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Utility bill payers will have online options; many have costs to join
CASPER, Wyo. — Casper residents will soon have some more choices for a less bothersome way to pay for their monthly utility bills for water, sewer and trash collection, city officials said Tuesday. Printing and mailing utility bills costs the city money, according to a July 8 memo to...
Celebrate Your Heroes and Make a Difference Through the Annual Flags for Heroes Fundraiser
The Meridian Trust North Star Foundation is hosting its fifth annual Flags for Heroes fundraiser this September. The beautiful flag display known as “Flags for Heroes” is a celebration of the people who have shaped and inspired you. A hero can be anyone in your life… military personnel, family members, healthcare workers, first responders, teachers, veterans, pastors, mentors, troop leaders, non-profit leaders, volunteers, friends and family…. just to name a few! You can honor the hero or heroes in your life by sponsoring a flag. Meridian Trust’s branches in Cheyenne along with Alliance and Scottsbluff in Nebraska, and Wellington, Colorado, will fly flags in these heroes’ names. Flags will be raised September 18th and remain up through September 25th.
It’s Wind River Days at Wind River Outdoor Company!
This weekend at the Wind River Outdoor Company is the 10th Anniversary celebration of Wind River Days!. Starting Friday July 26th, Wind River Outdoor Company will host daily specials, food, beer, vendors, and tons of unmatched deals on outdoor lifestyle gear. Everything in-store is 10% off, and select merchandise* is...
Stallions Fall to Laramie in Senior Night Doubleheader
ROCK SPRINGS – The Rock Springs Stallions faced a tough night on their home turf, losing both games of a doubleheader against the Laramie Rangers during their senior night. The Stallions fell 11-5 in the first game and 12-3 in the second, despite showing moments of resilience. In the...
Ty Martin named First Team All Conference for Raiders
The all-conference team for American Legion Baseball’s Class A teams was announced yesterday. First team selection included the Riverton Raiders’ Ty Martin, who was a unanimous selection. During the Roy Peck tournament championship game back in June, Martin hit a walkoff game winner with two outs. In 2023, Martin earned second team honors as a member of the Lander Legends.
Wyoming Legion Baseball ‘AA’ ‘A’ and ‘B’ State Tournaments 2024
Casper (AA), Powell (A) and Torrington (B) are the host sites for the 2024 Wyoming Legion Baseball State Tournaments. The AA and A tournaments are played with the modified double-elimination format. The first 2 days proceed like a regular double-elimination tournament. On Day 3 there are 3 games…2 elimination games,...
TSCAR to host free mountain bike maintenance and safety course Weds
JACKSON, Wyo. — Mountain bikers are invited to a free event Wednesday evening to learn about bike maintenance and first aid. Teton County Search and Rescue (TCSAR) and Hoback Sports will be putting on the hands-on workshop Wednesday, July 24 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Hoback Sports’ store, located at 520 W Broadway.
Trump to attend Jackson fundraiser in August
JACKSON, Wyo. — Former President Donald Trump is scheduled to appear at an exclusive campaign fundraiser in Jackson on Saturday, Aug. 10, Buckrail has confirmed with the Teton County GOP. Mary Martin, president of the Teton County GOP, told Buckrail that the candidate will attend a fundraiser for his...
Logan Hay’s 87-Point Ride on Bobs Alibi Advances Him to the Semifinals of Cheyenne Frontier Days
Canadian saddle bronc rider Logan Hay is showing up and showing out at the Cheyenne Frontier Days. Matched up with Dakota Rodeo’s Bobs Alibi in Performance 4, he rode for 87 points. “Yeah, that’s a great horse. (She) actually came from Canada, my good friend Bill Fessler raised (her)....
Rodeo Star Cole Elshere Prepares for Ambidextrous Challenges After Injury
Injury forces saddle bronc rider to challenge his ambidextrous ability by switching riding arms in a bid to stay competitive, following a right bicep tear during a rodeo in Cheyenne, Wyo. Yes, But. The effectiveness of riding with the "off arm" in competition is uncertain, considering challenges such as safe...
NHSFR Champions Are Crowned In Rock Springs, Wyoming
This past weekend concluded the largest youth rodeo completion in the world, showcasing over 1,800 of the world's best high school rodeo athletes from five countries and nearly every state. The competition widdled down to the top 20 short-go qualifiers, with the champions rising to the top of a competitive field.
Dubois celebrates the region’s western heritage, July 26, 27
DUBOIS, Wyo. — The Dubois Chamber of Commerce is wrangling up all things cowboys and cowgirls with a rodeo, brewfest and free live music this weekend. The lineup of western events kicks off on July 26 at 7:30 p.m. with the Dubois Friday Night Rodeo. Later that evening (Time TBD) the Dubois Western Activities Association is hosting the Outside Circle Show at the Rustic Pine Tavern. This free performance highlights the authentic sounds of working cowboy music.
ART IN THE BEARTOOTHS QUICK FINISH AND LIVE AUCTION THIS WEEKEND
Don’t miss the annual Art in the Beartooths Quick Finish and Live Auction on Saturday, Aug. 3 at the Red Lodge Ales Event Center. Art in the Beartooths is a major fundraising event for the Carbon County Arts Guild & Depot Gallery. There are two components to the fundraiser. A silent auction exhibition and sale of that takes place until 7 p.m. on Aug. 5. The second component of Art in the Beartooths is the Quick Finish and Live Auction on Saturday, Aug. 5. At this event they showcase the works and talents of 20 local and regional artists.
Two GOP attorneys general say Biden education secretary committed Hatch Act violations
Two Republican state attorneys general are accusing Education Secretary Miguel Cardona of “flagrant” Hatch Act violations over comments made about the Biden administration’s student loan transfer scheme. In a letter to the Hatch Act unit special counsel on Wednesday, Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen (R) and Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach (R) said Cardona made […]
New $7-10 million proposal for Daylis Stadium fixes is 'doable,' superintendent says
BILLINGS — Billings Public Schools superintendent Dr. Erwin Garcia believes that an estimated $7-10 million proposal to give Daylis Stadium some much-needed renovations in time for the 2025-26 school year is "doable," he said in an interview with The Billings Gazette and 406 MT Sports on Thursday morning. The...
200+ Lightning Strikes Reported in Western Montana Following Storm
As Western Montana cleans up after the epic severe thunderstorm that saw winds reportedly over 100 mph. With traffic lights down, power needing to be restored, there was also another aspect to the storm that may cause more problems, and that is the lightning. It may be a day or...
Outrage In Yellowstone! Grizzly Bear Killed By Wildlife Officials & Left With Head & Paws Cut Off
A photo of a dead grizzly bear with its head and paws cut off has caused an uproar, especially after learning it was a beloved bear known to the Yellowstone community. Early Monday morning, the gruesome photo of the bear was captured by a guide on the Yellowstone River near Gardiner.
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