New regulations on shed antler and horn collection are now in effect.
New regulations on shed antler and horn collection are now in effect. The updated regulation expands the seasonal closure area to include expanded critical wintering habitat and enact a new opening time of 12 noon on public lands. The annual…
Price for a gallon of gasoline is $1.11 cheaper than a year ago on average
As Wyoming faces the real fallout of a potential non-existent rig count for the summer, the prices at the pump are reflecting the volatility in the market according to the American Automobile Association (AAA). In April of 2019 the average…
Wyoming congresswoman: Chinese Communist Party must be held accountable
Washington — Earlier today, Wyoming Congresswoman and House GOP Conference Chair Liz Cheney (R-WY) joined President Trump, Vice President Pence, Secretary Mnuchin, Administrator Carranza and other Congressional leaders in the Oval Office for the signing of the Paycheck Protection Program…
Jackson Hole native announces campaign for Teton County commissioner; wants to give voice to working families
Dear Chamber Members, I am writing to personally share that I’m running for Teton County Commissioner—to represent you, our business leaders and community, and the hard-working families who are struggling to continue to call Jackson Hole home. These are difficult…
Wyoming residents have received more than $42 million in unemployment benefits during coronavirus pandemic
CHEYENNE – Since the coronavirus pandemic began in Wyoming, workers in the state have received more than $42 million in Unemployment Insurance (UI) benefits from a combination of federal emergency aid and the state UI fund. The majority of this…
Silver Star donates to regional food banks
Thayne, WY, April 24, 2020 – With local food banks experiencing a spike in requests for assistance, Silver Star has made a $1000 donation to each of the following food banks in the region: Teton Valley Food Pantry Community Food…
Wyoming 4-H Foundation awards scholarships
Recipients of 4-H scholarships attend UW in Laramie or other Wyoming community colleges. Over $61,000 in scholarships was awarded by the Wyoming 4-H Foundation/State 4-H Office scholarship committee to 4-H’ers attending the University of Wyoming or a Wyoming community college…
State Geological Survey publishes new bedrock map focusing on southeastern Wyoming
The Wyoming State Geological Survey (WSGS) published a new geologic bedrock map of areas covering several counties in southeastern Wyoming and western Nebraska. The release of the Chugwater quadrangle map completes 1:100,000-scale bedrock mapping on the state’s eastern border. The…
Wyoming Catholic schools receive technology grants
The Wyoming Catholic Ministries Foundation (WCMF) recently awarded $141,768 through “Catholic Schools Technology Grants.” Four of Wyoming’s six Catholic schools applied for the 2020 technology grants for hardware and software upgrades. Funding for this program comes from three-permanently restricted endowments…
WYDOT installing variable speed limit signs along section of I-80
The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) will install several variable speed limit signs along a 30-mile section of Interstate 80 in Sweetwater County. The Wyoming Transportation Commission awarded Advanced Electrical Contracting, of Sheridan, a $1 million contract for the work…