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Spuds win 40th game of season with 8-4 win over Oahe
CASPER, Wyo. — The Casper Spuds struck early on Friday against the Oahe Zap and held on for an 8-4 victory, picking up their 40th win of the season in the process. With the win, the team now sits at a league-best record of 40-8. A lead-off hit-by-pitch for Elijah Reeves and a walk to Wesley Flatt set the stage for Josh Phillips, who smacked a line drive up the middle that brought Reeves home. In the very next at-bat, Dylan Schlotterback brought Flatt home with a sac fly. And that run was followed quickly by another run by Phillips made possible by a Zap passed ball.
18 Year Old Rookie Cowboy Wacey Schalla Explodes onto the Rodeo Scene
CHEYENNE, Wyo. (Wyoming News Now) - There aren’t many cowboys at the frontier days rodeo that are competing in the finals for 2 events, but would you believe that one of those cowboys was just 18 years old? Wacey Schalla is competing in his first frontier days rodeo and he’s been prepping for this day for his entire life.
Evacuation notice canceled, fire contained near W. Echeta Road
GILLETTE, Wyo. — A Saturday afternoon evacuation notice for multiple addresses northwest of Gillette has been canceled with authorities containing a fire near West Echeta Road. The fire was reported near West Echeta Road. It was reportedly heading east at 4:27 p.m., prompting local authorities to issue an evacuation...
The Michael Houck Real Estate Guide for July 28
The Michael Houck Real Estate Team is hosting four open house events this Sunday. This is your chance to find your forever home — or, at the very least, to see some of the very best houses currently on the market. The houses being shown on Sunday include:. Address:...
Mayfield, Schalla, Wanchuk Among Those Advancing To Cheyenne Frontier Days Finale
Friday’s first semifinal competition determined half of the field for Sunday’s upcoming short-go round at ‘The Daddy of ’Em All.’ The other half will be set during Saturday’s second semifinal round.
RSHS Teen Qualifies for Loretta Lynn’s Amateur Motocross Nationals
ROCK SPRINGS – Dayton Stott, a 17-year-old student at Rock Springs High School, has qualified for the Loretta Lynn’s Amateur Motocross Nationals in Hurricane Mills, Tennessee. Stott secured his spot by placing first overall in the regional event, competing against riders from California, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Nevada, Utah,...
There’s 2 Mountain States Teams Still Alive in Cheyenne Frontier Days Battle
With a long score and big money to be won, Cheyenne Frontier Days is one of the most prestigious rodeos, and the implications of success there are great, including for the Mountain States Circuit’s cowboys. For Mountain States Circuit contestants, showing out in Cheyenne can potentially set their entire...
Notice of Invitation to Bid for the Sweetwater County School District No. 1 2024 Wellness Program Bid.
Notice is hereby given that the Board of Trustees of Sweetwater County School District No. One, Rock Springs, Wyoming is accepting sealed bids for the 2024 Wellness Program Bid. Specifications may be obtained from the Human Resource Department, 3550 Foothill Blvd., Rock Springs, Wyoming 82901; 307-352-3400 or on our website...
Showers likely throughout mostly sunny weekend
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — The coming weekend is likely to be a sunny one for Cheyenne-area residents, though the National Weather Service in Cheyenne predicts that it also won’t be without its share of rainfall. Today is expected to begin with mostly clear skies, though scattered showers and storms...
Things To Do This Weekend: July 26 – 28
Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Look no further! Wyo4News is your go-to guide for all the exciting happenings in Sweetwater County. From lively local events to hidden gems waiting to be discovered, we’ve got the scoop on everything you need to make the most of your weekend. Dive into our latest roundup and find out what’s buzzing around town!
Behind the scenes at Rip N’ Stitch
Workers in Jackson Hole face unique challenges to power the community. The beauty, wild nature and outdoor access the region offers are some of the great perks of life here. But servers, educators, nurses, home builders and more often have to deal with the high cost of living, long commutes and, for some, learning new languages for their jobs.
Hard work and camaraderie prepare competitors for Chuckwagon Cookoff
CHEYENNE — There’s nothing quite as country as biscuits and beans with chicken fried steak and cobbler. For those competing in the Cheyenne Frontier Days Chuckwagon Cookoff, there’s also nothing quite as true to their craft. Framing the eastern edge of Old Frontier Town, seven chuckwagons have set up camp, doing what they do best, cooking classic Dutch oven High Plains cuisine. Jim and Susan Patrick, last year’s winners, have...
School board candidates can file with clerk’s office starting Aug. 7
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — The Laramie County Clerk’s office is accepting candidate applications for school and college boards of trustees from Aug. 7 through Aug. 26. Names of filed candidates will appear on the Nov. 5 General Election ballot. There are three at-large positions to be filled on the...
Rodeo Action Heats Up at Cheyenne: First Round of Semifinals Complete
Today at Cheyenne Frontier Days, the first round of the semifinals showcased exceptional performances despite a bit of rain. True rodeo fans packed the stands, undeterred by the weather, demonstrating their dedication to “The Daddy of ‘Em All.”. Bareback Riding. In the first semifinal, Jacob Lees took the...
WSF Announces Top 5 Market Animal Payout Increases for 2024
Douglas, WY – July 26, 2024 – The Wyoming State Fair is excited to announce a significant increase in payouts for our market goat, beef, sheep, and swine shows, thanks to the generous sponsorships of businesses and individuals across the state. This year, the Wyoming State Fair will be awarding cash prizes to the Overall Top 5 market animals in Market Beef, Market Sheep, Market Swine, and Market Goats. These are a substantial boost, reflecting our commitment to supporting our exhibitors and their outstanding efforts.
3rd Annual Chase the Aces Poker Run to benefit Hunting with Heroes
The Fallen Saints Motorcycle Club Red Desert Chapter will host its 3rd Annual Chase the Aces Poker Run on Saturday, July 27, starting at 9 a.m. This event, dedicated to supporting veterans, will benefit Hunting with Heroes, a Wyoming-based organization that provides outdoor experiences for disabled veterans. Participants will have...
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