Sunday - September 6, 2026

Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Wyoming

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$5.2 million commitment will expand and enhance stroke care across Wyoming
DALLAS, Texas, Aug. 17 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Heart Association posted the following news release: * * * $5.2 million commitment will expand and enhance stroke care across Wyoming * CHEYENNE, Wyo., Aug. 17, 2026 -When someone experiences a stroke, immediate medical attention can mean the difference between recovery, lifelong disability or even death. In Wyoming, stroke is the fifth-leading cause of death[1], and geographic distance to care can present significant barriers to  more
$5.2 Million Commitment Will Expand and Enhance Stroke Care Across Wyoming
NEW YORK, Aug. 17 -- The Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust posted the following news release: * * * $5.2 Million Commitment Will Expand and Enhance Stroke Care Across Wyoming * CHEYENNE, WY, August 17, 2026 -When someone experiences a stroke, immediate medical attention can mean the difference between recovery, lifelong disability or even death. In Wyoming, stroke is the fifth-leading cause of death, and geographic distance to care can present significant barriers to timely tre  more
23 Conservation Groups Urge National Park Service to Retain Strong Wilderness Stewardship Policies
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. National Parks Conservation Association, Alaska Wilderness League, Badlands Conservation Alliance, Californians for Western Wilderness, CalWild, Coalition to Protect America's National Parks, Continental Divide Trail Coalition, Friends of the Boundary Waters Wilderness, Friends of Nevada Wilderness, Glacier Two-Medicine All  more
4 Environmental Groups Applaud Tiered Approach to Grizzly Bear Protections and Call for Clarification
WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Comment on the Proposed Revisions to the Protective Regulations for Grizzly Bears, RIN 1018-BI14 Property and Environment Research Center, Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, Boone and Crockett Club, and Wyoming Wildlife Federation August 17, 2026 Dir. Nesvik, The Property and Environment Research Center, Rocky Mountain Elk Fou  more
AFP-WY Celebrates Primary Wins of Endorsed Candidates
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 19 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release: * * * AFP-WY Celebrates Primary Wins of Endorsed Candidates * CHEYENNE, WY - Americans for Prosperity-Wyoming (AFP-WY) celebrated the victory of 13 of its endorsed candidates in their primary races on Tuesday night, clearing the way for transformative policy reforms in the 2027 state legislative session. As the Cowboy State's premier grassroots organization, AFP-WY mobilized   more
America First Policy Institute: 529 Plan Conformity Across the States: A Reform Agenda After the One Big Beautiful Bill
WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 (TNSLrpt) -- The America First Policy Institute issued the following research report on June 9, 2026, by James Paul and Rose Laoutaris entitled "529 Plan Conformity across the states: A Reform Agenda After the One Big Beautiful Bill." Here are excerpts: * * * Introduction 529 education savings plans, also known as qualified tuition plans, are tax-advantaged accounts in which families invest after-tax dollars in mutual funds, index funds, and age-based portfolios offered b  more
America Outdoors Association Urge Updates to BLM Wilderness Management Manual to Clarify Commercial Services and NEPA Compliance
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 August 14, 2026 Submitted via the Federal eRulemaking Portal (www.regulations.gov) Docket No. BLM-2026-0067 RE: Management of Designated Wilderness Areas-Policy Review: BLM Manual 6340-Comments of America Outdoors Association and the Undersigned Outfitter and Guide Organizations The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is  more
America Outdoors Association Urges BLM to Revise Wilderness Study Area Management Manual for Clearer Recreation Access and Resource Protection
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 August 14, 2026 Submitted via the Federal eRulemaking Portal (www.regulations.gov) Docket No. BLM-2026-0069 RE: Management of Wilderness Study Areas - Policy Review: BLM Manual 6330 - Comments of America Outdoors Association and the Undersigned Outfitter and Guide Organizations America Outdoors Association (AOA)  more
America Outdoors Association Urges Clarifications in BLM's Management of Lands With Wilderness Characteristics
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 August 14, 2026 Submitted via the Federal eRulemaking Portal (www.regulations.gov) Docket No. BLM-2026-0068 Re: Comments of America Outdoors Association and the Undersigned Outfitter and Guide Organizations on the Policy Review of BLM Manual 6320, Considering Lands with Wilderness Characteristics in the BLM Land Use P  more
America Outdoors Association Urges National Park Service to Revise Wilderness Stewardship Policy for Clarity Consistency and Operator Protections
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 14, 2026 Submitted via the Federal eRulemaking Portal (www.regulations.gov) Re: Comments of America Outdoors Association and the Undersigned Outfitter and Guide Organizations on the National Park Service Level 2 Wilderness Stewardship Policy Review of Director's Order #41: Wilderness Stewardship, Docket No. NPS-2  more
America's Credit Unions, 47 Co-Signers Issues Letter to Senate Leadership
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 (TNSletter) -- America's Credit Unions, with 47 co-signers issued the following letter to the Senate leadership: * * * Here is the text of the letter: July 21, 2026 The Honorable John Thune Majority Leader United States Senate Washington, DC 20510 - The Honorable Charles Schumer Minority Leader United States Senate Washington, DC 20510 - Re: Senate Consideration of H.R. 3633, the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act of 2025 Dear Leader Thune and Leader Schumer: On  more
American Motorcyclist Association, One Voice Urge BLM to End Ongoing Wilderness Inventory to Protect Motorized Recreation Access
