Mia Johnson

“Freedom is always a cause for celebration and this is a momentous day in our nation’s history. I encourage people to observe this commemoration of the full enactment of the Emancipation Proclamation, which embodies the values of all Americans,” Governor Gordon said.

Governor Mark Gordon has announced that up to $6.5 million of remaining CARES Act funds will be used to fund capacity expansion at Wyoming State Parks and Historic Sites. This will expand opportunities for people to spend time outside in the state, boost tourism and address overcrowding caused by COVID-19.

The board will receive recommendations to approve the accreditation of 47 school districts, as well as one school district accredited with support for the 2021-22 school year. Additionally, the board will consider the annual accreditation of 13 institutional schools.

The Bentonite Performance Minerals, LLC of Colony, WY has applied for a mining permit from the Land Quality Division of the Department of Environmental Quality for the State of Wyoming.

Annex Gaming was welcomed into downtown Cheyenne less than three weeks ago. An extension of the Geek Garage, Annex Gaming is the first to bring an innovative gaming option to the Capitol City.

“This funding really can provide fantastic opportunities for both the humanities and the state,” said Shawn Reese, executive director of Wyoming Humanities. “The innovation behind these projects is exactly the reason we provide Spark Grants to Wyoming communities and non-profits.”

The purpose of the charrette is to determine the potential location of a new public trail connecting Evansville to the Casper Rail Trail south of Yellowstone Highway (US-20/26).

Culex mosquito activity near homes, businesses, and recreation areas pose a public health risk.

The Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) continues to seek public input on the state’s behavioral health system through a series of planned meetings.

We can all do better by taking the extra few seconds to buckle up and make sure everyone else in your vehicle is wearing a seatbelt before you head out to a destination.

Superday is an annual celebration hosted by the City of Cheyenne Community Recreation & Events Department to promote greater awareness of the value and availability of local recreation and leisure activities.

At approximately 8:00 PM tonight, Casper Fire-EMS was called to a structure fire in the 500 block of East 12th Street.

During the call, the scammer impersonates a police officer asking for local support.

Please use caution in the outdoors as fires are becoming increasingly easier to ignite and grow.

Investigators determined the fire was accidental and caused by smoking materials disposed on the back deck of the house. Wind was a factor in igniting and accelerating the fire.

“These grants demonstrate our steadfast commitment to keeping equity at the center of everything we do,” said CDC Director Rochelle P. Walensky, MD, MPH. “They are an important step in our unwavering efforts to strengthen our communities’ readiness for public health emergencies—and to helping everyone in America have equal opportunities for health.”

In learning more about him, the donor shared that he felt passionate about somehow using the funds to help the children of our community grow into successful adults. Together, pursuant to the donor’s wishes, the OurCommunity OurYouth Scholarship fund was born.

Visitors to the Medicine Bow-Routt National Forests and Thunder Basin National Grassland (MBRTB) may purchase $5 day use passes and $30 annual day use passes online at Recreation.gov, via a mobile device at the site or in advance.

This year, there are 28 teams of two anglers each, and each team is randomly assigned a professional guide, courtesy of Wyoming Fly Fishing Guide Service and Crazy Rainbow Fly Fishing. Proceeds will go to care for those struggling with homelessness at Wyoming Rescue Mission.

The City of Laramie was the proud recipient of a Blue Sky Award from Rocky Mountain Power in 2020 to support the installation of solar panels to serve the Laramie Community Recreation Center and the Ice & Event Center.

The City of Cheyenne will hold a Committee of the Whole Meeting to discuss the fiscal year 2022 proposed budget on Wednesday, June 9th at 6 p.m

Five stream segments of crucial native trout habitat are proposed for streamflow protection in Wyoming.

“These are dollars borrowed by Congress from many generations yet to come, and if we are going to use them, in my mind, those future generations that will be paying for them must also benefit from them,” Gov. Gordon said. “ARPA funds, if we are to use them, must be for the greater benefit of Wyoming citizens, not for a few shiny distractions.”

The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) approved the proposed Math WY-TOPP assessment blueprints and provided final approval of revisions to Chapter 6 Accreditation Rules at its meeting on May 26.

Thursday morning was a hoot. I met with a couple of third grade classes at Hobbs Elementary. I asked them “what do you think a mayor does?”. We spent 45 minutes answering that question.

