mining industry

With jobs in the leisure and hospitality sector returning in high numbers in Wyoming, jobs in mining and construction still haven't returned to pre-pandemic numbers.

The two-day tour took them to Campbell County, Casper, Riverton, and Green River to events focused on workforce development and mining production in the state.

Jim Robinson says the new report confirms a recent trend of slow but steady recovery for the Wyoming economy.

The report shows Wyoming has logged ten straight months of year-over-year job growth.

State income has now increased for two consecutive quarters after steady declines in 2016.