Serving all of Eastern Laramie County since 1908
Serving all of Eastern Laramie County since 1908
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Cheyenne, Wyo. - Oct. 21, 2024 - The University of Wyoming Extension welcomes Kristi Nagy back as the 4-H youth development educator for Laramie County. "We are excited to have Kristi back," says Bridger Feuz, associate director of UW Extension. "She brings several years of experience, strong relationships with the Laramie County commissioners and an amazing network with the committed 4-H volunteers in Laramie County." Nagy first joined Laramie County Extension in 2015. She started as an adminis...
Summer is in full swing here in Wyoming and seasonal heat has brought its share of problems. Data from the National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS) as early as August 13, 2024, shows that more than half of the Cowboy State is feeling the effects of abnormally dry to severe drought conditions. The dried-out plants and high temperatures create ideal conditions for the sparking of wildfires that pose a danger to the region's natural plants and wildlife. While our state's firefighters...
Laramie, Wyo.-June 17, 2024-The Wyoming Department of Agriculture announced on June 7 highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) has been detected in one of Wyoming's dairy herds. Wyoming marks the twelfth state with a reported case of the virus since the first confirmed case in March 2024. HPAI has now been detected in more than 80 herds nationwide. According to the FDA, CDC and USDA, the threat of the disease in humans remains low, and consuming pasteurized milk and properly cooked meat is safe....
TUNIS, Tunisia – The Wyoming National Guard and Tunisian Armed Forces gathered in Tunis, Tunisia, from May 20 to 26, 2024, to commemorate the 20th anniversary of their partnership through the National Guard's State Partnership Program. Since its establishment in 2004, this partnership has come to embody international cooperation, mutual respect, and a shared dedication to global security. The exchange of gifts with our military counterparts and other ministries in Tunisia and the opportunity to immerse in Tunisia's culture not only s...
Transitioning to become a parent can be one of the most pivotal changes in a person's life. Rarely are the hard moments of this change talked about enough. For example, did you know 1 in 5 women and 1 in 10 men suffer from postpartum depression? Parents of any culture, race, age, or income level can be affected. We commonly hear and get confused about postpartum depression being the "baby blues". This is a common misconception. The baby blues are very common and happen to 80% of women in...
CHEYENNE, Wyo. – In the fast-paced realm of esports, where every move counts, and victory hangs in the balance, 1st Lt. Garrett Stanfill, a Wyoming Army National Guard Soldier, has forged his path from a Gameboy enthusiast to a triumphant player in Overwatch for the U.S. Army Esports team. Stanfill has been a Wyoming Guard member for over 10 years. Starting with the reserve officer training corps program at the University of Wyoming, he commissioned in 2017 as a second lieutenant. Stanfill s...
CHEYENNE, Wyo. – After 38 years of exceptional service, the Wyoming Army National Guard bid farewell to Chief Warrant Officer 5 Doug Drost in a ceremony held at the Joint Forces Readiness Center on Nov. 29, 2023. The event, emceed by Chief Warrant Officer 5 Shane Mickelson, highlighted Drost's remarkable achievements and contributions to the state, nation, and fellow Soldiers. Drost's career has been almost entirely in aviation units in the Wyoming Guard. He joined the military in April 1985, b...
CHEYENNE, Wyo. – In a remarkable display of courage and quick thinking, Staff Sgt. Jason Gosselin, Camp Guernsey's Training Center Command supply sergeant, became a hero on the morning of Sept. 15 in Guernsey, Wyo., as he intervened to save a civilian's life. The incident occurred when Gosselin was conducting unit business in Guernsey. As fate would have it, a civilian who had exited his truck momentarily forgot to engage the parking brake. The unattended truck began rolling, eventually t...
RD Bar & Grill (formerly Rodeo Diner) has been open 14 months now and has never updated the restaurant, that is until now. They have put in new flooring, painted and rearranged. They have brought the bar to the main room and used the small room that housed the bar, into a kids room. They have incorporated many changes; new hours of 9am-9pm Monday through Saturday, gift cards, package liquor, classes and events, and they are working on many additional ideas. The idea of a kid's room is to help...
DOUGLAS, Wyo. – Tech. Sgt. Danie Moore is a dedicated production recruiter for the Wyoming Air National Guard. She has also been making waves not only in her military career but as a devoted volunteer at the Wyoming State Fair. Moore, whose recruitment responsibilities span the regions of Lusk, Douglas, Casper, Gillette, South Dakota, and up through Cody, embodies the true spirit of community engagement. At the heart of the fair, Moore serves as a vital member of the Friends of Agricultural, I...
Pastor Ellery Steffensen was ordained and installed on July 8, 2023. That was quite a big day for the newly graduate of the Seminary. He was ordained as a Pastor straight from Seminary and was installed to serve two churches the same day; with family present, and approximately 13 other Lutheran Ministers and many congregants from Immanuel Lutheran in Burns and St John's Lutheran in Kimball witnessing this event. He is originally from Kenai, Alaska, where he lived his entire childhood. He was a...
The Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) will be recognizing Asbestos Awareness from April 1-7, 2023 to help the public better understand what asbestos is, where it comes from, what building materials might contain it and how to dispose of it. Asbestos is a naturally occurring fibrous silicate mineral that was mined all over the world. It is very strong, doesn't transfer heat and absorbs sound. Asbestos was put into many building materials, and it doesn't go away over time, except...
