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UW and Wyoming SBDC Network to Host In-Home Child Care Webinars During February

By Mike Armstrong

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

 

Existing and new in-home child care providers will have the opportunity to improve or start their businesses.

Wold Foundation Supports Student Success in Oil and Gas with New UW Excellence Fund

Press Release

University of Wyoming

 

A major gift from the Wold Foundation to the University of Wyoming School of Energy Resources (SER) will enhance the educational opportunities for UW students and to support its long legacy of serving Wyoming’s oil and gas sector.

The $225,000 contribution is doubled by the state of Wyoming’s matching program to create the Wold Foundation Oil and Gas Student Success Fund.

UW Accepts Student Applications for Leadership Academy

Press Release

University of Wyoming

 

The University of Wyoming is preparing to begin the second cohort of the UW Leadership Academy, an experiential course designed to develop students’ economic and civic leadership capabilities.

The fall 2025 program provides an immersive opportunity for students to engage with Wyoming communities and industries while growing as future leaders.

Congresswoman Hageman Attends President Trump’s Signing of the Laken Riley Act into Law

Press Release

Congresswoman Harriet Hageman

 

Congresswoman Harriet Hageman stood alongside President Trump as he signed the Laken Riley Act into law. The signing marked a first step in the efforts to codify border security, and Congresswoman Hageman’s presence reflects her leadership and dedication to safeguarding the country. 

Hanna has Open House

By Mike Armstrong Reporter, Carbon County Comet

 

On January 21, the newly elected officials in the town council and new Mayor had an open house for the Hanna residents to get a chance to come by and talk with them one-on-one.

Sports

High School Basketball Teams Battle Through Tough Week of Wins and Losses

By Mike Armstrong

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

 

Boys

 

Encampment

The Encampment High School Tiger basketball team had a strong win on January 29 when they beat Rock River 68-35. It was good practice for the Tigers because they must face Little Snake River Valley on January 31 in a crucial conference game.

 

Lander Invite Goes Well for Panthers

By Mike Armstrong Reporter, Carbon County Comet

 

The Saratoga High School Panther wrestling team went to Lander on January 24-25. Their head coach Rusty Arnold was pleased with the results.

Carbon County Basketball Teams Battle Through Tough Matchups

By Mike Armstrong

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

 

Boys

 

Encampment

Rawlins Wins the Dual with Jackson

By Mike Armstrong

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

 

In the Rawlins dual against Jackson Hole, the Outlaw swimmers won handily with a score of 96 to 53.

The top swims for Rawlins were:

50 yard freestyle

Logan Wells finishing 1st in the 50 yard freestyle with a time of 24.92 

Corey Barnes finishing 2nd in the 50 yard freestyle with a time of 25.05

Wrestling in Carbon County

By Mike Armstrong
Reporter, Carbon County Comet

HEM Wrestlers Hold Their Own Against 3A Opponents

Carbon County Basketball Teams Battle Through Midseason Challenges

By Mike Armstrong Reporter, Carbon County Comet

Girls

Encampment

The Encampment High School Lady Tiger basketball team had a good win against the Saratoga Lady Panthers on January 15. They won the game 41 to 29. The win puts them first in their conference. The next game they play is Cokeville on January 17.

 

Hanna, Elk Mountain, Medicine Bow (HEM)

Outdoors

Power Company of Wyoming Reclamation Project Revives, Expands Habitat for Sage-grouse

Press Release

Power Company of Wyoming

 

As part of its comprehensive, multi-year greater sage-grouse conservation plan, Power Company of Wyoming LLC is successfully working with scientists to turn land that sage-grouse avoided into healthy habitat that sage-grouse can use.

Anglers Brave Cold for 41st Annual Saratoga Lake Ice Fishing Derby

By K.J. Schricker

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

 

The Best Rescue is Self Rescue

By K.J. Schricker Reporter, Carbon County Comet

 

Search and Rescue had a run up to the Snowy Range Gates Sunday January 12th for what turned out to be a readiness check. A snowmobiler accidentally tripped a GPS alert system. There was also a search and rescue helicopter offering an eye in the sky to help them narrow down the search area.

UW’s Dale Part of New Postage Stamp Design That Depicts Spiral Galaxy

Press Release

University of Wyoming

 

Unless one is a scientist or a teacher of the sciences, it would be understandable if a person may not be familiar with spiral galaxies.

Protected areas provide habitat for threatened lynx, but wildfire poses risks

Press Release

Donna Nemeth

Regional Press Officer

Forest Service

Rocky Mountain Region

 

Southeast Wyoming Winter Parking Pilot Project Approved

 

Press Release

Aaron Voos, Public Affairs, US Forest Service-Medicine Bow-Routt National Forests

& Thunder Basin National Grassland

 

Entertainment

From Backwoods to Bar Shelves

By Mike Armstrong

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

 

I am not sure when I had my first taste of moonshine.

Definitely when I was at least in my 20s.

I steered clear of alcohol for the most part 14 to 18 and when I did start drinking, it was mostly rum and cokes.

I really didn’t start drinking other spirits until I was working in a bar. Even then, it was more to see what different liquor tasted like.

Horoscopes by Aurora

Aries

(March 21 – April 19)

Venus, the planet of balance and harmony moves into your sign until 27th March. This week will give you the opportunity to dramatically change or end a situation that will allow you to transform something about yourself or your personal circumstances. Part of this could be generating more time for relaxation or home and family matters.

 

Taurus 

Good Old Chicken Cacciatore

By Mike Armstrong

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

 

When I was a kid, my mother and stepmother used to make the dish Chicken Cacciatore. Since I loved spaghetti dishes, and enjoyed chicken, it was a favorite of mine when either one of them made it. My mother was a cook from scratch and my stepmother definitely took shortcuts.

I used to see this dish at many restaurants, and not just Italian.

A Legend that Helps Carbon County and Beyond

By Mike Armstrong

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

 

The first time I talked to Diane Shober, the Executive Director for the Wyoming Office of Tourism (WOT) where she has led the state’s promotional efforts since June 2003, I just made the Hanna representative for the Carbon County Visitors Council (known as Discover Carbon County).

I was very enthusiastic about my new position.

It Started as Medicine

By Mike Armstrong

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

 

When drinking tonic with gin, vodka or whatever spirit, it might not be general knowledge, the quinine in it, has been a lifesaver for centuries.

The bark of the cinchona tree was first used by the Peruvian native tribe called the Quencua for the treatment of malaria.

1/25/2025 Horoscopes by Aurora

Aries

(March 21 – April 19)

Something that wasn’t completely sorted with somebody else during September or October could come up again. They may be more prepared to let go in some way, which will make things easier for you, especially if it means the responsibility side of things becomes more reasonable. Finances could have a positive change as well.

 

Taurus 

(April 20 – May 20)