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Wyoming State Parks regretfully announces the temporary closure of the Star Plunge at Hot Springs State Park on Tuesday, Aug. 15, due to their failure to provide proof of liability insurance in compliance with their Wyoming State Parks contract. The closure will take effect immediately, and was made with the utmost concern for the safety and well-being of visitors to the park. "While it's regrettable that we must temporarily close the Star Plunge, our top priority is ensuring the safety of our visitors," said Nick Neylon, Deputy Director of... Full story
CASPER - The Wyoming Department of Health's 2022 report didn't capture all abortions in the state. The number of women who received abortions in Wyoming doubled last year to 200, according to the Department of Health's official 2022 Induced Termination of Pregnancy Report - but even that total appears to fall well short of the actual count. Just The Pill, a telemedicine abortion provider that serves women in Wyoming, as well as Colorado, Minnesota, and Montana, recorded more than 400 patients... Full story
Alleged drunk driver causes two-hour power outage Sunday CODY (WNE) — An allegedly intoxicated driver caused the city of Cody to lose power for about two hours on Sunday, July 30, after he crashed into a city utility pole on Stampede Avenue at approximately 10 p.m., according to a Cody Police Department press release. Cody police officers initially responded to a report of a red Ford F-150 pickup truck that struck a fire hydrant before crashing into the utility pole. Damage to the utility pole was “significant” and caused a “large portion... Full story
Scientists say not necessarily POWELL — In the same way digital photography has evolved from 3 megapixel state-of-the-art professional DSLR cameras in the late 90s to folks now carrying 15 megapixel cameras in their cellphones, scientists are enjoying the benefits from vastly improved imaging, a leading expert studying the Yellowstone Volcano reports. A team of researchers from the University of Utah, New Mexico University and the Institute of Earth Sciences in Taiwan in 2020 deployed 650 tempor... Full story
Colorado man arrested after 40-plus mile chase from Gillette to Upton GILLETTE (WNE) — A 59-year-old Colorado man was arrested early Wednesday morning after leading deputies and Wyoming Highway Patrol on a high speed chase in a stolen truck for more than 40 miles. Shortly before 2:30 a.m. Wednesday, a deputy was at the intersection of Highway 51 and Fairview Road, just east of Wyodak, when he saw a 2012 Ram pickup, driven by the Colorado man, drive through the stop sign. The deputy tried to p... Full story
POWELL — Tears were flowing as former U.S. Sen. Alan Simpson for the first time walked through the shell that will soon house the Mineta-Simpson Institute at the Heart Mountain Interpretive Center Saturday morning during the annual pilgrimage to the location of the former WWII internment camp. “I had a lump in my throat like a hockey puck,” the 91-year-old said, still visibly moved by the experience. He said that seeing for the first time the Institute’s floor plans — in part a tribute to his life-long friendship with Norman Mineta, a former... Full story
JACKSON - The state must clarify two abortion laws, a Teton County judge ruled last week. The order comes after the state refused to respond to a series of questions regarding the medical literature physicians can rely on, the religious motivation behind the abortion laws, and how the statutes further specific governmental interests. In the July 31 hearing, 9th Judicial District Judge Melissa Owens determined that some, but not all, of the plaintiffs' questions were relevant to resolving... Full story
CHEYENNE - Pro-life advocates who were denied intervention in the state's ongoing abortion court battle have appealed the decision to the Wyoming Supreme Court. Teton County District Court was notified by applicants Right to Life of Wyoming, Rep. Rachel Rodriguez-Williams, R-Cody, and House Majority Floor Leader Chip Neiman, R-Hulett, on Friday.They argue they have a stake in the Johnson v. Wyoming case, in which plaintiffs are challenging two abortion bans passed during the most recent... Full story
CODY —- Yet again, the city of Cody Planning and Zoning board has delayed making final decisions on the proposed Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints temple to be located off Skyline Drive, as members tabled approval of the site plan during their July 25 special meeting — for the third time. The site plan was tabled to allow the city and the applicant to work out a development agreement for the proposed temple. Also, the board will now no longer have to act on the special exemption request for the temple’s height because the churc... Full story
Cheyenne teen dies in Colorado crash that results in death of two others CHEYENNE (WNE) — A Cheyenne teen was among three individuals killed in a car accident last week, according to Colorado State Patrol. The crash happened after a collision with a parked car on July 18 on southbound Interstate 25 in Larimer County, Colorado. Trooper Gabriel Moltrer, a public affairs official with the Colorado Patrol, said the collision occurred when the driver, an 18-year-old from Cheyenne, drifted onto the shoulder of the highway and collided with a p... Full story
The Wyoming Highway Patrol will be hosting the last 90th-anniversary celebration on July 19, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. It will take place in Thermopolis, Wyoming at Hot Springs State Park, 51 Highway 20 North. The event will be adjacent to the Kiwanis Shelter in the park. During the celebration, there will be various activities for children to enjoy, as well as exhibits showcasing the history of the Wyoming Highway Patrol. Lunch will be provided and catered by Wyoming Department of Transportation and the Wyoming Highway Patrol. The public... Full story
Douglas Balmain tramps about the Shirley Basin as a 'student,' drawing inspiration for what it might teach him about leading a lifestyle with purpose. SHIRLEY BASIN-Douglas Balmain weaved through mushroom fairy rings more lush than usual for this time of year, noting the expansion of the basin's mycelial fungal colonies. Sparse but brilliant yellow, red, lavender and orange blooms provided a subtle, sleek definition to the sage carpet. The chirp and chatter of songbirds rose above the noise of... Full story
Tap to reset your Instagram password: A Colorado citizen received a text message with a link to reset her Instagram password. It turns out this is a common Instagram and Facebook scam. Never click on a link in a text message like this – if you’re concerned, log into your account, and change your password there. Amazon Prime Days start July 11: Criminals are already sending emails and texts with deals too good to be true. CyberWyoming note: Never send payment info via text or email, don’t call a random number that pops up in your inbox, and only... Full story
