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Family Planning Receives Grant for New Equipment
ROCK SPRINGS – Western Wyoming Family Planning is the recipient of a grant that will help it purchase new equipment. The United Way of Southwest Wyoming recently awarded the organization a $7,275 grant to purchase a new exam bed, exam light, a colposcope, and an Autoclave. Alex Roberson, the director of Western Wyoming Family Planning, said the new equipment not only upgrades what they already have but also helps improve the services they offer. The light in particular is a needed upgrade because Roberson said the clinical provider often uses her chin to readjust it while conducting an exam.
Gillette man receives 125-month sentence for cocaine, firearm possession
GILLETTE, Wyo. — A Gillette man will spend the next decade in prison following his recent sentencing in federal court for drug and firearm possession, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office. Giovanny Bustamante Ibarra, 21, of Gillette, was sentenced to 125 months in prison on July 22 for...
Riverton City Council approves modified EDGE funding agreements for CDS, Java Java
(Riverton, WY) – The Riverton City Council approved modified agreements for two local businesses receiving economic development tax funds during its meeting on July 16, 2024. Child Development Services of Fremont County (CDS) and Java Java, a coffee shop, requested changes to their original funding agreements with the city’s...
The Lifeline of Community: The Vital Role of Non-Profits in Upton, Wyoming
Non-profit organizations are the backbone of any thriving community, and Upton, Wyoming, is no exception. These entities not only address immediate needs but also enrich the cultural and social fabric of the town. Through community building, cultural enrichment, and collaborative growth, non-profits play a pivotal role in fostering a strong, vibrant Upton.
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 Heat Wave: Critical Fire Weather Conditions Expected Thursday
Cheyenne, WY – Wyoming is preparing for potentially dangerous weather conditions Thursday, with high temperatures and strong winds creating a critical fire weather situation. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Cheyenne has issued a Fire Weather Watch for parts of southeastern Wyoming from noon to 9 PM on Thursday.
Wyoming Legion Baseball ‘A’ State Tournament Scoreboard: July 27-31, 2024
Powell hosts the 2024 Wyoming American Legion Baseball Class ‘A’ State Tournament from July 27-31. It is an eight-team, modified, double-elimination bracket. The Powell Pioneers are the defending Class A State Champions. It was their first championship since 2010. Six of the eight teams were in last year’s field. Also, thanks to a gate sponsor, there is no fee to attend the games.
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...
Mailers circulate false claims Wyoming lawmakers voted to remove Trump from ballot
The Wyoming Legislature has never in its history considered, debated or voted on any proposal to remove former President Donald Trump from the ballot in any election, in any state. Political mailers sent by the officially registered WY Freedom PAC to Laramie, Fremont and Sweetwater county voters this week claim otherwise. “[He] voted with the RADICAL LEFT to remove President Trump from the ballot,” according to glossy postcards targeting Reps. Lloyd Larsen, R-Lander; Cody Wylie, R-Rock Springs; and Dan Zwonitzer, R-Cheyenne. ...
Legislative task force forwards bill to allow housing on government land
SHERIDAN — The Wyoming Legislature’s Regulatory Reduction Task Force last week reviewed a Joint Corporations Committee bill to allow the state to facilitate large-scale affordable housing development on government land. The task force identifies areas where state regulations place undue burdens on Wyoming industries, ultimately suggesting changes to Wyoming law to help facilitate economic activity. While current state statute does not explicitly allow government land to be used as housing,...
Natrona County Arrest Log (7/23/24 – 7/24/24)
This log may not reflect all arrests for this time period. For example, police will not release any information about juvenile arrests. State law prohibits any official from identifying a person accused of a sex crime until the defendant is arraigned in district court. Everyone listed here is presumed innocent...
PHOTOS: Crews tackling wildland fire on Casper Mountain Tuesday evening
CASPER, Wyo. — Fire crews are working a wildland fire on the east side of Casper Mountain on Tuesday, July 23. A Casper Firefighters Facebook post around 5:30 p.m. said that the Natrona County Fire District, Evansville Fire-EMS and Bureau of Land Management are engaging resources, including a helicopter.
Riverton man charged in February 19 manslaughter case pled ‘not guilty;’ jury trial set
All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. (Riverton, WY) – 33 year-old Quinn Duran of Riverton pled “not guilty” to manslaughter and aggravated assault and battery at his July 16 arraignment. His jury trial was set for November 4. Duran was...
Downtown county offices closed; suspicious parcel being investigated
CASPER, Wyo. — According to a post by the Natrona County Sheriff’s Office, downtown county offices in Casper were closed to the public Tuesday afternoon while law enforcement investigated a suspicious parcel. The suspicious parcel turned out to be food, but law enforcement needed to figure that out...
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