Legislature

O’Hearn to be sworn in Thursday to represent Natrona in Wyoming House

CASPER, Wyo. — Kevin O’Hearn was appointed by the Natrona County Commissioners on Tuesday to the House District 59 seat in the Wyoming House of Representatives. O’Hearn will fill the... Read more »

07/29/20 11:20 AM

Wyoming’s $50 million ‘Mitigation Fund’ to reimburse direct COVID-19 related expenses

07/28/20 2:03 PM

Mills town official and Army vet Kevin O’Hearn looks to lead House District 59

07/21/20 10:58 AM

Gordon on Wyoming budget cuts: ‘Put simply, we don’t have enough income’

07/15/20 6:20 PM

Conservative group supports Gordon’s possible moratorium on death penalty in Wyoming

07/13/20 1:00 PM

Loucks says resignation from Wyoming House due to COVID-19 pressures on his business

07/06/20 5:32 PM

Natrona GOP announce replacement process due to Rep. Loucks’ resignation

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming House District 59 Representative Bunky Loucks resigned from his seat effective June 30, according to a Natrona County Republican Party press release. Natrona County Republican Party... Read more »

07/06/20 4:34 PM

Gov allocates $50 mil CARES Act money to Business Interruption Stipend Program

Wyoming’s Governor, Mark Gordon, has announced the allocation of $50 million in additional funding from the federal CARES Act to the Business Interruption Stipend Program. The Governor’s office says that... Read more »

06/29/20 3:30 PM

David Carpenter says property tax increases sparked his run for Wyoming House Seat 59 (PHOTOS)

CASPER, Wyo — David Carpenter says he’s always been “pretty vocal” on economics, political theory, and the business side of the energy industry. “Economics runs the entire show,” he told... Read more »

06/15/20 6:55 PM

Nonprofits ineligible for $50 million COVID-19 ‘Wyoming Business Interruption Stipend’ program

CASPER, Wyo. — The $50 million “Wyoming Business Interruption Stipend” program is set to launch on Monday, June 8. The Wyoming Business Council will administer the program and have announced... Read more »

06/04/20 7:30 PM

$50 million Wyoming COVID-19 business relief program launching Monday

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Business Council will begin to accept applications for the $50 million “Wyoming Business Interruption Stipend” program at 10 am Monday, June 8. “The program offers... Read more »

06/04/20 6:39 PM

Governor to announce need for further budget cuts in Wyoming Thursday

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon is expected to make a public announcement of further cuts to the state’s budget on Thursday, June 4 which could lead to some... Read more »

06/04/20 12:20 PM

Wyoming Business Council: $50 million business relief program may launch in early June

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Business Council Board of Directors, which includes Governor Mark Gordon, are set to hold a special meeting at 9 am Friday, May 29. During the... Read more »

05/28/20 7:11 PM

Gordon signs three CARES Act related bills to get $1.25 billion in Wyoming COVID-19 assistance flowing

CASPER, Wyo. —Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon signed three pieces of legislation into law on Wednesday, May 20 which relate to the use of $1.25 billion in federal CARES Act funding... Read more »

05/21/20 9:23 AM

Lawmakers begin appropriating federal aid money

May 19, 2020 by Andrew Graham, WyoFile CHEYENNE — Over more than 30 hours of live-streamed videoconferencing this weekend, the Wyoming Legislature passed three bills to begin spending $1.25 billion in federal... Read more »

05/20/20 6:00 AM

Wyoming Legislature authorize COVID-19 rent assistance and protections for employers

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Legislature have passed legislation which would authorize a COVID-19 rent assistance program and relief and protections for Wyoming employers if Governor Mark Gordon signs the... Read more »

05/16/20 8:33 PM

Gordon announces new Wyoming COVID-19 death in message to the legislature

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon delivered a message to the Wyoming House of Representatives toward the end of their special session on Saturday, May 16. During his remarks,... Read more »

05/16/20 8:19 PM

Legislature authorize up to $325 million in CARES Act relief for Wyoming small businesses

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Legislature have passed legislation which would direct $325 million in CARES Act funding or future federal funding received by the state to provide COVID-19 pandemic... Read more »

05/16/20 6:38 PM

Legislators say Wyoming businesses protected from ‘flood of litigation’ during COVID-19 pandemic

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Legislature has been working to direct $1.25 billion in federal CARES Act funding which has been received by the state in response to the COVID-19... Read more »

05/16/20 5:46 PM

Gallery: 3,000+ tune into special session; Wyoming legislators get creative with virtual imagery

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Legislature has been holding a special legislative session May 15-16 to direct the use of $1.25 billion in federal CARES Act funding received by the... Read more »

05/16/20 3:59 PM

Tune in as Wyoming Legislature begin second day of special session Saturday

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Legislature is set to resume their special session beginning at 9 am Saturday, May 16. Both the House of Representatives and Senate worked late into... Read more »

05/16/20 9:27 AM

House amend $275 million Wyo. small business relief bill; jettison loans in favor of stipends

