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Latest happenings across the state.

🚧 Teton Pass reconstruction won't be finished until late-July after last year's landslide. Crews are working six days a week on the $30 million project with a temporary detour in place. - Marianne Zumberge, Buckrail.
⮑ The 20mph detour has flaggers managing traffic, so pack your patience if you're heading that way!

🚨 A tragic shooting at Foxhill Apartments in Casper on Sunday evening left 20-year-old Anicio Kane Bernard dead and another man hospitalized. Police believe it resulted from a confrontation between the parties. - Dale Killingbeck, Cowboy State Daily.
⮑ A separate shooting occurred just 15 minutes later on South Washington Street where a juvenile was injured and flown to Denver for treatment.

🤠 Rodeo fans, here's your chance! Visit Casper is giving away an Ultimate CNFR Week Package with season passes, CINCH Style Show tickets, and VIP access to Western Fest.
⮑ To enter, follow @visitcasper and @collegerodeo on Instagram, like the post, and tag a friend. Winner announced May 31!

⮑ Photo: Visit Casper

☕ Our beloved Metro Coffee is bringing its cozy vibes to Laramie! They're opening a new spot on Ivinson Avenue, right across from the Buckhorn Bar. - Garrett Grochowski, Oil City News.
⮑ UW alum Sean Peverley's children Carter and Ashlynn will manage the new location – keeping it in the family!

⮑ Photos: Garrett Grochowski via Oil City News

🔥 Climate-worsened wildfire smoke contributed to an estimated 15,000 deaths across the US from 2006-2020, hitting California and Oregon hardest. - Dorany Pineda, Jackson Hole News & Guide.
⮑ The study calls for urgent emissions cuts and better forest management to protect vulnerable communities.

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🚨 Nine felony cases in Bozeman, Montana have been dropped after police were caught playing "Crime Bingo" during arrests. Officers used bingo cards with objectives like "arrest 3 people out of one car." - David Madison, Cowboy State Daily.
⮑ Police Chief Jim Veltkamp confirmed disciplinary action but no firings, with extra training now implemented.

🖥️ Microsoft's planned data center near Cheyenne includes 128 diesel generators and storage for 1.8 million gallons of fuel, raising environmental questions despite their carbon-negative pledge. - Wyofile
⮑ DEQ is accepting public comments on the draft permit until May 21. Visit their website and search for permit ID F032074.

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👮 During National Police Week, dispatchers at Laramie County Combined Communications Center showed their big hearts by decorating the sidewalk and leaving goodies for the Sheriff's Office.
⮑ These behind-the-scenes heroes deserve all our thanks!

⮑ Photos: Laramie County Sheriff's Office

🚧 Wind River Canyon is playing a real-life game of "Frogger" this spring as freeze-thaw cycles trigger frequent rockslides on Highway 20. - Jackie Dorothy, Cowboy State Daily.
⮑ Check WYDOT updates before traveling and keep your eyes on the cliffs as much as the road. Stay safe, folks!

⮑ Photos: Clint Huckfeldt, WYDOT Area Supervisor

🎨 The Teton Plein Air Painters are back with their weekly outdoor sessions capturing our breathtaking landscapes. Keep an eye out for artists with easels around the valley! - Michael Carmody, Jackson Hole News & Guide.
⮑ Their original, on-location artworks offer a unique glimpse into our beautiful region.

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🐎 Mark your calendars for the Cowgirl Cadillacs Horse Sale at Sheridan County Fairgrounds on June 13-14! Enjoy the Cowgirl Trade Show and Pitchfork Fondue Cookout before the main event.
⮑ All the action happens at 1753 Victoria Street. More details at cowgirlcadillacs.com.

⮑ Photos: Visit Sheridan, Wyoming

📄 Wyoming lawmakers are considering tougher penalties for officials who don't provide public records, including shortening response time from 30 to 10 days and raising fines to $2,000. - Clair McFarland, Cowboy State Daily.
⮑ The bill also proposes standardizing local government fee structures to match the state's.

🦌 A new documentary "Unwired" highlights efforts to save pronghorn in Wyoming's Red Desert after the harsh winter of 2022-23 trapped them against restrictive fences. - Christina MacIntosh, Jackson Hole News & Guide.
⮑ The film shows how GPS tracking led to modifying 23 miles of fencing, giving pronghorn access to vital habitat. Watch at thewyldlifefund.org/unwired.

🏛️ Wyoming's congressional delegation stands united against President Trump's proposal to raise taxes on the wealthiest Americans. Senator Barrasso emphasized the need to extend previous tax cuts instead. - Sean Barry, Cowboy State Daily.
⮑ The delegation's position aligns with the state's consistent opposition to tax increases.

👗 Indigenous Fashion Week in Santa Fe celebrated Native American heritage through contemporary designs from over 50 Indigenous creators. Former Interior Secretary Deb Haaland even walked the runway! - Jackson Hole News & Guide.
⮑ Designers incorporated traditional materials like home-tanned hides and beadwork into modern fashion.

⚖️ Kimberly Ann Walker of Wright faces kidnapping and assault charges for allegedly holding and torturing a man for three days last December. She's entered a plea of not guilty by reason of mental illness. - Clair McFarland, Cowboy State Daily.
⮑ A mental health evaluation has been ordered to determine if she was capable of rationalizing her conduct.

🧠 The Iris Clubhouse in Casper is joining the 3rd Annual Clubhouse Week of Action for Mental Health Awareness Month. They're hosting a Community Day on May 22 from 4-6pm at 239 E H Street. - Nick Perkins, Oil City News.
⮑ Come tour the facility and learn how the Clubhouse model supports recovery through connection, dignity, and purpose.

⮑ Photos: Iris Clubhouse

🎭 True Troupe invites you to the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss with "Do You Know the World of Seuss?" at the Unitarian Universalist Church. Shows on May 16 at 6pm and May 17 at 9am.
⮑ A fantastical experience for all ages at 3005 Thomes Avenue in Cheyenne!

⮑ Photos: True Troupe

🦃 Wyoming's spring turkey season is booming thanks to mild winters and wet springs leading to successful hatches. Hunters report excellent conditions with toms responding well to calls. - Mark Heinz, Cowboy State Daily.
⮑ The season runs until the end of May, attracting hunters from both in and outside the state.

🌄 Travelers crossing from Colorado on I-25 will now be greeted by a fresh new "Welcome to Wyoming" sign at the border. The updated sign replaces the longtime staple that welcomed visitors for years.
⮑ Keep an eye out next time you enter our beautiful state!

⮑ Photos: Kelley Quijada

🎵 Wyoming's music scene is diversifying beyond country with alternative rock, electronic, reggae and hip-hop acts drawing crowds. Cheyenne Frontier Days now features artists like Jelly Roll and Machine Gun Kelly. - Mark Heinz, Cowboy State Daily.
⮑ Local venues continue supporting emerging talent, establishing our state as an up-and-coming music hub.

⮑ Photos: Snow King Mountain

💦 The Cody Volunteer Fire Department is pulling most trucks from this year's Stampede Parade due to the ban on throwing water balloons – a beloved tradition they've upheld for years. - Andrew Rossi, Cowboy State Daily.
⮑ They'll still participate with a historic fire engine and hose cart, but many locals are disappointed to lose the cherished custom.

🛍️ Experience Sheridan's charm after dark at "Stay Up Late" on Thursday, May 15 from 5-7pm. Downtown businesses will offer live music, refreshments, and special promotions. - Georgia Lodewyk, The Sheridan Press.
⮑ It's the perfect chance to support local shops while enjoying our vibrant downtown scene!

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