When Carson Selk recorded the final out in Douglas’ 1-0 victory over Casper Crush, he walked off the mound thinking he’d pitched “just another game.”
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Yes – it’s true – we are huge fans of our state fair, especially after last year’s gangbusters-event was such a huge success, in spite of dealing with coronavirus restrictions!
Editor's note: The King's Portion name change was incorrectly written in the print article of the Douglas Budget today, June 23. The correct new name is the King's Portion Community Compassion Center. The reporter and Budget regret the error.
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Lyle Gronewald of Gothenburg, Nebraska, makes his way east across the Converse County line Tuesday evening.
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It appears City of Douglas Administrator Jonathan Teichert is searching for a new job, as he is listed as one of three finalists in the running to be Gillette’s next city administrator.
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A federal judge has prevented drilling and construction on 449 oil and gas leases covering 334,762 acres in Wyoming, saying the federal government didn’t examine potential effects to imperiled greater sage grouse when it leased those lands in 2017.
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Children’s giggles could be heard from nearly a block away. Adults’ laughter also wafted through the air on the warm Wyoming wind, as temperatures soared into the 90s Saturday.
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Converse County Commissioners adopted a resolution Tuesday, June 15 passing a fire ban effective immediately.
After a five-year hiatus, the Wyoming High School Rodeo Finals are making a big return to Douglas this week as 160 cowboys and cowgirls take to the state fairgrounds arenas.
Folks at Main Street Douglas, with the help of 14 volunteers, planted a whopping 660 various flowers in 65 self-watering planters in the parking lot of The Enterprise May 22.
Donning a pair of durable work gloves, Angela Moore grips a clump of plastic, rips it from a pile of weathered sticks, and places it in a large garbage bag held open by Rose Haroian.
TerraPower, Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon and PacifiCorp today announced efforts to advance a Natrium™ reactor demonstration project at a retiring coal plant in Wyoming. The companies are evaluating several potential locations in the state.
After a rocky start due to the pandemic, Douglas High School’s FFA greenhouse is finally beginning to blossom.
The mid-day sun was beating down strong on the Douglas High School students on May 18, and DHS Interact Club co-sponsors Mariah Boner and Bonnie Lane suggested ice cream sandwiches were in order.
“We’re here to pray for those who have given the ultimate sacrifice,” said Tim Ricker, President of the Wyoming Law Enforcement Chaplains’ Association, as the crowd in front of him bowed their heads.
If a single overriding theme could be identified from Douglas High School’s 2021 graduation ceremony, it would be perseverance.
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Due to an unusual amount of spring runoff, camping at Ayres Natural Bridge Park will be closed until June 1 for safety reasons, according to officials at Converse County.
The Enterprise and Main Street Douglas are seeking donations and helpers for the annual planting of flowers and placing of flower pots for the downtown beautification project.
Construction crews are working to put up new homes and complete new roads on East Richards and elsewhere in the city, while numerous new businesses are setting up shop and others are changing hands or expanding as spring is in the air.
Members of Wyoming Central ABATE will hold their annual Motorcycle Safety Awareness Run May 1, to be followed by a college scholarship fundraiser at the Knotty Pine Saloon in Glenrock.
Roughly four months into Converse County’s administration of the coronavirus vaccine, and one month after the vaccine become available to all adults, only about 24 percent of adult county residents are fully vaccinated, according to the latest figures from the Wyoming Department of Health.
GILLETTE (WNE) — An accelerated plan to exit the Powder River Basin continues for Arch Resources Inc., which reported Thursday that it’s on pace to stop producing coal from its Coal Creek mine by the end of the year and to account for about 80% of its reclamation obligations at the mine by m…
Governor Mark Gordon signed legislation today that officially launches the federal Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) in Wyoming. The program will utilize $200 million in federal funding to cover rent and utility costs for Wyomingites struggling financially due to the impacts of the …
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The Douglas City Council unanimously passed a resolution to raise utility rates by about 4% this year and next year for water, sewer and sanitation/landfill during a meeting last week. This will go into effect May 1 both years.
While the announcement that Bomgaars will be opening a store in Douglas came months ago, the retail chain has been more coy about the exact target date for its actual opening . . . until now, at least.
