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Join SageWest in saving lives – Blood Drives on August 20 and 21
SageWest Health Care is proud to announce two upcoming blood drives that allow our community to make a significant impact. On Tuesday, August 20, head over to the SageWest Riverton campus, and on Wednesday, August 21, visit the SageWest Lander campus to participate in these life-saving events. Giving blood is...
Violence, abuse, neglect top issues in new community health needs report
JACKSON, Wyo. — Violence, abuse and neglect are among the top issues of concern in Teton County, according to the new 2024 Community Health Needs Assessment. Every three years since 2015, the Teton County Health Department (TCHD) and St. John’s Health (SJH) have compiled a report identifying pressing health needs in Teton County by examining existing data and conducting an accompanying survey of the community. This year, Voices Jackson Hole, an agency focused on immigrant communities in the Jackson area, joined the collaboration.
Ryder Wright Moves on to Cheyenne Semifinals With 87 Points on Thursday Afternoon
Ryder Wright has not been to the Finals in Cheyenne since a second place finish to his brother Stetson in 2021. On Thursday afternoon, he took the crucial first step to get back there by winning Performance 6 with 87 points on Summit Pro Rodeo’s Wandering Witch. “I knew...
Christian Food Storehouse set to re-open Monday; volunteers needed Sunday
(Riverton, WY) – After a fire in mid-May this year damaged the Christian Food Storehouse in Riverton at 219 N. 3rd St. E., the food bank is now poised to re-open on Monday at 2:30 p.m. Volunteers are needed on Sunday, July 28, to help with cleaning and other...
Phase 1 of ‘War’ updates will be ready for home opener
• Loge seating and new press box coming next year. The University of Wyoming football team will open their season on the road against new Big-12 member Arizona State on August 31 in Tempe but the Cowboys will be hosting the University of Idaho Vandals on September 7 to open their home slate. It will be on that date that fans and ticket holders will have the chance to experience some of the new additions to War Memorial Stadium.
Air Quality Alert extended as hazy conditions continue, thunderstorms to develop this evening
MONTANA - Today, the Air Quality Alert has been extended and is projected to expire in the morning on Monday. This is still in effect for the Anaconda, Hamilton, Butte, and Drummond areas. The air quality read in Hamilton was "Dangerous" as of last evening, but has reached "Moderate" today.
Rapid Response and Monitoring For Glacier National Park Fire
With all the effort that goes into lengthy trips to one of Montana's crown jewels, tourists sure don't needed added stress. So many people. The big investment of time, travel and money. Other unexpected occurrences. Which can include fires. Glacier National Park officials reported a new fire start Tuesday evening...
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.
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...
Montana Shakespeare in the Parks bring Hamlet to Afton
Montana Shakespeare in the Parks, in collaboration with the Star Valley Arts Council, is bringing Shakespeare’s iconic tragedy, “Hamlet,” to the stage on the lawns of the Kodiak Mountain Resort, located in Afton at 82717 US-89 on Monday, July 29 at 6 p.m. A preshow, featuring local musicians, begins at 5:15. Admission to any MSIP production is always free.
Final CFD 2024 Pancake Breakfast Draws Thousands
Slightly more people were served free Cheyenne Frontier Days Pancake Breakfasts this year compared to 2023 numbers, according to event organizers. Friday was the third and final such breakfast for 2024. Kiwanis Club of Cheyenne Pancake Chairman Justin Gorman told Townsquare Media of Cheyenne that 6,159 such breakfasts were served...
Hadley Thompson is the 2023-24 WyoPreps Athlete of the Year for Girls Rodeo [VIDEO]
Yoder’s Hadley Thompson had quite the high school rodeo season and received the first WyoPreps Athlete of the Year award for Girls Rodeo. The honor was presented by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming and Wyld Gear. Thompson was the season all-around champ, won one event, and placed in the top five of four others. She also had a terrific showing at the National High School Finals Rodeo (NHSFR).
Cheyenne Performance 6: Winning Rides and Runs
The Semifinals are officially set at the Daddy of ‘em All after Thursday afternoon’s performance. No. 17 Waylon Bourgeois, 84.5 Points on Smith Pro Rodeo’s Cactus Black. No. 6 Ryder Wright, 87 Points on Summit Pro Rodeo’s Wandering Witch. No. 32 Madalyn Richards, 4.3 Seconds. No....
Brody Cress Aims for Fourth CFD Title Despite Disqualification
Brody Cress, a rodeo competitor, maintains a focused approach when riding, particularly at Cheyenne Frontier Days, where family and friends are present, and the rodeo holds personal significance. This year, Cress rode in front of his newborn son, adding a new layer of emotion and motivation to his performance. Cress...
New study sheds light on sage grouse breeding habits in presence of wind farms
CASPER, Wyo. — A recently released study, authored in part by a University of Wyoming professor, suggests that wind energy developments may have similar impacts on the mating rituals of the greater sage grouse as other forms of energy facilities when turbine density is high. Dr. Jeffrey Beck, from...
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