Good morning, Laramie.

A former Plains Hotel housekeeper signed a plea deal for probation — which may yield three years without jail if the judge accepts it — after she was accused of stealing about $26,000 in coins from an elderly couple staying at the hotel.

University of Wyoming President Ed Seidel is accepting letters and CVs for the interim provost role—applications are due by May 21 and the new interim provost will be announced at the June Board of Trustees meeting.

Current interim provost Scott Turpen, who has served since November 25, will return to his dean position on August 1.

The Wyoming Supreme Court is looking at a case over a $3M sales tax break for oil and gas companies + counties that get revenue from these taxes may be affected.

The court will announce its ruling soon + the decision could change local funding for these areas.

State Treasurer Curt Meier said he plans to invest between $1 billion and $1.5 billion of state earnings to expand Wyoming’s manufacturing capacity—he aims to increase domestic production of strategic minerals and pharmaceuticals amid tariff pressures.

The move is designed to boost higher paying jobs and strengthen Wyoming’s role in national supply chains.

Albany County staff recently applied for a $250,000 grant from the Wyoming Office of Homeland Security’s State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program to fund cybersecurity efforts—victim support services and related initiatives.

The commission will allocate the funds after approval.

High school athletes in Wyoming may soon earn money from Name, Image and Likeness deals if the Wyoming High School Activities Association approves a new policy.

The board will review the proposal next Tuesday and send it for a second reading on Sept. 30 if accepted while some local educators oppose the change.

Kenny Feidler Live Concert

8 PM – 2 AM — The Cowboy Saloon & Dance Hall — Entry details not specified — Enjoy a vibrant night of country music with Kenny Feidler at the official afterparty for the Laramie River Rendezvous.

Wyoming Outdoor Recreation Summit

May 1-2 — Marian H. Rochelle Gateway Center — Registration required — Explore outdoor recreation in Wyoming communities through engaging partnerships and resources.

Mule Deer Foundation Annual Banquet

5-6 p.m. — Albany County Fairgrounds — Fundraiser event — Celebrate mule deer conservation with exciting raffles and games.