CHEYENNE, Wyo. — A plethora of crashes Tuesday morning disrupted travel in specific directions of Interstates 80 and 25 outside of Cheyenne, leaving the Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) to warn drivers to expect delays if driving through those areas. Multiple crashes on I-80 westbound at mile marker 359 near Cheyenne resulted in all lanes blocked […]
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Wyoming Business Council working on balancing ‘lives and livelihoods’ amid COVID-19
CHEYENNE, Wyo. – During the statewide live COVID-19 briefing, the CEO of the Wyoming Business Council (WBC), Josh Dorrell said that they have been working hard to find ways to balance “lives and livelihoods” during the COVID-19 pandemic. “Throughout this crisis, we have worked with our partners at the state and local level as well […]
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Cheyenne Police say suicidal subject taken safely into custody
The Cheyenne Police Department says that on April 29, 2020, at around 11:00 a.m., they received a call from Cheyenne Regional Medical Center advising of a male subject, 45 years of age, of Cheyenne, that had left the hospital against medical advice and threatened suicide by jumping off of the Warren / Central Viaduct. Officers […]
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Wyoming Supreme Court suspends Cheyenne attorney
CHEYENNE, Wyo. – The Wyoming Supreme Court today issued an order suspending Cheyenne attorney Ronald G. Pretty from the practice of law for a period of ninety (90) days beginning May 11, 2020. The order of suspension stemmed from Pretty’s conduct in drafting a will for an elderly woman which named her daughter (Pretty’s client) […]
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Wyoming schools to remain closed through May 15th
CHEYENNE, Wyo. – During his April 28th press conference, Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon said that he was extending the health orders to keep schools closed throughout the state until May 15th, 2020. Gordon added that there would be an exception for those students with”greatest needs.” “I have provided greater flexibility in this order for school […]
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Enzi and Barrasso urge administration to support the development of domestic rare earth’s supply chain
CHEYENNE, Wyo. – U.S. Senators Mike Enzi and John Barrasso, both R-Wyo., sent a letter urging the Trump administration to support the development of a fully domestic rare earths supply chain and reduce U.S. dependence on foreign minerals that are critical for manufacturing our defense technologies and supporting our national security. In the letter, sent […]
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2020 Calgary Stampede cancelled due to COVID-19
CHEYENNE, Wyo. – On Thursday, April 23rd, 2020, officials with the Calgary Stampede announced this year’s event would have to be cancelled due to the the COVID-19 pandemic. The event had been scheduled for July 3-12, 2020. The ten-day event, which bills itself as “The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth”, attracts over one million visitors […]
Posted inWeather, Wyoming
Sierra Madre and Snowy mountain ranges could see up to 15 inches of snow
CHEYENNE, Wyo. – The National Weather Service in Cheyenne has issued a winter storm warning for the Sierra and Snowy mountain ranges in southeastern Laramie County. This warning includes the cities of Centennial and Albany. According to the weather service, any individuals planning on going to these mountains for recreation should be advised of the […]
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Minority Whip: Gordon under pressure to ‘reopen’ economy
CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Wyoming House District 45 (Laramie) Democratic Representative Charles Pelkey, who also serves as the Minority Whip said today in a Facebook post that Governor Gordon is “suddenly under a lot of pressure to “reopen” the economy no matter what the recommendations from health officials might be.” Gordon’s first of three orders was placed in mid-March […]
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Cheyenne man facing felony Child Abuse charge
A Cheyenne Man is facing a felony charge of Child Abuse, stemming from a Sunday incident. According to Laramie County Circuit Court paperwork, James Bruhl, born in 1985, was arrested during the early morning hours of April 19, 2020. In addition to the felony Child Abuse charge, Bruhl also faces a misdemeanor charge of Domestic […]
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Human bones uncovered in Cheyenne backyard during sewer line repair
CHEYENNE, Wyo.- The Cheyenne Police Department announced that on April 21, 2020 at around 6:30 p.m., workers uncovered human bones while they were repairing a sewer line in the backyard of a residence in the 1000 block of W 29th St. . Law enforcement says that after further investigation, no foul play is suspected, and […]
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UW’s Ben Markley and His Big Band raise money during pandemic for struggling artists
