Trump returns to power after unprecedented comeback, emboldened to reshape American institutions
By ZEKE MILLER, CHRIS MEGERIAN and MICHELLE L. PRICE Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Donald Trumpwas sworn in as the 47th president Monday, promising a “revolution of common sense” and taking charge as Republicans assume unified control of Washington and set out…
Emergency Room, OR, and Cath Lab open in Alpine
• Star Valley Health cuts ribbon for grand opening Local government officials, medical and hospital staff gathered in Alpine Friday and Saturday to formally open the new, expanded Star Valley Health Alpine Clinic. Featured in the opening was a…
Gordon: Wyoming energy poised for ‘rebound’ after weathering Biden policies
• Wyoming’s governor struck an amicable tone on energy policies in his State of the State address, despite a split with the Freedom Caucus on low-carbon energy policies. By Dustin Bleizeffer, WyoFile.com Wyoming’s fossil fuel industries “have weathered…
Gordon: ‘Bear in mind the consequences of our decisions’
By Hannah Shields Wyoming Tribune Eagle Via- Wyoming News Exchange CHEYENNE — Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon welcomed members of the 68th Wyoming Legislature on Wednesday and reminded them that their legislative decisions have consequences. “I congratulate you on your…
Thayne Town Council Welcomes Two New Members and Swears in Judge Lawton
On Wednesday, January 15, the Town of Thayne held their first town council meeting to usher in new leadership and renew an important judicial role. During the meeting, newly elected council members Nikole Passey and Annie Summerhays-Wright were officially sworn…
Wyoming legislative website provides info on session
POWELL (WNE) — Wyoming residents are encouraged to use the Wyoming Legislature’s website to track legislation and participate in policy making during the general session. The web address is wyoleg.gov and is continually updated as each bill moves through…
Five education bills to watch in Wyoming’s 2025 Legislature
• Lawmakers will consider measures on everything from allowing more charter schools to cellphone bans and relaxing teaching certification standards. By Katie Klingsporn, WyoFile.com When lawmakers convene Tuesday in Cheyenne for the 2025 general session, they will begin…
Key legislative topics: Education, election, gaming, property taxes
By Hannah Shields Wyoming Tribune Eagle Via- Wyoming News Exchange CHEYENNE — The 68th Wyoming Legislature will convene for a 40-day general session starting Tuesday, and more than 600 bills sponsored by committees and individual lawmakers are expected to…
‘Making a difference’ Kade & Jami Wilkes give combined 110 years of service
There are two ways to make a living. One is to just make a buck. The other is to make a difference. Kade and Jami Wilkes fall into the latter category. For some 35 years, the two Afton natives have…
Feds decline delisting of grizzlies
By Zac Taylor Powell Tribune Via Wyoming News Exchange The Yellowstone area grizzly will not be delisted by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service under the Biden administration, as the service instead announced an alternate proposal Wednesday. Idaho had asked…