Oil price drop rocks industry
By Camille Erickson Casper Star-Tribune Via- Wyoming News Exchange CASPER — Volatile markets roiled Wyoming’s energy sector again this week, with oil prices tumbling and investors shedding energy shares as the coronavirus, or COVID-19, continued to spread worldwide. The Federal…
Silver Star talks communication amid growing health concerns
◆ Local communications company makes 60-day pledge. Silver Star Communications is gearing up to continue to meet community needs amid growing health concerns. Monday, March 16 the local company issued the following statement. “We hope this message finds you healthy…
Afton Food Pantry adjusts routine in light of coronavirus concerns
◆ Drive-thru pantry pick-up scheduled for next three weeks. The Afton Food Pantry is changing up its weekly routine in an effort to help patrons and volunteers reduce their COVID-19 risk. Beginning this Thursday, March 19 the Food Pantry will…
Star Valley Health preps for COVID-19
◆ Hotline implemented to offer updates. Life has changed in Star Valley over the last week. People are more cautious with hygiene. Businesses are adjusting hours and services. Schools have closed. The community’s actions are coming in response to the…
Wyoming COVID-19 cases now stands at 15
Four More Wyoming Coronavirus Cases Found Testing at the Wyoming Public Health Laboratory has identified three additional reported cases in the state of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), according to the Wyoming Department of Health (WDH). An additional case was identified…
5.7 magnitude earthquake hits Magna, Utah Wednesday morning
The United State Geological Survey (USGS) reported an earthquake in the Salt Lake valley centering in Magna at a magnitude of 5.7 on Wednesday morning at 7:09 a.m. As many as seven aftershocks were recorded by officials ranging in strength…
Coronavirus case count grows to 11
Compiled from Wyoming News Exchange Newspapers The number of Wyoming residents diagnosed with the coronavirus COVID-19 grew to 11 on Tuesday as a man in Laramie County was diagnosed with the illness. The state Department of Health said in a…
Double-Dip: Brave Cadettes win both Jazz & Hip-Hop titles at State Spirit
The Star Valley Brave Cadettes captured a double-championship at the State Spirit competition last week as they claimed state titles in both the Jazz and Hip-Hop categories in the 3A Classification. SVHS put up the top scores of the entire…
Wyoming’s Coronavirus Case Total Increases
Testing at the Wyoming Public Health Laboratory has identified seven newly reported cases in the state of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), according to the Wyoming Department of Health (WDH). Each of the seven new cases is located in Fremont County,…
Governor Gordon announces coronavirus task forces
CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Governor Mark Gordon has announced the creation of five coronavirus task forces. Each will be headed by one the five top-elected officials in order to provide a coordinated, focused response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. The Governor’s office…