Business Council awards second federal grant to aid in fight against COVID-19, produce PPE for healthcare providers
The Wyoming Business Council Board of Directors on Tuesday approved a federal grant request for $48,000 to purchase materials for the Wyoming Technology Coronavirus Coalition (WTCC) and WyoMakers to manufacture and distribute personal protective equipment (PPE) such as face shields, hard and soft face masks, ear savers and gowns for…
Sage grouse numbers predicted to fall for fourth straight year
By Mark Davis Powell Tribune Via Wyoming News Exchange POWELL — Greater sage grouse numbers are expected to continue dropping across the West for the fourth year in a row, alarming scientists and conservation officials. It also raises questions of…
WIC special supplemental nutrition program adapts during pandemic during serve Wyoming families
As the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic continues, the Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) is reminding residents about the continuing, important benefits available for many families through the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Program. WIC…
Wyoming Council of Women seeks nominations for outstanding female entrepreneurs across Cowboy state
The Wyoming Council for Women (WCW) is seeking nominations for outstanding female entrepreneurs across the Cowboy State for recognition with the annual ‘Woman Entrepreneur Award.’ “Female entrepreneurs impact economies and families in every single community in Wyoming,” said Jennifer Wilmetti,…
First Presidency announces limited reopening of several temples
Church leaders express gratitude and emphasize caution, safety and wisdom in the phased reopening process In a letter to all Church members, the First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints expressed their gratitude for the efforts…
UW Extension During Coronavirus
◆ Look online for educational opportunties. By Hudson Hill UW Cooperative Extension Living with the coronavirus means most things are getting done differently. That is certainly true with the University of Wyoming. It is a change but if we want…
“Why Your Story” Podcast: Episode 3-Happy Mother’s Day
In this episode of the Why Your Story Podcast, Travis and MJ pay respect to the moms in their lives and all moms everywhere. The Why Your Story Podcast is published every other Thursday on SVI. Don’t see the Podcast?…
President Nelson addresses reintegration of worship, activities for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
In a video on his social media accounts, the prophet addresses the 16.5 million global members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints regarding efforts by Church leaders to resume religious practice and worship in meetinghouses and temples worldwide. Information…
Prevention Week kicks off May 11
◆ LC Prevention Coalition hopes families will get involved. National Prevention Week is May 10-16, 2020. It is a week set aside each year to recognize efforts to prevent substance abuse. “The purpose of this week is to create an…
LCSD2 and parents are flexible and optimistic about education
◆ Adaptive learning is the name of the game. When Dani Call sat down last year to interview for a job as a school librarian, she was asked her favorite book. She started to cry. “At this point I knew…