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UW-led update of early learning standards aims to boost preschool experiences

The University of Wyoming reports that early childhood educators, parents and others across Wyoming now have access to an important tool to help children from birth through kindergarten. A collaborative, statewide effort involving the state’s early childhood professionals has produced an update to Wyoming’s early learning standards, with a goal of

March 18, 2022

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Sen. Kinskey talks redistricting process

While appearing on Sheridan Media’s Public Pulse program, District 22 Senator Dave Kinskey (R), told listeners about his insights on the redistricting process that had to take place during the recent 2022 Legislative Budget Session.  Sen. D. Kinskey (R) Much of the discussion revolved around the 5% deviation rule. The House of Representatives presented a

March 18, 2022

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Wyoming Economist, Former Legislator Differ On Student Loan Debt Cancellation

This article first appeared on Cowboy State Daily. By Ellen Fike, Cowboy State Daily A Wyoming economist and attorney are at odds over whether the cancellation of the nation’s $1.6 trillion in student loan debt would be a good thing. In late February, the former U.S. Secretary of Education John B. King called on President …

March 18, 2022

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Man Faces Prison, $25K Fine For Destroying Parts Of Grand Teton Natl Park With Illegal Motorcycle Event

This story first appeared on Cowboy State Daily. By Ellen Fike, Cowboy State Daily A man identified as the organizer of an off-road vehicle event that damaged sensitive environment in Grand Teton National Park in 2020 is facing a series of federal charge. Jacob “Jake” Hobbs was charged on Wednesday with unlawfully destroying and damaging property,

March 18, 2022

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Global Mining Business Finds Significant Deposits Of Uranium In Wyoming’s Red Desert

This article first appeared on Cowboy State Daily. By Clair McFarland, Cowboy State Daily A global mining business says it has found significant deposits of uranium in Wyoming’s Red Desert.   GTI Resources discovered a likely source of raw uranium, or yellowcake, through a first-time exploratory drill program called the “Thor” project in the Great

March 18, 2022

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Bronc / Lady Bronc Soccer Open at Buffalo Today / Track and Field Outdoor Season Starts Tomorrow

BRONC / LADY BRONC SOCCER – The Bronc and Lady Bronc soccer teams start their season with road games at Buffalo today then host games with Cody on tomorrow. Lady Broncs Head coach Kevin Rizer says they have moved outdoors after spending the first week of workouts inside. And when they take the field in …

March 18, 2022

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Dervish Performs at the WYO Theater on Saint Patrick’s Day

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March 18, 2022

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Lummis Staff to Hold Office Hours in Sheridan County

Staff for U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis of Wyoming will hold remote office hours in Sheridan on Tuesday March 22,  to meet with constituents. Field Representative Bronwyn Lance will be available to meet with residents individually and hear ideas, comments and concerns about what is happening in the U.S. Senate, and also to help anyone having …

March 18, 2022

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Wyoming Cities Reach Out To Cody About Its Six Geodesic Wind-Proof Domes

This article first appeared on Cowboy State Daily. By Wendy Corr, Cowboy State Daily Apparently, it was a good idea. And now, people are taking notice of the strange domes springing up in downtown Cody. When Ryan Hauck, executive director of the Park County Travel Council, began the constructing the six clear domes outside the Cody Chamber …

March 18, 2022

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‘Wyoming Veterans Welcome Home Day’ celebration

Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon and the Wyoming Veterans Commission are pleased to announce celebrations for “Wyoming Veterans Welcome Home Day” on Saturday, March 26.  According to the Wyoming Military Department, the day of welcoming was codified in state law during the 61st legislative session for March 30, of each year, the date U.S. combat troops

March 17, 2022

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