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Summit County home to significant portion of Californians moving to Utah
The University of Utah’s Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute’s demographic insight report shows one in five transplants to Utah in 2022 were Californians. Because California has more people than any other place in the country, when it's residents move from place to place — making what's known as a domestic migration — they can have big impact on the population of their new home, whether that's a city or a state. In 2022, a total of 18,669, or 2.3% of all Californian's who moved came to Utah.
Traffic Stop on I-25 Near Cheyenne Leads to Meth, Felony Charge
An Arizona man is facing a felony drug possession charge after a Wyoming Highway Patrol trooper reportedly found methamphetamine in his SUV. According to a booking sheet, 31-year-old Phoenix resident Josue Martinez was stopped at mile marker 19 on Interstate 25 on Tuesday. Search Leads to 25.4 Grams of Meth.
Cowgirls soccer with road tie/volleyball team picked sixth in MW
The University of Wyoming soccer team opened the 2024 regular season yesterday with a 0-0 tie at Washington. The contest was played at Husky Stadium in Seattle. After the contest, new Wyoming Head Soccer Coach Josh Purdum stated, “This was another quality road opponent that tested us. “They were very physical, well-sized, and very athletic. They tested our backline right off the bat.”
Urban Thistle Farm in Casper Hosting Community Work Days Aug. 16-17
After breaking ground in June 2024, the Urban Thistle Farm & Market is ready to start building the infrastructure of their vision. The former North Casper Elementary School site is a 4-acre property that has sat empty for nearly 10 years–"holding the promise of a bright future quietly in its emptiness" stated the owners, Casper Housing Authority (CHA), who purchased the property from the Natrona County School District.
Addie Plassmeyer and Carson Moniz Preview the Laramie High School Golf Season [VIDEO]
Laramie High School’s 2024 golf season is underway. Laramie has the first of five or six tournaments over the short six-week prep golf season in Wyoming on Thursday and Friday in Green River. Laramie is hoping to build with young players in the program, as they return just one state qualifier in junior Carson Moniz, who is considered one of the top players in the 4A boys’ ranks.
Casper Rec Center gym closes Friday–Sunday
CASPER, Wyo. — The Casper Recreation Center’s gymnasium will be closed Friday through Sunday due to a private rental, according to a press release. The cardio room, strength training room and locker rooms will still be available. The Recreation Center is pleased to host the Nittany Lions Legends...
Court chairs now available at Rec Center
JACKSON, Wyo. — Sports chairs are now available at the Teton County Community Recreation Center, according to Teton Adaptive. The chairs are free to use and need to be checked out. They can be used for a host of sports offered at the Rec Center, including tennis, pickeball, basketball and more, according to Teton Adaptive’s Instagram.
Man who threatened to ‘shoot up’ mission, library, Walmart to get in-patient psych evaluation
CASPER, Wyo. — A homeless man who moved to Casper from New York City last year and was arrested after threatening to “shoot up” several buildings will receive a long-awaited evaluation at the Wyoming State Hospital before he can be tried. Bryce Jacob Montesdeoca, 23, was charged...
Central's Joe Sawyer and Chase Talich sign to play basketball for Gillette College
CHEYENNE, Wyo. (Wyoming News Now) - A couple Central Basketball stars will be staying in-state for their college careers. Chase Talich and Joe Sawyer are headed up to play for Gillette college this season. Their ambition was to play at the next level together-- and after the Wyoming-Montana All-Star game in Gillette-- that goal quickly moved towards becoming a reality.
What's Up in Weston County Aug. 15-21
5-7PM Farmers Market - Newcastle Lodge Parking Lot. Fri. Aug. 16 8AM Congresswoman Harriet Hageman - WC Senior Center. 8:30AM Beltone Hearing Aid Clinic - WC Senior Center. 5-9PM Rain Barrel Art Auction - Downtown Newcastle. 5:30PM Bingo - VFW. 5:30PM Warm Summer Nights & Chokecherry Festival, Captain Pancake -...
2-Sport Athlete Katherine Beauchene Commits to Swim at Wyoming for 2024-25
Katherine Beauchene from Farmington Valley YMCA Tsunamis has committed to swim at the University of Wyoming in 2024-25. Current photo via Katherine Beauchene. Fitter and Faster Swim Camps is the proud sponsor of SwimSwam’s College Recruiting Channel and all commitment news. For many, swimming in college is a lifelong dream that is pursued with dedication and determination. Fitter and Faster is proud to honor these athletes and those who supported them on their journey.
Tigers Golf Team Set to Tee Off Season in Green River
GREEN RIVER – As the fall golf season kicks off, both the Rock Springs Tigers and the Green River Wolves are gearing up for their first competition of the year. Green River hosts Rock Springs, Cheyenne Central, Cheyenne East, Evanston, Jackson, Kemmerer, Laramie, Lyman, Pinedale, Riverton, and Star Valley in a two-day tournament held at the Rolling Green Country Club starting tomorrow.
Casper awaits study on employee pay compared to other cities
CASPER, Wyo. — The Casper City Council expects to hear the results of a consultant’s report on how the city’s employee pay structure compares to other markets by the end of the year. Laurie Graves, founder of Graves Consulting, informed the council at a work session Tuesday...
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