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New Mural Going up in Casper on 42 Degrees North Building Celebrates Skiing on Casper Mountain
Artist Dan Toro is in town all week creating a new mural on the 42 Degrees North building. In line with the Casper Mural Project's 2024 theme of outdoor recreation, the piece celebrates skiing on Casper Mountain. Beth Andress, the treasurer of the Casper Mural Project, says they are very...
Update: Hydrothermal explosion closes Biscuit Basin for season
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Yellowstone National Park officials have closed Biscuit Basin for the remainder of the 2024 season following a significant hydrothermal explosion on July 23. The incident, occurring just before 10 a.m., sent steam and debris hundreds of feet into the air and damaged a nearby boardwalk. National...
(PHOTOS) Cheyenne Day Block Party delivers on street fun and games
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Street vendors took to the Cheyenne Depot Plaza and 15th Street on Wednesday for the city’s annual block party. Games and attractions proliferated the street through much of the day. The Wyoming Dairy Goat Association held a makeshift petting zoo consisting of dairy goats, Colorado mountain dogs and chickens. In addition, kids lined up to climb a rock climbing wall, ride a mechanical bull or dunk one another at a water tank game.
Aerial Mosquito Control Spray Planned
The City of Laramie Mosquito Control has scheduled the aerial application of Dibrom for control of adult mosquitoes in rural areas adjacent to the City for Friday July 26th, 2024, starting around 6:30 pm. Backup dates have been set for Saturday the 27th through Monday the 29th if weather conditions arise delaying the application. This application is targeted to control both nuisance and vector mosquitoes, including Culex tarsalis, which can that transmit West Nile virus (WNV).
Cheyenne Frontier Days: Performance 4 Winning Rides and Runs
A three-way tie at the top in the bareback riding and a new fastest time in the barrel racing headlined Perf 4 at The Daddy of ‘em All. Unranked Cooper Filipek, 88 Points on Dakota Rodeo’s American Graffiti. No. 22 Lane Mcgeehee, 88 Points on Dakota Rodeo’s Gun...
Heart of Star Valley dedicated in Thayne
A new visitor stop in Thayne will include opportunities to share memories on important dates in a locket and key process in what is called Heart of Star Valley. Mayor Devin Simpson said, “I am excited for this beautiful piece of art to be in Thayne. I appreciate all the support and effort that went into getting this piece of art and look forward to it being a centerpiece along main street.”
Wednesday CFD: Machine Gun Kelly concert, “Daddy of ’em All” Rodeo and more
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Cheyenne Frontier Days is offering 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 a.m. daily. Here is the schedule of events for Wednesday, July 24:. Frontier Park Arena. Chutes start at 9:30...
College Receives NSF Grant to Fund IT, Cybersecurity Offerings
ROCK SPRINGS – Western Wyoming Community College recently received a three-year federal grant that will fund the college’s HyFlex initiative that aims to offer “hyper flexible” education offerings the college says are designed to transform information technology support and cybersecurity credential attainment. The funding comes from...
BLM allows commercial timber harvest near Newcastle
GILLETTE, Wyo. — A July decision by the U.S. Bureau of Land Management will allow land managers to improve Newcastle-area forest health through commercial timber harvest and fuel removal. Under current conditions, the forest northeast of Newcastle is at risk of stand-replacing wildfires and insect infestation due to tree...
UPDATE: Clearwater Fire Is Growing
The Clearwater Fire is growing. The wildfire, which started with a lightning strike on July 19th, on a ridgeline between the Elk Fork and June Creek drainages, has increased in size, according to a media release from the U.S. National Forest Service. The fire, about one mile south of the...
Wyoming High School National Rodeo Champions Revealed: Results & Highlights
Thousands of high school rodeo athletes participated in the National High School Rodeo Finals in Wyoming, where dreams were realized and lessons were learned, emphasizing that success at the event does not solely define one's career. Several athletes emerged as National Champions in various events, showcasing their skills and determination.
Cody in line to land state shooting complex
POWELL — As the State of Wyoming moves forward with plans to build a world-class shooting facility, a panel is recommending that the complex be built in Cody. Following months of proposals, pitches and site visits, a task force voted 8-4 to favor a chunk of state land south of Cody over a competing spot near the Campbell County Cam-plex in Gillette.
Cheyenne Frontier Days festivities continue with the Grand Parade
CHEYENNE, Wyo. (Wyoming News Now) - We are continuing our Cheyenne Frontier Days fun with the Grand Parade. Folks from around the world had the chance to take in the sights and sounds of some of the top marching bands, and horse drawn vehicles in the country. The parade started...
Shelter hires new Operations Manager
The Sheridan Dog and Cat Shelter has selected a new operations manager, Hannah Edwards. Edwards started working at the shelter approximately two years ago. While appearing on Sheridan Media’s Public Pulse, she said it was passion for animals that led her to her first position as front desk manager.
Artists Sought for ARTember Festival
ROCK SPRINGS – The partnership between the Community Fine Arts Center and the Rock Springs Main Street/Urban Renewal Agency will host its sixth ARTember Art Festival Sept. 14 and are seeking artists to participate. Artists interested in participating are asked to apply by July 26, with applications received after...
Pancake breakfast serves more than 5,000 attendees
CHEYENNE — Larry Barttelbort arrived at the Cheyenne Depot Plaza at 5:45 Monday morning, along with around 200 other volunteers. Over the next three hours, Barttelbort and the other volunteers served thousands of pancakes to thousands of people. He has been doing this every year for about 30 years as a member of the Cheyenne Kiwanis Club, and says it’s because he loves supporting the event and ...
LCSD1 Selling Used iPads, Accessories at Discounted Prices
Laramie County School District 1 is partnering with Secured Tech Solutions to sell the district’s used iPads to the community, the district announced Tuesday afternoon. The sale opened Tuesday at 9 a.m. and will close on Aug. 4, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. "The district’s goal is to offer iPads...
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