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2024 Rendezvous Balloon Rally Flew Two of Three Days
The 44th Annual Riverton Rendezvous Balloon Rally flew on Friday and Saturday, but Sunday's launch was scrubbed due to wind. Twenty balloons from around the globe, 17 from the USA, two from Canada and one from Belgium made up the field this year. Specialty balloons included Baby T-Rex from Vernal, Utah; Humpty Dumpty from Louisville, KY and the celebrity speaker Peter Van Overwalle's Princess Nelly from Nazareth, Belgium. It was the huge pink elephant shape.
CHAPS brings the Tournament of Knights to Sheridan for the 7th year
The Knights of Valor are returning to compete in Sheridan during a one day medieval festival to benefit CHAPS Equine Assisted Services. For the seventh year, CHAPS has organized the Tournament of Knights to raise funds for their programs. A troupe of jousting knights will compete at the Sheridan County Fairgrounds on July 27.
West Nile Virus Detected In Mosquito Samples In Laramie
West Nile virus (WNV) has been documented in two mosquito samples collected over the past few weeks just outside city limits. The positive samples were isolated in mosquitos collected from surveillance traps monitored by City of Laramie Mosquito Control. The samples were determined to be positive for WNV via RAMP testing performed by City of Laramie Mosquito technicians this week.
Town, county settle on a new split for joint services
Jackson Hole Town Councilors approved a new “Memorandum of Understanding” with the county earlier this week. The decision comes after the county unanimously approved the agreement the week prior. The MOU details a new split that transfers the majority of expenses for joint services like START, Fire and...
Dubois Town Council to meet July 24
(Dubois, WY) – It’s time to gear up for the next Dubois Town Council meeting happening on July 24, 2024, at 7:00 PM. Here’s a sneak peek at some of the key points up for discussion:. Purple Heart Community – Dubois is looking to reaffirm its status...
HAM Operators In Want Of New Members To Amateur Association
A Rawlins resident is looking for like-minded people to join a ham radio club. Amateur radio, also known as ham radio, allows users to communicate across town or around the world without relying on the internet or phones. Department of Corrections Welder Tom Hayes is trying to find members to...
Chat with Town Council tackles building moratorium this Wednesday
JACKSON, Wyo. — The Jackson Town Council will host the monthly “Chat with Town Council” meeting on Wednesday, July 24, at noon, this time tackling the subject of the large commercial building moratorium. The 120-day moratorium was placed on June 3, halting development applications for non-residential buildings...
Wyoming PBS Takes Home Pair of Heartland Emmys
Two Wyoming PBS productions earned Heartland Chapter Emmy Awards at the 38th annual gala on Saturday in Denver, Colo. One program features the soldier’s perspective on their mental health crisis, and the other spotlights a Casper-based artist and her innovative metalwork. “I am proud of our team here at...
FLC to lead quantum computing education, workforce development in rural areas for Elevate Quantum
DURANGO, CO– Fort Lewis College will play a leading role in the workforce development programming for Elevate Quantum Tech Hub, which secured $127 million in federal and state funding to develop workforce and technologies for the rapidly growing quantum industry in Colorado, New Mexico, and Wyoming. Elevate Quantum is...
Feds charge man with meth, gun crimes; arrested near Douglas on way to Casper
CASPER, Wyo. — State and federal agencies have requested the arrest of a man for his alleged involvement in a methamphetamine distribution conspiracy in central Wyoming. Larry Arguijo is charged with being a felon in possession of a firearm, punishable by up to 15 years’ imprisonment; and possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine, punishable by up to 20 years’ imprisonment, according to a criminal complaint written by a special agent with the Wyoming Division of Criminal Investigation and filed in Wyoming U.S. District Court on Tuesday.
Sizzling Hot Temperatures Predicted in SE Wyoming Today, Thursday
The Cheyenne Office of the National Weather Service is predicting near-record temperatures for the date in southeast Wyoming today and tomorrow [July 24&25]. Smoky, hazy conditions due to wildfires burning in Canada are expected today and possibly again on Thursday. The agency posted the following on its website:. ''Looking at...
Wyoming has a Chance to See Northern Lights Tonight
The National Weather Service is saying there is a good chance Wyomingites will see the Northern Lights tonight, July 23. The best viewing times will be between midnight and 3:00 a.m. The best way to view them is by finding a dark place away from light pollution. Then look to...
ASCS Northern Plains Going Three Wide In Wyoming This Weekend
CASPER SPEEDWAY (Casper, Wyo.):. The season’s third stop at the half-mile oval, the tour’s last trip was May 31 and June 1, with Trever Kirkland and series’ points leader Kelly Miller splitting time atop the podium. Revived as a regional tour two years ago, Adam Speckman picked...
Casper Mountain Fire extinguished after multiple departments respond on Tuesday
CASPER, Wyo. — Crews are continuing to work on mop-up operations on Wednesday after a fire on the east side of Casper Mountain that started on Tuesday was extinguished. According to Casper Fire Department training officer Andrew Sundell, the fire was reported sometime around 4 p.m. Tuesday, and ultimately burned roughly 2–3 acres.
Casper accepting LGBTQ Advisory Committee applications until Aug. 15
CASPER, Wyo. — The Casper City Council is accepting applications for volunteer positions on the city’s LGBTQ Advisory Committee until Aug. 15. “We have two current vacancies for active members,” city staff representative Heidi Rood said. The committee was established at the request of the Casper City...
WCA Hall of Fame Inductee Wenett Martin
Volleyball coach Wenett Martin has been a successful at both Wright and Thunder Basin High Schools and was inducted into the Wyoming Coaches Association Hall of Fame back on Saturday in Casper. Her teams in Wright won 4 State Championships in 2A, including a 3-pear from 2014-16. Those Panther squads...
Visit the Lander Art Center for the Opening of the Red Desert Audubon Art Show and Don’t Miss Out on Kids ART DAY CAMPS!
The Lander Art Center is buzzing with activity this summer, and there are some exciting updates to share with you!. The LAC is thrilled to announce the opening of the Red Desert Audubon Art Show on July 26th! This exhibition features stunning artwork inspired by the native Wyoming flora and fauna, created by talented artists from our community.
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