Wyoming continues to have the highest rate of suicide in the nation but dropped almost 22 percent in 2022 from prior years.The last suicide lifeline 10-digit number was upgraded when the 988-Suicide Prevention Hotline was launched last summer.Folks can call, chat, or text this three-digit number, which gives folks quick and easy access to mental health resources and a listening ear in the middle of a crisis.
On Thursday, we celebrate national doctor day, but as Wyoming faces a medical desert the irony of this day isn’t lost on medical professionals but all hope is not lost; we spoke with medical authorities about what they are doing to ensure everyone is covered. As we continue looking into Wyoming’s medical desert, we spoke with experts who are the boots on the ground helping students get into the professional positions that Wyoming needs.”
For the first time in 10 years, the fish in Meeboer Lake suffered a large-scale die-out because of an aeration system failure. Wyoming Game and Fish Department say snow and ice caused unexpected complications in February, resulting in what they call a winterkill. Although the fisheries biologists resolved the issue, the residual effects of the system failure, lack of sunlight and dying vegetation created deficient oxygen levels in the lake, causing the fish to die.
The Laramie County Sheriff’s office is excited to announce they are implementing a new rural assistance program. The office has hired four deputies to cover the more far-reaching eastern and western communities, with each district will get two deputies. Sheriff Brian Kozak said these hires are meant to help rural locations with traffic enforcement and livestock security.
One thing you can always say about Wyoming weather is that it is never boring or mild for too long, and Monday was no exception. Winter driving conditions can and do spill over into spring and can last until mid-May. We talked to WYDOT about what to do, and these are some of their recommendations as we move through this week’s spring storm.
As with most new jobs, your first few days are a frenzy of new faces, meetings and tasks, and the new Director of the Wyoming Department of Transportation was no exception.We talked to another WYDOT representative about their newest addition and what it will mean for Wyomingites.
With summer right around the corner, the U.S. Forest Service is already planning prescribed burns to keep forests healthy and folks and properties safe. Wildfire season intensifies over the summer, so the Forest Service is already gearing up for public outdoor activities and safety.
As part of the last legislative session’s efforts to create sideboards around shed hunting. Two bills emerged to help hunters in the outdoors, going into effect soon.
As we moved through the challenges of the pandemic, one thing became very clear we need more medical staff in Wyoming.Gov. Mark Gordon took up the challenge by helping to produce a program that would support this growth. We spoke to some medical professionals about what this looks like once the boots hit the ground.
We spoke to U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis Thursday morning Who discussed the repeal of the 1991 & 2002 Authorization of Military force in Iraq and her views on Trump.
This year marks the 50th anniversary of thanking service military members and bosses for their service.On Thursday a bunch of bosses got a great big thank you. The National Guard and Reserve Member Employees sponsored their bosses for a “Boss Lift.”
The Wyoming Prescription Drug Transparency Act, created during the last Legislative session, was meant to stabilize the pharmacy industry and keep community pharmacies open.But pharmacy experts claim the bill was “gutted” by Gov. Mark Gordon with line vetoes before it was signed. Maintaining a dysfunctional industry status quo.
As new laws continue to get passed or signed into law by Gov. Mark Gordon. Another hot topic bill hits the ground regarding Title 9 Civil Rights legislation and athletes.
Schlabs led East with 18 in their state championship victory, and just a few days later he was named the 4A East Player and Defensive Player of the Year.
Just a few months after the volleyball team won their first state title in 30 years, Burns' girls basketball team defied expectations and took home their first ever championship.
Jeff Henne owns waller hall research...A small business market research company in big horn county.When he found out about the small business opportunity program through the small business association or SBA he took action.
There time on the field and on the court may be over, but the banners hanging from the rafters mean their place will forever be cemented in Pine Bluffs’ history
The Wyoming Department of Transportation’s 511 travel website registered over 2 billion hits on their site in 2022.This is the most hits in one-year WYDOT has seen since the department started tracking them.The website shows both forecasted and real-time weather-related road impacts.
With the legislative session in our rear-view mirror, Wyoming will start seeing the decisions made there come to fruition.One of those decisions pertains to a Platte County Rancher who leads a successful Technical College in Laramie and has been named the newest trustee to the University of Wyoming Board.
As legislators close out the 67th Legislative session, lawmakers move their bills toward the Governor’s desk on Friday. Tax relief is on the way, and the property tax residential property class will be how residents can get it. The bill initially targeted the elderly and poor to provide tax relief, and now it is for everyone who lives in Wyoming.
