AGP Executive Report

Wyoming Sports: The University of Wyoming Cowgirls kept rolling in soccer, shutting out Gonzaga 1-0 at home and then blanking Eastern Washington 2-0 in Cheney to extend a three-match winning streak. Local Schools & Community: Cheyenne Central High School inducted its second Athletics Hall of Fame class, honoring athletes and a family for their contributions to the program. Wildlife & Conservation: Gov. Gordon formally designated eight segments of the Sublette Antelope Migration Corridor, a move aimed at protecting pronghorn movement across working lands and development pressure. Wyoming College Athletics: Western Wyoming College welcomed its new athletic director, Ruthanne Duffy, as she sets out to build on a strong Mustang sports program. Opinion/Letters: Readers pushed back on the Wyoming Republican Party’s candidate endorsement policy and urged a “Restoration of Rights” constitutional amendment.

Border War Fallout (CSU vs. Wyoming): Colorado State opened its season with a 35-13 win over Wyoming, reclaiming the Bronze Boot in Jim Mora’s debut and pulling away after a tighter first half. Severe Weather Watch (Cheyenne/Southeast Wyoming): The National Weather Service warns storms could hit southeast Wyoming after 6 p.m., with hail up to 1.5 inches, damaging winds, and heavy rain that may cause localized flooding. Wildfire Update: Wyoming is seeing more wildfire starts than at this point in 2024, with state foresters saying the response is ramped up through expanded air support and “all hands, all lands” coordination. Education Data (Albany County): University of Wyoming figures show a 57.1% six-year bachelor’s completion rate for Hispanic/Latino students entering in 2018, matching the statewide rate. Local Community Spotlight (Powell): A Powell Economic Partnership Grants and Giving AmeriCorps VISTA volunteer is running a “Loose Change for Local Change” campaign to fund local food access, agriculture education, and outdoor recreation. Energy Costs (National): GasBuddy projects Labor Day gas prices could top $4.03 nationally, a record late-year level that adds pressure to household budgets.

Border War Football: Wyoming opened its season with a 35-13 loss to Colorado State in Fort Collins, falling to 0-1 as the Cowboys turned it over four times and went 0-for-8 on third down; Tyler Hughes made his first career start at QB with 130 passing yards and 52 rushing, but three interceptions and penalties helped CSU pull away. Rivalry Fallout: CSU’s Hauss Hejny threw five TD passes and the Rams claimed the Bronze Boot in Jim Mora’s debut, while Wyoming coach Jay Sawvel pointed to “mistakes in critical situations” that derailed the Pokes. Other Wyoming Sports: Laramie boys and girls finished second at the Wheatland Invite, with Porter Stender leading the boys and Addie Plassmeyer pacing the girls; Cheyenne Central’s Adalyn Racines placed fourth at the Liberty Bell Invitational. Weather: A severe thunderstorm warning was issued for southwest Cheyenne County.

Border War Football: Wyoming opens Week 1 at Colorado State on Saturday, Sept. 5 (3 p.m. PT/6 p.m. ET, USA Network), with the Cowboys listed as a 3-point favorite and a 46.5 over/under. Wyoming Sports Viewing: Fans looking to stream without cable can use Sling’s day or season passes to catch college football coverage. Local Arts: 3 Square Art in Fort Collins named Lisa Hatchadoorian as its new director, bringing museum and curatorial experience from Casper, Wyoming. Wildlife: A herd of wild bison near Grand Teton National Park burst through fencing, turning a barrier into a stampede spectacle. Housing Finance: Wyoming’s average VA purchase loan amount fell from Q1 to Q2, to $375,195, according to the VA Home Loans Index. Public Lands: Wyoming State Parks is inviting volunteers statewide for National Public Lands Day activities throughout September, with fee waivers on Sept. 26.

