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Gov. Little Hosts Trump Administration Officials

Governor Brad Little and Lieutenant Governor Scott Bedke welcomed top officials from the Trump administration to Idaho this week for a wildfire preparedness roundtable and the Governor’s annual trail ride, bringing together state, federal, and local leaders to coordinate efforts ahead of the 2025 wildfire season. The visit included senior leaders from the U.S. Department Read More…

Governor’s Emergency Funds Approved to Aid ICE in Transporting Dangerous Illegal Aliens

Governor Brad Little and the Idaho Board of Examiners approved a request Tuesday to allocate up to $300,000 from the Governor’s emergency fund to support U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in transporting hundreds of dangerous illegal alien criminals from Idaho jails. This move follows the recent announcement that the Idaho State Police (ISP) entered Read More…

Wyoming DEQ Releases 2024 State of the Environment Report

The Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) has released its 2024 State of the Environment Report, outlining key accomplishments across the department’s four core focus areas: air, land, waste, and water. The annual report underscores Wyoming’s ongoing commitment to environmental protection while supporting the state’s economic vitality. “This report underscores the Wyoming DEQ’s leadership and Read More…

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Gov. Little Hosts Trump Administration Officials

Governor Brad Little and Lieutenant Governor Scott Bedke welcomed top officials from the Trump administration to Idaho this week for a wildfire preparedness roundtable and the Governor’s annual trail ride, bringing together state, federal, and local leaders to coordinate efforts ahead of the 2025 wildfire season. The visit included senior leaders from the U.S. Department Read More…

50 years ago this week

“Huge boulders lay beside the road through Gibbon Canyon in Yellowstone National Park Tuesday morning after an all night clearing job by park maintenance crews.  The boulders are just part of the more than 200 tons of rock that slide across the Norris to Madison Junction road during the earthquake Monday (June 30).  Maintenance crews Read More…

Tax cuts lower charity care

Cody Regional Health recently published its budget for 2026, posting an operating net revenue of $126.1 million and operating expenses of $125.7 million. In 2026, the hospital’s operating margin will be 0.30% for the year.

Correction

In the Just Judith column June 24, the sentence, “I find that, as a general rule, dog people don’t really care to hear about cut hurling kitties …” should have read “I find that, as a general rule, dog people don’t really care to hear about cute, cuddly, hairball-hurling kitties….”

Governor’s Emergency Funds Approved to Aid ICE in Transporting Dangerous Illegal Aliens

Governor Brad Little and the Idaho Board of Examiners approved a request Tuesday to allocate up to $300,000 from the Governor’s emergency fund to support U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in transporting hundreds of dangerous illegal alien criminals from Idaho jails. This move follows the recent announcement that the Idaho State Police (ISP) entered Read More…

Wyoming DEQ Releases 2024 State of the Environment Report

The Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) has released its 2024 State of the Environment Report, outlining key accomplishments across the department’s four core focus areas: air, land, waste, and water. The annual report underscores Wyoming’s ongoing commitment to environmental protection while supporting the state’s economic vitality. “This report underscores the Wyoming DEQ’s leadership and Read More…

Idaho Partners with ICE to Transport Dangerous Illegal Alien Criminals Out of State

Governor Brad Little announced today a new agreement between the Idaho State Police (ISP) and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) under the federal 287(g) program. The partnership authorizes Idaho law enforcement to transport hundreds of convicted illegal alien criminals from Idaho jails directly to ICE detention facilities for deportation processing. The agreement is part Read More…

North Dakota Reports Slight Dip in Q1 2025 Taxable Sales

North Dakota Tax Commissioner Brian Kroshus announced today that the state’s taxable sales and purchases for the first quarter of 2025 totaled $5.65 billion, reflecting a 1.53% decrease compared to the same period last year. Despite the modest decline, Kroshus said the data show signs of underlying economic stability amid national economic uncertainty. “While we Read More…

Wyoming Business Council Charts Bold Path Forward for State’s Economic Future

In a candid and forward-looking quarterly meeting this week, the Wyoming Business Council (WBC) Board of Directors turned its focus toward bold strategies aimed at reversing persistent economic challenges, including stagnant job growth and population decline. During a strategic work session held May 20, WBC CEO Josh Dorrell presented a stark assessment of Wyoming’s current Read More…

Buckskin Mine Honored with 2025 DEQ Excellence in Mining Reclamation Award

The Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) has awarded the 2025 Excellence in Mining Reclamation Award in the coal category to the Buckskin Mine for its outstanding work restoring native sagebrush habitat in Campbell County. The award, which recognizes exceptional achievements in mine reclamation, will be officially presented during the 69th Annual Wyoming Mining Association Read More…

Senate Committee Advances North Dakota Superintendent Baesler’s Nomination for Federal Education Post

North Dakota State Superintendent of Public Instruction Kirsten Baesler’s nomination to serve as the U.S. Assistant Secretary for Elementary and Secondary Education has advanced to the full United States Senate. The Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) approved Baesler’s nomination Friday in a party-line vote of 12-11, as part of an en Read More…

Attorney General Jackley Appoints Two New Special Agents in Charge at South Dakota Division of Criminal Investigation

South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announced today the promotion of two veteran law enforcement officers to newly created leadership positions within the Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI). Supervisory Special Agents Mike Hockett and Dane Rasmussen have been named Special Agents in Charge (SAC) for the Eastern and Western regions of the state, respectively. “Special Read More…

Think tank: Trump’s minerals order could benefit Colorado, Arizona, Wyoming

(The Center Square) – A recent Trump administration order that seeks to boost critical mineral production could be a boon for Colorado, Arizona and Wyoming, which are home to key critical minerals needed for clean energy technologies, a new report claims. President Donald Trump in March signed Executive Order 14241, citing the economic and national security Read More…

Wyoming Air National Guard to Receive C-130J Super Hercules Upgrade

The Wyoming Air National Guard has been selected to receive the C-130J Super Hercules, a modern upgrade to replace its aging fleet of C-130H aircraft. This announcement marks a significant milestone for the 153rd Airlift Wing and recognizes the exemplary performance of Wyoming’s Airmen in supporting critical missions both domestically and globally. A total of Read More…

Gov. Armstrong Meets with EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin

Governor Kelly Armstrong of North Dakota met with U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin today to discuss critical issues affecting the state’s energy and agriculture sectors. The meeting focused on collaborating with the federal government and industry partners to protect North Dakota’s natural resources while fostering responsible energy development and economic growth. Armstrong Read More…

Two Startups Secure $255,000 in Funding Through North Dakota’s Angel Match Program

The North Dakota Department of Commerce announced today that Tugboat Solutions, Inc. and Verdethos, Inc. have been approved for a combined total of $255,000 in funding through the state’s Angel Match Program (AMP) for the first quarter of 2025. The Angel Match Program, designed to support early-stage, high-growth companies, will provide Tugboat Solutions with a Read More…