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Big Boy Travels Back To Cheyenne From California
Photo – Union Pacific Railroad’s Big Boy steam engine #4014 – Bigfoot99 file photo. Union Pacific Railroad’s “Big Boy” is coming back through Carbon County this week as the historic locomotive makes the return trip to Cheyenne after a swing through California this month.
Body found at Mirror Lake identified as Colorado man
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — The Albany County Sheriff’s Office identified the body found at Mirror Lake on July 4 as James Bitner, 56, of Blackhawk, Colorado. Deputies received a report of a deceased individual near Mirror Lake around 8 p.m. Upon arrival, they confirmed the presence of a deceased person, initially referred to as “John Doe.”
Brewers Gear up for Riverfest to Support Expansion of Community Trails in Casper
The 32nd annual Riverffest is happening August 10 in Casper at Crossroads Park. The event is FREE, but for unlimited sips of beer you must purchase a ticket. This year's event welcomes local and regional breweries like Melvin and Wind River Brewing, and Casper-area distributors bringing samples of craft beer to tickle your tastebuds.
Farmer’s market to kick off
TORRINGTON – On Thursday, August 1, during Goshen County Day, the community is in for a real treat as the Torrington Farmer’s Market begins their 2024 market schedule during the Goshen County Fair. Markets are scheduled to run from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. “The Torrington Farmer’s Market...
Semi truck route changes in Yoder
YODER – In a recent letter to the town of Yoder residents, mayor Norm Feagler expressed his disapproval of a recent decision made by the council during the July 8 meeting which would allow semi trucks in the town limits. “I totally agree that we as a town, should...
An update on the damage around Missoula
NonStop Local has the latest on the damage around Missoula and what you need to know after the storm. A storm that hit Missoula Wednesday night left thousands without power and has several roads and rivers closed due to damage and debris.
Montanans Voice Anger Over Possible Planned Outages.
Montana is currently in the middle of a heatwave. Folks from all over the state are doing their best to stay cool, especially those without air conditioning. While many folks are rushing out to buy portable ACs, fans, and other devices that might help them take on the heat, recent news from NorthWestern Energy raised more than one eyebrow when the company said they're preparing for the possibility of planned outages.
Industry groups challenge BLM’s new public lands conservation rule
Several industry groups are challenging a new rule from the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) that puts conservation on equal footing with other uses on agency-managed lands. Traditionally, companies have sought leases for various uses on BLM’s 245 million acres, including mining, logging, grazing, oil and gas drilling and recreation. Now, under the new Public Lands Rule which went into effect in June, parties can also apply for leases to do “restoration” or “mitigation” work.
UW’s Wyoming SBDC Network to Participate in NSF Proposal Lab Aug. 8
Small-business owners and researchers will have the opportunity to submit Phase 1 proposals during the National Science Foundation (NSF) SBIR/STTR Proposal Lab Thursday, Aug. 8. The Wyoming Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Network, the Montana Innovation Partnership and the New Mexico Federal and State Technology partnership program will participate in...
2024 Lander Pig Roast, balloon walk continued mission to raise awareness for mental health, suicide prevention
(Lander, WY) – The 4th annual Lander Community Pig Roast may have been cut short by a storm this past weekend, but despite the weather over 2,000 plates of free food were served and dozens of volunteers continued their mission of raising mental health awareness. The unofficial kick-off to...
The new Hotel Yellowstone Jackson Hole will be for adults only
Wyoming's Jackson Hole will welcome a new adults-only hotel on Aug. 1. Situated atop the East Gros Ventre Butte, the Hotel Yellowstone at Jackson Hole promises easy access to the region's outdoor attractions, including Grand Teton National Park (5 miles) and Yellowstone National Park (60 miles). The property claims to...
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