Governor Appoints Nichole Collier to be a Circuit Court Judge for the Seventh Judicial District
CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Governor Mark Gordon has appointed Nichole Collier to be a Circuit Court Judge for the Seventh Judicial District serving Natrona County. Collier’s appointment fills the vacancy left by the retirement of Judge H. Steven Brown. Collier has…
Gordon announces in Buffalo he will seek second term
By Victoria Eavis Casper Star-Tribune Via- Wyoming News Exchange CASPER — Gov. Mark Gordon announced his reelection bid Monday, offering an upbeat message after a first term dominated by the COVID-19 pandemic and economic challenges. “I do believe that Wyoming…
Coalition of Mountain West States sign MOU to Develop a Regional Clean Hydrogen Hub
CHEYENNE, Wyo. – The states of Colorado, New Mexico, Utah and Wyoming signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to coordinate and develop a regional clean hydrogen hub. Together, the states will work to compete for a portion of the $8…
Governor Gordon Brokers Deal to Keep Jim Bridger Power Plant Open
Agreement opens door to carbon capture units in Wyoming CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Governor Mark Gordon announced today that an agreement has been reached with PacifiCorp and the State of Wyoming to keep Unit 2 of the Jim Bridger power plant operational…
Gordon strikes upbeat tone with ‘State of the State’
By Victoria Eavis Casper Star-Tribune Via- Wyoming News Exchange CASPER — Gov. Mark Gordon kicked off the 66th Legislature with an upbeat speech Monday, setting an optimistic tone as he told lawmakers that boosting pay for state workers was his…
Governor Gordon to recognize Wyoming 2-1-1 Day with proclamation signing
◆ 2-1-1 offers access to non-emergency health and human services information and referrals. CHEYENNE, Wyo — Wyoming 2-1-1 will join 2-1-1 organizations across the United States in recognizing and celebrating 2-1-1 Day on February 11, 2022. Governor Gordon will then…
Governor Gordon Appoints Brian Schroeder Superintendent of Public Instruction
CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Governor Mark Gordon has appointed Brian Schroeder to be Wyoming’s Superintendent of Public Instruction. Schroeder replaces Superintendent Jillian Balow who resigned January 16 to become Superintendent of Public Instruction at the Virginia Department of Education. Under state statute…
COVID-19 vaccine required for Star Valley Health employees following court ruling
◆ Supreme Court sides with Biden Administration in CMS case. Hospitals and medical facilities around the nation are beginning to implement vaccination plans for staff and employees after the U.S. The Supreme Court upheld a federal mandate requiring healthcare workers…
Governor Gordon Applauds Supreme Court Decision Halting OSHA Vaccine Mandate
CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Governor Gordon has issued the following statement applauding the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling today that halts the OSHA vaccine mandate on private businesses. The Governor also expressed his disappointment at a second ruling by the court upholding a Centers…
Governor’s RIDE Advisory Group Seeks Input on Elevating Education in Wyoming
CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Governor Mark Gordon’s K-12 Education advisory group has released a short survey seeking input and ideas from Wyoming residents on how to create the ideal education system for the future of the state. Announced in May 2021, the…