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Yellowstone, Grand Teton National Parks To Reopen With Restrictions on Monday
After almost two months, Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks will start opening to the public in phases beginning Monday.
May 13, 2020
Here’s Today’s Schedule of the Wyoming Air National Guard Statewide Flyovers
The Wyoming Air National Guard will perform an "aerial salute" to health care professionals in 28 communities on Friday.
May 13, 2020
GOP Chairman Eathorne: Our Convention Team Did Excellent Job Navigating Trying Conditions
On May 8th, the Wyoming GOP opened its 2020 State Convention with two full days of Credentials and Nominating/Elections Committee work and Convention business via videoconferencing.
May 13, 2020
Enzi, Barrasso Call For Investigation Into Meat Packers
Enzi and Barrasso asked the Justice Department to look into allegations of price manipulation and anti-competitive behavior in the cattle industry.
May 12, 2020
Dave Simpson: For This Nomad, The Long Trek Is Over
From an old bench at the edge of our place east of Cheyenne, you can watch freight trains fight their way over Archer Hill, making their way east and west on the Union Pacific Railroad.
Dave SimpsonMay 12, 2020
Woman Falls Into Old Faithful Thermal Feature After Entering Yellowstone Illegally
A woman was injured Tuesday morning after falling into a thermal feature at Old Faithful in Yellowstone National Park, which she entered illegally.
May 12, 2020
Cheney: China Intentionally Let Virus Spread to U.S. and the World
U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney today said the Chinese government purposely let the coronavirus spread to the United States and the rest of the world.
May 12, 2020
Enzi Expresses Concern Over “Second Wave” of Coronavirus Pandemic
Enzi said he was worried about future large outbreaks of coronavirus.
May 12, 2020
Coronavirus Up By Three to 513; Recoveries Up By 26 to 477
The number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Wyoming grew by three on Tuesday, while the number of recoveries among patients with confirmed and probable cases increased by 26.
May 12, 2020
Wyoming’s Bob Beck Wins Prestigious Edward R. Murrow Award For Personal Story About Wife
Beck detailed his wifes stage four lung cancer diagnosis and the agonizing four months he spent as her caregiver before her death.
May 12, 2020
UW Students Producing PPE For State Medical Facilities
A number of University of Wyoming students have been diligently working in the Student Innovation Center, producing personal protective equipment for medical facilities and first responders across the state.
May 12, 2020
Wyo Special Sesson: Legislature to Determine How to Spend $1.25 Billion in Federal Aid
The legislature will determine how to use the $1.25 billion in federal money sent to the state.
May 12, 2020
Wyoming Angler Obliterates “White Sucker” Fishing Record
The 5.6 pound fish obliterated the old record of 4.4 pounds and was caught by Edwards on March 20 in the Wind River.
May 11, 2020
Grizzly Bear Relocated From Cody To Dubois
The bear was captured for killing livestock on private lands near the South Fork of the Shoshone River, southwest of Cody. T
May 11, 2020
Coronavirus Cases To 510, Recoveries To 451
The number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Wyoming grew to 510 on Monday as six new cases were reported in three counties.
May 11, 2020
Wyoming Bipartisanship on Display in Wall Street Journal
One example of the two parties actually getting along occurred just last week in a Wyoming-focused video published on the Wall Street Journal.
May 11, 2020
Restaurants, Bars Can Open Except in Fremont, Laramie, Platte, And Teton Counties
Every county but Fremont, Laramie, Teton, and Platte have asked for, and received, state approval for exemptions or variances to the health orders put in place to slow the spread of the coronavirus.
May 11, 2020
Newly Discovered Comet Could Be Brightest In Decades
Night sky watchers in May could be rewarded with a look at a bright new comet as well as the Eta Aquarids meteor shower, a University of Wyoming staff member said.
May 11, 2020
Bill Sniffin: Masks, Social Distancing Define The Class Of 2020 Graduations
Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, just about every normal graduation in America has been canceled. And in their places are some unique ways to celebrate.
Bill SniffinMay 11, 2020
Casper Turns To Mascot To Encourage Census Response
Buzz, a large bee, has appeared in parades, meetings and on television. In early April, Buzz even rode Caspers transit system, The Bus, to acquaint riders with the importance of completing their Census 2020 forms.
May 11, 2020
Wyoming Coronavirus Cases Top 500
The number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Wyoming topped 500 on Sunday, with eight new cases being detected, according to the state Department of Health.
May 10, 2020
Gov Gordon, Other GOP Govs, Claim Success In Handling of Coronavirus Pandemic
Gov. Mark Gordon and four other GOP governors claimed success in how they are handling the coronavirus pandemic
May 10, 2020
The Press Must Be Allowed In The State Capitol For The Special Legislative Session
In short, reporters, the eyes and ears of the public, need to be allowed into the Capitol to watch this special session.
May 09, 2020
Bill Sniffin: When God Created Mothers; Have A Wonderful Weekend!
A special note to my own 96-year old mother, my wife Nancy and our daughters, Alicia, Shelli and Amber, who are also mothers plus daughter in law Lisa Sniffin and finally, granddaughter Mallory Barnett.
Bill SniffinMay 08, 2020