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As part of Pinedale High School’s literacy lab curriculum, older students read aloud to younger students in the district.

With literacy bill, Wyoming advocates and lawmakers aim to shore up students’ futures

Many tears were shed inside a nondescript meeting room inside the Wyoming Capitol, where legislators gathered last week to discuss education policy. Adolescent students cried while telling … more

By Katie Klingsporn, WyoFile.com | 11/20/25

Gordon proposes $11.1B biennium budget

CHEYENNE — Gov. Mark Gordon officially released his 2027-28 biennium budget on Monday following a Friday news conference to discuss the proposal. The plan, titled “The … more

By Noah Zahn, Wyoming Tribune Eagle Via Wyoming News Exchange | 11/20/25

BLM to burn slash piles in the Wind River Bighorn Basin District

WORLAND — The Bureau of Land Management Wind River Bighorn Basin District tentatively plans to burn slash piles within the Cody, Lander and Worland field office areas this fall and winter. … more

11/20/25

The Arctic grayling is a distinctive fish native to Wyoming, which features a large, sail-like dorsal fin.

2027 conservation stamp to feature Arctic grayling

CHEYENNE — The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is preparing to open the entry period for its 2027 Conservation Stamp Art Contest. The annual competition selects a winner whose artwork will be … more

11/20/25

Denise Kolacny teams up with her three children Haiden, 5, Tahne, 8, and Kendall (not pictured), 10, to complete their thousand steps during Downrange Warriors’ second annual CHAD 1000X challenge, a fundraiser to assist the nonprofit.

Stepping up for mental health

Placing 20 pounds of weight in her vest, Zoe Elyada prepared for the starting whistle for the second annual Park County CHAD 1000x Challenge. She wanted to feel the weight with every step up and then … more

By Mark Davis | 11/18/25

The Caroline Lockhart house, built in the 1950s for the Cody pioneer and moved from the downtown area to Yellowstone Avenue, was torn down in 2023.

Cody implements pause on building demolitions

Before you knock down an old building in Cody, you may need to wait a bit. After a couple historic structures were abruptly leveled, the City of Cody chose to adopt a new policy that requires … more

By CJ Baker | 11/18/25

Sample the Season returns Thursday

Powell’s annual Sample the Season event, where downtown businesses open their doors to seasonal treats and drinks, returns Thursday evening. The main event is 5-8 p.m. and attendees can … more

11/18/25

Cody man caught with explosives, guns pleads guilty

Last month, a Cody man conceded that he’d committed a pair of federal crimes by possessing explosive devices, a silencer and — in spite of a judge’s order to give them up — … more

By CJ Baker | 11/18/25

Damaged Johnson gym floor to be replaced at NWC

The gym floor at the Johnson Fitness Center will be replaced after water damage over the summer rendered it unrepairable, according to a contractor, architectural firm and, crucially, Northwest … more

By Zac Taylor | 11/18/25

The PHS speech and debate team gathered for the tournament included: Back row, from left: Justin Dusenberry, Gabe Leighton, Huston Dearcorn and coach Bryce Sapp. Middle row: Maddison Sagrilla, Gracie Parker, Levi Hawley, Tristan Robinson, Taylor Peters, Katarina Reitz, Mason Coombs, Bryson Taylor Weddell, Curtis Muecke, Vivion Dodd, Norah Startin, Natalie Black and coach Shelby Moore. Front Row: Natalie Warner, Paige McConnell, Raina Hansen, Ryah Easum, Calvin Easum, Leeanne Phillips, Geo Dilworth, Chloe Camp and Kyra Morrow.

PHS speech and debate hosts tourney

The Powell speech and debate team brushed up on a skill earlier this month — how to run a tournament. The team hosted a tournament Nov. 8 at Northwest College, the first time in five … more

By Zac Taylor | 11/18/25

Teaching artist Rocio Gomez Sandoval (right) poses with program participants in front of the finished fiber mural ‘Colorful Yellowstone’ during a Creative Aging project organized by the Laramie Public Art Coalition. From left: Liza Cuthbert-Millett, Theresa Williams, Marilyn Sinclair, Cathy Gunton and Gomez Sandoval.

Wyoming Arts Council announces Creative Aging Project grant recipients

CHEYENNE — The Wyoming Arts Council has awarded $150,000 in Creative Aging Project Grants to Wyoming artists and nonprofit organizations, including in Cody, to develop and deliver a total of 60 … more

11/18/25

Abby McIrvin (left), UW Extension’s federal relations employee success coordinator, stands with Sabina Wyse, Park County administrative professional, who received the Bright Future Award.

Park, Albany counties administrative professionals earn UW Extension awards

LARAMIE — This fall, the University of Wyoming Extension recognized administrative professionals in Park and Albany counties for their positivity, dedication and professionalism. … more

11/18/25

The Northwest College and Powell High School choirs will once again combine for the annual Vespers concert Dec. 3 at the Powell Church of God.

Northwest College and Powell High School choirs unite for annual Vespers concert

The Northwest College and Powell High School choirs, under the direction of Eric Hagmann and Drew Murray, will again unite for their annual Vespers Christmas Concert on Wednesday, Dec. 3, at the … more

11/18/25

Shooting complex board identifies CEO finalists

The Park County Shooting Complex Joint Powers Board is closing in on bringing in a CEO for the complex. The hiring committee has narrowed in on four applicants among the 40-50 received, … more

By Zac Taylor | 11/18/25

Snow in the Absaroka Range isn’t that uncommon in northwest Wyoming, but recent years have resulted in drought throughout most of the state. AccuWeather is forecasting more snow than average for about half of the state, including in Park County.

The ‘good’ snow: Forecasters call for snow in mountains early and often

In a diagonal line cutting across Wyoming from the northeast corner to the southwest — like your mom cut your grilled cheese sandwiches — forecasters are calling for “good” … more

By Mark Davis | 11/18/25

UW professor secures $1.3 million NSF grant to bring super-resolution microscope to campus

The University of Wyoming will soon house one of the most advanced microscopes in the Mountain West, thanks to a nearly $1.3 million grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) awarded to … more

11/18/25

Delta-8 products had become top sellers in smoke shops across Wyoming before their ban.

Wyoming hemp vendors reel from Delta-8 court loss, new federal ban

Smoke shops and other businesses that sell hemp products in Wyoming confronted a tough future this week after Republicans in the U.S. Senate inserted a ban on most THC-products derived from hemp into … more

By Andrew Graham, WyoFile.com | 11/18/25

Wyoming lawmaker and rancher dies

CHEYENNE (WNE) — State Rep. John Eklund, R-Cheyenne, died Friday morning following a battle with cancer. He was 74 years old. Local lawmakers described Eklund as a true Wyomingite who was … more

11/18/25

SNAP benefits issued to Wyoming recipients starting last Thursday

CHEYENNE — Wyoming SNAP recipients have begun to receive their full November benefits. Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for Wyoming recipients would have gone out … more

11/18/25

The show will go on

People do love their theater. And they do feel some ownership. That was reflected when Powell’s historic Vali Twin Cinema — closed for the months of September and October … more

By Dave Bonner | 11/13/25