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Laramie Jubilee Days Update
Today it is with heavy hearts that the Laramie Jubilee Days Board of Directors has made the hard decision to shift our efforts to planning the 2021 Laramie Jubilee Days celebration and ultimately cancel this year’s Laramie Jubilee Days scheduled for July 4-12, 2020. This announcement is a collective, unified decision with Governor Mark Gordon,…
Read MoreAerial Mosquito Control Planned
Laramie, Wyoming – May 22, 2020 – City of Laramie Mosquito Control has scheduled the aerial application of granular Bacillus thuringensis israelensis (Bti) for Sunday, May 24th. A back-up date of Monday, May 25th has been set if conditions do not allow for the application to take place on Sunday, May 24th. This application of…
Read MoreAltitude Fitness Re-Opened on May 20th, Taking Top Priority on their Social Distancing Measures
As businesses in Laramie continue to re-open, we would like to recognize Altitude Fitness this week for their social distancing measures. Altitude Fitness re-opened their gym to the public on May 20th. All staff are required to wear face masks at all times, gloves while cleaning, and are screened for symptoms of illness by mandatory temperature…
Read MoreMedicine Bow-Routt National Forests and Thunder Basin National Grassland closures to remain in effect through May 31
(LARAMIE, Wyo.) May 19, 2020 – Medicine Bow-Routt National Forests and Thunder Basin National Grassland (MBRTB) officials announced today that developed recreation sites will remain closed through May 31. This allows employees to prepare facilities and ensure the necessary personal protective equipment and cleaning supplies are readily available. Trails and general forest areas will remain accessible for…
Read MoreLet’s Talk Recycling
By Brian Harrington, Laramie City Council Ward I I’m sure you have heard by now that the City removed #3-#7 plastics from our curbside recycling, you can find the Boomerang article here. This decision came as the result of work session held several weeks prior to the vote. Often, the details that lead to the decision are presented…
Read More2020 CENSUS FIELD OPERATIONS RESUME IN WYOMING
Census Workers to Wear PPE Cheyenne, WY — The U.S. Census Bureau is resuming 2020 Census field operations in Wyoming beginning May 18, 2020. For the health and safety of Census employees and the public, field staff will observe social distancing protocols and will wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). U.S. Census Bureau field employees will…
Read MoreB.P.O.E. Lodge No. 582 makes $1,000 donations to Laramie Soup Kitchen and Interfaith
LARAMIE, WYOMING: The local Elks lodge, No. 582 was able to make $1,000 donations to both the Laramie Soup Kitchen and Interfaith-Good Samaritan to assist these organizations during the COVID-19 pandemic. Ted Cramer, Executive Director of the Laramie Soup Kitchen said, “during the pandemic we have seen a decrease in food donations and without volunteers…
Read MoreTimes will fade but work ethic will not
By U.S. Senator Mike Enzi This spring has been far from easy for small businesses. Instead of getting ready for the summer inventory, stores are forced to make decisions about how to stay in business. During these difficult times, relying on community support is more important than ever before. Wyoming is proud of its entrepreneurs while…
Read MoreRestrictions ease under new orders, Governor allocates $17 million in CARES Act funding to expand COVID-19 testing and health response
CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Governor Mark Gordon has announced that updated public health orders effective May 15 will ease restrictions on several business categories and permit restaurants to resume indoor table service statewide. The Governor has also allocated $17 million in federal funding to expand COVID-19 testing, improve contact tracing and add to the state’s supply of…
Read MoreRestaurants and Bars Cleared to Re-open In Albany County
Laramie, WY May 8, 2020 – Dr. Jean Allais, Albany County Health Officer, announced today the next phase of reopening as it relates to restaurants and bars in Albany County which may reopen immediately as long as they follow guidelines set forth in a health order variance. As part of today’s announcement, Dr. Allais reminded…
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