USPS trick: A Big Horn citizen reported receiving a text that the United States Postal Service couldn’t deliver a package because the address was invalid. The citizen was instructed to click a link to update the address. Typically these USPS impersonation scams ask the victim to pay a $3 fee to update records, using a credit card. CyberWyoming note: the USPS doesn't operate this way, and the crooks not only get your $3 but also your card number. Open Benefits Enrollment scam: CyberWyoming received an email that our Open Benefits Enrollment p... Full story
By Powell Tribune Via Wyoming News Exchange POWELL — The debate over the proposed Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints temple in Cody is not over. During a packed, standing room-only Thursday meeting with hundreds of people that ran until roughly 11:30 p.m., the City of Cody’s Planning and Zoning Board approved a conditional use permit for the building of the temple on a 4-1 vote. However, the board did not approve key items needed for the structure to be built as planned. A request for a special exemption to allow the temple’s tower to... Full story
Dayton discusses defecating deviant SHERIDAN (WNE) — Dayton residents expressed concern Wednesday over another resident defecating in public areas and burning human feces on their property. Mayor Clifford Reed said he has spoken with the resident numerous times but had no success in prompting a change, due in part to the fact that the town does not have a law enforcement presence. “Currently, we would have to go through an attorney, and we’ve had very poor luck doing that as of today, (and) set a court date for these violations,” Reed said. T... Full story
DOUGLAS — The hiring practices of the Converse County School District No. 1 board and its selection of a person in gender transition to teach middle school students drew fire during the board’s last meeting. CCSD#1 Superintendent Paige Fenton Hughes confirmed that the district recently hired quite a few new teachers, including a new Douglas Middle School band teacher. The teacher’s name has not been released. “As required by law, the applicants selected for these positions were the best applicants. We don’t inquire into sexual orientati... Full story
SHERIDAN – Sheridan City Councilor Andrew Patceg begins each regular meeting reciting the Pledge of Allegiance, with an addition. “...With liberty and justice for all — born and unborn,” he says. Patceg isn’t the first to say those three extra words; he said he first heard it from Wyoming State Rep. Mark Jennings, R-Sheridan. The phrase demonstrates the amount of respect he has for everyone, Patceg said. “When I finish up the Pledge of Allegiance and I say, ‘with liberty and justice for all, born and unborn,’ all I’m simply saying is that I... Full story
Text messages with Hi! A Laramie citizen received one of these text messages that start out with “Hi” from an unknown number. If you answer, they will attempt to suck you into their scam. Just don’t answer. If it’s from someone you know, chances are they will either text you again with more identifying information or call you. Multiple scam emails: If you’re getting dozens of scam emails, know that you’re not alone. A Nevada resident received twelve in the past week, and the links in the emails are to the same fraudulent website. CyberWyomin... Full story
Barrasso praises House for passing Gas Stove Protection and Freedom Act CHEYENNE (WNE) - U.S. Sen. John Barrasso, R-Wyo., ranking member of the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, released a statement after the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 1615, the Gas Stove Protection and Freedom Act, by a vote of 248-180. "The Biden administration is trying to regulate gas stoves and other appliances we use every day. Unless Congress stops this administration's regulatory tsunami,... Full story
LOVELL — In a 5-1 vote, the school board of Big Horn County School District No. 2 approved the creation of Esports, or competitive video gaming, for the next school year during its June 12 regular meeting. With Rebecca Moncur absent and Marianne Grant casting a no vote, the school board passed the new program hoping to get children often missed by other extra-curricular activities engaged within the school. When Lovell High School Principal Craig Lundberg first brought up the idea to the board in its regular April meeting, he said that approxim... Full story
KEMMERER - Cpt. Scott Montefusco is driving down the road in a restored 1952 Korean War Willys Jeep, with a picture of Horatio Nelson Jackson - the first person to travel across the United States in an automobile - taped to the dashboard. He is wearing a jet-helmet and throwing out the occasional "Woohoo!" He told the Gazette that he refuses to put the windshield up, no matter what the weather throws his way. He compares the experience to a scene in "Forrest Gump" where Lt. Dan braves the storm... Full story
Jackson judge will decide next week whether to also halt a medication abortion ban. The lawsuit over Wyoming’s abortion bans is scheduled for trial on April 15, 2024. Unless the trial is avoided or delayed, surgical abortions in the state are expected to remain legal until then. As scheduled, three days will be set aside for a bench trial, in which a judge makes a decision instead of a jury. As for medication abortions, they may become illegal in Wyoming as soon as July 1 — unless the Ninth District Court Judge Melissa Owens rules next wee... Full story
CHEYENNE — Wyoming advocates pushing to preserve the Indian Child Welfare Act celebrated the U.S. Supreme Court decision issued Thursday. Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett delivered the majority opinion that rejected all constitutional challenges to the federal law. Some were based on the merits of the law, while others were for lack of standing, and the high court affirmed the judgment of the U.S. Court of Appeals “regarding Congress’s constitutional authority to enact ICWA.” Affirming the constitutionality of ICWA was conside... Full story
Postal Service is Closed on Monday, June 19 Wyoming – Postal Service retail locations will be closed, and there will be no regular mail delivery except for holiday premium Priority Mail Express on Monday, June 19 in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. All retail locations will be open for normal business hours, and regular mail delivery will resume, the next business day, Tuesday, June 20. Customers are still able to order stamps, shipping supplies, print shipping labels, and request package pickups 24/7, including holidays online. Stamps a... Full story