Cheyenne News Staff
New Webcams at Glendo and Boysen Parks [AUDIO]
New webcams have been installed and are operational at Glendo and Boysen State Parks by the Wyoming Division of State Parks, Historic Sites and Trails. Cheyenne Mayor Rick Kaysen says he supports a proposal by Cheyenne Light, Fuel and Power to build a new generating station on Campstool Road within city limits. Click past the jump to listen to Wyoming Radio News.
Mountain Goats Gaining Foothold in Yellowstone Area [AUDIO]
Biologists say non-native mountain goats have gained a foothold in parts of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem and could threaten native bighorn sheep. Doug Randall reports. U.S. Food and Drug Administration officials say they plan to investigate whether inhalable caffeine, is safe for consumers and if its manufacturer was right to brand it as a dietary supplement. Click past the jump to listen to
Wyoming Crop Values Up 30 Percent in 2011 [AUDIO]
A federal appeals court has rejected Wyoming’s request for it to reconsider a decision upholding a 2001 rule barring development on millions of acres of roadless areas in national forests. Doug Randall reports. The U.S. Department of Agriculture says the value of all Wyoming crops is up 30 percent in 2011. Click past the jump to listen to Wyoming Radio News.
Survey Says Rural Economy Slowing [AUDIO]
A monthly survey of bankers in 10 Midwest and Great Plains states shows the rural economy slowing down, but reflects strong gains in hiring and farmland prices. Doug Randall reports. Allegiant Air has been fined $100,000 dollars for violating rules protecting air travelers with disabilities. Karen Snyder reports from Casper. Click past the jump to listen to Wyoming Radio News.
Report: Wyoming Needs To Spend More on Highways [AUDIO]
A new report shows that Wyoming needs to spend an extra $110 million each year to just maintain its current highway system. Doug Randall reports. A bill to change Wyoming’s Wolf Management Law to accommodate an agreement to end federal protection for the animals in the state has cleared its first committee hearing. Click past the jump to listen to
Tenth Annual Gro-Biz Conference In Laramie [AUDIO]
Two people are dead after a helicopter on a rescue mission crashed in remote northwest Wyoming. Doug Randall reports. The Wyoming Procurement Technical Assistance Center is presenting the 10th annual Gro-Biz Conference and Idea Expo February 22-23 at the Hilton Garden Inn in Casper. Click past the jump to listen to Wyoming Radio News.
Rep. Lummis Blasts President’s Budget [AUDIO]
The President’s budget is a week late and a trillion dollars short, says Congresswoman Cynthia Lummis (R-WY). Wyoming Supreme Court Chief Justice Marilyn Kite is asking state lawmakers to grant pay raises to judges and court employees. Click past the jump to listen to Wyoming Radio News.
Gov Says Wyoming’s Doing Fine [AUDIO]
Gov. Matt Mead in his second State of the State address Monday to the Wyoming Legislature in Cheyenne says he is proposing an appropriate budget for the coming two-year cycle even as national and global economic forces affect state revenues. A recently signed deal and another in negotiation will allow some Powder River Basin coal to be shipped to overseas customers through the Gulf Coast and poss
Mountain Pine Beetle Activity Increasing In Wyoming [AUDIO]
Two Wyoming residents were killed in the crash of a single-engine plane in Utah. Rich Denison has more. The U. S. Forest Service and Wyoming State Forestry Division, announced the results of the annual aerial survey for Wyoming. The most significant forest health concern continues to be the spread of Mountain Pine Beetle activity. Doug Randall reports. Click past the jump to listen to Wyoming Ra
Laramie Officials Want Aquifer Protected [AUDIO]
The Laramie City Council has voted unanimously to support the proposed state purchase of 11,000 acres east of the city to protect groundwater. Doug Randall reports. A Casper man is facing 4 charges after getting involved in 2 hit and run collisions. Click past the jump to listen to Wyoming Radio News.