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming House of Representatives adopted two amendments to House Bill 1004 during the special session on Friday, May 15 which make changes to proposed COVID-19 relief... Read more »

05/15/20 8:16 PM

House reject $600 million in tax relief for Wyoming residents not allowed under CARES Act

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming House of Representatives shot down an amendment to House Bill 1001 that would have appropriated up to $600 million toward property and sales tax relief... Read more »

05/15/20 6:04 PM

Wyoming House amend CARES funding bill to include tribal governments

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming House of Representatives adopted an amendment to House Bill 1001 during the special session Friday, May 8 that would make it possible for the Eastern... Read more »

05/15/20 3:04 PM

Legislature debates whether Wyoming rent assistance should be paid to tenants or landlords

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Legislature is considering legislation during their Friday, May 15 special session that would include providing for rent assistance and the avoidance of evictions amid the... Read more »

05/15/20 1:07 PM

Rep. Gray argues special session rules limit debate; others say they prevent filibusters

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Legislature is holding a special session in response to the COVID-19 pandemic which includes legislation that would guide the emergency appropriation of $1.25 billion in... Read more »

05/15/20 10:04 AM

Wyoming Legislature considering making businesses immune from COVID-19 civil liabilities

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Legislature is set to consider legislation during the special session which would make business entities, including nonprofits, immune from civil liabilities stemming from coronavirus exposure... Read more »

05/15/20 8:36 AM

Wyoming Legislature urged to expand Medicaid as job losses pile up

CASPER, Wyo. — The COVID-19 pandemic and low oil prices, combined with a shrinking coal market and oversupply of natural gas is taking a toll on Wyoming’s economy and the... Read more »

05/14/20 3:26 PM

Banks overwhelmed by PPP; may struggle with Wyoming COVID-19 relief loans for businesses

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Legislature are set to consider bills which would guide the emergency appropriation of $1.25 billion in federal Coronavirus, Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act... Read more »

05/14/20 12:32 PM

Leg. to allow some media into Capitol for special session

May 11, 2020 by Andrew Graham, WyoFile The Wyoming Legislature will allow some media into the Capitol for this week’s two-day special session under special guidelines the Legislative Services Office issued on... Read more »

05/12/20 6:03 AM

Wyoming Legislature granting limited media access to Capitol during COVID-19 special session

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Legislature will be holding a special session May 15-16 in response to COVID-19 impacts on the state. The legislaute will discuss the emergency appropriation of... Read more »

05/11/20 4:05 PM

Gov. proclaims a special session; public, press cannot attend

May 8, 2020 by Andrew Graham, WyoFile Gov. Mark Gordon Thursday signed a proclamation convening the Wyoming Legislature for a special session on May 15 to distribute federal stimulus money to Wyoming... Read more »

05/11/20 8:44 AM

Gordon calls Wyoming Legislature into special session to address COVID crisis

Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon signed a proclamation to convene the Wyoming Legislature in a special session. The 65th Legislature will be called into special session on Friday, May 15, at... Read more »

05/07/20 3:22 PM

Governor instructs state agencies to prepare for COVID-19 budget impacts

As Wyoming continues to experience the direct and indirect fiscal impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, Governor Mark Gordon has instructed all state agency directors to identify opportunities to immediately reduce... Read more »

04/15/20 2:37 PM

Analysts’ memo to lawmakers predicts staggering revenue drops for Wyoming

April 13, 2020 by Andrew Graham, WyoFile Wyoming state government revenues could plummet from anywhere between $555 million and nearly $2.8 billion over the next two years as a result of the... Read more »

04/14/20 9:17 AM

Legislative Management Council set meeting to discuss COVID-19 and consider possible special session

CHEYENNE – Management Council will meet on April 16 at 7:30 a.m. to consider interim topics for joint interim committees. This meeting will include discussion of potential legislative responses to the... Read more »

04/02/20 9:47 AM

Governor vetos ‘born alive’ bill, signs 2 others into law

CASPER, Wyo. – Governor Mark Gordon said in a press release he has signed two bills, vetoed four and allowed five to go into law without his signature. They are... Read more »

03/27/20 1:01 PM

Center Street bridge in Casper dedicated to Bataan Death March survivor

CASPER, Wyo. — The I-25 bridge over Casper’s Center Street will be dedicated to Dr. Leanard L. Robinson, a survivor of the Bataan Death March in World War II. Governor... Read more »

03/25/20 11:11 AM

Disposal of wind turbine blades in abandoned coal mines authorized in Wyoming

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon signed a bill into law on Monday, March 23 which authorizes the disposal of wind turbine blades and shells into abandoned coal mines... Read more »

03/25/20 10:44 AM

Governor authorizes path for Wyoming to stop recognizing seasonal time changes

CASPER, Wyo. — Governor Mark Gordon signed House Bill 44 into law on Monday, March 23. That bill creates a pathway in which Wyoming could stop observing seasonal time changes. The bill... Read more »

