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Gov. Mark Gordon meets with WWAMI students in his ceremonial chambers at the State Capitol. Front row, from left: Anh Huynh, Tatiana Smith, Annaliese Fitzsimmons, Sabrina Gay, Gordon, Brandi Carreau, Chantelle Barr, Dean He, Anna Ujvary and Hyrum Ruby. Back row, from left: Sai Kit Ng, Matthew Rasmussen, Riley Pilon, Victoria Toscana, Kaden Moore, Quinton Brooks, Emma Miller, Aaron Nichols, Bradford Burns, Rafael Homer and Clara Bouley.

First-year UW WWAMI medical students meet state leaders

First-year medical students from the Wyoming-WWAMI (Washington, Wyoming, Alaska, Montana and Idaho) Medical Education Program in the University of Wyoming’s College of Health Sciences met state … more

4/4/24

Rylon Bird, of Valley of the Chiefs Productions, is screening his new film, ‘The Return,’ at the Cody Theatre.

Local film featured in April 12 Cody festival

“Who will carry this on when we are gone? Who will carry on the traditions of the Crow people?” asks Noel Two Leggins in Rylon Bird’s new film, “The Return,” which … more

4/4/24

BLM kicks off spring with two wild horse and burro adoption events in April

CHEYENNE — The Bureau of Land Management will hold two separate wild horse and burro adoption events in April. The first event will have approximately 30 untrained horses up for adoption … more

4/4/24

Bighorn Canyon road work set to begin

Starting earlier this month, Bighorn Canyon roads and parking areas on both ends of the park will be under construction. There are three stages of the project that will last from April into August. … more

4/4/24

Giving the gift of life

The last thing Sasha Barrus wanted to do was be in the newspaper. She would’ve much rather simply donate her kidney to her friend, Crystal Frankenberry, and return to work at her hair salon … more

By Mark Davis | 4/2/24

Sanctuary: Wolves saved after Red Lodge organization offers a safe place

Two gray wolf siblings confiscated by officials from a dodgy roadside “zoo” in Ontario, Canada, are finally in their forever home after a laborious and secretive effort to save the pair … more

By Mark Davis | 4/2/24

U.S. Rep. Harriet Hageman (R-Wyo.) speaks during a Thursday town hall meeting at The Commons. Despite starting at 7 a.m., Hageman drew a large and enthusiastic crowd.

Republicans set up for success in 2025, Hageman says

Speaking to a crowd of Powell area residents on Thursday, U.S. Rep. Harriet Hageman (R-Wyo.) tamped down hopes for many legislative victories this year. With Democrats controlling the Senate and … more

By CJ Baker | 4/2/24

Larry the Cable Guy named Stampede Parade grand marshal

Comedian, actor and former radio personality Larry the Cable Guy will be the star of the July 3-4 Cody Stampede Parades this year. Nebraska native Daniel Lawrence Whitney, who has long gone by … more

By Zac Taylor | 4/2/24

No special session: Park County lawmakers split 5-3 in favor

At least for now, state lawmakers have decided to let Gov. Mark Gordon have the last word on property tax relief, gun free zones and several other hot topics. After Gordon vetoed eight pieces of … more

By CJ Baker | 4/2/24

Jason Potter (left), owner of Potter Self Defense Academy, carefully watches an exhibition match between Case Cottonware and Tobyn Jordan on March 25 as part of the Post 26 Big Horn Boxing Club’s first fight night in the Powell Middle School gym. Behind them is coach Ryan Green.

The first rule of fight club

It was anybody’s fight. The first round definitely went to Tobyn “Mohawka” Jordan, the second round to Case “Crash” Cottonware. The third round? It was … more

By Braden Schiller | 4/2/24

Talk on buying a business April 9 at Cafe 3zero7

The owners of Cafe 3zero7 have decided to sell their popular cafe in downtown Powell, but they’re after more than just getting a good price for the two-year business they’ve created. … more

By Zac Taylor | 4/2/24

From left, Northwest College Foundation staff Cory Ostermiller, Diedre Asay, Shelby Wetzel, Dillon Jeffs and Jill Hartmann.

Fourth annual Northwest College Giving Day sets new record

Northwest College Foundation posted record numbers in its fourth annual Giving Day campaign, a 24-hour blitz running from noon on March 21 through noon on March 22. With an emphasis on the new … more

4/2/24

Northwest College hosting global studies seminar on April 12

Global Voices, Diverse Visions: Exploring Global Perspectives and Cultures Through Cross-Cultural Education is the title of the 2024 Global Studies Seminar hosted by Northwest College on Friday, … more

4/2/24

Heart Mountain named finalist for 2024 IMLS National Medal for Museum and Library Service

Heart Mountain Wyoming Foundation is among 30 finalists for the 2024 National Medal for Museum and Library Service, according to a recent announcement from the Institute of Museum and Library … more

4/2/24

AIS inspection course offered

The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is offering an aquatic invasive species (AIS) watercraft inspection training course for members of the public April 13 in Cody. The training allows watercraft … more

4/2/24

Since opening as a small operation in Sinks Canyon, NOLS has grown its offerings to include trips around the world. Here, students raft in Utah.

Lander-based outdoor school NOLS sheds jobs, announces closures

Just four years after the COVID-19 pandemic upended operations at the National Outdoor Leadership School, the nonprofit wilderness school and staple of Wyoming’s outdoor landscape has announced … more

By Katie Klingsporn, WyoFile.com | 4/2/24

Following several vetoes from Gov. Mark Gordon, lawmakers are voting on whether to convene for a special session in which they could reconsider the legislation that Gordon rejected. The session would not be a resumption of the Budget Session, but would start from scratch.

Special session? Legislators may reconvene after slew of vetoes from Gordon

At a gathering in Cody last week, Park County legislators touted roughly $300 million worth of tax relief headed to Wyoming property owners. A package of property tax bills passed during … more

By CJ Baker | 3/28/24

Northwest College wrestler honored for extraordinary heroism

Kendell Cummings isn’t sure what he’ll do when he returns home after graduating from Northwest College, but he’ll be taking a rare medal with him when he goes. The Trapper wrestler … more

By Mark Davis | 3/28/24

Commissioner, Cody business owner announce runs for county commission

Commissioner Scott Mangold, of Powell, has thrown his hat in the ring for a second and final term as a county commissioner, and he already has company in the race. Cody business owner Karin … more

By Zac Taylor | 3/28/24

A bill that would have repealed gun free zones, including in schools, has been vetoed by Gov. Mark Gordon. While the bill is dead for now, the topic is still a relevant one to schools who have been urged by Gordon to take up their own discussions on the local level.

Schools, college prepare for possibility of concealed carry

While a bill passed by the Legislature that aims to eliminate gun free zones was vetoed by the governor, local school and college officials are still discussing the potential impacts of concealed … more

By Braden Schiller and Zac Taylor | 3/28/24