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County appoints its picks for shooting complex board

Six of the nine people who are tasked with seeing the Wyoming State Shooting Complex south of Cody to fruition and success beyond are in place. On Tuesday the Park County commissioners … more

By Zac Taylor | 4/3/25

Commissioners urge landowners to examine draft regulations within planning areas

As work on new development standards and regulations continues in Park County, commissioners are alerting landowners to check for any issues as to what new land uses and zones are being considered … more

By Zac Taylor | 4/3/25

2025 Voices of Business Listening Tour kicks off

CHEYENNE — The Wyoming Business Alliance (WBA), a leading voice for business advocacy in the Equality State, kicked off its 2025 Voices of Business Listening Tour on March 25 at … more

4/3/25

Property tax refund program application period opens

CHEYENNE — The property tax refund program for homeowners is now open for applications. At Gov. Mark Gordon's request, the Legislature appropriated an additional $10.5 million to meet the … more

4/3/25

A mule deer buck pokes its head up from brush outside Clark. The report following Wyoming Game and Fish's mule deer management discussions is now available for viewing at wgfd.wyo.gov.

Report published for Mule Deer Community Conversations

CHEYENNE — The Wyoming Game and Fish Department has compiled key concerns and feedback received from the public regarding mule deer management in the state following a series of public meetings … more

4/3/25

UW permits concealed carry on campus

CASPER — On Thursday, the University of Wyoming Board of Trustees unanimously adopted changes to campus policy to allow permitted concealed carry in school buildings. Several … more

By Allison Allsop, Casper Star-Tribune Via Wyoming News Exchange | 4/3/25

Ann Simpson, widow of former U.S. Sen. Alan K. Simpson, and Sue Simpson Gallagher, the couple’s daughter, exit the Christ Episcopal Church sanctuary after the final celebration of life ceremony, and are greeted by Cody firefighters who were at the funeral to honor Simpson, a volunteer firefighter for a decade in Cody.

Simpson laid to rest

Very few funerals have featured more laughter than the ceremony for Alan K. Simpson Monday in Cody. “Big Al” would have liked that. Hundreds of family members, friends and state … more

By Mark Davis | 4/1/25

NWC faces likely budget cuts with 25% property tax cut passed

Northwest College was prepared for a loss of revenue in the next budget even before a legislative session packed with property tax reducing bills saw some come to fruition. NWC President … more

By Zac Taylor | 4/1/25 | 1 comment

A tourist from Georgia parked his SUV in one of Yellowstone National Park’s thermal areas near Biscuit Basin in October. The tourist received a five-year ban from the park, plus jail time and financial penalties.

Yellowstone tourist gets jail time for parking on thermal area

A Georgia man who parked on top of one of Yellowstone National Park’s thermal areas last fall has been ordered to serve a week in jail and stay out of the park for the next five years. … more

By CJ Baker | 4/1/25

PCSD1 board weighs benefits of gun policy

Park County School District 1 has a decision to make following the statewide repeal of gun free zones. Will they craft a policy for school employees? Language exists in the bill allowing boards … more

By Braden Schiller | 4/1/25 | 1 comment

Giving Day sets new records at Northwest College

Northwest College’s fifth annual Giving Day has concluded with another record-breaking effort which saw $233,145 raised from 245 donors. The 24-hour campaign ran from noon on March 20 through … more

4/1/25

PantherChef winners earn spot on lunch menu

Powell students donned their Panther themed chef’s attire in Powell Middle School’s Food and Consumer Science room Wednesday evening as they worked to win over the night’s … more

By Braden Schiller | 4/1/25

Prosecutors reduce charge in gun threat case

A family argument that devolved into an armed altercation in Powell last fall is set to result in no criminal convictions. Edmund A. Drew, who turns 51 this year, was originally charged with a … more

By CJ Baker | 4/1/25

Cody man gets probation for stiffing hotel

Skipping out on a five-figure hotel bill recently resulted in a felony theft conviction for a Cody man. In a sentence finalized in early March, 65-year-old Dale L. Page was ordered to serve five … more

By CJ Baker | 4/1/25

Night at the Library returns

The Park County Library Foundation is bringing back Night at the Library for its third annual event, set to take place 6:30-9:30 p.m. on Friday, April 11, at the Cody Library. This interactive, … more

4/1/25

The Lenten Concert Series at the United Church of Powell continues April 9 with a harp performance.

Lenten concert April 9 at United Church of Powell

This year’s Lenten Concert Series will continue at noon on Wednesday, April 9, in the United Church of Powell with a performance from harpist Holly Kienlen. Homemade soups and breads will be … more

4/1/25

Game and Fish is reminding residents to be on alert for bears who are emerging from winter hibernation at this time. Residents in black and grizzly bear country are encouraged to keep garbage, livestock or pet food and birdseed properly stored and unavailable to bears. Barbecue grills should be kept clean and stored in a garage or shed when possible.

Wyoming bears are starting to wake up and become active

CHEYENNE — As bears begin to emerge from their winter dens, the Wyoming Game and Fish Department wants to remind outdoor recreationists and homeowners to take the initiative to avoid … more

4/1/25

Secretary of State Chuck Gray, seen here speaking to legislators during the recent general session, applauded legislation requiring proof of citizenship for voting that mirrors a recent executive order by President Donald Trump.

Trump’s election order mirrors Wyoming, requires proof of citizenship

An executive order signed Tuesday by President Trump mirrored a new Wyoming law requiring proof of U.S. citizenship to register to vote. Wyoming became the first in the nation to require proof … more

By Jasmine Hall, Jackson Hole News&Guide Via Wyoming News Exchange | 4/1/25

In her third grade class at John Colter Elementary school in Jackson, Natalie Lyon teaches about the theme of a story during a literature exercise in 2017.

Wyoming to appeal ruling on education funding

Wyoming will appeal the February court decision that found the state unconstitutionally underfunded public schools, according to a Wednesday filing. The notice of appeal filed in Laramie … more

By Katie Klingsporn, WyoFile.com | 4/1/25

Public asked to help find missing Powell man

Community members are asked to be on the lookout for a 52-year-old Powell man, who’s been missing since last week. Video footage shows Clint White leaving his residence just before 2 a.m. … more

3/31/25