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EPA ruling: Gov. Gordon applauds reversing Biden-era rule changes

CHEYENNE – Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon announced his support for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) decision to repeal the Biden-Harris EPA Regulations for power plants. …

Kate D’Arcy browses through memorabilia at the WHS Old Grads Reunion.

Old grads gather for reunion in Wheatland

WHEATLAND – Last weekend the Agriplex   was a busy place while old friends and classmates gathered for the Wheatland High School Old Grads reunion. “It’s a connection to …

Red, white and boom; don’t let it be you

PLATTE COUNTY – While Wyoming doesn’t have specific data relating to the number of fireworks injuries every year, it does have data suggesting the state ranks among the top for fireworks …

WPD recognizes excellence 

WHEATLAND –  Wheatland Police Chief Brad Otte hosted an appreciation dinner for local law enforcement last Thursday to recognize their success in working together as a cohesive unit during …
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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 …
GLENDO – With the need for continued training and experience for local emergency responders, Glendo Volunteer Fire and Rescue hosted a multi-agency ice-rescue training Jan. 25 – 26 put on …
Platte County unofficial results as of 8:29, includes Wheatland precints and absentee votes. Further updates will be available as results come in.  US President …
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Obituaries
Bruce Lee Spiker
Bruce Lee Spiker
Bruce Lee Spiker, 65, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 14, 2025, in Wheatland.Bruce Spiker was born on Saturday, July 4, 1959, in Denver, Colorado, to the late Richard and Patricia (Bailey) …
Bruce Lee Spiker
Bruce Lee Spiker
Bruce Lee Spiker, 65, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 14, 2025, in Wheatland.Bruce Spiker was born on Saturday, July 4, 1959, in Denver, Colorado, to the late Richard and Patricia (Bailey) …
Donald Q. “Don” Gudahl
A funeral service for Donald Q. “Don” Gudahl, 97, will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, May 27 at the First Christian Church in Wheatland, with Pastor Casey Schroeder officiating. Don …
Dorothy Mae Rinne
Dorothy Mae Rine, 90, of Wheatland, passed away peacefully in the morning hours of Sunday, May 18, 2025 at the Platte County Hospital in Wheatland, surrounded by her loving family.  Dorothy Rine …
Leonard Nelson Vineyard
Leonard Nelson Vineyard, 90, passed away on Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at the Platte County Legacy Home in Wheatland. Leonard Nelson was born to Edgar Nelson and Iona (Cox) Vineyard on Saturday, January …

Peak High School hosts graduation for senior Jennifer Pena

WHEATLAND – Peak High School’s lone senior, Jennifer Pena, was recognized in a brief graduation ceremony during the May 19 Platte County School No. 1 (PCSD No. 1) board meeting. Peak …

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Citizen opposed to project

To the Editor: YES, I am writing in opposition to the proposed NextEra “Chugwater Energy Project”. My husband and I raised our three children east of Chugwater on our farm …
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Stacy Buchholz
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Friend or Foe? It is snake season
PLATTE COUNTY – Over the last weekend, my family and I were traveling some backroads and found that our creepy, crawly friends have come out of hibernation. Many of these backroad snakes were, …
Lisa Phelps
Sunset reflections
U nless you see it, it’s hard to grasp. That’s a bit of an understatement because I’m talking about an amazing double rainbow that spanned the entire county, from north to south I …
Lisa Phelps: Sunset Reflections
Roses. Flowers. Chocolate and cute little red hearts and notes of affection. You know what I’m talking about because it has become such a tradition in our world every February 14 to share something sweet (whether poetic prose, a gesture, or actual goodies) with a “sweetheart.” (See what I did there?)
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July 8 Schear, Wade, Gillette. Manufacture or control narcotic substance; fees and fines: Bound over Possess control narcotic substance; fees and fines: Bound over Hildebrandt, Shane, Cheyenne. …
Court Reports June 15 - June 30
June 15 Gunther, Karissa, Casper. Vehicle exceeded 80 mph on Interstate (6+ mph over); fees and fines: $103. Rieckers, William, Mills. Follow too closely; fees and fines: $100. Seat belt driver; fees …
Public Notice No. 11704
Request for Bids The Town of Wheatland Police Department will be accepting sealed bids for ONE (1) full size white in color SUV. This unit shall be new with full factory warranty. The unit shall be …
Public Notice No. 11703
PURSUANT TO WYOMING STATE STATUTE §18-3-516(b)(i), all salaries listed herein are actual wages, not including any benefits, paid to all full time Town of Wheatland employees and elected …
Public Notice No. 11702
UNAPPROVED RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS FOR THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE TOWN OF WHEATLAND A regular meeting of the Council for the Town of Wheatland, Platte County, and State of Wyoming was held on July 8, …