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 August 14, 2026 US Department of Interior BLM Attn: Considering Lands with Wilderness Characteristics 1849 C Street NW RM 5646 Washington DC 20240 VIA Portal Only Re: Considering Lands with Wilderness Characteristics; Revision of BLM Manual 6320 [A2407-014-004-065516; #O2509-014-004-125222] Dear Sirs: Please accept   more
Americans for Tax Reform President Norquist Appears on Fox Business Network's Kudlow to Discuss Ending Inflation Tax on Capital Gains
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- Americans for Tax Reform posted the following news: * * * Norquist and Kudlow: Help the Middle Class by Ending the Inflation Tax on Capital Gains ATR President Grover Norquist appeared on Fox Business Network's Kudlow to discuss ending the inflation tax on capital gains. Transcript: Norquist: "The government creates inflation, the government shouldn't profit by the inflation they create by raising taxes on people who own crypto, or the more than fifty percent of peopl  more
Animal Welfare Groups Oppose Federal Rollback of Grizzly Bear Protections Amid Concerns Over State Management
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Comments of Animal Wellness Action (AWA) and the Center for a Humane Economy (CHE) Opposing the Proposed Revisions to the Grizzly Bear 4(d) Rule Re: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Proposed Rule, 50 CFR Part 17, Docket No. FWS-R6-ES-2024-0186 Animal Wellness Action ("AWA") and the Center for a Humane Economy ("CHE") respec  more
Ariz. A.G. Mayes, Bipartisan Coalition Secure $700 Million Google Settlement Over App Store Monopoly
PHOENIX, Arizona, Aug. 20 -- Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Mayes, Bipartisan Coalition Secure $700 Million Google Settlement Over App Store Monopoly A federal court this week approved a $700 million settlement in a multistate antitrust lawsuit against Google. The lawsuit challenged Google's control over Android app distribution and in-app payments. The approval of the settlement ends a five-year case and gives relief to consumers  more
Ark. A.G. Griffin, 34 Co-Signers Issue Letter to Congressional Leadership
LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, Aug. 20 (TNSletter) -- Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin, with 34 co-signers issued the following letter to Congressional leadership: * * * Here is the text of the letter: August 4, 2026 The Honorable Mike Johnson Speaker U.S. House of Representatives Washington, D.C. 20515 - The Honorable John Thune Majority Leader U.S. Senate Washington, D.C. 20515 - The Honorable Tom Cole House Committee on Appropriations U.S. Capitol Building, H-307 Washington, D.C  more
Banner - University Medicine names Charles Socci chief operating officer
PHOENIX, Arizona, Aug. 18 [Category: Health Care] -- Banner Health posted the following news release: * * * Banner - University Medicine names Charles Socci chief operating officer * TUCSON, Ariz. (Aug. 18, 2026) - Banner - University Medicine has named Charles Socci, RN, MBA, chief operating officer in Tucson, effective Sept. 14. Socci will oversee day-to-day operations of Banner - University Medicine's acute-care hospitals in Tucson, working alongside teams to advance quality, patient saf  more
Banner Health experts warn of Valley fever risks with monsoon storms
PHOENIX, Arizona, Aug. 21 [Category: Health Care] -- Banner Health posted the following news release: * * * Banner Health experts warn of Valley fever risks with monsoon storms * PHOENIX (Aug. 21, 2026) - As Arizona experiences more monsoon storm activity, Banner Health experts are cautioning the public about the risks of Valley fever, a potentially dangerous disease that is endemic to the Southwest. Two-thirds of Valley fever infections in the U.S. happen in Arizona, mostly in Phoenix and T  more
BLM Faces Opposition to Proposed Revisions of Wilderness Management Manuals Amid Concerns Over Reduced Protections and Public Engagement
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 August 14, 2026 U.S. Department of the Interior Director (630) Bureau of Land Management 1849 C St. NW Room 5646 Washington, DC 20240 Attention: Management of Designated Wilderness Areas Attention: Management of Wilderness Study Areas Attention: Considering Lands with Wilderness Characteristics Submitted via https:/  more
Center for American Women & Politics: Women Advance in U.S. Senate Primaries Across Alaska, Florida, Wyoming
NEW BRUNSWICK, New Jersey, Aug. 20 -- The Center for American Women and Politics issued the following news release: * * * Women Advance in U.S. Senate Primaries Across Alaska, Florida, Wyoming Results for Women Candidates from CAWP - Primary elections were held yesterday in Alaska, Florida, and Wyoming. Full results for women candidates in federal and statewide executive races are available on this post on our Election Analysis page; there are multiple undecided races featuring women candid  more
Club for Growth PAC Congratulates Harriet Hageman on WY-SEN Republican Primary Victory
WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 -- Club for Growth PAC, an advocacy organization, issued the following news release: * * * Club for Growth PAC Congratulates Harriet Hageman on WY-SEN Republican Primary Victory Club for Growth PAC congratulates Rep. Harriet Hageman on winning the Republican nomination for the U.S. Senate in Wyoming. Club for Growth PAC endorsed Hageman in December following Sen. Cynthia Lummis' decision to forgo reelection. President Donald Trump also endorsed Hageman in the race. "Harri  more
Club for Growth PAC President David McIntosh Statement on Chuck Gray WY-AL Victory
WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 -- Club for Growth PAC, an advocacy organization, issued the following news release: * * * Club for Growth PAC President David McIntosh Statement on Chuck Gray WY-AL Victory Club for Growth PAC President David McIntosh issued the following statement after 2022 Club for Growth Foundation Fellow Chuck Gray won the Republican nomination for Congress in Wyoming's At-Large District: "Chuck Gray has spent years promoting limited-government policies in Cheyenne to ensure Wyoming  more
Coalition of Local Governments Call for Delisting of Grizzly Bears in Greater Yellowstone
WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. COALITION OF LOCAL GOVERNMENTS 1689 COUNTY ROAD 263 FORT BRIDGER, WY 82933 COUNTY COMMISSIONS FOR LINCOLN, SWEETWATER, AND UINTA - WYOMING, AND DAGGETT-UTAH; AND CONSERVATION DISTRICTS FOR LINCOLN, LITTLE SNAKE, STAR VALLEY, SWEETWATER, AND UINTA - WYOMING August 17, 2026 VIA Regulations.gov Attn: FWS-R6-ES-  more
Coalition of Local Governments Urge BLM to Respect FLPMA Limits in Wilderness Land Use Planning
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. COALITION OF LOCAL GOVERNMENTS 1689 COUNTY ROAD 263 FORT BRIDGER, WY 82933 COUNTY COMMISSIONS FOR LINCOLN, SWEETWATER, AND UINTA - WYOMING, AND DAGGETT- UTAH; AND CONSERVATION DISTRICTS FOR LINCOLN, LITTLE SNAKE, STAR VALLEY, SWEETWATER, AND UINTA - WYOMING August 14, 2026 VIA Regulations.gov Stevan Pearce Dir  more
Comptroller Gould Discusses Digital Asset Innovation, GENIUS Next Steps
WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury Office of the Comptroller of the Currency issued the following news release on Aug. 19, 2026: * * * Comptroller Gould Discusses Digital Asset Innovation, GENIUS Next Steps Comptroller of the Currency Jonathan V. Gould today discussed the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency's (OCC) work under the leadership of President Donald J. Trump and U.S. Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent to support the Administration's efforts to gro  more
Conservation Groups Urge BLM to Retain Existing Wilderness Management Manuals Amid Concerns Over Potential Policy Rollbacks
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 August 14, 2026 U.S. Department of the Interior Director (630) Bureau of Land Management 1849 C St. NW Room 5646 Washington, DC 20240 Attention: Management of Designated Wilderness Areas Attention: Management of Wilderness Study Areas Attention: Considering Lands with Wilderness Characteristics Submitted via https:/  more
Conservation Groups Urge Bureau of Land Management to Retain Existing Wilderness Management Manuals and Oppose Proposed Revisions
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 August 14, 2026 U.S. Department of the Interior Director (630) Bureau of Land Management 1849 C St. NW Room 5646 Washington, DC 20240 Attention: Management of Designated Wilderness Areas Attention: Management of Wilderness Study Areas Attention: Considering Lands with Wilderness Characteristics Submitted via https:/  more
Construction Employment Increases In 36 States And D.C. From July 2025 To July 2026; 28 States Add Jobs From June To July As Association Warns More Jobs Are At Risk
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 21 [Category: Construction] -- Associated General Contractors of America posted the following news release: * * * Construction Employment Increases In 36 States And D.C. From July 2025 To July 2026; 28 States Add Jobs From June To July As Association Warns More Jobs Are At Risk * Fri, 08/21/2026 - 12:34 Texas and Louisiana Have the Largest Number and Percent of 12-Month Increases, While California and Alaska Lag; Illinois and Mississippi Top Monthly Gainers, While   more
Crook County Wyoming Raises Concerns Over Proposed Federal Grant Regulation Changes
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 8, 2026 Russell T. Vought Director, Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street, NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: Comments on Proposed Rule - Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance; 2 CFR Part 200 (Docket OMB-2026-0034) Dear Director Vought: On behalf of the County of Crook, Wyoming, I respectfully subrnit thes  more
DNC Congratulates James Byrd on Winning Wyoming's Democratic Primary for U.S. Senate
WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release: * * * DNC Congratulates James Byrd on Winning Wyoming's Democratic Primary for U.S. Senate The DNC congratulates James Byrd on winning Wyoming's Democratic primary for U.S. Senate. Voters throughout the state turned out to support leaders who are focused on lowering costs, protecting healthcare, and making life more affordable. In response to James Byrd's victory, DNC Chair Ken Martin released the fo  more
DNC Congratulates Kenneth Casner on Winning Wyoming's Democratic Primary for Governor
WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release: * * * DNC Congratulates Kenneth Casner on Winning Wyoming's Democratic Primary for Governor The DNC congratulates Kenneth Casner on winning Wyoming's Democratic primary for governor. Voters throughout the state turned out to support candidates who are focused on making life more affordable. In response to Kenneth Casner's victory, DNC Chair Ken Martin released the following statement: "As a veteran   more
Estate Gift Benefits University of Wyoming Student-Athletes
LARAMIE, Wyoming, Aug. 21 -- The University of Wyoming posted the following news: * * * Estate Gift Benefits UW Student-Athletes A generous estate gift from longtime University of Wyoming supporters Mary Shafer-Malicki and Pat Malicki will support UW student-athletes, boosting their success in competition and in the classroom. The significant planned gift will create an endowment -- the MSM Trust Athletics Excellence Fund. The fund will be used to foster excellence and to provide financial s  more
Forest Service Employees for Environmental Ethics Criticize Proposed Tiered Grizzly Bear Protection Rule for Legal and Conservation Shortcomings
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 14, 2026 Brian Nesvik, Director U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service 1849 C Street NW Washington, DC 20240 Submitted electronically via www.regulations.gov Re: Docket No. FWS-R6-ES-2024-0186; RIN 1018-BI14 - Comments of Forest Service Employees for Environmental Ethics on the Supplemental Notice of Proposed Rule  more
GAO Dismisses Cashel Strategic Protest Over Air Force Lodging Procurement
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- The Government Accountability Office has dismissed a protest by Cashel Strategic LLC, a service-disabled, veteran-owned small business in Sheridan, Wyoming, challenging its elimination from a competition for a 50-year lease of lodging facilities at 23 Air Force installations. The U.S. Air Force issued the solicitation in August 2025 under its authority for the privatization of military housing. The competition included a two-phase evaluation, with the second phase assessi  more
Geisinger Hospitals Named in Forbes Top Hospitals by State List
