CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Governor Mark Gordon will fund a grant program that provides financial assistance to students who have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The grants will cover expenses other than tuition and fees, including housing and meals for students attending the University of Wyoming, the state’s community colleges, private and technical colleges. The Governor has allocated an initial $50 million in Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act funding to the CARES Wyoming
CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Governor Mark Gordon has made it easy to see how the state is utilizing federal dollars awarded to Wyoming through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. The Governor has added a dedicated page to the Wyoming Sense budget transparency website that illustrates how CARES Act funds are being distributed. As of August 6, the Governor has allocated more than $710 million of the $1.25 billion in federal funds Wyoming was provided by Congress to address the impacts of
CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon expressed his support for Grand Teton National Park’s newly-released plan to manage non-native mountain goats within park boundaries by allowing qualified volunteers to harvest the animals. The updated plan came after the Governor called for a halt to the aerial gunning of goats to reduce their numbers. “I am delighted that Grand Teton National Park officials have chosen to take a different, more sensible approach to addressing this important wildlife
CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Adults who are unemployed or underemployed due to COVID-19 are now eligible for a grant to pay for education at one of the state’s community colleges or the University of Wyoming. This is possible due to funding Governor Mark Gordon provided to the new program. The Governor has allocated $7.5 million in Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act funding to the Adult Education Grant Program, which will provide scholarships to Wyoming adults between the ages of 25 and 64
Casper, WY – August 5, 2020 – August 11 is almost here, and Black Hills Energy hopes that the 8/11 date on the calendar will serve as a natural reminder for residents to call 811 at least 2 business days prior to any digging project to have underground utility lines marked. With more people at home during pandemic restrictions, and summer a peak time to work on home improvement and construction projects, it’s more important than ever that residents remember to dig safely. When calling 811, homeowners and
CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Governor Mark Gordon will hold a media briefing at 3 pm, Wednesday, August 5 in the Governor's Ceremonial Conference room in the State Capitol Building. The Governor will be joined by State Health Officer Dr. Alexia Harrist to provide an update on the COVID-19 pandemic and CARES Act spending. The briefing will be streamed live on Wyoming PBS television, the Wyoming PBS' Facebook page and Wyoming PBS YouTube channel.
CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Governor Mark Gordon has announced the appointment of Dan Shannon as the Acting Director of the Wyoming Department of Corrections. Shannon replaces Bob Lampert, who announced his retirement this week after serving as Director since 2003. “I want to thank Director Lampert for his excellent stewardship of the Department. He has left a legacy that will be long-remembered,” Governor Gordon said. “I also would like to thank Dan Shannon for stepping in to serve in this vital role. His years
Governor signs Executive Order to consolidate Human Resources Personnel for additional savingsCHEYENNE, Wyo. – Governor Mark Gordon has announced deep budget cuts for the current two-year budget cycle totaling more than $250 million, or nearly 10% of the state’s general fund budget. This comes after revenue projections showed an almost $1 billion shortfall for the general fund and another $500 million for school funding. The budget reductions will include state employees losing their jobs, as well as
Hello everybody. We are proud to have become members of Casper, Wyoming’s Chamber of Commerce. We are excited to begin working together and to support the business community. It is our goal to promote Wyoming businesses and believe joining the Chamber is an important part. Our first e-news letter was going to focus on our upcoming estate planning and wealth management seminars. Unfortunately, however, we have heard some unsettling news from the Wyoming Secretary of State that we thought we should bring to
