Wyoming News
Warm And Breezy Today
Temperatures will remain well above normal for today and winds will be rather breezy for Casper and much of the state. A few gusty showers and thunderstorms can not be ruled out either. As a cold front pushes across the state on Friday rain and some snow showers will form in western and northern Wyoming
Soda Ash Royalty Bill Advances To US House
CHEYENNE, Wyo. (AP) — A bill aimed at keeping American soda ash competitive with a subsidized, synthetic version produced in China is advancing in Washington.
The bill, sponsored by Wyoming congresswoman Cynthia Lummis, got the backing of the full House Resources committee on Wednesday
National Parks To Admit Service Members For Free
JACKSON, Wyo. (AP) — Grand Teton National Park and Yellowstone National Park are offering annual entrance passes granting free admission to military service members and their families.
The annual passes will become available on Saturday, Armed Forces Day, to active duty service members and their dependents
Report Raises Wyoming Capitol Security Concerns
CHEYENNE, Wyo. (AP) — A security assessment of the State Capitol building in Cheyenne questions the state's ability to respond to or prevent a violent incident.
Specifically, the assessment advised that Wyoming should increase its security staffing levels if it wants to continue the Capitol's open environment
Nominations Sought For Ag Award
The Wyoming Stock Growers Land Trust is seeking nominations for the Kurt Bucholz Award, which honors an individual who exemplifies the core beliefs held by Dr. Bucholz during his lifetime of dedicated public service and commitment to conservation.
The award was created in memory
Couple Settles Lawsuit Over House Explosion
POWELL, Wyo. (AP) — Montana-Dakota Utilities Co. has reached a settlement with a couple that sued the company over an explosion at their former home in Powell in 2006.
The Associated Press reports the couple's attorney notified a judge last month that the sides had reached a confidential settlement