DANVILLE, Pennsylvania, Aug. 18 -- Geisinger Health posted the following news release: * * * Geisinger hospitals named in Forbes Top Hospitals by State list Several Geisinger hospitals were ranked among the best in the state in a recent evaluation by Forbes. Geisinger Bloomsburg Hospital, Geisinger Jersey Shore Hospital, Geisinger Lewistown Hospital and Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center were each rated 5 stars, placing them at the top of the list for Pennsylvania. Out of approximately  more
Georgetown University McCourt School of Public Policy Research Professor of Practice Schneider Testifies Before Senate Budget Committee
WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- The Senate Budget Committee released the following testimony by Andy Schneider, research professor of the practice at the Georgetown University McCourt School of Public Policy and the Center for Children and Families, from an Aug. 4, 2026, hearing entitled "Medicaid: The Reality": * * * Good morning, Chairman Johnson, Ranking Member Merkley, and members of the Committee. My name is Andy Schneider and I am a Research Professor of the Practice at the Georgetown University  more
Governor Morrisey Announces $145 Million Investment, Clean, Clear Water Strategy
CHARLESTON, West Virginia, Aug. 19 -- Gov. Patrick Morrisey, R-West Virginia, issued the following news: * * * Governor Morrisey Announces $145 Million Investment, Clean, Clear Water Strategy * BECKLEY, W.Va. \- Governor Patrick Morrisey today announced an additional $145 million in state funding for water and wastewater infrastructure over the coming year, putting West Virginia on track to surpass $1 billion in total projects while launching a new strategy to get projects moving faster and   more
Group of States, Civil Rights and Education Organizations Urge Supreme Court to Hear Special Education Petition
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 22 -- The Institute for Justice posted the following news release on Aug. 21, 2026: * * * Group of States, Civil Rights and Education Organizations Urge Supreme Court to Hear Special Education Petition WASHINGTON-- Yesterday, a broad coalition of amici--including a 14-state coalition led by South Carolina and West Virginia, ExcelinEd, the Alliance Defending Freedom, and the New Civil Liberties Alliance--filed briefs at the U.S. Supreme Court urging the court to grant  more
Humane World for Animals, Humane World Action Fund Urge Reversal of Proposed Rule Relaxing Protections for Endangered Grizzly Bears
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Formerly called the Humane Society of the United States and Humane Society Legislative Fund 1255 23rd Street NW, Suite 450 Washington, DC 20037 humaneworld.org humaneaction.org August 17, 2026 Hilary Cooley, Ph.D. Grizzly Bear Recovery Coordinator U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service hilary_cooley@fws.gov Public Commen  more
Hunton Andrews Kurth Expands National Bankruptcy and Restructuring Practice In Texas with Addition of Partner Ian Roberts
DALLAS, Texas, Aug. 19 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Hunton Andrews Kurth, a law firm, posted the following news: * * * Hunton Andrews Kurth Expands National Bankruptcy and Restructuring Practice In Texas with Addition of Partner Ian Roberts * Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP is pleased to announce that prominent restructuring and bankruptcy attorney Ian E. Roberts has joined the firm as a partner in Dallas. Roberts advises clients across the full spectrum of complex restructuring and distressed sit  more
ICYMI: Pelosi Reflects On Historic LGBTQ Progress And The Fight Ahead In Exclusive Interview With The Advocate
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- Rep. Nancy Pelosi, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: Pelosi Reflects On Historic LGBTQ Progress And The Fight Ahead In Exclusive Interview With The Advocate * Washington D.C. - In an exclusive cover story for The Advocate, Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi reflected on nearly four decades of advocacy alongside the LGBTQ community, from confronting the HIV/AIDS crisis and advancing landmark civil rights protections to the ongoing fight for transge  more
Idaho Attorney General Urges Flexible Grizzly Bear Management and End to Federal Overreach in Proposed 4d Rule Revisions
WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 14, 2026 The Honorable Doug Burgum Secretary, U.S. Department of the Interior The Honorable Brian Nesvik Director, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Re: Comments on Docket FWS-R6-ES-2024-0186 Proposed Revision of the Protective Regulations for Grizzly Bear in the Lower-48 States - Revisions to 4d Rule (50 CF  more
Idaho Cattle Association Urges Delisting of Grizzly Bears Citing Management Flexibility and Concerns Over Federal Restrictions
WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August, 10th 2026 U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service 5275 Leesburg Pike Falls Church, VA 22041-3803 Submitted via the Federal eRulemaking Portal at www.regulations.gov RE: FWS-R6-ES-2024-0186-76185 - Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Revising the List of Endangered and Threatened Wildlife Regarding the Grizzly Bea  more
Idaho Urges Flexible Management and Science-Based Revisions to Lower-48 Grizzly Bear 4d Regulations
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. State of Idaho Agency Comments on July 2026 Proposed Revisions to Lower-48 Grizzly Bear 4d Rule -- Page 1 BRAD LITTLE Governor 304 N. 8th Street Ste. 149 P.O. Box 25 Boise ID 83702 Boise ID 83712 August 17, 2026 U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Via Electronic Comment Portal Re: Docket FWS-R6-ES-2024-0186 State of Idaho Agenc  more
Idaho Wool Growers Association Calls for Full Delisting of Grizzly Bears Citing Population Recovery
WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 2118 West Airport Way, Boise ID 83705 208-344-2271 August 17, 2026 U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service 5275 Leesburg Pike Falls Church, VA 22041-3803 Submitted via the Federal eRulemaking Portal at www.regulations.gov RE: FWS-R6-ES-2024-0186-76185 - Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Revising the List of Endanger  more
