Rare Insects Face Uncertain Future
Federal wildlife officials say two species of rare, winged insects in the rocky mountains -will need cold, icy conditions to come quickly, if they want to survive. The western glacier stonefly and the meltwater lednian stonefly live in streams that flow from melting glaciers and snowfields. Scientists say the insects are not doing well. They […]
Surprising Library Resources Available at WY State Library
Last week we celebrated the Wyoming state library’s 150th birthday, state Librarian Jamie Markus is back to tell us about all sorts of resources the library offers that might surprise you. Will Silverstein: How many of your resources are available throughout the state and maybe in local libraries? Jamie Markus: Sure. So all of our […]
December 20 Hometown Hero
The Hometown Hero for December 20th is Marsha Connour with Cheyenne Fire & Rescue. Marsha was presented the 2021 Rob Cleveland Award at the annual Laramie County Fire Chiefs Association dinner and awards banquet. “The Rob Cleveland award represents the unwavering dedication and commitment to the community. Rob led by example with honesty, courage, honor […]
Pedestrian Fatality in Cheyenne
This weekend saw yet another pedestrian fatality in the Capitol City. Near the 3600 block of east Lincolnway, a 62-year-old man attempted to cross east Lincolnway in an unlit area where there is no crosswalk. While crossing, he walked into the path of an oncoming BMW sedan. The man was pronounced dead at the scene. […]
Interview | CFD Winter Blood Drive
Will Silverstein spoke with Tori Robbins from Vitalant about Cheyenne Frontier Days winter blood drive from 9am-3pm at the CFD events center. Will Silverstein: Pleased to be joined by Tori Robbins from Vitalant. Tori how are you doing today? Tori Robbins: I’m doing really good getting ready for the holiday. I think I’m about 90%. […]
December 17 Hometown Hero
The Hometown Hero for December 17th is Sergeant Leo Ferguson with the Wyoming Highway Patrol who was recently promoted to the rank of lieutenant. He has been a member of the Patrol since 2015 serving as a State Trooper in Albany County and most recently as the Academy Coordinator Sergeant in Cheyenne. While serving as […]
Fatal Crash Under Investigation After Pedestrian Hit
A fatal crash remains under investigation after a pedestrian was hit near Sheridan. On December 17th at 12:25 am Wyoming highway patrol troopers were notified of a fatal crash occurred around milepost 25 on interstate 90 near Sheridan. A 2001 Peterbilt commercial truck was headed north on Interstate 90. The driver was unable to avoid […]