CHEYENNE, Wyo. – The Wyoming Army National Guard completed another successful annual training season for 2022. As always, it was a busy season, with many units starting training earlier than usual. Late spring into the summer is the time of the year that Soldiers train on their yearly qualifications. Most importantly, annual training is geared explicitly toward ensuring soldiers are proficient and qualified in their specific military occupations. Typically at least 14 days, annual training g...
CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Sunday marked the completion of a new 300-yard berm at the Laramie County Shooting Sports Complex in Cheyenne. The lane expands on the existing ones at the complex. Soldiers of the 133rd Engineer Company of the Wyoming Army National Guard, out of Laramie, completed the project as part of Innovative Readiness Training, which aligns with mission-essential task training for units in the Wyoming Guard. The IRT is a massive benefit to the communities for which the Guard serves. "...
CAMP GUERNSEY JOINT TRAINING CENTER, Wyo. – Sgt. Tyler Holloway and Spc. Zachary Pinc fought their way to the top to win the 2022 Wyoming Army National Guard State Best Warrior competition. Nine other competitors from across the state came together to compete in the grueling competition from March 31 to April 3 at Camp Guernsey Joint Training Center. Each Soldier took part in various rigorous events testing their mental and physical soldiering capabilities. Each event tested the competitor's c...
F.E. WARREN AIR FORCE BASE, Wyo. -- The 90th Logistics Readiness Squadron hosted a "Nuclear Shark Tank" initiative for the first time last month on F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyoming. "Listening to ideas from the Airmen on what tools, equipment and training they need is imperative," said Chief Master Sgt. Juan Torres, senior enlisted leader at 90 LRS. "We need to encourage and empower Airmen in order to generate ideas and solutions for the unit." All four Airmen at the event introduced pieces...
The Pine Bluffs High School Gym was the site of the high school Veterans Day Assembly on November 11, 2021. The stands were full of students, teachers, community members, and of course veterans. After the welcome from Ginger Crow, the new music director of PBHS, a prayer was given by Carson Rabou, a member of the Tri-Music Honor Society. Following the Presentation of Colors by members of the American Legion Post 60, all in attendance stood for the Pledge of Allegiance. The Junior and Senior...
AFTON, Wyo. – To 1st Lt. Alyssa Brenner, a change of command ceremony means a step forward in her career. To the rest of the Wyoming National Guard, it was a historic milestone. As she grasped the guidon in the traditional passing of the colors she became the first female to command an infantry unit in the Wyoming Army National Guard. She is the second female to command a combat arms unit in Wyoming, joining Capt. Leslie Brazil, former commander of Alpha Battery, 2-300th Field Artillery R...
The Pine Bluffs Hornet Football team now sits at 5-and-0 after an impressive win against the Shoshoni Wranglers in Pine Bluffs Friday night. A big crowd and great weather conditions set the stage for the matchup, with the Hornets receiving the opening kickoff. After starting on their own 35 yard line, the Hornets were able to drive down the field and score first on an eight yard touchdown pass to Collin Jessen. After a failed point after attempt, the Hornets led 6-to-0. After Shoshoni started...
The undefeated Wheatland Bulldogs came into Burns Friday night looking to continue their unbeaten streak, but a great team effort and outstanding individual performances gave the Broncs the big win in front of the home crowd. Wheatland was able to get on top in the early going when senior quarterback Kade Preuit found senior wide receiver Rodee Brow open, and connected for a 57 yard touchdown. After a failed point after attempt, the Bulldogs led 6-to-0. It took until the second quarter for the...
With the 2021 Cross country season winding down, the Wheatland Bulldog Cross Country team has shown significant improvement, and with experienced harriers rising from the underclass, look to be a force to contend with in the future. The Junior High team is wrapping up their season, and has made great improvements. The junior high boy's team is the biggest Wheatland has had in recent memory. At the Wheatland Cross Country Invite on October 1, Raelyn Goff took top honors for the girls with a time of 13:23.8 and for the boys, Tate Nichols had a...
After a very tough start to the season with six straight match losses, the Pine Bluffs Lady Hornets Volleyball team has started to turn their game around, and the wins are starting to add up for the squad. Going into the second half of the season with a respectable 9-11-1 mark, Head Coach Wynema Engstrom is starting to see the team improve their coverage, increase their discipline, and cut down on their errors. On October 2, the Lady Hornets looked confident and efficient against the Niobrara...
CHEYENNE, Wyo. - Serving the country as well as the community go hand in hand in the National Guard. It's also common for service members to volunteer in their community when not on duty. Once a year, Maj. Cory Castle, dusts off his cowboy boots and hats, dawns a pearl snap shirt, and heads out to the "Daddy of 'em All" to volunteer for Cheyenne Frontier Days. Castle has loved rodeos ever since he was little. Coming from a military family, he didn't have the opportunity to grow up around it....
F.E. WARREN AIR FORCE BASE, Wyo. --The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds zoomed back into Cheyenne Frontier Days for the annual Wings over Warren air show, July 28, 2021. The Thunderbirds are an aerial demonstration squadron that perform precision aerial maneuvers while demonstrating the capabilities of the Air Force's high-performance aircraft to people throughout the world. The Thunderbirds are here to recruit new Airmen, provide a positive representation of the Air Force and increase retention of...
Cheyenne - Fire danger remains high throughout Wyoming due to hot, dry temperatures. To help protect wildlife habitat and other public lands, the Wyoming Game and Fish Department has implemented fire restrictions on many department-managed properties where people camp and recreate. In an effort to keep the public informed, Game and Fish recently launched two new interactive ways to check for fire restrictions on the department website. Anyone planning a trip to a wildlife habitat management area (WHMA) or public access area (PAA) can check a...