Introduction to Tribal Forestry Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48934) on Aug. 11, 2026, entitled "Introduction to Tribal Forestry" by natural resources policy specialists Mariel J. Murray and Anne A. Riddle. Here are excerpts: * * * SUMMARY The United States and federally recognized Tribes ("Tribes") have a unique relationship that affects federal policies regarding forestry on tribal lands. In particular, the United States has a federal trust responsib  more
Justice Department to Conduct Election Monitoring in Florida and Wyoming Primary Elections
WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release on Aug. 18, 2026: * * * Justice Department to Conduct Election Monitoring in Florida and Wyoming Primary Elections Today, the Civil Rights Division is monitoring polling sites in Florida and Wyoming for the states' primary elections to ensure transparency, ballot security, and compliance with federal law. "Election monitoring is an ongoing priority for this office," said Assistant Attorney General Harmeet  more
Latest Temple News From the Church of Jesus Christ
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, Aug. 18 -- The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints issued the following news wrap-up entitled "Latest Temple News From the Church of Jesus Christ": * * * The Latest Temple News From the Church of Jesus Christ This page summarizes recent news about the many houses of the Lord being built around the world by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. August 16 * President Oaks Dedicates the Belo Horizonte Brazil Temple * Elder David A. Bednar Dedicates Cle  more
Lost 'mega-escarpment' across ancient USA may explain Grand Canyon's missing billion years
SOUTHAMPTON, England, Aug. 19 -- The University of Southampton posted the following news: * * * Lost 'mega-escarpment' across ancient USA may explain Grand Canyon's missing billion years * Scientists have found evidence that a colossal cliff stretching thousands of kilometres across ancient North America may have exposed the heart of the Grand Canyon nearly a billion years before it was carved by the Colorado River. The study, led by the University of Southampton in the UK, proposes that a  more
Minn. Natural Resources Dept.: 33 State Communities Receive Grants to Plant Thousands of Trees
ST. PAUL, Minnesota, Aug. 18 -- The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources issued the following news release: * * * 33 Minnesota communities receive grants to plant thousands of trees New grant open through Sept. 14 - The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has awarded nearly $5 million in Community Tree Planting Grants to 33 communities across the state. Funded by the Minnesota State Legislature, the grant increases urban forest diversity by removing damaged and dying trees and pl  more
Montana Natural Resource Coalition of Counties Opposes Federal Expansion of Grizzly Bear DPS and Call for Delisting
WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Montana Natural Resource Coalition of Counties, Inc. P.O. Box 468 Lewistown, MT 59457 @fergusmt.gov Board of Directors Ross Butcher, President & Treasurer Fergus County Miles Hutton, Secretary Blaine County Shane Gorder, Vice President Richland County John Fahlgren Valley County Mark Morse Yellowstone County August 17  more
Montana Wool Growers Association Urges FWS to Clarify and Expand Management and Incidental Take Exceptions for Threatened Grizzly Bears
WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Montana Wool Growers Assoc. Phone: (406) 442-1330 PO Box 1693 stefanie@mtsheep.org Helena, MT 59624 www.mtsheep.org Comment Letter to USFWS ESA - Grizzly Bear Determination - 1 of 9 - MWGA August 17, 2026 Public Comments Processing Attn: FWS-R6-ES-2024-0186 U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service MS: PRB/3  more
Morgan Community College Welcomes Two New Faculty for Fall 2026
FORT MORGAN, Colorado, Aug. 17 -- Morgan Community College issued the following news release: * * * MCC Welcomes Two New Faculty for Fall 2026 These new team members add valuable expertise to MCC and strengthen the college's ability to provide quality programs, services, and student support. - Morgan Community College (MCC) welcomes two new faculty members Chelsea Cervi, Psychology Faculty, and Bailey Ramey, Precision Agriculture Faculty, for the 2026-2027 academic year. Chelsea Cervi earn  more
National Park Service: Record of Decision Amendment Signed for Moose-Wilson Road
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior National Park Service issued the following news release on Aug. 17, 2026: * * * Record of Decision amendment signed for Moose-Wilson Road MOOSE, Wyo.--The National Park Service has approved an amendment to the Record of Decision for the Moose-Wilson Corridor Comprehensive Management Plan in Grand Teton National Park. Acting Intermountain Regional Director Bert Frost signed the ROD amendment on Aug. 14, 2026. "We remain committed to p  more
National Wilderness Coalition Opposes Changes to Federal Wilderness Management Policies
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 14, 2026 Stevan Pearce, Director Bureau of Land Management 1849 C St. NW Room 5646 Washington, DC 20240 Submitted electronically via public participation portal to https://www.regulations.gov (Docket Nos. BLM-2026-0067, BLM-2026-0068, and BLM-2026-0069) Attention: Management of Designated Wilderness Area  more
National Wilderness Coalition Urges Federal Agencies to Maintain Existing Wilderness Policy Framework
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 14, 2026 Stevan Pearce, Director Bureau of Land Management 1849 C St. NW Room 5646 Washington, DC 20240 Submitted electronically via public participation portal to https://www.regulations.gov (Docket Nos. BLM-2026-0067, BLM-2026-0068, and BLM-2026-0069) Attention: Management of Designated Wilderness Area  more
National Wilderness Coalition Urges Federal Agencies to Maintain Existing Wilderness Stewardship Policies
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 14, 2026 Cynthia Martinez Chief, National Wildlife Refuge System U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Leesburg Pike, Falls Church, VA 22041 Submitted electronically via public participation portal to: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/06/15/2026-11956/wilderness-administration-and-resource-stewardshi  more
