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Wyoming Firearms & Outdoor Recreation Expo at David Street Station
The Wyoming Firearms and Outdoor Recreation Expo at David Street Station is happening in Casper on Saturday, July 20 from 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Admission is free to the public. The event will feature exhibitor booths by Wyoming's top industry leaders. There will be live-entertainers, family-friendly games, and food trucks.
Cheyenne Frontier Days fairgrounds opens to public
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Cheyenne Frontier Days offers a plethora of engaging events for both local residents and visiting tourists. The fairgrounds will be open from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. daily. Here is the schedule of events for Friday, July 19:. Frontier Park Arena. At 8 p.m., Turnpike Troubadours,...
Gaining altitude: Gillette Police Department exploring law enforcement drone frontier
GILLETTE, Wyo. — Seeing a police drone could become as normal as seeing a police dog in the community — or at least that’s the end goal sought by Gillette Police Detective Cpl. Dan Stroup. From initial first responders to tactical crisis negotiation and missing person searches,...
Storm clouds loom over Cheyenne Frontier Days kickoff
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — As Cheyenne Frontier Days kicks off today, the National Weather Service in Cheyenne is warning of possible severe weather. The approaching cold front may bring fierce winds and large hail, putting a damper on the wild west festivities. The weather forecast reads like a showdown at...
UPDATE: Missing Cheyenne Juvenile Returns Home Safely
UPDATE: Cheyenne Police say Max has returned home safely. The Cheyenne Police Department is asking for the public's help in finding 17-year-old Maxwell Mioten. He was last seen on July 17 in the 3500 block of Silvergate Drive. Anyone with information on Max is being asked to call CPD dispatch...
Coffee Time: Hear from organizers of this weekend’s 4th Annual Lander Community Pig Roast
(Lander, WY) – The KOVE 1330 AM / 107.7 FM Today in the 10 interview series Coffee Time continued today with host Vince Tropea, who recently spoke with some of the folks behind this weekend’s 4th annual Lander Community Pig Roast. Mayor Monte Richardson chats about the suicide/mental...
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 ...
‘Special to all of us’: Volunteers sworn in as Cheyenne’s newest CASA advocates
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Being a community volunteer feels almost like an obligation to Brian Harkavy. As a former lawyer, he has extra time on his hands. He worked with children and families when studying at Harvard Law School in the 1990s, so when he decided to volunteer with CASA of Laramie County, the organization’s mission and purpose were familiar to him.
Laramie Announces Pilot Project for Sidewalk Improvement To Enhance Safety And ADA Compliance
The City of Laramie is pleased to announce a new initiative aimed at improving sidewalk safety and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in the downtown area. In collaboration with specialized contractor Precision Concrete Cutting (PCC), the City will conduct concrete sidewalk cutting to reduce trip hazards and ensure downtown walkways meet ADA standards.
Mustangs C team ready to host state tournament
As they prepared to host the Wyoming Class C American Legion Baseball Tournament in Cowley, the Lovell Mustangs C squad tuned up for the tournament by hosting a doubleheader Saturday against a talented traveling team from Billings, the UD Expos Navy 14U squad. The Mustangs fell to the Expos 11-0...
Cross-country cyclist pauses in Lovell en route to Washington
The energy flows from Suzie Williamson like a rushing mountain stream. But even an energetic veteran bicyclist riding from coast to coast needs a break every now and then. That most recent break in the retired special education teacher and U.S. Army veteran’s cross-country trek occurred in Lovell Thursday as she stopped to rest and recuperate.
Elder brothers take top two spots at Byron Days Fun Run
About 40 runners headed toward the Sand Hills north of Byron, then returned to town Saturday morning for the annual Byron Days Fun Run. Organized by Brandon and Serena Hessenthaler, the event featured both a mile and a five-kilometer race. Runners were invited to run in attire representing their favorite decade.
Cody LDS temple opponents continue to wait for records from city
CODY — The city of Cody is more than four months late in fulfilling a request for public records submitted by Preserve Our Cody Neighbors on February 29. Citing that delay, POCN filed a complaint in Park County District Court on June 29 asking the judge to order the city to produce the requested communications dealing with the proposed LDS temple.
Recipe Round-Up Food Drive & Fundraiser set for Saturday
The Food Bank of Sweetwater County is hosting the Recipe Round-Up Food Drive and Fundraiser this Saturday, July 20, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at its location at 90 Center Street, Rock Springs. The event is open to the public, with a suggested donation of $1 or more or a food donation for entry.
Riverton's Big Summer Weekend Kicks Off Friday, Balloon Rally, Car & Bike Show
Tomorrow starts one of the biggest weekends in Riverton’s summer, save the county fair, when the 44th edition of the Riverton Rendezvous Hot Air Balloon Rally and Rocky Mountain Car and Bike Show kick off. Friday’s events include the balloon liftoff from the CWC at sunrise. This year there...
Here Are Great Areas To Access The North Platte River
Construction projects on I-25 are now affecting people who are out recreating on the North Platte River in Casper. WYDot and the Wyoming Game and Fish Department have issued a warning to the public to be careful and avoid the I-25 bridge area. Crews have begun demolishing the southbound bridge to prepare for construction of a new bridge over the next few months.
Warm days, afternoon thunderstorms possible in Casper area over weekend
CASPER, Wyo. — Casper residents heading outside this weekend should be prepared for sunny days along with periods of possible afternoon thunderstorms. According to the National Weather Service in Riverton, Friday’s high should reach 90 degrees, and highs in the mid-80s are likely for Saturday and Sunday. Skies...
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.
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