Energy

Strong economic growth continues in rural parts of 10 states

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Strong economic growth continues in rural parts of 10 Plains and Western states, according to a new monthly survey of bankers in the region. Bankers from... Read more »

10/21/21 1:56 PM

Report: U.S. gas prices reach 7-year high; Wyomingites paying ~$1.29/gal more than a year ago

CASPER, Wyo. — The price of gas across the United States has reached a high mark not seen since October 2014. The average price of a gallon of regular gasoline... Read more »

10/06/21 12:48 PM

Wyo agencies to help coal communities compete for economic diversification funds

The Wyoming Energy Authority and Wyoming Business Council have joined forces to help coal communities compete for federal stimulus dollars aimed at diversifying their economies.

10/06/21 9:27 AM

Navajo company takes over operation of coal mine it owns

FARMINGTON, N.M. (AP) — A Navajo Nation company is taking over the operation of a coal mine it owns in northwestern New Mexico.

10/01/21 5:12 AM

Bridger coal helping future laid off employees find jobs

Stephanie Thompson – SweetwaterNOW September 28, 2021 POINT OF ROCKS — Last week, Bridger Coal Company officially announced in a letter to local officials its intent to permanently close its underground mining... Read more »

09/28/21 12:22 PM

Bridger Coal Company announce layoffs; permanent mine closure

Stephanie Thompson – SweetwaterNOW September 20, 2021 POINT OF ROCKS — In a letter to Rock Springs Mayor Tim Kaumo, Pacific Minerals Inc., doing business as Bridger Coal Company, informed the... Read more »

09/20/21 3:33 PM

Wyoming gas prices drop ~5 cents but national prices up; Gulf still recovering from hurricanes

CASPER, Wyo. — The average cost of a regular gallon of gasoline in Wyoming is $3.544 as of Monday, according to AAA. That is down about five cents from a... Read more »

09/20/21 1:52 PM

Wyoming gas prices down from summer peak; still ~$0.40 more expensive than U.S. average

CASPER, Wyo. — The average price of a gallon of regular gasoline in on Monday in Wyoming is down about a penny in the last week and down about two... Read more »

09/13/21 3:45 PM

Gordon wants ‘reliable’ fossil fuel energy sources, says Rocky Mountain Power too focused on renewables

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon’s office said in a press release on Friday that the governor is pushing for “reliable” fossil fuel energy sources and has concerns about... Read more »

09/03/21 12:59 PM

Environmental groups file lawsuit against Biden administration opening oil and gas lease sales

CASPER, Wyo. — Multiple environmental organizations have filed a lawsuit challenging the President Joe Biden administration’s decision to open 79 million acres in the Gulf of Mexico for oil and... Read more »

09/01/21 12:02 PM

Biden accused of breaking campaign promise as oil and gas lease sales resume

CASPER, Wyo. — The administration of President Joe Biden has been facing criticism from multiple directions in regard to oil and gas lease sales on federal lands. While Wyoming Governor... Read more »

08/31/21 2:48 PM

Contago Oil & Gas acquires Wyoming Wind River Basin assets for $67M from ConocoPhillips

CASPER, Wyo. — Contago Oil & Gas Company announced on Tuesday that it has completed acquisition of “low decline, conventional gas assets” located in Wyoming’s Wind River Basin. The assets... Read more »

08/31/21 2:35 PM

Gordon says Biden administration dragging feet to prevent oil and gas lease sales

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon’s office shared statements from the governor on Wednesday in which he criticizes the United States Department of the Interior’s response to a court... Read more »

08/25/21 11:32 AM

With Wyoming gas prices averaging ~$3.59/gallon, Lummis calls on Biden to take action

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming U.S. Sen. Cynthia Lummis has joined 23 of her colleagues in calling on President Joe Biden to take action to help reduce gas prices across the... Read more »

08/18/21 12:00 PM

Wyoming oil and gas rig count half of 2019 levels; Gordon says state missing out on millions in revenue

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon said on Monday that there were 17 oil and gas rigs operating in the state, half of the number that were operating in... Read more »

08/17/21 1:47 PM

State analysis: 12,000 left Wyoming in the last decade, overall growth was 2.3%

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming added 13,225 residents between 2010 and 2020, growing by 2.3%, according to recently released data from the U.S. Census Bureau. That’s the 7th slowest growth rate in... Read more »

08/16/21 1:42 PM

Wyo drilling rig count triples during Biden leasing pause

The number of rotary rigs drilling for oil and gas in Wyoming tripled since President Joe Biden announced a pause on leasing federal minerals for development more than five months ago.

08/16/21 7:07 AM

Wyo’s economic recovery lags behind nation

Wyoming’s recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic has been slower than most other states, according to state and federal data, with numerous indicators hinting the state’s economy may not reach its pre-pandemic strength by the time the Legislature meets this winter.

08/12/21 5:43 AM

Report: Wyoming gas prices keep climbing to $3.582/gallon as nation’s average declines

CASPER, Wyo. — While the price of regular gasoline in Wyoming continues to climb, average prices across the country declined slightly on Tuesday, according to AAA. Wyoming’s average price for... Read more »

08/10/21 3:12 PM

Wyo unprepared to grab federal coal community lifeline, experts say

Wyoming stands to receive millions in federal stimulus dollars aimed at helping coal- and energy-reliant communities survive industry downturns and diversify their economies. The state, however, is currently unprepared to capitalize on the opportunity, stakeholders say.