New season of 'Working Wild University' explores grizzly bear recovery in the West
BOZEMAN, Montana, Aug. 17 -- Montana State University issued the following news: * * * New season of 'Working Wild University' explores grizzly bear recovery in the West * BOZEMAN -Grizzly bears are returning to parts of the American West where they have not lived for generations. A new season of "Working Wild University," a podcast co-hosted by Montana State University Extension wildlife specialist Jared Beaver, examines what recovery means for the bears - and for the people sharing the lan  more
NRCC Chairman Hudson Statement on Wyoming At-Large
WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- The National Republican Congressional Committee posted the following statement on Aug. 19, 2026: * * * NRCC Chairman Hudson Statement on Wyoming At-Large NRCC Chairman Richard Hudson (R-NC) released the following statement on Wyoming's At-Large Congressional District primary election: "Congratulations to Chuck Gray! As Wyoming's secretary of state and a proven conservative fighter, Chuck has delivered results on election integrity, defending life and standing up for Wy  more
Outdoors Industry Urges Clarification of Federal Rules to Support Safe and Sustainable Access in Grizzly Habitat
WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. America Outdoors Association . P.O. Box 10847, Knoxville, TN 37939 . 1 August 17, 2026 Submitted via the Federal eRulemaking Portal (www.regulations.gov) Docket No. FWS-R6-ES-2024-0186 Re: Comments of America Outdoors Association on the Grizzly Bear Listing on the List of Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Sectio  more
Pa. Gov. Shapiro Administration Invests Nearly $54 Million in 50 Transportation Projects to Improve Safety, Connect Communities, and Grow Local Economies Across Pennsylvania
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Aug. 18 -- Gov. Josh Shapiro, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release: * * * Shapiro Administration Invests Nearly $54 Million in 50 Transportation Projects to Improve Safety, Connect Communities, and Grow Local Economies Across Pennsylvania Since taking office, the Shapiro Administration has delivered $197 million to local communities through the Multimodal Transportation Fund. Applications for the next funding round will be accepted starting September 14  more
Rep. Hageman Introduces the STOP Improper Licensing Act to Keep Dangerous Unqualified Drivers Off American Highways
WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- Rep. Harriet Hageman, R-Wyoming, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Hageman Introduces the STOP Improper Licensing Act to Keep Dangerous Unqualified Drivers Off American Highways * Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Harriet Hageman (R-WY) introduced the Strengthening Transportation Oversight and Preventing (STOP) Improper Licensing Act to clear America's highways of hazardous drivers. This bill requires federal safety regulators to audit states issuing non-dom  more
S.D. A.G. Jackley Commends Federal Court Denial Of Appeal to Deport Members of Violent Venezuelan Gang
PIERRE, South Dakota, Aug. 19 -- South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Jackley Commends Federal Court Denial Of Appeal to Deport Members of Violent Venezuelan Gang South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley commends the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals for its decision to dismiss an appeal brought by suspected members of the violent Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua, who were trying to avoid removal from the United States by the Trum  more
Sanford Black Hills expands outreach specialty ENT care
SIOUX FALLS, South Dakota, Aug. 17 [Category: BizHospital] -- Sanford Health posted the following news release: * * * Sanford Black Hills expands outreach specialty ENT care * Aug. 17, 2026 Contact: Paul Heinert Sanford Health Media Relations 605-366-2432 / Paul.Heinert@sanfordhealth.org RAPID CITY, S.D. -Sanford Health is increasing access to specialty ear, nose and throat (ENT) care through new outreach services provided by Rob Schleiffarth, M.D., a board-certified otolaryngolog  more
Sanford Fargo to host Doc Talk on plantar fasciitis
SIOUX FALLS, South Dakota, Aug. 17 [Category: BizHospital] -- Sanford Health posted the following news release: * * * Sanford Fargo to host Doc Talk on plantar fasciitis * FARGO, N.D. - Sanford Fargo is hosting a Doc Talk discussion to educate the public about plantar fasciitis. The event is on Wednesday, Aug. 19, from 4:30 to 6 p.m. inside the Fargo Parks Sports Center at the Sanford Sports Complex, 6100 38th St. S., Fargo. There is no cost to attend, but registration is required. Heel pa  more
Sanford Sports Performance opens registration for fall 2026
SIOUX FALLS, South Dakota, Aug. 21 [Category: BizHospital] -- Sanford Health posted the following news release: * * * Sanford Sports Performance opens registration for fall 2026 * BISMARCK, N.D. -Sanford Sports Performance in Bismarck is now accepting registrations for its Fall 2026 training programs for elementary, middle school and high school athletes. Designed to help young athletes build strength, speed, agility and confidence, the programs provide age-appropriate training in a structur  more
Sanford to open first dedicated walk-in clinic in Mandan
SIOUX FALLS, South Dakota, Aug. 20 [Category: BizHospital] -- Sanford Health posted the following news release: * * * Sanford to open first dedicated walk-in clinic in Mandan * MANDAN, N.D. - Sanford Health is expanding access to convenient, same-day care in the Mandan community with the addition of the Sanford North Mandan Walk-In Clinic, scheduled to open Sept. 1, 2026, at 910 18th St. NW. The new walk-in clinic will be the first dedicated Sanford walk-in location in Mandan, providing pat  more
Sanford YMCA Bemidji is announced at groundbreaking ceremony
SIOUX FALLS, South Dakota, Aug. 19 [Category: BizHospital] -- Sanford Health posted the following news release: * * * Sanford YMCA Bemidji is announced at groundbreaking ceremony * BEMIDJI, Minn. - As community leaders gather to celebrate the groundbreaking of a new YMCA in downtown Bemidji, Sanford Health is proud to announce the facility will be named the Sanford YMCA Bemidji in recognition of the health system's $10 million philanthropic commitment to the project. The gift is the largest  more
