Cheyenne News Staff
Wyoming Lawmakers Convene Budget Session Monday [AUDIO]
The Wyoming Supreme Court has upheld a life prison sentence for a Sheridan teenager convicted of murder in a home invasion killing. Doug Randall reports. Dealing with having less money will be one of the biggest issues facing Wyoming lawmakers when their budget session convenes next week. Comments from Senate President Jim Anderson. Click past the jump to listen to Wyoming Radio News.
Report Claims Wyoming Had Most Safety Violations [AUDIO]
A report by U.S. House Democrats says Wyoming accounts for more than 800 of the over 2,000 citations issued over a 13-year period to companies for safety and drilling violations on public lands in 17 states. Doug Randall reports. State Superintendent of Public Instruction Cindy Hill is disputing a Casper Star Tribune story that ran on February 4 that said that her office was being investigated b
Official: Buying Ranch Won’t Fully Protect Laramie Water [AUDIO]
The director of Wyoming’s Water Development Commission says a proposed state purchase of 11,000 acres east of Laramie wouldn’t fully protect the city’s drinking water supply. Doug Randall has the details. A Fremont County woman has been sentenced for her role in prostitution bust. Kevin Koile reports. Click past the jump to listen to Wyoming Radio News.
Lawmaker Proposes New Primary System [AUDIO]
A state senator from Laramie is proposing to reform Wyoming’s system for primary elections. Doug Randall reports. Laramie County Community College’s new President Dr. Joe Schaffer says the college will play a critical role in anticipating the emerging community needs. Click past the jump to listen to Wyoming Radio News.
Wyoming Snowpack Below Average [AUDIO]
Wyoming’s snowpack continues to be below average. Doug Randall reports. Steil Surveying Services has expanded, opening a new office in Wheatland. Business Reporter Sharon Fain has the details. Click past the jump to listen to Wyoming Radio News.
Coal To Gas Plant Still Under Negotiations [AUDIO]
A Texas company that plans to build a plant to convert coal to gasoline in Carbon County is still negotiating with Idaho National Laboratory about reviewing the project. Doug Randall reports.
Governor Matt Mead traveled to Riverton Monday to meet with the public and discuss options to find a long-term source of drinking water. some water wells in the Pavillion area tested positive for contaminants
Sheridan County Considering Changing Wind Rules
The Sheridan County Planning and Zoning commission has voted to start amending zoning rules for small wind generators to make it easier for people to put them in their yards. Doug Randall reports.
The Research & Planning section of the Wyoming Department of Workforce Services reported that total Unemployment Insurance covered payroll increased by $129.7 million in second quarter 2011. Click p
Draft Plan Due for Drilling Near Hoback River [AUDIO]
An investigation is underway into how a state agency is handling an employee. Rich Denison has more from Casper. A draft of a plan is expected by March for a new option for drilling on national forest land near the Hoback River in Western Wyoming. Doug Randall reports. Click past the jump to listen to Wyoming Radio News.
Wyoming Workplace Safety Regulators Fine Glenrock Company [AUDIO]
Wyoming workplace safety regulators are seeking $13,500 in fines against a Glenrock company for an oil facility explosion that killed three workers northwest of Casper. Doug Randall reports. The State Board of Land Commissioners tabled a proposed new contract for uranium produced on state lands, after significant changes were made to the document during the meeting. Click past the jump to listen t
Cheyenne VA Staff Head Out Into Communities [AUDIO]
A federal judge denies an appeal in a prison murder case. Doug Randall reports.The Cheyenne VA Medical Center will continue the director’s Whistle Stop Tour this month. Click past the jump to listen to Wyoming Radio news.