Press Release

Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon

By Dana Davis

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

Infrastructure planning, regulatory mandates and long-discussed park upgrades dominated the February 12 regular meeting of the Encampment Town Council.

Carbon County 250 Corner

Candy Moulton

Carbon County’s Journey to 250 Committee is gearing up for this year’s celebration. Already several events have been planned throughout the county for the celebration for the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. 

Press Release

Alex Bakken, Carbon County Sheriff

n Friday, February 20th, 2026, a photograph of a marked ICE (Immigrations and Custom Enforcement) vehicle was posted on Facebook, showing the vehicle in Rawlins, with the caption “They are here in Rawlins, everyone please be careful.”

Understandably, given the current political climate, this caused concern amongst some of our local citizens.

Press Release

University of Wyoming

Press Release

Wyoming Governor, Mark Gordon

Governor Mark Gordon (R-WY) today signed Executive Order 2026-01 prohibiting the solicitation, delivery, or acceptance of campaign contributions on property where state business is conducted, such as state office buildings, and commercial buildings where the state leases offices, including the Wyoming State Capitol and Capitol Complex. 

By Mike Armstrong

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

Kisty Rowan, Planning and Development Coordinator and Zoning Administrator, went before the Carbon County Commissioners on February 3 to present the highlights of the Annual Report for 2025.

She first told the commissioners that Vice Chairman Jay Grabow decided not to seek re-appointment as he and his wife are moving to Florida.  

By Mike Armstrong

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

Hanna residents got a glimpse into both the town’s financial future and recreational opportunities during the Hanna Town Council meeting February 10 at 6 p.m. at Hanna Town Hall.

The meeting opened with standard board and department reports and approval of financial statements, but the spotlight quickly turned to local initiatives and investment options.

By Brett Larson

Carbon County Comet Contributor

By Mike Armstrong

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

At the Board of County Commissioners meeting on February 3, which started at 9 a.m. in the Carbon Building, several topics were taken care of, including the consent agenda and the financials as the meeting carried on.

Commissioner John Johnson was recognized for his 13 years of service to the board.

By Mike Armstrong

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

At the Carbon County Commissioners Board meeting on February 3, the topic of property taxes being cut was discussed by the commissioners and also John Rutherfold, Carbon County Fire Chief.

A Minute with the Manager

Matt Hall, City of Rawlins Manager

By Dana Davis

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

Local first responders will be taking to the Snowy Range this Saturday, February 7, for a multi-agency avalanche training designed to enhance public safety and preparedness in winter backcountry conditions.

Press Release

Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon

Governor Mark Gordon (R-WY) issued the following statement regarding the Board of Equalization’s contemplated lawsuit regarding the 4% cap on property tax. 

“After consulting with county assessors and legislators with a long history and knowledge of the state and the county assessors schedule, I have directed members of the Board of Equalization to lay it back.  

Press Release

Chuck Gray, Wyoming Secretary of State

Ahead of the 2026 Wyoming Legislative Session, Wyoming Secretary of State Chuck Gray announced his top five legislative priorities, including the following bills:

·  Requiring pen to paper ballots as the default method of voting in Wyoming;

· Increasing Wyoming’s chain of custody procedures by banning ballot drop boxes and ballot harvesting;