U.S. Forest Service morns the loss of wildland firefighter Tim Hart who was fighting fire in New Mexico.

“This event is put together so we can help develop a much more resilient and fire-prepared forest on Casper Mountain because it has been so prone to forest fires in high drought summers, and it looks like we are heading into one of those,” said Donna Hoffman, UW Extension educator.

The WHP will participate in the national Secure Your Load Day on June 6th, 2021. Governor Gordon has signed a proclamation recognizing June 6th as “Secure Your Load Day” in Wyoming.”

A week dedicated to highlighting the importance of stopping the spread of invasive species, PlayCleanGo Awareness Week aims to educate recreationists about quick and easy ways to responsibly enjoy the outdoors without spreading invasive plants or pests.

With approximately 750 guests in attendance, the Pathways Innovation Center Open House was a resounding success celebrating the distinguished accomplishments of students throughout the year while showcasing the incredible opportunities available to NCSD students.

“All applications received were outstanding and our selection committee was impressed with the quality of applicants,” Collins said. “The 2021-22 Mayor’s Youth Council will be well-represented by the public high schools as well as the homeschool communities.”

The district plans to approach summer school with these same guidelines unless health orders change.

"The core issue of reaffirming a state’s constitutionally protected access to markets remains unresolved and I urge the Supreme Court to continue with the case. "

Muddy Mountain Road is the primary access route to the Muddy Mountain Environmental Education Area, which includes the Rim and Lodgepole campgrounds and numerous recreation trails.

“Last year was tough for many, including the travel and tourism industry,” said Brook Kaufman, CEO of Visit Casper. “And while our budgets were tightened as a result, we know that supporting events will help our tourism economy recover, which is important to our community.”

This public health order will require students, teachers, school staff and visitors in public and private K-12 schools to wear face coverings from June 1, 2021 through June 11, 2021. This order is consistent with the current Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines which specifically recommend ongoing mask wearing in K-12 schools through the end of the academic year.

This application of granular biological larvicide is targeted to control nuisance mosquito larvae in irrigated areas and floodwater, southwest, west, and northwest of the City of Laramie.

As municipalities are contemplating Sixth Penny Project resolutions to go on the ballot, Mayor Collins emphasizes the impact the Sales Tax projects have on the surrounding communities.

The University has already demolished Wyo Hall to make room for one of the new dormitories. This dormitory will also feature a new dining hall to eventually replace Washakie.

“I kind of hit rock bottom; I ended up in Comea here in town and from there, my life has changed completely, and with their help and the help of the community, it has put me where I am at today,” said Jason Pearl, Cheyenne resident.

The Wyoming Department of Education (WDE) is receiving public comment regarding changes to the Chapter 2 Rules regarding the Minimum Standards for Wyoming Student Transportation Vehicles.

Crews with Streamline Markings, LLC. and the Wyoming Department of Transportation will be working on a project this summer that focuses on pavement striping and markings along key routes in Laramie County.

The woman reportedly shot the man, then called police to report the incident and remained on scene.

"This summer is going to be, if I can say one word for Cheyenne, it is going to be fun. We have Cheyenne Frontier Days coming back, we have our Fridays on the Plaza back, all our events like the Botanic Gardens and places like that are opened up again. I'm really excited about getting back out and having people getting together for the summer," said Mayor Collins.

The classes start on June 14 and run through July 22. Parents will be able to request classes on either Mondays/Wednesdays or Tuesdays/Thursdays. The classes will run half an hour, anywhere from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Every few years, the city, county and surrounding municipalities get the opportunity to request funding for projects. County Commissioners, the City and localized officials work to determine what projects are made a priority.

The Wyoming Game and Fish Department will hold a free Bear Wise workshop to address ongoing issues with black bears in and around of Curt Gowdy State Park.

Wyoming State Parks, Historic Sites and Trails is partnering with the Rockies Audubon Society, among others, to bring back the in-person Wyoming BioBlitz.

Fort Caspar Museum is proud to be a Blue Star Museum again this summer. We join over 2,000 museums across America to offer free admission to active duty military personnel and their families in collaboration with the National Endowment for the Arts, Blue Star Families, and the Department of Defense.

En Avant Dance is proud to present Warrior Women, a student showcase, on Friday, June 18, 2021. This event is a fundraiser for the Wyoming Breast Cancer Initiative (WBCI) at the Cheyenne Civic Center.