UW expects to be ‘challenged in a way we have not experienced’ to grow enrollment
By Allison Allsop Casper Star-Tribune Via- Wyoming News Exchange CASPER — The University of Wyoming expects little to no change in the number of undergraduates on campus over the next five years — but not for a lack of…
Hageman alleges Teton County sheriff’s ‘foiling ICE’s efforts’
By Jasmine Hall Jackson Hole News&Guide Via- Wyoming News Exchange JACKSON — Wyoming’s sole representative in the U.S. House, Republican Rep. Harriet Hageman, singled out Teton County’s sheriff in a Sunday newsletter with allegations that his office is “foiling”…
Wyoming Economic Indicators report shows increase in lodging tax revenue
CHEYENNE (WNE) — Wyoming’s collection of the 4% sales and use tax from lodging in September 2024 increased 23.7% compared to September last year, according to the Wyoming Economic Indicators report. Meanwhile, Wyoming’s sales and use tax collections from…
Legislature wants deeper look into WYDOT efficiency
By Jasmine Hall Jackson Hole News&Guide Via- Wyoming News Exchange JACKSON — A $750,000 efficiency study is up for debate as the Wyoming Legislature considers funneling more state tax dollars into the Wyoming Department of Transportation’s budget. The Joint…
In close vote, UW trustees reject proposed concealed carry into facilities
By Carrie Haderlie Laramie Boomerang Via- Wyoming News Exchange LARAMIE — The University of Wyoming Board of Trustees narrowly voted Friday morning against allowing concealed carry permit holders to take firearms into campus facilities. Before a 6-5 vote following…
Riverton man found guilty of murder
By Sarah Elmquist Squires The Ranger Via- Wyoming News Exchange RIVERTON — A Riverton man who fatally shot his former landlord in August 2023 was found guilty by a federal jury of all charges, including first-degree murder. Burdick…
Weed and Pest Council votes to add cheatgrass to noxious weed listing
CHEYENNE (WNE) —- On Oct. 31, the Wyoming Weed and Pest Council voted and approved to add downy brome, better known as cheatgrass, to the state’s Designated Noxious Weed List. RELATED: TRAVIS OSMOND WITH THE LINCOLN COUNTY WEED AND…
Plea agreement reached in cow graffiti case
SUNDANCE (WNE) — Both father and son in the cow defacement case have entered into plea agreements that would see their felony charges lowered to misdemeanors. Two ranchers are accused of using bleach to paint markings, including drawings of…
Mega hotels, sprawling data centers spur local governments to defend development moratoriums
• Development pause in Jackson, cause of Cheyenne worries, blocked construction of gateway building twice the size of Wyoming Capitol. By Angus M. Thuermer Jr., WyoFile.com A draft bill to restrict development moratoriums repeats guidelines already established by…
Wyoming’s outdoor recreation industry sets new record
CHEYENNE (WNE) — The U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Economic Analysis recently reported that the outdoor recreation industry remained a significant economic driver in 2023, contributing $2.2 billion to Wyoming’s economy — equivalent to 4.1% of the state’s…