ situation Tuesday morning
(Lander, WY) – Wordplay and puns aside (and trust us, we had more), the Lander Care & Share Food Bank had a messy start to the day on Tuesday, July 2, after that morning’s shipment of eggs took a tumble during the unloading process. But, as always, the...
Fireworks “Safe Shoot Site” available to use through 4th of July
CHEYENNE, Wyo. (Wyoming News Now) - 2275 West College Dr. the location of the fireworks safe shoot site will be available to use by the public through midnight July 4. This site, which is sponsored by the fireworks retailers of Laramie County allow folks to go out and shoot all fireworks safely and legally.
Town approves Sustainability Plan with goal to reach net zero emissions by 2030
JACKSON, Wyo. — During the regular Town Council meeting on Monday, July 1, Councilors unanimously approved the Town of Jackson Sustainability Plan, with the goal of achieving net zero carbon emissions in the valley by the year 2030. The Sustainability Plan states that its vision is to “preserve and...
City completes restroom, public safety upgrades to Spiker Parking Garage
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — The City of Cheyenne has recently completed various renovations to the Spiker Parking Garage, including new restrooms, improved lighting and blue light emergency call towers. The renovated restrooms at the garage, located at the corner of Carey Avenue and 17th Street, have been open to the...
Genesis Alkali Donates Food to Local Food Banks and Organizations
Genesis Alkali made a generous donation of food and supplies to local food banks and other organizations in Sweetwater County on Monday, July 1. Food and supplies had been ordered in advance as part of the company’s preparations to ensure business continuity in the run up to negotiating a new contract with its labor union.
Game Creek boil water order extended
JACKSON, Wyo. — Residents of the Game Creek neighborhood will have to continue to boil tap water or use other clean water sources for at least another week, according to an update from the Squaw Creek Water District (SCWD). Game Creek has been under a boil water order since...
Residents Reminded of Fireworks Safety and Rules in Cheyenne
Cheyenne Fire Rescue and the Cheyenne Police Department are reminding residents to be safe celebrating the July 4 holiday and that restrictions apply on fireworks in city limits. Sparklers, smoke devices, and novelties are the only legal consumer fireworks that can be purchased and used within the city. All other...
Pokes Insider: Mason Walters grateful for NBA audition
LARAMIE – Mason Walters is living his American dream this Fourth of July. The former Wyoming forward will celebrate the holiday in his hometown of Jamestown, N.D., before flying to Phoenix to begin his professional career on the Suns' NBA Summer League team. Walters averaged 12.2 points, 5.4 rebounds...
Bull riding event coming to Gillette this Saturday
GILLETTE, Wyo. — Test your skills on a bull this holiday weekend at the All Grit No Quit bull riding competition headed to CAM-PLEX this Saturday, July 6. Hosted by Underground Bull Riders Performances, the event has entry levels for competitors of all ages, featuring a walk/trot 5 and under event all the way up to 18+ open bulls class.
‘Parental rights’ vote splits Lander school board
LANDER — The policy requiring Lander school staff members to report directly to parents when students confide their sexual orientation or gender identity was met with some pushback when it was first aired. But when it was approved with a split vote last month, most board members defended its intent. Parental rights are important, they said. Some refer to it as an “outing policy,” meaning LGBTQ+ students would be forced...
Fireworks Displays and Fire Safety for 2024 Fourth of July
SWEETWATER COUNTY — Rock Springs and Green River will be hosting their annual fireworks displays for the Fourth of July Thursday, both shows starting at 10 p.m. While residents can catch Green River’s show right from their homes, one of the best place to view the fireworks will be at Stratton Myers Park. The fireworks will be set off near the the waste water plant, and the display will last around 18 minutes.
Casper’s library to be closed on Fourth, Parade Day
CASPER, Wyo. — The Natrona County Public Library will be closed on two upcoming days. The library announced on its website that it will close on Thursday for Independence Day, and will also be closed during the Central Wyoming Fair & Rodeo Parade on Tuesday, July 9. During July,...
Reminder: Fireworks prohibited in Teton County, public lands
JACKSON, Wyo. — As Independence Day approaches, Jackson Hole Fire/EMS wants to remind the public that fireworks are not allowed in Teton County and surrounding public lands. The ban on pyrotechnics is part of local fire regulations, as fireworks can accidentally ignite wildfires in these dry, summery conditions. Fire danger in the area was elevated to “moderate” on June 25.
Heads up! Fourth of July Parade to close certain town streets
JACKSON, Wyo. — The annual Fourth of July Parade is set to roll through town on Thursday, with festivities likely to affect travel in downtown Jackson. The Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce shared the following map of the parade route. The Chamber also noted that the following roads would...
Laramie County Circuit Court initial appearances (7/3/24)
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Provided below are the defendants and charges from appearances in Laramie County Circuit Court. All persons cited are presumed innocent until convicted or pleading guilty. Official charges are subject to change by the Laramie County District Attorney’s Office. Initial Appearances. Terrice Derall Brown, 46 –...
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