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Year: 2023

BLM to host public meeting in Cheyenne for input on potential updates to solar energy program

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — As part of its ongoing effort to support responsible renewable energy development on public lands, the Bureau of Land Management is holding a public scoping meeting in Cheyenne to solicit feedback on the recently announced programmatic environmental impact statement for the…

Coroner identifies Thayne man found deceased in semi

The Bonneville County, Idaho Coroner’s Office has released the identity of a Thayne man who was found deceased in his semi-truck on January 11. Bradley Miller, 60, was traveling eastbound on U.S. 26 at milepost 366, roughly 10 miles north…

Dockstader sponsors parental rights bill

By Maya Shimizu Harris Casper Star-Tribune Via- Wyoming News Exchange CASPER —Wyomingites may see something similar to Florida’s so-called “Don’t Say Gay” law become a reality in Wyoming. Sen. Dan Dockstader, R-Afton, is sponsoring a bill that would bar classroom…

Governor Gordon Appoints Interim State Forester

CHEYENNE, Wyo. –  Governor Mark Gordon has announced the appointment of Kelly Norris as Interim State Forester. Kelly is moving into the role due to the retirement of Bill Crapser, who served as the State Forester for 19 years. “I…

Interviews

Jan. 17: Violet Sanderson, Town of Afton Administrator

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ERAP funds still available to previous and new applicants

CHEYENNE (WNE) — Housing assistance still is available to previous Emergency Rental Assistance Program applicants and those who never applied. ERAP has set aside $8.6 million for housing stability services available to ERAP recipients and households that have not previously…

Interviews

Jan. 13: Landon Walker, Cokeville High School

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Interviews

Jan. 13: Coach McKay Young, South Coach for Wyoming Shrine Bowl

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Some legislators want Wyoming to ‘phase out’ electric vehicles by 2035

By Billy Arnold Jackson Hole Daily Via- Wyoming News Exchange JACKSON —  Wyoming legislators want the Cowboy State to “phase out” the sale of electric vehicles by 2035, the same year the U.S. West Coast plans to ban the sale…

Medicaid postpartum coverage bill moves forward by one vote

By Jasmine Hall Wyoming Tribune Eagle Via- Wyoming News Exchange CHEYENNE —The future of a bill in the Wyoming Legislature that extends Medicaid coverage for residents up to a full year postpartum was determined by one vote on Friday. Members…