Coronavirus recoveries up to 105, medical supplies not delivered
Compiled from Wyoming News Exchange newspapers The number of Wyoming patients to recover from confirmed cases of coronavirus was almost half of the state’s total number of confirmed cases on Friday, according to Wyoming Department of Health figures. The department…
Wyoming governor proclaims Good Friday a ‘Day of Prayer’
CHEYENNE – Governor Mark Gordon will sign a proclamation tomorrow declaring Friday, April 10, 2020 a Day of Prayer in Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic. The day of prayer is cross-denominational with the intent to unify people of many faiths during…
The world invited to participate in fast on Good Friday for COVID-19 relief
President Russell M. Nelson of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has called upon people of all faiths and beliefs to join a global fast for COVID-19 relief on Good Friday, tomorrow, April 10. He extended the invitation to…
Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office reminds recreationists of springtime dangers
Anticipating increased activity in the backcountry as the yearly “springtime window of opportunity offers an overlap of winter and summer recreation,” the Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office reminds outdoor enthusiasts of added risks. In the higher elevations, snow conditions are prime…
Wyoming governor requests disaster declaration; could seek help from U.S. Army Corp of Engineers
BY JULIE DOCKSTADER HEAPS Governor Mark Gordon signed a letter yesterday requesting a disaster declaration for Wyoming as the state prepares for a better-sooner-than-later peak in the spread of COVID-19. Speaking during a video press conference yesterday, the governor said…
State Museum postpones art exhibition awards reception
The Wyoming State Museum has made the decision to postpone the Awards Reception for the Governor’s Capitol Art Exhibition that was scheduled to be held on the evening of April 24. In a statement released today, museum officials explained: “Given…
WYDOT reconstruction continues near Hoback Junction; expect delays
Jackson — Work is continuing on the second half of the Wyoming Department of Transportation’s (WYDOT) Jackson South reconstruction project, just north of Hoback Junction. Crews will be working on assembling the girders on the Snake River bridge between Hoback…
Empty streets, full hearts: Videos portray pandemic life
FROM WYOFILE By Katie Klingsporn and Mike Vanata With so many people hunkered down, working from home, avoiding travel and abstaining from public places, it’s hard to gain a sense of what’s really going on in the suddenly distant world…
Jackson ‘Old West Days’ canceled, Music Fest postponed
The Jackson Town Square, site of many of Old West Days’ annual activities, is famous for its elk antler arch gateways – a favorite photo opp for Jackson Hole visitors. Jackson — Old West Days, previously scheduled to be held…
Game and Fish to have online meeting
CHEYENNE — The Wyoming Game and Fish Commission’s next meeting is April 20-21 and will be held online. The public is invited to participate and provide input to the Commission. The Commission meeting will be streamed through Zoom. Anyone who…