Save the Yellowstone Grizzly: USFWS Proposed 4(d) Rule for Threatened Grizzly Bears Faces Criticism Over Management Flexibility and Habitat Protections
WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Ferguson & Coppes PLLC Office: 425 E. Spruce Street, Missoula Mail: P.O. Box 8359 Missoula, MT 59807 Phone: 406.532.2664; Fax: 406.532.2663 Email: emily@montanawaterlaw.com Website: www.montanawaterlaw.com August 17, 2026 Submitted electronically via www.regulations.gov (Docket No. FWS-R6-ES-2024-0186 Brian R. Nesvick U.  more
SCHUMER PUSHES FOR $6.2 MILLION IN FED FUNDING FOR ALFRED STATE COLLEGE PROPOSAL TO TRAIN NEXT GENERATION OF HEALTHCARE WORKERS AND STRENGTHEN WESTERN NEW YORK HEALTHCARE SYSTEMS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 (Sen.) -- Senate Majority Leader Charles E. Schumer, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * SCHUMER PUSHES FOR $6.2 MILLION IN FED FUNDING FOR ALFRED STATE COLLEGE PROPOSAL TO TRAIN NEXT GENERATION OF HEALTHCARE WORKERS AND STRENGTHEN WESTERN NEW YORK HEALTHCARE SYSTEMS * Schumer Says Effort Will Strengthen Regional Healthcare Ecosystem, Meet Growing Demand For Healthcare Workers, And Support Good-Paying Jobs Across Allegany, Steuben & Livingston Counties A  more
Senator Schumer visits Alfred State College to push for $6.2 million to expand healthcare education and training
ALFRED, New York, Aug. 17 -- The Alfred State College posted the following news: * * * Senator Schumer visits Alfred State College to push for $6.2 million to expand healthcare education and training * #Alfred State Partners With Jones Memorial, St. James, And Noyes Memorial Hospitals To Provide Hands-On Training And Help More Students Advance In Healthcare Careers Schumer Says Effort Will Strengthen Regional Healthcare Ecosystem, Meet Growing Demand For Healthcare Workers, And Support Goo  more
Skagit Audubon Society Urges Federal Government to Maintain Federal Oversight in Grizzly Bear Recovery
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Skagit Audubon Society P.O. Box 1101 Mount Vernon, WA 98273 ~ to conserve and restore natural ecosystems, focusing on birds, other wildlife, and their habitats for the benefit of humanity and the earth's biological diversity ~ August 16, 2026 Public Comments Processing Attn: FWS-R6-ES-2024-0186 Hilary Cooley, Grizzly Bea  more
Spartan returns to lead MSU's Herbarium
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Aug. 19 -- Michigan State University College of Natural Science posted the following news: * * * Spartan returns to lead MSU's Herbarium * In the basement of the Plant Biology Laboratories on Michigan State University's campus, tucked inside orange floor-to-ceiling cabinets, reside over half a million pressed and mounted plants. The MSU Herbarium is an archive of plants found in Michigan and around the world, some dating back to the early 1800s. But unless you're a b  more
Tammy Loosbrock named a top community hospital CEO to know
SIOUX FALLS, South Dakota, Aug. 18 [Category: BizHospital] -- Sanford Health posted the following news release: * * * Tammy Loosbrock named a top community hospital CEO to know * This list honors community hospital chief executive officers dedicated to delivering high-quality, affordable care within their communities. In collaboration with their leadership teams, the list of CEOs continue to develop and execute strategic plans that elevate quality, expand service lines and equip their facili  more
University of Utah Dedicates Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine, Ushering in a New Era of Medical Education
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, Aug. 20 -- The University of Utah Health issued the following news release on Aug. 19, 2026: * * * University of Utah Dedicates Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine, Ushering in a New Era of Medical Education The $215 million facility marks the most critical evolution in the medical school's history, expanding the University of Utah's capacity to train the next generation of physicians for Utah and the Mountain West - The University of Utah today celebrated the dedica  more
University of Wyoming Receives $14.8 Million NSF Grant to Operate New King Air Research Aircraft
LARAMIE, Wyoming, Aug. 21 -- The University of Wyoming posted the following news: * * * UW Receives $14.8 Million NSF Grant to Operate New King Air Research Aircraft The University of Wyoming received a $14.8 million U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) grant that will provide operation and maintenance funding for the new NSF/King Air Atmospheric Research Aircraft that is already in the midst of its first study mission. The five-year grant begins Sept. 1 and runs through Aug. 31, 2031, for  more
Variety: Hollywood's Push for Federal Film Tax Credit Could Help Boost Production in All States
WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 [Category: Entertainment Industry] -- The Motion Picture Association posted the following news: * * * Variety: Hollywood's Push for Federal Film Tax Credit Could Help Boost Production in All States * In the David Mamet satire "State and Main," a film crew creates havoc when it descends on a small town in Vermont. In real life, Hollywood almost never comes to Vermont, one of 11 states without a production tax incentive. In fact, "State and Main" was filmed in Massachusetts  more
WA, bipartisan coalition secure $700 million Google settlement over app store monopoly
OLYMPIA, Washington, Aug. 18 -- Washington state Attorney General Nick Brown issued the following news release: * * * WA, bipartisan coalition secure $700 million Google settlement over app store monopoly * A federal court today approved a $700 million settlement in a multistate antitrust lawsuit against Google. The lawsuit challenged Google's control over Android app distribution and in-app payments. The approval of the settlement ends a five-year case and gives relief to consumers nationwi  more
WildEarth Guardians: Killing the Roadless Rule Will Harm Wildlife, Water, and Old Growth Trees
