Wyoming

CHEYENNE In a crucial step in the state's efforts to become the national leader in blockchain technology, a cryptocurrency company had its bank charter approved Wednesday by the Wyoming Banking Board....

The Albany County Board of Commissioners adopted minor amendments to the county's industrial wind energy siting regulations even as public calls continue for more substantial changes....

CHEYENNE At the University of Wyoming's Innovation Wyrkshop in Laramie, students immerse themselves in technology, learning everything from the basics of coding languages to industrial metal 3D printing....

CASPER — Emergency room staff at the SageWest hospital in Riverton allegedly turned away potential COVID-19 patients from the Wind River Indian Reservation at the start of the pandemic, Northern Arapaho Business Council Chairman Lee Spoonhunter told...

CODY — The Shoshone National Forest has released a travel management plan that could close popular snowmobiling areas and transition many roads to trails....

CHEYENNE Wyoming lawmakers took an initial look Friday at replacing the state's existing notary laws to allow for more signings to be done virtually and by some out-of-state residents....

Albany County commissioners and the Laramie City Council tentatively agreed to work toward updating the Casper Aquifer Protection Plan together this coming spring, both sides said Tuesday during a joint work session....

CHEYENNE When people are struggling to put food on the table, fresh fruits and vegetables are normally the first items they drop from their grocery lists, according to St. Joseph's Food Pantry Administrator Renee Gamino....

RAWLINS As an organization dedicated to addressing the utmost pressing issues impacting the Downtown District of Rawlins, Rawlins Development Authority/Main Street Board of Directors and its staff is diligently preparing for a Spring of 2021 installation ...

TORRINGTON — "You're looking at the first licensed industrial hemp field in the state of Wyoming," said Kelly Sittner, president of Goshen County Economic Development and vice president of the Wyoming Hemp Association, at a field exposit...

CASPER — Even before COVID-19, most state leaders already understood that Wyoming would be unable to cut itself out of its current budget crisis....

CASPER — Oil and gas companies operating on public land in Wyoming reaped the vast majority of royalty and lease relief from the federal government during an aid program spurred by the COVID-19 pandemic....

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CHEYENNE The 25th Annual National Solar Tour kicks off its virtual tour Sept. 28, and will feature Wyoming homes and businesses powered by solar energy....

CHEYENNE When the COVID-19 pandemic reached Laramie County, the needs in the community increased greatly. Nonprofits and community service organizations saw a huge jump in demand for their services as the economy slowed and unemployment rates skyrocketed ...

(StatePoint) Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, many Americans are looking into new life insurance coverage or taking a closer look at their existing coverage to make potential updates, according to a new survey....

CASPER — Wyoming lawmakers are considering allowing the shipment of Wyoming-made liquor across state lines as a part of a package of bills allowing greater flexibility for the state's small distillers amid mounting economic challenges brought on...

RIVERTON — Fremont County leaders are looking to the renovated Lost Cabin Gas Plant to stimulate taxable productivity amid a gouged fiscal picture....

ROCK SPRINGS The Western Wyoming Community College Board of Trustees approved a declaration of financial emergency during a virtual meeting on Thursday night, which could lead to up to $1.81 million in cuts -- including programs and positions --......

A traveling exhibit exploring the history of women's suffrage in Wyoming is making a stop in Laramie for the next couple months....

MEDICINE BOW Adam Broadwater used his good arm to grab a bag of donated Cheetos from a makeshift grocery shelf assemble inside a small town Wyoming fire station....

CHEYENNE Wyoming State Public Health Officer Dr. Alexia Harrist reiterated the need for students to wear masks in schools and then faced criticism from a couple lawmakers on the state's response to the COVID-19 pandemic during a virtual meeting......

(StatePoint) Math can be one of the toughest subjects to conquer, even in a typical school year. In today's unusual learning environment, new challenges are presenting themselves to teachers and students alike. Here is how you can help your child......

(StatePoint) September is National Piano Month, a month-long celebration of a versatile and beautiful instrument. Whether you are a novice, a virtuoso or just a fan, there are many ways to celebrate pianos and the music that they make....

