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'Dig It Days' in Billings offers free Montana Fair tickets this year
BILLINGS, Mont. - The Montana Fair brings fun for the whole family, and this year, fairgoers have the opportunity to experience more of it for free. The popular "Dig It Days" event will be held the last two days of the Montana Fair on August 16 and 17 from 12-6 p.m.
Body of missing hiker recovered in East Rosebud Creek
The body of missing hiker Dylan Honnoll has been recovered from the Beartooth Mountains northwest of Red Lodge, Montana. His body, which was completely submerged under the fast moving water, was located by ground search crews on Tuesday, July 23. Search and Rescue team members met a specially trained crew from Two Bear Air Rescue from Kalispell to coordinate the recovery. The skilled helicopter crew was able to hover over the rapids in the steep canyon and lower a rescuer to recover Dylan.
Record-setting Laurel teen Taylor Slyder wins Daisy National BB Gun Championship
LAUREL — From the banks of Riverside Park near Laurel, one can see anything from boating to fishing on the Yellowstone River to walking dogs along trails. But inside a rustic building not far from the riverbank is where the mark of a national champion has been made. “You...
New law extends cancer benefits to firefighters
POWELL — When a garage fire ignited in Powell in late May, firefighters rushed to the scene in their bunkers and fitted their personal protective equipment on scene, ready for any and all dangers to extinguish the fire. The volunteers didn’t know what was in the garage, but, if similar to most garages, it could have been filled with an assortment of dangerous chemicals, both stored on shelves and in the structure including building materials. Firefighters don’t choose which fires to fight. They just fight. ...
Four family members of beloved gospel group The Nelons among 7 killed in horror plane crash on route to concert
THE Nelons - America's beloved gospel family - have been involved in a fatal plane crash on route to a concert. Seven people died in the horror crash including four members of the family in Jason and Kelly Nelon Clark, their daughter Amber and son-in-law Nathan Kistler. The families assistant...
Torrential Monsoon Rains, Flooding Possible In SE Wyoming
The Cheyenne Office of the National Weather Service says torrential rains leading to flooding are possible in southeast Wyoming today and especially on Saturday [July 27]. The agency posted the following on its website: brief return of monsoon moisture is expected on Friday and Saturday. This will bring scattered to numerous storms to the area during the afternoon and evening. Torrential rains could exist in these storms which could lead to possible flooding concerns on both days.
Service Spotty At Wyoming’s Only International Airport Since Death Of Customs Agent
CASPER — The death of a U.S. Customs and Border Protection officer in Casper two months ago continues to complicate the Casper/Natrona County International Airport’s international service and trade zone opportunities. Longtime agent John “Dale” Leatham, who provided customs services for 48 years in Wyoming, died in May....
Anderson represents LHS in North-South All-Star basketball game
Recent Lovell High School graduate Parker Anderson was selected to compete for the North team in the annual Wyoming Coaches Association North vs. South All-Star boys basketball game held at Casper College on Saturday as the North defeated the South 80-69. After a week full of practicing and team bonding activities to get to know one another, the graduated seniors from around the state took the court on Saturday for one final game of their high school careers.
CFD Rodeo 2024: Semifinal 1 results and highlights
CHEYENNE, Wyo. (Wyoming News Now) - The first semifinal of the CFD Rodeo saw some of the best performances of the week! From the fastest barrel race to the highest score in bull riding, we have you covered. Here are the cowboys and cowgirls from each event that will ride...
Casey Childers Of Sheridan Sentenced To Life In Prison For Murder Of Montana Woman
A Sheridan man has been sentenced for killing a Montana woman in Colorado. Casey Childers was sentenced to life in prison without parole, after a jury found him guilty of first degree murder, second degree kidnapping, and conspiracy to commit second degree kidnapping. According to court documents filed in Castle...
Western Receives National Science Foundation Advanced Technological Education Grant
Western Wyoming Community College (Western) has received a $337,344 Advanced Technological Education (ATE) grant from the National Science Foundation, the U.S. government’s independent science agency. The three-year grant will fund the College’s HyFlex initiative. The project aims to transform information technology (IT) support and cybersecurity credential attainment through a HyFlex (hyper-flexible) educational offerings and curriculum aligned with industry standards and certifications.
One22’s school supplies drive runs through Aug. 15
JACKSON, Wyo. — Even though it’s still the dog days of summer, a new school year is right around the corner. Some working families in Jackson might need assistance with the financial burden of back-to-school shopping. One22 Resource Center has brought back its school supplies drive, running now through Aug. 15, to meet this need. One22 is anticipating at least 200 requests for assistance with school supplies, so they’ve compiled a list of needed items drawn from the Teton County School District’s classroom supply lists.
Life Steps Campus Community Garden in Casper Designated as a USDA People’s Garden
For the past decade, the community garden at Life Steps Campus has been providing free, sustainably grown food to the community. The garden was built 10 years ago through partnerships with Casper Housing Authority, volunteers and community members, is maintained by Casper Housing Authority and the City of Casper. The...
Stallions fall in final conference games; state tournament up next
The Rock Springs American Legion baseball team completed their AA Conference season yesterday by dropping a road doubleheader at Jackson by scores of 5-1 and 5-2. The Stallions and Giants were playing for the conference #7 seed in next week’s AA State Tournament, which will be played in Casper. The two losses put Rock Springs into the #8 in the tournament.
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