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Repsol’s Laramie Range Wind Project receives ISD permit

CHEYENNE – Courtesy notice is hereby given that the Industrial Siting Council has issued an Industrial Siting Permit to ConnectGen Laramie County LLC (Applicant), an affiliate of Repsol Renewables …

Data centers have moved into rural America: So have the concerns

USA – Data center construction is shifting toward rural America. At the same time, rural residents report greater concern than urban and suburban Americans about what those projects could mean for …

Governor again extends emergency transportation permits for livestock

CHEYENNE — Governor Mark Gordon (R-WY) has signed Executive Order 2026-008 extending the authorization (2026-006) for emergency relief permits for vehicles transporting oversize and overweight …

Rep. Hageman holds roundtable with FBI Director Patel at UW

WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Oct. 29, Congresswoman Harriet Hageman (WY-AL) joined FBI Director Kash Patel for a roundtable at the University of Wyoming’s War Memorial Stadium to discuss the wide range …
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Tournament benefits veterans

The 4th Annual Boneheads Veterans Benefit Bowling tournament featured three start times for squads to bowl throughout the day with a 50/50 raffle, rifle raffle and silent auction. There was a …
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PLATTE COUNTY, WYOMING 2026 GENERAL ELECTION RESULTS Winners and Vote Totals Election Date: November 3, 2026 Status: Unofficial Results Precincts Reporting: 8 of 8 …
PLATTE COUNTY – Platte County Board of Commissioners heard a number of updates from various community departments at its recent June 17, meeting, in which the county discussed last minute …
Vernal, Utah and Riverton, Wyoming : Kaidyn Kasun earned Reserve Champion Overall Market Goat at the DinoMite Classic in Vernal, Utah.   She backed that up at the Fremont Springs Spectacular …
Obituaries
Richard Ray “Dick” Marker
A funeral service for Richard Ray “Dick’ Marker, 90, will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026 at Memorial Baptist Church in Wheatland with Pastor Chris Furl officiating. Richard …
Robert “Bob” Brockman
Robert “Bob” Brockman, age 76 years old died peacefully surrounded by his family on Tuesday, October 27 in Wheatland. He was a beloved father, grandfather, uncle, brother, and friend. Robert …
Jeanette G. Christiansen
Jeanette G. Christiansen, 88 years old, of Cheyenne passed peacefully in her sleep on Oct. 18, 2026. Jeanette was born on July 4, 1938, Clinton, Iowa to Louis and Viola Goldensoph. Jeanette was a …
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Susan L. Orr
The world became a little quieter with the October 2 passing of Susan L. Orr (Suzy), a woman whose laughter, warmth, and unforgettable stories filled every room she entered. Born on July 1, 1950, in …
Susan L. Orr
A celebration of life for Susan L. Orr (Suzy) will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 7 at First Christian Church in Wheatland, with a meal to follow at 1:00 p.m.at the Moose Lodge. Susan passed away …
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Dazzling display

This male wood duck sports his incredible colors on a pond in Arizona; "What does that have to do with Platte County?" you may ask. Our wildlife photographer Randy Bell (Wheatland) is spending time …
Legal Notices
Public Notice #12202
Pursuant to the Wyoming Administrative Procedure Act and the Wyoming Public Service Commission’s (Commission) Rules and Regulations, the Commission hereby gives notice of the Application of Black …
Public Notice #12201
Pursuant To Section 26B Of The Wyoming   Education Code Of 1969 The Following   Warrants Over $500.00 Were Allowed By   The Board Of Trustees Of Platte County   …
Public Notice #12200
NOTICE OF FINAL PAYMENT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to W.S. § 16-6-116 and § 16-6-117, The Trustees of the Platte County Hospital District have accepted all work as substantially complete …
Public Notice #12196
NOTICE TO APPROPRIATORS OF GROUND WATER IN THE PLATTE COUNTY CONTROL AREA The following application was received by the State Engineer’s Office. Upon conclusion of advertising and public …
Public Notice #12195
2025 Chevrolet Tahoe Police Vehicle The Town of Wheatland is soliciting sealed bids for the purchase of one new 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe police vehicle, white in color, equipped with four-wheel …