Smokey Bear started out as a cartoon campaign in the 1940′s. In the 1950′s, after a bear cub survived a large forest fire in New Mexico, the US Forest Service helped turn the “Smokey” bear cub into a legend, becoming a fire fighting icon 78 years later.
Gray is running for Secretary of State, and has been a supporter of Trump’s claims of the 2020 election. His campaign ads include promising to make “insecure ballot drop boxes used to commit fraud” and to make ballot manipulation and cheating a felony. Gray, a Republican state legislator representing House District 57, is running against fellow republicans Tara Nethercot, and Mark Armstrong.
In the filing, the plaintiffs argue that the abortion ban violates the Wyoming Constitution’s guarantee of right to health care access. They are also arguing the ban would cause “irreparable harm” to residents and abortion providers in the state.
Only 12 in each rodeo contest event qualify for Sunday’s Championship Finals. In Semifinals 2 on Saturday the top 6 in each event advanced, joining those who moved on from Semifinals 1 on Friday
The same day Wyoming’s abortion ban was expected to take effect, Teton County District Judge Melissa Owens granted a temporary restraining order blocking the ban immediately.
The Sugarloaf Mountain fire remains active this afternoon near Laramie Peak, in the Medicine Bow National Forest. The fire is around 400 acres in size as of this afternoon, it was first reported yesterday, and according to Albany County Emergency Management, it prompted evacuations late last night.
Pro-choice advocates in Wyoming are now trying to halt Wyoming’s pending abortion ban, through the courts. Governor Gordon certified Wyoming’s abortion trigger bill Friday. The bill is anticipated to go into effect on Wednesday according to authorities. A lawsuit filed in Teton county aims to slow or stop the process.
A large part of Cheyenne Frontier Days is the military. Its history here in Wyoming and involvement in the community. With Fort D.A. Russell Days, visitors can get a glimpse of that commitment.As CFD kicks off their festivities this week, so does the military, with historical re-enactment and displays. Fort D.A. Russell is one of the oldest continuously operated bases of national defense.
"I have certified House Bill 92 following the Attorney General’s analysis. I believe that the decision to regulate abortion is properly left to the states. As a pro-life Governor, my focus will continue to be on ensuring we are doing all we can to support Wyoming mothers, children and families." - Governor Mark Gordon
The threat of zebra and quagga mussels to Wyoming’s waters is closer than ever before. Last week zebra mussels were discovered in Pactola Reservoir, located 13 miles west of Rapid City, South Dakota, in the Black Hills. The reservoir is only 27 miles from the Wyoming border and is a popular boating destination for Wyoming and South Dakota residents.
Nationwide over 3 million workers have left the workforce since February of 2020. According to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce currently, there are over 11 million jobs that need to be filled. Beyond the pandemic, the workforce shortage is due to a few things, low immigration, inflation and early retirement.
As Wyoming continues to be one of the states with the highest suicide rates in the nation. Wyoming received a much-needed resource, in the newest national suicide prevention lifeline, on July 16th. The 988 suicide and crisis lifeline is being led by the Wyoming Department of Health’s behavioral health division.
National Guard units across the country are struggling to pull in recruits. With recruitment down, the Wyoming Air National Guard looks to cowboy up by working with another wing from across the country.
One man from Casper is being sentenced for the production of child pornography. Another man from Cheyenne is being sentenced for being a felon in possession of a firearm. The two will spend a combined 22-plus years in prison.
If you’ve been seeing the growing numbers of Monkey Pox splashed across headlines you are not alone. As a precaution, states are starting to receive a small number of doses, as a precautionary measure. Wyoming has received 42 doses of the Monkey Pox Jynneos vaccine. The CDC is sending out these vaccines to states, for post-exposure use, to help prevent infections.
Next week the U.S. Forest Service and partners will work together to eradicate Cheatgrass. Aerial spraying is planned for the Mullen Wildfire area and will take place over the next 8 weeks.
