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Clearwater Fire burns through 100 acres in Shoshone National Forest in Park County WY
PARK COUNTY, Wyo. - On Saturday, Park County Sheriff's Office (PCSO) provided an update on the 100-acre Clearwater Fire located 11 miles west of Wapiti, WY. PCSO says the Clearwater Fire was started by lightning on Friday July 19, 2024, in the early afternoon. The fire is currently 0% contained.
Cody Is Chosen For The State Shooting Complex Site
Cody has another reason to celebrate as a world-class tourist destination. The state’s task force, made up of people from all over Wyoming from various backgrounds, has awarded Cody as the place to have a $10M state shooting complex built, which is estimated to bring in millions of dollars to Park County and the state.
First lady Jennie Gordon on family, agriculture and growing into a role she never expected
BUFFALO — It was all hands on deck at the Merlin Ranch east of Buffalo. A crew of about 16 had assembled on a sunny, late-May morning to brand and vaccinate the ranch’s cattle. It is hard, dirty, physical work, and it is deeply satisfying for Wyoming’s first lady Jennie Gordon. “It’s very soothing to be up there and see the mountains,” Gordon said of the Merlin Ranch. ...
Temperatures and fire danger concern on the rise
CHEYENNE, Wyo. (Wyoming News Now) - While we progress through the remainder of the weekend and into next week, we are in for some warmer temperatures again. Unfortunately, we are also in for some increasing concerns for some fire danger across our area. Red Flag Warnings are in effect from Noon to 8 PM Sunday through south central to central Wyoming, along with Fire Weather Watches into portions of southeast Wyoming. The combination of relative humidity values down to 10%, gusty winds, and even thunderstorms producing very little rain could result in critical fire weather conditions.
3 members of Nelons, Hall of Fame gospel group, among 7 killed in Wyoming plane crash
Three members of the Georgia-based family gospel group, the Nelons, are among seven people killed in a plane crash in Wyoming Friday, according to a statement from Gaither Music Group, the family’s management company.
The Shocking Wyoming Destination Thrillist Listed as a ‘Must-Visit Small Town’
It's always great to see Wyoming towns make a national list, especially when those towns aren't named Jackson, Cheyenne or even Casper. We have so many beautiful places that don't get the shine they deserve. That's why it was nice to see a list by travel website, Thrillist, which listed...
Wyoming Braces for Severe Storms and Thunderstorms Through 8 PM
Cheyenne, WY – Wyoming residents should prepare for an active day of showers and thunderstorms, as severe weather is expected to continue through 8 PM. The National Weather Service in Cheyenne issued a warning stating that storms have already started developing and will persist throughout the evening hours. According...
Rachel Bailey named Wyoming Community Foundation director of philanthropy
LARAMIE – The Wyoming Community Foundation (WYCF) and its Board of Directors announced Rachel Bailey as its new director of philanthropy. Bailey started her position at WYCF in June. Originally from Wyoming, Bailey has a long record of nonprofit service, which directly benefits communities. She most recently served as the executive director of Food Bank of Wyoming. Before that, she worked with the American Cancer Society and the Wyoming Symphony Orchestra. Earlier this year, she was selected as one of USA TODAY’s Women of the...
Wyoming to Experience High Temperatures and Storms This Weekend
Cheyenne, WY – Wyoming residents should brace for high temperatures and possible thunderstorms this weekend. The National Weather Service in Cheyenne forecasts highs in the upper 80s to near 100°F, with the highest likelihood of storms occurring on Saturday. The detailed forecast for the weekend indicates that temperatures...
Successes of educational programs touted during governor’s public forum
SHERIDAN — Officials touted the successes of several programs in Wyoming schools and colleges aimed toward economic development during a Tuesday town hall with Gov. Mark Gordon at Sheridan College. Wyoming Innovation Partnership, Career and Technical Education programs and the Reimagining and Innovating the Delivery of Education initiative have been successful in Sheridan’s schools, according to Gordon, Sheridan County School District 2 Superintendent Scott Stults and Northern Wyoming Community College District President Walt Tribley. ...
Outstanding Stewardship: S&W Livestock earns the 2024 Environmental Stewardship Award
Each year, the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) presents the Environmental Stewardship Award which recognizes outstanding stewardship practices and conservation achievements of U.S. cattle producers across the nation. State, regional and national award winners are selected for their commitment to protecting the environment and improving fish and wildlife habitats...
Wyoming Legion Baseball B State Tournament Scoreboard: July 25-29, 2024
Torrington hosts the 2024 Wyoming American Legion Baseball Class ‘B’ State Championship Tournament from July 25-29. These teams are either the second or third tier in programs around the state. The players are 17 years old and younger. Eight teams are part of a double-elimination bracket. All games are seven innings in length. The tournament games are at Bullock Field located at the Torrington Sports Complex.
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