Local Sports: LCCC volleyball split its first day at the Blinn Tournament in Texas, beating Temple College in four sets before falling to Wharton County. Cheyenne Prep Sports: Sheridan swept Cheyenne South in tennis duals, while Cheyenne East and Central opened the Evanston Border Wars tournament with mixed results. High School Football: Sheridan rolled past Cheyenne South 55-0, and Natrona County beat Cheyenne East 28-14 after a fast start. UW Athletics: Wyoming’s cross country teams won at the Wyoming Invite in Cheyenne, with Eowyn Dalbec taking the women’s title and Habi Wetzel winning the men’s. Community & Planning: Cheyenne opened a 15-day public review for its draft 2025 CAPER, and WYDOT launched an online public meeting for the 2050 Long Range Transportation Plan. Environment: Yellowstone plans a temporary Buffalo Creek closure and fish poison treatment to remove invasive rainbow trout and protect native cutthroat trout.

Property Taxes: Wyoming voters will consider Initiative 1 this November, which would exempt half of a home’s assessed value from taxes for residents who live in Wyoming at least six months a year (land excluded). Backers say it targets homeowners; opponents warn it could cut state and local revenue by tens of millions, forcing tradeoffs for schools and roads. Wildfire Watch: Wyoming officials say wildfire danger stays high due to drought, dry fuels, and wind, urging people to avoid sparks and check restrictions. First Responders: Wyoming State Parks will offer free park entrance statewide on Patriot Day, Sept. 11, for law enforcement, firefighters, paramedics, and EMTs (reservations and other fees still apply). Water & Irrigation: New lawsuits tied to Colorado River drought and allocation cuts raise questions about how Wyoming irrigation could be affected and whether proposed dam plans are feasible. Livestock Feed Relief: Gov. Mark Gordon signed an executive order extending emergency oversize/overweight transport permits for livestock feed through early October as drought and wildfires strain pasture and forage. Fish Die-Off: Game and Fish identified a parasite as the cause of thousands of mountain whitefish deaths on the Salt River, with no direct prevention steps but more focus on habitat and preventing spread.

Cybersecurity & Courts: Thomson Reuters says a cyber incident tied to its C-Track case management platform let an unauthorized party access certain court files across multiple states, including Wyoming, with some records “affected.” Local Public Safety: Cheyenne-area officials say a traffic-monitoring device feared as a “Flock camera” is actually a speed/traffic-volume tool that doesn’t take photos or read plates. Wyoming Politics: Wyoming’s general election ballot is getting more crowded as minor-party candidates were certified, including Libertarian Shawn Johnson and Constitution Party Jeffrey Haggit for the U.S. House race. Weather & Fire Risk: Drought conditions are driving more red flag warnings and heightened wildfire danger statewide. Community Resources: Cheyenne Children’s Clinic at CRMC keeps a free clothing closet stocked for families who need essentials. Sports (Wyoming): UW soccer beat Gonzaga 1-0 on an own goal; Wyoming Downs and 307 Horse Racing wrapped a record-breaking 2026 season.

University of Wyoming & AI: UW says it will roll out BoodleBox, a secure enterprise AI platform for faculty, staff and students, framing it as a step toward responsible AI leadership in Wyoming higher ed. State Politics & Elections: A new opinion piece argues voters are ready for “something new” after turnover in the 2026 Legislature primary, pointing to fatigue with the status quo and a steep learning curve for incoming lawmakers. Public Safety & Health: Wyoming brings home all 240 inmates housed in Mississippi since 2023, after staffing improvements helped Wyoming facilities return to full capacity; separately, FDA recalls Crystal Temptations Halloween chocolate eyeballs sold in Wyoming due to an undeclared milk allergen. Economy & Cost of Living: A rancher-focused report says Trump’s plan to expand lean beef trim imports could lower ground-beef prices, but Wyoming cattle observers worry savings may not reach grocery shelves. Community & Outdoors: Wyoming Game and Fish will host a bear spray giveaway and training event Sept. 5 at the National Elk Refuge, with limited free cans and hands-on practice. Sports (Local): WyoPreps posts the Week 1 high school football schedule and matchups across classes, kicking off the 2026 season.

