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Wyoming reports first measles case since 2010
Wyoming’s first reported measles case since 2010 may have exposed some people at the state’s largest hospital to the highly contagious virus, the Wyoming Department of Health said Tuesday. Health officials confirmed the measles case in an...

Wyoming Health Insurer Launches New ‘Special Delivery’ Program that Covers Prenatal Vitamins, Breast Pumps, and Emotional Support for Expectant Mothers
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming (BCBSWY) is launching ‘Special Delivery’, a comprehensive Maternity Care Program the week of July 7 to support maternal health and respond to growing concerns about access to care—particularly in Wyoming’s rural...

Best public middle schools in the Oklahoma City metro area
Stacker compiled a list of the best public middle schools in the Oklahoma City metro area using data from the Niche. Niche uses five weighted factors for its rankings: academics grade, teachers grade, district overall grade, culture & diversity...

Latest from Mormon Land: What’s this? Quick approval of a temple steeple?
(The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints) An artist's rendering for the exterior of Alabama's Huntsville Temple. A zoning panel has signed off on this design, including its 120-foot spire. The Mormon Land newsletter is The Salt Lake...

These are America's 10 strongest state economies best prepared for a recession
With the U.S. economy solid but still facing elevated risk of recession — or, as President Trump described it in May, in a "transition period" — states are pitching themselves as the most stable place for companies to locate no matter what happens...

Wyoming Independent Living: for you, by you
Wyoming Independent Living (WIL) is a statewide center for independent living supporting individuals with disabilities. The 501(c)(3) operates under the philosophy that people with disabilities are experts in their own lives and should have...

Wyoming’s Kickoff to America’s 250th
Cheyenne, Wyo - As Wyoming turns 135, we are counting down to America’s 250th in 2026. And we’re throwing a party for both! On July 10th join us from 12pm to 8pm at Capitol Square for live music, food trucks, Capitol tours, and family fun. This...

IRS issues request to Americans ahead of Fall tax-filing
The Internal Revenue Service is requesting Americans who have yet to file their taxes do so before the end of the summer. Though Tax Day came and went on April 15, millions of Americans had extended deadlines due to natural disasters in their...

Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes Continue Push to Reclaim Fort Reno Land (COMMENTARY)
Following a recent report by The El Reno Tribune, which detailed Governor Reggie Wassana’s May 2025 meeting with federal officials, new attention is being given to the Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes’ long-standing effort to reclaim nearly 10,000...

Wyoming schools superintendent says voucher lawsuit hurts 'innocent families'
Amid an ongoing lawsuit, a Wyoming court has temporarily blocked the state's $50 million school voucher program from making its first payments, halting the program just days before those payments were set to go out. Wyoming Superintendent of...
Durango Parkinson’s Support Group holds its first vitality walk and fundraiser
Fundraising goal is $29,000 About 75 people attended the Durango Parkinson’s Support Group’s first ever vitality walk fundraiser at Memorial Park on Saturday, which was organized by the Parkinson’s Association of the Rockies. The group has already...

Cheyenne River Youth Project kicks off 11th annual RedCan Invitational Graffiti Jam today
July 8, 2025: The Cheyenne River Youth Project has announced that its RedCan Invitational Graffiti Jam was represented at this year’s Smithsonian Folklife Festival, with two CRYP youth artists painting alongside RedCan headliner Hoka Skenandore on...

Best places to live in the Grand Rapids metro area
Best places to live in the Grand Rapids metro area Stacker compiled a list of the best places to live in the Grand Rapids metro area using data from the Niche. Niche uses 15 weighted factors for its rankings. A majority of the score is based on...

Hot temperatures remain in the forecast for Wednesday
Cheyenne, Wyo. - While it was a warm Tuesday for Wyoming, it looks to be even warmer heading into Wednesday. Wednesday's high temperatures look to hit the middle 90s to low 100s. We are also watching for an increased fire danger concern, mainly...

Karoline Montes Chavez from Jackson Heads to Everett CC for Soccer
Recent Jackson Hole High School graduate Karoline Montes Chavez has signed to play soccer at the next level. She’ll be at Everett Community College in Washington. Montes Chavez was a three-year letter-winner. She started at center back for the...

Largest Piece Of Mars On Earth Fetches Millions At Auction
The largest piece of Mars ever found on Earth was sold for just over $5 million at an auction of rare geological and archaeological objects in New York on Wednesday. But a rare young dinosaur skeleton stole the show when it fetched more than $30...

Best places to live in the Cincinnati metro area
Stacker compiled a list of the best places to live in the Cincinnati metro area using data from the Niche. Niche uses 15 weighted factors for its rankings. A majority of the score is based on cost of living, higher education rate, housing, public...

Wyoming County commissioners close Seneca Trail Park after large crowds leave huge mess
Seneca Trail Park is closed until further notice, as Wyoming County Commissioners seek a solution to keep the park a safe and fun place for recreation after a large crowd trashed the park over the July 4th holiday weekend. At Tuesday’s...

Largest Martian meteorite ever found sells for $5.3M in US auction
The largest piece of Mars ever found on Earth was sold for just over $5 million at an auction of rare geological and archaeological objects in New York on Wednesday. But a rare young dinosaur skeleton stole the show when it fetched more than $30...

Wyoming man arrested on suspicion of starting several wildfires near Maybell after lighting fireworks
DENVER — A Wyoming man was arrested this week on arson charges for allegedly igniting at least three wildfires after lighting fireworks near Maybell, deputies with the Moffat County Sheriff’s Office said Monday. The first incident was reported to...