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Five New Zealand Youth Compete in National High School Rodeo Finals
“I believe I epitomize the average New Zealander,” said Sir Edmund Hillary after ascending Mount Everest in 1953, “I have modest abilities, I combine these with a good deal of determination, and I rather like to succeed.” Perhaps Hillary’s quote epitomizes the five New Zealand youth who became their country’s first-ever team to compete in the National High School Finals Rodeo (NHSFR) held July 14-20 in Rock Springs, Wyo. The team competed against more than 1,800 high school rodeo athletes from Australia, Canada, Mexico and the United States.
New law extends cancer benefits to firefighters
POWELL — When a garage fire ignited in Powell in late May, firefighters rushed to the scene in their bunkers and fitted their personal protective equipment on scene, ready for any and all dangers to extinguish the fire. The volunteers didn’t know what was in the garage, but, if similar to most garages, it could have been filled with an assortment of dangerous chemicals, both stored on shelves and in the structure including building materials. Firefighters don’t choose which fires to fight. They just fight. ...
Kinle Brennise Advances to Weekend in Cheyenne
Kinle Brennise is heading to the weekend in Cheyenne after her 3.8-second run took Performance 5 at the Frontiere Days. Brennise says she was nervous as she backed in, but that didn’t show in her run/. “I just wanted to see my calf to his spot and take my...
R.C Landingham Gets Off to Hot Start in Cheyenne
R.C. Landingham got his week in Cheyenne off to a hot start with an 85-point ride to win Performance 5. Landingham is putting together a great season and is coming off a win at the Calgary Stampede. “I just got to stand on the stage in Calgary and this one...
Jobs of the Week – July 25
Looking to start a new career? Take a look at this week’s featured jobs from local employers around town. Want to feature your job posting here next week? Select “Featured Single Job Post” when sharing your job on Buckrail Works. Email ads@buckrail.com for more details. Laborers. Matarozzi...
Carnival, Animals, Food and More at Wyoming’s Big Show
ROCK SPRINGS — Wyoming’s Big Show kicks off next week, and whether you enjoy the carnival, the entertainment, the food, or one of the other attractions, there’s something for everyone. Brown’s Amusements will once again be bringing the carnival to the Sweetwater County Fair, with lots of...
Hot in Casper: David Street Station Gives Update on the Splash Pad
The heat is on here in Casper, but you still can still cool off at the Splash Pad at David Street Station. While there have been some issues with the Splash Pad as of late, it is open today and repairs are in the works. The official David Street Station...
Lander Golfer at UW named an All-America Scholar
The Golf Coaches Association of America (GCAA) announced its Cobalt Golf All-America Scholars for the 2023-24 season on Thursday and the University of Wyoming men's golf team led the Mountain West and was one of 25 teams in America to have five or more All-America Scholars. The five Cowboys named All-America Scholars are: Patrick Azevedo of Osello, Wash.; Jaren Calkins of Lander, Wyo.; Jimmy Dales of Northfield, Mich.; Kristof Panke of Davenport, Washl,; and Davis Seybert of Midland, Texas.
Life Steps Campus Community Garden in Casper Designated as a USDA People’s Garden
For the past decade, the community garden at Life Steps Campus has been providing free, sustainably grown food to the community. The garden was built 10 years ago through partnerships with Casper Housing Authority, volunteers and community members, is maintained by Casper Housing Authority and the City of Casper. The...
Temporary restraining order granted to Colorado GOP chair ahead of meeting to oust him
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) - Turmoil continues in the Colorado GOP. An Arapahoe County judge granted a temporary restraining order (TRO) to state GOP chair, Dave Williams, a day before a special meeting was supposed to be held to vote him out. The TRO is against other Colorado GOP members, Nancy Pallozzi and Todd Watkins. The post Temporary restraining order granted to Colorado GOP chair ahead of meeting to oust him appeared first on KRDO.
Popular Colorado TV Anchor To Retire After Nearly 50 Years
Living in Colorado my entire life, I can't help but get sad when another one of my fellow broadcasters hangs up their mic for the last time, especially when it's someone I've watched for as long as I have. Local Colorado TV Anchor & Weather Meteorologist Retires. Did you grow...
Officials warn public about 'hot and heavy' bear activity in Colorado
The season of hyperphagia is still months away and officials are already concerned about a spike in human-bear interactions that have been taking place in southwest Colorado. “We are having to handle a lot of bears right now,” said Colorado Parks and Wildlife Area Wildlife Manager Adrian Archuleta of Durango. “It’s been hot and heavy here for the last two or three weeks, and it’s not showing signs of slowing down. ...
HSPPR asking for help adopting puppies
(SOUTHERN COLORADO) — The Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region (HSPPR) said there is an excess of puppies at both of its shelters and is hoping to find them homes. HSPPR said it has more than 60 puppies at both shelter locations and that is more than it can handle. The puppies have been […]
The Rocky Mountain NKBA Chapter Throws A Glitzy Bash Celebrating Kitchen and Bath Designers
The Rocky Mountain chapter of the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) recently rolled out the red carpet (figuratively speaking!) for its annual Peak Awards Gala, and this year, it was all about the bling! Held at Denver’s Mile High Station under the dazzling theme of 24 Carat Gold, this event wasn’t just Colorado’s top design awards—it was a celebration that mixed glamour with creativity, turning heads and raising glasses to the best in kitchen and bath design.
Colorado airports receive millions in FAA grants
(COLORADO) — The Airport Improvement Program (AIP) by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded close to $500 million to help airport infrastructures around the country. The grant funds projects involving runways, taxiways, airport signage, airport lighting, and airport markings. Each year, airports are entitled to a certain amount of AIP funding based on passenger volume. […]
2024 Horse Roundup | Jason Schaffer: Making it Big from Home
An NFR qualification may not be feasible in this season of Jason Schaffer’s life, but selling a horse he trained to a world champion tie-down roper might be the next best thing. Shane Hanchey, a 14-time National Finals Rodeo qualifier and 2013 World Champion, recently purchased Schaffer’s latest gem,...
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