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Loss Mommas of Gillette Hosts Fifth Annual Remembrance Walk for Pregnancy, Infant Child Loss

Loss Mommas of Gillette Hosts Fifth Annual Remembrance Walk for Pregnancy, Infant Child Loss

Loss Mommas of Gillette Hosts Fifth Annual Remembrance Walk for Pregnancy, Infant Child Loss

Gillette Community Debates Safety of Proposed Nuclear Fuel Manufacturing Facility

Gillette Community Debates Safety of Proposed Nuclear Fuel Manufacturing Facility

The community of Gillette, Wyoming, is currently engaged in discussions regarding a proposed nuclear fuel manufacturing facility. This facility, if approved, would be responsible for manufacturing nuclear fuel using enriched uranium, a process that has raised concerns among some residents and experts. A recent letter to the editor in Oil City News highlighted that while TRISO fuel itself is considered durable, the manufacturing process involves distinct risks. These risks include uranium handling, criticality prevention, contamination, chemical hazards, worker safety, waste management, transportation, and emergency response. The letter referenced past incidents involving BWXT Nuclear Operations Group, the company proposing the facility, including a proposed civil penalty in 2023 for an overflow of uranium-bearing solution and a Severity Level III violation in 2024 concerning its criticality accident alarm system. These examples are cited to demonstrate that even experienced nuclear companies operating unde...

'Epic' bison stampede like a scene from the Old West... almost

'Epic' bison stampede like a scene from the Old West... almost

"Maybe the most awe-inspiring event I have ever seen!"

Palm Springs Desert Sun

More than 1.5 million California seniors to receive Trump's $90 checks

More than 1.5 million California seniors to receive Trump's $90 checks

Millions of Medicare Part B enrollees, including more than 1.5 million Californians, are set to receive one-time $90 rebate checks this month.

Wyoming State Forestry Opens New Aerial Firefighting Facility in Casper

Wyoming State Forestry Opens New Aerial Firefighting Facility in Casper

The Wyoming State Forestry Division has officially opened a new helibase in Casper, designed to house aircraft dedicated to fighting wildfires. This facility represents a strategic move to enhance the state's wildfire suppression capabilities and adopt a more aggressive approach to managing fires this season. Wyoming State Forester Kelly Norris stated that the new base will serve as a centralized hub for aerial fire resources, significantly strengthening the state's overall fire response. The relocation of the helibase from Glenrock to the Casper-Natrona County International Airport was made possible by a legislative allocation of over $7.5 million in 2024. Norris emphasized Wyoming's 'all hands, all lands' philosophy for wildland fire suppression, highlighting the importance of strong partnerships and coordination across various agencies, communities, counties, and governmental levels, which this new facility tangibly embodies.

Wyoming's Lorna Corson Honored as Pioneer Grand Canyon Boatwoman

Wyoming's Lorna Corson Honored as Pioneer Grand Canyon Boatwoman

Wyoming's Lorna Corson Honored as Pioneer Grand Canyon Boatwoman

Carey Mulligan and Marcus Mumford Raise $7.65 Million for Children in War Zones (EXCLUSIVE)

Carey Mulligan and Marcus Mumford Raise $7.65 Million for Children in War Zones (EXCLUSIVE)

Carey Mulligan and Marcus Mumford raised $7.65 million on Sunday night in Los Angeles for Children in Conflict, a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting, educating and providing mental health support to children living in war zones and high-conflict areas. The couple hosted their annual star-studded Wassail benefit at the El Rey Theatre, marking the first […]

Wyoming Department of Health to Reimburse Counties for Jail Mental Health Holds Under New Law

Wyoming Department of Health to Reimburse Counties for Jail Mental Health Holds Under New Law

Three sheriff's offices in Wyoming—Natrona, Laramie, and Sheridan counties—have finalized contracts with the Wyoming Department of Health to receive reimbursements for holding and treating individuals with mental illnesses in their jails. This initiative stems from a new state law, effective since March, which allocates $5 million through 2028 to compensate jails for these services. The law aims to address the challenges faced by jails in housing individuals awaiting mental competency evaluations and treatment, particularly given the backlog at the state-run psychiatric hospital. The contracts provide two types of per-client, per-day reimbursements: a $100 'holding payment' for security and baseline custodial care, and a $250 'treatment payment' which includes the holding payment plus costs for inmate psychiatric treatment. This new measure offers law enforcement agencies flexibility in how they provide mental health services, allowing for varied approaches based on local resources. The Department of Healt...

Group of Six power rankings: Race is tightening for College Football Playoff bid

Group of Six power rankings: Race is tightening for College Football Playoff bid

Boise State remains in firm control of the Group of Six race to earn a College Football Playoff bid. Can anyone catch up to the Broncos?

Chris Stapleton to Headline 53rd Annual Cattle Baron's Ball in Dallas for Cancer Research

Chris Stapleton to Headline 53rd Annual Cattle Baron's Ball in Dallas for Cancer Research

Chris Stapleton is scheduled to headline the 53rd annual Cattle Baron's Ball at Southfork Ranch in Dallas on October 17, 2026. This event is a significant fundraiser for cancer research through the American Cancer Society. The Cattle Baron's Ball, which originated in Dallas in 1974, is the largest of over 28 such events held across 11 U.S. states. Over its 52-year history, the Dallas event alone has raised more than $111 million for cancer research. The 2026 event, themed 'Soar Higher,' will feature a VIP party, live and silent auctions, raffle items, a sports lounge, a glam room, and a poker room, culminating in Stapleton's performance. The paddle raise this year will honor The Fitzgibbons Family, who lost Colin Fitzgibbons to colon cancer at age 46.

Kiwanis Club of Springfield Organizes Large-Scale Meal Packing Event for Local Food Pantries

Kiwanis Club of Springfield Organizes Large-Scale Meal Packing Event for Local Food Pantries

The Kiwanis Club of Springfield, Massachusetts, in collaboration with other community groups, recently organized an event at the Springfield Elks lodge where volunteers packed 10,000 meals. These meals are intended for distribution to local food pantries and survival shelters throughout Western Massachusetts. The initiative was made possible through financial contributions from the Pellegrini, Seeley, Ryan and Blakesley law firm in Springfield and the Kiwanis Foundation of New England. Laura Aiello, Local President of the Springfield Kiwanis Club, emphasized the significance of providing immediate and nutritious support to 10,000 individuals within Springfield, highlighting the direct positive impact such efforts can have on the community.

Cheyenne Experiences Unseasonable Heat and Elevated Fire Weather Risks

Cheyenne Experiences Unseasonable Heat and Elevated Fire Weather Risks

Cheyenne, Wyoming, is currently experiencing unseasonably warm temperatures, with an air mass intensifying across southeast Wyoming. By Monday, high temperatures are projected to be nearly 20 degrees above the normal for early October, potentially reaching the mid-to-upper 80s and nearing 90 degrees in some areas. This heat puts several long-standing local temperature records at risk. Alongside the elevated temperatures, relative humidity levels are expected to drop into the low to mid-teens during the afternoon. The combination of low humidity, high heat, and breezy conditions is raising critical fire weather concerns, particularly in areas west of Interstate 25 and along the Laramie Range. Forecasters from the National Weather Service in Cheyenne attribute these conditions to a high-pressure system anchored over the Four Corners region, which is maintaining mild weather and minimal cloud cover.