With inflation at a 40-year high, many families struggle to pay for the rising cost of basic needs while still keeping enough food on the table. Because of this, more families are seeking food assistance to stretch their budgets. The Food Bank of Wyoming is doing what it can to meet these needs but is also struggling.
If you were hoping that Wyoming would somehow skip the new covid variants, you could guess again. The new CoVid-19 variants, BA-4 and BA-5, are in Wyoming. Across the country, these are starting to be the predominant strains.
If you love the outdoors, then Wyoming State Forestry says you have to do your part to protect it. With fire season upon us, fire restrictions remain low, but fires are starting to uptick. There are 7 counties in the lowest Stage 1 Fire Restrictions currently. These are mainly located on the eastern side of the state.
As the nation grapples with airline delays, short staffing and travel mayhem. Cheyenne is taking it easy as our local airport prepares for the uptick in commercial and private flights with visitors for the upcoming Frontier Days, The Cheyenne Regional Airport has a new art exhibit at the airport to introduce visitors to Wyoming heritage and culture.
A single illegal act results in the death of an entire Wyoming fishery. The Wyoming Game and Fish Department recently discovered that illegally introduced Yellow Perch at Saratoga Lake. As a result, they will need to treat the lake with Rotenone to kill the species so that they don’t move into the Greater North Platte drainage system.
In an effort to improve retention and attract new Armed Force members. The Wyoming National Guard has recently started implementing some new Legislation that allows members to pay for child and dependent care while serving their country. The Wyoming National Guard is looking for new ways to adapt to the needs of its members today and over the long haul.
When you think of green energy, it’s easy to think of wind, solar or maybe even nuclear. But Wyoming is looking at another avenue as well, Hydrogen. In an effort to help diversify Wyoming’s energy to work with legacy energy and “Green-up " new energy providers, the Hydrogen Road Map is looking to be all things to all people.
BookFlix pairs classic fictional video storybooks with related e-books. Each book pair includes educational games, internet links and author and illustrator profiles. They’re categorized in nine themes: Animals and Nature; Earth and Sky, Family and Community, People and Places, Music and Rhyme, ABCs and 1-2-3s, Adventure, Imagination and Celebrations. Many book pairs are also available in Spanish.
Sarah Compton, the Executive Director of the Wyoming Congressional Award Council, spoke to Wyoming News Now on July 12, 2022 to talk about WyoGives Day and how Laramie County residents can get involved.
If there were ever any questions that Wyoming loves its outdoors and is invested in its hunting opportunities...The wildlife task force can attest to it after receiving over 1000 public comments on hunting issues. The Wyoming wildlife task force will be meeting on Thursday in Casper.
Air force members may soon be getting some housing relief. A new proposed housing development project is finally in the works. The Action and Advocacy committee meeting on Tuesday discussed air-force housing. The air force has re-released its enhanced use lease or EUL.
With the push for economic development across Wyoming, one of the stumbling blocks businesses face is limited liquors licenses. So the non-legislative action and advocacy committee looked at what could be done to propose changes within the legislature. The action and advocacy committee had its meeting on Tuesday.
“Our bodies our choice”... One of the slogans shouted by protesters gathering at the state Capitol calling for freedom of choice. There was a Reproductive Rights Rally on the Wyoming Capitol steps Thursday evening. As the group of over 100 protesters continued to swell in numbers throughout the evening. They carried signs touting slogans of freedom, choice, parity, and government over-reach.
Secretary of State Buchanan is on the ground to personally survey the scope of the damage and to ascertain what resources are needed to help the citizens of Goshen County
The cold front pushed through yesterday resulting in some cooler temperatures across the region, but decided to stop along the southern side of the state resulting in an increase in our cloud cover and shower activity throughout the afternoon.
In this executive role, Alwin brings more than 20 years of healthcare, clinical, and administrative experience to the organization, and in his new role, will continue to introduce more stabilization, team building, and cost efficiency tactics to the job.
