Gordon: UW should be leader on climate change
By Daniel Bendtsen Laramie Boomerang Via Wyoming News Exchange LARAMIE — During a discussion with the University of Wyoming’s Board of Trustees on Thursday, Gov. Mark Gordon said the university should tap its research capabilities, especially those at…
Vehicle Strikes Bridge on US30 in Pocatello
On May 15, 2019, at approximately 8:30 a.m., the Idaho State Police investigated a crash south of N Main St. and Garrett Way, which is also US30, in Pocatello. Bryan Williams, age 36, of Grace was driving southbound on N…
Wyoming Musicians Selected to Perform at Levitt Pavilion Denver
Wyoming Musicians Selected to Perform at Levitt Pavilion Denver The Wyoming Arts Council, in partnership with the Levitt Pavilion Denver, are pleased to announce the four Wyoming bands and musicians chosen to perform as part of the Levitt Pavilion Denver’s…
AG says Cities could Enroll in State Health Insurance Plan
By Nick Reynolds Casper Star-Tribune Via Wyoming News Exchange CASPER — State lawmakers are scrambling to adjust after a confidential attorney general’s opinion issued last week ruled that municipalities could choose to enroll in the state’s employee health insurance plan. …
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Wolf killing prompts call for outfitting permit revocation JACKSON (WNE) — Animal rights attorneys upset that a wolf was poached in Grand Teton National Park are arguing that a Kelly hunting outfitter’s permit to guide clients should be revoked. Humane…
Colorado police officer who held Jackson teen at gunpoint sued
By Emily Mieure Jackson Hole News&Guide Via Wyoming News Exchange JACKSON — A teenager held at gunpoint last summer by an off-duty police officer who assumed he had committed a crime is suing her for violating his civil rights. In…
Treasurer seeks White House support
CHEYENNE – Wyoming State Treasurer Curtis E. Meier on Tuesday sent letters to President Donald J. Trump and other key officials asking them to advance “stable and secure” domestic uranium mining. “Wyoming is home to the largest uranium mining operations…
Bear Lake Memorial launches Ultimate Bear Laker Drawing
The following is a press release from Bear Lake Memorial Hospital Bear Lake Memorial Health Foundation introduces The Ultimate Bear Laker. It is an ultimate drawing to win an ultimate prize. It only takes $25 to register to become the…
Game and Fish working on Grizzly Delisting
By Lew Freedman Cody Enterprise Via Wyoming News Exchange CODY — Game and Fish director Brian Nesvik revealed last week the department is keeping channels open with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service trying to draft a fresh rule delisting…
Governor Gordon Announces New members of his Staff
CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Governor Mark Gordon is continuing to build out his team to serve Wyoming. Today, he is announcing that Michael Pearlman will be his new communications director, Pearlman replaces Rachel Girt who has moved back to the private…