Press Release

U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis

U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) introduced the Highway Funding Flexibility Act which frees up money stuck in accounts intended to fund Biden’s radical EV charger initiative and directs those funds to pay for projects critical for travel and commerce throughout Wyoming.

By Brett Larson

Carbon County Comet Contributor 

The Elk Mountain Council convened on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, to divulge into the upcoming 2025-26 fiscal budget and to cover infrastructure projects. Mayor Morgan Irene first called a utility rates hearing session with council members Angie Hobbs, Joe Neel, and Wade Nelson all present. Councilman Craig Mustard was absent.

By K.J. Schricker

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

By Mike Armstrong

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

The Hanna Town Council met at 6:30 p.m. on March 11 at the Hanna Town Hall.  Mayor Charlie George was in attendance as were Councilmembers Sammy Sikes, David Felix, Paul Cruz and Ellen Freeman.

Press Release

Governor Mark Gordon

Governor Mark Gordon today expressed his support for the contents of Senate File 152 - Wildfire management- amendments. While praising the bill for strengthening Wyoming’s ability to fight wildfires and ensuring that funding is available for wildfire suppression efforts in 2025, the Governor exercised his line-item veto authority on several provisions in the bill.

By Dana Davis

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

Robert Hayes, 83, of Hanna/Elmo was reported missing on March 1. He had last been seen at his residence on February 27 around 7:30 p.m.

Authorities and volunteers combed the area, with a focus on abandoned houses and outbuildings in Hanna.

Press Release

U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis

Staff for U.S. Senator Cynthis Lummis will hold remote office hours in Saratoga and Encampment on Thursday, March 20th, 2025. Field Representative Lindy Linn will be available to meet with residents and hear ideas, comments and concerns about what is happening in the U.S. Senate, and to help anyone having trouble working with a federal agency.

Press Release

Wyoming Secretary of State, Chuck Gray

Secretary Gray Releases Results of Investigation Regarding Conduct of Weston County Clerk

Press Release

Rawlins Police Department

Police Recover $10K in Stolen Electronics After Rawlins Walmart Theft

By Dana Davis

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

When the lights went out across the North Platte Valley at approximately 1:40 p.m. on March 8, residents of Saratoga, Riverside, Encampment, and Ryan Park quickly found themselves in an unexpected and prolonged outage. What started as an inconvenience soon became a test of resilience for both the community and the crews working tirelessly to restore power.

Press Release

Journey to 250 Commission

As the United States approaches its 250th birthday, Carbon County is gearing up to commemorate the historic milestone with a series of projects and events. The Carbon County 250 Committee, formed to spearhead local efforts, is dedicated to honoring the region’s unique history and heritage.

By Dana Davis

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

By Dana Davis

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

The Saratoga Town Council met on March 4, 2025, to address various community concerns, including a vaping awareness initiative, ongoing negotiations with the Carbon County Fire District, and several public works projects.

By Dana Davis

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

The Carbon County Republican Party (CCRP) elected its officers for the 2025-2027 biennium during its March 1 meeting.

The newly elected officers are:

• Chair: Michelle Sidun

• Vice Chair: Joey Correnti

• State Committee-woman: Ryane Metevier

•State Committeeman: Scott Petty

Press Release

Wyoming Secretary of State, Chuck Gray

Secretary Gray Applauds Legislature’s Passage of Bill to Require Proof of Citizenship, Residency to Vote