03/25/20 10:22 AM

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Legislature

O’Hearn to be sworn in Thursday to represent Natrona in Wyoming House

Wyoming’s $50 million ‘Mitigation Fund’ to reimburse direct COVID-19 related expenses

Mills town official and Army vet Kevin O’Hearn looks to lead House District 59

Gordon on Wyoming budget cuts: ‘Put simply, we don’t have enough income’

Conservative group supports Gordon’s possible moratorium on death penalty in Wyoming

Loucks says resignation from Wyoming House due to COVID-19 pressures on his business

Natrona GOP announce replacement process due to Rep. Loucks’ resignation

Gov allocates $50 mil CARES Act money to Business Interruption Stipend Program

David Carpenter says property tax increases sparked his run for Wyoming House Seat 59 (PHOTOS)

Nonprofits ineligible for $50 million COVID-19 ‘Wyoming Business Interruption Stipend’ program

$50 million Wyoming COVID-19 business relief program launching Monday

Governor to announce need for further budget cuts in Wyoming Thursday

Wyoming Business Council: $50 million business relief program may launch in early June

Gordon signs three CARES Act related bills to get $1.25 billion in Wyoming COVID-19 assistance flowing

Lawmakers begin appropriating federal aid money

Wyoming Legislature authorize COVID-19 rent assistance and protections for employers

Gordon announces new Wyoming COVID-19 death in message to the legislature

Legislature authorize up to $325 million in CARES Act relief for Wyoming small businesses

Legislators say Wyoming businesses protected from ‘flood of litigation’ during COVID-19 pandemic

Gallery: 3,000+ tune into special session; Wyoming legislators get creative with virtual imagery

Tune in as Wyoming Legislature begin second day of special session Saturday

House amend $275 million Wyo. small business relief bill; jettison loans in favor of stipends

House reject $600 million in tax relief for Wyoming residents not allowed under CARES Act

Wyoming House amend CARES funding bill to include tribal governments

Legislature debates whether Wyoming rent assistance should be paid to tenants or landlords

Rep. Gray argues special session rules limit debate; others say they prevent filibusters

Wyoming Legislature considering making businesses immune from COVID-19 civil liabilities

Wyoming Legislature urged to expand Medicaid as job losses pile up

Banks overwhelmed by PPP; may struggle with Wyoming COVID-19 relief loans for businesses

Leg. to allow some media into Capitol for special session

Wyoming Legislature granting limited media access to Capitol during COVID-19 special session

Gov. proclaims a special session; public, press cannot attend

Gordon calls Wyoming Legislature into special session to address COVID crisis

Governor instructs state agencies to prepare for COVID-19 budget impacts

Analysts’ memo to lawmakers predicts staggering revenue drops for Wyoming

Legislative Management Council set meeting to discuss COVID-19 and consider possible special session

Governor vetos ‘born alive’ bill, signs 2 others into law

Center Street bridge in Casper dedicated to Bataan Death March survivor

Disposal of wind turbine blades in abandoned coal mines authorized in Wyoming

Governor authorizes path for Wyoming to stop recognizing seasonal time changes

Crime

Animals

Rawlins Police: Man arrested after dog is left in hot vehicle

Oil City Police Calls (8/12/20 – 8/13/20)

Recent Arrests (8/12/20 – 8/13/20)

Cheyenne Police Department seek information on Burglary suspects

Man faces Burglary charge after shopping with allegedly stolen card

Obituaries

Latest News

Obituaries: Jaramillo, Shultz, Allison

Obituaries: Wray-Ross, Stowe,

Obituaries: Hackley, Guenther, Dodge, Bay, Jr.

Obituaries: Darnall, Loftin, Grant

Pete Hamill, legendary New York columnist and novelist, dies

Community

Community

Wyoming K9 teams place 1st, 3rd in regional U.S. Police Canine Association event

WMC says $157 million sale of hospital assets to Banner Health will benefit residents

WDH adds 27 new lab-confirmed COVID cases, 1 death on Thursday

Death of Big Horn County man attributed to COVID-19

Rawlins Police: Man arrested after dog is left in hot vehicle

Wyoming

Latest News

1,000+ acre wildfire forces closure of US 20/26 between Casper and Moneta

PHOTOS: Wildfire ‘moving fast’ west of Casper; at over 1,000 acres

Wyoming’s Cynthia Lummis announces endorsement by President Trump

Death of Big Horn County man attributed to COVID-19

Rawlins Police: Man arrested after dog is left in hot vehicle

Promoted

Events

Here is your entertainment line-up for the Wyoming State Fair

Toy Town’s annual Lego competition taking place this week

Applications for COVID-19 Business Relief funding opened on August 4

History Repeats Itself: The Story of Steve Emery

Nonprofit agency looking for a program manager

Galleries

Galleries

Photo Gallery: COVID-era puts new spin on YMCA spin class

PHOTOS: Comet NEOWISE fading but still fascinating in view from Muddy Mountain