Public Safety: Wyoming authorities are appealing for help locating a missing 79-year-old woman with dementia last seen on Kambala Close in Wyoming, and a separate case ended with a 15-year-old abducted from Wyoming recovered safely after a South Dakota traffic stop using license-plate-reader alerts. Corrections & Justice: Wyoming brought home 240 inmates from Mississippi’s Tallahatchie County Correctional Facility after staffing improved, and a Wyoming Judicial Branch cybersecurity breach involving Thomson Reuters’ C-Track platform is raising concerns about exposed court data in multiple states including Wyoming. Wildfire & Preparedness: Wyoming reported a complex 2026 fire season with nearly double the number of wildfire starts versus this point in 2024, relying on expanded state aviation and interagency coordination. State Policy & Economy: Gov. Mark Gordon extended emergency oversize livestock-feed transport permits through early October, while Natrona County heard a pitch for a 940-acre Prometheus data center and Wyoming advanced Chainlink Proof of Reserve for FRNT stablecoin transparency. Community: Rock Springs hosted major golf and football updates, and Churches Together in Sweetwater County more than doubled a hygiene drive’s donated supplies.

Stablecoin oversight: Wyoming’s Stable Token Commission says it has deepened its Chainlink adoption for FRNT reserve transparency, aiming to meet and exceed the GENIUS Act’s monthly disclosure baseline by adding Proof of Reserve and daily attestations. Public safety tech: A sheriff in Florida halted Flock-style automated license plate readers after state transportation orders, a reminder of how quickly ALPR policies can shift. Missing teen case: Wyoming investigators used license plate reader tracking to help locate a vehicle tied to the abduction of a 15-year-old Wyoming girl; an Arizona man was arrested in South Dakota and the teen was found safe. Local wildlife management: The National Elk Refuge’s draft plan would keep feeding elk in the Jackson Herd for years while trying to cut overwintering numbers, even as chronic wasting disease spreads. Community needs: Food Bank of Wyoming is urging help during Hunger Action Month as food insecurity remains high statewide. Sports & schools: UW and Colorado State announced a future Border War scheduling pact in four sports; Teton County School District board race has four candidates for three seats.

Wyoming Politics & Elections: Lisa Kinney says DOJ “observers” were “aggressive” during Wyoming’s Aug. 18 primary, raising questions about how federal officials monitored poll workers in Cheyenne. Energy & Environment: The Wyoming DEQ’s Industrial Siting Council approved the Laramie Range Wind Project after Laramie County commissioners previously rejected it, clearing the way for a 139-turbine build near Cheyenne. Local Health & Services: Cheyenne Fire Rescue put its first ambulance, Med-1, into service Tuesday to add surge transport capacity when AMR units are tied up. Community & Food Security: Wyoming Hunger Initiative is launching Food from the Field, letting hunters donate deer, elk, moose, or antelope to help feed families across the state. Sports (Border War): Wyoming opens the 2026 season Saturday with the 118th Border War against Colorado State in Fort Collins, with national TV coverage on USA Network. Wyoming Economy & Tax Policy: The Joint Revenue Committee weighed proposals including energy taxes and a possible property-tax replacement with a 2% sales tax.

Wyoming Elections: Albany County volunteers hand-counted 5% of primary ballots as an extra audit to compare human tallies with machine results. Public Safety & Emergency Response: Jackson Hole Fire/EMS installed two AI wildfire cameras on Snow King and Rendezvous Mountain, with a third planned, and the public can view live feeds via AlertWest. Water & Drought: Hudson, Wyoming, moved to emergency mandatory outdoor watering limits due to a 30% drop in its aquifer, joining other towns tightening conservation. Wildlife & Land Use: Groups in Cody are hosting “Postcards for Public Lands” events to urge comments against rescinding the Roadless Rule, with the deadline set for Sept. 21. Community & Health: The Food Bank of Wyoming is calling for help during Hunger Action Month as food insecurity remains high statewide. Local Projects: Work begins Sept. 2 on a new truck scale at the Teton County recycling center, with construction impacts expected through fall. Consumer Safety: A Halloween chocolate eyeball candy sold in Wyoming is recalled for undeclared milk allergens. Sports: Wyoming football kicks off with the Border War opener against Colorado State.