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The University of Wyoming will continue its campus pause, which was initiated last Wednesday due to positive COVID-19 tests by students, until Sept. 14, the school announced Wednesday in a news release....

CHEYENNE Northrop Grumman has been selected by the U.S. Air Force to modernize the nation's aging intercontinental ballistic missile system under a $13.3 billion contract awarded Tuesday for the engineering and manufacturing development phase of the G...

CHEYENNE A few weeks after state leaders unveiled a plan to conduct surveillance testing on Wyoming's teachers and staff for COVID-19, the two school districts in Laramie County have split on whether to move forward with the voluntary program....

(StatePoint) As American families continue to track developments of the pandemic, many are opting for regional travel experiences this fall....

(BPT) - Navigating the ins and outs of Medicare can be an intimidating experience if you're not familiar with certain terms....

(BPT) - Caregiving for a loved one can put a strain on even the most resilient people. Add in the uncertainties of the COVID-19 pandemic and it has the potential to feel challenging. This means that finding ways to thrive......

(BPT) - Medicare's Annual Enrollment Period is almost here — the time (Oct. 15 to Dec. 7) when people can make changes to their Medicare coverage for the year ahead....

Wyoming is collaborating with the Trump administration to develop strategies to extend the lives of the nation's aging coal-fired power plants — the primary customers of the state's coal mining industry....

GILLETTE — An oil and gas company's proposal to trade land with the state has angered landowners in southern Campbell County....

CASPER — Lawmakers alternatively poked and chafed Tuesday at the boundaries of Wyoming's education system and the court decisions that protect it as they look to solve a yawning revenue deficit and stay on the right side of the state's......

(BPT) - When can you sign up for Medicare? When can you switch plans if your health needs have changed? Understanding Medicare's enrollment periods helps you get the coverage you need when you need it....

(NewsUSA) - The move to online classes at colleges and universities to deal with COVID-19 isn't making the grade with many Americans....

(BPT) - Many people are surprised to find out that Original Medicare doesn't generally cover prescription drugs. For help with the cost of your medications, you can choose a stand-alone Part D plan or a Medicare Advantage plan with prescription......

(BPT) - If you're one of the millions of caregivers in the United States, you know that COVID-19 — and the realities of social distancing and isolation — may complicate the day-to-day tasks of caregiving. But even now, it's important.....

POWELL — Having identified the tracks of black bear, grizzly and wolf on a trail at the base of a rock slide, Tessa Fowler knew she was in the right place....

CASPER — The new owners of 5 million combined acres of land and mineral rights in southern Wyoming say they plan to pursue opportunities to expand renewable energy development in addition to existing drilling and mining activity — a potential....

RAWLINS The Gateway South project is continuing to move forward, as two updates were given about it during the Rawlins City Council meeting this week....

Laramie's artists are ready to take over the downtown district for the next week during the Pop-Up Art Walk, a late-summer tradition that's set to continue for the fifth time....

CHEYENNE Though it was a few weeks later than initially planned, local residents got their first chance this week to try out Cheyenne Frontier Days' new food vendor, which is offering a taste of its selections at the Frontier......

ROCK SPRINGS Reductions have already made an impact on Western Wyoming Community College this school year, and more are expected. Western reduced its budget by 19% before the Board of Trustees passed a $46.5 million budget for fiscal year......

(StatePoint) Between schoolwork, socialization and gaming, kids will likely be online more than ever this year, especially with many students continuing to learn remotely. Families are yet again facing the challenge of ensuring children's online usage...

(BPT) - Many people around the U.S. are relying on unemployment insurance assistance as the country battles the pandemic and associated economic effects. As unemployment has risen, fraudsters have been targeting consumers to steal unemployment insurance b...

(BPT) - Calling all grill masters! Cointreau is taking The Original Margarita and heating things up a bit. That's right, we want you to grill your next Margarita, from watermelon to peaches. Let's mix the sweet and smokey and have......

CASPER — Two off-campus parties held as students return to Laramie have helped spark the spread of the coronavirus there, which on Wednesday prompted the University of Wyoming to hit a five-day pause on all campus activity....

TORRINGTON Everything goes in cycles and production agriculture is no exception....