As the legislature finishes its busy work, Gov. Mark Gordon was just as active in signing new bills into law. The Governor signed the 12-month postpartum bill into law on Friday.“How important it is that we support mothers. This is truly a pro-life bill, and more than that, it is also a way to give our kids a great start,” said Gordon.
As the 67th Legislative session closes, lawmakers move the latest bills to the Governor’s desk. The Student Eligibility in Interscholastic Sports bill moved toward the Governor’s desk for signing on Friday. This bill prohibits biologically male students from competing on a team designated for female students.
On Thursday, lawmakers move their bills across the finish line as Legislators wrap up their final week. The Life is a Human Right act, and the Prohibiting Chemical Abortions bill were heard today and voted on concurrence. This is where both chambers agree and sign off on the final draft of the bills.
On Wednesday, there was a little controversy in the House chambers as lawmakers rehashed the budget in a bit of a ping-pong of legislation. In an active maneuver of keeping each branch in its place, the House vetoed Governor Mark Gordon’s veto.
As the closely watched abortion bills round toward the end of their journey through the chambers, many Lawmakers are anticipating that the abortion legislation will cross the finish line with ease. The Prohibiting Chemical Abortions bill was on its third reading in the house on Wednesday. This bill pertains to drugs that are used to conduct abortions.
On Tuesday, Legislators looked at how they could help care for the state’s children and methods to keep pharmaceuticals affordable and competitive in the state. The Wyoming Prescription Drug Transparency Act regarding the Pharmacy Benefit Managers or PBMs was heard in the House chambers for its second reading.PBMs are corporate entities that control the pharmacy market and drug prices.
The Prohibiting Chemical Abortion bill passed in the House Committee of the Whole on Monday. The drug “Misoprostol” was reintroduced onto the banned drugs list by lawmakers today. Medical professionals previously argued this drug should be taken off the banned list because it has many uses.
As trans issues cross the legislature on Monday, lawmakers and experts discuss the Student Eligibility Interscholastic Sports bill. This bill looks to separate athletes by biological gender, according to lawmakers, in hopes of preventing any unfair advantage.
As legislation works to protect women and children, one new bill may help protect both while moving through the judicial system. At the same time, another hope for clean energy gets dashed by lawmakers.”Many domestic violence survivors sometimes leave the county or the state and so asking them to have to appear before a judge ina physical court can cause problems for the victim and making them travel back,” said Karlee Provenza, H.D. 45.
On Friday, the Wyoming Stable Token Act is a bill that would create a virtual digital currency redeemable for one U.S. dollar, held in trust by the state of Wyoming.The bill will also create a commission to authorize the Wyoming Stable Token.”It’s a really good opportunity for the state of Wyoming and very exciting for us to be once again the first and the leader of digital asset space,” said Sen. Chris Rothfuss, S.D. 9.
In the Thursday Committee meeting, lawmakers looked into backing state funds not just with U.S. dollars but with gold and qualifying this potential state tender to its highest value if lawmakers sign on. ”We sent the signal in 1819 with the legal tender act, but I think it sends a signal we’re open for business in this space much like we have with blockchain as well and cryptocurrency, said Rep. Steve Harshman, Chair of House Revenue Committee and H.D. 37.
As legislators start to bring the 67th Legislative session towards an end, they are beginning to wrap up a few hot-topic bills. The Prohibiting Chemical Abortions bill went to the House Revenue Committee Thursday morning. This bill outlaws drugs used for abortions, providing criminal penalties, definitions and exceptions.
On Wednesday, the Senate Labor, Health and Social Services Committee discussed the 12-month Postpartum Medicaid bill. Experts, medical professionals and parents gave heartfelt testimony, including two high school students who testified to the money saved and statistics for postpartum care. Most testified that maternal health care affects whole families and multiple generations.
First year coach Tamara Bretting picked up right where mentor and Laramie legend Tom Hudson left off, and Garrett Rees led the way in the pool for the Plainsmen at the state meet.
Brinkman was highly recruited after leading 4A in tackles his junior year, but a mono diagnosis threw a wrench in his senior season and recruitment. He worked his way back, played in the state championship, and signed Tuesday to play for Knox College.
The Capitol was busy with neighboring, and local visitors Tuesday. Legislators welcomed discussions on the floor of the capitol that included strengthening trade relations and making sure all Wyomingites have access to health care.
After a financial dry spell in Wyoming, Lawmakers say relief is on the way. Thanks to the budget surplus, some of the hardest-hit sectors finally be restocked and the extra will be saved for the future.With less than two weeks left in the Legislative session, we talked to lawmakers about budget and finance.
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