08/06/21 5:18 AM

Gordon signs agreement for Wyoming and JCOAL carbon capture research to continue

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon and Japan Coal Frontier Organization President Osamu Tsukamoto have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) that will allow a partnership between the State... Read more »

08/02/21 5:47 PM

Wyoming gas prices jump to ~$3.54/gallon, most expensive in west

CASPER, Wyo. — The average price of a regular gallon of gasoline in Wyoming is $3.543 as of Monday, according to AAA. That’s about 37 cents higher than the national... Read more »

08/02/21 12:53 PM

We’ve been here before: Wyoming nuclear project echoes of past

This article was originally published by WyoFile and is republished here with permission. WyoFile is an independent nonprofit news organization focused on Wyoming people, places and policy. July 30, 2021 by Joel Funk, WyoFile When state... Read more »

08/01/21 3:04 PM

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Energy

Strong economic growth continues in rural parts of 10 states

Black Hills Energy reminds “call before you dig” this autumn

Oil and gas continues to show signs of recovery in Wyoming

Report: Wyoming gas prices above $3.50/gallon with oil above $80/barrel

Montana and Wyoming see increase in coal production

Bitcoin-mining power plant raises ire of environmentalists

Report: U.S. gas prices reach 7-year high; Wyomingites paying ~$1.29/gal more than a year ago

Wyo agencies to help coal communities compete for economic diversification funds

Navajo company takes over operation of coal mine it owns

Bridger coal helping future laid off employees find jobs

Bridger Coal Company announce layoffs; permanent mine closure

Wyoming gas prices drop ~5 cents but national prices up; Gulf still recovering from hurricanes

Wyoming gas prices down from summer peak; still ~$0.40 more expensive than U.S. average

Gordon wants ‘reliable’ fossil fuel energy sources, says Rocky Mountain Power too focused on renewables

Environmental groups file lawsuit against Biden administration opening oil and gas lease sales

Biden accused of breaking campaign promise as oil and gas lease sales resume

Contago Oil & Gas acquires Wyoming Wind River Basin assets for $67M from ConocoPhillips

Gordon says Biden administration dragging feet to prevent oil and gas lease sales

With Wyoming gas prices averaging ~$3.59/gallon, Lummis calls on Biden to take action

Wyoming oil and gas rig count half of 2019 levels; Gordon says state missing out on millions in revenue

State analysis: 12,000 left Wyoming in the last decade, overall growth was 2.3%

Wyo drilling rig count triples during Biden leasing pause

Wyo’s economic recovery lags behind nation

Report: Wyoming gas prices keep climbing to $3.582/gallon as nation’s average declines

Wyo unprepared to grab federal coal community lifeline, experts say

Gordon signs agreement for Wyoming and JCOAL carbon capture research to continue

Wyoming gas prices jump to ~$3.54/gallon, most expensive in west

We’ve been here before: Wyoming nuclear project echoes of past

Wyoming gas prices climb to ~$3.53/gallon, 36 cents above national average

Wyoming governor signs order aiming to alleviate fuel shortages

Barrasso says new legislation sets stage for new Wyoming Natrium nuclear reactor

SEDC to present proposal to bring Natrium nuclear facility to Sweetwater County

Wyoming gas prices climb to ~$3.45/gallon; Gordon joins complaint blaming Biden

Australian company resuming uranium production in Wyoming; CEO to speak in Casper

Wyoming gas prices rise to $3.243/gallon heading toward July 4; up ~8 cents in a week

Power Past Coal Coalition celebrate Supreme Court’s dismissal of Wyoming, Montana case against Washington

Gordon frustrated Supreme Court won’t hear Wyoming, Montana’s challenge in Washington coal port case

Wyoming could see six new wind projects add 1,640.9 MW as PacifiCorp pushes to ‘decarbonize’

UW joins researchers looking at barriers to carbon capture

Natrium nuclear plant coming to Wyoming may not improve on existing water-cooled reactors

Crime

AP

Colorado daycare owner gets 6 years for hiding 26 kids in basement

Sheriff’s office: thermal imaging tech has special response, search-and-rescue applications

Oil City Police Calls (10/20/21 – 10/22/21)

Natrona County Arrests (10/21/21 – 10/22/21)

FBI: Dental records confirm remains are Brian Laundrie’s

Obituaries

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Community

Community

Sheriff’s office: thermal imaging tech has special response, search-and-rescue applications

Week of record COVID deaths, hospitalizations in Wyoming closes out with 389 new confirmed cases

Casper Parks & Rec: Aquatic Center leisure pool to remain closed

Dirty Axe in downtown Casper to permanently close

Poinsettia sales to benefit David Street Station

Wyoming

Community

Week of record COVID deaths, hospitalizations in Wyoming closes out with 389 new confirmed cases

Williams sworn into State House of Representatives

WDH outlines eligibility changes for COVID-19 boosters

Wyo Dems, GOP in pitched battle over special COVID legislative session

Where are the workers? Cutoff of jobless aid spurs no influx

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Community

Local realtor dancing for a great cause as one of Casper’s stars

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Brunch and Breast Health at Outpatient Radiology!

Western Heritage Consulting & Engineering ensures the journey to ranch ownership is a dream

Mental Illness Awareness Week: There is help, and hope

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(PHOTOS) ‘Hell Yeah’: Haunted skeletal smackdown wows drivers on Casper street

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