SANTA FE, New Mexico, Aug. 19 -- WildEarth Guardians issued the following news release on Aug. 18, 2026: * * * Killing the Roadless Rule will Harm Wildlife, Water, and Old Growth Trees Decision ignores more than 95% of public comments supporting Roadless protections - Today the Trump administration announced its intention to entirely remove Roadless Area Conservation Rule protections ("Roadless Rule") across 45 million acres of roadless National Forest lands. This decision will harm wildlif  more
Wyo. State Board of Education Seeks Public Input on the Proposed Social Studies Standards
CHEYENNE, Wyoming, Aug. 18 -- The Wyoming State Board of Education issued the following news release: * * * State Board of Education Seeks Public Input on the Proposed Social Studies Standards The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) is seeking informal public input on the 2026 Wyoming Social Studies Standards. The Proposed 2026 Social Studies Standards will update the 2018 Social Studies Standards. The SBE requested that Content Standards be developed for all students across the K-12 gra  more
Wyo. State Parks Announces Agreement for Hot Springs Hotel Operations
CHEYENNE, Wyoming, Aug. 20 -- The Wyoming Department of State Parks and Cultural Resources has issued the following news release: * * * Wyoming State Parks Announces Agreement for Hot Springs Hotel Operations Wyoming State Parks is announcing an agreement with Big Springs Spa, Inc., current operator of the Hot Springs Hotel, formerly the Days Inn Hotel, in Thermopolis, Wyoming. Under the agreement, the State will pay Big Springs Spa, Inc. $1,175,921.05 for the appraised value of its capital i  more
WyoClimbers: BLM Recreational Climbing Policy Revision Gains Support
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 13, 2026 Mr. Sean MacDougall BLM Division of National Conservation Lands Bureau of Land Management U.S. Department of the Interior 1849 C Street NW Washington, DC 20240 Electronically submitted through Regulations.gov Docket No. BLM-2026-0034 RE: Draft Policy and Guidance for Managing Recreational Climbing i  more
Wyoming Back Country Horsemen of America Challenges Proposed Federal Financial Assistance Regulation
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Wyoming Back Country Horsemen of America (WyBCHA) submits the following comments on the proposed rule titled "Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance," published May 29, 2026. As a volunteer-based nonprofit dedicated to maintaining safe, traditional access to public lands for equestrians, we rely entirely on individuals  more
Wyoming County Commissioners Association Urges Delisting of Recovered Greater Yellowstone Grizzly
WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 17, 2026 Public Comments Processing Attn: FWS-R6-ES-2024-0186 U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service MS: PRB/3W, 5275 Leesburg Pike Falls Church, VA 22041-3803 RE: Supplemental Comments on Proposed Revision of the Protective Regulations Under Section 4(d) for the Grizzly Bear; Docket No. FWS-R6-ES-2024-0186 Dear Direc  more
Wyoming County Commissioners Urge Clarification and Flexibility in BLM Wilderness Management Manuals Revisions
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 August 14, 2026 The Honorable Doug Burgum Secretary of the Interior Department of the Interior 1849 C Street, NW Washington, DC 20240 Submitted via Regulations.gov (Docket# DOI-2025-0004) RE: Comments on Proposed Revisions to BLM Manuals 6320, 6330, and 6340 Regarding Lands with Wilderness Characteristics,  more
Wyoming Farm Bureau Federation Urges State-Led Management and Clarifications in Grizzly Bear Regulations
WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Strengthening Wyoming agriculture, enhancing Wyoming's communities August 17, 2026 Hilary Cooley Grizzly Bear Recovery Coordinator U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service 5275 Leesburg Pike MS: PRB (JAO/3W) Falls Church, VA 22041 RE: Proposed Revisions of the Protective Regulations Under Section 4(d). (Docket ID No. FWS  more
Wyoming Outdoor Recreation Collaboratives Launch Fall Meetings
CHEYENNE, Wyoming, Aug. 21 -- The Wyoming Department of State Parks and Cultural Resources has issued the following news release: * * * Wyoming Outdoor Recreation Collaboratives Launch Fall Meetings The Wyoming Office of Outdoor Recreation facilitates 12 Outdoor Recreation Collaboratives throughout the state. These Collaboratives bring together local community members, recreation stakeholders, businesses, conservation groups, federal and state agencies, and elected officials to identify and p  more
Wyoming Wilderness Association Urges Department of Interior to Maintain Existing Wilderness Management Policies
WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 14, 2026 U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Land Management 1849 C St. NW, Room 5646 Washington, DC 20240 Attn: Considering Lands with Wilderness Characteristics Manual 6320 91 FR 35996, Management of BLM WSAs Manual 6330 91 FR 35997 6.15.26, Management Designated Wilderness Areas Manual 6340 91 FR 35995 6.1  more
Wyoming Wilderness Association Urges Maintains of Existing Wilderness Management Policies
WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 14, 2026 U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Land Management 1849 C St. NW, Room 5646 Washington, DC 20240 Attn: Considering Lands with Wilderness Characteristics Manual 6320 91 FR 35996, Management of BLM WSAs Manual 6330 91 FR 35997 6.15.26, Management Designated Wilderness Areas Manual 6340 91   more
Wyoming Wilderness Association Urges Retention of Existing Wilderness Management Policies
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 14, 2026 U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Land Management 1849 C St. NW, Room 5646 Washington, DC 20240 Attn: Considering Lands with Wilderness Characteristics Manual 6320 91 FR 35996, Management of BLM WSAs Manual 6330 91 FR 35997 6.15.26, Management Designated Wilderness Areas Manual 6340 91 FR 35995   more
Yellowstone to Uintas Connection Urges Stronger Federal Protections for Threatened Grizzly Bears Amid Management Concerns
WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 17, 2026 U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Re: Comment on Proposed Section 4(d) for Threatened Grizzly Bear Docket No. FWS-R6-ES-2024-0186 From: Dr. John Carter Yellowstone to Uintas Connection PO Box 464 Bondurant, Wyoming 82922 Jcoyote23@gmail.com The Yellowstone to Uintas Connection is a 501c3 org  more