A Few Basic Off-Roading Tips for Beginners
A great injustice has happened in America—four-wheel drive vehicles have been seized from their natural habitat and relegated to city streets. The mighty Jeep, born to live on the battle fields of WWII, is now a luxury car used to…
WYDOT auctioning two more Welcome to Wyoming signs
People who may have missed the Wyoming Department of Transportation’s last “Welcome to Wyoming” sign auction have another chance to own a piece of history. WYDOT is holding an online auction for two 4-by-8-foot aluminum “Welcome to Wyoming” signs featuring…
Governor Gordon, state Agencies Mobilizing Resources in wake of Irrigation Tunnel Collapse
CHEYENNE, Wyo.– Governor Mark Gordon, members of the executive branch, and representatives from multiple state agencies are mobilizing in an effort to provide assistance to farmers affected by a catastrophic irrigation tunnel collapse in Goshen County. The Governor signed an Executive…
Learn about Keyhole State Park’s Geology in New WSGS Pamphlet
The geology of Keyhole State Park, in the Black Hills region of northeast Wyoming, preserves the story of Wyoming’s Jurassic and Cretaceous past, a time when much of the state was under water. This geologic history is detailed in a…
Sheep Fire Update
The Sheep Fire started at approximately 6:30 p.m. July 22, 2019 on the Idaho National Laboratory Site. Unified command is in place between BLM and INL. The fire is south of Highway 33 and north of Highway 20, near the…
NEWS BRIEFS for Tuesday, July 23, 2019
Irrigation tunnel collapse prompts emergency declaration TORRINGTON (WNE) — Gov. Mark Gordon has officially declared a state of emergency for Goshen County due to the collapse of an irrigation tunnel along the Fort Laramie-Gering canal. In a press release issued…
Six Precious Gemstones Found in the State of Wyoming
Wyoming is known for its wide-open spaces and natural beauty. The mining industry in Wyoming has always been a strong foundation for the state economy. While coal mining has had steady decline both locally and nationally, mining for precious gems…
Swift Idol Contestants: Meet Heather Hathaway
The Fall River Propane Swift Idol is coming up on August 2nd and eight contestants will be competing for the chance at $6,000. Among those names will be Heather Hathaway from Shelley, Idaho. One thing you should probably know about…
Box Creek Fire Discovered in the Teton Wilderness
* The following is a news release from the Bridger-Teton National Forest Moran, Wyo., July 21, 2019 – The two acre Box Creek Fire is located on the Bridger Teton National Forest- Blackrock Ranger District. This new lightning caused…