This is the time of year when University of Wyoming jazz studies instructor Ben Markley begins to think about upcoming sessions with his group or solo events around the region — a chance to play in front of intimate, live audiences. But, as with everything else, the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic has put a screeching halt […]
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Statewide quarantine songwriting competition is underway
CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Attention Wyoming singers and songwriters! Wyoming Singer-Songwriters is hosting a lock-down songwriting challenge to help you work through your lock-down blues. Their announcement for the contest on their webpage said the following: “Great artists, we need you to make some great art in this time of stress, uncertainty, and disruption! Please consider this […]
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Laramie woman arrested after grocery store disturbance
A Laramie woman was arrested following a disturbance at an Albany County grocery store, following the arrest she was found to be in possession of a controlled substance while at the Albany County Jail. On April 19, 2020, at approximately 7:25 pm, Laramie Police Officers say that they responded to a grocery store parking lot […]
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Laramie woman arrested after grocery store disturbance
A Laramie woman was arrested following a disturbance at an Albany County grocery store, following the arrest she was found to be in possession of a controlled substance while at the Albany County Jail. On April 19, 2020, at approximately 7:25 pm, Laramie Police Officers say that they responded to a grocery store parking lot […]
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Denver Bronco star Von Miller tests positive for COVID-19
CHEYENNE, Wyo. – According to NFL insider, Ian Rapoport, the Denver Broncos perennial Pro Bowl linebacker Von Miller has tested positive for COVID-19. This story is breaking and will be updated as more information is made available. This article originally appeared on Cap City News. Used with permission.
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Eastbound I-80 between Laramie and Cheyenne closed
CHEYENNE, Wyo. – The Wyoming Department of Transportation has announced that they have closed a portion of eastbound I-80 between Laramie and Cheyenne this afternoon. According to WYDOT they closed the interstate due to to stalled semi trucks and winter conditions. As of April 15 at 01:32 p.m., the estimated opening time is unknown. This […]
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I-80 between Laramie and Cheyenne closed
CHEYENNE, Wyo. – The Wyoming Department of Transportation has announced that they have closed a portion of eastbound I-80 between Laramie and Cheyenne this afternoon. According to WYDOT they closed the interstate due to to stalled semi trucks and winter conditions. As of April 15 at 01:32 p.m., the estimated opening time is unknown. This […]
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Staff member for the Wyoming Women’s Center tests positive for COVID-19
Cheyenne, Wyo. – The Wyoming Department of Corrections (WDOC) has announced that one staff member from the Wyoming Women’s Center has tested positive for the COVID-19 virus. According to the WDOC, the affected staff member’s access within the institution was very limited and as a result there does not appear to have been any heightened […]
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Colorado Rockies and Chicago Cubs could be division rivals in 2020
It is being reported by USA Today’s Bob Nightengale that Major League Baseball is considering ways to stage a season of some sort, with the newest idea involving splitting the season between Arizona and Florida — and creating a radical realignment of the 30 teams into new leagues and divisions. According to the reporting by Nightengale, the […]
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UW extends online course delivery through summer term
The University of Wyoming says that in an effort to respond to the challenges and continued uncertainties posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, the institution will extend its online/virtual learning class structure for graduate and undergraduate classes through the summer. University officials said today’s announcement is intended to give faculty members and students time to prepare […]
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The Wyoming Business and Industry Federation unveils ‘battle plan’ in response to COVID-19
CHEYENNE, Wy. – The Greater Cheyenne Chamber of Commerce has announced that they have partnered with the Wyoming Business & Industry Federation, to unveil a “battle plan” to help mitigate the economic effects of COVID-19 and strengthen businesses state-wide. “So far, Wyoming has confirmed 230 cases of the virus, with experts saying it is highly likely the […]
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WDOT: I-80 Westbound lanes near Rock Springs closed due to crash
CHEYENNE, Wyo. – The Wyoming Department of Transportation says that dues to a Crash, all lanes are blocked WESTBOUND near Rock Springs at milepost 101. They say to be prepared to stop, and to expect delays. This story is breaking and will be updated as new information is released. This article originally appeared on Cap […]
