Gordon’s appeal nudges the Rock Springs plan — and Kelly Parcel sale — toward completion within weeks
• Federal officials aren’t sure they will release their decision before 2025, the ideal deadline needed to complete a high-profile land transaction 100 miles away in Grand Teton National Park. By Mike Koshmrl, WyoFile.com Two high-profile public land…
Governor presents budget to Legislative Committee
• Governor Gordon Emphasizes Emergency Response, Property Tax relief, Infrastructure Projects in Supplemental Budget Priorities to help Wyoming Communities CHEYENNE, Wyo. – In a presentation to the Wyoming Legislature’s Joint Appropriations Committee, Governor Mark Gordon emphasized the importance of…
Firefighters prep to advocate in 2025 session
By Ivy Secrest Wyoming Tribune Eagle Via- Wyoming News Exchange CHEYENNE — As the 2025 legislative session approaches, wildland firefighters are considering how they will advocate for their interests as bills concerning fire safety come before state lawmakers. “We…
Feds bar new Powder River coal leasing
By David Velazquez Casper Star-Tribune Via- Wyoming News Exchange CASPER — The Bureau of Land Management on Tuesday passed final rules for the Powder River Basin stating that more than 413,000 acres of land are to be blocked off…
Gordon requests $130M in wildfire funds in ‘frugal’ supplemental budget request
CHEYENNE – Funding wildfire suppression efforts and recovery was at the top of Gov. Mark Gordon’s mind this year when he presented a “frugal” request for $220 million in one-time spending to the Wyoming Legislature, with $130 million dedicated…
LaBarge facility receives funding for innovative energy projects
• $6 million given to Dry Spruce Operating for helium and carbon sequestration. The Wyoming Energy Authority (WEA) announced on November 5 that Governor Mark Gordon has approved funding for three energy projects to enhance the state’s energy sector….
Governor Gordon Praises TerraPower’s Non-Russian Uranium Initiative
• TerraPower’s strategic move aims to strengthen U.S. energy security and promote advanced nuclear technology Governor Mark Gordon has commended TerraPower for its recent announcement regarding efforts to secure a stable source of non-Russian high-assay low-enriched uranium (HALEU). He…
Wyoming backs Utah’s quest to seize BLM land, may want other fed property
• Cheyenne says its support for Western states to take over federal land could extend to national parks, forests and wilderness areas. By Angus M. Thuermer Jr., WyoFile.com Wyoming is backing an effort by Utah to wrest ownership…
Gordon extends executive order to aid in livestock, feed transport
CHEYENNE (WNE) — As significant wildfires continue to impact Wyoming’s agricultural producers, Gov. Mark Gordon has extended the executive order which eases restrictions to transport loads of livestock feed and livestock, exempting motor carrier drivers from operating time requirements….
Third annual Governor’s Mental Health Summit set for Oct. 2
CHEYENNE (WNE) — Following successful events held the past two years, Gov. Mark Gordon is hosting the third Governor’s Mental Health Summit in Casper on Oct. 2. The free, in-person event will feature discussions and workshops focusing on mental…