Legislature wants deeper look into WYDOT efficiency
By Jasmine Hall Jackson Hole News&Guide Via- Wyoming News Exchange JACKSON — A $750,000 efficiency study is up for debate as the Wyoming Legislature considers funneling more state tax dollars into the Wyoming Department of Transportation’s budget. The Joint…
In close vote, UW trustees reject proposed concealed carry into facilities
By Carrie Haderlie Laramie Boomerang Via- Wyoming News Exchange LARAMIE — The University of Wyoming Board of Trustees narrowly voted Friday morning against allowing concealed carry permit holders to take firearms into campus facilities. Before a 6-5 vote following…
LDS Church dedicates Casper Temple
Provided by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Elder Quentin L. Cook of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles dedicated the Casper Wyoming Temple, the state’s second temple, on Sunday, November 24, in a single dedicatory session that was broadcast…
Wyoming Chamber of Commerce Launches as First Statewide Chamber of Commerce
Wyoming has made history with the launch of the Wyoming Chamber of Commerce, Wyoming’s first statewide Chamber of Commerce. While numerous economic development and chamber organizations already represent thousands of local businesses, the Wyoming Chamber of Commerce unites these voices…
Mule Deer conversations with the Wyoming G&F come to SV
• Additional meetings planned for Jackson, Cokeville and Kemmerer. At least one of several conversational working groups showed an interest in the topics of hunter/deer ratio counts, youth hunting, predator problems and new technical equipment. They were part of…
Second quarter job count up by 303 in Lincoln County
• Teton up by 317 jobs, Sweetwater down 135 jobs. Lincoln County gained 303 jobs in the second quarter of 2024, according to a report released this week by the Wyoming Department of Workforce Services. This marks an…
Weed and Pest Council votes to add cheatgrass to noxious weed listing
CHEYENNE (WNE) —- On Oct. 31, the Wyoming Weed and Pest Council voted and approved to add downy brome, better known as cheatgrass, to the state’s Designated Noxious Weed List. RELATED: TRAVIS OSMOND WITH THE LINCOLN COUNTY WEED AND…
Wyoming’s outdoor recreation industry sets new record
CHEYENNE (WNE) — The U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Economic Analysis recently reported that the outdoor recreation industry remained a significant economic driver in 2023, contributing $2.2 billion to Wyoming’s economy — equivalent to 4.1% of the state’s…
Vetoed property tax bill making a comeback in 2025
By Hannah Shields Wyoming Tribune Eagle Via- Wyoming News Exchange CHEYENNE — A property tax relief bill vetoed by Gov. Mark Gordon earlier this year will make a second appearance in the 2025 general session. Senate File 54, “Homeowner…
Pokes Host Southeastern Louisiana on Friday Evening
The Wyoming Cowboys will play host to Southeastern Louisiana on Friday at 6:30 p.m. in the Arena-Auditorium. It is a campus game of the Cancun Challenge with both teams heading to Cancun following the contest. Fans may order tickets online,…