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Johnson County Approves Amended Liquor License

Johnson County’s Commissioners have approved an amended liquor license that was approved at a previous meeting. Commission Chairman Bill Novotny explained the need for the change. The liquor license was reissued to Smokin B, LLC d/b/a the Cattleguard Steakhouse and Saloon. Read More

March 3, 2022

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Buffalo Police Chief Commends Officers for Recent Arrests

Buffalo Police Chief Sean Bissett, in his report to the city council this week, gave recognition for his officers going above the call of duty to make recent arrests. Bissett details one arrest that came from an observant officer during a routine check. Another incident involved a domestic dispute where a search warrant was issued …

March 3, 2022

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Tongue River Girls Basketball Drops First Game At 2022 2A State Tournament

The Tongue River Lady Eagles jumped out to an 11-4 lead, but Wyoming Indian took control from there to win 59-45, in the first round of the 2A Girls Basketball State Tournament in Casper. The Lady Chiefs defense forced 25 turnovers, resulting in 25 points, and TR was unable to contain Layla C’Bearing who led …

March 3, 2022

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Wyoming Mask Mandate Lawsuit Dismissed

This story first appeared on Cowboy State Daily By Ellen Fike, Cowboy State Daily A federal judge this week dismissed a lawsuit against the state of Wyoming and several school districts over mandates issued during the coronavirus pandemic. U.S. District Court Judge Nancy Freudenthal said in her order to dismiss the lawsuit that the plaintiffs …

March 3, 2022

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Wyoming AG Urges T-Mobile Data Theft Victims To Take Precautions

Attorney General Bridget Hill urges all Wyoming residents who believe they were impacted by the data breach announced by T-Mobile in August 2021 to take appropriate steps to protect their information from identity theft. On August 17th, T-Mobile reported a massive data breach compromising the sensitive personal information of millions of current, former,

March 3, 2022

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Rams / Eagles Basketball Open the State Tournament Today / Bronc and Lady Bronc Hoops Open Regional Tournament Play / Cowboys Lose at UNLV

RAMS / EAGLES STATE BASKETBALL – The Big Horn Rams and the Tongue River Eagles and Lady Eagles open the 2-A state basketball tournament today in Casper. The Lady Eagles open with Wyoming Indian the Rams take on Rocky Mountain, the Eagles open with Big Piney. BRONC / LADY BRONC BASKETBALL – The Broncs and …

March 3, 2022

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SBE to Hold Special Meeting to Discuss Evaluation of the Accountability System

The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will hold a special meeting, virtually, starting at 8:00 am Friday to discuss the evaluation of the Wyoming school accountability system. The Wyoming Accountability in Education Act was established in 2011 outlining an accountability system under which each school in Wyoming receives an annual performance rating.

March 3, 2022

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Sheridan College to Host CNA Info Session Next Week

Sheridan College will host a CNA information session early next week. Sheridan Media’s Ron Richter has the details. Sheridan College to Host CNA Info Session Next Week The Certified Nursing Assistant course at Sheridan College prepares students for entry-level employment in the healthcare field. The CNA program will host a free information session Monday,

March 3, 2022

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Budget Session Reaches Bill Crossover Period

The Wyoming Legislature has passed the midway point for the 2022 Budget Session. Sheridan Media’s Ron Richter has the details. Budget Session Reaches Bill Crossover Period Wednesday marked the crossover period for the body, meaning it was the last day for third reading in the house of origin. Any legislation that did not successfully pass …

March 3, 2022

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Bill protecting land surrounding veteran facilities moves to second reading in the Senate

A bill protecting lands surrounding the State Veterans Home and Skilled Nursing Facility in Buffalo as well as two other sites in the state from commercial mineral development has passed first reading in the Senate.  The bill proposes leasing those state grounds only for the grazing of cattle, so long as the Veterans’ Home of …

March 2, 2022

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