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Wyoming Veterans Memorial Museum Family Fun Day will dish on military rations
From 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., the museum, at 3740 Jourgensen Ave. in Casper, will welcome the public to the free, drop-in program aimed at elementary age children.
Cheyenne Fire Rescue: Derailed train was carrying automobiles
CFR has released further information regarding a train derailment last night.
Fewer Wyoming resident deaths, births recorded in 2022, Wyoming Department of Health says
Fewer deaths, births, marriages and divorces were recorded among Wyoming residents in 2022 compared to the previous year according to official records held by Vital Statistics Services, or VSS, which is part of the department.
Natrona County gas prices up 2 cents as national average jumps 8 cents
Natrona County’s average price for a gallon of regular gas is up 2 cents this week amid a rise in national gas prices that pushed the average up 8 cents.
Governor Gordon signs bills strengthening outdoor tourism economy, supporting Native American culture
Two major bills signed today will create the Wyoming Outdoor Recreation and Tourism Trust Fund and codify the federal Indian Child Welfare Act as state law.
Cheyenne Frontier Days makes donations for suicide awareness
Grace for 2 Brothers and the Wyoming Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention will both receive $4,690.
Wyoming senators ask Department of Energy to clarify small refinery exemptions
Wyoming’s U.S. Senators, Cynthia Lummis and John Barrasso, joined eight Senate Republican colleagues in asking Department of Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm to explain the department’s process for vetting and approving Wyoming’s small refinery exemptions to the renewable fuel standard.
First Yellowstone grizzly of 2023 emerges from hibernation
The adult bear, estimated at 300 to 350 pounds, was seen near the remains of a bison carcass in Pelican Valley, in the central eastern part of the park.
Wyomingites less likely to go vegan, report says
While veganism is rising in some parts of the U.S., Wyoming is the state whose residents are the least likely to go vegan, according to a new report from Gambling.com.
Natrona County regains cheapest Wyoming gas with 2-cent drop; national average up
It’s been a few weeks since Natrona County could boast of having the cheapest gas in Wyoming, but a local 2-cent drop in average prices put the county back on top.
Wyoming Homeowner Assistance Fund Program holds virtual town halls
Register online for the virtual town hall at dfs.wyo.gov/haf.
(VIDEO) Yellowstone otter filmed having Friday fun
“Hello from the otter slide. I must’ve slid a thousand times…” the NPS posted.
Casper police increase reward for information on Wellspring Health Access arson case
Casper police are now offering $15,000 for information leading to the apprehension of the suspect in the Wellspring Health Access arson case in 2022.
Cheyenne Frontier Days announces artists for 2023 Frontier Nights
The artists for Frontier Nights have been offically announced.
Yellowstone announces upcoming closure as winter season ends
Learn more about park access during spring: go.nps.gov/23005.
March motor vehicle registration renewal postcards print with postage error
There’s a substantial error on March motor vehicle registration renewal postcards, the Natrona County Treasurer’s Office said Thursday.
United Way of Natrona County partnering with restaurants for Eat, Drink & Be Caring
All proceeds from to this event support United Way of Natrona County’s 2023 Annual Campaign.
Wyoming Highway Patrol certifies 9 more fentanyl-detection canine teams
The agency now has 10 canines that will assist Wyoming’s effort to remove fentanyl from the state’s communities.
Gov. Gordon signs proclamation making Wyoming a hidden heroes state
The Hidden Heroes campaign is a collaboration between AARP and the Elizabeth Dole Foundation to bring attention to the untold stories of military caregivers and seeks solutions for the challenges and long-term needs they face.
Gov. Gordon hears report from Wyoming Eagle Scouts
The report of the Scouts in Wyoming was given at the State Capitol.
USDA releases guidance for rural infrastructure projects
U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development released today a financial assistance guide regarding Build America, Buy America requirements for projects.
Yellowstone National Park recorded 3.2M visits in 2022, down 32% from 2021
For more information about park visitation, including how the park calculate these numbers, visit: go.nps.gov/23003