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Cheyenne Frontier Days Festival Continues Community Traditions, Including Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast

Cheyenne Frontier Days Festival Continues Community Traditions, Including Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast

Cheyenne Frontier Days Festival Continues Community Traditions, Including Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast
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Summit Carbon Solutions Abandons Two-Thirds of North Dakota CO2 Storage Project Amid Legal Challenges

Summit Carbon Solutions Abandons Two-Thirds of North Dakota CO2 Storage Project Amid Legal Challenges

Summit Carbon Solutions Abandons Two-Thirds of North Dakota CO2 Storage Project Amid Legal Challenges
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Florida cities sweep top 3 places for retirees in 2026

Florida cities sweep top 3 places for retirees in 2026

WalletHub's 2026 report names Orlando, Miami, and Tampa as the top U.S. cities for retirees due to low taxes.
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Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon Orders Investigation into 'Aggressive' Federal Election Observers

Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon Orders Investigation into 'Aggressive' Federal Election Observers

Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon has requested the state's attorney general to investigate the conduct of federal election monitors during the state's primary election on August 18. Governor Gordon described the observers' behavior as "aggressive" and "irregular." This concern was echoed by Laramie County Clerk Debra Lee, who noted a "complete disregard" for state law by the federal observers. While Governor Gordon clarified that his objection was not to the presence of observers themselves, but rather to their actions, which he believes exceeded the authority granted by Congress, the specific details of the alleged aggressive or irregular conduct were not provided in the source. The request for an investigation highlights a potential conflict regarding the scope and manner of federal oversight in state-level electoral processes.
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Severe Thunderstorms and Strong Winds Expected in Casper, WY

Severe Thunderstorms and Strong Winds Expected in Casper, WY

Residents of Casper, Wyoming, and surrounding areas should prepare for a day of unsettled weather on Saturday, August 29, 2026. According to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Riverton, a persistent monsoonal pattern is bringing high atmospheric moisture levels to the region, with dew points in the 50s and precipitable water values nearly double the seasonal average. Strong afternoon and evening thunderstorms are expected across southern and central Wyoming, with localized damaging wind gusts of up to 75 mph, hail, and wet microbursts possible. Cloud cover in the morning may limit instability in some areas, but an approaching cold front will keep the potential for severe weather elevated into the night. A brief cooling trend is anticipated on Sunday as the cold front moves through, bringing drier and cooler air to the region.
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Missoula Weather Forecast: Storms Conclude Sunday Evening, Gusty Winds Expected

Missoula Weather Forecast: Storms Conclude Sunday Evening, Gusty Winds Expected

Missoula and the surrounding western Montana region are experiencing a transition in weather patterns. Showers and thunderstorms are forecast to conclude by Sunday evening, as a trough of low pressure and its cold front move eastward across Montana and Wyoming. According to KPAX, western and central Montana will see these conditions through early Sunday, while eastern Montana and Wyoming will experience them in the afternoon. Following the departure of the storm system, skies are expected to clear, and temperatures will drop to below-average levels for Sunday afternoon. Gusty winds are anticipated across many areas as a post-frontal effect. Monday is predicted to be brighter with lingering breezes, though less intense than Sunday's winds. Another weather wave is expected to bring chances for rain showers and thunderstorms late Tuesday and Wednesday, potentially with more wind than rain.
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Severe Storm Causes Power Outages and Damage in Southern Star Valley, Wyoming

Severe Storm Causes Power Outages and Damage in Southern Star Valley, Wyoming

A powerful storm swept through southern Star Valley, Wyoming, on the evening of Friday, August 28, 2026, causing significant damage to homes, power lines, and trees in the Smoot and Osmond areas. According to SVI News, the storm broke 15-25 power poles and brought down multiple power lines, leaving the entire area without electricity. Local crews, along with Lower Valley Energy (LVE) teams from Jackson and private contractors, worked tirelessly to restore power. By 10:10 p.m. Friday, service was restored to about half of the affected area, with crews continuing their efforts overnight. Residents began assessing the damage on Saturday morning, which included downed trees and damaged homes. [Source time: not specified]
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Severe Microburst Causes Damage in Star Valley, Wyoming

Severe Microburst Causes Damage in Star Valley, Wyoming

A powerful microburst struck southern Star Valley, Wyoming, on the evening of Friday, August 29, 2026, around 7:30 p.m. (Source time: not specified). The National Weather Service described the event as a rapidly intensifying storm that unleashed heavy rain, strong winds, and hail measuring 1/2 inch in diameter over the valley between Smoot and Afton. Unofficial reports from Smoot residents mentioned possible tornado activity, with some claiming wind speeds reached up to 144 mph. The storm caused widespread damage, including downed trees, broken power poles, and damaged homes. A lightning strike in Fairview sparked a fire, which was quickly extinguished by rainfall. Power outages affected the entire area, with crews working overnight to restore service.
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Severe Thunderstorms Expected Across Northern Plains

Severe Thunderstorms Expected Across Northern Plains

The Storm Prediction Center (SPC) has issued a slight risk of severe thunderstorms for portions of the northern Plains, including southeast Montana, northeast Wyoming, and the central Dakotas, for the afternoon and evening of August 30, 2026. A shortwave trough moving eastward across southern Saskatchewan and western Montana is expected to interact with a moist and unstable airmass, leading to the development of strong to severe thunderstorms. Forecasts indicate mid-60s dewpoints in the western Dakotas and upper 50s to low 60s in eastern Montana, with afternoon high temperatures ranging from the low 80s to low 90s. This setup is expected to produce MLCAPE values between 500-2000 J/kg, supporting storm development.
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‘I made a promise to myself’: How higher education is transforming lives in Wyoming prisons

‘I made a promise to myself’: How higher education is transforming lives in Wyoming prisons

Six women at the Wyoming Women’s Center have become the first to earn bachelor’s degrees through the University of Wyoming's Pathways from Prison program
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Lightning-Sparked Wildfire Burns Over 100 Acres in Sheridan County, Wyoming

Lightning-Sparked Wildfire Burns Over 100 Acres in Sheridan County, Wyoming

A wildfire ignited by lightning has burned more than 100 acres near Padlock Ranch in Sheridan County, Wyoming. The fire, which started on Sunday, was battled by Clearmont Fire District crews, SEATS aviation, and local ranchers. The challenging terrain and shifting winds complicated firefighting efforts, but the spread of the fire has been successfully halted. Crews remain on-site to monitor the area for any potential flare-ups. The incident highlights the ongoing risks of wildfires in the region during the summer months. [Source time: not specified]
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Best places to retire? Florida cities dominate Top 10 list in US

Best places to retire? Florida cities dominate Top 10 list in US

WalletHub ranked Orlando, Miami and Tampa the Top 3 US cities for retirement in 2026. Here's why, and where other Florida cities ranked.