AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoCheyenne & Courts: Wyoming’s Judiciary Committee voted 8-4 against House Bill 93, which would have required free online access to court records and audio/video of hearings, with limited exceptions for sensitive cases. Local Politics: In Cheyenne’s Ward 1 race, retired Air Force medic Jim Chiro says he’ll focus on community service, responsible growth, and fixing streets and curb issues. Public Safety/Fire: BLM is closing parts of Fremont County for public safety as the Weiser Knoll Fire burns near Lander; closures run through Sept. 1, with WY-28 and U.S. 287 staying open. Water & Western Economy: Wyoming’s State Engineer says Colorado River operating rules tied to Lake Powell and Lake Mead are expiring, and federal guidance could reshape future water cuts. Drought Impacts: Severe drought is pushing Johnson County ranchers to sell calves early and reduce breeding stock as hay and forage shortages worsen. Health Alert: A salmonella outbreak tied to jalapeño peppers has sickened people in 27 states, including Wyoming.
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