Five members of the Douglas Wrestling Club placed first at the Laramie Wrestling Club Invite last weekend, continuing a strong season for the youth group.
As temperatures rise and more people engage in outdoor activities, the Wyoming State Forestry Division is urging that Wyomingites take certain precautions to reduce the risk of wildfires.
Memorial Hospital of Converse County and Shatto’s Frontier Drug are pausing the use of the Johnson & Johnson coronavirus vaccine following new guidance from federal health agencies.
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Sultry, elegant, sophisticated and sinuous, a trio of fluegelhorn/cornet, piano, and double bass will perform traditional and modern tango repertoire on 7 p.m. tonight (April 8) at the Converse County Library in Glenrock.
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Thousands of times a year, motorists inadvertently smash into Wyoming wildlife like mule deer, elk and pronghorn antelope, littering highway right-of-ways with carcasses that sometimes include dozens or hundreds of pounds of fresh, lean, edible meat.
The Douglas City Council plans to replace the aging poles and lights on the north end of Bartling Park.
The coronavirus vaccine is now available to anyone age 18 or older, as the Converse County Health Department, Memorial Hospital of Converse County and local pharmacies ramp up their administration of the vaccine.
A driver was taken into custody in north of Wheatland after a chase that began south of Douglas on 1-25 March 29 and ended on foot south of HWY 26.
MHCC will be hosting vaccine clinics on Thursday, April 1, and Friday, April 2, at its main campus location, 111 S 5th Street, in Douglas.
The Douglas Jackalope Jump fundraiser will be held March 31 at Douglas High School. Registration will begin at 12:30 p.m. with the jump starting at 1:45 p.m.
Douglas youth will have more than their fill of eggs to search for at this year’s Easter egg hunt at the state fairgrounds.
CHEYENNE – What can cash-strapped Wyoming do with $1.3 billion from the federal government?
I-25 south was reopened Tuesday morning after a one-vehicle rollover closed a section of the interstate near Ayres Natural Bridge in Douglas.
More than a dozen staff members lined up in single file for a chance to hug her, shake her hand or just say “thank you” – anything they could do to show their appreciation for the work done by Carol Sheetz.
Responding to requests from affected counties, and following a thorough review of conditions, Gov. Mark Gordon has issued an emergency declaration to facilitate a coordinated response in the aftermath of the "Xylia" winter storm.
Ear-to-ear smiles dominated every Lady Cat face. Their eyes were brightly lit. Adrenalin surged through their veins, further animating their wild movements.
The City of Douglas last week charged the Douglas Budget $37.60 for a copy of City Administrator Jonathan Teichert’s contract, a public document. Later, the newspaper was ironically charged $27.10 for a copy of the 2015 resolution that sets the fee structure for public documents and research cost.
I-25 is now open Southbound between Douglas and Casper for travel. According to WYDOT, it is still wet and slick in spots with snowfall between Douglas and Glenrock. It's dry between Glenrock and Casper.
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Rocky Mountain Power crews across the state will be on standby this weekend, as well as additional contract resources, as Wyoming braces for a potentially historic snowstorm, according to the National Weather Service.
The Wyoming Department of Transportation has urged the public to take a variety of precautions if they plan to travel this weekend during the forecasted storm, which is currently expected to produce snowfall ranging from 6 to 18 inches with strong, gusty winds.
The Wyoming Department of Transportation has urged the public to take a variety of precautions if they plan to travel this weekend during the forecasted storm, which is currently expected to produce snowfall ranging from 6 to 18 inches with strong, gusty winds.
The Bearcats took fifth at the state tournament after a 50-43 win against Lyman this evening. Douglas finished the season with a 17-7 record, with only four losses being to 3A teams, as head coach Chase Plumb proudly noted. Further coverage on the state tournament will be in the March 17 iss…
The Lady Cats won state this evening after a 51-11 victory against Lyman at the Ford Wyoming Center. Douglas had a 24-0 record this season, and took the state crown in 2017, 2018 and 2019. They were slated to win state last year, but COVID-19 restrictions halted the tournament. Further cover…