Wyoming Sports: The University of Wyoming Cowgirls kept rolling in the Rumble in the Rockies, sweeping St. Thomas 3-0 and earning Mountain West weekly honors—Paige Lauterwasser was named Old Trapper Offensive Player of the Week after eclipsing 1,000 career points, while Alyssa Glover and Isabel Vasco also picked up Player of the Week nods for their scoring surge. Border War Football: Wyoming opens the 2026 season with the 118th Border War against Colorado State—first time since 1967 the rivalry won’t be a conference matchup—kicking off a week of extra focus for players and fans. Local Government & Land Use: Sweetwater County commissioners will consider a letter supporting rescission of a 2021 USDA roadless rule that could open more motorized trails and roads in Wyoming forests, alongside updates on fire restrictions. Cheyenne Development: Cheyenne City Council is weighing a liquor license transfer that could bring a full-service restaurant, liquor store, and off-track betting to the former Big Lots site. Public Health Access: Wyoming is now part of the Counseling Compact, letting licensed professional counselors practice across state lines, aiming to expand access in areas with provider shortages. Federal Policy Watch: At Jackson Hole, Fed chair Kevin Warsh’s hawkish inflation message pushed markets toward higher rate expectations, with traders pricing a September hike.

Fed & Jackson Hole: Federal Reserve chair Kevin Warsh used his first Jackson Hole speech to warn inflation is still too high and left the door open to more rate hikes, pushing markets to price in a September move. Energy & the Gulf: Oil jumped above $90 a barrel after renewed US-Iran strikes and retaliation, reviving fears around Strait of Hormuz supply disruptions. Local governance & immigration: A judge dismissed a lawsuit challenging Laramie County Sheriff Brian Kozak’s 287(g) immigration agreements. Wyoming politics & policy: The Wyoming PSCC will meet Sept. 2 by videoconference. Public lands: USDA is seeking public comment on rescinding the Roadless Area Conservation Rule, with comments due Sept. 21. Sports (Wyoming): The Cowboys open Sept. 5 at Colorado State; former UW tight end Treyton Welch made the Saints’ 53-man roster. Wildlife & outdoors: Wyoming has the second-highest wild horse population in the US, and a new AI camera system found no bird collisions at solar farms after 17,000 hours of monitoring. Community: Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation elected Cheryl Moore as chief and council.

Fed Watch in Wyoming: Federal Reserve chair Kevin Warsh’s hawkish Jackson Hole remarks are rattling markets again, pushing up rate-hike bets and lifting Treasury yields—gold slid to near a two-week low as investors recalculated what comes next. Middle East & Energy: Oil prices jumped as U.S.-Iran tensions flared, adding to the inflation pressure Warsh flagged. Colorado River Uncertainty: A new federal approach to Colorado River cuts is raising alarm for Western cities and farmers, with Nevada suing over potential shortages. Wyoming Sports: Wyoming Cowgirls volleyball opened 2026 with two home wins, including a milestone for Paige Lauterwasser, while the Wyoming Cowboys kick off the season Sept. 5 against Colorado State. Local Public Safety: A missing person alert for Cheyenne Chalakee was cancelled.

Fed in Jackson Hole: Kevin Warsh told global policymakers inflation is still too high and warned the Fed will have “work to do” unless underlying prices move toward the 2% target, pushing markets to raise odds of a September rate hike. Global Finance: European central bankers left Jackson Hole uneasy after U.S. Treasury moves tied to currency and borrowing costs, saying they weren’t given customary notice and fearing more disruption. Water Fight: Nevada sued the Trump administration over proposed Colorado River cuts, arguing Lower Basin states could face steep reductions while Wyoming and other Upper Basin states avoid mandatory cuts. Wyoming Health Costs: Medicaid billing data show Wyoming providers billed $31 for “Temporary Codes” in 2024, while Cheyenne anesthesia payments jumped to $126,383 and Sheridan surgery claims rose to $17,139. Local Public Safety: An Endangered Missing Alert was issued for Cheyenne Chalakee, last seen in Muskogee, Oklahoma. Wyoming Courts/Crime: Madeline Veronique Daly pleaded guilty to first-degree murder in the shooting death of her 11-month-old son. Wyoming Community: Fish Creek in Wilson unveiled a five-year watershed plan to cut pollution and protect trout habitat.