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One Voter’s Opinion

One Voter’s Opinion

August 14, 2026

The following is a paid political endorsement provided by Evan Simpson Having served with many of the state and federal office political candidates, I have developed opinions of who are…
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Governor Gordon Orders Flags Lowered to Half-Staff in Honor of Ann Simpson

Governor Gordon Orders Flags Lowered to Half-Staff in Honor of Ann Simpson

August 14, 2026

Governor Mark Gordon (R-WY) has ordered both the U.S. and Wyoming state flags to be flown at half-staff statewide Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in honor and memory of Ann Simpson,…
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With federal marijuana declassification, some Wyoming lawmakers push for legalization

With federal marijuana declassification, some Wyoming lawmakers push for legalization

August 12, 2026

    By Alex Viveros and Riley Zeleznik Jackson Hole News&Guide Via- Wyoming News Exchange JACKSON – Wyoming state Sen. Cale Case, R-Lander, considers himself a conservative on many issues…
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Despite headwinds, University of Wyoming’s new president is bullish on the future

Despite headwinds, University of Wyoming’s new president is bullish on the future

August 11, 2026

  • Shane Reeves arrives as state’s only four-year university faces challenges like a $15M budget shortfall. Still, the Rock Springs native and retired Army general is optimistic.   By…
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Wyoming's average gasoline prices rise by less than a penny per gallon

Wyoming’s average gasoline prices rise by less than a penny per gallon

August 11, 2026

    CHEYENNE (WTE) – Average gasoline prices in Wyoming have risen 0.7 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $4.10 per gallon Monday, according to GasBuddy.com’s survey of…
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Data center developers talk water, energy use and more in forum

Data center developers talk water, energy use and more in forum

August 10, 2026

  By Alyssa Tolman Wyoming Tribune Eagle Via- Wyoming News Exchange CHEYENNE — Data center developers and local utility officials addressed community concerns about water use, electricity costs, environmental impacts…
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Wyoming Business Council plans statewide listening session August 13

Wyoming Business Council plans statewide listening session August 13

August 8, 2026

  The Wyoming Business Council is wrapping up a summer of listening sessions around the state and preparing for a virtual statewide meeting August 13 aimed at gathering more feedback…
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Bruce resigns as Game & Fish Director for position in Gov. Gordon's office

Bruce resigns as Game & Fish Director for position in Gov. Gordon’s office

August 7, 2026

The office of Governor Mark Gordon announced Friday afternoon that Angi Bruce, Director of the Wyoming Game & Fish Department, resigned effective immediately. Bruce has accepted a position as Director…
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SVI Radio Interview: Rep. Scott Heiner - School Recalibration Update

SVI Radio Interview: Rep. Scott Heiner – School Recalibration Update

August 5, 2026

Rep. Scott Heiner (R-Green River) called into the Weekday Wake-Up on Wednesday, August 5 to provide an update on the state’s school recalibration bill following summer committee work. Heiner is…
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Wildlife managers: Don't release county fair goldfish in the wild

Wildlife managers: Don’t release county fair goldfish in the wild

August 4, 2026

JACKSON (WNE) — The Wyoming Game and Fish Department has made its annual plea to the public to not release unwanted goldfish obtained at a county fair into the wild.…
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SVI Radio Interview: Director Angi Bruce - Wyoming Game & Fish

SVI Radio Interview: Director Angi Bruce – Wyoming Game & Fish

August 4, 2026

https://svinews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/8-4-Angi-Bruce.mp3
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Coal’s share of electricity-production in Wyoming at all time low despite peak demand

Coal’s share of electricity-production in Wyoming at all time low despite peak demand

August 4, 2026

  • Coal accounts for 47% of the state’s power production this year, down from 94% in 2008.   By Dustin Bleizeffer, WyoFile.com Amid a sweltering “heat dome” across much…
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SVI Radio Interview: Josh Dorrell, Wyoming Business Council

SVI Radio Interview: Josh Dorrell, Wyoming Business Council

August 3, 2026

https://svinews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/8-3-Josh-Dorrell.mp3
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Group organizes against property tax ballot initiative

Group organizes against property tax ballot initiative

August 3, 2026

    By Joseph Beaudet The Sheridan Press Via- Wyoming News Exchange SHERIDAN — As Wyoming voters prepare to cast their ballots in the primary election, a group is preparing…
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Judge dismisses case challenging Wyoming's closed primary system for second time

Judge dismisses case challenging Wyoming’s closed primary system for second time

July 30, 2026

    • Closed primary, deadline to choose party affiliation will remain as-is for time being.   By Jasmine Hall Jackson Hole News&Guide Via- Wyoming News Exchange JACKSON — Wyoming’s…
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SVI Radio Interview: Senator Eric Barlow - Candidate for Governor

SVI Radio Interview: Senator Eric Barlow – Candidate for Governor

July 29, 2026

https://svinews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/7-29-Eric-Barlow.mp3
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UW joins research to improve forecasting of dangerous storms

UW joins research to improve forecasting of dangerous storms

July 27, 2026

  LARAMIE (WNE) — Planette AI, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory and the University of Wyoming have launched DL4MCS, a jointly led Genesis Mission Phase I project supported by the U.S.…
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Cheatgrass is invading the best sagebrush left in the West. How can Wyoming hold the line?

Cheatgrass is invading the best sagebrush left in the West. How can Wyoming hold the line?

July 27, 2026

  • Mapping cheatgrass-dominated landscapes is easy: Satellite photos do the trick. Now, scientists are taking on a tougher task of finding the invasive grass along its leading edge.  …
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Wyoming unemployment rate falls to 3.2% in June 2026

Wyoming unemployment rate falls to 3.2% in June 2026

July 27, 2026

  CHEYENNE (WNE) — The state’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate decreased from 3.4% in May to 3.2% in June, according to the Research & Planning section of the Wyoming Department…
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